2012 Subaru Forester Owners Manual

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tion. & SRS airbag system

warning light

WARNING

If the warning light exhibits any of the following conditions, there may be a malfunction in the seatbelt pretensioners and/or SRS airbag system. Immediately take your vehi- cle to your nearest SUBARU dealer to have the system checked. Unless checked and properly repaired, the seatbelt pretensioners and/or SRS airbag will not operate properly in the event of a collision, which may increase the risk of injury. . Flashing or flickering of the warn-

ing light

. No illumination of

the warning light when the ignition switch is first turned to the “ON” position the

. Continuous illumination of

warning light

. Illumination of the warning light

while driving

& Front passenger’s frontal

airbag ON and OFF indica- tors

ON /

: Front passenger’s frontal airbag ON indicator

: Front passenger’s frontal airbag OFF indicator

The front passenger’s frontal airbag ON and OFF indicators show you the status of the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag. The indicators are located next to the clock in the center portion of the dash- board. When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, both the ON and OFF indicators illuminate for 6 seconds during which time the system is checked. Follow- ing the system check, both indicators turn off for 2 seconds. After that, one of the

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indicators illuminates depending on the status of the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag determined by the SUBARU ad- vanced frontal airbag system monitoring. If the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag is activated, the passenger’s frontal airbag ON indicator will illuminate while the OFF indicator will remain off. If the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag the passenger’s frontal is deactivated, airbag ON indicator will remain off while the OFF indicator will illuminate. With the ignition switch turned to the “ON” position, if both the ON and OFF indica- tors remain illuminated or off simulta- neously even after the system check the system is malfunctioning. period, Contact your SUBARU dealer immedi- ately for an inspection.

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& CHECK ENGINE warn- ing light/Malfunction in- dicator light

CAUTION

If the CHECK ENGINE light illumi- nates while you are driving, have your vehicle checked/repaired by your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. Continued vehicle opera- tion without having the emission control system checked and re- paired as necessary could cause serious damage, which may not be covered by your vehicle’s warranty.

If this light illuminates steadily or blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate that there is a problem or potential problem somewhere in the emission con- trol system. ! If the light illuminates steadily If the light illuminates steadily while driving or does not turn off after the engine starts, an emission control system malfunction has been detected. You should have your vehicle checked by an authorized SUBARU dealer immedi- ately.

NOTE This light also illuminates when the fuel filler cap is not tightened until it clicks. If you have recently refueled your vehicle, the cause of the CHECK ENGINE warning light/malfunction indicator light coming on could be a loose or missing fuel filler cap. Remove the cap and make sure nothing is interfering with the sealing of the cap, then retighten the cap until it clicks. Tightening the cap will not make the CHECK EN- GINE warning light turn off immediately. It may take several driving trips. If the light does not turn off, take your vehicle to your SUBARU dealer immediately. ! If the light is blinking If is blinking while driving, an engine misfire condition has been de- tected which may damage the emission control system. To prevent serious damage to the emis- sion control system, you should do the following. . Reduce vehicle speed. . Avoid hard acceleration. . Avoid steep uphill grades. . Reduce the amount of cargo, if possi- ble.

the light

The CHECK ENGINE warning light may stop blinking and illuminate steadily after

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several driving trips. You should have your vehicle checked by an authorized SUBARU dealer immediately. & Coolant temperature low indicator light (if equipped)/Coolant tem- perature high warning light (if equipped)

CAUTION

if

. After turning the ignition switch to the “ON” position, this light/warning light indicator shows any of the following con- ditions, the electrical system may be malfunctioning. Contact your SUBARU dealer immediately for an inspection. – It remains blinking in RED. – It remains illuminated in RED

for more than 2 seconds.

– It remains blinking in RED and

BLUE alternately.

. While driving,

if

this indicator light/warning light shows any of the following conditions, take the specified appropriate measure listed below. – Blinking or illuminated in

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RED: Safely stop the vehicle as soon as possible, and refer to the emergency steps for the engine overheating. After- w a r d , h a v e t h e s y s t e m checked by your nearest SUBARU dealer. Refer to “En- gine overheating” F9-13.

– Blinking in RED and BLUE

alternately: The electrical system may be malfunctioning. Contact your SUBARU dealer for an inspec- tion.

temperature low indicator temperature high warning

This coolant light/coolant light has the following three functions. . Illumination in BLUE indicates insuffi- cient warming up of the engine . Blinking in RED indicates that engine is close to overheating . Illumination in RED indicates overheat- ing condition of the engine

the

For the system check, this indicator light/ warning light illuminates in RED for approximately 2 seconds when the igni- tion switch is turned to the “ON” position. After that, this indicator light/warning light changes to BLUE and maintains illumina-

tion in BLUE. This BLUE illuminated light turns off when the engine is warmed up sufficiently.

the engine coolant

temperature in- If the creases over indicator light/warning light blinks in RED. At this time, the engine is close to overheating.

the specified range,

the engine coolant

temperature in- If creases further, the indicator light/warning light illuminates in RED continuously. At this time, the engine may be overheating.

to the emergency steps for

When the indicator light/warning light blinks in RED or illuminates in RED, safely stop the vehicle as soon as possible, and refer the to “Engine engine overheating. Refer overheating” F9-13. Afterward, have the system checked by your nearest SUBARU dealer.

if

the indicator

Also, light/warning light often blinks in RED, the electrical system may be malfunctioning. Contact your SUBARU dealer for an inspection. NOTE If the engine is restarted after a certain driving condition, this indicator light/ warning light may illuminate in RED. However, this is not a malfunction if the

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indicator light/warning light turns off after a short time.

& Charge warning light If this light illuminates when the engine is running, it may indicate that the charging system is not working properly.

If the light illuminates while driving or does not turn off after the engine starts, stop the the first safe opportunity and engine at the belt check the alternator belt. is loose, broken or if is in good condition but the light remains on, contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immedi- ately. & Oil pressure warning

If the belt

light

If this light illuminates when the engine is running, it may indicate that the engine oil pressure is low and the lubricating system is not working properly. If the light illuminates while driving or does not turn off after the engine starts, stop the engine at the first safe opportunity and check the engine oil level. If the oil level is low, add oil immediately. If the engine oil is at the proper level but the light remains on, contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately.

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CAUTION

Do not operate the engine with the oil pressure warning light on. This may cause serious engine damage.

& AT OIL TEMP warning

light (AT models)

If this light illuminates when the engine is running, it may indicate that the automatic transmission fluid temperature is too hot.

the light

illuminates while driving,

If im- mediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and let the engine idle until the warning light turns off. ! Automatic transmission control

system warning

If this light flashes after the engine starts, it may indicate that the automatic transmis- sion control system is not working prop- erly. Contact your nearest SUBARU deal- er for service immediately.

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& Low tire pressure

warning light (U.S.-spec. models)

When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the low tire pressure warn- ing light will illuminate for approximately 2
seconds to check that the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) is functioning properly. If there is no problem and all tires are properly inflated, the light will turn off. Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufac- turer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pres- sure label, you should determine the proper those tires.)

tire inflation pressure for

As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under- inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under-

inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. the TPMS is not a Please note that tire maintenance, substitute for proper is the driver’s responsibility to and it maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale. Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is com- bined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of re- placement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing

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one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. Should the warning light illuminate stea- dily after blinking for approximately one minute, have the system inspected by your nearest SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.

WARNING

. If this light does not illuminate briefly after the ignition switch is turned ON or the light illuminates steadily after blinking for ap- proximately one minute, you should have your Tire Pressure Monitoring System checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as pos- sible.

. If this light illuminates while driv- ing, never brake suddenly and keep driving straight ahead while gradually reducing speed. Then slowly pull off the road to a safe place. Otherwise an accident in- volving serious vehicle damage and serious personal injury could occur.

. If this light still illuminates while driving after adjusting the tire

pressure, a tire may have signifi- cant damage and a fast leak that causes the tire to lose air rapidly. If you have a flat tire, replace it with a spare tire as soon as possible.

. When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel rim is replaced without the original pressure sensor/trans- mitter being transferred, the low tire pressure warning light will illuminate steadily after blinking for approximately one minute. This indicates the TPMS is un- able to monitor all four road wheels. Contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible for tire and sensor replacement and/ or system resetting.

CAUTION

. The tire pressure monitoring sys- tem is NOT a substitute for manually checking tire pressure. The tire pressure should be checked periodically (at least monthly) using a tire gauge.

. After any change to tire pressure (s), the tire pressure monitoring system will not re-check tire

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inflation pressures until the vehi- cle is first driven more than 20
mph (32 km/h). After adjusting the tire pressures, increase the vehicle speed to at least 20 mph (32 km/h) to start the TPMS re- the tire inflation checking of pressures. If the tire pressures are now above the severe low pressure threshold, the low tire pressure warning light should turn off a few minutes later. Therefore, be sure to install the specified size for the front and rear tires.

& ABS warning light

CAUTION

. If any of the following conditions occur, we recommend that you have the ABS system repaired at the first available opportunity by your SUBARU dealer. – The warning light does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.

– The warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is

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turned to the “ON” position, but it does not turn off even when the vehicle speed ex- ceeds approximately 8 mph (12 km/h).

– The warning light illuminates

during driving.

. When the warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the ABS function shuts down. However, the conventional brake system continues to oper- ate normally.

The ABS warning light illuminates to- gether with the brake system warning light the EBD system malfunctions. For if further details of the EBD system mal- function warning, refer to “Brake system warning light” F3-20. NOTE If the warning light behaves as follows, the ABS system may be considered normal. . The warning light illuminates right after the engine is started but turns off immediately, remaining off. . The warning light remains on after the engine has been started, but it turns off when the vehicle speed reaches approximately 8 mph (12

km/h). . The warning light illuminates during driving, but it turns off immediately and remains off. When driving with an insufficient battery voltage such as when the engine is jump started, the ABS warning light may illumi- nate. This is due to the low battery voltage and does not indicate a malfunction. When the battery becomes fully charged, the light will turn off. & Brake system warning light

WARNING

. Driving with the brake system warning light on is dangerous. This indicates your brake system may not be working properly. If the light remains illuminated, have the brakes inspected by a SUBARU dealer immediately.

. If at all in doubt about whether the brakes are operating prop- erly, do not drive the vehicle. Have your vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for re- pair.

This light has the following functions.

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! Parking brake warning The light illuminates with the parking brake applied while the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. It turns off when the parking brake is fully released. ! Brake fluid level warning This light illuminates when the brake fluid level has dropped to near the “MIN” level of the brake fluid reservoir with the ignition switch in the “ON” position and with the parking brake fully released.

If

this occurs,

If the brake system warning light should illuminate while driving (with the parking brake fully released and with the ignition switch positioned in “ON”), it could be an indication of leaking of brake fluid or worn brake pads. immediately stop the vehicle at the nearest safe place and check the brake fluid level. If the fluid is below the “MIN” mark in the level reservoir, do not drive the vehicle. Have the vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair. ! Electronic Brake Force Distribution

(EBD) system warning

The EBD system may be malfunctioning if the brake system warning light and ABS warning light illuminate simultaneously during driving. Even if the EBD system fails, the conven-

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function. tional braking system will still However, the rear wheels will be more prone to locking when the brakes are applied harder than usual and the vehi- cle’s motion may therefore become some- what harder to control. If the brake system warning light and ABS warning light illuminate simultaneously, take the following steps. 1. Stop the vehicle in the nearest safe, flat place. 2. Shut down the engine, apply the parking brake and then restart it. 3. Release the parking brake. If both warning lights turn off, the EBD system may be malfunctioning. Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected. 4. If both warning lights illuminate again and stay illuminated after the engine has been restarted, shut down the engine again, apply the parking brake, and check the brake fluid level. 5. If the brake fluid level is not below the “MIN” mark, the EBD system may be malfunctioning. Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected. 6. is below the “MIN” mark, DO NOT drive the vehicle. Instead, have the vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair.

the brake fluid level

If

& Low fuel warning light The low fuel warning light illuminates when the tank is nearly empty (approxi- mately 2.6 US gal (10.0 liters, or 2.2 Imp gal)). It only operates when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. When this light illuminates, fill the fuel tank immedi- ately. NOTE This light does not turn off unless the tank is replenished up to an internal fuel quantity of approximately 4.0 US gal (15 liters, 3.3 Imp gal).

CAUTION

Promptly put fuel in the tank when- ever the low fuel warning light illuminates. Engine misfires as a result of an empty tank could cause damage to the engine.

& Hill start assist warning

light (MT models)

While the engine is rotating, if any malfunction is detected in the Hill start assist system, the light will illuminate.

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WARNING

When the Hill start assist warning light illuminates, have the vehicle inspected at an authorized SUBARU dealer.

& Door open warning

light

The door open warning light illuminates if any door or the rear gate is not fully closed.

Always make sure this light is out before you start to drive. & All-Wheel Drive warn- ing light (AT models)

This light illuminates when All-Wheel Drive is disengaged and the drive me- chanism is switched to Front Wheel Drive for maintenance or similar purposes. This light flashes if the vehicle is driven with tires of different diameters fitted on the wheels or with excessively low air pressure in any of the tires.

CAUTION

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the powertrain. If the AWD warning light starts to flash, promptly park in a safe place and check whether the tires have differing diameters and whether any of the tires has an excessively low inflation pressure.

& Vehicle Dynamics

Control warning light/ Vehicle Dynamics Con- trol operation indicator light

& Automatic headlight beam leveler warning light (models with HID headlights)

This light illuminates when the automatic headlight beam leveler does not operate normally. If this light illuminates while driving or does not turn off approximately 3 seconds after turning the ignition switch to the “ON” position, have your vehicle inspected at your SUBARU dealer.

! Vehicle Dynamics Control warning

light

CAUTION

The Vehicle Dynamics Control sys- tem provides its ABS control through the electrical circuit of the ABS system. Accordingly, if the ABS is inoperative, the Vehicle Dynamics Control system becomes unable to provide ABS control. As a result, the Vehicle Dynamics Control system also becomes inoperative, causing the warning light to illuminate. Though both the Vehicle Dynamics Control and ABS systems are inop- erative in this case, the ordinary functions of the brake system are still available. You will be safe while driving with this condition, but drive carefully and have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.

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NOTE . If the electrical circuit of the Vehicle Dynamics Control system itself mal- functions, only this particular warning light illuminates. Under these circum- stances, the ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) remains fully operational. . The warning light illuminates when the electronic control system of the ABS/Vehicle Dynamics Control system malfunctions. The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is probably inoperative under any of the following conditions. Have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer immedi- ately. . The warning light does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. . The warning light illuminates while the vehicle is running. NOTE If the warning light behavior is as described in the following examples, the Vehicle Dynamics Control system may be considered to be operating normally. . The warning light illuminates right after the engine is started but turns off immediately, remaining off. . The warning light illuminates after

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the engine has started and turns off while the vehicle is subsequently being driven. . The warning light illuminates during driving, but it turns off immediately and remains off. ! Vehicle Dynamics Control opera-

tion indicator light

The indicator light flashes during activa- tion of the skid suppression function and during activation of the traction control function. NOTE . The light may remain illuminated for a short period of time after the engine has been started, especially in cold weather. This does not indicate the existence of a problem. The light should turn off as soon as the engine has warmed up. . The indicator light illuminates when the engine has developed a problem and the CHECK ENGINE warning light/ malfunction indicator light is on. The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is probably malfunctioning under the follow- ing condition. Have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. . The light does not turn off even after the lapse of several minutes (the engine

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& Security indicator light

has warmed up) after started. & Vehicle Dynamics

the engine has

Control OFF indicator light The light illuminates when the Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch is pressed to deactivate the Vehicle Dynamics Con- trol system.

The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is probably malfunctioning under any of the following conditions. Have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer immedi- ately. . The light does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. . The light does not turn off even after a period of approximately 2 seconds after the ignition switch has been turned to the “ON” position.

Type A

Type B

The security indicator light deters potential thieves by indicating that the vehicle is

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equipped with the security alarm system and the immobilizer system. This indicator light shows the status of the alarm system. It also indicates operation of the immobilizer system. ! Alarm system It blinks to show the driver the operational status of the alarm system. For detailed information, refer to “Alarm system” F2- 14. ! Immobilizer system This light blinks approximately 60 seconds after the ignition switch is turned from “ON” position to the “Acc” or “LOCK” position or immediately after the key is pulled out. Refer to “Immobilizer” F2-3. If the indicator light does not flash, it may indicate that immobilizer system may be malfunctioning. Contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately.

the security indicator light

In the event that an unauthorized key (for is example, an unauthorized duplicate) used, illumi- nates. NOTE Even if the security indicator light flashes irregularly or its fuse blows (the light does not flash if its fuse is blown), the immobilizer system will

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function normally.

& SPORT mode indicator

light (AT models)

lever is moved to the When the select manual gate, the SPORT mode is se- lected and the indicator light illuminates. Refer to “SPORT mode” F7-20.

& Select lever and gear posi- tion indicator (AT models)

Type B

This indicator shows the position of the select lever. When the manual mode is selected, the gear position indicator (which shows the current gear selection) and the upshift/ downshift to “Automatic transmission” F7-15. & Turn signal indicator

light up. Refer

indicator

lights

Type A

These lights show the operation of the turn signal or lane change signal. If the indicator lights do not blink or blink rapidly, any of the turn signal light bulbs may be burned out. Replace the bulb as to “Replacing soon as possible. Refer bulbs” F11-45.

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& High beam indicator

light

& Headlight indicator

light

Clock

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This light shows that the headlights are in the high beam mode. This indicator light also illuminates when the headlight flasher is operated. & Cruise control indica-

tor light

This light illuminates when the “CRUISE” main switch is pressed. If you press the main switch button while turning the ignition switch “ON”, the cruise control function is deactivated and the “CRUISE” indicator light flashes. To re- activate the cruise control function, turn the ignition switch back to the “Acc” or “LOCK” position, and then turn it again to the “ON” position. & Cruise control set in-

dicator light

This light illuminates when vehicle cruising speed has been set. & Front fog light indicator

light (if equipped)

This indicator light is on while the front fog lights are on.

This indicator light illuminates when the headlight switch is placed in the “ ” or “

” position.

The clock shows the time while the ignition switch is in the “Acc” or “ON” position.

The time changes by 1 minute each time the “+” button or “−” button is pressed. Pressing the “+” button moves the dis- played time forward, while pressing the “−” button moves the displayed time back. Pressing and holding either button changes the displayed time continuously.

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CAUTION

Information display

For type A combination meter:

To ensure safety, do not attempt to set the time while driving, as an accident from inadequate attention to the road could result.

NOTE If the battery is disconnected, the time will be erased. After reconnecting the battery, set the correct time.

1) Outside temperature indicator 2)

Fuel consumption indicator

With the ignition switch in the“ ON” position, the outside temperature and fuel consumption are indicated on the display.

1)

Information display switching knob

With the ignition switch in the “ON” position, each press of the information display switching knob toggles the display in the following sequence.

For type B combination meter: The fuel consumption indicator is linked with the odometer/trip meter display on the combination meter, according to the fol- lowing chart.

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& Outside temperature indica-

tor

! Road surface freeze warning indi-

cation

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Odometer/ Trip meter

A trip meter

B trip meter

Fuel consumption indicator

Average fuel consumption corresponding to the A trip meter

Average fuel consumption corresponding to the B trip meter

Odometer

U.S-spec. models:

Not indicated

Other models:

Current fuel consumption

1) U.S.-spec. models 2) Except U.S.-spec. models

1) U.S.-spec. models 2) Except U.S.-spec. models

The outside temperature indicator shows the outside temperature in a range from −22 to 1228F (−30 to 508C). The indicator can give a false reading under any of the following conditions: . When there is too much sun. . During idling; while running at low speeds in a traffic jam; when the engine is restarted immediately following a shut- down. . When the actual outside temperature falls outside the specified indicator range.

lower,

When the outside temperature drops to 378F (38C) or the temperature indication flashes to show that the road surface may be frozen. If the display has already indicated an outside temperature of 378F (38C) or lower, the indication does not flash even when the outside temperature drops to 378F (38C) or lower again, unless the outside temperature has once increased to 418F (58C) or higher. If the outside temperature drops to 378F (38C) or lower while the display is giving an indication other than the outside

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temperature, the display switches to the outside temperature indication and flashes for 5 seconds before returning to its original indication. NOTE The outside temperature indication may differ from the actual outside temperature. The road surface freeze warning indication should be treated only as a guide. Be sure to check the condition of the road surface before driving.

& Current fuel consumption (if

equipped)

NOTE The indicated values vary in accor- dance with changes in the vehicle’s running conditions. Also, the indicated values may differ slightly from the actual values and should thus be treated only as a guide.

& Average fuel consumption

1) U.S.-spec. models 2) Except U.S.-spec. models

This indication shows the average rate of fuel consumption since the trip meter was last reset. When either of the trip meter indications is reset, the corresponding average fuel consumption value is also reset.

This indication shows the rate of consumption at the present moment.

fuel

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NOTE . The indicated values vary in accor- dance with changes in the vehicle’s running conditions. Also, the indicated values may differ slightly from the actual values and should thus be treated only as a guide. . When either trip meter indication is reset, the average fuel consumption corresponding to that trip meter indica- tion is not shown until the vehicle has subsequently covered a distance of 1
mile (or 1 km).

& To turn off fuel consumption

indicator display

The fuel consumption indicator display can be turned off. To turn off this display, turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position and press the “+” button adjacent to the information display for approximately 5 seconds. The information display and the clock display will blink for 3 seconds and then the fuel consumption display will turn off. To restore the indicator, once again press the “+” button for approximately 5 sec- onds. NOTE . The initial display setting of the fuel consumption indicator of your vehicle

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has been set to operational at the time of shipment from the factory. . The average fuel consumption is calculated even while the indicator is not displayed. . Even if you turn off the fuel con- sumption indicator, the fuel consump- tion indicator will automatically turn on when the battery voltage is stopped and then reapplied due to battery replacement or fuse replacement.

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than “OFF”, the battery may be discharged.

the position of

The light control switch operates when the ignition key is inserted into the ignition switch. Regardless of the light control switch, the illuminated lights are turned off when the ignition key is removed from the ignition switch. NOTE Even if the key is removed from the ignition switch, the lights can be illu- minated by once setting the light con- trol switch to the “OFF” position and then to the “ ” position. In this case, if the driver’s door is opened, the chirp sound will inform the driver that the lights are illuminated.

” or “

CAUTION

. Use of any lights for a long period of time while the engine is not running can cause the battery to discharge.

. Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the light control switch is turned to the “OFF” position. If the vehicle is left unattended for a long time with the light control switch set to a position other

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& Headlights

& High/low beam change (dim-

mer)

& Headlight flasher

To turn on the headlights, turn the knob on the end of the turn signal lever.

first position

Instrument panel lights, front side marker lights and license plate lights are on.

illumination,

tail

second position

Headlights, instrument panel illumination, tail front side marker lights, and license plate lights are on.

lights,

To change from low beam to high beam, push the turn signal lever forward. When the headlights are on high beam, the high beam indicator light “ ” on the combina- tion meter also illuminates. To switch back to low beam, pull the lever back to the detent position.

To flash the headlights, pull the lever toward you. The high beam will remain on as long as you hold the lever. The headlight flasher works even though the light switch is in the “OFF” position.

When the headlights are on high beam, the high beam indicator light “ ” on the combination meter also illuminates.

CAUTION

Do not hold the lever in the flashing position for more than just a few seconds.

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& Automatic headlight beam

leveler (models with HID headlights)

The HID headlights generate more light than conventional halogen headlights. Therefore a driver of an oncoming vehicle may experience too much glare when your headlight beam height adjustment is high due to the vehicle carrying heavy load. The automatic headlight beam leveler adjusts the headlight beam height auto- matically and optimally according to the load being carried by the vehicle. The automatic headlight beam leveler has a warning light on the combination meter. Refer to “Automatic headlight beam leve- ler warning light (models with HID head- lights)” F3-22.

& Daytime running light system

(if equipped)

WARNING

The brightness of the illumination of the high beam headlights is reduced by the daytime running light system. The light switch must always be turned to the “ ” position when it is dark outside.

The high beam headlights will automati- cally illuminate at reduced brightness when the engine has started, under the following conditions: . The select lever is in a position other than the “P” position (AT models). . The parking brake is fully released. . The light switch is in the “OFF” or “ position. NOTE When the light switch is in the “ ” position, the front side marker lights, tail lights and license plate lights are also illuminated.

”

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Turn signal lever

To activate the right turn signal, push the lever up. To activate the left turn signal turn signal, push the turn signal lever down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically. If the lever does not return after cornering, return the lever to the neutral position by hand.

To signal a lane change, push the turn signal lever up or down slightly and hold it during the lane change. The turn signal indicator lights will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. The lever will return automatically to the neutral position when you release it.

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Illumination brightness con- trol

matic dimming function does not work at all.

Front fog light switch (if equipped)

The brightness of clock display, audio, air conditioner, information display and instru- ment panel illumination dims automatically when the light switch is in the “ ” or “ In addition, you can adjust brightness of the instrument panel illumination for better visibility.

” position.

To brighten, turn the control dial upward. To darken, turn the control dial downward. NOTE is turned fully When the control dial upward, the illumination brightness becomes the maximum and the auto-

The front fog lights operate only when the low beam headlights are illuminated. 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.

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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.

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 wipers on a dry windshield or rear window, always use the wind- shield washer.

Type A

Type B

The indicator light located on the combi- nation meter will illuminate when the front fog lights are on.

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. In freezing weather, be sure that the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield or rear window before switching on the wipers. Attempting to operate the wipers with the blades frozen to the window glass could cause not only the wiper blades to be damaged but also the wiper mo- tor to burn out. the wiper blades are frozen to the window glass, be sure to operate the defroster, windshield wiper dei- cer (if equipped) or rear window defogger before turning on the wiper.

If

. If the wipers stop during opera- tion because of ice or some other obstruction on the window, the wiper motor could burn out even if the wiper switch is turned off. If this occurs, promptly stop the vehicle in a safe place, turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position and clean the window glass to allow proper wiper op- eration.

. Use clean water if windshield washer fluid is unavailable. In areas where water freezes in winter, use SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid or the equivalent. – CONTINUED –

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Refer to “Windshield washer fluid” F11-37. Also, when driving the vehicle in freezing temperature, use non- freezing type wiper blades.

. Do not clean the wiper blades with gasoline or a solvent, such as paint thinner or benzine. This will cause deterioration of the wiper blades.

NOTE . The wipers operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” or “Acc” position. . The front wiper motor is protected against overload by a circuit breaker. If the motor operates continuously under an unusually heavy load, the circuit breaker may trip to stop the motor temporarily. If this happens, park your vehicle in a safe place, turn off the wiper switch, and wait for approxi- mately 10 minutes. The circuit breaker will reset itself, and the wipers will again operate normally. . Clean your wiper blades and win- dow glass periodically with a washer solution to prevent streaking, and to remove accumulations of road salt or road film. Keep the washer button

depressed at least for 1 second so that washer solution will be sprinkled all over the windshield or rear window. . Grease, wax, insects or other mate- rial on the windshield or the wiper blade results in jerky wiper operation and streaking on the glass. If you cannot remove those streaks after operating the washer or if the wiper operation is jerky, clean the outer sur- face of the windshield or rear window and the wiper blades using a sponge or soft cloth with a neutral detergent or mild abrasive cleaner. After cleaning, rinse the window glass and wiper blades with clean water. The glass is clean if no beads form on the glass when you rinse with water. . If you cannot eliminate the streaking even after following this procedure, replace the wiper blades with new ones. For replacement instructions, refer to “Replacement of wiper blades” F11-39.

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& Windshield wiper and washer

switches

The wipers operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” or “Acc” position. ! Windshield wipers

OFF: Off

: Intermittent LO: Low speed HI: High speed

To turn the wipers on, push the wiper control lever down. To turn the wipers off, return the lever to the “OFF” position.

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! Wiper intermittent time control

! Mist (for a single wipe)

! Washer

” When the wiper switch is in the “ position, turn the dial to adjust the operat- ing interval of the wipers.

For a single wipe of the wipers, pull the lever toward you. The wipers also operate until you release the lever.

The operating interval can be adjusted in nine steps.

To wash the windshield, push the washer button at the end of the wiper control lever. The washer fluid sprays until you release the washer button. The wipers also operate while you push the button.

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mittently at intervals corresponding to the vehicle speed (longer when the vehicle speed is low; shorter when the vehicle speed is high). When you subsequently shift the trans- mission into reverse, the rear wiper will automatically switch to continuous opera- tion. When the transmission is shifted to a position other than reverse, the rear wiper will return to intermittent operation. ! Washer To wash the rear window while the rear wiper is operating, turn the knob upward to the “ ” position. The washer fluid sprays until you release the knob. To wash the rear window when the rear wiper is not in use, turn the knob down- ward to the “ ” position. The washer fluid sprays, and 2 seconds later the rear wiper operates. Releasing the knob stops the washer fluid spray, and 3 seconds later the rear wiper stops.

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& Rear window wiper and

washer switch

The wiper and washer operate when the ignition switch is in the “ON” or “Acc” position.

: Washer (accompanied by wiper operation)

ON: Continuous INT: Intermittent OFF: Off

: Washer

! Rear wiper To turn the rear wiper on, turn the knob at the end of the wiper control lever upward to the “INT” or “ON” position. To turn the wiper off, return the knob to the “OFF” position. With the switch turned to the “INT” position, the rear wiper will operate inter-

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Mirrors

Always check that the inside and outside mirrors are properly adjusted before you start driving.

& Inside mirror

The inside mirror has a day and night position. Pull the tab at the bottom of the mirror toward you for the night position. Push it away for the day position. The night position reduces glare from head- lights of vehicles behind you.

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& Auto-dimming mirror/com-

pass (if equipped)

button, the compass display is toggled on or off. When the compass is on, an illuminated compass reading will appear in the upper right corner of the mirror.

Even with the mirror in anti-glare mode, the mirror surface turns bright the transmission is shifted into reverse. This is to ensure good rearward visibility during reversing. ! Photosensors

if

Left (mirror) button

1) Auto dimming indicator 2) 3) Photosensor 4) Right (compass) button 5) Compass display

The auto-dimming mirror has an anti-glare feature which automatically reduces glare coming from headlights of vehicles behind you. It also contains a built-in compass. . By pressing and releasing the left button, the automatic dimming function is toggled on or off. When the automatic dimming function is on, the auto dimming indicator light (green) located on the left button will illuminate. . By pressing and releasing the right

The mirror has a photosensor attached on both the front and back sides. If the glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you strikes the mirror, these sensors detect it and make the reflection surface of the mirror dimmer to help prevent you from being blinded. For this reason, use care not to cover the sensors with stickers, or

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other similar items. Periodically wipe the sensors clean using a piece of dry soft cotton cloth or an applicator. ! Compass zone adjustment

Compass calibration zones

1. The zone setting is factory preset to Zone 8. Refer to the “Compass calibration zones” map shown above to verify that the compass zone setting is correct for your geographical location. 2. Press and hold the right button for 3
seconds then release, and the word “ZONE” will briefly appear and then the zone number will be displayed. 3. Press the right-hand button repeatedly to cycle the display through all possible zone settings. Stop cycling when the correct zone setting for your location is

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displayed. 4. Releasing the button for 3 seconds will exit the zone setting mode.

& Auto-dimming mirror/com-

pass with HomeLink® (if equipped)

! Compass calibration 1. For optimum calibration, switch off all nonessential electrical accessories (rear window defogger, heater/air conditioning system, spotlight, etc.) and ensure all doors are shut. 2. Drive to an open, level area away from large metallic objects or structures and make certain the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. 3. Press and hold the right button for 6 - 7
seconds then release, and the compass will enter the calibration mode. “CAL” and direction will be displayed. 4. Drive slowly in a circle until “CAL” disappears from the display (approxi- mately two to three circles). The compass is now calibrated. 5. Further calibration may be necessary should outside influences cause the mirror to read inaccurately. You will know that this has occurred if your compass begins to read in only limited directions. Should you encounter this situation, return to step one of the above procedure and recali- brate the mirror.

LED

1) HomeLink® button 1
2) HomeLink® button 2
3) 4) HomeLink® button 3
5) Sensor 6) Automatic dimming on/off button 7) Compass display button 8) Compass display

The auto-dimming mirror has an anti-glare feature which automatically reduces glare coming from headlights of vehicles behind you. It also contains a built-in compass and HomeLink® wireless control system. . By pressing the automatic dimming on/ off button, the automatic dimming function is toggled on or off. When the automatic

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if

dimming function is on, the LED indicator will illuminate. Even with the mirror in the automatic dimming mode, the mirror surface turns bright the transmission is shifted into reverse. This is to ensure good rearward visibility during reversing. . By pressing the compass display but- ton, the compass display is toggled on or off. When the compass is on, an illumi- nated compass reading will appear in the upper right corner of the mirror.

When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or similar material dampened with glass cleaner. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror as that may cause the liquid cleaner the mirror housing and damage the mirror.

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! Photosensors

! Compass zone adjustment

The mirror has a photosensor attached on both the front and back sides. During nighttime driving, these sensors detect distracting glare from vehicle headlights behind you and automatically dim the mirror to eliminate glare and preserve your vision. For this reason, use care not to cover the sensors with stickers, or other similar items. Periodically wipe the sen- sors clean using a piece of dry soft cotton cloth or an applicator.

Compass calibration zones

to the “Compass calibration 1. Refer zones” map shown above to verify that the compass zone setting is correct for your geographical location. 2. Press and hold the compass display button for 3 seconds until the zone selection comes up (a number will be displayed in the mirror compass window). 3. Press the compass display button repeatedly until the correct zone setting for your location is displayed. 4. Releasing the button for 5 seconds will exit the zone setting mode.

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! Compass calibration If a “C” is displayed in the compass 1. window, the compass needs to be cali- brated. 2. Drive the vehicle in a circle at 5 mph (8
km/h) or less until the display reads a direction. 3. You can also calibrate the compass by driving your vehicle on your everyday routine. The compass will be calibrated once it has tracked a complete circle. 4. To recalibrate your compass, push and hold the compass display button for 9
seconds until a “C” appears in the compass window. 5. Calibrate the compass according to step 2 or step 3.

! HomeLink® Wireless Control Sys-

tem

The HomeLink® Wireless Control System can be used to activate remote control devices such as gate operators, garage door openers, door locks, home lighting and security systems.

There are three HomeLink® buttons on the mirror, each of which can be programmed for operation of one desired device. For details on the device types which can be operated by this system, consult the HomeLink® website at:

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www.homelink.com or call 1-800-355- 3515.

Note the following information about this system. If your vehicle is equipped with the HomeLink® Wireless Control System, it complies with Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission Rules in the U.S. and the RSS-210 of Industry Canada in Canada. Its operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, includ- ing interference that may cause undesired operation.

Changes and modifications to this system by anyone other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment.

HomeLink® and the HomeLink® house are registered trademarks of Johnson Con- trols, Inc.

WARNING

. W h e n p r o g r a m m i n g t h e HomeLink® Wireless Control Sys- tem, you may be operating a garage door opener or other device. Make sure that people

and objects are out of the way of the garage door or other device to prevent potential harm or damage.

. Do not use the HomeLink® Wire- less Control System with a gar- age door opener that lacks the safety stop and reverse feature as required by applicable safety standards. A garage door opener which cannot detect an object, signaling the door to stop and reverse, does not meet these safety standards. Using a garage door opener without these fea- tures increases risk of serious injury or death. For more infor- mation, consult the HomeLink® website at www.homelink.com or call 1-800-355-3515.

CAUTION

When programming the HomeLink® Wireless Control System to operate a garage door opener or an entrance gate, unplug the device’s motor from the outlet during programming to prevent motor burnout.

NOTE . After programming your HomeLink® Wireless Control System for the de- sired devices, retain the hand-held transmitters for further programming or device testing in the event of a problem. . It is recommended that you insert a new battery in the hand-held transmit- ter of a device to ensure correct programming. ! Garage door opener programming in

the U.S.A.

NOTE When programming the HomeLink® Wireless Control System for a garage door opener, it is suggested that you park the vehicle outside the garage. 1. Unplug the motor of the garage door opener from the outlet. NOTE If any of the HomeLink® buttons are already programmed for other devices, skip step 2 because it clears the memory of all three buttons.

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NOTE Some gate operators and garage door openers may require you to replace this programming step 4 with proce- dures in “Programming for entrance gates and garage door openers in Canada” F3-42. the 5. Hold down both buttons until HomeLink® indicator first flashes, slowly then rapidly. When the indicator light flashes rapidly, both buttons may be released. (The rapidly flashing light indi- cates successful programming of the new frequency signal.) 6. Press and hold the programmed but- ton and check the HomeLink® indicator light. If the indicator light stays on con- tinuously, your garage door should acti- vate and the programming is completed.

light

If the indicator light flashes rapidly for 2
seconds and then stays on continuously, your garage door opener may be pro- tected by a rolling code feature. In this case you need to perform additional steps. Refer to “Programming rolling-code-pro- tected garage door openers in the U.S.A.” F3-41.

1) HomeLink® button 1
2) HomeLink® button 2
3) HomeLink® button 3

2. Press and hold the two outer HomeLink® buttons (button 1 and button 3) until the indicator light begins to flash (after approximately 20 seconds). Then release both buttons. 3. Hold the end of the garage door opener’s hand-held transmitter between 1 and 3 inches (25 and 76 mm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to pro- gram. 4. Simultaneously press and hold both the hand-held transmitter button and the desired HomeLink® button. DO NOT re- lease the buttons until step 5 has been completed.

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! Programming rolling-code-protected

garage door openers in the U.S.A.

If your garage door opener has a rolling code feature, program the HomeLink® Wireless Control System for it by following steps 1 through 5 in “Garage door opener programming in the U.S.A.” F3-40. Then continue with the following steps. NOTE The assistance of a second person may make the programming quicker and easier.

1. Locate the training button on the garage door opener motor head unit. The exact location and color of the button may vary by brand of garage door opener. If it is difficult to locate the training button, refer to your garage door opener’s instruc- – CONTINUED –

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tion manual.

1)

Training button

2. Press the training button on the garage door opener motor head unit (which activates the “training light” on the unit). Proceed to step 3 within 30 seconds. 3. Inside the vehicle, firmly press, hold for 2 seconds and release the HomeLink® button that was programmed in the pre- vious section. Press and release the button a second time to complete the programming procedure.

NOTE Some garage door openers may re- quire you to do the above press-hold- release sequence a third time to com- plete the programming. 4. The garage door opener should now recognize the HomeLink® Wireless Control System and your garage door opener should activate when the HomeLink® button is pressed.

! Programming for entrance gates and

garage door openers in Canada

1. Unplug the motor of the entrance gate or garage door opener from the outlet. NOTE If any of the HomeLink® buttons are already programmed for other devices, skip step 2 because it clears the memory of all three buttons.

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1) HomeLink® button 1
2) HomeLink® button 2
3) HomeLink® button 3

the HomeLink® indicator

2. Press and hold the two outer HomeLink® buttons (button 1 and button 3) until light begins to flash (after approximately 20
seconds). Then release both buttons. 3. Hold the end of the entrance gate’s/ garage door opener’s hand-held transmit- ter between 1 and 3 inches (25 and 76
mm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to program. 4. Press and hold the desired HomeLink® button. 5. Press and release (“cycle”) the hand- held transmitter button every 2 seconds until step 6 is complete.

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6. When the indicator light flashes slowly and then rapidly after several seconds, release both buttons. 7. Plug the motor of the entrance gate/ garage door opener to the outlet. 8. Test your entrance gate/garage door opener by pressing the programmed HomeLink® button.

! Operating the HomeLink® Wireless

Control System

Once programmed, the HomeLink® Wire- less Control System can be used to remote-control the devices to which its buttons are programmed. To activate a device, simply press the appropriate but- ton. The indicator light illuminates, indicat- ing that the signal is being transmitted. ! Programming other devices To program other devices such as door locks, home lighting and security systems, contact HomeLink® at www.homelink.com or call 1-800-355-3515. ! Reprogramming a single HomeLink®

button

1. Press and hold the HomeLink® button you wish to reprogram. DO NOT release the button until step 4 has been com- pleted. 2. When the HomeLink® indicator light

begins to flash slowly (after approximately 20 seconds), position the hand-held trans- mitter of the device between 1 to 3 inches (25 to 76 mm) away from the HomeLink® button you wish to program. 3. Press and hold the hand-held trans- mitter button. The HomeLink® indicator light will flash, first slowly and then rapidly.