Subaru Forester: When checking or servicing in the engine compartment (non-turbo models)
- Do not contact the belt cover while checking the components in the engine compartment.
Doing so may cause your hand to slip off the belt cover and result in an unexpected injury.
- Do not touch the oil filter until the engine has cooled down completely.
Doing so may result in a burn or other injury. Note that the oil filter becomes very hot when the engine is running and remains hot for some time after the engine has stopped.
Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment
- Always stop the engine and set the parking brake firmly to prevent the vehicle from moving. - Always let the engine cool down. Engine parts become very hot when the engine is running and ...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:
Tire labeling
Many markings (e.g. Tire size, Tire
Identification Number or TIN) are
placed on the sidewall of a tire by
tire manufacturers. These markings
can provide you with useful information
on the ti ...
Blower Control
Rotate this control to regulate the
amount of air forced through the ventilation
system in any mode. The
blower speed increases as you move
the control to the right from the “O”
(OFF) ...
Split tailgate
WARNING:
● It is dangerous to drive with the tailgate (upper gate and lower gate) open, since
carbon monoxide (CO) gas can enter the cabin. You cannot see or smell CO. It can
cause unconsc ...