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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
69TB-01E
Ultrasonic sensors
The ultrasonic sensor transmits ultrasonic,
it hits an obstacle and the sensor receive
the reflected ultrasonic again. The sensor
will detect the position of the obstacle
based on the time which takes for transmit-
ting and receiving ultrasonic.
69T050720
(1) Ultrasonic sensors
• The position of each ultrasonic sensor in
the above figure is a typical example; the
actual equipment depends on the vehi-
cle type.
WARNING
To prevent malfunction of the
ultrasonic sensor
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may lead to the ultra-
sonic sensor not operating properly,
possibly leading to an accident
resulting in death or serious injury.
• Keep the ultrasonic sensors clean
at all times.
• Clean the ultrasonic sensors if it is
dirty or covered with water drop-
lets, snow, plastic bag, etc. Clean
the ultrasonic sensors with a soft
cloth so as to not mark or damage
them.
• Do not attach accessories, stickers
(including transparent stickers),
etc. to the ultrasonic sensors and
their surrounding area.
• Do not subject the ultrasonic sen-
sors or their surrounding area to
impact.
If the ultrasonic sensors or rear
bumper has been subjected to a
impact, have the vehicle inspected
by an authorized SUZUKI dealer or
a qualified workshop.
• Do not change the position or ori-
entation of the ultrasonic sensor or
remove it.
• Do not disassemble the ultrasonic
sensors.
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WARNING
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• Do not modify or paint the ultra-
sonic sensors or ultrasonic sensor
covers, or replace them with any-
thing other than SUZUKI genuine
parts.
• When using a high-pressure
cleaner, do not point the nozzle to
the ultrasonic sensors.
• When using steam to clean the
vehicle, do not direct steam too
close to the ultrasonic sensors.
• In the following situations, an angle
measurement/ initialization of the
ultrasonic sensor will be neces-
sary. Contact an authorized
SUZUKI dealer or a qualified work-
shop for details.
– When an ultrasonic sensor is
removed and installed, or
replaced
– When the rear bumper has been
replaced