Subaru Forester: Starting the engine - Starting and operating - Subaru Forester Owner's ManualSubaru Forester: Starting the engine

Do not operate the starter motor

Do not operate the starter motor continuously for more than 10 seconds.

If the engine fails to start after operating the starter for 5 to 10 seconds, wait for 10 seconds or more before trying again.

NOTE
It may be difficult to start the engine when the battery has been disconnected and reconnected (for maintenance or other purposes). This difficulty is caused by the electronically controlled throttle’s self-diagnosis function. To overcome it, keep the ignition switch in the “ON” position for approximately 10 seconds before starting the engine.

Preparing to drive
You should perform the following checks and adjustments every day before you start driving. 1. Check that all windows, mirrors, and lights are clean and unobstructed. 2. Check the appearance a ...

MT models
1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Turn off unnecessary lights and accessories. 3. Press the clutch pedal to the floor and shift the shift lever into neutral. Hold the clutch pedal to the floor whil ...

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Tire characteristics
Tire data is vehicle-specific and may deviate from the data in the example. This information describes the tire cord and the number of layers in sidewall 1 and under the tread 2. ...

Using Automatic Mode
Press and release the button in the center of the switch and the Sky Slider™ will close automatically from any position. ...

Event Data Recorders (EDR)
GUID-D562961D-9AFE-4754-8C59-8C01CE2FEDDB This vehicle is equipped with an Event Data Recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, s ...