Subaru Outback Manuals 2024 Outback Owner's Manual | Page 298

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1 Camera
. Make sure to clean the Smart Rearview Mirror and the area around the camera regularly . If these parts are not clean , the screen cannot be seen clearly .
. Wipe off the Smart Rearview Mirror and the area around the camera by using a dry soft cloth . If the foreign matter cannot be removed , first wipe the area off using a wet soft cloth , and then wipe using a dry cloth .
. Do not use alcohol , benzine or thinner for cleaning . Doing so could result in discoloration , deterioration , or malfunction .
. Make sure to clean the rear camera lens regularly . When you clean the rear camera lens , first soak a soft cloth with diluted mild detergent to wipe it off , and wipe using a dry cloth .
. During snowy weather , remove the accumulated snow from around the antenna , because snow interferes with the camera image on the mirror .
. When installing a roof box or a similar accessory , do not block the area in front of the camera lens to avoid interfering with the camera image on the mirror .
. When the Smart Rearview Mirror ’ s visibility is poor because there is dirt or other foreign material adhering to the camera , switch to the original rearview mirror .
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. Do not use the display mode for a long time while the engine is not running . Doing so could result in the battery discharge .
. Do not install radio antennas around the Smart Rearview Mirror . Radio waves may disturb the Smart Rearview Mirror screen .
. Observe the following instructions . Not doing so could result in malfunction or the main mirror unit falling off . – Do not push the button too strongly or move the lever too forcibly . – Do not turn the main mirror unit more than 90 degrees . – Do not impact the main mirror unit . – Do not impact the camera or antenna . . If the screen is hard to see because of light , select the mirror mode .
. If LED lights or scattered reflections are caught in the camera , the screen may flicker . However , this is not a malfunction .
. If something moves rapidly near the camera , the display may not be able to catch the item . However , this is not a malfunction .
. If the display mode is used , the view of the rear will be different from the normal use of the inner mirror or the mirror mode . Do not rely solely on the Smart Rearview Mirror ; check the rear visually if necessary . Pay attention to traffic conditions for safe driving .
. Adjust the brightness of the screen appropriately . If the screen is too bright , the driver ’ s eyes may get tired while driving .
. The Smart Rearview Mirror sometimes becomes hot . However , this is not a malfunction .
. In the following cases , the color may not be clear . However , this is not a malfunction .