Subaru Forester: Warning and indicator / Seatbelt warning light and chime

Initial illumination for system check

Several of the warning and indicator lights illuminate when the ignition switch is initially turned to the “ON” position. This permits checking the operation of the bulbs. Apply the parking brake and turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position. For the system check, several of the fo..

Driver’s and front passenger’s seats

With the ignition switch turned to the “ON” position, this device reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seatbelts by illuminating the warning lights in the locations indicated in the following illustration and sounding a chime...

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Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Operational conditions

The engine can be automatically stopped by the Auto Start Stop system when all of the following conditions are met. The engine is sufficiently warmed up. The engine hood is closed. The driver’s door is closed. The driver’s seatbelt is fastened...

Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Moonroof switch

OPEN/CLOSE switch Open Close To open the moonroof: Press the rear side of the “OPEN/CLOSE” switch. The sunshade will also be opened together with the moonroof. The moonroof will stop at a position approximately 6 in (15 cm) away from the fully opened position...