To Activate/Deactivate The X-Mode - Subaru Crosstrek 2020 Manual

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Starting and operating/X-MODE
X-MODE has the following functions.
. Hill descent control function:
Using the hill descent control function, you
can keep the vehicle at a consistent speed
driving downhill. If the vehicle speed is
likely to increase, the brake control system
will be activated to adjust the vehicle
speed.
. Driving ability control:
This mode increases the hill-climbing
ability and driving ability as well as
enabling smooth application of torque for
easier control of the steering wheel.
& To activate/deactivate the X-
MODE
X-MODE switch
X-MODE indicator (type A)
X-MODE indicator (type B)
To activate:
Press the X-MODE switch. While the X-
MODE is activated, the X-MODE indicator
appears.
To deactivate:
Press the X-MODE switch again. The X-
MODE indicator will disappear when the X-
MODE is deactivated.
NOTE
. Even if you try to activate the X-
MODE by pressing the X-MODE switch
when the vehicle speed is 12 mph (20
km/h) or more, the X-MODE will not be
activated. At this time, a buzzer will
sound twice.
. If the vehicle speed reaches 25 mph
(40 km/h) or more while the X-MODE is
activated, a buzzer will sound once and
the X-MODE will be deactivated.
. The SI-DRIVE mode will change to
the Intelligent (I) mode when the X-
MODE is deactivated.
. The SI-DRIVE mode will not be
affected even if the SI-DRIVE switch is
pressed while the X-MODE is activated.
At this time, the buzzer will sound
twice.
. While the engine is running, if any of
the following conditions is met, the X-
MODE will be deactivated. In this case,
it is not possible to activate the X-
MODE.
Also, the mode will change to the
Intelligent (I) mode and it will not be