Subaru Forester: Instruments and controls / Warning and indicator

Illumination brightness control

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Initial illumination for system check

Several of the warning and indicator lights illuminate when the ignition switch is initially turned to the “ON” position. This permits checking the operation of the bulbs...

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Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Seat heater (if equipped)

The seat heater is equipped in the front seats or rear seats (window side seating position). The seat heater operates when the ignition switch is either in the “ACC” or “ON” position. Safety precautions CAUTION People with delicate skin may suffer slight burns even at low temperatures if they use the seat heater for a long period of time...

Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Front seat heater

Front seats HI – Rapid heating LO – Normal heating Off Left-hand side Right-hand side To turn on the seat heater, push the “LO” or “HI” position on the switch, as desired, depending on the temperature. Selecting the “HI” position will cause the seat to heat up quicker...