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

Subaru Forester. BSD/RCTA OFF switch

BSD/RCTA OFF switch

Subaru Forester. 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.

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