Summary of the Blind Spot Monitor
The Blind Spot Monitor is a system that has 2 functions;
- The BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) function
Assists the driver in making a decision when changing lanes
- The RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) function
Assists the driver when backing up
These functions use same sensors.
- Multi-information display
Turning the BSM function/RCTA function on/off.
- Outside rear view mirror indicators
BSM function:
When a vehicle is detected in the blind spot, the outside rear
view mirror
indicator 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.
RCTA function:
When a vehicle approaching from the right or left rear of the
vehicle is
detected, the outside rear view mirror indicators flash.
- "BSM" indicator/"RCTA" indicator
When the BSM function/RCTA function is turned on, the indicator
illuminates.
- Audio system screen (RCTA function only)
If a vehicle approaching from the right or left at the rear of
the vehicle is
detected, the RCTA icon for the detected side will be displayed.
- RCTA buzzer (RCTA function only)
When a vehicle approaching from the right or left rear of the
vehicle is
detected, a buzzer sounds from behind the rear seat.
Turning the BSM function/RCTA function on/off
1. Press
 of the meter control switches,
select  .
2. Press 
of the meter control switched, select  or
 .
3. Press  of the
meter control switch.
Each time is pressed,
the function changes on/off.
■The outside rear view mirror indicators visibility
When under strong sunlight, the outside rear view mirror
indicator may be difficult
to see.
■RCTA buzzer hearing
RCTA function may be difficult to hear over loud noises such as
high audio
volume.
■When "Blind Spot Monitor Unavailable" or "Rear Cross Traffic
Alert
Unavailable" are shown on the multi-information display
Ice, snow, mud, etc., may be attached to the rear bumper around the
sensors.
The system should return to normal operation after removing the
ice, snow,
mud, etc., from the rear bumper. Additionally, the sensors may not
operate
normally when driving in extremely hot or cold environments.
■When there is a malfunction in the Blind Spot Monitor
If a system malfunction is detected due to any of the following
reasons, a
warning message will be displayed:
- There is a malfunction with the sensors
- The sensors have become dirty
- The outside temperature is extremely high or low
- The sensor voltage has become abnormal
| WARNING ■Handling the radar sensor
One Blind Spot Monitor sensor is installed inside the left and right
side of
the vehicle rear bumper respectively. Observe the following to ensure
the
Blind Spot Monitor can function correctly.
Keep the sensor and its surrounding
area on the bumper clean at all times. If
a sensor or its surrounding area on the
rear bumper is dirty or covered with
snow, the Blind Spot Monitor may not
operate and a warning message will be
displayed.
In this situation, clear off the dirt or
snow and drive the vehicle with the
operation conditions of the BSM function satisfied for approximately 60
minutes. If the warning message does not disappear, have the vehicle
inspected
by your Toyota dealer
- Do not subject a sensor or its surrounding area on the rear
bumper to a
strong impact.
If a sensor is moved even slightly off position, the system may
malfunction
and vehicles may not be detected correctly.
In the following situations, have your vehicle inspected by your
Toyota
dealer.
- A sensor or its surrounding area is subject to a strong
impact.
- If the surrounding area of a sensor is scratched or dented,
or part of
them has become disconnected.
- Do not disassemble the sensor.
- Do not attach accessories or stickers to the sensor or
surrounding area on
the bumper.
- Do not modify the sensor or surrounding area on the bumper.
- Do not paint the rear bumper any color other than an official
Toyota color.
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