Lexus 2013 IS250, Owner'S Manual

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4-5. Using the driving support systems
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The Blind Spot Monitor is a system that has 2 functions;
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The Blind Spot Monitor function
Assists the driver in making the decision when changing lanes
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The Rear Crossing Traffic Alert function (if equipped)
Assists the driver when backing up
These functions use same sensors.
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
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: If equipped
Summary of the Blind Spot Monitor
BSM main switch
Pressing the switch turns the system on or off. When the switch is set to on,
the switch’s indicator illuminates and the buzzer sounds. Common switch for
Blind Spot Monitor function and Rear Crossing Traffic Alert function.
Outside rear view mirror indicators
Blind Spot Monitor function:
When a vehicle is detected in the blind spot, the outside rear view mirror indi-
cator comes on while the turn signal lever is not operated and the outside rear
view mirror indicator flashes while the turn signal lever is operated.
Rear Crossing Traffic Alert function:
When a vehicle approaching from the right or left rear of the vehicle is
detected, the outside rear view mirror indicators flash.
Rear Crossing Traffic Alert buzzer (Rear Crossing Traffic Alert func-
tion only)
When a vehicle approaching from the right or left rear of the vehicle is
detected, a buzzer sounds from behind the rear seat.
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