climate control SUBARU BAJA 2006 1.G User Guide

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posit io n.
T Heating and defrosting
To direct warm air toward the floor and the windshield:
1. Set the air flow control dial to “ ”.
2. Set the temperature control dial to the desired tem-
perature level.
3. Set the fan speed control dial to the desired speed.
NOTE
Warm air also comes out from the right and left air
outlets. To stop warm ai r flow from these outlets,
turn the corresponding thumb-wheel to the
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Heating
To direct warm air toward the floor:
1. Set the air inlet selection button to the “OFF” posi- tion.
2. Set the air flow control dial to “ ”.
3. Set the temperature control dial to the desired tem- perature level.
4. Set the fan speed control dial to the desired speed.NOTE
Warm air also comes out from the right and left air
outlets. To stop warm air flow from these outlets,
turn the corresponding thumb-wheel to the
“ ” position.
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TBi-level heating
This setting allows you to direct air of different temper-
atures from the instrument panel and foot outlets. The
air from the foot outlets is slightly warmer than from the
instrument panel outlets.
1. Set the air inlet selection button to the “OFF” posi- tion.
2. Set the air flow control dial to “ ”.
3. Set the temperature control dial to the desired tem- perature level.
4. Set the fan speed control dial to the desired speed.
Setting the temperat ure control dial fully turned to the
red area or blue area decr eases the temperature dif- ference between the air from the instrument panel out- lets and the air from
the foot outlets.
T Ventilation
To force outside air through the instrument panel out-lets:
1. Set the air inlet selection button to the “OFF” posi-
tion.
2. Set the air flow control dial to “ ”.
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 control
button to the “ON” position.
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Continued operation with the air inlet selection
button in the ON
position may fog up the win-
dows. Switch to the OFF position as soon as
the outside dusty condition clears.
„ Air conditioner operation
T Cooling or dehumidifying
1) ON position
For cooling and dehumidification of the passenger compartment, performing the following steps will allow
air to flow through the instrument panel outlets:
1. Set the air inlet selection button to the “OFF” posi- tion.
2. Set the air flow control dial to “ ”.
3. Set the air conditioner bu
tton to the “ON” position.
4. Set the temperature contro l dial to the blue area.
5. Set the fan speed control dial at the desired speed. T Defrosting or defogging
1) ON position
To direct warm air to the windshield and front door win-
dows:
1. Set the air outlet control dial to “ ”.
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2. Set the temperature control dial to the red area.
3. Set the fan speed control dial at the highest speed. Operating tips for heater and air con-
ditioner T
Cleaning ventilator grille
Always keep the front ventilator inlet grille free of
snow, leaves, or other obstructions to ensure efficient
heating and defrosting. Since the condenser is located
in front of the radiator, th is area should be kept clean
because cooling performance is impaired by any ac-
cumulation of insects and leaves on the condenser. T Efficient cooling after parking in direct sunlight
After parking in direct sunlight, drive with the windows
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open for a few minutes to allow outside air to circulate
into the heated interior. This results in quicker cooling
by the air conditioner. Keep the windows closed during
the operation of the air conditioner for maximum cool- ing efficiency. T
Lubrication oil circulation in the refrigerant cir-
cuit
Operate the air conditioner compressor at a low en-
gine speed (at idle or low driving speeds) a few min-
utes each month during the off-season to circulate its
oil. T Checking air conditioning system before sum-
mer season
Check the air conditioner unit for refrigerant leaks,
hose conditions, and pro per operation each spring.
This check is best performed by your SUBARU dealer. T Cooling and dehumidifying in high humidity
and low temperature weather condition
Under certain weather conditions (high relative humid-
ity, low temperatures, etc. ) a small amount of water
vapor emission from the ai r outlets may be noticed.
This condition is normal and does not indicate any
problem with the air conditioning system. T
Air conditioner compressor shut-off when en-
gine is heavily loaded
To improve acceleration and gas mileage, the air con-
ditioner compressor is designed to temporarily shut off
during air conditioner operation whenever the acceler-
ator is fully depressed such as during rapid accelera-
tion or when driving on a steep upgrade. T Refrigerant for your climate control system
Your air conditioner uses ozone friendly refrigerant
HFC134a. Therefore, the me thod of adding, changing
or checking the refrigerant is different from the method
for CFC12 (freon). Consult your SUBARU dealer for
service. Repairs needed as a result of using the wrong
refrigerant are not covered under warranty.

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Air filtration system (if equipped)
If your vehicle’s air conditioning system is equipped
with a optional air filtration system, replace the filter el-
ement according to the replacement schedule shown
in the following. This schedule should be followed to
maintain the filter’s dust collection ability. Under ex-
tremely dusty conditions, t he filter should be replaced
more frequently. Have your filter checked or replaced
by your SUBARU dealer.
Replacement schedule:
Every 12 months or 9,300 miles (15,000 km) whichev-
er comes first
NOTE The filter can influence th e air conditioning, heat-
ing and defroster performance if not properly
maintained.

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Appearance care
Exterior care .................................................. 10-2 Washing ............................................................. 10-2
Waxing and polishing ....................................... 10-3
Cleaning aluminum wheels .............................. 10-4
Cleaning front fog light lens ............................ 10-4
Corrosion protection .................................... 10-5 Most common causes of corrosion ................ 10-5
To help prevent corrosion ............................... 10-5
Cleaning the interior ..................................... 10-6 Seat fabric ......................................................... 10-6
Leather seat materials ...................................... 10-7
Synthetic leather upholstery ........................... 10-7
Climate control panel, audio panel, instrument panel, console panel, switches, combination
meter, and other plastic surfaces ................. 10-7

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cumulation under the floor mats because that could
cause corrosion. Occasionally check under the mats
to make sure the area is dry.
Keep your garage dry. Do
not park your vehicle in a
damp, poorly ventilated garage. In such a garage, cor-
rosion can be caused by dampness. If you wash the
vehicle in the garage or put the vehicle into the garage
when wet or covered with snow, that can cause damp-
ness.
If your vehicle is operated in cold weather and/or in ar-
eas where road salts and other corrosive materials are
used, the door hinges a nd locks, and hood latch
should be inspected and lubricated periodically.Cleaning the interior
Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the climate control
panel, audio equipment, instrument panel, center con-
sole, combination meter panel, and switches. (Do not
use organic solvents.) „ Seat fabric
Remove loose dirt, dust or debris with a vacuum
cleaner. If the dirt is caked on the fabric or hard to re-
move with a vacuum cleaner, use a soft blush then
vacuum it.
Wipe the fabric surface with a tightly wrung cloth and
dry the seat fabric thoroughly. If the fabric is still dirty,
wipe using a solution of mild soap and lukewarm water
then dry thoroughly.
If the stain does not come out, try a commercially-
available fabric cleaner. Use the cleaner on a hidden
place and make sure it does not affect the fabric ad-
versely. Use the cleaner according to its instructions.
NOTE
When cleaning the seat, do not use benzine, paint
thinner, or any similar materials.

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„Leather seat materials
The leather used by SUBARU is a high quality natural
product which will retain its distinctive appearance and
feel for many years with proper care.
Allowing dust or road dirt to build up on the surface can
cause the material to become brittle and to wear pre-
maturely. Regular cleaning with a soft, moist, natural
fiber cloth should be performed monthly, taking care
not to soak the leather or allow water to penetrate the
stitched seams.
A mild detergent suitable for cleaning woolen fabrics
may be used to remove difficult dirt spots, rubbing with
a soft, dry cloth afterwards to restore the luster. If your
SUBARU is to be parked for a long time in bright sun-
light, it is recommended th at the seats and headrests
be covered, or the windows shaded, to prevent fading
or shrinkage.
Minor surface blemishes or bald patches may be treat-
ed with a commercial leather spray lacquer. You will
discover that each leather seat section will develop
soft folds or wrinkles, which is characteristic of genu-
ine leather. „ Synthetic leather upholstery
The synthetic leather material used on the SUBARU
may be cleaned using mild soap or detergent and wa- ter, after first vacuuming or brushing away loose dirt.
Allow the soap to soak in for a few minutes and wipe
off with a clean, damp clot
h. Commercial foam-type
cleaners suitable for synthetic leather materials may
be used when necessary.
NOTE
Strong cleaning agents such as solvents, paint
thinners, window cleaner or gasoline must never
be used on leather or syn thetic interior materials.
„ Climate control panel, audio panel, in-
strument panel, console panel, switch-
es, combination meter, and other plas-tic surfaces
Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the climate control
panel, audio equipment, instrument panel, center con-
sole, combination meter panel, and switches.
NOTE
Do not use organic solvents such as paint thin-
ners or gasoline, or strong cleaning agents that
contain those solvents.

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Uniform tire quality grading stan-
dards
This information indicates the relative perfor-
mance of passenger car tires in the area of
treadwear, traction, and temperature resistance.
This is to aid the consumer in making an in-
formed choice in the purchase of tires.
Quality grades can be found where applicable on
the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and
maximum section width. For example:
Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
The quality grades apply to new pneumatic tires
for use on passenger cars. However, they do not
apply to deep tread, winter type snow tires,
space-saver or temporary use spare tires, tires
with nominal rim diameters of 12 inches or less,
or to some limited production tires.
All passenger car tires must confirm to Federal
Safety Requirements in addition to these grades. „Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a specified gov-
ernment test course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one
and one-half (1-1/2) times as well on the govern-
ment course as a tire graded 100. The relative
performance of tires depends upon the actual
conditions of their use, however, and may depart
significantly from the norm due to variations in
driving habits, service practices and differences
in road characteristics and climate. „
Traction AA, A, B, C
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are
AA, A, B and C. Those grades represent the
tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as mea-
sured under controlled conditions on specified
government test surfaces of asphalt and con-
crete. A tire marked C may have poor traction
performance.
The traction grade assigned to this tire is
based on straight-ahead braking traction