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Forward/Reverse Parking Distance Warning (PDW)

Forward/Reverse Parking Distance Warning (PDW)*

Forward/Reverse Parking Distance Warning (PDW) is a supplemental system that is designed to warn the driver by chiming if an object is detected within the sensing area to the front and rear of the vehicle when moving forward or backing up.

  • To turn PDW on, press the Parking Safety button (LED illuminated). To turn PDW off, press again (LED not illuminated)
  • PDW will activate when the ignition is on/ready and the vehicle is in D (Drive) or R (Reverse)
  • Parking Distance Warning Auto On – To set the parking distance warning to be on at low speeds, enable it in the User Settings* in the Instrument Cluster or the Vehicle Settings* in the Infotainment System
  • To enable in User settings in the Instrument Cluster - Press the MODE button (below) on the Steering Wheel to toggle to User Settings . Press the OK button up/down to toggle to Driver Assistance, then Parking Safety, and select Parking Distance Warning Auto On

  • To enable in Vehicle settings in the Infotainment System – Press the SETUP key or the onscreen SETUP button. Press VEHICLE to enter Vehicle Settings. Select Driver Assistance, then Parking Safety and select Parking Distance Warning Auto On

Quick Tips:

  • To adjust the WARNING VOLUME: Press the SETUP button to go to VEHICLE SETTINGS on the Infotainment System. Press VEHICLE, DRIVER ASSISTANCE, and under WARNING METHODS, you can adjust WARNING VOLUME
  • Adjusting the Warning Volume will adjust settings for other driver assistance systems

Reminders:

  • If the vehicle is moving at speeds over 6 mph, PDW may not activate correctly
  • When more than two objects are sensed at the same time, the closest one will be recognized first

*See LEGAL page for legal information

PDW is not a substitute for proper and safe parking and backing-up procedures. Always drive safely and use caution when backing up. Parking Distance Warning (PDW) may not detect every object in front of or behind the vehicle. Images are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation. Refer to section 7 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.