NOTE: In low light conditions (dusk or dark), Autosteer
aborts or is unavailable if headlights are set to O. For
best results, set headlights to Auto.
If unable to detect lane markings, Autosteer may
determine the driving lane based on a vehicle you are
following.
In most cases, Autosteer attempts to center Model X in
the driving lane. However, there may be situations in
which Autosteer may steer
Model X in a driving path
that is oset from the center of the lane (for example,
detection of guard rails).
WARNING:
Autosteer is not designed to, and will
not, steer Model X around objects partially in a
driving lane and in some cases, may not stop for
objects that are completely blocking the driving
lane. Always watch the road in front of you and
stay prepared to take immediate action. It is the
driver's responsibility to be in control of Model X at
all times.
Restricted Speed
On a controlled-access highway, the cruising speed
reflects the speed limit, taking into consideration any
oset you've specified using Speed Assist. However, if
you choose to use Autosteer on residential roads, a road
without a center divider, or a road where access is not
limited, Autosteer may limit the maximum allowed
cruising speed and the
instrument panel displays a
message indicating that speed is restricted. The
restricted speed will be the speed limit of the road plus
5 mph (10 km/h).
In situations where the speed limit cannot be detected
when Autosteer is engaged, Autosteer reduces your
driving speed and limits the set cruising speed to 45
mph (70 km/h). Although you can manually accelerate
to exceed the limited speed,
Model X may not brake for
detected obstacles. Autosteer slows down to the limited
speed when you release the accelerator pedal. When
you leave the road, or disengage Autosteer by using the
steering yoke (or steering wheel), you can increase your
set speed again, if desired.
Hold Steering Yoke (or Steering Wheel)
Autosteer determines how best to steer Model X. When
active, Autosteer requires you to hold the steering yoke
(or steering wheel). If it does not detect your hands on
the steering yoke (or steering wheel) for a period of
time, a flashing light appears along the top of the
instrument panel and the following message displays:
Steering yoke alert:
Apply slight turning force to steering yoke
Steering wheel alert:
Apply slight turning force to steering
wheel
Autosteer detects your hands by recognizing slight
resistance as the
steering yoke (or steering wheel) turns,
or from you manually turning the steering yoke (or
steering wheel) very lightly (without enough force to
take over steering). Autosteer also qualifies your hands
as being detected if you engage a turn signal or use a
button or scroll wheel on the steering yoke (or steering
wheel).
NOTE: When your hands are detected, the message
disappears and Autosteer resumes normal operation.
Autosteer requires that you pay attention to your
surroundings and remain prepared to take control at any
time. If Autosteer still does not detect your hands on the
steering yoke (or steering wheel), the flashing light on
the instrument panel increases in frequency and a chime
sounds.
If you repeatedly ignore Autosteer's prompts to apply
slight force to the steering yoke (or steering wheel),
Autosteer disables for the rest of the drive and displays
the following message requesting you to drive manually.
If you don't resume manual steering, Autosteer sounds a
continuous chime, turns on the warning
flashers, and
slows the vehicle to a complete stop.
Autosteer unavailable for the rest of this
drive. Hold steering yoke (or steering
wheel) to drive manually.
For the rest of the drive, you must steer manually.
Autosteer is available again on your next drive (after you
stop and shift
Model X into Park).
Take Over Immediately
In situations where Autosteer is unable to steer Model X,
Autosteer sounds a warning chime and displays the
following message on the instrument panel:
Take over immediately
When you see this message, TAKE OVER STEERING
IMMEDIATELY.
Autosteer
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