Maserati Levante 2023 Forward Collision Warning User Manual
Introduction
The extraordinary luxury SUV, the Maserati Levante 2023, combines fine Italian craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology and explosive performance. The Levante 2023’s Forward Collision Warning system, which offers an additional layer of security and peace of mind for both the driver and passengers, is one of its noteworthy safety features. The Maserati Levante 2023’s Forward Collision Warning system continuously scans the road ahead using cutting-edge sensors and clever algorithms. It can identify potential crashes and immediately warn the driver by examining the speed and separation of the vehicles in front of it. When it notices a potential front-end accident, the system alerts the driver visually and audibly. This provides the driver with crucial reaction time to prevent or lessen the impact by applying the proper evasive actions, including braking or steering.
The Levante 2023’s Forward Collision Warning technology is intended to help the driver, not take over their job. It acts as a preventative safety element by adding more eyes to the road and lowering the likelihood of collisions brought on by inattention or slow reactions. Both the performance and safety features of the Levante 2023 have been given top priority by Maserati, and the addition of the Forward Collision Warning system demonstrates their dedication to delivering a safe and satisfying driving experience.
Forward Collision Warning
The Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system with braking action uses the same parts already described for Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) for sensing vehicle ahead (hereinafter
“target vehicle”) as well as part of the warnings/messages on system condition and activation status. Full performance can be reached only when both the sensing parts have detected a vehicle or, if the car is equipped with Pedestrian Emergency Braking (PEB) system, also a pedestrian.
The difference between full and reduced performance is not visible for the driver.
Pedestrian Emergency Braking (PEB) System
PEB is a sub-system of FCW and it provides the driver with audible warnings, visual warnings on the instrument cluster display, and may apply automatic braking when it detect a potential frontal collision with a pedestrian.
NOTE:
The PEB function is only active up to 37 MPH (60 km/h).
WARNING!
Pedestrian Emergency Braking (PEB) is not intended to avoid a collision on its own, nor can PEB detect every type of potential collision with pedestrian. The driver has the responsibility to avoid a collision by controlling the vehicle via braking and steering. Failure to follow this warning could lead to serious injury or death.
PEB System Limitations
PEB may be impaired or may not function in the following situations:
- If there is poor visibility, e.g. due to insufficient illumination of the road, if there are highly variable shade conditions or in rain, snow or fog.
- If there is glare, e.g. from oncoming traffic, direct sunlight or reflections from other vehicles.
- If the windshield in the area of the camera is dirty, or if the camera is fogged up, damaged or covered.
FCW Operation
The FCW provides audible and visual warnings when a potential collision is detected. Brake jerk and limited braking may also be applied depending on the specific scenario. FCW monitors the information from the forward looking radar sensor as well as the Electronic Brake Controller (EBC), to calculate the probability of a forward collision. When the system determines that a forward collision is probable, the driver will be provided with audible and visual warnings and may provide a warning brake jerk. If the driver does not take action based upon these progressive warnings, then the system will provide a limited level of active braking to help slow down the vehicle and mitigate the potential forward collision. If the driver reacts to the warnings by braking and the system determines that the driver intends to avoid the collision by braking but has not applied sufficient brake force, the system will compensate and provide additional brake force as required. When the system determines a collision with the vehicle in front of you is no longer probable, the warning messages will be deactivated.
NOTE:
- Bad weather conditions, like heavy rain, snow, etc., can lead to reduced system performance. Under these conditions relevant objects will not be detected or detected late by the system.
FCW is designed to react in specific situations in typical traffic scenarios with objects in the same lane driving in the same direction, but under certain conditions it can also react on stationary objects in the same lane. It is not designed to react to oncoming traffic or crossing traffic. - The FCW alerts may be triggered to objects other than vehicles such as guard rails or sign posts based on the course prediction. This can occur but it is not part of normal FCW activation and functionality.
It is unsafe to test the FCW system. To prevent such misuse of the system, after four Active Braking events within an ignition cycle, the Active Braking portion of FCW will be deactivated until the next ignition cycle. The limit of four events applies to the brake actuation too.
FCW will automatically deactivated when (ESC OFF) button is pressed (LED light up).
WARNING!
- Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is not intended to avoid a collision on its own, nor can FCW detect every type of potential collision. The driver has the responsibility to avoid a collision by controlling the vehicle via braking and steering. Failure to follow this warning could lead to serious injury or death. The driver is always in charge to safely drive and to avoid critical situations not relying on the support of the system. Driver has to keep in mind that the system and therefore its intervention is always subject to the prevailing physical limits.
- FCW is not intended either to warn or to apply any brake aid/brake intervention in case of collisions with pedestrians (if not equipped with Pedestrian Emergency Braking – PEB sub-system), bicycles and smaller vehicles in general.
Speed Range of Use
| Speed | MPH (km/h) |
| Minimum | 20 (30) |
| Engaged/activated | 20 (30) |
| Maximum | 130 (210) |
When the speed is outside the specified limits, the system automatically disables without turning on the corresponding warning light on the instrument cluster.
System Status
The driver can adjust FCW sensitivity or enable/disable the brake jerk with the other emergency braking by touching “Forward Collision Warning” soft-key on the Apps page or in the “Settings” list of the “Vehicle” page. Setting options are described in the following paragraph. When FCW status for some reason changes to off, the corresponding amber warning light on instrument cluster will light on.
This warning light informs the driver that FCW is disabled. This warning light will light even when the activation of another driver assistance function or drive mode (
example: (ESC Off) disables the FCW.
NOTE:
The FCW system setting chosen by the User is kept in memory at each ignition cycle.
System Configuration
FCW warning can be set in “Active Braking” (default mode), “Warning” or “Warning & Active Braking”. The default status of FCW sensitivity is the “Med (Medium)” setting. When also the active braking function (“Forward Collision Warning Active Braking”) setting is on, the system warns you of a possible collision with the vehicle in front of you when you are farther away and it applies limited braking. This gives you the most reaction time to help avoid a possible collision. Changing the sensitivity status to the “Near” setting, allows the system to warn you of a possible collision with the vehicle in front of you when you are much closer. This setting provides less reaction time than the “Warning & Active Braking” sensitivity setting, which allows for a more dynamic driving experience. “Medium” is the intermediate status between the two described above.
NOTE:
- The default values shall appear at every new ignition cycle: Sensitivity = “Med” and “Active Braking” = on.
FCW may not react to irrelevant objects such as objects not in the path of the car, stationary objects that are far away, oncoming traffic, on cross traffic vehicles, or leading vehicles with the same or higher rate of speed.
The active braking (autonomous braking/braking aid) will not engage in case of potential collision with static object such as guard rails, walls, etc..
FCW will be disabled like ACC (refer to chapter “Adaptive Cruise Control -ACC” in this section.
Changing the active braking status to “Off” prevents the system from providing limited autonomous braking or additional brake support if the driver is not braking adequately in the event of a potential frontal collision. In this state the system disables the brake jerk.
Limited Operation and Service Warning
The messages indicating on display the limited functionality or service at an Authorized Maserati Dealer required are the same as for the ACC system. For further details, refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control – ACC” in this section.
NOTE:
- The adjustment of the sensor could be affected by strong shocks or light collisions. This could affect the system by reducing the systems performance or could increase the false positive rate. The adjustment of the radar system has to be proved or a new adjustment has to be performed by an Authorized Maserati Dealer.
The radar system requires specific function to detect objects. The detection could be disturbed/ reduced by environmental influences, for example by electrical field or the object itself. Object with small radar reflection properties could not be detected or detected late.
Radar Device – Regulatory Information
The “Regulatory Information” for all the radio frequency and radar devices can be consulted by accessing the “Services” section on the website www.maserati.com.
FAQs
The Italian car manufacturer Maserati produces a luxury SUV called the Levante 2023. It is renowned for its svelte appearance, potent functionality, and opulent features.
The Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system is a safety feature that employs sensors, cameras, or radar technologies to identify probable collisions with objects or moving cars in the front. It warns the motorist visually or audibly to take the appropriate steps to prevent or lessen a collision.
Forward Collision Warning is a standard safety feature on the Maserati Levante 2023.
The Maserati Levante 2023’s Forward Collision Warning system keeps an eye on the road ahead using radar or camera sensors. Potential collision risks are identified by analyzing the relative speed and separation of the vehicle in front. If it detects an impending collision, it warns the driver visually or audibly.
No, the Maserati Levante 2023’s Forward Collision Warning technology is only intended to alert the driver and not do autonomous braking. It helps the driver identify potential threats and take the necessary precautions.
Autonomous emergency braking (AEB), lane departure warning (LDW), blind spot monitoring (BSM), and adaptive cruise control (ACC) with stop & go functionality are among the additional safety technologies available on the Maserati Levante 2023.
The majority of cars equipped with front collision warning systems, like the Maserati Levante 2023, let the driver turn the system off or change how sensitive it is.
The Maserati Levante 2023’s Forward Collision Warning system is made to work at different speeds, warning the driver of impending collisions whether the car is travelling slowly or at high speeds.
Depending on how the Forward Collision Warning technology is implemented in the Maserati Levante 2023, the capacity to identify pedestrians and cyclists may differ. Although certain cutting-edge systems may recognize bikes and pedestrians, it’s important to check the vehicle’s specifications or speak with a Maserati dealer for correct information.
While the Forward Collision Warning system is intended to improve safety and help the driver avoid or mitigate collisions, it cannot completely ensure the avoidance of mishaps. The driver must always pay attention, abide by the rules of the road, and respond correctly to the system’s warnings and suggestions.
The performance of the Forward Collision Warning system in any vehicle, including the Maserati Levante 2023, may be impacted by unfavorable weather conditions such intense rain, fog, or snow. reduced visibility or impediments to the sensors could affect the ability of the system to identify and forewarn of probable collisions.
The Forward Collision Warning system shouldn’t take the place of alertness and defensive driving. It is a tool that improves safety, but it does not relieve the driver of their duty to drive defensively, stay alert to their surroundings, and adhere to traffic laws.
Useful Links
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