Subaru Forester 2019-2025 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...

Other information:

Subaru Forester 2019-2025 Owners Manual: Instrument panel

Seat position memory switch Power rear gate button Steering Responsive Headlight OFF switch Memory switch Illumination brightness control dial Combination meter Type A multi-function display (black and white) (page 202)/Type B multi-function display (color LCD) Audio* Hazard warning flasher switch Climate control panel Tilt/Telescopic steering wheel Driver Monitoring System OFF switch Fuse box BSD/RCTA OFF switch (page 362) Auto Start Stop OFF switch Hood release knob Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch *: For details about how to use the audio and navigation system (if equipped), refer to the separate navigation/audio Owner’s Manual...

Subaru Forester 2019-2025 Owners Manual: Safety tips for installing child restraint systems

WARNING Do not use a seatbelt extender. If a seatbelt extender is used when installing a child restraint system, the seatbelt will not securely hold the child restraint system. Use of a seatbelt extender could cause death or serious injury to children or other passengers in sudden braking, swerving, or accidents...

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.