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 2019-2025 Owners Manual: Precautions and tips

CAUTION Use of any lights for a long period of time while the engine is not running can cause the battery to discharge. Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the lights are turned off. If the vehicle is left unattended for a long time with the lights illuminated, the battery may be discharged...

Subaru Forester 2019-2025 Owners Manual: Trailer safety chains

WARNING Always use safety chains between your vehicle and the trailer. Towing trailer without safety chains could create a traffic safety hazard if the trailer separates from the hitch due to coupling damage or hitch ball damage. In case the trailer hitch connector or hitch ball should break or become disconnected, the trailer could get loose and create a traffic safety hazard...