2014 Chevrolet Sonic Owner Manual - Page 242

9-34 Driving and Operating changed and will affect both the Collision Alert and the Tailgating Alert features. The timing of both alerts will vary based on vehicle speed. The faster the vehicle speed, the further away the alert will occur. Consider traffic and weather conditions when selecting the alert timing. The range of selectable alert timing may not be appropriate for all drivers and driving conditions. Rear Vision Camera (RVC) This vehicle may have the RVC system. Read this entire section before using it. The RVC system can assist the driver when backing up by displaying a view of the area behind the vehicle. Warning (Continued) before backing may result in injury, death, or vehicle damage. Always check behind and around the vehicle before backing. An image appears on the infotainment screen when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). The infotainment screen goes to the previous screen after approximately 4 seconds once the vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse). To return to the previous screen sooner, do one of the following: . . Unnecessary Alerts FCA may sometimes set unnecessary alerts to turning vehicles, vehicles in other lanes, objects that are not vehicles, or shadows. These alerts are normal operation and the vehicle does not need service. { Warning The RVC system does not display children, pedestrians, bicyclists, animals, or any other object located outside the camera's field of view, below the bumper, or under the vehicle. Perceived distances may be different from actual distances. Do not back the vehicle using only the RVC screen, during longer, higher speed backing maneuvers, or where there could be cross traffic. Failure to use proper care (Continued) Shift into P (Park). Reach a vehicle speed of 8 km/h (5 mph). Cleaning the System If the FCA system does not seem to operate properly, clean the outside of the windshield area in front of the camera sensor before considering taking the vehicle in for service. Guidelines The RVC system has a guideline overlay that can help the driver align the vehicle when backing into a parking spot.