376 STARTING AND OPERATING
SYSTEM WARNING s07bh03
So that it can be used safely and comfortably, the Auto Start Stop system is designed to constantly monitor the vehicle conditions as well as the environment inside and outside the vehicle in addition to driver operations, and to provide various warnings to the driver via the warning light and / or indicator light illuminating and a buzzer sounding. For details about the warning light and indicator light, refer to“ Auto Start Stop Warning Light( Yellow)” FP194.
Warning buzzer s07bh0301
The buzzer will sound when the engine hood is opened while the engine is stopped by the Auto Start Stop system.
When this occurs, the buzzer will stop sounding when the following operations are performed.
. The engine is restarted by normal operation.( Refer to“ Preparing to Drive” FP329.)
. The ignition switch is turned to the“ LOCK”/“ OFF” position.
Display of warning messages s07bh0302
If a warning message is displayed on the combination meter display( color LCD) while driving, a malfunction may have occurred in the Auto Start Stop system. In this case, the Auto Start Stop warning light will illuminate. Have your vehicle inspected at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.
7-19. SURROUND VIEW MONITOR( If Equipped) s07bu
Surround View Monitor is a feature that displays camera images on the center information display to allow the driver to check the blind spots of the vehicle. You can use it to check the area in the front of the vehicle, when starting the vehicle or while driving, and the area to the rear of the vehicle, when backing up. You can also use it to check your surroundings when parking the vehicle.
WARNING
. Never rely on only the Surround View Monitor when driving the vehicle. The image on the monitor screen may appear different from the vehicle’ s actual surroundings. If you drive the vehicle by viewing only the monitor image, a collision or an accident may occur. When driving the vehicle, always remain alert and the check the surrounding traffic directly and by using the mirrors.
. Do not use the Surround View Monitor in the following situations.
– You are driving on a dirt road or a road covered in snow.
– The camera malfunctions( e. g. the lens or bracket is broken).
– The outside mirrors are retracted.
– The front door is not fully closed.
. If the outside temperature is low, the monitor screen may become dark or the image may become dim. In particular, the image of a moving object may appear distorted or disappear from the screen. Always remain alert and check the surrounding traffic directly when driving.