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About EyeSight
EyeSight is a driving support system that uses a range of functions to assist the driver in
making decisions in order to provide for more safe and comfortable driving and to reduce
driver fatigue. EyeSight makes use of original stereo cameras designed by SUBARU. Two
CCD (Charge Coupled Device) cameras are used to process stereo images and identify the
vehicle in front, obstacles, traffic lanes and other items.
EyeSight
WARNING
Drivers are responsible for driving safely. Strive for safe driving at all
times. Always maintain a safe following distance behind the vehicle in
front of you, pay attention to your surroundings and the driving condi-
tions, operate the brake pedal and take other action as necessary in
order to maintain a safe following distance.
Never attempt to drive relying on EyeSight alone.
EyeSight is intended to assist the driver in making decisions in order to
reduce the chance of accidents or damage and lessen the burden on the
driver.
When a warning is activated, pay attention to what is in front of you and
to your surroundings, operate the brake pedal and take other action as
necessary.
This system is not designed to support driving in poor visibility or in
extreme weather conditions, or to protect against careless driving
when the driver is not paying complete attention to the road ahead. It
also cannot prevent collisions from occurring in all driving conditions.
There are limits to the EyeSight recognition performance and control per-
formance. Be sure to read the instructions concerning Adaptive Cruise
Control, the Pre-Collision Braking System, Pre-Collision Throttle
Management and Conventional Cruise Control before using them and be
sure to use them correctly. We are not liable for accidents or other prob-
lems resulting from failure to follow the instructions in this manual.
The EyeSight system in your vehicle is designed for use in countries in
which traffic operates on the right-hand side of the road. EyeSight for
LHD vehicles such as yours is not designed for use in countries in which
vehicles are driven on the left-hand side of the road.
xThe system may not operate correctly under the conditions listed below. When
these conditions occur, turn off the Pre-Collision Braking System. Also, do not
use Adaptive Cruise Control and Conventional Cruise Control.
- The tire pressure is not correct.*
- The temporary spare tire is installed on any wheel.*
- Tires that are worn or have large variations in wear conditions are installed.*
- Tires other than those of the designated size are installed.*
- An emergency repair is performed using the flat tire repair kit.
- The suspension has been modified.
- Tire chains are installed.
- The headlights are dirty or the optical axes are not aligned correctly. (Objects
are not correctly illuminated and are difficult to detect.)
- Vehicle operation has become compromised due to an accident or malfunc-
tion.
- The brake warning light is illuminated.
- The vehicle is tilted due to a heavy cargo load.
- The maximum number of occupants and/or the gross vehicle weight rating is
exceeded.
*The wheels and tires have functions that are critically important. Be sure to
use the correct ones. For details, refer to the Owner’s Manual for your vehicle.
xThe system may not operate correctly when towing a trailer or another vehicle.
Do not use Adaptive Cruise Control in these situations.

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- When passing through the entrance or exit of a tunnel
- When the rear aspect of the vehicle in front is low, small or irregular (for
example a low bed trailer, etc.)
- When there is a fence, a wall or a shutter, etc. with a uniform pattern (a
striped pattern, brick, etc.) or with no pattern in front
- When there is a wall or door made of glass or a mirror in front
- When water droplets or dirt have not been fully wiped off the windshield
- When driving at night or in a tunnel when there is a vehicle in front that
does not have its taillights on
- When passing a banner or flag, low branches on a tree or thick/tall vege-
tation
- On steep uphill or downhill grades
- When the front of the cameras are obstructed by a hand, etc.
- When it is completely dark and no objects are detected
- When the area around the vehicle has a uniform color (such as when
completely covered in snow, etc.)
- When the stereo camera lenses are dirty due to fingerprints, etc.
- When accurate detection is not possible due to reflections in the front
windshield
- When the stereo cameras have become misaligned due to a strong
impact
xUnder the conditions listed below, EyeSight may temporarily stop
operating. If this occurs, EyeSight will resume operating when the
conditions improve.
- The temperature inside the vehicle is high, such as after the vehicle was
left in bright sunshine, or the temperature inside the vehicle is low, such
as after the vehicle was left in an extremely cold environment.
- Immediately after the engine starts
xWhen there is a malfunction in the EyeSight system, turn off the Pre-Colli-
sion Braking System (refer to page 51) and the Lane Departure Warning
(refer to page 60), and stop using the Adaptive Cruise Control and Con-
ventional Cruise Control. Contact a SUBARU dealer and have the system
inspected.

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The stereo cameras are installed at the posi-
tions of the front map lights.
Handling of the Stereo Cameras
CAUTION
xA function is included that will automatically detect that the fronts of the
stereo cameras are dirty. However it is not 100% effective.
Under certain conditions, this function may fail to detect that the fronts of
the stereo cameras have become dirty. In addition, this function may not
detect that there is snow or ice on the windshield close to the stereo cam-
eras. In such conditions, be sure to keep the windshield clean at all times
(indicated by ). Otherwise the system may not operate correctly.
When this function detects that the fronts of the stereo cameras are dirty,
no EyeSight functions are activated except for Conventional Cruise
Control.
xThe stereo camera lenses are precision components. Always observe the
following precautions when handling them.
- Never touch the stereo camera lenses, and do not attempt to wipe or
clean the lenses. Doing so could cause lens damage or contamination
and lead to improper system performance.
If you ever touch a lens for any reason, be sure to contact a SUBARU
dealer.
Stereo cameras
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■Combination meter

Instrument panel display layout
SPORTEye
SightStay
AlertObstacle
DetectedLane
Departure
MPH
miles
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SI-DRIVE indicator lights Customization display
EyeSight temporary
stop indicator Set vehicle speed display READY indicatorSET indicator Steering wheel indicatorLane indicator (right) Following distance setting
indicator
X-mode indicator
lightLane indicator (left)
Lead vehicle indicator
Selector indicator /
shift position indicator
Conventional
Cruise Control
indicator
Adaptive Cruise
Control indicator
EyeSight
warning
light
Lane Departure Warning
OFF indicator light
Brake system warning
light (red) Pre-Collision Braking System
OFF indicator light

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EyeSight
warning
light
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SI-DRIVE indicator lights X-mode indicator
lightCustomization display
Brake system warning light (red)
Lane Departure Warning
OFF indicator light
Pre-Collision Braking System
OFF indicator lightEyeSight temporary
stop indicator Set vehicle speed display READY indicatorSET indicator Steering wheel indicatorLane indicator (right) Lane indicator (left)
Following distance setting
indicator Lead vehicle indicator
Selector indicator /
shift position indicator
Conventional
Cruise Control
indicator
Adaptive Cruise
Control indicator

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Adaptive Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control is a driving support system intended to allow more comfortable
driving on expressways, freeways and interstate highways. The vehicle in front in the same
traffic lane is detected by means of the stereo cameras, and your vehicle tracks the vehicle
in front (up to the maximum speed of the set vehicle speed) while automatically maintaining
a following distance that corresponds to the speed of the vehicle in front. Please remember
that you should not exceed posted speed limits. The vehicle is not equipped with a function
that helps maintain the vehicle’s standstill position without a driver’s operation.
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WARNING
xThis system does not provide the driver with an automatic driving function
that handles all traffic conditions.
xDo not rely excessively on Adaptive Cruise Control. This system is not
intended to assist in driving when the driver is not paying full attention to
what is ahead of him/her due to distractions or a lack of concentration
while driving, or under conditions of poor visibility. It is not intended to pre-
vent rear-end collisions.
Strive for safe driving at all times. Always maintain a safe following dis-
tance behind the vehicle in front of you, pay attention to your surroundings
and the driving conditions, and operate the brake pedal and take other
action as necessary.
xSet the set vehicle speed within a range that is appropriate to the road con-
ditions and surrounding environment.
xThe system may not operate correctly under the conditions listed below.
When these conditions occur, do not use Adaptive Cruise Control.
- The tire pressure is not correct.*
- The temporary spare tire is installed on any wheel.*
- Tires that are worn or have large variations in wear conditions are
installed.*
- Tires other than those of the designated size are installed.*
- An emergency repair is performed using the flat tire repair kit.
- The suspension has been modified.
- Tire chains are installed.
- The headlights are dirty or the optical axes are not aligned correctly.
(Objects are not correctly illuminated and are difficult to detect.)
- Vehicle operation has become compromised due to an accident or mal-
function.
- The brake warning light is illuminated.
- The vehicle is tilted due to a heavy cargo load.
- The maximum number of occupants and/or the gross vehicle weight rat-
ing has been exceeded.
- When towing a trailer or another vehicle, etc.
*The wheels and tires have functions that are critically important. Be sure
to use the correct parts. For details, refer to the Owner’s Manual for your
vehicle.
xAdaptive Cruise Control is designed for use on expressways, freeways, toll
roads, interstate highways and similar limited access roads. It is not
intended to be used in city traffic. In the following conditions, do not use
Adaptive Cruise Control. Doing so may result in an accident.
- Ordinary roads (roads other than those mentioned above)
Depending on the driving environment (complexity of roads and other
factors), the system may not be able to perform as the traffic conditions
require, and that may result in an accident.
- Roads with sharp curves or winding roads
- Frozen roads, snow-covered roads or other slippery road surfaces
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xThe stereo cameras may have difficulty detecting the following objects or
conditions. Operate the brake pedal and take other actions as necessary.
- Vehicles at significantly different speeds (vehicles driving slowly,
stopped or oncoming vehicles, etc.)
- Vehicles cutting into your lane
- Motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians and animals, etc.
- When light is poor in the evening or early morning
- When driving at night or in a tunnel without the headlights on
- When driving at night or in a tunnel when there is a vehicle in front that
does not have its taillights on
- When affected by strong light from the front (sunlight or headlight high
beams, etc.)
- Vehicles in front that have
a rear aspect that is low,
small or irregular (the sys-
tem may recognize
another part of the vehicle
and will determine opera-
tion from that)
• An empty truck or trailer
that has no cargo in the
cargo bed being affected
by wind
• Vehicles that have cargo
protruding from their back
ends
• Non-standard shaped ve-
hicles (vehicle transport-
ers or vehicles with a sidecar fitted, etc.)
• Vehicles that are low
- Objects that are located close to the bumper of your vehicle
xWhen you do not want to use Adaptive Cruise Control, be sure to turn the
(CRUISE) switch off. If the switch is left on, cruise control may be
accidentally engaged, possibly resulting in an accident.
xBefore using Adaptive Cruise Control, be sure to fully verify the safety of
the vehicle occupants and the area around the vehicle. Never operate the
cruise control from outside the vehicle.
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xWhen a vehicle in front is detected
The vehicle tracks the lead vehicle in front,
and will maintain the chosen following dis-
tance, up to the set target vehicle speed -
between 25 MPH (40 km/h) and 90 MPH
(145 km/h).
xIf the lead vehicle is no longer tracked
within a distance of approximately 100 ft
(30 m) and a speed of approximately 20
MPH (30 km/h) or less is detected, a buzzer
sounds single long beep and Adaptive
Cruise Control function is canceled.
At this time, the lead vehicle indicator
flashes.
If the vehicle in front is no longer detected
under conditions other than the previous
ones, the vehicle gradually accelerates back
to the set target vehicle speed and will drive at
that constant speed.
If a vehicle in front is detected while accelerat-
ing to the set target vehicle speed, vehicle
tracking will be started again.
NOTE
xWhen the brakes are applied by Adaptive Cruise Control, the vehicle’s
brake lights will illuminate.
xEven if there is no lead vehicle present, on a downhill grade, the Adaptive
Cruise Control’s automatic brake may operate in order to maintain the set
target vehicle speed.
xTo temporarily accelerate quickly, use the accelerator pedal.
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