Subaru Forester: Engine hood
To open the hood:
1. If the wiper blades are lifted off the windshield, return them to their original position.
2. Pull the hood release knob under the instrument panel.
3. Release the secondary hood release by moving the lever between the front grille and the hood toward the left.
4. Lift up the hood.
To close the hood:
1. Lower the hood to a height of approximately 5.9 in (15 cm) above its closed position and then let it drop.
2. After closing the hood, be sure the hood is securely locked.
If this does not close the hood, release it from a slightly higher position. Do not push the hood forcibly to close it. It could deform the metal.
Always check that the hood is properly locked before you start driving. If it is not, it might fly open while the vehicle is moving and block your view, which may cause an accident and serious bodily injury.
When checking or servicing in the engine compartment while the engine is running
A running engine can be dangerous. Keep your fingers, hands, clothing, hair and tools away from the cooling fan, belts and any other moving engine parts. Removing rings, watches and ties ...See also:
Air Bag Warning Light
The light should come on and remain on for four to eight
seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is first
turned ON. If the light is not lit during starting, see your
authorized dealer. ...
Airbag supplementary restraint system (SRS)
Airbag supplementary restraint system (SRS)
1. Front passenger’s airbag
2. Curtain airbags
3. Side airbags
4. Knee-bolster airbag
5. Driver’s airbag
Note: The general location of airbags f ...
Remote Audio Controls (if equipped)
Remote Audio Controls
(if equipped)
You can control basic functions of the audio system with the switches on the
steering wheel.
To control the volume:
• To increase the volume, push the up ...