SUBARU FORESTER 2022 Getting Started Guide

DROWSY/INATTENTIVE WARNINGS
DriverFocus®detects when the driver is possibly not paying
attention or is becoming drowsy while driving. It works whether you
are a registered user or not. The system does not provide alerts
when the turn signals are operating or when the select lever is in the
“R” position.
When the system perceives the driver is not paying attention, the
“Keep Eyes on Road” warning will appear in the CMD along with
three rapid beeps.
When the system perceives drowsy driving, various warnings will
appear in the CMD and/or MFD, along with beeps.
Press the Driver Monitoring System OFF button on the instrument
panel to turn the system off. Press it again to turn the system back on again.
DRIVER PROFILE/CONVENIENCE SETTINGS
You can take advantage of convenience settings by becoming a registered driver.
Preferences such as seat and side mirror memory settings, as well as some features in the
MFD and climate control, are uniquely linked to you.
Registering a Driver
1. With the ignition on, use the INFO button on the steering wheel to navigate to the
“Settings” menu in the MFD. Press and
hold the INFO button to enter the menu.
2. Use the i/SET switches to navigate to the “Driver Monitoring System” menu.
3. Select “Register User” to add a new driver. Up to five drivers can be registered.
4. Select the position number you want to store to. Adjust the seat and side mirror positions before selecting “Set”.
5. Face forward until you hear a beep.
NOTE: The system does not save images, audio or video.
6. Use the i/SET switch to enter your name and choose from an available icon.
7. Select “Set” to finish registration.
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Temperature Gesture Control
Once you are recognized by the DriverFocus®
system as a registered driver, the gesture
control function allows you to use the
DriverFocus
®camera to quickly and easily
adjust the interior temperature of your vehicle
without having to take your eyes off the road.
Use the following actions to adjust the
temperature with gesture control:
• Raise the temperature by 4: gesture
toward the DriverFocus
®camera with an
open palm, fingers extended up.
• Lower the temperature by 4: gesture
toward theDriverFocus
®camera with a
closed fist.
NOTE: The set temperature changes once
per gesture operation. The engine must be
running and the climate control system
activated for gesture control to operate.
Raise Temperature
Lower Temperature
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Recognizing a Driver
DriverFocus®will scan and recognize you as
soon as you enter the vehicle. The MFD will
display a welcome screen with your user
name and personal icon. The vehicle will also
recall your user settings, such as driver seat
and side mirror positions.
If the system does not automatically recognize you, use the Multi-Function Display to
navigate to the “Driver Monitoring System” menu, then select “Repeat Facial Scan.”
Deleting a Driver
1. With the ignition on, use the INFO button on the steering wheel to navigate to the
“Settings” menu in the MFD.
2. Press and hold the INFO button to enter the settings menu.
3. Use the i/SET switches to navigate to the “Driver Monitoring System” menu.
4. Select “Delete User”.
5. Select the driver you want to delete and select “Yes”.
DRIVER MONITORING SYSTEM OFF
Press the switch on the lower left
instrument panel to turn the
DriverFocus
®system off. Press
the switch again to turn the
system back on.
NOTE: The user recognition
function and the automatically
retract seat on entry function
remain active even if the
DriverFocus
®system is turned off.
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STEREO CAMERA PRECAUTIONS
Your EyeSight®stereo cameras are precision components that must be kept free from
obstruction and contamination, such as fingerprints or cleaning solutions. When the
system detects that the stereo camera lenses are impaired, a malfunction indicator will be
displayed and EyeSight
®functions will not be available.
When you are in the vicinity of the EyeSight
®stereo cameras, always observe the following
precautions:
• Do not touch or attempt to clean the EyeSight
®camera lenses inside the vehicle. Extra
caution should be used when cleaning the inside of the windshield. Over-spray from
cleaning solutions may impair or even damage the camera lenses. When cleaning the
inside of the windshield around the camera cover, do not spray cleaner directly onto the
windshield. Instead, spray cleaner onto a cloth and then wipe the windshield. Please
inform others who may attempt to clean the windshield, such as car wash staff, of these
precautions.
• If the inside of the windshield in front of the stereo camera is dirty, do not try to clean the windshield yourself. Contact your Subaru retailer to have the vehicle inspected.
• If the camera system becomes hot, the cooling fans may operate. Do not block or insert anything into the ventilation holes. Do not touch the camera cover, because it may be
hot due to head generated by the camera system.
• Electronic Toll Collection devices, such as EZPass
TM, must be installed in an area that
does not obstruct the stereo cameras' field of vision. See prohibited area on page 113.
• Adjust the rearview mirror so it does not obstruct the stereo cameras' field of vision.
• Do not install any interior rearview mirror accessories, such as a wide-type mirror or hanging objects. Only approved Genuine SUBARU accessories may be installed.
For more detailed information, please refer to your EyeSight
®Owner’s Manual.
WINDSHIELD GLASS AND DASHBOARD
Since the characteristics and limitations of the EyeSight®stereo cameras are similar to
human eyes, it is important that the area in front of the cameras be kept free from dirt,
scratches, cracks, fogging, or accessories mounted to the windshield, hood or dashboard.
Visual impairments or reflections can affect EyeSight
®system performance. Extra caution
should be taken when cleaning the windshield to prevent over-spray from cleaning
solutions.
The image in the following section outlines those areas that must be kept clean and free
from obstruction. Please refer to the Owner’s Manual for a complete listing of limitations.
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FORESTER
Do not place stickers or objects in the prohibited area (in gray).
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EYESIGHT®DISCLAIMER
EyeSight®is a driver assist technology which may not operate optimally under all driving
conditions. The driver is always responsible for safe and attentive driving. System
effectiveness depends on many factors such as vehicle maintenance, weather and road
conditions. See Owner’s Manual for complete details on system operations and limitations.
The Pre-Collision Braking system is designed to provide automatic braking that either
prevents a collision or reduces the severity of a frontal impact.
The Pre-Collision Throttle Management system is designed to reduce acceleration and
minimize the severity of certain frontal impacts.
Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control and Brake Light Recognition are designed to assist the
driver and are not substitutes for safe and attentive driving.
Lane Centering function operates only when used in conjunction with Advanced Adaptive
Cruise Control.
Lane Departure Prevention operates only when the lane markings are visible, and system
effectiveness depends on many factors.
Blind-Spot Detection, Lane Change Assist and Rear Cross Traffic Alert are systems
designed to assist the driver by monitoring the rear and side areas of the vehicle during a
lane change or reversing and are not a substitute for safe and attentive driving.
The Reverse Automatic Braking System is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving.
System effectiveness depends on many factors, such as vehicle maintenance, weather
and road conditions. Always exercise caution and use vehicle mirrors and the Rear-Vision
Camera when backing up. See Owner’s Manual for complete details on system operation
and limitations.
The Driver Focus Distraction Mitigation System is a driver recognition technology designed
to alert drivers if their attention to the road wavers or if the driver’s face appears to turn
away. The driver is always responsible for safe and attentive driving. System effectiveness
may be affected by articles of clothing worn on the head or face. See Owner’s Manual for
complete details on system operation and limitations.
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HOW TO OVERVIEW
This “How To” appendix provides detailed, step-by-step instructions to easily connect with
features of your Forester.
If you need some help with these features or want to
learn more, we are here to assist you:
Your Subaru Owner’s Manuals:
Located in the glovebox
Online Subaru Owner’s Resources:
www.subaru.com/owners
Subaru Customer Support:
www.subaru.com/customer-support
1-800-782-2783 (1-800-SUBARU3 )
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MEMORY HEIGHT(if equipped)
You can set where the rear gate stops when it opens. This is a great
feature to limit the upward travel of the rear gate to ensure you can
reach it or to prevent the rear gate from contacting a garage ceiling.
You can learn more about setting the Power Rear Gate Memory
Height from the how-to video linked in the QR code and the steps
below.
1 Make sure the Memory
Height Switch is the “OFF”
position (the switch is raised
and you can see a white line
on the top).
2 Open the rear gate using the
Power Rear Gate Button.
Pause the rear gate when it
reaches the desired height
by pressing the Power Rear
Gate Button on the rear
gate, instrument panel, or
key fob.
Memory Height Button
Power Rear Gate Button
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3Press the memory switch in
the instrument panel to
select the “ON” status
(switch is depressed and you
can no longer see the white
line on top).
4 With the rear gate at the
desired height, press and
hold the Power Rear Gate
Close Button on the inside
edge of the rear gate. A chirp
will sound and the hazard
warning lights will flash to
confirm the height is set.
When the memory switch is in the “ON” status, the rear gate will stop at the set memory
height when you use any of the Power Rear Gate buttons.
For more information, please refer to “Keys and Doors” in your Owner’s Manual.
Memory Height Button
Power Rear Gate Close Button
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MEMORY DRIVER’S SEAT(if equipped)
You can set the seat and outside mirror position and retrieve them
using the buttons on the driver’s door or the access key fob. You
can learn more about setting and retrieving your seat and mirror
positions from the how-to video linked in the QR code and the
steps listed below.
To set a seat position with a
button:
1. Make sure the select lever is in
the “P” position, with the
parking brake applied and the
ignition in the “ON” position.
2. Adjust your seat and outside mirrors to the desired position.
3. Register the position by either of the following procedures:
• Press the “SET” button, then press and hold either button “1”
or “2”. A chirp sounds when the
position is registered.
• While holding the “SET” button, press and hold either button “1” or “2”. A chirp sounds when the position is registered.
To retrieve the seat position set with a button:
1. Turn the ignition switch to “ON”.
2. Put the select lever in the “P” position and apply the parking brake. Then, press button “1” or “2”. The seat and outside mirrors are automatically recalled to your preferred
positions.
To set a seat position with the access key fob:
1. Make sure the select lever is in the “P” position with the parking brake applied and the ignition “OFF”.
2. Adjust your seat and outside mirrors to the desired position.
3. While holding the “SET” button, press and hold the unlock button on the access key fob. A chirp sounds when the position is registered.
Memory Seat Buttons
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