2013 Volvo S60 Owner's Manual - Page 173
2013 Volvo S60 Manual
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04 Driver support Park assist* Introduction The park assist system is designed to assist you when driving into parking spaces, garages, etc. It utilizes ultrasound sensors in the front bumper and rear bumper(s) to measure the distance to a vehicle or an object that may be close to the front or rear of your vehicle. An audible signal and symbols in the audio system's display indicate the distance to the object. Function Activating/deactivating The system is activated automatically when the vehicle is started. - Press the Park assist button on the center console to temporarily deactivate the system(s). > The indicator light in the button will go out when the system has been deactivated. 04 NOTE A trailer hitch whose wiring is integrated with the vehicle's electrical system will be included in the measurement of the available space behind the vehicle. Park assist button Park assist will be automatically reactivated the next time the engine is started, or if the button is pressed (the indicator light in the button will illuminate). WARNING Park Assist is an information system, NOT a safety system. This system is designed to be a supplementary aid when parking the vehicle. It is not, however, intended to replace the driver's attention and judgement. The system is activated automatically when the vehicle is started. The indicator light in the button in the center console illuminates when the system is on. NOTE Park assist is disengaged automatically when the parking brake is applied. • The front park assist system is active from the time the engine is started until the vehicle exceeds a speed of approximately 10 mph (15 km/h). It is also active when the vehicle is backing up. • Rear park assist is active when the engine is running and reverse gear has been selected. * Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction. 171