Device for operating driving function in vehicle i.e. motor car, has auxiliary element and display unit connected with computer, where auxiliary element energizes driver for triggering driving function supplementary to operating elements

摘要

The device has operating elements (12a-12f) integrated in a steering wheel collar (6) of a steering wheel (3). An auxiliary element e.g. activation button (10), is integrated in the collar of the wheel. A digital display unit is provided in a vehicle inner space. The auxiliary element and the display unit are connected with a board computer provided in the vehicle. The auxiliary element energizes a driver to triggering a driving function supplementary to the operating elements. The button remains activated after actuation of a determined time span within a range of 2-10 seconds. The auxiliary element is designed as a touch-sensitive element or an operating knob and a joystick. The operating elements are a turn signal lever and a cruise control lever.