ESP CHRYSLER PACIFICA HYBRID 2022 User Guide
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126GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL  
Service AWD Warning Light — If Equipped
This telltale will turn on to indicate that 
the All Wheel Drive (AWD) system is not 
functioning properly and that service is 
required. Contact an authorized dealer.
Service Forward Collision Warning (FCW) 
or Pedestrian Emergency Braking (PEB) 
Warning Light — If Equipped
This warning light will illuminate to 
indicate a fault in the FCW or PEB 
Warning System. Contact an authorized 
dealer for service  Úpage 233.
Service Stop/Start System Warning Light — 
If Equipped
This warning light will illuminate when the 
Stop/Start system is not functioning 
properly and service is required. Contact 
an authorized dealer for service  
Ú page 143.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 
Warning Light 
The warning light switches on and a 
message is displayed to indicate that the 
tire pressure is lower than the 
recommended value and/or that slow 
pressure loss is occurring. In these cases, optimal 
tire duration and fuel consumption may not be 
guaranteed.
Should one or more tires be in the condition 
mentioned above, the display will show the 
indications corresponding to each tire.
 Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should 
be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the 
inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle 
manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation 
pressure label. If your vehicle has tires of a different 
size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard 
or tire inflation pressure label, you should 
determine the proper tire inflation pressure for 
those tires.
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been 
equipped with a TPMS that illuminates a low tire 
pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is 
significantly underinflated. Accordingly, when the 
low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should 
stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and 
inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a 
significantly underinflated tire causes the tire to 
overheat and can lead to tire failure. Underinflation 
also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and 
may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping 
ability.
WARNING!
A malfunctioning catalytic converter, as 
referenced above, can reach higher 
temperatures than in normal operating 
conditions. This can cause a fire if you drive 
slowly or park over flammable substances such 
as dry plants, wood, cardboard, etc. This could 
result in death or serious injury to the driver, 
occupants or others.
CAUTION!
Prolonged driving with the Malfunction Indicator 
Light (MIL) on could cause damage to the 
vehicle control system. It also could affect fuel 
economy and driveability. If the MIL is flashing, 
severe catalytic converter damage and power 
loss will soon occur. Immediate service is 
required.
CAUTION!
Do not continue driving with one or more flat 
tires as handling may be compromised. Stop the 
vehicle, avoiding sharp braking and steering. If a 
tire puncture occurs, repair immediately using 
the dedicated tire repair kit and contact an 
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for 
proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s 
responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, 
even if underinflation has not reached the level to 
trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure 
telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS 
malfunction indicator to indicate when the system 
is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction 
indicator is combined with the low tire pressure 
telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, 
the telltale will flash for approximately one minute 
and then remain continuously illuminated. This 
sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle 
start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When 
the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the 
system may not be able to detect or signal low tire 
pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may 
occur for a variety of reasons, including the 
installation of replacement or alternate tires or 
wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from 
functioning properly. Always check the TPMS 
malfunction telltale after replacing one or more 
tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the 
replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow 
the TPMS to continue to function properly.
YELLOW INDICATOR LIGHTS
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) or 
Pedestrian Emergency Braking (PEB) OFF 
Indicator Light — If Equipped
This indicator light illuminates to 
indicate that Forward Collision
Warning (FCW) or Pedestrian Emergency 
Braking (PEB) is off.
GREEN INDICATOR LIGHTS
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With 
Target Vehicle Detected Light — 
If Equipped  
This indicator light will illuminate when 
the Adaptive Cruise Control speed is SET 
and the vehicle in front is detected  
Ú page 147.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set With No 
Target Detected Light — If Equipped  
This indicator light will illuminate when 
the Adaptive Cruise Control speed is SET 
and there is no vehicle in front detected  
Úpage 147.
Cruise Control Set Indicator Light — 
If Equipped  
This indicator light will illuminate when 
the cruise control is set to the desired 
speed  Ú page 146.
Front Fog Indicator Light — If Equipped
This indicator light will illuminate when 
the front fog lights are on.
CAUTION!
The TPMS has been optimized for the original 
equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures 
and warning have been established for the tire 
size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable 
system operation or sensor damage may result 
when using replacement equipment that is not 
of the same size, type, and/or style. Aftermarket 
wheels can cause sensor damage. Using 
aftermarket tire sealants may cause the Tire 
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor to 
become inoperable. After using an aftermarket 
tire sealant it is recommended that you take 
your vehicle to an authorized dealer to have your 
sensor function checked.
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KeySense Indicator Light — 
If Equipped
The KeySense indicator is illuminated 
when a KeySense key is detected upon 
startup of the vehicle. The indicator will 
remain lit for the entire key cycle as a 
reminder that the KeySense key is in use. While 
the KeySense key is in use, the vehicle will respond 
to settings associated with the KeySense profile  
Ú page 14.
LaneSense Indicator Light — If Equipped
The LaneSense indicator light illuminates 
solid green when both lane markings 
have been detected and the system is 
“armed” and ready to provide visual and 
torque warnings if an unintentional lane departure 
occurs  Ú page 166.
Parking/Headlights On Indicator Light 
This indicator light will illuminate when 
the parking lights or headlights are 
turned on.
Stop/Start Active Indicator Light — 
If Equipped
This indicator light will illuminate when 
the Stop/Start function is in “Autostop” 
mode  Úpage 143.
Turn Signal Indicator Lights  
When the left or right turn signal is 
activated, the turn signal indicator will 
flash independently and the 
corresponding exterior turn signal lamps 
will flash. Turn signals can be activated when the 
multifunction lever is moved down (left) or
up (right).
NOTE:
A continuous chime will sound if the vehicle is 
driven more than 1 mile (1.6 km) with either 
turn signal on.
Check for an inoperative outside light bulb if 
either indicator flashes at a rapid rate.
WHITE INDICATOR LIGHTS
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Ready 
Light — If Equipped 
This indicator light will illuminate when 
the vehicle equipped with ACC has been 
turned on but not set  Ú page 147.
Cruise Control Ready Indicator Light 
This indicator light will illuminate when 
the cruise control is ready, but not set  
Úpage 146.
LaneSense Indicator Light — If Equipped
When the LaneSense system is ON, but 
not armed, the LaneSense indicator light 
illuminates solid white. This occurs when 
only left, right, or neither lane line has 
been detected. If a single lane line is detected, the 
system is ready to provide only visual warnings if 
an unintentional lane departure occurs on the 
detected lane line  Ú page 166.
Speed Warning Indicator Light
The white indicator will illuminate along 
with a pop-up message (Speed Warning 
Set to XX followed by unit), once the 
feature is enabled. When the set speed is 
exceeded, a continuous chime (up to 10 seconds 
or until the speed is no longer exceeded) will sound 
along with a Speed Warning Exceeded pop-up 
message and the indicator light will turn yellow and 
flash.
NOTE:The number “31” is only an example of a speed 
that can be selected.
Set Speed Display
The Set Speed Display indicator light 
indicates the set speed for the Cruise 
Control and Adaptive Cruise Control 
(ACC) settings.
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GEAR RANGES
Do not press the accelerator pedal when shifting 
from PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range.
NOTE:After selecting any gear range, wait a moment to 
allow the selected gear to engage before acceler -
ating. This is especially important when the engine 
is cold.
PARK (P)
This range supplements the parking brake by 
locking the transmission. The engine can be 
started in this range. Never attempt to use PARK 
while the vehicle is in motion. Apply the parking 
brake when exiting the vehicle in this range.
When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake 
before shifting the transmission to PARK. As an 
added precaution, turn the front wheels toward the 
curb on a downhill grade and away from the curb 
on an uphill grade.
When exiting the vehicle, always:
Apply the parking brake.
Shift the transmission into PARK.
Turn the ignition off.
Remove the key fob from the vehicle. The following indicators should be used to ensure 
that you have properly engaged the transmission 
into the PARK position:
Look at the transmission gear position display 
and verify that it indicates the PARK position (P), 
and is not blinking.
With the brake pedal released, verify that the 
gear selector will not move out of PARK.
REVERSE (R)
This range is for moving the vehicle backward. 
Shift into REVERSE only after the vehicle has come 
to a complete stop.
NEUTRAL (N)
Use this range when the vehicle is standing for 
prolonged periods with the engine running. The 
engine may be started in this range. Apply the 
parking brake and shift the transmission into PARK 
if you must exit the vehicle.CAUTION!
Before moving the transmission gear selector 
out of PARK, you must start the engine, and 
also press the brake pedal. Otherwise, 
damage to the gear selector could result.
DO NOT race the engine when shifting from 
PARK or NEUTRAL into another gear range, as 
this can damage the drivetrain.WARNING!
Do not coast in NEUTRAL and never turn off the 
ignition to coast down a hill. These are unsafe 
practices that limit your response to changing 
traffic or road conditions. You might lose control 
of the vehicle and have a collision.
CAUTION!
Towing the vehicle, coasting, or driving for any 
other reason with the transmission in NEUTRAL 
can cause severe transmission damage.
For Recreational Towing  Ú
page 184.
For Towing A Disabled Vehicle  Ú page 306.
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DRIVE (D)
This range should be used for most city and 
highway driving. It provides the smoothest upshifts 
and downshifts, and the best fuel economy. The 
transmission automatically upshifts through all 
forward gears. The DRIVE position provides 
optimum driving characteristics under all normal 
operating conditions.
If the transmission temperature exceeds normal 
operating limits, the transmission controller may 
modify the transmission shift schedule, reduce 
engine torque, and/or expand the range of torque 
converter clutch engagement. This is done to 
prevent transmission damage due to overheating.
If the transmission becomes extremely hot, the 
Transmission Temperature Warning Light will 
illuminate, a warning message will appear in the 
instrument cluster, and the transmission may operate 
differently until the transmission cools down.
During cold temperatures, transmission operation 
may be modified depending on engine and 
transmission temperature as well as vehicle 
speed. This feature improves warm-up time of the 
engine and transmission to achieve maximum 
efficiency. Engagement of the torque converter 
clutch, and shifts into EIGHTH or NINTH gear, are 
inhibited until the transmission fluid is warm  
Úpage 142. Normal operation will resume once 
the transmission temperature has risen to a 
suitable level.
LOW (L)
Use this range for engine braking when 
descending very steep grades. In this range, the 
transmission will downshift for increased engine 
braking. To access the LOW position, push down 
on the gear selector and rotate it fully clockwise.
Transmission Limp Home Mode
Transmission function is monitored electronically 
for abnormal conditions. If a condition is detected 
that could result in transmission damage, 
Transmission Limp Home Mode is activated. In this 
mode, the transmission may operate only in a fixed 
gear, or may remain in NEUTRAL. The Malfunction 
Indicator Light (MIL) may be illuminated. Limp 
Home Mode may allow the vehicle to be driven to 
an authorized dealer for service without damaging 
the transmission.
In the event of a momentary problem, the 
transmission can be reset to regain all forward 
gears by performing the following steps:
1. Stop the vehicle.
2. Shift the transmission into PARK, if possible. If not, shift the transmission to NEUTRAL.
3. Push and hold the ignition switch until the  engine turns off.
4. Wait approximately 30 seconds.
5. Restart the engine. 6. Shift into the desired gear range. If the 
problem is no longer detected, the 
transmission will return to normal operation.
NOTE:
Even if the transmission can be reset, we recommend 
that you visit an authorized dealer at your earliest 
possible convenience. An authorized dealer has diag -
nostic equipment to assess the condition of your 
transmission. If the transmission cannot be reset, 
authorized dealer service is required.
Torque Converter Clutch
A feature designed to improve fuel economy has been 
included in the automatic transmission on your 
vehicle. A clutch within the torque converter engages 
automatically at calibrated speeds. This may result in 
a slightly different feeling or response during normal 
operation in the upper gears. When the vehicle speed 
drops or during some accelerations, the clutch 
automatically disengages.
NOTE:The torque converter clutch will not engage until 
the engine and/or transmission is warm (usually 
after 1 to 3 miles [2 to 5 km] of driving). Because 
the engine speed is higher when the torque 
converter clutch is not engaged, it may seem as if 
the transmission is not shifting properly when the 
vehicle is cold. This is normal. The torque converter 
clutch will function normally once the powertrain is 
sufficiently warm.
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ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) — IF EQUIPPED 
This feature provides on-demand All-Wheel Drive 
(AWD). The system is automatic with no driver 
inputs or additional driving skills required. Under 
normal driving conditions, the front wheels provide 
most of the traction. If the front wheels begin to 
lose traction, power is shifted automatically to the 
rear wheels. The greater the front wheel traction 
loss, the greater the power transfer to the rear 
wheels.
Additionally, on dry pavement under heavy throttle 
input (where one may have no wheel spin), torque 
will be sent to the rear in a preemptive effort to 
improve vehicle launch and performance 
characteristics.
ACTIVE NOISE CANCELLATION
Your vehicle is equipped with an Active Noise 
Cancellation system. This system is designed to 
address exhaust and engine noise. The system 
relies on four microphones embedded in the 
headliner, which monitor exhaust and engine  noise, and assists an onboard frequency 
generator, which creates counteracting sound 
waves in the audio system’s speakers. This helps 
keep the vehicle quiet at idle and during drive.
POWER STEERING
The electric power steering system will provide 
increased vehicle response and ease of 
maneuverability. The power steering system 
adapts to different driving conditions.
If the Steering icon is displayed and the “POWER 
STEERING SYSTEM OVER TEMP” message is 
displayed on the instrument cluster screen, this 
indicates an over temperature condition in the 
power steering system. Once driving conditions are 
safe, pull over and let the vehicle idle for a few 
moments until the icon and message turn off  
Ú
page 121.
If the “SERVICE POWER STEERING" or 
"POWER STEERING ASSIST OFF - 
SERVICE SYSTEM” message and a 
steering wheel icon are displayed on the 
instrument cluster screen, it indicates that the  vehicle needs to be taken to an authorized dealer 
for service. It is likely the vehicle has lost power 
steering assistance  Ú
page 121.
NOTE:
Even if the power steering assistance is no 
longer operational, it is still possible to steer 
the vehicle. Under these conditions there will be 
a substantial increase in steering effort, 
especially at low speeds and during parking 
maneuvers.
The power steering system is fully electric; it 
requires no power steering fluid.
If the condition persists, see an authorized 
dealer for service.
STOP/START SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
The Stop/Start function is developed to reduce 
fuel consumption. The system will stop the engine 
automatically during a vehicle stop if the required 
conditions are met. Releasing the brake pedal, 
pressing the accelerator pedal or shifting out of 
DRIVE (D) will automatically re-start the engine.
This vehicle has been upgraded with a heavy-duty 
starter, enhanced battery, and other upgraded 
engine parts to handle the additional engine starts.CAUTION!
All wheels must have the same size and type 
tires. Unequal tire sizes must not be used. 
Unequal tire size may cause premature wear of 
the driveline components.
WARNING!
Continued operation with reduced assist could 
pose a safety risk to yourself and others. Service 
should be obtained as soon as possible.
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(Continued)
ACC will allow you to keep Cruise Control engaged 
in light to moderate traffic conditions without the 
constant need to reset your Cruise Control. 
ACC utilizes a radar sensor and a forward facing 
camera designed to detect a vehicle directly ahead 
of you.
NOTE:
If the ACC sensor detects a vehicle ahead, ACC 
will apply limited braking or accelerate (not to 
exceed the original set speed) automatically to 
maintain a preset following distance, while 
matching the speed of the vehicle ahead.
Any chassis/suspension or tire size modifica
-
tions to the vehicle will affect the performance 
of the Adaptive Cruise Control and Forward Colli -
sion Warning system.
Fixed Speed Cruise Control will not detect vehi -
cles directly ahead of you. Always be aware of 
the feature selected  Ú page 370.
WARNING!
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a conve -
nience system. It is not a substitute for active 
driver involvement. It is always the driver’s 
responsibility to be attentive of road, traffic, 
and weather conditions, vehicle speed, 
distance to the vehicle ahead and, most 
importantly, brake operation to ensure safe 
operation of the vehicle under all road condi -
tions. Your complete attention is always 
required while driving to maintain safe control 
of your vehicle. Failure to follow these warn -
ings can result in a collision and death or 
serious personal injury.
The ACC system:
Does not react to pedestrians, oncoming 
vehicles, and stationary objects (e.g., a 
stopped vehicle in a traffic jam or a 
disabled vehicle).
Cannot take street, traffic, and weather 
conditions into account, and may be 
limited upon adverse sight distance
conditions.
Does not always fully recognize complex 
driving conditions, which can result in 
wrong or missing distance warnings.
Will bring the vehicle to a complete stop 
while following a target vehicle and hold 
the vehicle for approximately three 
minutes in the stop position. If the target 
vehicle does not start moving within three 
minutes the parking brake will be acti -
vated, and the ACC system will be 
canceled.
You should switch off the ACC system:
When driving in fog, heavy rain, heavy snow, 
sleet, heavy traffic, and complex driving situa -
tions (i.e., in highway construction zones).
When entering a turn lane or highway 
off-ramp; when driving on roads that are 
winding, icy, snow-covered, slippery, or have 
steep uphill or downhill slopes.
When towing a trailer up or down steep slopes.
When circumstances do not allow safe driving 
at a constant speed.
WARNING!
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The automatic braking function may not provide 
enough vehicle deceleration to avoid colliding 
with a detected obstacle depending on vehicle 
speed, road conditions, and brake capability.
The automatic braking function may not be 
applied fast enough for moving obstacles that 
approach the rear of the vehicle from the left 
and/or right sides.
The automatic braking function can be 
enabled/disabled from the Customer-Program -
mable Features section of the Uconnect system.
ParkSense will retain its last known configura -
tion state for the automatic braking function 
through ignition cycles.
The automatic braking function is intended to 
assist the driver in avoiding possible collisions with 
detected obstacles when backing up in REVERSE.
NOTE:
The system is designed to assist the driver and 
not to substitute the driver.
The driver must stay in full control of the 
vehicle's acceleration and braking and is 
responsible for the vehicle's movements.
For limitations of this system and 
recommendations, see  Ú page 161. 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. When in REVERSE and above 
the system's operating speed, a warning will 
appear in the instrument cluster display indicating 
the vehicle speed is too fast. The system will 
become active again if the vehicle speed is 
decreased to speeds less than approximately 
6 mph (9 km/h).
PARKSENSE SENSORS
The six ParkSense sensors (four when vehicle is 
not equipped with front 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.
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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ice, mud, dirt or other obstruction and then cycle 
the ignition. If the message continues to appear 
see an authorized dealer.
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.
Construction equipment, large trucks, and 
other vibrations 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 key.
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 appropriate fascia/
bumper, or it could provide a false indication 
that an obstacle is behind or in front of the 
appropriate 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) from 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 WIPE REAR 
SENSORS” 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.
There may be a delay in the object detection 
rate if the object is moving. This may cause the 
automatic braking application to be delayed.
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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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).
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 
calibrated and performs accurately. This is due 
to the system’s dynamic vehicle calibration to 
improve the performance of the feature.
The use of wheels and tires that are different 
size to the original equipment could affect the 
operation of the system.
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 
below 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 switch is pushed.
The driver’s door is opened.
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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