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Information display
selection knob
Speedometer
Fuel gauge
Vehicle Dynamics
Control / Vehicle Dynamics
Control operation
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF
CHECK ENGINE/
Malfunction indicator
Tire pressure warning light
Front passenger airbag ON
(Located on overhead console)
Front passenger airbag OFF (Located on overhead console)
Engine oil level warning light
Keyless Access with
Push Button Start System
(if equipped) Incline start assist
Turn signals
Front fog light indicator
light (if equipped)
Headlight indicator light
Cruise control
indicator light
Cruise control SET
indicator light
Gauges
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Vehicle Dynamics
Control / Vehicle Dynamics
Control operation
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF
CHECK ENGINE/
Malfunction indicator
Tire pressure warning light
Front passenger airbag ON
(Located on overhead console)
Front passenger airbag OFF (Located on overhead console)
Engine oil level warning light
Headlight leveler
(if equipped)Keyless Access with
Push Button Start
System (if equipped)
Incline start assist
Turn signals
Front fog light indicator
light (if equipped)
Headlight indicator light
Cruise control
indicator light
Cruise control SET
indicator light
Hill descent control
(if equipped)
GaugesTrip meter A/B
selection and trip
meter reset knob
Speedometer
Fuel gauge
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Windshield Wipers
To turn on the wipers, press the wiper control lever down one level for intermittent,
two levels for low, or three levels for high speed. Return the lever to the “OFF”
position to stop the wipers. For a single wipe, move the lever up. To spray washer
fluid, pull and hold the lever toward you.
To operate the rear wiper, rotate the end of the knob upward to the intermittent,
continuous, or wash position. When the rear wiper is off, rotate the knob
downward to wash and wipe the rear window.
Daytime Running Lights
Daytime running lights are standard on your vehicle. Only a reduced brightness
high beam will be automatically turned on when the engine has started, the
parking brake is fully released and the light switch is in the “OFF” or “
”
position. The brightness of the illumination of the high beam headlights\
is reduced
by the daytime running light system. You must always switch on your headlights
when it is dark outside by turning the light switch to the “
” position.
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2
3
INT.
LOW
HIGH
OFF
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Automatic Transmission Shift Mode
The automatic transmission gives you ultimate control with two different driving
modes: Normal Mode and Low Mode.
Normal Mode
When the selector lever is in the “D” (Drive) position, the tran\
smission is in
Normal shift mode. The shift position indicator on the instrument panel \
shows
“D”, and the transmission automatically shifts into a suitable for\
ward gear.
Low Mode
Low Mode is for using engine braking when going down hill, etc. Moving t\
he
selector lever left into the low gate
1 from the “D” (Drive) position causes the
transmission to change into Low Mode. The shift position indicator shows\
“L”
as the selected gear position.
While
Operating
X-MODE® (if equipped)
X-MODE® is the integrated
control system of the
engine, AWD and Vehicle
Dynamics Control system.
Press the X-MODE button
to activate. Press it again
to deactivate. Please refer
to your Owner’s Manual for
operational parameters and
details about this feature.
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Location of
Spare Tire and Jack
A jack and other maintenance tools
are stored in the tool bucket in the
center of the spare tire, located in
the trunk or cargo area. Raise the
center lid and remove the bucket
from the center of the spare tire. Take
the jack out of the bucket. The jack
handle is stowed on the back of the
center lid of the cargo area.
Emergency Towing Your
All-Wheel Drive Vehicle
Since Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel
Drive distributes engine power to
all four wheels, improper towing
will severely damage your AWD
system. A flatbed truck is the only
recommended way to properly
transport your AWD vehicle. If towing
is necessary, it is best done by your
Subaru Retailer or a commercial
towing service.
Subaru Roadside
Assistance
Subaru Roadside Assistance is free
and standard on every 2018 Subaru
vehicle. Coverage is automatic; there
are no forms to complete. Subaru
Roadside Assistance is available
anytime during the 3-year/36,000-mile
Subaru Limited Warranty, whichever
comes first.* A Subaru Roadside
Assistance decal has been affixed to
the driver’s door window.
Subaru Roadside Assistance:
1-800-261-2155
Exclusions
Specifically excluded from Subaru
Roadside Assistance coverage are
service requests or claims resulting
from: accidents, vandalism, acts of
God, violation of any laws, misuse and
abuse, or vehicle modifications not
recommended by the manufacturer.
*See your Retailer for details.
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Additional Information
Fuel
• 2.5 liter DOHC Non-turbo models use regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of
87 AKI or higher. Consult the Owner’s Manual for more detailed information.
• 2.0 liter DOHC Turbo model’s engine is designed to operate at maximum performance
using unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 93 AKI or higher. If 93 AKI fuel is
not readily available, unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 AKI or h\
igher may
be temporarily used. However, you may notice a slight decrease in maximum engine
performance while using 91 AKI fuel.
Regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher may \
also be
used. Using regular unleaded gasoline will not be detrimental to engine durability, nor
will it affect your warranty coverage. However, depending on your driving habits and
conditions, you may notice a decrease in maximum engine performance, fuel economy
or slight engine vibration or knocking. It is not recommended to use 87 AKI when towing.
Consult the Owner’s Manual for more detailed information.
Fuel Capacity
• 15.9 US gal (60 liters, 13.2 lmp gal)
• When the low fuel indicator light is displayed on the instrument panel, \
approximately
2.6 US gallons (10.0 liters, 2.2 Imp gal) of fuel remain.
• If you have recently fueled your vehicle, the Check Engine light on the instrument pa\
nel
may stay on due to a missing or loose fuel filler cap (the cap should\
be tightened until
a click is heard).
Fuel Filler Lid Release
The fuel filler lid release is located on the floor to the left of the driver’s seat. To open the fuel
filler lid, pull the fuel filler lever up and release.
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Engine Oil
Use only the following oils:
• ILSAC GF-5, which can be identified with the ILSAC certification mar\
k
(Starburst mark).
• Or API classification SN with the words “RESOUR](/manual-img/17/40469/w960_40469-28.png "SUBARU FORESTER 2018 Quick Guide 27
Engine Oil
Use only the following oils:
• ILSAC GF-5, which can be identified with the ILSAC certification mar\
k
(Starburst mark).
• Or API classification SN with the words “RESOUR")
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Engine Oil
Use only the following oils:
• ILSAC GF-5, which can be identified with the ILSAC certification mar\
k
(Starburst mark).
• Or API classification SN with the words “RESOURCE CONSERVING”.
- 2.5 liter DOHC Non-turbo models use 0W-20 synthetic, replacement
interval 6,000 miles under normal driving conditions. No requirement at
the first 3,000 miles.
- 2.0 liter DOHC Turbo models use 5W-30 synthetic, replacement interval
6,000 miles under normal driving conditions. No requirement at the first
3,000 miles.
Engine Oil Capacity
• 2.5 liter DOHC Non-turbo models: 5.1 US qt (4.8 liters, 4.2 lmp qt)
• 2.0 liter DOHC Turbo models: 5.4 US qt (5.1 liters, 4.5 lmp qt)
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Engine Compartment
Additional
Information
Please refer to your Owner’s Manual for more information.
2.5i Engine
Note: Callouts apply to both engines.
1. Air Cleaner Element
2. Engine Oil Dipstick
3. Radiator Cap
4. Engine Oil Filter
5. Engine Oil Filler Cap 6.
Engine Coolant Reservoir
7. Windshield Washer Tank
8. Battery
9. Main Fuse Box
10. Brake Fluid Reservoir
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