Subaru Forester Manuals 2023 Forester Owner's Manual | Page 379

Reverse Automatic Braking ( RAB ) system 373
NOTE
. When the settings cannot be changed , the ON / OFF setting key will be grayed out .
. The ON / OFF setting key may be grayed out if the Reverse Automatic Braking ( RAB ) system malfunctions , etc . In this case , turn the ignition switch to the “ OFF ” position and then turn it to the “ ON ” position again . If the setting cannot be changed even after turning the ignition switch to the “ ON ” position again , consult your SUBARU dealer .
. The settings will be restored as follows when the select lever is shifted to the “ R ” position next time . – Reverse Automatic Braking ( RAB ) system settings : default ( ON setting )
– Object detection warning beeping sound : the setting selected by operating the combination meter display ( color LCD )
Also , the following settings can be changed by operating the combination meter display ( color LCD ).
. Warning volume . Sonar audible alarm ON / OFF
For details , refer to “ Menu screens ” FP196 .
& RAB warning indicator
1 RAB malfunction message 2 RAB warning indicator
S07BN07
If the Reverse Automatic Braking ( RAB ) system malfunctions , the above indicator illuminates on the combination meter . Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer for details .
& Handling of the sonar sensors
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The 4 sonar sensors are located in the rear bumper . To ensure the proper operation of the Reverse Automatic Braking ( RAB ) system , observe the following precautions .
. Do not affix any stickers or other items on the sonar sensor or the bumper surface near the sonar sensors .
. Always keep the rear bumper surface near the sonar sensors clean .
. Do not modify the rear bumper .
. Do not paint the bumper near the sonar sensors .
. Do not apply high pressure water to the sonar sensors with a high pressure carwashing machine .
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Starting and operating