
[ Edit: 2014/ 11/ 7 Model: T32-A ]
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BSW indicator (in the Vehicle information display)
The BSW system operates above approximately 32
km/h (20 MPH).
The BSW light is shown in the vehicle information
display if the Blind Spot Warning system is active. To
switch the system on or off, see the description later in
this section.
When the camera unit detects vehicles in the detection
zone, the Blind Spot Indicator light located inside the
outside mirrors will illuminate. If the turn signal is then
activated, the system chimes (twice) and the Blind
Spot Indicator light flashes to alert the driver.
The Blind Spot Indicator light continues to flash until
the detected vehicle(s) leave the detection zone.
Detection zone
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The camera unit can detect vehicles on either side of
your vehicle when part of another vehicle is within the
detection zone shown as illustrated.
This detection zone typically starts from the outside
mirror of your vehicle and extends approximately 3 m
(10 ft) behind the rear bumper, and approximately 3 m
(10 ft) sideways.
The brightness of the Blind Spot Indicator lights is
adjusted automatically depending on the brightness of
the ambient light.
A ch ime soun ds if the cam era unit has 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 Indicator light flashes and no chime sounds. (See
“BSW driving situations” (P.5-33).)
Turning on or off the BSW system
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The BSW system is turned on or off using the settings
menu in the vehicle information display.
SYSTEM ON:
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The BSW indicator (white) in the vehicle information
display will appear.
SYSTEM OFF:
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The BSW indicator in the vehicle information display
will turn off.
Perform the following steps to enable or disable the
BSW system.
1. Use the
button until “Settings” displays in the
vehicle information display. Use the
to select
“Driver Assistance”. Then press the ENTER
button.
2. Select “Driving Aids”, and press the ENTER
button.
3. To set the BSW system to on or off, use the
buttons to navigate in the menu and use the
ENTER button to select “Blind Spot” and press
the ENTER button.
WARNING:
. The camera unit may not be able to detect
when certain objects are present such as:
— Pedestrians, bicycles, animals
— Some types of small vehicles such as
motorcycles and very short length vehi-
cles
— Oncoming vehicles
— A vehicle approaching rapidly from be-
hind. (See “BSW driving situations” (P.5-
33).)
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