2018 SUBARU WRX Owners Manual

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Ventilator control&Center and side ventilatorsCenter ventilators
1) Open
2) Close
Side ventilators
1) Open
2) CloseTo adjust the flow direction, move the tab.
To open or close the ventilator, turn the
thumb-wheel up or down.
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Climate control panel&Type A
1) Airflow mode selection dial (Refer to
“Airflow mode selection”F4-6.)
2) Defroster button (Refer to“Airflow mode
selection”F4-6.)
3) Rear window defogger button (Refer to
“Defogger and deicer”F3-84.)
4) Fan speed control dial (Refer to“Fan
speed control”F4-8.)
5) Air conditioner button (Refer to“Air
conditioner control”F4-8.)
6) Air inlet selection button (Refer to“Air
inlet selection”F4-8.)
7) Temperature control dial (Refer to“Auto-
matic climate control operation”F4-5
and/or“Temperature control”F4-7.)
8) AUTO button (Refer to“Automatic cli-
mate control operation”F4-5.)
9) OFF button (Refer to“Automatic climate
control operation”F4-5.)
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&Type B
1) Temperature control dial (Refer to“Auto-
matic climate control operation”F4-5
and/or“Temperature control”F4-7.)
2) Defroster button (Refer to“Airflow mode
selection”F4-6.)
3) Rear window defogger button (Refer to
“Defogger and deicer”F3-84.)
4) DUAL mode button (Refer to““DUAL”
mode (type B)”F4-7.)
5) Fan speed control dial (Refer to“Fan
speed control”F4-8.)
6) Air conditioner button (Refer to“Air
conditioner control”F4-8.)
7) Air inlet selection button (Refer to“Air
inlet selection”F4-8.)
8) Airflow mode selection button (Refer to
“Airflow mode selection”F4-6.)
9) Temperature control dial (Refer to“Auto-
matic climate control operation”F4-5
and/or“Temperature control”F4-7.)
10) AUTO button (Refer to“Automatic cli-
mate control operation”F4-5.)
11) OFF button (Refer to“Automatic climate
control operation”F4-5.)
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Automatic climate control
operationWhen this mode is selected, the fan speed,
airflow distribution, air-inlet control, and air
conditioner compressor operation are
automatically controlled. To activate this
mode, perform the following.NOTE.Operate the automatic climate con-
trol system when the engine is running.
.Even when cooling is not necessary,
the air conditioner compressor will
automatically turn on if the temperature
is set much lower than the current
outlet air temperature. Even in this
case, the“A/C”indicator light on the
control panel illuminates.
1. Depress the“AUTO”button. The in-
dicator“FULL AUTO”on the display
illuminates.
2. Set the preferred temperature using
the temperature control dial.NOTE.The controllable temperature range
may vary depending on the regional
specifications of the vehicle.
.During FULL AUTO mode operation,
a small amount of air may flow from the
foot outlets when ventilation mode is
displayed.
.If you operate any of the buttons on
the control panel other than the“OFF”
button, rear window defogger button
and temperature control dial(s) during
FULL AUTO mode operation, the
“FULL”indicator on the control panel
will turn off and the“AUTO”indicator
will remain illuminated. You can then
manually control the system as desired
using the button you operated. To
change the system back to the FULL
AUTO mode, press the“AUTO”button.
.When the climate control system
turns off, the air inlet is fixed to the
outside air mode.
To turn off the climate control system,
press the“OFF”button.
&Sensors1) Interior air temperature sensor
2) Solar sensorThe automatic climate control system
employs several sensors.
The sensors are located as follows.
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–Solar sensor: beside the windshield
defroster grille
–Interior air temperature sensor: next to
the steering column
–Outside temperature sensor: near the
front bumper opening
These sensors are delicate. If they are not
treated properly and become damaged,
the system may not be able to control the
interior temperature correctly. To avoid
damaging the sensors, observe the follow-
ing precautions.
–Do not subject the sensors to impact.
–Keep water away from the sensors.
–Do not cover the sensors.
Manual climate control op-
eration&Airflow mode selectionTo select the airflow mode:
Type A:Turn the airflow mode selection
dial.
Type B:Press the airflow mode selection
button.
To select the defrost mode:
Press the defroster button.
Airflow modes are as follows.(Ventilation):Instrument panel outlets
(Bi-level):Instrument panel outlets and
foot outlets(Heat):Foot outlets, both side outlets of
the instrument panel and some through
windshield defroster outlets (A small
amount of air flows to the windshield and
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both side windows to prevent fogging.)(Heat-def):Windshield defroster outlets,
foot outlets and both side outlets of the
instrument panel (Refer to“Defrosting”
F4-9.)(Defrost):Windshield defroster outletsand both side outlets of the instrument
panel (Refer to“Defrosting”F4-9.)
NOTEWhen the“
”or“
”mode is se-
lected, the air conditioner compressor
operates automatically regardless of
the position of the air conditioner
button to defrost the windshield more
quickly. However the indicator on the
air conditioner button will not illumi-
nate. At the same time, the air inlet
selection is automatically set to the
outside air mode. After defrosting the
windshield by pressing the defroster
button“
”, pressing the button again
returns the system to the setting that
had been selected before the defroster
was activated.
&Temperature controlTurn the temperature control dial to set the
preferred interior temperature. With the
dial set to your preferred temperature, the
system automatically adjusts the tempera-
ture of air supplied from the outlets so that
the preferred temperature is achieved and
maintained.
If the dial is turned fully counterclockwise,
the system provides maximum cooling
performance. If the dial is turned fully
clockwise, the system provides maximumheating performance.
NOTEThe controllable temperature range
may vary depending on the regional
specifications of the vehicle.
!“DUAL”mode (type B)1) Driver’s side temperature
2) Front passenger’s side temperatureYou can change the setting of the driver’s
side and front passenger’s side tempera-
ture independently by selecting the
“DUAL”mode.
Perform either of the following procedures
to select the“DUAL”mode.
.Press the“DUAL”button
.Turn the passenger’s side temperature
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control dial
Press the“DUAL”button to cancel the
“DUAL”mode.
When the“DUAL”mode is selected:
Turn the driver’s side dial to set the driver’s
side temperature. Turn the front passen-
ger’s side dial to set the front passenger’s
side temperature.
When the“DUAL”mode is canceled:
Turn the driver’s side dial to set the desired
temperature.
When the“DUAL”mode is canceled, only
the driver’s side temperature is displayed.&Fan speed controlThe fan operates only when the ignition
switch is in the“ON”position. Turn the fan
speed control dial to select the preferred
fan speed.
&Air conditioner controlThe air conditioner operates only when the
engine is running.
Press the air conditioner button while the
fan is in operation to turn on the air
conditioner. When the air conditioner is
on, the“A/C”indicator light illuminates.
To turn off the air conditioner, press the
button again.NOTEFor efficient defogging or dehumidify-
ing in cold weather, turn on the air
conditioner. However, if the ambient
temperature decreases to approxi-
mately 328F(08C), the air conditioner
compressor will stop operating.&Air inlet selectionSelect the air inlet by pressing the air inlet
selection button.
ON position (recirculation):Interior air is
recirculated inside the vehicle. Press the
air inlet selection button to the ON position
for fast cooling with the air conditioner or
when driving on a dusty road.
OFF position (outside air):Outside air is
drawn into the passenger compartment.
Press the air inlet selection button to the
OFF position when the interior has cooledto a comfortable temperature and the road
is no longer dusty.
WARNING
Continued operation in the ON posi-
tion may fog up the windows. Switch
to the OFF position as soon as the
outside conditions are no longer
dusty.NOTEWhen the battery is disconnected or the
battery voltage drops, the air inlet
selection operation indicator light may
blink. This does not indicate a malfunc-
tion. However, if the indicator light
blinks every time you start the engine,
a malfunction may occur in the elec-
trical circuit. Have the vehicle in-
spected at the nearest SUBARU dealer.
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DefrostingPerform either of the following operations
to defrost or to dehumidify the windshield
and front door windows.
.Select the“
”mode by pressing the
defroster button (both types A and B)
.Select the“”mode by turning the
airflow mode selection dial (type A)
.Select the“”mode by pressing the
airflow mode selection button (type B)
NOTEWhen the“
”or“
”mode is se-
lected, the air conditioner compressor
operates automatically regardless of
the position of the air conditioner
button to defrost the windshield more
quickly. However the indicator on the
air conditioner button will not illumi-
nate. At the same time, the air inlet
selection is automatically set to the
outside air mode. After defrosting the
windshield by pressing the defroster
button“
”, pressing the button again
returns the system to the setting that
had been selected before the defroster
was activated.
Operating tips for heater and
air conditioner&Cleaning ventilation grille1) Front ventilation inlet grilleAlways 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 accumulation of insects and leaves
on the condenser.
&Efficient cooling after parking
in direct sunlightAfter 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 cooling effi-
ciency.&Lubrication oil circulation in
the refrigerant circuitOperate the air conditioner compressor at
a low engine speed (at idle or low driving
speeds) a few minutes each month during
the off-season to circulate its oil.&Checking air conditioning
system before summer sea-
sonCheck the air conditioner unit for refriger-
ant leaks, hose conditions, and proper
operation each spring. Have the air con-
ditioning system checked by your
SUBARU dealer.
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