Subaru Forester: Under the cargo area - Maintenance tools - In case of emergency - Subaru Forester Owner's ManualSubaru Forester: Under the cargo area

1) Under-floor storage compartment (if equipped) (Refer to “Under-floor

1) Under-floor storage compartment (if equipped) (Refer to “Under-floor storage compartment”)
2) Jack handle
3) Tool bucket
4) Spare tire

1) Wheel nut wrench

1) Wheel nut wrench
2) Hex-head wrench (only models with moonroof)
3) Screwdriver
4) Jack
5) Towing hook (eye bolt)

The jack handle is stored under the cargo floor. The jack and towing hook are stored in the tool bucket that is located in the recess of the spare tire wheel.

Also, the tools in the tool bag can be stored in the tool bucket as illustrated.

For how to use the jack, refer to “Flat tires”.

    Tool bag
    1) Screwdriver 2) Wheel nut wrench 3) Tool bag 4) Wheel cover remover (only models with wheel covers) 5) Hex-head wrench (only models with moonroof) The screwdriver and wheel nut wrench a ...

    Flat tires
    If you have a flat tire while driving, never brake suddenly; keep driving straight ahead while gradually reducing speed. Then slowly pull off the road to a safe place. ...

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    If the vehicle becomes stuck
    Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow. 1 Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and put the shift lever in P. 2 Remove the mud, sn ...

    Center Table
    On LX and EX models To use the center table, pull up the outside edge of the table until it latches. To store it, pull the lever and lower the table. Sitting on or getting under the ta ...

    Trailer hitch (dealer option)
    - Never exceed the maximum weight specified for the trailer hitch. Exceeding the maximum weight could cause an accident resulting in serious personal injuries. Permissible trailer weight ...