Buick Encore Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
9234779) - 2016 - CRC - 1/5/16
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Driving and Operating
Objects Detected by Both the
Front and Rear Sensors
In general, if objects are detected at
the same time near both the front
and rear bumpers while backing up,
the beeps only sound to indicate
that objects are close to the rear
bumper.
However, if an object comes within
0.3 m (1 ft) of the front bumper while
the vehicle is backing up and at the
same time there is another object
further than 0.3 m (1 ft) from the rear
bumper, then higher-pitched beeps
only sound to indicate the front
object.
Turning the System On and Off
The FRPA system can be turned on
and off by pressing the park assist
button on the center stack, forward
of the shift lever.
The indicator light in the button
comes on when the system is
turned on.
When the system is off, the indicator
light in the button is off or PARK
ASSIST OFF briefly displays on the
Driver Information Center (DIC).
FRPA defaults to the on setting
each time the vehicle is started.
When the System Does Not
Seem to Work Properly
The following messages may be
displayed on the DIC:
SERVICE PARKING ASSIST :
If
this message occurs, take the
vehicle to your dealer to repair the
system.
PARK ASSIST OFF :
If the FRPA
system does not activate due to a
temporary condition, the message
displays on the DIC. This can occur
under the following conditions:
.
The driver has disabled the
system.
.
The sensors are not clean. Keep
the vehicle's bumpers free of
mud, dirt, snow, ice and slush.
For cleaning instructions, see
.
.
The park assist sensors are
covered by frost or ice. Frost or
ice can form around and behind
the sensors and may not always
be seen; this can occur after
washing the vehicle in cold
weather. The message may not
clear until the frost or ice has
melted.
.
An object was hanging out of the
liftgate during the last drive
cycle. Once the object is
removed, FRPA will return to
normal operation.
.
An object or cover is attached to
the front of the vehicle.
.
The bumper is damaged. Take
the vehicle to your dealer to
repair the system.