Subaru Forester Manuals 2026 Forester Owner's Manual | Page 270

266 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
3-20. MIRRORS s03ap
Always check that the inside and outside mirrors are properly adjusted before you start driving.
INSIDE MIRROR( without Auto- Dimming Function)( If Equipped) s03ap08
Normal position Anti-glare position
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. Sensors detecting brightness are located in front of and behind the mirror. Do not attach any object such as a sticker on the sensor areas or put any object over the mirror.
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1. Move the main body of the autodimming mirror and adjust the position so that you can view the rearward direction sufficiently.
2. Press the automatic dimming on / off switch to turn the automatic dimming function on or off. The automatic dimming function is enabled when the switch’ s green LED indicator is on.
Push the tab on the mirror for normal use. To reduce glare from the headlights of the vehicle behind you, pull the tab to the antiglare position.
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WARNING
To ensure safety, always adjust the mirrors and operate the switch before driving the vehicle. Perform the automatic dimming on / off operation only when necessary. Otherwise, an unexpected accident may occur.
CAUTION
. When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror because that may cause
ON / OFF switch
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NOTE
. Sensors are located in front of and behind the mirror.
. Even with the mirror in the automatic dimming mode, the mirror surface turns bright if the select lever is shifted into the“ R” position. This is to ensure good rearward visibility during reversing.