Subaru Forester: Starting and operating / Preparing to drive
You should perform the following checks
and adjustments every day before you
start driving.
- Check that all windows, mirrors, and
lights are clean and unobstructed.
- Check the appearance and condition
of the tires. Also check tires for proper
inflation.
- Look under the vehicle for any sign of
leaks.
- Check that no small animals enter the
engine compartment.
- Check that the hood and rear gate are
fully closed.
- Check the adjustment of the seat.
- Check the adjustment of the inside and
outside mirrors.
- Fasten your seatbelt. Check that your
passengers have fastened their seatbelts.
- Check the operation of the warning
and indicator lights when the ignition
switch is turned to the “ON” position.
- Check the gauges, indicator and warning
lights after starting the engine.
CAUTION
Trapping small animals in the cooling
fan and belts of the engine may
result in a malfunction. Check that
no small animal enters the engine
compartment or under the vehicle
before starting the engine.
NOTE
- Engine oil, engine coolant, brake
fluid, washer fluid and other fluid levels
should be checked daily, weekly or at
fuel stops.
- When towing a trailer, refer to “Trailer
hitch (dealer option)”.
CAUTION
Do not operate the starter motor
continuously for more than 10 seconds.
If the engine fails to start after
operating the starter for 5 to 10
seconds, wait for 10 seconds or
more before trying again...
Other information:
A..
The indicator light flashes during activation
of the skid suppression function and during
activation of the traction control function.
NOTE
The light may remain illuminated for
a short period of time after the engine
has been started, especially in cold
weather...