2004 Subaru Outback Owner's Manual - Page 190

Climate control 2. Set the temperature control dial to the red area. 3. Set the fan speed control dial at the highest speed. Automatic climate control system (if equipped) NOTE Operate the automatic climate control system when the engine is running. When the engine coolant is cold, for instance in cold weather, the air flows through the windshield defroster outlets and the blower runs at the lowest speed to prevent cold air from blowing directly against the driver and front passenger. In the "AUTO" mode, if the air temperature in the passenger compartment is cooled down to the specified temperature, the air conditioner compressor stops automatically. For efficient defogging or dehumidifying in cold weather, press the "A/C" switch on. Even when cooling is not necessary, setting the temperature much lower than the current outlet air temperature turns on the air conditioner compressor automatically and the "A/C" indicator light on the control panel comes on. The automatic climate control system automatically controls outlet air temperature, fan speed, air flow distribution air-inlet control, and air conditioner compressor operation. It activates when the "AUTO" switch is - CONTINUED - 4-11