Subaru Forester: Engine compartment overview
Engine hood
To open the hood: 1. If the wiper blades are lifted off the windshield, return them to their original position. 2. Pull the hood release knob under the instrument panel. 3. Release the se ...Non-turbo models
Non-turbo models 1) Power steering fluid reservoir 2) Manual transmission oil level gauge (MT) or Differential gear oil level gauge (AT) 3) Clutch fluid reservoir 4) Automatic transmission ...See also:
D (Drive)
This position is for normal driving.
The transmission automatically shifts into
a suitable gear from 1st to 4th according to
the vehicle speed and the acceleration
you require.
When more accel ...
Driving Guidelines
Your vehicle has higher ground
clearance that allows you to travel
over bumps, obstacles, and rough
terrain. It also provides good
visibility so you can anticipate
problems earlier.
Because ...
Front passenger air bag and status light
Front passenger air bag status light
The front passenger air bag is designed
to automatically turn OFF under some
conditions. Read this section carefully
to learn how it operates. Proper ...