What does the BSM light mean?
Blind Spot Monitoring
BSM（Blind Spot Monitoring） It alerts drivers to the presence of vehicles in the blind spot on either side by displaying an icon in the appropriate door mirror. 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…
What does the blind spot monitor system do?
Many new vehicles are coming equipped with a neat piece of technology called a Blind Spot Monitor or BSM. This system is designed to help drivers navigate more safely by alerting drives when a vehicle or other object is in their own vehicles “blind spot”.
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.
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…
Where do I find the blind spot monitor symbol?
Blind Spot Monitoring will not be available, however. Alternatively or in conjunction with the symbols above, text symbols with the acronym BSM, or Blind Spot Monitor, or BSM OFF, may be seen on the instrument panel. BSM alone in green simply indicates the system is on. On of the symbols above will be seen in the outside mirrors themselves.
Where do I find the BSM symbol on my car?
Alternatively or in conjunction with the symbols above, text symbols with the acronym BSM, or Blind Spot Monitor, or BSM OFF, may be seen on the instrument panel. BSM alone in green simply indicates the system is on. On of the symbols above will be seen in the outside mirrors themselves.
How does the blind spot monitor work on a Lexus GS?
If you see that, then you know Blind Spot Monitor is turned on in your Lexus GS. Turn on Blind Spot Monitor using the steering wheel controls and MID on the Lexus GS. The green BSM indicator light tells you when the feature is on.