2008 Subaru Outback Owner's Manual - Page 176

Instruments and controls 3-57 & Outside mirrors ! Convex mirror (Passenger side) WARNING Objects look smaller in a convex mirror and farther away than when viewed in a flat mirror. Do not use the convex mirror to judge the distance of vehicles behind you when changing lanes. Use the inside mirror (or glance backwards) to determine the actual size and distance of objects that you view in convex mirror. ! Remote control mirror switch when the ignition switch is in the "ON" or "Acc" position. 1. Turn the knob to the "L" side to adjust the left-hand mirror or to the "R" side to adjust the right-hand mirror. 2. Move the knob in the direction you want to move the mirror. 3. Return the knob to the neutral position to prevent unintentional operation. The mirrors can also be adjusted manually. ! Outside mirror defogger (if equipped) Vehicle with automatic climate control system The outside mirror defogger shares the button with rear window defogger. The outside mirror defogger operates only when the ignition switch is in the "ON" position. To turn on the outside mirror defogger, push the button. To turn it off, push the button again. The indicator light located on the button lights up while the outside mirror defogger is operating. Vehicle with manual climate control system The remote control mirrors operate only The defogger will automatically shut off after approximately 15 minutes. If the mirror clears before that time, push the button to turn it off. It also turns off when the ignition switch is turned to the "Acc" or - CONTINUED -