Magnum SRT-8 V8-6.1L VIN 3 (2006)
Parking Assist Control Module: Description and Operation
The Park Assist Module has a molded plastic housing which housing internal circuitry and two electrical connectors. There are four mounting tabs that
affix the module to the right inner quarter trim panel with four screws.
The Park Assist Module (2) is located on the right side of the vehicle, in the trunk compartment, behind the trunk carpet.
The module (2) has a number of functions:
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Supply voltage to the sensors and display.
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Disconnection of the display with bus idle and over voltage Vmax.
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Triggering the sensors.
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Analyze echo delay times and calculate obstacle distances.
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Bi-directional data communication to the display for diagnosis.
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System diagnostics - diagnosis and error handling (sensors, display, module).
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Data exchange over the Controller Area Network (CAN) data bus.
The system detection length from the rear of the vehicle is 0.3 meters to 1.5 meters. This area extends around the rear side of the vehicle. The system
detection height from the ground is 0.2 meters to about 1.5 meters. The radio mutes when the system activates its audible tone.
When the driver selects Reverse, the system scans for objects behind the vehicle using four sensors located in the rear bumper. Objects can be detected
from up to 1.5 meters. A warning display above the rear window provides both visible and audible warnings indicating the range of the object.
The system in active only when the vehicle is in reverse for vehicle speeds less than 16 Km/h (10 mph). If the vehicles Parking/Emergency Brake is
applied, the system is deactivated.
