2022 SUBARU OUTBACK mirror

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PURPOSE OF THIS GUIDE
WELCOME................. 4
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION.............. 4
OWNER’S RESOURCES....... 4
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY..... 5
TOWING YOUR ALL-WHEEL
DRIVE SUBARU............. 6
ENTRY AND EXIT
KEYLESS ENTRY............ 7
KEYLESS ACCESS WITH
PUSH BUTTON START....... 8
POWER REAR GATE (PRG)....10
INSTRUMENT PANEL........14
GETTING COMFORTABLE
SEATING...................16
TILT AND TELESCOPIC
STEERING COLUMN.........19
POWER EXTERIOR MIRRORS . . . 20
REAR VIEW MIRROR.........22
POWER WINDOWS..........23
CENTER CONSOLE
STORAGE..................23
POWER MOONROOF........24
CLIMATE CONTROL..........25
ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS . . . 33
CONTROLS
INSTRUMENT PANEL SWITCHES
(LOWER LEFT)..............34
AUDIO CONTROLS...........34
ADVANCED ADAPTIVE CRUISE
CONTROL..................35
I SWITCH...................35
LIGHT CONTROLS...........36
TURN SIGNALS.............37
WINDSHIELD WIPERS........37
REAR WINDOW WIPER.......38
OVERHEAD CONSOLE........39
GAUGES AND WARNING
LIGHTS
COMBINATION METER.......40
WARNING AND INDICATOR
LIGHTS....................41
OPERATING THE VEHICLE
IGNITION SWITCH...........42
PUSH-BUTTON IGNITION
SWITCH...................42
STARTING THE VEHICLE......42
DRIVING THE VEHICLE.......43
AUTO START–STOP..........44
ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE
(EPB).....................46
X-MODE
®..................48
TURNING OFF THE VEHICLE...50
TABLE OF CONTENTS

1Power Windows (p. 23)
2Power Exterior Mirrors (p. 20)
3Instrument Panel Switches (p. 34)
4I Switch (p. 35)
5Audio Controls (p. 34)
6Light Controls (p. 36)
7Combination Meter (p. 40)
INSTRUMENT PANEL
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Power Driver’s Seat(if equipped)
1Seat Position:Moving the
switch forward or backward will
adjust the seat in that direction.
Pulling up or pushing down on
the back of the switch will
adjust the seat height up or
down. Pulling up or pushing
down on the front of the switch
will adjust the angle of the seat
cushion.
2Recline Seatback:Moving the
top of 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.
4Thigh Extension (if equipped):
Pull up on the lever below the
seat cushion to adjust the
length.
If equipped, your Subaru can be
programmed to automatically recall
your preferred Power Driver’s Seat
and side mirror positions each time
you enter your vehicle. For step by
step instructions on setting the
Power Memory Seat, please refer to
page 130.
Power Seat Controls
Thigh Extension
Memory Seat Buttons
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POWER EXTERIOR MIRRORS
The power mirror knob works with
the ignition in the “ON” or “ACC”
position. Turn the knob to “L” (left
side) or “R” (right side) to select a
mirror. Push the knob in the
direction you want to move the
mirror. Turn the knob back to the
center position when finished.
Power Folding Mirrors(if equipped)
The Power Folding Mirrors make
it easy to protect your exterior
mirrors when your Subaru is
parked or being washed in an
automated car wash. Press the
switch to fold the exterior mirrors
and press again to unfold. The
switch works with the ignition in
the “ON” or “ACC” positions.
NOTE: Always ensure the mirrors
are unfolded before driving.
Power Mirror Knob
Power Folding Mirror Switch
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If equipped, the power folding mirrors can also
be set to automatically fold in and out. On the
Center Information Display, select "Settings",
then "Car". Select "Door Mirror Setting" to
turn on or off the Auto Electric Folding
function.
Reverse Tilt Mirror(if equipped)
The passenger side mirror can be set to
automatically tilt down when you move the
select lever to the "R" position, giving better
visibility when backing up. The mirror returns
to its normal position a few seconds after you
move the select lever out of the "R" position.
This setting can also be turned on or off in
“Door Mirror Setting” in the Center Information
Display.
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REAR VIEW MIRROR
Auto-dimming Mirror(if equipped)
The auto-dimming function senses distracting glare
during nighttime driving and automatically dims to
eliminate the glare and preserve your vision. Press the
switch to turn auto-dimming on or off. A green LED
indicator on the switch illuminates when the function
is on.
HomeLink®5 Accessory Mirror(if equipped)
The HomeLink®5 accessory mirror provides three
buttons to replace devices such as garage door
openers, gate openers, entry door locks, security
systems, and home lighting. “Instruments and
Controls” in your Owner’s Manual provides
programming instructions, and
www.subaru.com/homelinkhas a helpful “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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3Rear Window Defogger Button:Press this button to turn on the rear window defogger.
If equipped, the outside mirror defogger and windshield wiper deicer will also activate.
It will automatically turn off after about 15 minutes. If the window clears before then,
press the button again to turn it off. You can customize this function for continuous
operation through the STARLINK
®touchscreen by selecting “Settings”, then “Car”.
4Defroster Button:This button turns on the front defroster. It also turns on the climate
control system if it is off.
NOTE: When the defrost mode is selected, the air conditioning compressor operates to
defrost the windshield more quickly. However, the indicator on the air conditioner button
may not illuminate.
5Customizable Button:This button can be customized to be one of four different
modes: A/C, Max A/C, Auto or Recirculation. On the Home Screen, select "Settings",
"General", and then "Climate Control" to customize.
6Climate Control Mode Indicator:Select the Climate Control Mode Indicator to
control fan speed, air flow, Max A/C, auto and recirculation modes.
7Fan Speed Button:
On the main screen,
push the “Fan Up” button to increase fan
speed or “Fan Down” button to decrease
fan speed . You can also select the Climate
Control Mode Indicator to open the climate
control window and adjust fan speed by
selecting (or dragging the setting to) your
preferred speed from 1 to 7.
8MAX A/C Button:Press this button for
quickest cooling.
9Automatic Control Button:
Select the
"AUTO" button to activate full auto mode.
"FULL AUTO" displays on the button and
Climate Control Indicator. When full auto
mode is activated, the fan speed, airflow
distribution, and air conditioner compressor
operation are automatically controlled.
10Air Inlet Selection Button:Select this
button to activate recirculation mode and
recirculate the interior air inside the vehicle.
Recirculation mode is helpful when driving
on a dusty road or when you want cooling performance to increase. Select the button again
to return to outside air circulation mode and allow outside air to be drawn into your Subaru.
NOTE: To prevent windshield fogging, do not remain in the recirculated mode for an
extended period of time.
11Airflow Mode Selection Buttons:Press the button to select the desired airflow
mode. The selected mode air flow mode is shown on the display.
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