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Display Warnings And Maintenance
“WIPE FRONT RADAR SENSOR IN FRONT OF 
VEHICLE” WARNING
The “ACC Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor” 
warning will display and a chime will sound when 
conditions temporarily limit system performance.
This most often occurs at times of poor visibility, 
such as in snow or heavy rain. The ACC system may 
also become temporarily blinded due to 
obstructions, such as mud, dirt or ice. In these 
cases, the instrument cluster display will display 
the above message and the system will deactivate.
This message can sometimes be displayed while 
driving in highly reflective areas (i.e. ice and snow, 
or tunnels with reflective tiles). The ACC system will 
recover after the vehicle has left these areas. 
Under rare conditions, when the radar is not 
tracking any vehicles or objects in its path, this 
warning may temporarily occur.
NOTE:If the “ACC Unavailable Wipe Front Radar Sensor” 
warning is active, Fixed Speed Cruise Control is still 
available.
If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver 
should examine the sensor. It may require cleaning 
or removal of an obstruction. The sensor is located 
in the center of the vehicle behind the lower grille. To keep the ACC System operating properly, it is 
important to note the following maintenance 
items:
Always keep the sensor clean. Carefully wipe the 
sensor lens with a soft cloth. Be cautious not to 
damage the sensor lens.
Do not remove any screws from the sensor. 
Doing so could cause an ACC system malfunc
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tion or failure and require a sensor realignment.
If the sensor or front end of the vehicle is 
damaged due to a collision, see your authorized 
dealer for service.
Do not attach or install any accessories near the 
sensor, including transparent material or after -
market grilles. Doing so could cause an ACC 
system failure or malfunction.
When the condition that deactivated the system is 
no longer present, the system will return to the 
“Adaptive Cruise Control Off” state and will resume 
function by simply reactivating it.
NOTE:
If the “ACC Unavailable Wipe Front Radar 
Sensor” message occurs frequently (e.g. more 
than once on every trip) without any snow, rain, 
mud, or other obstruction, have the radar 
sensor realigned at an authorized dealer.
Installing a snowplow, front-end protector, an 
aftermarket grille or modifying the grille is not 
recommended. Doing so may block the sensor 
and inhibit ACC operation.
“CLEAN FRONT WINDSHIELD” WARNING
The “ACC Limited Functionality Clean Front 
Windshield” warning will display, and a chime will 
sound when conditions temporarily limit system 
performance. This most often occurs at times of 
poor visibility, such as in snow or heavy rain and 
fog. The ACC system may also become temporarily 
blinded due to obstructions, such as mud, dirt, or 
ice on windshield and fog on the inside of glass. In 
these cases, the instrument cluster display will 
read “ACC Limited Functionality Clean Front 
Windshield” and the system will have degraded 
performance.
This message can sometimes be displayed while 
driving in adverse weather conditions. The ACC 
system will recover after the vehicle has left these 
areas. Under rare conditions, when the camera is 
not tracking any vehicles or objects in its path this 
warning may temporarily occur.
If weather conditions are not a factor, the driver 
should examine the windshield and the camera 
located on the back side of the inside rearview 
mirror. They may require cleaning or removal of an 
obstruction.
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When a newly detected speed limit is lower than 
the current speed limit, the display will update 
along with a down arrow.
NOTE:Up or down arrows will be displayed for up to five 
seconds.
Traffic Signs Recognized
Supplemental Information
Supplemental information may be displayed, along 
with a newly detected speed limit, indicating 
special circumstances of which the driver should 
be aware. Available supplemental information 
includes:
School
Construction
Rain
Snow
Fog
NOTE:Supplemental information will not be displayed 
when the vehicle is ONLY equipped with GPS.
Speed Limit Exceeded
When the vehicle’s speed exceeds the displayed 
speed limit by 3 mph (5 km/h), the speed limit sign 
on the instrument cluster display will show a red 
outline to alert the driver.
ACTIVE DRIVING ASSIST SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED
OPERATION
The Active Driving Assist (ADA) system is combined 
with the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system, and 
centers the vehicle in the driving lane while 
traveling at speeds up to 90 mph (145 km/h).
For ACC system operating instructions and system 
limitations, see  Ú page 142.
NOTE:
The driver should always obey traffic laws and 
speed limits. Never drive above applicable 
speed limit restrictions.
1 — Current Speed Limit With Supplemental Infor
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mation (School Zone)
2 — Next Speed Limit Detected
3 — No Passing Zone Detected
CAUTION!
Traffic Sign Assist is designed to assist the 
driver and not to substitute the driver. It is the 
driver’s responsibility to continue to monitor 
the vehicle speed.
Functionality may be limited or the system 
may not work if the sensor is obstructed.
The system may have limited operation or not 
work at all in weather conditions such as 
heavy rain, hail, and thick fog. Strong light 
contrasts can influence the recognition capa -
bility of the sensor.
The area surrounding the sensor must not be 
covered with stickers or any other object.
Do not tamper or perform any operations in 
the area of the windshield glass directly 
surrounding the sensor.
Clean foreign matters such as bird droppings, 
insects, snow or ice on the windshield. For 
glass cleaning recommendations, see  
Ú page 395.
CAUTION!
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The driver can override ADA at any time by 
braking, accelerating, or steering the vehicle.
Just like ACC, ADA will maintain a set speed as long 
as the set distance between your vehicle and the 
vehicle in front is maintained. ADA will also keep 
your vehicle centered between the lane lines, and 
monitor for other vehicles in adjacent lanes by 
utilizing the Blind Spot Monitoring sensors.
Two types of Active Driving Assist systems are 
available:
Base ADA system
Hands-Free ADA system
Base Active Driving Assist System — If Equipped
The Base ADA system uses sensors within the 
steering wheel to measure driver attentiveness, 
and requires that the driver have their hands on 
the steering wheel at all times.
The system will generally aim to keep the vehicle 
centered in the lane, but when the driver turns the 
steering wheel (e.g. to move farther away from a 
large vehicle in an adjacent lane) the system will 
reduce its control and enter "co-steering" mode. 
While in co-steering mode, the system will provide 
reduced assistance and allow the driver to control 
the path of the vehicle. Once the driver stops 
providing input to the steering wheel, the system 
will require a few seconds to fully resume lane 
centering assistance, especially during curves. Hands-Free Active Driving Assist System — 
If Equipped
The Hands-Free ADA system uses sensors within 
the steering wheel and a driver monitoring camera 
located on top of the steering column to monitor 
driver attentiveness. The Hands-Free ADA system 
allows the driver to remove their hands from the 
steering wheel when engaged, but requires that 
the driver continue to pay attention to the road.
The Hands-Free ADA system will also change lanes 
when a turn signal is activated if the adjacent lane 
in the direction indicated is clear of another 
vehicle, and lane markings are detected (noted by 
a dashed line in the direction of the available lane 
change). The system uses sensors, including Blind 
Spot Monitoring (BSM) sensors, to determine if a 
lane change is possible. If the assisted lane 
change is in progress, a green arrow will appear. If 
a lane change is requested but the direction 
indicated is not possible, a yellow arrow will 
appear. Once conditions are clear, the arrow will 
turn green and the assisted lane change will begin.
Additionally, Hands-Free ADA will slow the vehicle 
down when approaching and going through sharp 
curves.
Assisted Lane Change (Green Left Arrow)
Extended Auto Resume
If equipped with Hands-Free ADA and the system 
brings your vehicle to a stop while following the 
vehicle ahead, your vehicle will automatically 
resume driving without driver input when the path 
in front of the vehicle is clear and the driver is 
attentive. The path in front of the vehicle is 
determined to be clear based on the forward facing 
camera, front radars, and front ultrasonic sensors.WARNING!
The driver is always responsible for determining 
if a lane change is safe. Failure to follow this 
warning can result in a collision and death or 
serious personal injury.
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Hands-Free Active Driving Assist System
Two haptic brake jerk warnings will be issued 
(red warning light is being issued).
A seat vibration warning will occur (red warning 
light is being issued).
The driver can take control of the vehicle at 
anytime to override the warnings by pressing the 
gas or brake pedal, moving the steering wheel, and 
being attentive to the road.
SYSTEM OPERATION/LIMITATIONS
The Base Active Driving Assist and Hands-Free 
Active Driving Assist systems  DO NOT:
Warn or prevent collisions with other vehicles
Steer your vehicle around stopped vehicles, 
slower vehicles, construction zones or equip -
ment, pedestrians, or animals
Respond to traffic lights or stop signs
Merge onto highways or exit off ramps
Change lanes (exception: Hands-Free, only 
when initiated by the driver)
React to cross traffic
NOTE:Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a core component 
of ADA. For ACC system limitations  Ú page 142.
The Active Driving Assist system may have limited 
or reduced functionality when one of the following 
conditions occur:
The vehicle’s radar sensors and/or forward 
facing camera is damaged, covered, 
misaligned, or obstructed (e.g. by mud, ice, 
snow, etc.)
WARNING!
Active Driving Assist is an SAE Level 2 Driver 
Assist feature, requiring driver attention at all 
times. To prevent serious injury or death:
Always remember that the Active Driving 
Assist system is a convenience system that 
cannot accurately detect all situations. 
Complete attention is always required while 
driving, even when using the Active Driving 
Assist system.
Always remain alert and be ready to take 
control of the vehicle in the event that the 
Active Driving Assist system deactivates, or 
otherwise lacks full functionality as described 
further before and after this statement.
Always keep your hands on the steering wheel 
when the Base Active Driving Assist system is 
activated.
Always keep your eyes on the road when the 
Hands-Free Active Driving Assist system is 
activated.
Maintain a safe distance from other vehicles 
and pay attention to traffic conditions.
Do not use a hand held device when either 
Base, or Hands-Free Active Driving Assist 
system is engaged.
Always pay attention to the road when the 
Hands-Free Active Driving Assist system is 
engaged. The Active Driving Assist system will 
not steer to avoid safety hazards, construction 
zones, objects, or road impediments. You 
need to take control to steer and brake the 
vehicle in such situations, and when merging 
into traffic, exiting the highway, making a turn 
for crossing traffic, or stopping for traffic 
control devices.
Do not place any objects on the steering wheel 
(e.g. steering wheel covers) which could inter -
fere with the hand detection sensors.
WARNING!
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For limitations of this system and 
recommendations, see  Ú page 166.
ParkSense will retain the last system state 
(enabled or disabled) from the last ignition cycle 
when the ignition is changed to the ON/RUN 
position.
ParkSense can be active only when the gear 
selector is in REVERSE or DRIVE. If ParkSense is 
enabled at one of these gear selector positions, 
the system will remain active until the vehicle 
speed is increased to approximately 7 mph 
(11 km/h) or above. The system will become active 
again if the vehicle speed is decreased to less than 
approximately 6 mph (9 km/h). A display warning 
will appear in the instrument cluster display if the 
vehicle is in REVERSE and the speed exceeds 
7 mph (11 km/h).
PARKSENSE SENSORS
The four ParkSense sensors located in the rear 
fascia/bumper, and the six ParkSense sensors 
located in the front fascia/bumper, monitor the 
area in front and behind the vehicle that is within 
the sensors’ field of view. The front sensors detect 
obstacles from approximately 12 inches (30 cm) 
up to 47 inches (120 cm) from the front fascia/
bumper. The rear sensors can detect obstacles 
from approximately 12 inches (30 cm) up to 
79 inches (200 cm) from the rear fascia/bumper. 
These distances depend on the location, type and 
orientation of the obstacle in the horizontal 
direction.
NOTE:If the vehicle is equipped with ParkSense Active 
Park Assist, there will be six ParkSense sensors 
located in the rear fascia/bumper.
PARKSENSE DISPLAY
The warning display will turn on indicating the 
system status when the vehicle is in REVERSE or 
when the vehicle is in DRIVE and an obstacle has 
been detected.
The system will indicate a detected obstacle by 
showing a single arc in the left and/or right front or 
rear regions based on the object’s distance and 
location relative to the vehicle.
If an object is detected in the left and/or right rear 
region, the display will show a single arc in the left 
and/or right rear region and the system will 
produce a tone. As the vehicle moves closer to the 
object, the display will show the single arc moving 
closer to the vehicle and the tone will change from 
a single 1/2 second tone to slow, to fast, to 
continuous.
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Front Park Assist Audible Alerts
ParkSense will turn off the Front Park Assist 
audible alert (chime) after approximately three 
seconds when an obstacle has been detected, and 
the vehicle is stationary.
Adjustable Chime Volume Settings
Front and rear chime volume settings can be 
selected from the Uconnect system  Ú page 204.
The chime volume settings include low, medium, 
and high.
ParkSense will retain its last known configuration 
state through ignition cycles.
PARKSENSE WARNING DISPLAY
The ParkSense Warning screen is located within 
the instrument cluster display  Ú page 98. It 
provides visual warnings to indicate the distance 
between the rear fascia/bumper and/or front 
fascia/bumper and the detected obstacle.
ENABLING AND DISABLING PARKSENSE
ParkSense can be enabled and disabled 
with the ParkSense switch located on the 
switch panel above the Uconnect display.
When the ParkSense switch is pushed to enable 
the system, the instrument cluster will display the 
system state. When the ParkSense switch is pushed to disable 
the system, the instrument cluster will display the 
“PARKSENSE OFF” message for approximately two 
seconds. When the gear selector is moved to 
REVERSE and the system is disabled, the 
instrument cluster display will display the 
“PARKSENSE OFF” message for as long as the 
vehicle is in REVERSE.
NOTE:When ParkSense is disabled and the gear selector 
is moved to the DRIVE position, no warning 
message will be displayed.
The ParkSense switch LED will be on when 
ParkSense is disabled or requires service. The 
ParkSense switch LED will be off when the system 
is enabled. If the ParkSense switch is pushed, and 
the system requires service, the ParkSense switch 
LED will blink momentarily, and then the LED will 
be on.
SERVICE THE PARKSENSE PARK ASSIST 
S
YSTEM
During vehicle start-up, when the ParkSense 
System has detected a faulted condition, the 
instrument cluster will actuate a single chime, 
once per ignition cycle, and it will display a pop-up. 
The pop-up will include up to two faults. Possible 
fault messages are "PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE 
WIPE REAR SENSORS", "PARKSENSE 
UNAVAILABLE WIPE FRONT SENSORS", or  "PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE SERVICE REQUIRED.” 
The pop-up message will display for five seconds.
When the gear selector is moved to REVERSE and 
the system has detected a faulted condition, the 
instrument cluster display will display a 
"PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE REAR SENSORS", 
"PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE FRONT SENSORS" 
or "PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE SERVICE REQUIRED" 
pop-up message for five seconds. After five seconds, 
a vehicle graphic will be displayed with 
"UNAVAILABLE" at either the front or rear sensor 
location depending on where the fault is detected. 
The system will continue to provide arc alerts for the 
side that is functioning properly. These arc alerts will 
interrupt the "PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE REAR 
SENSORS", "PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE 
FRONT SENSORS", or "PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE 
SERVICE REQUIRED" messages if an object is 
detected within the five second pop-up duration. The 
vehicle graphic will remain displayed for as long as 
the vehicle is in REVERSE.
If "PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE REAR 
SENSORS" or "PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE WIPE 
FRONT SENSORS" appears in the instrument 
cluster display make sure the outer surface and 
the underside of the rear fascia/bumper and/or 
front fascia/bumper is clean and clear of snow, 
ice, mud, dirt or other obstruction and then cycle 
the ignition. If the message continues to appear 
see an authorized dealer.
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If the "PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE SERVICE 
REQUIRED" message appears in the instrument 
cluster display, see an authorized dealer.
CLEANING THE PARKSENSE SYSTEM
Clean the ParkSense sensors with water, car wash 
soap and a soft cloth. Do not use rough or hard 
cloths. Do not scratch or poke the sensors.
PARKSENSE SYSTEM USAGE 
P
RECAUTIONS
NOTE:
Ensure that the front and rear fascia/bumper 
are free of snow, ice, mud, dirt and debris to 
keep the ParkSense system operating properly.
Jackhammers, large trucks, and other vibra -
tions could affect the performance of 
ParkSense.
When you turn ParkSense off, the instrument 
cluster will display “PARKSENSE OFF.” Further -
more, once you turn ParkSense off, it remains 
off until you turn it on again, even if you cycle the 
ignition.
When you move the gear selector to the 
REVERSE position and ParkSense is turned off, 
the instrument cluster will display “PARKSENSE 
OFF” for as long as the vehicle is in REVERSE.
ParkSense, when on, will reduce the volume of 
the radio when it is sounding a tone.
Clean the ParkSense sensors regularly, taking 
care not to scratch or damage them. The 
sensors must not be covered with ice, snow, 
slush, mud, dirt or debris. Failure to do so can 
result in the system not working properly. The 
ParkSense system might not detect an obstacle 
behind or in front of the fascia/bumper, or it 
could provide a false indication that an obstacle 
is behind or in front of the fascia/bumper.
Use the ParkSense switch to turn the ParkSense 
system off if objects such as bicycle carriers, 
trailer hitches, etc., are placed within 12 inches 
(30 cm) of the rear fascia/bumper. Failure to do 
so can result in the system misinterpreting a 
close object as a sensor problem, causing the 
“PARKSENSE UNAVAILABLE SERVICE 
REQUIRED” message to be displayed in the 
instrument cluster.
ParkSense should be disabled when the liftgate 
is in the open position. An opened liftgate could 
provide a false indication that an obstacle is 
behind the vehicle.
WARNING!
Drivers must be careful when backing up even 
when using ParkSense. Always check carefully 
behind your vehicle, look behind you, and be 
sure to check for pedestrians, animals, other 
vehicles, obstructions, and blind spots before 
backing up. You are responsible for safety and 
must continue to pay attention to your 
surroundings. Failure to do so can result in 
serious injury or death.
Before using ParkSense, it is strongly recom -
mended that the ball mount and hitch ball 
assembly be disconnected from the vehicle 
when the vehicle is not used for towing. 
Failure to do so can result in injury or damage 
to vehicles or obstacles because the hitch ball 
will be much closer to the obstacle than the 
rear fascia when the vehicle sounds the 
continuous tone. Also, the sensors could 
detect the ball mount and hitch ball assembly, 
depending on its size and shape, giving a false 
indication that an obstacle is behind the 
vehicle.
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SIDE DISTANCE WARNING SYSTEM
The Side Distance Warning system detects the 
presence of side obstacles near the vehicle using 
the parking sensors located in the front and rear 
fascia/bumpers.
Side Distance Warning Display
The Side Distance Warning screen will only be 
displayed if this feature is enabled within Uconnect 
Settings  Úpage 204.
The system warns the driver with an acoustic 
signal and, when enabled, with visual indications 
on the instrument cluster display. When the vehicle is in DRIVE, the Side Distance 
Warning volume/chime will match the Front 
ParkSense volume and chime type.
When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the Side Distance 
Warning volume/chime will match the Rear 
ParkSense volume and chime type.NOTE:ParkSense will reduce the volume of the radio if on 
when the system is sounding an audible tone. An 
audible tone will only sound if a collision is 
possible.
Activation/Deactivation
The system can operate only after driving a short 
distance and if the vehicle speed is between 0 and 
7 mph (0 and 11 km/h). The system can be 
activated/deactivated via the Settings menu of the 
Uconnect system. If the ParkSense System is 
deactivated via the ParkSense hard switch, then 
the Side Distance Warning system will 
automatically be deactivated.
Message on the display for Side Distance Warning 
feature:
“Wipe Sensors” — This message is displayed in the 
case of a failure of the Side Distance Warning 
system sensors. Free the bumpers of any 
obstacles, ensure that the front and rear fascia/
bumper are free of snow, ice, mud, dirt and debris 
to keep the ParkSense system operating properly.
“System Not Available” — This message is 
displayed if the Side Distance Warning system is 
not available. The failed operation of the system 
might be due to the insufficient voltage from the 
battery or other failures on the electrical system. 
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible 
to have the electrical system checked.CAUTION!
ParkSense is only a parking aid and it is 
unable to recognize every obstacle, including 
small obstacles. Parking curbs might be 
temporarily detected or not detected at all. 
Obstacles located above or below the sensors 
will not be detected when they are in close 
proximity.
The vehicle must be driven slowly when using 
ParkSense in order to be able to stop in time 
when an obstacle is detected. It is recom
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mended that the driver looks over his/her 
shoulder when using ParkSense.
WARNING ALERTS
Distance 
(inches/cm) Less than 
12 inches
(30 cm)12 – 
24 inches 
(30–60 cm)
Arcs-Left Flashing Flashing
Arcs-Right Flashing Flashing
Audible Alert 
Chime ContinuousFast audible 
chime as the 
objects get 
close to the 
vehicle
Radio Volume 
Reduced Yes
Yes
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ParkSense Usage Precautions
Some conditions may influence the performance 
of the Side Distance Warning system:
NOTE:
Ensure that the front and rear fascia/bumper 
are free of snow, ice, mud, dirt and debris to 
keep the ParkSense system operating properly.
Construction equipment, large trucks, and other 
vibrations could affect the performance of 
ParkSense.
When you turn ParkSense off, the message to 
appear in the instrument cluster display will 
read “PARKSENSE OFF.” Furthermore, once you 
turn ParkSense off, it remains off until you turn 
it on again, even if you cycle the ignition key.
ParkSense, when on, will reduce the volume of 
the radio when it is sounding a tone.
Clean the ParkSense sensors regularly, taking 
care not to scratch or damage them. The 
sensors must not be covered with ice, snow, 
slush, mud, dirt or debris. Failure to do so can 
result in the system not working properly. The 
ParkSense system might not detect an obstacle 
behind or in front of the fascia/bumper, or it 
could provide a false indication that an obstacle 
is behind or in front of the fascia/bumper.
The presence of a tow hook without a trailer may 
interfere with the correct operation of the 
parking sensors. Before using the ParkSense  system, it is recommended to remove the 
removable tow hook ball assembly and any 
attachments from the vehicle when it is not 
used for towing operations.
PARKSENSE ACTIVE PARK ASSIST SYSTEM — 
IF EQUIPPED
The ParkSense Active Park Assist system is 
intended to assist the driver during parallel and 
perpendicular parking maneuvers by identifying a 
proper parking space, providing audible/visual 
instructions, and controlling the steering wheel. 
The ParkSense Active Park Assist system is 
defined as “semi-automatic” since the driver 
maintains control of the accelerator, gear selector 
and brakes. Depending on the driver's parking 
maneuver selection, the ParkSense Active Park 
Assist system is capable of maneuvering a vehicle 
into a parallel or a perpendicular parking space on 
either side (i.e., driver side or passenger side).
WARNING!
Drivers must be careful when backing up even 
when using ParkSense. Always check carefully 
behind your vehicle, look behind you, and be 
sure to check for pedestrians, animals, other 
vehicles, obstructions, and blind spots before 
backing up. You are responsible for safety and 
must continue to pay attention to your 
surroundings. Failure to do so can result in 
serious injury or death.
Before using ParkSense, it is strongly recom
-
mended that the ball mount and hitch ball 
assembly be disconnected from the vehicle 
when the vehicle is not used for towing. 
Failure to do so can result in injury or damage 
to vehicles or obstacles because the hitch ball 
will be much closer to the obstacle than the 
rear fascia when the vehicle sounds the 
continuous tone. Also, the sensors could 
detect the ball mount and hitch ball assembly, 
depending on its size and shape, giving a false 
indication that an obstacle is behind the 
vehicle.
CAUTION!
ParkSense is only a parking aid and it is unable 
to recognize every obstacle, including small 
obstacles. Parking curbs might be temporarily 
detected or not detected at all. Obstacles 
located above or below the sensors will not be 
detected when they are in close proximity.
The vehicle must be driven slowly when using 
ParkSense in order to be able to stop in time 
when an obstacle is detected. It is recom -
mended that the driver looks over his/her 
shoulder when using ParkSense.
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NOTE:
The driver is always responsible for controlling 
the vehicle, responsible for any surrounding 
objects, and must intervene as required.
The system is designed to assist the driver and 
not to substitute the driver.
During a semi-automatic maneuver, if the driver 
touches the steering wheel after being 
instructed to remove their hands from the 
steering wheel, the system will cancel, and the 
driver will be required to manually complete the 
parking maneuver.
The system may not work in all conditions (e.g. 
environmental conditions such as heavy rain, 
snow, etc., or if searching for a parking space 
that has surfaces that will absorb the ultrasonic 
sensor waves).
New vehicles from the dealership must have at 
least 30 miles (48 km) accumulated before the 
ParkSense Active Park Assist system is fully cali -
brated and performs accurately. This is due to 
the system’s dynamic vehicle calibration to 
improve the performance of the feature. The 
system will also continuously perform the 
dynamic vehicle calibration to account for differ -
ences such as over or under inflated tires and 
new tires.
ENABLING AND DISABLING THE 
P
ARKSENSE ACTIVE PARK ASSIST 
S
YSTEM
The ParkSense Active Park Assist system 
can be enabled and disabled with the 
ParkSense Active Park Assist switch, 
located on the switch panel above the 
Uconnect display.
To enable or disable the ParkSense Active Park 
Assist system, push the ParkSense Active Park 
Assist switch once (LED turns on). Pushing the 
switch a second time will disable the system (LED 
turns off).
The ParkSense Active Park Assist system will turn 
off automatically for any of the following 
conditions:
Parking maneuver is completed
Vehicle speed is greater than 18 mph
(30 km/h) when searching for a parking space
Vehicle speed is greater than 5 mph (7 km/h)  during active steering guidance into the parking 
space
Steering wheel is touched during active steering 
guidance into the parking space
ParkSense Front and Rear Park Assist switch is 
pushed
Driver's door is opened
Rear liftgate is opened
Electronic Stability Control/Anti-Lock Braking 
System intervention
The ParkSense Active Park Assist system allows a 
maximum number of shifts between DRIVE and 
REVERSE. If the maneuver cannot be completed 
within the maximum amount of shifts, the system 
will cancel and the instrument cluster display will 
instruct the driver to complete the maneuver 
manually.
The ParkSense Active Park Assist system will only 
operate and search for a parking space when the 
following conditions are present:
Gear selector is in DRIVE
Ignition is in the RUN position
ParkSense Active Park Assist switch is activated
Driver's door is closed
Rear liftgate is closed
Vehicle speed is less than 15 mph (25 km/h)
The outer surface and the underside of the front 
and rear fascias/bumpers are clean and clear 
of snow, ice, mud, dirt or other obstruction
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