FIAT 500L - Manual (Page 128)

ACOUSTIC SIGNAL
When reverse gear is engaged and there is an
obstacle behind the vehicle, an acoustic signal is
emitted which varies according to the distance of the
bumper from the obstacle.
The frequency of the acoustic signal:
❒ increases as the distance between car and obstacle
decreases, culminating in a continuous acoustic
signal, when the distance is less than approximately
30 cm;
❒ decreases if the distance from the obstacle
increases, until the signal ceases entirely;
❒ remains constant if the distance between car and
obstacle remains unchanged; if this situation
concerns the side sensors, the signal will stop after
approximately 3 seconds to avoid, for example,
indications in the event of manoeuvres along
a wall.
If several obstacles are detected by the sensors, only
the nearest one is considered.
FAULT INDICATION
Any parking sensor faults will be indicated when
reverse is engaged by the
warning light on the
instrument panel together with the message in the
multifunction display (for versions/markets, where
provided) (see “Warning lights and messages”
section).
OPERATION WITH TRAILER
Sensor operation is deactivated automatically when
the trailer's electric cable plug is fitted into the
car's tow hook socket.
The sensors are automatically reactivated when the
trailer's cable plug is removed.
For correct operation, sensors must always
be clean from mud, dirt, snow or ice. Be
careful not to scratch or damage the
sensors while cleaning them. Avoid using dry,
rough or hard cloths.The sensors should be
washed using clean water with the addition of car
shampoo if necessary.When using special
washing equipment such as high pressure jets or
steam cleaning, clean the sensors very quickly
keeping the jet more than 10 cm away. Also, do
not apply stickers to the sensors.
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GETTING TO
KNOW YOUR CAR
SAFETY
STARTING AND
DRIVING
WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
IN AN EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
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