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 retrofit a blind spot monitor to a car?
Yes! There is now an aftermarket blind spot monitoring system which can be retro-fitted to most vehicles. Triggered by your turn signals (indicators), advanced microwave radar technology identifies moving objects (such as cars), in your side blind spots.
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:
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.
Yes! There is now an aftermarket blind spot monitoring system which can be retro-fitted to most vehicles. Triggered by your turn signals (indicators), advanced microwave radar technology identifies moving objects (such as cars), in your side blind spots.
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.
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: