Lexus LS500 Quick Manual page 255

not possible to determine the position
of three-dimensional objects (such as
vehicles) using the estimated course
lines and distance guide lines. When
approaching a three-dimensional
object that extends outward (such as
the flatbed of a truck), be careful of the
following.
Estimated course lines
■
Visually check the surroundings and
the area behind the vehicle. In the case
shown below, the truck appears to be
outside of the estimated course lines
and the vehicle does not look as if it hits
the truck. However, the rear body of
the truck may actually cross over the
estimated course lines. In reality if you
back up as guided by the estimated
course lines, the vehicle may hit the
truck.
Estimated course lines
A
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7-1. Lexus parking assist monitor
Distance guide lines
■
Visually check the surroundings and
the area behind the vehicle. On the
screen, it appears that a truck is park-
ing at point . However, in reality if
B
you back up to point
A
truck. On the screen, it appears that
is closest and is farthest away.
A C
However, in reality, the distance to
and is the same, and
C
than and .
A C
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, you will hit the
A
is farther
B
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