Recommended shifting speeds
The best compromise between fuel economy and vehicle performance during normal driving is ensured by shifting up at the speeds listed in the following table.

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Seatbelt warning light and chime
Your vehicle is equipped with a seatbelt warning device at the driver’s and front
passenger’s seat, as required by current safety standards.
With the ignition switch turned to the “ON” position, th ...
Key lock-in prevention function
This function prevents the doors from
being locked with the key still in the
ignition switch. ...
The Inside
The Forester's dash sits higher against the windshield than you'll find in
many SUVs, which gives the cabin a more carlike feel and a lower perceived
driving position. Thanks to the large side and ...
