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Subaru 2010 FORESTER Manual (400 pages)

Brand: Subaru | Category: Automobile | Size: 8 MB

Table of Contents

11
- Instruments and Controls
  3
- Keys and Doors
  3
  - Starting and Operating
    4
  - Climate Control
    4
- Models with Hid Headlights
  3
- Seat, Seatbelt and SRS Airbags
  3
- Audio
  4
- Driving Tips
  4
  - Vehicle Symbols
    5
  - Child Safety
    7
  - Engine Exhaust Gas
    7
  - Drinking and Driving
    8
  - Driving with Pets
    9
  - Modification of Your Vehicle
    9
  - Tire Pressures
    10
  - California Proposition 65 Warning
    10
  - On-Pavement and Off-Road Driving
    10
  - Table of Contents
    11
  - Instrument Panel
    16
  - Combination Meter
    18
  - U.S.-Spec. Models
    18
  - Function Settings
    21
- Interior Equipment
  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
- 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
  - Manual Transmission Models
    114
  - Start
    114
    
    Combination Meter Illumination
    115
    
    Canceling the Function for Meter/Gauge Needle Movement Upon Turning on the Ignition Switch
    116
    
    Odometer/Trip Meter
    116
    
    Speedometer
    116
    
    Fuel Gauge
    118
    
    Low Fuel Warning Light
    118
    
    Tachometer
    118
    
    Front Passenger's Seat Belt Warning Light
    119
    
    SRS Airbag System
    119
- Meters and Gauges
  
  115
- Hazard Warning Flasher
  
  115
  - Ignition Switch Light
    115
  - Key Reminder Chime
    115
- Warning and Indicator Lights
  
  119
- 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
  - Compass Zone Adjustment
    144
  - Outside Mirrors
    144
  - Remote Control Mirror Switch
    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
  - Air Flow Control Dial
    152
  - Heater Operation
    153
  - Bi-Level Heating
    154
  - 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
  - Beep Setting
    172
  - Adjustable Level of each Mode
    173
- FM/AM Radio Operation
  
  174
  - FM/AM Selection
    174
  - Manual Tuning
    174
  - Stereo Indicator
    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 Scan
    179
  - Channel Preset
    180
  - Selecting Preset Channels
    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
  - Mute Button
    191
- 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
    
    Door Interlock Switch
    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
    
    Turbo Models
    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 Booster
    233
    
    Brake System
    233
    
    Braking Tips
    233
    
    Brake Assist System
    234
    
    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
    
    Cruise Control Set Indicator Light
    249
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
  - Before Driving Your Vehicle
    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
    
    Side Mirrors
    272
    
    Trailer Lights
    272
    
    Trailer Safety Chains
    272
  - 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
  - If You Park Your Vehicle in Case of an Emergency
    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
Appearance Care

293
- Exterior Care
  
  294
  - Washing
    294
  - Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
    295
  - Waxing and Polishing
    295
- Corrosion Protection
  
  296
  - Most Common Causes of Corrosion
    296
  - To Help Prevent Corrosion
    296
- Cleaning the Interior
  
  297
Maintenance and Service

299
- Maintenance Precautions
  
  301
  - Before Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment
    302
  - When You Do Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment While the Engine Is Running
    302
- Maintenance Schedule
  
  301
- Engine Hood
  
  303
- Engine Compartment Overview
  
  304
  - Non-Turbo Models
    304
  - Turbo Models
    305
  - Fuse Box (Page
    304
- Engine Oil
  
  306
  - Checking the Oil Level
    306
  - Changing the Oil and Oil Filter
    307
  - Recommended Grade and Viscosity
    309
  - Recommended Grade and Viscosity under Severe Driving Conditions
    310
  - Synthetic Oil
    310
    
    Cooling Fan, Hose and Connections
    310
    
    Engine Coolant
    311
- Cooling System
  
  310
- Air Cleaner Element
  
  313
  - Replacing the Air Cleaner Element
    314
  - Recommended Spark Plugs
    316
- Drive Belts
  
  316
- Spark Plugs
  
  316
- Manual Transmission Oil
  
  317
  - Recommended Grade and Viscosity
    318
- Automatic Transmission Fluid
  
  318
  - Checking the Fluid Level
    318
  - Recommended Fluid
    319
- Front Differential Gear Oil (at Models)
  
  319
  - Checking the Oil Level
    319
  - Recommended Grade and Viscosity
    320
- Rear Differential Gear Oil
  
  320
  - Checking the Gear Oil Level
    320
  - Recommended Grade and Viscosity
    321
- Power Steering Fluid
  
  322
  - Checking the Fluid Level
    322
  - Recommended Fluid
    323
- Brake Fluid
  
  323
  - Checking the Fluid Level
    323
  - Recommended Brake Fluid
    324
- Clutch Fluid (MT Models)
  
  324
  - Checking the Fluid Level
    324
- Brake Booster
  
  325
  - Recommended Clutch Fluid
    325
- Brake Pedal
  
  326
  - Checking the Brake Pedal Free Play
    326
  - Checking the Brake Pedal Reserve Distance
    326
- Clutch Pedal (MT Models)
  
  326
  - Checking the Clutch Function
    326
  - Checking the Clutch Pedal Free Play
    327
- Replacement of Brake Pad and Lining
  
  327
  - Breaking-In of New Brake Pads and Linings
    328
- Hill Start Assist System (MT Models)
  
  327
- Parking Brake Stroke
  
  328
- Tires and Wheels
  
  329
  - Types of Tires
    329
  - Summer Tires
    329
  - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
    329
  - Tire Inspection
    331
  - Tire Pressures and Wear
    331
  - Correct Tire Pressure
    332
  - Wheel Balance
    333
  - Wear Indicators
    333
  - Tire Rotation Direction Mark
    334
  - Tire Rotation
    334
  - Tire Replacement
    335
  - Wheel Replacement
    335
  - Wheel Covers (if Equipped)
    336
- Aluminum Wheels
  
  336
- Windshield Washer Fluid
  
  337
- Replacement of Wiper Blades
  
  338
  - Windshield Wiper Blade Assembly
    339
  - Windshield Wiper Blade Rubber
    339
  - Rear Window Wiper Blade Assembly
    340
  - Rear Window Wiper Blade Rubber
    341
- Battery
  
  342
- Main Fuse
  
  344
- Installation of Accessories
  
  345
- Replacing Bulbs
  
  345
  - Headlights (Models with HID Headlights)
    345
  - Headlights (Models Without HID Headlights)
    345
  - Position Light
    348
  - Front Turn Signal Light
    348
  - Rear Combination Lights
    348
  - License Plate Light
    349
  - Dome Light, Map Light, Cargo Area Light and Door Step Light
    349
  - Other Bulbs
    350
Specifications

351
- Specifications
  
  352
  - Electrical System
    353
  - Engine
    353
  - Capacities
    354
  - Tires
    355
  - Wheel Alignment
    355
- Fuses and Circuits
  
  356
- Bulb Chart
  
  360
- Vehicle Identification
  
  363
  - Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
    366
    
    Tire Information
    366
    
    Tire Labeling
    366
    
    Other Markings
    367
    
    Uniform Tire Quality Grading
    368
    
    Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure
    369
    
    Glossary of Tire Terminology
    371
    
    Tire Care - Maintenance and Safety Practices
    375
    
    Vehicle Load Limit - How to Determine
    375
    
    Adverse Safety Consequences of Overloading on Handling and Stopping and on Tires
    378
    
    Determining Compatibility of Tire and Vehicle Load Capacities
    378
    
    Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
    379
    
    Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards
    379
    
    Temperature A, B, C
    380
    
    Traction AA, A, B, C
    380
    
    Treadwear
    380
    
    Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.)
    381
  - Index
    383

Subaru 2010 FORESTER Owner's Manual (44 pages)

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Front Seats

Seat Heater (if Equipped)

Rear Seats

Seatbelts

Front Seatbelt Pretensioners

Child Restraint Systems

SRS Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)

Keys and Doors

Keys

Immobilizer

Door Locks

Power Door Locking Switches

Remote Keyless Entry System

Alarm System

Child Safety Locks

Windows

Rear Gate

Moonroof (if Equipped)

Instruments and Controls

Ignition Switch

Meters and Gauges

Hazard Warning Flasher

Warning and Indicator Lights

Clock

Information Display

Light Control Switch

Turn Signal Lever

Illumination Brightness Control

Front Fog Light Switch (if Equipped)

Wiper and Washer

Mirrors

Defogger and Deicer

Tilt Steering Wheel (if Equipped)

Horn

Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel (if Equipped)

Climate Control

Ventilator

Manual Climate Control System (if Equipped)

Automatic Climate Control System (if Equipped)

Operating Tips for Heater and Air Conditioner

Air Filtration System

Audio

Antenna System

XM TM Satellite Radio Reception (if Equipped)

Installation of Accessories

Audio Set

Power and Sound Controls

FM/AM Radio Operation

Satellite Radio Operation (if Equipped)

CD Player Operation

AUX Unit Operation

Audio Control Buttons (if Equipped)

Precautions to Observe When Handling a Compact Disc

Interior Equipment

Starting and Operating

Driving Tips

In Case of Emergency

Temporary Spare Tire (if Equipped)

If You Park Your Vehi Cle in Case of an

Maintenance Tools

Flat Tires

Jump Starting

Engine Overheating

Towing

Rear Gate - if the Rear Gate Cannot be Opened

Moonroof - if the Moonroof Cannot be Closed

Appearance Care

Exterior Care

Corrosion Protection

Cleaning the Interior

Maintenance and Service

Maintenance Precautions

Maintenance Schedule

Engine Hood

Engine Compartment Overview