Subaru Forester: Light control switch / How to temporarily lower the sensitivity of the high beam assist function

The sensitivity of the high beam assist function can be lowered by performing the following operations.

1. Before turning the ignition switch to the “ON” position, set the light control switch to the “AUTO” position and push the signal lever forward (high beam position).
2. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position and within approximately 15 seconds, press the (following distance setting) switch more than 10 times consecutively.

When the sensitivity of the high beam assist function is lowered, the high beam assist indicator light on the combination meter will flash.

NOTE

• The sensitivity of the high beam assist function cannot be lowered in the following conditions.
  • Cruise control or Adaptive Cruise Control indicator is illuminated.
  • The EyeSight warning indicator (yellow) is illuminated.
• The sensitivity of the high beam assist function returns to normal level the next time the ignition switch is turned to the “LOCK”/“OFF” position and the engine is restarted.