2022 SUBARU FORESTER ECU

SUBARU STARLINK®MOBILE APP
The STARLINK®app gives you access to a suite of convenient cloud-based applications,
such as iHeartRadio®, Yelp®, Magellan NAVI®, eBird, and more via your in-vehicle
multimedia touchscreen, helping you and your family stay safe, entertained, and
connected. App availability will vary by vehicle and trim level. To get started, first download
and log in to the SUBARU STARLINK
®app on your phone.
To download the SUBARU STARLINK
®app, go to the Apple App Store or the Google Play
Store and search for SUBARU STARLINK®in the menu.
For more information and a list of available apps for your vehicle, please visit:
https://www.subaru.com/engineering/starlink/multimedia.html
MYSUBARU
Whether you’re on the road or planning adventures, the MySubaru app makes loving every
part of owning your Subaru easy. Although the mobile app is great when you are on the go,
you can also visit www.MySubaru.com from your computer to access the same functions
and to aid in planning your trip before you leave.
You can download the MySubaru app from the Google Play Store or
the Apple App Store on your phone by searching MySubaru.
By creating an account, you can:
• Schedule service with a preferred Subaru retailer
• Get vehicle service reminders, recall alerts, and exclusive coupons
• Track and record your service history
• Access resources like your owner’s manuals, how to videos and more
• Access SUBARU STARLINK
®Safety and Security features (must have an active
SUBARU STARLINK®subscription)
• Get help from 24-hour roadside assistance (24-hour roadside is included in standard 3-year warranty, and after 3 years with a Concierge package)
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SAFETY AND SECURITY OVERVIEW
STARLINK®Safety and Security services* are designed to help in your time of need. These
include Advanced Automatic Collision Notification, SOS Emergency Assistance, Enhanced
Roadside Assistance, Stolen Vehicle Recovery, the added convenience of Remote Engine
Start with Climate Control, and so much more.
With the SUBARU STARLINK
®system integrated into your vehicle, advanced safety and
security technology is just a button press away. The SUBARU STARLINK®experience
includes in-vehicle call center support, maintenance and diagnostic alerts as well as
remote services that keep you connected to your Subaru vehicle.
Located in the overhead console of most Subaru vehicles are the red SOS
and blue
i-button
. Both buttons link you to the SUBARU STARLINK®call centers that are
there to support you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
The SOS button
is for SOS Emergency Assistance.
The i-button
is for Enhanced Roadside Assistance or Concierge (if subscribed).
• Press the SOS button
for SOS Emergency Assistance.*
• Press the i-button
for Enhanced Roadside Assistance* or Concierge* (if
subscribed).*
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• To cancel a SOS Emergency Assistance, Enhanced Roadside Assistance or a Conciergecall, press and hold the same button for approximately two seconds or select the “End
Call” button if displayed on the Touchscreen.
Head to www.Subaru.com/STARLINK to see all the SUBARU
STARLINK
®subscription services and packages.
* Access to STARLINK®Safety and Security services requires an active
STARLINK®subscription. Not available in all States. See retailer for details.
Remote Engine Start available on keyless access with push-button start
vehicles. Remote Engine Start with Climate Control is available on select
models only. Not available on vehicles with manual transmission. See
Retailer for details or visit the STARLINK
®page on Subaru.com to learn
more.
ENROLLMENT
To enroll in SUBARU STARLINK®and access remote services, a MySubaru account is
required. MySubaru is the Subaru owner website that allows you to access vehicle remote
services, user preferences, diagnostic alerts and other useful features enabled by your
STARLINK
®Safety Plus, STARLINK®Security Plus and STARLINK®Concierge
subscription.
Your retailer may have created an account for you during the delivery process. However,
you can also create a MySubaru account at www.mysubaru.com.
Enrollment in SUBARU STARLINK
®can be done online at MySubaru.com, through the
MySubaru Mobile App, at your Subaru retailer or by calling a STARLINK®Customer Care
Representative at: 1-855-753-2495
NOTE: Please have your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) available, as you will need it
to complete this step. After the enrollment process, you will learn more about the features
in detail at MySubaru.com.
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MYSUBARU INTEGRATION
The connection between you and your Subaru has never been simpler, and the MySubaru
website (MySubaru.com) and MySubaru Mobile Application are the best ways to stay in
touch with your Subaru vehicle. From MySubaru, you can access the following information
and STARLINK
®Safety and Security services*:
• Remote Services
• Vehicle Health
• Usage Reports
• Service Appointment Scheduler
• Vehicle Maintenance Schedules
• Destination to Vehicle
• Service History
• Support Resources
* Activation with subscription required. Features and availability vary by vehicle and trim level. See your retailer for details.
SUBARU STARLINK®WI-FI HOTSPOT
SUBARU STARLINK®in-vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot* keeps you and your
family connected using AT&T’s 4G LTE nationwide cellular network.
Whether watching movies, playing games or even listening to
music, your family won’t miss a beat with SUBARU STARLINK
®
in-vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot. Set up is quick and easy.
For more information on a subscription and step by step
enrollment instructions, please refer to page 133 in this Getting
Started Guide or visit:
https://www.att.com/plans/connected-car/subaru.html
* Internet access is purchased separately through AT&T with monthly, per gigabyte, and unlimited data options available. Existing AT&T customers
have the option to add an additional line to their AT&T Mobile Share plan. Available on select models.
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SETTINGS AND UPDATES OVERVIEW
Many settings can be customized for different features in your Subaru. In this section you
will find examples and instructions for some of the settings you can tailor to fit your
preferences, as well as ways to keep your system updated.
Connect to Home Wi-Fi
Connecting to your Wi-Fi network can allow
you to update the software and maps. To
connect to Wi-Fi, first go to the “Settings”
screen, select “General”, and then select
“Wi-Fi Settings”.
For step by step instructions on connecting to Wi-Fi, please refer to page 131 in this
Getting Started Guide or “Settings” in your STARLINK®Owner’s Manual.
Performing Software Updates
Software updates provide enhancements to the system such as new features, added
security, and upgraded functions.
You can ask your preferred Subaru retailer to update the system software. For the 8.0-inch
Multimedia Plus and the 8.0-inch Multimedia Navigation systems, the system software can
be updated via a Wi-Fi network or using the aha™ application on your smartphone
(depending on your smartphone communication and transfer speed). The update process
involves downloading and installing the software update.
NOTE: System functionality will be restricted during installation.
For step-by-step instructions and more information, please refer to page 142 in this
Getting Started Guide or “Settings” in your STARLINK®Owner’s Manual.
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3. Select the desired network. If the network isa secure network, a lock symbol appears
on the right side of the screen.
4. Select “Connect” to connect to the network. If you are connecting to a secure
network, enter the password and select
“Join”.
5. Check that a confirmation message appears when the connection is complete.
If an error message appears, follow the
guidance on the screen to try again.
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Wi-Fi Hotspot Subscription
Internet access is purchased separately through AT&T with monthly,
per gigabyte, and unlimited data options available. Existing AT&T
customers have the option to add an additional line to their AT&T
Mobile Share plan. Available on select models.
Shortly after you take delivery of your new Subaru, you will receive
an email from AT&T for a one month free trial and how to activate
your free trial. To set up and enroll:
1. Select “Settings” on the Home screen.
2. Select “Wi-Fi Hotspot” to turn it on (if the Wi-Fi Hotpot is alreadyon then proceed to the next step).
3. Select Wi-Fi Hotspot Settings to view or update the following settings: • Wi-Fi Network Name (SSID)
• SSID Broadcast (Network ON / OFF)
• Security Type (WPA / WPA2)
• Password
• Connected Devices (Maximum of 8 devices)
• Broadcast Frequency
How to enroll:
1. Connect your tablet, smartphone or laptop to the SUBARU STARLINK
®Wi-Fi Hotspot
network listed in the settings menu and open your preferred web browser on the device
connected.
2. Once the SUBARU STARLINK
®Wi-Fi Hotspot homepage loads, follow the on-screen
instructions to create a new account or to add your vehicle to an already existing AT&T
Wireless account. You can also subscribe to the Wi-Fi Hotspot from the MySubaru
website or Mobile App.
You can also visit an AT&T store or their website for more information at:
https://www.att.com/plans/connected-car/subaru.html
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E
ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE (EPB) . 44 Auto Vehicle Hold (AVH) ........45
ENGINE OIL . . . . . . . . . ....... 56
ENGINE OIL CAPACITY . . . . . .... 56
ENROLLMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
EYESIGHT
®DISCLAIMER . ...... 114
EYESIGHT®OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . . 90
F
FIRMWARE AND SOFTWARE UPDATES . . . . . . . . . ...... 142
FOLDING THE REAR SEATS . . . . . . . 50
FORESTER . . . . . . . . . . ...... 113
FRONT VIEW MONITOR . . ...... 102
FUEL FILLER LID . . . . . . . . . .... 49
FUEL SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITY . . . . . . . . . ....... 49
FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control
with Lane Centering . . . . . . ....95
Automatic Emergency Steering . . . 92
Conventional Cruise Control . .....96
Lane Departure Prevention . . . . . . 94
Lane Departure Warning . . . . . . . . 93
Lane Sway Warning . . . . . . . . . . 94
Lead Vehicle Start Alert ........97
Pre-Collision Brake Assist . . . ....92
Pre-Collision Braking . .........92
Pre-Collision Throttle Management . . 93
H
HIGH BEAM ASSIST (HBA) . . . . . . . 104
HOME SCREEN ICONS . ........ 66
HOOD PROP . . . . . . . . . ....... 54
HOW TO OVERVIEW . . . ....... 115 I
IGNITION SWITCH . ........... 39
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION . . 4
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY . . . . . . . . 5 Subaru Roadside Assistance . . . . . . 5
SUBARU STARLINK
®Safety and
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
INFO SWITCH ............... 20
INSTRUMENT PANEL SWITCHES (LOWER LEFT) . . . . ......... 18
i/SET SWITCH . . . . . . . ........ 19
K
KEYLESS ACCESS WITH PUSH BUTTON START .................. 9
Locking Using Door Handles . . ....9
Locking Using the Rear Gate . . . . . 10
Unlocking Using Door Handles .....9
Unlocking Using the Rear Gate . . . . 10
KEYLESS ENTRY . . . . . . ........ 7
Automatic Door Locking/Unlocking . . 8
L
LANE DEPARTURE WARNING AND PRE-COLLISION BRAKING SYSTEM
OFF ................... 99
Lane Departure Warning OFF .....99
Pre-Collision Braking System OFF
Switch . . . . . . . . . . . .......100
LATCH/ANCHOR . . . . ......... 51
LIGHT CONTROLS . . .......... 20
Daytime Running Lights . . . . . . . . 21
Illumination Brightness . . . . . . . . . 21
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