Subaru Forester: Key reminder chime
The reminder chime sounds when the driver’s door is opened and the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” or “Acc” position.
The chime stops under the following conditions.
- when the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position
- when the key is removed from the
ignition switch
- when the driver’s door is closed
START
The engine is started in this position. The
starter cranks the engine to start it. When
the key is released (after the engine has
started), the key automatically returns to
the “ON” positi ...
Ignition switch light
For easy access to the ignition switch in
the dark, the ignition switch light illuminates
when the driver’s door is opened or
when the driver’s door is unlocked using
the remote keyless en ...
See also:
Map lights
Map lights
Push the light lens to turn the map light on or off.
The map light control switch has three positions:
ON 1 , DOOR 2 and OFF 3 .
The light 4 (if so equipped) will illuminate
when t ...
Tire age
Tires degrade over time, even when they are
not being used. It is recommended that tires
generally be replaced after 6 years of normal
service. Heat caused by hot climates, frequent
high loadi ...
Maintenance Safety
All service items not detailed in this
section should be performed by a
certified technician or other qualified
mechanic. ...
