Subaru Forester: Precautions against vehicle modification
Always consult your SUBARU dealer if you want to install any accessory parts to your vehicle.
Do not perform any of the following modifications. Such modifications can interfere with proper operation of the seatbelt pretensioners.
- Attachment of any equipment (bush bar, winches, snow plow, skid plate, etc.) other than genuine SUBARU accessory parts to the front end.
- Modification of the suspension system or front end structure.
- Installation of a tire of different size and construction from the tires specified on the vehicle placard attached to the driver’s door pillar or specified for individual vehicle models in this Owner’s Manual.
System servicing
- When discarding a seatbelt retractor assembly or scrapping the entire vehicle damaged by a collision, consult your SUBARU dealer. - Tampering with or disconnecting the system’s wiri ...Child restraint systems
Infants and small children should always be placed in an infant or child restraint system in the rear seat while riding in the vehicle. You should use an infant or child restraint system tha ...See also:
Exterior front
Exterior front
1. Front view camera*
2. Hood
3. Headlight and turn signal lights
— Switch operation
— Bulb replacement
4. Windshield wiper and washer
— Switch operation
— Blad ...
Suspending and resuming cruise control
Suspend cruise control with a single press of
control (3).
To resume cruise control at the previous set
speed, press control (2).
RES (2) should be used only
if the
driver is aware of the set ...
Oil Check
Wait a few minutes after turning the
engine off before you check the oil.
1. Remove the dipstick (orange
handle).
2. Wipe off the dipstick with a clean
cloth or paper towel.
3. Insert the d ...