2013 Nissan Altima Owner's Manual - Page 296

NOTE: The Blind spot indicator light will illuminate for a few seconds when the ignition switch is placed in the ON position. The brightness of the Blind spot indicator lights is adjusted automatically depending on the brightness of the ambient light. A chime sounds if the camera unit has already detected vehicles when the driver activates the turn signal. If a vehicle comes into the detection zone after the driver activates the turn signal, then only the Blind spot indicator light flashes and no chime sounds. (See "BSW driving situations" later in this section.) to select "Driver Assistance". the Then press the ENTER button. 2. Select "Driving Aids", and press the ENTER button. 3. To set the BSW system to on or off, use buttons to navigate in the menu the and use the ENTER button to select or change an item: ● Select "Blind Spot" and press the ENTER button. ● To turn on the warning, use the ENTER button to check box for "Warning (BSW)" The warning systems switch is used to temporarily turn off the warning systems (Lane Departure Warning (LDW) and Blind Spot Warning (BSW) systems) that are activated using the settings menu in the vehicle information display. SSD1026 Detection zone The camera unit can detect vehicles on either side of your vehicle when part of another vehicle is within the detection zone shown as illustrated. This detection zone typically starts from the outside mirror of your vehicle and extends approximately 10 ft (3.0 m) behind the rear bumper, and approximately 10 ft (3.0 m) sideways. Turning on or off the BSW system The BSW system is turned on or off using the settings menu in the vehicle information display. SYSTEM ON: The BSW light (white) on the instrument panel will light up. SYSTEM OFF: The BSW light (white) on the instrument panel will go out. button until "Settings" dis1. Press the plays in the vehicle information display. Use WARNING ● The camera unit may not be able to detect when certain objects are present such as: - Pedestrians, bicycles, animals - Some types of small vehicles such as motorcycles, and very short length vehicles Starting and driving 5-21