Subaru 2004 Forester User Manual

Foreword
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Subaru 2004 Forester Specifications

General

Brand	Subaru
Model	2004 Forester
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Seat, Seatbelt and SRS Airbags

Front seats

Seatbelts

Proper use of seatbelts, safety tips, and precautions for effective restraint.

Child restraint systems

Guidelines and instructions for safely installing child restraint systems in the vehicle.

SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag)

Information on the SRS airbag system, its operation, and safety precautions.

Instruments and Controls

Ignition switch

Description of the ignition switch positions and their functions for starting the vehicle.

Meters and gauges

Warning and indicator lights

Overview of various warning and indicator lights and their meanings.

Climate Control

Manual climate control system

Automatic climate control system

How to use the automatic climate control system for maintaining cabin temperature.

Starting and Operating

Fuel

Starting the engine

Procedures for starting the engine in manual and automatic transmission vehicles.

Automatic transmission

Driving Tips

New vehicle break-in driving – the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km)

Fuel economy hints

Driving tips for AWD vehicles

In Case of Emergency

Flat tires

Procedures for handling a flat tire and changing it safely.

Jump starting

Safe and correct procedure for jump starting a vehicle with a discharged battery.

Engine overheating

What to do if the engine overheats, including safety precautions.

Maintenance and Service

Maintenance schedule

Overview of required scheduled maintenance items for optimal vehicle service.

Engine oil

How to check and change engine oil and oil filter, including recommended grades.

Cooling system