Range of the sensors
General notes
Parking Assist PARKTRONIC does not take into
account obstacles located:
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below the detection range, such as persons,
animals or objects
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above the detection range, e.g. overhanging
loads, tail sections or loading ramps of
trucks
:
Sensors in the front bumper, left-hand side
(example)
The sensors must be free from dirt, ice or
slush. They can otherwise not function cor-
rectly. Clean the sensors regularly, taking care
not to scratch or damage them (
Y
page 250).
Range
Front sensors
Center
Approx. 40 in (approx.
100 cm)
Corners
Approx. 24 in (approx.
60 cm)
Rear sensors
Center
Approx. 48 in (approx.
120 cm)
Corners
Approx. 32 in (approx.
80 cm)
Minimum distance
Center
Approx. 8 in (approx.
20 cm)
Corners
Approx. 6 in (approx.
15 cm)
If there is an obstacle within this range, the
relevant warning displays light up and a warn-
ing tone sounds. If the distance falls below the
minimum, the distance may no longer be
shown.
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