Lexus ES350 Manual page 324

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4-5. Using the driving support systems
The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function
The Rear Cross Traffic Alert functions when your vehicle is in reverse. It
can detect other vehicles approaching from the right or left rear of the
vehicle. It uses radar sensors to alert the driver of the other vehicle' s exist-
ence through flashing the outside rear view mirror indicators and sound-
ing a buzzer.
Approaching vehicles
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CAUTION
Cautions regarding the use of the system
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The driver is solely responsible for safe driving. Always drive safely, taking care to
observe your surroundings.
The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function is only an assist and is not a replacement for
careful driving. Driver must be careful when backing up, even when using Rear
Cross Traffic Alert function. The driver' s own visual confirmation of behind you and
your vehicle is necessary and be sure there are no pedestrians, other vehicles etc.
before backing up. Failure to do so could cause death or serious injury.
According to conditions, the system may not function correctly. Therefore the
driver' s own visual confirmation of safety is necessary.
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Detection areas
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