Black plate (44,1)Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2012 - 2nd CRC - 11/29/119-44 Driving and OperatingObject DetectionSystemsUltrasonic Parking AssistIf available, the Ultrasonic RearParking Assist (URPA) system usessensors on the rear bumper toassist with parking and avoidingobjects while in R (Reverse).{ WARNINGThe URPA system does notdetect pedestrians, bicyclists,animals, or objects below thebumper or that are too close ortoo far from the vehicle. Toprevent injury, death, or vehicledamage, even with URPA, alwayscheck the area around the vehicleand check all mirrors beforebacking.How the System WorksURPA comes on automatically whenthe shift lever is moved intoR (Reverse). A single tone soundsto indicate the system is working.URPA operates only at speeds lessthan 8 km/h (5 mph).An obstacle is indicated by audiblebeeps. The interval between thebeeps becomes shorter as thevehicle gets closer to the obstacle.A continuous tone is heard whenthe distance is less than30 cm (12 in).To be detected, objects must be atleast 25 cm (10 in) off the groundand below liftgate level. Objectsmust also be within 2.5 m (8 ft) fromthe rear bumper. This distance maybe less during warmer or humidweather.Turning the System On and OffPress this button, located next tothe radio, to disable URPA.The indicator light will come on andPARK ASSIST OFF displays on theDriver Information Center (DIC). SeeObject Detection System Messageson page 5‑33.When the System Does NotSeem to Work ProperlyThe following messages may bedisplayed on the DIC:SERVICE PARKING ASSIST: Ifthis message occurs, take thevehicle to your dealer for repair.
