Radar sensor

Position

Position
Position

The radar sensor is integrated in the bumper.

Dirty or covered sensor

A dirty or covered sensor may hinder the detection of vehicles.

▷ If necessary, clean the radar sensor. Remove layers of snow and ice carefully.
▷ Do not cover the view field of the radar sensor.

Malfunction

The system cannot be activated if the radar sensor is not aligned correctly. Misalignment may be caused by damage incurred during parking, for example.

For US owners only

The transmitter and receiver units comply with part 15 of the FCC/Federal Communication Commission regulations. Operation is governed by the following:

FCC ID:

▷ OAYARS3-A Compliance statement:

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
▷ This device may not cause harmful interference
▷ This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Any unauthorized modifications or changes to these devices could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

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