Subaru Outback (BR): Auto-dimming mirror with compass (if equipped)
1) LED
2) Switch
3) Sensor
4) Compass display
The auto-dimming mirror has an anti-glare feature which automatically reduces glare coming from headlights of vehicles behind you. It also contains a built-in compass.
● By pressing and holding the switch for less than 3 seconds, the automatic dimming function is toggled on or off. When the automatic dimming function is on, the LED indicator will illuminate. Even with the mirror in anti-glare mode, the mirror surface turns bright if the transmission is shifted into reverse. This is to ensure good reward visibility during reversing.
● By pressing and releasing the switch for 3 seconds, the compass display is toggled on or off. When the compass is on, an illuminated compass reading will appear in the upper right corner of the mirror.
When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter the mirror housing and damage the mirror.
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Compass calibration zones
Calibration Zones for Compass
1. Check the "Compass calibration zones" map displayed above to ensure that the compass zone setting matches your geographic area accurately.
2. Hold down t
Compass calibration
1. If a “C” is displayed in the compass window, the compass needs to be calibrated.
2. Drive the vehicle in a circle at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less until the display reads
a direction.
3. You can a
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Main fuse
Main fuse box
The main fuses are designed to melt during an overload to prevent damage to the
wiring harness and electrical equipment. Check the main fuses if any electrical
component fails to operate (except the starter motor) and other fuses are good.
A melted main fuse must be replaced.
Basic Diagnostic Procedure of Airbag System
A: PROCEDURE
Check List for Interview
A: CHECK
Identification
A: PROCEDURE
Identify the vehicle using the chassis number, part number of the airbag control module or Subaru Select Monitor.
NOTE: Proper identification is necessary to ensure proper diagnosis. Components are not interchange
