Subaru of America, Inc., Subaru Plaza, P.O. Box 6000, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034-6000 Forester 2016 Quick Reference Guide MSA5B1602A Issued September 2015 Printed in USA 09/15 Love. It’s what makes a Subaru, a Subaru.
Table of Contents Getting Started Instrument Panel 8-11 Gauges Personalize 12-13 Controls 14-21 22-23 While Operating Safety/In Case of Emergency 24-25 26-27 Additional Information...
Remote Keyless Entry Seating 1. Lock/Arm 3. Unlocking the Rear Gate Heated Seats (if equipped) • Press to lock all doors and the rear gate. • Press the button to unlock the rear gate. Press the switch in the corresponding direction for the desired seat temperature. To turn off the seat heater, slightly press in the opposite direction of the current position.
Seating Seat Controls Folding the Rear Seat 1. Forward/Backward Lower the headrests. Pull up on the release Pull up on the lever below the front of knob on the seat side that you want to fold the driver’s seat to move the seat forward down.
Instrument Panel PAGE 8-11 16-19 NUMBER Clock Press the “+” button to advance time or the “–” button to reverse the time. For vehicles with a navigation system, please refer to the separate “Operating Instructions for Navigation System.”...
Personalize Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column Power Moonroof (if equipped) Push the lever down firmly to adjust the height and lengthwise position of the column; firmly With the moonroof in the fully closed position, press the switch to fully open the moonroof.
Controls Light Controls Push up for right Turns on instrument panel turn signal. lights, tail lights, parking lights and license plate lights. Turns on headlights, instrument panel INT. illumination, parking lights, tail lights and license plate lights. HIGH Turns on fog lights Push down for (if equipped).
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Controls Located in the multi-function Manual HVAC System Automatic Climate (if equipped) display; top Control System center of dash (if equipped) 1. Temperature Control Dial 5. Rear Window Defogger Button Rotate the temperature control dial from 1. Automatic On and Off Press the rear window defogger button blue for cool, to red for warm.
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Controls Located in the multi-function display; top center of dash Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control System (if equipped) 6. Dual Button Operation in Manual Mode 1. Automatic On and Off Press the “DUAL” button to activate This system automatically controls 3.
Controls Steering Wheel Audio Controls Cruise Control Push the top (+) of Press the With any of the radio modes To activate the cruise control, press To resume your the switch to increase button to show selected, push the switch left or the “...
While Operating Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF Switch Pressing the switch to deactivate the Vehicle Dynamics Control system can help in the following situations: • A standing start on a steeply sloping road with a snowy, gravel-covered, or otherwise slippery surface. •...
AWD vehicle. from: accidents, vandalism, acts of If towing is necessary, it is best God, violation of any laws, misuse and done by your Subaru retailer or a abuse, or vehicle modifications not commercial towing service. recommended by the manufacturer.
Additional Information Fuel Engine Oil • 2.5 liter DOHC Non-turbo models use regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of Use only the following oils: 87 AKI or higher. Consult the Owner’s Manual for more detailed information. • ILSAC GF-4 or GF-5, which can be identified with the ILSAC certification •...
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Manuals & Warranties Review vehicle manuals & maintenance schedule Review warranty information (Basic, Powertrain, Tire, Wear Items & Adjustments) Review Subaru Roadside Assistance 1 (800) 261-2155 Retailer Orientation Parts & Service departments locations & hours Service Advisor introduction and/or business card Service appointment &...
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Parking Brake operation STARLINK Audio System & Bluetooth Bluetooth - Pair owner’s phone(s) & show operation (Download SUBARU STARLINK and MySubaru Apps*) STARLINK Audio* and Navigation* system controls (Sources, Presets, List & Back buttons) Safety, Comfort & Convenience...
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