Subaru Crosstrek Manuals 2016 Crosstrek Owner's Manual | Page 442

Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA (5–door models — if equipped) nation meter, and the BSD/RCTA is deactivated. Press the switch again to activate the BSD/RCTA. The BSD/RCTA OFF indica- tor will disappear. NOTE . In the following cases, the system may not operate properly due to blocked radar waves. Press the BSD/ RCTA OFF switch to deactivate the system. – When towing a trailer – When a bicycle carrier or other item is fitted to the rear of the vehicle – When using a chassis dynam- ometer or free roller device, etc. – When running the engine and making the wheels rotate while lifting up the vehicle . If the ignition switch is turned to the “LOCK”/“OFF” position, the last known status of the system is maintained. For example, if the ignition switch is turned to the “LOCK”/“OFF” position with the BSD/RCTA deactivated, the BSD/RCTA will remain deactivated the next time the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. . If the vehicle battery is disconnected due to situations such as battery terminal or fuse replacement, after the battery is reconnected, the BSD/RCTA will be activated. 7-57 & Handling of radar sensors & Certification for the BSD/ RCTA FCC ID: OAYSRR2A CAUTION FCC WARNING Changes or modifications not ex- pressly approved by the party re- sponsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interfer- ence received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Radar sensors The radar sensors, one on each side of the vehicle, are mounted inside the rear bumper. To ensure correct operation of the BSD/ RCTA, observe the following precautions. . Always keep the bumper surface near the radar sensors clean. . Do not affix any stickers or other items on the bumper surface near the radar sensors. . Do not modify the bumper near the radar sensors. . Do not paint the bumper near the radar sensors. . Do not expose the bumper near the radar sensors to strong impacts. If a – CONTINUED –