Subaru Forester: User recognition function / Changing the personalization settings

Driver Monitoring System ON/OFF status

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Inattentive/drowsy driving warning

While driving, the Driver Monitoring System monitors possible cases of driver inattention or drowsiness and warns the driver. When the inattentive/drowsy driving warning activates, the buzzer sounds and an interrupt display appears...

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Subaru Forester 2019-2025 Owners Manual: 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 approaching from either side while moving backward, it warns the driver of dangers in the following way...

Subaru Forester 2019-2025 Owners Manual: Driving on grades

Before going down a steep hill, slow down and shift to a lower gear (if necessary, use 1st gear) in order to utilize the engine braking effect and prevent overheating of your vehicle’s brakes. Do not make sudden downshifts. When driving uphill in hot weather, the air conditioner may turn off automatically to protect the engine from overheating...