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: BSD/RCTA (if equipped)

The BSD/RCTA consists of rear corner radars with Blind Spot Detection and Rear Cross Traffic Alert. These functions enable the system to detect objects or vehicles to the rear, drawing attention to the driver when changing a lane or when driving in reverse...

Subaru Forester 2019-2026 Owners Manual: Fastening the seatbelt. Rear center seatbelt

Center seatbelt tongue plate Anchor tongue plate Anchor buckle Center seatbelt buckle WARNING Fastening the seatbelt with the webbing twisted can increase the risk or severity of injury in an accident. When fastening the belt after it is pulled out from the retractor, especially when inserting the anchor tongue plate into the mating buckle (on right-hand side), always check that the webbing is not twisted...