Lexus NX (2022 year). Manual in english

Buzzer and screen notifications when traveling at a low speed and a
pedestrian is detected at the rear

Purpose of the RCD (Rear Camera Detection)

When the vehicle is backing up, the rear camera detection function can detect
pedestrians in the detection area behind the vehicle. If a pedestrian is detected, a
buzzer will sound and an icon will be displayed on the center display to inform the
driver of the pedestrian.

WARNING

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Cautions regarding the use of the system

The recognition and control capabilities for this system are limited.
The driver should always drive safely by always being responsible without over relying on
the system and have a understanding of the surrounding situations.

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To ensure the system can operate properly

Observe the following, otherwise there is the danger that could lead to an accident.

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Always clean the camera with damaging it.

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Do not install market electronic parts (such as Illuminated license plate, fog lamps,
etc.) in the camera vicinity.

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Do not subject the camera vicinity to strong impacts. If the vicinity is subjected to a
strong impact, have the vehicle inspected at any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.

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Do not disassemble, remodel or paint the camera.

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Do not attach accessories or stickers to the camera.

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Do not install market protection parts (bumper trim, etc.) to the rear bumper.

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Maintain suitable tire air pressure.

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Make sure the back door is completely closed.

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RCD function is turned off

In the following situations the system turns off. The RCD function may not operate
properly and thus there is the danger that an accident may occur.

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The contents mentioned above are not observed.

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Suspensions other than Lexus genuine parts are installed.

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INFORMATION

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The rear camera detection function is operational when

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The engine switch is in ON.

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RCD function is on.

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The shift position is in R.

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Situations in which the system may not operate properly

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Some pedestrians, such as the following, may not be detected by the rear camera
detection function, preventing the function from operating properly:

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Pedestrians who are bending forward or squatting

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Pedestrians who are lying down

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Pedestrians who are running

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Pedestrians who suddenly enter the detection area

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People riding a bicycle, skateboard, or other light vehicle

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Pedestrians wearing oversized clothing such as a rain coat, long skirt, etc., making
their silhouette obscure

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Pedestrians whose body is partially hidden by an object, such as a cart or umbrella

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Pedestrians which are obscured by darkness, such as at night

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In some situations, such as the following, pedestrians may not be detected by the rear
camera detection function, preventing the function from operating properly:

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When backing up in inclement weather (rain, snow, fog, etc.)

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When the rear camera is obscured (dirt, snow, ice, etc. are attached) or scratched

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When a very bright light, such as the sun, or the headlights of another vehicle,
shines directly into the rear camera

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When backing up in a place where the surrounding brightness changes suddenly,
such as at the entrance or exit of a garage or underground parking lot

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When backing up in a dim environment such as during dusk or in an underground
parking lot

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When the camera position and direction are deviated

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When a towing hook is attached

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When water droplets are flowing on the camera lens

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When the rear washer is operating

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When the vehicle height is extremely changed (nose up, nose down)

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When tire chains or an emergency tire puncture repair kit is used

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If the suspension has been modified or tires of a size other than specified are
installed

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When install market electronic parts (such as Illuminated license plate, fog lamps,
etc.) in the camera vicinity

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When install market protection parts (bumper trim, etc.) to the rear bumper

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Situations in which the system may operate unexpectedly

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Even though there are no pedestrians in the detection area, some objects, such as the
following, may be detected, possibly causing the rear camera detection function to
operate.

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Three dimensional objects, such as a pole, traffic cone, fence, or parked vehicle

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Moving objects, such as a car or motorcycle

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Objects moving toward your vehicle when backing up, such as flags or puddles (or
airborne matter, such as smoke, steam, rain, or snow)

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Cobblestone or gravel roads, tram rails, road repairs, white lines, pedestrian cross-
ings or fallen leaves on the road

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Metal covers (gratings), such as those used for drainage ditches

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Objects reflected in a puddle or on a wet road surface

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Shadows on the road

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In some situations, such as the following, the rear camera detection function may
operate even though there are no pedestrians in the detection area.

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When backing up toward the roadside or a bump on the road

•

When backing up toward an incline/decline

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If the rear of the vehicle is raised or lowered due to the carried load

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If a bumper protector, such as an additional trim strip, is installed to the rear bumper

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If the orientation of the rear camera has been changed

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If a towing eyelet is installed to the rear of the vehicle

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When water is flowing over the rear camera lens

•

When the rear camera is obscured (dirt, snow, ice, etc., are attached) or scratched

•

If there is a flashing light in the detection area, such as the emergency flashers of
another vehicle

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When a tire chains or an emergency tire puncture repair kit is used

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Situations in which the rear camera detection function may be difficult to notice

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The buzzer may be difficult to hear if the surrounding area is noisy, the volume of
the audio system volume is high, the air conditioning system is being used, etc.

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If the temperature in the cabin is extremely high or low, the audio system screen
may not operate correctly.

RCD function

Center Display

Pedestrian detection icon
Displayed automatically when a pedestrian
is detected.
(Each time the engine switch is turned off
then changed to ON, the RCD function will
be enabled automatically.)

When a pedestrian is detected

If the rear camera detection function detects a pedestrian in the detection area, the
buzzer and pedestrian detection will operate as follows:

If a pedestrian is detected in area
Buzzer: Sounds repeatedly
Pedestrian detection icon: Blinks

If a pedestrian is detected in area
Buzzer (When the vehicle is stationary):
Sounds 3 times
Buzzer (When the vehicle is backing up,
when a pedestrian approaches the rear of
the vehicle): Sounds repeatedly
Pedestrian detection icon: Blinks

If the system determines that your vehicle
may collide with a pedestrian in area
Buzzer: Sounds repeatedly
Pedestrian detection icon: Blinks

Changing the RCD settings

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Turning the RCD function ON/OFF

The RCD function can be enabled/disabled on the center display as follows:

Select

Select [Driving assist].

Select [Rear camera detection].

When the RCD function is disabled, the driving assist infomation indicator illumi-
nates on the multi-information display.

Changing the RCD buzzer volume

The buzzer volume can be adjusted on the center display.

Select

Select [Driving assist].

Select [Collision mitigation].

Select [Parking assist volume].

Temporarily muting the RCD buzzer

A mute button will be displayed on the center display when an object is detected.
To mute the buzzer, select

.To mute the buzzer, select

. The buzzers for the

Lexus parking assist-sensor, RCTA and RCD function will be muted simultaneously.

INFORMATION

Mute will be canceled automatically in the following situations:

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When the shift position is changed.

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When the vehicle speed exceeds a certain speed.

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When there is a malfunction in a sensor or the system is temporarily unavailable.

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When the operating function is disabled manually.

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When the engine switch is turned off.

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Brake operation when an object is detected while approaching at low
speed

Purpose of the PKSB (Parking Support Brake) system

The PKSB (Parking Support Brake) system consists of the following functions that
operate when driving at a low speed or backing up, such as when parking. When
the system determines that the probability of a collision with a detected object is
high, a warning operates to urge the driver to take evasive action.

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Parking assist function

The system can detect the following as detectable objects. (Detectable objects
differ depending on the function.)

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Static Objects Front and Rear of the vehicle

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Moving Vehicles Rear of the Vehicle

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Pedestrians Rear of the Vehicle

PKSB (Parking Support Brake) system

WARNING

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Cautions regarding the use of the system

Do not overly rely on the system, as doing so may lead to an accident. Always drive while
checking the safety of the surroundings of the vehicle.
Depending on the vehicle and road conditions, weather, etc., the system may not operate.
The detection capabilities of sensors and radars are limited. Always drive while checking
the safety of the surroundings of the vehicle.

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The driver is solely responsible for safe driving. Always drive carefully, taking care to
observe your surroundings. The PKSB (Parking Support Brake) system is designed
to provide support to lessen the severity of collisions. However, it may not operate in
some situations.

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The PKSB (Parking Support Brake) system is not designed to stop the vehicle com-
pletely. Additionally, even if the system has stopped the vehicle, it is necessary to
depress the brake pedal immediately as brake control will be canceled after approxi-
mately 2 seconds.

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It is extremely dangerous to check the system operations by intentionally driving the
vehicle into the direction of a wall, etc. Never attempt such actions.

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WARNING

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When to disable the PKSB (Parking Support Brake) system

In the following situations, disable the PKSB (Parking Support Brake) as the system may
operate even though there is no possibility of a collision.

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When inspecting the vehicle using a chassis roller, chassis dynamo or free roller

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When loading the vehicle onto a boat, truck or other transport vessel

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If the suspension has been modified or tires of a size other than specified are installed

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If the front of the vehicle is raised or lowered due to the carried load

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When equipment that may obstruct a sensor is installed, such as a towing eyelet,
bumper protector (an additional trim strip, etc.), bicycle carrier, or snow plow

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When using automatic car washing devices

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If the vehicle cannot be driven in a stable manner, such as when the vehicle has been in
an accident or is malfunctioning

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When the vehicle is driven in a sporty manner or off-road

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When the tires are not properly inflated

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When the tires are very worn

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When a tire chains, compact spare tire or an emergency tire puncture repair kit is
used

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Precautions for the suspension

Do not modify the suspension of the vehicle. If the height or tilt of the vehicle is changed,
the sensors may not be able to detect detectable objects and the system may not operate
correctly, possibly leading to an accident.

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System overview

If the PKSB (Parking Support Brake) determines that a collision with a detected
object or pedestrian is possible, the engine output will be restricted to restrain
any increase in the vehicle speed. (Engine output restriction control: See figure 2.)
Additionally, if the accelerator pedal continues to be depressed, the brakes will be
applied automatically to reduce the vehicle speed. (Brake control: See figure 3.)

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Figure 1 When the PKSB (Parking Support Brake) is not operating

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Engine output

Braking force

Time

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Figure 2 When engine output restriction control operates

Engine output

Braking force

Time

Engine output restriction control begins op-
erating (System determines that possibility
of collision with detected object is high)

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Figure 3 When engine output restriction control and brake control operates

Engine output

Braking force

Time

Engine output restriction control begins op-
erating (System determines that possibility
of collision with detected object is high)

Brake control begins operating (System de-
termines that possibility of collision with de-
tected object is extremely high)

INFORMATION

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If the PKSB (Parking Support Brake) system has operated

If the vehicle is stopped due to operation of the PKSB (Parking Support Brake), the PKSB
(Parking Support Brake) will be disabled and the driving assist infomation indicator will
illuminate.
If the PKSB (Parking Support Brake) system operates unnecessarily, brake control can
be canceled by depressing the brake pedal or waiting approximately 2 seconds for
it to automatically be canceled. Then, the vehicle can be operated by depressing the
accelerator pedal.

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Re-enabling the PKSB (Parking Support Brake) system

To re-enable the PKSB (Parking Support Brake) when it has been disabled due to
operation of the PKSB (Parking Support Brake), either enable the system again, or turn
the engine switch off and then back to ON.
Additionally, if any of the following conditions are met, the system will be re-enabled
automatically and the driving assist infomation indicator will turn off:

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The P shift position is selected

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The object is no longer detected in the traveling direction of the vehicle

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The traveling direction of the vehicle changes

Turning the PKSB (Parking Support Brake) system ON/OFF

The PKSB (Parking Support Brake) system can be changed between ON (ena-
bled) and OFF (disabled) on the center display.

Select

Select [Driving assist].

Select [Parking support brake] to change ON (enable)/OFF (disabled).

When the PKSB (Parking Support Brake) is disabled, the driving assist infomation
indicator illuminates.
When turned OFF (disabled), the PKSB (Parking Support Brake) will be disabled
and will not be enabled until the setting is changed to ON again in center display.
(The function will not be reenabled by operating the engine switch.)

PKSB (Parking Support Brake) function displays and buzzers

When the engine output restriction control or brake control operates, a buzzer
sounds and a message is displayed on the multi-information display, head-up
display

and center display to alert the driver.

Depending on the situation, output restriction control operates to either limit
acceleration or restrict output as much as possible.

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Engine output restriction control is operating (acceleration restriction)

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Acceleration greater than a certain amount is restricted by the system.

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Multi-information display:"Object Detected Ahead Speed Reduced"

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Head-up display

:"Object Detected Acceleration Reduced"

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Center display: No warning displayed

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Driving assist infomation indicator: Not illuminated

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Buzzer: Does not sound

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Engine output restriction control is operating (output restricted as much as
possible)

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The system has determined that stronger-than-normal brake operation is neces-
sary.

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Multi-information display and head-up display

: "BRAKE!"

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Center display: "BRAKE!"

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Driving assist infomation indicator: Not illuminated

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Buzzer: Short beep

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Brake control is operating

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The system determined that emergency braking is necessary.

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Multi-information display and head-up display

: "BRAKE!"

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Center display: "BRAKE!"

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Driving assist infomation indicator: Not illuminated

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Buzzer: Short beep

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Vehicle stopped by system operation

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The vehicle has been stopped by brake control operation.

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Multi-information display: "Accelerator Pedal is Pressed Press Brake Pedal" (If
the accelerator pedal is not depressed, "Press Brake Pedal" will be displayed.)

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Head-up display

: "Accelerator Pedal is Pressed Press Brake Pedal" (If the

accelerator pedal is not depressed, "Press Brake Pedal" will be displayed.)

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Center display: "Press Brake Pedal"

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Driving assist infomation indicator: Illuminated

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Buzzer: Sounds repeatedly

Static Objects Front and Rear of the vehicle

If the sensors detect a static object, such as a wall, in the travelling direction of the
vehicle and the system determines that a collision may occur due to the vehicle
suddenly moving forward due to an accidental accelerator pedal operation, the

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vehicle moving the unintended direction due to the wrong shift position, or while
parking or traveling at low speeds, the system will operate to lessen the impact with
the detected static object and reduce the resulting damage.

INFORMATION

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The system will operate when

The function will operate when the driving assist infomation indicator is not illuminated or
flashing and all of the following conditions are met:

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Engine output restriction control

•

PKSB (Parking Support Brake) system is enabled.

•

The vehicle speed is approximately 15 km/h (9 mph) or less.

•

There is a static object in the traveling direction of the vehicle (approximately 2 to 4
m [6 to 13 ft.] ahead).

•

The Parking Support Brake determines that a stronger-than-normal brake opera-
tion is necessary to avoid a collision.

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Brake control

•

Engine output restriction control is operating.

•

The Parking Support Brake determines that an immediate brake operation is
necessary to avoid a collision.

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The system will stop operating when

The function will stop operating if any of the following conditions are met:

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Engine output restriction control

•

PKSB (Parking Support Brake) system is disabled.

•

The system determines that the collision has become avoidable with normal brake
operation.

•

The static object is no longer in the traveling direction of the vehicle or approxi-
mately 2 to 4 m (6 to 13 ft.) away from the vehicle.

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Brake control

•

PKSB (Parking Support Brake) system is disabled.

•

Approximately 2 seconds have elapsed since the vehicle was stopped by brake
control.

•

The brake pedal is depressed after the vehicle is stopped by brake control.

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The static object is no longer in the traveling direction of the vehicle or approxi-
mately 2 to 4 m (6 to 13 ft.) away from the vehicle.

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Detection range

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The detection range of the system differs from the detection range of the Lexus parking
assist-sensor.
Therefore, even if the Lexus parking assist-sensor detects a static object and provides a
warning, the PKSB (Parking Support Brake) system may not start operating.

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Lexus parking assist-sensor buzzer

Regardless of whether the Lexus parking assist-sensor buzzer is enabled or not, if the
PKSB (Parking Support Brake) system is enabled, the front or rear sensors detect an
object and brake control is performed, the Lexus parking assist-sensor buzzer will sound
to notify the driver of the approximate distance to the object.

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Situations in which the system may not operate properly

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P.379

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Situations in which the system may operate even if there is no possibility of a
collision

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P.378

WARNING

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If the PKSB (Parking Support Brake) system operates unnecessarily, such as at a
railroad crossing

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P.398

Static Objects Front and Rear of the vehicle sensors

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P.382

WARNING

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To ensure the system can operate properly

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P.378

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Notes when washing the vehicle

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P.382

Static Objects Front and Rear of the vehicle operation examples

The system operates in the following situations when a static object is detected in
the traveling direction of the vehicle.

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When the vehicle is traveling at a low speed
and the brake pedal is not depressed, or is
depressed late

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When the accelerator pedal is depressed ex-
cessively

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When the moves forward due to the incorrect
shift position being selected

Moving Vehicles Rear of the Vehicle

If a rear radar sensor detects a vehicle approaching from the right or left at the rear
of the vehicle and the system determines that the possibility of a collision is high,

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this function will perform brake control to reduce the likelihood of an impact with
the approaching vehicle.

INFORMATION

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The system will operate when

The function will operate when the driving assist infomation indicator is not illuminated or
flashing and all of the following conditions are met:

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Engine output restriction control

•

PKSB (Parking Support Brake) system is enabled.

•

The vehicle speed is 15 km/h (9 mph) or less.

•

Vehicles are approaching from the right or left at the rear of the vehicle at a
traveling speed of approximately 8 km/h (5 mph) or more.

•

The shift position is in R.

•

The PKSB (Parking Support Brake) determines that a stronger than normal brake
operation is necessary to avoid a collision with an approaching vehicle.

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Brake control

•

Engine output restriction control is operating.

•

The PKSB (Parking Support Brake) determines that an emergency brake operation
is necessary to avoid a collision with an approaching vehicle.

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The system will stop operating when

The function will stop operating if any of the following conditions are met:

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Engine output restriction control

•

PKSB (Parking Support Brake) system is disabled.

•

The collision becomes avoidable with normal brake operation.

•

A vehicle is no longer approaching from the right or left at the rear of the vehicle.

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Brake control

•

PKSB (Parking Support Brake) system is disabled.

•

Approximately 2 seconds have elapsed since the vehicle was stopped by brake
control.

•

The brake pedal is depressed after the vehicle is stopped by brake control.

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A vehicle is no longer approaching from the right or left at the rear of the vehicle.

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Detection range

The detection range of the system differs from the detection area of the RCTA function.

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Therefore, even if the RCTA function detects a vehicle and provides an alert, the

PKSB (Parking Support Brake) system may not start operating.

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RCTA buzzer

Regardless of whether the RCTA function is on or off, if the PKSB (Parking Support
Brake) system is not disabled, when the brake control operates, the buzzer will sound to
alert the driver.

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Situations in which the system may not operate properly

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P.386

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Situations in which the system may operate even if there is no possibility of a
collision

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P.386

Examples of the Moving Vehicles Rear of the Vehicle operation

This function will operate in situations such as the following if a vehicle is detected
in the traveling direction of the vehicle.

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When reversing, a vehicle is approaching and the brake pedal is not de-
pressed, or is depressed late

Moving Vehicles Rear of the Vehicle sensors

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P.365

WARNING

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To ensure the system can operate properly

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P.365

Pedestrians Rear of the Vehicle

If the rear camera sensor detects a pedestrian behind the vehicle while backing
up and the system determines that the possibility of colliding with the detected
pedestrian is high, a buzzer will sound. If the system determines that the possibility

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of colliding with the detected pedestrian is extremely high, the brakes will be
applied automatically to help reduce the impact of the collision.

INFORMATION

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The system will operate when

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The function will operate when the driving assist infomation indicator is not illuminated
or flashing and all of the following conditions are met:

•

Engine output restriction control

•

PKSB (Parking Support Brake) system is enabled.

•

The vehicle speed is approximately 15 km/h (9 mph) or less.

•

The shift position is in R.

•

The rear camera sensor detects a pedestrian behind the vehicle while backing
up and the system determines that the possibility of colliding with the detected
pedestrian is high.

•

The PKSB (Parking Support Brake) determines that a stronger-than-normal brake
operation is necessary to avoid a collision.

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Brake control

•

Engine output restriction control is operating.

•

The PKSB (Parking Support Brake) determines that an emergency brake operation
is necessary to avoid a collision with a pedestrians.

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The system will stop operating when

The function will stop operating if any of the following conditions are met:

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Engine output restriction control

•

PKSB (Parking Support Brake) system is disabled.

•

The collision becomes avoidable with normal brake operation.

•

The pedestrian is no longer detected behind your vehicle.

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Brake control

•

PKSB (Parking Support Brake) system is disabled.

•

Approximately 2 seconds have elapsed since the vehicle was stopped by brake
control.

•

The brake pedal is depressed after the vehicle is stopped by brake control.

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The pedestrian is no longer detected behind your vehicle.

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