Subaru Outback Manuals 2012 Outback Owner's Manual | Page 150

3-30 Instruments and controls Front fog light switch (if equipped) Wiper and washer WARNING In freezing weather, do not use the windshield washer until the wind- shield is sufficiently warmed by the defroster. Otherwise the washer fluid can freeze on the windshield, blocking your view. The indicator light located on the combi- nation meter will illuminate when the front fog lights are on. The front fog lights operate under the following conditions. . when the light switch is in the “ ” position . when the light switch is in the “AUTO” position and the headlights turn on auto- matically However, the front fog lights turn off when the headlights are switched to high beam. To turn on the front fog lights, turn the front fog light switch on the turn signal lever upward to the “ ” position. To turn off the front fog lights, turn the switch back down to the “OFF” position. CAUTION . Do not operate the washer con- tinuously for more than 10 sec- onds, or when the washer fluid tank is empty. This may cause overheating of the washer motor. Check the washer fluid level frequently, such as at fuel stops. . Do not operate the wipers when the windshield or rear window is dry. This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper motor to burn out. Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield or rear window, always use the wind- shield washer.