What is Dynamic Laser Cruise Control?
The laser radar sensor in this system primarily detects the reflectors of the vehicle ahead of you to determine the presence of the vehicle and. the vehicle-to-vehicle distance. The detection range of the sensor is about 120 m (400 ft.) ahead.
How do I use cruise control on my Toyota Avalon?
To activate the system, press the on/off button on the end of the stalk on the lower-right side of the steering wheel. The cruise or radar ready indicator will appear in the multi-information display. Accelerate or decelerate to your intended speed and press the stalk down to set it.
What should I be aware of when using an adaptive cruise control system?
Adaptive cruise control automatically controls the acceleration and braking of a vehicle. By monitoring other vehicles and objects on the road, adaptive cruise control enables a safe and comfortable driving experience. It does so by helping the driver keep a steady vehicle speed at a given moment.
Is the laser system on my Toyota Avalon working?
I have a 2007 Avalon equipped with laser cruise. Recently, the laser system will not recognize cars in front of us. Also, the system will alarm and activate the brakes with nothing in front of us. I took the car to my Toyota dealer and was told that the lens needed cleaning and should work fine now.
What’s the name of the new Toyota Avalon?
For 2009, Toyota got rid of the sport-tuned Touring trim, leaving the base XL, midlevel XLS and top-of-the-line Limited. An electronic stability system is now standard; check out all of this year’s changes by comparing the ’08 Avalon to the ’09. I tested an Avalon XLS.
Can you change the speed of the laser cruise control?
The dealer said that the laser cruise control works as designed and only can be changed in 5 mph increments. For example, if you set the cruise at 67 mph, the laser will keep the distance between you and the car in front of you up to 3 distances (long, medium, and short) at no more than 67 mph.
How does laser control work on a car?
Then the 1 mph is the changes for each push. After each turn off the power of the cruise control, it defaults back to the laser. The laser control will slow down to whatever the traffic is going and even hit the brakes slowly (brake lights come on), and then speed up after the road clears up.