PARKING DISTANCE CONTROL
Operating principle
Ultrasonic sensors, indicated by the arrows 1, are fitted in the rear bumper (and in the front bumper, depending on the vehicle) to measure the distance between the vehicle and an obstacle.
This measurement is indicated by beeps which become more frequent the closer you come to the obstacle, until they become a continuous beep when the vehicle is approximately 30 centimetres from the obstacle.
Depending on the vehicle, the system detects obstacles to the front, the rear and the sides of the vehicle.
The parking distance control system is only activated when the vehicle is driven at a speed below approximately 6 mph (10 km/h).
The function does not take into account towing or carrying systems that are not recognised by the system.
Location of the ultrasonic sensors 1
Ensure that the ultrasonic sensors indicated by the arrows 1 are not obscured (by dirt, mud, snow, a badly fitted/attached number plate), impacted, modified (including paintwork) or obstructed by any accessory fitted to the rear and/or, depending on the vehicle, to the front or sides of your vehicle.
This function is an additional aid that uses sound signals to indicate the distance between the vehicle and an obstacle during reversing.
Under no circumstances should it replace the driver’s care or responsibility whilst reversing.
The driver should always be ready for sudden incidents while driving: always ensure that there are no small, narrow moving obstacles (such as a child, animal, pushchair, bicycle, stone, post, etc.) in the blind spot when manoeuvring.
Note: the display 2 shows the vehicle surroundings and emits beeps.
It is necessary to travel a few metres before the side detection is activated.
If all areas have a grey background, the whole area around the vehicle is being monitored:
- A: analysis of the vehicle surroundings in progress;
- B: analysis of the vehicle surroundings carried out.
Operation
Most objects located less near the front, rear and sides of the vehicle are detected.
Depending on the distance of the obstacle, the frequency of the beep will be higher while approaching it, and will become a continuous beep around 20 cm away for obstacles to the sides, and around 30 cm for obstacles to the front or rear. The green, orange (or yellow depending on the vehicle) and red zones will be shown on the display C.
Note: in the event of a change in trajectory during a manoeuvre, the risk of collision with an obstacle may be signalled late.
An impact to the underside of the vehicle while manoeuvring (e.g. striking a post, raised kerb or other street furniture) may result in damage to the vehicle (e.g. deformation of an axle).
To avoid any risk of accident, have your vehicle checked by an approved dealer.
Detection of obstacles to the side
Depending on the direction of the wheels, the system determines the trajectory of the vehicle and notifies the driver of any risk or otherwise of a collision with an obstacle 3 to the side of the vehicle.
If a side obstacle is detected:
- the beeps become faster and then sound continuously as the obstacle gets nearer. Green, orange and red zones will be displayed on the display D;
- if there is no risk of collision, no beep will sound when approaching the obstacle. Green, orange and red zones will be displayed interspersed on the display D.
Note: in the event of a change in trajectory during a manoeuvre, the risk of collision with an obstacle may be signalled late.
Vehicles fitted with a multimedia screen
Activation/deactivation
To activate or deactivate the various zones covered by the ultrasonic detectors from the multimedia screen 4, refer to the multimedia instructions.
Select “ON” or “OFF”.
Adjustment
Depending on the vehicle, with the engine running, some settings can be adjusted from the multimedia screen 4. Please refer to the multimedia instructions for further information.
Parking distance control audio volume
Adjust the volume of the parking distance control by pressing + or -.
System sound
Enables the system sound to be chosen.
Deactivating the system sound
Activate or deactivate the parking distance control sound.
Note: if you deactivate the sound, you will no longer be notified with beeps when approaching an obstacle.
When the engine is started, the system recalls the last position stored before the ignition was switched off.
When the vehicle is travelling at a speed below approximately 6 mph (10 km/h), some noises (motorcycle, lorry, pneumatic drill etc.) may trigger the beeping sound of the parking distance control.
Vehicles not fitted with a multimedia screen
Activation/deactivation
With the vehicle stopped, press the 6 switch to deactivate parking distance control. Warning light 5 in the switch lights up. Press again on the 6 switch to activate the function. The indicator light built into the 5 switch goes out.
When the engine is started, the system recalls the last position stored before the ignition was switched off.
Special feature on vehicles fitted with front, rear and side Park Assist
You can also activate/deactivate the function from the instrument panel:
- with the vehicle stationary, press the 7 switch as many times as required to reach the “Vehicle” tab;
- press the 8 or 9 control repeatedly to reach the “Settings” menu. Press the switch 10 OK;
- press the 8 or 9 control repeatedly to reach the “PARKING ASSIST” menu. Press the switch 10 OK;
- select “ON” or “OFF” to activate or deactivate the function.
If the 6 button cannot be used to reactivate Park Assist, check that the function has not been deactivated on the instrument panel. To reactivate it, please refer to the paragraph entitled “Special feature on vehicles fitted with front, rear and side Park Assist”.
An impact to the underside of the vehicle while manoeuvring (e.g. striking a post, raised kerb or other street furniture) may result in damage to the vehicle (e.g. deformation of an axle).
To avoid any risk of accident, have your vehicle checked by an approved dealer.
Adjustment
- With the vehicle stopped, press the 7 switch as many times as required to reach the “Vehicle” tab;
- press the 8 or 9 control repeatedly to reach the “Settings” menu. Press the switch 10 OK;
- press the 8 or 9 control repeatedly to reach the “PARKING ASSIST” menu. Press the switch 10 OK;
- select “Beep volume” to adjust the volume of Park Assist using control 8 or 9.
Automatic deactivation of the parking distance control
The system deactivates:
- when the vehicle speed is above approximately 6 mph (10 km/h);
- depending on the vehicle, when the vehicle is stationary for more than approximately three seconds and an obstacle is detected (such as when in a traffic jam etc.);
- when the vehicle is in neutral on manual gearboxes, or in position N or P on automatic gearboxes;
- when an operating fault is detected.
Note: if the vehicle is fitted with a towbar recognised by the system, only the rear Park Assist is deactivated.
Deactivating the parking distance control manually
You must disable the function if:
- if towing, carrying or trailer equipment that is unrecognised by the system is present in front of the ultrasonic sensors;
- in the event of damage to the ultrasonic sensors.
Operating faults
When the system detects an operating fault, a beep sounds for approximately three seconds each time reverse gear is selected and is accompanied by the message “Check parking sensor” shown on the instrument panel. Consult an approved dealer.
System servicing/repairs
- In the event of an impact, the alignment of the sensors may be altered and their operation may consequently be affected. Deactivate the function and consult an authorised dealer.
- Any work in the area where the sensors are located (repairs, replacements, etc.) must be carried out by a qualified professional.
Only an authorised dealer is qualified to service the system.
System disturbance
Some conditions can disrupt or damage the operation of the system, for example:
- poor weather conditions (rain, snow, hail, black ice, etc.);
- in the event of exposure to strong electromagnetic waves (under high-voltage lines, etc.);
- some types of noise (motorcycle, lorry, pneumatic drill etc.);
- fitting a non-compatible towing ball or hook;
- ...
Risk of false alarms or absence of warnings
In the event of the system behaving abnormally, deactivate it and consult an authorised dealer.
Limitation of the system operation
- The area around the sensors must be kept clean and free of any modifications in order to ensure the proper operation of the system.
- Small objects moving close to the vehicle (motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians, etc.) may not be recognised by the system.
- The system may not detect objects that are too close to the vehicle.
- The system may not provide a warning when the other vehicles or objects are travelling at a significantly different speed.
- When there is a change in trajectory during a manoeuvre, the system may be slow in reporting obstacles.
- When the vehicle is towing a trailer, the rear Park Assist system must be deactivated.
Deactivating the function
You must disable the function if:
- the area around the sensors has been damaged;
- the vehicle is equipped with a towing device that is not recognised by the system (electrical adapter, ball, hook, etc.).
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