Honda HR-V: Forward Collision Warning System Description - Overview

The forward collision warning system uses the multi purpose camera images to observe the vehicle's travel lane, and becomes active at speeds above 15 km/h (9 mph).If it identifies vehicles or objects slowing down or at a stop in the travel lane, the system issues an audible warning, a visual warning in the multi-information display.

Multi Purpose Camera Unit

The multi purpose camera unit mounts behind the rear view mirror on the windshield.

Operation

To control the forward collision warning system, the multi purpose camera unit receives information from the integrated camera, VSA modulator-control unit and the PCM, and sends commands to the gauge control module and the multi-information display to issue warnings to the driver.

FCW OFF switch

To disable the system, the FCW OFF switch is pressed for a minimum of 0.5 seconds.

FCW Customization

Following distances can be customized or the system can be turned off through the multi-information display.

Possible selections include Long Following Distance, Normal Following Distance, Short Following Distance, or OFF.

FCW Activate Condition

The system might activate (warn the driver) when it detects or encounters these situations:

• Metallic projections on the road
• Metallic manhole and drain covers
• Signs and guardrails ahead
• Low overpasses and narrow gates
• Approaching vehicle that are turning left or right
• Passing a slower vehicle ahead

The system may not activate (no warning) when it detects or encounters these situations:

• Low-speed, heavy traffic (such as in a traffic jam)
• Being cut-off by a slower vehicle
• Approaching a vehicle stopped at an angle
• Driving on curves
• Approaching a bicycle or moped
• Dirt or snow stuck on the camera
• Heavy rain or snow

FORWARD COLLISION WARNING SYSTEM DESCRIPTION - SYSTEM DIAGRAM

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