Maximum Detectable Object Locations
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Ford Econoline. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Turn the ignition switch to the ON position, engine off.
- Apply the parking brake.
- Place the gear shift in REVERSE (R).
- Verify that the Parking Aid Module (PAM) detects the specified object when placed in the 5 specified locations (P1, P2, P3, P4 and P5).
- If the PAM does not detect the object above, refer to PARKING AID .
NOTE:
The object used in this system check can be fabricated using a 9 cm O.D. (3 in I.D.) plastic pipe 100 cm (39 in) in length (available as Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) pipe, or similar from a hardware or plumbing supply).
NOTE:
The following system check should be carried out with the vehicle on a level surface.
NOTE:
The parking aid system defaults to on when the ignition key is cycled from the off position to the on position.