2007 Mercedes S-Class Owner's Manual - Page 406

Controls in detail Driving systems Parktronic system* Warning! Warning! The Parktronic system deactivates at speeds over approximately 11 mph (18 km/h). At lower speeds the Parktronic system turns on again. Parktronic is also switched off when you engage gear P or secure the vehicle in place with the electric parking brake and switch off the engine. The Parktronic system monitors the surroundings of your vehicle with six sensors in the front bumper and four sensors in the rear bumper. G G Parktronic is a supplemental system. It is not intended to, nor does it replace, the need for extreme care. The responsibility during parking and other critical maneuvers always rests with the driver. Special attention must be paid to objects with smooth surfaces or low silhouettes (e.g. trailer couplings, painted posts, or road curbs). Such objects may not be detected by the system and can damage the vehicle. The operational function of the Parktronic system can be affected by dirty sensors, especially at times of snow and ice, see "Cleaning the Parktronic* system sensors" ( page 538). Make sure no persons or animals are in the area in which you are maneuvering. You could otherwise injure them. i Interference caused by other ultrasonic signals (e.g. working jackhammers, car wash, or the air brakes of trucks) can cause the system to send erratic indications, and should be taken into consideration. Parktronic is an electronic parking aid with ultrasonic sensors that helps you while parking. It visually and audibly indicates the relative distance between the vehicle and an obstacle. Parktronic is automatically activated when you switch on the ignition, release the electric parking brake or start the engine and engage gear D, R or N. 1 Sensors in the front bumper (Only visible without DISTRONIC Plus*) 405