Subaru Forester: BSD/RCTA (if equipped) / 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.
- The BSD/RCTA approach indicator light(s) on the outside mirror(s) flashes.
- A warning buzzer sounds.
- An icon appears on the rear view camera screen (audio/navigation monitor)
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 radar sensors
- Area out of detection range of the radar sensors
- 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 vehicle (B). Always be sure to check the surroundings when reversing the vehicle.
Example 2
1) The detection range of the radar sensors
C) 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 surroundings when reversing the vehicle.
Other information:
Subaru Forester 2019-2022 Owners Manual: 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...
Subaru Forester 2019-2022 Owners Manual: Shift lock release
If the select lever cannot be operated, turn the ignition switch back to the “ON” position then move the select lever to the “P” position with the select lever button pressed and the brake pedal depressed. If the select lever does not move after performing the above procedure, check and confirm the following and release the shift lock accordingly...
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Average vehicle speed
This display shows the average vehicle speed since the trip meter was last reset. Pressing the TRIP RESET switch toggles the display between the average vehicle speed corresponding to the A trip meter display and the average vehicle speed corresponding to the B trip meter display. When either of the trip meter displays is reset, the corresponding average vehicle speed value is also reset.
