Subaru Forester: BSD/RCTA (if equipped) / System operation

Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)

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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 light and BSD/ RCTA OFF indicator light are turned off...

Other information:

Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag are not designed to deploy in most cases

The vehicle is involved in frontal collision with another vehicle (moving or stationary). The vehicle is struck from behind. The vehicle pitches end over end. In the event of accidents like those illustrated, the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag are not designed to deploy in most cases...

Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Most common causes of corrosion

The most common causes of corrosion are: The accumulation of moisture retaining dirt and debris in body panel sections, cavities, and other areas. Damage to paint and other protective coatings caused by gravel and stone chips or minor accidents...