Subaru Forester: Brake pad and lining - Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings - Replacement of brake pad and lining - Maintenance and service - Subaru Forester Owner's ManualSubaru Forester: Brake pad and lining

While maintaining a speed of 30 to 40 mph (50 to 65 km/h), step on the brake pedal lightly. Repeat this five or more times.

    Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings
    When replacing the brake pad or lining, use only genuine SUBARU parts. After replacement, the new parts must be broken in as follows. ...

    Parking brake lining
    1. Drive the vehicle at a speed of approximately 22 mph (35 km/h). 2. With the parking brake release button pushed in, pull the parking brake lever SLOWLY and GENTLY (pulling with a force of ...

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    High/low beam headlights
    Headlight switch and lever 1 High beam flash 2 Toggle between high and low beams ...

    Starting the engine
    Do not operate the starter motor continuously for more than 10 seconds. If the engine fails to start after operating the starter for 5 to 10 seconds, wait for 10 seconds or more before tr ...

    Wet brakes
    When the vehicle is washed or driven through water, the brakes may get wet. As a result, your braking distance will be longer and the vehicle may pull to one side during braking. To dry brakes, ...