2020 SUBARU WRX Quick Guide

6Adaptive Cruise Control (p. 18)
7Windshield Wipers (p. 20)
8Multi-Function Display (MFD)
9Climate control system (p. 12)
10Shifter (MT) or Select Lever (AT) (p. 24)
INSTRUMENT PANEL
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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.
Power Driver’s Seat(if equipped)
1Forward/Backward and Height:Moving
the switch forward or backward will
adjust the seat in that direction. Pulling
up or pushing down on the front or back
of the switch will adjust the angle of the
seat cushion. Pulling up or pushing down
the entire switch will adjust the height of
the seat cushion.
2Recline Seatback:Moving the switch forward or backward will adjust the angle of
the seatback.
3Lumbar Support:Pressing the front of the switch will increase support. Pressing the
rear of the switch will decrease support.
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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.
You can adjust the angle of the front head
restraints by tilting them forward. You will hear
a click when the restraint is locked. Pulling the
head restraint as far forward as it will go will
allow it to return to the fully upright position.
Seatbelt Adjuster
Always position the seatbelt adjuster so the
shoulder belt passes over the middle of your
shoulder without touching your neck. Pull the
adjuster out and slide it up or down. Release
the adjuster and make sure it is locked in
place.
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.
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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.
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.
The front windows have a one-touch auto
up/down function. Fully press down or pull up
and release to automatically open or close the
window.
POWER MOONROOF
You can tilt and slide the moonroof.
Tilting the Moonroof
1Opening:Press and release the switch to automatically tilt the
moonroof.
2Closing:Press and hold the switch to lower the moonroof.
Opening/Closing the Moonroof
3Opening:Press and release the switch to open the moonroof.
It will stop slightly before the fully-open position to reduce wind
noise. Press and release the switch again to fully open it.
4Closing:Press and release the switch to close the moonroof.
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CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM
Automatic Climate Control (WRX Only)
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.
Operation in Automatic Mode
1Automatic Control Button:This system automatically controls all of the climate
system 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.
When using “Full Auto” mode, the fan speed, airflow distribution, air-inlet control and air
conditioning compressor are controlled automatically. In “Auto” mode the system allows
you to choose the fan speed and airflow distribution while it controls the output
temperature. To activate “FULL AUTO” mode:
• Press the “AUTO” button. The “FULL AUTO” will be indicated on the Multi-Function
Display (MFD).
• Set the preferred temperature using the temperature control dial.
If you operate any of the buttons other than “OFF”, rear window defogger, or the
temperature control dial, the “FULL” indicator will turn off. The “AUTO” indicator will
remain. You can then manually control the system as desired. Press the “AUTO” button to
change back to “FULL AUTO” mode.
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Operation in Manual Mode
3Recirculated/Outside Air Button:Press this button 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.
4Fan Speed Control Dial:Turn the fan speed control dial to increase or decrease fan
speed.
5Airflow Mode Selection Dial:Turn the dial to select the desired airflow mode. The
selected air flow mode – ventilation, bi-level, feet or feet-defrost – is shown on the
display.
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
6Air Conditioner Button:Press this button to activate or deactivate the air
conditioning.
7Defroster 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.
8Rear 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 and windshield wiper
deicer will also activate, you can customize this function for continual operation
through the Multi-Function Display (MFD).
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Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control (WRX STI only)
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.
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.
When using “Full Auto” mode, the fan speed, airflow distribution, air-inlet control and air
conditioning compressor are controlled automatically. In “Auto” mode the system allows
you to choose the fan speed and airflow distribution while it controls the output
temperature. To activate “FULL AUTO” mode:
• Press the “AUTO” button. The “FULL AUTO” indicator light illuminates on the climate
control display.
• 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
3Recirculated/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.
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