Owner's Manual

5-46 Starting and driving
JVS0169X
The BCI system uses radar sensors
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1
installed on both sides near the rear
bumper to detect an approaching vehicles
and sonar sensors
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2
to detect objects in
the rear.
The radar sensors
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1
detect the approach-
ing vehicle from up to approximately 49 ft
(15 m) away. The sonar sensors
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2
detect
a rear obstacle at up to approximately 4.9
ft (1.5 m) from the bumper. Refer to the
illustration for approximate zone coverage
areas
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3
.
If the radar detects a vehicle approaching
from the side or the sonar detects close
objects in the rear, the system gives visual
and audible warnings, and applies the
brake for a moment when the vehicle is
moving backwards. After the automatic
brake application, the driver must depress
the brake pedal to maintain brake pres-
sure. If the driver’s foot is on the accel-
erator pedal, the system pushes the
accelerator upward before applying the
brake. If you continue to press the accel-
erator, the system will not engage the
brake.
WARNING
. The BCI system is not a replacement for
proper driving procedure and is not
designed to prevent contact with vehi-
cles or objects. When backing out of
parking space, always use the inside
and outside rearview mirrors and turn
and look in the direction you will move.
Never rely solely on the BCI system.
. There is a limitation to the detection
capability of the radar or the sonar.
Using the BCI system under some road,
ground, lane marker, traffic or weather
conditions could lead to improper sys-
tem operation. Always rely on your own
operation to avoid accidents.