Subaru Legacy 2023 Rear View Camera Touring XT 

Rear view camera systems are standard on the 2023 Subaru Legacy, which greatly improves driving convenience and safety. This camera, which comes standard on all Legacy models, is positioned strategically next to the license plate and turns on by itself when the car is put in reverse. It offers better visibility, particularly in confined parking spaces or when reversing in crowded locations, by displaying the area behind the car in clear, color on the infotainment screen of the automobile. The system’s dynamic guidelines, which adapt in response to steering input, help with precise distance measurement and reverse maneuver navigation. The 2023 Subaru Legacy’s rearview camera, which is made to function well in a variety of lighting scenarios, is a vital feature that helps make driving safer and more certain, especially in urban and parking areas.

2024 Subaru Legacy Specs, Price, Features, Mileage (Brochure)

A rearview camera is attached to the trunk lid (Legacy) or rear gate (Outback/Subaru Outback Wilderness). When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position and the select lever is set to “R”, the rearview camera automatically displays the rear view image behind the vehicle on the central information display.

WARNING

• Since the rearview camera uses a wide-angle lens, the image on the monitor is different from the actual view in terms of distance.. Since the range of the image on the monitor is limited, always check the rearview and the surrounding area with your eyes and mirrors, and move backward at a slow speed. Moving backward only by checking the rearview image from the camera could cause an accident.
• Do not disassemble or modify the camera, switch or wiring. If smoke comes out or you smell a strange odor, stop using the rearview camera immediately. Contact your SUBARU dealer for an inspection. Continued use may result in an accident, fire or electric shock.

CAUTION

• When washing your vehicle with a high-pressure washer, do not allow water to touch the camera directly. Entry of water in the camera lens may result in condensation, malfunction, fire or electric shock.
• Since the camera is a precision device, do not subject it to strong impacts. Otherwise, malfunction, fire or electric shock may occur.. If mud or snow sticks to or is frozen on the camera, you must be very careful when removing it. Otherwise, damage to the camera may cause a fire or electric shock. Pour water or lukewarm water over the camera to remove mud and ice, and wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.
• Do not put a flame close to the camera or wiring. Otherwise, damage or fire may occur.
• When replacing the fuse, be sure to use a fuse with the specified rating. Use of a fuse with a different rating may result in a malfunction.
• If you use the rearview camera for a long time while the engine is not operated, the battery may become completely discharged.

NOTE

• Do not wipe the camera with alcohol, benzene or paint thinner. Otherwise, discoloration may occur. To remove contamination, wipe the camera with a cloth moistened with a diluted neutral detergent. Then wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.
• When waxing the vehicle, be careful not to apply the wax to the camera. If it comes in contact with the camera, moisten a clean cloth with a diluted neutral detergent to remove the wax.
• The camera lens has a hard coating to help prevent scratches. However, when washing the vehicle or cleaning the camera lens, be careful not to scratch the camera lens. Do not use a washing brush directly on the camera lens. The image quality of the rearview camera may deteriorate. Strong light shined on the camera lens may develop vertical lines around the light source. This is not a malfunction. Under the fluorescent light, the display may flicker. However, this is not a malfunction. The image of the rearview camera may be slightly different from the actual color of the objects. 

How to Use the Rear View Camera
When the select lever is set to “R”, the rearview camera automatically displays the rear view image from the vehicle. When the lever is set to other positions, the image before setting to “R” is displayed.

1. Set the ignition switch to “ON”.
2. Set the select lever to “R”.

NOTE

• The image of the rearview camera is horizontally reversed as is the case with the vehicle’s inside mirror or outside mirror.
• When “Rear Camera Delay Control” is on, the rearview image will be displayed on the central information display for a certain period of time after the select lever is shifted to a position other than the “P” position from “R”. 
• It may be difficult to see the image of the rearview camera in the following cases. This is not a malfunction of the camera.
• The vehicle is in a dark place (at night, in a tunnel, etc.).
• The vehicle is in an extremely hot or cold place.
• An object (such as raindrops, snow, dirt, etc.) that disturbs the view of the rearview camera sticks to the lens of the camera.
• Strong light is shining directly on the camera lens (occasionally, there are vertical lines on the screen).

Viewing Range on the Screen

CAUTION
The range that can be viewed with the rearview camera is limited. Always be sure to check with your eyes when moving backward and proceed slowly. Otherwise, it may cause an accident or injury.

Range of view

Range of view

Image from camera

The area from the rear end of the bumper can be viewed. Areas at both ends of the bumper and areas just under the bumper cannot be viewed. Also, the image from the rearview camera looks shorter than the actual distance.

Range of view

Image from camera

The area above the camera cannot be viewed. If there is an object that has a wide projection on its upper part such as a sign pole behind the vehicle, the projection cannot be seen on the screen.

Help Lines
The helplines are a guide to help you realize the actual distance from the screen image.

NOTE
If you shift to the “R” range within several seconds after turning on the ignition switch, the warning message may not be displayed. Wait for several seconds after turning on the ignition switch before shifting to the “R” range. Then, the warning message will be displayed.

Helplines

1. Vehicle width line (oblique vertical line)
2. Approx. 10 f t (3 m) from the bumper(green horizontal line)
3. Approx. 6 f t (2 m) from the bumper (green horizontal line)
4. Approx. 3 f t (1 m) from the bumper (yellow horizontal line)
5. Approx. 1.5 f t (0.5 m) from the bumper (red horizontal line)
6. Vehicle centerline
7. Dynamic guidelines
8. When the select lever is set to “R”, the monitor screen displays the helplines together with the rearview image.

CAUTION

• When moving backward, always check the back with your eyes without relying on the help lines. Otherwise, it may cause an accident or injury.
• The actual position may be different from the indication of the helplines.
• Differences may occur due to the. Differences may occur due to the. When the vehicle is on a slope or inclined against the road, the indication is different from the actual position.

NOTE
When “Steering Angle Lines” is off, the dynamic guidelines will disappear on the central information display. 

Difference between the screen image and the actual road
The distance markers show the distance for a level road when the vehicle is not loaded. It may be different from the actual distance depending on the loading conditions or road conditions.

When there is an upward slope at the back

3 f t (1 m)

The distance on the screen looks farther than the actual distance.

When there is a downward slope at the back

 3 f t (1 m)

The distance on the screen looks nearer than the actual distance.

NOTE
When cargo is loaded, the rearview distance on the screen looks farther than the actual distance as in an upward slope.

Feature of distance marker

The distance marker shows the distance on the road. If there is a car or another object close behind, distance cannot be correctly displayed.

BSD/RCTA (If Equipped)
The BSD/RCTA consists of rear corner radars with Blind Spot Detection and Rear Cross Traffic Alert. These functions of BSD/RCTA are the systems that detect objects and vehicles to the rear and draw attention to the driver when changing a lane or when driving in reverse.

WARNING
The driver is responsible for driving safely. Always be sure to check the surroundings with your eyes when changing lanes or reversing the vehicle. The system is designed to assist the driver in changing lanes or reversing safely by monitoring the rear and side areas of the vehicle. However, you cannot rely on this system alone to ensure safety during a lane change or reversing. Overconfidence in this system could result in an accident and lead to serious injury or death. Since the system operation has various limitations, the flashing or illumination of the BSD/RCTA approach indicator light may be delayed or it may not operate at all even when a vehicle is present in a neighboring lane or approaching from either side. The driver is responsible for paying attention to the rear and side areas of the vehicle.

System Features
BSD/RCTA consists of the following functions.

• To detect a vehicle in a blind spot on an adjacent lane or a vehicle approaching at high speed while driving the vehicle (Blind Spot Detection)
• To detect a vehicle approaching from the right or left while reversing the vehicle (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) The system uses rear corner radars for the following features.

NOTE
The BSD/RCTA radar sensor has been certified by radio wave-related laws applicable in the U.S. and other FCC-compliant countries, including Canada. When driving your vehicle in countries other than the U.S. and Canada, you must obtain certification for the country where you are driving the vehicle. For more information on certification in the U.S. and other FCC-compliant countries, including Canada, refer to “Certification for the BSD/RCTA”

Blind Spot Detection (BSD)

 Operating range

The system notifies the driver of the presence of vehicles in its blind spot.

• If the system detects a vehicle in its blind spot, it warns the driver by illuminating the BSD/RCTA approach indicator light(s) on the outside mirror(s).
• If the driver operates the turn signal lever in the direction where the BSD/RCTA approach indicator light is illuminating, the system warns the driver of dangers by flashing the BSD/RCTA approach indicator.

Lane Change Assist (LCA)

Operating range

The system notifies the driver of vehicles approaching at a high speed in the neighboring lanes.

• If the system detects a vehicle approaching at a high speed in the neighboring lanes, it warns the driver of dangers by illuminating the BSD/RCTA approach indicator light(s) on the outside mirror(s).
• If the driver operates the turn signal lever in the direction where the BSD/RCTA approach indicator light is illuminating, the system warns the driver of dangers by flashing the BSD/RCTA approach indicator light.

Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)

 Operating range

• The system notifies the driver of another vehicle approaching from either side when driving in reverse. This feature helps the driver check the rear and side areas of the vehicle when moving backward.
• If the system detects a vehicle approaching from either side while moving backward, it warns the driver of dangers in the following way.
• The BSD/RCTA approach indicator light(s) on the outside mirror(s) flashes.
• A warning buzzer sounds.
• An icon appears on the center information display.

Limitations of the detectability of RCTA
Since the detectability of RCTA is limited, the RCTA may not operate properly in angled parking.

Example 1

1. The detection range of the rear corner radars
2. Area out of detection range of the rear corner radars
3. Vehicles that may not be detected
4. Parked vehicle

WARNING
An approaching vehicle (A) may not be detected because the detection range is limited by the parked vehicle (B). Always be sure to check the surroundings with your eyes when reversing the vehicle.

Example 2

1. The detection range of the rear corner radars
2. Vehicles that may be detected

NOTE
The system may detect that a vehicle (C) is passing in front of your vehicle. Always be sure to check the surroundings with your eyes when reversing the vehicle.

System Operation

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 indicator and BSD/RCTA OFF indicator are turned off.
• The vehicle is driven at speeds above 7 mph (12 km/h) (except when reversing).
• The select lever is in the “R” position (RCTA only).
• The BSD/RCTA OFF indicator appears.
• The vehicle speed is below 6 mph (10 km/h) even when the BSD/RCTA OFF indicator does not appear (except when reversing).

NOTE

• In the following cases, the BSD/RCTA will stop operating and the BSD/RCTA warning indicator will appear.
• When a malfunction occurs in the system, including the BSD/RCTA approach indicator light. If the BSD/RCTA warning indicator appears, exercise proper caution. 
• In the following cases, the BSD/RCTA will temporarily stop operating (or may stop operating) and the BSD/RCTA OFF indicator will appear.
  • When the rear corner radars become significantly misaligned (If the orientation of the rear corner radars is shifted for any reason, readjustment is required. Have the sensor adjusted at a SUBARU dealer.)
  • When a large amount of snow or ice sticks to the rear bumper surface around the rear corner radars
  • When the vehicle is driven on a snow-covered road or in an environment in which there are no objects around (such as in a desert) for a prolonged period of time
  • When the temperature around the rear corner radars increases excessively due to long driving on uphill grades in the summer, etc.
• When the temperature around the rear corner radars becomes extremely low
• When the vehicle battery voltage lowers
• When the vehicle voltage exceeds the battery voltage rating
  The BSD/RCTA will resume operation once these conditions are corrected, and the BSD/RCTA OFF indicator will disappear. However, if the BSD/RCTA OFF indicator appears for a prolonged period of time, have the system inspected at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.
• The detectability of the rear corner radars is restricted. The BSD/RCTA detection may be impaired and the system may not operate properly under the following conditions.
  • When the rear bumper around the rear corner radars is distorted
  • When ice, snow or mud adheres to the rear bumper surface around the rear corner radars
  • When stickers, etc. are affixed on the areas of the rear corner radars on the rear bumper
  • During adverse weather conditions such as rain, snow, or fog
• When driving on wet roads such as snow-covered roads and through puddles. The rear corner radars may not detect or may have difficulty detecting the following vehicles and objects.
• Small motorcycles, bicycles, pedestrians, stationary objects on the road or roadside, etc.– Vehicles with body shapes that the radar may not reflect (vehicles with lower body height such as a trailer with no cargo and sports cars)
• Vehicles that are not approaching your vehicle even though they are in the detection area (either on a neighboring lane to the rear or alongside your vehicle when reversing)(The system determines the presence of approaching vehicles based on data detected by the rear corner radars.)
  • Vehicles traveling at significantly different speeds
  • Vehicles driving in parallel at almost the same speed as your vehicle for a prolonged time
  • Oncoming vehicles
  • Vehicles in a lane beyond the neighboring lane
• Vehicles traveling at a significantly lower speed than you are trying to overtake. On a road with extremely narrow lanes, the system may detect vehicles driving in a lane next to the neighboring lane.

BSD/RCTA Approach Indicator Light/Warning Buzzer
While the BSD/RCTA is active, the following item(s) will operate to alert the driver

• The BSD/RCTA approach indicator light (when there are vehicles in the neighboring lanes).
• The BSD/RCTA approach indicator light and warning buzzer (when a vehicle is approaching from the left or right side while your vehicle is reversing)

BSD/RCTA approach indicator light

BSD/RCTA approach indicator light It is mounted on each side of the outside mirrors. The indicator light will illuminate when a vehicle approaching from behind is detected. The indicator light will flash to warn the driver of dangers under the following conditions.

• While the indicator light is illuminating, if the turn signal lever is operated toward the side in which this light is turned on
• When reversing the vehicle while the system detects a vehicle approaching from either side

BSD/RCTA approach indicator light dimming function
When the headlights are turned on, the brightness of the BSD/RCTA approach indicator light will be reduced.

NOTE

• You may have difficulty seeing the BSD/RCTA approach indicator light under the following conditions.– When sunlight shines directly on it
• When the headlight beams from a vehicle traveling behind shines directly on it. While the illumination brightness control dial is in the fully upward position, even if the headlights are turned on, the brightness of the BSD/RCTA approach indicator light will not be reduced.
• BSD/RCTA approach warning buzzer (only when reversing)A warning buzzer sounds along with flashing the BSD/RCTA approach indicator light to warn the driver of dangers.
• The setting of the warning buzzer volume can be changed by operating the center information display.

Safety tips regarding the BSD/RCTA approach indicator light/warning buzzer

• In the following cases, the operation of the BSD/RCTA approach indicator light and the warning buzzer may be delayed or the system may fail to issue these warnings.
• When a vehicle moves to the neighboring lane from a lane next to the neighboring lane
  • When driving on a steep incline or on repeated sharp uphill and downhill grades
  • When going beyond a pass
  • When both your vehicle and a vehicle driving on a neighboring lane are driving on the far side of each lane.
  • When several narrowly spaced vehicles are approaching in a row
  • In low-radius bends (tight bends or when making turns at an intersection)
  •  When there is a difference in height between your lane and the neighboring lane
  • Immediately after the BSD/RCTA is activated by touching “BSD/RCTA”
  • Immediately after the select lever is shifted to the “R” position
  • When extremely heavy cargo is loaded in the trunk or cargo area. During reversing, the operation of the BSD/RCTA approach indicator light and the warning buzzer may be delayed or the system may fail to issue these warnings under the following conditions.
  • When backing out of an angled parking space
  • When a large-sized vehicle is parked next to your vehicle (That vehicle prevents the propagation of radar waves.)
  •  When reversing on sloped roads
  •  When reversing at a high speed

• The BSD/RCTA approach indicator light may illuminate when driving close to solid objects on the road or roadside (such as guardrails, tunnels, and sidewalls).
• When turning at an intersection in urban areas, or a multilane intersection, the BSD/RCTA approach indicator light may flash.
• If a building or a wall exists in the reversing direction, the BSD/RCTA approach indicator light may flash and the warning buzzer may sound.
• In the following cases, the system may detect a vehicle driving two lanes away from your vehicle.
• When your vehicle drives on the near side of its lane from the corresponding vehicle
• When the vehicle driving two lanes away drives on the near side of its lane from your vehicle

 BSD/RCTA OFF Indicator
System temporary stops

1. BSD/RCTA temporary stop message
2. BSD/RCTA OFF indicator

This display appears when the system is used at extremely high or low temperatures or when abnormal voltage exists. Once these conditions are corrected, the system will recover from the temporary stop condition and the indicator will disappear. If the indicator remains displayed for a prolonged time, have the system inspected at a SUBARU dealer.

System temporary stops due to reduced radar sensitivity

1.  BSD/RCTA temporary stop message due to reduced radar sensitivity
2.  BSD/RCTA OFF indicator

This display appears when the detectability of the rear corner radars is reduced. Once the condition is corrected, the system will recover from the temporary stop condition and the indicator will disappear. If the indicator remains displayed for a prolonged time, have the system inspected at a SUBARU dealer.

BSD/RCTA Warning Indicator
System malfunction

1. BSD/RCTA malfunction message
2. At first, this message will appear
3. Then this message will appear
4. BSD/RCTA warning indicator

This display appears when a malfunction occurs in the system. Contact a SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected.

 To Turn On/Off the BSD/RCTA

BSD/RCTA OFF indicator
To turn the BSD/RCTA system on and off, operate the center information display. When the BSD/RCTA system is turned OFF, the BSD/RCTA OFF indicator on the combination meter display (color LCD) will illuminate.

NOTE

• In the following cases, turn off the BSD/RCTA system. The system may not operate properly due to blocked radar waves.
• When towing a trailer (Outback/Subaru Outback Wilderness)
• When a bicycle carrier or other item is fitted to the rear of the vehicle
• When using a chassis dynamometer or free roller device, etc.
• When running the engine and making the wheels rotate while lifting up the vehicle. If the ignition switch is turned to the “LOCK”/“OFF” position, the last known status of the system is maintained. For example, if the ignition switch is turned to the
• “LOCK”/“OFF” position with the BSD/RCTA deactivated, the BSD/RCTA remains deactivated the next time the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.

Certification for the BSD/RCTA

• The U.S. and other FCC-compliant countries

FCC WARNING
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

BSD/RCTA
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

• Canada spec models This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause interference.
• This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Radiofrequency radiation exposure information:
This equipment complies with radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body.

 Handling of Rear Corner Radars

Rear corner radars (Legacy)

Rear corner radars (Outback/Subaru Outback Wilderness)

The rear corner radars, one on each side of the vehicle, are mounted inside the rear bumper.

CAUTION
To ensure correct operation of the BSD/RCTA, observe the following precautions.

• Always keep the bumper surface near the rear corner radars clean.
• Do not affix any stickers or other items on the bumper surface near the rear corner radars. For details, consult your SUBARU dealer.
• Do not modify the bumper near the rear corner radars.
• Do not paint the bumper near the rear corner radars.
• Do not expose the bumper near the rear corner radars to strong impacts. If a sensor becomes misaligned, a system malfunction may occur, including the inability to detect vehicles entering the detection areas. If any strong shock is applied to the bumper, be sure to contact your SUBARU dealer for inspection.
• Do not disassemble the rear corner radars.

NOTE
If the rear corner radars require repair or replacement, or the bumper area around the rear corner radars requires repair, paintwork or replacement, contact your SUBARU dealer for assistance.

FAQ

 

Useful Link

View Full User Guide: Subaru Legacy 2023 Touring XT User Guide

Download Manuals: https://www.subaru.com/owners/vehicle-resources/manuals.html

2024 Subaru Legacy Specs, Price, Features, Mileage (Brochure)