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Rear center sensor
■When  multiple  obstacles  are  detected  in  front  and  behind  the
vehicle at the same time
The buzzer will change in the following manner.
● If an obstacle has been detected within 1.5 ft. (45 cm) of the  front
or 2.8 ft. (85 cm) in rear of t he  vehicle  (a  continuous  buzzer  is
sounding), and a new obstacle is  detected at the other end of the
vehicle, the buzzer w ill sound 7 times then  1 continuous buzzer.
● If an obstacle has been detected within 1.5 ft. (45 cm) of the  front
or 2.8 ft. (85 cm) in rear of t he  vehicle  (a  continuous  buzzer  is
sounding), and a new obstacle is detected in the same way at th e
other  end  of  the  vehicle,  the  buzzer  will  sound  3  times  then  1
continuous buzzer.
■Detection range of the sensors
Approximately 5.9 ft. (180 cm)
Approximately 2.0 ft. (60 cm)
Approximately 2.8 ft. (85 cm)
The  diagram  shows  the  detection
range of the sensors. Note that the
sensors  may  not  be  able  to  detect
obstacles  that  are  extremely  close
to the vehicle.
The  range  of  the  sensors  may
change depending on the shape of
the object, etc.
Approximate distance to obstacleDisplay and buzzer
5.9 ft. (180 cm) to 3.3 ft. (100 cm)Intermittent
3.3 ft. (100 cm) to 2.5 ft. (75 cm)Fast intermittent
2.5 ft. (75 cm) to 1.6 ft. (50 cm)Very fast intermittent
Less than 1.6 ft. (50 cm)Continuously
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■The intuitive parking assist can be operated when
●Front corner sensors:
• The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
• The shift lever is in R.
• The shift lever is not in P or R and vehicle speed is less than about 6 mph
(10 km/h).
● Rear corner and rear center sensors:
• The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
• The shift lever is in R.
■ If the display flashes and a message is displayed
P. 557, 558
■ Certification (Canada only)
This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES-001.
WARNING
■When using the intuitive parking assist
Observe the following precautions.
Failure  to  do  so  may  result  in  the  vehicle  being  unable  to  be  driven  safely
and possibly cause an accident.
● Do not use the sensor at speeds in excess of 6 mph (10 km/h).
● The sensors’ detection areas and reaction times are limited. When moving
forward  or  reversing,  check  the  areas  surrounding  the  vehicle  ( especially
the  sides  of  the  vehicle)  for  safety,  and  drive  slowly,  using  t he  brake  to
control the vehicle’s speed.
● Do not install accessories within the sensors’ detection areas. 
         
        
        
     
        
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WARNING
■Sensor detection information
Pay particular attention to the following instances in where th is may occur.
Failing to do so way result in the vehicle being unable to be d riven or parked
safety and possibly cause an accident.
● The sensor’s detection areas are limited to the areas around the vehicle’s
front corner and rear bumpers.
● Certain vehicle conditions and the surrounding environment may affect the
ability  of  the  sensor  to  correctly  detect  obstacles.  Particular  instances
where this may occur are listed below.
• There is dirt, snow or ice on the sensor. (Wiping the sensors  will resolve
this problem.)
• The sensor is frozen. (Thawing the area will resolve this prob lem.)
• The sensor is covered in any way.
• The vehicle is leaning considerably to one side.
• On an extremely bumpy road, on an incline, on gravel, or on grass.
• The  vicinity  of  the  vehicle  is  noisy  due  to  vehicle  horns,  mot orcycle
engines,  air  brakes  of  large  vehicles,  or  other  loud  noises  pro ducing
ultrasonic waves.
• There  is  another  vehicle  equipped  with  parking  assist  sensors  in  the
vicinity.
• The sensor is coated with a sheet of spray or heavy rain.
• The vehicle is equipped with a fender pole or radio antenna.
• The bumper or sensor receives a strong impact.
• The vehicle is approaching a tall or curved curb.
• In harsh sunlight or intense cold weather.
• The area directly under the bumpers is not detected.
• If obstacles draw too close to the sensor.
• A  non-genuine  Toyota  suspension  (lowered  suspension,  etc.)  is installed.
• A backlit license plate, license plate holder, etc., are insta lled.
• People may not be detected if they are wearing certain types a nd color-
ing of clothing.
• People, animals, and moving objects may not be able to be detected.
In addition to the examples above, there are instances in which , because of
their  shape,  signs  and  other  objects  may  be  judged  by  the  senso r  to  be
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WARNING
●The  shape  of  the  obstacle  may  prevent  the  sensor  from  detecting   it.  Pay
particular attention to the following obstacles:
• Wires, fences, ropes, etc.
• Cotton, snow and other materials that absorb sound waves
• Sharply-angled objects
• Low obstacles
• Tall obstacles with upper sections projecting outwards in the  direction of
your vehicle
● The following situations may occur during use.
• Depending on the shape of the obstacle and other factors, the  detection
distance may shorten, or detection may be impossible.
• Obstacles may not be detected if they are too close to the sen sor.
• There  will  be  a  short  delay  between  obstacle  detection  and  dis play.
Even  at  slow  speeds,  there  is  a  possibility  that  the  obstacle  w ill  come
within the sensor’s detection areas before the display is shown and the
warning beep sounds.
• Thin posts or objects lower than the sensor may not be detecte d for col-
lision when approached, even if they have been detected once.
• It might be difficult to hear beeps due to the volume of audio  system or
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NOTICE
■When using intuitive parking assist-sensor
In  the  following  situations,  the  system  may  not  function  correctly  due  to  a
sensor malfunction, etc. Have the vehicle checked by your Toyot a dealer.
● A beep does not sound when you turn the main switch on.
● The  intuitive  parking  assist  operation  display  flashes,  and  a  beep  sounds
when no obstacles are detected.
● If  the  area  around  a  sensor  collides  with  something,  or  is  subjected  to
strong impact.
● If the bumper collides with something.
● If the display shows continuously without a beep.
● If a display error occurs, first check the sensor.
If the error occurs even if there is no ice, snow or mud on the  sensor, it is
likely that the sensor is malfunctioning.
■ Notes when washing the vehicle
Do not apply intensive bursts of water or steam to the sensor a rea. 
Doing so may result in the sensor malfunctioning. 
         
        
        
     
        
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BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
The Blind Spot Monitor is a system that has 2 functions;
● The Blind Spot Monitor function
Assists the driver in making t he decision when changing lanes
● The Rear Cross Traffic Alert function
Assists the driver when backing up
These functions use same sensors.
Multi-information display
Turning the BSM function/RCTA function on/off. ( P. 286)
Outside rear view mirror indicators
Blind Spot Monitor function: 
When  a vehicle is detected in a  blind spot of the  outside rear view mir-
rors  or  approaching  rapidly  from  behind  into  a  blind  spot,  the  outside
rear view mirror indicator on  the detected side will illuminate. If the turn
signal lever is operated toward the detected side, the outside  rear view
mirror indicator will flash.
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function: 
When a vehicle approaching from the right or left at the rear of the vehi-
cle is detected, both outside rear view mirror indicators will  flash.
: If equipped
Summary of the Blind Spot Monitor
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Press “” or “” of meter control sw itches and select  .
Press  “ ”  or  “ ”  of  meter  control  switches  and  select  “Vehicle
Settings”, and then press  . 
Press “ ” or “ ” of meter control switches and select “RCTA Vol-
ume”, and then press   to sel ect the desired setting. 
The buzzer volume cha nges with each   press.
■The outside rear view mirror indicators visibility
When under strong sunlight, the outside rear view mirror indica tor may be dif-
ficult to see.
■ Rear Cross Traffic Alert buzzer hearing
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function may be difficult to hear over noises such as
high audio volume.
■ When there is a malfunction in  the Blind Spot Monitor system
If a system malfunction is detected due to any of the following  reasons, warn-
ing messages will be displayed: ( P. 557, 558)
● There is a malfunction with the sensors
● The sensors have become dirty
● The outside temperature is extremely high or low
● The sensor voltage has become abnormal
■ Certification for the Blind Spot Monitor system
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
FCC ID: OAYSRR3A
This  device  complies  with  part  15  of  the  FCC  Rules.  Operation  is  subject  to
the following three conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and 
(2)  this  device  must  accept  any  interference  received,  includin g  interference
that may cause undesired operation.
FCC Warning
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party re sponsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equip ment.
Changing the Rear Cross Traffic Alert warning buzzer volume
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For vehicles sold in Canada
Applicable law: Canada 310
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation  is  subject  to  the  following  two  conditions:  (1)  this  device  may  not
cause  interference,  and  (2)  this device must accept any  interfe rence, includ-
ing interference that may cause undesired operation of the devi ce.
Frequency bands: 24.05 – 24.25 GHz
Output power: less than 20 milliwatts
WARNING
■ Handling the radar sensor
One Blind Spot Monitor sensor installed inside the left and rig ht side of the
vehicle rear bumper respectively. Observe the following to ensu re the Blind
Spot Monitor system can function correctly.
● Do  not  subject  the  sensor  or  surrounding  area  on  the  bumper  to  a  strong
impact. If the sensor moves even slightly off position, the sys tem may mal-
function and vehicles that enter the detection area may not be detected. If
the sensor or surrounding area is subject to a strong impact, a lways have
the area inspected by your Toyota dealer.
● Do not disassemble the sensor.
● Do not attach accessories or stickers to the sensor or surround ing area on
the bumper.
● Do not modify the sensor or surrounding area on the bumper.
● Do not paint the rear bumper any color other than an official Toyota color.
●Keep  the  sensor  and  its  surrounding
area on the bumper clean at all times.