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Subaru Outback (2023 year). Manual in english - page 16

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How to select items on the screen

ON/OFF setting

Example

Touch the changing menu and select ON

or OFF

Selecting

Example

Touch the preferred setting.

How to set items on the screen

Brightness/Contrast

Set and adjust the brightness and contrast
of the center information display.

NOTE

“Brightness” can only be adjusted
when “Brightness Dial” is off. Refer to
“General settings”

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1. Touch

(HOME).

(Settings)

“General”

“Display”

“Brightness/Contrast”

6. Drag

to adjust the brightness and

contrast.

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Touch “Default” to revert to the factory
setting.

Birthday List

If a birthday or anniversary is approaching,
a message will be displayed when the
ignition switch is turned to the “ON”
position. This function can be set to on or
off by the “Reminder Screen”. For details,
refer to “General settings”

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1. Touch

(HOME).

(Settings)

“General”

“Birthday List”

“Add”

6. Enter the name.
7.

“Next”

8. Enter the date.
9.

“OK”

NOTE

A maximum of 5 birthdays can be
stored.

Anniversary List

The procedure for setting an anniversary is
the same as “Birthday List”

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that in step 4 “Anniversary List” is selected.

Driving Statistics

Steering angle

Vehicle posture

Running condition

This screen displays the driving status of
the vehicle and the operation status of the
functions. For functions that are operating,
the indicator will illuminate or flash.

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NOTE

The vehicle posture indication may

differ from the actual vehicle posture.

F o r O u t b a c k / S u b a r u O u t b a c k

Wilderness, when X-MODE has been
turned on, the screen of the center
information display will be changed to
the X-MODE screen.

The vehicle posture angle varies not

only due to the angle of the road
surface, but also due to the vehicle tilt
caused by the occupants, cargo, and
acceleration or deceleration.

Maintenance

Maintenance reminders can be set.

Engine Oil setting:

1. Touch

(Maintenance).

(Engine Oil)

3. Select “Notification Date” or “Notifica-
tion Distance” of the reminder.
4.

“Set”

Oil Filter setting:

The setting procedure is the same as
“Engine Oil” setting, but touch the “Oil
Filter” item in step 2.

Tires setting:

The setting procedure is the same as
“Engine Oil” setting, but touch the “Tires”
item in step 2.

Maintenance Schedule setting:

The setting procedure is the same as
“Engine Oil” setting, but touch the “Main-
tenance Schedule” item in step 2.

NOTE

Touch “Reset” to reset each setting.

Touch “Update” to revert to the

default value.

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3-9. Clock

For models with a genuine SUBARU
navigation and/or audio system, the clock
can be adjusted using either auto mode or
manual mode.

Setting the Clock Manually

Dual 7.0-inch display models

1. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON”
position.

2. Press

(HOME).

3. Touch

(Settings).

“General”

“Clock”

“Time Setting”

“Manual”

“OK”

NOTE

The clock setting screen can also be
displayed by touching the clock on the
status bar.

11.6-inch display models

1. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON”
position.

2. Touch

(HOME).

(Settings)

“General”

“Clock”

“Time Setting”

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“Manual”

“OK”

NOTE

The clock setting screen can also be
displayed by touching the clock on the
status bar.

Setting the Clock Automati-
cally

Dual 7.0-inch display models

1. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON”
position.

2. Press

(HOME).

3. Touch

(Settings).

“General”

“Clock”

“Time Setting”

“Sync With Phone”

The clock will be set and adjusted auto-
matically when a smartphone is connected
via Bluetooth

for transferring phonebook

data.
1. Register the smartphone to the audio
system. For details, refer to “Bluetooth
SETTINGS” in the supplemental Owner’s
Manual for the audio/navigation system.
2. Transfer phonebook data to the sys-
tem. For details, refer to “Bluetooth SET-
TINGS” in the supplemental Owner’s
Manual for the audio/navigation system.
The clock will be adjusted automatically.

NOTE

Depending on the model of smart-
phone, the settings of the connected

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smartphone may need to be changed.
(ex: For iOS or other models, notifica-
tion settings may need to be activated.)
For details, check the instructions on
connecting smartphones.

11.6-inch display models

1. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON”
position.

2. Touch

(HOME).

(Settings)

“General”

“Clock”

“Time Setting”

7. Models with navigation system:

“AUTO”

Models with SUBARU STARLINK Safety
and Security without navigation system:

“AUTO”

Models without SUBARU STARLINK
Safety and Security or navigation system:

“Sync With Phone”

Models with navigation system

The clock will be set automatically where a
GPS signal is available.

Models with SUBARU STARLINK
Safety and Security without na-
vigation system

The clock will be set automatically where a
DCM (Data Communication Module in
vehicle cellular connection) signal is avail-
able.

M o d e l s w i t h o u t S U B A R U
STARLINK Safety and Security
or navigation system

The clock will be set and adjusted auto-
matically when a smartphone is connected
via Bluetooth

for transferring phonebook

TINGS” in the supplemental Owner’s
Manual for the audio/navigation system.
The clock will be adjusted automatically.

NOTE

Depending on the model of smart-
phone, the settings of the connected
smartphone may need to be changed.
(ex: For iOS or other models, notifica-
tion settings may need to be activated.)
For details, check the instructions on
connecting smartphones.

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3-10. Valet Mode

When leaving your vehicle with a valet
service, such as at a hotel or restaurant,
you can set the valet mode, which disables
the navigation, audio, and vehicle setting
functions. The display cannot be operated,
preventing the leakage of personal infor-
mation. The valet mode is designed to help
prevent personal information leaks.

Activation of Valet Mode

11.6-inch display models

Dual 7.0-inch display models

1. Touch “Valet Mode”.

11.6-inch display models

Dual 7.0-inch display models

2. Enter the passcode.
3. Touch “OK”.

Deactivation of Valet Mode

11.6-inch display models

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Dual 7.0-inch display models

1. Touch “Valet Mode” or select OFF
(11.6-inch display models).
Touch “Deactivate” (dual 7.0-inch display
models).
2. Enter the passcode.
3. Touch “OK”.

NOTE

If you enter the passcode incorrectly
three times in a row when setting or
canceling valet mode, a message
prompting you to contact a SUBARU
dealer will be displayed, but it is still
possible to enter the passcode even
after the fourth attempt.
If you have forgotten your passcode,
consult your SUBARU dealer.

3-11. Light Control Switch

CAUTION

Use of any lights for a long period

of time while the engine is not
running can cause the battery to
discharge.

Before leaving the vehicle, make

sure that the light control switch
is turned to the off position. If the
vehicle is left unattended for a
long time with the light control
switch set to a position other
than the off position, the battery
may be discharged.

Models with “keyless access with
push-button start system”:

The light control switch operates when the
push-button ignition switch is in the “ACC”
or “ON” position.
Regardless of the position of the light
control switch, the illuminated lights are
turned off when the push-button ignition
switch is turned off.

Models without “keyless access with
push-button start system”:

The light control switch operates when the
key is inserted in the ignition switch.

Regardless of the position of the light
control switch, the illuminated lights are
turned off when the key is removed from
the ignition switch.

NOTE

The light control switch can be oper-
ated (except auto on/off headlights),
even under the following conditions.

When the push-button ignition

switch is turned off (models with “key-
less access with push-button start
system”)

When the key is not inserted into the

ignition switch (models without “key-
less access with push-button start
system”)

If the driver’s door is opened while the
headlights are illuminated under such
conditions, a chirp sound will inform
the driver that the lights are illuminated.

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Headlights

Except for Canada models

For Canada models

To turn on the headlights, turn the knob on
the end of the light control switch.

“ ” position (except for Canada mod-
els):

The headlights are all off.

“OFF” position (for Canada models):

The headlights are all off.*

*1: When the light switch is switched to the

“OFF” position while the vehicle is stopped,
the lights turn off. Then the light switch will
automatically return to the “AUTO” position.

*2: The headlights will automatically change to

the AUTO mode when the following condi-
tions are met:

The engine is running.

The parking brake is fully released.

The select lever is in a position other than the

“P” position.

“

” position:

Instrument panel illumination, headlights,
parking lights, front side marker lights, rear
side marker lights, tail lights and license
plate lights are on.

“

” position:

Instrument panel illumination, parking
lights, front side marker lights, rear side
marker lights, tail lights and license plate
lights are on.

“

” position: Auto on/off headlights

When the ignition switch is in the “ON”

position, the instrument panel illumination,
headlights, parking lights, front side mar-
ker lights, rear side marker lights, tail lights
and license plate lights are

automatically

on or off

depending on the level of the

ambient light.

NOTE

If the light control switch is in the

“AUTO” position and the headlights do
not turn on when it becomes dark
outside, turn the light switch to the
“

” position. If this happens, have

your vehicle inspected by your
SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.

The light sensitivity of the auto on/

off headlights can be changed by
operating the center information dis-
play. For details, refer to “Car settings”

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“Vehicle setting icons”

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7.0-inch display models). Also, the
setting can be changed by a SUBARU
dealer. Consult your SUBARU dealer
for details.

Auto-on/off wiper-linked headlights

While the light control switch is in the
“AUTO” position, the headlights will auto-
matically turn on when the windshield
wipers operate several times. The head-
lights will automatically turn off approxi-
mately 1 minute after the wiper stops.

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The ON/OFF setting of this function can be
changed by operating the center informa-
tion display. For details, refer to “Car
settings”

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els) or “Vehicle setting icons”

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7.0-inch display models). Also, the setting
can be changed by a SUBARU dealer.
Consult your SUBARU dealer for details.

Welcome lighting function

The welcome lighting function turns on the
low beam headlight for smooth approach-
ing to or exiting from the vehicle at night or
in a dark place.

The function is activated while all of the
following conditions are met.

The light control switch is in the “AUTO”

position.

It is dark enough to turn on the auto on/

off headlights.

NOTE

If the engine is turned off after turning
off the light switch, the welcome light-
ing function may not operate (for
Canada models).

When approaching

While the welcome lighting function is
activated, the low beam headlights will
automatically illuminate when unlocking
the doors (for Outback/Subaru Outback

Wilderness, including the rear gate) by
using the remote keyless entry system.

The low beam headlights will remain
illuminated for 30 seconds*

and then turn

off. However, if any of the following
operations is done, the low beam head-
lights will turn off.

The doors are locked.

The light control switch is turned to a

position other than “AUTO”.

The ignition switch is turned to the “ON”

position.

When exiting

While the welcome lighting function is
activated, the low beam headlights will
remain illuminated even when either of the
following operation is done.

The push-button ignition switch is

turned to the “OFF” status (models with
“keyless access with push-button start
system”).

The key is pulled out from the ignition

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

The low beam headlights will turn off under
any of the following conditions.

3 minutes have passed since the low

beam headlights were illuminated by the
welcome lighting function.

30 seconds have passed since the door

is opened and closed.*

The light control switch is turned to a

position other than “AUTO”.

The locking procedure is performed

twice. When performing the unlocking
procedure after performing the locking
procedure, perform the locking procedure
twice again.

*1: The setting for the period of time in which the

low beam headlights remain on by the
welcome lighting function can be changed
by a SUBARU dealer. Contact your
SUBARU dealer for details. Also, you can
change the setting by operating the center
information display. For details, refer to “Car
settings”

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or “Vehicle setting icons”

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inch display models).

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Sensor for the auto on/off head-
lights

The sensor is on the instrument panel as
shown in the illustration.

CAUTION

If any object is placed on or near the
sensor, the sensor may not detect
the level of the ambient light cor-
rectly and the auto on/off headlights
may not operate properly.

High/Low Beam Change
(Dimmer)

High beam

Low beam

While the light control switch is in the “

”

or “

” position in a dark place, the

headlights will turn on.
When the headlights are on high beam, the
high beam indicator light “

” on the

combination meter is also on.

NOTE

While the light control switch is in the
“

” position and the lever is the high

beam position, the high beam assist
function will be on standby.

Headlight Flasher

CAUTION

Do not hold the lever in the flashing
position for more than just a few
seconds.

To flash the headlights, pull the lever
toward you and then release it. The high
beam will stay on for as long as you hold
the lever. The headlight flasher works even
though the lighting switch is in the off
position.

When the headlights are on high beam, the
high beam indicator light “

” on the

combination meter also illuminates.

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High Beam Assist Function

NOTE

The high beam assist function uti-

lizes the stereo camera installed at the
position of the front map lights.

For details on how to handle the

stereo camera, refer to the Owner’s
Manual supplement for the EyeSight
system.

The high beam assist function automati-
cally changes the headlight from high
beam to low beam (or vice versa).

When all of the following conditions are
met, the headlight will change to high
beam.

When the vehicle speed increases to or

above 20 mph (32 km/h).

There is no preceding or oncoming

vehicle.

The forward area of the vehicle is dark.

The road does not have a sharp curve.

When any of the following conditions are
met, the headlight will change to low beam.

When the vehicle speed decreases to

or below 10 mph (16 km/h).

When the forward area of the vehicle is

bright.

When there is a preceding or oncoming

vehicle.

When the EyeSight system is malfunc-

tioning or is temporarily stopped.

NOTE

Do not overestimate the capacity of

the high beam assist function. The
driver always has the responsibility to
understand the surrounding situation,
to drive safely, and to change the
headlight mode manually if necessary.

The factory setting (default setting)

for this function is set as “operational”.
This setting can be changed to OFF
(non-operation) at SUBARU dealers.
For more details, contact a SUBARU
dealer.

How to use the high beam assist
function

The high beam assist function will be
activated when all the following conditions
are met.

The light control switch is in the “AUTO”

position and the low beam headlights are
on automatically.

The turn signal lever is pushed forward.

High beam assist indicator

When the high beam assist function is
activated, the high beam assist indicator
on the combination meter will illuminate.

NOTE

If the high beam assist function is
malfunctioning or is temporarily
stopped, the headlight will be fixed at
low beam.

How to temporarily lower the sensi-
tivity of the high beam assist func-
tion

The sensitivity of the high beam assist
function can be lowered by using the
following operations.
1. Before turning the ignition switch to the
“ON” position, set the light control switch to

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the “AUTO” position and push the signal
lever forward (high beam position).
2. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON”
position and within approximately 15 sec-
onds, press the “

” (following distance

setting) switch more than 10 times con-
secutively.

When the sensitivity of the high beam
assist function is lowered, the high beam
assist indicator light “

” on the combina-

tion meter display (color LCD) will flash.

NOTE

The sensitivity of the high beam

assist function cannot be lowered in
the following conditions.

– Cruise control indicator is illumi-
nated.
– The EyeSight warning indicator
(yellow) is illuminated.

The sensitivity of the high beam

assist function returns to normal level
the next time the ignition switch is
turned to the “LOCK”/“OFF” position
and the engine is restarted.

How to change the headlight mode
manually

Change to the low beam:

When you return the turn signal lever to the
center position, the high beam assist

function will turn off and the high beam
assist indicator will turn off.

Change to the high beam:

When you turn the light control switch to
the “

” position, the headlight mode will

be changed to the high beam.
At this time, the high beam assist function
will turn off, the high beam assist indicator
will turn off and the high beam indicator
light will turn on.

NOTE

After manually changing the head-

light mode to the high beam, if you turn
on the high beam assist function,
return the light control switch to the
“AUTO” position.

When manually changing the head-

light mode to the high beam, if you turn
the light control switch to the “

”

position, the parking lights, front side
marker lights, rear side marker lights,
tail lights and license plate lights will
turn on.

Tips for the high beam assist sys-
tem

The high beam assist function recog-

nizes the condition surrounding the vehicle
based on the brightness of illumination
ahead of your vehicle, etc. Therefore, the
headlight mode may switch in some

situations that do not match to the driver’s
sense.

A bicycle or cargo cycle may not be

detected.

Under the following situations, the

brightness of ambient illumination may
not be detected correctly and the high
beam assist function may not work prop-
erly. As a result, the glare of the high beam
may disturb the oncoming vehicle or
vehicle ahead. Also, the low beam mode
may continue although there are no
oncoming vehicles and vehicles ahead.
In the such cases, change the headlight
mode manually.

– In bad weather (fog, snow, sand
storm, heavy rain, etc.).
– When the windshield glass is dirty or
fogged.
– When the windshield is cracked or
damaged.
– If there are lights similar to the
headlights or the tail lights in the
surrounding area.
– When an oncoming vehicle or ve-
hicle ahead is driven without its head-
lights and tail lights on.
– If the headlights of an oncoming
vehicle or the tail lights of a vehicle
ahead are dirty or discolored, or if the
light beams are not aimed correctly.
– When a rapid change of brightness

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continues while driving.
– When driving on a road with many
ups and downs or uneven surfaces.
– When driving on a road with many
curves.
– When there are some objects that
reflect light strongly, such as a road
sign or a mirror in vehicle ahead.
– When the rear part of the vehicle
ahead, such as a container, reflects
light strongly.
– When the headlights of your vehicle
are damaged or dirty.
– When your vehicle is tilted, such as
in case the vehicle has a flat tire or is
being towed.
– When the stereo camera is de-
formed or the stereo camera lenses
are dirty.
– Immediately after the engine has
started.

In the following conditions, the head-

light mode will not be automatically chan-
ged from the high beam to the low beam.

– When your vehicle passes an on-
coming vehicle suddenly in a blind
curve.
– When another vehicle passes in
front of your vehicle.
– When an oncoming vehicle or ve-
hicle ahead comes in and out of view
because of continuous curves, median

strips, roadside trees, etc.

If the stereo camera detects the light of

the front fog lights of an oncoming vehicle,
the headlight mode may change from the
high beam to the low beam automatically.

The headlight mode may change from

the high beam to the low beam, or the low
beam mode may continue, when affected
by a street light, traffic signal, illumination
of an advertisement board, or a reflective
object such as a road sign and signboard.

The timing of the change of headlight

mode may differ due to the following
factors.

– Color or brightness of the headlights
of an oncoming vehicle or the tail lights
of a vehicle ahead.
– The headlights of the oncoming
vehicle or the tail lights of the vehicle
ahead are covered with mud, snow,
etc.
– Movement and direction of an on-
coming vehicle or a vehicle ahead.
– When the headlights of an oncom-
ing vehicle or the tail lights of a vehicle
ahead illuminate on only one side.
– When the oncoming vehicle or
vehicle ahead is a motorcycle.
– Conditions of a road (slope, curve,
road surface, etc.).
– Number of passengers and weight
of loaded cargo.

– Limitation of the detection ability of
the stereo camera.

Daytime Running Light Sys-
tem

WARNING

When the daytime running lights are
illuminated, the tail lights do not
illuminate. When it becomes dark
outside, turn the light switch to the
“

” position to illuminate the head-

lights and tail lights. This will im-
prove visibility and allow other dri-
vers to see your vehicle more easily.

The daytime running lights will automati-
cally illuminate when the following condi-
tions are fulfilled.

The engine is running.

The parking brake is fully released.

The light control switch is in the

“AUTO”, “

” or “ ” position (except for

Canada models).

The light control switch is in the

“AUTO”, “

” or “OFF” position (for

Canada models).

The select lever is in a position other

than the “P” position.

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NOTE

When the light switch is in the “

”

position, the instrument panel illumina-
tion, front side marker lights, tail lights
and license plate lights are also illumi-
nated.

3-12. Steering Responsive
Headlight (SRH)

The target area of illumination when SRH
is activated

The target area of illumination when SRH
is not activated

SRH is a function that automatically moves
the headlight beam to the left or right in
accordance with the steering angle and
vehicle speed. This function helps to
improve the visibility at night by illuminat-
ing the road ahead at corners and inter-
sections.
You can turn the SRH function on or off.
The settings can be changed by using the
center information display. For details,
refer to “Car settings”

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SRH OFF indicator light

The SRH OFF indicator light on the
combination meter display (color LCD)
turns off when SRH is turned on.
The SRH OFF indicator light on the
combination meter display (color LCD)
illuminates when SRH is turned off.

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SRH warning indicator

If SRH is malfunctioning, the SRH warning
indicator on the combination meter display
(color LCD) illuminates and a message
appears on the warning screen when the
ignition switch is in the “ON” position. It
indicates that SRH has been deactivated.
Contact a SUBARU dealer for an inspec-
tion.

NOTE

The SRH function operative/non-op-

erative status is kept when the engine is
turned off, even if the engine is re-
started.

When you turn the ignition switch to

the “ON” position, the SRH OFF indi-
cator light will illuminate and turn off
after several seconds.

SRH only activates when the vehicle

is traveling forward at the speed of
approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) or more.

3-13. Headlight Beam Leveler

The LED headlights produce more light
than conventional halogen headlights.
When the vehicle is carrying a heavy load
and the headlight beams are angled
upwards, the driver of an oncoming vehicle
may experience glare.
To prevent this, the automatic headlight
beam leveler adjusts the headlights to the
optimum height automatically depending
on the load the vehicle is carrying.

CAUTION

In certain circumstances, the head-
lights may become misaligned, and
the headlight beam leveler will not
reset them to the proper angle. This
may occur after transporting your
vehicle on a flat-bed truck, or if the
vehicle is parked and restarted on
different angles. In such cases, have
the headlight alignment checked by
a SUBARU dealer.

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