Subaru Forester: Storage compartment / Glove box

- Rotate the key clockwise to lock.
- Rotate the key counterclockwise to unlock.
To open the glove box, pull the handle.
To close it, push the lid firmly upward.
NOTE
The emergency key is directional. If
the key cannot be inserted, change the
direction that the grooved side is facing
and insert it again.
For models with the “keyless access
with push-button start system”, use the
emergency key to lock or unlock the
glove box.
The center console box provides a storage
space.
Coin tray (if equipped)
Accessory tray (if equipped)
The top of the console can be used as an
armrest...
Other information:
After stopping the engine and any door
including the rear gate is opened, the
steering wheel will be locked due to the
steering lock function.
When the engine is restarted, the steering
lock will be automatically released.
When the steering lock cannot be
released
Operation indicator
Push-button ignition switch
When you cannot restart the engine due to
the steering lock, check the status of
operation indicator and perform the following
steps...
WARNING
If the warning light exhibits any of
the following conditions, there may
be a malfunction in the seatbelt
pretensioners and/or SRS airbag
system. Immediately take your vehicle
to your nearest SUBARU dealer
to have the system checked. Unless
checked and properly repaired, the
seatbelt pretensioners and/or SRS
airbag will not operate properly in
the event of a collision, which may
increase the risk of injury...