Subaru Outback (BR): Cargo area light (Outback)
1) DOOR
2) OFF
3) ON
The cargo area light switch has three positions.
DOOR: The light illuminates only when the rear gate is opened.
OFF: The light remains off.
ON: The light remains on continuously.
The automatically illuminated cargo area light remains on for several seconds and then gradually turns off after the rear gate is closed. While the light is on, if any of the following operations are performed, the cargo area light turns off immediately.
● The ignition switch is turned from the “LOCK” position to the “Acc” or “ON” position.
● The rear gate is locked using the remote keyless entry transmitter.
The setting of the period for which the lights remain on (OFF delay timer) can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact your SUBARU dealer for details.
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To block out glare, swing down the visors. To use the sun visor at a side window,
swing it down and move it sideways.
Sun visor extension plate
With the sun visor positioned over the side window, you can use the sun visor
extension plate to prevent glare through the gap between the sun visor and center
pillar. To use the extension plate
Vanity mirror with light
CAUTION
Keep the vanity mirror cover closed while the car is being driven to avoid being
blinded by glare.
To use the vanity mirror, swing down the sun visor and open the vanity mirror
cover.
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Continued driving with the AWD warning light flashing can lead to powertrain
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Driving on grades
● Before going down a steep hill, slow down and shift into lower gear (if necessary,
use 1st gear) in order to utilize the overheating of your vehicle’s brakes. Do not
make sudden downshifts.
● When driving uphill in hot weather, the air conditioner may turn off automatically
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