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:
Turn the airflow mode selection dial
and fan speed control dial to the “AUTO”
position.
Set the preferred temperature using
the temperature control dial.
NOTE
Each function can be individually set to
the “AUTO” mode independently of the
other functions...
BSD/RCTA approach indicator light
It is mounted in each side of the outside
mirrors.
The indicator light will illuminate when a
vehicle approaching from behind is detected.
The indicator light will flash to warn the
driver of dangers under the following
conditions...