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:
By operating the access key fob
If you have registered a PIN code for PIN
Code Access, you can disable the keyless
access function by operating the access
key fob. For details about registering a PIN
code, refer to “Unlock using PIN Code
Access”...
Carry the access key fob, and touch the
sensor behind the door handle.
The driver’s door handle:
Either the driver’s door and fuel filler lid will
unlock, or all doors and the fuel filler lid will
unlock.
The front passenger’s door handle:
The fuel filler lid, rear gate and all doors will
be unlocked...