I enjoy your videos. Regarding adaptive cruise, at the 3:30 mark, you said one click up or down will adjust the speed one mph and click/hold will adjust in 5 mph increments. My 2021 Outback is the exact opposite. Click up or down to adjust by 5mph hold up or down for 1 mph adjustments.
@@alexpmo actually we have this issue in our 2022 Ascent and 2022 Forrester - one is click up/down change 5 mph and the other is hold and 5 mph change, makes it confusing as we switch back and forth between cars LOL we absolute love the adaptive cruise control! We do lots of long road trips and it is a game changer. We also use X Mode and AVH all the time because of where we live - my Ascent has the manual button for AVH and stays on when I start... so I always forget to turn it on in the Forrester!
I learned something the other day. My blind spot warning wasn’t working and I couldn’t figure out why. I finally figured out it. I had been moving my mirrors. Instead of putting that knob back in the center after adjusting each mirror i left it pointed to the right mirror. When i moved it back to center, my blindspot feature started working again.
I'm not sure about that..I always have my mirror control set for the right side since I adjust it more often..it doesn't affect blind spot warning at all..I have a '23 forester
Reverse auto braking is startling. It felt like I hit something. It is not shy about slamming on the brake. But I loved it when it saved me from backing into a post. Big smile when I realized what had happened.
My month-old car I thought I hit something and crapped my pants I dreaded looking at the back bumper so I drove for a couple of minutes till I could pull over and do my happiness I saw nothing and realized the reverse Auto braking did its job
I had a bike rack on the back. As soon as I tried to back up it slammed on the brakes. I freaked out! It took me a while to realize the bike was blocking the camera.
It's SUPER startling when it brakes for shadows!! I have to pay attention to notice if there are shadows in the backup camera and I have to turn it off otherwise it will scare the crap out of me when it brakes for nothing!!
I just got a Subaru outback with this feature. I was backing out of parallel and it slammmmmmmmmed the break and it sounded terrible? Like cranking gears. Should I have it check out???
Two days ago I bought my first ever Subaru. It's a 2024 Forester Wilderness. I've pretty much driven VW's. going all the way back to my high school days in the mid 70's. I've had a few Toyota's here and there, but never a Subaru. Now in my 60's the larger windows and driving assists are great. Vehicles sure have come along way from my first ever new car, a 1974 VW Beetle.
@@subiesojourner777 that’s awesome! miss my gti. Unfortunately, I lost it in an accident otherwise I’d still have it. Purchased with my grandpa when I was 16 so it meant a lot to me
I hate auto start stop. I live in an area where there are a lot of stop signs. So you are only stopped for a second. The car turns off and on again almost immediately. The car shudders. This can’t be good. I wish we could default it off. I believe California and perhaps some other states require it which is ,I suspect, the real reason Subaru has it. I have to train myself to shut it off every time I start the car.
I agree. I have to always push that button when I start my car. I like my subaru, but all the electronic crap is pathetic and unnecessary. When you buy your subaru you are invited to go to a class in order to learn how to drive it.
Alex, you are the bomb! Our Subaru dealer uses your videos for training on new cars. We just got a new 2025 ONYX. Please remind people if their AVH is on and they go into a car wash with a belt drive and you put your car in neutral, AVH MUST be turned off! I've had this happen twice and the car starts shuddering, all kinds of lights come on, and the car wash attendant stops the belt, looks at me, then yells , “Do you know how to put your car in neutral?!!” Duh, yes, but I didn't realize the first time why it happened. Learned my lesson!! Keep up the great videos!!
Driving my 2023 Ascent North on a steep downhill section of Highway 5 towards Ashland Oregon with cruise control and lane centering on and a light one-handed touch on the steering wheel, I discovered that in a sharper than usual curve, Lane Centering will automatically shut off. So there I am in a sharper than usual left curve when, Yikes! Lane centering is gone and suddenly I am speeding towards the shoulder with steep cliff in front of me. I quickly grip the wheel with both hands while tapping the brakes and correcting my direction. So far, so good, except tapping the brakes turned off the cruise control so now I've entered a steep, sharper than usual right curve at 75 MPH while gaining speed and rapidly closing on the tail of a slow moving big rig. Luckily, I had space to swing around the big rig. My advice, use cruise control and lane centering for long flat sections and shut it off in the mountains. Other than that, I have had this car for 9 months and absolutely love it. It is a joy to drive, especially on long trips.
Dynamic Cruise Control in the mtns is fine and safe, but relying on the lane centering on curvy roads is not recommneded. I've been using the DCC thru the mountians for years now, but I never rely on lane centering, in fact I find it annoying and don't use it at all.
Also, never rely on any of the driver assist features when driving in heavy rain. This includes the DCC, which can turn off if the cameras struggle to see thru the heavy rain.
It depends on the speed too, itll work fine on sharp curves if you're going not too fast. If you're going too fast + a sharp curve, the cameras wont be able to keep up
I'm in Japan and just purchased a 2018 Forester, the model that came out in August of 2018 so it has the 2019 model type. It has all these features in it.
Off subject, but,... a very important setting for your Subaru is the TIRE PRESSURES. Subaru door sticker(on my 2017 Outback) states 32psi - front and 30 psi - rear. Out here, in West Texas, it can go from 75° to - 2° in one day. I have found that I can set my tire pressures higher, and just compute the ratio to keep them in sync. I run 38psi - front and 36.5psi - rear. My fuel consumption from West Texas to Iowa averaged 29.7mpg. I LOVE MY OUTBACK. 3rd one!
2023 Subaru forester touring: the auto stop/start default is to turn the engine off when braking to stop. If I step hard on the brake the engine stops. In the same default mode, I've discovered I can lightly step on the brake and stop the car and the engine stays on. The only time I step hard on the brake is when there is an obvious lengthy stop such as passing train. I don't like the feel of the motor stopping and starting up.
same on the 2020 - i liken this function to a digital camera that has a slight detent in the shutter button that will display all info in viewfinder but not take the photo - once you get the feel of the pedal… it becomes 2nd nature to press harder to shut engine or lightly at a 4 way stop - good point !!
The first car I owned with adaptive cruise was my wife's Ford. At first I didn't think I was going to like it, but after getting used to the way it works I'm sold. So much so that I ordered it on my new truck. One little tip for those that get their first car with the option. If you're on an interstate following a vehicle in the right lane, and they take the off ramp, the radar will pick up the quick deceleration of the vehicle leaving the interstate if the angle is just right. So, be prepared as your car may feel like it's throwing on the brakes if that happens. I usually put a bit of pressure on the gas pedal to override the the ACC, so I don't get that sudden deceleration.
Great explanation of these functions. I am so glad that all of the functions had not moved to the touchscreen on my 2022 Forester. Eliminates the self-doubt that maybe I should've waited to get a 2023 or 2024.
Here's a tip I have discovered. I like having the cruise control acceleration on comfort. When a car in front of me starts to move over, and I'm following at 2 or 3 bars, I click the follow distance down to minimum as they get out of the way. Then bump it back up after they have moved over. This way my OB starts accelerating sooner instead of faster, and I still stay comfortable, safe, and better gas mileage.
The toughest thing w adaptive cruise control is when cars are exiting on a ramp, my car will slam on the brakes to slow me, sighting the exiting vehicle. I try my best to move over a lane to avoid the braking.
You can press the accelerator (gently) to counteract the cars deceleration to avoid this. Then once it's clear just let back of the accelerator and it resumes doing it's thing.
That Auto Stop Start is such a pain in the ass. You have to disable the app Every time you start your car. I’m quite sure that the amount of gasoline that you save will NOT save you enough fuel for the cost of a new starter.
A/S/S is a pain in the a** but when you use AVH it's a joy. As far as starter reliability, Toyota (owns 100% of Subaru) throws a CEL after 384.000 starts, fix is to replace the starter and reset counter. 20+ starts a day for 50 years.
@@lukasware Actually Toyota only owns 40% of Subaru. If Toyota owned all of Subaru then Toyota would start using Subaru’s symmetrical AWD systems in their AWD vehicles because it’s superior over everyone else’s AWD systems, except for Audi’s Quattro AWD system. Subaru went into bed with Toyota because Subaru doesn’t have enough knowledge on how to produce a reliable hybrid system or an EV system.
Leave it off next time you drive. When you come to a complete stop, DON'T try to push the break pedal thru the floor. Just put enough pressure on it to keep you from creeping forward .....the auto start/stop shouldn't engage. It takes some getting use to, but with my '21 Limited, I've got it down to a science. 😉
Auto start stop eliminator is a must buy. You will never have to push the button again. It's a super easy install under the diver seat. Worth every penny.
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I would call the Auto Stop Start system CONDITIONAL Auto Stop Start. I own a '24 Crosstrek Sport and love this system and how seamless it operates. Alex is correct about this system not working when it's really cold out or you're cold starting the car and just pulling out of your parking space. It will not engage when the engine is cold. When we had very cold temps here in Chicago a couple of weeks ago, the ASS system did not engage at all that whole week. Now that the temp is in the 30's and 40's F, it engages once your engine temp is around the middle of the dial on the dash and you come to a complete stop. You won't get much more than about a 30 second stop before the engine kicks on again. Since my last fill up last week using ASS, I've saved around 0.42 gallon of gas using a bit more than a half a tank and a total of about 50+ mins of ASS engagement. It's not a ton of gas saved, but multiplied out by millions of cars on the road, it could really make a big difference in reducing emissions. Definitely use this with Auto Vehicle Hold, the feature Alex talked about as well here. Thanks Alex!
Just received my 2024 forester touring Blue and I’m very happy with the design. Had a 2014 and enjoyed so much that decided to get the 2024. Looking forward to watching your videos and applying it to real driving. Thanks for all the great content, ❤❤
So I saw this TH-cam video, and several others, criticise the allegedly under powered engine on this 2.0R Crosstrek. Then I drove 2 of these cars. A friends, and then a demo car at a Dealer. I literally laughed and came to conclusion ALL of these car reviewers are petrol heads who want a racing car and routinely speed on Aussie roads. This car is no petrol gusssling racer but has more than adequate power and acceleration for the average driver. It doesn't need a 2.5L engine. I wouldn't recommend this car for a family of 4 but it's great as is for a single person or couple. Contrary to this review it's also quiet, doesn't whine and has excellent boot space. After laughing at this review I bought the 2.0R Crosstrek :)
Prestigiacomo is such a cool name. Our ancestors from Sicily dropped the Presti-. Then changed the pronunciation of Giacomo to make it more American. Nice channel. I want to get my wife a subi
The old way of putting your Subie into Xmode is SOOO much easier. In my wife’s Outback, you simply push 1 buttons. In my Forester Touring, I simply rotate the dial. I do like the newer system that it will disengage at above 25mph and then reengage when you get to 25mph or below. On our Subie’s we have to engage it Every time and in my Forester it won’t engage unless I’m going Under 10mph.
I’ll be ordering a 2025 Forester as soon as they are available and am soaking up all the information I can get. Your videos are extremely helpful. Thank you!
I love your knowledge and assistance. I'm on my third Subaru Forester and I wasn't aware of some of the things you talk about. Probably because the manual is as thick as a dictionary. That's the one thing they should work on because it's hard to find what you are looking for.
@@nolamar1I attempted to post a link but it was removed, these are available through Amazon. I purchased the Karltys brand. Be sure to choose one for your correct year and model.
Just picked up a 2024 Crosstrek limited I love it... I almost broke down and spent the HUNDO to defeat the Auto Stop/Start 😁 but Cash is tight so I'm committing it to memory every time I start the car otherwise it's been flawless
Great vid as always. We own 4 Subaru's. I honestly dont find the majority of the modes the least bit helpful. I hate the auto start and the second I am done buckling my belt I shut it off. The reverse breaking is great. I have used the adaptive cruise control a few times on longer trips and really dont like being paced by whatever is in front of you. My 2 biggest gripes are the lane assist and the eye sight technology. If I am tired I will throw on the lane assist but really dont like the feeling of having the wheel pulling away from you. We have an off camber corner about 2 miles from our house. In all the 4 cars we have if the lane assist is on the wheel literally jerks away from you in the WRONG direction. Its crazy. It wants to pull you into oncoming traffic. I have spoken with the service center who tells me they get complaints from time to time regarding this. They have confirmed my settings are all correct. It must be reading the lines wrong? Last is the eyesight crash technology. Lets say you are moving down the high way in the middle lane at 65. The guy in the left decides he is going to try to ctach the exit all the way over to the right and crosses in front of you. Under normal circumstances you would let off the gas and slightly brake. With eyesight if he is close enough it slams the brakes on giving you and everyone behind you some fun to deal with. Sam ething if you are in the right lane and want to pass to the left. If you swipe too close to the rear of the car you are passing it will slam the brakes on. Not much fun. I turn just about everything off. I think the safety, reliability and high mileage capability outweighs the "nanny" switches.
If you use the auto vehicle hold in a drive thru it will turn the emergency brake if you have to open your door. This happened to me in a Walgreens drive thru because I’m short I had to open the door to reach. Now I only use this in a traffic situation.
I just purchased a 2024 Outback package option 21. We were driving on a 55mph highway with minimal hills and no traffic. My husband used the cruise for the first time. With the cruise on the engine RPM was changing nonstop. With cruise off the RPM held steady and didn’t fluctuate. At this point we feel that we can’t use the cruise. It wouldn’t be economical. We don’t want a vehicle that you can’t use the cruise on.
AVH is the best. Even happier that they allowed it to be added to the Home Screen after the latest update so You don’t have to go digging for it under the car settings every time you start up the car. ❤
Thank you, Alex! Your videos are a great way to learn our Subaru's features. Great explanations, they are appreciated. Even though I already know most of these, I usually learn something that I didn't know previously.
Omg! I learn so much with your videos. I have a 2023 Crosstrek Limited and all I know about my car is from your videos. I have not had any good information or help from the dealership I purchased my car from. Thank you.
Really appreciate your videos here in Australia. Bizarrely Subaru Australia only provides a hard copy stack of manuals, no PDFs. These are impossible to use with small text etc. I just use your videos when I want to check how to use a function. Now on a MY23 Touring, took our MY21 Touring across the Nullarbor and throughout the Outback, amazing. Gave it to our daughter for her growing family and picked up the MY23 from our fave dealer without a test drive. Quick trick I found out the hard way. Steering lock activated when parked in the middle of nowhere, fix is to have foot on brake and jiggle the steering wheel whilst pressing the start button. Luckily we had a SatPhone to call our dealer.
The cruise control is great in heavy traffic!! You can forget breaking and when the traffic starts to move you push the knob up and starts with cruise control again!! ❤❤❤
Enjoying your videos... would you consider putting "time stamps" for each feature... I have a 2022 standard so could have jumped past some information... !
Great vid! I always turn on AVH whenever I am in my car. EDIT: I've never used X Mode. You suggested to use it when the weather might cause the roads to be slippery, I'll try that. I was under the impression X Mode is for off-roading, but it's OK to use in normal everyday driving if conditions are bad?
I have a 2023 Crosstrek premium with no other options. I think all the whistles and bells are more of a distraction like reading or texting while driving. How many times do you take your eyes off the road trying to adjust, turn on of off some of these features. Other than that I like the car.
Thank you for not making me feel like I was the only person that thinks this way! This is some engineers idea to bilk people. Without these unnecessary devices- the Crosstrek is a 20,000 dollar car. ❤
@@raymonddeflaviis2306I hear you. With the hardware in place, most of these features are just software so cost Subaru very little to include. Of course we can choose to only use the ones we like, but every extra button to ignore or avoid strips a little joy from the user experience. Great User interface design is hard.
I couldn't imagine anyone wanting to turn off the adaptive cruise control. That's my favorite car feature I've ever seen since I've been driving. It's the only reason I'd ever want to drive my wife's Outback on a long trip over my WRX.
You are wonderful I love my Subaru Forrester, there is so much this vehicle does that it confuses me some days. Your videos are so helpful. It’s almost like you’re sitting in the car with me. Thank you for all your help. You are the best.
Great channel!! Just purchased our first Subaru. It’s nice to learn about all these features on my timeline. It’s to much to take in during the 15 minute orientation. Plus I’ve shown a couple. Of the salespeople features they did not know about. It’s a good channel for them to recommend to new and prospective owners.
Great channel. Here in Canada the trim levels have different names, but features available more or less the same, so the info you give is very helpful.
I've had my Forester Sport for two months now and I'm appreciating these videos. I've noticed that the cruise control lane centering likes to place my car very close to the right line at the side of the road, even on a long straightaway. If I let it do what it wants, there's about 4-5 times more space on the drivers side than the passenger side which I'm sure annoys the heck out of drivers in the lane to the right of me and I'm annoyed that it keeps dragging me off center. Is the centering technology adjustable so that I can get it set to center me with equal space on both sides of the car? If not, I'm going to quit using it unless I plan to stay in the slow lane.
I was so excited to have the lane centering feature on my ‘20 Outback but sadly ran in to the exact same thing. My arms would get tired from how much I kept having to pull the car to the left to stop it from being right on the right line.
Love the videos! I just bought a 2024 Forester (from a 2009 Forester that is going to my 16 year old niece). The features between the two are...pretty different, haha. The videos have been a bit help.
When I press up on my speed adjuster, it tends to keep going up until I manually press down. This occurred in my old Subarus (2014 Forester and 2016 Crosstrek) and my new 2024 Crosstrek Wilderness.
Hey Alex I literally love your little channel that you have going. Something I’ve been dying to see from you is a new WRX GT, could you PLEASE make this happen? Pretty pretty please! I’d love to learn more about it and the differences between buying the WRX and buying a Legacy or a Crosstrek or even an Outback! -Dawson
We are about to buy our 2021 Subaru XV and I’m so pleased to have found your site although our steering wheel is on the right (correct) hand side of the car.😂
I'm glad crosstrek has it, I've rented cars with it and it's fantastic. One reason we just bought the crosstrek sport. The price was great with all wheel drive included
Getting ready to buy our 3rd subaru. 2025 model. You are definitely next level level. Great character. Thank you for the videos. Really appreciate them.
I would love it if all my setting would "latch". I like everything how I like it and I don't want to have to change setting each time I drive my car. Sorry love my 2012 Subaru but will not be buying a new one until I don't have to monkey with setting EACH AND EVERY DRIVE.
Hi Alex, great videos! My dad just bought a 2024 crosstrek and was driving it for the first time at night. He was really bothered by the brightness of both the center dashboard (above the steering wheel) and the brightness of the touchscreen area when the map was being displayed. Do you have any videos that show how to modify the brightness of those things? Thanks!
Thank you!!! I got the 2024 outback last week after a car accident. I have NO experience with subarus but they had a special going. It feels... like too much compared to my 2020 hyundai. 😅 I'm not used to all these features.
I have a 2018 Subaru outback touring 3.6 and have all of these features. I have used the X mode on a gnarly four-wheel-drive Trail and it worked great. The sound of both that and the downhill feature stress out my husband.😆 maybe with the newer models the lane keeping feature works smoother, but on my car it’s very offputting… Feels kind of jerky to me - I never use it. The one feature I’m not sure I have so I’ll need to sit in my car and watch your video, is the acceleration adjustment in adaptive cruise control. That is such a bonus! QUESTION: Is there a way to use the cameras to film ongoing video in case of an accident? I know this may be a stretch, but wondering if there is a chip that can be added to the computer? Thanks so much for these ongoing tips, they’re so helpful! 🙏🏻
I have a 2023 Forester and thank you for your teaching videos. You may have covered this topic before, however my question is what is the benefit of the mpg bar above the speed limit indicator? One side is yellow and the other side is green. How does seeing this indicator help me drive to get better mileage? Is this indicator necessary? Can I get rid of it? Thanks
Alex, I bought a 2024 Outlook last month. After owning it for about a week, I noticed that the red light for the alarm is always on, with the car unlocked. I took it to the dealer and the service writer told me the alarm light is supposed to be on all the time. I have owned a number of cars and the only time that alarm light is on is when car is locked. Is alarm light supposed to be on constantly? If not, how do I set it so that it only lights when the car is locked.
I have found that using X-mode in the winter does nothing if you're using all season tires. If you're on a snowy incline and all four wheels don't have traction, you're not going anywhere. The owner's manual states that you should use snow tires in the winter which pretty much eliminates the need for X-mode.
I have a 2023 Crosstrek w/6-speed manual. I am so glad I don't have to deal with these features/issues. I feel all these safety features are actually creating substandard drivers. Counting on tech. to save you, not your own ability, resulting in the lack of driving skills; will not make our roads safer. What do I know... just an old guy that loves driving.
Alex, great video series, thank you so much! I have a 2021 Subaru Forester that has the eye ball assistive technology. What do you recommend for a windshield tint plan that will not interfere with the eye ball technology? TIA!
Alex, thanks for all your videos. We just bought a 2024 Ascent limited and can't find the auto start / stop button on my display. Does it have one? Does the car have to be moving? Thanks for all the info I learned more from you then when we picked up the vehicle form the salesperson....Thanks
Alex. I have a 2023 Subaru Forester. If I have only conventional cruise control on does the Pre-Collision Braking activate if the Forester gets too close too the vehicle in front (i.e. no collision distant is set) ? Secondly does the Pre-Collision Braking activate if driving with no cruise control on and you are approaching too close to the vehicle in front (car in front makes abrupt stop) ? Can I assume the Eyesight cameras are always on and working unless I specifically deactivate the pre-collision braking manually with the deactivate button. Thanks
Very informative video, thanks! Question: I’m driving my 2019 Crosstrek Plug-in Hybrid mostly in purely electric mode, since my trips are usually very short; after about 1.5 years, the original 12V battery died, and I had to replace it. The guy at the dealership claimed that it was because the 12V battery only gets recharged when the gas engine runs, so driving mostly electric depletes it completely. I doubt that that’s true, but can you confirm either way?
My subaru wishlist. A return of a CD player and direct microdisc into the indash sound system. Plus I wish for more sound options, including amps and sound modifications, such as Folk, Rock and classical modes. Finally, the option available in Japan, a diesel hybrid AWD would be one I'd buy.
I just got my Crosstrek 2024, the base model in my country is the Premium Plus, so I got that one. The Auto Start-Stop option is included but doesn't actually seem to work in my country, the dealership told me that it has something to do with the altitude of my city and still haven't noticed it working. 🤔
Great video. Came out of a BMW 3 series and opted for a 2024 Outback Touring XT instead of an X3. Can't believe how much I love it (I was worried). Great decision! However, I will now look into the M3 Competition for my "fun" car.
Great video, What car are you showing in this video? Crosstrek, Forester. Outback?? . I have a 2024 Forester Limited, but the screen is different and I have the auto-engine-off button at my lef knee level. I did not check if it is also on some setting on the screen
Thanks so much. I have my class tomorrow at the dealer, and I'm making some notes beforehand. I'm moving to MN and want to learn what I can about my '23 Forester in preparation for my life up in snowy MN. I had my last car (not a Subaru) for 16 yrs, and I'm not techno minded anyway - so lots of buttons to learn (and remember!!). I'll get there - but making a list of things so I don't forget they even exist!! 😂 Thanks for the reminder about 'X-mode'!
Thank you for your insightful information. I purchased a new Subaru Outback about 6 months ago (Victoria, Australia). At the time I set the seat too high. Subsequently, every time I get into the car it does a seat change to this initial setting and I have to manually stop it and change it to the last setting that was used. I have tried various things to remedy the situation all to no avail. How can I make the new seat position remembered for the next time I use the car.
Alex, have you done a vehicle on cleaning the interior of these subies? I just bought a 24 obw and need recommendations on what kinds of supplies I should be using. Like how do people clean that dash when it gets dusty?
I have a 2024 outback wilderness. I stopped using the lane departure assist because i live in the city and its always picking up on cracks in the road, which makes it feel unsafe when that happens going around a turn and the steering wheel tightens up. My question is will the auto start stop shut off the engine if the turbo has not cooled down to an acceptable temperature?
I have a 2022 Forester PREMIUM. As I have been reading online, a lot of people are having issues with Starlink and Apple Car Play. When using Car Play and maps for navigation, it starts up fine, then shuts down. Comes back on, shuts down. Last time, the entire screen was inaccessible with the radio still playing,but all control was gone. Couldn’t use volume or even turn it off. I have read this is a big issues with a couple of years models. Any real fixes for this? It did have the update last year, but that did not fix anything.
I had no idea you could turn off the adaptive cruise, thanks for the tip. I have noticed if the windshield is frosty or dirty the adaptive cruise control will not work, it shuts off the eyesight. If i turn off the adaptive cruise control, will I still be able to use cruise control when the eyesight is turned off?
I felt that my 2017 Forester decelerated a lot whenever I lifted off the gas pedal, more than usual. I’ve seen that you have the lane departure warning turned off on a lot of your videos, I did the dame and the behavior of the vehicle changed completely. Now is not decelerating as much, could you please confirm that the aforementioned feature does this as well as a safety measure?
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I enjoy your videos. Regarding adaptive cruise, at the 3:30 mark, you said one click up or down will adjust the speed one mph and click/hold will adjust in 5 mph increments. My 2021 Outback is the exact opposite. Click up or down to adjust by 5mph hold up or down for 1 mph adjustments.
Oops! I totally forgot to mention this changed for 2023 and newer Subarus. Prior years were opposite just like yours
@alexpmo So what do we need to do to correct this on our 2021 models.
@@tommyt9194 unfortunately there isn’t a way to change this on previous models.
I had a 2020 Outback and when I got my 2023 I noticed it was different. It took no effort to get used to the different.
I like the change.
@@alexpmo actually we have this issue in our 2022 Ascent and 2022 Forrester - one is click up/down change 5 mph and the other is hold and 5 mph change, makes it confusing as we switch back and forth between cars LOL we absolute love the adaptive cruise control! We do lots of long road trips and it is a game changer. We also use X Mode and AVH all the time because of where we live - my Ascent has the manual button for AVH and stays on when I start... so I always forget to turn it on in the Forrester!
I learned something the other day. My blind spot warning wasn’t working and I couldn’t figure out why. I finally figured out it. I had been moving my mirrors. Instead of putting that knob back in the center after adjusting each mirror i left it pointed to the right mirror. When i moved it back to center, my blindspot feature started working again.
Good thing to know
Oh wow! Thanks, didn’t know that!
I'm not sure about that..I always have my mirror control set for the right side since I adjust it more often..it doesn't affect blind spot warning at all..I have a '23 forester
@@peterjuodikis1204 very strange. Might just be a fluke with mine.
I keep the mirror adjustment knob on my 22 WRX turned to the left most of the time, and I've never had the blind spot monitoring light issue either.
Reverse auto braking is startling. It felt like I hit something. It is not shy about slamming on the brake. But I loved it when it saved me from backing into a post. Big smile when I realized what had happened.
My month-old car I thought I hit something and crapped my pants I dreaded looking at the back bumper so I drove for a couple of minutes till I could pull over and do my happiness I saw nothing and realized the reverse Auto braking did its job
Learning experience for me: turn off RAB when backing a trailer! RAB thinks you are going to hit it, and brakes hard.
I had a bike rack on the back. As soon as I tried to back up it slammed on the brakes. I freaked out! It took me a while to realize the bike was blocking the camera.
It's SUPER startling when it brakes for shadows!! I have to pay attention to notice if there are shadows in the backup camera and I have to turn it off otherwise it will scare the crap out of me when it brakes for nothing!!
I just got a Subaru outback with this feature. I was backing out of parallel and it slammmmmmmmmed the break and it sounded terrible? Like cranking gears. Should I have it check out???
Two days ago I bought my first ever Subaru. It's a 2024 Forester Wilderness. I've pretty much driven VW's. going all the way back to my high school days in the mid 70's. I've had a few Toyota's here and there, but never a Subaru. Now in my 60's the larger windows and driving assists are great. Vehicles sure have come along way from my first ever new car, a 1974 VW Beetle.
Subarus are great. I also used to drive VWs, I now have a 22 outback and love how safe subbies are
I came from driving VWs also! My mkiv 20th anniversary gti is still my favorite car I’ve ever owned 😁
@@alexpmo I still have my 2003 New Beetle Turbo S. Less than 60k miles on it. 😁
@@subiesojourner777 that’s awesome! miss my gti. Unfortunately, I lost it in an accident otherwise I’d still have it. Purchased with my grandpa when I was 16 so it meant a lot to me
@@alexpmo mk4 and mk5 jettas, I miss the sound of the 5 cylinder mk5
I hate auto start stop. I live in an area where there are a lot of stop signs. So you are only stopped for a second. The car turns off and on again almost immediately. The car shudders. This can’t be good. I wish we could default it off. I believe California and perhaps some other states require it which is ,I suspect, the real reason Subaru has it. I have to train myself to shut it off every time I start the car.
I hate it too
I agree. I have to always push that button when I start my car. I like my subaru, but all the electronic crap is pathetic and unnecessary. When you buy your subaru you are invited to go to a class in order to learn how to drive it.
Surprised you can’t turn it off…had a Mini you could use it, or not. Crazy to not be able to select it on or off.
@@JDT64You can.
Search auto start stop killer
Alex, you are the bomb! Our Subaru dealer uses your videos for training on new cars. We just got a new 2025 ONYX. Please remind people if their AVH is on and they go into a car wash with a belt drive and you put your car in neutral, AVH MUST be turned off! I've had this happen twice and the car starts shuddering, all kinds of lights come on, and the car wash attendant stops the belt, looks at me, then yells , “Do you know how to put your car in neutral?!!” Duh, yes, but I didn't realize the first time why it happened.
Learned my lesson!!
Keep up the great videos!!
Driving my 2023 Ascent North on a steep downhill section of Highway 5 towards Ashland Oregon with cruise control and lane centering on and a light one-handed touch on the steering wheel, I discovered that in a sharper than usual curve, Lane Centering will automatically shut off. So there I am in a sharper than usual left curve when, Yikes! Lane centering is gone and suddenly I am speeding towards the shoulder with steep cliff in front of me. I quickly grip the wheel with both hands while tapping the brakes and correcting my direction. So far, so good, except tapping the brakes turned off the cruise control so now I've entered a steep, sharper than usual right curve at 75 MPH while gaining speed and rapidly closing on the tail of a slow moving big rig. Luckily, I had space to swing around the big rig. My advice, use cruise control and lane centering for long flat sections and shut it off in the mountains. Other than that, I have had this car for 9 months and absolutely love it. It is a joy to drive, especially on long trips.
Dynamic Cruise Control in the mtns is fine and safe, but relying on the lane centering on curvy roads is not recommneded. I've been using the DCC thru the mountians for years now, but I never rely on lane centering, in fact I find it annoying and don't use it at all.
Also, never rely on any of the driver assist features when driving in heavy rain. This includes the DCC, which can turn off if the cameras struggle to see thru the heavy rain.
@@SM-McKraken The same applies for any conditions that limit visibility, e.g. heavy fog, snow, smoke, etc.
It depends on the speed too, itll work fine on sharp curves if you're going not too fast. If you're going too fast + a sharp curve, the cameras wont be able to keep up
I own three Subaru’s. This channel is “must” viewing. Thanks, Alex.
Agreed! Amazing channel. So interesting and informative
MUST. In caps
I'm in Japan and just purchased a 2018 Forester, the model that came out in August of 2018 so it has the 2019 model type. It has all these features in it.
Off subject, but,... a very important setting for your Subaru is the TIRE PRESSURES.
Subaru door sticker(on my 2017 Outback) states 32psi - front and 30 psi - rear.
Out here, in West Texas, it can go from 75° to - 2° in one day.
I have found that I can set my tire pressures higher, and just compute the ratio to keep them in sync.
I run 38psi - front and 36.5psi - rear. My fuel consumption from West Texas to Iowa averaged 29.7mpg.
I LOVE MY OUTBACK. 3rd one!
2023 Subaru forester touring: the auto stop/start default is to turn the engine off when braking to stop. If I step hard on the brake the engine stops. In the same default mode, I've discovered I can lightly step on the brake and stop the car and the engine stays on. The only time I step hard on the brake is when there is an obvious lengthy stop such as passing train. I don't like the feel of the motor stopping and starting up.
During an obvious lengthy stop like a train you should be in Park.
same on the 2020 - i liken this function to a digital camera that has a slight detent in the shutter button that will display all info in viewfinder but not take the photo - once you get the feel of the pedal… it becomes 2nd nature to press harder to shut engine or lightly at a 4 way stop - good point !!
The first car I owned with adaptive cruise was my wife's Ford. At first I didn't think I was going to like it, but after getting used to the way it works I'm sold. So much so that I ordered it on my new truck. One little tip for those that get their first car with the option. If you're on an interstate following a vehicle in the right lane, and they take the off ramp, the radar will pick up the quick deceleration of the vehicle leaving the interstate if the angle is just right. So, be prepared as your car may feel like it's throwing on the brakes if that happens. I usually put a bit of pressure on the gas pedal to override the the ACC, so I don't get that sudden deceleration.
Great explanation of these functions. I am so glad that all of the functions had not moved to the touchscreen on my 2022 Forester. Eliminates the self-doubt that maybe I should've waited to get a 2023 or 2024.
Here's a tip I have discovered. I like having the cruise control acceleration on comfort. When a car in front of me starts to move over, and I'm following at 2 or 3 bars, I click the follow distance down to minimum as they get out of the way. Then bump it back up after they have moved over. This way my OB starts accelerating sooner instead of faster, and I still stay comfortable, safe, and better gas mileage.
We used X-mode in our Crosstrek once going down a steep, slippery, very rutty hill. It was amazing. The car took us down slowly and smoothly.
The toughest thing w adaptive cruise control is when cars are exiting on a ramp, my car will slam on the brakes to slow me, sighting the exiting vehicle. I try my best to move over a lane to avoid the braking.
turn it off for a minute
You can press the accelerator (gently) to counteract the cars deceleration to avoid this. Then once it's clear just let back of the accelerator and it resumes doing it's thing.
@@brookeadkins4208THIS! Tap the accelerator lightly.
That Auto Stop Start is such a pain in the ass.
You have to disable the app Every time you start your car.
I’m quite sure that the amount of gasoline that you save will NOT save you enough fuel for the cost of a new starter.
A/S/S is a pain in the a** but when you use AVH it's a joy. As far as starter reliability, Toyota (owns 100% of Subaru) throws a CEL after 384.000 starts, fix is to replace the starter and reset counter. 20+ starts a day for 50 years.
I love it!
@@lukasware Actually Toyota only owns 40% of Subaru. If Toyota owned all of Subaru then Toyota would start using Subaru’s symmetrical AWD systems in their AWD vehicles because it’s superior over everyone else’s AWD systems, except for Audi’s Quattro AWD system.
Subaru went into bed with Toyota because Subaru doesn’t have enough knowledge on how to produce a reliable hybrid system or an EV system.
@@JohnvanGurp You will until you have to pay $1,800 for a new starter
Leave it off next time you drive.
When you come to a complete stop, DON'T try to push the break pedal thru the floor. Just put enough pressure on it to keep you from creeping forward .....the auto start/stop shouldn't engage.
It takes some getting use to, but with my '21 Limited, I've got it down to a science. 😉
Auto start stop eliminator is a must buy. You will never have to push the button again. It's a super easy install under the diver seat. Worth every penny.
ALEX😊 THANKS 4 ALL YOUR FANTASTIC information on your channel 😀
I have had the blessing & joy of driving my 92' ASTRO VAN for 26 years come this June NO SAFETY FEATURES including an airbag 😮
At 404,280 miles on her " original " motor/ trany Ive looked @ FORESTERS now for at least 2 years ....FINALLY BUYING MY 1st " NEW CAR " 😂...A BEAUTIFUL BLUE 2024 SUBARU FORESTER only 💙 2 days ago ....SO BLOWN AWAY on ALL these INCREDIBLE SAFETY FEATURES ..😮 GADJETS I " now" have to adjust 2 .....SO REALLY REALLY APPRECIATE ALL YOUR EFFORTS & TIME in educating all of us fornuate 2 beable to OWN one of these ABSOLUTELY AMAZING cars ❤🎉
YES!!! I am keeping my AMAZING BELOVED ASTRO 2 as she has carried my friends & family on MANY MANY WONDERFUL ADVENTURES ...& still can plus B MY TOWN CAR & COSTCO RUNNER 😂
Will WATCH ALL your VIDEOS & make sure to inform my SALESMAN & EASTSIDE SUBARU about your channel 😀
THANKS AGAIN 😊
I would call the Auto Stop Start system CONDITIONAL Auto Stop Start. I own a '24 Crosstrek Sport and love this system and how seamless it operates. Alex is correct about this system not working when it's really cold out or you're cold starting the car and just pulling out of your parking space. It will not engage when the engine is cold. When we had very cold temps here in Chicago a couple of weeks ago, the ASS system did not engage at all that whole week. Now that the temp is in the 30's and 40's F, it engages once your engine temp is around the middle of the dial on the dash and you come to a complete stop. You won't get much more than about a 30 second stop before the engine kicks on again. Since my last fill up last week using ASS, I've saved around 0.42 gallon of gas using a bit more than a half a tank and a total of about 50+ mins of ASS engagement. It's not a ton of gas saved, but multiplied out by millions of cars on the road, it could really make a big difference in reducing emissions. Definitely use this with Auto Vehicle Hold, the feature Alex talked about as well here. Thanks Alex!
Just received my 2024 forester touring Blue and I’m very happy with the design. Had a 2014 and enjoyed so much that decided to get the 2024. Looking forward to watching your videos and applying it to real driving. Thanks for all the great content, ❤❤
So I saw this TH-cam video, and several others, criticise the allegedly under powered engine on this 2.0R Crosstrek. Then I drove 2 of these cars. A friends, and then a demo car at a Dealer. I literally laughed and came to conclusion ALL of these car reviewers are petrol heads who want a racing car and routinely speed on Aussie roads. This car is no petrol gusssling racer but has more than adequate power and acceleration for the average driver. It doesn't need a 2.5L engine. I wouldn't recommend this car for a family of 4 but it's great as is for a single person or couple. Contrary to this review it's also quiet, doesn't whine and has excellent boot space. After laughing at this review I bought the 2.0R Crosstrek :)
Prestigiacomo is such a cool name. Our ancestors from Sicily dropped the Presti-. Then changed the pronunciation of Giacomo to make it more American. Nice channel. I want to get my wife a subi
The old way of putting your Subie into Xmode is SOOO much easier. In my wife’s Outback, you simply push 1 buttons.
In my Forester Touring, I simply rotate the dial.
I do like the newer system that it will disengage at above 25mph and then reengage when you get to 25mph or below.
On our Subie’s we have to engage it Every time and in my Forester it won’t engage unless I’m going Under 10mph.
I’ll be ordering a 2025 Forester as soon as they are available and am soaking up all the information I can get. Your videos are extremely helpful. Thank you!
You’re welcome! Happy to help!
I love your knowledge and assistance. I'm on my third Subaru Forester and I wasn't aware of some of the things you talk about. Probably because the manual is as thick as a dictionary. That's the one thing they should work on because it's hard to find what you are looking for.
I love the base model because it has a key start . I never liked push button start.
Seriously each salesperson should have each owner see or subscribe to your channel but then again people want to have their cut
Thanks for all Subaru tips and tricks! I'm getting my Crosstrek in 2 weeks, I'm so excited about it!
Congratulations! I highly recommend ordering a glass screen protector ahead of time and put it on the moment you get your new car.
@@nolamar1my husband ordered a glass one for my car from Amazon
@@nolamar1I attempted to post a link but it was removed, these are available through Amazon. I purchased the Karltys brand. Be sure to choose one for your correct year and model.
@@ckrs478which screen protector do you use?
Glass screen protector for the windshield, side windows, or back window?
And what does the protector do?
Just picked up a 2024 Crosstrek limited I love it... I almost broke down and spent the HUNDO to defeat the Auto Stop/Start 😁 but Cash is tight so I'm committing it to memory every time I start the car otherwise it's been flawless
Traded in my 10 year old Subaru for a new one. So many features are new to me and your videos are very helpful.
Great vid as always. We own 4 Subaru's. I honestly dont find the majority of the modes the least bit helpful. I hate the auto start and the second I am done buckling my belt I shut it off. The reverse breaking is great. I have used the adaptive cruise control a few times on longer trips and really dont like being paced by whatever is in front of you. My 2 biggest gripes are the lane assist and the eye sight technology. If I am tired I will throw on the lane assist but really dont like the feeling of having the wheel pulling away from you. We have an off camber corner about 2 miles from our house. In all the 4 cars we have if the lane assist is on the wheel literally jerks away from you in the WRONG direction. Its crazy. It wants to pull you into oncoming traffic. I have spoken with the service center who tells me they get complaints from time to time regarding this. They have confirmed my settings are all correct. It must be reading the lines wrong? Last is the eyesight crash technology. Lets say you are moving down the high way in the middle lane at 65. The guy in the left decides he is going to try to ctach the exit all the way over to the right and crosses in front of you. Under normal circumstances you would let off the gas and slightly brake. With eyesight if he is close enough it slams the brakes on giving you and everyone behind you some fun to deal with. Sam ething if you are in the right lane and want to pass to the left. If you swipe too close to the rear of the car you are passing it will slam the brakes on. Not much fun. I turn just about everything off. I think the safety, reliability and high mileage capability outweighs the "nanny" switches.
If you use the auto vehicle hold in a drive thru it will turn the emergency brake if you have to open your door. This happened to me in a Walgreens drive thru because I’m short I had to open the door to reach. Now I only use this in a traffic situation.
I just purchased a 2024 Outback package option 21. We were driving on a 55mph highway with minimal hills and no traffic. My husband used the cruise for the first time. With the cruise on the engine RPM was changing nonstop. With cruise off the RPM held steady and didn’t fluctuate. At this point we feel that we can’t use the cruise. It wouldn’t be economical. We don’t want a vehicle that you can’t use the cruise on.
Huge thanks! The best Subaru channel ever!
AVH is the best. Even happier that they allowed it to be added to the Home Screen after the latest update so
You don’t have to go digging for it under the car settings every time you start up the car. ❤
Just bought my first Subaru, a wrx S4, this channel is a gold mine. Thank you.
Thank you, Alex! Your videos are a great way to learn our Subaru's features. Great explanations, they are appreciated. Even though I already know most of these, I usually learn something that I didn't know previously.
Omg! I learn so much with your videos. I have a 2023 Crosstrek Limited and all I know about my car is from your videos. I have not had any good information or help from the dealership I purchased my car from. Thank you.
You know your Subaru. Thanks for guiding us for informations we need to know and help us with daily drive. Thank you,Alex !!!!
Wish I'd known some of this before I tested the two I did. Gotta go back and RETEST now.
Finally bought my 2024 Crosstrek. I leaned a lot from your videos because I have never owned/drove a car newer than 2008!
Same here 😂
It depends on how hard you press the brake. Push easy and slow it will stop and hold without turning the engine off. Good job, Subaru..!
Really appreciate your videos here in Australia. Bizarrely Subaru Australia only provides a hard copy stack of manuals, no PDFs. These are impossible to use with small text etc. I just use your videos when I want to check how to use a function. Now on a MY23 Touring, took our MY21 Touring across the Nullarbor and throughout the Outback, amazing. Gave it to our daughter for her growing family and picked up the MY23 from our fave dealer without a test drive. Quick trick I found out the hard way. Steering lock activated when parked in the middle of nowhere, fix is to have foot on brake and jiggle the steering wheel whilst pressing the start button. Luckily we had a SatPhone to call our dealer.
Happy to help!
The cruise control is great in heavy traffic!! You can forget breaking and when the traffic starts to move you push the knob up and starts with cruise control again!! ❤❤❤
Enjoying your videos... would you consider putting "time stamps" for each feature... I have a 2022 standard so could have jumped past some information... !
Great vid!
I always turn on AVH whenever I am in my car.
EDIT: I've never used X Mode. You suggested to use it when the weather might cause the roads to be slippery, I'll try that.
I was under the impression X Mode is for off-roading, but it's OK to use in normal everyday driving if conditions are bad?
Your videos are so helpful. Thanks for making them.
Just bought my first 2024 Subaru Impreza hatchback. I’m loving it.
I have a 2023 Crosstrek premium with no other options. I think all the whistles and bells are more of a distraction like reading or texting while driving. How many times do you take your eyes off the road trying to adjust, turn on of off some of these features. Other than that I like the car.
Thank you for not making me feel like I was the only person that thinks this way!
This is some engineers idea to bilk people.
Without these unnecessary devices- the Crosstrek is a 20,000 dollar car.
❤
@@raymonddeflaviis2306I hear you. With the hardware in place, most of these features are just software so cost Subaru very little to include. Of course we can choose to only use the ones we like, but every extra button to ignore or avoid strips a little joy from the user experience. Great User interface design is hard.
I couldn't imagine anyone wanting to turn off the adaptive cruise control. That's my favorite car feature I've ever seen since I've been driving. It's the only reason I'd ever want to drive my wife's Outback on a long trip over my WRX.
You are wonderful I love my Subaru Forrester, there is so much this vehicle does that it confuses me some days. Your videos are so helpful. It’s almost like you’re sitting in the car with me. Thank you for all your help. You are the best.
Great channel!! Just purchased our first Subaru. It’s nice to learn about all these features on my timeline. It’s to much to take in during the 15 minute orientation. Plus I’ve shown a couple. Of the salespeople features they did not know about. It’s a good channel for them to recommend to new and prospective owners.
Thank you!
Great channel. Here in Canada the trim levels have different names, but features available more or less the same, so the info you give is very helpful.
It's funny how he assumes everyone in the world uses miles and gallons when it's just the U. S.
I've had my Forester Sport for two months now and I'm appreciating these videos.
I've noticed that the cruise control lane centering likes to place my car very close to the right line at the side of the road, even on a long straightaway. If I let it do what it wants, there's about 4-5 times more space on the drivers side than the passenger side which I'm sure annoys the heck out of drivers in the lane to the right of me and I'm annoyed that it keeps dragging me off center.
Is the centering technology adjustable so that I can get it set to center me with equal space on both sides of the car? If not, I'm going to quit using it unless I plan to stay in the slow lane.
Yes mine does the same! It's really bad when you're next to a semi with the long spikes on the wheel hubs. Freaks me out.
I was so excited to have the lane centering feature on my ‘20 Outback but sadly ran in to the exact same thing. My arms would get tired from how much I kept having to pull the car to the left to stop it from being right on the right line.
It’s adjustable. Take it to the dealer.
For me, the most important and useful feature is the auto vehicle hold. It is a lifesaver for my foot.
Love the videos! I just bought a 2024 Forester (from a 2009 Forester that is going to my 16 year old niece). The features between the two are...pretty different, haha. The videos have been a bit help.
Good explanations! I’ve owned a 2023 for about a year and you taught me some new tricks.
Thanks! Happy to help
When I press up on my speed adjuster, it tends to keep going up until I manually press down. This occurred in my old Subarus (2014 Forester and 2016 Crosstrek) and my new 2024 Crosstrek Wilderness.
Another great informative video. The next level: Solterra videos!
Hey Alex I literally love your little channel that you have going. Something I’ve been dying to see from you is a new WRX GT, could you PLEASE make this happen? Pretty pretty please! I’d love to learn more about it and the differences between buying the WRX and buying a Legacy or a Crosstrek or even an Outback! -Dawson
We are about to buy our 2021 Subaru XV and I’m so pleased to have found your site although our steering wheel is on the right (correct) hand side of the car.😂
I love the adaptive cruise
I also love the adaptive cruise control.
Same, most of my 23k mi. have been with it enabled. Once I gained some trust in it...will be hard to not have it in any Vehicle from here on out.
I'm glad crosstrek has it, I've rented cars with it and it's fantastic. One reason we just bought the crosstrek sport. The price was great with all wheel drive included
Getting ready to buy our 3rd subaru. 2025 model. You are definitely next level level. Great character. Thank you for the videos. Really appreciate them.
I would love it if all my setting would "latch". I like everything how I like it and I don't want to have to change setting each time I drive my car. Sorry love my 2012 Subaru but will not be buying a new one until I don't have to monkey with setting EACH AND EVERY DRIVE.
Hi Alex, great videos! My dad just bought a 2024 crosstrek and was driving it for the first time at night. He was really bothered by the brightness of both the center dashboard (above the steering wheel) and the brightness of the touchscreen area when the map was being displayed. Do you have any videos that show how to modify the brightness of those things? Thanks!
I checked this theory. Even a 2 pound reduction in my Legacy, resulted in a smoother ride, & better handling. It is a strange balance.
Thank you!!!
I got the 2024 outback last week after a car accident. I have NO experience with subarus but they had a special going. It feels... like too much compared to my 2020 hyundai. 😅 I'm not used to all these features.
I have a 2018 Subaru outback touring 3.6 and have all of these features. I have used the X mode on a gnarly four-wheel-drive Trail and it worked great. The sound of both that and the downhill feature stress out my husband.😆 maybe with the newer models the lane keeping feature works smoother, but on my car it’s very offputting… Feels kind of jerky to me - I never use it. The one feature I’m not sure I have so I’ll need to sit in my car and watch your video, is the acceleration adjustment in adaptive cruise control. That is such a bonus! QUESTION: Is there a way to use the cameras to film ongoing video in case of an accident? I know this may be a stretch, but wondering if there is a chip that can be added to the computer? Thanks so much for these ongoing tips, they’re so helpful! 🙏🏻
I have a 2023 Forester and thank you for your teaching videos. You may have covered this topic before, however my question is what is the benefit of the mpg bar above the speed limit indicator? One side is yellow and the other side is green. How does seeing this indicator help me drive to get better mileage? Is this indicator necessary? Can I get rid of it? Thanks
Alex, I bought a 2024 Outlook last month. After owning it for about a week, I noticed that the red light for the alarm is always on, with the car unlocked. I took it to the dealer and the service writer told me the alarm light is supposed to be on all the time. I have owned a number of cars and the only time that alarm light is on is when car is locked. Is alarm light supposed to be on constantly? If not, how do I set it so that it only lights when the car is locked.
This guy is a dang Subar-genius. Always great videos. Greatly appreciated.
@@AllOn2WheelsandAdventure thanks! 😄
My experience with those drivers that cut you off at a much slower speed, they never get out of your way. Regardless, great video..
I have found that using X-mode in the winter does nothing if you're using all season tires. If you're on a snowy incline and all four wheels don't have traction, you're not going anywhere. The owner's manual states that you should use snow tires in the winter which pretty much eliminates the need for X-mode.
I have a 2023 Crosstrek w/6-speed manual. I am so glad I don't have to deal with these features/issues. I feel all these safety features are actually creating substandard drivers. Counting on tech. to save you, not your own ability, resulting in the lack of driving skills; will not make our roads safer. What do I know... just an old guy that loves driving.
Alex, great video series, thank you so much! I have a 2021 Subaru Forester that has the eye ball assistive technology. What do you recommend for a windshield tint plan that will not interfere with the eye ball technology? TIA!
Alex, thanks for all your videos. We just bought a 2024 Ascent limited and can't find the auto start / stop button on my display. Does it have one? Does the car have to be moving? Thanks for all the info I learned more from you then when we picked up the vehicle form the salesperson....Thanks
I just brought a 2024 Subaru XT so excited - turbo heaven
Great videos. I have a 2023 Forester. Can you review how to safely take it thru the car wash?
Alex. I have a 2023 Subaru Forester. If I have only conventional cruise control on does the Pre-Collision Braking activate if the Forester gets too close too the vehicle in front (i.e. no collision distant is set) ? Secondly does the Pre-Collision Braking activate if driving with no cruise control on and you are approaching too close to the vehicle in front (car in front makes abrupt stop) ? Can I assume the Eyesight cameras are always on and working unless I specifically deactivate the pre-collision braking manually with the deactivate button. Thanks
I'm excited to see he's coming back. But I wish it would be for a longer reunion.
Hi Alex
What is the little car symbol following the car in front ..I can’t quite work out its function
Thank you
You are amazing. All your videos are so helpful! Thanks so much for posting them!
Very informative video, thanks! Question: I’m driving my 2019 Crosstrek Plug-in Hybrid mostly in purely electric mode, since my trips are usually very short; after about 1.5 years, the original 12V battery died, and I had to replace it. The guy at the dealership claimed that it was because the 12V battery only gets recharged when the gas engine runs, so driving mostly electric depletes it completely. I doubt that that’s true, but can you confirm either way?
I just bought my first subaru, a 2024 outback limited. this video was very helpful
My subaru wishlist. A return of a CD player and direct microdisc into the indash sound system. Plus I wish for more sound options, including amps and sound modifications, such as Folk, Rock and classical modes. Finally, the option available in Japan, a diesel hybrid AWD would be one I'd buy.
I just got my Crosstrek 2024, the base model in my country is the Premium Plus, so I got that one.
The Auto Start-Stop option is included but doesn't actually seem to work in my country, the dealership told me that it has something to do with the altitude of my city and still haven't noticed it working. 🤔
I own a 2021 Subaru cross track sport and it does not have auto light high beams. What’s up with that?
Great video. Came out of a BMW 3 series and opted for a 2024 Outback Touring XT instead of an X3. Can't believe how much I love it (I was worried). Great decision! However, I will now look into the M3 Competition for my "fun" car.
I love your videos. Always a little gem of info that I either didn’t know or have forgotten about. Thanks for all the tips and tricks!
Thank you! 😊
Great video, What car are you showing in this video? Crosstrek, Forester. Outback?? . I have a 2024 Forester Limited, but the screen is different and I have the auto-engine-off button at my lef knee level. I did not check if it is also on some setting on the screen
Thanks so much. I have my class tomorrow at the dealer, and I'm making some notes beforehand. I'm moving to MN and want to learn what I can about my '23 Forester in preparation for my life up in snowy MN. I had my last car (not a Subaru) for 16 yrs, and I'm not techno minded anyway - so lots of buttons to learn (and remember!!). I'll get there - but making a list of things so I don't forget they even exist!! 😂 Thanks for the reminder about 'X-mode'!
The cruise control is a fantastic feature on my 2024 Subaru Crosstrek!
Thank you for your insightful information. I purchased a new Subaru Outback about 6 months ago (Victoria, Australia). At the time I set the seat too high. Subsequently, every time I get into the car it does a seat change to this initial setting and I have to manually stop it and change it to the last setting that was used. I have tried various things to remedy the situation all to no avail. How can I make the new seat position remembered for the next time I use the car.
Alex, have you done a vehicle on cleaning the interior of these subies? I just bought a 24 obw and need recommendations on what kinds of supplies I should be using. Like how do people clean that dash when it gets dusty?
Someone recommended you use one of those swiffers you know those anti-static dusters I've used it once and it's worked very well
Swiffer. And once the dust is gone use a lens cleaner to finish.
I use a microfiber cloth either dry or slightly damp. I keep one in my car for touch ups when I am sitting in the car while waiting.
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I usually switch off my auto start stop, because I needed the split second time to pull away from a T intersection or stop sign.
I have a 2024 outback wilderness. I stopped using the lane departure assist because i live in the city and its always picking up on cracks in the road, which makes it feel unsafe when that happens going around a turn and the steering wheel tightens up. My question is will the auto start stop shut off the engine if the turbo has not cooled down to an acceptable temperature?
I have a 2022 Forester PREMIUM. As I have been reading online, a lot of people are having issues with Starlink and Apple Car Play. When using Car Play and maps for navigation, it starts up fine, then shuts down. Comes back on, shuts down. Last time, the entire screen was inaccessible with the radio still playing,but all control was gone. Couldn’t use volume or even turn it off. I have read this is a big issues with a couple of years models. Any real fixes for this? It did have the update last year, but that did not fix anything.
So helpful! I’m a new Subaru owner and just realized I was doing something incorrectly 😄
I had no idea you could turn off the adaptive cruise, thanks for the tip.
I have noticed if the windshield is frosty or dirty the adaptive cruise control will not work, it shuts off the eyesight. If i turn off the adaptive cruise control, will I still be able to use cruise control when the eyesight is turned off?
I felt that my 2017 Forester decelerated a lot whenever I lifted off the gas pedal, more than usual. I’ve seen that you have the lane departure warning turned off on a lot of your videos, I did the dame and the behavior of the vehicle changed completely. Now is not decelerating as much, could you please confirm that the aforementioned feature does this as well as a safety measure?