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The steering wheel is not being oper-

ated.

NOTE

After the vehicle is stopped, the

engine may not automatically stop
under the following conditions.

– The vehicle is stopped on a road
with a steep slope.
– The vehicle is stopped by hard
braking.
– Negative pressure in the brake
booster is not sufficient.

After the vehicle is stopped, the

engine may not automatically stop if
the brake pedal is not fully depressed.
Make sure to depress the brake pedal
firmly when stopping the vehicle.

In the following cases, it may take

some time for the Auto Start Stop
system to operate.

– When the battery is discharged
because the vehicle has not been
used for a long period of time, etc.
– The coolant temperature is low.
– When the battery terminals have
been reconnected after replacing
the battery, etc.

Non-operational conditions

In any of the following cases, the Auto
Start Stop system will not operate.

When the Auto Start Stop warning light/

Auto Start Stop OFF indicator light is
illuminating.

When the malfunction indicator light

(CHECK ENGINE warning light) is illumi-
nating.

The electronic parking brake is applied.

When the engine hood is opened.

When the vehicle is at an altitude of

more than approximately 10,000 ft (3,000
m).

When the CVT fluid is not sufficiently

warmed up.

When the temperature of the CVT fluid

is abnormally high.

When the vehicle battery is not in good

condition.

When using the climate control system,

the temperature difference between the
setting temperature and the temperature
inside the vehicle is significant.

When using the climate control system,

the amount of air flow is significant.

NOTE

The Auto Start Stop system may not
operate if the malfunction indicator
light (CHECK ENGINE warning light)
or other warning lights on the combina-
tion meter are illuminating.

Engine restart operational condi-
tions

In any one of the following cases, the
engine will be automatically restarted even
if the brake pedal is kept depressed.

When slightly releasing the brake pedal

on road with a steep slope and the vehicle
begins rolling.

When further depressing the brake

pedal.

When depressing the accelerator ped-

al.

When you move the select lever to the

“R” position.

When turning the steering wheel.

When operating the electronic parking

brake switch.

W h e n a c t i v a t i n g X - M O D E ( i f

equipped).

When the air flow mode selection set to

“

” mode.

When the climate control system can

no longer maintain the set temperature.

When unbuckling the driver’s seatbelt.

When opening the driver’s door.

When activating the rear window de-

fogger.

When the Auto Vehicle Hold function is

released, refer to “Auto Vehicle Hold
function”

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Engine restart non-operational
conditions

To ensure safety, the engine will not be
automatically restarted if the engine hood
is opened when the Auto Start Stop
system is in operation, even if the brake
pedal is released. In this case, check the
surrounding area and restart the engine by
normal operation.
Also, when the Auto Vehicle Hold opera-
tion indicator light is illuminated, the
engine will not restart.
To ensure safety, the engine will not be
automatically restarted if you open the
engine hood when the Auto Start Stop
system is in operation, even if you release
the brake pedal. In this case, check the
surrounding area and restart the engine by
normal operation.

NOTE

When the Auto Start Stop system is

in operation, the brake pedal may feel
stiff. However, this is not a malfunction.

In the following conditions, the en-

gine will be automatically restarted
even if you keep the brake pedal
depressed.

– When the battery is discharged.
– When the negative pressure in
the brake booster has lowered

In the following cases, the length of

time that the engine is temporarily
stopped by the Auto Start Stop system
may be shorter.

– When the climate control system
is in operation.
– When the outside temperature is
high, or when it is low (because the
climate control system can no long-
er maintain the set temperature).
– When consumption of electricity
by electrical components is high.

When the engine is automatically

restarted by the Auto Start Stop sys-
tem, the power provided via the acces-
sory power outlet will be reduced.
Depending on the connected appli-
ance, the power of the appliance may
temporarily turn off.

Auto Start Stop warning light

Auto Start Stop warning light (yellow)

The Auto Start Stop warning light will
illuminate in yellow when initially turning
the ignition switch to the “ON” position. The
light will turn off after the engine has
started.

CAUTION

If the Auto Start Stop warning light
does not turn off after the engine has
started, the Auto Start Stop system
may be malfunctioning. We recom-
mend that you contact your author-
ized SUBARU dealer for an inspec-
tion.

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To turn on/off the Auto Start Stop
system

Auto Start Stop OFF indicator light

To turn the Auto Start Stop system on and
off, operate the center information display.
Refer to “Auto Start Stop ON/OFF icon”

P216 (11.6-inch display models) or

“Auto Start Stop ON/OFF icon”

P242

(dual 7.0-inch display models).
When the Auto Start Stop system is turned
OFF, the Auto Start Stop OFF indicator
light on the combination meter display
(color LCD) will illuminate.

While the engine is temporarily stopped by
the system, if the Auto Start Stop system
turns off, the engine will be restarted even
if you do not release the brake pedal.

NOTE

If the engine is restarted when the

Auto Start Stop system is not opera-
tional and the ignition switch has been
turned to the “LOCK”/“OFF” position,
the Auto Start Stop system will turn on
again.

Be sure to turn the ignition switch to

the “LOCK”/“OFF” position when leav-
ing the vehicle. Failure to do so could
result in the battery discharging.

Auto Start Stop No Activity Detected
indicator light

If the operational conditions are not met
when the vehicle is stopped, the engine
will not stop and the Auto Start Stop No

Activity Detected indicator light will illumi-
nate. It will turn off when the vehicle begins
to drive.

Displaying the Auto Start
Stop System Status

Approximate indications of the time that
the engine has been stopped by the Auto
Start Stop system and/or the amount of
fuel saved can be displayed on the
combination meter display (color LCD).
For details, refer to “Basic Screens”

P208.

System Warning

So that it can be used safely and comfor-
tably, the Auto Start Stop system is
designed to constantly monitor the vehicle
conditions as well as the environment
inside and outside the vehicle in addition
to driver operations, and to provide various
warnings to the driver via the warning light
and/or indicator light illuminating and a
buzzer sounding. For details about the
warning light and indicator light, refer to
“Auto Start Stop Warning Light (Yellow)”

P200.

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Warning buzzer

The buzzer will sound when the engine
hood is opened while the engine is
stopped by the Auto Start Stop system.
When this occurs, the buzzer will stop
sounding when the following operations
are performed.

The engine is restarted by normal

operation. (Refer to “Preparing to Drive”

P337.)

The ignition switch is turned to the

“LOCK”/“OFF” position.

Display of warning messages

If a warning message is displayed on the
combination meter display (color LCD)
while driving, a malfunction may have
occurred in the Auto Start Stop system.
In this case, the Auto Start Stop warning
light will illuminate. We recommend that
you have your vehicle inspected at a
SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.

7-18. Front View Monitor (If
Equipped)

The image from the camera mounted
inside the front grille is displayed in the
center information display.

WARNING

Never rely on only the Front View

Monitor when driving the vehicle.
The image on the monitor screen
may be different from the actual
situation. If you drive the vehicle
by viewing only the monitor im-
age, a collision or an unexpected
accident may occur. When driv-
ing the vehicle, always check the
traffic around the vehicle directly

with your eyes and the mirrors.

Always operate the vehicle as

you would without the Front View
Monitor.

Do not use the Front View Monitor

in the following situations.

– You are driving on a dirt road

or a road covered in snow.

– The camera malfunctions (e.g.

the lens or bracket is broken).

If the outside temperature is low,

the monitor screen may become
dark or the image may become
dim. In particular, the image of a
moving object may be distorted
or disappear from the screen.
You must always check the traffic
around the vehicle directly with
your eyes when driving it.

NOTE

If there is a malfunction on the center
information display, refer to “Malfunc-
tions of the Center Information Dis-
play”

P478.

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How to Access the Front View
Monitor

Front view monitor switch

To change over to the camera screen,
make sure the ignition switch is in the “ON”
position, then press the front view monitor
switch under the following conditions.

The vehicle speed is below 12 mph (20

km/h).

The select lever is in except “R”.

NOTE

The screen will change over to the rear
view image when the select lever is
moved to “R”. Refer to “Rear View
Camera”

P383.

How to Cancel the Front View
Monitor

Manual cancellation

The Front View Monitor will be canceled by
either of the following operations.

Press the front view monitor switch

again.

Touch

(car settings icon).

Touch

(HOME).

Touch

(driver profiles icon).

Automatic cancellation

If any of the following conditions are met,
the Front View Monitor is canceled auto-
matically.

After accessing the Front View Monitor
by pressing the front view monitor
switch:

Approximately 3 minutes have passed

since the last operation.

The vehicle speed becomes 12.5 mph

(20 km/h) or higher.

The select lever is shifted to the “P”

position.

Pulling up the parking brake switch with

the brake pedal depressed to apply the
parking brake.

Range of Image on Screen

Traffic intersection with a poor visibility
view

Parking facing a wall

Range of displayed image

Obstacles (e.g., buildings, fences or
other vehicles)

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WARNING

Because the range of the image
captured by the camera is limited,
always check the traffic around the
vehicle directly with your eyes when
driving the vehicle.

NOTE

The range of the displayed image

may differ depending on the vehicle
status or the road surface status.

Because the Front View Monitor

system uses a specially designed lens,
the sense of distance in the displayed
image is different from the actual dis-
tance.

The camera image may be difficult to

view in the following situations. This is
not a malfunction.

– Dark place (at night)
– High or low temperature around
the lens
– Water contacts lens or in high
humidity (rainy weather)
– There is foreign materials (such
as mud) around the camera
– Sunlight or headlight beam di-
rectly shines towards the camera
lens

Under an artificial light such as a

fluorescent lamp, sodium-vapor lamp
or mercury lamp, the lighted portion
may look like it is flickering (flicker
phenomenon).

While the display has cooled down,

the image may leave traces or become
darker than usual, causing a difficulty
in viewing the screen. Always check the
traffic around the vehicle directly with
your eyes while driving the vehicle.

The following incidents should not

be deemed a malfunction.

– The camera lens may become
foggy when the humidity is high on
a rainy day.
– The light from a vehicle or build-
ing located ahead may be reflected
towards the camera image while
driving at night.
– In a dark place or while driving at
night, the camera image may be
adjusted to make noises less visi-
ble. Therefore, the image may look
like a monochromatic image or the
image colors may differ from the
actual colors. The camera image
may be deteriorated in regard to
sharpness at the center and four
corners of the screen. This is not a
malfunction.

Guiding Line

Guiding lines

Warning message

The guiding lines that indicates the width
and the front end of your vehicle are
displayed on the display.

Handling of Camera

CAUTION

Observe the following instructions.
Otherwise, the system may malfunc-
tion.

Do not apply any strong impact to

the camera such as banging it or
hitting it with an object. The
mounting angle may change.

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The camera unit is a waterproof

structure. Do not attempt to re-
move, disassemble or modify the
unit.

Do not rub strongly or polish the

camera lens with a hard brush or
abrasive compounds. The lens
may be scratched resulting in an
adverse effect to the camera
image.

The camera lens is made of glass

or plastic. Do not allow any
organic solvent, body wax, oil
film remover or glass coating
agent to become attached on the
lens surface. If any becomes
attached, remove it immediately.

Do not expose the camera lens to

any sudden temperature change,
for example, spraying hot water
on it in cold weather.

Do not apply the water jet of a

high pressure washer to the cam-
era or the surrounding area when
cleaning the vehicle. The impact
by the strong water pressure may
cause the camera to come off.
Also, water may enter inside the
camera and cause a malfunction.

If the camera is exposed to any

impact, it may lead to malfunction

of the camera. Have the camera
inspected by your SUBARU deal-
er as soon as possible.

Do not use a steam cleaner under

any circumstances. Some types
of steam cleaners inject hot
steam.

The camera surface may be da-

maged by a flying stone.

NOTE

If the camera lens is contaminated, no
sharp image is available. When the
camera is contaminated with water
drops, snow or mud, wash it with water
and wipe away any moisture with a soft
cloth. If it heavily gets dirty, wash it with
a neutral detergent.

7-19. Rear View Camera

A rear view camera is attached to the trunk
lid (Legacy) or rear gate (Outback/Subaru
Outback Wilderness). When the ignition
switch is in the “ON” position and the select
lever is set to “R”, the rear view camera
automatically displays the rear view image
behind the vehicle on the center informa-
tion display.

WARNING

Since the rear view camera uses a

wide-angle lens, the image on the
monitor is different from the
actual view in terms of distance.

Since the range of the image on

the monitor is limited, always

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check the rear view and the
surrounding area with your eyes
and mirrors, and move backward
at a slow speed. Moving back-
ward only by checking the rear
view image from the camera
could cause an accident.

Do not disassemble or modify the

camera, switch or wiring. If
smoke comes out or you smell a
strange odor, stop using the rear
view camera immediately. Con-
tact your SUBARU dealer for an
inspection. Continued use may
result in accident, fire or electric
shock.

CAUTION

When washing your vehicle with

a high-pressure washer, do not
allow water to touch the camera
directly. Entry of water in the
camera lens may result in con-
densation, malfunction, fire or
electric shock.

Since the camera is a precision

device, do not subject it to strong
impacts. Otherwise, malfunction,
fire or electric shock may occur.

If mud or snow sticks to or is

frozen on the camera, you must
be very careful when removing it.
Otherwise, damage to the camera
may cause a fire or electric
shock. Pour water or lukewarm
water over the camera to remove
mud and ice, and wipe it with a
soft, dry cloth.

Do not put a flame close to the

camera or wiring. Otherwise, da-
mage or fire may occur.

When replacing the fuse, be sure

to use a fuse with the specified
rating. Use of a fuse with a
different rating may result in a
malfunction.

If you use the rear view camera

for a long time while the engine is
not operated, the battery may
become completely discharged.

NOTE

Do not wipe the camera with alcohol,

benzine or paint thinner. Otherwise,
discoloration may occur. To remove
contamination, wipe the camera with a
cloth moistened with a diluted neutral
detergent. Then wipe it with a soft, dry
cloth.

When waxing the vehicle, be careful

not to apply the wax to the camera. If it

comes in contact with the camera,
moisten a clean cloth with a diluted
neutral detergent to remove the wax.

The camera lens has a hard coating

to help prevent scratches. However,
when washing the vehicle or cleaning
the camera lens, be careful not to
scratch the camera lens. Do not use a
washing brush directly on the camera
lens. The image quality of the rear view
camera may deteriorate.

Strong light shined on the camera

lens may develop vertical lines around
the light source. This is not a malfunc-
tion.

Under the fluorescent light, the dis-

play may flicker. However, this is not a
malfunction.

The image of the rear view camera

may be slightly different from the actual
color of the objects.

If there is a malfunction on the center

information display, refer to “Malfunc-
tions of the Center Information Dis-
play”

P478.

How to Use the Rear View
Camera

When the select lever is set to “R”, the rear
view camera automatically displays the
rear view image from the vehicle. When
the lever is set to other positions, the

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image before setting to “R” is displayed.
1. Set the ignition switch to “ON”.
2. Set the select lever to “R”.

NOTE

The image of the rear view camera is

horizontally reversed as is the case
with the vehicle inside mirror or the
outside mirror.

When “Rear Camera Delay Control”

is on, the rear view image will be
displayed on the center information
display for a certain period of time after
the select lever is shifted to a position
other than the “P” position from “R”. To
turn the function on and off, refer to
“General settings”

P219 (11.6-inch

display models) or “General settings”

P237 (dual 7.0-inch display models).

It may be difficult to see the image of

the rear view camera in the following
cases. This is not a malfunction of the
camera.

– The vehicle is in a dark place (at
night, in a tunnel, etc.).
– The vehicle is in an extremely hot
or cold place.
– An object (such as raindrops,
snow, dirt, etc.) that disturbs the
view of the rear view camera sticks
to the lens of the camera.

– Strong light is shining directly on
the camera lens (occasionally, there
are vertical lines on the screen).

Viewing Range on the Screen

CAUTION

The range that can be viewed with
the rear view camera is limited.
Always be sure to check with your
eyes when moving backward and
proceed slowly. Otherwise, it may
cause an accident or injury.

Range of view

Image from camera

The area from the rear end of the bumper
can be viewed. Areas at both ends of the
bumper and areas just under the bumper
cannot be viewed.

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Also, the image from the rear view camera
looks shorter than the actual distance.

Range of view

Image from camera

The area above the camera cannot be
viewed. If there is an object that has a wide

projection on its upper part such as a sign
pole behind the vehicle, the projection
cannot be seen on the screen.

Help Lines

The help lines are a guide to help you
realize the actual distance from the screen
image.

NOTE

If you shift to the “R” range within
several seconds after turning on the
ignition switch, the warning message
may not be displayed. Wait for several
seconds after turning on the ignition
switch before shifting to the “R” range.
Then, the warning message will be
displayed.

Help lines

Vehicle width line (oblique vertical line)

Approx. 10 ft (3 m) from the bumper
(green horizontal line)

Approx. 6 ft (2 m) from the bumper (green
horizontal line)

Approx. 3 ft (1 m) from the bumper
(yellow horizontal line)

Approx. 1.5 ft (0.5 m) from the bumper
(red horizontal line)

Vehicle centerline

Dynamic guidelines

When the select lever is set to “R”, the
monitor screen displays the help lines
together with the rear view image.

CAUTION

When moving backward, always

check the back with your eyes
without relying on the help lines.

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Otherwise, it may cause an acci-
dent or injury.

The actual position may be differ-

ent from the indication of the help
lines.

Differences may occur due to the

number of passengers or the
loaded cargo.

When the vehicle is on a slope or

inclined against the road, the
indication is different from the
actual position.

NOTE

When “Steering Angle Lines” is off, the
dynamic guidelines will be disappear
on the center information display. To
turn the dynamic guidelines on and off,
refer to “General settings”

P219

(11.6-inch display models) or “General
settings”

P237 (dual 7.0-inch display

models).

Difference between screen image
and actual road

The distance markers show the distance
for a level road when the vehicle is not
loaded. It may be different from the actual
distance depending on the loading condi-
tions or road conditions.

When there is an upward slope at
the back

3 ft (1 m)

The distance on the screen looks farther
than the actual distance.

When there is a downward slope
at the back

3 ft (1 m)

The distance on the screen looks nearer
than the actual distance.

NOTE

When cargo is loaded, the rear view
distance on the screen looks farther
than the actual distance as in an
upward slope.

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Feature of distance marker

3 ft (1 m) line

10 ft (3 m) line

The distance marker shows the distance
on the road. If there is a car or another
object close behind, distance cannot be
correctly displayed.

7-20. BSD/RCTA (If
Equipped)

The BSD/RCTA consists of rear corner
radars with Blind Spot Detection and Rear
Cross Traffic Alert.
These functions of BSD/RCTA are the
systems that detect objects and vehicles to
the rear and draw attention to the driver
when changing a lane or when driving in
reverse.

WARNING

The driver is responsible for driving
safely. Always be sure to check the
surroundings with your eyes when
changing lanes or reversing the
vehicle.

The system is designed to assist the
driver in changing lanes or rever-
sing safely by monitoring the rear
and side areas of the vehicle. How-
ever, you cannot rely on this system
alone in assuring the safety during a
lane change or reversing. Overcon-
fidence in this system could result in
an accident and lead to serious
injury or death. Since the system
operation has various limitations,
the flashing or illumination of the
BSD/RCTA approach indicator light

may be delayed or it may not operate
at all even when a vehicle is present
in a neighboring lane or approach-
ing from either side.

The driver is responsible for paying
attention to the rear and side areas
of the vehicle.

System Features

BSD/RCTA consists of the following func-
tions.

To detect a vehicle in a blind spot on an

adjacent lane or a vehicle approaching at
high speed while driving the vehicle (Blind
Spot Detection)

To detect a vehicle approaching from

the right or left while reversing the vehicle
(Rear Cross Traffic Alert)

The system uses rear corner radars for the
following features.

NOTE

The BSD/RCTA radar sensor has been
certified by the radio wave related laws
of the U.S. and other FCC compliant
countries, Canada and Mexico. When
driving in other countries, certification
of the country where the vehicle is
driven must be obtained. For certifica-
tion in the U.S. and other FCC compli-

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ant countries, Canada and Mexico,
refer to “Certification for the BSD/
RCTA”

P395.

Blind Spot Detection (BSD)

Operating range

The system notifies the driver of the
presence of vehicles in its blind spot.

If the system detects a vehicle in its

blind spot, it warns the driver by illuminat-
ing the BSD/RCTA approach indicator light
(s) on the outside mirror(s).

If the driver operates the turn signal

lever in the direction where the BSD/RCTA
approach indicator light is illuminating, the
system warns the driver of dangers by
flashing the BSD/RCTA approach indica-
tor light.

Lane Change Assist (LCA)

Operating range

The system notifies the driver of vehicles
approaching at a high speed in the
neighboring lanes.

If the system detects a vehicle ap-

proaching at a high speed in the neighbor-
ing lanes, it warns the driver of dangers by
illuminating the BSD/RCTA approach in-
dicator light(s) on the outside mirror(s).

If the driver operates the turn signal

lever in the direction where the BSD/RCTA
approach indicator light is illuminating, the
system warns the driver of dangers by
flashing the BSD/RCTA approach indica-
tor light.

Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)

Operating range

The system notifies the driver of another
vehicle approaching from either side when
driving in reverse. This feature helps the
driver check the rear and side areas of the
vehicle when moving backward.

If the system detects a vehicle approach-
ing from either side while moving back-
ward, it warns the driver of dangers in the
following way.

The BSD/RCTA approach indicator

light(s) on the outside mirror(s) flashes.

A warning buzzer sounds.

An icon appears on the center informa-

tion display.

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Limitations of the detectability of
RCTA

Since the detectability of RCTA is limited,
the RCTA may not operate properly in
angled parking.

Example 1

The detection range of the rear corner
radars

Area out of detection range of the rear
corner radars

Vehicle that may not be detected

Parked vehicle

WARNING

An approaching vehicle (A) may not
be detected because the detection
range is limited by the parked vehi-
cle (B). Always be sure to check the
surroundings with your eyes when

reversing the vehicle.

Example 2

The detection range of the rear corner
radars

Vehicle that may be detected

NOTE

The system may detect that a vehicle
(C) is passing in front of your vehicle.
Always be sure to check the surround-
ings with your eyes when reversing the
vehicle.

System Operation

Operating conditions

The BSD/RCTA will operate when all of the
following conditions are met.

The ignition switch is in the “ON”

position.

The BSD/RCTA warning indicator and

BSD/RCTA OFF indicator are turned off.

The vehicle is driven at speeds above 7

mph (12 km/h) (except when reversing).

The select lever is in the “R” position

(RCTA only).

The BSD/RCTA will not operate in the
following situations.

The BSD/RCTA OFF indicator appears.

The vehicle speed is below 6 mph (10

km/h) even when the BSD/RCTA OFF
indicator does not appear (except when
reversing).

NOTE

In the following cases, the BSD/

RCTA will stop operating and the BSD/
RCTA warning indicator will appear.

– When a malfunction occurs in the
system, including the BSD/RCTA
approach indicator light

If the BSD/RCTA warning indicator

appears, exercise proper caution. For
details, refer to “BSD/RCTA Warning

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Indicator”

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In the following cases, the BSD/

RCTA will temporarily stop operating
(or may stop operating) and the BSD/
RCTA OFF indicator will appear.

– When the rear corner radars
become significantly misaligned (If
the orientation of the rear corner
radars is shifted for any reason,
readjustment is required. Have the
sensor adjusted at a SUBARU deal-
er.)
– When a large amount of snow or
ice sticks to the rear bumper sur-
face around the rear corner radars
– When the vehicle is driven on a
snow-covered road or in an envir-
onment in which there are no ob-
jects around (such as in a desert) for
a prolonged period of time
– When the temperature around the
rear corner radars increases exces-
sively due to long driving on uphill
grades in the summer, etc.
– When the temperature around the
rear corner radars becomes extre-
mely low
– When the vehicle battery voltage
lowers
– When the vehicle voltage ex-
ceeds the battery voltage rating

The BSD/RCTA will resume operation
once these conditions are corrected,
and the BSD/RCTA OFF indicator will
disappear. However, if the BSD/RCTA
OFF indicator appears for a prolonged
period of time, have the system in-
spected at a SUBARU dealer as soon as
possible.

The detectability of the rear corner

radars is restricted. The BSD/RCTA
detection may be impaired and the
system may not operate properly under
the following conditions.

– When the rear bumper around the
rear corner radars is distorted
– When ice, snow or mud adheres
to the rear bumper surface around
the rear corner radars
– When stickers, etc. are affixed on
the areas of the rear corner radars
on the rear bumper
– During adverse weather condi-
tions such as rain, snow or fog
– When driving on wet roads such
as snow-covered roads and through
puddles

The rear corner radars may not

detect or may have difficulty detecting
the following vehicles and objects.

– Small motorcycles, bicycles, pe-
destrians, stationary objects on the
road or road side, etc.

– Vehicles with body shapes that
the radar may not reflect (vehicles
with lower body height such as a
trailer with no cargo and sports
cars)
– Vehicles that are not approaching
your vehicle even though they are in
the detection area (either on a
neighboring lane to the rear or be-
side your vehicle when reversing)
(The system determines the pre-
sence of approaching vehicles
based on data detected by the rear
corner radars.)
– Vehicles traveling at significantly
different speeds
– Vehicles driving in parallel at al-
most the same speed as your vehi-
cle for a prolonged time
– Oncoming vehicles
– Vehicles in a lane beyond the
neighboring lane
– Vehicles travelling at a signifi-
cantly lower speed that you are
trying to overtake

On a road with extremely narrow

lanes, the system may detect vehicles
driving in a lane next to the neighboring
lane.

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Starting

and

Operating

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BSD/RCTA Approach Indica-
tor Light/Warning Buzzer

While the BSD/RCTA is active, the follow-
ing item(s) will operate to alert the driver:

The BSD/RCTA approach indicator

light (when there are vehicles in the
neighboring lanes).

The BSD/RCTA approach indicator

light and warning buzzer (when a vehicle
is approaching from the left or right side
while your vehicle is reversing)

BSD/RCTA approach indicator light

It is mounted on each side of the outside
mirrors.
The indicator light will illuminate when a
vehicle approaching from behind is de-

tected.
The indicator light will flash to warn the
driver of dangers under the following
conditions.

While the indicator light is illuminating, if

the turn signal lever is operated toward the
side in which this light turned on

When reversing the vehicle while the

system detects a vehicle approaching
from either side

BSD/RCTA approach indicator
light dimming function

When the headlights are turned on, the
brightness of the BSD/RCTA approach
indicator light will be reduced.

NOTE

You may have difficulty seeing the

BSD/RCTA approach indicator light
under the following conditions.

– When sunlight shines directly on
it
– When the headlight beams from a
vehicle traveling behind shines di-
rectly on it

While the illumination brightness

control dial is in the fully upward
position, even if the headlights are
turned on, the brightness of the BSD/
RCTA approach indicator light will not
be reduced. For details about the

illumination brightness control dial,
refer to “Illumination Brightness Con-
trol”

P177.

BSD/RCTA approach warning buz-
zer (only when reversing)

A warning buzzer sounds along with
flashing of the BSD/RCTA approach in-
dicator light to warn the driver of dangers.

The setting of the warning buzzer volume
can be changed by operating the center
information display. For details, refer to
“Car settings”

P223 (11.6-inch display

models).

Safety tips regarding the BSD/RCTA
approach indicator light/warning
buzzer

In the following cases, operation of the

BSD/RCTA approach indicator light and
the warning buzzer may be delayed or the
system may fail to issue these warnings.

– When a vehicle moves to the neigh-
boring lane from a lane next to the
neighboring lane
– When driving on a steep incline or
on repeated sharp uphill and downhill
grades
– When going beyond a pass
– When both your vehicle and a
vehicle driving on a neighboring lane
are driving on the far side of each lane.

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