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9SUBARU STARLINK™ Multimedia Touchscreen
10Climate control system (p. 11)
11Shifter (MT) or Select Lever (AT) (p. 21)
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SEATING
Manual Seats
1Forward/Backward:Pull the lever below
the seat up and slide the seat forward or
backward. Release the lever and make
sure the seat is locked into place.
2Seat Height (Driver’s Seat):Pulling up or pushing down on the lever will raise or
lower the seat cushion.
3Recline Seatback:Pull the lever up to adjust the seatback to the desired position.
Release the lever and make sure the seat is locked into place.
4Seatback Fold Strap:To get in and out of the back seats, pull the seat strap to fold
the desired seat. When finished, push the seatback until it locks in place.
Head Restraint Adjustment
Pull the head restraint up to raise it. To lower it,
push it down while pressing the release button
on the top of the seatback. Each head restraint
should be adjusted so that the center of the
head restraint is closest to the top of the
occupant’s ears. This adjustment should be
made for any seating position, front or rear,
that has a new occupant.
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TILT AND TELESCOPIC STEERING COLUMN
Pull the lever down firmly to unlock, then
adjust the height and lengthwise position of
the column. Push the lever firmly back up to
lock the column in place.
POWER EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Turn the knob to “L” (left side) or “R” (right
side) to select a mirror. Move the knob in the
direction you want to move the mirror. Return
the knob to the neutral center position.
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REAR VIEW MIRROR
Auto-dimming Mirror(if equipped)
When driving at night, the auto-dimming function
senses brightness from vehicle headlights behind you
and automatically dims to reduce glare. Pressing the
switch will turn this function on or off. A green LED
indicator on the switch will illuminate when the
function is on.
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 the
Owner’s Manual for programming instructions or visit
www.subaru.com/homelink to view a how-to video.
NOTE: HomeLink
®5 may not be compatible with some older door
openers or additional equipment may be required.
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POWER WINDOWS
To open or close a window, partially press or
pull up the corresponding switch and hold.
Fully press down or pull up and release to
automatically open or close the window.
CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM
Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control
You can set separate temperatures for the driver and passenger seats. Set your desired
temperature and let the system automatically make the adjustments for you. At any time,
you can manually take control of the climate settings.
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Operation in Automatic Mode
1Automatic Control Button:This system automatically controls all of the climate
systems except defogging. Press “AUTO” to activate. Press “OFF” to turn off the
system.
2Temperature Control Dial:Turn the dial clockwise to increase the temperature or
counterclockwise to decrease the temperature. The temperature will appear on the
screen. You can adjust separate temperature settings for the driver’s side and
passenger’s side.
3Dual Button:Press the button to activate or deactivate the dual mode. Dual mode
makes it possible to have separate temperature settings for the driver’s side and
passenger’s side.
When using automatic mode, the fan speed, airflow distribution, air-inlet control and air
conditioning compressor are controlled automatically. To activate:
1. Press the “AUTO” button. The “FULL AUTO” indicator light illuminates on the climate
control display.
2. Set the preferred temperature using the temperature control dial.
If you operate any of the buttons other than “OFF”, rear window defogger, DUAL or the
temperature control dial, the “FULL” indicator light will turn off. The “AUTO” light will
remain illuminated. You can then manually control the system as desired. Press the
“AUTO” button to change back to “FULL AUTO” mode.
Operation in Manual Mode
4Recirculated/Outside Air Button:Press this to prevent outside air from entering
your Subaru. Press the button again to allow outside air into your Subaru. NOTE: To
prevent windshield fogging, do not remain in the recirculated mode for an extended
period of time.
5Fan Speed Control Dial:Turn the fan speed control dial to increase or decrease fan
speed.
6Airflow Mode Selection Button:Press the button to select the desired airflow mode.
The selected mode – ventilation, bi-level, feet or feet-defrost – is shown on the
display.
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ICON MODE FUNCTION
Ventilation Instrument panel outlets
Bi-Level Instrument panel outlets and foot outlets
FeetFoot outlets, both side outlets of the instrument panel
and some through windshield defroster outlets
Feet-DefrostWindshield defroster outlets, foot outlets and both side
outlets of the instrument panel
DefrostWindshield defroster outlets and both side outlets of
the instrument panel
7Air Conditioner Button:Press this button to activate or deactivate the air
conditioning.
8Defroster Button:Press this button to defrost or dehumidify the windshield and front
door windows. NOTE: The air conditioning may turn on to defrost the windshield
more quickly. However, the indicator on the air conditioner button will not illuminate.
9Rear Window Defogger Button:Press this button to turn on the defogger. It will
automatically turn off after about 15 minutes. If the window clears before, then press
the button again to turn it off. The outside mirror defogger will also activate.
Heated Seats(if equipped)
Switches are located on the center console
between the driver and passenger seats.
Choose low (bottom of switch) for normal
heating or high (top of switch) for rapid
heating. Choose the center position to turn off
the seat heaters.
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ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS
Power Outlets (12V)
Power outlets (12V) are located in the center console tray and in the glove box. Electrical
power is available for use with in-vehicle electrical appliances with a maximum power
rating of 120W.
1USB Ports
The USB ports are located in the front of
the center console. 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 the multimedia system in
your Subaru. This port also provides
charging (5V, 2.1A) to devices. For more information, please refer to the SUBARU
STARLINK™ Owner’s Manual or Quick Guide.
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