Subaru Outback (BR): Photosensors

The mirror has a photosensor attached on both the front and back sides. During
nighttime driving, these sensors detect distracting glare from vehicle headlights
behind you and automatically dim the mirror to eliminate glare and preserve your
vision. For this reason, use care not to cover the sensors with stickers, or other
similar items. Periodically wipe the sensors clean using a piece of dry soft cotton
cloth or an applicator.
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Compass calibration zones
1. Refer to the “Compass calibration zones” map shown above to verify that the
compass zone setting is correct for your geographical location.
2. Press and hold the
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The front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag uses a dual stage inflator. The inflator
operates in different ways depending on the severity of impact.
The total load on the seat is monitored by the passenger’s occupant detection
system weight sensor under the seat.
Using the total seat load and
A: REMOVAL
1) After disconnecting the battery ground terminal, remove the terminal cover, then disconnect the positive terminal.
2) Remove the battery cable holder from the battery rod.
3) Remove flange nut from the battery rod and remove battery holder.
Remove the battery.
B: INSTALLATION
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