Subaru Forester: Automatic climate control customization (for type B and C) / Mode setting
The climate control can be set in the
following mode.
Normal mode
Use this mode for normal climate control.
Mild mode
Use this mode for the mild airflow mode.
Power mode
Use this mode when climate control needs
to be operate to increase the comfort
quickly. This will reduce the operation
range of the Auto Start Stop function.
ECO mode
Use this mode when fuel efficiency is
prioritized over comfort. This increases
the range of the Auto Start Stop operation.
The automatic climate control can be
customized on the multi-function display
(color LCD).
Refer to “Setting screen” for
setting methods...
This mode switches the climate control
operation according to the number of
passengers.
Front occupant detection
This mode detects passenger by the
occupant detection system sensor when
there is no front passenger in the seat...
Other information:
The light illuminates when the Vehicle
Dynamics Control OFF switch is pressed
or turned to deactivate the Vehicle Dynamics
Control system.
The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is
probably malfunctioning under any of the
following conditions. Have your vehicle
checked at a SUBARU dealer immediately...
WARNING
Always use the utmost care in driving
– overconfidence because you
are driving a vehicle with the Vehicle
Dynamics Control system could easily
lead to a serious accident.
CAUTION
Even if your vehicle is equipped
with the Vehicle Dynamics Control
system, winter tires should
be used when driving on snowcovered
or icy roads; in addition,
vehicle speed should be reduced
considerably...