Subaru Forester: Light control switch / High beam assist function (if equipped)
NOTE
- The high beam assist function utilizes
the stereo camera installed at the
position of the front map lights.
- For details on how to handle the
stereo camera, refer to the Owner’s
Manual supplement for the EyeSight
system.
The high beam assist function automatically
changes the headlight from high
beam to low beam (or vice versa).
When all of the following conditions are
met, the headlight will change to high
beam.
- When the vehicle speed increases to or
above 20 mph (32 km/h).
- There is no preceding or oncoming
vehicle.
- The forward area of the vehicle is dark.
- The road does not have a sharp curve.
When any of the following conditions are
met, the headlight will change to low beam.
- When the vehicle speed decreases to
or below 10 mph (16 km/h).
- When the forward area of the vehicle is
bright.
- When there is a preceding or oncoming
vehicle.
- When the EyeSight system is malfunctioning
or is temporarily stopped.
NOTE
- Do not overestimate the capacity of
the high beam assist function. The
driver always has the responsibility to
understand the surrounding situation,
to drive safely, and to change the
headlight mode manually if necessary.
- The factory setting (default setting)
for this function is set as “operational”.
This setting can be changed to OFF
(non-operation) at SUBARU dealers.
For more details, contact a SUBARU
dealer.
CAUTION
Do not hold the lever in the flashing
position for more th..
The high beam assist function will be
activated when all the following conditions
are met.
The light control switch is in the “AUTO”
position and the low beam headlights are
on automatically...
Other information:
WARNING
NEVER INSTALL A CHILD SEAT
IN THE FRONT SEAT. DOING SO
RISKS SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH TO THE CHILD BY PLACING
THE CHILD’S HEAD TOO
CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG.
Before installing a child restraint
system, be sure to confirm that
the seatback is securely locked
into place...
This light illuminates with the parking
brake applied while the ignition switch is
in the “ON” position. It turns off when the
parking brake is fully released.
WARNING
Driving with the brake system
warning light on is dangerous.
This indicates your brake system
may not be working properly...