Howard_silver Posted March 13 Share Posted March 13 Hello everyone, I own a ZRV Advance for which I had the dealer add a factory retractable towbar at a cost of £1500. My inquiry for those with a factory-installed towbar is if connecting the electrics immediately disables the rear parking sensors and reverse collision avoidance systems. My vehicle did not function as expected; when attempting to reverse, the sensors activated audibly, and the car abruptly engaged the brakes upon detecting the trailer. Surely, you do not need to deactivate them manually? In all previous vehicles equipped with a factory towbar, the sensors immediately deactivate when connecting the electrical system. I have not seen any dashboard indicators indicating that the caravan lights are functioning. If, as I assume, the dealer has not programmed the vehicle properly, it would be beneficial to ascertain the expected functionality when the towing electrics are attached. Any assistance would be much appreciated. Thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Screwdriver_1 Posted March 13 Share Posted March 13 The rear sensors and audible alerts do not deactivate when I attach my OEM detachable tow bar to my HR-V. Upon enquiring with the installing dealer, they asserted that this was the intended operation. Had I been aware that this would occur, I would not have proceeded with the installation. If you are dissatisfied, I recommend obtaining clarification of its intended operation from both the dealer and Honda UK. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howard_silver Posted March 13 Author Share Posted March 13 I called Honda UK, however they were unhelpful and only advised me to see my dealer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmy47785 Posted March 13 Share Posted March 13 We installed a Honda tow bar on our HR-V, which had a 13-pin connector but only used 7-pin wire. Our vehicle emits a beeping sound in reverse while connected, which I disable when reversing the caravan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howard_silver Posted March 13 Author Share Posted March 13 Thank you. It seems that Honda is lagging behind other manufacturers in this regard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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