Under the following circumstances, the rear
view camera will not function, or will function
in a limited manner:
R
if the trunk lid is open
R
in heavy rain, snow or fog
R
at night or in very dark places
R
if the camera is exposed to very bright light
R
if the area is lit by fluorescent bulbs or LED
lighting (the display may flicker)
R
if there is a sudden change in temperature,
e.g. when driving into a heated garage in
winter
R
if the camera lens is dirty or obstructed.
Observe the notes on cleaning
(
Y
page 275)
R
if the rear of your vehicle is damaged. In this
case, have the camera position and setting
checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
The field of vision and other functions of the
rear view camera may be restricted due to
additional accessories on the rear of the vehi-
cle (e.g. license plate holder, bicycle rack).
On vehicles with height-adjustable chassis,
leaving the standard height can result in inac-
curacies in the guide lines, depending on tech-
nical conditions.
i
The contrast of the display may be affec-
ted by the sudden presence of sunlight or
other light sources, e.g. when exiting a
garage. Pay particular attention in this situa-
tion.
i
If usability is severely restricted, e.g. due
to pixel errors, have the display repaired or
replaced.
Activating/deactivating the rear view
camera
X
To activate: make sure that the SmartKey
is in position
2
in the ignition lock.
X
Make sure that the
Activation by R gear
Activation by R gear
function is selected in the multimedia sys-
tem; see the Digital Operator's Manual.
X
Engage reverse gear.
The multimedia system shows the area
behind the vehicle with guide lines.
The image from the rear view camera is
available throughout the maneuvering proc-
ess.
To deactivate: the rear view camera deacti-
vates if you shift the transmission to position
j
, or after driving forwards a short distance.
The inner segments of the warning indicator
are displayed in red if there is a complete sys-
tem failure. The indicator lamp in the
PARKTRONIC button lights up.
If the system fails at the rear of the vehicle:
R
the rear segments are shown in red when
backing up.
R
the rear segments are hidden when driving
forwards.
Displays in the multimedia system
The rear view camera may show a distorted
view of obstacles, show them incorrectly or
not at all. The rear view camera does not show
objects in the following positions:
R
very close to the rear bumper
R
under the rear bumper
R
in close range above the handle on the trunk
lid
!
Objects not at ground level may appear to
be further away than they actually are, e.g.:
R
the bumper of a parked vehicle
R
the drawbar of a trailer
R
the ball coupling of a trailer tow hitch
R
the rear section of an HGV
R
a slanted post
Use the guidelines only for orientation.
Approach objects no further than the bot-
tom-most guideline.
:
Yellow guide line at a distance of approx-
imately 13 ft (4.0 m) from the rear area
;
White guide line without steering input –
vehicle width including the exterior mirrors
(static)
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Driving systems
Driving
and
par
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