What is blind side assist?
Blind Spot Assist is a standard feature that supports drivers on multi-lane roads. In addition to a head-check, the system provides additional assurance with visual and audible warning signals that helps identify an unseen vehicles in the blind spot.
Is the Blind Spot Assist system inoperative?
Just bought a 2012 GL450.. Everything working just fine until 2 days ago got ” Blind Spot Assist system Inoperative” . The yellow light on the side mirrors do come on go off but no sound and red lights.
How to fix Blind Spot Assist in 2012 GL450?
Use a dryer to blow warm air on the sensors. Done it before on other electronic goods. Hope that helps. Just bought a 2012 GL450.. Everything working just fine until 2 days ago got ” Blind Spot Assist system Inoperative” .
Why does Blind Spot Assist stop working while driving?
It seems this blind spot issue is quite common and a recall would be the coreect answer to the problem. In my case it seems to interfere also with the indicator. It stops working while driving. Once I stop and switch the engine off/on it works again. Mercedes service suggests to change radar unit .
Where is the Blind Spot Assist on a Mercedes Benz?
The selection is in the “Settings” menu in the W221. I would check that before proceeding further. Thanks, with this vehicle you are suppose to turn it off and on with either the + or – indication, but to no avail will it turn on and off.
How does Mercedes Blind Spot Assist system work?
First, we need to understand how the system works. Radar sensors installed on the rear bumper are used to detect vehicles in the blind spot areas. The radar sensors are behind the bumper. They are not the same as the parking assist (ultrasonic) round sensor you see.
Can you use blind spot assist with a trailer?
The system should be back to normal operation once you remove the trailer. While you have a trailer attached do not rely on the blind spot assist system but always check the blind spots before you change lanes. Replacement Mercedes-Benz blind spot radar sensors can be purchased from Mercedes-Benz dealer or online retailers.
How often should Blind Spot Assist be turned off?
Blind spot system is not supposed to turn off every time it rains but unfrequent malfunction is common. If the blind spot assist remains disabled, check fuses. If the fuse has not blown, check the follwoing:
What causes Blind Spot Assist to stop working?
Water may be entering the radar sensors triggering the message on the dashboard. In some cases when the blind spot assist stops working the wiper blades may stop functioning as well. If you are experiencing these two problems check the fuse for the wiper blades. Most likely the fuse has blown.