BLIS* – limitations

Updated 2023-06-08

The Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) is an information system that indicates the presence of another vehicle moving in the same direction as your vehicle in the side-view mirror's "blind area."

In certain situations, the BLIS indicator light(s) may illuminate even when there are no other vehicles in the area monitored by the system.

Note

If the BLIS indicator lights illuminate occasionally even when there are no other vehicles in the blind area, this does not indicate a fault in the system.

In the event of a fault, Blind spot syst. Service required will be displayed.

The following are several examples of situations in which the BLIS indicator light(s) may illuminate even when there are no other vehicles in the area monitored by the system.

P3 V60H BLIS reflex — Light reflected from a wet road surface

P3 V60H BLIS skugga — The vehicle's own shadow against a large, light, smooth surface such as barriers between lanes on a highway

P3 V60H BLIS sol — Sunlight directly in the camera when the sun is low on the horizon

Cleaning the BLIS camera lenses

In order to function optimally, the BLIS camera lenses must be kept clean. They can be wiped clean with a soft cloth or wet sponge.

Important

Clean the lenses carefully to avoid scratching.
The lenses are electrically heated to help melt ice or snow. If necessary, gently brush away snow from the lenses.

Important

The BLIS system should only be repaired by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician.