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Foreword
Congratulations on choosing a SUBARU vehicle equipped with EyeSightTM.
EyeSight incorporates the latest driver assistance features available from
SUBARU, including such features as Adaptive Cruise Control, a Lead Vehicle Start
Alert and a Lane Departure and Lane Sway Warning, all of which are designed to
assist the driver in making decisions and increase driver comfort and
convenience. Initially, the operation and use of the various EyeSight features may
be unfamiliar to you. That is why we urge you to read this manual carefully before
using EyeSight. We also recommend that you first take the time to test EyeSight in
order to experience its features for yourself so that you can become familiar with
their operation.
Please keep in mind that it is the responsibility of drivers to operate their vehicles
safely at all times. Drivers should always remain alert and should never become
complacent while operating their vehicles because of the presence of EyeSight.
EyeSight is never a substitute for active driver involvement and it may not operate
optimally under all driving conditions.
This booklet is a supplement to the Owner’s Manual for your SUBARU vehicle and
contains a detailed description of EyeSight. It should be read in conjunction with
your Owner’s Manual so that you will gain a thorough understanding of the proper
operation of your vehicle.
The information, specifications and illustrations found in this booklet are those in
effect at the time of printing. FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD. reserves the right to
change specifications and designs at any time without prior notice and without
incurring any obligation to make the same or similar changes on vehicles
previously sold.
Please keep this booklet together with your Owner’s Manual and leave it in the
vehicle at the time of resale. The next owner will need the information it contains.
FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD., TOKYO, JAPAN
is a registered trademark of FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD.
© Copyright 2015 FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD.

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xDo not install any accessories other than the ones designated by SUBARU on the pro-
hibited areas shown in the illustrations (grey zones). Doing so may affect the stereo
cameras’ field of view and could prevent the EyeSight system from functioning properly.
If you must affix any stickers, such as automobile inspection certificate stickers, or install
accessories, do not cover the front of the cameras. If abnormal EyeSight operation
occurs, remove the stickers or accessories.
xIf the top of the instrument panel is polished with chemicals or other substances, the ste-
reo cameras may not be able to detect objects accurately and the EyeSight system may
not operate properly due to reflections in the front windshield.
xDo not place any objects on top of the instrument panel and do not coat the surface
above the instrument panel with chemical liquid. The stereo cameras may not be able to
detect objects accurately and the EyeSight system may not function properly due to
reflections in the front windshield. For details, contact a SUBARU dealer.
xDo not install any wiper blades other than genuine SUBARU wiper blades. Doing so
may affect the stereo cameras’ field of vision and could prevent the EyeSight system
from functioning properly.
xReplace damaged wiper blades as soon as possible. The stereo cameras may not be
able to detect objects accurately and the EyeSight system may not function properly
due to liquid remaining on the windshield.
xKeep the windshield (outside and inside) clean at all times. When the windshield has
become fogged, or it has dirt or an oil film on it, the stereo camera may not detect
objects accurately and the EyeSight system may not operate correctly. Never mount
any device to the center air vent, as any air flow change may impact performance of the
EyeSight system.
xNever mount any device to the center air vent, as any air flow change may impact
EyeSight performance.
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●CANCEL switch
Cancels cruise control*.
*Adaptive Cruise Control and Conventional Cruise Control
* Refer to pages 37 and 71.
● (Following distance setting) switch
xCan be used to switch the set following distance in 3 stages: Far, Medium and Close (only
when Adaptive Cruise Control is set).
* Refer to page 36.
xWhen the (CRUISE) switch is on, press and hold this switch for approximately 2
seconds or longer to select Adaptive Cruise Control or Conventional Cruise Control.
●SI-DRIVE* switch
Selects the tracking characteristics linked with the SI-DRIVE (only when adaptive cruise
control is set).
*SI-DRIVE refers to SUBARU Intelligent Drive.
▼Turbo model
- S/I switch
xSwitches between I (Intelligent mode) and S (Sports mode) every time it’s pressed.
xWhile S# (Sports Sharp mode) is selected, press the switch to change to S (Sports
mode).
- S#/I switch
xPress the switch to change to S# (Sports Sharp mode).
xWhile S# (Sports Sharp mode) is selected, press the switch will change to I (Intelligent
mode).
▼Except for turbo model
- S switch
xPress this switch to change to S (Sports mode).
- I switch
xPress this switch to change to I (Intelligent mode).
●SI-DRIVE cooperative control
The characteristics of adaptive cruise control will vary depending on the SI-DRIVE mode
selection.
I (Intelligent mode) selected Tracks the vehicle in front speed with smooth motions.
S (Sports mode) selectedVehicle in front tracking performance is given priority,
resulting in tracking with frequent changes in speed.
S# (Sports Sharp mode)
selected The same vehicle in front tracking as S (Sports mode) is
performed. The S# (Sports Sharp) response is provided
when the driver operates the accelerator pedal.

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When a vehicle in front is detected, a buzzer
sounds 1 short beep and the lead vehicle indi-
cator will be displayed.
The vehicle tracks the lead vehicle in front
and maintains the selected following distance.
At this time, the speed upper limit is the set
vehicle speed. If the vehicle in front is no
longer detected, a buzzer sounds 1 short
beep and the lead vehicle indicator turns off.
Operation of Adaptive Cruise Control
xWhen no vehicle in front is detected
The vehicle drives constantly at the set tar-
get vehicle speed between approximately
25 MPH (40 km/h) and 90 MPH (145 km/h).
NOTE
xThe set vehicle speed can be adjusted within the range from 25 MPH (40
km/h) to 90 MPH (145 km/h).
xIf cruise control is set while driving the vehicle at approximately 25 MPH
(40 km/h) or less, the set vehicle speed is automatically set to 25 MPH (40
km/h).
xFor turbo models, if the Adaptive Cruise Control is set while the S# (Sports
Sharp mode) of SI-DRIVE is selected, the shift position indicator will
change from the gear position to the position.
NOTE
The buzzer sound (lead vehicle acquisition sound) that occurs when a vehicle
in front is detected or no longer detected while Adaptive Cruise Control is set
can be turned off by customization.
* Refer to page 79.
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Lead vehicle indicator
Meter display
Multi function
display
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■ Increasing the set vehicle target speed
●
Using the RES/+ switch
While driving with Adaptive Cruise Control on, operate the RES/+ switch as follows.
xPush the RES/+ switch briefly.
Every time the switch is pushed, the set
vehicle target speed will increase in
increments of 5 MPH (5 km/h).
xPush the RES/+ switch continuously.
While the switch is being pushed, the set
vehicle target speed will increase in
increments of 1 MPH (1 km/h).
When operating the switch, the set vehicle
target speed changes on the meter display
and the multi function display.

●Using the accelerator pedal
Depress the accelerator pedal to increase the vehicle speed. Once the preferred speed
has been attained, push the SET/- switch. The set vehicle target speed is set to the vehi-
cle speed that is attained when the switch is pushed. The set vehicle target speed is dis-
played on the meter display and the multi function display.
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■Decreasing the set vehicle target speed
●
Using the SET/- switch
While driving with Adaptive Cruise Control on, operate the SET/- switch as follows.
xPush the SET/- switch briefly.
Every time the switch is pushed, the set
vehicle target speed will decrease in incre-
ments of 5 MPH (5 km/h).
xPush the SET/- switch continuously.
While the switch is being pushed, the set
vehicle target speed will decrease in incre-
ments of 1 MPH (1 km/h).
When operating the switch, the set vehicle
target speed changes on the meter display
and the multi function display.

●Using the brake pedal
Depress the brake pedal to decrease the vehicle speed (the Adaptive Cruise Control is
cancelled). Once the preferred speed has been attained, push the SET/- switch. The set
vehicle target speed is set to the vehicle speed that is attained when the switch is pushed,
and the set vehicle target speed is displayed on the meter display and the multi function
display.
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■Accelerating the vehicle temporarily
Depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle temporarily.
When the accelerator is released, the vehicle returns to the set vehicle target speed.
■Decelerating the vehicle temporarily
Depress the brake pedal to decelerate the vehicle temporarily. At this time, the Adaptive
Cruise Control is cancelled.
The display screen will change as follows.
xMeter display:
The SET indicator disappears with the set vehicle target speed shown.
xMulti function display:
The set vehicle speed indicator ( mark) disappears.
To set the set vehicle target speed again, push the RES/+ switch.

NOTE
For turbo models, if the S# (Sports Sharp mode) of SI-DRIVE is selected, the
shift position indicator will change from the gear position to the position
when the accelerator pedal is depressed.
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SET indicator
turns off.
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CAUTION
xWhen Adaptive Cruise Control is operating, actual vehicle speed is con-
trolled according to the lead vehicle. Therefore, if the RES/+ switch is
pressed and set to a speed higher than the speed of the lead vehicle, the
vehicle will not accelerate - it will maintain a safe following distance as first
priority.
However because doing so changed the set vehicle target speed, when
the lead vehicle is no longer detected (for example if you change to a free-
way lane with no vehicles in front), the vehicle will accelerate to that new
set target speed. Change the set vehicle target speed while briefly check-
ing the value shown in the set speed display on the meter display.
xWhen the accelerator pedal is depressed with Adaptive Cruise Control on,
automatic braking control and warnings by Adaptive Cruise Control will not
occur. However, if there is a high risk of collision with an obstacle in front of
the vehicle at this time, the warning and braking control of the Pre-Collision
Braking System may activate.
xOrdinarily, while Adaptive Cruise Control is functioning, acceleration and
deceleration are performed automatically according to the speed of the
lead vehicle (if one is detected). However, when your vehicle approaches
a lead vehicle, for example if it is necessary to accelerate for a lane
change or other reason, and if the vehicle in front suddenly decelerates, or
if another vehicle cuts into your path, operate the accelerator pedal or
brake pedal and accelerate or decelerate as appropriate for the existing
conditions.