Range Of The Sensors; Warning Display - Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Operator's Manual

Driving systems
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Sensors in the front bumper, left-hand
:
side (example)

Range of the sensors

General notes
PARKTRONIC does not take objects into con-
sideration that are:
below the detection range, e.g. people, ani-
R
mals or objects
above the detection range, e.g. overhang-
R
ing loads, truck overhangs or loading
ramps.
The sensors must be free from dirt, ice or
slush. They can otherwise not function cor-
rectly. Clean the sensors regularly, taking
care not to scratch or damage them
( page 228).
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Example: side view (Coupe)
Example: top view (Coupe)
Front sensors
Center Approx. 40 in (approx.
100 cm)
Corners Approx. 24 in (approx.
60 cm)
Rear sensors
Center Approx. 48 in (approx.
120 cm)
Corners Approx. 32 in (approx.
80 cm)
Minimum distance
Center Approx. 12 in (approx.
30 cm)
Corners Approx. 12 in (approx.
30 cm)
If there is an obstacle within this range, the
relevant warning displays light up and a warn-
ing tone sounds. If the distance falls below
the minimum, the distance may no longer be
shown.
Warning displays
The warning displays show the distance
between the sensors and the obstacle. The
warning display for the front area is located
on the dashboard above the center air vents.
The warning display for the rear area is in the
rear compartment on the parcel shelf.