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Subaru Forester Manual (400 pages)

Brand: Subaru | Category: Automobile | Size: 8.07 MB

Table of Contents

11
- Seat, Seatbelt and SRS Airbags
  3
- Keys and Doors
  3
- Audio
  4
- Driving Tips
  4
  - Vehicle Symbols
    5
  - Child Safety
    7
  - Drinking and Driving
    8
  - Driving with Pets
    9
  - Tire Pressures
    10
  - California Proposition 65
    10
  - Table of Contents
    11
- Interior Equipment
  4
  - Starting and Operating
    4
Table of Contents

23
Keys and Doors

85
- Keys
  
  86
  - Keys and Doors
    86
- Immobilizer
  
  86
  - Security ID Plate
    87
  - Security Indicator Light
    87
  - Key Replacement
    88
  - Key Number Plate
    86
- Door Locks
  
  88
  - Locking and Unlocking from the Outside
    88
  - Battery Drainage Prevention Function
    89
- Power Door Locking Switches
  
  90
  - Key Lock-In Prevention Function
    91
- Remote Keyless Entry System
  
  91
  - Locking the Doors
    92
  - Unlocking the Doors
    93
  - Unlocking the Rear Gate
    93
  - Illuminated Entry
    93
  - Vehicle Finder Function
    93
  - Sounding a Panic Alarm
    94
  - Selecting Audible Signal Operation
    94
  - Replacing the Battery
    94
  - Replacing Lost Transmitters
    95
- Alarm System
  
  98
  - System Operation
    98
  - Activating and Deactivating the Alarm System
    99
  - If You Have Accidentally Triggered the Alarm System
    99
  - Arming the System
    99
  - Disarming the System
    101
  - Valet Mode
    101
  - Passive Arming
    101
  - Tripped Sensor Identification
    102
  - Shock Sensors (Dealer Option)
    103
- Child Safety Locks
  
  103
- Windows
  
  104
  - Power Windows
    104
- Rear Gate
  
  106
- Moonroof (if Equipped)
  
  107
  - To Open the Moonroof
    108
  - To Close the Moonroof
    108
  - Anti-Entrapment Function
    108
  - Sun Shade
    109
Instruments and Controls

111
- Ignition Switch
  
  113
  - Lock
    113
  - Acc
    114
  - Start
    114
- Meters and Gauges
  
  115
  - Canceling the Function for Meter/Gauge Needle Movement Upon Turning on the Ignition Switch
    116
  - Speedometer
    116
  - Odometer/Trip Meter
    116
  - Tachometer
    118
  - Fuel Gauge
    118
    
    Front Passenger's Seat Belt Warning Light
    119
    
    SRS Airbag System
    119
    
    Seatbelt Warning Light and Chime
    120
    
    SRS Airbag System Warning Light
    121
    
    CHECK ENGINE Warning Light/Malfunction Indicator Lamp
    122
    
    Front Passenger's Frontal Airbag on and off Indicators
    122
    
    Coolant Temperature Low Indicator Light/Coolant
    123
    
    AT OIL TEMP Warning Light (at Models)
    124
    
    Charge Warning Light
    124
    
    Oil Pressure Warning Light
    124
    
    Models)
    125
- Hazard Warning Flasher
  
  115
  - Ignition Switch Light
    115
  - Key Reminder Chime
    115
- Warning and Indicator Lights
  
  119
  - Low Tire Pressure
    125
    
    ABS Warning Light
    126
    
    Brake System Warning Light
    126
    
    Low Fuel Warning Light
    128
  - AWD Warning Light
    128
    
    All-Wheel Drive Warning Light (at Models)
    128
    
    Automatic Headlight Beam Leveler Warning Light (Models with HID Headlights)
    128
    
    Door Open Warning Light
    128
    
    Hill Start Assist Warning Light (MT Models)
    128
    
    Light
    128
    
    Vehicle Dynamics Control Warning Light/Vehicle Dynamics Control off Indicator Light
    129
    
    Security Indicator Light
    130
    
    SPORT Mode Indicator Light (at Models)
    130
    
    Cruise Control Set Indicator Light
    131
    
    Front Fog Light Indicator Light (if Equipped)
    131
    
    Selector Lever and Gear Position Indicator (at Models)
    131
- Clock
  
  132
- Information Display
  
  132
- Light Control Switch
  
  135
- Turn Signal Lever
  
  137
- Illumination Brightness Control
  
  138
- Front Fog Light Switch (if Equipped)
  
  138
- Wiper and Washer
  
  139
  - Windshield Wiper and Washer Switches
    140
  - Rear Window Wiper and Washer Switch
    142
- Mirrors
  
  142
  - Inside Mirror
    142
  - Outside Mirrors
    144
- Defogger and Deicer
  
  145
- Tilt Steering Wheel (if Equipped)
  
  147
- Horn
  
  148
- Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel (if Equipped)
  
  148
Climate Control

149
- Ventilator
  
  150
  - Air Flow Selection
    150
  - Climate Control
    150
  - Center and Side Ventilators
    151
- Manual Climate Control System (if Equipped)
  
  151
  - Control Panel
    151
  - Heater Operation
    153
  - Air Conditioner Operation
    155
- Automatic Climate Control System (if Equipped)
  
  156
  - Control Panel
    156
  - To Use as Full-Automatic Climate Control System
    156
  - To Use as Semi-Automatic Climate Control System
    156
  - Fan Speed Control Dial
    157
  - Temperature Control Dial
    157
  - Air Flow Control Dial
    157
  - Air Inlet Selection Button
    158
  - Air Conditioner Button
    158
  - Temperature Sensors
    159
- Operating Tips for Heater and Air Conditioner
  
  160
- Air Filtration System
  
  161
  - Replacing an Air Filter
    161
Audio

165
- Antenna System
  
  166
  - FM Reception
    166
  - Roof Antenna
    166
- XM TM Satellite Radio Reception (if Equipped)
  
  166
- Installation of Accessories
  
  168
- Audio Set
  
  169
  - Type a Audio Set (if Equipped)
    169
  - Type B Audio Set (if Equipped)
    170
- Power and Sound Controls
  
  171
  - Power Switch and Volume Control
    171
  - Sound Control
    171
  - Adjustable Level of each Mode
    173
- FM/AM Radio Operation
  
  174
  - FM/AM Selection
    174
  - Tuning
    174
  - Displaying Radio PS (Program Service Name) and RT (Radio Text)
    176
  - Station Preset
    176
- Satellite Radio Operation (if Equipped)
  
  177
  - XM TM Satellite Radio
    177
  - Sirius Satellite Radio
    177
  - Satellite Radio Reception
    177
  - Displaying Satellite Radio ID of Tuner
    177
  - Band Selection
    178
  - Channel and Category Selection
    178
  - Channel Preset
    180
  - Display Selection
    180
- CD Player Operation
  
  181
  - How to Insert a CD (Type A)
    181
  - How to Insert a CD(S) (Type B)
    181
  - How to Play Back a CD
    183
  - Fast-Forwarding and Fast-Reversing
    184
  - Repeating
    185
  - Random Playback
    185
  - Scan
    186
  - Display Selection
    186
  - Folder Selection
    187
  - How to Eject a CD from the Player (Type A)
    187
  - How to Eject Cds from the Player (Type B)
    188
  - When the Following Messages Are Displayed
    189
- AUX Unit Operation
  
  189
- Audio Control Buttons (if Equipped)
  
  190
  - MODE Button
    190
- Precautions to Observe When Handling a Compact Disc
  
  192
Interior Equipment

195
- Interior Equipment
  196
  - Interior Lights
    196
    
    Dome Light
    196
    
    Cargo Area Light
    197
    
    Map Light
    197
  - Sun Visors
    198
    
    Glove Box
    199
    
    Vanity Mirror
    199
  - Storage Compartment
    199
    
    Center Console
    199
    
    Coin Tray
    201
    
    Overhead Console
    201
    
    Rear Seat Center Table (if Equipped)
    201
  - Cup Holders
    202
    
    Front Passenger Cup Holder
    202
    
    Rear Passenger Cup Holder (if Equipped)
    202
  - Bottle Holders
    203
  - Accessory Power Outlets
    203
    
    Use with a Cigarette Lighter (Dealer Option)
    205
  - Ashtray (if Equipped)
    205
  - Floor Mat
    206
  - Shopping Bag Hook
    206
  - Coat Hook
    207
  - Cargo Area Cover (Dealer Option)
    207
    
    Using the Cover
    207
    
    To Install the Cover Housing
    208
    
    To Remove the Cover
    208
  - Cargo Tie-Down Hooks
    209
  - Under-Floor Storage Compartment (if Equipped)
    210
Starting and Operating

211
- Starting and Operating
  212
  - Fuel
    213
    
    Fuel Requirements
    213
    
    Fuel Filler Lid and Cap
    214
  - State Emission Testing (U.S. Only)
    217
  - Preparing to Drive
    218
  - Starting the Engine
    218
    
    Manual Transmission Model
    218
    
    Automatic Transmission
    219
  - Stopping the Engine
    220
  - Remote Engine Start System (Dealer Option)
    221
    
    Remote Start Safety Features
    221
    
    Starting Your Vehicle
    221
    
    Entering the Vehicle Following Remote Engine Start Shutdown
    222
    
    Entering the Vehicle While It Is Running Via Remote Start
    222
    
    Pre-Heating or Pre-Cooling the Interior of the Vehicle
    222
    
    Remote Transmitter Programming and
    222
    
    Service Mode
    222
    
    System Maintenance
    223
  - Manual Transmission
    225
    
    Shifting Speeds
    225
    
    Driving Tips
    226
  - Automatic Transmission
    226
    
    Selector Lever
    227
    
    Selector Lever Reverse Inhibiting Function
    228
    
    Selection of Manual Mode
    229
    
    Maximum Speeds
    230
    
    Driving Tips
    231
    
    SPORT Mode
    231
    
    Shift Lock Release
    232
  - Power Steering
    233
  - Braking
    233
    
    Brake System
    233
    
    Braking Tips
    233
    
    Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators
    234
  - ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)
    234
    
    ABS System Self-Check
    235
    
    ABS Warning Light
    235
  - Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System
    236
    
    Steps to Take if EBD System Malfunctions
    236
  - Vehicle Dynamics Control System
    237
    
    Vehicle Dynamics con Trol Operation Indicator
    238
    
    Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor
    239
    
    Vehicle Dynamics Control off Switch
    241
  - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (U.S.-Spec. Models)
    242
  - Parking Your Vehicle
    243
    
    Parking Brake
    243
    
    Parking Tips
    243
  - Hill Start Assist System (MT Vehicles)
    245
    
    Hill Start Assist Warning Light
    246
  - Cruise Control
    246
    
    To Set Cruise Control
    246
    
    To Temporarily Cancel the Cruise Control
    247
    
    To Change the Cruising Speed
    248
    
    To Turn off the Cruise Control
    248
Driving Tips

251
- Engine Exhaust Gas (Carbon Monoxide)
  252
- Fuel Economy Hints
  252
- New Vehicle Break-In Driving - the First 1,000 Miles (1,600 Km)
  252
- Catalytic Converter
  253
- Driving in Foreign Countries
  254
- Periodic Inspections
  254
- Driving Tips for AWD Models
  255
- On-Pavement and Off-Road Driving
  256
- Winter Driving
  258
  - Operation During Cold Weather
    258
  - Driving on Snowy and Icy Roads
    259
  - Corrosion Protection
    260
  - Snow Tires
    260
  - Tire Chains
    261
  - Rocking the Vehicle
    261
- Loading Your Vehicle
  261
- Trailer Hitch (Dealer Option)
  265
  - Connecting a Trailer
    266
  - When You Do Not Tow a Trailer
    267
- Trailer Towing
  267
  - Warranties and Maintenance
    267
  - Maximum Load Limits
    268
  - Trailer Hitches
    271
  - Connecting a Trailer
    271
  - Trailer Towing Tips
    273
In Case of Emergency

275
- Temporary Spare Tire (if Equipped)
  
  276
  - Precautions for AWD Models with Automatic Transmission
    277
- If You Park Your Vehi Cle in Case of an
  
  276
- Maintenance Tools
  
  278
  - Tool Bag
    278
  - Under the Cargo Area
    279
- Flat Tires
  
  280
  - Changing a Flat Tire
    280
  - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (U.S.-Spec. Models)
    283
- Jump Starting
  
  284
  - How to Jump Start
    284
- Engine Overheating
  
  286
  - If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
    286
  - If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
    286
- Towing
  
  286
  - Towing and Tie-Down Hooks
    287
  - Using a Flat-Bed Truck
    289
  - Towing with All Wheels on the Ground
    290
- Rear Gate - if the Rear Gate Cannot be Opened
  
  291
- Moonroof - if the Moonroof Cannot be Closed
  
  291

Subaru Forester Manual (397 pages)

Brand: Subaru | Category: Automobile | Size: 20.45 MB

Table of Contents

11
- Safety Warnings
  4
- Vehicle Symbols
  4
- Child Safety
  7
- Drinking and Driving
  8
- Driving with Pets
  9
- Tire Pressures
  10
- Tire Changing Tools
  23
Table of Contents

25
Keys and Doors

82
- Keys
  
  83
  - Key Number Plate
    83
- Immobilizer
  
  84
  - Security ID Plate
    84
  - Immobilizer Indicator Light
    85
  - Key Replacement
    85
- Door Locks
  
  85
- Power Door Locking Switch
  
  87
  - Key Lock-In Prevention Function (Except Vehicles with Double Locking System)
    88
- Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System (if Equipped)
  
  88
- Remote Keyless Entry System (if Equipped)
  
  105
  - Locking and Unlocking Doors
    106
  - Unlocking Rear Gate
    107
  - Interior Light Interlock Function
    107
  - Replacing Battery
    107
- Double Locking System (if Equipped)
  
  110
  - To Set Double Locking System
    110
  - To Cancel Double Locking System
    111
  - In an Emergency
    111
  - If a Battery Goes Dead
    111
  - To Reset Double Locking System
    111
- Child Safety Locks
  
  112
- Function Disabling Unlocking with the
  
  112
  - Power Door Locking Switch
    112
- Windows
  
  113
  - Power Windows
    113
- Rear Gate
  
  115
- Sunroof (if Equipped)
  
  116
  - To Open the Sunroof
    117
  - To Close the Sunroof
    117
  - Anti-Entrapment Function
    117
  - Sun Shade
    117
Table of Contents

118
- Ignition Switch (Vehicle Without Push- Button Start System)
  120
  - Lock
    120
  - Acc
    121
  - Start
    121
  - Key Reminder Chime (if Equipped)
    121
  - Ignition Switch Light
    121
- Push-Button Ignition Switch (Vehicle with Push-Button Start System)
  122
- Hazard Warning Flasher
  127
- Meters and Gauges
  128
  - Combination Meter Illumination
    128
  - Canceling the Function for Meter/Gauge Needle Movement Upon Turning on the Ignition Switch
    128
  - Speedometer
    129
  - Odometer/Trip Meter
    129
  - Tachometer
    130
  - Fuel Gauge
    130
- Warning and Indicator Lights
  131
- Charge Warning Light
  135
- Oil Pressure Warning Light
  135
- ABS Warning Light
  136
- AT OIL TEMP Warning Light (at Vehicles)
  136
- Rear Differential Oil Temperature Warning Light (if Equipped)
  136
- Vehicle Dynamics Control Warning Light/Vehicle Dynamics Control off Indicator Light
  137
- Brake System Warning Light
  138
- Hill Start Assist Warning Light (MT Vehicles)
  139
- Low Fuel Warning Light
  139
- All-Wheel Drive Warning Light (at Vehicles)
  140
- Automatic Headlight Beam Leveler Warning Light (Vehicles with HID Headlights)
  140
- Door Open Warning Light
  140
- Power Steering Warning Light (if Equipped)
  140
- Access Key Warning Light (Vehicle with Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System)
  141
- Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System Malfunction Warning
  141
- Instruments and Controls
  145
  - Vehicle Dynamics Control Operation Indicator Light
    146
  - Immobilizer Indicator Light
    146
  - SPORT Mode Indicator Light (at Vehicles)
    146
  - Selector Lever and Gear Position Indicator (at Vehicles)
    146
  - LO Position Indicator Light (Dual Range MT Vehicles)
    146
  - Turn Signal Indicator Lights
    147
  - High Beam Indicator Light
    147
  - Cruise Control Indicator Light (if Equipped)
    147
    
    Cruise Control Set Indicator Light (if Equipped)
    147
    
    Front Fog Light Indicator Light (if Equipped)
    147
    
    Headlight Indicator Light
    147
    
    Rear Fog Light Indicator Light (if Equipped)
    147
  - Clock
    148
  - Information Display
    148
    
    Average Fuel Consumption
    149
    
    Outside Temperature Indicator
    149
  - Light Control Switch
    150
    
    Headlights
    150
    
    Headlight Flasher
    151
    
    High/Low Beam Change (Dimmer)
    151
  - Turn Signal Lever
    151
  - Illumination Brightness Control
    152
  - Headlight Beam Leveler (if Equipped)
    153
    
    Automatic Headlight Beam Leveler (Vehicles with HID Headlights)
    153
    
    Manual Headlight Beam Leveler (Vehicles Without HID Headlights, if Equipped)
    153
  - Fog Light Switch
    155
    
    Front Fog Light Switch (if Equipped)
    155
    
    Rear Fog Light Switch (if Equipped)
    155
  - Wiper and Washer
    156
    
    Windshield Wiper and Washer Switches
    158
    
    Rear Window Wiper and Washer Switch
    159
  - Rear Window Defogger Button
    160
  - Windshield Wiper Deicer (if Equipped)
    161
  - Headlight Washer (if Equipped)
    163
  - Mirrors
    163
    
    Inside Mirror
    163
    
    Outside Mirrors
    164
  - Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel
    166
  - Horn
    166
Climate Control

167
- Ventilator
  
  168
  - Air Flow Selection
    168
  - Climate Control
    168
  - Center and Side Ventilators
    170
- Manual Climate Control System (if Equipped)
  
  170
  - Control Panel
    170
  - Heater Operation
    172
  - Air Conditioner Operation
    174
- Automatic Climate Control System (if Equipped)
  
  175
  - Control Panel
    175
  - To Use as Full-Automatic Climate Control System
    175
  - To Use as Semi-Automatic Climate Control System
    175
  - Fan Speed Control Dial
    175
  - Temperature Control Dial
    176
  - Air Flow Control Dial
    176
  - Air Inlet Selection Button
    177
  - Air Conditioner Button
    177
  - Temperature Sensors
    178
- Operating Tips for Heater and Air Conditioner
  
  179
- Air Filtration System
  
  180
  - Replacing an Air Filter
    180
Audio

183
- Antenna System
  
  184
  - FM Reception
    184
  - Roof Antenna
    184
- Installation of Accessories
  
  185
- Audio Set
  
  186
  - Type a Audio Set (if Equipped)
    186
  - Type B Audio Set (if Equipped)
    187
  - Type C Audio Set (if Equipped)
    188
- Power and Sound Controls
  
  189
  - Power Switch and Volume Control
    189
  - Sound Control
    189
  - Adjustable Level of each Mode
    191
- FM/AM Radio Operation
  
  192
  - FM/AM Selection
    192
  - Tuning
    192
  - Displaying Radio PS (Program Service Name)
    194
  - Station Preset
    195
- CD Player Operation
  
  196
  - How to Insert a CD (Type a and C Audio)
    196
  - How to Insert a CD(S) (Type B Audio)
    196
  - How to Play Back a CD
    198
  - To Select a Track from Its Beginning
    198
  - Fast-Forwarding and Fast-Reversing
    199
  - Repeating
    200
  - Random Playback
    200
  - Scan
    201
  - Display Selection
    201
  - Folder Selection
    202
  - How to Eject a CD from the Player (Type a and C Audio)
    202
  - How to Eject Cds from the Player (Type B Audio)
    203
  - When the Following Messages Are Displayed
    204
- AUX Unit Operation
  
  204
  - AUX Jack
    204
  - AUX Inputs Selection Button
    205
- Audio Control Buttons (if Equipped)
  
  205
  - MODE Button
    205
- Precautions to Observe When Handling a Compact Disc
  
  207
Interior Equipment

209
- Interior Light
  
  210
  - Dome Light
    210
  - Cargo Area Light
    211
  - Map Light
    211
- Sun Visors
  
  212
  - Vanity Mirror
    212
- Storage Compartment
  
  212
  - Glove Box
    212
  - Center Console
    213
  - Overhead Console
    214
  - Rear Seat Center Table (if Equipped)
    214
  - Coin Tray
    215
- Cup Holders
  
  215
  - Front Passenger's Cup Holder
    215
  - Rear Passenger's Cup Holder (if Equipped)
    216
- Bottle Holders
  
  217
- Accessory Power Outlets
  
  217
  - Use with a Cigarette Lighter (if Equipped)
    219
- Ashtray (if Equipped)
  
  220
  - Center Console
    220
  - Rear Ashtray
    220
- Floor Mat (if Equipped)
  
  221
- Shopping Bag Hook
  
  221
- Coat Hook
  
  222
- Cargo Area Cover (if Equipped)
  
  222
  - Using the Cover
    222
  - To Remove the Cover
    223
  - To Install the Cover Housing
    223
- Cargo Tie-Down Hooks
  
  224
- Under-Floor Storage Compartment (if Equipped)
  
  224
Starting and Operating

226
- Fuel
  
  227
  - Fuel Requirements
    227
  - Fuel Filler Lid and Cap
    227
- Starting and Stopping Engine (Vehicle Without Push-Button Start System)
  
  230
  - Starting Engine
    230
  - Stopping Engine
    232
- Preparing to Drive
  
  230
- Starting and Stopping Engine (Vehicle with Push-Button Start System)
  
  232
  - Starting and Operating
    233
    
    Operating Range for Push-Button Start System
    234
    
    Starting Engine
    235
    
    Stopping Engine
    237
    
    When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
    238
- Manual Transmission
  
  239
  - Shifting Speeds
    240
  - Driving Tips
    241
- Dual Range (if Equipped)
  
  242
- Automatic Transmission
  
  243
  - Selector Lever
    244
  - Selector Lever Reverse Inhibiting Function
    245
  - Selection of Manual Mode
    246
  - Maximum Speeds
    247
  - Driving Tips
    248
  - SPORT Mode
    249
  - Shift Lock Release
    249
- Power Steering
  
  250
  - L Models
    250
- Braking
  
  251
  - Braking Tips
    251
  - Brake System
    251
  - Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators
    252
- ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)
  
  253
  - ABS System Self-Check
    253
  - ABS Warning Light
    253
- Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System
  
  254
  - Steps to Take if EBD System Fails
    255
- Vehicle Dynamics Control System
  
  256
  - Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor
    257
  - Vehicle Dynamics Control off Switch
    259
- Parking Your Vehicle
  
  260
  - Parking Brake
    260
  - Parking Tips
    260
- Hill Start Assist System (MT Vehicles)
  
  261
  - Hill Start Assist Warning Light
    262
- Cruise Control (if Equipped)
  
  263
  - To Set Cruise Control
    263
  - To Temporarily Cancel the Cruise Control
    264
  - To Turn off the Cruise Control
    264
  - To Change the Cruising Speed
    265
  - Cruise Control Indicator Light
    266
  - Cruise Control Set Indicator Light
    266
Driving Tips

267
- Engine Exhaust Gas (Carbon Monoxide)
  268
- Fuel Economy Hints
  268
- New Vehicle Break-In Driving - the First 1,600 Km (1,000 Miles)
  268
- Catalytic Converter
  269
- Driving in Foreign Countries
  270
- Periodic Inspections
  270
- Driving Tips for AWD Vehicles
  271
- Off Road Driving
  272
- Winter Driving
  273
  - Operation During Cold Weather
    273
  - Driving on Snowy and Icy Roads
    274
  - Corrosion Protection
    275
  - Snow Tires
    275
  - Tire Chains
    276
  - Rocking the Vehicle
    276
- Loading Your Vehicle
  277
  - Roof Rail
    277
- Trailer Towing
  278
  - Maintenance
    278
  - Towing Weight
    278
  - Trailer Hitches
    279
  - Trailer Safety Chains
    279
  - Side Mirrors
    279
  - Trailer Lights
    279
  - Tires
    279
  - Hitch Stabilizer
    280
  - Trailer Towing Tips
    280
  - Additional Information for Europe
    282
- Driving Tips
  284
In Case of Emergency

285
- If You Park Your Vehi Cle in Case of an
  
  286
- Flat Tires
  
  286
  - Changing a Flat Tire
    286
- Jump Starting
  
  291
  - Battery Precautions
    291
  - Precautions When Jump Starting
    292
  - How to Jump Start
    292
- Towing
  
  294
  - Towing and Tie-Down Hooks
    295
  - Using a Flat-Bed Truck
    297
  - Towing with All Wheels on the Ground
    297
- Engine Overheating
  
  294
  - If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
    294
  - If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
    294
- Rear Gate - if the Rear Gate Cannot be Opened
  
  298
- Sunroof - if the Sunroof Cannot be Closed
  
  299
- Maintenance Tools
  
  299
  - Jack Handle
    300
  - Jack and Other Maintenance Tools
    300

Subaru Forester Owner's Manual (42 pages)

2005

Brand: Subaru | Category: Automobile | Size: 1.41 MB

Safety Warnings
6
Safety Symbol
6
Vehicle Symbols
7
Safety Precautions When Driving
9
Seatbelt and SRS Airbag
9
Child Safety
10
Engine Exhaust Gas
11
Drinking and Driving
12
Drugs and Driving
12
Driving When Tired or Sleepy
13
Modification of Your Vehicle
13
Car Phone/Cell Phone and Driving
13
Driving with Pets
13
Tire Pressures
14
California Proposition 65 Warning
14
Table of Contents
15
Illustrated Index
16
Exterior
16
Interior
18
Passenger Compartment Area
18
Instrument Panel
20
Light Control and Wiper Control Levers/Switches
21
Combination Meter
22
AT Vehicles
22
MT Vehicles
24
Canada-Spec. Models
26
Warning and Indicator Light
30
Tire Changing Tools
31
Cargo Area Cover
32
Index
33
Gas Station Reference
41
Fuel Octane Rating
41
Fuel Capacity
41
Engine Oil
41
Cold Tire Pressure
41

Subaru Forester Quick Reference Manual (41 pages)

2012

Brand: Subaru | Category: Automobile | Size: 0.95 MB

Table of Contents
3
Getting Started
4
- Remote Keyless Entry
  4
- Heated Seats
  5
- Folding the Rear Seat
  5
Instrument Panel
6
Gauges
8
- Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column
  12
- Power Exterior Mirrors
  12
Personalize
12
- Power Moonroof
  13
- Light Controls
  14
Controls
14
- Windshield Wipers
  15
- Daytime Running Lights
  15
- Manual Climate Control
  16
- Automatic Climate Control
  18
- Auxiliary Input Jack
  28
- Cruise Control
  29
- Vehicle Dynamics Control off Switch
  30
While Operating
30
- Child Restraint System
  32
- Child Safety Locks
  32
Safety/In Case of Emergency
32
Additional Information
34
- Engine Oil
  35
- Owner Information
  39

Subaru Forester Technicians Reference Booklet (35 pages)

Brand: Subaru | Category: Automobile | Size: 2.26 MB

Table of Contents
3
Introduction
4
Legend
4
Test Sequence
5
Purge System Test
7
Purge Line 10F
9
Purge Line 13F
9
Purge Line 13G
9
Purge Line 13I
9
Purge Line 16F
11
Purge Line 16F18
11
Purge Line 16F34
13
Drain System Test
14
Drain System Test 9F
15
Drain Line System 12F
15
Shut off Valve Test
17
Shut off Valve Test 6F
19
Shut off Valve Test 6F12
19
Shut off Valve Test 9F
21
Shut off Valve Test 9G
21
Pressure Control Valve Test
23
Fuel Tank and Vent Control Valve Fuel Tank and Vent Control Valve Test
24
Fuel Tank and Vent Control Valve Test
24
Fuel Tank and Vent Control Valve Test 10F
27
Fuel Tank and Vent Control Valve Test 13F
27
Canister Test
28
Canister
28

Subaru Forester Reference Booklet (21 pages)

An Introduction to ABS 5.3 System Diagnosis

Brand: Subaru | Category: Automobile | Size: 2.75 MB

Table of Contents
3
An Introduction to
4
System Diagnosis
5
Introduction
5
Overview
5
DIFFERENCES between the 5.3 and the 5.3I
7
Component Locations
8
Operation
9
Pressure Decrease
9
Pressure Increase
9
Pressurehold
10
Diagnostics
11
Using the New Select Monitor with the Service Manual
13
Using the New Select Monitor for Diagnosis
15
Example of a Troubleshooting Procedure
16
Diagnosis Without the New Select Monitor
17
Using the Trigger Option
17
Brakebleeding
19
Sequencecontrol
19
Checking the Pedal Stroke
20
Commanding Sequence Control Without the Select Monitor
20
Conclusion
20

Subaru Forester Service Manual (22 pages)

2004

Brand: Subaru | Category: Automobile | Size: 0.32 MB

Subaru Forester Instruction Manual (28 pages)

2011 Consumer Electronics/ Bluetooth & Audio Technology

Brand: Subaru | Category: Automobile Accessories | Size: 1.76 MB

Bluetooth Basics
5
- Making a Call
  9
- Receiving a Call
  10
Bluetooth with Harmon Kardon
11
- Audio System
  11
  - Media Hub
    25
    
    Ipod Operation
    26
    
    Usb Device Operation
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Subaru Forester Service Manual (19 pages)

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2012

Brand: Subaru | Category: GPS | Size: 0.44 MB

Table of Contents
2
Safety
3
Navigation Introduction
4
- Emergency Screen
  5
- Finding an Address
  7
Finding a Point of Interest

11
Setting HOME as a Favorite

13
- Notes
  15

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