Infiniti EX35 (2012 year). Manual — part 22

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LANE CAMERA UNIT MAINTENANCE

The lane camera unit

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for the LDW/LDP

system is located inside the map light
cover. To keep the proper operation of the
LDW/LDP systems and prevent a system
malfunction, be sure to observe the follow-
ing:

. Always keep the windshield clean.
. Do not attach a sticker (including

transparent material) or install an
accessory near the camera unit.

. Do not place reflective materials, such

as white paper or a mirror, on the
instrument panel. The reflection of

sunlight may adversely affect the cam-
era unit’s capability of detecting the
lane markers.

. Do not strike or damage the areas

around the camera unit. Do not touch
the camera lens or remove the screw
located on the camera unit. If the
camera unit is damaged due to an
accident, contact an INFINITI retailer.

The Blind Spot Warning (BSW) system can
help alert the driver of other vehicles in
adjacent lanes when changing lanes.

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BLIND SPOT WARNING (BSW) SYSTEM (if
so equipped)

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The BSW system uses radar sensors

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installed near the rear bumper to detect
other vehicles beside your vehicle in an
adjacent lane.

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Detection zone

The radar sensors can detect vehicles on
either side of your vehicle within the
detection zone shown as illustrated. This
detection zone starts from the outside
mirror of your vehicle and extends approxi-
mately 10 ft (3.0 m) behind the rear
bumper, and approximately 10 ft (3.0 m)
sideways.

The BSW system operates above approxi-
mately 20 MPH (32 km/h). If the radar
sensors detect a vehicle in the detection
zone, the BSW indicator light illuminates. If
the driver then activates the turn signal, a
chime will sound twice and the BSW
indicator light will flash.

WARNING

.

The BSW system is not a replacement for
proper driving procedure and is not
designed to prevent contact with vehi-
cles or objects. When changing lanes,
always use the side and rear mirrors and
turn and look in the direction you will
move to ensure it is safe to change
lanes. Never rely solely on the BSW
system.

.

The BSW system may not provide a
warning for vehicles that pass through
the detection zone quickly.

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BSW indicator light

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BSW system warning light

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Warning systems switch

BSW SYSTEM OPERATION

If the radar sensors detect a vehicle in the
detection zone, the BSW indicator light
next to the outside mirror will illuminate in
the direction of the detected vehicle. If the
turn signal is then activated, the BSW
indicator light flashes and a chime sounds
twice. The indicator light continues to flash
until the detected vehicle leaves the
detection zone.

The BSW indicator lights illuminate for a
few seconds when the ignition switch is
pushed to the ON position.

The brightness of the BSW indicator lights
is adjusted automatically depending on the
brightness of the ambient light.

A chime sounds if the radar sensors have
already detected vehicles when the driver
activates the turn signal. If a vehicle comes
into the detection zone after the driver
activates the turn signal, then only the
BSW indicator light flashes and no chime
sounds. (See “BSW driving situations”
later in this section)

The BSW system is automatically turned on
when the engine is started and the warning
systems ON indicator light

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illuminates

on the switch. You can turn the BSW system
off by pushing the warning systems switch
on the instrumental panel. This switch will
turn on and off the LDW, BSW and FCW
systems at the same time.

NOTE:

If you continue to push the warning
systems switch from off to on for over 4
seconds, a chime will sound. This will
change the default status of the LDW, BSW
and FCW systems to OFF so that these
systems will not automatically turn on
when the engine is started. If this proce-
dure is repeated, the default status will

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return to ON.

WARNING

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

. The radar sensors may not be able to

detect and activate BSW when certain
objects are present such as:
— Pedestrians, bicycles, animals
— Several types of vehicles such as

motorcycles

— Oncoming vehicles
— Vehicles remaining in the detection

zone when you accelerate from a
stop
(See “BSW driving situations” later
in this section)

— A vehicle merging into an adjacent

lane at a speed approximately the
same as your vehicle
(See “BSW driving situations” later

in this section)

— A vehicle approaching rapidly from

behind.
(See “BSW driving situations” later

in this section)

— A vehicle which your vehicle over-

takes rapidly.
(See “BSW driving situations” later
in this section)

. Severe weather or road spray condi-

tions may reduce the ability of the
radar to detect other vehicles.

. The radar sensors detection zone is

designed based on a standard lane
width. When driving in a wider lane, the
radar sensors may not detect vehicles
in an adjacent lane. When driving in a
narrow lane, the radar sensors may
detect vehicles driving two lanes away.

. The radar sensors are designed to

ignore most stationary objects, how-
ever objects such as guardrails, walls,
foliage and parked vehicles may occa-
sionally be detected. This is a normal
operating condition.

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BSW DRIVING SITUATIONS

Another vehicle approaching from
behind

The BSW indicator light illuminates if a
vehicle enters the detection zone from
behind in an adjacent lane.

However, if the overtaking vehicle is
traveling much faster than your vehicle,
the indicator light may not illuminate
before the detected vehicle is beside your
vehicle. Always use the side and rear
mirrors and turn and look in the direction
your vehicle will move to ensure it is safe
to change lanes.

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If the driver activates the turn signal, then
the BSW indicator light flashes and a
chime will sound twice.

NOTE:

If the driver activates the turn signal
before a vehicle enters the detection zone,
the BSW indicator light will flash but no
chime will sound when the other vehicle is
detected.

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NOTE:

If you accelerate from a stop with a vehicle
in the detection zone, the other vehicle
may not be detected.

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Overtaking other vehicles

The BSW indicator light illuminates if you
overtake a vehicle and that vehicle stays in
the detection zone for approximately 3
seconds.

The radar sensors may not detect slower
moving vehicles if they are passed quickly.

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If the driver activates the turn signal while
another vehicle is in the detection zone,
then the BSW indicator light flashes and a
chime will sound twice.

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NOTE:

When overtaking several vehicles in a row,
the vehicles after the first vehicle may not
be detected if they are traveling close
together.

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Entering from the side

The BSW indicator light illuminates if a
vehicle enters the detection zone from
either side.

NOTE:

The radar sensors may not detect a vehicle
which is traveling at about the same speed
as your vehicle when it enters the detec-
tion zone.

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If the driver activates the turn signal, then
the BSW indicator light flashes and a
chime will sound twice.

NOTE:

If the driver activates the turn signal
before a vehicle enters the detection zone,
the BSW indicator light will flash but no
chime will sound when another vehicle is
detected.

BSW temporarily not available

. When radar blockage is detected, the

BSW system will be turned off auto-
matically, a beep will sound and the
BSW system warning light (orange) will

blink. The BSW system is not available
until the condition no longer exists.

The radar sensors may be blocked by
temporary ambient conditions such as
splashing water, mist or fog. The blocked
condition may also be caused by objects
such as ice, frost or dirt obstructing the
radar sensors.

Action to take:

When the above condition no longer exists,
the BSW system will resume automatically.

If the warning light (orange) continues to
blink, have the BSW system checked by an
INFINITI retailer.

BSW MALFUNCTION

When the BSW system malfunctions, they
will be turned off automatically, a beep will
sound and the BSW system warning light
(orange) will illuminate.

Action to take:

Stop the vehicle in a safe location, turn the
engine off and restart the engine.

If the warning light (orange) continues to
illuminate, have the BSW system checked
by an INFINITI retailer.

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SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

The two radar sensor units

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for the BSW

system are located near the rear bumper.
Always keep the area near the radar
sensors clean. Do not attach stickers
(including transparent material), install
accessories or apply additional paint near
the radar sensors. Do not strike or damage
the area around the radar sensors. Consult
an INFINITI retailer if the area around the
radar sensors is damaged due to a
collision.

Radio frequency statement

This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC Rules and RSS-310 of Industry Canada.

Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful

interference.

2. This device must accept any interfer-

ence received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.

Frequency of operation: 24.05GHz —
24.25GHz

Field Strength: Not greater than 2.5V/m
peak (0.25V/m average) at a distance of 3
m

The manufacturer is not responsible for
any radio or TV interference caused by
unauthorized modifications to this equip-
ment. Such modifications could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.

PRECAUTIONS ON CRUISE CONTROL

. If the cruise control system malfunc-

tions, it will cancel automatically. The
SET indicator on the dot matrix liquid
crystal display will then blink to warn
the driver.

. If the engine coolant temperature be-

comes excessively high, the cruise
control system will be canceled auto-
matically.

. If the SET indicator blinks, turn the

cruise control main switch off and have
the system checked by your INFINITI
retailer.

. The SET indicator may sometimes blink

when the cruise control main switch is
turned ON while pushing the RESUME/
ACCELERATE, SET/COAST or CANCEL
switch. To properly set the cruise
control system, perform the steps
below in the order indicated.

WARNING

Do not use the cruise control when driving
under the following conditions:

.

when it is not possible to keep the
vehicle at a set speed

CRUISE CONTROL

.

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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RESUME/ACCELERATE switch

2.

SET/COAST switch

3.

CANCEL switch

4.

MAIN (ON·OFF) switch

CRUISE CONTROL OPERATIONS

The cruise control allows driving at a speed
between 25 to 89 MPH (40 to 144 km/h)
without keeping your foot on the accel-
erator pedal.

To turn on the cruise control, push the
MAIN switch on. The CRUISE indicator will
come on.

To set cruising speed, accelerate your
vehicle to the desired speed, push the

SET/COAST switch and release it. (The
CRUISE SET indicator will come on in the
instrument panel.) Take your foot off the
accelerator pedal. Your vehicle will main-
tain the set speed.

. To pass another vehicle, depress the

accelerator pedal. When you release
the pedal, the vehicle will return to the
previously set speed.

. The vehicle may not maintain the set

speed on winding or hilly roads. If this
happens, drive without the cruise con-
trol.

To cancel the preset speed, follow any of
these methods:

1. Push the CANCEL button. The SET

indicator will go out.

2. Tap the brake pedal. The SET indicator

will go out.

3. Move the selector lever to the N

(Neutral) position. The SET indicator
will go out.

4. Turn the MAIN switch off. Both the

CRUISE indicator and SET indicator will
go out.

. If you depress the brake pedal while

pushing the RESUME/ACCELERATE or
SET/COAST switch and reset at the

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cruising speed, the cruise control will
disengage. Turn the MAIN switch off
once and then turn it on again.

. The cruise control will automatically

cancel if the vehicle slows more than
8 MPH (12 km/h) below the set speed.

. If you move the selector lever to the N

(Neutral) position, the cruise control
will be canceled.

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

. Depress the accelerator pedal. When

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

. Push and hold the RESUME/ACCELER-

ATE switch. When the vehicle attains
the speed you desire, release the
switch.

. Push, then quickly release the RESUME/

ACCELERATE switch. Each time you do
this, the set speed will increase by
about 1 MPH (1.6 km/h).

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

. Lightly tap the brake pedal. When the

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

. Push and hold the SET/COAST switch.

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

. Push, then quickly release the SET/

COAST switch. Each time you do this,
the set speed will decrease by about 1
MPH (1.6 km/h).

To resume the preset speed, push and
release the RESUME/ACCELERATE switch.
The vehicle will resume the last set
cruising speed when the vehicle speed is
over 25 MPH (40 km/h).

The Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system
maintains a selected distance from the
vehicle in front of you within the speed
range of 0 to 90 MPH (0 to 144 km/h) up to
the set speed. The set speed can be
selected by the driver between 20 to 90
MPH (32 to 144 km/h).

The vehicle travels at a set speed when the
road ahead is clear.

The ICC system can be set to one of two
cruise control modes.

. Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control

mode:
For maintaining a selected distance
between your vehicle and the vehicle
in front of you up to the preset speed.

. Conventional (fixed speed) cruise con-

trol mode:
For cruising at a preset speed.

WARNING

.

Always drive carefully and attentively
when using either cruise control mode.
Read and understand the Owner’s Man-
ual thoroughly before using the cruise
control. To avoid serious injury or death,
do not rely on the system to prevent

INTELLIGENT CRUISE CONTROL (ICC)

SYSTEM (FULL SPEED RANGE) (if so
equipped)

accidents or to control the vehicle’s
speed in emergency situations. Do not
use cruise control except in appropriate
road and traffic conditions.

.

In the conventional (fixed speed) cruise
control mode, a warning chime will not
sound to warn you if you are too close to
the vehicle ahead. Pay special attention
to the distance between your vehicle and
the vehicle ahead of you or a collision
could occur.

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Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control
mode

2.

Conventional (fixed speed) cruise con-
trol mode

Push the MAIN switch

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to choose the

cruise control mode between the vehicle-
to-vehicle distance control mode

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and

the conventional (fixed speed) cruise con-
trol mode

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.

To choose the vehicle-to-vehicle distance
control mode

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, quickly push and release

the MAIN switch

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. To choose the

conventional (fixed speed) cruise control
mode

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, push and hold the MAIN switch

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for longer than approximately 1.5

seconds.

Once a control mode is activated, it cannot
be changed to the other cruise control
mode. To change the mode, push the MAIN
switch once to turn the system off. Then
push the MAIN switch again to turn the
system back on and select the desired
cruise control mode.

Always confirm the setting in the Intelligent
Cruise Control system display.

For the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control
mode, see the following description. For
the “Conventional (fixed speed) cruise
control mode”, see page 5-55.

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SELECTING THE VEHICLE-TO-VEHI-
CLE DISTANCE CONTROL MODE

To choose the vehicle-to-vehicle distance
control mode

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, quickly push and release

the MAIN switch

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VEHICLE-TO-VEHICLE DISTANCE
CONTROL MODE

In the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control
mode, the Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC)
system automatically maintains a selected
distance from the vehicle traveling in front
of you according to that vehicle’s speed
(up to the set speed), or at the set speed
when the road ahead is clear.

With ICC, the driver can maintain the same
speed as other vehicles without the con-
stant need to adjust the set speed as you
would with a normal cruise control system.

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PRECAUTIONS ON VEHICLE-TO-VE-
HICLE DISTANCE CONTROL MODE

The system is intended to enhance the
operation of the vehicle when following a
vehicle traveling in the same lane and
direction.

If the distance sensor

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detects a slower

moving vehicle ahead, the system will
reduce the vehicle speed so that your
vehicle follows the vehicle in front at the
selected distance.

The system automatically controls the
throttle and applies the brakes (up to
25% of vehicle braking power) if neces-

sary.

The detection range of the sensor is
approximately 390 ft (120 m) ahead.

WARNING

.

This system is only an aid to assist the
driver and is not a collision warning or
avoidance device. It is the driver’s
responsibility to stay alert, drive safely
and be in control of the vehicle at all
times.

.

The system is primarily intended for use
on straight, dry, open roads with light
traffic. It is not advisable to use the
system in city traffic or congested areas.

.

This system will not adapt automatically
to road conditions. This system should
be used in evenly flowing traffic. Do not
use the system on roads with sharp
curves, or on icy roads, in heavy rain or
in fog.

The distance sensor will not detect the
following objects:

. Stationary and slow moving vehicles
. Pedestrians or objects in the roadway

. Oncoming vehicles in the same lane
. Motorcycles traveling offset in the travel

lane

WARNING

.

As there is a performance limit to the
distance control function, never rely
solely on the Intelligent Cruise Control
system. This system does not correct
careless, inattentive or absent-minded
driving, or overcome poor visibility in
rain, fog, or other bad weather. Decele-
rate the vehicle speed by depressing the
brake pedal, depending on the distance
to the vehicle ahead and the surround-
ing circumstances in order to maintain a
safe distance between vehicles.

.

If the vehicle ahead comes to a stop, the
vehicle decelerates to a standstill within
the limitations of the system. The
system will cancel once it judges that
the vehicle has come to a standstill and
sound a warning chime. To prevent the
vehicle from moving, the driver must
depress the brake pedal.

.

The system may not detect the vehicle in
front of you in certain road or weather

conditions. To avoid accidents, never use
the Intelligent Cruise Control system
under the following conditions:

— On roads where the traffic is heavy

or there are sharp curves

— On slippery road surfaces such as

on ice or snow, etc.

— During bad weather (rain, fog, snow,

etc.)

When the windshield wiper is oper-
ated at the low speed (LO) or high
speed (HI) position, the Intelligent
Cruise Control system is automati-
cally canceled.

— When strong light (for example, at

sunrise or sunset) is directly shining
on the front of the vehicle

— When rain, snow or dirt adhere to

the system sensor

— On steep downhill roads (the vehi-

cle may go beyond the set vehicle
speed and frequent braking may
result in overheating the brakes)

— On repeated uphill and downhill

roads

— When traffic conditions make it

difficult to keep a proper distance
between vehicles because of fre-
quent acceleration or deceleration

.

In some road or traffic conditions, a
vehicle or object can unexpectedly come
into the sensor detection zone and cause
automatic braking. You may need to
control the distance from other vehicles
using the accelerator pedal. Always stay
alert and avoid using the ICC system
when it is not recommended in this
section.

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VEHICLE-TO-VEHICLE DISTANCE
CONTROL MODE OPERATION

Always pay attention to the operation of
the vehicle and be ready to manually
control the proper following distance. The
vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode of
the Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) system
may not be able to maintain the selected
distance between vehicles (following dis-
tance) or selected vehicle speed under
some circumstances.

The vehicle-to-vehicle distance control
mode uses a sensor

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located on the

front of the vehicle to detect vehicles

traveling ahead. The sensor generally
detects the signals returned from the
reflectors on a vehicle ahead. Therefore, if
the sensor cannot detect the reflector on
the vehicle ahead, the ICC system may not
maintain the selected distance.

The following are some conditions in which
the sensor cannot detect the signals:

. When the reflector of the vehicle ahead

is positioned high on the vehicle
(trailer, etc.)

. When the reflector on the vehicle ahead

is missing, damaged or covered

. When the reflector of the vehicle ahead

is covered with dirt, snow and road
spray

. When the snow or road spray from

traveling vehicles reduces the sensor’s
visibility

. When dense exhaust or other smoke

(black smoke) from vehicles reduces
the sensor’s visibility

. When excessively heavy baggage is

loaded in the rear seat or the luggage
room of your vehicle

The ICC system is designed to automati-
cally check the sensor’s operation within
the limitation of the system. When the

sensor is covered with dirt or is obstructed,
the system will automatically be canceled.
If the sensor is covered with ice, a
transparent or translucent vinyl bag, etc.,
the ICC system may not detect them. In
these instances, the vehicle-to-vehicle dis-
tance control mode may not cancel and
may not be able to maintain the selected
following distance from the vehicle ahead.
Be sure to check and clean the sensor
regularly.

The vehicle-to-vehicle distance control
mode is designed to maintain a selected
distance and reduce the speed to match
the slower vehicle ahead. The system will
decelerate the vehicle as necessary and if
the vehicle ahead comes to a stop, the
vehicle decelerates to a standstill. How-
ever, the ICC system can only apply up to
25% of the vehicles total braking power.
This system should only be used when
traffic conditions allow vehicle speeds to
remain fairly constant or when vehicle
speeds change gradually. If a vehicle
moves into the traveling lane ahead or if
a vehicle traveling ahead rapidly decele-
rates, the distance between vehicles may
become closer because the ICC system
cannot decelerate the vehicle quickly en-

ough. If this occurs, the ICC system will
sound a warning chime and blink the
system display to notify the driver to take
necessary action.

The system will cancel and a warning
chime will sound if the speed is below
approximately 15 MPH (24 km/h) and a
vehicle is not detected ahead. The system
will also disengage when the vehicle goes
above the maximum set speed.

See “Approach warning” later in this
section.

The following items are controlled in the
vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode:

. When there are no vehicles traveling

ahead, the vehicle-to-vehicle distance
control mode maintains the speed set
by the driver. The set speed range is
between approximately 20 and 90 MPH
(32 and 144 km/h).

. When there is a vehicle traveling ahead,

the vehicle-to-vehicle distance control
mode adjusts the speed to maintain the
distance, selected by driver, from the
vehicle ahead. The adjusting speed
range is up to the set speed. If the
vehicle ahead comes to a stop, the
vehicle decelerates to a standstill with-
in the limitations of the system. The

system will cancel once it judges a
standstill with a warning chime.

. When the vehicle traveling ahead has

moved out from its lane of travel, the
vehicle-to-vehicle distance control
mode accelerates and maintains vehi-
cle speed up to the set speed.

The ICC system does not control vehicle
speed or warn you when you approach
stationary and slow moving vehicles. You
must pay attention to vehicle operation to
maintain proper distance from vehicles
ahead when approaching toll gates or
traffic congestion.

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The detection zone of the ICC sensor is
limited. A vehicle ahead must be in the
detection zone for the vehicle-to-vehicle
distance detection mode to maintain the
selected distance from the vehicle ahead.

A vehicle ahead may move outside of the
detection zone due to its position within
the same lane of travel. Motorcycles may
not be detected in the same lane ahead if
they are traveling offset from the centerline
of the lane. A vehicle that is entering the
lane ahead may not be detected until the
vehicle has completely moved into the
lane. If this occurs, the ICC system may
warn you by blinking the system indicator

and sounding the chime. The driver may
have to manually control the proper
distance away from vehicle traveling
ahead.