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- Tires that are worn or have large variations in wear conditions areinstalled.*1
- Tires other than those of the designated size are installed.*1
- Flat tires have been fixed temporarily with a tire repair kit.
- The suspension has been modified (including a genuine SUBARU sus-pension that has been modified).
- Any object that disturbs the stereo cameras’ view is installed on the vehi- cle.
- The headlights are dirty or they have snow and ice or dirt on them.
(Objects are not correctly illuminated and are difficult to detect.)
- The optical axes are not aligned correctly. (Objects are not correctly illu- minated and are difficult to detect.)
- The lights including headlights and fog lamps have been modified.
- Vehicle operation has become compromised due to an accident or mal- function.
- The brake system warning light is illuminated in red.
- A heavy cargo is loaded onto or inside the vehicle.
- The maximum number of occupants is exceeded.
- There is something wrong with the combination meter; such as when the lights do not illuminate, the beeps do not sound, the display is different
from when it is normal, etc.
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*1: 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.
*2: For details about the combination meter, refer to the Owner’s Manual
for your vehicle.

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CAUTION
xThe characteristics of the stereo cameras are similar to those of human
eyes. For this reason, conditions that make it difficult for the driver to see
in the forward direction have the same effect on the stereo cameras and
make it difficult for the system to detect vehicles, obstacles and traffic
lanes.
x Detection by the EyeSight system is limited to objects that are within the
range of the stereo cameras’ field of vision. Also, after an object enters the
range of the cameras’ field of vision, it may take some time for the system
to detect it as a controllable target and warn the driver.
x Under the conditions listed below, it will become more difficult for the sys-
tem to detect the vehicle in front, motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians and
obstacles on the road, and lane markers. Also, EyeSight may temporarily
stop operating. However, the temporary stop will be canceled once these
conditions have improved and the vehicle is driven for a short period of
time.
- Bad weather (for example heavy rain, a blizzard or thick fog). In particu- lar, the system is more likely to temporarily stop operating when there is
an oil film adhering to the windshield, a glass coating has been applied
or old wipers are used.)
- When affected by strong light from the front (sunlight or headlight beams of oncoming traffic, etc.)
- When the front windshield washer is being used.
- The windshield has become fogged, or snow, dirt, dust or frost has adhered to it, reducing the stereo cameras’ field of view.
- The vehicle is tilted at an extreme angle due to loaded cargo or other factors.
- When visibility is poor due to sand, smoke or water vapor in the air, or when the vehicle in front or oncoming traffic causes water, snow, dirt or
other substances to obscure the view
- When the stereo cameras’ field of view is obstructed (for example by a canoe on the roof of the vehicle)
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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 (forexample 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 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 stereo cameras are obstructed by a hand, etc. (If even one of the cameras is obstructed, the system does not operate properly.)
- 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
x Under 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
x When there is a malfunction in the EyeSight system, turn off the Pre-Colli-
sion Braking System (
Ÿ refer to page 32) and the Lane Departure Warning
(
Ÿ refer to page 70), and stop using the Adaptive Cruise Control and Con-
ventional Cruise Control. Contact a SUBARU dealer and have the system
inspected.
x When the Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light is illuminated, the Pre-
Collision Braking System may not operate properly. If the indicator light is
illuminated, turn off the Pre-Collision Braking System. Also, do not use the
Adaptive Cruise Control or Conventional Cruise Control.

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The stereo cameras are installed at the posi-
tions of the front map lights.
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Handling of the Stereo Cameras
CAUTION
xA function is included that will automatic ally 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.
x The stereo camera is a precision component. Always observe the following
precautions especially when handling lenses.
- Never touch the stereo camera lenses, and do not attempt to wipe or
clean the lenses. Doing so could damage or soil the lens, and lead to
improper system performance.
If you ever touch a lens for any reason, be sure to contact a SUBARU
dealer.
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xDo not install any accessories other than the ones designated by SUBARU
on the prohibited areas shown in the illustrations (grey zones).
Even if some accessories are installed on the outside of the prohibited areas,
abnormal operation of EyeSight may occur due to the reflection of the light or
any objects. In this situation, move the accessories. For details, contact a
SUBARU dealer.

x Do not place any objects on top of the instrument panel. 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.
x If the top of the instrument panel is polished with chemicals or other sub-
stances, the stereo cameras may not be able to detect objects accurately
and the EyeSight system may not operate properly due to reflections in the
front windshield.
x Do 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.
x Replace 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.
x Do not install any accessories
on the front side such as on
the hood or the grille. It may
affect the camera view and
the system may not operate
correctly.
x Make sure that the cargo
loaded on the roof does not
obstruct or interfere in the ste-
reo cameras’ field of view.
Obstructing the stereo cam-
eras’ view may impair the sys-
tem operation. For details,
contact a SUBARU dealer.
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Instrument panel display layout
(1) EyeSight display area(12) EyeSight temporary stop indicator (White)
(2) Adaptive Cruise Control indicator (13) EyeSight warning indicator (Yellow)
(3) Conventional Cruise Control indicator (14) Lane Keep Assist indicator
(4) READY indicator (15) Lane Indicator
(5) OFF indicator (16) Warning screen area
(6) SET indicator (17) Lead vehicle indicator
(7) Following distance setting indicator (18) Lane Departure Warning OFF indicator light
(8) Select lever/gear position indicator (19) Pre-Collision Braking System OFF indicator light
(9) SI-DRIVE indicator lights (20) Brake system warning light
(10) Set vehicle speed display (21) Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light
(11) Steering wheel indicator
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(19) (20)(21)
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(2)
(3)
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(6) (16)
(14)
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(7) (10)
(9)(15)
(12)
(11) (13)
* Display units can be changed in Screen Settings. For details, refer to the Owner’s Manual for your vehicle.

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■Set vehicle speed display
Displays the set vehicle speed.
Ÿ Refer to pages 40 and 77.
■Lane Keep Assist indicator
xThis indicator illuminates when Lane Keep Assist is turned on by pressing the (Lane
Keep Assist) switch.
x While the Lane Keep Assist system is activated, if the vehicle travels across a lane
marker, the indicator turns from white to green.
Ÿ Refer to pages 54 and 58.
■ Select lever/gear position indicator
xThis indicator illuminates and shows which position the select lever or the gear is in.
■ EyeSight warning indicator (yellow)
xThis indicator illuminates or flashes when a malfunction occurs in the EyeSight system.
x When it is illuminated or flashing, none of the EyeSight functions can be used (including
Adaptive Cruise Control and the Pre-Collision Braking System, etc.).
Ÿ Refer to page 88.
■ EyeSight temporary stop indicator (white)
xThis indicator illuminates when the EyeSight system is temporarily stopped.
x When the ignition switch is placed in t he ON position, it will illuminate if the
(CRUISE) switch or (Lane Keep Assist) switch is set to ON within approximately 7
seconds of the engine starting. It turns off when approximately 7 seconds have elapsed
since the engine started.
x When it is illuminated, none of the EyeSight functions can be used except for Conven-
tional Cruise Control.
Ÿ Refer to page 89.
■ Lane Departure Warning OFF indicator light
xThis indicator illuminates when the Lane Departure Warning and Lane Sway Warning are
off.
x It also illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, and then approxi-
mately 7 seconds after the engine starts, the Lane Departure Warning will be turned off or
remain illuminated depending on the current status (ON or OFF).
Ÿ Refer to page 70.

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■Pre-Collision Braking System OFF indicator light
xIlluminates when the Pre-Collision Braking System and Pre-Collision Throttle Manage-
ment are off.
x It also illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, and then turns off
approximately 7 seconds after the engine starts.
Ÿ Refer to page 33.
■ Lane indicator
xThe left and right indicators simultaneously illuminate when Lane Keep Assist is in the
standby status or when it is operating.
x When the Lane Departure Warning is activated, both right/left Lane Indicators will flash at
the same time.
Ÿ Refer to page 68.
x When the Lane Sway Warning is activate, right/left Lane Indicators will flash alternately.
Ÿ Refer to page 71.
■ Steering wheel indicator
xThis indicator blinks when Lane Departure Warning or Lane Sway Warning operates.
Ÿ Refer to pages 68 and 71.
■ Brake System warning light
xEyeSight system does not operate when the parking brake lever is pulled and brake sys-
tem warning light is illuminated.
x EyeSight system may function even if the brake warning light is illuminated when the
parking brake lever is not pulled. However, the EyeSight system may not operate properly
due to abnormality in the brake system. In this case, the brake fluid may be low.
Ÿ See the vehicle Owner’s Manual for detail.
■ Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light
This indicator illuminates when the engine switch is turned to the ON position, and turns off
approximately 2 seconds after the engine is started. It will illuminate if there is a malfunction
in the VDC electrical control system.
*Refer to the Owner’s Manual for details.