Top 5 Hidden Subaru Settings: Subaru Forester, Outback, Crosstrek

[@Christine_1111]

Thank you so much! I just bought my Forester on Saturday and haven’t been shown much from dealership! The auto cruise control freaked me out! Now I can drive w cruise control without the car taking over!

[@HansNielsen-ut6kf]

The roof system is one of the major considerations I had to choose Outback over forester. Thanks Alex

[@shannonkirby7040]

Just purchased 2024 Crosstrek Wilderness over weekend and absolutely love it so far

[@DebbieDooo]

I got one last weekend and same - I love this thing. I got silver and her name is Silvia. 😅 What a fun SUV to drive!

[@MrEricmopar]

I bought a 2024 Crosstrek Sport and love it. The Sport part of the name is almost an inside joke, but it's much quieter and has much less labored acceleration than the 2.0 engined Base and Premium models.

[@Maritime007]

Very helpful video. Some of the features/adjustments you showed I didn't realize even existed so I never would of thought to look up how to use them.

[@subiesojourner777]

Something I learned in my 2024 Forester Wilderness is, if I have both the lane assist on and the cruise control on and I pass a vehicle, when you tap the turn signal stock/lever they will disengage. I pass that vehicle(s) then tap the turn signal stock again and go back into the right hand lane, both the lane assist and cruise control automatically re-engauge. .

[@BillSmith-e9s]

I have the 2012 Outback. I've used roof rail system quite often to carry a ladder. I wrap the rails with a towel to avoid scratches and tie the ladder down securely. Works great! I bought the 2012 Outback new and I kept it when I purchased a new 2019 Ascent. The Ascent roof rail system needs to be adjusted with a hex wrench like you demonstrated in this video. Big Subaru fan here.

[@margaretanthony5920]

Thank you. Finding all your information useful. Been an Outback owner since 2011 and never knew how to utilize all the resources.

[@ruislipman1]

I didn't know about the roof crossbar system on my Outback, it's brilliant - Thank you Alex

[@Kjhgr01]

Unless you get the Wilderness... The roof rail system is different on that trim.

[@mikeycarlton4365]

Yeah, I ended up getting the wilderness and I’ll probably have to buy the crossbars for my wife because for some reason she thinks she needs them

[@deborahwilliams6940]

These videos are great! I watched a couple of them before I went to the dealer to shop for my 2024 Crosstrek and the salesman didn't know some of the features I learned! I'm really enjoying the car and chatting with other Subaru owners in parking lots about fun things we've learned from watching these videos and others like them.

[@Smokeybear020]

Had no idea about the roof bars on my 2024 Outback... love the tips you provide !! THANKS !!

[@TchindKatane]

Yes, that’s cool to know though 😊

[@mikeL5183]

I bet you probably also didn't know that there's space under the load floor to stow the cargo shade...

[@traceymorris4702]

I have a 2018 Outback and yes I did know about the roof rack. I think it should be on all the Subis. Very convenient. Thanks for all the tips 🙂

[@heavenleigh111]

It does not look like they are adjustable in this video. Can you still slide them front to back so that the distance between them can be changed?

[@traceymorris4702]

@@heavenleigh111 no. They are in a fixed position where the pivot is

[@Fiereflye]

Alex, your videos are great and I’ve learned so much from them! But I have to say that I think the one touch lane changer is dangerous. I’ve seen people turn their blinker light on just as they were moving over and it gives no one that’s behind or beside them time to react. Just when you’re moving over is not the time to turn on your blinker light. Your blinker light should be on well before you start changing lanes.

[@JeronimoStilton14]

While this is true you also shouldn’t be beginning a lane change in a scenario where that actually factors in. If the guy behind you is flying up, wait to change lanes

[@Pinger932]

The bars on the cruise control corresponds time in seconds with the vehicle in front of you. Two bars-two second distance, three bars-three second distance and so on. A great safety feature.

[@angelozoras2813]

I've enjoyed the high beam assist. Leave them on and it's auto response is great. Subaru forester '23

[@doncohen1275]

Wiper link is on the Forester. If you go into Auto Light Sensor there is a toggle to turn wiper kink on or off.

[@mikeL5183]

lol, it was right on the screen as he was saying it wasn't there!

[@karltitz1725]

I never thought I would buy a Subaru until I drove a Subaru Outback Limited. This is a great car.

[@jnicecat]

I did not know about the roof rail system! That's a great feature, thanks. Most of the rest of what you showed I did know about.

[@Mike-nu1ed]

We have had our 2024 Outback for exactly one week...absolutely loving these tips! Thank You!

[@alexpmo]

Great choice. Enjoy! 😎

[@dubtechnosessions3161]

Love your videos. My best advice for Subaru owners is to take the owners' manuals out of the plastic OR watch this man's content. Appreciate you!

[@alexpmo]

Thank you!

[@ucanduit7961]

If you really want to learn about your Subaru model, go to the forum for it. Tons of information.

[@tsgt2007]

I love this gentleman’s videos. Very informative and helpful. I downloaded the manuals for my 24 Forester on my laptop and search everything on the pdf file. So easy.

[@milay6140]

My manual is not just in the plastic, it’s actually not even in the car. The car is so small, this book takes a half of its space.

[@tsgt2007]

I put my manual in the styrofoam where the spare tire is located.

[@billmoyes9229]

Very informative, could see the screen and you explained everything very well and it was easy to follow you.

[@JoelSzymczyk]

bought a 2016 outback new... the roof rack system was a major consideration. The decision to get rid of the tie down points and go with the "open" slopes of the rails on later models was a huge step backwards for those of us who actually USE the rack system! Constantly rooftopping large SOT fishing kayaks, the rack system on my Outback is close to perfect.

[@ryanjeffreypetersen]

The newer ones on the Outback Wilderness are that way because the roof is further reinforced for the additional weight of rooftop tents. Normal Outbacks (2020+) have a max dynamic (in motion) weight capacity of 150 lbs and does not list a static limit (like if you're in a tent and parked) but does mention NOT to mount a tent. But the Wilderness ones (with the correct aftermarket heavy duty crossbars) can take 220 lbs dynamic and 700 lbs static for a tent.

[@JoelSzymczyk]

@@ryanjeffreypetersen good points but not exactly on target. The tie down points are not there on all models, not just the Wilderness trim. And the addition of the added pillars make sense of course, but are not the whole story. Lawyers demand any rack system be completely under-rated because consumer stupidity can never be overestimated..... for 8 straight years I've been roof-racking two full sized fishing SOT kayaks on my outback, combined weight well over 150, but I know how to use tie-downs , and don't automatically assume if there is some problem that it is the manufacturer's fault.

[@txdave13]

I'm so glad I watched this. The one touch lane change setting was something that had frustrated me through the two years of owning my Outback. Thank you so much. I did know about the roof racks, though. Great vids.

[@dsa4347]

You show clearly where to find the light settings. Thank you.

[@finaboykm]

I’m saving all your videos in a folder because the lease return will be during the end of December. At that time a Forester sport or wilderness will be bought within limited miles (less then 30,000).It will be the perfect/reliable vehicle for the upcoming x country drives ( with dog)across Canada ( west coast to east coast) for the hiking/backpacking/ camping. Using it solely for that purpose of 12 weeks max of cruising. Your videos are incredibly helpful to be up to date on the options/settings/hidden features and your videos are probably more informative that the salesperson.Will spend a couple of easy days “ fine tuning “ all the options and be ready to hit the road. Thank you and please keep posting..

[@alexpmo]

Glad to hear you've found my videos helpful!

[@iwannaseenow1]

The crossbar feature is amazing! I use it when camping and bringing a roof box.

[@kippywylie]

Is there an adjustment to the Lane Centering thing? Just picked up my 2024 Outback Limited yesterday and one of the first things I noticed is that when I'm driving with the the eyesight lane centering it feels like the car is wandering side-to-side slightly. Maybe it's something I need to get used to but my brain seems to constantly shock into "where are we going!" as the car slightly steers towards the opposing head-on lane

[@richardrozak7297]

Alex, Another THANK YOU!!, to you for helping Subaru owners. After watching this video I was doing maintenance on our ex '16 Legacy we gave to our daughter. I started looking in the settings and found I could leave notes to record date and mileage. After we had the car for six years and never knew. Thanks again!

[@michaelz6555]

Boy, what I wouldn't give for that hidden setting that permanently disables the auto-start-stop "feature" of my Outback.

[@johnbeardslee3811]

It drove me nuts too on my wife's 22 Forester and the only fix is that they sell some gizmo (autostop eliminator is the one I found) which is a $100 plug in module that allows it to be permanently turned off.

[@michaelz6555]

@@johnbeardslee3811 yeah, I saw that gizmo online too. That’s a decision of last resort, although I’ll probably wind up getting it.

[@merledemo2381]

I agree, we need the auto-start disabled.

[@BusterKitten]

@@johnbeardslee3811 I installed one of these (the $100 one before I found out there's one out there for $25) a couple weeks after I took delivery of my 22 Forester Touring. Works great and doesn't interfere with anything in the car. Fits underneath the driver's seat. By the way I got the $25 one and installed it in our 23 Crosstrek (it mounts where the fuses are left side under the dash and it works great as well.

[@ArcAngel11958]

It’s called an auto start stop eliminator. I installed one over the weekend.

[@nejieboyy]

ive been watching most of your videos before buying a crosstrek as a first car. these videos have been so helpful! thank you so much!

[@lynnewarth8817]

I did not know that about the Outback cross bars. One topic that I would like to hear about..... I was told that to use a commercial car wash that you have to turn off was it Eyesite? Thanks

[@m3rdpwr]

When you mentioned directionals, it reminded me of an annoying thing on the Outback, compared to every other vehicle I've owned. With the Outback, when the directional is on, you need to turn your wheel further than any other car I've driven before. It will automatically click and pop off. So a lot of the turns I take are bare right. This means that I'm usually manually turning those off and sometimes forget to turn them off and it's an annoyance. It's something I got to get used to I suppose.

[@anniemilliron8575]

I did not know about the crossbar system on my Outback! It's so good to know!

[@ronsilva4615]

These are awesome. I just used the auto hi beam feature earlier this evening. It's very effective.

[@mrhalfstep]

I did know about the roof rack. Tony demonstrated it to me when he sold me the Outback. I thought that all the models that came standard with roof racks used that design, so that part was new to me. Alex, is there a way to raise or lower the temperature setting without actually turning on the fan system. Sometimes the air that just naturally blows through the vents will be hotter or colder than I'd like and I just want to warm it up or cool it down and turning on the fan first means I have to blast myself with a BIG hit of the air that I already find uncomfortable, and it takes two steps and more distraction while I'm trying to drive. Just touching the up /down keys doesn't seem to work if the fan isn't running. Thanks for your help and the videos.

[@shawnwatson9170]

Thank you Alex! Had our Outback for 3 years and did not know about the blinker or the crossbar.

[@Mimimulf]

Been driving Subaru Outbacks for over 12 years. Had no idea about the roof crossbar system. Thanks!

[@onetimer100]

I see this comment often. It just boggles my mind,. I mean, it''s been a big selling point of the OB's for long long long time now.

[@JohnMarra]

Thanks for these videos, Alex. Picked up my Outback Onyx Edition 2 weeks ago. I finally got the garage cleaned out yesterday to accommodate the Outback's extra length, 16 feet compared to my Crosstrek.

[@alexpmo]

Congrats on the Onyx! I have the same trim and love it

[@JohnMarra]

Hi Alex, I have a question. In the cargo area on the left and right panels is a rectangle device that pivots down when pressed. It is located to the rear of the back seat release levers. I don't think it has anything to do with the cargo net. Videos for that don't mention what I'm describing.

[@mozer7639]

Hey, Alex! How is it going? I really enjoy your videos, they very useful for me. I'd like you to teach us how to reconfigure the electric glasses when they lose its memory! Tks in advance!

[@trackguy4038]

Great videos! I just purchased a Subaru Forester Premium with the Blind Spot/Rear Cross Traffic/Power Life Gate option!

[@MariaStein-g4l]

I found these video's by accident and am so thrilled that I did.

[@johns.3933]

Just traded in my Legacy Limited XT on a 2024 Forester Limited. I wanted to get a '24 before they all sold out. I knew that I didn't want another Subaru with the 11" full display after having it for 3 years with my Legacy. I also got a great deal as the model changes are coming soon. I just wish is was possible to get Subaru's with a Roof Rail delete option and to get a Limited without a moon roof.

[@alexpmo]

Glad you were able to secure one!

[@MaxwellBenson80]

Nice performance! I wasn't aware of most of these.

[@mikedwyer1944]

Knew about the crossbars. I either discovered it myself or the dealership mentioned it during delivery / orientation. I did not know about the fog light switch! I thought they went on or off depending on the headlight selection. This may be useful! The felt "napkins" were news also. The driver's side was folded down - not anymore now, and the passenger side was up. In looking at them to figure what I might have previously thought they were, I discovered a long, lost keyring I had concluded was lost on a hiking trail! Thanks, Alex! 😄 Finally, with standard cruise control, it seems to me you have to press the CC button on the right and then the press-and-hold distance switch. Thanks again!

[@ThomasWeser-vs6mu]

Glad I seen that on the cross bars. I was going to buy some. Love your videos, just bought a new touring addition. I’ve learned a lot Thankyou

[@mitchkite9354]

Thanks for another informative video. Keep the tips coming. I started watching your videos before I purchased my Outback. I already felt like an expert when my car arrived.

[@alexpmo]

Happy to help!

[@judih.8754]

I love this crossbar setup. The blinker setting is good. Rented a Chevy a few years ago with this and found it to be handy.

[@enossifiedossified3145]

I had no idea about the crossbars! Since they interfere with clearing snow off the roof, I think I'm going to swing them out of the way. I also didn't know about the auto lane change assist feature for the turn signals. I do have one gripe about the turn signals, it seems I have to make a much wider turn to get the signals to shut off than in any car I've owned before. Now that's an adjustment I'd like to have! I use adaptive cruise all the time and had no idea I could switch to normal cruise without going into the settings panel. I've had tha adptive cruise shut down a few times in heavy rain at night because the cameras couldn't see well enough. It would be nice to be able to shift to normal cruise until the rain lets up, so now I can. Thanks for this video!

[@martyahad6391]

I appreciated the tip about unlocking all doors when unlocking the driver door. I have a 2019 Forester and I have it for 5 years now and never knew this feature of unlocking all 4 doors at the same time. I don't know what the felt material does between the driver (or passenger) seats and the center console. My seats never move once set so that may not be the reason for the felt material. I like the one touch lane charger feature when the signals stays on 3 times. I wish the vehicle had a rain sensing feature when the wipers come on automatically when it starts to rain and increasing its speed accordingly when the rain starts to fall heavily. My 2003 Mazda 3 has this feature so it shouldn't be difficult for Subaru to have it on their cars.

[@brianpoisson8012]

Alex, when you were showing the Forester part of the headlight sensitivity and wiper link, you said you could not find the wiper link on the Forester. It looked like it was right below the sensitivity setting. I could be wrong, but I watched that part twice and it looked like it was there.

[@MariaStein-g4l]

I found these video's by accident and am thrilled!!!

[@johnbeardslee3811]

One thing I only recently figured out on my 2018 Forester is how to keep the high beams on when you want them as the auto highbeam setting is very sensitive to street lights. If you want to keep the high beams on you have to change from Auto to On for the lights.

[@gabrielleshatan880]

We knew about the roof rack crossbars! but learned a lot of cool things! Thanks!

[@kimbo500]

I'm bummed. I bought a '23 Forester Ltd in December. My sister & brother in law have the Outback. I was able to get a preview on a lot of the their features (since I had my previous car for 16 yrs - I have a lot to learn!! 🤭). I am getting ready to move from FL to MN, and I am only taking what fits in my car (downsizing to a 1 bedroom apartment). I did not realize the Forester doesn't come with the same roof rail system! I was already unsure about spending the money on the cargo carrier, so to have to add the rails for another $249 is a bummer. My own fault, I shouldn't have assumed! Thanks so much for your videos! I will need to watch some more before I make my trip!! Hitting the like button!👍

[@alexpmo]

After having multiple different crossbars/roof rack setups in the past, I think the aero crossbars are well worth the extra cost. Another way to look at it is that the equivalent Outback limited has a higher price point. So although the Forester doesn’t have the built in crossbars, you make up for it with the lower price on the Forester!

[@kimbo500]

@@alexpmo I agree with you 💯% !!! It was just unexpected, and my own fault. I totally would do it if I would use the set up on several occasions, or had several passengers and needed the extra cargo space. Who knows....maybe I'll pick up kayaking after I move!! I'll have lakes all over the place to check out!! 👍 Thanks for your input - it's appreciated!

[@karinewan454]

Did not know about the roof rack. Thanks so much for all the info!

[@jetski54]

Hi Alex. I have a 2024 Crosstrek Sport. Love your channel. Is there a special windshield washer fluid recommendation for our cars?

[@obs2598]

Hi, enjoyed your video my problem with my outback is how do I turn off my radio when I turn off my engine I usually have to open my door and then it turns off otherwise it stays on what’s up

[@alexpmo]

The radio will stay on for a few minutes after the car is shut off unless you open the driver door. In which case, it immediately shuts off. This is probably programmed this way so when you stop somewhere and shut your car off, you still have the ability to listen to music until you get out of the car.

[@barbforrest6026]

You didn't discuss the options that are available from the steering column where you can change what displays on the dash. Yes I knew about the crossbars on my outback.

[@mikam8801]

With the fixed crossbars, I assume you don’t have the option to go wider? I put slightly wider, heavier duty Thule Wingbar crossbars on my 2018 Outback to accommodate a cargo box and slim solar panel. I can also take the bars completely off if I want and just have a small rail channel. Maybe there is a workaround with this newer system? Asking for a future upgrade.

[@donquique1]

The roof built in cross bars are so cool. I was planning to buy a set until the dealer showed them to me.

[@ghostwolf4354]

Those crossbars are one of the cool engineering features I love about my Outback. I could see a group of engineers having a discussion about how they could mount a roof bar accessory, and one of them just says, "Why don't we just build them in and make them swivel? Wouldn't that be cool?" Less cool - the inability to disable the key fob control of the power lift gate. I had my dealership do this for me, and even though it likely took five minutes with the code scanner, I got charged a couple hundred dollars. It was worth it to not have my power tailgate open because I was in the house and changed position on the sofa (true story), but why couldn't this be a function in the Settings menu?

[@gerardobusch8888]

Hi Alex. Do Subarus have some kind of speed limiter? For example, you are driving in an avenue with a 20mph speed limit, is there any way to set it up to not be able to exceed this speed? I have a 2019 Ford Focus and love this feature.

[@alexpmo]

Other than setting the cruise control, there isn’t a way to automatically limit the speed based on the posted speed limit.

[@darrens325]

Good video. But worth mentioning you can't switch between adaptive cruise and regular cruise while cruise is actually set. At least not on my Canadian version of the 2024 Outback Wilderness. Cruise has to be in the "READY" position, not set/engaged.

[@barbforrest6026]

I can change mine on the fly on my 23 outback us version, toggle on the steering wheel

[@celiapitt6303]

Alex you are awesome and explain everything well. Can you do a video on the Subaru forester 2025 and explain the screen functionality. Thank you so much.

[@glenngoodwin3899]

Hi Alex. Love your videos. I live in Ontario Canada which has a Daytime headlight law. This means that headlights are always on. Unfortunately the law does not include tail lights. The reason this is a concern is that with headlights in the Auto position, there are no tail lights which is not good in foggy conditions. It is for this reason that I forego all the features of Auto and leave it in the full headlight position. I have asked a couple different dealerships if I can incorperate my tail lights into Auto and have had no success. Cheers Keep up the great work

[@jamtraveler1]

Alex, I personally do not like the fixed cross bars, I have a 2023 Ascent and I have removed the cross bars. Thanks for all your videos.

[@ricketyhermit2831]

That swing away cross bar was my favorite feature on my first Outback...

[@michaelhartzel5855]

I have a 2018 Crosstrek… I never knew that about cruise control. It’s a pain when it rains and cruise control shuts off with eyesight being inhibited… Thank you… Now I want an outback for that cool roof rail system thank you.

[@russellelmore2152]

Hey, thanks for the use case! I was wondering why anyone wouldn't want to use the adaptive cc.

[@glenmallory6181]

Can you set the cruise control to adjust in one mph increments rather than the default five mph increments. I was thrilled to find that one mph increments are possible by bringing the toggle to the top or bottom of of its range of motion. Also, is it possible to lock your keys inside with just one fob and use the entry code under the tailgate?

[@elesabethbacherta2343]

Love that cross bar feature on the Outback!!

[@skeptical2649]

Headlights mandatory when wipers needed in my state. Wiper Link is good.

[@rodaignacio3718]

Hi Alex, I have learned a lot of things on your video. Could you do me a favor, can you please make a video on how to get access to Map on the Subaru Crosstrek Onyx or Sports step-by-step? I appreciate it, thank you very much and more power!

[@alexpmo]

If yours doesn't have the "Navigation" or "Map" app on the touch screen display, you can use Apple CarPlay/Android Auto instread. Just requires a smart phone and the charge cable. If your Crosstrek is 2024 or newer, it can be connected to your phone wirelessly. Here are two videos that should help!: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJa5l5yDjrCYbbssi=AiZKxXJmfHJmBmjf kzbin.infokSjtvsY4bjE?si=yl61NUWgF2r1pApG

[@HelenCroft-cs6is]

No, I didn't know about the roof rack. Thank you for all your tips very helpful.

[@alexpmo]

You're welcome! 😊

[@noosamike]

You should have mentioned the rear cross bar on the outback can be moved further back by unscrewing it with the included tool. It’s perfect if you’re carrying long items like sea kayaks.

[@MichaelOdom-r2d]

I have a 2021 basic model Forester, which you have to use a key. Can you show how to do the different settings for a person that has a key system and not a keyless.

[@MarkYoungman-bf8kw]

Great video Alex. I did not know about the crossbars on my 2024 Outback Touring XT. I do have a question that I hope you can answer - my Outback has ventilated front seats and it seems that there is an extremely uncomfortable duct or fan under the seat cushion that makes the front seats so uncomfortable that I have purchased seat cushions to provide some relief. Is this normal? It’s pretty disappointing that the top of the line Outback has front seats that are unbearable without using an after market seat cushion. Maybe there is a secret adjustment that I’m not aware of?

[@davidmorrison3814]

A friend has an Outback and is also a kayaker. She is unimpressed with the built-in roof bars when carrying her kayak because they flex a lot. When she puts the kayak on, they flex downward because of the weight of the kayak. It also means that when driving, the kayak bounces up and down whenever she goes over a bump in the road. They are a good idea, but just a bit flimsy for anything with any weight.

[@JoelSzymczyk]

I have a 2016, bought new, and the rack system was a major consideration for me.... I routinely put two large SOT fishing kayaks on the rack, with a total weight approaching 200 lbs, and do not notice anything worth worrying about.... ? been doing it now for 8 years, and all is well.

[@85churchlady]

I really like that feature --- though - it is a much larger, bulky side rails, so to carry the appropriate wrench to me to change the ones on the Forester, is more appealing in the long run.

[@NelsonANelisR]

hello, one question. Its is possible, for a forester Dyn 2021 to enable the autock door and auto close mirror functionalities. In my option avilables doest appear. thanks

[@MariaStein-g4l]

I'm thrilled with your video's, i found them by accident

[@Intimidator82]

I think that extra felt is to keep coins or other hard objects from falling into the track of the power seats and jamming up the slides and causing damage to the motors

[@GJones-qt7xi]

I am a Subaru owner. My current Subaru is a 2021 Crosstrek with the 2.5 engine and I’ve had the issue with the TCV . I watched a video where it was reported the 2025 Forester was removing the TVC from the line up and going back to the old thermostat that was so reliable. Any news on the removing the TCV from other models?

[@maryfranco9406]

I have a 20 T1.13 Subaru outback does the catalytic converter have two covers plastic covers one in the front and one in the middle if it does can you show the bottom please?

[@UmpTSquat]

On my 2019 Ascent Premium, the auto-high beam sensor turns off the high beams if there is adequate ambient lighting in the area.

[@vypir313]

I thought I saw wiper link right there in the settings in the forester you are in for the auto-light sensor at 7:41

[@JamesSymmonds]

Yeah, it's in the settings somewhere. Saw it when I was playing around one day.

[@alexpmo]

You're exactly right! I looked over this one clearly 🤣

[@madcatter13]

@@alexpmomakes the rest of us feel better for overlooking it too

[@mikec2810]

Great tips as usual Alex!

[@melissakane4661]

I been waiting for you to address accessory mode. I had my 30 day check in with Subaru last week and this was one of my questions; "why can' I roll down my windows in accessory mode? answer: you can't , it's a Subaru "safety" feature. Not a deal breaker but a bummer.

[@kelvinmalko4636]

Hi Alex, I stumbled across your channel while searching for information on a specific issue I'm having. I loved all the tips you shared about hidden features. I learned a lot of useful things. I am that person that reads manuals but this car has so many features (2018 Outback) that I just can't read and learn about every little detail. Anyways, I'm rambling. The issue I would like to know if you have knowledge about is the cruise control step function. The manual says that when the cruise is activated each press of the accelerate or decelerate button the speed should only adjust 1 MPH. And there is no instruction to change that. Well when my cruise is activated and I use the change speed buttons it adjusts 5 MPH. I called one Subaru dealer and talked to a service manager about it and I don't think he had a clue about it. He said "you need to bring it in". Do you have any information about this? Oh BTW I just got the car A couple of months ago from my 88 year old mother. She is no help.

[@alexpmo]

@@kelvinmalko4636 with the same switch that you’re using to adjust the cruise control speed, click and hold it up or down. That should increase or decrease the speed by 1mph. Subaru changed this starting in 2023 because of the confusion. Hope this helps!

[@natalieeager2911]

I have a 2019 Outback Limited-- the second up model. Can you post tips that apply to the2019 model.

[@shryx86]

My '22 Foster will turn on the headlights if the Eye Sight sees them go by frequently. Not sure if there's a setting to disable it, but I like it. I wish the quick blinker would flash 5 times instead of 3

[@TchindKatane]

Besides features, would you mind making more content about the Subaru market, pricing, models, availability, affordability. The car market is hectic right now. There are more channels talking about that. But we need a trustworthy Subaru channel like yours telling us more about Subaru car market.

[@alexpmo]

Yes, I’ll work on some more content related to that. Thanks for the suggestion!

[@TchindKatane]

@@alexpmo thanks you so much Alex for your understanding. I love your channel, we love Subaru, and we want to remain customers of Subaru products❤️

[@m1shasmith]

Hey, have a few more questions to you. Can we disable keyless function easily ?

[@jonroggenkamp2226]

Hey Alex, I’m probably missing something here, but I thought I heard you say you couldn’t find “wiper link” on the forester, but I saw it when you were in the “auto light sensor” setting. Wiper link was at the bottom when you clicked on auto light sensor. It is on my ‘23 Forester Wilderness in the same place. I might be mis-understanding though😅

[@thisspotrules3631]

Is there a way to disable the auto dimming high beams? They have a tendency to dim when reflected off a white street signs like speed limit signs. Not good on dark winding roads!

[@cafelate9515]

Do you know about the issue about the thermal control valve around 60k on the Forester? I just spent almost $2000 on my 2020 Forester with 66k miles and my warranty just expired. I asked the service advisor why this happened and no answer.

[@mattsbrute]

If you had it replaced, you got the upgraded replacement part which came out in Feb of 2022. You wont have an issue again. Subaru was reimbursing customers that had the TCV problem. Id check into it because they were mailing out letters to owners to get it fixed free of charge and would reimburse people who paid out of pocket.

[@LeftySurvival]

About to take delivery of my 2024 Outback Wilderness. Does it have the roof rack cross bars as well?

[@LisaBenson-dw7bw]

Hi Alex , love your videos. Does the 2023 outback touring xt have auto rain sensor's?

[@kurtr.leland5793]

My 2024 Forester Wilderness has the wiper link on the auto light sensor settings display screen.

[@alexpmo]

I realized after the video that it says "wiper link" at the bottom lol 🤣

[@emrg777]

I need to find out how to disable the warning chimes when I have a long load and I can't close the hatch. I saw a couple of videos about flipping the latch over but I have never been able to get this to work... it should be simple... but I can't get it to work or find a method to silence the alarm

[@stevehampe6982]

Alex, do appreciate your videos (recently obtained a 2020 OBL; Subaru #4). But I am curious, if these are fairly popular features why are they hidden? Why doesn't SoA include a brief "Hey look at this cool stuff" brochure in the documentation? Have to say, moving up from a 2013 OBL, I was excited by the tech upgrades in the 2020, but finding out the infotainment system has a 250+ page manual was more than a little daunting.

[@chuckfarrand7797]

Searching through your videos and I haven't found the answer yet. We have a 2024 Forester Touring. Is there a way to set the audio profile to match up with the driver profile? My wife and I each have an audio profile set but the system will seem to randomly change to the other profile every so often.

[@markfisher1716]

Another good video Alex. Have had my new Subaru(Crosstrek) a bit now so I knew most of that. Just curious are you one of the top salespersons at your dealership?

[@soumik88]

Hi. Is there a way to stop the seat belt warning chime for the rear seats in subaru forester 2023

[@alexpmo]

@@soumik88 there’s no work around except for clicking the seatbelt in place. It’s weight sensitive so should only chime when someone is sitting back there.