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The RAB system detects obstacles behind the vehicle using the parking sensors O1 located on the rear bumper.
NOTE: You can temporarily cancel the sonar function in the vehicle, but the RAB sys- tem will continue to operate. For addi- tional information, see “Front and Rear Sonar System” (P. 5-183).
RAB SYSTEM OPERATION
For vehicles with the 7 inch (18 cm) display
1 RAB system warning light 2 RAB system warning indicator 3 Center display 4 Steering-wheel-mounted controls (left
side) When the shift lever is in the R (Reverse) position and the vehicle speed is less than approximately 9 mph (15 km/h), the RAB system operates. If a risk of a collision with an obstacle is detected when your vehicle is backing up, the RAB system warning indicator will flash in the vehicle information display, a red frame will appear in the center display (for vehicles with the Intelligent Around View Monitor system), and the system will chime three times. The system will then auto- matically apply the brakes. After the auto- matic brake application, the driver must depress the brake pedal to maintain brake pressure.
NOTE: • The brake lights of the vehicle come on when braking is performed by the RAB system.
• When the brakes operate, a noise may be heard. This is not a malfunction.
TURNING THE RAB SYSTEM ON/OFF
Perform the following steps to turn the RAB system ON or OFF. 1. Press the button until “Settings” dis-
plays in the vehicle information display. Use the scroll dial to select “Driver Assis- tance.” Then press the OK button.
2. Select “Emergency Assist” and press the OK button.
3. Select “Rear” and press the OK button to turn the system on or off.
When the RAB system is turned off and when the vehicle is in the R (Reverse) posi- tion, the RAB system warning light illuminates.
NOTE: The RAB system will be automatically turned on when the engine is restarted.
RAB SYSTEM LIMITATIONS
WARNING
Listed below are the system limitations for the RAB system. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions for proper use of the RAB system could result in serious injury or death.
• When the vehicle approaches an ob-stacle while the accelerator or brake pedal is depressed, the function may not operate or the start of operation may be delayed. The RAB system may not operate or may not perform sufficiently due to vehicle conditions, driving conditions, the traffic envi- ronment, the weather, road surface conditions, etc. Do not wait for the system to operate. Operate the brake pedal by yourself as soon as necessary.
• If it is necessary to override RAB op- eration, strongly press the accelera- tor pedal.
• Always check your surroundings and turn to check what is behind you be- fore and while backing up. The RAB system detects stationary objects behind the vehicle. The RAB system does not detect the following ob- jects:
– Moving objects
– Low objects
– Narrow objects
– Wedge-shaped objects
– Objects close to the bumper (less
than approximately 1 ft [30 cm])
– Objects that suddenly appear
– Thin objects such as rope, wire,
chain, etc.
• The RAB system may not operate for
the following obstacles:
– Obstacles located high off the
ground
– Obstacles in a position offset from
your vehicle
– Obstacles, such as spongy materi-
als or snow, that have soft outer surfaces and can easily absorb a sound wave
• The RAB system may not operate in the following conditions:
– There is rain, snow, ice, dirt, etc.,
attached to the sonar sensors.
– A loud sound is heard in the area
around the vehicle.
– The surface of the obstacle is di-
agonal to the rear of the vehicle.
• The RAB system may unintentionally
operate in the following conditions:
– There is overgrown grass in the
area around the vehicle.
– There is a structure (e.g., a wall, toll
gate equipment, a narrow tunnel, a parking lot gate) near the side of the vehicle.
– There are bumps, protrusions, or manhole covers on the road surface.
– The vehicle drives through a draped flag or a curtain.
– There is an accumulation of snow or ice behind the vehicle.
– An ultrasonic wave source, such as another vehicle’s sonar, is near the vehicle.
• Once the automatic brake control operates, it does not operate again if the vehicle approaches the same obstacle.
• The automatic brake control can only operate for a short period of time. Therefore, the driver must depress the brake pedal.
• In the following situations, the RAB system may not operate properly or may not function sufficiently:
– The vehicle is driven in bad
weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.).
– The vehicle is driven on a steep
hill.
– The vehicle’s posture is changed
(e.g., when driving over a bump).
– The vehicle is driven on a slippery
road.
– The vehicle is turned sharply by
turning the steering wheel fully.
– Snow chains are used.
– Wheels or tires other than NISSAN
recommended are used.
– The brakes are cold at low ambi-
ent temperatures or immediately after driving has started.
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– The braking force becomes poor due to wet brakes after driving through a puddle or washing the vehicle.
• Turn the RAB system off in the follow- ing conditions to prevent the occur- rence of an unexpected accident re- sulting from sudden system operation:
– The vehicle is towed.
– The vehicle is carried on a flatbed
truck.
– The vehicle is on the chassis
dynamometer.
– The vehicle drives on an uneven
road surface.
– The vehicle is towing an object (if
so equipped).
– Suspension parts other than
those designated as Genuine NISSAN parts are used. (If the ve- hicle height or the vehicle body in- clination is changed, the system may not detect an obstacle correctly.)
– If the vehicle is using an accessory like a bike rack, or cargo carrier that blocks the sensors.
• Excessive noise (e.g., audio system volume, an open vehicle window) will interfere with the chime sound, and it may not be heard.
SYSTEM MALFUNCTION If the RAB system malfunctions, it will be turned off automatically, the RAB system warning light will illuminate, and the “Mal- function” warning message will appear in the vehicle information display.
Action to take
If the warning light illuminates, park the ve- hicle in a safe location, turn the engine off, and restart the engine. If the warning light continues to illuminate, have the RAB sys- tem checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
NOTE: If the RAB system cannot be operated temporarily, the RAB system warning light blinks.
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE Observe the following items to ensure proper operation of the system: • Always keep the parking sensors O1
clean. • If the parking sensors are dirty, wipe them
off with a soft cloth while being careful to not damage them.
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• Do not subject the area around the park- ing sensors O1 to strong impact. Also, do not remove or disassemble the parking sensors. If the parking sensors and pe- ripheral areas are deformed in an acci- dent, etc., have the sensors checked. It is recommended that you visit a NISSAN dealer for this service.
• Do not install any stickers (including transparent stickers) or accessories on the parking sensors O1 and their sur- rounding areas. This may cause a mal- function or improper operation.
WARNING Failure to follow the warnings and in- structions for proper use of the AEB with Pedestrian Detection system could result in serious injury or death.
• The AEB with Pedestrian Detection
system is a supplemental aid to the driver. It is not a replacement for the driver’s attention to traffic condi- tions or responsibility to drive safely. It cannot prevent accidents due to carelessness or dangerous driving techniques.
• The AEB with Pedestrian Detection system does not function in all driv- ing, traffic, weather and road conditions.
The AEB with Pedestrian Detection system can assist the driver when there is a risk of a forward collision with the vehicle ahead in the traveling lane or with a pedestrian ahead in the traveling lane.
The AEB with Pedestrian Detection system uses a radar sensor located on the front of the vehicle OB to measure the distance to the vehicle ahead in the same lane. For pedestrians, the AEB with Pedestrian De- tection system uses a camera installed be- hind the windshield OA in addition to the radar sensor.
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