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
When you fold down the seatback,
check that there are no
passengers or objects on the rear
seat. Not doing so creates a risk
of injury or property damage if
the seatback suddenly folds
down.
Never allow passengers to ride
on the folded rear seatback or in
the cargo area...
The cargo area cover can be stowed in
under the cargo floor.
Pull the strap to open the center part of
the cargo floor lid, and then remove the lid.
Remove the left and right parts of the
cargo floor lid.
Stow the cover housing in the cargo
area end...