Rear View Camera; Principle Of Operation; Using The Rear View Camera - Ford 2011 C-Max Owner's Handbook Manual

PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

The camera is a visual aid for use when
reversing.
WARNING
The system does not relieve you of
your responsibility to drive with due
care and attention.
CAUTIONS
If you use a high pressure spray to
wash your vehicle, only spray the
camera briefly from a distance not
less than 20 centimetres (8 inches).
Do not apply pressure to the camera.
Note: Keep the camera free from dirt,
ice and snow. Do not clean with sharp
objects, degreaser, wax or organic
products. Use only a soft cloth.
During operation, guide lines appear in
the display which represent your vehicle's
path and approximate distance from
rearward objects.
USING THE REAR VIEW
CAMERA
WARNINGS
The operation of the camera may
vary depending on the ambient
temperature, vehicle and road
conditions.
The distances shown in the display
may differ from the actual distance.
Do not place objects in front of the
camera.
The camera is located on the luggage
compartment lid near the handle.

Rear view camera

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Activating the rear view camera
With the ignition and the audio unit
switched on:
1. Press the parking aid switch in the
2. Engage reverse gear.
The image is displayed on the screen.
The lamp in the switch illuminates when
the system is activated.
The camera may not operate correctly in
the following conditions:
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CAUTION
The camera may not detect objects
that are close to the vehicle.
instrument panel. For item location:
See Quick start (page 10). Or,
Dark areas.
Intense light.
If the ambient temperature increases
or decreases rapidly.
If the camera is wet, for example in
rain or high humidity.
If the camera's view is obstructed, for
example by mud.