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Windshield Wipers
To turn on the wipers, press the wiper control lever down one level for intermittent,
two levels for low, or three levels for high speed. Return the lever to the “OFF”
position to stop the wipers. For a single wipe, move the lever up. To spray washer
fluid, pull and hold the lever toward you. Rotate the dial to adjust the intermittent
wiper speed.
Rear Wiper (5-door only)
To operate the rear wiper, rotate the end of the knob upward to the intermittent,
continuous, or wash position. When the rear wiper is off, rotate the knob downward
to wash and wipe the rear window.
Daytime Running Lights
Daytime running lights are standard on your vehicle. Only a reduced brightness
high beam will be automatically turned on when the engine has started, the parking
brake is fully released and the light switch is in the “OFF” or “
” position. The
brightness of the illumination of the high beam headlights is reduced by the daytime
running light system. You must always switch on your headlights when it is dark
outside by turning the light switch to the “
” position.
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2
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LOW
HIGH OFF
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Manual Climate Control System
1. Air Flow Control Dial The air flow control dial allows you to
choose the direction of air flow. Rotate
the dial for the desired air flow position.
Defrost/Defog
To clear the windshield and front door
windows of fog or frost, rotate the air
flow control dial to the defrost position,
set the temperature control to the red
position, and set the fan speed control
to the fastest speed.
2. Rear Window Defogger Button Press the rear window defogger button
to turn on the defogger. The defogger
will automatically shut off after about
15 minutes. If the window clears before
that time, you can press the button again
to turn it off. This button also turns the
heated mirrors on and off, if equipped. 3. Fan Speed Control Dial
Rotate the fan speed control dial to select
the desired fan speed.
4. Recirculated/Outside Air Button Press the air inlet selection button to
prevent outside air from being drawn into
the passenger compartment. If the button
is pushed in, press it again to draw outside
air into the compartment. TO PREVENT
WINDSHIELD FOGGING, DO NOT
REMAIN IN THE RECIRCULATED MODE
FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME.
5. Temperature Control Dial Rotate the temperature control dial from
blue for cool, to red for warm.
6. Air Conditioning Button Press the “A/C” button to activate the
air conditioning. Press it again to turn
off the air conditioning.
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Automatic Climate
Control System
(if equipped)
1. Automatic On and Off This system automatically controls
outlet air temperature, fan speed,
air flow distribution, air inlet control,
and air conditioner compressor
operation. Press “AUTO” to activate.
Press “OFF” to turn off the system.
2. Temperature Control Dial Rotate the dial clockwise to
increase the temperature or
rotate the dial counterclockwise
to decrease the temperature and
maintain a comfortable climate
within the driver and passenger
compartment. The temperature is
displayed digitally on the screen.
Operation in Manual Mode
3. Recirculated/Outside Air Button Press the air inlet selection button to
prevent outside air from being drawn
into the passenger compartment.
Press the button again to allow
outside air into the compartment.
TO PREVENT WINDSHIELD
FOGGING, DO NOT REMAIN IN THE
RECIRCULATED MODE FOR AN
EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME. 4. Fan Speed Control Knob
Rotate the fan speed control
knob to select one of seven
different fan speed positions.
5. Air Flow Mode Selection Dial Turn the “MODE” dial to select
the desired air flow mode. The
selected air flow mode – either
ventilation, bi-level, heat or heat-
defrost – is shown on the display.
6. Air Conditioner Button Press the “A/C” button to activate
the air conditioning. Press it again
to turn off the air conditioning.
7. Defroster Button Press the button to defrost
or dehumidify the windshield
and front door windows.
8. Rear Window Defogger Button Press the button to turn on the
defogger. It will automatically shut off
after about 15 minutes. If the window
clears before that time, you can
press the button again to turn it off.
9. Maximum Air Conditioner Button
For quicker cooling, press
the “MAX A/C” button.
Controls
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Located in the multi-function display;
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Location of
Spare Tire and Jack
A jack handle is stored under the floor
of the trunk (4-door) or the cargo area
(5-door). A jack and a towing hook are
stored in the tool bucket in the center
of the spare tire. Also, a tool bag that
contains a wheel nut wrench and
a screwdriver is equipped with
the vehicle.
Emergency Towing Your
All-Wheel Drive Vehicle
Since Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel
Drive distributes engine power to
all four wheels, improper towing will
severely damage your AWD system. A
flatbed truck is the only recommended
way to properly transport your AWD
vehicle. If towing is necessary, it is
best done by your Subaru Retailer
or a commercial towing service.
Subaru
Roadside Assistance
Subaru Roadside Assistance is free
and standard on every 2018 Subaru
vehicle. Coverage is automatic; there
are no forms to complete. Subaru
Roadside Assistance is available
anytime during the 3-year/36,000-mile
Subaru Limited Warranty, whichever
comes first.* A Subaru Roadside
Assistance decal has been affixed
to the driver’s door window.
Subaru Roadside Assistance:
1-800-261-2155
Exclusions
Specifically excluded from Subaru
Roadside Assistance coverage are
service requests or claims resulting
from: accidents, vandalism, acts of
God, violation of any laws, misuse and
abuse, or vehicle modifications not
recommended by the manufacturer.
*See your Retailer for details.
4-Door:
5-Door:
Safety/In Case of Emergency
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Steering Wheel & Instrument Panel
Master and Valet Keys, Keyless Access System* operation,
Push Button Start* and Remote Start*
Tilt/Telescopic Steering Column Adjustments and Paddle Shift operation*
Steering Wheel Controls
Headlights, DRL, Parking Lights, Hazard Lights, Interior Lights,
Fog Lights*, Autolights* and Welcome/Goodbye Lighting*
Front & Rear* Wiper and Washer Controls
Gauges, Warning Lights, Multi Function Display*, Information Display settings
and Parking Brake operation
Safety, Comfort & Convenience
All Wheel Drive System, Emergency towing of AWD, VDC, X-MODE®*,
Hill Holder™*, Incline Start Assist*, and Auto Vehicle Hold* operation
Rear Vision Camera
All Weather Package operation – Heated Seats,
Exterior Mirrors & Windshield Wiper De-icer
Review operation of climate control system
Power windows, locks, exterior mirrors, seat including Memory Function*
and Power Moonroof* operation
Hood Release and fluid reservoir locations
Fuel Filler Door, Trunk Release, Rear Gate operation
and location of Spare Tire*, Jack & Tools
STARLINK Audio System, Bluetooth & Safety/Security
Bluetooth – Pair owner’s phone(s) & show operation
(Download SUBARU STARLINK and MySubaru Apps*)
STARLINK Audio and Navigation* system controls
Driver Assist Technologies
EyeSight™ System*
Reverse Automatic Braking System*
Blind Spot Detection*, Lane Change Assist* and Rear Cross Traffic Alert*
High Beam Assist*, Steering Responsive Foglights* and
Steering Responsive Headlights*
*If Applicable
Owner Signature(s) ________________________________________________________________
Subaru Sales Consultant ___________________________________________________________
Subaru Sales Manager _____________________________________________________________
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