Subaru Forester: Interior equipment / Under-floor storage compartment (if equipped)
NOTE
The shape of the storage compartment
may be different depending on the
model.

The storage compartment is located under
the floor of the cargo area and can be used
to store small items. Pull the strap to open
the center part of the cargo floor lid, and
then remove the lid.
CAUTION
- Always keep the lid of the storage
compartment closed while driving
to reduce the risk of injury in
the event of sudden stop or an
accident.
- Do not store spray cans, containers
with flammable or corrosive
liquids or any other dangerous
items in the storage compartment.
Other information:
CAUTION
Be extremely careful not to catch
fingers or other objects when
closing the engine hood.
Do not push the hood forcibly to
close it. It could deform the metal.
Be extremely careful opening the
engine hood when the wind is
strong. The engine hood could
close suddenly, possibly causing
injuries from slamming...
X-MODE switch (models with 2 modes)
Type A
Type B
X-MODE switch (models with 1
mode)
Type A combination meter
X-MODE indicator
Type B combination meter
X-MODE indicator (models with 2 modes)
D.SNOW/MUD mode indicator
SNOW/DIRT mode indicator
X-MODE indicator (models with 1 mode)
To activate
Models with 2 modes
Turn the X-MODE switch to the right or left
and select SNOW/DIRTor D...