Get Climate control Guide for Subaru Forester SUV 2024

Climate control

Air conditioner control ....................................... 269

Air inlet selection............................................... 270

To turn off the climate control system ................ 270

4-5. Defrosting ........................................................271

4-6. Operating tips for heater and air

4-1. Ventilator control ............................................ 260

Center ventilators ...............................................260

Side ventilators ..................................................260

Rear ventilators (if equipped)..............................260

4-2. Climate control panel ..................................... 261

Type A................................................................262

Type B................................................................263

Type C................................................................264

4-3. Automatic climate control operation............. 265

Type A................................................................265

Type B and C......................................................265

Sensors..............................................................266

conditioner.....................................................271

Cleaning ventilation grille................................... 271

4

Efficient cooling after parking in direct

sunlight ........................................................... 272

Lubrication oil circulation in the refrigerant

circuit .............................................................. 272

Checking air conditioning system before

summer season ............................................... 272

Cooling and dehumidifying in high humidity

and low temperature weather conditions .......... 272

Automatic climate control customization

(for type B and C).............................................266

4-4. Manual climate control operation for

Air conditioner compressor shut-off when

engine is heavily loaded................................... 272

front climate control panel........................... 267

Airflow mode selection .......................................267

MAX A/C mode (for type B and C).......................269

Temperature control ...........................................269

Fan speed control...............................................269

Refrigerant for your climate control system........ 272

4-7. Air filtration system.........................................272

Replacing the cabin air filter............................... 273

Ventilator control

260

& Side ventilators

& Rear ventilators (if equipped)

4-1. Ventilator control

& Center ventilators

Side ventilators

Rear ventilators

1

2

Close

Open

1

2

Close

Open

Center ventilators

To adjust the airflow direction, move the

tab. To close the ventilator, move the tab all

the way down.

To adjust the flow direction, move the tab.

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4-2. Climate control panel

WARNING

.

The cooling function operates

only when the engine is running.

Do not leave children or adults

who would normally require the

support of others alone in your

vehicle. Pets should not be left

alone either. On hot, sunny days,

temperatures in a closed vehicle

could quickly become high en-

ough to cause severe or possibly

fatal injuries to people or ani-

mals.

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& Type A

1

2

3

4

5

6

Airflow mode selection dial (Refer to

“Airflow mode selection” �P267.)

Fan speed control dial (Refer to “Fan

speed control” �P269.)

Temperature control dial (Refer to “Tem-

perature control” �P269.)

Air conditioner button (Refer to “Air

conditioner control” �P269.)

Air inlet selection button (Refer to “Air

inlet selection” �P270.)

Rear window defogger button and out-

side mirror defogger button (if equipped)

(Refer to “Defogger and deicer” �P254.)

NOTE

The controllable temperature range

may vary depending on the regional

specifications of the vehicle.

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& Type B

6

7

Defroster button (Refer to “Defrosting”

�P271.)

Rear window defogger button and out-

side mirror defogger button (Refer to

“Defogger and deicer” �P254.)

8

9

Passenger’s side temperature control

dial (Refer to “Temperature control”

�P269.)

SYNC button (Refer to “SYNC mode

(type B)” �P269.)

10 Fan speed control dial (Refer to “Fan

speed control” �P269.)

11 Airflow mode selection button (Refer to

“Airflow mode selection” �P267.)

12 ON/OFF button (Refer to “Automatic

climate control operation” �P265.)

NOTE

The climate control screen is displayed

on the multi-function display (color

LCD). Refer to “Climate control screen”

�P208.

1

2

Driver’s side temperature control dial

3

4

5

Air conditioner button (Refer to “Air

(Refer to “Automatic climate control

operation” �P265 and/or “Temperature

control” �P269.)

conditioner control” �P269.)

Air inlet selection button (Refer to “Air

inlet selection” �P270.)

MAX A/C button (Refer to “MAX A/C

mode (for type B and C)” �P269.)

AUTO button (Refer to “Automatic cli-

mate control operation” �P265.)

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& Type C

1

Temperature control dial (Refer to “Auto-

matic climate control operation” �P265

and/or “Temperature control” �P269.)

2

3

4

5

6

7

AUTO button (Refer to “Automatic cli-

mate control operation” �P265.)

Air conditioner button (Refer to “Air

conditioner control” �P269.)

Air inlet selection button (Refer to “Air

inlet selection” �P270.)

MAX A/C button (Refer to “MAX A/C

mode (for type B and C)” �P269.)

Defroster button (Refer to “Defrosting”

�P271.)

Rear window defogger button and out-

side mirror defogger button (Refer to

“Defogger and deicer” �P254.)

8

9

Airflow mode selection dial (Refer to

“Airflow mode selection” �P267.)

Fan speed control dial (Refer to “Fan

speed control” �P269.)

10 ON/OFF button (Refer to “Automatic

climate control operation” �P265.)

NOTE

The climate control screen is displayed

on the multi-function display (color

LCD). Refer to “Climate control screen”

�P208.

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& Type A

1. Turn the airflow mode selection dial

and fan speed control dial to the

“AUTO” position.

2. Set the preferred temperature using

the temperature control dial.

& Type B and C

1. Press the AUTO button. The indicator

light “FULL AUTO” on the multi-func-

tion display (color LCD) illuminates.

2. Set the preferred temperature using

the temperature control dial.

4-3. Automatic climate con-

trol operation

When this mode is selected, the fan speed,

airflow mode, air-inlet control, and air

conditioner operation are automatically

controlled. To activate this mode, perform

the following.

NOTE

Each function can be individually set to

the “AUTO” mode independently of the

other functions. Any function set to the

“AUTO” mode is controlled automati-

cally. Any function not set to the

“AUTO” mode can be manually ad-

justed as desired.

If you operate any of the buttons on the

control panel other than the ON/OFF

button, the rear window defogger but-

ton, the SYNC button (if equipped) and

the temperature control dial(s) during

FULL AUTO mode operation, the

“FULL” indicator light on the control

panel will turn off and the “AUTO”

indicator light will remain illuminated.

You can then manually control the

system as desired using the button

you operated. To change the system

back to the “FULL AUTO” mode, press

the “AUTO” button.

NOTE

.

Operate the automatic climate con-

trol system when the engine is

running.

Even when cooling is not necessary,

the air conditioner will automatically

turn on if the temperature is set

much lower than the current outlet

air temperature. Even in this case,

the “A/C” indicator light on the

control panel illuminates.

To turn off the climate control system, turn

the fan speed control dial to the “OFF”

position. The status of the air inlet selec-

tion will be changed as follows depending

on the setting when the climate control

system is turned off.

.

The air conditioner may not operate

in the following cases:

– When the cabin temperature is

low.

– When the ambient temperature

decreases close to 328F (08C).

The controllable temperature range

may vary depending on the regional

specifications of the vehicle.

.

When the air inlet selection is in “AUTO”

mode, the mode will be set to outside

air inlet.

To turn off the climate control system,

press the ON/OFF button. The status of

the air inlet selection will be changed as

follows depending on the setting when the

climate control system is turned off.

.

When the air inlet selection is in

“MANUAL” mode, the mode from be-

fore the climate control system was

turned off will be maintained.

.

When the air inlet selection is in “AUTO”

mode, the mode will be set to outside

air inlet.

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Automatic climate control operation

266

.

When the air inlet selection is in

“MANUAL” mode, the mode from be-

fore the climate control system was

turned off will be maintained.

The automatic climate control system

employs several sensors. These sensors

are delicate. If they are not treated properly

and become damaged, the system may

not be able to control the interior tempera-

ture correctly. To avoid damaging the

sensors, observe the following precau-

tions.

& Sensors

The sensors are located as follows.

.

Do not subject the sensors to impact.

Keep water away from the sensors.

Do not cover the sensors.

& Automatic climate control

customization (for type B and

C)

The automatic climate control can be

customized on the multi-function display

(color LCD).

Refer to “Setting screen” �P214 for

setting methods.

! Mode setting

The climate control can be set in the

following mode.

! Normal mode

Use this mode for normal climate control.

1

2

Interior air temperature and humidity

sensor

Solar sensor

! Mild mode

Use this mode for the mild airflow mode.

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and closing record of rear doors. If there

! Power mode

4-4. Manual climate control

operation for front climate

control panel

are no passenger in the rear seat, the

airflow of the climate control is reduced

and priority is on the front seat passenger.

Use this mode when climate control needs

to be operate to increase the comfort

quickly. This will reduce the operation

range of the Auto Start Stop function.

& Airflow mode selection

NOTE

If the system cannot judge correctly if

there are passengers or not in the rear

seat by the opening and closing of the

rear door, such as when the doors are

opened to place some cargo in the

vehicle, the rear occupant detection

may not operate properly.

Select the airflow mode using the airflow

mode selection dial (type A and C) or the

airflow mode selection button (type B).

! ECO mode

Use this mode when fuel efficiency is

prioritized over comfort. This increases

the range of the Auto Start Stop operation.

Airflow modes are as follows.

! Occupant detection

This mode switches the climate control

operation according to the number of

passengers.

! Front occupant detection

This mode detects passenger by the

occupant detection system sensor when

there is no front passenger in the seat. The

setting temperature will be changed to the

driver’s setting temperature automatically.

NOTE

1

If equipped

The occupant detection system sensor

may not detect passengers because of

their posture, physical size or weight.

The front occupant detection function

may not operate properly.

Ventilation: Instrument panel outlets

! Rear occupant detection

This function judges if there are any

passenger in the rear seat by the opening

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outlets

1

If equipped

1

If equipped

1

If equipped

Ventilation 2 for type B and C: Instru-

ment panel outlets and foot outlets

Heat-def: Windshield defroster outlets,

foot outlets and both side outlets of the

instrument panel (Refer to “Defrosting”

�P271.)

Heat: Foot outlets, both side outlets of the

instrument panel and some through wind-

shield defroster outlets (A small amount of

air flows to the windshield and both side

windows to prevent fogging.)

1

If equipped

Bi-level: Instrument panel outlets and foot

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& MAX A/C mode (for type B and

NOTE

C)

The controllable temperature range

may vary depending on the regional

specifications of the vehicle.

For quicker cooling, press the MAX A/C

button.

When the MAX A/C mode is on, the

following settings will be changed auto-

matically.

! SYNC mode (type B)

When the SYNC mode is turned on, both

the driver’s and passenger’s side tem-

peratures are synchronized using the

driver’s side temperature control dial.

Press the SYNC button to turn on the

SYNC mode. The SYNC button indicator

will illuminate.

Press the SYNC button again or turn the

passenger’s side temperature control dial

to cancel the SYNC mode. The SYNC

button indicator will not illuminate. In this

case, temperature control on the driver’s

side and passenger’s side is separated.

The temperature will be controlled indivi-

dually using the driver’s and passenger’s

temperature control dials.

.

The air conditioner will turn on.

The temperature will be set on the

lowest.

.

The fan speed will be set on the

maximum speed.

1

If equipped

.

The air inlet will be set to recirculation.

The airflow mode setting will be set to

ventilation mode.

Defrost for type A: Windshield defroster

outlets and both side outlets of the instru-

ment panel (Refer to “Defrosting” �P271.)

To turn off MAX A/C mode and return the

previous setting, press the MAX A/C

button again.

& Temperature control

Turn the temperature control dial to set the

preferred interior temperature.

For models with the Driver Monitoring

System, the temperature setting can also

be changed with the gesture control

function. Refer to “Gesture control”

�P391.

& Fan speed control

Select the preferred fan speed by turning

the fan speed control dial.

& Air conditioner control

The air conditioner operates only when the

engine is running.

Press the air conditioner button while the

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fan is in operation to turn on the air

conditioner. When the air conditioner is

on, the “A/C” indicator light illuminates.

To turn off the air conditioner, press the

button again.

side air is drawn into the passenger

compartment. Press the air inlet selection

button to the OFF position in the following

cases.

.

When outside air circulation is se-

lected, the system may automati-

cally adjust the air inlet setting

depending on such factors as the

temperature setting, the tempera-

ture inside the vehicle, or conditions

outside the vehicle.

– When the road is no longer dusty

– When the interior has cooled to a

comfortable temperature

NOTE

For efficient defogging or dehumidify-

ing in cold weather, turn on the air

conditioner. If the ambient temperature

decreases to approximately 328F (08C),

the air conditioner and dehumidifica-

tion system may not operate properly.

WARNING

& To turn off the climate control

system

Continued operation in the ON posi-

tion may fog up the windows. Switch

to the OFF position as soon as the

outside conditions are no longer

dusty.

To turn off the climate control system:

.

Type A: Select the “OFF” position using

the fan speed control dial.

.

Type B and C: Press the ON/OFF

button.

& Air inlet selection

Select the air inlet by pressing the air inlet

selection button.

NOTE

.

When the indicator light on the air

inlet selection button is flashing at

engine starting, a malfunction might

be occurring in the electrical sys-

tem. We recommend that you con-

tact your SUBARU dealer for inspec-

tion.

.

Recirculation:

When the indicator light on the air inlet

selection button illuminates, interior air is

recirculated inside the vehicle. Press the

air inlet selection button to the ON position

in the following cases.

– When driving on a dusty road

– When you want cooling perfor-

mance to increase (for example, in

particularly hot weather)

.

The indicator light on the air inlet

selection button may flash in the

following cases. However, this does

not indicate a malfunction.

– After the vehicle battery has been

disconnected and reconnected.

– When the vehicle battery voltage

is low.

.

Outside air circulation:

When the indicator light on the air inlet

selection button does not illuminate, out-

^Defrosting271

.

For types B and C climate control

system, after defrosting the wind-

shield by pressing the defroster

button “ ”, pressing the button

again returns the system to the

setting that had been selected be-

fore the defroster was activated.

4-5. Defrosting

4-6. Operating tips for heater

and air conditioner

& Cleaning ventilation grille

1

If equipped

Select the “ ” or “ ” mode to defrost or

dehumidify the windshield and front door

windows.

1

Front ventilation inlet grille

Always keep the front ventilation 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, this area should be kept clean

because cooling performance is impaired

by any accumulation of insects and leaves

on the condenser.

NOTE

.

When the “ ” or “ ” mode is

selected, the air conditioner oper-

ates automatically regardless of the

position of the air conditioner button

to defrost the windshield more

quickly. However the indicator on

the air conditioner button may not

illuminate. At the same time, the air

inlet selection is automatically set to

the outside air mode.

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272

& Efficient cooling after parking & Cooling and dehumidifying in

4-7. Air filtration system

in direct sunlight

high humidity and low tem-

perature weather conditions

Your vehicle’s air conditioning system is

equipped with an air filtration system.

Replace the cabin air filter according to

the replacement schedule found in the

“Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. This

schedule should be followed to maintain

the filter’s dust collection ability. Under

extremely dusty conditions, the filter

should be replaced more frequently. Have

your filter checked or replaced by your

SUBARU dealer. For replacement, use

only a genuine SUBARU air filter kit.

After parking in direct sunlight, drive with

the windows 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 cooling effi-

ciency.

Under certain weather conditions (high

relative humidity, low temperatures, etc.) a

small amount of water vapor emission

from the air outlets may be noticed. This

condition is normal and does not indicate

any problem with the air conditioning

system.

& Lubrication oil circulation in

& Air conditioner compressor

shut-off when engine is

heavily loaded

To improve acceleration and gas mileage,

the air conditioner compressor is designed

to temporarily shut off during air condi-

tioner operation whenever the accelerator

is fully depressed such as during rapid

acceleration or when driving on a steep

upgrade.

the refrigerant circuit

Operate the air conditioner compressor at

a low engine speed (at idle or low driving

speeds) a few minutes each month during

the off-season to circulate its oil.

CAUTION

Contact your SUBARU dealer if the

following occurs, even if it is not yet

time to change the filter:

& Checking air conditioning

system before summer sea-

son

.

Reduction of the airflow through

the vents.

Check the air conditioner unit for refriger-

ant leaks, hose conditions, and proper

operation each spring. Have the air con-

ditioning system checked by your

SUBARU dealer.

.

Windshield gets easily fogged or

misted.

& Refrigerant for your climate

control system

Your air conditioner uses ozone friendly

refrigerant R-1234yf (HFO-1234yf). Con-

sult your SUBARU dealer for service.

Repairs needed as a result of using the

wrong refrigerant are not covered under

warranty.

NOTE

The filter can influence the air condi-

tioning, heating and defroster perfor-

mance if not properly maintained.

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and remove the hinge portion.

When doing this, be careful not to

damage the hinge.

& Replacing the cabin air filter

1. Remove the glove box.

NOTE

We recommend that you take measures

to protect the center console with

masking tape first, so that you avoid

scratching the center console with the

glove box.

(1) Open the glove box.

1

Stoppers

(3) Push in the stoppers located on

both sides of the glove box and

then pull down the glove box as far

as it will go.

2. Remove the cabin air filter according to

the following procedure in order to

prevent dust on the cabin air filter from

falling to the inside of its housing.

(1) Push in the four stoppers to unlock,

and then slowly pull out the cabin

air filter 0.4 in (1 cm) from the

housing.

(2) Remove the damper shaft from the

glove box.

(2) Completely pull out the cabin air

filter by gently tilting the front side

of the cabin air filter downward.

(4) Pull out the glove box horizontally

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Air filtration system

274

3. Replace the cabin air filter element

with a new one.

4. Reinstall the glove box, and connect

the damper shaft.

5. Close the glove box.

CAUTION

The arrow mark on the filter must

point UP.

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