SEATS > Front Seat
INSPECTION
1. SEAT COVER
Check that there is no tear or fray on the cover COMPL - front backrest and the cover - front cushion.
NOTE:
For model with side airbag, if the door side of the cover COMPL - front backrest is torn or frayed, the side airbag may not be deployed properly. In this case, replace the cover COMPL - front backrest with a new part.
2. CHECK ILLUMINATION OF PASSENGER’S SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHT
Check that the passenger’s seat belt warning light illuminates when the passenger’s seat is occupied.

If it does not illuminate, check the seat belt warning system and the occupant detection system.
• Seat belt warning system: Seat Belt Warning System">
• Occupant detection system: Basic Diagnostic Procedure">
3. FLAT MAT HOOK
Check the flat mat hook by applying weight to the backrest assembly.

NOTE:
If the appropriate stiffness is not obtained by applying weight to the backrest assembly, the hook may be disengaged.
If it is due to the deformation of the hook, replace the hook with a new part.

Disassembly
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High/low beam change (dimmer)
High beam
Low beam
In the Subaru Ascent, switching between high beam and low beam headlights is
performed using the dimmer control integrated into the turn signal lever. This system
allows the driver to quickly adapt lighting intensity depending on road conditions,
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Safety tips regarding the BSD/RCTA approach indicator light/warning buzzer
In the following cases, operation of the
BSD/RCTA approach indicator light and
the warning buzzer may be delayed or the
system may fail to issue these warnings.
When a vehicle moves to the
neighboring lane from a lane next to
the neighboring lane
When driving on a steep incline or
on ...