Opel MOVANO Owner's Manual page 211

surface and the underside of the
bumper is free of dirt (e.g. snow, mud,
ice, etc.).
After performing this check, place the
ignition device in STOP position, then
turn it to position the MAR position and
check whether the messages are no
longer displayed. If messages are still
displayed, contact a Dealership.
GENERAL WARNINGS
Some conditions may influence the
performance of the parking system:
reduced sensor sensitivity and a
reduction in the parking assistance
system performance could be due to
the presence of: ice, snow, mud, thick
paint, on the surface of the sensor;
The sensor may detect a non-
existent obstacle (echo interference)
due to mechanical noises, for example
when washing the vehicle, in case of
rain (very strong wind), hail;
the signals sent by the sensor can
also be altered by the presence of
ultrasonic systems (e.g. pneumatic
brake systems of trucks or pneumatic
drills) near the vehicle;
parking assistance system
performance can also be influenced
by the position of the sensors, for
example due to a change in the ride
setting (caused by wear to the shock
absorbers, suspension), or by changing
tyres, overloading the vehicle or
carrying out specific tuning operations
that require the vehicle to be lowered;
the presence of a tow hook
without trailer, which may interfere
with the correct operation of the
parking sensors. Before using
the ParkSense ® system, it is
recommended to remove the
removable tow hook ball assembly and
the respective attachment from the
vehicle when the latter is not used for
towing operations. Failure to comply
with this prescription may cause
personal injuries or damage to cars or
obstacles since, when the continuous
acoustic warning is emitted, the tow
hook ball is already in a position that is
much closer to the obstacle than the
rear bumper. If you wish to leave the
tow hook fitted without towing a trailer
is advisable to contact a Dealership
for the ParkSense ® system update
operations because the tow hook could
be detected as an obstacle by the
central sensors;
the presence of adhesives on the
sensors. Therefore, take care not to
place stickers on the sensors;
the rear footrest (where provided)
must remain retracted to avoid false
signals from the ParkSense ® system;
opening the driver's door, passenger
door, side door and rear load
compartment door causes the side
detection system to be deactivated;
the side indication starts at the side
panel and does not take the size of the
exterior mirrors into account.
When the vehicle is started, a side
obstacle may not be detected if it is not
near a side sensor.
IMPORTANT
175) Parking and other potentially
dangerous manoeuvres are, however,
always the driver's responsibility. When
performing these operations, always
make sure that there are no other people
(especially children) or animals on the
route you want to take. The parking
sensors are an aid for the driver, but the
driver must never allow their attention
to lapse during potentially dangerous
manoeuvres, even those executed at low
speeds.
WARNING
54) The sensors must be clean of mud,
dirt, snow or ice in order for the system to
operate correctly. Be careful not to scratch
or damage the sensors while cleaning
them. Avoid using dry, rough or hard
cloths. The sensors should be washed
using clean water with the addition of car
shampoo if necessary. When using special
washing equipment such as high pressure
jets or steam cleaning, clean the sensors
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