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Driver Monitoring System
. Do not apply strong impacts to the rear bumper near the sonar sensors . If a sensor becomes misaligned , a system malfunction may occur , including inability to detect objects in the reversing direction . If any strong impact is applied to the rear bumper , contact a SUBARU dealer to have the system inspected .
. Do not disassemble the sonar sensors .
NOTE
If the sonar sensors require repair or replacement , or if the area of the rear bumper near the sonar sensors requires repair , paintwork or replacement , contact your SUBARU dealer for assistance .
7-21 . Driver Monitoring System ( if equipped )
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Driver Monitoring System is introduced as DriverFocus in some countries .
The Driver Monitoring System monitors possible cases when the driver is not paying attention to the forward direction , and also recognizes individual users .
This system warns the driver of inattentive / drowsy driving , and can support safe and comfortable driving by automatically retrieving the following settings .
– Driver ’ s position – Climate control setting – Meter setting – Multi-function display setting
When a user is registered , various settings are automatically retrieved when the user enters the vehicle .
The interior temperature setting can also be changed using gesture control . Refer to “ Gesture control ” FP386 .
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CAUTION
. Always use the utmost care in driving
– Overconfidence because you are driving a vehicle with the Driver Monitoring System could easily lead to a serious accident .
. This system cannot detect if the driver is feeling drowsy or is concentrating on safe driving .
. It cannot judge if the driver is awake or asleep , if their driving abilities have diminished , or if they are concentrating on safe