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...

Other information:

Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Auto Vehicle Hold function

The Auto Vehicle Hold function will automatically keep the vehicle stopped even after releasing the brake pedal when the vehicle is at a complete stop, such as at traffic signals. WARNING Do not use the Auto Vehicle Hold function on a steep hill or slippery road...

Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Key lock-in prevention function

Under the following conditions, all the doors will not lock when the door lock switch is pushed with the front door open. The key is still in the ignition switch (models without “keyless access with push-button start system”). The ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position (models with “keyless access with push-button start system”)...