2009 Subaru Forester Owner's Manual - Page 124

Instruments and controls 3-13 & Coolant temperature low indicator light/Coolant temperature high warning light CAUTION . Illumination in RED indicates overheating condition of the engine For the system check, this indicator light/ warning light illuminates in red for approximately 2 seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the "ON" position. After that, this indicator light/warning light changes to blue and maintains illumination in blue. This blue illuminated light turns off when the engine is warmed up sufficiently. If the engine is overheated, this indicator light/warning light illuminates in red immediately. At this time, safely stop the vehicle as soon as possible, and refer to the emergency steps for the case of engine overheating. Refer to "In case of emergency" in chapter 9. After that, have the system checked by your nearest SUBARU dealer. & Charge warning light If this light illuminates when the engine is running, it may indicate that the charging system is not working properly. If the light illuminates while driving or does not turn off after the engine starts, stop the engine at the first safe opportunity and check the alternator belt. If the belt is loose, broken or if the belt is in good condition but the light remains on, contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. . After turning the ignition switch to the "ON" position, if this indicator light/warning light remains illuminated in RED for approximately more than 2 seconds, the electrical system may be malfunctioning. Immediately contact your SUBARU dealer for an inspection. . If this indicator light/warning light illuminates in RED while driving, safely stop the vehicle as soon as possible, and refer to the emergency steps for the case of engine overheating. After that, have the system checked by your nearest SUBARU dealer. Refer to "In case of emergency" in chapter 9. This coolant temperature low indicator light/coolant temperature high warning light has the following two functions: . Illumination in BLUE indicates insufficient warming up of the engine & Oil pressure warning light If this light illuminates when the engine is running, it may indicate that the engine oil pressure is low and the lubricating system is not working properly. If the light illuminates while driving or does not turn off after the engine starts, stop the engine at the first safe opportunity and check the engine oil level. If the oil level is low, add oil immediately. If the engine oil is at the proper level but the light remains on, contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. NOTE If the engine is restarted after a certain driving condition, this indicator light/ warning light may illuminate in red. However, this is not a malfunction if the indicator light/warning light turns off after a short time. - CONTINUED -