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Light Control Switch
parking lights , front side marker lights , rear side marker lights , tail lights and license plate lights are on .
“ ” position :
Instrument panel illumination , parking lights , front side marker lights , rear side marker lights , tail lights and license plate lights are on .
“ ” position : Auto on / off headlights
When the ignition switch is in the “ ON ” position , the instrument panel illumination , headlights , parking lights , front side marker lights , rear side marker lights , tail lights and license plate lights are automatically on or off depending on the level of the ambient light .
NOTE
. If the light control switch is in the “ AUTO ” position and the headlights do not turn on when it becomes dark outside , turn the light switch to the “ ” position . If this happens , have your vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible .
. The light sensitivity of the auto on / off headlights can be changed by operating the center information display . For details , refer to “ Car settings ” FP230 ( 11.6-inch display models ) or “ Car Settings icon ”
FP250 ( dual 7.0-inch display models ). Also , the setting can be changed by a SUBARU dealer . Consult your SUBARU dealer for details .
! Auto-on / off wiper-linked headlights s03ah0106
While the light control switch is in the “ AUTO ” position , the headlights will automatically turn on when the windshield wipers operate several times . The headlights will automatically turn off approximately 1 minute after the wiper stops .
The ON / OFF setting of this function can be changed by operating the center information display . For details , refer to “ Car settings ” FP230 ( 11.6-inch display models ) or “ Car Settings icon ” FP250 ( dual 7.0-inch display models ). Also , the setting can be changed by a SUBARU dealer . Consult your SUBARU dealer for details .
! Welcome lighting function s03ah0103
The welcome lighting function turns on the low beam headlight for smooth approaching to or exiting from the vehicle at night or in a dark place .
The function is activated while all of the following conditions are met .
. The light control switch is in the “ AUTO ” position .
. It is dark enough to turn on the auto on / off headlights .
NOTE
If the engine is turned off after turning off the light switch , the welcome lighting function may not operate ( for Canada models ).
! When approaching s03ah010301
While the welcome lighting function is activated , the low beam headlights will automatically illuminate when unlocking the doors ( for Outback / Subaru Outback Wilderness , including the rear gate ) by using the remote keyless entry system .
The low beam headlights will remain illuminated for 30 seconds * 1 and then turn off . However , if any of the following operations is done , the low beam headlights will turn off .
. The doors are locked .
. The light control switch is turned to a position other than “ AUTO ”.
. The ignition switch is turned to the “ ON ” position .
! When exiting s03ah010302
While the welcome lighting function is activated , the low beam headlights will remain illuminated even when either of the following operation is done .