2012 Subaru Forester Owner's Manual - Page 298

5-42 Audio button, the indication changes in the following sequence. Hands-free system (if equipped) NOTE . For models with the genuine SUBARU navigation system, refer to the Owner 's Manual supplement for the navigation system. . When selling your vehicle, make sure that you initialize the Hands-free system to prevent personal data from being improperly accessed. The Hands-free system operates while the ignition switch is in the "Acc" or "ON" position. & Tips for the Hands-free system ! Bluetooth® It is possible to connect a cell phone to the in-vehicle equipment through the Bluetooth® format (wireless) to make a phone call from the in-vehicle equipment or take an incoming phone call. Since the Bluetooth® format is wireless, a connection between the in-vehicle equipment and the cell phone can be made without placing them in close proximity of each other. The cell phone can be used with it left in the breast pocket or bag. ! Folder selection Select a folder in the same way as for a CD. Refer to "Folder selection" F5-28. NOTE . The Hands-free system may not operate properly under the following conditions. - The cell phone is turned off. - The cell phone is not in the phone call area. - The battery of the cell phone has run down. - The cell phone is not connected to the Hands-free system. - The cell phone is behind the seat or in the glove box. - A metal material covers or touches the cell phone. . Depending on the type of cell phone