Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual / Appearance care / Corrosion protection

Subaru Forester: Appearance care / Corrosion protection

Your SUBARU has been designed and built to resist corrosion. Special materials and protective finishes have been used on most parts of the vehicle to help maintain fine appearance, strength, and reliable operation.

Cleaning alloy wheels

Most common causes of corrosion

The most common causes of corrosion are: The accumulation of moisture retaining dirt and debris in body panel sections, cavities, and other areas...

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Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Shift lock function

The shift lock function helps prevent the improper operation of the select lever. The select lever cannot be operated unless the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and the brake pedal is depressed. The select lever cannot be moved from the “P” position to any other position before the brake pedal is depressed...

Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Safety precautions

CAUTION Do not let dust, oil or water get on or in the access key fob/transmitter when replacing the battery. Before replacing the battery, remove any static electricity. Be careful not to touch or damage the printed circuit board in the access key fob/transmitter when replacing the battery...