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Driving systems
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PARKTRONIC is activated automatically when
you:
switch on the ignition
R
shift to position D, R or N on vehicles with
R
automatic transmission
release the parking brake
R
PARKTRONIC is deactivated at speeds above
18 km/h. It is reactivated at lower speeds.
Range of the sensors
General notes
PARKTRONIC does not take into account
obstacles located:
below the detection range, e.g. persons,
R
animals or objects
above the detection range, e.g. overhang-
R
ing loads, tail sections or loading ramps of
goods vehicles
Example: sensors in the front bumper,
:
left-hand side
The sensors must be free of dirt, ice and
slush. Otherwise, they may not function cor-
rectly. Clean the sensors regularly, taking
care not to scratch or damage them
(
page 389).
Y
Range
Example: top view
Front sensors
Centre
Approx. 100 cm
Corners
Approx. 60 cm
Rear sensors
Centre
Approx. 120 cm
Corners
Approx. 80 cm
Minimum distance
Centre
Approx. 20 cm
Corners
Approx. 15 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.
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