PARKING DISTANCE CONTROL
Operating principle
Ultrasonic sensors in the rear bumper 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 20 to 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 parking distance control system does not take into account towing and load carrying systems etc.
Special features
Ensure that the ultrasonic sensors indicated by arrows 1 are not obscured (by dirt, mud, snow, etc.).
This function is an additional aid that indicates the distance between the vehicle and an obstacle whilst reversing, using sound signals.
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 solid beep around 20 cm for obstacles to the sides, and 30 cm for obstacles to the front or rear. Green, orange and red zones will be displayed on the display C.
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 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.
Adjustment
You can adjust certain settings from the multimedia screen 4. Please see the equipment instructions for further information.
Vehicles fitted with a multimedia system
Select “Vehicle“, “Parking assistance”, “Obstacle detection”.
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.
Deactivating the system
Activate or deactivate parking distance control.
Vehicles not fitted with a multimedia system
Vehicle stationary:
- press and hold the switch 5 OK to access the settings menu;
- repeatedly press the control 6 up or down until you reach the “Driving assistance” menu;
- press the switch 5 OK;
- repeatedly press the control 6 up or down until you reach the “Parking distance control settings” menu;
- press the switch 5 OK;
- using the control 6, select the settings to be changed;
- press the switch 5 OK.
When the vehicle is being driven at a speed below approximately 6 mph (10 km/h), certain noises (motorcycle, lorry, pneumatic drill, etc.) may trigger the beeping sound of the parking distance control.
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 model, when the vehicle is stationary for more than approximately 5 seconds and an obstacle is detected (such as when in a traffic jam, etc.);
- when the vehicle is in neutral for manual gearboxes, or in position N or P for automatic gearboxes.
Operating faults
When the system detects an operating fault, a beep sounds for approximately 3 seconds each time reverse gear is selected and is accompanied by the message “Check parking sensor” shown on the instrument panel. Please consult an authorised dealer.
