Subaru Forester: Maintenance and service / Windshield washer fluid

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Adding the windshield washer fluid

CAUTION Never use engine coolant as washer fluid because it could cause paint damage. Remove the washer tank filler cap, then add windshield washer fluid...

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Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Engine hood

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...

Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Washing the underbody

Chemicals, salts and gravel used for deicing road surfaces are extremely corrosive, accelerating the corrosion of underbody components, such as the exhaust system, fuel and brake lines, brake cables, floor pan and fenders, and suspension. Thoroughly flush the underbody and inside of the fenders with lukewarm or cold water at frequent intervals to reduce the harmful effects of such agents...