Subaru Forester: Engine overheating
Never attempt to remove the radiator cap until the engine has been shut off and has fully cooled down.
When the engine is hot, the coolant is under pressure. Removing the cap while the engine is still hot could release a spray of boiling hot coolant, which could burn you very seriously.
If the engine overheats, safely pull off the road and stop the vehicle in a safe place.
How to jump start
1. Make sure the booster battery is 12
volts and the negative terminal is
grounded.
2. If the booster battery is in another
vehicle, do not let the two vehicles touch.
3. Turn off all unnecess ...
If steam is coming from the engine compartment
Turn off the engine and get everyone
away from the vehicle until it cools down. ...
See also:
Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the
driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle recommended
cold placard pressure.
The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about
...
Cargo compartment enlargement
Important safety notes
WARNING
Always lock the seat backrest in its upright position when the rear seat bench
is occupied, or the extended cargo volume is not in use.
Check for secure lockin ...
Fuel quality
Unleaded gasoline engines
If you experience starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability problems
during a cold start, try a different brand of “Regular” unleaded gasoline.
FFV engines
If y ...
