Subaru Forester: Replacement of brake pad and lining
The front disc brake and the rear disc brake have audible wear indicators on the brake pads. If the brake pads wear close to their service limit, the wear indicator makes a very audible scraping noise when the brake pedal is applied.
If you hear this scraping noise each time you apply the brake pedal, have the brake pads serviced by your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.
If you continue to drive despite the scraping noise from the audible brake pad wear indicator, it will result in the need for costly brake rotor repair or replacement.
Hill start assist system (MT models)
Ensure that the Hill start assist system
operates properly under the following
circumstances:
1. Stop the vehicle on an uphill grade by
depressing the brake pedal and clutch
pedal, with the ...
Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings
When replacing the brake pad or lining,
use only genuine SUBARU parts. After
replacement, the new parts must be
broken in as follows. ...
See also:
Using the mechanical key (vehicles with smart key system)
Take out the mechanical key.
After using the mechanical key,
store it in the electronic key. Carry
the mechanical key together with
the electronic key. If the electronic
key battery is depleted ...
Certification Label
Label Example
A vehicle-specific Certification label is attached to the lower center pillar
on the driver side of the vehicle or on the rear edge of the driver door. The label
shows the size of ...
Pulling a stuck vehicle
Front
Do not use the tie down hooks for towing or
vehicle recovery.
Front:
Securely install the recovery hook 1 (stored in
the luggage room) as illustrated.
Make sure that the hook is proper ...
