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
The Auto Start Stop system is designed
to automatically stop and
restart the engine for a short period
of time during idling. Do not use the
system when parking the vehicle
normally.
So that it can be used safely and comfortably,
in addition to driver operations, the
Auto Start Stop system is designed to
constantly monitor the vehicle conditions
as well as the environment inside and
outside the vehicle, in order to control
stopping and restarting of the engine...
If the light is blinking while driving, an
engine misfire condition has been detected
which may damage the emission
control system.
To prevent serious damage to the emission
control system, you should do the
following.
Reduce vehicle speed.
Avoid hard acceleration...