Subaru Forester: Manual climate control operation for front climate control panel / To turn off the climate control system

Air inlet selection

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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 quick..

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Subaru Forester 2019-2025 Owners Manual: Driving on grades

Before going down a steep hill, slow down and shift to a lower gear (if necessary, use 1st gear) in order to utilize the engine braking effect and prevent overheating of your vehicle’s brakes. Do not make sudden downshifts. When driving uphill in hot weather, the air conditioner may turn off automatically to protect the engine from overheating...

Subaru Forester 2019-2025 Owners Manual: 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...