Subaru Forester: BSD/RCTA (if equipped) / BSD/RCTA OFF switch

BSD/RCTA OFF switch

BSD/RCTA OFF indicator light
If the BSD/RCTA OFF switch is pressed,
the BSD/RCTA OFF indicator light appears
on the combination meter, and the BSD/RCTA is deactivated.
Press the switch again to activate the BSD/
RCTA. The BSD/RCTA OFF indicator light
will disappear.
When this occurs, the BSD/RCTA approach
indicator light on the side of the
rearview mirror illuminates for a few
seconds and then turns off.
NOTE
- In the following cases, the system
may not operate properly due to
blocked radar waves. Press the BSD/
RCTA OFF switch to deactivate the
system.
- When towing a trailer
- When a bicycle carrier or other
carrier item is fitted to the rear of the
vehicle.
- When using a chassis dynamometer
or free roller device, etc.
- When running the engine and
making the wheels rotate while
lifting up the vehicle
- If the ignition switch is turned to the
“LOCK”/“OFF” position, the last known
status of the system is maintained. For
example, if the ignition switch is turned
to the “LOCK”/“OFF” position with the
BSD/RCTA deactivated, the BSD/RCTA
will remain deactivated the next time
the ignition switch is turned to the “ON”
position.
U.S.-spec. models
FCC ID: OAYSRR3A
CAUTION
FCC WARNING
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the
equipment...
Other information:
You should use synthetic engine oil that
meets the same requirements given for
conventional engine oil. When using synthetic
oil, you must use oil of the same
classification, viscosity and grade shown
in this Owner’s Manual. Refer to “Engine
oil”...
CAUTION
Keep the vanity mirror cover closed
while the car is being driven to avoid
being distracted by the light.
To use the vanity mirror, swing down the
sun visor and open the vanity mirror cover.
The light beside the vanity mirror illuminates
when the mirror cover is opened...