354 5-4. Using the driving support systems
RCTA( Rear cross traffic alert) function
System components
The RCTA function uses the BSM rear side radar sensors installed behind the rear bumper. This function is intended to assist the driver in checking areas that are not easily visible when backing up.
WARNING
n Cautions regarding the use of the system
The driver is solely responsible for safe driving. Always drive safely, taking care to observe your surroundings. The RCTA function is only a supplementary function which alerts the driver that a vehicle is approaching from the right or left at the rear of the vehicle. As the RCTA function may not function correctly under certain conditions, the driver’ s own visual confirmation of safety is necessary. Over reliance on this function may lead to an accident resulting death or serious injury.
n To ensure the system can operate properly
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A
Multimedia display
Turning the RCTA function on / off in multimedia display. If a vehicle approaching from the right or left at the rear of the vehicle is detected, the RCTA icon( �P. 355) for the detected side will be displayed on the multimedia display. This illustration * shows an example of a vehicle approaching from both sides of the vehicle. *: Depending on the vehicle grade
and equipped options, the actual screen may be different from this illustration.
B Outside rear view mirror indicators
If a vehicle is detected as approaching from the left or right behind the vehicle, both outside rear view mirror indicators( �P. 136) will blink and a buzzer will sound.
C Driving assist information indicator
Illuminates when the RCTA is