Subaru Forester Manuals 2019 Forester Owner's Manual | Page 336

330 X-MODE NOTE X-MODE switch (type B) X-MODE switch (type C) ! To activate S07BI0101 Type A and Type B Turn the X-MODE switch to the right or left and select SNOW/DIRTor D.SNOW/MUD. While the X-MODE is activated, the X- MODE indicator appears. Type C Press the X-MODE switch. While the X- MODE is activated, the X-MODE indicator appears. ! To deactivate S07BI0102 Type A, Type B and Type C Press the X-MODE switch. The X-MODE indicator will disappear when the X-MODE is deactivated. . SNOW/DIRT is suitable for driving on a snow-covered road where the points of contact between the tires and road surface are visible, or for driving on an unpaved road. . D.SNOW/MUD is suitable for driving on a road covered with deep snow where the points of contact between the tires and road surface are not visible, or for driving on a muddy road. . Even if you try to activate the X- MODE by turning (type A, type B) or pressing (type C) the X-MODE switch when the vehicle speed is 12 mph (20 km/h) or more, the X-MODE will not be activated. At this time, a buzzer will sound twice. . If the vehicle speed reaches 25 mph (40 km/h) or more while the X-MODE is activated, a buzzer will sound once and the X-MODE will be deactivated. . While the engine is running, if any of the following conditions is met, the X- MODE will be deactivated. In this case, it is not possible to activate the X- MODE. – The CHECK ENGINE warning light/malfunction indicator light illu- minates. – The AT OIL TEMP warning light flashes.