Lexus LS460 Owner's Manual page 348

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When using the Lexus parking assist monitor system
The parking assist monitor is a supplemental device intended to assist the
driver when backing up. When backing up, be sure to visually check all
around the vehicle both directly and using the mirrors before proceeding. If
you do not, you may hit another vehicle, and could possibly cause an acci-
dent.
Observe the following precautions to avoid an accident that could result in
death or serious injuries.
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Never depend on the parking assist monitor entirely when backing up.
The image and the position of the guide lines displayed on the screen may
differ from the actual state.
Use caution, just as you would when backing up any vehicle.
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Be sure to back up slowly, depressing the brake pedal to control vehicle
speed.
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If you seem likely to hit nearby vehicles, obstacles, people or mount the
shoulder, depress the brake pedal to stop the vehicle, then disable the
assist system by select
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The instructions given are only guidelines.
When and how much to turn the steering wheel will vary according to
traffic conditions, road surface conditions, vehicle condition, etc. when
parking. It is necessary to be fully aware of this before using the parking
assist system.
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When parking, be sure to check that the parking space will accommodate
your vehicle before maneuvering into it.
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Do not use the Lexus parking assist monitor system in the following
cases:
• On icy or slick road surfaces, or in snow
• When using tire chains or emergency tires
• When the trunk lid is not closed completely
• On roads that are not flat or straight, such as curves or slopes.
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In low temperatures, the screen may darken or the image may become
faint. The image could distort when the vehicle is moving, or you may
become unable to see the image on the screen. Be sure to check direct
visually and with the mirrors all around the vehicle before proceeding.
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If the tire sizes are changed, the position of the guide lines displayed on
the screen may change.
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The camera uses a special lens. The distances between objects and pedes-
trians that appear in the image displayed on the screen will differ from the
actual distances. (P. 327)
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4-5. Using the driving support systems
on the screen to cancel the system.
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