2004 SUBARU IMPREZA WRX light

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Climate control
functions are as follows:
OFF:
The fan does not operate.
AUTO: The fan speed is adjusted automatically in ac-
cordance with the air temperature inside and outside
the passenger compartment, the intensity of sunlight,
and other factors. Subaru recommends using the
AUTO position.
Other positions: The fan speed can be adjusted in
four steps.
NOTE
With the fan speed control dial in the AUTO posi-
tion and the air flow control dial in the “ ”,
“ ”, or “ ” position, the fan does not oper-
ate during engine warmup until the engine coolant
temperature exceeds approx. 122 °F (50 °C).
! Temperature control dial
This dial is used to set the desired interior tempera-
ture. With the dial set to your desired temperature, the
system automatically adjusts the temperature of air
supplied from the outlets such that the desired temper-
ature is achieved and maintained.
If the dial is turned fully counterclockwise, the system
gives maximum cooling performance. If the dial is
turned fully clockwise, the system gives maximum
heating performance. !
Air flow control dial
This dial has the following five positions. The outlets
from which air is supplied in each position are as fol-
lows:
: Instrument panel outlets: Instrument panel outlets and foot outlets
: Foot outlets and windshield defroster outlets (rel-
atively little air from windshield defroster outlets)
: Windshield defroster outlets and foot outlets
: Windshield defroster outlets
NOTE
When the dial is placed in the “ ” or “ ” po-
sition, the air conditioner compressor operates
automatically to defog the windshield quickly. At
the same time, the air inlet selection is automati-
cally set to “outside air” mode.

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!Air inlet selection button
ON position (Recirculation): Interior air is recirculat-
ed inside the vehicle. Push the air inlet selection but-
ton to the ON position for fast cooling with the air con-
ditioner or when driving on a dusty road. The indicator
light will come on.
OFF position (Outside Air): Outside air is drawn into
the passenger compartment. Push the air inlet selec-
tion button to the OFF position when the interior has
cooled to a comfortable temperature and the road is
no longer dusty. The indicator light will go off.
Continued operation in the ON position may fog
up the windows. Switch to the OFF position as
soon as the outside dusty condition clears.
! Air conditioner button
The button’s positions and their functions are as fol-
lows:
ON: The air conditioner operates while the fan is run-
ning.
Push the button to select this position. The indicator
light will illuminate.
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OFF:
The air conditioner does not operate.
Push the button a second time to select this position.
The indicator light will go off.
NOTE
The air conditioner’s compressor does not oper-
ate with an outside temperature of 32 °F (0 °C) or
lower. ! Operating method
! Normal operation (automatic control)
To select automatic control of the fan speed and air
temperature, make the following settings: 1. Fan speed control dial: AUTO position
2. Air flow control dial: desired position
3. Air temperature control dial: desired position
4. Air inlet selection button: OFF position
5. Air conditioner button: ON position
NOTE
Even with the air conditioner button in the OFF po-
sition, the fan speed and air temperature are con-
trolled automatically. !
Heating
To direct warm air toward the floor, make the following settings:
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!
Bi-level heating
It is possible to obtain air of different temperatures
from the instrument panel outlets and foot outlets. Air
from the foot outlets is slightly warmer than air from the
instrument panel outlets. Make the following settings:
1. Fan speed control dial: AUTO position
2. Air flow control dial: position
3. Air temperature control dial: desired position
4. Air inlet selection button: OFF position
5. Air conditioner button: ON position
NOTE
When driving on a dusty road or behind a vehicle
that emits unpleasant exhaust gases, set the air inlet selection button to the ON position. !
Defrosting or defogging the windshield
To direct warm air toward the windshield and front
door windows, make the following settings:
1. Fan speed control dial: desired position
2. Air flow control dial: position
3. Air temperature control dial: in 75 – 85 (25 – 30)
range
When the dial is placed in the “ ” position, the air
conditioner compressor operates automatically to de-
fog the windshield quickly. At the same time, the air in-
let selection is automatically set to “outside air” mode.
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NOTE "For rapid defrosting or defogging, set the fan
speed control dial to the highest speed position. " If air supplied from the outlets is too cold, the
windshield may become fogged on the outside.
Turn up the air temperature control dial slightly if
this happens." Warm air also comes out from the right and left
air outlets. To stop warm air flow from these out-
lets, turn the corresponding knob clockwise. ! Heating and defrosting
To direct warm air toward the floor and windshield,
make the following settings: 1. Fan speed control dial: desired position
2. Air flow control dial: position
3. Air temperature control dial: in 75 – 85 (25 – 30)
range
When the dial is placed in the “ ” position, the air
conditioner compressor operates automatically to de-
fog the windshield quickly. At the same time, the air in-
let selection is automatically set to “outside air” mode.
However, the air conditioner does not operate auto-
matically when the dial is placed in the “ ” position
after the dial has been placed in the “ ” position
and the air conditioner has been turned off manually.
NOTE "
If air supplied from the outlets is too cold, the
windshield may become fogged on the outside.
Turn up the air temperature control dial slightly if
this happens. " Warm air also comes out from the right and left
air outlets. To stop warm air flow from these out-
lets, turn the corresponding knob clockwise.
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Operating tips for heater and air con-
ditioner !Cleaning ventilation grille
Always keep the front ventilation inlet grille free of
snow, leaves, or other obstructions to ensure efficient
heating and defrosting. Since the condenser is located
in front of the radiator, this area should be kept clean
because cooling performance is impaired by any ac-
cumulation of insects and leaves on the condenser. !
Efficient cooling after parking in direct
sunlight
After parking in direct sunlight, drive with the windows
open for a few minutes to allow outside air to circulate
into the heated interior. This results in quicker cooling
by the air conditioner. Keep the windows closed during
the operation of the air conditioner for maximum cool-
ing efficiency. ! Lubrication oil circulation in the refrig- erant circuit
Operate the air conditioner compressor at a low en-
gine speed (at idle or low driving speeds) a few min-
utes each month during the off-season to circulate its
oil. ! Checking air conditioning system be-
fore summer season
Check the air conditioner unit for refrigerant leaks,
hose conditions, and proper operation each spring.
This check is best performed by your SUBARU dealer.
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!Replacing an air filter
1. Remove the glove box. 1) Open the glove box.
2) Remove the nine screws and the one clip secur-
ing the glove box.
3) Disconnect the glove box light connector. 2. Unhook the hooks of the air filter cover and removethe cover.
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NOTE "Only use good quality cassettes (cassettes
longer than C-90 are not recommended). " Put cassettes back in their boxes immediately
after use to protect them from dust and dirt and to
prevent the tape from unwinding. " Never expose cassettes to heat, direct sunlight
or moisture. " Clean the tape head (once or twice a month) us-
ing a wet-type cleaning cassette .
! To play back a cassette tape
" When cassette tape is not in the player
When a cassette is partially inserted, it is automatically
drawn in and starts tape playback. " When cassette tape is in the player
When the “TAPE” button (12) is pressed, the display
will show “PLAY” and the player will start playback. ! Tape travel indicators
These indicate the direction the cassette tape is mov-
ing.
: indicates that the top side of the cassette is being
played back.
: indicates that the bottom side of the cassette is be-
ing played back. !
Program switching button (PROG)
When the program switching button “PROG” (16) is
pressed during playback, the tape travel indicators will
switch and the player will begin playing back the oppo-
site side of the tape. The same mechanism is auto-
matically activated when the end of the tape is
reached. This allows the opposite side of the tape to
play, providing continuous playback. ! Fast-forward button (FF)
To fast-forward the tape, press the “FF” button (15).
The display will show “FF”. To stop fast-forwarding,
press the “FF” or “TAPE” (12) button. ! Rewind button (REW)
To rewind the tape, press the “REW” button (17). The
display will indicate “REW”. To stop rewinding, press
the “REW” or “TAPE” (12) button. ! Eject button ( )
When “ ” button (10) is pressed, play back stops
and the cassette tape is ejected.
The ejection function also operates when the ignition
switch is in the “LOCK” position. Always make certain
that you remove the cassette tape.