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Reverse Automatic Braking( RAB) System
CAUTION
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. For details, consult your SUBARU dealer.
. 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 sensor becomes misaligned, a system malfunction may occur, including the inability to detect vehicles entering the detection areas. If any strong shock is applied to the bumper, be sure to contact your SUBARU dealer for inspection.
. Do not disassemble the radar sensors.
NOTE
If the radar sensors require repair or replacement, or the bumper area around the radar sensors requires repair, paintwork or replacement, contact your SUBARU dealer for assistance.
7-20. Reverse Automatic Braking( RAB) System( If Equipped) s07bn
Reverse Automatic Braking( RAB) is a system designed to help avoid collisions or reduce collision damage when reversing the vehicle. If a wall or an obstacle is detected in the reversing direction, the system will notify the driver with a warning sound and may activate the vehicle’ s brakes automatically.
WARNING
. Reverse Automatic Braking( RAB) is not a system intended to replace the driver’ s responsibility to check their surroundings for vehicles or obstacles to avoid a collision.
. The driver is responsible for driving safely. Before reversing, be sure to first depress the brake pedal and visually check the surroundings.
. There are some cases in which the vehicle cannot avoid collision, because the system operation has limitations. The warning sound or automatic braking may