Subaru Forester: Maintenance precautions / When checking or servicing in the engine compartment

Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment

WARNING Always stop the engine and apply the parking brake firmly to prevent the vehicle from moving. Always let the engine cool down. Engine parts become very hot when the engine is running and remain hot for some time after the engine has stopped. Do not spill engine oil, engine ..

When checking or servicing in the engine compartment while the engine is running

WARNING A running engine can be dangerous. Keep your fingers, hands, clothing, hair and tools away from the cooling fan, drive belt and any other moving engine parts...

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Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Coolant temperature low indicator light/Coolant temperature high warning light

CAUTION After turning the ignition switch to the “ON” position, if this indicator light/warning light behaves in any of the following ways, the electrical system may be malfunctioning. Contact your SUBARU dealer immediately for an inspection...

Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Front fog light indicator light /  Headlight indicator light(if equipped)

Front fog light indicator light (if equipped) This indicator light illuminates while the front fog lights are illuminated. Headlight indicator light (if equipped) This indicator light illuminates under the following conditions. The light control switch is in the position and the following conditions are fulfilled...