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Active emergency braking in reverse gear

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Active emergency braking in reverse gear

In addition to the "Park Assist" function PARKING DISTANCE CONTROL and using information from the four central sensors located at the rear of the vehicle, the system detects fixed obstacles located behind your vehicle. If there is a significant risk of collision, the system automatically causes the vehicle to brake.
Note: make sure that the four central sensors located at the rear of the vehicle are not obscured (by dirt, mud, snow, etc.).

Operation

Fixed rear obstacle detection
When in reverse gear and moving at between approximately 2 mph and 6 mph (3 km/h and 10 km/h), if there is a risk of collision with a fixed obstacle, the system automatically brakes the vehicle. A visual warning 2 is displayed on the multimedia screen 1, accompanied by a beep.
Once the vehicle has stopped, the vehicle must be held stationary by the driver keeping their foot on the brake pedal.
WARNING
This function is an additional driving aid. This function is not under any circumstances intended to replace the due care and attention of the driver, who should at all times be in control of the vehicle.
WARNING
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.

Activating or deactivating the system

To activate or deactivate the function, select the "Vehicle" world, then "Parking aids". Select "Active emergency braking in reverse gear".
If the function is deactivated, the warning light 3 is displayed on the multimedia screen.

Operating faults

When the system detects an operating fault, active emergency braking in reverse gear is automatically deactivated.
The warning light 3 is displayed on the multimedia screen accompanied by, depending on the type of malfunction, the following message on the instrument panel:
  • "Parking sensors unavailable";
or
  • "Check parking sensors";
or
  • "Driving aids unavailable";
or
  • "Check driving aids".
Depending on the vehicle, the message is accompanied by the display of the warning light on the instrument panel.
Clean the ultrasonic sensors. If there is still a problem, contact an approved dealer.
If the vehicle is fitted with a towbar recognised by the system and a trailer has been connected, active emergency braking in reverse gear is automatically deactivated and the "Trailer: parking sensors off" message is displayed on the instrument panel, accompanied by the warning light 3 on the multimedia screen.

Warnings

WARNING
Active emergency braking in reverse gear
This function is an additional driving aid. This function cannot, under any circumstances, replace the vigilance and responsibility of the driver.
Some climatic and environmental conditions can disrupt or damage the system. As a consequence, 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.
The triggering of this function may be delayed or prevented when the system detects clear signs of control of the vehicle by the driver (action on the steering wheel, pedals etc.).
System servicing/repairs
  • In the event of an impact, the rear sensors and their performances may be affected. Deactivate the function and consult an authorised dealer.
  • Any work in the area where the sensors are located (repairs, replacements, bumper modifications etc.) must be carried out by a qualified professional.
Only an authorised dealer is qualified to service the system.
Deactivating the function
You must deactivate the function if the vehicle is being towed (breakdown recovery) or if the vehicle is fitted with a towbar that is not recognised by the system.
In the event of the system behaving abnormally, deactivate it and consult an authorised dealer.