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BSD / RCTA 359 tive , even if there is a vehicle traveling in a neighboring lane or approaching your vehicle from either side .
The driver is responsible for paying attention to the rear and side areas of the vehicle .
! Blind Spot Detection ( BSD )
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& System features
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BSD / RCTA consists of the following functions .
. To detect a vehicle in a blind spot on an adjacent lane or a vehicle approaching at high speeds ( Blind Spot Detection ).
. To detect a vehicle approaching from the right or left while reversing the vehicle ( Rear Cross Traffic Alert ).
The system uses radar sensors for the above functions .
NOTE
The BSD / RCTA radar sensor has been certified by the radio wave related laws of the U . S . and Canada . When driving in other countries , certification of the country where the vehicle is driven must be obtained . For certification in the U . S . and Canada , refer to “ Certification for the BSD / RCTA ” FP366 .
1 Operating range
The system warns the driver of dangers as follows .
. If the system detects a vehicle in the blind spot , the BSD / RCTA approach indicator light ( s ) on the outside mirror ( s ) will illuminate .
BSD / RCTA approach indicator light
. If the driver operates the turn signal lever in the direction which the BSD / RCTA approach indicator light is illuminating , the corresponding BSD / RCTA approach indicator light will flash .
Starting and operating
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