Lexus RC350 Owner's Manual page 292

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4-5. Using the driving support systems
Outside rear view mirror indicator visibility
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In strong sunlight, the outside rear view mirror indicator may be difficult to see.
Hearing the RCTA buzzer
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The RCTA buzzer may be difficult to hear over loud noises, such as if the audio system
volume is high.
When there is a malfunction in the Blind Spot Monitor
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If a system malfunction is detected due to any of the following, a warning message will be
displayed: (P. 460)
A sensor is malfunctioning
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A sensor is dirty or covered with snow or a sticker
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The outside temperature is extremely high or low
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Sensor voltage is abnormal
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A sensor is misaligned
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WARNING
Handling the radar sensor
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Blind Spot Monitor sensors are installed behind the left and right sides of the rear
bumper respectively. Observe the following to ensure the Blind Spot Monitor can
function correctly.
Keep the sensors and the surrounding areas
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on the rear bumper clean at all times.
If a sensor or its surrounding area on the rear
bumper is dirty or covered with snow, the
Blind Spot Monitor may not operate and a
warning message (P. 471) will be displayed.
In this situation, clear off the dirt or snow and
drive the vehicle with the operation condi-
tions of the BSM function (P. 295) satisfied
for approximately 10 minutes. If the warning
message does not disappear, have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Do not subject a sensor or its surrounding area on the rear bumper to a strong
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impact.
If a sensor is moved even slightly off position, the system may malfunction and vehi-
cles may not be detected correctly.
In the following situations, have your vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
• A sensor or its surrounding area is subject to a strong impact.
• If the surrounding area of a sensor is scratched or dented, or part of them has
become disconnected.
Do not disassemble the sensor.
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Do not attach stickers to the sensor or surrounding area on the rear bumper.
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Do not modify the sensor or surrounding area on the rear bumper.
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Do not paint the rear bumper any color other than an official Lexus color.
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