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:
The air conditioner operates only when the
engine is running.
Press the air conditioner button while the
fan is in operation to turn on the air
conditioner. When the air conditioner is
on, the “A/C” indicator light illuminates.
To turn off the air conditioner, press the
button again...
Rotate the key toward the front to lock.
Rotate the key toward the rear to unlock.
In this case, only the driver’s side door is
locked or unlocked.
NOTE
Models with “keyless access with
push-button start system”:
The emergency key is directional...