Fig. 120 In the rear bumper: ParkPilot ultrasound sensors
The ParkPilot uses ultraound sensors to determine the distance between the rear bumper and an obstacle. There are 4 ultrasound sensors in the rear bumper (arrows).
Switching ParkPilot on and off
Function | What to do when the ignition is switched on |
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Switching on the ParkPilot automatically. | Select reverse gear or move the selector lever to position R. |
Switching the display off manually. | Press a function selection button on the factory-fitted radio or navigation system. |
OR: touch the
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Switching off the ParkPilot automatically. | Approximately 10 seconds after shifting out of reverse gear, or selector lever position R, with an active ParkPilot screen display or . |
OR: immediately after shifting out of reverse gear, or selector lever position R, with an inactive ParkPilot screen display or . | |
OR: accelerate forwards faster than approximately 10 – 15 km/h (6 – 9 mph) with active ParkPilot screen display or . |
Special features of ParkPilot
If there is a function fault in the ParkPilot, an acoustic warning is emitted for approximately 3 seconds when switched on for the first time. The ParkPilot should be checked by a qualified workshop immediately.
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