Subaru Forester: Ventilation - Heater operation - Manual climate control system (if equipped) - Climate control - Subaru Forester Owner's ManualSubaru Forester: Ventilation

Ventilation
Ventilation

To force outside air through the instrument panel outlets:
1. Set the air inlet selection button to the OFF position.

2. Set the airflow control dial to the “position.” position.

3. Set the temperature control dial all the way left.

4. Set the fan speed control dial to the desired speed.

When driving on a dusty road, set the air inlet selection button to the “ON” position.

Continued operation with the air

Continued operation with the air inlet selection button in the ON position may fog up the windows.

Switch to the OFF position as soon as the outside dusty condition clears.

    Bi-level heating
    Bi-level heating This setting allows you to direct air of different temperatures from the instrument panel and foot outlets. The air from the foot outlets is slightly warmer than from the ...

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