[over40driver]

What is the big P switch on the top of the steering column for, and the weather band on the factory radio?

 

[pleiad7]

The switch on top of the column is for the parking lights - also known as the battery drain switch.

Weather band radio is for... well, weather band.

 

[over40driver]

I didnt receive an owners manual, is there a certain way to select local weather band?

 

[FLdrummer]

If your radio is like the one in my '04, you press the 'band' button until you get to the weather radio function. Then you tune through the channels until you hear monotone talking. Depending on your location you may pick up multiple channels, so you'll need to look at the NWS' listings (link below) to figure out which one is closest (most relevant) to you.

NWR Stations Listing for Indiana

 

[over40driver]

Thanks for the quick response fldrummer, that is a nice link. Love white and black Foresters.