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:
WARNING
If the warning light exhibits any of
the following conditions, there may
be a malfunction in the seatbelt
pretensioners and/or SRS airbag
system. Immediately take your vehicle
to your nearest SUBARU dealer
to have the system checked. Unless
checked and properly repaired, the
seatbelt pretensioners and/or SRS
airbag will not operate properly in
the event of a collision, which may
increase the risk of injury...
Perform the following procedure to release
the shift lock.
Apply the parking brake and stop the
engine.
Wrap the tip of a flat-head screwdriver
with vinyl tape or a cloth and use it to
remove the shift lock cover. The shift lock
release button is located under the shift
lock cover...