Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual / Starting and operating / Auto Start Stop system

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: Parking in cold weather

WARNING Snow can trap dangerous exhaust gases under your vehicle. Keep snow clear of the exhaust pipe and from around your vehicle if you park the vehicle in snow with the engine running. CAUTION Do not use the parking brake when parking for long periods in cold weather since it could freeze in that position...

Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: P (Park) / R (Reverse) / N (Neutral) / D (Drive) /

This position is for parking the vehicle and starting the engine. In this position, the transmission is mechanically locked to prevent the vehicle from rolling freely. When you park the vehicle, first apply the parking brake firmly, then shift into the “P” position...

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”.