Subaru Outback (BR): Illumination brightness control

The illumination brightness of the clock display, audio, air conditioner, multi
function display and meter/gauge dims under the following conditions.
● when the light switch is in the “ ” or “ ” position
● when the light switch is in the “AUTO” position and the headlights illuminate
automatically
You can adjust the illumination brightness for better visibility.
To brighten, turn the control dial upward.
To darken, turn the control dial downward.
NOTE
● When the control dial is turned fully upward, the illumination brightness becomes
the maximum and the automatic dimming function does not work at all.
● The brightness setting is not canceled even when the ignition switch is turned
to the “LOCK” position.
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The front fog lights operate under the following conditions.
● when the light switch is in the “”
position
● when the light switch is in the “AUTO” position and the headlight
WARNING
In freezing weather, do not use the windshield washer until the windshield is
sufficiently warmed by the defroster.
Otherwise the washer fluid can freeze on the windshield, blocking your v
The wiper operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.
SEE MORE:
A: REMOVAL
1) Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
2) Remove the instrument panel lower cover. <Ref.
to EI-64, REMOVAL, Instrument Panel Lower Cover.>
3) Disconnect the connector from clutch switch.
4) Remove the clutch switches.
B: INSTALLATION
1. CLUTCH SWITCH
1) Move the clevis pin
The leather used by SUBARU is a high quality natural product which will retain
its distinctive appearance and feel for many years with proper care.
Allowing dust or road dirt to build up on the surface can cause the material
to become brittle and to wear prematurely. Regular cleaning with a sof
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