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

Subaru Forester. Anti-entrapment function. 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.

    Moonroof switch

    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..

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