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:
If you must rock the vehicle to free it from
snow, sand, or mud, depress the accelerator
pedal slightly and move the select
lever back and forth between “D” and “R”
repeatedly. Do not race the engine. For the
best possible traction, avoid spinning the
wheels when trying to free the vehicle...
The vehicle is involved in a severe side
impact near the front seat or the rear seat.
The vehicle rolls onto its side or the roof.
The angle of vehicle tip-up is marginal or
the skidding vehicle’s tires hit a curbstone
laterally.
An offset frontal collision that is severe
enough to deploy the front airbag...