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4-5. Using the driving support systems
A simplified image is displayed on the
upper corner of the screen when an
obstacle is detected.
Turning Toyota parking
assist-sensor on/off
The Toyota parking assist-sensor
function can be enabled/disabled
on the screen of the multi-infor-
mation display. (P.114)
When the Toyota parking assist-sensor
function is disabled, the Toyota parking
assist-sensor OFF indicator (P.97)
illuminates on the multi-information dis-
play.
To re-enable the system, select
the multi-information display, select
and turn it on.
If the system is disabled, it will remain
off even if the engine switch is turned to
ON after the engine switch has been
turned off.
WARNING
■ Toyota parking assist-sensor
precautions
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may result in the vehi-
cle being unable to be driven safely
and possibly cause an accident.
● Do not use the sensor at speeds in
excess of 10 km/h (6 mph).
●
The sensors' detection areas and
reaction times are limited. When
moving forward or reversing, check
the areas surrounding the vehicle
(especially the sides of the vehicle)
for safety, and drive slowly, using
the brake to control the vehicle's
speed.
●
Do not install accessories near the
bumpers as those areas are within
the sensors' detection areas.
● The area directly under the bum-
pers is not detected.
Thin posts or objects lower than the
sensor may not be detected when
approached, even if they have been
detected once.
■ When to disable the function
In the following situations, disable the
function as it may operate even
though there is no possibility of a colli-
sion.
●
The vehicle is equipped with a com-
mercial fender pole, wireless
antenna or fog lights.
● The front or rear bumper or a sen-
sor receives a strong impact.
on
● A non-genuine Toyota suspension
(lowered suspension, etc.) is
installed.
● Towing eyelets are installed.
●
A backlit license plate is installed.
■ When using the Toyota parking
assist-sensor
In the following situations, the system
may not function correctly due to a
sensor malfunction, etc. Have the
vehicle checked by your Toyota
dealer.
● The Toyota parking assist-sensor
operation display flashes or shows
continuously, and a beep sounds
when no objects are detected.
● If the area around a sensor collides
with something, or is subjected to
strong impact.
●
If the bumper or grille collides with
something.