Subaru Forester: Warning and indicator / Door open warning light

The warning light illuminates if any door or
the rear gate is not fully closed. This
function is effective even if the ignition
switch is in the “LOCK”/“OFF” or “ACC”
position, or the key is removed from the
ignition switch.
For some models, only the open doors are
indicated by the warning lights.
Always make sure this light is not illuminated
before you start to drive.
The warning light illuminates if the engine
hood is not fully closed. This function is
effective even if the ignition switch is in the
“LOCK”/“OFF” or “ACC” position, or the
key is removed from the ignition switch...
Other information:
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...
WARNING
To prevent the passenger from sliding
under the seatbelt in the event of
a collision, observe the following
precautions:
Keep the seatback in the upright
position while the vehicle is in
motion.
Do not place objects such as
cushions between the passenger
and the seatback...