Subaru Forester: Service mode - Remote engine start system (dealer option) - Starting and operating - Subaru Forester Owner's ManualSubaru Forester: Service mode

In service mode, the remote start function is temporarily disabled to prevent the system from unexpectedly starting the engine while being serviced.

Pre-heating or pre-cooling the interior of the vehicle
Before exiting the vehicle, set the temperature controls to the desired setting and operation. After the system starts the vehicle, the heater or air-conditioning will activate and heat or coo ...

To engage the service mode
Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position, depress and hold the brake pedal, then press and release the “” button on the remote control transmitter three times. The system will pau ...

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Use of lights
Check your lights regularly for correct operation and always keep them clean. When driving during the day in conditions of poor visibility, it is helpful to drive with headlights on low beam. ...

To Stop Playing a CD
Press the AM/FMor CD/XM button to switch to the radio or satellite radio while a CD is playing. If there is a PC card in the audio unit, touch the CARD icon to switch to the PC card while a C ...

Battery saver system
- When the headlight switch is in the or position while the ignition switch is in the ON position, the lights will automatically turn off 5 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned ...