Subaru Forester: Instruments and controls / Multi-function display (color LCD)
NOTE
For models with multi-function display
(black and white), refer to “Multi-function
display (black and white)”.
WARNING
Always pay adequate attention to
safe driving when operating the
multi-function display (color LCD)
while the vehicle is in motion. When
operation of the multi-function display
(color LCD) is disturbing your
awareness and ability to concentrate
on driving, stop the vehicle in
a safe place before performing operations
on the screen. Also, do not
concentrate on the display while
driving. Doing so may cause you to
look away from the road and could
result in an accident.
Features
The multi-function display (color LCD) has
the following functions.

Also, the multi-function display (color LCD)
can also be used to set and initialize the
multi-function display (color LCD) itself.
NOTE
- When the vehicle is in motion,
certain functions and selections may
not be available.
- You can set the language and units
for both the multi-function display
(color LCD) and the combination meter
at the same time. For details about
setting the language and units, refer to
“Menu screens”.
- The images displayed in this Owner’s
Manual are sample images. The
actual image may vary depending on
the market and vehicle specifications.
Welcome screen
When the driver’s door is opened and
closed, the welcome screen will appear for
a short time.
NOTE
The welcome screen will disappear
when the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position while the welcome
screen is displayed...
Other information:
The ECO gauge shows the difference
between the current rate of fuel consumption
and the average rate of fuel consumption
since the trip meter was last reset.
If the ECO gauge moves towards the +
side, this indicates better fuel efficiency.
NOTE
The ECO gauge shows only an
approximate indication of fuel efficiency...
Vehicle placard
The load capacity of your vehicle is
determined by weight, not by available
cargo space. The maximum load you can
carry in your vehicle is shown on the
vehicle placard attached to the driver’s
side door pillar. It includes the total weight
of the driver and all passengers and their
belongings, any optional equipment such
as a trailer hitch, roof rack or bike carrier,
etc...
Categories
The outside temperature is displayed on
the multi-function display (color LCD).
NOTE
The outside temperature indicator
shows the temperature around the
sensor. However, the temperature may
not be indicated correctly or the update
may be delayed in the following conditions.
While parking or driving at low
speeds
When the outside temperature
changes suddenly (example: when
going in and out of an underground
parking area or when passing
through a tunnel)
When starting the engine after
being parked for a certain period of
time
The temperature unit cannot be
changed.
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