battery SUBARU FORESTER 2010 SH / 3.G Navigation Manual
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14 NavigationBefore Use■Points to note before useStarting the engine before using the systemThe navigation system can be used with the ignition key in either the 
ON position or the ACC position. To preserve the battery, however, it 
should be used with the engine running whenever possible. Using 
the system for a long time with the engine off can cause the battery 
to run down.
Delay before display of current positionThe system will not immediately display a correct indication of your 
vehicle's current position after being switched on for the first time or 
after the battery has been disconnected for a long time. It will display 
a correct current position indication as soon as it receives Global Posi-
tioning System (GPS) signals.
Program reloading after battery disconnectionThe navigation program will be erased from the system's memory if 
the battery is disconnected. If this happens, load the provided DVD-
ROM disc in the system's main unit and turn the ignition switch to 
the ON or ACC position. The system will automatically reload the pro-
gram and start operating normally again.
Incorrect operation on rough roadsThe system may operate incorrectly or be unable to read the data on 
the DVD-ROM disc when subjected to severe vibration caused by 
driving on rough roads.
Handling the GPS antennaDo not paint the antenna. Doing so could impair or prevent signal 
reception.Disabled switches
Some switches are disabled during operation of the system. These 
switches are displayed in fainter colors and no messages are dis-
played for them.
Risk of damage to the main unitBe mindful of the occupant compartment temperature. Using the 
system when the occupant compartment temperature is extremely 
high or low can damage it or cause it to malfunction. Also, note that 
the system's main unit can be damaged by strong vibration and by 
any metallic object or water that gets inside.
CondensationCondensation can form on the lens inside the main unit when there 
is a rapid change in occupant compartment temperature (for exam-
ple, when the heater is switched on in cold weather). Such condensa-
tion can cause the system to operate abnormally. If you wait an hour 
or so for the condensation to disappear, the system should start 
working normally again. If normal operation is still not restored after 
several hours, we recommend that you contact the nearest SUBARU 
dealer.
Replacing the DVD-ROM discIf you need to replace the DVD-ROM disc, make sure the replacement 
disc is compatible with your system's main unit. Inserting an incom-
patible disc could damage the unit.