Safety

Antilock brakes are standard. The 2.5 GT sedan has side-impact airbags to protect front-seat occupants.

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    Overview
    The new Forester has realized ideal proportions that provide ample interior space and offer improved utility without substantially enlarging the body size. Compared to the previous model, the new ...

    Tripped sensor identification
    The security indicator light flashes when the alarm system has been triggered. Also, the number of flashes indicates the location of unauthorized intrusion or the severity of impact on the vehi ...

    Maximum allowable speeds
    WARNING When shifting down a gear, ensure that the vehicle is not travelling at a speed exceeding the Maximum Allowable Speed for the gear which is about to be selected. Failure to observe this p ...