Subaru Forester: Photosensors - Auto-dimming mirror/compass (if equipped) - Mirrors - Keys and doors - Subaru Forester Owner's ManualSubaru Forester: Photosensors

Photosensors
Photosensors

The mirror has a photosensor attached on both the front and back sides. If the glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you strikes the mirror, these sensors detect it and make the reflection surface of the mirror dimmer to help prevent you from being blinded. For this reason, use care not to cover the sensors with stickers, or other similar items. Periodically wipe the sensors clean using a piece of dry soft cotton cloth or an applicator.

    Auto-dimming mirror/compass (if equipped)
    Auto-dimming mirror/compass (if equipped) 1) Auto dimming indicator 2) Left (mirror) button 3) Photosensor 4) Right (compass) button 5) Compass display The auto-dimming mirror has an ant ...

    Compass zone adjustment
    Compass calibration zones 1. The zone setting is factory preset to Zone 8. Refer to the “Compass calibration zones” map shown above to verify that the compass zone setting is correct fo ...

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