I'm wondering if PAS audio warning and braking takes place only with activated cruise control. If so I don't see how different is it from the PACC.
My interest in PAS is if it works in the city without ACC and for some reason the driver gets distracted then it takes action.
As per Porsche website they say:
Porsche Active Safe (PAS) issues an audible and a visual warning if the system detects that your vehicle is approaching the vehicle in front too quickly. This is accompanied by a brief jolt of the brakes and, where necessary, the initiation of targeted braking. During this process, any braking by the driver is boosted to achieve the maximum braking force that the system is able to provide.
I'd appreciate feedback ASAP as I'm afraid my order is about to get locked if not already locked.
I think this video answered my question. PAS works without cruise control.
Nick did such a wonderful job detailing the Porsche 991 with videos like this. I hope he gets another Porsche again soon.
I think there's also a Consumers Reports video somewhere. It shows that, if you wait till the computer hits the brakes, the system will minimize but not entirely avoid a collision. I have had it warn me once and I wasn't using ACC at the time.
That is, in my mind, THE compelling reason to get the
PDK
. AAC & PAS seem like a sweet option to me.
Did anybody try to protect the PAS with 3M from scratches and sandblasts?
I was told the PAS bumper sensor gets damaged and breaks down from sandblasting, flies... etc. My dealer had to change it for a customer over a short period of time.
Anybody had issues?
If you track it will scream at you when closing for a pass.
I am sorry but I can't resist typing this. I'd just look out the front windshield.
Well of course. But I admit that it's possible to get distracted and consider this a safety feature just in case.
I think the warnings can be turned off, though I've never tried.
My ACC has failed, don't know why yet. Car goes to dealer in a few days.
Got the car fixed. Somehow the sensor had gotten pushed in--no real marks, just a scuff on the surround. Dealer straightened the mounting bracket and now it's good. $400 non-warranteed, of course.
Ouch!
Good it wasn't more than that.
