Subaru Forester: Manual climate control operation for front climate control panel / Air conditioner control
The air conditioner operates only when the
engine is running.
Press the air conditioner button while the
fan is in operation to turn on the air
conditioner. When the air conditioner is
on, the “A/C” indicator light illuminates.
To turn off the air conditioner, press the
button again.
NOTE
For efficient defogging or dehumidifying
in cold weather, turn on the air
conditioner. If the ambient temperature
decreases to approximately 328F (08C),
the air conditioner and dehumidification
system may not operate properly.
Select the air inlet by pressing the air inlet
selection button.
Recirculation:When the indicator light on the air inlet
selection button illuminates, interior air is
recirculated inside the vehicle...
Other information:
Using an electronic chirp, the system will
give you an audible signal when the doors
lock and unlock. If desired, you may turn
the audible signal off.
Perform the following steps to deactivate
the audible signal. You can also use the
same steps to restore the function...
WARNING
Do not operate the engine with the
air cleaner element removed. The air
cleaner element not only filters intake
air but also stops flames if the
engine backfires. If the air cleaner
element is not installed when the
engine backfires, you could be
burned...