Subaru Forester: Combination meter illumination - Meters and gauges - Keys and doors - Subaru Forester Owner's ManualSubaru Forester: Combination meter illumination

When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the various parts of the combination meter are illuminated in the following sequence:
1. Warning lights, indicator lights, meter needles, gauge needles, odometer and trip meter back light illuminate.

2. Meters and gauges each show MAX position.

3. Meters and gauges each show MIN position.

4. Dials and indicators in meters and gauges light up.

5. Regular illumination (for driving) begins.

    Meters and gauges
    NOTE Liquid-crystal displays are used in some of the meters and gauges on the combination meter. You will find their indications hard to see if you wear polarized glasses. ...

    Canceling the function for meter/gauge needle movement upon turning on the ignition switch
    Type A Type B It is possible to activate or deactivate the movement of the meter needles and gauge needles that takes place when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. ...

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