326 5-4. Using the driving support systems
WARNING
●While the Traffic Jam Assist function is operating, as driver operation may become necessary, the driver must ensure
they have clear visibility of their surroundings.
●In certain situations, a message urging the driver to hold the
steering wheel may be displayed by the Traffic Jam Assist
function. In this case, hold the steering wheel and drive the vehicle manually to ensure
safety.
●The Traffic Jam Assist function cannot detect the following objects. Operate the steering wheel, accelerator pedal, or brake pedal as necessary to avoid a collision. As the function will not be able to provide appropriate control, using it may lead to an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
• Objects on the road surface
• Vehicles outside of a lane( such as on the shoulder of the road)
• Potholes, cracks, ruts, or other road damage
• Road construction zones
• Vehicles running in parallel with your vehicle or nearby walls
• Animals
■ Situations in which Traffic Jam Assist Function should not be used
Do not use Traffic Jam Assist Function in situations such as the following. As the system will not be able to provide appropriate
control, using it may lead to an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
■ When it is necessary to disable the system
�P. 259
■ Situations in which the sensors may not operate properly
�P. 264
■ Situations in which the lane may not be detected
�P. 266
■ Situations in which the function may not operate properly
In situations such as the following, the Traffic Jam Assist function may not operate properly. Manually operate the vehicle as necessary.
●When a sensor is splashed by water
●When the ambient temperature is high or low
●When a vehicle cuts in front of your vehicle
●When another lane merges into the lane in the same traveling
direction as your vehicle