Subaru Forester: BSD/RCTA (if equipped) / System operation

Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)

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Operating conditions

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...

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Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Cargo area light

Cargo area light (models without rear gate light) ON OFF DOOR Cargo area light (models with rear gate light) OFF DOOR ON ON: The light remains on continuously. OFF: The light remains off. DOOR: The cargo area light will illuminate automatically in the following case...

Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Shift lock function

The shift lock function helps prevent the improper operation of the select lever. The select lever cannot be operated unless the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and the brake pedal is depressed. The select lever cannot be moved from the “P” position to any other position before the brake pedal is depressed...