Subaru Forester: Driving when tired or sleepy - Safety precautions when driving - Subaru Forester Owner's ManualSubaru Forester: Driving when tired or sleepy

When you are tired or sleepy, your

When you are tired or sleepy, your reaction time will be delayed and your perception, judgment and attentiveness will be impaired. If you drive when tired or sleepy, your, your passengers’ and other persons’ chances of being involved in a serious accident may increase.

Please do not continue to drive but instead find a safe place to rest if you are tired or sleepy. On long trips, you should make periodic rest stops to refresh yourself before continuing on your journey.

When possible, you should share the driving with others.

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