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Active System (Hands Removed From The
Steering Wheel For A Long Time)
If the driver still has not returned their hands to
the steering wheel after the screen above is
displayed, the following screen will now appear in
the instrument cluster display, and an acoustic
signal will sound until the driver regains control of
the vehicle.
Hands Removed Final Warning
If the driver’s hands are not returned to the
steering wheel after an extended period of time,
a deactivation message will appear on the
instrument cluster display. The steering wheel
control will be deactivated.
This display will remain active even when the
driver’s hands are removed from the steering
wheel. The symbol on the display will turn grey.
The ACC system and Lane Departure Warning
systems will also be disabled.
When HAS is active, the Lane Keeping Assist
(LKA)/ Lane Departure Warning (LDW) systems (if
equipped), if previously activated, will remain
activated.
LIMITED SYSTEM AVAILABILITY/
O
PERATION
System Availability
External factors and conditions may affect the
proper operation of the HAS system, such as:
Narrow, winding, curvy streets
Poor visibility (due to heavy rain, snow, fog,
etc.)
Front lights of oncoming vehicles or direct
sunlight or shade
Damage or obstructions caused by mud, ice,
snow, etc.
Bumper damaged or not aligned
Interference with other equipment that causes
electromagnetic waves
Presence of roadwork/road construction sites
If the indications given by the navigation
system (if any) of the radio system are not yet
ready and/or if the navigation system is
recalculating the route
System Limited Operation
The HAS system may have limited or reduced
functionality when one of the following conditions
occur:
Lane markings are not clear or in conditions of
poor visibility (e.g. in heavy rain, snow, fog,
etc.)
Either the camera or radar are damaged,
covered, or obstructed (e.g. by mud, ice, snow,
etc.)
When driving on hills or roads with narrow
bends
Near highway toll booths
When the highway entrance or exit is wider
than 20 ft (6 m)
If the camera is exposed to glare caused by
reflections or direct sunlight
If the navigation system information is
unavailable or being recalculated

NOTE:

If the vehicle approaches a bend that is too
narrow with respect to the current speed, the
HAS system will disable.
If damage to the windshield occurs, have the
windshield replaced by an authorized dealer as
soon as possible.
WARNING!
To prevent serious injury or death:
Always remain alert and be ready to take
control of the vehicle in the event that the
HAS system disables.
Always keep your hands on the steering
wheel when the HAS system is activated.
Maintain a safe distance from other vehicles
and pay attention to traffic conditions.
Do not place any objects on the steering
wheel (e.g. steering wheel covers) which
could interfere with the hand detection
sensor.
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If the driver does not return their hands to the
steering wheel within a few seconds, the
following screen will appear in the instrument
cluster display.Hands Removed Secondary Warning
Active System (Hands Removed From The
Steering Wheel For A Long Time)
If the driver’s hands have still not been returned
to the steering wheel, the following screen will
appear in the instrument cluster display.
Hands Removed Final Warning
An acoustic signal will sound until the driver
regains control of the vehicle (hands on steering
wheel). The system is still active at this time. If the driver’s hands are not returned to the
steering wheel after a period of time, a deacti
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vation message will appear on the instrument
cluster display and the steering wheel control will
be deactivated.
Once the indicator light on the display turns grey,
the system is no longer active and the driver must
take control of the vehicle. At this time, the
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system and Lane
Departure Warning system will also be disabled.
When the TJA system is active, the Lane Keeping
Assist (LKA)/Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
systems (if equipped) will be temporarily
disabled. When TJA is not active, the LKA system

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remain active.
LIMITED SYSTEM AVAILABILITY/
O
PERATION
System Availability
Performance of the TJA system may be affected
by the following factors:
Narrow, winding, curvy streets
Lane boundaries that are not clear or in
conditions of poor visibility (e.g. heavy rain,
snow, fog, etc.)
If the camera is exposed to glare from direct
sunlight or headlights of an oncoming vehicle
If the camera or sensor is damaged, covered,
or obstructed (e.g. by mud, ice, snow, etc.)
The bumper is damaged or misaligned
Interference with other equipment causes
electromagnetic waves
Construction sites
If the indications given by the navigation
system of the radio system are not yet ready or
if the system is recalculating
System Limited Operation
The TJA system may have limited or reduced
functionality when one of the following conditions
occurs:
Lane boundaries are not clear or in conditions
of poor visibility (e.g. in heavy rain, snow, fog,
etc.)
Either the camera or radar are damaged,
covered, or obstructed (e.g. by mud, ice, snow,
etc.)
When driving on hills or narrow bends
Near highway toll booths
When the highway entrance or exit is more
than 20 ft (6 m) wide
If the camera is exposed to glare from
reflections or direct sunlight

NOTE:

If damage to the windshield occurs, have the
windshield replaced by an authorized dealer
as soon as possible.
If the vehicle approaches a bend that is too
narrow with respect to the current speed, the
TJA system will deactivate.
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