SUBARU CROSSTREK 2021 Getting Started Guide
Manufacturer: SUBARU, Model Year: 2021, Model line: CROSSTREK, Model: SUBARU CROSSTREK 2021Pages: 124, PDF Size: 34.1 MB
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Unlocking Using the Rear Gate
Press the rear gate opener button
to unlock and open the rear gate
(or also unlock all doors
depending on the setting). Two
chirps sound and the hazard
warning lights flash twice.
Locking Using the Rear Gate
Close all the doors and the rear
gate and press the rear lock
button. All doors and the rear
gate lock. One chirp sounds and
the hazard warning lights flash
once.
Rear Gate Opener Button
Rear Lock Button
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1Power Window Switches (p. 16)
2Power Mirror Switch (p. 14)
3Instrument Panel Switches (p. 21)
4i/Set Switch (p. 23)
5Audio Controls (p. 21)
6Light Controls (p. 24)
7Combination Meter (p. 28)
INSTRUMENT PANEL
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8Cruise Control or Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control (p. 22)
9Multi-Function Display (MFD) (p. 23)
10Windshield Wipers (p. 25)
11STARLINK
®Multimedia Touchscreen (p. 47)
12Climate Control System (p. 17)
13Shifter (MT) or CVT Selector (p. 31)
14Parking Brake
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SEATING
Manual Seats
1Forward/Backward:Pull
the lever below the seat up
and slide the seat forward or
backward. Release the lever
and make sure the seat is
locked into place.
2Seat Height (Driver’s Seat):
Pulling up or pushing down
on the lever will raise or
lower the seat cushion.
3Recline Seatback:Pull the
lever up to adjust the
seatback. Release the lever
and make sure the seatback
is locked into place.
Power Driver’s Seat(if equipped)
1Seat Position:Moving the
switch forward or backward
will adjust the seat in that
direction. Pulling up or
pushing down on the back
of the switch will adjust the
seat height up or down.
2Recline Seatback:Moving
the top of the switch forward
or backward will adjust the
angle of the seatback.
Manual Seat Levers
Power Seat Controls
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Head Restraint Adjustment
Pull the head restraint up to raise
it. To lower the head restraint,
push it down while pressing the
release button on the top of the
seatback. Each head restraint
should be adjusted so that the
center of the head restraint is
closest to the top of the
occupant’s ears.
The angle of the front head
restraints can be adjusted by
tilting them forward. You will hear
a click when the restraint locks in
place. Pulling the head restraint
as far forward as it will go allows it
to return to the fully upright position.
Seatbelt Adjuster
To keep yourself comfortable and
safe, always position the seatbelt
adjuster so the shoulder belt
passes over the middle of your
shoulder without touching your
neck. Pull the tab out and slide
the adjuster up or down to set the
position. Release the tab and
make sure the adjuster is locked
in place.
Release Button and Head Restraint Adjustment
Seatbelt Adjustment Tab
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TILT AND TELESCOPIC STEERING COLUMN
You can adjust both the height
and lengthwise position of the
steering wheel. Pull the lever on
the side of the steering column
down firmly to unlock, then adjust
the position of the steering wheel.
Push the lever firmly back up to
lock the column in place.
POWER EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Turn the knob to “L” (left side) or “R” (right
side) to select a mirror. Push the knob in the
direction you want to move the mirror. Turn the
knob back to the center position when
finished.
Steering Column Unlock
Power Mirror Knob
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REAR VIEW MIRROR
Auto-dimming Mirror(if equipped)
The auto-dimming function senses distracting glare
during nighttime driving and automatically dims to
eliminate the glare and preserve your vision. Press the
switch to turn auto-dimming on or off. A green LED
indicator on the switch illuminates when the function
is on.
HomeLink®5 Accessory Mirror(if equipped)
The HomeLink®5 accessory mirror provides three
buttons to replace devices such as garage door
openers, gate openers, entry door locks, security
systems, and home lighting. The Owner’s Manual
provides programming instructions, and
www.subaru.com/homelinkhas a helpful “how to”
video.
NOTE: HomeLink
®5 may not be compatible with some older door
openers or additional equipment may be required.
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POWER WINDOWS
To open or close a window,
partially press down or pull up
and hold the corresponding
switch. The front windows have a
one-touch auto up/down function.
Fully press down or pull up and
release to automatically open or
close a one-touch window.
POWER MOONROOF(if equipped)
With the ignition in the “ON” position, you can tilt and slide the moonroof.
Tilting the Moonroof
1Opening:Press, briefly hold,
and release to automatically
tilt the moonroof.
2Closing:Press and hold the
switch to lower the
moonroof.
Sliding the Moonroof
3Opening:Press, briefly hold,
and release the switch to
open the moonroof. To
pause the moonroof halfway,
press either side of the
switch.
4Closing:Press, briefly hold, and release the switch to close the moonroof. To pause
the moonroof halfway, press either side of the switch.
Power Window Switches
Power Moonroof Switches
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CLIMATE CONTROL
Automatic Climate Control
Set your desired temperature and let the system automatically make the adjustments for
you. At any time, you can manually take control of the climate settings.
Operation in Automatic Mode
1Automatic Control Button:This system automatically controls all of the climate
system except defogging. Press “AUTO” to activate. Press “OFF” to turn off the
system.
2Temperature Control Dial:Turn the dial clockwise to increase the temperature or
counterclockwise to decrease the temperature. The temperature will appear on the
Multi-Function Display (MFD).
When using automatic mode, the fan speed, airflow distribution, air-inlet control and air
conditioning compressor are controlled automatically. To activate:
1. Press the “AUTO” button. The “FULL AUTO” indicator light illuminates on the
Multi-Function Display (MDF).
2. Set the preferred temperature using the temperature control dial.
If you operate any of the buttons other than “ON/OFF”, rear window defogger, or the
temperature control dial, the “FULL” indicator light will turn off. The “AUTO” light will
remain illuminated. You can then manually control the system as desired. Press the
“AUTO” button to change back to “FULL AUTO” mode.
Operation in Manual Mode
3Air Conditioner Button:Press this button to activate or deactivate the air
conditioning.
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4MAX A/C Button:Press this button for quickest cooling.
5Airflow Mode Selection Dial:Turn the dial to select the desired airflow mode. The
selected mode – ventilation, ventilation 2, bi-level, feet, or feet-defrost – is shown on
the display.
ICON MODE FUNCTION
Ventilation
Instrument panel outlets
Ventilation 2Instrument panel outlets and less foot outlets than
bi-level
Bi-Level
Instrument panel outlets and foot outlets
FeetFoot outlets, both side outlets of the instrument panel
and some through windshield defroster outlets
Feet-DefrostWindshield defroster outlets, foot outlets and both
side outlets of the instrument panel
DefrostWindshield defroster outlets and both side outlets of
the instrument panel
NOTE: The defroster button is used to activate the defrost airflow mode.
6Fan Speed Control Dial:Turn the fan speed control dial to increase or decrease fan
speed.
7Recirculated/Outside Air Button:Press this button to prevent outside air from
entering your Subaru. Press the button again to allow outside air into your Subaru.
NOTE: To prevent windshield fogging, do not remain in the recirculated mode for an
extended period of time.
8Defroster Button:Press this button to defrost or dehumidify the windshield and front
door windows.
NOTE: The air conditioning may turn on to defrost the windshield more quickly.
However, the indicator on the air conditioner button will not illuminate.
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