Power Steering - Subaru 2011 Forester Quick Reference Manual

Type A
Type B
When selected, the SPORT mode indica-
tor light on the combination meter will turn
on.
To deselect SPORT mode, move the
select lever to the "D" position or select
manual mode.
To subsequently reselect SPORT mode,
move the select lever to the "D" position
and from there to the manual gate.
In this mode, the transmission shifts up at
higher vehicle speeds and shifts down
more responsively than in normal mode.
Starting and operating

Power steering

The power steering system operates only
when the engine is running.
If you lose power steering assist because
the engine stops or the system fails to
function, you can steer but it will take
much more effort.
CAUTION
Do not hold the steering wheel at the
fully locked position left or right for
more than 5 seconds. This may
damage the power steering pump.
NOTE
Right after the engine has been started
and before it has warmed up, you may
hear a noise coming from areas adja-
cent to the power steering pump which
is located at the right-front area of the
engine compartment. This noise is
normal. It does not indicate power
steering system trouble.
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