5-4 . Using the driving support systems
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SEA ( Safe Exit Assist ) System components
The Safe Exit Assist is a system that uses radar sensors installed on the inner side of the rear bumper to help occupants judge if an approaching vehicle or bicycle may collide with a door to reduce the possibility of a collision .
WARNING
■ Cautions regarding the use of the system
●The driver is solely responsible for safe driving . Always drive safely , taking care to observe your surroundings .
●Safe Exit Assist is a supplementary system that , when the vehicle is stopped , informs occupants of the existence of approaching vehicles and bicycles . As this system alone cannot be used to judge safety , over-reliance on this system may lead to an accident resulting in death or serious injury . As the system may not function correctly under certain conditions , visual confirmation of safety with the passengers ’ own eyes and mirrors is necessary .
Multi-information display
Turning the Safe Exit Assist on / off When the system determines that the possibility of a collision with a door is high , the target door is displayed on the multi-information display . Also , if the door is opened when the outside rear view mirror indicator is illuminated , a buzzer will sound as a warning .
Outside rear view mirror indicators When a vehicle or bicycle which may collide with a door ( other than the back door ) when opened is detected , the outside rear view mirror indicator on the detected side will illuminate . If the door on the detected side is open , the outside rear view mirror indicator will blink .
■ Outside rear view mirror indicator visibility
In strong sunlight , the outside rear view mirror indicator may be difficult to see .
■ Buzzer If the volume setting of the audio system is high or the surrounding
area is loud , it may be difficult to hear the buzzer .
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Driving