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The BSM function uses radar sensors to detect the following vehicles
traveling in an adjacent lane in the area that is usually not r eflected in
the outside rear view mirror (the blind spot), and advises the driver of
the presence of such vehicles via the indicators on the outside rear
view mirrors.
Vehicles that are traveling in areas that are not visible using the out-
side rear view mirrors (the blind spots)
Vehicles that are approaching rapidly from behind in areas that are
not visible using the outside re ar view mirrors (the blind spots)
The areas that vehicles can be detected in are outlined below.
The range of the detecti on area extends to:
Approximately 1.6 ft. (0.5 m) to 11.5 ft. (3.5 m) from either s ide of
the vehicle
The area between the side of the vehicle and 1.6 ft. (0.5 m) fr om the side
of the vehicle cannot be detected
Approximately 3.3 ft. (1 m) f orward of the rear bumper
Approximately 9.8 ft. (3 m) from the rear bumper
BSM function
BSM function detection areas
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Approximately 9.8 ft. (3 m) to 19 7 ft. (60 m) from the rear bumper
The greater the difference in speed between your vehicle and the detected
vehicle is, the farther away the vehicle will be detected, causing the out-
side rear view mirror indicator to illuminate or flash
■The BSM function is operational when
●The BSM function is turned on
● Vehicle speed is greater than approximately 10 mph (16 km/h).
■ The BSM function will detect a vehicle when
●A vehicle in an adjacent lane overtakes your vehicle.
● Your vehicle overtakes a vehicle in an adjacent lane slowly.
● Another vehicle enters the detection area when it changes lanes.
■ Conditions under which the system will not detect a vehicle
The BSM function is not designed to detect the following types of vehicles
and/or objects:
● Small motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians, etc.
*
●Vehicles traveling in the opposite direction
● Guardrails, walls, signs, parked vehicles and similar stationary objects
*
●Following vehicles that are in the same lane*
●Vehicles driving 2 lanes across from your vehicle*
●Vehicles which are being overtaken rapidly by your vehicle
*: Depending on the conditions, detection of a vehicle and/or object may
occur.
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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.
The BSM function is a supplementary function which alerts the driver that a
vehicle is present in the blind spot. Do not overly rely on the BSM function.
The function cannot judge if it is safe to change lanes, theref ore over reli-
ance could cause an accident resulting in death or serious inju r y.
According to conditions, the system may not function correctly. Therefore
the driver’s own visual confirmation of safety is necessary.
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Multi-information display
Turning the RCTA function on/off. (P. 346)
Outside rear view mirror indicators
When a vehicle approaching from the right or left rear of the vehicle is
detected, the outside rear view mirror indicators flash.
“RCTA” indicator
When the RCTA function is turned on, the indicator illuminates.
Audio system screen
If a vehicle approaching from the right or left at the rear of the vehicle is
detected, the RCTA icon ( P. 347) for the detected side will be displayed.
This illustration shows an example of a vehicle approaching fro m both
sides of the vehicle.
RCTA
buzzer
When a vehicle approaching from the right or left rear of the vehicle is
detected, a buzzer sounds from behind the rear seat.
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert)
: If equipped
The RCTA function uses the BSM rear side radar sensors
installed behind the rear bumpe r. This function is intended to
assist the driver in checking areas that are not easily visible
when backing up.
System components
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Vehicles with 4.2-inch m ulti-information display
Press
/ of the meter control switches, select .
Press
/ of the meter control switches, select .
Press of the meter control switch.
Each time is pressed, t he function changes on/off.
Vehicles with 7-inch multi-information display
Press
/ of the meter control switches, select .
Press
/ of the meter control switches, select .
Press of the meter control switch.
Each time is pressed, t he function changes on/off.
The volume of the RCTA buzzer can be changed on (4.2-inch dis-
play) or (7-inch display) ( P. 106, 119) of the multi-information
display.
■ The outside rear view mirror indicators visibility
When under strong sunlight, the outside rear view mirror indica tor may be dif-
ficult to see.
■ RCTA buzzer hearing
RCTA function may be difficult to hear over loud noises such as high audio
volume.
■ Muting the buzzer sound
The buzzer can be temporarily muted by pressing
of the meter control
switches while an object detection display is shown on the mult i-information
display.
■ When “Rear Cross Traffic Alert Unavailable” is shown on the mul ti-infor-
mation display
Ice, snow, mud, etc., may be attached to the rear bumper around the sensors.
( P. 332)
The system should return to normal operation after removing the ice, snow,
mud, etc. from the rear bumper.
Additionally, the sensors may not operate normally when driving in extremely
hot or cold environments.
■ Rear side radar sensors
P. 332
Turning the RCTA function on/off
Setting the buzzer volume
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The RCTA functions when your vehicle is in reverse. It can detect
other vehicles approaching from the right or left rear of the v ehicle. It
uses radar sensors to alert the driver of the other vehicle’s existence
through flashing the outside rear view mirror indicators and so unding
a buzzer.
■RCTA icon displa y (if equipped)
When a vehicle approaching from the right or left at the rear o f the
vehicle is detected, the following will be displayed on the aud io sys-
tem screen.
RCTA function
Approaching vehicles Detection areas12
Toyota parking
assist monitorPanoramic view monitorContent
A vehicle is approaching from the
left or right at the rear of the vehicle
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Manual air conditioning system............................. 382
Automatic air conditioning system (without “SYNC”
button) ............................. 387
Automatic air conditioning system (with “SYNC”
button) ............................. 394
Heated steering wheel/ seat heaters/
seat ventilators ................ 402
5-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................ 405
• Interior lights ................. 406
• Personal lights .............. 407
5-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features ..... 409
• Glove box...................... 410
• Console box .................. 410
• Coin holder ................... 410
• Bottle holders ................ 411
• Cup holders .................. 412
• Auxiliary boxes.............. 413
• Open tray ...................... 414
Trunk features ................... 415 5-4. Other interior features
Other interior features ....... 416
• Sun visors ..................... 416
• Vanity mirrors................ 416
• Power outlet .................. 417
• USB charging ports....... 418
• Wireless charger ........... 420
• Armrest ......................... 430
• Assist grips ................... 430
• Coat hooks.................... 431
Garage door opener.......... 432
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Switching between outside air
and recirculated air modes
Press .
The mode switches between outside air mode (indicator off) and recir-
culated air mode (indicator on) each time is pressed.
■
Defogging the windshield
Defoggers are used to defog the windshield and front side win-
dows.
Press .
If the recirculated air mode is used, it will automatically swi tch to the out-
side air mode.
Perform the following operations accordingly:
● To adjust the fan speed, turn .
● To adjust the temperature setting, turn .
● If the dehumidification function is not operating, press
to operate the dehumidification function.
To defog the windshield and the side windows early, turn the ai r
flow and temperature up.
■Defogging the rear window and outside rear view mirrors
Vehicles without outside rear view mirror defoggers
A defogger is used to defog the rear window.
Press .
The defogger will automatically turn off after a period of time .
Vehicles with outside rear view mirror defoggers
Defoggers are used to defog the rear window, and to remove rain -
drops, dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.
Press .
The defoggers will automatically turn off after a period of tim e.
Other functions
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The meaning of each symbol on the label are as follows:
Caution Requires registered
technician to service
air conditioning system
Air conditioning system Flammable refrigerant
Air conditioning system
lubricant type
WARNING
■ To prevent the windshield from fogging up
● Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weathe r.
The difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the
windshield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, block-
ing your vision.
■ To prevent burns (vehicles with outside rear view mirror defogg ers)
Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rea r view mirror
defoggers are on.
NOTICE
■ To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessa ry when the
engine is stopped.
■ When repairing/replacing parts of the air conditioning system
Have repair/replacement performed by your Toyota dealer.
When a part of the air conditioning system, such as the evapora tor, is to be
replaced, it must be replaced with a new one.
● Do not place anything on the instrument
panel which may cover the air outlets.
Otherwise, air flow may be obstructed,
preventing the windshield defoggers
from defogging.