WARNING
●
The BSW and BSI systems are not a
replacement for proper driving proce-
dure and are not designed to prevent
contact with vehicles or objects. When
changing lanes, always use the side and
rear mirrors and turn and look in the
direction you will move to ensure it is
safe to change lanes. Never rely solely
on the BSW or BSI system.
●
The BCI system is not a replacement for
proper driving procedure and is not de-
signed to prevent contact with vehicles
or objects. When backing out of parking
space, always use the side and rear
mirrors and turn and look in the direc-
tion you will move. Never rely solely on
the BCI system.
●
There is a limitation to the detection
capability of the radar or the sonar. Us-
ing the BSI and BCI systems under
some road, ground, lane marker, traffic
or weather conditions could lead to im-
proper system operation. Always rely
on
your
own
operation
to
avoid
accidents.
BSW SYSTEM OPERATION
If the radar sensors detect vehicles in the detec-
tion zone, the Blind spot warning indicator light
located inside the outside mirrors illuminates. If
the turn signal is then activated, the system
chimes a sound (twice) and the Blind spot warn-
ing indicator light flashes. The Blind spot warning
indicator light continues to flash until the de-
tected vehicles leave the detection zone.
The Blind spot warning indicator lights illuminate
for a few seconds when the ignition switch is
placed in the ON position.
The brightness of the Blind spot warning indica-
tor lights is adjusted automatically depending on
the brightness of the ambient light.
A chime sounds if the radar sensors have already
detected vehicles when the driver activates the
turn signal. If a vehicle comes into the detection
zone after the driver activates the turn signal, then
only the Blind spot system indicator light flashes
and no chime sounds. See “BSW/BSI driving
situations” in this section.
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