Rear view camera
PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
The camera is a visual aid for use when reversing.
WARNING
The system does not relieve you of your responsibility to drive with due care and attention.
CAUTIONS
If you use a high pressure spray to wash your vehicle, only spray the camera briefly from a distance not less than 20 centimeters (8 inches).
Do not apply pressure to the camera.
S-MAX
Galaxy
Note: Keep the camera free from dirt, ice and snow. Do not clean with sharp objects, degreaser, wax or organic products. Use only a soft cloth.
During operation, guide lines appear in the display which represent your vehicle's path and approximate distance from rearward objects.
REAR VIEW CAMERA
WARNINGS
The operation of the camera may vary depending on the ambient temperature, vehicle and road conditions.
The distances shown in the display may differ from the actual distance.
Do not place objects in front of the camera.
The camera is located on the luggage compartment lid near the handle.
Activating the rear view camera
CAUTION
The camera may not detect objects that are close to the vehicle.
With the ignition and the audio unit switched on, engage reverse gear. The image is displayed on the screen.
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Rear view camera
The camera may not operate correctly in the following conditions:
• Dark areas.
• Intense light.
• If the ambient temperature increases or decreases rapidly.
• If the camera is wet, for example in rain or high humidity.
• If the camera's view is obstructed, for example by mud.
Using the display
CAUTIONS
Obstacles above the camera position will not be shown. Inspect the area behind your vehicle if necessary.
Marks are for general guidance only, and are calculated for vehicles in maximum load conditions on an even road surface.
The lines show a projected vehicle path
(based on the current steering wheel angle) and the distance from the exterior mirrors and rear bumper.
A
B
C
Exterior mirror clearance - 0.1
meter (4 inches)
Red - 0.3 meter (12 inches)
Amber - 1 meter (39 inches)
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Galaxy/S-MAX (CA1) Vehicles Built From: 25-11-2013, Vehicles Built Up To: 18-12-2014, CG3533en enGBR, Edition date: 11/2013, Second Printing
Rear view camera
D Amber - 2 meters (79 inches)
E Shows the center line of the projected vehicle path
Note: When reversing with a trailer, the lines on the screen show the vehicle direction and not the trailer.
Deactivating the rear view camera
Note: Disengage reverse gear. The display will stay on for a short period before switching off.
The system will automatically switch off once the vehicle speed has reached approximately 15 km/h (9 mph).
Vehicles with parking aid
The display will additionally show a coloured distance bar. This guide indicates the distance from the rear bumper to the detected obstacle.
These are colour coded as follows:
• Green - 0.8 to 1.5 meters (31 to 59 inches).
• Amber - 0.3 to 0.8 meter (12 to 31 inches).
• Red - 0.3 meter (12 inches) or less.
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Galaxy/S-MAX (CA1) Vehicles Built From: 25-11-2013, Vehicles Built Up To: 18-12-2014, CG3533en enGBR, Edition date: 11/2013, Second Printing
