Honda 2011 Odyssey Manual page 587

Blind Spot Information System (BSI)
BSI may be adversely affected under
the following circumstances:
When objects such as guard rails,
poles, trees, etc., are detected.
When an object that doesn't
reflect radio waves well, such as a
motorcycle, is in the alert zone.
A vehicle is behind or approaching
your vehicle while on a curved
road.
When towing a trailer.
A vehicle is moving from a far lane
to the adjacent lane.
The system picks up external
electrical interference.
The rear bumper has been
deformed, or improperly repaired.
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EXAMPLES
: BSI Alert indicator is on
: BSI Alert indicator is off
The orientation of the sensors has
been changed.
Bad weather conditions, such as
heavy rain, snow and fog.
2011 Odyssey
GUARD RAIL
POLE OR TREE
MOTORCYCLE
The system is for your convenience.
Even if an object is within the alert
zone, the system may not detect it,
depending on its shape.
Always look in your mirrors, to
either side of your vehicle, and
behind you for other vehicles before
changing lanes.