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How does Active Blind Spot Detection work in my BMW?

Active Blind Spot Detection detects vehicles in the blind spot or vehicles approaching from behind in the adjacent lane. The warning light in the exterior mirror warns the driver at different levels. 

 

Radar sensors monitor the area behind and next to the vehicle when traveling faster than a minimum speed. The minimum speed is country-specific and is displayed in the menu for the intelligent Safety systems. The system indicates whether there are vehicles in your blind spot, arrow 1, or approaching from behind in an adjacent lane, arrow 2. The warning light in the exterior mirror illuminates dimly. Before you change lanes after setting the turn signal, the system issues a warning in the situations described above. The warning light in the exterior mirror flashes and the steering wheel vibrates. 

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