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122 Driving and parking
When using the reverse warning device described
here, observe the legal requirements for the
country you are currently in.
PARKTRONIC
Function of PARKTRONIC
PARKTRONIC is an electronic parking assistance
system with ultrasonic sensors. The system moni‐
tors the area around your vehicle using sensors
on the front bumper and on the rear bumper.
PARKTRONIC indicates visually and audibly the
distance between your vehicle and an object.
The warning ranges in front of and behind the
vehicle are indicated by different warning tones.
PARKTRONIC is only an aid. It is not a substitute
for you paying attention to the surroundings. You
are always responsible for safe maneuvering,
parking and exiting a parking space. Make sure
that there are no persons, animals or objects etc.
in the maneuvering area while maneuvering and
parking or exiting parking spaces.
Requirements for automatic activation:
The ignition is switched on.
R
The parking brake has been released.
R
The selected transmission position determines
whether the front and/or rear area is monitored.
Front area only:
Transmission position h
R
Front and rear area:
Transmission position k
R
Transmission position i
R
Regardless of transmission position,
PARKTRONIC automatically monitors the area
behind the vehicle if the vehicle begins to roll
backwards, e.g. after stopping on an uphill gradi‐
ent.
PARKTRONIC is deactivated at speeds above
11 mph (18 km/h). PARKTRONIC is reactivated at
speeds below 10 mph (16 km/h).
If your vehicle is equipped with the correct elec‐
trical wiring for trailer operation, PARKTRONIC
detects a coupled-up trailer. PARKTRONIC is
deactivated for the rear area when you establish
an electrical connection between your vehicle
and a trailer. If you use an adapter for the socket,
unplug it from the socket after uncoupling the
trailer. Otherwise, PARKTRONIC remains deacti‐
vated for the rear area.
Remove a detachable trailer coupling if it is no
longer required. PARKTRONIC measures the mini‐
mum detection range to an obstacle from the
bumper, not the ball neck.
Warning displays
Front area warning display on the center of the
cockpit
Rear area warning display on the cockpit (exam‐
ple: Cargo Van)
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