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AUTOMATIC PARKING

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This function assists you in parking manoeuvres by taking control of the steering wheel, brakes, engine and gear control.

Throughout the manoeuvre, you must put pressure on the accelerator pedal (to keep the function working) and take your hands off the steering wheel.

You can take back control of the vehicle at any time by:

- turning the steering wheel;

- releasing the accelerator pedal;

- or by pressing the brake pedal.

Special features

Ensure that the ultrasonic sensors and the cameras indicated by the arrows 1 are not obscured (by dirt, mud, snow, a badly fitted/attached number plate etc.), impacted, modified (including paintwork etc.) or obstructed by any accessory fitted to the front or rear of your vehicle.

This function is an additional driving aid.

Therefore, it can under no circumstances replace the driver’s vigilance and responsibility during manoeuvres (the driver must always be ready to brake).

Switching on

With the vehicle stationary or driving at less than approximately 19 mph (30 km/h), there are several ways to access the function:

- Via the “Vehicle” World 2, press the “Automated park assist” menu 3;

- via the “Automated park assist” widget (if configured by the customer);

- via the “Favourites” button on the steering wheel (if configured by the customer);

- Via the “Automated park assist” shortcut in the 360° camera view.

Choice of manoeuvre

The system can perform three types of manoeuvre:

- parallel parking 4;

- perpendicular parking 5;

- moving out of a parallel parking space 6.

From the multimedia screen, select the manoeuvre you wish to perform.

Note: the other types of parking are not supported by the system.

Operation

Parking

As long as the vehicle speed is less than 20 mph (30 km/h), the system looks for available parking spaces on both sides of the vehicle.

Once a space has been found, it is displayed on the multimedia screen, indicated by the letter “P". Drive slowly until the "STOP" message appears accompanied by a beep. If more than one space is detected, you must select the desired space by touching the screen.

The spaces turns green on the multimedia screen and is marked with the letter “P".

- Stop the vehicle;

- press the “START” button.

Warning light lights up on the instrument panel, along with a beep.

- Release the steering wheel;

- press the accelerator pedal gently;

- follow the system instructions on the multimedia screen.

Maintain pressure on the accelerator pedal throughout the manoeuvre even when the gears are changing.

The vehicle will start to move. The system then controls the steering wheel, engine, brakes and gear changes.

Depending on the pressure on the accelerator pedal, speed varies between 0 and 4 mph (0 and 7 km/h) maximum.

The “Manoeuvre completed” message appears on the multimedia screen to indicate the end of the manoeuvre. The assisted parking brake is applied and the P position is engaged.

You can release the accelerator pedal.

This function is an additional driving aid.

Therefore, it can under no circumstances replace the driver’s vigilance and responsibility during manoeuvres (the driver must always be ready to brake).

When manoeuvring, the steering wheel may turn quickly: do not put your hands inside, and make sure that nothing is caught inside.

Parking exit

- Activate the “Automated park assist” function;

- Select the “Exit parallel parking space” mode;

- activate the direction indicators on the side you wish to go out of;

- press the “START” button;

Warning light lights up on the instrument panel, along with a beep.

- Release the steering wheel;

- press the accelerator pedal gently;

- follow the system instructions on the multimedia screen.

Maintain pressure on the accelerator pedal throughout the manoeuvre even when the gears are changing.

The vehicle will start to move. The system then controls the steering wheel, engine, brakes and gear changes.

The “Manoeuvre completed” message appears on the multimedia screen to indicate the end of the manoeuvre. You can retake control of the vehicle by releasing the accelerator pedal or braking.

Note: when the manoeuvre is complete, if, after releasing the accelerator, the driver does not act for a certain period of time, the electronic parking brake is applied and the P position is engaged.

Special features

- The system does not mount high kerbs.

- The manoeuvre is impossible if the slope is too steep.

Suspending the manoeuvre

The manoeuvre is suspended in the following circumstances:

- you depress the accelerator pedal beyond the point of resistance;

- a passenger door or the boot is opened;

- the vehicle has been stationary for more than approximately one minute.

The indicator light goes out on the instrument panel, accompanied by an audible warning. The vehicle is now immobilised.

A message notifies you that the manoeuvre has been suspended and tells you what you need to do to resume the manoeuvre.

Release the accelerator pedal then press it again to continue the manoeuvre.

This function is an additional driving aid.

Therefore, it can under no circumstances replace the driver’s vigilance and responsibility during manoeuvres (the driver must always be ready to brake).

When manoeuvring, the steering wheel may turn quickly: do not put your hands inside, and make sure that nothing is caught inside.

Cancelling the manoeuvre

The manoeuvre is cancelled in the following cases:

- you press the “STOP” button;

- you open the driver’s door;

- you release the seat belt on the driver’s side;

- you apply the electronic parking brake;

- the vehicle has moved too far from the planned trajectory;

- you have performed more than about ten forwards/backwards movements in one manoeuvre;

- you turn the steering wheel;

- you move the gear lever;

- the vehicle wheels have skidded;

- the engine torque electronic regulator has started

The indicator light goes out on the instrument panel, accompanied by an audible warning.

The vehicle stops.

Note: if there is a fault with the function, the vehicle is not immobilised. Take control of the vehicle again. The “Take back control” message appears on the instrument panel, accompanied by a beep.

Function unavailable

When you press on one of the system activation methods, if the operating conditions are not met, the message “Automatic Parking unavailable” appears on the multimedia screen to inform your that the feature is unavailable.

Operating faults

When the function detects an operating fault, the following messages are displayed on the instrument panel:

- “Check Park Assist” accompanied by the warning light;

or

- “Check Parking sensors” accompanied, depending on the vehicle, by the © warning light;

or

- “Check Parking Aids”, accompanied, depending on the vehicle, by the © warning light.

Clean the ultrasonic sensors. If there is still a problem, contact an approved dealer.

Note: if there is a fault with the function, the vehicle is not immobilised.

Take control of the vehicle again immediately.

To warn you, the “Take back control” message appears on the instrument panel accompanied by the warning light and a beep.

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. Make sure that the manoeuvre complies with the applicable traffic regulations in your location.

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, towing equipment, etc.) in the blind spot when manoeuvring.

System servicing/repairs

- In the event of an impact, the operation of the sensors may be affected. Deactivate the function and consult an authorised dealer.

- Any work in the area where the sensors are located (repairs, replacements, exterior trim modifications, etc.) must be carried out by a qualified professional.

Only an authorised dealer is qualified to service the system.

In the event of system disturbance

Certain conditions may disrupt or impair operation of the system, such as poor weather conditions (snow, hail, ice, etc.).

In the event of the system behaving abnormally, deactivate it and consult an authorised dealer.

Risk of erroneous false alarms.

Limitations of the system operation

- The system cannot detect objects located in the sensor blind spots.

- Always look to check that the parking space suggested by the system is actually still available and free from obstacles before and during the entire manoeuvre.

- The system should not be used when towing a trailer or when there is a towing or load carrying system on the vehicle or on surrounding vehicles.