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:
Select the airflow mode using the airflow
mode selection dial (type A and C) or the
airflow mode selection button (type B).
Airflow modes are as follows.
If equipped
Ventilation: Instrument panel outlets
If equipped
Ventilation 2 for type B and C: Instrument
panel outlets and foot outlets
If equipped
Bi-level: Instrument panel outlets and foot outlets
If equipped
Heat: Foot outlets, both side outlets of the
instrument panel and some through windshield
defroster outlets (A small amount of
air flows to the windshield and both side
windows to prevent fogging...
The indicator light flashes during activation
of the skid suppression function and during
activation of the traction control function.
NOTE
The light may remain illuminated for
a short period of time after the engine
has been started, especially in cold
weather...