Subaru Forester: Ignition switch (models without “keyless access with push-button start
system”) / Ignition switch light (if equipped)
For easy access to the ignition switch in
the dark, the ignition switch light illuminates
when the driver’s door is opened or
when the driver’s door is unlocked using
the remote keyless entry transmitter.
The light remains illuminated for several
tens of seconds and then gradually turns
off under the following conditions.
- The driver’s door is closed.
- The doors are unlocked using the
remote keyless entry transmitter.
The light turns off immediately under the
following conditions.
- The ignition switch is turned to the “ON”
position.
- All doors and the rear gate are locked
using the remote keyless entry transmitter.
Other information:
Before going down a steep hill, slow
down and shift to a lower gear (if necessary,
use 1st gear) in order to utilize the
engine braking effect and prevent overheating
of your vehicle’s brakes. Do not
make sudden downshifts.
When driving uphill in hot weather, the
air conditioner may turn off automatically
to protect the engine from overheating...
When this mode is selected, the fan speed,
airflow distribution, air-inlet control, and air
conditioner compressor operation are
automatically controlled. To activate this
mode, perform the following.
NOTE
Operate the automatic climate control
system when the engine is running...