X-MODE (Outback) 353
– Use only the special temporary
spare tire to replace a flat
tire. With a normal temporary
spare tire, the effectiveness of
the X-MODE is reduced and
this should be taken into account
when driving the vehicle
in such a condition.
. 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:
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 the X-
MODE
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X-MODE indicator (models with 1 mode)
1) X-MODE indicator
X-MODE indicator (models with 2 modes)
1) DEEP SNOW/MUD mode indicator
2) SNOW/DIRT mode indicator
To activate or deactivate the X-MODE,
operate the center information display.
Refer to “Car settings” ☞P215 (11.6-inch
display models) or “Vehicle setting icons”
☞P234 (dual 7.0-inch display models).
NOTE
. Even if you try to activate the X-
MODE 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.
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