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Parking Sensor Sensitivity in Rainy/Snowy Weather

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Old 02-08-16, 08:43 AM
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Default Parking Sensor Sensitivity in Rainy/Snowy Weather

Has anyone else noticed this - sensors are much more sensitive when it rains or snows?

So in dry weather I would not get any beeps until the distance between a car in front of me lets say a few feet. In rainy/snowy weather, I am getting beeps when the distance is like 10 ft.


Wondering if that increased sensitivity is normal and by design, or take her to the dealer while still under wtty.
Old 02-08-16, 09:09 AM
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I could understand snow, as the sensors might get covered, but I would have no explanation for rain unless droplets are enough to throw them off.
Old 02-09-16, 09:12 AM
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I think what you are noticing is the sensors are sufficiently coated with rain/snow and as you slow down to the speed where they activate, that is what is triggering the sensors. Best to be cautious as they aren't telling you where the obstruction in front or behind is.
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