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Park Assist uses the radar sensors on the rear
bumper ››› page 135 to monitor trac cross-
ing behind the vehicle as it reverses out of a
parking bay, or as it is being manoeuvred, for
example in very low visibility conditions.
Parking manoeuvre
Trailer mode
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Stop the vehicle in front of a space and select
The rear cross trac alert will be automatically
deactivated and it will be impossible to activate
them if the tow hitch is electrically connected
to a trailer or other similar object. As soon as
the driver starts driving, a message appears on
the instrument cluster screen indicating that the
assistant is deactivated.
reverse gear.
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Reverse slowly, and turn the steering wheel
so that the side lines lead towards the parking
space.
When the system detects a relevant vehicle on
the road that is approaching the rear of the ve-
hicle ››› Fig. 132, an acoustic alarm may sound
if the relevance so requires it.
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Guide the vehicle into the parking space so
that the side lines run parallel to it.
Once the trailer is uncoupled from the vehicle,
the assistant will return to its initial state prior
to the moment when the trailer was electrically
connected.
In addition to the acoustic alarm, the driver is
also informed by means of a visual signal on
infotainment system display. This signal is dis-
played in the form of a red strip at the back
of the image of the vehicle on the infotainment
system screen. This strip displays the side of the
vehicle towards which trac is approaching in
Rear Cross Trac Alert)
How it works
If the tow hitch is not factory fitted, then the rear
cross trac alert will have to be deactivated
manually when driving with a trailer.
transverse direction1).
WARNING
The smart technology incorporated into the
rear cross trac alert cannot overcome the
limits imposed by the laws of physics; it only
works within the limits of the system. The
parking assistant function should not tempt
you into taking any risks. The system is not a
replacement for driver awareness.
Automatic braking to reduce damages
››› page 159.
Connecting and disconnecting
The rear cross trac alert can be switched on
and o by accessing the Assistants menu on
the dash panel display using the steering wheel
controls. If the vehicle is equipped with a multi-
function camera, it can also be accessed by
means of the assistants systems key located on
the main beam headlight lever.
Fig. 132 Diagram of the parking assistant:
detected area around the vehicle that is driving
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The system should never be used in limi-
ted visibility conditions or complicated traf-
fic, e.g., in high-trac areas or when crossing
multiple lanes.
When the vehicle is restarted, the last adjust-
ment in the system will remain active.
1)
It is only displayed if the vehicle is equipped with a parking system.
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