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: Vehicle Dynamics Control system monitor


Refer to “Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light/Vehicle Dynamics Control operation indicator light” and “Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator light”. Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch Type A Type B Press or turn the Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch to deactivate the Vehicle Dynamics Control system...

Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: BSD/RCTA approach warning buzzer (only when reversing)


A warning buzzer sounds along with flashing of the BSD/RCTA approach indicator light to warn the driver of dangers. The setting of the warning buzzer volume can be changed by operating the combination meter display (color LCD). For details, refer to “Menu screens” ...

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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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