Subaru Forester: Instruments and controls / Warning and indicator

Illumination brightness control

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Initial illumination for system check

Several of the warning and indicator lights illuminate when the ignition switch is initially turned to the “ON” position. This permits checking the operation of the bulbs...

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Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Rear passenger’s seats (if equipped)

Rear left seat Rear center seat Rear right seat With the ignition switch turned to the “ON” position, the seatbelt warning light and chime reminds the rear passenger to fasten their seatbelt by illuminating the warning lights in the locations indicated in the above illustration and sounding a chime...

Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Rear gate – if the rear gate cannot be opened

In the event that you cannot open the rear gate by operating the rear gate opener button, you can open it from inside the cargo area. Remove the access cover at the bottom-center of the rear gate trim using a flat-head screwdriver wrapped with vinyl tape or a cloth...