2020 SUBARU ASCENT center console

Heated Seats
Press the front seat heater switch located on the
climate control system. There is a separate switch for
the driver and passenger. Each time you press the
switch, the mode will change as follows: High, Mid,
Low, Off. Yellow indicators will illuminate indicating the
level.
Ventilated Seats(if equipped)
Press the ventilated seat switch located on the climate
control system. There is a separate switch for the
driver and passenger. Each time you press the switch,
the mode will change as follows: High, Mid, Low, Off.
Blue indicators will illuminate indicating the level.
Second-row Heated Seats(if equipped)
Press the rear seat heater switch located on the rear of
the center console. There is a button for each of the
seats. Each time you press the switch, the mode will
change as follows: High, Low, Off. Yellow indicators
will illuminate indicating the level.
Heated Steering Wheel(if equipped)
To activate, pull the heated steering wheel switch
while the ignition is “ON”. The indicator light on the
switch will illuminate. To deactivate, pull the switch
again. The heater will stay on for approximately
30 minutes.
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Remote Engine Start with Climate Control
You can remotely start your Subaru and adjust the temperature using the STARLINK®
Safety and Security features through theMySubaruApp (subscription required). Please
refer to Subaru STARLINK®Owner's Manual for a list of required vehicle conditions for this
feature.
ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS
Power Outlets
Power outlets (12V) are located at the front of the center console and in the cargo area.
Electrical power is available for use with in-vehicle electrical appliances with a maximum
power rating of 120W. You may also have a 120V AC power outlet located below the rear
climate control panel (if equipped).
1Auxiliary Input Jack
The 3.5mm auxiliary input jack is located in the
front of the center console. You can connect a
portable music player to the auxiliary jack and
hear the music stored on it through your Subaru’s
speakers. Press the “Source” button located on
the steering wheel or the “Media” button on the
Touchscreen to select the auxiliary mode. For more information, refer to the SUBARU
STARLINK
®Owner’s Manual.
2Dual USB Ports
The USB ports are located in the front of the center console and the rear seat areas.
You can connect a variety of USB-equipped devices to the front port, such as
portable music players or smartphones, to enjoy your favorite music through your
Subaru’s speakers. These ports also provide charging (5V, 2.1A) to devices. For more
information, refer to the SUBARU STARLINK
®Owner’s Manual or Quick Guide.
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ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE (EPB)
To apply the parking brake, pull up the parking brake
switch. The indicator light on the parking brake switch
will illuminate and “PARK” will appear in the
combination meter.
To release the parking brake manually, depress the
brake pedal and push the parking brake switch down.
To automatically release, gently press the accelerator
pedal with the select lever in the “D” or “R” position.
NOTE: All the doors must be closed and your seatbelt must be fastened.
Auto Vehicle Hold (AVH)
This function automatically holds your Subaru in place
when at a complete stop, such as a traffic signal, even
after you release the brake pedal. Press the Auto
Vehicle Hold switch on the center console to turn on
the function. The indicator in the combination
meter will illuminate.
While your Subaru is being held by this
function, the operation indicator in the
combination meter will illuminate. The function
is canceled when you depress the accelerator
pedal or the brake pedal.
Press the switch again to turn it off. The
function works with the select lever in either
the “D” or “R” position.
NOTE:
• For this system to work your seatbelt must be fastened.
• Make sure to turn off this function before entering an automatic car wash.
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