Toyota 2008 Camry, Owner'S Manual

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4-5. Using the driving support systems
CAMRY_HV_U (OM33A87U)
The Blind Spot Monitor function uses radar sensors to detect vehicles
that are traveling in an adjacent lane in the area that is not reflected in
the outside rear view mirror (the blind spot), and advises the driver of
the vehicles existence via the outside rear view mirror indicator.
The areas that vehicles can be detected in are outlined below.
The range of the detection area
extends to:
Approximately 11.5 ft. (3.5 m)
from the side of the vehicle
The first 1.6 ft. (0.5 m) from the
side of the vehicle is not in the
detection area
Approximately 9.8 ft. (3 m) from
the rear bumper
Approximately 3.3 ft. (1 m) for-
ward of the rear bumper
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The Blind Spot Monitor function is operational when
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The BSM main switch is set to on
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Vehicle speed is greater than approximately 10 mph (16 km/h).
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The Blind Spot Monitor function will detect a vehicle when
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A vehicle in an adjacent lane overtakes your vehicle.
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Another vehicle enters the detection area when it changes lanes.
The Blind Spot Monitor function
The Blind Spot Monitor function detection areas
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WARNING
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Cautions regarding the use of the system
The driver is solely responsible for safe driving. Always drive safely, taking
care to observe your surroundings.
The Blind Spot Monitor function is a supplementary function which alerts the
driver that a vehicle is present in the blind spot. Do not overly rely on the
Blind Spot Monitor function. The function cannot judge if it is safe to change
lanes, therefore over reliance could cause an accident resulting in death or
serious injury.
According to conditions, the system may not function correctly. Therefore
the driver’s own visual confirmation of safety is necessary.