Minimum Detectable Object Locations

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Lincoln Navigator and 2003 Ford Expedition. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Azimuth System Checking Procedure

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: The detectable object used in this system check can be fabricated using a 7.62 cm (3 inches) diameter plastic pipe, 99.06 cm (39 inches) in length (available as PVC pipe, or similar from a hardware or plumbing supply).

NOTE: The following system check should be carried out with the vehicle on a level surface.

NOTE: The parking aid module (PAM) system will default to on when the ignition key is cycled from the OFF position to the ON position.

Turn the ignition to the ON position, engine off.
Set the parking brake on.
Place the gearshift in REVERSE (R).
Verify that the PAM detects the detectable object when it is placed within the five specified locations (P1, P2, P3, P4 and P5). These zones are shown ideally and are not absolute. Pipe should be inside of locations.