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:
With the sun visor positioned over the side
window, you can use the sun visor extension
plate to prevent glare through the gap
between the sun visor and center pillar. To
use the extension plate, pull it toward the
rear of the vehicle. When you have
finished using it, stow it by pushing it
toward the front of the vehicle...
In any one of the following cases, the
engine will be automatically restarted even
if the brake pedal is kept depressed.
When slightly releasing the brake pedal
on road with a steep slope and the vehicle
begins rolling
When further depressing the brake
pedal
When depressing the accelerator pedal
When you move the select lever to the
“R” position...