7
Instrument Panel
16-19
21
Clock 
Press the “+” button to advance time 
or the “–” button to reverse the time. 
For vehicles with a navigation system, 
please refer to the separate “Operating 
Instructions for Navigation System.”
Instrument  
Panel
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Getting  
Started Instrument 
 
Panel Gauges
Personalize ControlsWhile 
 
Operating Safety/In Case
 
of Emergency Additional 
 
Information  
Steering Wheel & Instrument Panel
   Master and Valet Keys, Keyless Access System  
operation, Push Button Start* and Remote Start*
   Tilt/Telescopic Steering Column Adjustments  
and Paddle Shift operation*
 Front & Rear* Wiper and Washer Controls
   Headlights, DRL, Parking Lights, Hazard Lights,  
Interior Lights, and Fog Lights*
   Gauges, Warning Lights, Multi Function Display*  
settings and Parking Brake operation
Safety, Comfort & Convenience
   All Wheel Drive System, Emergency towing of AWD,  
VDC, X-Mode* and Hill Holder* operation
 Rear Vision Camera*
   All Weather Package operation - Heated Seats,  
Exterior Mirrors & Windshield Wiper De-icer
   Review operation of climate control system
   Power windows, locks, exterior mirrors, seat  
and Power Moonroof* operation
   Hood Release and fluid reservoir locations
   Fuel Filler Door, Trunk Release, Rear Gate operation  
and location of Spare Tire*, Jack & Tools
STARLINK Audio System & Bluetooth
   Bluetooth - Pair owner’s phone(s) & show operation  
(Download SUBARU STARLINK and MySubaru Apps*)
    STARLINK Audio* and Navigation* system controls   
(Sources, Presets, List & Back buttons)
Driver Assist Technology
  Subaru EyeSight™ System* and SRF*
   Blind Spot Detection* and Rear Cross Traffic Alert*
*If Applicable
Owner Signature(s) ________________________________________________________________
Subaru Sales Consultant ___________________________________________________________
Subaru Sales Manager _____________________________________________________________
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