center console SUBARU FORESTER 2022 Getting Started Guide

Heated Seats(if equipped)
The heated seat switches are
located between the driver and
passenger seats. There is a
separate switch for the driver and
passenger. Press the “HI” button
for more rapid heating or press
the “LO” button for normal
heating. Return the switch to the
center position to turn off the
heated seat.
Rear Heated Seats (if equipped)
There are separate heated seat
switches for each side on the rear
center console. Press the switch
to activate the heated seat. The
heating mode changes to High,
Low, and Off each time you press
the switch, and yellow indictors
illuminate indicating the level.
Heated Steering Wheel (if equipped)
To activate, pull the heated steering wheel switch with
the ignition in “ON” or “ACC”. The indicator light on
the switch illuminates. To deactivate, pull the switch
again. The heater will stay on for approximately
30 minutes.
Heated Seat Switches
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ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS
1Auxiliary Input Jack:
The 3.5mm auxiliary input jack is located
below the climate control dials. You can
connect a portable music player to the
auxiliary jack and hear the music stored
on it through your multimedia system.
Press the “Source” button located on the
steering wheel or the “Media” button on
the Touchscreen to select the auxiliary
mode.
For more information, please refer to page 71 in this Getting Started Guide or
“Audio” in your STARLINK®Owner’s Manual.
2 Dual USB Ports:
The USB ports are located below the climate control dials and, if equipped, on the
center console in the rear seat area. You can connect a variety of USB-equipped
devices to the front ports, such as portable music players or smartphones, to enjoy
your favorite music through your multimedia system or connect to Apple CarPlay
®or
Android Auto™. All ports provide charging (5V, 2.1A) to devices. The ports on the rear
center console are for charging only.
For more information, please refer to page 71 in this Getting Started Guide or
“Audio” in your STARLINK®Owner’s Manual.
For more information and setup instructions, please refer to page 127 for Android
Auto™ and page 130 for Apple CarPlay®in the How To Appendix in this Getting
Started Guide.
3 Power Outlets:
Power outlets (12V) are located below the climate control dials, in the center console,
and in the cargo area behind the rear seats. Electrical power is available for use with
in-vehicle electrical appliances with a maximum power rating of 120W. These outlets
cannot be used to connect to the SUBARU STARLINK
®Multimedia System.
For more information, please refer to “Interior Equipment” in your Owner’s
Manual.
Connection Ports
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Auto Vehicle Hold (AVH)
Auto Vehicle Hold gives your feet
a break by automatically holding
your Subaru in place when at a
complete stop, such as a traffic
signal, even after you release the
brake pedal. Press the Auto
Vehicle Hold switch on the center
console to turn on the function.
The AVH indicator in the
combination meter will illuminate.
While your Subaru is being held
by this function, the operation
indicator in the combination meter
will illuminate. The function is
canceled when you depress the
accelerator pedal or the brake
pedal.
Press the switch again to turn it
off. The function works when the
select lever is in a position other
than the “P” position.
NOTE:
• For this system to work yourseatbelt must be fastened.
• Make sure to turn off this function before entering an
automatic car wash.
X-MODE®(if equipped)
X-MODE®is the integrated control system of the
engine, All Wheel Drive, and Vehicle Dynamics Control
(VDC) systems for driving with bad road conditions.
Using X-MODE
®, you can drive more comfortably
even in slippery road conditions, such as mud or
snow, including uphill and downhill. You can activate
the system when the vehicle speed is less than 12 mph. If the vehicle speed reaches
25 mph or more with X-MODE
®active, the system is automatically deactivated. X-MODE®,
and Hill Descent Control, will automatically reactivate when the vehicle speed drops below
22 mph.
ICON MODE
Auto Vehicle Hold ON
Auto Vehicle Hold IN
OPERATION
X-MODE®Multi-Function
Display
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SAFETY AND SECURITY OVERVIEW
STARLINK®Safety and Security services* are designed to help in your time of need. These
include Advanced Automatic Collision Notification, SOS Emergency Assistance, Enhanced
Roadside Assistance, Stolen Vehicle Recovery, the added convenience of Remote Engine
Start with Climate Control, and so much more.
With the SUBARU STARLINK
®system integrated into your vehicle, advanced safety and
security technology is just a button press away. The SUBARU STARLINK®experience
includes in-vehicle call center support, maintenance and diagnostic alerts as well as
remote services that keep you connected to your Subaru vehicle.
Located in the overhead console of most Subaru vehicles are the red SOS
and blue
i-button
. Both buttons link you to the SUBARU STARLINK®call centers that are
there to support you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
The SOS button
is for SOS Emergency Assistance.
The i-button
is for Enhanced Roadside Assistance or Concierge (if subscribed).
• Press the SOS button
for SOS Emergency Assistance.*
• Press the i-button
for Enhanced Roadside Assistance* or Concierge* (if
subscribed).*
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FRONT VIEW MONITOR(if equipped)
The Front View Monitor provides you with
visibility from the front grille shown in the
Multi-Function Display, allowing you to check
blind spots and see road surface conditions
around the front tires during off-road driving,
such as when driving downhill. The Front View
Monitor also supports everyday
driving safety, improving visibility
when making turns with an
obstructed view or pulling into a
narrow parking spot. A guide line
is displayed to provide distance
and width references.
With the ignition in “ON” or
“ACC”, press the “VIEW” switch
on the center console (or shift the
select lever from “R” to “D”) to
display the Front View Monitor
image on the Multi-Function
Display (MFD). You can manually
turn off the Front View Monitor by
pressing the “VIEW” or “INFO”
switch. The function will also deactivate automatically.
BLIND SPOT DETECTION (BSD) / REAR CROSS
TRAFFIC ALERT (RCTA) (if equipped)
This system uses radar sensors mounted behind the rear bumper on the left and right
sides that warn you if another vehicle is sensed in your blind spots. These functions
provide additional awareness when changing lanes or driving in reverse.
For more information, please refer to the following sections of this Getting Started
Guide and “Starting and Operating” in your Owner’s Manual.
Blind Spot Detection (BSD)
Blind Spot Detection senses if a vehicle is traveling at the same
relative speed in your blind spot and provides a visual warning. If
the system detects a vehicle in your blind spot, the BSD/RCTA
approach indicator light in the corresponding side mirror frame
illuminates. If you operate the turn signal lever in the direction the
BSD/RCTA approach indicator light is illuminated, the system provides an additional level
of warning by rapidly flashing the BSD/RCTA approach indicator light.
Front View Monitor Switch
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