2010 SUBARU TRIBECA light

windshield wiper deicer works effec-
tively..While the windshield wiper deicer is
in the continuous operation mode, if
the vehicle speed remains at 9 mph (15
km/h) or less for 15 minutes, the wind-
shield wiper deicer automatically stopsoperating. Rear window defogger but- ton
The rear window defogger operates only
when the ignition switch is in the
“ON ”
position.
To turn on the defogger, push the control
switch that is located on the climate
control panel. The indicator light located
on the control switch illuminates while the
rear window defogger is operating.
To turn it off, push the control switch again.
It also turns off when the ignition switch is
turned to the “Acc ”or “LOCK ”position.
The defogger will automatically shut off
after approximately 15 minutes. If the rear
window has been cleared completely before that time, push the control switch
to turn it off. If defrosting or defogging is
not complete, you have to push the control
switch to turn it on again.
Your SUBARU dealer can set your rear
window defogger to the continuous opera-
tion mode. Contact your SUBARU dealer
for details.
Once the rear window defogger has been
set to the continuous operation mode, it
should be in the continuous operation
mode at any time when the control switch
is pushed to the
“ON ”position.
If the battery voltage drops below the
permissible level, continuous operation of
the rear window defogger is canceled and
the system stops operating.
CAUTION
. Do not use sharp instruments or
window cleaner containing abra-
sives to clean the inner surface
of the rear window. They may
damage the conductors printed
on the window.
. To prevent the battery from being
discharged, do not operate the
defogger continuously for any
longer than necessary. Instruments and controls
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3-38Instruments and controls
NOTE
The outside mirror defogger also oper-
ates while the rear window defogger isoperating. Mirrors
Always check that the inside and outside
mirrors are properly adjusted before you
start driving. &
Type A inside mirror (if equipped)
The mirror has a day and night position.
Pull the tab at the bottom of the mirror
toward you for the night position. Push it
away for the day position. The night
position reduces glare from headlights. &
Type B inside mirror (if equipped)
1) Rear view image display
2) Electronic compass display
3) Auto dimming indicator
4) Multifunction button
5) Photosensor
The mirror has the following features. . Rear view image display
. Auto-dimming function for anti-glare
capability. Electronic compass display
You can display the various functions of
these features based on how long you
press the multifunction button.

Gear
position Period of
time multi-
function
button is pressed Function
displayed
R (reverse) Briefly
Rear view display ON/OFF*
More than
3 seconds Help lines indica-
tion ON/OFF
Except
R (reverse) Briefly
Auto-dimming
function ON/OFF*
3to6 seconds Electronic com-
pass display ON/ OFF
6to9seconds Enter the com-
pass zone setting mode
9to12 seconds Enter the com-
pass calibration mode
*: The setting returns to “ON ”as a default
setting every time the ignition switch is turned tothe “ON ”position.
! Rear view image display
When the ignition switch is “ON ”and the
select lever is set to “R ”, the rear view
camera automatically displays the rear
view image behind the vehicle on the
inside mirror.
Also, the following help lines are indicated
as a guide to help you realize the actual
distance from the display.
1) Vehicle width line (oblique vertical line)
2) Approx. 10 feet (3 m) from the bumper (green horizontal line)
3) Approx. 6.5 feet (2 m) from the bumper (green horizontal line)
4) Approx. 3 feet (1 m) from the bumper (yellow horizontal line)
5) Approx. 1.5 feet (0.5 m) from the bumper (red horizontal line)
These help lines are removable. To
remove the help lines, perform the follow-
ing procedure.
1. Display the rear view image on the
mirror.
2. Press the multifunction button for more
than 3 seconds to remove the helplines.
To display the help lines, press the multi-
function button for more than 3 seconds. For precautions about the rear view
camera and the rear view image, refer to“
Rear view camera ”F 6-22.
! Auto-dimming function
The auto-dimming function is an anti-glare
capability which automatically reduces
glare coming from headlights of vehicles
behind you.
By briefly pressing the multifunction but-
ton, the auto-dimming function is toggled
on or off. When the auto-dimming function
is on, the auto dimming indicator light
(green) will illuminate.
Even with the mirror in anti-glare mode,
the mirror surface turns bright if the
transmission is shifted into reverse. This
is to ensure good rearward visibility duringreversing. Instruments and controls
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3-40Instruments and controls
The mirror has a photosensor attached on
both the front and back sides. Use care
not to cover the sensors with stickers, or
other similar items. Periodically wipe the
sensors clean using a piece of dry soft
cotton cloth or an applicator. NOTE
When cleaning the mirror, use a paper
towel or similar item dampened with
glass cleaner. Do not spray glass
cleaner directly on the mirror surface.
By doing so, the sprayed glass cleaner
could enter the inside of the mirror
housing. That may cause a malfunction
in the mirror. !
Electronic compass display
By pressing the multifunction button for 3
to 6 seconds, the compass display is
toggled on or off. When the compass
display is on, an illuminated compass
reading will appear on the mirror.
Using the electronic compass properly,
the following compass zone adjustment
and compass calibration will be neces-
sary. ! Compass zone adjustment
1. The compass zone has been set to zone “8 ” at the time of shipment from the
factory. Refer to the “Compass calibration
zones ”map, which is attached to the end
of this manual to verify that the compass
zone setting is correct for your geographi-
cal location.
2. Press and hold the multifunction but-
ton for 6 to 9 seconds, and then release it.
The zone number will be displayed.
3. Press the multifunction button repeat-
edly to cycle the display through all
possible zone settings. Stop cycling when
the correct zone number for your location
is displayed.
4. Releasing the button for 3 seconds will
exit the zone setting mode. !
Compass calibration
1. For optimum calibration, switch off all
nonessential electrical accessories (rear
window defogger, heater/air conditioning
system, spotlight, etc.) and ensure all
doors are shut.
2. Drive to an open, level area away from
large metallic objects or structures and
make certain the ignition switch is in the“ ON ”position.
3. Press and hold the multifunction but-
ton for 9 to 12 seconds, and then release
it. The compass will enter the calibration
mode, then “C ” and the direction will be
displayed.
4. Drive slowly in a circle until “C ”
disappears from the display. Driving in
two or three circles might be necessary.
The compass is now calibrated.
5. Further calibration may be necessary
should outside influences cause the com-
pass to read inaccurately. You will notice
any outside influence if the compass tends
to read in only one particular direction.
Should you encounter this situation, return
to step 1 of the above procedure and
recalibrate the compass.

&Type C inside mirror (if equipped)
1) Left button
2) Auto dimming indicator
3) Photosensor
4) Right button
This mirror has an anti-glare feature which
automatically reduces glare coming from
headlights of vehicles behind you. It also
contains a built-in compass. . By pressing and releasing the left
button, the automatic dimming function is
toggled on or off. When the automatic
dimming function is on, the auto dimming
indicator light (green) located to the right
of the button will illuminate. . By pressing and releasing the right
button, the compass display is toggled on or off. When the compass is on, an
illuminated compass reading will appear
in the lower part of the mirror.
Even with the mirror in anti-glare mode,
the mirror surface turns bright if the
transmission is shifted into reverse. This
is to ensure good rearward visibility duringreversing. !
Photosensors
The mirror has a photosensor attached on
both the front and back sides. If the glare
from the headlights of vehicles behind you
strikes the mirror, these sensors detect it
and make the reflection surface of the
mirror dimmer to help prevent you from
being blinded. For this reason, use care
not to cover the sensors with stickers, or
other similar items. Periodically wipe the sensors clean using a piece of dry soft
cotton cloth or an applicator. !
Compass calibration
1. For optimum calibration, switch off all
nonessential electrical accessories (rear
window defogger, heater/air conditioning
system, spotlight, etc.) and ensure all
doors are shut.
2. Drive to an open, level area away from
large metallic objects or structures and
make certain the ignition switch is in the“ ON ”position.
3. Press and hold the left button for 3
seconds then release, and the compass
will enter the calibration mode. “CAL ”and
direction will be displayed.
4. Drive slowly in a circle until “CAL ”
disappears from the display (approxi-
mately two or three circles). The compass
is now calibrated.
5. Further calibration may be necessary
should outside influences cause the mirror
to read inaccurately. You will know that
this has occurred if your compass begins
to read in only limited directions. Should
you encounter this situation, return to step
one of the above procedure and recali-
brate the mirror. Instruments and controls
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Ventilator.............................................................. 4-2
Airflow ................................................................ 4-2
Ventilator ............................................................ 4-4
Automatic climate control system ..................... 4-5
Control panel ...................................................... 4-5
Rear air conditioner (if equipped) ......................... 4-8
Temperature sensors ........................................... 4-9
Operating tips for heater and air conditioner ....................................................... 4-10
Cleaning ventilator grille ..................................... 4-10
Efficient cooling after parking in direct sunlight ........................................................... 4-10 Lubrication oil circulation in the refrigerant
circuit .............................................................. 4-10
Checking air conditioning system before summer season ............................................................ 4-10
Cooling and dehumidifying in high humidity and low temperature weather conditions ................. 4-10
Air conditioner compressor shut-off when engine is heavily loaded .............................................. 4-10
Refrigerant for your climate control system ... ..... 4-10
Air filtration system ........................................... 4-11
Replacing the air filter ........................................ 4-11Climate control
4

Automatic climate control system NOTE .Operate the automatic climate con-
trol system when the engine is running. . The blower fan rotates at a low
speed when the engine coolant tem-
perature is low.
For efficient defogging or dehumidify-
ing in cold weather, press the “A/C ”
button.. Even when cooling is not necessary,
setting the temperature much lower
than the current outlet air temperature
turns on the air conditioner compres-
sor automatically and the indicator
light on the “A/C ”button illuminates.
. 7-seater models each have a rear air
conditioner. The fan speed of the rear
air conditioner can be adjusted, but
other adjustments (outlet air tempera-
ture, air distribution, etc.) are not
possible for the rear air conditioner.
For details, refer to “Rear air condi-
tioner ”F 4-8.
The automatic climate control system
automatically controls outlet air tempera-
ture, fan speed, airflow distribution, air
inlet control, and air conditioner compres-
sor operation. It activates when the “
AUTO ”button is pressed, and is used to
maintain a constant, comfortable climate
within the passenger compartment.
The temperature can be set within a range
of 65 to 85 8F (18 to 32 8C).
& Control panel
1) Temperature control dial (driver ’s side)
2) Defroster button
3) Fan speed control dial
4) Rear window defogger button (Refer to “Rear window defogger button ”F 3-37.)
5) Temperature control dial (passenger ’s
side)
6) Air conditioner button
7) Airflow mode selection button
8) Air inlet selection button
9) OFF button
10) AUTO button !
AUTO button
AUTO mode operation:
When the “AUTO ”button is pressed, the
indicator light on the button illuminates. In
this state, fan speed, airflow distribution,
air inlet control, and air conditioner com-
pressor operation are automatically con-trolled.
Manual mode operation:
If you operate any of the buttons on the
control panel other than the “OFF ”button
and temperature control dial during auto-
matic mode operation, the indicator light
will turn off. You can then manually control
the system as desired using the button
you operated.
To change the system back to the AUTO
mode, press the “AUTO ”button.
Climate control
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!–Defroster button
To defrost or dehumidify the windshield
and front door windows, push the defros-
ter button “
”. When the “”button is
pushed, the indicator light on the button
illuminates and the following operation isperformed. . The outside air is drawn into the
passenger compartment and the airflow
is directed towards the windshield and the
front door windows. . The air conditioner compressor auto-
matically operates to quickly defog the
windshield. However, the indicator light on
the air conditioner button will not illumi-nate.
After eliminating the fogging from the
windshield, return the climate control system to the AUTO mode by pushingthe
“AUTO ”button or turn off by pushing
the “OFF ”button.
Alternatively, push the “
”button again
to return the system to the setting that was
selected before you activated the defros-
ter. ! Fan speed control dial
The fan speed control dial has 7 positions:
AUTO position and 6 different fan speedpositions.
The fan speed is shown on the center of
the dial.
With the fan speed control dial in the
AUTO position, the fan speed changes
automatically corresponding the various
conditions: air temperature inside and
outside of the passenger ’s compartment, intensity of the sunlight, etc. !
A/C –Air conditioner button
If the windshield starts to fog when the
climate control system is operated in the
AUTO mode, push the air conditioner
button to defog and dehumidify.
When this button is pushed, the air
conditioner compressor turns on and the
indicator light on the button illuminates.
After eliminating the fogging from the
windshield, set the system back to the
AUTO mode by pushing the “AUTO ”
button.
NOTE
The air conditioner compressor does
not operate when the outside air tem-
perature is below 32 8F(0 8C).
Climate control
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