Azimuth System Check

2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4WD V8-4.6LSECTION Azimuth System Check



Azimuth System Check

Minimum Detectable Object Locations - Explorer





Minimum Detectable Object Locations - Mountaineer, Explorer Sport Trac

NOTE: Mountaineer shown, Explorer Sport Trac similar.





NOTE: The object used in this system check can be fabricated from 9 cm O.D. (3 in I.D) plastic pipe 100 cm (39 in) in length (available as Polyvinyl Chloride (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. The specified object locations are approximate, not absolute

NOTE: The parking aid system defaults to on when the ignition key is cycled from OFF to ON.

NOTE: For Explorer Sport Trac and Mountaineer only, the scan tool may be used to monitor distance PIDs. The distance PIDs read between 0 and 255 cm (0 and 8 ft) on a correctly functioning system.

1. Turn the ignition to the ON position, engine off.

2. Set the parking brake on.

3. Place the gear shift in REVERSE (R).

4. Verify that the parking aid system detects the specified object when placed within the 5 specified locations (P1, P2, P3, P4, P5). The pipe should be inside of these locations.
- The speaker should beep slowly when objects are detected on the outer edges of the detection zone, and increase as the object is moved closer to the vehicle.

- When the object is within 46 cm (18 in) of the rear bumper, the sounder should be on continuously.

- If the Parking Aid Module (PAM) does not detect the object above, refer to Parking Aid. Testing and Inspection
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.