Subaru Forester: Low fuel warning light - Fuel gauge - Meters and gauges - Keys and doors - Subaru Forester Owner's ManualSubaru Forester: Low fuel warning light

The low fuel warning light illuminates when the tank is nearly empty [approximately 2.6 US gal (10.0 liters, 2.2 Imp gal)]. It only operates when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.

NOTE
This light does not turn off unless the tank is replenished up to an internal fuel quantity of approximately 4.0 US gal (15 liters, 3.3 Imp gal).

Promptly put fuel in the tank whenever

Promptly put fuel in the tank whenever the low fuel warning light illuminates. Engine misfires as a result of an empty tank could cause damage to the engine.

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