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EnglishStarting and operating -> Starting and stopping the engine for your Subaru Forester 2019-2024
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7-3. Preparing to drive
7-4. Starting and stopping the
engine (models without push-
button start system)
CAUTION
Trapping small animals in the cool-
ing fan and belt of the engine may
result in a malfunction. Check that
no small animal enters the engine
compartment or under the vehicle
before starting the engine.
You should perform the following checks
and adjustments every day before you
start driving.
1. Check that all windows, mirrors, and
lights are clean and unobstructed.
2. Check the appearance and condition
of the tires. Also check tires for proper
inflation.
3. Look under the vehicle for any sign of
leaks.
CAUTION
Do not operate the starter motor
continuously for more than 10 sec-
onds. If the engine fails to start after
operating the starter for 5 to 10
seconds, wait for 10 seconds or
more before trying again.
NOTE
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Engine oil, engine coolant, brake
fluid, washer fluid and other fluid
levels should be checked daily,
weekly or at fuel stops.
4. Check that no small animals enter the
engine compartment.
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When towing a trailer, refer to “Trai-
ler hitch (dealer option)” �P411.
5. Check that the hood and rear gate are
fully closed.
NOTE
It may be difficult to start the engine
when the battery has been discon-
nected and reconnected (for mainte-
nance or other purposes). This diffi-
culty is caused by the electronically
controlled throttle’s self-diagnosis
function. To overcome it, keep the
ignition switch in the “ON” position
for approximately 10 seconds before
starting the engine.
6. Check the adjustment of the seat.
7. Check the adjustment of the inside and
outside mirrors.
8. Fasten your seatbelt. Check that your
passengers have fastened their seat-
belts.
9. Check the operation of the warning
and indicator lights when the ignition
switch is turned to the “ON” position.
10. Check the gauges, indicator and warn-
ing lights after starting the engine.
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2. Turn off unnecessary lights and acces-
sories.
3. Shift the select lever to the “P” or “N”
position (preferably the “P” position).
The starter motor will only operate
when the select lever is at the “P” or
“N” position.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON”
position and check the operation of the
warning and indicator lights. Refer to
“Warning and indicator” �P168.
5. Turn the ignition switch to the “START”
position without depressing the accel-
erator pedal. Release the key immedi-
ately after the engine has started.
If the engine does not start, try the
following procedure.
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When starting the engine, be sure
to sit in the driver’s seat (except
when using the remote engine
start system).
& Starting engine
! General precautions when starting
engine
WARNING
NOTE
.
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Never start the engine from out-
side the vehicle (except when
using the remote engine start
system). It may result in an acci-
dent.
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Avoid rapid racing and rapid accel-
eration immediately after the engine
has started.
After the engine starts, the engine
speed will be kept high.
.
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Do not leave the engine running
in locations with poor ventilation,
such as a garage and indoors.
The exhaust gas may enter the
vehicle or indoors, and it may
result in carbon monoxide poi-
soning.
On rare occasions, it may be difficult
to start the engine depending on the
fuel and the usage condition (re-
peated driving of a distance in which
the engine has not warmed up
sufficiently). In such a case, it is
recommended that you change to a
different brand of fuel.
On rare occasions, transient knock-
ing may be heard from the engine
when the accelerator is operated
rapidly such as a rapid start-up and
a rapid acceleration. This is not a
malfunction.
(1) Turn the ignition switch to the
“LOCK”/“OFF” position and wait
for at least 10 seconds. After
checking that the parking brake is
firmly set, turn the ignition switch to
the “START” position while depres-
sing the accelerator pedal slightly
(approximately a quarter of the full
stroke). Release the accelerator
pedal as soon as the engine starts.
(2) If this fails to start the engine, turn
the ignition switch back to the
“LOCK”/“OFF” position and wait
for at least 10 seconds. Then fully
depress the accelerator pedal and
.
Do not start the engine near dry
foliage, paper, or other flammable
substances. The exhaust pipe
and exhaust emissions can cre-
ate a fire hazard at high tempera-
tures.
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The engine starts more easily when
the headlights, air conditioner and
rear window defogger are turned off.
Do not shift the select lever while the
starter is cranking.
CAUTION
.
If the engine is stopped while
driving, the catalyst may over-
heat and burn.
1. Apply the parking brake.
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turn the ignition switch to the
“START” position. If the engine
starts, quickly release the accel-
erator pedal.
2. Turn off unnecessary lights and acces-
& Stopping the engine
The ignition switch should be turned off
only when the vehicle is stopped and the
engine is idling.
sories.
3. Check that the select lever is set in the
“P” position.
4. Depress the brake pedal and keep it
depressed.
5. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON”
position while turning the steering
wheel left and right.
(3) If this fails to start the engine, turn
the ignition switch again to the
“LOCK”/“OFF” position. After wait-
ing for 10 seconds or longer, turn
the ignition switch to the “START”
position without depressing the
accelerator pedal.
(4) If the engine still does not start,
contact your nearest SUBARU
dealer for assistance.
WARNING
Do not stop the engine when the
vehicle is moving. This will cause
loss of power to the power steering
and the brake booster, making steer-
ing and braking more difficult. It
could also result in accidental acti-
vation of the “LOCK”/“OFF” posi-
tion on the ignition switch, causing
the steering wheel to lock.
If you cannot unlock the steering wheel by
doing the steps, contact your nearest
SUBARU dealer.
6. Confirm that all warning and indicator
lights have turned off after the engine
has started. The fuel injection system
automatically lowers the idle speed as
the engine warms up.
& Steering lock
After stopping the engine and the key is
removed from ignition switch, the steering
wheel will be locked due to the steering
lock function.
While the engine is warming up, make sure
that the select lever is in the “P” or “N”
position and that the parking brake is
applied.
When the engine is restarted, the steering
lock will be automatically released.
CAUTION
! When the steering lock cannot be
If you restart the engine while the
vehicle is moving, shift the select
lever into the “N” position. Do not
attempt to place the select lever of a
moving vehicle into the “P” position.
released
When you cannot unlock the steering
wheel, perform the following steps.
1. Check that the parking brake is ap-
plied.
