Subaru Forester 2019-2022 Owners Manual / In case of emergency / Flat tires

Subaru Forester: In case of emergency / Flat tires

If you have a flat tire while driving, never brake suddenly; keep driving straight ahead while gradually reducing speed. Then slowly pull off the road to a safe place.

Temporary spare tire

WARNING Never tow a trailer when the temporary spare tire is use..

Changing a flat tire

WARNING Use only the jack and the jack handle provided with your vehicle. The jack supplied with the vehicle is designed only for changing a tire...

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Subaru Forester 2019-2022 Owners Manual: Starting and stopping the engine (models without push-button start system)

CAUTION Do not operate the starter motor continuously for more than 10 seconds. If the engine fails to start after operating the starter for 5 to 10 seconds, wait for 10 seconds or more before trying again. NOTE It may be difficult to start the engine when the battery has been disconnected and reconnected (for maintenance or other purposes)...

Subaru Forester 2019-2022 Owners Manual: Brake fluid

Checking the fluid level WARNING Never let brake fluid contact your eyes because brake fluid can be harmful to your eyes. If brake fluid gets in your eyes, immediately flush them thoroughly with clean water. For safety, when performing this work, wearing eye protection is advisable...