Subaru Forester: Starting the engine - Starting and operating - Subaru Forester Owner's ManualSubaru Forester: Starting the engine

Do not operate the starter motor

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 trying again.

NOTE
It may be difficult to start the engine when the battery has been disconnected and reconnected (for maintenance or other purposes). This difficulty is caused by the electronically controlled throttle’s self-diagnosis function. To overcome it, keep the ignition switch in the “ON” position for approximately 10 seconds before starting the engine.

Preparing to drive
You should perform the following checks and adjustments every day before you start driving. 1. Check that all windows, mirrors, and lights are clean and unobstructed. 2. Check the appearance a ...

MT models
1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Turn off unnecessary lights and accessories. 3. Press the clutch pedal to the floor and shift the shift lever into neutral. Hold the clutch pedal to the floor whil ...

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Flash Lamp With Lock
When on is selected, the front and rear turn signals will flash when the doors are locked or unlocked with the RKE transmitter. This feature may be selected with or without the Sound Horn with L ...

Checking the oil level using the oil dipstick
Park the vehicle on a level surface. To check the oil level with the engine at operating temperature, switch the engine off and wait for approximately five minutes. Pull oil dipstick 1 ou ...

Handling of compact discs
● Use only the type of compact discs that have the mark shown in the illustration below (playback of CD-R or CDRW discs may cause problems). ● The use of special shaped, damaged c ...