Subaru Ascent 2018-2026 Owner's Manual: Windows

WARNING

To prevent serious injury caused by entrapment in the Subaru Ascent, always strictly follow the safety guidelines outlined below without exception.

• When operating the Subaru Ascent power windows, exercise extreme caution to ensure that no body parts, clothing, or foreign objects become trapped between the glass and the window frame.
• Always activate the window lock switch when children are traveling in the Subaru Ascent to prevent accidental operation of the passenger windows.
• For safety reasons, always take the Subaru Ascent key or access key fob with you when leaving the vehicle and never leave children unattended inside. Failure to do so could result in injury if a child operates the power windows.

NOTE

• The Subaru Ascent power window system is equipped with a protective mechanism that detects resistance, impact, or abnormal operation. If such a condition is detected, the system automatically stops the window movement to prevent injury or damage.
  • When closing, the window may automatically reverse slightly and stop.
  • When opening, the window may stop moving downward.
• The Subaru Ascent system may detect resistance or abnormal conditions in situations such as:
  • When a large object becomes trapped between the window and the frame.
  • When a small foreign object is caught in the window track.
  • When the Subaru Ascent drives over rough surfaces, such as deep potholes, causing vibration.
• After the safety system stops the window automatically, it may not be possible to close the window again for a few seconds.

Power window operation

Power window switches

Driver's side power window switches

1. Front left window control (with one-touch auto up/down feature)
2. Front right window control (with one-touch auto up/down feature)
3. Rear left window control
4. Rear right window control
5. Window lock switch

In the Subaru Ascent, all windows can be conveniently operated using the master control panel located on the driver’s door, providing centralized control over every window in the vehicle.

The switches illuminate when activated, ensuring easy visibility during nighttime driving.

Passenger's side power window switches

Each passenger door in the Subaru Ascent is equipped with an individual power window switch, allowing occupants to control their respective windows independently.

These switches also illuminate when in use, improving usability in low-light conditions.

Operating the window

With one-touch auto up and down feature

1. Automatic closing*
2. Manual closing
3. Manual opening
4. Automatic opening*

*: To stop the Subaru Ascent window at any desired position, move the switch in the opposite direction.

Without one-touch auto up and down feature

1. Close
2. Open

The Subaru Ascent power window system is designed to provide both convenience and safety, ensuring smooth operation while protecting occupants from potential hazards. Understanding how to properly use these controls enhances driving comfort and overall vehicle usability.

NOTE

To ensure proper operation of the Subaru Ascent power window system and prevent potential malfunctions, avoid the following actions.

• Do not continue pressing a window switch in the same direction after the Subaru Ascent window has already reached its fully open or fully closed position.
• Avoid operating three or more Subaru Ascent window switches simultaneously in the same direction once all windows are fully opened or closed.

Performing either of these actions may activate the Subaru Ascent power window circuit breaker, temporarily disabling window operation. If this occurs, it is necessary to reinitialize the power window system. Refer to the section "Initialization of power window (windows with off delay function)".

Anti-entrapment function (windows with off delay function)

The Subaru Ascent is equipped with an advanced anti-entrapment safety feature designed to protect occupants during automatic window operation.

When a window is closing automatically and detects a significant obstruction between the glass and the frame, the Subaru Ascent system will immediately reverse the window slightly and stop to prevent injury or damage.

Similarly, if an obstruction is detected while the window is opening automatically, the system will halt the window movement.

CAUTION

• Never attempt to test the Subaru Ascent anti-entrapment function using any part of your body.
• If an object becomes trapped very close to the fully closed position, the Subaru Ascent system may not detect it correctly, and the anti-entrapment function may not activate as expected.

NOTE

• The Subaru Ascent anti-entrapment system may activate even when no object is present if the system detects a shock or vibration similar to an obstruction, such as when driving over a deep pothole or rough surface.
• After the anti-entrapment function is triggered, the Subaru Ascent window cannot be closed again for several seconds as a safety precaution.

Off delay function (if equipped)

The Subaru Ascent features an off delay function that allows continued operation of the power windows for approximately 40 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the "ACC" or "OFF" position.

If a front door is opened within this time period, the Subaru Ascent off delay function will be immediately canceled, disabling window operation.

Locking the passengers' windows

1. Lock
2. Unlock

When the window lock switch in the Subaru Ascent is set to the lock position, all passenger window controls are disabled. This includes the switches on the driver’s door as well as those on each passenger door.

When the indicator on the Subaru Ascent window switches is not illuminated, the switches are inactive and cannot be used to operate the windows.

Initialization of power window (windows with off delay function)

If the one-touch auto up/down feature or the off delay function of the Subaru Ascent does not operate correctly, the power window system must be reinitialized by following the procedure below.

1. Ensure that the door is fully closed.

2. Turn the ignition switch of the Subaru Ascent to the "ON" position.

3. Fully open the window, then press and hold the power window switch for approximately 1 second.

4. Fully close the window, then pull and hold the power window switch for approximately 1 second.

This procedure restores proper functionality of the Subaru Ascent power window system, ensuring smooth operation and reliable performance.