Subaru Forester: Starting and operating / Auto Start Stop system

The Auto Start Stop system is designed to automatically stop and restart the engine when the vehicle is stationary for a short period of time (while waiting for a traffic light or in a traffic jam) after the engine has warmed up. The system operates in order to reduce fuel consumption, exhaust emissions and undesired idling noise.

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System operation

CAUTION The Auto Start Stop system is designed to automatically stop and restart the engine for a short period of time during idling. Do not use the system when parking the vehicle normally...

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Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Locking the passengers’ windows


Lock Unlock The lock switch is in the lock position, the rear windows cannot be operated by the driver’s side switches. The passenger’s side switches and the rear seat side switches are not operational either. When the indicator on the window switches does not illuminate, the window switch cannot be operated...

Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: If you have accidentally triggered the alarm system. Valet mode


If you have accidentally triggered the alarm system To stop the alarm Do any of the following operations: Press any button on the access key fob/ remote transmitter. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position (models without “keyless access with push-button start system”)...

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Clock/date screen

Subaru Forester. Clock/date screen

The time and date are displayed. You can adjust the time and date. For details, refer to “Clock”.

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