2014 SUBARU TRIBECA Owners Manual

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(automatic illumination - ON)..The doors are unlocked using theremote keyless entry transmitter.
.The ignition switch is turned from the“Acc”position to the“LOCK”position.
The automatically illuminated map lightsremain illuminated for several secondsand then gradually turn off after all doorsare closed.
While the lights are illuminated, if any ofthe following operations are performed,the map lights turn off immediately.
.The ignition switch is turned from the“LOCK”position to the“Acc”or“ON”position.
.All doors and the rear gate are lockedusing the remote keyless entry transmitter.
The setting of the period for which the lightremains illuminated (OFF delay timer) canbe changed by a SUBARU dealer. Con-tact your SUBARU dealer for details.
NOTE
If any of the doors or the rear gate isnot completely closed, the map lightswill remain illuminated as a result.However, the map lights are automati-cally turned off by the battery drainageprevention function to prevent thebattery from discharging. For details,
refer to“Battery drainage preventionfunction”F2-6.
&Automatic ambient light for
center console area (if
equipped)
The automatic ambient light illuminateswhen the ignition switch is in the“ON”position and the light control switch is inthe“”position or“”position. Thelight dimly illuminates the area around thecenter console. The light turns off whenthe light control switch is in the“OFF”position. Also, the brightness of the light isadjusted by the illumination brightnesscontrol dial.
Sun visors
To block out glare, swing down the visors.
To use the sun visor at a side window,swing it down and move it sideways.

&Sun visor extension plate
With the sun visor positioned over the sidewindow, you can use the sun visorextension plate to prevent glare throughthe gap between the sun visor and centerpillar. To use the extension plate, pull ittoward the rear of the vehicle. When youhave finished using it, stow it by pushing ittoward the front of the vehicle.
CAUTION
Do not pull out the extension platewith the sun visor positioned overthe windshield. The extension platewould obstruct your view of therearview mirror.
&Vanity mirror with light
CAUTION
Keep the vanity mirror cover closedwhile the car is being driven to avoidbeing temporarily blinded by theglare of bright light.
To use the vanity mirror, swing down thesun visor and open the vanity mirror cover.
The light beside the vanity mirror illumi-nates when the mirror cover is opened.
NOTE
Use of the vanity mirror light for a longperiod of time while the engine is notrunning can cause battery discharge.
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Storage compartment
CAUTION
.Always keep the storage com-partment closed while driving toreduce the risk of injury in theevent of sudden stops or anaccident.
.Do not store spray cans, contain-ers with flammable or corrosiveliquids or any other dangerousitems in the storage compart-ment.
&Glove box
1) Lock2) Unlock
To open the glove box, pull the handle. Toclose it, push the lid firmly upward.
To lock the glove box, insert the key andturn it clockwise. To unlock the glove box,insert the key and turn it counterclockwise.
&Center console box
The center console box has a two-layerstructure consisting of an upper compart-ment and a lower compartment.

!Upper compartment
1) Upper compartment lock release
Pull up the upper compartment lockrelease to open the upper compartment.
!Lower compartment
1) Lower compartment lock release
Pull up the lower compartment lockrelease to open the lower compartment.
&Rear console
The rear console is located in the back ofthe center console box. Pull it out to use it.
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&Overhead console
To open the console, push on the lid lightlyand it will automatically open.
CAUTION
When your vehicle is parked in thesun or on a warm day, the inside ofthe overhead console heats up.Avoid storing plastic or other heat-vulnerable or flammable articlessuch as a lighter in the overheadconsole.
Cup holder
CAUTION
Take care to avoid spills. Beverages,if hot, might burn you and/or yourpassengers. Spilled beverages mayalso damageupholstery or carpets.
&Front passenger’s cup holder
CAUTION
Do not pick up a cup from the cupholder or put a cup in the holderwhile you are driving, as this maydistract you and lead to an accident.
The dual cup holder is built into the centerconsole near the select lever.
To a c c e s s t h e c u p h o l d e r , p u s h t h erelease button.

&Second-row seat cup holders
A dual cup holder is built into the armrest.
CAUTION
When a cup containing a beverageis in the cup holder, do not slide orrecline any seat. Otherwise, thebeverage could spill while drivingand, if the beverage is hot, it couldburn you and/or your passengers.
&Third-row seat cup holders
A cup holder is located at each side of thethird-row seat.
CAUTION
When placing a beverage in a cupholder, make sure it is capped.Otherwise, the beverage could spillwhile driving and, if the beverage ishot, it could burn you and/or yourpassengers.
Bottle holders
CAUTION
.Do not pick up a bottle from thebottle holder or put a bottle in theholder while you are driving, asthis may distractyou and lead toan accident.
.When placing a beverage in abottle holder, make sure it iscapped. Otherwise, the beveragecould spill when opening/closingthe door or while driving and, ifthe beverage is hot, it could burnyou and/or your passengers.
The bottle holder equipped on each door
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trim can be used to hold beverage bottlesand other items.Accessory power outlets
Poweroutlets in the center console
Power outlets in the rear cabin
Accessory power outlets are provided inthe center console (lower compartment)and in the rear cabin.
Electrical power (12V DC) from the batteryis available at any of the outlets when theignition switch is in either the“Acc”or“ON”position.
Yo u c a n u s e a n i n - v e h i c l e e l e c t r i c a lappliance by connecting it to an outlet.
The maximum power rating of an appli-ance that can be connected is shown inthe following list. Do not use an appliancewhich exceeds the indicated wattage foreach outlet.
.The two outlets in the center console:120W or less(When using appliancesconnected to two outlets simultaneously,the total power consumed by them mustnot exceed 120W.)
.The two outlets in the rear cabin:120Wor less(When using appliances con-nected to two outlets simultaneously, thetotal power consumed by them must notexceed 120W.)
CAUTION
.Do not attempt to use a cigarettelighter in the accessory poweroutlets.
.Do not place any foreign objects,

especially metal ones such ascoins or aluminum foil, into theaccessory power outlet. Thatcould cause a short circuit. Al-ways put the cap on the acces-sory power outlet when it is notin use.
.Use only electrical applianceswhich are designed for 12V DC.
The maximum power rating of anappliance that can be connectedis shown in the following list. Donot usean appliance which ex-ceeds the indicated wattage foreach outlet.
–The two outlets in the centerconsole: 120W or less (Whenusing appliances connectedto two outlets simultaneously,the total power consumed bythem must not exceed 120W.)
–The two outlets in the rearcabin: 120W or less (Whenusing appliances connectedto two outlets simultaneously,the total power consumed bythem must not exceed 120W.)
Overloading the accessorypower outlet cancause a shortcircuit. Do not use dual adaptersor more than one electrical appli-
ance.
.If the plug on your electric appli-ance is either too loose or tootight for the accessory poweroutlet, this can result in a poorcontact or cause the plug to getstuck. Only use plugs that fitproperly.
.Use of an electric appliance in theaccessory power outlet for a longperiod of time while the engine isnot running can cause batterydischarge.
.Before driving your vehicle, makesure that the plug and the cordon your electrical appliance willnot interfere with your shiftinggears and operating the accel-erator and brake pedals. If theydo, do not use the electricalappliance while driving.
NOTE
It is possible, when using the outlet inthe center console (lower compart-ment) with the lid closed, to pass theelectrical appliance’s cord through agap between the center console (lower
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