Subaru Legacy BN/BS (2015-2019) Owners Manual: Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)

Subaru Legacy BN/BS (2015-2019) Owners Manual / Starting and operating / BSD/RCTA (if equipped) / System features / Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)

Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)

1) Operating range

The system notifies the driver of another vehicle approaching from either side when driving in reverse. This feature helps the driver check the rear and side areas of the vehicle when moving backward.

If the system detects a vehicle approaching from either side while moving backward, it warns the driver of dangers in the following way.

The BSD/RCTA approach indicator light(s) on the outside mirror(s) flashes.
A warning buzzer sounds.
An icon appears on the rear view camera screen (if equipped)

Limitations of the detectability of RCTA

Since the detectability of RCTA is limited, the RCTA may not operate properly in parking areas in which the parking spaces are drawn diagonally to the driving lanes.

Example 1

1) The detection range of the radar sensors
2) Area out of detection range of the radar sensors
A) Vehicle that may not be detected
B) Parked vehicle

WARNING An approaching vehicle (A) may not be detected because the detection range is limited by the parked vehicle (B). Always be sure to check the surroundings with your eyes when reversing the vehicle.

Example 2

1) The detection range of the radar sensors
C) Vehicle that may be detected

NOTE The system may detect that a vehicle (C) is passing in front of your vehicle.

Always be sure to check the surroundings with your eyes when reversing the vehicle.

Blind Spot Detection (BSD)

1) Operating range The system notifies the driver of the presence of vehicles in its blind spot. If the system detects a vehicle in its blind spot, it warns the driver by illuminatin ...

System operation

Operating conditions The BSD/RCTA will operate when all of the following conditions are met. The ignition switch is in the "ON" position. The BSD/RCTA warning indicator and BSD ...

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Combination meter illumination
When the ignition switch is turned to the "ON" position, the various parts of the combination meter are illuminated in the following sequence. Warning lights, indicator lights, meter needles, gauge needles and liquid crystal display illuminate. The meter and gauge needles sw ...