Subaru Forester: Maintenance and service / Continuously variable transmission fluid

Drive belts

It is unnecessary to check the deflection of the drive belt periodi..

Front differential gear oil and rear differential gear oil

It is not necessary to check the gear oil level. Check that there are no cracks, damage or leakage. However, the oil inspection should be performed according to the maintenance schedule in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”...

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Subaru Forester 2019-2025 Owners Manual: Defogger and deicer (if equipped)

Rear window defogger Outside mirror defogger (if equipped) Windshield wiper deicer (if equipped) The vehicle is equipped with the defogger and the deicer (if equipped) system. The defogger and deicer system is activated only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position...

Subaru Forester 2019-2025 Owners Manual: Ignition switch (models without “keyless access with push-button start system”)

WARNING Never turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position while the vehicle is being driven or towed because that will lock the steering wheel, preventing steering control. And when the engine is turned off, it takes a much greater effort than usual to steer...