Parking aid
Function
Introduction
Fig. 113
Parking aid: Range of sensors
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Function
Activation/deactivation
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WARNING
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The parking aid is not a substitute for the driver paying proper attention
and it is always the driver's responsibility to take care when reversing the
vehicle or carrying out similar manoeuvres. Pay particular attention to small
children and animals as they are not recognised by the parking aid sensors.
Before reversing, you should make sure that there are no small obstacles,
such as rocks, thin posts, trailer drawbars etc. behind your vehicle. Such ob-
stacles may not be recognised by the parking aid sensors.
Read and observe and on page 116 first.
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The parking aid (referred to below solely as system) only works when the igni-
tion is switched on.
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The system supports the driver via audible signals, via the display on the radio
or via the factory-installed navigation system when parking and manoeu-
vring » Radio user guide, Navigation system user guide.
Under certain circumstances, surfaces of certain objects and types of
clothing cannot reflect the system signals. Thus, these objects or people
who wear such clothing are not recognised by the System sensors.
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External sound sources can have a detrimental effect on the system. Un-
The system uses ultrasound waves to calculate the distance between the
bumper and an obstacle. The ultrasonic sensors are integrated in the rear
bumper.
der adverse conditions, this may cause objects or people to not be recog-
nised by the system.
Range of sensors
CAUTION
The clearance warning begins at a distance of about 160 cm from the obstacle
(area A » Fig. 113). The interval between the warning signals becomes shorter
as the clearance is reduced.
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If a warning signal sounds for about 3 seconds after activating the system
and there is no obstacle close to your car, this indicates a system fault. Have
the fault rectified by a specialist garage.
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The sensors must be kept clean (free of ice, etc.) to enable the parking aid to
A continuous tone sounds from a distance of approx. 30 cm (area B ) - danger
area. You should not reverse any further after this signal sounds!
operate properly.
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Under adverse weather conditions (heavy rain, water vapour, very low or
On vehicles with a factory-fitted towing device, the border of the danger area
starts (continuous tone) 5 cm further away from the vehicle. The length of the
vehicle can be increased with an installed detachable towing device.
high temperatures etc.) system function may be limited.
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Additionally fitted modules, such as a bicycle rack, can impair the function of
the parking aid.
Activation/deactivation
Read and observe and on page 116 first.
The system is activated automatically by engaging reverse gear. This is con-
firmed by a brief audible signal.
The system is deactivated by disengaging reverse gear.
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