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deiced completely before that time, press
the control switch to turn them off.
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If the windshield is covered with
snow, remove the snow so that the
windshield wiper deicer works effec-
tively.
While the defogger and deicer sys-
tem is in the continuous operation
mode:
– If the vehicle speed remains at 9
mph (15 km/h) or lower for 15
minutes, the windshield wiper
deicer system automatically
stops operating. However, the
rear window defogger system
and outside mirror defogger sys-
tem maintain continuous opera-
tion in this condition.
– If the vehicle battery voltage
drops below the permissible le-
vel, continuous operation of the
defogger system and deicer sys-
tem is canceled and the system
stops operating.
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wheel
It is possible for the defogger and deicer
system to be set to continuous operation
mode by a SUBARU dealer. Consult your
SUBARU dealer for details. Also, it is
possible to set the defogger and deicer
system for the continuous operation mode.
For details, refer to “Vehicle Setting”
�P199.
WARNING
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Do not adjust the steering wheel
tilt/telescopic position while driv-
ing. This may cause loss of
vehicle control and result in per-
sonal injury.
If the lever cannot be raised to the
fixed position, adjust the steering
wheel again. It is dangerous to
drive without locking the steering
wheel. This may cause loss of
vehicle control and result in per-
sonal injury.
CAUTION
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To prevent the battery from being
discharged, do not operate the
defogger and deicer system con-
tinuously for any longer than
necessary.
Do not use sharp instruments or
window cleaner containing abra-
sives to clean the inner surface of
the rear window. They may da-
mage the conductors printed on
the window.
NOTE
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Turn on the defogger and deicer
system if the wipers are frozen to
the windshield.
– CONTINUED –
Tilt/telescopic steering wheel
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& Heated Steering Wheel sys-
CAUTION
tem (if equipped)
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Use the Heated Steering Wheel
system with the engine running.
Otherwise, the battery voltage
may drop below the permissible
level and it may not be possible to
start the engine.
The Heated Steering Wheel system
warms the steering wheel at a constant
temperature.
There is a possibility that people
with delicate skin may suffer
slight burns even at low tempera-
tures if they use the Heated
Steering Wheel for a long period
of time. When using the Heated
Steering Wheel, always be sure to
warn the persons concerned.
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2
3
Tilt adjustment
Telescopic adjustment
Tilt/telescopic lock lever
1. Adjust the seat position. Refer to
“Seats” �P30.
2. Pull the tilt/telescopic lock lever down.
3. Move the steering wheel to the desired
level.
4. Pull the lever up to lock the steering
wheel in place.
5. Make sure that the steering wheel is
securely locked by moving it up and
down, and forward and backward.
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Do not cover the Heated Steering
Wheel with an object such as a
steering wheel cover. Doing so
may cause the Heated Steering
Wheel to overheat.
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2
3
Heated Steering Wheel switch
Indicator light
Heated area
Do not spill liquid on the steering
wheel. If liquid is spilled, wipe it
off immediately and dry it before
using the Heated Steering Wheel
system.
To turn on the Heated Steering Wheel
system, pull the Heated Steering Wheel
switch when the ignition switch is in the
“ON” or “ACC” position. Then the steering
wheel will be warmed and the indicator
light on the switch will illuminate. To turn off
the Heated Steering Wheel system, pull
the switch again. Then the indicator light
will turn off.
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NOTE
3-20. Horn
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If the surface temperature of the
steering wheel is approximately
above 1048F (408C) when the switch
is turned on, the system will not heat
the steering wheel. Then, the indica-
tor light will continue to illuminate.
The Heated Steering Wheel system
will automatically turn off approxi-
mately 30 minutes after the system
has been turned on.
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The temperature of the Heated Steer-
ing Wheel system cannot be ad-
justed.
To sound the horn, push the horn pad.
