2005 Subaru Forester Owner's Manual - Page 192

Climate control Automatic climate control system (if equipped) Although this climate control system can be used as a full-automatic climate control system, it can also, if desired, be used as a semi-automatic climate control system. When it is used as a full-automatic climate control system, the outlet air temperature, fan speed, air flow distribution, air inlet control, and air conditioner compressor operation are all automatically controlled to maintain a constant, comfortable temperature inside the vehicle. temperature turns on the air conditioner compressor automatically and the "A/C" indicator light on the control panel comes on. Control panel A B C NOTE Operate the automatic climate control system when the engine is running. When the engine coolant is cold, the blower does not run. In the "AUTO" mode, when the air temperature in the passenger compartment is sufficiently cool, the air conditioner compressor does not operate. For efficient defogging or dehumidifying in cold weather, press the "A/C" button to operate the air conditioner compressor. Even when cooling is not necessary, setting the temperature much lower than the current outlet air D A) B) C) D) E) F) E F US4034BC Temperature control dial Fan speed control dial Air flow control dial Air conditioner button Air inlet selection button Rear window defogger button (Refer to the "Rear window defogger button" in chapter 3.) - CONTINUED - 4-11