2002 Subaru Forester Owner's Manual - Page 122

Light control switch WARNING To prevent battery discharge resulting from accidentally leaving your lights on when your vehicle is parked, the light switch operates only when the ignition switch is in the "ON" position. In any other position, the vehicle's lights will be out. If you park your vehicle on a roadside at night, use the hazard warning flasher to alert the other drivers. Dimmer Headlight flasher HS0054 HS0055 The light switch operates only when the ignition switch is in the "ON" position. B Headlights To turn on the headlights, turn the knob on the end of the turn signal lever. first position Parking lights, instrument panel illumination, tail lights and license plate light are on. second position Headlights, parking lights, instrument panel illumination, tail lights, and license plate light are on. 3-16