Subaru Forester: Headlights / Auto-on/off wiper-linked headlights

While the light control switch is in the “AUTO” position, the headlights will automatically turn on when the windshield wipers operate several times. The headlights will automatically turn off when the wipers stop.

NOTE

The ON/OFF setting of this function can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Consult your SUBARU dealer for details.

Subaru Forester. Auto-on/off wiper-linked headlights position:

The headlights are all off.

Only when the following conditions are fulfilled, instrument panel illumination, headlights, parking lights, front side marker lights, rear side marker lights, tail lights and license plate lights are automatically on or off depending on the level of the ambient light.

  • The engine is running.
  • The parking brake is fully released.
  • The select lever is in a position other than “P” position.

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