Subaru Forester: Manual climate control operation for front climate control panel / Temperature control / Fan speed control

Temperature control

Turn the temperature control dial to set the preferred interior temperature.

NOTE

The controllable temperature range may vary depending on the regional specifications of the vehicle.

SYNC mode (type B)

When the SYNC mode is turned on, both the driver’s and front passenger’s side temperatures are synchronized using the driver’s side temperature control dial. Press the SYNC button to turn on the SYNC mode. The SYNC button indicator will illuminate.

Press the SYNC button again or turn the front passenger’s side temperature control dial to cancel the SYNC mode. The SYNC button indicator will not illuminate. In this case, temperature control on the driver’s side and front passenger’s side is separated. The temperature will be controlled individually using the driver’s and front passenger’s temperature control dials.

Fan speed control

Select the preferred fan speed by turning the fan speed control dial.

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    Outside temperature indicator

    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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