Subaru Forester: Air conditioner button
Air conditioner button
The button positions and their functions are as follows.
ON: The air conditioner operates while the fan is running.
Push the button to select this position. The indicator light will illuminate.
OFF: The air conditioner does not operate.
Push the button again to select this position. The indicator light will turn off.
AUTO: Turn the fan speed control dial and airflow control dial to the AUTO position.
The air conditioner compressor operation is then adjusted automatically in accordance with the air temperature inside and outside the passenger compartment, the intensity of sunlight, and other factors.
Pressing the button cancels the “AUTO” mode. To return to “AUTO” mode, turn the fan speed control dial or airflow control dial to a position other than the AUTO position. Then turn to “AUTO” mode.
SUBARU recommends using the AUTO position.
NOTE
The air conditioner’s compressor does
not operate with an outside temperature
of 328F (08C) or lower.
Air inlet selection button
Air inlet selection button
ON position (recirculation): Interior air is
recirculated inside the vehicle. Push the
air inlet selection button to the ON position
for fast cooling with the air c ...
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Temperature sensors
1) Interior air temperature sensor
2) Solar sensor
The automatic climate control system
employs several sensors. These sensors
are delicate. If they are not treated
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The power steering system operates only
when the engine is running.
If you lose power steering assist because
the engine stops or the system fails to
function, you can steer but it will take
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WARNING
Follow recommended tire inflation pressures. Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated
tires wear excessively and/or unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy,
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