Nissan Leaf Owners Manual | 2025
9.13. Blind Spot Warning (BSW) with Exit 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 replacement for proper driving procedure and is not designed to prevent contact with vehicles or objects. When changing lanes, always use the side and rear mirrors 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.
The Exit Warning system is not designed to prevent contact with other vehicles, bicycles or objects. When opening the doors or exiting the vehicle, always look around to ensure it is safe to exit. Never rely solely on the Exit Warning system.
The BSW system helps alert the driver of other vehicles in adjacent lanes when changing lanes.
The Exit Warning system helps alert if the doors are open when other vehicles or bicycles are approaching from behind.
The BSW system uses radar sensors (A) installed near the rear bumper to detect other vehicles in an adjacent lane.
The radar sensors can detect vehicles on either side of your vehicle within the detection area shown as illustrated. This detection area starts from the outside mirror of your vehicle and extends approximately 3.0 m (10 ft) behind the rear bumper, and approximately 3.0 m (10 ft) sideways.
The Exit Warning system uses radar sensors (A) installed near the rear bumper to detect other vehicles or bicycles that are approaching from behind.
The radar sensors can detect vehicles or bicycles on either side of your vehicle with the detection area shown as illustrated.
- (1)BSW LED indicator light
- (2)BSW indicator (on the vehicle information display)
- (3)Vehicle information display
- (4)Steering-wheel-mounted controls (right side)