Subaru Forester: BSD/RCTA (if equipped) / System operation
The BSD/RCTA will operate when all of the
following conditions are met.
The ignition switch is in the “ON”
position.
The BSD/RCTA warning light and BSD/
RCTA OFF indicator light are turned off...
Other information:
BSD/RCTA approach indicator light
It is mounted in each side of the outside
mirrors.
The indicator light will illuminate when a
vehicle approaching from behind is detected.
The indicator light will flash to warn the
driver of dangers under the following
conditions...
The vehicle is involved in an oblique sideon
impact.
The vehicle is involved in a side-on
impact in an area outside the vicinity of
the passenger compartment.
The vehicle strikes a telephone pole or
similar object.
The vehicle is involved in a side-on
impact from a motorcycle...