5-door models
1. Lower the head restraints.
2. Unlock the seatback by pulling the release knob and then fold the seatback down.
To return the seatback to its original position, raise the seatback until it locks into place and make sure that it is securely locked.
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Ride & Handling
The original Forester was one of the first SUVs to adopt a
four-wheel-independent suspension, and this year's model has a new
double-wishbone rear setup. Several journalists on the media drive com ...
Shift lock release using the shift lock release button
Perform the following procedure to release
the shift lock.
1. Apply the parking brake and stop the
engine.
2. Remove the shift lock cover using a
flat-head screwdriver. The shift lock rele ...
Air conditioner button
Air conditioner button
The button positions and their functions are as follows.
ON: The air conditioner operates while the fan is running.
Push the button to select this position. The indicator lig ...