Subaru Outback Manuals 2020 Outback Owner's Manual | Page 253

Light Control Switch 245 CAUTION If any object is placed on or near the sensor, the sensor may not detect the level of the ambient light correctly and the auto on/off headlights may not operate properly. & High/Low Beam Change (Dimmer) 1) High beam 2) Low beam s03ah02 While the light control switch is in the “ ”, “ ”, or “ ” position in a dark place, the headlights will turn on. When the headlights are on high beam, the high beam indicator light “ ” on the combination meter is also on. NOTE While the light control switch is in the “ ” position and the lever is the high beam position, the high beam assist function will be on standby. & Headlight Flasher CAUTION s03ah03 Do not hold the lever in the flashing position for more than just a few seconds. To flash the headlights, pull the lever toward you and then release it. The high beam will stay on for as long as you hold the lever. The headlight flasher works even though the lighting switch is in the off position. When the headlights are on high beam, the high beam indicator light “ ” on the combination meter also illuminates. & High Beam Assist Function s03ah07 NOTE . The high beam assist function utilizes the stereo camera installed at the position of the front map lights. . For details on how to handle the stereo camera, refer to the Owner’s Manual supplement for the EyeSight system. The high beam assist function automatically changes the headlight from high beam to low beam (or vice versa). When all of the following conditions are met, the headlight will change to high beam. . When the vehicle speed increases to or above 20 mph (32 km/h). . There is no preceding or oncoming vehicle. . The forward area of the vehicle is dark. . The road does not have a sharp curve. When any of the following conditions are – CONTINUED – 3 Instruments and Controls