Subaru Forester (2022 year). Manual in english

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Power rear gate button on the inside

edge of the rear gate

If you press the power rear gate button
again, the rear gate will close. You can
open the rear gate by pressing the power
rear gate button briefly while the rear gate
is being closed.

NOTE

The rear gate cannot be paused when it
is in the approximately 2 in (5 cm) range
from the fully closed position. The
system will ignore any button operation
and the rear gate will continue to open.

To close the rear gate:

Briefly press either of the following but-
tons.

Rear gate opener button

Power rear gate button on the inside

edge of the rear gate

If you press the power rear gate button
again, the rear gate will open.

To Lock the doors using the power rear
gate lock button:

Carry the access key fob, and press the
power rear gate lock button. All doors, the
rear gate and the fuel filler lid are locked,
and the rear gate will be closed. Also, the
hazard warning flashers will flash once,
and an electronic chirp will sound once.

NOTE

By pushing the power rear gate lock

button for more than 2 seconds, all
doors are locked, however, the auto
door closing function of the rear gate
will be canceled.

If any of the doors is not fully closed,

the outside warning chime sounds five
times to alert you that the doors are not
properly closed.

By manual operation

To open the rear gate:

Lift up the rear gate, when the rear gate at
midway position. The rear gate will open
automatically.

To close the rear gate:

Pull down the rear gate when the rear gate
is opened. The rear gate will close auto-
matically.

NOTE

If the rear gate is moved slowly, it

may not operate automatically open or
close.

When leaving the vehicle, make sure

that all doors and the rear gate are
completely locked.

Manual operation

NOTE

Using the power rear gate operation is
recommended. Manual operation will
require physical effort.

The power rear gate can be closed
manually. Refer to “Manual rear gate”

P145.

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Memory function

Memory switch

Memory switch status

ON status

OFF status

Your desired rear gate height can be

registered.

Registration of the rear gate height:

To register the rear gate height, perform
the following procedures.
1. Open the rear gate using the power
rear gate function.
2. With the rear gate at the desired
height, stop it using the power rear gate
function.
3. Press the memory switch to select the
“ON” status.

Power rear gate button on the inside edge
of the rear gate

Power rear gate button

Power rear gate lock button

4. With the rear gate at the desired
height, press and hold the power rear gate
button on the inside edge of the rear gate

until an electronic chirp is heard and the
hazard warning flashers flash three times.
The electronic chirp and the flashing
hazard warning flashers confirm the se-
lected rear gate height has been regis-
tered.

NOTE

To change the registered height,

press the memory switch to select the
“OFF” status and perform the register-
ing procedure again.

It is possible to register the height

from approximately 2 in (5 cm) or more
from the completely closed position.

Retrieval of the rear gate height:

To open the rear gate and stop it at the
registered height, perform the following
procedure.
1. Press the memory switch to select the
ON status.
2. Press and hold any of the power rear
gate switches.

Even if any of the power rear gate switches
are pressed and held while the memory
switch is in the OFF status, you can stop it
at the registered height by pressing the
memory switch to select the ON status
before the rear gate reaches the registered
height.

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NOTE

The rear gate will open to the position
that is stored in the memory function
even if the rear gate is opened by the
reverse function.

Reverse function

WARNING

Do not let parts of your body get

caught when operating the re-
verse function. If the reverse
function does not operate for
some reason, this may lead to
serious injury or accidents.

The reverse function may not

operate if foreign objects are
caught in the rear gate just before
it closes completely. Be careful
not to catch your fingers and
other body parts.

The reverse function may not

operate depending on the object
shape and the manner in which it
was caught. Be careful not to
catch your fingers and other
body parts.

CAUTION

If the reverse function is operated

3 times consecutively, automatic
opening and closing of the power
rear gate function will be can-
celed and the rear gate will stop
opening or closing suddenly.
However, the rear gate may open
or close depending on the rear
gate height when automatic op-
eration is ceased. Be careful that
the rear gate does not hit any-
one’s head or face, etc. and that
fingers and baggage, etc. are not
caught in it.

Take care not to damage the

touch sensors. Otherwise, the
reverse function may cease to
operate.

If, while opening or closing using power
rear gate, the rear gate catches persons or
baggage or hits an obstacle, an electronic
chirp will sound 3 times and the rear gate
will operate as follows.

When opening the rear gate:

The rear

gate will automatically close.

When closing the rear gate:

The rear

gate will automatically open.

Touch sensor

Touch sensors are attached on the left and
right edges of the rear gate. If the touch
sensors detect fingers, baggage, etc.
while closing by the power rear gate
function, an electronic chirp will sounds 3
times and the rear gate will open auto-
matically.

NOTE

When the rear gate is opened using the
reverse function, it will be opened fully
or to the height registered in the
memory function.

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Rear gate drop prevention function

The rear gate is lowered by the weight of
snow and such, an electronic chirp will
sound and the rear gate drop prevention
function will apply braking to the rear gate
so that it prevents a rapid closure of the
rear gate.

NOTE

If there is snow on the rear gate, only
use the power rear gate function after
removing the snow.

Selecting audible signal operation

Using an electronic chirp, the power rear
gate will give you an audible signal before
starting its operation. If desired, the audi-
ble signal can be turned off by a SUBARU
dealer. Consult your SUBARU dealer for
details.

For models with “keyless access with
push-button start system”, you can turn
the audible signal off by operating the
combination meter display (color LCD).
For details, refer to “Keyless Entry Sys-
tem”

P201.

The ON/OFF setting of the audible signal
also works as the audible signal settings
for the “remote keyless entry system” and
the “keyless access with push-button start
system”. However, for the warning chime

such as that caused by “Reverse function”

P152 or “Rear gate drop prevention

function”

P153, it cannot be set as non-

operational.

Initialization of power rear gate

If the power rear gate detects some
abnormality while operating, an electronic
chirp will sound and the power rear gate
operation will be automatically stopped in
either opening or closing position. In this
case, the system needs to be initialized in
the following order to restart the function
properly.

If the power rear gate is closed

1. Keep pressing the rear gate opener
button until it is unlocked (for approxi-
mately 5 seconds) and lift up the rear gate.

2. Pull down the rear gate until it starts to
close automatically. The system will be
initialized once the gate is fully closed.
3. Operate the power rear gate and check
that the function operates properly.

If the power rear gate is opened

1. Pull down the rear gate until it starts to
close automatically. The system will be
initialized once the gate is fully closed. If
the rear gate will not close completely,
keep pressing the rear gate opener button
for approximately 5 seconds and pull down
the rear gate.
2. Operate the power rear gate and check
that the function operates properly.

CAUTION

If the power rear gate function does
not operate properly, have your
vehicle checked by SUBARU dealer.

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2-10. Moonroof (if equipped)

WARNING

Never let anyone’s hands, arms,
head or any objects protrude from
the moonroof. A person could be
seriously injured if any of the follow-
ing conditions occur.

The vehicle stops suddenly.

The vehicle turns sharply.

The vehicle is involved in an

accident.

Body parts protruding from the

vehicle are struck by outside
objects.

To avoid serious personal injury
caused by entrapment, always con-
form to the following instructions
without exception.

Before closing the moonroof,

make sure that no one’s hands,
arms, head or other objects will
be accidentally caught in the
moonroof.

Always carry the key when you

leave the vehicle for safety rea-
sons and never allow an unat-
tended child to remain in the

vehicle. Failure to follow this
procedure could result in injury
to a child operating the moon-
roof.

Never try to check the anti-en-

trapment function by deliberately
placing part of your body in the
moonroof.

CAUTION

Do not sit on the edge of the open

moonroof.

Do not operate the moonroof if

falling snow or extremely cold
conditions have caused it to
freeze shut.

Do not touch the moving parts of

the moonroof while the moonroof
is operating.

If the moonroof does not close,

we recommend that you have the
system checked by a SUBARU
dealer.

The moonroof operates only when the
ignition switch is in the “ON” position.

Moonroof switch

OPEN/CLOSE switch

Open

To open the moonroof:

Press the rear side of the “OPEN/CLOSE”
switch. The sunshade will also be opened
together with the moonroof. The moonroof
will stop at a position approximately 6 in
(15 cm) away from the fully opened
position. Slide the switch rearward again
to open the moonroof completely.

To close the moonroof:

Press the front side of the “OPEN/CLOSE”
switch.
To stop the moonroof at a selected mid-
way position while opening or closing it,
momentarily push the switch to the

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“OPEN” side or “CLOSE” side.

After washing the vehicle or after it rains,
wipe away water on the roof prior to
opening the moonroof to prevent drops of
water from falling into the passenger
compartment.

NOTE

Driving with the moonroof fully open

can cause an annoying sound to be
generated at high speeds. If this oc-
curs, use the moonroof at the initial
stop position of 6 in (15 cm) away from
the fully opened position.

The moonroof cannot be operated

while the remote engine starter system
is operating.

Anti-entrapment function

When the moonroof senses a substantial
enough object trapped between its glass
and the vehicle’s roof during closure, it
automatically moves back to the fully open
position and stops there. The anti-entrap-
ment function may also be activated by a
strong shock on the moonroof even when
there is nothing trapped.

CAUTION

Never attempt to test this function
using fingers, hands or other parts
of your body.

NOTE

For the sake of safety, it is recom-
mended that you avoid driving with the
moonroof fully opened.

Sunshade

The sunshade can be slid forward or
backward by hand while the moonroof is
closed.
If the moonroof is opened, the sunshade
also moves back.

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3-1. Ignition switch (models without “keyless

access with push-button start system”) ..... 160

Key positions ..................................................... 160
Key reminder chime............................................ 161
Ignition switch light ............................................ 161

3-2. Push-button ignition switch (models with

“keyless access with push-button start
system”) ........................................................ 162

Safety precautions.............................................. 162
Operating range for push-button start system ..... 162
Switching power status....................................... 163
When access key fob does not operate

properly............................................................ 164

3-3. Hazard warning flasher .................................. 164
3-4. Meters and gauges ......................................... 164

Speedometer ...................................................... 164
Tachometer......................................................... 164
Odometer ........................................................... 165
Double trip meter................................................ 165
Fuel gauge ......................................................... 166
ECO gauge (if equipped)..................................... 166
Combination meter settings ................................ 167

3-5. Illumination brightness control ..................... 168

Auto dimmer cancel function .............................. 168

3-6. Warning and indicator .................................... 168

Initial illumination for system check .................... 168
Seatbelt warning light and chime ........................ 169
SRS airbag system warning light ........................ 172
Front passenger’s frontal airbag ON and OFF

indicators ......................................................... 172

CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction

indicator light................................................... 173

Coolant temperature low indicator light/

Coolant temperature high warning light ............ 174

Charge warning light .......................................... 175
Oil pressure warning light .................................. 175
Engine low oil level warning light ....................... 175
Windshield washer fluid warning light ................ 175
AT OIL TEMP warning light ................................. 175
Rear differential oil temperature warning light

(if equipped)..................................................... 176

Low tire pressure warning light (U.S.-spec.

models)............................................................ 176

ABS warning light .............................................. 177
Brake system warning light (red) ........................ 178
Electronic parking brake light............................. 179
Auto Vehicle Hold ON indicator light .................. 180
Auto Vehicle Hold operation indicator light ......... 181
Depress brake indicator light (if equipped) ......... 181
Low fuel warning light........................................ 181
Door open warning light..................................... 181
Engine hood open warning light ......................... 181
All-Wheel Drive warning light ............................. 181
Power steering warning light .............................. 182
Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light/Vehicle

Dynamics Control operation indicator light ....... 182

Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator light ..... 183
Warning chimes and warning indicator of

the keyless access with push-button start
system (if equipped)......................................... 184

Security indicator light ....................................... 188
SI-DRIVE indicator light ...................................... 189

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Select lever/gear position indicator ..................... 189
Turn signal indicator lights ................................. 190
High beam indicator light.................................... 190
High beam assist indicator light (if equipped) ..... 190
Cruise control indicator light (if equipped) .......... 190
Cruise control set indicator light (if equipped)..... 191
Automatic headlight beam leveler warning

light.................................................................. 191

LED headlight warning light ................................ 191
Steering Responsive Headlight warning light/

Steering Responsive Headlight OFF indicator
light.................................................................. 191

Front fog light indicator light (if equipped) .......... 191
Headlight indicator light (if equipped) ................. 191
Auto Start Stop warning light/Auto Start Stop

OFF indicator light (yellow) ............................... 191

Auto Start Stop indicator light (green)................. 192
Auto Start Stop No Activity Detected indicator

light.................................................................. 192

X-MODE indicator light (if equipped) ................... 192
Hill descent control indicator light

(if equipped) ..................................................... 193

BSD/RCTA warning light (if equipped) ................. 193
BSD/RCTA OFF indicator light (if equipped) ........ 193
RAB warning light (if equipped) .......................... 193
RAB OFF indicator light (if equipped).................. 193
Driver Monitoring System operation indicator

light (green)/Driver Monitoring System
warning light (yellow) (if equipped) ................... 193

Driver Monitoring System OFF indicator light

(if equipped) ..................................................... 193

Driver Monitoring System temporary stop

indicator light (if equipped) .............................. 194

Icy road surface warning light (if equipped) ........ 194

3-7. Combination meter display (color LCD)

(if equipped) ..................................................194

Basic operation.................................................. 195
Welcome screen (opening animation) and

Good-bye (ending animation) screen ................ 196

Warning screen .................................................. 196
Telltale screen.................................................... 197
Basic screens .................................................... 198
Menu screens .................................................... 200

3-8. Multi-function display (black and white) .......202

Driving information display ................................ 202
Outside temperature indicator ............................ 207
X-MODE indicator (if equipped) .......................... 208
Clock ................................................................. 208

3-9. Multi-function display (color LCD) .................208

Features ............................................................ 209
Welcome screen................................................. 209
Self-check screen............................................... 209
Interruption screen............................................. 210
Basic operation.................................................. 210
Basic screens .................................................... 211
Setting screen.................................................... 218
How to get the source code using the open

source ............................................................. 232

3-10. Clock ..............................................................233

Setting the clock manually ................................. 233
Setting the clock automatically........................... 234
Regulatory information....................................... 235

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3-11. Light control switch...................................... 235

Precautions and tips........................................... 235
Headlights .......................................................... 236
High/low beam change (dimmer) ......................... 238
Headlight flasher ................................................ 238
High beam assist function (if equipped) .............. 239
Daytime running light system ............................. 242

3-12. Steering Responsive Headlight (SRH) ........ 242
3-13. Headlight beam leveler................................. 243
3-14. Fog light switch (if equipped)...................... 243
3-15. Turn signal lever ........................................... 244

One-touch lane changer...................................... 245

3-16. Wiper and washer..........................................245

Windshield wiper and washer switches .............. 246
Rear window wiper and washer switch ............... 248

3-17. Mirrors ............................................................249

Inside mirror ...................................................... 249
Auto-dimming mirror/compass with HomeLink

(if equipped)..................................................... 249

Outside mirrors.................................................. 257

3-18. Defogger and deicer (if equipped) ...............259
3-19. Tilt/telescopic steering wheel.......................261

Heated Steering Wheel system (if equipped) ....... 261

3-20. Horn................................................................262

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3-1. Ignition switch (models
without “keyless access with
push-button start system”)

WARNING

Never turn the ignition switch to

the “LOCK” position while the
vehicle is being driven or towed
because that will lock the steer-
ing wheel, preventing steering
control. And when the engine is
turned off, it takes a much greater
effort than usual to steer.

Before leaving the vehicle, al-

ways remove the key from the
ignition switch for safety and
never allow an unattended child
to remain in the vehicle. Failure to
follow this procedure could re-
sult in injury to a child or others.
Children could operate the power
windows, the moonroof or other
controls or even make the vehicle
move.

CAUTION

Do not attach a large key holder or
key case to either key. If it banged
against your knees or hands while
you are driving, it could turn the
ignition switch from the “ON” posi-
tion to the “ACC” or “LOCK” posi-
tion, thereby stopping the engine.
Also, if the key is attached to a key
holder or to a large bunch of other
keys, centrifugal force may act on it
as the vehicle moves, resulting in
unwanted turning of the ignition
switch.

The ignition switch has four positions:
LOCK, ACC, ON and START.

NOTE

Keep the ignition switch in the

“LOCK” position when the engine is
not running.

Using electrical accessories for a

long time with the ignition switch in the
“ON” or “ACC” position can cause the
battery to go dead.

If the ignition switch will not move

from the “LOCK” position to the “ACC”
position, turn the steering wheel
slightly to the left and right as you turn
the ignition switch.

Key positions

Position

Description

LOCK

The key can only be inserted
or removed in this position.
The ignition switch will lock
the steering wheel when you
remove the key.

ACC

In this position the electrical
accessories (audio, acces-
sory power outlet, etc.) can be
used.

This is the normal operating
position after starting the en-
gine.

START

The engine is started in this
position.

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CAUTION

Do not turn the ignition switch to the
“START” position while the engine
is running.

NOTE

To turn the key from the “ACC” to

“LOCK” position, the select lever must
be in the “P” position and the key must
be pushed in and turned.

If your registered key fails to start

the engine, pull out the key once (the
security indicator light will blink), and
then insert the key again and turn it to
the “START” position again to restart
the engine.

The engine may not start in the

following cases:

– The key grip is touching another
key or a metallic key holder.

– The key is near another key that
contains an immobilizer transpon-

der.
– The key is near or touching
another transmitter.

Key reminder chime

The reminder chime sounds when the
driver’s door is opened and the ignition
switch is in the “LOCK” or “ACC” position.

The chime stops under the following
conditions.

The ignition switch is turned to the “ON”

position.

The key is removed from the ignition

switch.

The driver’s door is closed.

Ignition switch light

For easy access to the ignition switch in
the dark, the ignition switch light illumi-
nates when the driver’s door is opened or
when the driver’s door is unlocked using
the remote keyless entry transmitter.

The light remains illuminated for several
tens of seconds and then gradually turns
off under the following conditions.

The driver’s door is closed.

The doors are unlocked using the

remote keyless entry transmitter.

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The light turns off immediately under the
following conditions.

The ignition switch is turned to the “ON”

position.

All doors and the rear gate are locked

using the remote keyless entry transmitter.

3-2. Push-button ignition
switch (models with “keyless
access with push-button start
system”)

Safety precautions

Refer to “Safety precautions”

P114.

Operating range for push-
button start system

Antennas

Operating range

NOTE

If the access key fob is not detected

within the operating range of the anten-
nas inside the vehicle, the push-button
ignition switch and the engine start

cannot be operated.

Even when the access key fob is

outside the vehicle, if it is placed too
close to the glass, it may be possible to
switch the power or to start the engine.

Do not leave the access key fob in

the following places. It may become
impossible to operate the push-button
ignition switch and the engine start. It
may also cause a false warning to issue
although no malfunction actually oc-
curs, or not to issue a warning when
any malfunction occurs.

– On the instrument panel
– On the floor
– Inside the glove box
– Inside the door trim pocket
– On the rear seat
– In the cargo area

When operating the push-button

ignition switch or starting the engine,
if the access key fob battery is dis-
charged, perform the procedure de-
scribed in “Access key fob – if access
key fob does not operate properly”

P451. In such a case, replace the

battery immediately. Refer to “Repla-
cing battery of access key fob”

P508.

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Switching power status

Operation indicator

Push-button ignition switch

The power is switched every time the
push-button ignition switch is pressed.
1. Carry the access key fob, and sit in the
driver’s seat.
2. Shift the select lever into the “P”/“N”
position.
3. Press the push-button ignition switch
without depressing the brake pedal. Every
time the button is pressed, the power is
switched in the sequence of “OFF”, “ACC”,
“ON” and “OFF”. When the engine is
stopped and the push-button ignition
switch is in “ACC” or “ON”, the operation
indicator on the push-button ignition switch
illuminates in orange.

Power

status

Indicator color

Operation

OFF

Turned off

Power is turned

off.

ACC

Orange

The following

systems can be

used:

audio and ac-

cessory power

outlet.

Orange

(while engine is

stopped)

All electrical

systems can be

used.

Turned off

(while engine is

running)

CAUTION

When the push-button ignition

switch is left in “ON” (while the
engine is not running) or “ACC”
for a long time, it may result in
vehicle battery discharge.

Do not spill drinks or other liquids

on the push-button ignition
switch. It may cause a malfunc-
tion.

Do not touch the push-button

ignition switch with a hand soiled
with oil or other contaminants. It
may cause a malfunction.

If the push-button ignition switch

does not operate smoothly, stop
the operation. Contact a SUBARU
dealer immediately.

If the push-button ignition switch

does not illuminate even when
the instrument panel illumination
is turned on, have the vehicle
inspected at a SUBARU dealer.

If the vehicle was left in the hot

sun for a long time, the surface of
the push-button ignition switch
may get hot. Be careful not to
burn yourself.

NOTE

When operating the push-button

ignition switch, firmly press it all the
way.

If the push-button ignition switch is

pressed quickly, the power may not
turn on or off.

If the indicator light on the push-

button ignition switch flashes in green
when the push-button ignition switch is
pressed, steering is locked. When this
occurs, press the push-button ignition
switch while turning the steering wheel
left and right.

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Battery drainage prevention func-
tion

The push-button ignition switch automati-
cally switches to the “OFF” position to
prevent the battery from going dead under
either of the following conditions:

The push-button ignition switch is left in

the “ACC” position for about 20 minutes
when the select lever is in the “P” position.

The push-button ignition switch is left in

the “ON” position for about 1 hour when
the select lever is in the “P” position.

When access key fob does
not operate properly

Refer to “Access key fob – if access key
fob does not operate properly”

P451.

3-3. Hazard warning flasher

The hazard warning flasher is used to warn
other drivers when you have to park your
vehicle under emergency conditions. The
hazard warning flasher works regardless
of the position of the ignition switch.

To turn on the hazard warning flasher,
push the hazard warning flasher switch on
the instrument panel. All the turn signal
lights and the turn signal indicator lights
will flash. To turn off the flasher, push the
switch again.

NOTE

When the hazard warning flasher is on,
the turn signals do not work.

3-4. Meters and gauges

NOTE

Some of the meters and gauges on the
combination meter use liquid-crystal
displays. You will find their indications
hard to see if you wear polarized
glasses.

Speedometer

The speedometer shows the vehicle
speed.

Tachometer

The tachometer shows the engine speed
in thousands of revolutions per minute.

CAUTION

Do not operate the engine with the
pointer of the tachometer in the red
zone. In this range, fuel injection will
be cut by the engine control module
to protect the engine from overrev-
ving. The engine will resume run-
ning normally after the engine speed
is reduced below the red zone.

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Odometer

TRIP RESET switch

Type A combination meter

Type B combination meter

This meter displays the odometer when
the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.
The odometer shows the total distance
that the vehicle has been driven.

NOTE

If you press the TRIP RESET switch
when the ignition switch is in the
“LOCK”/“OFF” or “ACC” position, the
odometer/trip meter will light up.
The indicators will turn off when:

The TRIP RESET switch is not oper-

ated for approximately 10 seconds.

The driver’s door is opened and then

closed.

Double trip meter

TRIP RESET switch

Type A combination meter

Type B combination meter

This meter displays the two trip meters
when the ignition switch is in the “ON”
position.
The trip meter shows the distance that the
vehicle has been driven since you last set
it to zero.

The display can be switched as shown in
the following sequence by pressing the
TRIP RESET switch.

To set the trip meter to zero, select the A
trip or B trip meter by pressing the TRIP
RESET switch and keep the knob pressed
for more than 2 seconds.

CAUTION

To ensure safety, do not attempt to
change the function of the indicator
during driving, as an accident could
result.

NOTE

If the connection between the com-

bination meter and battery is broken for
any reason such as vehicle mainte-
nance or fuse replacement, the data
recorded on the trip meter will be lost.

If you press the TRIP RESET switch

when the ignition switch is in the
“LOCK”/“OFF” or “ACC” position, the
odometer/trip meter will light up. It is
possible to switch between the A trip
meter and B trip meter indications while
the odometer/trip meter is lit up.
In addition, it is possible to reset the trip
meter by pressing and holding the TRIP

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controls

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RESET switch.
The indicators will turn off when:

– The TRIP RESET switch is not
operated for approximately 10 sec-
onds.
– The driver’s door is opened and
then closed.

Fuel gauge

TRIP RESET switch

Type A combination meter

Type B combination meter

The fuel gauge is displayed when the
ignition is in the “ON” position, and it shows
the approximate amount of fuel remaining
in the tank.

The gauge indication may change slightly
during braking, turning or acceleration due

to fuel level movement in the tank.

NOTE

You will see the “

” sign in the fuel

gauge. This indicates that the fuel filler
lid is located on the right side of the
vehicle.

If you press the TRIP RESET switch

while the ignition switch is in the
“LOCK”/“OFF” or “ACC” position, the
fuel gauge will light up and indicate the
amount of fuel remaining in the tank.
The indicators will turn off when:

– The TRIP RESET switch is not
operated for approximately 10 sec-
onds.
– The driver’s door is opened and
then closed.

ECO gauge (if equipped)

The ECO gauge shows the difference
between the current rate of fuel consump-
tion and the average rate of fuel consump-
tion 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 effi-
ciency.

After resetting the trip meter, the

average rate of fuel consumption is not
shown until you have driven for 1 mile
(or 1 km). Before that time, the ECO
gauge does not operate.

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