Subaru Forester: Driving tips / Periodic inspections
To keep your vehicle in the best condition
at all times, always have the recommended
maintenance services listed in
the maintenance schedule in the “Warranty
and Maintenance Booklet” performed
at the specified time or mileage
intervals.
The catalytic converter is installed in the
exhaust system. It serves as a catalyst to
reduce HC, CO and NOx in exhaust gases,
thus providing cleaner exhaust.
To avoid damage to the catalytic converter:
Use only unleaded fuel. Even a small
amount of leaded fuel will damage the
catalytic co..
When planning to use your vehicle in
another country:
Confirm the availability of the correct
fuel. Refer to “Fuel requirements”.
Comply with all regulations and requirements
of each country...
Other information:
Perform any of the following operations to
release the Auto Vehicle Hold function.
Depress the accelerator pedal.
Depress the brake pedal again.
Apply the electronic parking brake.
Shift the select lever to the “P” position
with the brake pedal pressed...
WARNING
Before installing a child restraint
system, be sure to confirm that the
seatback is securely locked into
place. Otherwise, in an accident,
serious injury or death could result.
Shake the seatback slightly to confirm
that it is securely locked into place...