2010 Subaru Forester Owner's Manual - Page 28

1-6 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags . If your vehicle is involved in a rear-end collision, have an authorized SUBARU dealer inspect the active head restraints. . The active head restraints may not operate in the event the vehicle experiences only a slight impact in the rear. . The active head restraints may be damaged if they are pushed hard from behind or subjected to shock. As a result, they may not function if the vehicle suffers a rear impact. Seat heater (if equipped) adjustment dial for each seat heater illuminates when that seat heater is activated. When the vehicle's interior is warmed enough or before you leave the vehicle, always turn the adjustment dial to the most rearward position so that the " " mark reaches to the "OFF" position. CAUTION . There is a possibility that people with delicate skin may suffer slight burns even at low temperatures if they use the seat heater for a long period of time. When using the heater, always be sure to warn the persons concerned. . Do not put anything on the seat which insulates against heat, such as a blanket, cushion, or similar items. This may cause the seat heater to overheat. Each front seat is equipped with a seat heater. The seat heater operates when the ignition switch is either in the "Acc" or "ON" position. Each seat heater has four levels of adjustment. To use the heater in the right-hand seat, turn the "R" adjustment dial forward until the " " mark reaches the desired position. To activate the heater in the left-hand seat, turn the "L" adjustment dial forward until the " " mark reaches the desired position. Each heater warms the seat most quickly with the " " mark on the adjustment dial in the furthest-forward position. An indicator light next to the NOTE Use of the seat heater for a long period of time while the engine is not running can cause battery discharge.