Interior equipment / Rear view camera
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A rear view camera is attached to the trunk lid ( Legacy ) or rear gate ( Outback ).
When the ignition switch is “ ON ” and the shift lever ( MT models ) or select lever ( CVT models ) is set to “ R ”, the rear view camera automatically displays the rear view image behind the vehicle on the audio / navigation monitor .
WARNING
. Since the rear view camera uses a wide-angle lens , the image on the monitor is different from the actual view in terms of distance .
. Since the range of the image on the monitor is limited , you should always check the rear view and the surrounding area with your eyes and mirrors , and move backward at a slow speed . Moving backward only by checking the rear view image from the camera could cause an accident .
. Do not disassemble or modify the camera , switch or wiring . If smoke comes out or you smell a strange odor , stop using the rear view camera immediately . Contact your SUBARU dealer for an inspection . Continued use may result in accident , fire or
electric shock .
CAUTION
. If your vehicle is washed with a high-pressure washer , do not allow water to contact the camera directly . Entry of water in the camera lens may result in condensation , malfunction , fire or electric shock .
. Since the camera is a precision device , do not subject it to strong impacts . Otherwise , malfunction , fire or electric shock may occur .
. If mud or snow sticks to or is frozen on the camera , you must be very careful removing it . Otherwise , damage done to the camera may cause a fire or electric shock . Pour water or lukewarm water over the camera to remove mud and ice , and wipe it with a soft , dry cloth .
. Do not put a flame close to the camera or wiring . Otherwise , damage or fire may occur .
. When replacing the fuse , be sure to use a fuse with the specified rating . Use of a fuse with a different rating may result in a
malfunction .
. If the rear view camera is used for a long time while the engine is not operated , the battery may become completely discharged .
NOTE
. Do not wipe the camera with alcohol , benzine or paint thinner . Otherwise , discoloration may occur . To remove contamination , wipe the camera with a cloth moistened with a diluted neutral detergent and then wipe it with a soft , dry cloth . . When waxing the vehicle , be careful not to apply the wax to the camera . If it comes in contact with the camera , moisten a clean cloth with a diluted neutral detergent to remove the wax . . The camera lens has hard coating to help prevent scratches . However , when washing the vehicle or cleaning the camera lens , be careful not to scratch the camera lens . Do not use a washing brush directly on the camera lens . The monitor screen may be adversely affected . . Strong light shined on the camera lens may develop white light stripes around the light source . This is not a malfunction .
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