Subaru Forester: Engine oil / Locations of the oil level gauge, oil filler cap and oil filter

Engine oil consumption

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Checking the oil level

Park the vehicle on a level surface and turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”/ “OFF” position. If you check the oil level just after turning the ignition switch to the “LOCK”/“OFF” position, wait for at least 5 minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil pan before ..

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Subaru Forester 2019-2025 Owners Manual: Reclining the seatback (if equipped)

WARNING To prevent the passenger from sliding under the seatbelt in the event of a collision, observe the following precautions: Keep the seatback in the upright position while the vehicle is in motion. Do not place objects such as cushions between the passenger and the seatback...

Subaru Forester 2019-2025 Owners Manual: Example of accident in which the driver’s/driver’s and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag(s) will most likely deploy

A head-on collision against a thick concrete wall at a vehicle speed of 12 to 19 mph (20 to 30 km/h) or higher activates only the driver’s SRS frontal airbag or both driver’s and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbags. The airbag(s) will also be activated when the vehicle is exposed to a frontal impact similar in fashion and magnitude to the collision described above...