Subaru Forester: Rear gate – if the rear gate cannot be opened
In the event that you cannot open the rear gate by operating the power door locking switches or the remote keyless entry system, you can open it from inside the cargo area.
1. Remove the access cover at the bottom-center of the rear gate trim.
2. Locate the rear gate lock release lever behind the rear gate trim panel.
Never operate the rear gate lock release lever with fingers because doing so may cause an injury. Always use a screwdriver or a similar tool.
3. Turn the lever to the right position using a screwdriver.
4. Open the rear gate from outside by holding the rear gate with your hands.
Towing with all wheels on the ground
1. Release the parking brake and put the transmission in neutral. 2. The ignition switch should be in the “Acc” position while the vehicle is being towed. 3. Take up slack in the towline ...Moonroof – if the moonroof cannot be closed
If the moonroof cannot be closed with the moonroof switch, you can close the moonroof manually. 1. Remove the plug on the roof trim of the cargo area by inserting the end of the flathead sc ...See also:
Seat Belts
Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts,
frays, and loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced
immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system.
Front seat belt assemblies mu ...
Opening the hood
WARNING
Do not pull the release lever while the vehicle is in motion. Otherwise, the
hood could be forced open by passing air flow. This could cause the hood to come
loose and injure you and ...
Windows
Power Window Controls (if equipped)
Driver’s side
The power windows can only be operated when the ignition switch is in the “ON”
position. The driver’s door has switches (1), (2), (4), (5 ...