Camera and radar sensor

Recommended camera and radar sensor maintenance

In order for the camera and radar sensor to function properly, they must be kept free of dirt, ice, snow, etc. and should be washed regularly with water and car washing detergent.

Camera/radar sensor limitations

The camera and radar sensor used by several of the driver support functions has certain limitations, which also affect the functions using the camera and radar sensor. The driver should be aware of the following limitations:

Camera

The camera is used by several driver support systems to e.g. detect lane marker lines or road signs.

Recommended maintenance for the camera/radar sensor

In order for the camera/radar sensor to function properly, the area of the windshield in front of the unit must be kept free of dirt, ice, snow, etc. and should be washed regularly with water and car washing detergent.

Camera limitations

The camera used by several of the driver support functions has certain limitations, which also affect the functions using the camera.

Radar sensor

The radar sensor is used by several driver support systems to detect other vehicles.

Recommended maintenance for the radar sensor

Radar sensor limitations

The radar sensor used by several of the driver support functions has certain limitations, which also affect the functions using the radar sensor.

Radar sensor type approval

The type approval for the vehicle radar sensor in the ACC, PA and BLIS functions can be read here.