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4-5. Using the driving support systems
*
:If equipped
The Blind Spot Monitor is a system that
has 2 functions:
The BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) func-
tion
Assists the driver in making a deci-
sion when changing lanes
The RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic
Alert
*1
/Rear Crossing Traffic
Alert
*2
) function
Assists the driver when backing up
*1
: Except for Russia and Kazakhstan
*2
: For Russia and Kazakhstan
These functions use same sensors.
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Situations unsuitable for cruise con-
trol
Do not use cruise control in any of the
following situations.
Doing so may result in loss of control and
could cause an accident resulting in
death or serious injury.
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In heavy traffic
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On roads with sharp bends
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On winding roads
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On slippery roads, such as those cov-
ered with rain, ice or snow
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On steep hills
Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed
when driving down a steep hill.
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During emergency towing
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
*
The Blind Spot Monitor is a system
that uses rear side radar sensors
installed on the inner side of the
rear bumper on the left and right
side to assist the driver in confirm-
ing safety when changing lanes.
Summary of the Blind Spot Mon-
itor