2002 Subaru Forester Owner's Manual - Page 114

The indicator can give a false reading under any of the following conditions: D When there is too much sun. D During idling; while running at low speeds in a traffic jam; when the engine is restarted immediately following a shutdown. D When the actual outside temperature falls outside the specified indicator range. J Fuel gauge Low fuel warning light HS0155 The fuel gauge shows the approximate amount of fuel remaining in the tank. The gauge does not return to "E" even though the ignition switch is in the "ACC" or "LOCK" position. The gauge may move slightly during braking, turning or acceleration due to fuel movement in the tank. B Low fuel warning light The low fuel warning light comes on when the tank is nearly empty (about 2.3 U.S. gal., 9.0 liters, 1.9 Imp. gal.). It only operates when the ignition switch is in the "ON" position. 3-8