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.
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...
Other information:
Turning ON or OFF
Press and hold the dedicated Parking Safety control button () for more than 2 seconds to manually switch the Reverse Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist system ON or OFF...
When the vehicle is switched to the ON position and the Electronic Parking Brake system is operating normally, the indicator light shown below illuminates briefly for approximately three seconds before turning off.
If the EPB malfunction indicator illuminates while driving, or fails to illuminate during the normal self-check when the vehicle is placed in the ON position, the Electronic Parking Brake system may require inspection...