Subaru Forester: Operation during cold weather / Opening rear gate (models with power rear gate)

Refueling in cold weather

To help prevent moisture from forming in the fuel system and the risk of its freezing, use of an antifreeze additive in the fuel tank is recommended during cold weather. Use only additives that are specifically designed for this purpose. When an antifreeze additive is used, its effect lasts l..

Driving on snowy and icy roads

To prevent skidding and slipping, avoid sudden braking, abrupt acceleration, highspeed driving, and sharp turning when driving on snowy or icy roads...

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Subaru Forester 2019-2025 Owners Manual: Assist grip

Assist grip The assist grip is to be held to support the body of the passengers when they are in the seat and the vehicle is moving. WARNING Do not hold the assist grip when getting up from the seat. Holding and pulling the assist grip in the wrong way could break the grip and possibly cause injury...

Subaru Forester 2019-2025 Owners Manual: Defrosting

If equipped Select the or mode to defrost or dehumidify the windshield and front door windows. NOTE When the or mode is selected, the air conditioner compressor operates automatically regardless of the position of the air conditioner button to defrost the windshield more quickly...