Toyota Pre-Collision System

No matter where you’re headed in and around Belton, having robust safety features offers peace of mind. The Toyota Safety Sense™ advanced system works hard to keep you safer on every drive.

Toyota Safety Sense™ includes the incredible Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection (PCS w/PD)*. But how does the Toyota Pre-Collision System work? Learn more below about how the Toyota Safety Sense™ suite can keep your family safe out on the road.

How Does the Toyota Pre-Collision System Work?

How does the Toyota Pre-Collision System help you avoid accidents? As part of Toyota Safety Sense (TSS), this system is designed to help prevent or reduce the severity of certain frontal collisions by using advanced sensors to monitor the road ahead. Below are the key functions of the Toyota Pre-Collision System:

• Pre-Collision Warning: When the system detects a high likelihood of a collision, it warns you by sounding a buzzer and displaying both an icon and a warning message on your multi-information display, prompting you to take evasive action. If you have the accelerator strongly depressed, the system will also warn you of this. 

• Pre-Collision Brake Assist: If the system determines that the detected object is another vehicle, it will automatically perform a moderate brake. If the system determines that the driver’s brake operation is insufficient, it will automatically increase braking power.

• Pre-Collision Brake Control: This feature activates if the system determines that there is an extremely high chance of a collision. The brakes are automatically applied to either assist in avoiding the collision or to mitigate the impact of the collision.

• Emergency Steering Assist: If there is a high possibility of a collision, sufficient space is available in the lane to perform evasive maneuvers, and if the driver is operating the steering wheel, emergency steering assist helps maintain vehicle stability and prevent lane departure.

• Intersection Collision Avoidance Support (Left/Right turn): When turning left/right at an intersection and the system detects another vehicle, pedestrian, or cyclist, it activates pre-collision warning and pre-collision braking if it determines that there’s a high chance of a collision.

• Acceleration Suppression at Low Speed: The system detects the possibility of a collision when driving at low speed with the accelerator depressed. Upon detection, the system can restrain engine output or apply brakes to weaken acceleration. 

If your Toyota is equipped with the Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, it continuously scans your surroundings as you drive around Killeen. The system is designed to detect pedestrians in your path, assess the likelihood of a collision, and help reduce impact speed if necessary. Keep in mind that effectiveness can vary based on factors like vehicle speed, pedestrian size and position, as well as weather, lighting, and road conditions.

What Features Are Included With Toyota Safety Sense™?

There are several versions of the Toyota Safety Sense System available, including: TSS 3.0, TSS 2.5 & 2.5+, TSS 2.0, and TSS-P. Older models may have any version from TSS–P through TSS 2.5, while the latest models include the cutting-edge Toyota Safety Sense™ 3.0 (TSS 3.0). 

If you are unsure about which version your vehicle has, refer to the Toyota Safety Hub and consult your Owner’s Manual for more information and specific details.

If you’re in the process of shopping for a new Toyota, here are some features included in the latest version, TSS 3.0:

• Pre-Collision System (PCS)
• Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC)
• Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist (LDA w/SA)
• Lane Tracing Assist (LTA)
• Road Sign Assist (RSA)
• Automatic High Beams (AHB)
• Proactive Driving Assist (PDA)

Whether you’re behind the wheel for your Temple commute or your kids’ carpool, having advanced safety features means one less thing to worry about. Contact our team to speak with an expert and ensure your new ride has the exact features you desire. 

Upgrade With Toyota Safety Sense™ Today!

Ready to switch to a superior ride that offers some of the most advanced safety features on the market? You can easily bring home a stylish new vehicle built with Toyota Safety Sense™ technology when you team up with Don Ringler Toyota. Visit us near Waco to take a test drive or apply for financing to get pre-approved for a loan!

Disclaimers:

<div class=”disclaimer”>*The Pre-Collision System (PCS) with Pedestrian Detection (PD) is designed to determine if impact is imminent and help reduce impact speed and damage in certain frontal collisions involving a vehicle, a pedestrian, a bicycle, or a motorcyclist. PCS w/PD is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving. System effectiveness depends on many factors, such as speed, size and position of pedestrian or bicyclist and weather, light and road conditions. See Owner’s Manual for limitations.</div>