Subaru Forester Manuals 2023 Forester Owner's Manual | Page 342

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X-MODE
– Use only the special temporary spare tire to replace a flat tire . With a normal temporary spare tire , the effectiveness of X-MODE is reduced and this should be taken into account when driving the vehicle in such a condition .
. Models with hill descent control : If the hill descent control function has operated continuously for a long time , the temperature of the brake disc may increase and the hill descent control function may be temporarily disabled . In this case , the hill descent control indicator will disappear . When the hill descent control indicator disappears , the hill descent control function is disabled .
X-MODE is the integrated control system of the engine , AWD and Vehicle Dynamics Control system , etc . for driving with bad road conditions . Using X-MODE , you can drive more comfortably even in slippery road conditions including uphill and downhill .
X-MODE has the following functions .
. Hill descent control function ( if equipped ):
Using the hill descent control function , you can keep the vehicle at a consistent speed driving downhill . If the vehicle speed is likely to increase , the brake control system will be activated to adjust the vehicle speed .
. Driving ability control :
This mode increases the hill-climbing ability and driving ability as well as enabling smooth application of torque for easier control of the steering wheel .
& To activate / deactivate X-MODE
S07BI01
! X-MODE switch ( models with 2 modes )
S07BI0105
Type A