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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.
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.
Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers (if equipped)
Rotate the dial to adjust the sensitivity of the rain light sensor for w\
iper control.
Daytime Running Lights
Daytime running lights are standard on your vehicle. Only the front daytime
running lights will be automatically turned on when the engine has started,
the parking brake is fully released and the light switch is in the “OFF”, “AUTO”
(if equipped) 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 or have the switch in the “AUTO” position.
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Three-zone Automatic Climate Control
1 Automatic On and Off Button
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 counter -
clockwise to decrease the temperature.
The temperature is displayed digitally on
the screen. Separate temperature settings
can be adjusted for the driver’s side and
passenger’s side.
3 SYNC Button Press the button to synchronize both
the driver’s side and passenger’s side
temperatures using the driver’s side
temperature control.
Operation in Manual Mode
4 Air Conditioner Button Press the “A/C” button to activate the air
conditioning. Press it again to turn off the
air conditioning.
5 MAX Air Conditioner Button
For quicker cooling, press the
“MAX A/C” button.
6 Air Flow Mode Selection Button
Press the button to select the desired
air flow mode. The selected air flow mode
– either ventilation, ventilation 2, bi-level,
heat, heat-defrost or defrost – is shown
on the display.
7 Fan Speed Control Dial
Rotate the fan speed control dial to select
the desired fan speed.
8 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.
9 Defroster Button Press the button to defrost or dehumidify
the windshield and front door windows.
10 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. If equipped, the outside
mirror defogger and windshield wiper
de-icer will also activate.
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Controls
Power Moonroof (if equipped)
To open or close the sunshade, slide and hold the switch toward the
open
3 or close 4 position. Press and hold the moonroof switch to tilt
or lower the moonroof. Slide and hold the switch to the open position
1 to open the moonroof most of the way; slide it again to fully open it.
Slide the switch to the closed position
2 to close the moonroof.
Smart Rearview Mirror
(if equipped)
Pull the mode lever toward you to show the
image from the camera that is located on
the rear gate window. Push the mode lever
away from you to use as a normal mirror.
HomeLink® 5 Accessory Mirror (if equipped)
The HomeLink 5 accessory mirror provides
three buttons to replace up to three hand-held
radio frequency remotes used to activate
devices such as garage door openers, gate
openers, entry door locks, security systems
and home lighting. Please see your Owner’s
Manual for programming instructions or visit
www.subaru.com/homelink to view a
how-to video.
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Safety/In Case of Emergency
Location of Spare Tire and Jack
The spare tire is located in the spare tire holder located under the rear of your
vehicle. The holder has a hoist mechanism that can lower and raise the s\
pare tire.
A jack and other maintenance tools, which are used to release the spare tire, are
stored under the cargo floor.
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 your 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 af\
fixed
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.
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