Subaru Forester: Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) system (if equipped) / Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) system operation
When the Reverse Automatic Braking
(RAB) system is in operation, the range
between the vehicle and the detected
object will be indicated on the audio/navigation monitor. Also, warning sounds
will activate in 3 levels to warn the driver of
a potential collision.
While the RAB is operating, a warning
message is displayed on the audio/navigation
monitor and the combination meter
display (color LCD).
Guideline of detecting range

*: Range of detection may vary depending on the environmental condition.
The Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB)
system will operate when all of the following
conditions are met.
EyeSight warning indicator
RAB warning indicator
RAB OFF indicator
The ignition switch is in the “ON”
position.
The EyeSight warning indicator is off.
The RAB warning indicator is ..
Long proximity alert (object detected)
Green: 35 in (90 cm) or more
Medium proximity alert (approaching the object)
Yellow: 28 to 35 in (70 to 90 cm)
Short proximity alert (approaching the object closer)
Orange: 20 to 28 in (50 to 70 cm)
Closest proximity alert (too close to the object)..
Other information:
WARNING
Never tow a trailer when the
temporary spare tire is used.
The temporary spare tire is not
designed to sustain the towing
load. Use of the temporary spare
tire when towing can result in
failure of the spare tire and/or
less stability of the vehicle and
may lead to an accident...
The automatically retract seat on entry
which automatically slides back the driver’s
seat when the driver’s door is
unlocked and opened. This function can
be turned ON/OFF. For the setting procedure,
refer to “Driver Monitoring System
settings”...