Azimuth System Check

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Ford C-Max. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Check

1.

NOTE: The object used in this system check can be fabricated using a 9 cm diameter (3 in I.D.) pipe, 100 cm (39 in) in length (available as Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) pipe, or similar from a hardware or plumbing supply.

NOTE: The following system check should be carried out with the vehicle on a level surface.

NOTE: Actual sensor arrangement may differ from the configuration shown.

Distribute the test objects evenly across the bumper as shown below. Refer to the SPECIFICATIONS .

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

2.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON position, engine off.

3.

Apply the parking brake.

4.

Select REVERSE (R) for rear parking aid.

5.

Select DRIVE (D) for front parking aid.

6.

NOTE: The speaker should beep slowly when objects are detected on the outer edges of the detection zone, and increase in rate as the object is moved closer to the vehicle. When the object is within 12 in (30 cm) of the bumper, the tone should sound continuously.

NOTE: If the PAM does not detect the object above, refer to DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING .

Verify that the PAM detects the objects when placed in the specified locations (P1, P2, P3, P4 and P5).