Subaru Forester: Wiper and washer / Windshield wiper and washer switches

Wiper and washer

WARNING In freezing weather, do not use the windshield washer until the windshield is sufficiently warmed by the defroster. Otherwise the washer fluid can freeze on the windshield, blocking your view. CAUTION Do not operate the washer continuously for more than 10 seconds, or when the was..

Windshield wipers

/ MIST: Mist (for a single wipe) / OFF: Off / INT: Intermittent / LO: Low speed / HI: High speed To turn the wipers on, push the wiper control lever down...

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Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Parking tips

When parking your vehicle, always perform the following items. Apply the parking brake firmly. Put the select lever in the “P” position. Never rely on the mechanical friction of the transmission alone to hold the vehicle. When parking on a hill, always turn the steering wheel...

Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Washing

CAUTION When washing the vehicle, the brakes may get wet. As a result, the brake stopping distance will be longer. To dry the brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe speed while lightly depressing the brake pedal to heat up the brakes. Do not wash the engine compartment and area adjacent to it...