What does it mean when a car says BSM off?
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) systems are turned off when the battery is disconnected such as when the battery terminals or fuses have been removed and re-installed.
What is Blind Spot Monitoring system on Mazda?
BSM（Blind Spot Monitoring） Mazda’s Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) uses radars mounted in the rear bumper to detect vehicles approaching from behind and in the adjacent lane. If the driver indicates to change lanes with a vehicle in the blind spot, the icon flashes and a warning beep is sounded.
What does it mean when your BSM light is flashing?
The BSM light flashing indicates a fault in the blind spot monitoring system. You can inspect the sensors and module for connections and wiring fault but the only way to find out the fault code is to bring it to a Mazda dealer or a shop that has a good scan tool…
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What happens when you turn off the BSM system?
In many cases the error message will appear and even if you turn off the BSM manually the error will return the instant the system is turned back on. Many users have reported that the BSM error message will go away for extended periods of time by stopping the vehicle and turning the ignition off for a few seconds and them back on.
Where are the BSM sensors on a Toyota?
There are two BSM sensors on most Toyota vehicles. They are located on the inside left and right of the rear bumper. These sensors are prone to getting covered with dust and dirt (or mud). They can also get covered by spider webs, lawn debris, and other obstructions. If that happens the dreaded “Check Blind Sot Monitor System” error will occur.