Subaru Forester: Climate control / Automatic climate control operation
When this mode is selected, the fan speed,
airflow distribution, air-inlet control, and air
conditioner compressor operation are
automatically controlled. To activate this
mode, perform the following.
NOTE
- Operate the automatic climate control
system when the engine is running.
- Even when cooling is not necessary,
the air conditioner compressor will
automatically turn on if the temperature
is set much lower than the current
outlet air temperature. Even in this
case, the “A/C” indicator light on the
control panel illuminates.
- The air conditioner may not operate
in the following cases:
- When the cabin temperature is
low.
- When the ambient temperature
decreases close to 328F (08C).
- The controllable temperature range
may vary depending on the regional
specifications of the vehicle.
Turn the airflow mode selection dial
and fan speed control dial to the “AUTO”
position.
Set the preferred temperature using
the temperature control dial...
Other information:
Before entering the vehicle, remove any
snow or ice from your shoes because that
could make the pedals slippery and driving
dangerous.
While warming up the vehicle before
driving, check that the accelerator pedal,
brake pedal, and all other controls operate
smoothly...
WARNING
Adequate size trailer brakes are
required when the trailer and its
cargo exceed 1,000 lbs (453 kg)
total weight.
Do not directly connect your
trailer’s hydraulic brake system
to the hydraulic brake system in
your vehicle. Direct connection
would cause the vehicle’s brake
performance to deteriorate and
could lead to an accident...