Chevrolet Bolt EUV 2023 Front Pedestrian Braking User Guide
The Chevrolet Bolt EUV 2023 is an electric compact SUV that prioritizes safety by offering a range of advanced safety features, including the Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) system. This feature is designed to help prevent collisions with pedestrians by using a forward-facing camera and radar sensors to detect pedestrians in the vehicle’s path. Once a potential collision is detected, the system can provide an alert to the driver and apply the brakes automatically to avoid or mitigate the impact. The FPB system is active when the vehicle is traveling at speeds below 50 mph and aims to assist the driver’s attention and judgment. The Bolt EUV also provides other advanced safety features like Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Automatic Emergency Braking, and Adaptive Cruise Control. Overall, the Front Pedestrian Braking system is an important safety feature of the Chevrolet Bolt EUV 2023 that protects pedestrians and helps prevent accidents.
Front Pedestrian Braking
The FPB system may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes with nearby pedestrians when driving in a forward gear. FPB displays an amber indicator, ~, when a pedestrian is detected ahead. When approaching a detected pedestrian too quickly, FPB provides a red flashing alert on the windshield and rapidly beeps. FPB can provide a boost to braking or automatically brake the vehicle. This system includes Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA), and the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) System may also respond to pedestrians. See Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) 0 217.
The FPB system can detect and alert to pedestrians in a forward gear at speeds between 8 km/h (5 mph) and 80 km/h (50 mph). During daytime driving, the system detects pedestrians up to a distance of approximately 40 m (131 ft). During nighttime driving, system performance is very limited.
Warning
FPB does not provide an alert or automatically brake the vehicle, unless it detects a pedestrian. FPB may not detect pedestrians, including children:
- When the pedestrian is not directly ahead, fully visible, or standing upright, or when part of a group.
- Due to poor visibility, including nighttime conditions, fog, rain, or snow.
- If the FPB sensor is blocked by dirt, snow, or ice.
- If the headlamps or windshield are not cleaned or in proper condition.
Be ready to take action and apply the brakes. For more information, see Defensive Driving 0 167. Keep the windshield, headlamps, and FPB sensor clean and in good repair.
FPB can be set to Off, Alert, or Alert and Brake through vehicle personalization. To view available settings for this feature, touch the Settings icon on the infotainment home page. Select “Vehicle” to display the list of available options and select “Collision/ Detection Systems”.
Detecting the Pedestrian Ahead
FPB alerts and automatic braking will not occur unless the FPB system detects a pedestrian. When a nearby pedestrian is detected in front of the vehicle, the pedestrian ahead indicator will display amber.
Front Pedestrian Alert
When the vehicle approaches a pedestrian ahead too rapidly, the red FPB alert display will flash on the windshield. Eight rapid high-pitched beeps will sound from the front. When this Pedestrian Alert occurs, the brake system may prepare for driver braking to occur more rapidly which can cause a brief, mild deceleration. Continue to apply the brake pedal as needed. Cruise control may be disengaged when the Front Pedestrian Alert occurs.
Automatic Braking
If FPB detects it is about to crash into a pedestrian directly ahead, and the brakes have not been applied, FPB may automatically brake moderately or brake hard. This can help to avoid some very low speed pedestrian crashes or reduce pedestrian injury. FPB can automatically brake to detected pedestrians between 8 km/h (5 mph) and 80 km/h (50 mph). Automatic braking levels may be reduced under certain conditions, such as higher speeds. If this happens, Automatic Braking may engage the Electric Parking Brake (EPB) to hold the vehicle at a stop. Release the EPB. A firm press of the accelerator pedal will also release Automatic Braking and the EPB.
Warning
FPB may alert or automatically brake the vehicle suddenly in situations where it is unexpected and undesired. It could falsely alert or brake for objects similar in shape or size to pedestrians, including shadows. This is normal operation and the vehicle does not need service. To override Automatic Braking, firmly press the accelerator pedal, if it is safe to do so.
Automatic Braking can be disabled through vehicle personalization. To view available settings for this feature, touch the Settings icon on the infotainment home page. Select “Vehicle” to display the list of available options and select “Collision/Detection Systems”.
Cleaning the System
If FPB does not seem to operate properly, cleaning the outside of the windshield in front of the rearview mirror may correct the issue.
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
If equipped, the SBZA system is a lane-changing aid that assists drivers with avoiding crashes that occur with moving vehicles in the side blind zone (or spot) areas. When the vehicle is in a forward gear, the left or right side mirror display will light up if a moving vehicle is detected in that blind zone. If the turn signal is activated and a vehicle is also detected on the same side, the display will flash as an extra warning not to change lanes. Since this system is part of the Lane Change Alert (LCA) system, read the entire LCA section before using this feature.
Q&A
- What is Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) on the Chevrolet Bolt EUV 2023?
Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) is a safety feature on the Chevrolet Bolt EUV 2023 that is designed to help prevent collisions with pedestrians. - How does the FPB system work on the Bolt EUV?
The Bolt EUV’s FPB system uses a forward-facing camera and radar sensors to detect pedestrians in the vehicle’s path. If a potential collision is detected, the system can provide an alert to the driver and automatically apply the brakes to help avoid or mitigate the impact. - What speed does the FPB system operate at on the Bolt EUV?
The FPB system operates at speeds below 50 mph. - Can the FPB system prevent all pedestrian collisions?
No, the FPB system is intended to supplement the driver’s attention and judgment and may not prevent all pedestrian collisions. - Is the FPB system standard on all Bolt EUV models?
Yes, the FPB system is a standard safety feature on all Bolt EUV models. - Can the FPB system be turned off on the Bolt EUV?
Yes, the FPB system can be turned off through the vehicle’s settings. - Does the Bolt EUV offer other safety features in addition to FPB?
Yes, the Bolt EUV offers a range of advanced safety features, including Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Automatic Emergency Braking, and Adaptive Cruise Control. - How do I know if the Bolt EUV’s FPB system is working properly?
If the FPB system is working properly, it will provide an alert and/or automatically apply the brakes when a potential pedestrian collision is detected. - Can the FPB system on the Bolt EUV be affected by weather conditions?
Yes, extreme weather conditions such as heavy rain, snow, or fog may affect the performance of the FPB system. - Will the Bolt EUV’s FPB system detect all types of pedestrians?
The Bolt EUV’s FPB system is designed to detect pedestrians who are upright and moving in the vehicle’s path. It may not detect pedestrians who are lying down or stationary. - Is the Bolt EUV’s FPB system a substitute for attentive driving?
No, the FPB system is intended to supplement the driver’s attention and judgment and is not a substitute for attentive driving. - How can I learn more about the Bolt EUV’s safety features, including FPB?
You can refer to the vehicle’s owner’s manual or contact your local Chevrolet dealer for more information. - Is the Bolt EUV rated highly for safety by independent organizations?
The Bolt EUV has not yet been rated by major safety organizations, but it is expected to undergo safety testing by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). - Does the Bolt EUV offer any other safety features specifically for pedestrians?
In addition to FPB, the Bolt EUV offers a Pedestrian Safety Signal, which emits an audible alert to warn pedestrians of the vehicle’s presence when driving at low speeds. - Can the Bolt EUV’s safety features, including FPB, help lower my car insurance premiums?
Possibly. Advanced safety features can sometimes result in lower car insurance premiums, but this will depend on your individual insurance policy and provider.
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