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• When the temperature around the radar sensor is outside of the opera-

tional range, such as when the vehicle is in the sun or in an extremely cold 

environment

• When the front camera cannot detect objects in front of the vehicle, such 

as when driving in the dark, snow, or fog, or when bright lights are shining 

into the front camera

• Depending on the conditions in the vicinity of the vehicle, the radar may 

judge the surrounding environment can not be properly recognized. In that 

case, “Pre-Collision System Unavailable See Owner’s Manual” is dis-

played.

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The system can detect the fol-
lowing (The detectable objects 
differs depending on the func-
tion.):

Vehicles

Bicyclists

Pedestrians

Pre-collision warning

When the system determines 
that the possibility of a frontal 
collision is high, a buzzer will 
sound and a warning message 
will be displayed on the multi-
information display to urge the 
driver to take evasive action.

“BRAKE!”

Pre-collision brake assist

When the system determines 
that the possibility of a frontal 
collision is high, the system 
applies greater braking force in 
relation to how strongly the 
brake pedal is depressed.

Pre-collision braking

If the system determines that 
the possibility of a frontal colli-
sion is extremely high, the 
brakes are automatically applied 
to help avoid the collision or 
reduce the impact of the colli-
sion.

PCS (Pre-Collision Sys-

tem)

The pre-collision system 
uses a radar sensor and 
front camera to detect 
objects (

P.212) in front of 

the vehicle. When the sys-
tem determines that the 
possibility of a frontal colli-
sion with an object is high, a 
warning operates to urge 
the driver to take evasive 
action and the potential 
brake pressure is increased 
to help the driver avoid the 
collision. If the system 
determines that the possi-
bility of a frontal collision 
with an object is extremely 
high, the brakes are auto-
matically applied to help 
avoid the collision or help 
reduce the impact of the col-
lision.

The pre-collision system can 
be disabled/enabled and the 
warning timing can be 
changed. (

P.215)

Detectable objects

System functions

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Emergency steering assist

If the system determines that 
the possibility of a frontal colli-
sion is high and that there is suf-
ficient space for the vehicle to 
be steered into within its lane, 
and the driver has begun eva-
sive maneuver or steering, 
emergency steering assist will 
assist the steering movements 
to help enhance the vehicle sta-
bility and for lane departure pre-
vention. During operation, the 
indicator will illuminate in green.

Intersection right/left turn 
assistance

If the system determines that 
there is a high possibility of a 
collision in the following situa-
tions, it will assist with Pre-colli-
sion warning and, if necessary 
Pre-collision braking.
Depending on the configuration 
of the intersection, it may not be 
possible to support.

When you turn right/left at an 
intersection and cross the 
path of an oncoming vehicle

When you turn right/left, 
pedestrian is detected in the 
forward direction and esti-
mated to enter your vehicle’s 
path (bicyclists are not 
detected.)

WARNING

Limitations of the pre-colli-

sion system

The driver is solely responsible 

for safe driving. Always drive 

safely, taking care to observe 

your surroundings.

Do not use the pre-collision sys-

tem instead of normal braking 

operations under any circum-

stances. This system will not 

prevent collisions or lessen col-

lision damage or injury in every 

situation. Do not overly rely on 

this system. Failure to do so 

may lead to an accident, result-

ing in death or serious injury.

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WARNING

Although this system is 

designed to help avoid a colli-

sion or help reduce the impact 

of the collision, its effectiveness 

may change according to vari-

ous conditions, therefore the 

system may not always be able 

to achieve the same level of 

performance.

Read the following conditions 

carefully. Do not overly rely on 

this system and always drive 

carefully.

• Conditions under which the sys-

tem may operate even if there is 

no possibility of a collision: 

P.219

• Conditions under which the sys-

tem may not operate properly: 

P.220

Do not attempt to test the oper-

ation of the pre-collision system 

yourself.

Depending on the objects used 

for testing (dummies, card-

board objects imitating detect-

able objects, etc.), the system 

may not operate properly, possi-

bly leading to an accident.

Pre-collision braking

When the pre-collision braking 

function is operating, a large 

amount of braking force will be 

applied.

If the vehicle is stopped by the 

operation of the pre-collision 

braking function, the pre-colli-

sion braking function operation 

will be canceled after approxi-

mately 2 seconds. Depress the 

brake pedal as necessary.

The pre-collision braking func-

tion may not operate if certain 

operations are performed by the 

driver. If the accelerator pedal is 

being depressed strongly or the 

steering wheel is being turned, 

the system may determine that 

the driver is taking evasive 

action and possibly prevent the 

pre-collision braking function 

from operating.

In some situations, while the 

pre-collision braking function is 

operating, operation of the func-

tion may be canceled if the 

accelerator pedal is depressed 

strongly or the steering wheel is 

turned and the system deter-

mines that the driver is taking 

evasive action.

If the brake pedal is being 

depressed, the system may 

determine that the driver is tak-

ing evasive action and possibly 

delay the operation timing of the 

pre-collision braking function.

Emergency steering assist

As emergency steering assist 

operation will be canceled when 

the system determines that lane 

departure prevention function 

has been completed.

Emergency steering assist may 

not operate or may be cancel in 

the following cases as the sys-

tem may determine the driver is 

taking actions.

• If the accelerator pedal is being 

depressed strongly, the steering 

wheel is being operated sharply, 

the brake pedal is being 

depressed or the turn signal 

lever is being operated. In this 

case, the system may deter-

mine that the driver is taking 

evasive action and the emer-

gency steering assist may not 

operate.

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Enabling/disabling the pre-
collision system

The pre-collision system can be 
enabled/disabled on 

 

(

P.498) of the multi-informa-

tion display.

The system is automatically 
enabled each time the power 
switch is turned to ON.

If the system is disabled, the 
PCS warning light will turn on 
and a message will be displayed 
on the multi-information display.

WARNING

• In some situations, while the 

emergency steering assist is 

operating, operation of the func-

tion may be canceled if the 

accelerator pedal is depressed 

strongly, the steering wheel is 

operated sharply or the brake 

pedal is being depressed and 

the system determines that the 

driver is taking evasive action.

• When the emergency steering 

assist is operating, if the steer-

ing wheel is held firmly or is 

operated in the opposite direc-

tion to that which the system is 

generating torque, the function 

may be canceled.

When to disable the pre-colli-

sion system

In the following situations, disable 

the system, as it may not operate 

properly, possibly leading to an 

accident resulting in death or seri-

ous injury:

When the vehicle is being towed

When your vehicle is towing 

another vehicle

When transporting the vehicle 

via truck, boat, train or similar 

means of transportation

When the vehicle is raised on a 

lift with the fuel cell system on 

and the tires are allowed to 

rotate freely

When inspecting the vehicle 

using a drum tester such as a 

chassis dynamometer or speed-

ometer tester, or when using an 

on vehicle wheel balancer

When a strong impact is applied 

to the front bumper or front 

grille, due to an accident or 

other reasons

If the vehicle cannot be driven in 

a stable manner, such as when 

the vehicle has been in an acci-

dent or is malfunctioning

When the vehicle is driven in a 

sporty manner or off-road

When the tires are not properly 

inflated

When the tires are very worn

When tires of a size other than 

specified are installed

When tire chains are installed

When a compact spare tire or 

an emergency tire puncture 

repair kit is used

If equipment (snow plow, etc.) 

that may obstruct the radar sen-

sor or front camera is temporar-

ily installed to the vehicle

Changing settings of the 
pre-collision system

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“Pre-Collision System OFF”

Changing the pre-collision 
warning timing

The pre-collision warning timing 
can be changed on 

 

(

P.498) of the multi-informa-

tion display.

The warning timing setting is 
retained when the power switch is 
turned off. However, if the pre-colli-
sion system is disabled and re-
enabled, the operation timing will 
return to the default setting (mid-
dle).

If the pre-collision warning tim-
ing is changed, emergency 
steering assist timing will also 
be changed accordingly.
If late is selected, emergency 
steering assist would not oper-
ate in case of an emergency.

1

Early

2

Middle

This is the default setting.

3

Late

Operational conditions for each pre-collision function

The pre-collision system is enabled and the system determines that the pos-

sibility of a frontal collision with a detected object is high.
The system may not operate in the following situations:
• If a 12-volt battery terminal has been disconnected and reconnected and 

then the vehicle has not been driven for a certain amount of time

• If the shift position is in R
• When the VSC OFF indicator is illuminated (only the pre-collision warning 

function will be operational)

The operation speeds and operation cancelation for each function is listed 

below.

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Pre-collision warning

While the pre-collision warning function is operating, if the steering wheel is 

operated heavily or suddenly, the pre-collision warning may be canceled.

Pre-collision brake assist

Pre-collision braking

If either of the following occur while the pre-collision braking function is oper-

ating, it will be canceled:
• The accelerator pedal is depressed strongly.
• The steering wheel is turned sharply or abruptly.

Detectable objects

Vehicle speed

Relative speed between 

your vehicle and object

Preceding and stopped 
vehicles

Approx. 7 to 110 mph 
(10 to 180 km/h)

Approx. 7 to 110 mph 
(10 to 180 km/h)

Oncoming vehicles

Approx. 7 to 110 mph 
(10 to 180 km/h)

Approx. 13 to 110 mph 
(20 to 180 km/h)

Bicyclists and pedestri-
ans

Approx. 7 to 50 mph (10 
to 80 km/h)

Approx. 7 to 50 mph (10 
to 80 km/h)

Detectable objects

Vehicle speed

Relative speed between 

your vehicle and object

Preceding and stopped 
vehicles

Approx. 20 to 110 mph 
(30 to 180 km/h)

Approx. 20 to 110 mph 
(30 to 180 km/h)

Bicyclists and pedestri-
ans

Approx. 20 to 50 mph 
(30 to 80 km/h)

Approx. 20 to 50 mph 
(30 to 80 km/h)

Detectable objects

Vehicle speed

Relative speed between 

your vehicle and object

Preceding and stopped 
vehicles

Approx. 7 to 110 mph 
(10 to 180 km/h)

Approx. 7 to 110 mph 
(10 to 180 km/h)

Oncoming vehicles

Approx. 7 to 110 mph 
(10 to 180 km/h)

Approx. 13 to 110 mph 
(20 to 180 km/h)

Bicyclists and pedestri-
ans

Approx. 7 to 50 mph (10 
to 80 km/h)

Approx. 7 to 50 mph (10 
to 80 km/h)

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Emergency steering assist

When the turn signal lights are flashing, emergency steering assist will not 
operate in case of an emergency.

If any of the following occur while the emergency steering assist function is 

operating, it will be canceled:
• The accelerator pedal is depressed strongly.
• The steering wheel is turned sharply or abruptly.
• The brake pedal is depressed.

Intersection right/left turn assistance (pre-collision warning)

When the turn signal lights are not flashing, support for turning left or right at 
an intersection which targets oncoming vehicles does not work.

Intersection right/left turn assistance (pre-collision braking)

When the turn signal lights are not flashing, support for turning left or right at 
an intersection which targets oncoming vehicles does not work.

Object detection function

The system detects objects based 

on their size, profile, motion, etc. 

However, an object may not be 

detected depending on the sur-

rounding brightness and the motion, 

posture, and angle of the detected 

object, preventing the system from 

operating properly. (

P.220)

The illustration shows an image of 

Detectable objects

Vehicle speed

Relative speed between 

your vehicle and object

Preceding and stopped 

vehicles, bicyclists and 

pedestrians

Approx. 25 to 50 mph 

(40 to 80 km/h)

Approx. 25 to 50 mph 

(40 to 80 km/h)

Detect-

able 

objects

Vehicle speed

Oncoming vehicle 

speed

Relative speed 

between your vehi-

cle and object

Oncoming 

vehicles

Approx. 7 to 15 mph 

(10 to 25 km/h)

Approx. 20 to 35 

mph (30 to 55 km/h)

Approx. 25 to 50 

mph (40 to 80 km/h)

Pedestri-

ans

Approx. 7 to 15 mph 

(10 to 25 km/h)

-

Approx. 7 to 15 mph 

(10 to 25 km/h)

Detect-

able 

objects

Vehicle speed

Oncoming vehicle 

speed

Relative speed 

between your vehi-

cle and object

Oncoming 

vehicles

Approx. 10 to 15 

mph (15 to 25 km/h)

Approx. 20 to 28 

mph (30 to 45 km/h)

Approx. 28 to 43 

mph (45 to 70 km/h)

Pedestri-

ans

Approx. 7 to 15 mph 

(10 to 25 km/h)

-

Approx. 7 to 15 mph 

(10 to 25 km/h)

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detectable objects.

Conditions under which the 

system may operate even if 

there is no possibility of a colli-

sion

In some situations such as the fol-

lowing, the system may determine 

that there is a possibility of a fron-

tal collision and operate.

• When passing a detectable object, 

etc.

• When changing lanes while over-

taking a detectable object, etc.

• When approaching a detectable 

object in an adjacent lane or on 

the roadside, such as when 

changing the course of travel or 

driving on a winding road

• When rapidly closing on a detect-

able object, etc.

• When approaching objects on the 

roadside, such as detectable 

objects, guardrails, utility poles, 

trees, or walls

• When there is a detectable object 

or other object by the roadside at 

the entrance of a curve

• When there are patterns or paint 

in front of your vehicle that may be 

mistaken for a detectable object

• When the front of your vehicle is 

hit by water, snow, dust, etc.

• When overtaking a detectable 

object that is changing lanes or 

making a right/left turn

• When passing a detectable object 

in an oncoming lane that is 

stopped to make a right/left turn

• When a detectable object 

approaches very close and then 

stops before entering the path of 

your vehicle

• If the front of your vehicle is raised 

or lowered, such as when on an 

uneven or undulating road surface

• When driving on a road sur-

rounded by a structure, such as in 

a tunnel or on an iron bridge

• When there is a metal object 

(manhole cover, steel plate, etc.), 

steps, or a protrusion in front of 

your vehicle

• When passing under an object 

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(road sign, billboard, etc.)

• When approaching an electric toll 

gate barrier, parking area barrier, 

or other barrier that opens and 

closes

• When using an automatic car 

wash

• When driving through or under 

objects that may contact your 

vehicle, such as thick grass, tree 

branches, or a banner

• When driving through steam or 

smoke

• When driving near an object that 

reflects radio waves, such as a 

large truck or guardrail

• When driving near a TV tower, 

broadcasting station, electric 

power plant, radar equipped vehi-

cles, etc., or other location where 

strong radio waves or electrical 

noise may be present

• When there are many things 

which can reflect the radio waves 

of the radar in the vicinity (tunnels, 

truss bridges, gravel roads, snow 

covered road that have tracks, 

etc.)

• While making a right/left turn, 

when an oncoming vehicle or a 

crossing pedestrian has already 

exited the path of your vehicle

• While making a right/left turn, 

closely in front of an oncoming 

vehicle or a crossing pedestrian.

• While making a right/left turn, 

when an oncoming vehicle or a 

crossing pedestrian stops before 

entering the path of your vehicle

• While making a right/left turn, 

when an oncoming vehicle turns 

right/left in front of your vehicle

• While steering into the direction of 

oncoming traffic

Situations in which the system 

may not operate properly

In some situations such as the fol-

lowing, an object may not be 

detected by the radar sensor and 

front camera, preventing the sys-

tem from operating properly:

• When a detectable object is 

approaching your vehicle

• When your vehicle or a detectable 

object is wobbling

• If a detectable object makes an 

abrupt maneuver (such as sudden 

swerving, acceleration or deceler-

ation)

• When your vehicle approaches a 

detectable object rapidly

• When a detectable object is not 

directly in front of your vehicle

• When a detectable object is near 

a wall, fence, guardrail, manhole 

cover, vehicle, steel plate on the 

road, etc.

• When a detectable object is under 

a structure

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• When part of a detectable object 

is hidden by an object, such as 

large baggage, an umbrella, or 

guardrail

• When there are many things 

which can reflect the radio waves 

of the radar in the vicinity (tunnels, 

truss bridges, gravel roads, snow 

covered road that have tracks, 

etc.)

• When there is an effect on the 

radio waves to the radar that is 

installed on another vehicle

• When multiple detectable objects 

are close together

• If the sun or other light is shining 

directly on a detectable object

• When a detectable object is a 

shade of white and looks 

extremely bright

• When a detectable object appears 

to be nearly the same color or 

brightness as its surroundings

• If a detectable object cuts or sud-

denly emerges in front of your 

vehicle

• When the front of your vehicle is 

hit by water, snow, dust, etc.

• When a very bright light ahead, 

such as the sun or the headlights 

of oncoming traffic, shines directly 

into the front camera

• When approaching the side or 

front of a vehicle ahead

• If a vehicle ahead is a motorcycle

• If a vehicle ahead is narrow, such 

as a personal mobility vehicle

• If a preceding vehicle has a small 

rear end, such as an unloaded 

truck

• If a preceding vehicle has a low 

rear end, such as a low bed trailer

• If a vehicle ahead has extremely 

high ground clearance

• If a vehicle ahead is carrying a 

load which protrudes past its rear 

bumper

• If a vehicle ahead is irregularly 

shaped, such as a tractor or side 

car

• If a vehicle ahead is a child sized 

bicycle, a bicycle that is carrying a 

large load, a bicycle ridden by 

more than one person, or a 

uniquely shaped bicycle (bicycle 

with a child seat, tandem bicycle, 

etc.)

• If a pedestrian/or the riding height 

of a bicyclist ahead is shorter than 

approximately 3.2 ft. (1 m) or taller 

than approximately 6.5 ft. (2 m)

• If a pedestrian/bicyclist is wearing 

oversized clothing (a rain coat, 

long skirt, etc.), making their sil-

houette obscure

• If a pedestrian is bending forward 

or squatting or bicyclist is bending 

forward

• If a pedestrian/bicyclist is moving 

fast

• If a pedestrian is pushing a 

stroller, wheelchair, bicycle or 

other vehicle

• When driving in inclement weather 

such as heavy rain, fog, snow or a 

sandstorm

• When driving through steam or 

smoke

• When the surrounding area is dim, 

such as at dawn or dusk, or while 

at night or in a tunnel, making a 

detectable object appear to be 

nearly the same color as its sur-

roundings

• When driving in a place where the 

surrounding brightness changes 

suddenly, such as at the entrance 

or exit of a tunnel

• After the fuel cell system has 

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started the vehicle has not been 

driven for a certain amount of time

• While making a left/right turn and 

for a few seconds after making a 

left/right turn

• While driving on a curve and for a 

few seconds after driving on a 

curve

• If your vehicle is skidding

• If the front of the vehicle is raised 

or lowered

• If the wheels are misaligned

• If a wiper blade is blocking the 

front camera

• The vehicle is being driven at 

extremely high speeds

• When driving on a hill

• If the radar sensor or front camera 

is misaligned

• When driving in a traffic lane sep-

arated by more than one lane 

where oncoming vehicles are driv-

ing while making a right/left turn

• When largely out of place with the 

opposite facing targeted oncom-

ing vehicle during a right/left turn

• While making a right/left turn, 

when a pedestrian approaches 

from behind or side of your vehicle

In addition to the above, in some 

situations, such as the following, 

the emergency steering assist 

may not operate.

• When the white (yellow) lane lines 

are difficult to see, such as when 

they are faint, diverging/merging, 

or a shadow is cast upon them

• When the lane is wider or nar-

rower than normal

• When there is a light and dark pat-

tern on the road surface, such as 

due to road repairs

• When the target is too close

• When there is insufficient safe or 

unobstructed space for the vehicle 

to be steered into

• If oncoming vehicle is present

• If VSC function is operating

In some situations such as the fol-

lowing, sufficient braking force or 

steering force may not be 

obtained, preventing the system 

from performing properly:

• If the braking functions cannot 

operate to their full extent, such as 

when the brake parts are 

extremely cold, extremely hot, or 

wet

• If the vehicle is not properly main-

tained (brakes or tires are exces-

sively worn, improper tire inflation 

pressure, etc.)

• When the vehicle is being driven 

on a gravel road or other slippery 

surface

• When the road surface has deep 

wheel tracks

• When driving on a hill road

• When driving on a road that has 

inclines to the left or right

If VSC is disabled

If VSC is disabled (

P.316), th

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pre-collision brake assist and pre-

collision braking functions are also 

disabled.

The PCS warning light will turn on 

and “VSC Turned OFF Pre-Colli-

sion Brake System Unavailable” 

will be displayed on the multi-

information display.

While driving on a road with 
clear white (yellow) lane lines, 
the LTA system warns the driver 
if the vehicle may deviate from 
the current lane or course

*

, and 

also can slightly operate the 
steering wheel to help avoid 
deviation from the lane or 
course

*

. Also, while the dynamic 

radar cruise control with full-
speed range is operating, this 
system will operate the steering 
wheel to maintain the vehicle’s 
lane position.
The LTA system recognizes 
white (yellow) lane lines or a 
course

*

 using the front camera. 

Additionally, it detects preceding 
vehicles using the front camera 
and radar.

*

: Boundary between asphalt and 

the side of the road, such as 
grass, soil, or a curb

LTA (Lane Tracing 

Assist)

Summary of functions

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WARNING

Before using LTA system

Do not rely solely upon the LTA 

system. The LTA system does 

not automatically drive the vehi-

cle or reduce the amount of 

attention that must be paid to 

the area in front of the vehicle. 

The driver must always assume 

full responsibility for driving 

safely by paying careful atten-

tion to the surrounding condi-

tions and operating the steering 

wheel to correct the path of the 

vehicle. Also, the driver must 

take adequate breaks when 

fatigued, such as from driving 

for a long period of time.

Failure to perform appropriate 

driving operations and pay care-

ful attention may lead to an 

accident, resulting in death or 

serious injury.

Situations unsuitable for LTA 

system

In the following situations, use the 

LTA switch to turn the system off. 

Failure to do so may lead to an 

accident, resulting in death or 

serious injury.

Vehicle is driven on a road sur-

face which is slippery due to 

rainy weather, fallen snow, 

freezing, etc.

Vehicle is driven on a snow-cov-

ered road.

White (yellow) lines are difficult 

to see due to rain, snow, fog, 

dust, etc.

Vehicle is driven in a temporary 

lane or restricted lane due to 

construction work.

Vehicle is driven in a construc-

tion zone.

A spare tire, tire chains, etc., 

are equipped.

When the tires have been 

excessively worn, or when the 

tire inflation pressure is low.

During emergency towing.

Preventing LTA system mal-

functions and operations per-

formed by mistake

Do not modify the headlights or 

place stickers, etc., on the sur-

face of the lights.

Do not modify the suspension, 

etc. If the suspension, etc., 

needs to be replaced, contact 

your Toyota dealer.

Do not install or place anything 

on the hood or grille. Also, do 

not install a grille guard (bull 

bars, kangaroo bar, etc.).

If your windshield needs 

repairs, contact your Toyota 

dealer.

Conditions in which functions 

may not operate properly

In the following situations, the 

functions may not operate prop-

erly and the vehicle may depart 

from its lane. Drive safely by 

always paying careful attention to 

your surroundings and operate 

the steering wheel to correct the 

path of the vehicle without relying 

solely on the functions.

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WARNING

When the follow-up cruising dis-

play is displayed (

P.229) an

the preceding vehicle changes 

lanes. (Your vehicle may follow 

the preceding vehicle and also 

change lanes.)

When the follow-up cruising dis-

play is displayed (

P.229) an

the preceding vehicle is sway-

ing. (Your vehicle may sway 

accordingly and depart from the 

lane.)

When the follow-up cruising dis-

play is displayed (

P.229) an

the preceding vehicle departs 

from its lane. (Your vehicle may 

follow the preceding vehicle and 

depart from the lane.)

When the follow-up cruising dis-

play is displayed (

P.229) an

the preceding vehicle is being 

driven extremely close to the 

left/right lane line. (Your vehicle 

may follow the preceding vehi-

cle and depart from the lane.)

Vehicle is being driven around a 

sharp curve.

Objects or patterns that could 

be mistaken for white (yellow) 

lines are present on the side of 

the road (guardrails, reflective 

poles, etc.).

Vehicle is driven where the road 

diverges, merges, etc.

Repair marks of asphalt, white 

(yellow) lines, etc., are present 

due to road repair.

There are shadows on the road 

that run parallel with, or cover, 

the white (yellow) lines.

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WARNING

The vehicle is driven in an area 

without white (yellow) lines, 

such as in front of a tollgate or 

checkpoint, or at an intersec-

tion, etc.

The white (yellow) lines are 

cracked, “Botts’ dots”, “Raised 

pavement marker” or stones are 

present.

The white (yellow) lines cannot 

be seen or are difficult to see 

due to sand, etc.

The vehicle is driven on a road 

surface that is wet due to rain, 

puddles, etc.

The traffic lines are yellow 

(which may be more difficult to 

recognize than lines that are 

white).

The white (yellow) lines cross 

over a curb, etc.

The vehicle is driven on a bright 

surface, such as concrete.

If the edge of the road is not 

clear or straight.

The vehicle is driven on a sur-

face that is bright due to 

reflected light, etc.

The vehicle is driven in an area 

where the brightness changes 

suddenly, such as at the 

entrances and exits of tunnels, 

etc.

Light from the headlights of an 

oncoming vehicle, the sun, etc., 

enters the camera.

The vehicle is driven on a slope.

The vehicle is driven on a road 

which tilts left or right, or a wind-

ing road.

The vehicle is driven on an 

unpaved or rough road.

The traffic lane is excessively 

narrow or wide.

The vehicle is extremely tilted 

due to carrying heavy luggage 

or having improper tire pres-

sure.

The distance to the preceding 

vehicle is extremely short.

The vehicle is moving up and 

down a large amount due to 

road conditions during driving 

(poor roads or road seams).

When driving in a tunnel or at 

night with the headlights off or 

when a headlight is dim due to 

its lens being dirty or it being 

misaligned.

The vehicle is struck by a cross-

wind.

The vehicle is affected by wind 

from a vehicle driven in a 

nearby lane.

The vehicle has just changed 

lanes or crossed an intersec-

tion.

Tires which differ by structure, 

manufacturer, brand or tread 

pattern are used.

When tires of a size other than 

specified are installed.

Snow tires, etc., are equipped.

The vehicle is being driven at 

extremely high speeds.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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