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Function operation

Operating conditions

If 'Rear Active Assist' or 'Rear 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 changed 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

Rear Warning Only

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

  • If 'Rear 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).

Rear Active Assist

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

  • If the function detects imminent collision with a pedestrian or an object behind the vehicle, the function 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 changed to P (Park) or D (Drive).

    • The driver depresses the brake pedal with sufficient power

    • Braking assist last for approximately 2 seconds

  • The warning will turn off when:

    • The driver changes 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
  • Playing the vehicle audio system at high volume may prevent passengers from hearing Reverse Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist warning sounds

  • Noise may be heard when sudden braking occurs to avoid a collision.

  • If any other warning sound such as the seat belt warning chime is already generated, Reverse Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist warning may not sound.

  • The performance of Reverse Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist may vary under certain conditions. If vehicle speed is above 4 km/h (2 mph), the system will provide collision avoidance assist only when pedestrians are detected. Always look around and pay attention when backing up your vehicle.