Subaru Forester: Instruments and controls / Warning and indicator

Illumination brightness control

..

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...

Other information:

Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Ignition switch light (if equipped)

For easy access to the ignition switch in the dark, the ignition switch light illuminates when the driver’s door is opened or when the driver’s door is unlocked using the remote keyless entry transmitter. The light remains illuminated for several tens of seconds and then gradually turns off under the following conditions...

Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Outside temperature indicator

The outside temperature is displayed on the multi-function display (color LCD). NOTE The outside temperature indicator shows the temperature around the sensor. However, the temperature may not be indicated correctly or the update may be delayed in the following conditions...