Nissan Leaf (2023 year). Manual in english — page 28

Le present appareil est conforme aux CNR
d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appar-
eils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation
est

autorisee

aux

deux

conditions

suivantes:

1. L’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouil-

lage, et

2. L’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter

tout

brouillage

radioelectrique

subi,

meme si le brouillage est susceptible
d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.

Radio

Frequency

Radiation

Exposure

Information:

This equipment complies with FCC radia-
tion exposure limits set forth for an uncon-
trolled environment.

This equipment should be installed and
operated with minimum distance of 30 cm
between the radiator and your body.

The transmitter must not be co-located or
operating in conjunction with any other an-
tenna or transmitter.

Cet equipement est conforme aux limites
d’exposition aux rayonnements IC etablies
pour un environnement non controle. Cet
equipement doit etre installe et utilise avec
un minimum de 30 cm de distance entre la
source de rayonnement et votre corps.

FCC Notice

Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.

CONVENTIONAL (fixed speed)
CRUISE CONTROL MODE

NOTE:

ProPILOT Assist provides no approach
warnings, automatic braking, or steering
assist in the conventional (fixed speed)
cruise control mode.

This mode allows driving at a speed be-
tween 25 to 90 mph (40 to 144 km/h) with-
out keeping your foot on the accelerator
pedal.

WARNING

•

In the conventional (fixed speed)
cruise

control

mode,

a

warning

chime does not sound to warn you if
you are too close to the vehicle
ahead, as neither the presence of the
vehicle ahead nor the vehicle-to-
vehicle distance is detected.

•

Pay special attention to the distance
between your vehicle and the vehicle
ahead of you or a collision could
occur.

•

Always confirm the setting in the ICC
system display.

•

Do not use the conventional (fixed
speed) cruise control mode when
driving

under

the

following

conditions:

–

When it is not possible to keep the

vehicle at a set speed

–

In heavy traffic or in traffic that

varies in speed

–

On winding or hilly roads

–

On slippery roads (rain, snow, ice,

etc.)

–

In very windy areas

•

Doing so could cause a loss of vehicle
control and result in an accident.

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Conventional (fixed speed) cruise
control switches

1. DISTANCE switch:

• Long
• Middle
• Short

2. RES+ switch:

Resumes set speed or increases speed
incrementally

3. CANCEL switch:

Deactivates the system without erasing
the set speed

4. ProPILOT Assist switch:

Master switch to activate the system

5. SET- switch:

Sets desired cruise speed or reduces
speed incrementally

Conventional (fixed speed) cruise
control mode display and
indicators

The display is located in the vehicle infor-
mation display:

1. Cruise indicator:

This indicator indicates the condition of
the ICC system depending on a color.

• Cruise control ON indicator (gray): Indi-

cates that the ProPILOT Assist switch
is on

• Cruise control SET indicator (green): In-

dicates that the cruising speed is set

LSD3170

LSD2901

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• Cruise control warning (yellow): Indi-

cates that there is a malfunction in the
ICC system

2. Set vehicle speed indicator:

This indicator indicates the set vehicle
speed. For Canadian models, the speed
is displayed in km/h.

Operating conventional (fixed
speed) cruise control mode

To turn on the conventional (fixed speed)
cruise control mode, push and hold the
ProPILOT Assist switch

O

A

for longer than

about 1.5 seconds.

When pushing the ProPILOT Assist switch
on, the conventional (fixed speed) cruise
control mode display and indicators

O

B

are

displayed in the vehicle information dis-
play. After you hold ProPILOT Assist switch
on for longer than about 1.5 seconds, the
ICC system display turns off. The cruise in-
dicator appears. You can now set your de-

sired cruising speed. Pushing the ProPILOT
Assist switch again will turn the system
completely off. When the power switch is
placed in the OFF position, the system is
also automatically turned off.

To use the ICC system again, quickly push
and release the ProPILOT Assist switch
(vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode)
or push and hold it (conventional cruise
control mode) again to turn it on.

CAUTION

To avoid accidentally engaging cruise
control, make sure to turn the ProPILOT
Assist switch off when not using the ICC
system.

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To set cruising speed, accelerate your ve-
hicle to the desired speed, push the SET- ©
switch and release it. (The color of the
cruise indicator changes to green and set
vehicle speed indicator comes on.) Take
your foot off the accelerator pedal. Your
vehicle will maintain the set speed.
• To pass another vehicle, depress the ac-

celerator pedal. When you release the
pedal, the vehicle will return to the previ-
ously set speed.

• The vehicle may not maintain the set

speed when going up or down steep hills.
If this happens, manually maintain ve-
hicle speed.

To cancel the preset speed, use any of the
following methods:

1. Push the CANCEL switch. The vehicle

speed indicator will turn off.

2. Tap the brake pedal. The vehicle speed

indicator will turn off.

3. Turn the ProPILOT Assist switch off. Both

the cruise indicator and vehicle speed
indicator will turn off.

To reset at a faster cruising speed, use one
of the following three methods:

1. Depress the accelerator pedal. When the

vehicle attains the desired speed, push
and release the SET- switch.

2. Push and hold the RES+ switch. When

the vehicle attains the desired speed,
release the switch.

3. Push, then quickly release the RES+

switch. Each time you do this, the set
speed will increase by about 1 mph (1
km/h).

To reset at a slower cruising speed, use one
of the following three methods:

1. Lightly tap the brake pedal. When the

vehicle attains the desired speed, push
the SET- switch and release it.

2. Push and hold the SET- switch. Release

the switch when the vehicle slows down
to the desired speed.

3. Push, then quickly release the SET-

switch. Each time you do this, the set
speed will decrease by about 1 mph (1
km/h).

To resume the preset speed, push and re-
lease the RES+ switch. The vehicle will re-
sume the last set cruising speed when the
vehicle speed is over 25 mph (40 km/h).

LSD3030

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WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings and in-
structions for proper use of the RAB
system could result in serious injury or
death.

•

The RAB system is a supplemental
aid to the driver. It is not a replace-
ment for proper driving procedures.
Always use the side and rear mirrors
and turn and look in the direction you
will move before and while backing
up. Never rely solely on the RAB sys-
tem. It is the driver’s responsibility to
stay alert, drive safely, and be in con-
trol of the vehicle at all times.

•

There is a limitation to the RAB sys-
tem capability. The RAB system is not
effective in all situations.

•

Inclement

weather

or

ultrasonic

sources such as an automatic car
wash,

a

truck’s

compressed-air

brakes or a pneumatic drill may af-
fect the function of the system; this
may include reduced performance or
a false activation.

The RAB system can assist the driver when
the vehicle is backing up and approaching
objects directly behind the vehicle.

The RAB system detects obstacles behind
the vehicle using the parking sensors

O

1

located on the rear bumper.

NOTE:

You can temporarily cancel the sonar
function in the vehicle, but the RAB sys-
tem will continue to operate. For addi-
tional information, see “Rear Sonar Sys-
tem (RSS) (P. 5-169).

LSD3672

REAR AUTOMATIC BRAKING (RAB)

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RAB SYSTEM OPERATION

䊊

1

RAB warning light and RAB system
warning indicator

䊊

2

Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left
side)

䊊

3

Center display

When the shift lever is in the R (Reverse)
position and the vehicle speed is less than
approximately 9 mph (15 km/h), the RAB
system operates.

If a risk of a collision with an obstacle is
detected when your vehicle is backing up,
the RAB system warning indicator will flash
in the vehicle information display, a red
frame will appear in the center display (for
vehicles with the Intelligent Around View
Monitor system), and the system will chime
three times. The system will then auto-
matically apply the brakes. After the auto-
matic brake application, the driver must
depress the brake pedal to maintain brake
pressure.

NOTE:
• The brake lights of the vehicle come on

when braking is performed by the RAB
system.

• When the brakes operate, a noise may

be heard. This is not a malfunction.

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TURNING THE RAB SYSTEM
ON/OFF

Perform the following steps to turn the RAB
system on or off.

1. Press the

button until “Settings” dis-

plays in the vehicle information display
and then press the OK button. Use the

button to select “Driver Assistance.”

Then press the OK button.

2. Select “Emergency Brake” and press the

OK button.

3. Select “Rear” and use the OK button to

turn the system on or off.

When the RAB system is turned off, the RAB
warning light illuminates.

NOTE:
The RAB system will be automatically
turned on when the EV system is re-
started.

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RAB SYSTEM LIMITATIONS

WARNING

Listed below are the system limitations
for the RAB system. Failure to follow the
warnings and instructions for proper
use of the RAB system could result in
serious injury or death.

•

When the vehicle approaches an ob-
stacle while the accelerator or brake
pedal is depressed, the function may
not operate or the start of operation
may be delayed. The RAB system
may not operate or may not perform
sufficiently due to vehicle conditions,
driving conditions, the traffic envi-
ronment, the weather, road surface
conditions, etc. Do not wait for the
system to operate. Operate the brake
pedal

by

yourself

as

soon

as

necessary.

•

If it is necessary to override RAB op-
eration, strongly press the accelera-
tor pedal.

•

Always check your surroundings and
turn to check what is behind you be-
fore and while backing up. The RAB
system detects stationary objects
behind the vehicle. The RAB system
does not detect the following ob-
jects:

–

Moving objects

–

Low objects

–

Narrow objects

–

Wedge-shaped objects

–

Objects close to the bumper (less

than approximately 1 ft [30 cm])

–

Objects that suddenly appear

–

Thin objects such as rope, wire,

chain, etc.

•

The RAB system may not operate for
the following obstacles:

–

Obstacles located high off the

ground

–

Obstacles in a position offset from

your vehicle

–

Obstacles, such as spongy materi-

als or snow, that have soft outer
surfaces and can easily absorb a
sound wave

•

The RAB system may not operate in
the following conditions:

–

There is rain, snow, ice, dirt, etc.,

attached to the sonar sensors.

–

A loud sound is heard in the area

around the vehicle.

–

The surface of the obstacle is di-

agonal to the rear of the vehicle.

•

The RAB system may unintentionally
operate in the following conditions:

–

There is overgrown grass in the

area around the vehicle.

–

There is a structure (e.g., a wall, toll

gate equipment, a narrow tunnel,
a parking lot gate) near the side of
the vehicle.

–

There are bumps, protrusions, or

manhole

covers

on

the

road

surface.

–

The

vehicle

drives

through

a

draped flag or a curtain.

–

There is an accumulation of snow

or ice behind the vehicle.

–

An ultrasonic wave source, such as

another vehicle’s sonar, is near
the vehicle.

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•

Once the automatic brake control
operates, it does not operate again if
the vehicle approaches the same
obstacle.

•

The automatic brake control can only
operate for a short period of time.
Therefore, the driver must depress
the brake pedal.

•

In the following situations, the RAB
system may not operate properly or
may not function sufficiently:

–

The

vehicle

is

driven

in

bad

weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.).

–

The vehicle is driven on a steep

hill.

–

The vehicle’s posture is changed

(e.g., when driving over a bump).

–

The vehicle is driven on a slippery

road.

–

The vehicle is turned sharply by

turning the steering wheel fully.

–

Snow chains are used.

–

Wheels or tires other than NISSAN

recommended are used.

–

The brakes are cold at low ambi-

ent temperatures or immediately
after driving has started.

–

The braking force becomes poor

due to wet brakes after driving
through a puddle or washing the
vehicle.

•

Turn the RAB system off in the follow-
ing conditions to prevent the occur-
rence of an unexpected accident re-
sulting

from

sudden

system

operation:

–

The vehicle is towed.

–

The vehicle is carried on a flatbed

truck.

–

The vehicle is on the chassis

dynamometer.

–

The vehicle drives on an uneven

road surface.

–

The vehicle is towing an object (if

so equipped).

–

Suspension

parts

other

than

those

designated

as

Genuine

NISSAN parts are used. (If the ve-
hicle height or the vehicle body in-
clination is changed, the system
may

not

detect

an

obstacle

correctly.)

–

If the vehicle is using an accessory

like a bike rack, or cargo carrier
that blocks the sensors.

•

Excessive noise (e.g., audio system
volume, an open vehicle window) will
interfere with the chime sound, and it
may not be heard.

SYSTEM MALFUNCTION

If the RAB system malfunctions, it will be
turned off automatically, the RAB warning
light will illuminate, and the “Malfunction:
See Owner’s Manual” warning message will
appear in the vehicle information display.

Action to take

If the warning light illuminates, park the ve-
hicle in a safe location, turn the EV system
off, and restart the EV system. If the
warning light continues to illuminate, have
the RAB system checked. It is recom-
mended that you visit a NISSAN certified
LEAF dealer for this service.

NOTE:

If the RAB system cannot be operated
temporarily,

the

RAB

warning

light

blinks.

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SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

Observe the following items to ensure
proper operation of the system:
• Always keep the parking sensors

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1

clean.

• If the parking sensors are dirty, wipe them

off with a soft cloth while being careful to
not damage them.

• Do not subject the area around the park-

ing sensors

O

1

to strong impact. Also, do

not remove or disassemble the parking
sensors. If the parking sensors and pe-
ripheral areas are deformed in an acci-
dent, etc., have the sensors checked. It is
recommended that you visit a NISSAN
certified LEAF dealer for this service.

• Do not install any stickers (including

transparent stickers) or accessories on
the parking sensors

O

1

and their sur-

rounding areas. This may cause a mal-
function or improper operation.

WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings and in-
structions for proper use of the AEB
with

Pedestrian

Detection

system

could result in serious injury or death.

•

The AEB with Pedestrian Detection
system is a supplemental aid to the
driver. It is not a replacement for the
driver’s attention to traffic condi-
tions or responsibility to drive safely.
It cannot prevent accidents due to
carelessness or dangerous driving
techniques.

•

The AEB with Pedestrian Detection
system does not function in all driv-
ing,

traffic,

weather

and

road

conditions.

LSD3672

AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
(AEB) WITH PEDESTRIAN DETECTION

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The AEB with Pedestrian Detection system
can assist the driver when there is a risk of
a forward collision with the vehicle ahead in
the traveling lane or with a pedestrian
ahead in the traveling lane.

The AEB with Pedestrian Detection system
uses a radar sensor located on the front of
the vehicle

O

B

to measure the distance to

the vehicle ahead in the same lane. For
pedestrians, the AEB with Pedestrian De-
tection system uses a camera installed be-
hind the windshield

O

A

in addition to the

radar sensor.

AEB WITH PEDESTRIAN
DETECTION SYSTEM OPERATION

1. Vehicle ahead detection indicator

2. AEB with Pedestrian Detection emer-

gency warning indicator

LSD2861

LSD4662

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3. AEB with Pedestrian Detection system

warning light

The AEB with Pedestrian Detection system
operates at speeds above approximately 3
mph (5 km/h). For the pedestrian detection
function, the AEB with Pedestrian Detec-
tion system operates at speeds between 6
– 37 mph (10 – 60 km/h).

If a risk of a forward collision with a vehicle
is detected, the AEB with Pedestrian Detec-
tion system will first provide a warning to
the driver by flashing the vehicle ahead de-
tection indicator and providing an audible
alert. In addition, the AEB with Pedestrian
Detection system applies partial braking. If
the driver applies the brakes quickly and
forcefully, but the AEB with Pedestrian De-
tection system detects that there is still the
possibility of a forward collision, the system
will automatically increase the braking
force.

If the risk of a collision becomes imminent
and the driver does not take action, the AEB
with Pedestrian Detection system issues
the second warning to the driver by flash-
ing the AEB with Pedestrian Detection
emergency warning indicator (red), provid-
ing an audible warning, and then automati-
cally applies harder braking.

If a risk of a forward impact with a pedes-
trian is detected, the AEB with Pedestrian
Detection system will provide a warning to
the driver by flashing the AEB with Pedes-
trian Detection emergency warning indica-
tor (red), provides an audible alert and the
system will apply partial braking. If the
driver applies the brakes quickly and force-
fully but the AEB with Pedestrian Detection
system detects that there is still the possi-
bility of a forward impact with a pedestrian,
the system will automatically increase the
braking force. If the risk of collision be-
comes imminent and the driver does not
take action, the AEB with Pedestrian Detec-
tion system automatically applies harder
braking.

NOTE:

The vehicle’s brake lights come on when
any braking is performed by the AEB
with Pedestrian Detection system.

Depending on vehicle speed and distance
to the vehicle or pedestrian ahead, as well
as driving and roadway conditions, the sys-
tem may help the driver avoid a forward
collision or may help mitigate the conse-
quences if a collision should be unavoid-
able. If the driver is handling the steering
wheel, accelerating or braking, the AEB with

Pedestrian Detection system will function
later or will not function.

The automatic braking will cease under the
following conditions:
• When the steering wheel is turned to

avoid a collision.

• When the accelerator pedal is depressed.
• When there is no longer a vehicle or a

pedestrian detected ahead.

If the AEB with Pedestrian Detection sys-
tem has stopped the vehicle, the vehicle
will remain at a standstill for approximately
2 seconds before the brakes are released.

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TURNING THE AEB WITH
PEDESTRIAN DETECTION SYSTEM
ON/OFF

Perform the following steps to enable or
disable the AEB with Pedestrian Detection
system:

1. Press the

button until “Settings” dis-

plays in the vehicle information display.
Use the

button to select “Driver As-

sistance.” Then press the OK button.

2. Select “Emergency Brake” and press the

OK button.

3. Select “Front” and use the OK button to

turn the system on or off.

When the AEB with Pedestrian Detection
system is turned off, the AEB with Pedes-
trian

Detection

system

warning

light

illuminates.

NOTE:

The AEB with Pedestrian Detection sys-
tem will be automatically turned on
when the EV system is restarted.

LSD3663

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AEB WITH PEDESTRIAN
DETECTION SYSTEM LIMITATIONS

WARNING

Listed below are the system limitations
for the AEB with Pedestrian Detection
system. Failure to operate the vehicle in
accordance with these system limita-
tions could result in serious injury or
death.

•

The AEB with Pedestrian Detection
system cannot detect all vehicles or
pedestrians under all conditions.

•

The AEB with Pedestrian Detection
system does not detect the following
objects:

–

Pedestrians that are small (for ex-

ample, children), in a sitting posi-
tion, operating toys/skateboards,
on scooters or in wheelchairs, or
not in an upright standing or
walking position.

–

Animals of any size.

–

Obstacles (for example, cargo or

debris)

on

the

roadway

or

roadside.

–

Oncoming or crossing vehicles.

–

Vehicles where the tires are diffi-

cult to see or the shape of the rear
of

the

vehicle

is

unclear

or

obstructed.

–

Parked vehicles.

•

The AEB with Pedestrian Detection
system

has

some

performance

limitations.

–

If a stationary vehicle is in the ve-

hicle’s path, the system will not
function

when

the

vehicle

is

driven at speeds over approxi-
mately 50 mph (80 km/h).

–

Pedestrian

detection

will

not

function

when

the

vehicle

is

driven at speeds over approxi-
mately 37 mph (60 km/h) or below
approximately 6 mph (10 km/h).

•

For pedestrians, the AEB with Pedes-
trian Detection system will not issue
the first warning.

•

The AEB with Pedestrian Detection
system may not function properly or
detect a vehicle or pedestrian ahead
in the following conditions:

–

In poor visibility (conditions such

as rain, snow, fog, dust storms,
sand storms, smoke, and road
spray from other vehicles).

–

If dirt, ice, snow, fog or other mate-

rial is covering the radar sensor
area

or

camera

area

of

the

windshield.

–

If strong light (for example, sun-

light or high beams) enters the
front camera or a sudden change
in brightness occurs (for example,
entering a tunnel or driving in
lightning).

–

In dark or dimly lit conditions,

such as at night or in tunnels, in-
cluding cases where your vehi-
cle’s headlights are off or dim, or
the tail lights of the vehicle ahead
are off.

–

When driving on a steep downhill

slope, on roads with sharp curves,
and/or bumpy or dirt roads.

–

If there is interference by other ra-

dar sources.

–

When your vehicle’s position or

movement is changed quickly or
significantly (for example, lane
change,

turning

the

vehicle,

abrupt steering, sudden accelera-
tion or deceleration).

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–

When your vehicle or the vehicle or

pedestrian ahead moves quickly
or significantly such that the sys-
tem cannot detect and react in
time

(for

example,

pedestrian

moving quickly toward the vehicle
at close range, vehicle cutting in,
changing lanes, making a turn,
steering abruptly, sudden accel-
eration or deceleration).

–

When the vehicle or pedestrian is

offset from the vehicle’s forward
path.

–

If the speed difference between

the two vehicles is small.

–

The pedestrian’s profile is partially

obscured or unidentifiable; for ex-
ample, due to transporting lug-
gage, pushing a stroller, wearing
bulky or very loose-fitting clothing
or accessories, or being in a unique
posture (such as raising hands).

–

There is poor contrast of a person

to the background, such as having
clothing color or pattern which is
similar to the background.

–

For approximately 15 seconds af-

ter starting the EV system.

–

If the vehicle ahead has a unique

or unusual shape, extremely low
or high clearance heights, or un-
usual cargo loading or is narrow
(for example, a motorcycle).

–

When the vehicle or pedestrian is

located near a traffic sign, a reflec-
tive area (for example, water on
road), or is in a shadow.

–

When multiple pedestrians are

grouped together.

–

When the view of the pedestrian is

obscured by a vehicle or other
object.

•

The system performance may be de-
graded in the following conditions:

–

The vehicle is driven on a slippery

road.

–

The vehicle is driven on a slope.

–

Excessively

heavy

baggage

is

loaded in the rear seat or the
cargo area of your vehicle.

•

The system is designed to automati-
cally check the sensor (radar and
camera)’s functionality, within cer-
tain limitations. The system may not
detect some forms of obstruction of
the sensor area such as ice, snow or
stickers, for example. In these cases,

the system may not be able to warn
the driver properly. Be sure that you
check, clean and clear sensor areas
regularly.

•

In some road and traffic conditions,
the AEB with Pedestrian Detection
system may unexpectedly apply par-
tial braking. When acceleration is
necessary, depress the accelerator
pedal to override the system.

•

The AEB with Pedestrian Detection
system may operate when a pattern,
object, shadow or lights are detected
that are similar to the outline of ve-
hicles or pedestrians, or if they are
the same size and position as a ve-
hicle or motorcycle’s tail lights.

•

The system may keep operating
when the vehicle ahead is turning
right or left.

•

The system may operate when your
vehicle is approaching and passing a
vehicle ahead.

•

Depending

on

the

road

shape

(curved road, entrance and exit of the
curve, winding road, lane regulation,
under construction, etc.), the system
may operate temporarily for the on-
coming vehicle in front of your
vehicle.

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WARNING

Listed below are the system limitations
for the AEB with Pedestrian Detection
system. Failure to operate the vehicle in
accordance with these system limita-
tions could result in serious injury or
death.

•

The AEB with Pedestrian Detection
system may react to:

–

objects on the roadside (traffic
sign, guardrail, pedestrian, motor-
cycle, vehicle, etc.)

–

pedestrians when driving on the
narrow alleys, etc.

–

pedestrians who temporarily pro-
trude into or approaching the
driving lane to avoid the obstacles
on the road shoulder

–

objects above road (low bridge,
traffic sign, etc.)

–

objects on the road surface (rail-
road track, grate, steel plate, etc.)

–

objects in the parking garage
(beam, pillar, etc.)

–

pedestrians or motorcycles ap-
proaching the traveling lane

–

vehicles,

pedestrians,

motor-

cycles or objects in adjacent lanes
or close to the vehicle

–

oncoming pedestrians

–

objects on the road (such as trees)

•

Braking distances increase on slip-
pery surfaces.

•

Excessive noise will interfere with the
warning chime sound, and the chime
may not be heard.

LSD4248

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