Subaru Forester 3 2001 Owner's Manual

Instruments and controls

Ignition switch 3-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Key reminder chime 3-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Key interlock release (AT vehicles only) 3-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hazard warning flasher 3-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gauges 3-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Speedometer 3-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Odometer/Trip meter 3-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tachometer 3-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Outside temperature indicator (if equipped) 3-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel gauge 3-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Temperature gauge 3-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Warning and indicator lights 3-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Seatbelt warning light and chime 3-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SRS airbag system warning light 3-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp 3-11. . . . . .

Charge warning light 3-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Oil pressure warning light 3-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

AT OIL TEMPerature warning light (for AT vehicles) 3-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ABS warning light (for vehicles with ABS) 3-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Brake system warning light 3-14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Door open warning lights 3-15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Front-wheel drive warning light (for AT vehicles) 3-15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Security system status indicator light (if equipped) 3-15. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Turn signal indicator lights 3-15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

High beam indicator 3-15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Light control switch 3-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Turn signals lever 3-18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Illumination brightness control 3-18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Parking light switch 3-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fog light switch (if equipped) 3-20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wiper and washer 3-20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Windshield wiper and washer switches 3-22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rear window wiper and washer switch (if equipped) 3-24. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Windshield wiper deicer (if equipped) 3-25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rear window defogger switch 3-26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tilt steering wheel 3-27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Horn 3-28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mirrors 3-28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Inside mirror 3-28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Outside mirrors 3-31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Ignition switch

WARNING

Never turn the ignition switch to “LOCK” while the vehicle is be­ing driven or towed because that will lock the steering wheel, pre­venting steering control. And when the engine is turned off, it
takes a much greater effort than usual to steer.

The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK, ACC, ON and START.

HS0122

B LOCK

The key can only be inserted or removed in this position. The ignition
switch will lock the steering wheel when you remove the key.
If turning the key is difficult, turn the steering wheel slightly to the right
and left as you turn the key.

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n Automatic transmission vehicles:

HS0124HS0123

The key can be turned from “ACC” to “LOCK” only when the selector
lever is in the “P” position.

n Manual transmission vehicles:

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HS0125

The key can be turned from “ACC” to “LOCK” only when the key is
pushed in while turning it.

B ACC

In this position the electrical accessories (radio, accessory power
socket, etc.) can be used.

B ON

This is the normal operating position after the engine is started.

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B START

CAUTION

Do not turn the ignition switch to the “START” position while the
engine is running.

The engine is started in this position. The starter cranks the engine to
start it. When the key is released (after the engine has started), the
key automatically returns to the “ON” position.

J Key reminder chime

The reminder chime sounds when the driver’s door opens and the key is
in the “LOCK” or “ACC” positions. The chime stops when the key is re-
moved from the ignition switch.

J Key interlock release (AT vehicles only)

If the key can not be turned to the “LOCK” position even when the selec­tor lever is in the “P” position:

Release lever

Vehicle
front

HS0127HS0126

1. Take out the screwdriver from the tool bag.

2. Remove three screws securing the undercover of the steering col­umn.

3. Remove the under cover of the steering column.

4. Turn the ignition key while pressing the key interlock release lever.

Take your vehicle to the nearest SUBARU dealer immediately to have the

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key interlock system repaired.

Hazard warning flasher

HS0053

The hazard warning flasher is used to warn other drivers when you have
to park your vehicle under emergency conditions. The hazard warning
flasher works with the ignition switch in any position.

When you have to park your vehicle under emergency conditions, pull off
the roads safely and park away from the traffic if it is possible.

To turn on the hazard warning flasher, push the hazard warning button
on the instrument panel. To turn off the flasher, push the button again.

NOTE

When the hazard warning flasher is on, the turn signals do not work.

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Gauges

HSF013CB

J Speedometer

The speedometer shows the vehicle speed.

J Odometer/Trip meter

CAUTION

To ensure safety, do not attempt to change the function of the in­dicator during driving, as an accident from inadequate steering
operation could result.

HS3005BB

This meter displays the odometer and two trip meters when the ignition

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switch is in the “LOCK”, “ACC” or “ON” position.
To change the mode indication, briefly push the knob.
Each press of the knob changes the function in the following order.

A trip meter B trip meter

B Odometer

The odometer shows the total distance that the vehicle has been driv­en.

B Double trip meter

The trip meter shows the distance that the vehicle has been driven
since you last set it to zero.
To set the trip meter to zero, select the indication of the A trip or B trip
meter by pushing the knob and keep the knob pushed for more than
2 seconds.

NOTE

If the connection between the combination meter and battery is bro­ken for any reason such as vehicle maintenance or fuse replace­ment, the data recorded on the trip meter will be lost.

J Tachometer

CAUTION

Do not operate the engine with the pointer of the tachometer in
the red zone. In this range, fuel injection will be cut by the engine
control module to protect the engine from overrevving. The en­gine will resume running normally after the engine speed is re­duced below the red zone.

The tachometer shows the engine speed in thousands of revolutions per
minute.

J Outside temperature indicator (if equipped)

The outside temperature indicator shows the outside temperature in a

range from –22°F to 113°F (–30°C to 45°C).

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The indicator can give a false reading under any of the following condi­tions:

D When there is too much sun.
D During idling; while running at low speeds in a traffic jam; when the

engine is restarted immediately following a shutdown.
D When the actual outside temperature falls outside the specified indi­cator range.

J Fuel gauge

Low fuel warning light

HS0155

The fuel gauge shows the approximate amount of fuel remaining in the
tank.
The gauge does not return to “E” even though the ignition switch is in the
“ACC” or “LOCK” position.

The gauge may move slightly during braking, turning or acceleration due
to fuel movement in the tank.

B Low fuel warning light

The low fuel warning light comes on when the tank is nearly empty
(about 2.3 U.S. gal., 9.0 liters, 1.9 Imp. gal.). It only operates when the
ignition switch is in the “ON” position.

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J Temperature gauge

CAUTION

If the pointer exceeds the normal operating range, safely stop the
vehicle as soon as possible.
See “In case of emergency” in this manual.

Normal
operating
range

HS0052

The temperature gauge shows engine coolant temperature when the
ignition switch is in the “ON” position.

The coolant temperature will vary in accordance with the outside temper­ature and driving conditions.

We recommend that you drive moderately until the pointer of the tempera­ture gauge reaches near the middle of the range. Engine operation is opti­mum with the engine coolant at this temperature range and high revving
operation when the engine is not warmed up enough should be avoided.

Warning and indicator lights

Several of the warning and indicator lights come on momentarily and
then go out when the ignition switch is initially turned to the “ON” posi­tion. This permits checking the operation of the bulbs.
Apply the parking brake and turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position.
The following lights come on:

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Seatbelt warning light
SRS airbag system warning light
CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp
Charge warning light
Oil pressure warning light
AT OIL TEMP warning light (automatic transmission vehicles)
ABS warning light (if equipped)
Brake system warning light

If any lights fail to come on, it indicates a burned-out bulb or a malfunc­tion of the corresponding system.
Consult your authorized SUBARU dealer for repair.

J Seatbelt warning light and chime

When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the seatbelt
warning light will come on and the reminder chime will sound to remind
driver to fasten the seatbelt.
The seatbelt warning light remains on for about six seconds and turns off
automatically after six seconds.
The seatbelt reminder chime will turn off when the driver’s side seatbelt is
buckled or it will turn off automatically after about six seconds.

J SRS airbag system warning light AIRBAG

When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the SRS airbag
system warning light will come on for about six seconds and go out. This
shows the SRS airbag system is in normal operation.
If this light comes on while driving or remains illuminated even after a
lapse of about 6 seconds from when the ignition key has been turned on,
it may indicate that the SRS airbag system is not working properly. Con­tact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately.

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