Subaru Forester: Cargo area cover (if equipped) / To remove the front cover and cover housing

To install the front part of the cover

CAUTION For models with a reclining rear seatback, when reclining, ..

Stowage of the cargo area cover

The cargo area cover can be stowed in under the cargo floor. Pull the strap to open the center part of the cargo floor lid, and then remove the lid...

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Subaru Forester 2019-2022 Owners Manual: Engine restart non-operational conditions

To ensure safety, the engine will not be automatically restarted if the engine hood is opened when the Auto Start Stop system is in operation, even if the brake pedal is released. In this case, check the surrounding area and restart the engine by normal operation...

Subaru Forester 2019-2022 Owners Manual: Steering lock

After stopping the engine and any door including the rear gate is opened, the steering wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function. When the engine is restarted, the steering lock will be automatically released. When the steering lock cannot be released Operation indicator Push-button ignition switch When you cannot restart the engine due to the steering lock, check the status of operation indicator and perform the following steps...