2002 Subaru Forester Owner's Manual - Page 105

Doors and locks Open/close switch HS0294 To open or close the moonroof Push the upper part of the switch to open the moonroof. The sun shade also will be opened together with the moonroof. The moonroof will stop at a position 20 in. (50 cm) away from the fully closed position if you continue to press on the switch. Release the switch once and push it again to open the moonroof completely. Push the lower part of the switch to close the moonroof. The moonroof will stop at a position 6 in. (15 cm) away from the fully closed position if you continue to press on the switch. Release the switch once and push it again to close the moonroof completely. After washing the vehicle or after it rains, wipe away water on the roof prior to opening the moonroof to prevent water drops from falling into the passenger compartment. NOTE D For the sake of safety, it is recommended that you avoid driving with the moonroof opened beyond the initial stop position of 20 in (50 cm). D Driving with the moonroof fully open can cause an annoying sound to generate at high speeds. If such a condition has been encountered, close the moonroof up to the initial stop position of 20 in. (50 cm). D If the moonroof cannot be closed through switch operation because of system failure, it can be closed manually using a hex- CONTINUED - 2-25