2010 Subaru Forester review
In its first full redesign since the 2003 model year, the Subaru Forester has moved closer to the mainstream than some fans might have hoped it would. The old model's boxy charm has been toned down, and what's left is a compact SUV whose driving dynamics are on par with some of the nimbler players in this segment. A few Forester diehards may cry foul, but I suspect the changes will widen the car's appeal to the market in general. The SUV remains as practical as ever, but now boasts enough refinement to merit serious consideration from anyone shopping the latest Honda CR-V or Toyota RAV4.
Trim levels include the 2.5X and 2.5X L.L.Bean, along with turbocharged 2.5XT and 2.5XT Limited versions; click here to see a side-by-side comparison with the 2008 model. Subaru's full-time all-wheel-drive system is standard. I drove a number of configurations both on- and off-road at a press event in Southern California.
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Operation
The SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag can function only when the ignition
switch is in the “ON” position.
The driver’s and front passenger’s SRS side airbags and SRS curtain airbags deploy
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High/low beam change (dimmer)
High/low beam change (dimmer)
To change from low beam to high beam,
push the turn signal lever forward. When
the headlights are on high beam, the high
beam indicator light “” on the
combi ...
Ventilation
To force outside air through the instrument panel outlets:
1. Set the air inlet selection button to the OFF position.
2. Press the “” button.
3. Set the temperature control dial all the way left.
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