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Popular 2012 Subaru Forester Manual Pages
Owner's Manual - Page 39
... Items & Adjustments / PZEV (if applicable) / Review Rust Perforation Warranty / Tire Warranty Review Service & Maintenance Schedules & Terms Explain Normal vs. Subaru Delivery Checklist
Owner Information
VEHICLE ID # DELIVERY DATE OWNER NAME OWNER NAME
Owner Resources & Warranty
Present the Subaru Owner's Manual & Quick Reference Guide (detailed review in the deal jacket for delivery)
NEW...
Owner's Manual - Page 40
..., Alarm System & Remote Start (if equipped) Show Hood & Gas Door Releases REAR & SIDE Show Trunk Release & Valet Feature (sedans only) Show Spare Tire, Tools & Jack Location Explain Temporary Spare Tire Usage & Limitations INTERIOR Explain Operation of Manual Transmission & Incline Start Assist (if equipped) Explain Operation of Other Vehicle Options, Equipment, or Genuine Subaru Accessories Not...
Owner's Manual - Page 168
... in this Owner's Manual. . etc.) other cabin surface that would be made to the front end. . Installation of a tire of different size and construction from the tires specified on the vehicle placard attached to install any equipment (bush bar, winches, snow plow, skid plate, etc.) other than genuine SUBARU accessory parts to the dashboard . CAUTION
Do not perform any equipment (side...
Owner's Manual - Page 253
... during the off when engine is heavily loaded
To improve acceleration and gas mileage, the air conditioner compressor is designed to the replacement schedule as a result of the airflow through the vents. - Keep the windows closed during rapid acceleration or when driving on a steep upgrade.
& Lubrication oil circulation in quicker cooling by your SUBARU dealer if the following occurs...
Owner's Manual - Page 339
... the paint, be damaged. It could be sure to the fuel tank.
If you use a genuine SUBARU fuel filler cap. Close the fuel filler lid completely. Stop filling the tank after the fuel filler pump automatically stops. Do not add any cleaning agents to wipe off immediately. Because fuel may cause damage to "CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator light" F3-16.
Owner's Manual - Page 340
...Dealer for service. OBDII inspections apply to exceed allowable limits. Some states still use dynamometers in advance not to tell your vehicle's wheels to persons nearby. Otherwise, serious transmission damage will result in one . At state inspection time, remember to place your SUBARU AWD vehicle on a two-wheel dynamometer. 7-6
Starting and operating
State emission testing...
Owner's Manual - Page 345
... starter system can program up to prevent the system from unexpectedly starting the engine while being serviced. ! Insert the key into the vehicle's ignition switch and turn signal lights 1 time indicating that remote transmitters are " ON " .
- To program a remote transmitter: press and release the " " button on the remote control transmitter three times. You can be adjusted using...
Owner's Manual - Page 384
...tips
The GVWR equals Curb Weight (actual weight of cargo could result. If you carry heavy loads in the vehicle, you should be increased. Replacement tires with the roof rack and any appropriate carrying attachment that the vehicle's center of gravity is lower than the vehicle capacity weight, either front or rear GAW may lower the GVWR and GAWR limitations. The roof rails must be used...
Owner's Manual - Page 386
...weight changes depending on the roof molding, follow the manufacturer 's instructions. Use only the ball mount supplied with a cover. Do not use with any type of the two roof moldings has two mounting points for positive locking placement before towing a trailer. Then insert the ball mount into the hitch receiver tube. For possible recommendations and limitations, refer to check...
Owner's Manual - Page 388
... mount from any new powertrain component (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearings, etc.) for your vehicle. Exceeding the maximum load limits could cause personal injury and/or vehicle damage. Adequate size trailer brakes are accepta-
& Warranties and maintenance
SUBARU warranties do decide to tow a trailer, your safety and satisfaction depend upon proper use your vehicle and...
Owner's Manual - Page 392
... its cargo weight) exceeds 1,000 lbs (453 kg), the trailer is not designed to handle that mounts only to coupling damage or hitch ball damage. 8-22
Driving tips
hitch or other applicable regulations. In case the trailer hitch connector or hitch ball should disconnect from the hitch due to the rear bumper. If your SUBARU dealer and professional trailer supplier for installation...
Owner's Manual - Page 393
... standard side mirrors, use towing mirrors that the standard side mirrors provide a good rearward field of the temporary spare tire when towing can result in "Tires" F12-10. Use of view without significant blind spots. Adjust the rear tire pressure to your SUBARU dealer. Trailer tire condition, size, load rating and proper inflation pressure should never drive at excessive speeds.
Owner's Manual - Page 423
... ...Drive belts ...Turbo models ...Non-turbo models ...
11-17 11-18
11-18 11-18
Clutch pedal (MT models) ...Checking the clutch function...Checking the clutch pedal free play...
11-27
11-27 11-27
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Manual transmission oil ...Checking the oil level ...Recommended grade and viscosity ...
11-19
11-19 11-19
Hill start assist system (MT models)...Replacement of brake pad and lining ...Breaking-in...
Owner's Manual - Page 433
...disposal options available to the maintenance schedule in the "Warranty and Maintenance Booklet". If you . Maintenance and service
11-11
NOTE
. Park the vehicle on dusty roads, when short trips are frequently made, or when driving in the trash, or by thermal expansion of properly. The engine oil and oil filter must be sure to ease draining the engine oil. 2. Wipe the seating surface...
Owner's Manual - Page 448
... in the "Warranty and Maintenance Booklet".
& Checking the brake pedal reserve distance
& Checking the brake pedal free play and reserve distance according to the maintenance schedule in (0.5 - 2.0 mm)
Stop the engine and firmly depress the brake pedal several times. When the measurement is not within proper specification, contact your SUBARU dealer.
Brake pedal
Check the brake pedal...
Owner's Manual - Page 451
... on snow-covered or icy roads, we strongly recommend the use of 108F (5.68C) between
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Specifically, inflate them by an extra 1 psi (6.9 kPa, 0.07 kgf/cm2) for example, a blow-out caused by running over a sharp object). Check the parking brake stroke according to the maintenance schedule in tire pressures may not react immediately to illuminate. If you drive your SUBARU dealer...
Owner's Manual - Page 479
... next page.
- Specifications
12-5
& Engine oil
For the checking, adding and replacing procedure or other details, refer to "Engine oil" F11-9. NOTE
The procedure for changing the engine oil and oil filter should be performed by your SUBARU dealer. It is unavailable, use the SUBARU approved engine oil. If the approved engine oil is recommended that you have this service performed by...
Owner's Manual - Page 497
...
The pressure in a tire that is made of automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, radio, and heater, to cord material.
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Cord separation
The part of the tire that is shaped to the centerline of the tire extending to the extent that extend to the beads are cold. Curb weight
A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that these items are...
Owner's Manual - Page 499
...heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim.
. Rim type designation
A layer of the bead seat.
. Nominal distance between adjacent plies.
. Section width
A parting of those standard items which the ply cords that extend to the beads are seated.
. Test rim
The combined weight of those installed regular production options weighing over 5.1 lbs (2.3 kg...
Owner's Manual - Page 515
...Low fuel warning light ...3-11, 3-21 Low tire pressure warning light ...3-18 Lower and tether anchorage...1-29 M Maintenance Precautions ...11-3 Schedule ...11-3 Seatbelt ...1-20 Tools ...9-4 Malfunction indicator light (check engine warning light) ...3-16 Manual Climate control system ...4-8 Seat ...1-3 Transmission ...7-13 Transmission oil...11-19, 12-8 Map light...6-3, 11-50 Maximum load limits...
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