- Illustrated index
- Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags
- Seats
- Seat heater
- Seat ventilation
- Seatbelts
- Seatbelt extender
- Seatbelt pretensioners
- Rear seat reminder
- Child restraint systems
- SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag)
- Keys and doors
- Keys
- Keyless access with push-button start system
- Immobilizer
- Remote keyless entry system
- Door locks
- Alarm system
- Child safety locks
- Windows
- Rear gate
- Moonroof
- Rear door window sunshades
- Instruments and controls
- Ignition switch (models without "keyless access with push-button start system")
- Push-button ignition switch (models with "keyless access with push-button start system")
- Hazard warning flasher
- Meters and gauges
- Illumination brightness control
- Warning and indicator lights
- Combination meter display (color LCD)
- Center information display (CID)
- Clock
- Valet Mode
- Light control switch
- Steering Responsive Headlight (SRH)
- Headlight beam leveler
- Fog light switch
- Turn signal lever
- Wiper and washer
- Mirrors
- Defogger and deicer
- Tilt/telescopic steering wheel
- Climate control
- Ventilator control
- Climate control panel
- Automatic front climate control operation
- Automatic rear climate control operation
- Manual climate control operation for front climate control
- Manual climate control operation for rear climate control
- Front seat heater and ventilation
- Defrosting
- Operating tips for heater and air conditioner
- Air filtration system
- Audio
- Interior equipment
- Cabin Connect
- Interior lights
- Sun visors
- Overhead console
- Storage compartment
- Power outlets
- USB power supply
- Floor mat
- Assist grip
- Coat hook
- Cargo area cover
- Cargo tie-down hooks
- Under-floor storage compartment
- Surround View Monitor
- Rear view camera
- Starting and operating
- Fuel
- State emission testing (U.S. only)
- Preparing to drive
- Starting and stopping the engine (models without push-button start system)
- Starting and stopping engine (models with push-button start system)
- Remote engine start system (dealer option)
- Continuously variable transmission
- Power steering
- Braking
- ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
- Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system
- Vehicle Dynamics Control system
- X-MODE
- Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (U.S.-spec. models)
- Parking your vehicle
- Hill start assist system
- BSD/RCTA
- Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) system
- Driver Monitoring System
- Driving tips
- New vehicle break-in driving - the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km)
- Engine exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)
- Catalytic converter
- Periodic inspections
- Driving tips for AWD models
- On-road and off-road driving
- Winter driving
- Loading your vehicle
- Trailer hitch (dealer option)
- Trailer towing
- In case of emergency
- If you park your vehicle in case of an emergency
- Maintenance tools
- Spare tire
- Temporary spare tire
- Flat tires
- Jump starting
- Engine overheating
- Towing
- Access key fob - if access key fob does not operate properly
- Rear gate - if the rear gate cannot be opened
- Malfunctions of the center information display
- If your vehicle is involved in an accident
- Appearance care
- Maintenance and service
- Maintenance schedule
- Maintenance precautions
- Engine hood
- Engine compartment overview
- Engine oil
- Cooling system
- Air cleaner element
- Spark plugs
- Brake fluid
- Replacement of brake pad
- Tires and wheels
- Windshield washer fluid
- Replacement of wiper blades
- Battery
- Fuses
- Replacing bulbs
- Replacing key battery
- Specifications
- Consumer information and reporting safety defects
Related manual topics
Exterior care
Washing
CAUTION
When washing your Subaru Ascent, be aware that the braking system may
become wet. This can temporarily increase stopping distance. To restore normal
braking performance, drive at a safe speed and gently apply the brakes to generate
heat and dry the components.
Avoid w ...
System operation
Operating conditions
The BSD/RCTA system in the Subaru Ascent functions only when specific operating
requirements are satisfied. These conditions ensure accurate detection and reliable
system performance.
The ignition switch of the Subaru Ascent is in the "ON" position.
The BSD/ ...