Subaru Forester: BSD/RCTA OFF indicator light / System temporary stop due to reduced
radar sensitivity

- BSD/RCTA temporary stop message due
to reduced radar sensitivity
- BSD/RCTA OFF indicator light
This display appears when the detectability
of the radar sensors is reduced. Once
the condition is corrected, the system will
recover from the temporary stop condition
and the indicator will disappear. If the
indicator remains displayed for a prolonged
time, have the system inspected
at a SUBARU dealer.
System malfunction
BSD/RCTA malfunction message
At first, this message will appear
Then this message will appear
BSD/RCTA warning light
This display appears when a malfunction
occurs in the system...
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NOTE
For remote engine starter transceiver:
In the event that the vehicle’s battery is
replaced, discharged or disconnected,
it will be necessary to start the vehicle a
minimum of one time using the key
prior to activating the remote engine
start system...