Bsm Function; Bsm Function Detection Areas - Toyota Camry 2018 Owner's Manual

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4-5. Using the driving support systems

BSM function

The BSM function uses radar sensors to detect vehicles that are
traveling in an adjacent lane in the area that is usually 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.

BSM function detection areas

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)
1
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
2
the rear bumper
Approximately 3.3 ft. (1 m) for-
3
ward of the rear bumper
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 BSM function is a supplementary function which alerts the driver that a
vehicle is present in the blind spot. Do not overly rely on the BSM function.
The function cannot judge if it is safe to change lanes, therefore over reli-
ance 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.
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The BSM function is operational when
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The BSM function is turned on
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Vehicle speed is greater than approximately 10 mph (16 km/h).
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The BSM 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.