Subaru Forester: Auto-dimming mirror/compass with HomeLink® (if equipped) / To Operate the Auto-Dimming Feature

Auto-dimming mirror/compass with HomeLink® (if equipped)

Display HomeLink Buttons Switch During nighttime driving, the auto-dimming feature senses distracting glare from vehicle headlights behind you and automatically dims to eliminate the glare and preserve your vision...

To Operate the Compass Feature

To turn the compass feature on/off, press and hold the switch for more than 3 seconds or until the display turns on/off. The compass feature will default to on with each ignition cycle...

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Subaru Forester 2019-2021 Owners Manual: When a user is not recognized

In the following case, user recognition may not be possible and “User recognition stopped” may be displayed. There is an object blocking the camera. Remove the obstacle and follow the reference procedure to perform user recognition again. Refer to “Repeat facial scan”...

Subaru Forester 2019-2021 Owners Manual: Rear gate – if the rear gate cannot be opened

In the event that you cannot open the rear gate by operating the rear gate opener button, you can open it from inside the cargo area. Remove the access cover at the bottom-center of the rear gate trim using a flat-head screwdriver wrapped with vinyl tape or a cloth...