Subaru Forester 2019-2023 Owners Manual / Instruments and controls / Light control switch / Daytime running light system

Subaru Forester: Light control switch / Daytime running light system

WARNING

When the daytime running lights are illuminated, the tail lights do not illuminate. When it becomes dark outside, turn the light switch to the position to illuminate the headlights and tail lights. This will improve visibility and allow other drivers to see your vehicle more easily.

The daytime running lights will automatically illuminate when the following conditions are fulfilled.

The engine is running.
The parking brake is fully released.
The light control switch is in the “AUTO”, or off position.
The select lever is in a position other than the “P” position.

NOTE

When the light switch is in the position, the instrument panel illumination, front side marker lights, tail lights and license plate lights are also illuminated.

Tips for the high beam assist system

Steering Responsive Headlight (SRH)

The target area of illumination when SRH is activated. The target area of illumination when SRH is not activated. SRH is a function that automatically moves the headlight beam to the left or right in accordance with the steering angle and vehicle speed...

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Subaru Forester 2019-2023 Owners Manual: Tire replacement

The wheels and tires are important and integral parts of your vehicle’s design; they cannot be changed arbitrarily. The tires fitted as standard equipment are optimally matched to the characteristics of the vehicle and were selected to give the best possible combination of running performance, ride comfort, and service life...

Subaru Forester 2019-2023 Owners Manual: Type C

Temperature control dial (Refer to “Automatic climate control operation”and/or “Temperature control”) AUTO button (Refer to “Automatic climate control operation”) Air conditioner button (Refer to “Air conditioner control”) Air inlet selection button (Refer to “Air inlet selection”) MAX A/C button (Refer to “MAX A/C mode (for type B and C)”) Defroster button (Refer to “Defrosting”) Rear window defogger button and outside mirror defogger button (Refer to “Defogger and deicer”) Airflow mode selection dial (Refer to “Airflow mode selection”) Fan speed control dial (Refer to “Fan speed control”) ON/OFF button (Refer to “Automatic climate control operation”) NOTE The climate control screen is displayed on the multi-function display (color LCD)...

Warning screen

Subaru Forester. Warning screen

Example of warning

If there is a warning message or a maintenance notification, it will appear on this screen. Take the appropriate actions based on the messages indicated.