Deactivation
On vehicles with Version 1, the system can be deactivated by moving out of
reverse gear.
For vehicles with variant 2, the system is automatically deactivated by press-
ing the button or at a speed above 15 km/h (the
goes out).
Displaying an error
If a warning signal sounds for 3 seconds after activating the system and there
is no obstacle close to your car, this indicates a system fault. The fault is also
indicated by the symbol
flashing in the button. Seek help from a specialist
garage.
Note
The system can only be activated with the button at a speed of below 15
km/h.
Automatic system activation when moving forward
Read and observe
and
The automatic system activation occurs when moving forward at a speed be-
low 10 km/h when the vehicle approaches an obstacle.
After activation, the following is shown in the left pane of the Infotainment
screen
» Fig.
206.
Acoustic signals are sounded as of a distance from the obstacle of around
50 cm.
The automatic display can be activated / deactivated in the Infotainment sys-
tem
» page
177.
symbol in the button
Fig. 206
Infotainment screen: Display
with automatic activation
on page 176 first.
Reversing camera
Introduction
The reversing camera (hereinafter the system) helps the driver to park and ma-
noeuvre the vehicle by displaying the area behind the vehicle on the Infotain-
ment screen (hereinafter only referred to as the screen).
WARNING
The general information relating to the use of assistance systems must be
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observed
» page 174,
in section Introduction.
The camera may not be soiled or obscured, otherwise the system func-
■
tion will be significantly affected - there is a risk of accident. For informa-
tion on cleaning
» page
199.
CAUTION
The camera image is distorted by contrast with eyesight. For this reason, the
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screen display is only of limited use for estimating distances to vehicles be-
hind.
Some items, such as narrow columns, chain link fences or lattice, may not be
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represented adequately in terms of screen resolution.
In a crash or damage, the vehicle's rear camera can possibly deviate from the
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correct position. If this is the case, have the sensor checked by a specialist ga-
rage.
Note
The camera can be equipped with a cleaning system
carried out automatically when the rear window is sprayed.
» page
70. The spraying is
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Assist systems