User's Guide Part 2
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When Driving
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System
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The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system is designed to assist the driver by monitoring
blind spots on both sides of the vehicle to the rear in certain situations such as when
changing lanes on roads and freeways or reversing the vehicle from a parking garage.
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System consists of the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
and Rear Cross Traffi c Alert (RCTA).
WARNING
Do not rely completely on the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system and be sure to look
over your shoulder before changing lanes or reversing the vehicle from a parking
garage:
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system can assist the driver in con rming the safety of
the surroundings but is not a complete substitute. The driver is responsible for assuring
lane changes and other maneuvers. Always pay attention to the direction in which the
vehicle is traveling and the vehicle's surroundings.
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