Subaru Forester: Checking air conditioning system before summer season - Operating tips for heater and air conditioner - Climate control - Subaru Forester Owner's ManualSubaru Forester: Checking air conditioning system before summer season

Check the air conditioner unit for refrigerant leaks, hose conditions, and proper operation each spring. Have the air conditioning system checked by your SUBARU dealer.

    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. ...

    Cooling and dehumidifying in high humidity and low temperature 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 ...

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    If steam is coming from the engine compartment
    Turn off the engine and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. ...

    Vehicle position error
    Under certain conditions it is possible for the vehicle position shown on screen to be incorrect. This may happen when: - Driving on a spiral ramp in a building. - Driving on or beneath elevated r ...

    FCC Regulatory information
    - CAUTION: To maintain compliance with FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, use only the supplied antenna. Unauthorized antenna, modification, or attachments could damage the transmitter and may vi ...