Subaru Forester: Outside mirrors / Remote control mirror switch
: Select side to adjust
: Direction control
The remote control mirrors operate only
when the ignition switch is in the “ON” or
“ACC” position.
- Turn the control switch to the side that
you want to adjust. “L” is for the left mirror,
“R” is for the right mirror.
- Move the control switch in the direction
you want to move the mirror.
- Return the control switch to the neutral
position to prevent unintentional operation.
The mirrors can also be adjusted manually.
NOTE
- For models with memory function:
- The outside mirror can be adjusted for approximately 45 seconds
after the following conditions are met.
- The ignition switch is turned to the “OFF” position.
- The door is unlocked using the access key fob.
- The outside mirror angle can be registered with button “1”, “2” or
each of the key fobs.
- For details, refer to “Memory function
(driver’s seat – if equipped)”.
- The outside mirror angle can also be
retrieved with the Driver Monitoring
System user information. To do so,
perform user registration in the Driver
Monitoring System settings. Refer to
“Driver Monitoring System settings”.
When backing up the vehicle, the front
passenger’s side outside mirrors will turn
downward automatically to provide better
rear visibility.
Push the ignition switch to the ON
position...
Other information:
You should perform the following checks
and adjustments every day before you
start driving.
Check that all windows, mirrors, and
lights are clean and unobstructed.
Check the appearance and condition
of the tires. Also check tires for proper
inflation...
Release the parking brake and put the
transmission in the neutral position.
The ignition switch should be in the
“ON” position while the vehicle is being
towed.
Take up slack in the towline slowly to
prevent damage to the vehicle.
WARNING
Never turn the ignition switch to
the “LOCK”/“OFF” position while
the vehicle is being towed because
the steering wheel and the
direction of the wheels will be
locked...