2001 Subaru Forester Owner's Manual - Page 290

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Maintenance and service

Maintenance schedule

11-3

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Maintenance precautions

11-3

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Engine hood

11-6

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Engine compartment overview

11-8

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Engine oil

11-9

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Cooling system

11-14

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Engine coolant

11-15

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Air cleaner element

11-18

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Spark plugs

11-19

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Drive belts

11-20

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Manual transmission oil

11-21

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Automatic transmission fluid

11-22

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Front differential gear oil (Automatic transmission

vehicles)

11-24

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Rear differential gear oil

11-25

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Power steering fluid

11-27

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Brake fluid

11-28

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Clutch fluid

11-30

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Brake booster

11-31

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Battery

11-31

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Windshield washer fluid

11-33

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Replacement of windshield wiper blades

11-34

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Brake pedal

11-37

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Clutch pedal (Manual transmission vehicles)

11-38

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Replacement of brake pad and lining

11-39

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Parking brake stroke

11-40

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Tires and wheels

11-41

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Tire pressure

11-41

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Tire rotation

11-42

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Aluminum wheels (If equipped)

11-43

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Fuses

11-44

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Main fuse and fusible link

11-47

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Installation of accessories

11-47

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Replacing bulbs

11-48

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2001 Subaru Forester Owner's Manual - Page 290

2001 Subaru Forester Manual

Page 290 highlights

Section	Page
2001_for_toc.pdf	1
Cover - 2001 Forester Owner's Manual	1
How to use this owner’s manual	3
Using your Owner’s manual	3
Safety warnings	4
Safety precautions when driving	5
SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAG	5
CHILD SAFETY	6
ENGINE EXHAUST GAS (CARBON MONOXIDE)	7
DRINKING AND DRIVING	8
DRUGS AND DRIVING	8
DRIVING WHEN TIRED OR SLEEPY	9
CAR PHONES AND DRIVING	9
MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE	10
DRIVING WITH PETS	10
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING	10
Table of contents	11
Index	12
A to C	12
C to E	13
E to H	14
H to M	15
M to R	16
R to S	17
S to V	18
V to W	19
Warranties	20
2001_for_sec_1	21
GO TO FORESTER 2001 TABLE OF CONTENTS file://2001_for_toc.pdf#page=11 Section 1 - Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags	21
Front seats	22
Seat heater (if equipped)	27
Rear seats	28
Seatbelts	30
Seatbelt safety tips	30
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)	32
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR)	32
Seatbelt warning light and chime	32
Fastening the seatbelt	33
Seatbelt maintenance	43
Child restraint systems	43
Top strap anchors	47
*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag)	48
Vehicle with driver’s and front passenger’s SRS air-bags and lap/shoulder restraints	48
SRS frontal airbag	53
SRS side airbag (if equipped)	60
SRS airbag system monitors	67
SRS airbag system servicing	68
Precautions against vehicle modification	69
2001_for_sec_2	71
GO TO FORESTER 2001 TABLE OF CONTENTS file://2001_for_toc.pdf#page=11 Section 2 - Doors and locks	71
Keys	72
Master, submaster and valet key	72
Key number	72
Door locks	73
Power door locking switches	75
Keyless entry system (if equipped)	76
Security system (if equipped)	82
Child safety locks	89
Power windows	90
Rear gate	93
Moonroof (if equipped)	94
2001_for_sec_3	97
GO TO FORESTER 2001 TABLE OF CONTENTS file://2001_for_toc.pdf#page=11 Section 3 - Instruments and controls	97
Ignition switch	98
Key reminder chime	100
Key interlock release (AT vehicles only)	100
Hazard warning flasher	101
Gauges	102
Speedometer	102
Odometer/Trip meter	102
Tachometer	103
Outside temperature indicator (if equipped)	103
Fuel gauge	104
Temperature gauge	105
Warning and indicator lights	105
Seatbelt warning light and chime	106
SRS airbag system warning light	106
CHECK ENGINE warning light/	107
Charge warning light	108
Oil pressure warning light	108
AT OIL TEMPerature warning light	109
ABS warning light	109
Brake system warning light	110
Door open warning lights	111
Front-wheel drive warning light (for AT vehicles)	111
Security system status indicator light (if equipped)	111
Turn signal indicator lights	111
High beam indicator	111
Light control switch	112
Turn signals lever	114
Illumination brightness control	114
Parking light switch	115
Fog light switch (if equipped)	116
Wiper and washer	116
Windshield wiper and washer switches	118
Rear window wiper and washer switch (if equipped)	120
Windshield wiper deicer (if equipped)	121
Rear window defogger switch	122
Tilt steering wheel	123
Horn	124
Mirrors	124
Inside mirror	124
Outside mirrors	127
2001_for_sec_4	130
GO TO FORESTER 2001 TABLE OF CONTENTS file://2001_for_toc.pdf#page=11 Section 4 - Climate control	130
Ventilator	131
Heating and air conditioning control system	133
Heater operation	135
Air conditioner operation	139
Operating tips for heater and air conditioner	140
Air filtration system (if equipped)	141
2001_for_sec_5	145
GO TO FORESTER 2001 TABLE OF CONTENTS file://2001_for_toc.pdf#page=11 Section 5 - Audio	145
Antenna system	146
Installation of accessories	146
Audio set	147
Type A audio set (if equipped)	149
Type B audio set (if equipped)	160
CD player (if equipped)	176
In-dash 6 CD auto changer (if equipped)	178
Precautions to observe when handling a compact disc (CD)	181
2001_for_sec_6	182
GO TO FORESTER 2001 TABLE OF CONTENTS file://2001_for_toc.pdf#page=11 Section 6 - Interior equipment	182
Sun visors	183
Vanity mirror (if equipped)	183
Storage compartment	183
Glove compartment	184
Center console	184
Overhead console	185
Dashboard storage compartment (if equipped)	185
Door storage compartment	186
Coin tray	186
Cup holder	187
Clock	189
Accessory power socket	189
Cigarette lighter (if equipped)	192
Ashtray	194
Coat hook	195
Interior light	195
Spotlight	196
Cargo area light	197
Luggage cover (if equipped)	197
Shopping bag hook	199
Cargo anchorage eyelets	199
Under floor storage tray	200
2001_for_sec_7	203
GO TO FORESTER 2001 TABLE OF CONTENTS file://2001_for_toc.pdf#page=11 Section 7 - Starting and operating	203
Fuel	204
Fuel requirements	204
Fuel filler lid and cap	206
State emission testing (U.S. only)	208
Preparing to drive	209
Starting the engine	210
Starting the engine for a manual transmission vehicle	210
Starting the engine for an automatic transmission ve-hicle	211
Starting the engine during cold weather below –4F (–20C)	211
Starting a flooded engine	212
Stopping the engine	212
Manual transmission	213
Automatic transmission	216
Selector lever	217
Shift lock release	221
Rear viscous limited slip differential (for S models)	223
Power steering	223
Braking	224
Braking tips	224
Brake system	224
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators	225
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) (if equipped)	225
Parking your vehicle	228
Cruise control (if equipped)	230
2001_for_sec_8	233
GO TO FORESTER 2001 TABLE OF CONTENTS file://2001_for_toc.pdf#page=11 Section 8 - Driving tips	233
New vehicle break-in driving – the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km)	234
Fuel economy hints	234
Engine exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)	235
Catalytic converter	236
Periodic inspections	237
Driving in foreign countries	237
Driving tips for AWD vehicles	238
Off road driving	239
Winter driving	242
Snow tires	245
Tire chains	246
Rocking the vehicle	246
Corrosion protection	246
Loading your vehicle	247
Vehicle capacity weight	248
GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating)	249
Roof rail and crossbar (if equipped)	250
Trailer towing	254
2001_for_sec_9	266
GO TO FORESTER 2001 TABLE OF CONTENTS file://2001_for_toc.pdf#page=11 Section 9 - In case of emergency	266
Hazard warning flasher	267
Flat tires	267
Jump starting	273
Engine overheating	275
Towing	276
Moonroof – if the moonroof cannot be closed	280
Maintenance tools	281
Tire changing tools	281
2001_for_sec_10	283
GO TO FORESTER 2001 TABLE OF CONTENTS file://2001_for_toc.pdf#page=11 Section 10 - Appearance care	283
Exterior care	284
Washing	284
Waxing and polishing	285
Cleaning aluminum wheels	285
Cleaning fog light lens	286
Corrosion protection	286
Cleaning the interior	288
2001_for_sec_11	290
GO TO FORESTER 2001 TABLE OF CONTENTS file://2001_for_toc.pdf#page=11 Section 11 - Maintenance and service	290
Maintenance schedule	292
Maintenance precautions	292
Engine hood	295
Engine compartment overview	297
Engine oil	298
Cooling system	303
Engine coolant	304
Air cleaner element	307
Spark plugs	308
Drive belts	309
Manual transmission oil	310
Automatic transmission fluid	311
Front differential gear oil (Automatic transmission vehicles)	313
Rear differential gear oil	314
Power steering fluid	316
Brake fluid	317
Clutch fluid	319
Brake booster	320
Battery	320
Windshield washer fluid	322
Replacement of windshield wiper blades	323
Brake pedal	326
Clutch pedal (Manual transmission vehicles)	327
Replacement of brake pad and lining	328
Parking brake stroke	329
Tires and wheels	330
Tire pressure	330
Tire rotation	331
Aluminum wheels (If equipped)	332
Fuses	333
Main fuse and fusible link	336
Installation of accessories	336
Replacing bulbs	337
2001_for_sec_12	346
GO TO FORESTER 2001 TABLE OF CONTENTS file://2001_for_toc.pdf#page=11 Section 12 - Specifications	346
Specifications	347
Dimensions	347
Engine	347
Electrical system	347
Capacities	348
Tires	348
Wheel alignment	348
Fuses and circuits	349
Fuse panel located behind the coin tray	349
Fuse panel located in the engine compartment	351
Bulb chart	352
Vehicle identification	353
2001_for_sec_13	354
GO TO FORESTER 2001 TABLE OF CONTENTS file://2001_for_toc.pdf#page=11 Section 13 - Consumer information and Reporting safety defects	354
Uniform tire quality grading standards	355
Treadwear	355
Traction AA, A, B, C	355
Temperature A, B, C	356