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.
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 driving aid.
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.
If all areas have a grey background, the whole area around the vehicle is being monitored.
Operation
Most objects located near the rear and, depending on the vehicle, near the front end are detected.
Depending on the distance of the obstacle, the frequency of the beep will increase as it approaches and will become a continuous beep at around 30 cm from an obstacle behind the vehicle or in front of it, depending on the vehicle. The areas are shown on the 2 display.
Note: in the event of a change in trajectory during a manoeuvre, the risk of collision with an obstacles 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.
Deactivating the system
Vehicles fitted with a multimedia system
On the multimedia screen 3, select the “SETTINGS” menu followed by “VEHICLE”, “Parking assistance” then choose “ONˮ or “OFFˮ to activate or deactivate Park Assist.
Vehicles not fitted with a multimedia system
With the vehicle stopped, press the 5 button to deactivate the system.
Warning light 4 appears to indicate that the system is deactivated.
Pressing the switch again will reactivate the system and switch off the indicator light.
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.
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.
Automatic deactivation of the parking distance control
The system is deactivated:
- 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 five seconds and an obstacle is detected (such as when in a traffic jam, etc.);
- when the vehicle is in neutral (manual gearbox) or in N position (sequential gearbox);
- 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.
Operating faults
Depending on the vehicle, when the system detects an operating fault, the message “Check Park Assist” appears on the instrument panel, accompanied by the warning light © and a beep lasting approximately three seconds. 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.).