2018-Flex-Owner's-Manual

Driving Aids

SystemSensor Blockage

Note: When towing a trailer, the sensors may detect the trailer thus causing a false alert. It may be desirable to turn the Blind Spot Information System off if the false alerts become annoying. SystemErrors If the system senses a problem with the left or right sensor, the telltale will illuminate and a message will appear in the information display. See Information The system does have its limitations; situations such as severe weather conditions or debris build-up on the sensor may limit vehicle detection. The following are other situations thatmay limit the system: • Certain maneuvering of vehicles entering and exiting the blind zone. • Vehicles passing through theblind zone at very fast rates. • When several vehicles forming a convoy pass through the blind zone. Switching the SystemOff and On You can temporarily switch the Blind Spot Information System off in the information display. See General Information (page 97). When the Blind Spot Information System switches off, you will not receive alerts and the information display shows a system off message. The telltale in the cluster also illuminates. When you switch the Blind Spot Information System on or off, the alert indicators flash twice. Note: The system switches back on every time you start your vehicle. Messages (page 105). SystemLimitations

E205199 The system uses radar sensors that are located behind the bumper fascia on each side of your vehicle. Any dirt, mud and snow in front of the sensors and/or driving in heavy rain can cause system degradation. Also, other types of obstructions in front of the sensor can cause system degradation. This is referred to as a ‘blocked’ condition. Note: Do not apply bumper stickers and/or repair compound to these areas, this can cause degraded system performance. If the system detects a degraded performancecondition, amessagewarning of a blocked sensor will appear in the information display. Also the system alert indicators will remain ON and the system will no longer provide any vehiclewarnings. You can clear the information display warning but the alert indicatorswill remain illuminated. A "blocked" condition can be cleared in two ways: • After the blockage in front of the sensors is removed or the rainfall/snowfall rate decreases or stops, drive for a few minutes in traffic to allow the sensors to detect passing vehicles. • By cycling the ignition from ON to OFF and then back ON.

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