Subaru Crosstrek Manuals 2023 Crosstrek Owner's Manual | Page 218

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Instruments and controls / Light control switch

are dirty . – If there are lights similar to the headlights or the tail lights in the surrounding area . – When an oncoming vehicle or vehicle ahead is driven without its headlights and tail lights on . – If the headlights of an oncoming vehicle or the tail lights of a vehicle ahead are dirty or discolored , or if the light beams are not aimed correctly . – When a rapid change of brightness continues while driving . – When driving on a road with many ups and downs or uneven surfaces . – When driving on a road with many curves . – When there are some objects that reflect light strongly , such as a road sign or a mirror in vehicle ahead . – When the rear part of the vehicle ahead , such as a container , reflects light strongly . – When the headlights of your vehicle are damaged or dirty . – When your vehicle is tilted , such as in case the vehicle has a flat tire or is being towed . – Immediately after the engine has started . . In the following conditions , the headlight mode will not be automatically changed from the high beam to the low beam . – When your vehicle passes an oncoming vehicle suddenly in a blind curve . – When another vehicle passes in front of your vehicle . – When an oncoming vehicle or vehicle ahead comes in and out of view because of continuous curves , median strips , roadside trees , etc . . If the stereo camera detects the light of the front fog lights of an oncoming vehicle , the headlight mode may change from the high beam to the low beam automatically .

. The headlight mode may change from the high beam to the low beam , or the low beam mode may continue , when affected by a street light , traffic signal , illumination of an advertisement board , or a reflective object such as a road sign and signboard .

. The timing of the change of headlight mode may differ due to the following factors . – Color or brightness of the headlights of an oncoming vehicle or the tail lights of a vehicle ahead . – The headlights of the oncoming vehicle or the tail lights of the vehicle ahead are covered with mud , snow , etc . – Movement and direction of an oncoming vehicle or a vehicle ahead .

– When the headlights of an oncoming vehicle or the tail lights of a vehicle ahead illuminate on only one side . – When the oncoming vehicle or vehicle ahead is a motorcycle . – Conditions of a road ( slope , curve , road surface , etc .). – Number of passengers and weight of loaded cargo . – Limitation of the detection ability of the stereo camera .

& Daytime running light system

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WARNING

When the daytime running lights are illuminated , the tail lights do not illuminate . When it becomes dark outside , turn the light switch to the “ ” position to illuminate the headlights and tail lights . This will improve visibility and allow other drivers to see your vehicle more easily .