Subaru Forester: When checking or servicing in the engine compartment while the engine is 
running - Maintenance precautions - Maintenance and service - Subaru Forester Owner's ManualSubaru Forester: When checking or servicing in the engine compartment while the engine is running

A running engine can be dangerous.

A running engine can be dangerous.

Keep your fingers, hands, clothing, hair and tools away from the cooling fan, belts and any other moving engine parts. Removing rings, watches and ties is advisable.

    When checking or servicing in the engine compartment (non-turbo models)
    - Do not contact the belt cover while checking the components in the engine compartment. Doing so may cause your hand to slip off the belt cover and result in an unexpected injury. - D ...

    Engine hood
    To open the hood: 1. If the wiper blades are lifted off the windshield, return them to their original position. 2. Pull the hood release knob under the instrument panel. 3. Release the se ...

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