Subaru Forester: Moonroof (if equipped) / Anti-entrapment function. Sunshade
Anti-entrapment function
When the moonroof senses a substantial
enough object trapped between its glass
and the vehicle’s roof during closure, it
automatically moves back to the fully open
position and stops there. The anti-entrapment
function may also be activated by a
strong shock on the moonroof even when
there is nothing trapped.
CAUTION
Never attempt to test this function
using fingers, hands or other parts
of your body.
NOTE
For the sake of safety, it is recommended
that you avoid driving with the
moonroof fully opened.
Sunshade

The sunshade can be slid forward or
backward by hand while the moonroof is
closed.
If the moonroof is opened, the sunshade
also moves back.
OPEN/CLOSE switch
Open
Close
To open the moonroof:
Press the rear side of the “OPEN/CLOSE”
switch. The sunshade will also be opened
together with the moonroof. The moonroof
will stop at a position approximately 6 in
(15 cm) away from the fully opened
position. Slide the switch rearwar..
Other information:
CAUTION
Keep the vanity mirror cover closed
while the car is being driven to avoid
being distracted by the light.
To use the vanity mirror, swing down the
sun visor and open the vanity mirror cover.
The light beside the vanity mirror illuminates
when the mirror cover is opened...
If equipped
Select the or
mode to defrost or
dehumidify the windshield and front door
windows.
NOTE
When the or
mode is
selected, the air conditioner compressor
operates automatically regardless
of the position of the air conditioner
button to defrost the windshield more
quickly...