Subaru Forester Manuals 2011 Forester Owner’s Manual | Page 170

4-8 Climate control Automatic climate control system (if equipped) NOTE . Operate the automatic climate control system when the engine is running. . Even when cooling is not necessary, setting the temperature much lower than the current outlet air temperature turns on the air conditioner compressor automatically and the “A/C” indicator light on the control panel illuminates. & Type A NOTE The blower fan rotates at a low speed when the engine coolant temperature is low. For efficient defogging or dehumidifying in cold weather, press the “A/C” button. The automatic climate control system automatically controls outlet air temperature, fan speed, airflow distribution air-inlet control, and air conditioner compressor operation. It activates when the fan speed control button or the “AUTO” button is pressed, and is used to maintain a constant, comfortable climate within the passenger compartment. If you press the defroster button while the automatic climate control system is deactivated, only the defroster function will be activated.