Subaru Forester: SPORT mode
SPORT mode
SPORT mode is used when power is needed for rapid acceleration or for uphill driving. To select this mode, move the select lever from the “D” position to the manual gate.
Type A
Type B
When selected, the SPORT mode indicator light on the combination meter will turn on.
To deselect SPORT mode, move the select lever to the “D” position or select manual mode.
To subsequently reselect SPORT mode, move the select lever to the “D” position and from there to the manual gate.
In this mode, the transmission shifts up at higher vehicle speeds and shifts down more responsively than in normal mode.
Driving tips
- On a road surface where there is a risk
of wheelspin (for example, a snow- or
gravel-covered road), you can pull away
from a standstill (safely and easily) by first
selecting the 2nd gear of ...
Power steering
The power steering system operates only
when the engine is running.
If you lose power steering assist because
the engine stops or the system fails to
function, you can steer but it will take
...
See also:
Main AM menu
AM menu
Show presets
Scan
Audio settings
Sound stage
Equalizer
Volume compensation
Reset all audio settings ...
Keyless operation system*
The keyless operation system allows you to lock and unlock the doors and tailgate
and start the engine simply by carrying the keyless operation key with you. The
keyless operation key can also be ...
To Lower The Rear Seat
1. Locate the release strap on the lower outboard side of
each rear seatback.
2. Pull the release strap (toward the front of the vehicle).
Rear Seat Release Strap
3. Fold the rear seat complete ...
