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Subaru Impreza (2019 year). Instruction - part 16

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Sensors

The sensors are located as follows.

Interior air temperature sensor

Solar sensor

The automatic climate control system
employs several sensors. These sensors

are delicate. If they are not treated properly
and become damaged, the system may
not be able to control the interior tempera-
ture correctly. To avoid damaging the
sensors, observe the following precau-
tions.
.

Do not subject the sensors to impact.

Keep water away from the sensors.

Do not cover the sensors.

Manual climate control op-
eration

Airflow mode selection

Select the airflow mode by using the
airflow mode selection dial (type A and B)
or the airflow mode selection button (type
C).

Airflow modes are as follows.

(Ventilation): Instrument panel outlets

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(Ventilation 2 for type B and C): Instru-
ment panel outlets and foot outlets

(Bi-level): Instrument panel outlets and
foot outlets

(Heat): Foot outlets, both side outlets of
the instrument panel and some through
windshield defroster outlets (A small
amount of air flows to the windshield and
both side windows to prevent fogging.)

(Heat-def): Windshield defroster outlets,

foot outlets and both side outlets of the
instrument panel (Refer to “Defrosting”
F4-10.)

(Defrost): Windshield defroster outlets
and both side outlets of the instrument
panel (Refer to “Defrosting” F4-10.)

MAX A/C mode
(for type B and C)

For quicker cooling, press the MAX A/C
button.
When the MAX A/C mode is on, the
following settings will be changed auto-
matically.
.

The air conditioner will turn on.

The temperature will be set on the

lowest.

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The fan speed will be set on the

maximum speed.
.

The air inlet will be set to recirculation.

The air flow mode setting will be set to

ventilation mode.

To turn off MAX A/C mode and return the
previous setting, press the MAX A/C
button again.

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 C)

When the SYNC mode is turned on, both
the driver’s and passenger’s side tem-
peratures 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
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 passenger’s side is separate.
The temperature will be controlled indivi-
dually using the driver’s and passenger’s
temperature control dials.

Fan speed control

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

Air conditioner control

The air conditioner operates only when the
engine is running.
Press the air conditioner button while the
fan is in operation to turn on the air
conditioner. When the air conditioner is
on, the “A/C” indicator light illuminates.
To turn off the air conditioner, press the
button again.

NOTE

For efficient defogging or dehumidify-
ing in cold weather, turn on the air
conditioner. If the ambient temperature
decreases to approximately 328F (08C),
the air conditioner and dehumidifica-
tion system may not operate properly.

Air inlet selection

Select the air inlet by pressing the air inlet
selection button.

Recirculation:

When the indicator light on the air inlet
selection button illuminates, interior air is
recirculated inside the vehicle. Press the
air inlet selection button to the ON position
for fast cooling with the air conditioner or
when driving on a dusty road.

Outside air circulation:

When the indicator light on the air inlet
selection button does not illuminate, out-
side air is drawn into the passenger
compartment. Press the air inlet selection
button to the OFF position when the
interior has cooled to a comfortable tem-
perature and the road is no longer dusty.

WARNING

Continued operation in the ON posi-
tion may fog up the windows. Switch
to the OFF position as soon as the
outside conditions are no longer
dusty.

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To turn off the climate control
system

To turn off the climate control system:
.

Type A: select the “OFF” position using

the fan speed control dial.
.

Type B and C: press the ON/OFF

button.

Defrosting

Select the “

” or “ ” mode to defrost or

dehumidify the windshield and front door
windows.

NOTE

When the “

” or “ ” mode is

selected, the air conditioner compres-
sor operates automatically regardless
of the position of the air conditioner
button to defrost the windshield more
quickly. However the indicator on the
air conditioner button will not illumi-
nate. At the same time, the air inlet
selection is automatically set to the
outside air mode.

For type A climate control system, in
this state:

– You cannot stop the air condi-
tioner compressor by pressing the
air conditioner button.
– You cannot select the recircula-
tion mode by pressing the air inlet
selection button.

For types B and C climate control

system, after defrosting the windshield
by pressing the defroster button “

”,

pressing the button again returns the
system to the setting that had been
selected before the defroster was acti-
vated.

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Operating tips for heater and
air conditioner

Cleaning ventilation grille

Front ventilation inlet grille

Always keep the front ventilation inlet grille
free of snow, leaves, or other obstructions
to ensure efficient heating and defrosting.
Since the condenser is located in front of
the radiator, this area should be kept clean
because cooling performance is impaired
by any accumulation of insects and leaves
on the condenser.

Efficient cooling after parking
in direct sunlight

After parking in direct sunlight, drive with
the windows open for a few minutes to
allow outside air to circulate into the
heated interior. This results in quicker
cooling by the air conditioner. Keep the
windows closed during the operation of the
air conditioner for maximum cooling effi-
ciency.

Lubrication oil circulation in
the refrigerant circuit

Operate the air conditioner compressor at
a low engine speed (at idle or low driving
speeds) a few minutes each month during
the off-season to circulate its oil.

Checking air conditioning
system before summer sea-
son

Check the air conditioner unit for refriger-
ant leaks, hose conditions, and proper
operation each spring. Have the air con-
ditioning system checked by your
SUBARU dealer.

Cooling and dehumidifying in
high humidity and low tem-
perature weather conditions

Under certain weather conditions (high
relative humidity, low temperatures, etc.) a
small amount of water vapor emission
from the air outlets may be noticed. This
condition is normal and does not indicate
any problem with the air conditioning
system.

Air conditioner compressor
shut-off when engine is
heavily loaded

To improve acceleration and gas mileage,
the air conditioner compressor is designed
to temporarily shut off during air condi-
tioner operation whenever the accelerator
is fully depressed such as during rapid
acceleration or when driving on a steep
upgrade.

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Refrigerant for your climate
control system

Your air conditioner uses ozone friendly
refrigerant HFC134a. Therefore, the meth-
od of adding, changing or checking the
refrigerant is different from the method for
CFC12 (freon). Consult your SUBARU
dealer for service. Repairs needed as a
result of using the wrong refrigerant are not
covered under warranty.

Air filtration system

Your vehicle’s air conditioning system is
equipped with an air filtration system.
Replace the cabin air filter according to
the replacement schedule found in the
“Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. This
schedule should be followed to maintain
the filter’s dust collection ability. Under
extremely dusty conditions, the filter
should be replaced more frequently. Have
your filter checked or replaced by your
SUBARU dealer. For replacement, use
only a genuine SUBARU air filter kit.

CAUTION

Contact your SUBARU dealer if the
following occurs, even if it is not yet
time to change the filter:

Reduction of the airflow through

the vents.

Windshield gets easily fogged or

misted.

NOTE

The filter can influence the air condi-
tioning, heating and defroster perfor-
mance if not properly maintained.

Replacing a cabin air filter

1. Remove the glove box.

NOTE

We recommend that you take measures
to protect the center console with
masking tape first, so that you avoid
scratching the center console with the
glove box.

(1) Open the glove box.

(2) Remove the damper shaft from the
glove box.

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(3) Push in the stoppers located on
both sides of the glove box and then
pull down the glove box as far as it will
go.

(4) Pull out the glove box horizontally
and remove the hinge portion. When

doing this, be careful not to damage
the hinge.

2. Remove the cabin air filter according to
the following procedure in order to prevent
dust on the air cleaner from falling to the
inside of its housing.

(1) Pinch both tabs and remove the
filter cover.
(2) Gently tilt down the end of the filter
and slowly pull it out 0.4 in (1 cm).
(3) Slowly pull out the rest of the filter.

3. Replace the cabin air filter with a new
one and then reinstall the cover.

CAUTION

The arrow mark on the filter must
point UP.

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4. Reinstall the glove box, and connect
the damper shaft.
5. Close the glove box.

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Antenna ................................................................... 5-2

Roof antenna (for Rod type) ................................... 5-2
Roof antenna (for Shark fin type) ........................... 5-2

Audio set ................................................................. 5-3

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Antenna

Roof antenna (for Rod type)

CAUTION

Be sure to remove the antenna

rod before entering garages,
parking towers and other loca-
tions with low ceilings.

Remove the antenna rod before

washing your car at a car wash. If
the antenna rod remains at-
tached, it may scratch the roof.

When reinstalling the removed

antenna rod, be sure to fully
tighten it.

Unscrew

Remove

The roof antenna is installed in the center
at the rear part of the roof.

The antenna rod can be removed by
unscrewing it from its base.

Roof antenna (for Shark fin
type)

The roof antenna is installed in the center
of the roof at the rear.

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Audio set

If your vehicle is equipped with a genuine
SUBARU navigation system or audio
system, refer to the separate navigation/
audio Owner’s Manual for details.

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Interior lights ........................................................... 6-2

Map lights.............................................................. 6-2
Dome light ............................................................. 6-2
Cargo area light (5-door models) ............................ 6-3
OFF delay timer ..................................................... 6-3

Sun visors ............................................................... 6-3

Sun visor extension plate (if equipped) .................. 6-4
Vanity mirror .......................................................... 6-4
Vanity mirror with light (if equipped) ...................... 6-5

Storage compartment ............................................. 6-5

Glove box .............................................................. 6-5
Center console ...................................................... 6-6
Cup holders ........................................................... 6-6
Bottle holders ........................................................ 6-6

Accessory power outlets........................................ 6-7

Use with a cigarette lighter (dealer option) ............. 6-8

USB power supply.................................................. 6-9
Ashtray (dealer option) ........................................ 6-10
Floor mat ................................................................6-11
Coat hook.............................................................. 6-12
Shopping bag hook (5-door models) .................. 6-12
Cargo area cover (5-door models –

if equipped) ........................................................ 6-13

Using the cover .................................................... 6-13
To remove the cover housing................................ 6-13
Stowage of the cargo area cover........................... 6-14
To install the cover housing.................................. 6-14

Cargo tie-down hooks (5-door models –

if equipped) ........................................................ 6-15

Under-floor storage compartment (sedan –

if equipped) ........................................................ 6-15

Rear view camera ................................................. 6-16

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Interior lights

CAUTION

When leaving your vehicle, make
sure the lights are turned off to
avoid battery discharge.

Map lights

Door interlock switch

To turn on the map light, push the switch.
To turn it off, push the switch again.

Automatic illumination

When the door interlock switch is in the
“DOOR” position, the map lights illuminate
automatically in the following cases.
.

Any of the doors other than the rear

gate (if equipped) is opened.
.

The doors are unlocked using the

keyless access function (if equipped).
Refer to “Locking and unlocking by holding
the access key fob” F2-8.
.

The doors are unlocked using the

remote keyless entry system. Refer to
“Remote keyless entry system” F2-20.
.

The ignition switch is turned from the

“ACC” position to the “LOCK”/“OFF” posi-
tion.

Dome light

DOOR

OFF

The dome light switch has the following
positions.

ON: The light remains on continuously.
OFF: The light remains off.
DOOR: The dome light illuminates auto-
matically in the following cases.
.

Any of the doors or the rear gate (5-

door models) is opened.
.

The doors or the rear gate (5-door

models) are unlocked using the keyless
access function (if equipped). Refer to
“Locking and unlocking by holding the
access key fob” F2-8.

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The doors or the rear gate (5-door

models) are unlocked using the remote
keyless entry transmitter. Refer to “Re-
mote keyless entry system” F2-20.
.

The ignition switch is turned from the

“ACC” position to the “LOCK”/“OFF” posi-
tion.

Cargo area light (5-door
models)

DOOR

OFF

DOOR: The light illuminates when the rear
gate is opened. The light remains illumi-
nated for several seconds and gradually
turns off after the rear gate is closed.
OFF: The light remains off.

OFF delay timer

The following lights have an automatic
illumination function.
.

dome light

map light

cargo area light (5-door models)

When the interior light switch is set to the
“DOOR” position, the light will automati-
cally turn on and turn off depending on the
locking and unlocking of the doors, the
opening and closing of the doors, as well
as the position of the ignition switch.

NOTE

The setting for the period of time in
which the lights remain on (OFF delay
timer) can be changed by a SUBARU
dealer. Contact your SUBARU dealer
for details. For models with the combi-
nation meter display (color LCD), the
setting can also be changed by operat-
ing the combination meter display
(color LCD). For details, refer to “Vehi-
cle Setting” F3-40.

Sun visors

To block out glare, swing down the visors.
To use the sun visor at a side window,
swing it down and move it sideways.

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Sun visor extension plate (if
equipped)

With the sun visor positioned over the side
window, you can use the sun visor exten-
sion plate to prevent glare through the gap
between the sun visor and center pillar. To
use the extension plate, pull it toward the
rear of the vehicle. When you have
finished using it, stow it by pushing it
toward the front of the vehicle.

CAUTION

Do not pull out the extension plate
with the sun visor positioned over
the windshield. The extension plate
would obstruct your view of the
rearview mirror.

Vanity mirror

CAUTION

Keep the vanity mirror cover closed
while the car is being driven to avoid
being temporarily blinded by the
glare of bright light.

To use the vanity mirror, swing down the
sun visor and open the vanity mirror cover.

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