Opel Corsa: Forward collision alert / Activation

Depending on the vehicle configuration and the detected objects, there are several operational speed ranges.

On vehicles equipped only with front camera, the forward collision alert operates from 5 km/h to 80 km/h when a vehicle has been detected.

On vehicles equipped with radar sensor and front camera, the forward collision alert operates from 5 km/h to 140 km/h when a vehicle has been detected.

Alerting the driver

The driver is warned by following alerts:

Symbol and a warning message are displayed in the Driver Information Center, when the distance to the vehicle ahead gets to small.

Symbol and a warning message are displayed in the Driver Information Center and a warning chime sounds, when a collision is imminent and immediate driver's action is required.

Warning

Forward collision alert is just a warning system and does not apply the brakes. When approaching a vehicle ahead too rapidly, it may not provide you enough time to avoid a collision.

The driver accepts full responsibility for the appropriate following distance based on traffic, weather and visibility conditions.

The complete attention of the driver is always required while driving. The driver must always be ready to take action and apply the brakes.

Warning

The usage of a license plate support may have an impact on the proper operation of the radar unit and may limit sensor perfomance. Vehicles or pedestrians driving or walking ahead may not be detected by the system.

Do not use a a license plate support to ensure proper system functionality.