2021 SUBARU FORESTER wheel

X-MODE®Standard System
To activate the X-MODE®system, press the X-MODE®
switch. While the system is active, the X-MODE®
indicator appears, and the Multi-Function Display
shows steering direction, vehicle angle, and power
distribution. To deactivate X-MODE
®, press the
X-MODE®switch again.
In certain situations, such as navigating a vehicle
stuck in mud or snow, it may be helpful to allow more
wheel spin by turning off the VDC system. To turn off
the VDC system, turn the Vehicle Dynamics Control
OFF switch to the left. Turn the Vehicle Dynamics
Control OFF Switch back to “Normal” to reactivate the
VDC system.
X-MODE®Dual Mode System
To activate the X-MODE®system, turn the switch to
the left for SNOW/DIRT or to the right for
D.SNOW/MUD. While the system is active, the
X-MODE
®indicator appears, and the Multi-Function
Display shows steering direction, vehicle angle, and
power distribution. To deactivate X-MODE
®, press the
X-MODE®switch.
• SNOW/DIRT is suitable for driving on slippery road
surfaces such as snow or gravel, where the points
of contact between the tires and road surface are
visible.
• D.SNOW/MUD provides maximum torque from the
engine and the optimal amount of slip in the driving
wheels, enabling the vehicle to free itself more
effectively. It is suitable for driving on a roads where
the tires can become buried, such as deep snow, dry sand, or muddy roads.
Hill Descent Control (HDC)
This function helps maintain a constant vehicle speed when driving down steep hills or
declines. HDC is automatically engaged with X-MODE®and functions with the select lever
in the “D” or “R” position.
Standard
Dual Mode
OPERATING THE VEHICLE
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CARGO COVER(if equipped)
Use the detachable cargo cover to protect
contents in the cargo area from direct sunlight.
Pull the cover toward the rear of your Subaru
and insert both ends of the cover into the
guides.
Store the cover under the floor of the cargo
area when not in use. Instructions for
operation are included on the cargo cover
housing.
SPARE TIRE AND JACK
A jack and other maintenance tools are stored
in the tool bucket in the center of the spare
tire, located under the cargo floor.
Your vehicle is equipped with the following
maintenance tools.
• Jack
• Jack handle
• Screwdriver
• Towing hook (eye bolt)
• Wheel nut wrench
For more information, please refer to “Maintenance Tools” in your Owner’s Manual.
Cargo Area and Cover
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
1Presets/Skip:Press to toggle through
your preset radio stations or change a
track/media file. Press and hold to scan
radio stations or fast-forward/rewind
media files.
2Volume:Push the switch up/down to
increase/decrease volume.
3Source:Press the source button to
change the audio sources between radio
modes and media modes.
4INFO:Press to operate the Multi Function
Display.
5Call/Voice Recognition:Press to
receive/end a call without taking your
hands off the steering wheel. Press the talk button to start voice recognition. If
connected to an iPhone, press and hold the talk button to initiate Siri.
VOICE RECOGNITION
With SUBARU STARLINK®, simple voice commands can control
features like navigation, entertainment, phone calls, and, on select
models, climate control. A microphone is located in the overhead
console; however, you do not need to speak directly into it to
activate the voice command features.
Visit
www.subaru.com/engineering/starlink/multimedia.htmlfor more
information.
Press the Voice Recognition button on the steering wheel to start
the voice recognition system. Press and hold the button to cancel
the system.
For help with what features are available with voice recognition, press the "Help" button on
the screen or press the voice recognition button and say "Help".
Starlink Audio Controls
STARLINK OVERVIEW
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PAIRING A PHONE
To begin using your Bluetooth®Hands-free device you must first
pair your phone with the system. Phone pairing provides access to
the contact list on your phone and allows you to use the voice
recognition system to make and receive calls. The system can also
read incoming text messages, as well as allowing you to reply to
texts or send short messages. The system automatically reconnects
to your Bluetooth
®device and will remember your driver profile.
For instructions on how to pair your phone to the Touchscreen,
see page 108 for Android devices or page 112 for Apple devices.
Visithttps://www.subaru.com/owners/index.htmlfor complete
details on what is available by connecting a phone to the Touchscreen.
MAKING A CALL
Once your phone is paired, you can make a call
through voice recognition by pressing the “Voice
Recognition Switch” on the steering wheel. After
pressing the “Voice Recognition Switch”, wait for the
“Voice Guidance” screen to appear on the
Touchscreen and say “Call [name and phone type]” or
“Dial [number]”.
To make a call from the Touchscreen, start by pushing
the “Home” button and then select “Phone”. After the
phone screen displays, select the method you would
like to use to make a call.
• Overview – Allows you to call the last number.
• Favorites – Allows you to place a call to one of your
favorites on your phone.
• Recent – Allows you to call someone that has recently called you or that you called.
• Keypad – Allows you to dial any number you would like.
• Phonebook – Displays the phonebook from your phone.
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RECEIVING A CALL
To receive a call, press the “Talk Switch” on the steering wheel or the “Talk Button” on the
Touchscreen.
To reject a call, press the “End Switch” on the steering wheel or the “End Button” on the
Touchscreen.
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SOUND
To change the sound settings, press the “Home” button, then select “Settings”, and then
select “Sound”. Choose the setting you want to change.
SETTING FUNCTION
EQ and Sound Position Select to set sound settings.
Entertainment Volume Select to set audio volume.
Aux Volume Gain Select to set AUX volume gain.
Microphone Volume Select to adjust the mic sensitivity. This adjusts the
speaker’s voice during hands-free communication.
Navigation Volume Select to set the navigation prompt volume.
(Navigation-equipped vehicles only).
Phone Volume Select to adjust the default volume of the other party’s
voice.
Ringtone Volume Select to adjust the ringtone volume.
Speech/VR Volume Select to set the voice recognition prompts volume.
Alert Sounds Select to turn the Alert Sound on/off for traffic,
weather, or SXM game information updates.
Beep Sounds Select to turn the sound beeps on/off.
Speed Volume Select to set the speed volume. The system adjusts to
the optimum volume and tone quality according to
vehicle speed to compensate for increased vehicle
noise.
PHONE
This system supports Bluetooth®, a wireless data system. The hands-free system lets you
make and receive calls without taking your hands off the steering wheel.
In the sound settings menu, you can adjust the microphone, ringtone, and phone volume.
On the Home Screen, select "Settings", then select the "Phone" menu to manage
connected devices and access other phone settings.
SETTINGS AND UPDATES
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Lane Sway Warning
This function detects repetitive or unusual
side-to-side vehicle movement within a lane of
travel that may indicate a drowsy or inattentive
driver. Using the EyeSight
®camera, the Lane
Sway Warning function identifies lane
markings when traveling at speeds of
approximately 37 mph or greater. Warnings
are displayed in the Combination Meter
Display (CMD) with audible beeps. Lane Sway
Warning does not provide any corrective
actions.
You can turn this system on or off by using
the Lane Departure Warning OFF switch (see
page 92).
Lane Departure Prevention
This function provides steering assistance to
keep you in the lane of travel when driving on
expressways, freeways, and interstate
highways at approximately 37 mph or greater.
Lane Departure Prevention uses the EyeSight
®
camera to identify lane markings and assists
steering operation to help prevent lane
departure.
This function is turned on or off using the Lane
Keep Assist button on the right side of the
steering wheel. Once the system is turned on,
a white Lane Keep Assist icon will be
displayed on the Combination Meter Display
(CMD). Lane marking graphics on the CMD
change to white to indicate that the right and/or left lane markings have been successfully
identified by the EyeSight
®camera. If the vehicle is about to depart the driving lane, the
system assists steering by gently guiding the vehicle back into your lane. When the system
is actively providing assistance, the Lane Keep Assist icon in the CMD will change from
white to green.
Stay Alert
EYESIGHT
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Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering
Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control is a driving support system intended to reduce the
burden on you when driving on an expressway (including during congestion and when
driving at high speed). Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Centering work
together to assist you by automatically controlling the accelerator, brake, and steering.
Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control
This system provides cruise control with the
ability to keep a safe distance from the car in
front of you. Using the EyeSight
®camera, the
Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control function
identifies vehicles in front of you in the same
lane, and your vehicle follows the vehicle in
front (up to the maximum of your set speed).
While following, your vehicle will automatically
maintain a following distance that
corresponds to the speed of the vehicle in
front. The vehicle is capable of being
controlled at a speed between 0 mph and
approximately 90 mph.
You can turn the Advanced Adaptive Cruise
Control on or off using the Adaptive Cruise Control On/Off button on the right side of the
steering wheel (see page 91). Once the system is turned on, a white Adaptive Cruise
Control icon will be displayed on the Combination Meter Display (CMD). When all the
operational conditions are met, “READY” appears underneath the Adaptive Cruise Control
icon.
To set Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control, push down the “SET/–” switch on the right side
of the steering wheel. The CMD will indicate a target speed and the icon will turn green.
This speed can be adjusted up or down using the “RES/SET” switch (see page 91).
When a vehicle in front of you is identified, a Lead Vehicle icon will be displayed on the
Combination Meter Display (CMD) and/or Multi-Function Display (MFD). You can change
the desired following distance from the lead vehicle by pressing the “Increase Distance” or
“Decrease Distance” buttons (see page 91).
EYESIGHT
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