Subaru Forester: Instruments and controls / Multi-function display (color LCD)

NOTE

For models with multi-function display (black and white), refer to “Multi-function display (black and white)”.

WARNING

Always pay adequate attention to safe driving when operating the multi-function display (color LCD) while the vehicle is in motion. When operation of the multi-function display (color LCD) is disturbing your awareness and ability to concentrate on driving, stop the vehicle in a safe place before performing operations on the screen. Also, do not concentrate on the display while driving. Doing so may cause you to look away from the road and could result in an accident.

Features

The multi-function display (color LCD) has the following functions.

Subaru Forester. Multi-function display (color LCD)

Also, the multi-function display (color LCD) can also be used to set and initialize the multi-function display (color LCD) itself.

NOTE

  • When the vehicle is in motion, certain functions and selections may not be available.
  • You can set the language and units for both the multi-function display (color LCD) and the combination meter at the same time. For details about setting the language and units, refer to “Menu screens”.
  • The images displayed in this Owner’s Manual are sample images. The actual image may vary depending on the market and vehicle specifications.

X-MODE indicator (if equipped) / Clock

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Welcome screen / Self-check screen

Welcome screen When the driver’s door is opened and closed, the welcome screen will appear for a short time. NOTE The welcome screen will disappear when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position while the welcome screen is displayed...

Other information:

Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Shift lock release using the shift lock release button


Perform the following procedure to release the shift lock. Apply the parking brake and stop the engine. Wrap the tip of a flat-head screwdriver with vinyl tape or a cloth and use it to remove the shift lock cover. The shift lock release button is located under the shift lock cover...

Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light


CAUTION The Vehicle Dynamics Control system provides its ABS control through the electrical circuit of the ABS. Accordingly, if the ABS is inoperative, the Vehicle Dynamics Control system becomes unable to provide ABS control. As a result, the Vehicle Dynamics Control system also becomes inoperative, causing the warning light to illuminate...

Categories

Outside temperature indicator

The outside temperature is displayed on the multi-function display (color LCD).

NOTE

The outside temperature indicator shows the temperature around the sensor. However, the temperature may not be indicated correctly or the update may be delayed in the following conditions. While parking or driving at low speeds When the outside temperature changes suddenly (example: when going in and out of an underground parking area or when passing through a tunnel) When starting the engine after being parked for a certain period of time The temperature unit cannot be changed.

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