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System operation

Operating conditions

If 'Active Assist' or 'Warning Only' is set from the Settings menu, Reverse Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist will be in the ready status when the following conditions are satisfied:

  • The tailgate is closed

  • The gear is shifted to R (Reverse)

  • Vehicle speed is below 10 km/h (6 mph)

System components such as the rear view camera and the rear ultrasonic sensors are in normal conditions

Active Assist

  • If the system detects a risk of collision with a pedestrian or an object, the system will warn the driver with an audible warning, steering wheel vibration and warning message on the cluster. When Rear View Monitor system is operating, a warning will appear on the infotainment system screen.

  • If the system detects imminent collision with a pedestrian or an object behind the vehicle, the system will assist you with braking. The driver needs to pay attention as the brake assist will end within 2 seconds. The driver must immediately depress the brake pedal and check vehicle surroundings.

  • Brake control will end when:

    • The gear is shifted to P (Park) or D (Drive).

    • The driver depresses the brake pedal with sufficient power

    • Braking assist has last for approximately 2 seconds

  • The warning will turn off when:

    • The driver shifts the gear to P (Park), N (Neutral), or D (Drive)

  • The brake control may not operate properly depending on the status of ESC (Electronic Stability Control).

  • There will only be a warning when:

    • The ESC (Electronic Stability Control) warning light is on

    • ESC (Electronic Stability Control) is engaged in a different function

Warning Only

  • If the system detects a risk of collision with a pedestrian or an object, the system will warn the driver with an audible warning, steering wheel vibration and warning message on the cluster. When Rear View Monitor is operating, a warning will appear on the infotainment system screen.

  • 'If 'Warning Only' is selected, braking will not be assisted.

  • The warning will turn off when the gear is shifted to P (Park), N (Neutral) or D (Drive).