Subaru Forester 2019-2025 Owners Manual / Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags / Seat / Manual seat (if equipped) / Reclining the seatback

Subaru Forester: Manual seat (if equipped) / Reclining the seatback

Subaru Forester. Reclining the seatback

Pull the reclining lever up and adjust the seatback to the desired position. Then release the lever and make sure the seatback is securely locked into place. The seatback placed in a reclined position can spring back upward with force when the lever is pulled. When operating the lever to return the seatback, hold the seatback lightly so that it may be raised back gradually.

Forward and backward adjustment

Seat height adjustment (driver’s seat)

When the lever is pushed down, the seat is lowered. When the lever is pulled up, the seat rises. The height of the seat can be adjusted by moving the seat adjustment lever up and down...

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Subaru Forester 2019-2025 Owners Manual: Driver’s SRS frontal airbag

The driver’s SRS frontal airbag uses a dual stage inflator. The inflator operates in different ways depending on the severity of impact. SRS airbag system warning light Have the system inspected by your SUBARU dealer immediately if the SRS airbag system warning light illuminates...

Subaru Forester 2019-2025 Owners Manual: CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator light

CAUTION If the CHECK ENGINE warning light/ Malfunction indicator light illuminates while you are driving, have your vehicle checked/repaired by your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. Continued vehicle operation without having the emission control system checked and repaired as necessary could cause serious damage, which may not be covered by your vehicle’s warranty...

Driving information display

NOTE

You can set the units for both the multifunction display (black and white) and the combination meter at the same time. For details about setting the language and units, refer to “Type A combination meter” or “Menu screens”.