5 Settings to change on your new Subaru

5 Settings to change on your new Subaru
Getting a new car is exciting, but it can also be overwhelming. In today's video, I show you the 5 settings you may want to change on your new Subaru. Even if you don't want to change these settings on your Subaru, it's important to know how to change these settings on your Subaru.
Changing the settings on your Subaru is easy once you know how. I'll cover how to adjust your Subaru auto start/stop setting, the brightness of your display, your Subaru automatic headlights, Subaru maintenance notifications, and more Subaru settings to change.
I hope you enjoy this video and learn something new!
Comment below with any questions you have!
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[@alexpmo]

Correction: I meant to say Subaru’s recommended service interval is every 6,000 miles or every 6 months (not every 12 months).

[@We-Cook-It]

Awesome Vid as always 👌🏽👍🏽👏🏽💯 I have a question the steering wheel button (i) what is it for?

[@richardko1959]

Hi Alex, just a follow up question. What if I only have 1200 miles when it hits 6 months, would you still recommend an oil change? I also have another question with starting the car. My friend recommended letting the dashboard display come on first before starting the engine is better for the engine. So it takes 3 steps for me to start the car: 1st time pushing the engine start button w/o pressing on the brake, nothing changed. 2nd time pushing the engine start button w/o pressing on the brake, the dashboard display comes on. 3rd time pushing the engine start button while pressing on the brake, the car starts. Is my friend’s recommendation a myth, what is the right way to start the car? 😅

[@alexpmo]

The recommendation from Subaru is to get your oil changed every 6,000 miles or every 6 months (whichever comes first). So you should still have your oil changed at the 6 months mark even if you only have 1200 miles. I haven't heard of your friend's recommendation before. This is not something I would personally follow. You can start your car normally without the 3 step process he has shared. Hope that answers your questions!@@richardko1959

[@romelarceno8959]

Good info tip

[@klouise8248]

I do mostly city driving and I take mine every 3 to 4 months

[@Soul2burn]

the auto start stop is the worst feature on my new Subaru. im glad you showed me how to disable it.

[@user-pd9pq2fb2u]

You can buy an after market switch that replaces the original auto off switch that will disable this feature.

[@robertschulze7995]

As a new first time Subaru owner (24 Outback), I find your videos very helpful.

[@Madhaggis]

Back when I learnt to drive, the dark ages to you kids, we were taught resting your wrist on top of the steering wheel was the correct distance. I just bought a new Forester, yesterday, and it was the first thing I did. Love your videos they have been very helpful to me.

[@RK-ec1wu]

Alex, Another great informative video. Mainly setting up the steering wheel position. Something new learned today 😎. Thank you!

[@tammyh3518]

So good! Thanks for explaining things, makes it so much easier than reading a manual:)

[@juleenlatvala7536]

Thank you! Clear instructions on how to use these features. I feel like there are so many features on my car I don’t know how to use or find properly.

[@yuq1265]

Thank you Alex!! Happy to see you update the new video about the Subaru!!

[@dawna-ba-da-bing]

You are so helpful. I just bought my first Subaru and you were a main reason I did!!

[@susanbartone1347]

Once again, a very clear instructive, helpful video! Your explanations as well as camera use are super! Thanks!

[@alexpmo]

Thank you Susan! I really appreciate it 😊

[@rhondachampion4798]

I have a new to me 2018 Forester and would love this info. My previous car was a 99 Forester so a big learning curve

[@johntaapken8283]

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[@marykitts8166]

I LOVE these info posts. I have a new Outback and I am learning SO much more by watching these. Even if they aren't about my specific vehicle, they are still helpful. Thanks, Alex!!

[@alexpmo]

Thanks for watching Mary! Glad I could help

[@coffey1718]

Lol, is Alex your son?? If you learned anything from this you should NOT be driving!

[@CRVgarage]

How do you like the huge touch screen in the outback?? Is it distracting & confusing to operate??

[@jackbookerjr.3047]

I like the big screen on my 2020 Outback. I do wish Waze via Android Auto was full screen. I can use built-in GPS for full screen, I just like WAZE.

[@1Springloaded]

Very helpful. My daughter got her new Crosstrek yesterday. She ask me to review the review's and forward her relevant information. This one is packed with good tips. Much appreciated.

[@jaflatley4631]

Thank you! Excellent instructions - and so much better than slogging through hundreds of pages in the manual!

[@kbird3637]

I had no idea about the headlight option of when they turn on or the wiper option, thank you!

[@christinekress9350]

For steering wheel position I’ve heard the same thing, but it was for safety. It was to make sure you were not too close to the wheel if the air bag deployed.

[@tombryant52jumpscoach]

I just bought an Outback Wilderness this week and I'm glad I found this channel today. Liked, subbed, and rang the notification bell.

[@joannhayden6575]

Thank you. I just bought a Impreza HB and am learning all the new functions.

[@bridgettepetritz1429]

Best video yet! Thanks for taking your time to do these for us. I feel like my lights are always on high beam… but the auto driving lights are too low… I’m excited to test out the adjustment feature and see if that helps!

[@alexpmo]

Thanks Bridgett!

[@bjamin]

For steering wheel position, I use the RallyCross approach of ensuring you can turn the wheel 120* without removing your hands and your shoulders stay against the seat. This places your arms in a more relaxed, bent position while ensuring you stay in control of the wheel when an emergency does occur

[@cristia.6477]

Yes, wrist on the steering wheel AND shoulder resting against the seat. It's not only that your arms are more relaxed, it's actually the ideal distance to the steering wheel's airbag

[@spookyvegan1402]

That’s good to know ❤😊thank you

[@michaelsmodelrailroading7665]

Great video! I appreciate your taking the time to run through these many features, and how to adjust them. I did learn a few things about my 2021 Forester. Many thanks!

[@gracevolt2616]

Stumbles in you while looking at Subaru car camping ideas! I have subscribed!! We have had a 2022 Forester for 7 months. Love it. Your info is very helpful as flipping through the books gets monotonous!

[@emerdelacruz771]

I finally got delivery of my '22 Forester premium trim last week after pre ordering it after Christmas 2021. I have been watching your videos since summer of '21 and it made me decide to get the Forester aside from talking to people who owns Subaru vehicles. Your videos are very informative and helpful. Thanks and keep up the good work.

[@alvidasgladstein7830]

Are you happy with Forester Premium package instead like Limited package and does it have remote start?

[@emerdelacruz771]

@@alvidasgladstein7830 Yes, I'm very satisfied with the premium trim. I think the difference are the luxury options on the limited trim like leather seats, nav and sound systems , remote start and some more which I don't really need. The engine and most of the safety features are the same with the limited trim but thousands (5K plus) cheaper. I paid the MSRP but still satisfied considering the crazy market esp. Subarus. Good luck.

[@Doc1855]

Last November (2021), I bought my wife a 19 Outback for her birthday. (We never buy new only bc we want someone else to take the 2 year hit on depreciation). It had only 5,600 miles on it. It was our first Subaru. We have to have an AWD or a 4WD bc of our 5-6 feet of snow every winter. It’s my wife’s commuter car and our road car. We were so impressed with its AWD system in all driving conditions that we started looking around for a used Forester for me. We distain gloomy grey or boring black interior colors so her Outback came with Ivory interior. On 12/11/22 I found a 2019 Forester Touring in Shoreline, WA (3 hours from our home). It looked and smelled new. It had only 4,700 miles. It’s a beautiful Sephia Bronze with Brown leather interior. Coming home we had to drive over Snowqualmie and Blewitt passes. Snow and ice were on parts of Snowqualmie Pass (I-90), but Blewitt Pass had a LOT of snow and ice. Other vehicles were sliding in places and a few were off the road. Our Subaru’s never slipped. My wife’s Outback still has factory tires, but the previous owner of my Forester had put Michelin Cross Climate tires on, which are excellent on all road conditions as well as light off road tires. At the end of the day, when our Subie’s wear out, we’ll replace them with other low mileage 2 - 3 year old Subarus

[@CarEdge]

Great video, Alex!

[@alexpmo]

Thanks!

[@MegaRetr]

Once again, a very clear instructive, helpful video!

[@yvonnejohnson2980]

Thank you Alex-you explained it better than the dealer or salesman!!

[@cliffgrando859]

Alex your videos are extremely helpful, nice job on filming 🎥 👏 👍

[@alexpmo]

Thanks Cliff! I really appreciate that

[@tracysmall8183]

Just got a 2023 Forester Limited two weeks ago and have not made it through all of the manual yet, so this video has been a huge help! I also learned about the paddle shifters through another video of yours, so I see me watching a lot of your videos in the future, as they are incredibly helpful. Thank you!

[@alexpmo]

Thanks Tracy! Congrats on your new Forester! Happy to help

[@judy19943]

I just ordered a new Forester Limited !! It comes next month .

[@empathy212]

Judy19943 did you get your new Forester? I built my 2022 Forester Wilderness online and took the paperwork to the dealership in February of 2022 with the required deposit and finally received mine at the end of August 2022. I had been told "next month" for well, months! But I can honestly say that I Love my Forester Wilderness and she (her name is Zelená) has hands down been the BEST vehicle I have ever owned. Granted I went from a 2003 Honda Odyssey (great van, still running well with 270,000 miles on original engine. Got a new transmission around 200,000 miles though). I spent 5 years researching my next vehicle, always landing on the Forester Limited or Touring edition. So when the Wilderness edition was released, it checked ALL of my boxes! I hope you've received your Forester and are loving it!!! They are WORTH the wait and even the full MSRP!

[@tracysmall8183]

@@empathy212 I think it is great that you mention the name of your vehicle, as I've always named my vehicles too. My Forester is white, so her name is Wynter, with a "y", in honor of the season in which I bought her. ☺ And, FYI, before I got my Forester, I had a Honda as well; a Honda Accord Touring. Great minds...

[@brentbielinski6164]

​@empathy212 my 2022 forester wilderness is names Gump... for obvious reasons.😂

[@melrichard2745]

Hi Alex, thanks you for all the information about the subaru cars,we appreciate your videos keep up the great work!

[@wadehood7238]

Just bought a 23 Crosstrek for our daughter in Texas. I am watching these videos to learn about the features. Thanks!

[@cliffgrando859]

Alex, your a smart man when it comes to the Subarus. I do thank you for a wonderful job and the information that you have provided in all videos. The wilderness is 1 amazing car. This is one car I feel much safer than my 1985 full size Blazer. I greatly appreciate all the knowledge that you have provided for me and other Subaru owners. Thank you

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[@Quoodle1]

I just found your channel and it's very informative. I have a 2017 outback. One other thing (that is useful in places where it's required by law) is you can turn on daytime running lights. These are (at least on mine) is a subset of the full lights, kind of like extra markers on the front. Different than having lights on all the time.

[@jkritikson]

You may have heard of the problems Subarus have with the batteries. If the car is left parked for more than four or five days the battery dies. I have been complaining to the dealership for five years now about this issue. they keep saying there’s nothing wrong and eventually they got around to saying oh well there’s some kind of aftermarket collision detector detector under your dash and that is causing the problem. They also tried to make it my problem by insisting I must’ve put it in the vehicle after I bought it. Absolutely not. I recently got a letter from an attorney representing people in a class action suit about this but all Subaru seems to be offering is an extended warranty on the vehicle but not to fix the basic problem with the battery draining. Have you heard anything that might help correct this problem? All I am certain of is that I will never buy another Subaru or recommend Subaru to a friend.

[@spylingual8573]

The seat belts trick is a real blessing. Thanks

[@sherrywyleta3519]

Hi Alex, love your videos!! I just bought my first Subaru from Bachman and I am enjoying all the tips. Thanks for all the knowledge!

[@Matty06001]

My 2011 Outback finally became unsustainable, mostly through my own fault of not going through car washes after tough Maine winters. Just got a white 2020 Forester I call Egg-atha Christie. These videos are fantastic, I have absolutely no patience for sitting down and reading manuals, I just press buttons until I get something to work. This is a whole lot more efficient. Thank you!

[@glennastevens2974]

just got my new Crosstrek yesterday, been going thru book, starlink, manual owners, and after an hr with salesman yesterday, felt overwhelmed. found your video tonite and made it clearer to me. Great video, thank you so much.

[@tombryant52jumpscoach]

I bought an Outback a few days ago and had the same experience.

[@cindymarks5839]

Me too!

[@ES-uf7zp]

Woohoo. Loved the shout out and time in the Crosstrek. I love mine. 💕. Great video as usual.

[@laurajaobson9490]

Thank you! I got an oil change and all of my setting were changed! You were very helpful!

[@sansfinchy6799]

Thank you for this. I just picked up a Forester and trying to learn the controls. Coming out of a 2003 4runner so I have a lot of catching up to do.

[@dewandsky]

I’m going from a 1992 4-Runner (didn’t even have air bags!) to a 2023 Forester! It’s like going from the Flintstones to the Jetsons!

[@empathy212]

Hahahaha! I feel you! I went from a 2003 Honda Odyssey to my new 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness edition! It's mind blowing. I had a lot of rental vehicles last year while waiting the 7 months for my Wilderness to be built and arrive, so this helped with the technology. However, these videos are extremely helpful since I have yet to make it through my brick of user manuals! I hope you're loving your Forester as much as I Love mine!!!

[@oldtimerdad]

There is the hatch back height setting that can be very frustrating. For low ceiling heights, you can adjust the hatch so it doesn’t come all the way up. However, figuring out how to correct that isn’t easy. The button near the dash light adjustment controls it. Maybe you can add that to an upcoming video.

[@atthepostinc.2027]

Hey Alex, I live in California and just ordered a 2023 Outback Wilderness. While waiting for it to come in I came across your videos and coincidently, I'm originally from Louisville. Your videos are great especially your delivery and explanation of all the features, great job.

[@deborahtanguay4738]

Thanks Alex - your videos are very helpful

[@davidjohn9006]

The extended arm/steering position is the best for control and comfort, and is the most obvious with truck driving/drivers … I learnt this from my days as a truck driver, and is still my preferred positioning and comfortable in all my driving. Once again your vid/info well done, easy to understand.

[@alexpmo]

Thanks David!

[@jamesbirch8309]

I use the Auto setting for my headlights on my 2012 Outback, but find it to be overly sensitive such that the lights come on even when I pass under a bridge or overpass for a second or two. The ability to desensitize will be a welcome addition for me on my next Outback. On a previous car, on Auto the lights came on too late and I actually put some black tape on a portion of the light detector to make them come on earlier.

[@duckwacker8720]

Don't sure auto. It's not hard to turn them on when it's dark.

[@fredscholl1607]

I'm buying a subaru impreza premium and this video really helped me understand a lot of the controls before I pick up the car.

[@ronsilva4615]

Alex, thanks for the info. It's really helpful. We just got our 2022 Forester Premium a little over 3 weeks ago.

[@lisakoehler75]

I knew the steering wheel could be adjusted up and down but I didn't know it could telescope. Thanks for the tip.

[@helencroskell8691]

Great video, thanks Alex! One thing I'm wondering... how do you switch off the "call in progress" reminder when in a call? The up and down arrows no longer work. The reason I think it is important is I am driving a US crosstrek in Canada and I am reliant on the digital speedometer in the center dash panel to know my speed (in kmph). The analog dial on the right has the kmph but they are too small to read. It also occurs to me if I am in cruise control mode I won't be able to see that data if I'm in a call (hasn't happened yet). Thanks!

[@musings2022]

Fantastic videos! I was tearing my hair out with my new 2021 Forester I bought yesterday not knowing these buttons! Learning curve in action! lol Thank you!!

[@sherievaio9101]

Thank You, just got the Forester Sport 2022 and was very confused, your video helped a lot!

[@Propnut48]

One thing you didn’t mention is if you set the headlights to auto and push the high/low beam lever to high it will automatically go from high beams to low beams automatically when it sees an other cars headlights. No need to manually switch back and forth between them.

[@alexpmo]

The auto high beam assist is a great feature!

[@Propnut48]

Found it by accident and not turned it off since. 👍

[@tinahough3583]

😉first thing i shut off!😅live in country and it went on off on off!

[@corymcnutt5131]

Alex, another great and useful video. The Auto Stop feature is one that Subaru should allow the driver to turn off permanently...we rented a car with it on and it was a pain. A simple fix for Subaru.

[@Dutchovenderlinde]

This is something that’s uniform across all cars that have it. I rented a Jeep Wrangler a while back on a trip and I had to turn the Auto Stop off every time I started the car.

[@robertfoster2807]

If it's your car I recommend the stop/start eliminator from 4D tech. Simple to install and it simply reverses the default setting so it's normally off but you can turn it on using the same button (I will never turn it on). Costs about $100 but is SO worth it.

[@empathy212]

Robert Foster, if I were to install the Auto Stop eliminator will this void my warranty? It really doesn't bother me to have this feature and I understand why it's on the vehicle, but I've been told this will wear out my engine over time.

[@jamesdarcy3902]

At least it was a rental so excessive wear on the starter not an issue.

[@AlexVenturaFC]

Just bought my first Subaru! This video was awesome! Thank you.

[@bronte8989]

I really appreciate your videos, I just found your channel and you have already answered so many questions about my new crosstrek. Thank you so much!

[@alexpmo]

Thanks for watching! 😊

[@marcymcsheehan3579]

I absolutely enjoy the fact that you are using your phone on the horizonal recording rather than the boomer vertical position... TY

[@karlrado]

One note on the headlights: (2021 Forester) If the headlight switch is in the Auto position, you can momentarily turn on the high beams by pulling the stalk towards you, but you cannot push the stalk forward to leave the high beams on. You have to turn the main headlight switch to the ON position in order to be able to turn on the high beams by pushing the stalk forward to click it into place to keep them on.

[@alexpmo]

That's a great point! I forgot all about high beam assist

[@surfnyolly]

This!!!! This was driving me mad bc I couldn’t figure out how to just toggle/push it forward to turn on my high beams! Thank you for this tip! PS Alex for President, he’s the best!

[@felissilvestris8190]

@@alexpmo thanks for the Tips, maybe you can show how to adjust the sensibility of this automatic feature. Thks

[@adams_1]

So not sure if this is the same for the US folk, but in AU, I can have my lights set to auto, and pressing the stalk forward twice bypasses the high beam assist and leaves the high beam on as it would in ‘manual mode’.

[@tombryant52jumpscoach]

Thanks, I puzzled over this for a half hour the first day I had my Outback Wilderness this week. Now I know!

[@andreatracy4324]

Love all your videos! So informative!!

[@brandenhylton8272]

I will definitely be coming back to this when my onyx arrives. Cant wait.

[@IanPattisonOakville]

I always turn the headlight switch to "on" and leave it there. The thing I love about all of my Subarus is that they won't turn the lights on without the key in so by leaving them on, I always have my full lighting system on for safety.

[@wildbill23c]

Do the lights stay on after you close and lock the doors like courtesy lights for like 10-20 seconds? My Explorer does that...in the dark its nice, lights the way to the back door of the house without needing to carry a flashlight.

[@IanPattisonOakville]

@@wildbill23c nope. It's pretty low tech.

[@RyanCrase1]

I LOVE my 2021 Outback Limited, I just wish the seat heater controllers worked without opening another graphic. It should be one touch per heat setting, right on the screen where the graphic is, rather than touching the graphic and having another graphic open. I get that they want to “wow” you with the size of the screen, but sometimes that’s just not practical. Maybe if the processor was faster or would be a little better, but it’s slow which is okay. Thank the good lord for car play because the stock Subaru infotainment UI is gross. Fingers crossed that they’ll have an update that addresses the ear heater issue. They could have even made physical seat heater controllers, similar to the heater controls. That could have been nice. Again, I LOVE my Subaru. We have a Model X Tesla and I really do prefer driving the Outback.

[@dankiss1704]

Thank you so much for the information. On the first click, I found you. I have a 2019 Forrester Premium that I just purchased and was looking for answers to. This top 5 is great and literally answered my questions. Subscribed.

[@carloscantu75]

Very helpful, thanks for sharing!

[@coast2toast443]

Wow I thought my steering wheel was just a little bit too far forward and made my leg room awkward. This will be life changing. It's such an obvious oversight on my part, whoops!

[@alexpmo]

I never knew how to properly adjust it until recently either. Hope this helps!

[@lkd8537]

Since Subarus last so long, please do more shows on older models. I have a 2010 and still can't find answers to many questions. Thanks! LKD

[@danielfoo7322]

holy cow alex!! thank you!! i had my new subaru outback for a month now and my wife complained about the display being on all the time but since we didn't see any "display off" button, we thought we just had to deal with it being on all the time. I did secretly like how it looks when on so it didn't really bother me that much, but wife wanna sleep in long distance travel.

[@chrislira3574]

Had to pause and the video and go check my 2021 Forester- the seat tilt/ thigh support is great. Thanks!!

[@duaneromanell3431]

As a new 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness owner, I'm finding your videos very helpful in understanding the vehicle. One request I'd make (but maybe just too time consuming for you to produce!) is to have a tutorial specifically dedicated to a deep dive into the settings menu on the multi-function/main display. I know the navigation of the system would be different for various models, but I find that level of detail explained to be super useful in understanding the vehicle better - even if it's merely to set someone once and forget it. There are so many bells and whistles, that knowing what they do just helps to provide folks like me with a better sense of ownership. Anyway, that's my 2 cents. Keep up the good work. Thanks!

[@adrianjacobs1478]

Maybe read the manual?

[@LloydStewart333]

@@adrianjacobs1478 Yeah, that's gonna happen. The manual is only 500+ pages long and there are other 100+ pages long manuals in with the main owners manual!

[@adrianjacobs1478]

@@LloydStewart333 yeah reading is such hard work and so difficult to understand, best to have someone explain it to you

[@LloydStewart333]

@Adrian Jacobs You missed the main point-500 plus pages. Honestly, what percentage of people do you think will read through all that vs watching someone explain it on KZbin? Get real.

[@adrianjacobs1478]

@@LloydStewart333 there is an index. Maybe you don't read user manuals, but many people like to get the best out of their purchases.

[@joshdyer9465]

I appreciate that Subaru made it so easy to turn off the auto-start-stop setting. They could have berried it somewhere in the display menu which would have sucked because I'm sure most people turn it off.

[@ktjamlex]

Awful to be berried - I prefer to be veggied

[@ekimandersom4478]

They could have made it even better if it would stay off.

[@Harvmorbi]

I would want to be able to turn auto on-off, to always off forever until I’m ready to turn it back on! Is there a way to do this. Not off for a single trip?

[@singerap]

@@Harvmorbi Look on-line there are defeat devices available. The good ones will remember if you turned start stop off and keep it that way. But they will allow you to turn it back on again if you want it.

[@cmcn1]

By the way, ii am loving your tips, tricks and helpful tutorials. Thank you. -Carol

[@olgalang6341]

Thank you thank you thank you! Just got my new 2020 Forester and loving it. You’ve eased my anxiety with the auto stop/ start feature!

[@alexpmo]

You're welcome! Happy to help!

[@bbrad1207]

RE: Auto Start/Stop on my new (2022) Crosstrek: It is very sporadic about when to stop at signals, sometimes not turning off for the entire light (up to 2 minutes), other times it turns off immediately. Also, there are very noticeable bumps and jerks both when stopping and starting, which can be quite disconcerting. If these objections could be overcome, I would use the feature all the time, especially since most of my driving is in the city, and, therefore, stop and go.

[@Soleya9]

I had a loaner from Subaru (Ascent) that had the auto stop start feature. I noticed if I was really light on the brake while stopped, it didn't shut off. Pressing it in slightly more and it shut off. Personally I hate the feature. To me it's a safety hazard since the car isn't capable of moving while shut off, and it took roughly 3 seconds from the time I hit the gas till the vehicle moved again. And just seems like it'll wear out the starter and other components over time. Not to mention that when your in 100+ degree heat, the AC doesn't work well when engine isn't running.

[@matthewk6731]

The feature does not use the starter. It just fires the spark plug in the cylinder that would have fired next anyway. It should take less than a second to get moving from the time you take your foot off the brake pedal.

[@gennyaltman205]

​​@@matthewk6731Well, that's nice to know, as I too was concerned about it wearing out the starter. Even so, it is the most annoying and disconcerting feature ever. I feel Subaru should allow us the ability to shut this feature off permanently. Having to wait for the display to come up so we can shut it off before moving is unacceptable. They're basically trying to force us to use it.

[@stevemoseley6383]

Thanks so much. I actually read my owners manual cover to cover and you still came up with useful stuff that I missed/forgot due to the volume of information. Question about the auto stop-start system: from an engineering viewpoint, how does it actually work? Does it stop at a predetermined crankshaft position favorable to restart? Does it determine which cylinder is in an appropriate position and inject-ignite that cylinder on restart in addition to normal starter motor action? I know there are all kinds of clever tricks they can use and I'm curious to know how Subaru does it. Thanks again!

[@bigglyguy8429]

Stop-start? If that cannot be turned off I won't buy one.

[@ekimandersom4478]

@@bigglyguy8429 It can be turned off in the screen, but will be on again after every start.

[@bigglyguy8429]

@@ekimandersom4478 Then I will never buy another one. Our 2016 XV/Crosstrek was written off by a drunk driver, but if the new ones have this crap I'll have to change brands. I hate that kind of thing. I test drove one just 2 weeks ago here in Malaysia and it didn't do that, but now I suspect the sales rep turned it off..? Because I had already told him we avoided buying a new one cos of the "Eyesight" stuff, which I guess I can put up with but 'Stop-start' is an absolute deal-breaker. I don't want a new car where every time I get in it I have to tell it to stop annoying me...

[@jamesdarcy3902]

How much will this accelerate the wear on the starter?

[@JustAnotherPersonHere]

Helpful stuff, thank you sir 👍

[@cathyolin4563]

Very informative! Thank you!

[@chrismayer3919]

Pretty soon they’ll have the IRC mode; isoautotronic robot conversion. Using this will transform your Subaru into a bipedal alien robot for stepping/picking your way through city traffic jams 🤓

[@rossb61]

Is there a go fund me or something for that...

[@erinncarl9294]

LOL!

[@dogman8436]

Thanks, Alex! Can you set moonroof so that it automatically closes when ignition is switched off? Lots of major rain damage when roof left open.

[@mostlydogvideos]

We have to use our own brains for SOMETHING!

[@coryrohrbaugh1208]

The other commenter is right. You still need to use your brain and just close it before turning off the car

[@jeremysweatt2536]

Super helpful, just like your other videos. We just picked up our Ascent Touring and your videos are a great help.

[@alexpmo]

Thanks Jeremy! Happy to help

[@video4belphotos]

Very informative, much more info than i received when purchased my 2019 OB. Thanks.

[@yieldtrack11]

Love your Subaru vids. Just got a Crosstrek so they’ve been very helpful. Do you know a way to hack the auto start/stop to where it stays off all the time? I hate it lol. I always forget to kill it when I start the car. Thanks 🤜🏽

[@alexpmo]

Thanks! Unfortunately no, it's not my favorite feature either lol

[@saraaronzon4562]

I deeply dislike Auto/Stop/Start. I would use a stronger phrase but want to keep it clean

[@rangerdanger766]

sucks

[@man0sticks]

The most annoying feature by far on my new Forester is that the Bluetooth stays on even when the car engine is off. For example, when I am listening to music using my phone and wireless headphones, anywhere near my car, the car keeps trying to connect to the headphones, even though the engine is off. Every few seconds, I hear a beep through my headphones. At first I didn’t know what it was, but then I figured out that it was my car trying to connect to the headphones. I’m sure that some bright young automotive engineer thought this was a clever idea.

[@Ale-vt4sv]

This sounds like it might drain the battery

[@carrieneiss8697]

exactly! I was at the subaru dealer today, almost bought a car, but discovered I could not turn off the bluetooth signal. I'm senstive to Bluetooth and Wifi, and the new feature for it to stay on, stopped me from buying it.

[@BC-qb1om]

@@carrieneiss8697lmao ok sure

[@erezlahav9616]

Thanks for all the tips 👍

[@wadehood7238]

Well, we just bought a 24 Outback for mom and me since daughter liked her CrossTrek :). Nice vehicle! Thanks for the info!

[@ryzenforce]

I discovered lately that even when you are in "D"rive mode on a CVT, the paddles still works for "downshifting" the CVT. Then you can upshift again and eventually when you are at the proper gear-speed, it will auto change back to D mode. I really wish there was a way to disable permanently the Autostart feature because it is really annoying and a dangerous feature imo that is almost on par as not having your car in-gear when waiting at a light. The 1+ sec delay for the engine to start and engage the transmission so you can move fast in an emergency situation is the reason why I keep Autostart off all the time.

[@saraaronzon4562]

EXACTLY!

[@saraaronzon4562]

I wish the car manufacturer would give the consumer the right of way or autonomy in deciding when to turn it on if so wish to. Not the other way around where we have to turn everything OFF!

[@frankweathersbee2553]

I have noticed in my 21 crosstrek sport if I don't mash on the brake pedal start stop won't engage, normal stopping for me.

[@kamX-rz4uy]

It's also terrible at knowing when it should and should not turn off. It really bugs me when the car turns off right as I am about to go or I pull into a parking space, it turns off, I put the car in park it turns back on, then I turn it off. Maybe use those EyeSight cameras with a bit of logic.

[@gaildonaldson249]

@@kamX-rz4uy I find the auto off and on when parking annoying too. I have now started to tap the icon on the touchscreen to disable the ASS as I pull into my parking spot, before fully braking, to prevent that sequence from happening.

[@randischwarz5072]

Alex, I enjoy your videos as I currently own a 2015 Outback 2.5i Limited. I did own a 2021 Ascent Touring, but traded that in for a 2022 Outback Touring XT. Here is my question...You and others who extol the virtues of Subaru never mention the dumb stuff; such as: needing to unlock ALL the doors for access to the gas cap, unlocking all the doors to open the rear hatch from the dash button. These things are unsafe, and I have been writing to Mr. Doll telling him this is unsafe in our society, especially for a single woman like me. Another issue that is never mentioned is taking a Subaru through a car wash and making sure the staff is aware that they CANNOT spray anything inside the cabin as there is a danger of damaging the eyesight cameras.

[@adams_1]

I believe what you have stated is covered in the user manual. I agree, there should be a button to pop the fuel tank. Before getting my 2021 OB, I had a Mazda 6 and would pop the fuel lid, then lock the car once I got out. Also would be good to be able to open the boot without having to unlock the car.

[@jeffspicoli2643]

@@adams_1 My 2021 Outback doesn't have a locking gas door.

[@saraaronzon4562]

What is a boot?

[@adams_1]

@@saraaronzon4562 apart from something you put on your foot, it is also another word for trunk space.

[@mostlydogvideos]

@@saraaronzon4562 trunk

[@juliussmith4001]

Great review Thank you

[@Sally-sb9ws]

You are sooooo AWESOME for helping us ❤

[@dataspice3732]

I like the idea of saving gas and the environment by using the stop/start function. But I'm concerned with durability of the starter itself. Are Subaru starters robust enough to endure multiple restarts during the day? Will they burn out sooner if you use this function?

[@alexpmo]

That's something I was concerned with early on also. Haven't actually had one go out so I'd imagine they are designed to last a long time (possibly even the life of the car)

[@ekimandersom4478]

Obviously what gets used more often, even way more often than usual, will break sooner.

[@matthewk6731]

It doesn't use the starter. It just fires the next cylinder spark plug to get the engine going again.

[@robinleebraun7739]

Auto Start-Stop is a pain. You should be able to turn it off permanently until you want it back on. It will certainly cause extra strain on the starter and you will probably have to replace the starter motor sometime during the life of the car. Subaru has made it a default in order to report better mileage that really won't happen.

[@richard200923322]

New engines are designed for Auto start stop from the beginning they didn’t put old starters on they are totally designed for it. And it in fact does give you better mpg

[@bigdaddymak1439]

​@@richard200923322miniscule no change on highway driving. Better starters?? 😂😂😂😂😂

[@bigdaddymak1439]

Auto Stop Start Eliminator it's about 100 bucks

[@georgestout4959]

Thank You! Great explanation.

[@Paul-lm5gv]

Very helpful, thanks!

[@PeteOliva]

I personally find the auto start stop feature to be horrible because of how much it shakes the car, and when I'm in town I'm always frequently stopping at lights and it's kind of bothersome to have the car just continuously doing that. But I understand why it exists, so I usually keep it on, especially if I'm going to be on a route where I don't stop all that much. To be honest, it's not that hard to make tapping the button part of your startup routine (check side mirrors, rearview, seatbelts), it's just a little click. I think people who say they'll never buy Subaru again over it are just speaking in hyperbole.

[@Matty06001]

I’ve only had my 2020 Forester for three days and my muscle memory already goes and turns it off automatically. It’s a stupid feature, in my opinion, but yes, easily turned off.

[@May-xt9pv]

Thanks Alex. I’ve had my Forester for a couple of months and it’s nice to have this to review. Merry Christmas!

[@alexpmo]

Thanks May! Merry Christmas to you also!

[@sweetella280]

Thanks for the tutorial , you are a good teacher

[@davidp6630]

Lights - instead of messing with the auto sensitivity, just turn them to “on” and be done. Then you’re always visible from front and rear, and conditions like brightness during snow or fog doesn’t cause your sensor to think you don’t need lights. They still turn off when you turn off the ignition, so there’s literally no reason to do it any other way. Set it and forget it and always be seen.

[@iandesoucey9369]

I'm a new driver, no one told me that, but I'm gonna start doing that bc of your comment. Thanks!

[@TXL-BER]

I’m with you. I drive with my head- and tail lights on all the time. I see a lot of drivers driving in the dark with their headlights on but their tail lights off. Why would anyone do that?

[@joshuawest3906]

If you want to piss off everyone in front of you 24/7 then definitely do this

[@Reneelynncreates]

Just bought our 2022 Outback Wilderness today. Can’t wait to watch more of your videos and learn all the cool tricks this Subaru can do. We traded in our Jeep Rubicon and are already feeling the luxury ☺️😜

[@BionicMerlin]

I can relate, traded a 2015 Jeep Renegade Trailhawk for a 2023 Subaru Crosstrek. The Crosstrek rides a lot softer and it's much easier on gas. It also handles better! Should be good enough in snow that I won't miss the Trailhawk's 4WD.

[@Reneelynncreates]

@@BionicMerlin 6 months in and still loving it. I still drool when I see a lifted Jeep with “all the things” but I just give it some gas and let the turbo kick in and smile 🙈😜

[@cowboygeologist7772]

Excellent videos; thanks for posting. New subscriber today.

[@beebeeroberts5152]

Very informative! Thanks!

[@kevinbyrnes2462]

Glad to see the info screen controls available to the passenger. I drive less than my wife and would like to access them in my Forester. Maybe next one.

[@cartmanpig92]

I heard the same thing about your wrist in a driver's edge defensive driving class. Not sure if they're still around but a great opportunity for new and existing drivers.

[@dkxu7567]

Thanks for sharing. Helpful

[@mrbung5597]

Great Video Alex. Just bought a 2023 Subaru Crosstrek Limited. Looking forward to future videos. Enjoy the day.