Subaru Legacy: Combination meter illumination
When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the various parts of the combination meter are illuminated in the following sequence.
1. Warning lights, indicator lights, meter needles, gauge needles, odometer and
trip meter back light illuminate.
2. Meter needles and gauge needles each show MAX position.
3. Meter needles and gauge needles each show MIN position.
4. Dials and indicators in meters and gauges light up.
5. Regular illumination (for driving) begins.
NOTE
The above sequence of operations may not take place if you quickly turn the ignition switch to start the engine. This is not a malfunction.
Meters and gauges
NOTE
Liquid crystal displays are used in some of the meters and gauges in the combination
meter. You will find their indications hard to see if you wear polarized glasses. ...
Canceling the function for meter/gauge needle movement upon turning on the ignition
switch
It is possible to activate or deactivate the movement of the meter needles and
gauge needles that takes place when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.
1. Turn the ignition swi ...
See also:
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch
The vehicle should be driven with the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system on
for most driving conditions.
If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the VDC system reduces the engine output
to re ...
Maximum allowable speeds
WARNING
When shifting down a gear, ensure that the vehicle is not travelling at a speed
exceeding the Maximum Allowable Speed for the gear which is about to be selected.
Failure to observe this p ...
Radio text
Some stations transmit information on program content, artists, etc. This information
can be shown on the display.
Activate/deactivate in FM mode under Show radio text. ...
