warning NISSAN ARMADA 2020 Owner´s Manual

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WARNING
Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions for proper use of the
BSW system could result in serious
injury or death.
.The BSW system is not a replace-
ment for proper driving proce-
dure and is not designed to
prevent contact with vehicles or
objects. When changing lanes, al-
ways use the side and rear mir-
rors and turn and look in the
direction your vehicle will move
to ensure it is safe to change
lanes. Never rely solely on the
BSW system.
. There is a limitation to the detec-
tion capability of the radar. Not
every moving object or vehicle
will be detected. Using the BSW
system under some road, ground,
lane marker, traffic or weather
conditions could lead to improper
system operation. Always rely on
your own operation to avoid ac-
cidents.
The BSW system helps alert the driver of
other vehicles in adjacent lanes when
changing lanes.
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The BSW system uses radar sensorsinstalled near the rear bumper to detect
other vehicles 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 ap-
proximately 10 ft (3.0 m) behind the rear
bumper, and approximately 10 ft (3.0 m)
sideways.
BLIND SPOT WARNING (BSW) (if so
equipped)

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Side indicator lightBSW system warning lightWarning systems switchCenter multi-function control panel
BSW SYSTEM OPERATION
The BSW system operates above approxi-
mately 20 MPH (32 km/h).
If the radar sensors detect a vehicle in the
detection zone, the side indicator light
illuminates.
If the turn signal is then activated, thesystem chimes (twice) and the side in-
dicator light flashes. The side indicator
light continues to flash until the detected
vehicle leaves the detection zone.
NOTE:
.
The side indicator light illuminates
for a few seconds when the ignition
switch is placed in the ON position.
. The brightness of the side indicator
light is adjusted automatically de-
pending on the brightness of the
ambient light.
. If a vehicle comes into the detection
zone after the driver activates the
turn signal, then only the side in-
dicator light flashes and no chime
sounds. For additional information,
refer to “BSW driving situations”
(P.5-36).
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Warning systems switchWarning systems ON indicator lightCenter multi-function control panel
TURNING THE BSW SYSTEM ON/OFF
The warning systems switchis used to
turn on and off the BSW system when it is
activated on the center display using the
center multi-function control panel
. See
“How to enable/disable the BSW system”
(P.5-34). When the warning systems switch
is turned off, the warning
systems ON indicator lighton the
switch is off.
The warning systems switch
will turn
on and off the LDW and BSW systems at
the same time.
HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE THE BSW
SYSTEM
The BSW system can be turned off
permanently using the center display.

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Perform the following steps to enable or
disable the BSW system.
1. Push the SETTING button
.
2. Touch [Driver Assistance].
3. Touch [Blind Spot Assist].
4. Touch [Blind Spot Warning] to turn the system ON/OFF.
BSW SYSTEM LIMITATIONS
WARNING
Listed below are the system limita-
tions for the BSW system. Failure to
operate the vehicle in accordance with these system limitations could
result in serious injury or death.
.
The BSW system cannot detect all
vehicles under all conditions.
. The radar sensors may not be
able to detect and activate BSW
when certain objects are present
such as:
— Pedestrians, bicycles, animals.
— Vehicles such as motorcycles,
low height vehicles, or high
ground clearance vehicles.
— Oncoming vehicles.
— Vehicles remaining in the de- tection zone when you accel-
erate from a stop.
— A vehicle merging into an adjacent lane at a speed ap-
proximately the same as your
vehicle.
— A vehicle approaching rapidly from behind.
— A vehicle which your vehicle overtakes rapidly.
— A vehicle that passes through the detection zone quickly.
. The radar sensor’s 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,
however objects such as guard-
rails, walls, foliage and parked
vehicles may occasionally be de-
tected. This is a normal operation
condition.
. The following conditions may re-
duce the ability of the radar to
detect other vehicles:
— Severe weather
— Road spray
— Ice/frost/snow build-up on
the vehicle
— Dirt build-up on the vehicle
. Do not attach stickers (including
transparent material), install ac-
cessories or apply additional
paint near the radar sensors.
These conditions may reduce the
ability of the radar to detect other
vehicles.
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BSW system warning light (orange)SYSTEM TEMPORARILY UNAVAIL-
ABLE
When radar blockage is detected, the
system will be turned off automatically,
a beep will sound and the BSW system
warning light (orange)
will blink. The
system is not available until the condi- tions no longer exist.
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 conditions no longer
exist, the system will resume automati-
cally.
If the BSW system warning light (orange)
continues to blink, have the system
checked. It is recommended you visit a
NISSAN dealer for this service.
SYSTEM MALFUNCTION
When the system malfunctions, it 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, place
the vehicle in the P (Park) position, turn
the engine off and restart the engine.
If the BSW system warning light continues
to illuminate, have the system checked. It
is recommended you visit a NISSAN dealer
for this service.
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SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
The two radar sensorsfor the BSW
system are located near the rear bumper.
Always keep the area near the radar
sensors clean.
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.
Check for and remove objects obstruct-
ing the area around the radar sensors.
Do not attach stickers (including trans-
parent material), install accessories or apply additional paint near the radar
sensors.
Do not strike or damage the area around
the radar sensors.
It is recommended you visit a NISSAN
dealer 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 Cana-
da.
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 equip-
ment.
WARNING
Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions for proper use of the I-
BSI system could result in serious
injury or death.
. The I-BSI system is not a replace-
ment for proper driving proce-
dures and is not designed to
prevent contact with vehicles or
objects. When changing lanes, al-
ways use the side and rear mir-
rors and turn and look in the
direction your vehicle will move
to ensure it is safe to change
lanes. Never rely solely on the I-
BSI system.
. There is a limitation to the detec-
tion capability of the radar. Not
every moving object or vehicle
will be detected. Using the I-BSI
system under some road, ground,
lane marker, traffic or weather
conditions could lead to improper
system operation. Always rely on
your own operation to avoid ac-
cidents.
The I-BSI system helps alert the driver of
other vehicles in adjacent lanes when
changing lanes and helps assist the driver
INTELLIGENT BLIND SPOT
INTERVENTION (I-BSI) (if so equipped)

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Side indicator lightI-BSI ON indicator light (green)/I-BSI sys-
tem warning light (orange)
Dynamic driver assistance switchCenter multi-function control panel
I-BSI SYSTEM OPERATION
The I-BSI system operates above approxi-
mately 37 MPH (60 km/h).
If the radar sensors detect a vehicle in the
detection zone, the side indicator light
illuminates.
If the turn signal is then activated, thesystem chimes (twice) and the side in-
dicator light flashes. The side indicator
light continues to flash until the detected
vehicle leaves the detection zone.
If the I-BSI system is ON and your vehicle
approaches a lane marker while another
vehicle is in the detection zone, the
system chimes (three times) and the side
indicator light flashes. Then the I-BSI
system slightly applies the brakes to help
return the vehicle back to the center of
the driving lane. The I-BSI system oper-
ates regardless of turn signal usage.
NOTE:
.
I-BSI warning and system applica-
tion of the brakes will only be
activated if the side indicator light
is already illuminated when your
vehicle approaches a lane marker.
If another vehicle comes into the
detection zone after your vehicle
has crossed a lane marker, no I-BSI
warning or system application of the
brakes will be activated. (See “I-BSI
driving situations” (P.5-46).)
. The I-BSI system is typically acti-
vated earlier than the Intelligent
Lane Intervention (I-LI) system when
your vehicle is approaching a lane
marker.

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HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE THE I-BSI
SYSTEM
Perform the following steps to enable or
disable the I-BSI system.
1. Push the SETTING button
.
2. Touch [Driver Assistance].
3. Touch [Blind Spot Assist].
4. Touch [Blind Spot Intervention] to turn the system ON/OFF.
I-BSI SYSTEM LIMITATIONS
WARNING
Listed below are the system limita-
tions for the I-BSI system. Failure to
operate the vehicle in accordance
with these system limitations could
result in serious injury or death.
.The I-BSI system cannot detect all
vehicles under all conditions.
. The radar sensors may not be
able to detect and activate I-BSI
when certain objects are present
such as:
— Pedestrians, bicycles, animals.
— Vehicles such as motorcycles,
low height vehicles, or high
ground clearance vehicles.
— Vehicles remaining in the de- tection zone when you accel-
erate from a stop.
— Oncoming vehicles.
— A vehicle merging into an adjacent lane at a speed ap-
proximately the same as your
vehicle. — A vehicle approaching rapidly
from behind.
— A vehicle which your vehicle overtakes rapidly.
— A vehicle that passes through the detection zone quickly.
. The radar sensor’s 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,
however objects such as guard-
rails, walls, foliage and parked
vehicles may occasionally be de-
tected. This is a normal operation
condition.
. The camera may not detect lane
markers in the following situa-
tions and the I-BSI system may
not operate properly.
— On roads where there are
multiple parallel lane markers;
lane markers that are faded or
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Illustration 10 - Entering from the side
Illustration 10: The I-BSI system will not
operate if your vehicle is on a lane marker
when another vehicle enters the detec-
tion zone. In this case only the BSW
system operates.
NOTE:
.The radar sensors may not detect a
vehicle which is traveling at about
the same speed as your vehicle
when it enters the detection zone.
. If the driver activates the turn signal
before a vehicle enters the detection
zone, the side indicator light will
flash but no chime will sound when
the other vehicle is detected. .
I-BSI braking will not operate or will
stop operating and only a warning
chime will sound under the following
conditions.
—When the brake pedal is de-
pressed.
— When the vehicle is accelerated
during I-BSI system operation.
— When steering quickly
— When the ICC, I-DC, I-FCW or AEB
warnings sound.
— When the hazard warning flashers
are operated.
— When driving on a curve at a high
speed.

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I-BSI ON indicator light (green)/I-BSI sys-
tem warning light (orange)SYSTEM TEMPORARILY UNAVAIL-
ABLE
.Under the following conditions, a
chime will sound, the I-BSI ON indica-
tor light (green)
will blink and the I-
BSI system will be turned off auto-
matically. The I-BSI system will not be available until the conditions no long-
er exist.
— When the VDC system (except TCS
function) or ABS operates.
— When the VDC system is turned off.
Action to take:
Turn off the I-BSI system and turn it on
again when the above conditions no
longer exist.
. Under the following conditions, the I-
BSI system will be turned off auto-
matically, a chime will sound and the I-
BSI system warning light (orange)
will blink. The I-BSI system is not
available until the conditions no long-
er exist.
— When the camera detects that the
interior temperature is high (over
approximately 104°F (40°C)).
— When radar blockage is detected.
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 conditions no longer
exist, turn the I-BSI system off and turn
it on again. If the I-BSI system warning
light (orange)
continues to blink even
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