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Subaru 2016 Forester Owner's Manual (612 pages)
Brand:
Subaru
| Category:
Automobile
| Size: 32.2 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
15
Abbreviation List
8
Safety Warnings
8
Vehicle Symbols
9
General Information
14
Seat, Seatbelt and Srs Airbags
31
Front Seats
32
Manual Seat
34
Head Restraint Adjustment
35
Power Seat (Driver S Seat if Equipped)
35
Seat Heater (if Equipped)
37
Rear Seats
38
Armrest (if Equipped)
38
Head Restraint Adjustment
39
Folding down the Rear Seatback
40
Reclining the Seatback (if Equipped)
42
Seatbelts
43
Seatbelt Safety Tips
43
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)
44
Automatic Locking Retractor/Emergency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR)
44
Seatbelt Warning Light and Chime
45
Fastening the Seatbelt
45
Seatbelt Maintenance
51
Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
51
Seatbelt with Shoulder Belt Pretensioner
51
Pretensioners
51
System Monitors
54
System Servicing
54
Precautions against Vehicle Modification
55
Child Restraint Systems
56
Where to Place a Child Restraint System
57
Choosing a Child Restraint System
58
Installing Child Restraint Systems with ALR/ELR Seatbelt
59
Installing a Booster Seat
62
Installation of Child Restraint Systems by Use of Lower and Tether Anchorages (LATCH)
63
Top Tether Anchorages
67
SRS Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
68
General Precautions Regarding SRS Airbag System
68
Components
75
SUBARU Advanced Frontal Airbag System
77
SRS Side Airbag and SRS Curtain Airbag
87
Seat, Seatbelt and SRS Airbags
95
SRS Airbag System Monitors
95
SRS Airbag System Servicing
97
Precautions against Vehicle Modification
98
Keys and Doors
99
Keys
101
Immobilizer
101
Security Indicator Light
102
Key Replacement
102
Certification for Immobilizer System
102
Key Number Plate
101
Door Locks
103
Locking and Unlocking from the Outside
103
Locking and Unlocking from the Inside
105
Battery Drainage Prevention Function
105
Power Door Locking Switches
106
Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System (if Equipped)
107
Safety Precautions
108
Locking and Unlocking with Keyless Access Entry Function
110
Selecting Audible Signal Operation
114
Warning Chimes and Warning Light
114
Disabling Keyless Access Function
114
When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
116
Replacing Battery of Access Key
116
Replacing Access Key
116
Certification for Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System
116
PIN Code Access (Models with Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System )
117
Registering a PIN Code
117
Unlocking
118
Remote Keyless Entry System
119
Locking the Doors
121
Unlocking the Doors
121
Vehicle Finder Function
121
Sounding a Panic Alarm
121
Selecting Audible Signal Operation (Models Without Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System )
121
Replacing the Battery
122
Replacing Lost Transmitters
122
Alarm System
122
System Operation
122
Activating and Deactivating the Alarm System
123
If You Have Accidentally Triggered the Alarm System
123
Arming the System
123
Disarming the System
126
Valet Mode
126
Passive Arming (Models Without Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System )
127
Tripped Sensor Identification
128
Shock Sensors (Dealer Option)
128
Windows
129
Power Window Operation by Driver
130
Power Window Operation by Passengers
132
Initialization of Power Window
133
Child Safety Locks
129
Rear Gate
133
Manual Rear Gate (if Equipped)
133
Power Rear Gate (if Equipped)
134
Keys and Doors
140
Moonroof (if Equipped)
140
Anti-Entrapment Function
141
Moonroof Switch
141
Sun Shade
142
Instruments and Controls
143
Ignition Switch (Models Without Push- Button Start System)
145
Lock
145
Acc
146
Start
146
Key Reminder Chime
146
Ignition Switch Light (if Equipped)
147
Push-Button Ignition Switch (Models with Push-Button Start System)
147
Safety Precautions
147
Operating Range for Push-Button Start System
147
Switching Power
148
When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
149
Hazard Warning Flasher
149
Meters and Gauges
149
Canceling the Function for Meter/Gauge Needle Movement Upon Turning on the Ignition Switch
150
Speedometer
150
Odometer
150
Double Trip Meter
151
Tachometer
151
Fuel Gauge
152
ECO Gauge (if Equipped)
152
Warning and Indicator Lights
153
Seatbelt Warning Light and Chime
154
SRS Airbag System Warning Light
155
Front Passenger S Frontal Airbag on and off Indicators
156
CHECK ENGINE Warning Light/Malfunction Indicator Light
156
Coolant Temperature Low Indicator Light/Coolant
157
Charge Warning Light
158
Engine Low Oil Level Warning Light
158
Oil Pressure Warning Light
158
AT OIL TEMP Warning Light (CVT Models)
159
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light (U.S.-Spec. Models)
159
Windshield Washer Fluid Warning Light
159
ABS Warning Light
161
Brake System Warning Light
161
Low Fuel Warning Light
162
All-Wheel Drive Warning Light (CVT Models)
163
Door Open Warning Light
163
Hill Start Assist Warning Light/Hill Start Assist off Indicator Light
163
Vehicle Dynamics Control Warning Light/Vehicle Dynamics Control Operation Indicator Light
164
Vehicle Dynamics Control off Indicator Light
165
Warning Chimes and Warning Light of the Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System (if Equipped)
165
Security Indicator Light
170
Select Lever/Gear Position Indicator (CVT Models)
171
SI-DRIVE Indicator Light (if Equipped)
171
Cruise Control Indicator Light (if Equipped)
172
Cruise Control Set Indicator Light (if Equipped)
172
Automatic Headlight Beam Leveler Warning Light (Models with HID Headlights)
172
Front Fog Light Indicator Light (if Equipped)
172
Headlight Indicator Light (if Equipped)
172
X-Mode Indicator Light (if Equipped)
172
Hill Descent Control Indicator Light (if Equipped)
172
High Beam Indicator Light
172
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
172
Instruments and Controls
173
Steering Responsive Fog Lights Warning Indicator
173
Steering Responsive Fog Lights off Indicator
173
Information Display (Mexico-Spec. Models)
173
Outside Temperature Indicator
173
Driving Information Display
174
Clock
177
Multi Function Display (if Equipped)
178
Basic Operation
179
Welcome Screen
179
Ending Screen
180
Self-Check Screen
180
Basic Screens
182
Interruption Screen
182
Selection Screen
189
Date and Time Settings
192
Image Quality and Volume Settings
199
Screen Settings
201
Maintenance Settings
209
Driving History Registration
213
Car Settings
214
Initialize
223
Light Control Switch
226
Headlights
227
High/Low Beam Change (Dimmer)
228
Daytime Running Light System
229
Headlight Flasher
229
Turn Signal Lever
230
One-Touch Lane Changer
230
Headlight Beam Leveler (if Equipped)
231
Automatic Headlight Beam Leveler (Models with HID Headlights)
231
Fog Light Switch (if Equipped)
231
Steering Responsive Fog Lights System (Models with Eyesight System)
232
Wiper and Washer
233
Windshield Wiper and Washer Switches
235
Rear Window Wiper and Washer Switch
236
Mirrors
237
(If Equipped)
237
Auto-Dimming Mirror/Compass (if Equipped)
237
Inside Mirror
237
Outside Mirrors
245
Defogger and Deicer
246
Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel
248
Horn
249
Climate Control
251
Ventilator Control
252
Center and Side Ventilators
252
Climate Control Panel
253
Type a
253
Type B
254
Type C
255
Type D
256
Automatic Climate Control Operation (Type B, C and D)
257
Type B
257
Type C and D
257
Manual Clim Ate Control Operation
258
Temperature Sensors
258
Airflow Mode Selection
258
Temperature Control
259
Fan Speed Control
260
Air Conditioner Control
260
Air Inlet Selection
260
Defrosting
261
Type a and B
261
Type C
261
Type D
261
Operating Tips for Heater and Air Conditioner
262
Cleaning Ventilation Grille
262
Efficient Cooling after Parking in Direct Sunlight
262
Lubrication Oil Circulation in the Refrigerant Circuit
262
Checking Air Conditioning System before Summer Season
262
Cooling and Dehumidifying in High Humidity and Low Temperature Weather Conditions
262
Air Conditioner Compressor Shut-Off When Engine Is Heavily Loaded
262
Refrigerant for Your Climate Control System
262
Air Filtration System
263
Replacing an Air Filter
263
Audio
267
Installation of Accessories
268
Roof Antenna
268
Audio Set
268
Audio Set
269
FM Reception
268
Antenna System
268
Basic Information before Use
270
Initial Screen
270
Loading and Unloading a Disc
270
Connecting and Disconnecting a USB Memory/ Portable Device
271
Touch Screen Gestures
272
Touch Screen Operation
272
Entering Letters and Numbers/List Screen Operation
273
Screen Adjustment
274
Other Settings
275
Basic Operation
277
Some Basics
277
Audio/Visual Remote Controls
283
Steering Switches
283
Tips for Operating the Audio/Visual System
286
Operating Information
286
Useful Information
293
Siriusxm Data Service
293
Starlink
295
Radio Operation
298
AM/FM Radio
298
Siriusxm Satellite Radio
310
Media Operation
315
USB Memory
318
Ipod
321
Bluetooth Audio
325
Aha TM by HARMAN
329
Specifications
336
Aux
338
Pandora
341
Bluetooth ® Settings
346
Registering/Connecting Bluetooth Device
346
Setting Bluetooth Details
349
Phone Operation (Hands-Free System for Cellular Phones)
352
Quick Reference
352
Some Basics
353
Calling on the Bluetooth Phone
356
Receiving on the Bluetooth Phone
363
Talking on the Bluetooth Phone
364
Setup
366
Phone Settings
366
What to Do if
368
Troubleshooting
368
Voice Command System Operation
372
Voice Command System
372
Command List
375
Appendix
379
Certification
379
Certification for Mexico Models
380
Certification for the Hands-Free System
380
Interior Equipment
381
Interior Lights
382
Dome Light
382
Cargo Area Light
382
Map Lights
383
OFF Delay Timer
383
Sun Visors
384
Sun Visor Extension Plate
384
Vanity Mirror
385
Storage Compartment
385
Glove Box
386
Center Console
386
Overhead Console (if Equipped)
387
Cup Holders
387
Front Passenger S Cup Holder
387
Rear Passenger S Cup Holder (if Equipped)
388
Bottle Holders
388
Accessory Power Outlets
389
Use with a Cigarette Lighter (if Equipped)
390
Ashtray (if Equipped)
391
Floor Mat (if Equipped)
392
Shopping Bag Hook
392
Cargo Area Cover (if Equipped)
393
Using the Cover
393
To Install the Front Cover
394
To Remove the Front Cover
394
To Remove the Cover Housing
394
Stowage of the Cargo Area Cover
395
To Install the Cover Housing
395
Convenient Hook
393
Cargo Tie-Down Hooks
396
Under-Floor Storage Compartment (if Equipped)
396
Rear View Camera
397
How to Use the Rear View Camera
398
Viewing Range on the Screen
399
Help Line
400
Starting and Operating
403
Fuel
405
Fuel Requirements
405
Fuel Filler Lid and Cap
407
State Emission Testing (U.S. Only)
409
Preparing to Drive
410
Starting and Stopping the Engine (Models Without Push-Button Ignition Switch)
411
Starting Engine
411
Stopping the Engine
413
Starting and Stopping Engine (Models with Push-Button Start System)
414
Safety Precautions
414
Operating Range for Push-Button Start System
414
Starting Engine
414
Stopping Engine
415
When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
416
Remote Engine Start System (Dealer Option)
416
Models with Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System
416
Start System
421
Pre-Heating or Pre-Cooling the Interior of the Vehicle
421
Service Mode (Models Without Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System )
421
Remote Transmitter Program (Models Without Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System )
422
System Maintenance
422
Manual Transmission
424
Shifting Speeds
425
Driving Tips
426
Continuously Variable Transmission
426
Select Lever
427
Selection of Manual Mode (if Equipped)
429
Selection of L (if Equipped)
430
Shift Lock Function
431
Driving Tips
432
SI-DRIVE (if Equipped)
432
Intelligent (I) Mode
432
Sport (S) Mode
433
Sport Sharp (S#) Mode
433
SI-DRIVE Switches
434
Power Steering
434
Braking
435
Braking Tips
435
Brake System
436
Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators
436
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)
437
ABS System Self-Check
437
ABS Warning Light
437
System
439
Vehicle Dynamics Control System
439
Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor
441
Vehicle Dynamics Control off Switch
441
X-Mode (if Equipped)
442
To Activate/Deactivate the X-Mode
443
Hill Descent Control Function
444
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (U.S.-Spec. Models)
445
Parking Your Vehicle
447
Parking Brake
447
Parking Tips
447
Hill Start Assist System
448
To Activate/Deactivate the Hill Start Assist System
450
Hill Start Assist Warning Light/Hill Start Assist off Indicator Light
452
Cruise Control (if Equipped)
452
To Set Cruise Control
453
To Temporarily Cancel the Cruise Control
454
To Turn off the Cruise Control
454
To Change the Cruising Speed
454
Cruise Control Indicator Light
456
Cruise Control Set Indicator Light
456
Driving Tips
457
Engine Exhaust Gas (Carbon Monoxide)
458
Fuel Economy Hints
458
New Vehicle Break-In Driving the First 1,000 Miles (1,600 Km)
458
Catalytic Converter
459
Driving in Foreign Countries
460
Periodic Inspections
460
Driving Tips for AWD Models
461
On-Road and Off-Road Driving
462
Winter Driving
464
Operation During Cold Weather
464
Driving on Snowy and Icy Roads
466
Corrosion Protection
467
Snow Tires
467
Tire Chains
467
Rocking the Vehicle
468
Loading Your Vehicle
468
Vehicle Capacity Weight
469
GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating)
470
Roof Rail (if Equipped)
470
Roof Molding and Crossbar (if Equipped)
471
Trailer Hitch (Dealer Option)
472
Connecting a Trailer
473
If Not Towing a Trailer
474
Trailer Towing
475
Warranties and Maintenance
475
Maximum Load Limits
475
Trailer Hitches
478
Connecting a Trailer
478
Trailer Towing Tips
479
In Case of Emergency
483
If You Park Your Vehicle in Case of an
484
Temporary Spare Tire
484
Maintenance Tools
485
Screwdriver and Wheel Nut Wrench
486
Under the Rear Floor
486
Flat Tires
487
Changing a Flat Tire
487
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (U.S.-Spec. Models)
490
Jump Starting
491
How to Jump Start
492
Engine Overheating
494
If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
494
If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
494
Towing
495
Towing and Tie-Down Hooks
495
Using a Flat-Bed Truck
497
Towing with All Wheels on the Ground
498
Access Key -If Access Key Does Not
499
Locking and Unlocking
499
Switching Power
499
Rear Gate -If the Rear Gate Cannot be
500
Starting Engine
500
Opened
500
Power Rear Gate - if Power Rear Gate Does Not Operate Properly
501
When the Rear Gate Cannot be Unlocked
502
When the Rear Gate Cannot be Closed
502
If Your Vehicle Is Involved in an Accident
503
Appearance Care
505
Exterior Care
506
Washing
506
Waxing and Polishing
507
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
507
Corrosion Protection
508
Most Common Causes of Corrosion
508
To Help Prevent Corrosion
508
Cleaning the Interior
509
Climate Control Panel, Audio Panel, Instrument Panel, Console Panel, and Switches
509
Leather Seat Materials
509
Seat Fabric
509
Synthetic Leather Upholstery
509
Monitor (if Equipped)
510
Maintenance and Service
511
Maintenance Schedule
513
Maintenance Precautions
513
Before Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment
514
When Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment While the Engine Is Running
515
Maintenance Tips
515
Engine Hood
517
Engine Compartment Overview
518
Non-Turbo Models
518
Turbo Models
519
Engine Oil
520
Engine Oil Consumption
520
Checking the Oil Level
520
Changing the Oil and Oil Filter
521
Recommended Grade and Viscosity
523
Synthetic Oil
523
Cooling System
523
Cooling Fan, Hose and Connections
524
Engine Coolant
524
Air Cleaner Element
525
Replacing the Air Cleaner Element
526
Spark Plugs
527
Recommended Spark Plugs
527
Drive Belts
528
Manual Transmission Oil
528
Recommended Grade and Viscosity
528
Front Differential Gear Oil (CVT Models) and Rear Differential Gear Oil
529
Recommended Grade and Viscosity
529
Brake Fluid
529
Checking the Fluid Level
529
Recommended Brake Fluid
530
Clutch Fluid (MT Models)
530
Checking the Fluid Level
530
Recommended Clutch Fluid
531
Brake Booster
531
Brake Pedal
531
Checking the Brake Pedal Reserve Distance
532
Clutch Pedal (MT Models)
532
Checking the Clutch Function
532
Checking the Clutch Pedal Free Play
532
Hill Start Assist System
533
Breaking-In of New Brake Pads and Linings
533
Replacement of Brake Pad and Lining
533
Parking Brake Stroke
534
Tires and Wheels
534
Types of Tires
534
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
535
Tire Inspection
536
Tire Pressures and Wear
536
Wheel Balance
538
Wear Indicators
539
Tire Rotation Direction Mark
539
Tire Rotation
540
Tire Replacement
540
Wheel Replacement
541
Aluminum Wheels
541
Windshield Washer Fluid
542
Replacement of Wiper Blades
543
Windshield Wiper Blade Assembly
544
Windshield Wiper Blade Rubber
544
Rear Window Wiper Blade Rubber
546
Battery
547
Fuses
548
Installation of Accessories
549
Replacing Bulbs
550
Headlights (Models with HID Headlights)
550
Headlights (Models Without HID Headlights)
550
Front Turn Signal Light Front Side Marker Light
552
Parking Light
552
Front Fog Light (if Equipped)
552
Rear Combination Lights
552
License Plate Light
553
Other Bulbs
554
Battery Replacement
554
Replacing Battery of Access Key
555
Replacing Transmitter Battery
556
Specifications
557
Specifications
558
Dimensions
558
Engine
559
Fuel
559
Engine Oil
560
Manual Transmission, Front Differential and Rear Differential Gear Oil
563
Engine Coolant
565
Fluids
565
Electrical System
566
Tires
566
Temporary Spare Tires
566
Brake Disc
567
Fuses and Circuits
568
Fuse Panel Located in the Passenger Compartment
568
Fuse Panel Located in the Engine Compartment
570
Bulb Chart
572
Vehicle Identification
576
Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
577
For U.S.A
578
Tire Information
578
Tire Labeling
578
Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure
580
Glossary of Tire Terminology
581
Tire Care Maintenance and Safety Practices
586
Vehicle Load Limit How to Determine
586
Determining Compatibility of Tire and Vehicle Load Capacities
589
Adverse Safety Consequences of Overloading on Handling and Stopping and on Tires
590
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
590
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards
591
Treadwear
591
Traction AA, A, B, C
591
Temperature A, B, C
591
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.)
592
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Brand:
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| Category:
Automobile
| Size: 1.97 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
5
About Eyesight
6
Adaptive Cruise Control
14
Lane Departure Warning
14
Lane Sway Warning
14
Conventional Cruise Control
15
Combination Meter
16
Lane Indicator
19
Steering Wheel Indicator
19
Multi Function Display
20
Steering Wheel Switches
22
Adaptive Cruise Control
25
Pre-Collision Braking System
47
Pre-Collision Throttle Management
56
Lane Departure Warning
62
Lane Departure Warning off Indicator Light
64
Lane Sway Warning
65
Lead Vehicle Start Alert
68
Conventional Cruise Control
69
List of Buzzer Sounds
79
Eyesight Malfunction and Temporary Stop
80
Customizing Functions
83
List of the Pop-Up Screens on the Multi Function Display
85
Troubleshooting
88
Subaru 2016 Forester Owner's Manual (57 pages)
Brand:
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| Category:
Car Receiver
| Size: 8.2 MB
Table of Contents
Basic Operation
2
Some Basics
2
Turning the System on and off
2
Selecting an Audio Source
3
Sound Settings
4
Saving the Sound Quality
5
Using a Preset Sound Quality
5
Audio Screen Adjustment
6
Voice Recognition System
7
Radio Operation
8
Presetting a Station
9
Selecting a Station from the List
10
Radio Broadcast Data System
10
Traffic Announcement (Fm Radio)
12
AVAILABLE HD Radio™ TECHNOLOGY
12
Caching a Radio Program
15
Siriusxm Satellite Radio
17
Presetting a Channel
20
Displaying the Radio ID
20
Selecting a Channel from the List
20
Media Operation
21
Usb Memory
23
Sd Card (with Navigation Function)
30
Bluetooth Audio
33
Connecting a Bluetooth Device
36
Audio/Visual Remote Controls
39
Steering Switches
39
Audio Settings Screen
41
Ipod SETTINGS
43
Automatic Sound Levelizer (Asl)
43
Tips for Operating the Audio/Visual System
44
Operating Information
44
CD Player and Disc
45
File Information
50
Packet Write
54
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Brand:
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| Category:
Automobile
| Size: 3.49 MB
Table of Contents
Quick Reference Guide
1
Table of Contents
3
Remote Keyless Entry
4
Seat Controls
5
Folding the Rear Seat
5
Instrument Panel
6
Gauges
7
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column
9
Power Exterior Mirrors
9
Personalize
9
Daytime Running Lights
10
Windshield Wipers
10
Light Controls
10
Controls
10
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
13
Cruise Control
13
Usb Port
13
Auxiliary Input Jack
13
Vehicle Dynamics Control off Switch
14
While Operating
14
Child Restraint System
15
Child Safety Locks
15
Safety/In Case of Emergency
15
Engine Oil
16
Additional Information
16
Subaru 2016 Forester Quick Reference Manual (21 pages)
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| Category:
Automobile
| Size: 3.94 MB
Table of Contents
Basic Operation
2
Remote Keyless Entry System
2
Adjustable Components
3
Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel
3
Remote Control Mirror Switch
3
Start/Stop Engine
4
Ignition Switch (if Equipped)
4
Continuously Variable Transmission (if Equipped)
5
Manual Transmission - if Equipped
5
Driver's Area
6
Audio Control Buttons
10
Child Safety Locks
11
Cruise Control Buttons
13
Multifunction Display
14
Warning Lights
16
Indicator Lights
18
Warning Indicator
18
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