Subaru Forester: Keys and doors / Rear gate

Initialization of power window (windows with off delay function)

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Manual rear gate

The rear gate can be locked and unlocked using any of the following systems. Power door locking switch: Refer to “Locking and unlocking from the inside”...

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Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Ignition switch (models without “keyless access with push-button start system”)

WARNING Never turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position while the vehicle is being driven or towed because that will lock the steering wheel, preventing steering control. And when the engine is turned off, it takes a much greater effort than usual to steer...

Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Wiper operation when snowing

Before driving in cold weather, make sure the wiper blade rubbers are not frozen to the windshield or rear window. If the wiper blade rubbers are frozen to the windshield or rear window, perform the following procedure. To thaw the windshield wiper blade rubbers, use the defroster with the airflow selection in and the temperature set for maximum warmth until the wiper blade rubbers are completely thawed...