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: Date and time settings

You can set the date, time and 12h or 24h format settings. Current date and time setting For details about clock setting, refer to “Clock”. Birthday setting If a birthday or anniversary is approaching, a message will be displayed when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position...

Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Shift lock release using the shift lock release button

Perform the following procedure to release the shift lock. Apply the parking brake and stop the engine. Wrap the tip of a flat-head screwdriver with vinyl tape or a cloth and use it to remove the shift lock cover. The shift lock release button is located under the shift lock cover...