Subaru Forester: Parking brake
To set the parking brake, depress the brake pedal firmly and hold it down until the parking brake lever is fully pulled up.
To release the parking brake, pull the lever up slightly, press the release button, then lower the lever while keeping the button pressed.
When the parking brake is set while the engine is running, the parking brake warning light illuminates. After starting the vehicle, be sure that the warning light has turned off before the vehicle is driven.
Refer to “Brake system warning light”.
Never drive while the parking brake is set because this will cause unnecessary wear on the brake linings.
Before starting to drive, always make sure that the parking brake has been fully released.
Parking tips
When parking your vehicle, always perform
the following procedure.
- Apply the parking brake firmly.
- For MT models, put the shift lever in
the “1” (1st) position when on an upgrade
or th ...
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Replacing bulbs
Bulbs may become very hot while
illuminated. Before replacing bulbs,
turn off the lights and wait until the
bulbs cool down. Otherwise, there is
a risk of sustaining a burn injury.
Re ...
Hill-start assist control
Hill-start assist control helps to prevent the vehicle from rolling
backwards when starting on an incline or slippery slope.
To engage hill-start assist control,
further depress the brake
pedal ...
Shift Positions
The transfer case switch is located on the center console
next to the shift lever.
Transfer Case Switch
2WD
Rear Wheel Drive High Range - This range is for normal
street and highway driving o ...
