2006 Subaru Outback Owner's Manual - Page 170

Climate control 4-11 automatically. (There is one exception: When the temperature control dial is turned fully counterclockwise, the recirculation mode is automatically selected.) When the outside air mode is selected, a " " indicator light appears on the display. Temperature sensors side of the driver-side part of the center panel - Outside temperature sensor: behind front grille. 1 Continued operation in the " " position may fog up the windows. Switch to the " " position as soon as the outside dusty condition clears. 2 400589 NOTE 1) Solar sensor 2) Interior air temperature sensor When driving on a dusty road or behind a vehicle that emits unpleasant exhaust gases, set the air inlet selection button to the " " position. From time to time, return the air inlet selection button to the " " position to draw outside air into the passenger compartment. The automatic climate control system employs several sensors. These sensors are delicate. If they are treated incorrectly and become damaged, the system may not be able to control the interior temperature correctly. To avoid damaging the sensors, observe the following precautions: - Do not subject the sensors to impact. - Keep water away from the sensors. - Do not cover the sensors. The sensors are located as follows: - Solar sensor: beside windshield defroster grille - Interior air temperature sensor: on the