Subaru Forester: Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) system overview / Detecting range

1. Detecting range (width): Approximately 6 in (15 cm) outside of the vehicle width
2. Range that the system cannot detect: Approximately 20 in (50 cm) behind the rear of the vehicle
3. Detecting range (length): Approximately 5 ft (1.5 m) from the rear of the vehicle

WARNING

If your vehicle is trapped on a railroad crossing and you are trying to escape by reversing through the crossing gate, the system may recognize the crossing gate as an obstacle and the brake may activate. In this case, remain calm and either continue to depress the accelerator pedal or cancel the system. To cancel the system, refer to “Canceling the Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) system operation” .