Cadillac Escalade: How the System Works
URPA comes on automatically when the shift lever is moved into R (Reverse). A single tone sounds to indicate the system is working.
URPA operates only at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph).
An obstacle is indicated by audible beeps. The interval between the beeps becomes shorter as the vehicle gets closer to the obstacle. A continuous tone is heard when the distance is less than 30 cm (12 in).
To be detected, objects must be at least 25 cm (10 in) off the ground and below liftgate level. Objects must also be within 2.5 m (8 ft) from the rear bumper. This distance may be less during warmer or humid weather.
Ultrasonic Parking Assist
If available, the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system uses sensors on
the rear bumper to assist with parking and avoiding objects while in R (Reverse).
WARNING
The URPA system does not ...
Turning the System On and Off
Press this button, located next to the radio, to disable URPA.
The indicator light will come on and PARK ASSIST OFF displays on the Driver Information
Center (DIC). See Object Detection System Mes ...
See also:
Safety Belt Pretensioners
This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front outboard occupants. Although
the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen, they are part of the safety belt assembly.
They can help tighten the s ...
Using the parking aid
WARNING
Parking aids may not detect moving objects, such as children and animals, until
they are dangerously close. Always use extreme caution when manuevering, and always
use your mirrors ...
Automatic climate control
WARNING
► The air conditioner cooling function
operates only when the engine is running.
► Do not leave children or adults who
would normally require the support of
others alone ...