CMBS Activation Conditions
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Acura MDX, 2012 Acura MDX, 2011 Acura MDX, and 2010 Acura MDX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
The system might activate (warn the driver, apply the brakes) 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 vehicles that are turning left or right
- Passing slower vehicles ahead
The system might not activate (no warning or intervention) 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 front radar cover
- Heavy rain or snow
When the CMBS activates, it sounds and feels just like ABS activation.