SUBARU FORESTER 2022 Getting Started Guide

Customizing EyeSight®Settings
The EyeSight®system features customization
of certain preferences and warnings. Use the
steering wheel mounted “i/Set” and arrow
switches to navigate through the Combination
Meter Display (CMD) to adjust settings such as:
• Warning Volume: Min/Mid/Max
• Cruise Control Acceleration Characteristics: Eco/Comfort/Standard/Dynamic
LANE DEPARTURE WARNING AND PRE-COLLISION
BRAKING SYSTEM OFF SWITCHES
Lane Departure Warning OFF
Press and hold this switch on the overhead console for
approximately two seconds to turn off the Lane Departure Warning
and Lane Sway Warning functions. Press and hold the switch again
for approximately two seconds to turn the functions on.
When these functions are off, a yellow Lane Departure Warning OFF
indicator will be illuminated in the Combination Meter. It may be
helpful to turn these functions off when lane markings on the road
are inconsistent.
i/Set and Arrow Switches
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Pre-Collision Braking System OFF Switch
Press and hold this switch on the overhead console for
approximately two seconds to turn off the Pre-Collision Braking
system (including Pre-Collision Brake Assist and, if equipped,
Automatic Emergency Steering) and Pre-Collision Throttle
Management function. Press and hold the switch again for
approximately two seconds to turn these functions on.
When these functions are off, a yellow Pre-Collision Braking OFF
indicator illuminates in the Combination Meter. If equipped, the
Automatic Emergency Steering OFF indicator also illuminates. It
may be helpful to turn these functions off when using a
drive-through carwash.
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REAR-VISION CAMERA
This function provides a clear view of the area
behind the vehicle to help avoid obstacles.
Using a wide-angle camera mounted on the
rear of the vehicle, an image is automatically
displayed on the multimedia screen when you
place the select lever in the “R” position.
The displayed image features a centerline
indicator, colored distance markers, and
dynamic guidelines that move as the steering wheel is turned.
Rear-vision Camera Washer
To help keep your vision clear, your Subaru
comes equipped with a Rear-vision Camera
Washer. The Rear-vision Camera Washer is
activated whenever the washer for the rear
window is used. Rotate the end of the window
wiper lever down from the “OFF” position, or
up from the continuous operation position, to
clean both the rear window and the
Rear-vision Camera.
For more information, please refer to
“Instruments and Controls” in your Owner’s Manual.
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FRONT VIEW MONITOR(if equipped)
The Front View Monitor provides you with
visibility from the front grille shown in the
Multi-Function Display, allowing you to check
blind spots and see road surface conditions
around the front tires during off-road driving,
such as when driving downhill. The Front View
Monitor also supports everyday
driving safety, improving visibility
when making turns with an
obstructed view or pulling into a
narrow parking spot. A guide line
is displayed to provide distance
and width references.
With the ignition in “ON” or
“ACC”, press the “VIEW” switch
on the center console (or shift the
select lever from “R” to “D”) to
display the Front View Monitor
image on the Multi-Function
Display (MFD). You can manually
turn off the Front View Monitor by
pressing the “VIEW” or “INFO”
switch. The function will also deactivate automatically.
BLIND SPOT DETECTION (BSD) / REAR CROSS
TRAFFIC ALERT (RCTA) (if equipped)
This system uses radar sensors mounted behind the rear bumper on the left and right
sides that warn you if another vehicle is sensed in your blind spots. These functions
provide additional awareness when changing lanes or driving in reverse.
For more information, please refer to the following sections of this Getting Started
Guide and “Starting and Operating” in your Owner’s Manual.
Blind Spot Detection (BSD)
Blind Spot Detection senses if a vehicle is traveling at the same
relative speed in your blind spot and provides a visual warning. If
the system detects a vehicle in your blind spot, the BSD/RCTA
approach indicator light in the corresponding side mirror frame
illuminates. If you operate the turn signal lever in the direction the
BSD/RCTA approach indicator light is illuminated, the system provides an additional level
of warning by rapidly flashing the BSD/RCTA approach indicator light.
Front View Monitor Switch
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Lane Change Assist (LCA)
Lane Change Assist (LCA) provides an additional level of protection by warning you of
rapidly approaching vehicles in the neighboring lanes. If LCA detects a vehicle
approaching at a high speed in the neighboring lanes, the BSD/RCTA approach indicator
light in the corresponding side mirror frame illuminates. If you operate the turn signal lever
in the direction the BSD/RCTA approach indicator light is illuminated, the system rapidly
flashes the BSD/RCTA approach indicator light.
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA)
This function detects a vehicle approaching
from either side as you reverse, helping you
check the rear and side areas of the vehicle
when moving backward. If RCTA detects a
vehicle approaching from either side while
moving backward, the system provides visual
and audible warnings: The BSD/RCTA
approach indicator light(s) on the side mirror(s)
flash, the BSD/RCTA warning indicator
appears in the upper corner of the Rear-Vision
Camera display, and a warning buzzer sounds.
Blind Spot Detection / Rear Cross Traffic Alert OFF
BSD/RCTA can be deactivated by pressing the BSD/RCTA OFF
switch in the instrument panel. Press the switch again to turn
BSD/RCTA back on.
When these functions are off, a yellow BSD/RCTA OFF indicator will
be displayed in the Combination Meter. Deactivating BSD/RCTA
also deactivates Automatic Emergency Steering, if equipped.
When Automatic Emergency Steering is turned off, the Automatic
Emergency Steering OFF indicator is displayed in the Combination
Meter.
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HIGH BEAM ASSIST (HBA)
This function uses the EyeSight®cameras to automatically switch
the headlights between high and low beam settings, enhancing
safety for both you and other drivers on the road. To activate High
Beam Assist, set the headlight control switch to the “AUTO”
position and push the headlight lever forward to the high beam
position. The green HBA indicator illuminates on the Combination
Meter.
HBA automatically activates the high beams when the forward area is dark, there are no
preceding/oncoming vehicles or sharp curves in the road, and your speed is approximately
20 mph or greater. When an preceding/oncoming vehicle is detected, the forward area is
bright, your speed decreases to 10 mph or less, or the EyeSight
®system is malfunctioning
or is temporarily stopped, HBA automatically switches to low beams.
STEERING RESPONSIVE HEADLIGHTS (SRH)
The Steering Responsive Headlights (SRH) system aims the headlight beams in the
direction you are steering, improving visibility at corners and intersections when driving at
night. Although the system is normally on, you can turn the system off using the SRH OFF
switch located on the lower left console.
For more information, please refer to “Instruments and Controls” in your Owner’s
Manual.
REVERSE AUTOMATIC BRAKING (RAB) (if equipped)
This system uses four rear bumper mounted sonar
sensors to detect objects when moving between
1 and 9 mph in reverse. RAB uses the Rear-Vision
Camera image to display colored proximity alerts
when an object is detected. As an object becomes
closer to the rear of your vehicle, audible beeps
provide additional awareness in progressive levels. If
RAB determines that a collision with an object is
possible, the system can automatically apply the brakes to help prevent or minimize the
impact.
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Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) OFF
In some cases, such as connecting a trailer, it may be helpful to temporarily turn the
system off. RAB can be turned off using the buttons in the lower corners of the
touchscreen when the select lever is in the “R” position.
Select and hold the “RAB ON” button in the lower part of the touchscreen
until it changes to “RAB OFF” to disable the automatic braking functions of
the RAB system.
Select and hold the “P))) ON” button in the lower part of the touchscreen until
it changes to “P))) OFF” to disable the audible beeping of the RAB system.
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DRIVERFOCUS®OVERVIEW(if equipped)
Your Subaru features DriverFocus®, a state-of-the-art system that
helps reduce distracted driving for both new and experienced
drivers.
Working with our award-winning EyeSight
®Driver Assist
Technology, DriverFocus®is like having an attentive co-pilot along
for the ride, available to give a helpful alert if a driver becomes
distracted or drowsy. For added convenience, DriverFocus
®can
also recognize up to five drivers and remember their preferences,
such as seat position, climate settings, and outside mirror positions.
For more information, please refer to the video linked in the QR code and to “Starting
and Operating” in your Owner’s Manual.
DRIVERFOCUS®COMPONENTS
Camera
DriverFocus®uses a near-infrared camera to
focus on the driver’s eyes and head positions.
The camera automatically scans and
recognizes registered drivers, adjusting
settings to their preferences.
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Multi Function Display (MFD)
The MFD is used to register and delete users.
Navigate the MFD screens using the “INFO”
and “i/SET” switches on the steering wheel.
INFO SWITCH
Press the INFO switch to cycle through useful
information in the Multi-Function Display
(MFD). Navigate to the “Settings” Menu, then
“Driver Monitoring System” to register drivers
and change other DriverFocus
®settings.
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i/SET Switch
Once in the Multi-Function Display settings,
pulling the up and down arrow switches will
navigate through the settings menus. Pull the
“i/SET” switch to confirm a selection.
Combination Meter Display (CMD)
The CMD provides audible signals, visual alerts, and reminders in the event you become
drowsy or distracted. DriverFocus®status is also displayed in the CMD. The Status Icons
Chart below explains the status icons.
i/Set and Arrow Switches
CMD
Status Icons Chart
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