Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual / Starting and operating / SI-DRIVE

Subaru Forester: Starting and operating / SI-DRIVE

SI-DRIVE (SUBARU Intelligent Drive) works to maximize engine performance, control and efficiency.

This system consists of two modes: Intelligent (I), Sport (S), and Sport Sharp (S#). By operating the SI-DRIVE switches, the character of the power unit changes.

Intelligent (I) mode

For smooth, efficient performance driving Type A Type B The linear acceleration characteristic of the Intelligent (I) mode is ideal for normal driving usage...

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Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Braking tips

WARNING Never rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving. This can cause dangerous overheating of the brakes and needless wear on the brake pads. When the brakes get wet When driving in rain or after washing the vehicle, the brakes may get wet...

Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: SI-DRIVE switches

Type A SI-DRIVE switches Type B SI-DRIVE switches To select the Intelligent (I) mode, press the “I” switch. To select the Sport (S) mode, press the “S” switch. To select the Sport Sharp (S#) mode, press the “S#” switch. NOTE While the engine is cool, you cannot change to Sport Sharp (S#) mode...

Driving information display

NOTE

You can set the units for both the multifunction display (black and white) and the combination meter at the same time. For details about setting the language and units, refer to “Type A combination meter” or “Menu screens”.