Mercedes Benz

Parking Assist System - Erroneous Activation Date: September 17, 2008 Order No.: P-B-54.65/86a Supersedes: P-B-54.65/86 dated April 13, 2003 Group: 54 Revision Date Purpose a 9/17/08 Applicable Models Updated / Note Added (cause and remedy) - 4/13/03 Initial issue SUBJECT: All Models Equipped with Parktronic (SA Code 220) Erroneous Parktronic Activation Parktronic, the optional vehicle parking assist system, can be erroneously activated with or without warning tones by the following conditions as noted below. Note: The causes mentioned can lead to complaints that may be unduplicatable at the workshop. The workshop technician should thoroughly inspect the Parktronic sensors for interferance, cleanliness, and proper orientation. 1) Accessory license plate frames installed on the front bumper. 2) Incorrect front license plate orientation. 3) Other detachable accessories that are located within range of the Parktronic sensors. 4) Decreased vehicle ride height, resul...