2006 Subaru Impreza Owner's Manual - Page 156

Air conditioner operation (if equipped) Cooling or dehumidifying Defrosting or defogging Automatic climate control system (if equipped) Climate control 4-7 For cooling and dehumidification of the passenger compartment, performing the following steps will allow air to flow through the instrument panel outlets: 1. Set the air inlet selection lever to the “ ” position. 2. Set the air flow control dial to the “ ” position. 3. Set the air conditioner button to the “ON” position. 4. Set the temperature control dial to the blue side. 5. Set the fan speed control dial at the highest speed. 400373 To direct warm air to the windshield and front door windows: 1. Set the air inlet selection lever to the “ ” position. 2. Set the air flow control dial to the “ ” position. 3. Set the temperature control dial to the red side. 4. Set the fan speed control dial at the highest speed. The air conditioner compressor automatically operates when the air flow control dial set in the “ ” or “ ” position to provide better defogging performance. However, the air conditioner indicator light does not come on at this time. 400368 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. 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 temperature – CONTINUED –