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■Battery-saving function
In the following conditions, the headlights and the other remaining lights will
go off automatically after 20 minutes in order to prevent the vehicle battery
from being discharged:
●The headlights and/or tail lights are on.
●The key is removed from the engine switch (vehicles without a keyless
access with push button start system) or the push-button ignition switch
is turned off (vehicles with a keyless access with push button start sys-tem).
●The light switch is in , or .
This function will be canceled in any of the following situations:
●When the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position (vehicles without a
keyless access with push button start system) or the push-button ignition
switch is turned to “ON” mode (vehicles with a keyless access with push
button start system)
●When the light switch is operated
●When the door is opened or closed
■Customization that can be configured at your SUBARU dealer
Settings (e.g. light sensor sensitivity) can be changed.
(Customizable features →P. 445)
CAUTION
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the engine is not run- ning.
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Fog light switch∗
■Fog lights can be used when
The headlights are on in low beam.
The fog lights secure excellent visibility in difficult driving condi-
tions, such as in rain and fog.
Turns the front fog lights off
Turns the front fog lights on
∗: If equipped
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Windshield wipers and washer
When intermittent windshield wiper operation is selected, the wiper
interval can be adjusted.
The wiper operation is selected by moving the lever as follows.Intermittent windshield
wiper operation
Low speed windshield wiper
operation
High speed windshield
wiper operation
Temporary operation
Decreases the intermittent
windshield wiper frequency
Increases the intermittent
windshield wiper frequency
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■The windshield wipers and washer can be operated when
Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system
The push-button ignition switch is in “ON” mode.
■If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the
windshield washer fluid reservoir.
WARNING
■Caution regarding the use of washer fluid
When it is cold, do not use the washer fluid until the windshield becomes
warm. The fluid may freeze on the windshield and cause low visibility. This
may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
The wipers will automatically
operate a couple of times after
the washer squirts.
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CAUTION
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over- heat.
■When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact your SUBARU dealer.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.
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Maintenance and care
CAUTION
■Cleaning the exterior lights
●Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.
●Do not apply wax on the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
■To prevent damage to the windshield wiper arms
When lifting the wiper arms away from the windshield, pull the driver side
wiper arm upward first, and repeat for the passenger side. When returning
the wipers to their original position, do so from the passenger side first.
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Fuse layout and amperage ratings
■Engine compartment
FuseAmpereCircuit
1 MIR HTR 7.5 A Outside rear view mirror defoggers
2 RDI 25 A Electric cooling fan
3 (PUSH-AT) 7.5 A Engine control unit
4 ABS NO. 1 40 A ABS
5 HEATER 50 A Air conditioning system
6 WASHER 10 A Windshield washer
7 WIPER 30 A Windshield wipers
8 RR DEF 30 A Rear window defogger
9 (RR FOG) 10 A
10 D FR DOOR 25 A Power window (driver’s side)
11 (CDS) 25 A Electric cooling fan
12 D-OP 25 A
13 ABS NO. 2 25 A ABS
14 D FL DOOR 25 A Power window (passenger’s side)
15 SPARE See note. Spare fuse
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Alphabetical index
WasherChecking ............................... 310
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 229
Switch.................................... 209
Washing and waxing ............... 276
Weight
Cargo capacity ...................... 224
Load limits ............................. 228
Weight ................................... 416
Wheels ...................................... 324
Window glasses ........................70
Window lock switch ...................70
Windows
Power windows .......................70
Rear window defogger .......... 254
Washer.................................. 209
Windshield wipers ................... 209