Subaru Ascent Manuals 2025 Ascent Multimedia System Manual | Page 8

INTRODUCTION
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
WARNING
� The main unit requires a 12 V DC power supply . The main unit should not be installed in any vehicle which does not have a 12 V power system with a ground-connected negative side . An installation other than the one intended may cause severe damage to the main unit , and electric shock or serious injury to the users .
� Even when using the route guidance of the navigation system , be sure to drive by following the actual traffic regulations . If you drive by following only the route guidance of the navigation system , you may violate the actual traffic regulations and cause a traffic accident .
� To ensure safety , the driver should not operate the navigation system while driving . Operating the navigation system while driving may result in an accidental steering wheel operation or otherwise cause an accident . Stop the vehicle before operating the navigation system . Also , do not watch the screen while driving because doing so may be dangerous ( ETC ). Inattention to road conditions ahead may result in an accident .
� The driver should not perform operations such as volume adjustment while driving . Inattention to road conditions ahead may result in an accident , so be sure to stop the vehicle in a safe place before performing the operation .
� The driver should not perform operations such as adding a location or setting the memory while driving . Inattention to road conditions ahead may result in an accident , so be sure to stop the vehicle in a safe place before performing the operation .
� Before viewing a video , be sure to stop the vehicle in a safe place and apply the parking brake . To ensure safety , videos are not displayed during driving .
� To ensure safety , never operate a cell phone while driving .
� Do not disassemble or modify the unit . Doing so may result in an accident , fire or electric shock .
� Do not let water or foreign objects enter the internal parts of the unit . Doing so may result in smoke , fire or an electric shock .
� Do not use the unit when it is malfunctioning , such as when the screen is not lit or no sound comes out . Doing so may result in an accident , fire or electric shock .
� Always replace fuses with fuses of the same specified capacity ( amperage ). Using a fuse with a higher capacity than the specification may result in a fire .
� If a foreign object or water enters the unit , smoke or a strange odor may be emitted . If such an abnormality occurs , stop using the unit immediately and contact your SUBARU dealer . An accident , fire or electric shock may result if you continue to use the unit under these conditions .
� In a thunderstorm , do not touch the antenna line or the unit . Lightning may cause an electric shock .
� Do not park or stop in prohibited areas to use the unit .
� If direct sunlight shines into the vehicle , light may reflect off the product . Be very careful while driving .
� Never use headphones or earphones while driving . Driving while not being able to hear sounds from outside the vehicle may result in a traffic accident .
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