interior SUBARU FORESTER 2007 SG / 2.G Owner's Manual

6-10 Interior equipment
NOTE
When the lid of the center console is
closed, an opening remains between
the center console and the lid to allow
the power outlet in the center console
to be used. Pass the electrical appli-
ance’s cord through this opening. „
Use with a cigarette lighter
(Canada only, if equipped)
To use the accessory power outlet beside
the front pocket as a cigarette lighter sock-
et, purchase the cigarette lighter plug,
which is an optional accessory.
A cigarette lighter plug is available from
your SUBARU dealer.
The cigarette lighter operates only when
the ignition switch is in the “ON” and
“ACC” positions.
To use the cigarette lighter, push in the
knob and wait a few moments. It will auto-
matically spring up when ready for use.
600478
600095
To avoid being burned, never grasp
the lighter by the end with the heat-
ing element. Doing so could result
in injury and could also damage the
heating element. y Do not hold the lighter pushed in,
because it will overheat.
y The electrical power socket locat-
ed on the lower part of the instru-
ment panel is originally designed
to use a genuine SUBARU ciga-
rette lighter plug. Do not use non-
genuine cigarette lighter plugs in
the socket. Doing so may cause a
short-circuit and overheating, re-
sulting in a fire.

Interior equipment 6-11
Ashtray (Canada only, if
equipped)
It is possible to install on ashtray, which is
an optional accessory, in the front pocket.
The ashtray is available from your SUBA-
RU dealer.
To open the ashtray, push lightly on the lid
below the climate controls.
Fully close the lid after using it to help re-
duce residual smoke.
To remove the ashtray for cleaning, holdthe right and left sides of the ashtray and
pull it out.
NOTE
Particles of ash and tobacco will accu-
mulate around the hinges of the ash-
tray’s inner lid. Clean them off using a
toothbrush or other narrow-ended im-
plement.
y
If the socket is ever used for a
plug-in accessory such as a cell
phone, that may damage the por-
tion of the socket’s internal mech-
anism that causes a cigarette
lighter plug to “pop out” after its
lighter element is heated. There-
fore, do not place a cigarette light-
er plug in a socket that has been
used, even once, to power a plug-
in accessory. Doing so may cause
the plug to stick and overheat,
creating a potential fire hazard.
Do not use ashtrays as waste recep-
tacles or leave a lighted cigarette in
an ashtray. This could cause a fire.
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600097

6-12 Interior equipment
Floor mat
A retaining pin is located on the driver’s
side of the vehicle next to the fuel filler
door release.
The floor mat is secured using the built-in
grommet, by placing the grommet over the
pin and pushing downward.Coat hook
The coat hook is attached to the rear left
passenger’s hand grip.
600480Make sure the driver’s floor mat is
placed back in its proper location
and correctly secured on its retain-
ing pin. If the floor mat slips forward
and interferes with the movement of
the pedals during driving, it could
cause an accident.
600481
Never hang anything on the coat
hook that might obstruct the driv-
er’s view or that could cause injury
in sudden stops or in a collision.
And do not hang items on the coat
hook that weigh 2.2 lbs (1 kg) or
more.
600098

Interior equipment 6-13
Cargo area cover (if
equipped)
The cargo area cover is provided for cov-
ering the cargo area and to protect its con-
tents from direct sunlight. This cover is de-
tachable to make room for additional car-
go. „Using the cover
To extend the cover, pull the end of the
cover out of the housing, then insert its
hooks into the catches as shown. To re-
wind it, unhook it from the catches and it
will rewind automatically. You should hold
on to the cover and guide it back into the
cover housing while it is rewinding.
„ To remove the cover housing
1. Rewind the cover.
2. To take the cover housing off the re-
tainer, lift it out.
3. Store the cover housing in the cargo
area. „
Stowage of the cover
On models having a temporary spare tire,
the cargo area cover can be stowed under
the cargo floor. „ To install the cover housing
To install the cover, insert both ends of the
cover housing into the retainers.
600099
Do not place anything on the ex-
tended cover. Putting excessive
weight on the extended cover can
break it and an object on the cover
could tumble forward in the event of
a sudden stop or collision. This
could cause serious injury.
600100
600101

6-14 Interior equipment
Shopping bag hook
In the cargo area, there are two retract-
able shopping bag hooks (one on each
side) and four non-retractable shopping
bag hooks (two on each side).
To use either of the retractable hooks, pull
the lower portion out.
Cargo tie-down hooks
The cargo area is equipped with four tie-
down hooks so that cargo can be secured
with a cargo net or ropes.
When using the hooks, raise them. When
not in use, lower the hooks.
Cargo area bars
1) Cargo area bar
In the cargo area, there are two bars (one
on each side) to which a net can be at-
tached.
Do not hang items on the shopping
bag hook that weigh 6.6 lbs (3 kg) or
more.
600492
The cargo tie-down hooks are de-
signed only for securing light cargo.
Never try to secure cargo that ex-
ceeds the capacity of the hooks. The
maximum load capacity is 44 lbs (20
kg) per a hook.
600103
Do not place objects with a total
weight exceeding 6.6 lbs (3 kg) on a
net attached to the cargo area bars.
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Interior equipment 6-15
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Under-floor storage compart-
ment
There are five trays in the storage com-
partment underneath the floor of the cargo
area. They can be used to store small
items.
y
Always keep the lids closed while
driving to reduce the risk of injury
in the event of sudden stop or an
accident.
y Do not store spray cans, contain-
ers with flammable or corrosive
liquids or any other dangerous
items in the storage compartment.
600657

6-16 Interior equipment
TFront, left and right side storage compartment
To open the lid, raise the cargo tie-down hooks and pull the tab up. The jack and jack
handle are stored in the left side storage compartment.
600105 T
Center storage compartment (Stor-
age bucket)
To open the lid, pull the handle up.
Canada-spec. non-turbo models:
The storage bucket is put on the spare
tire.
Except Canada-spec. non-turbo mod-
els:
Storage tray is placed on the spare tire.
600106

Interior equipment 6-17
NOTE
When storing a flat tire, put the storage
tray in the luggage compartment (Ex-
cept Canada-spec. non-turbo models).
600108

10
Appearance care
Exterior care ....................................................... 10-2Washing ................................................................... 10-2
Waxing and polishing ............................................. 10-3
Cleaning aluminum wheels .................................... 10-3
Corrosion protection .......................................... 10-3 Most common causes of corrosion ...................... 10-3
To help prevent corrosion ..................................... 10-4
Cleaning the interior .......................................... 10-4 Seat fabric ............................................................... 10-4
Leather seat materials ............................................ 10-5
Synthetic leather upholstery ................................. 10-5
Ashtray (Canada only, if equipped) ...................... 10-5
Climate control panel, audio panel, instrument panel, console panel, switches, combination
meter, and other plastic surfaces ....................... 10-5

10-4 Appearance care
other parts of the vehicle may be dry.
4. High temperatures will cause corrosion
to parts of the vehicle which cannot dry
quickly due to lack of proper ventilation. „To help prevent corrosion
Wash the vehicle regularly to prevent cor-
rosion of the body and suspension com-
ponents. Also, wash the vehicle promptly
after driving on any of the following surfac-
es: y roads that have been salted to prevent
them from freezing in winter y mud, sand, or gravel
y coastal roads
After the winter has ended, it is recom-
mended that the underbody be given a
very thorough washing.
Before the beginning of winter, check the
condition of underbody components, such
as the exhaust system, fuel and brake
lines, brake cables, suspension, steering
system, floor pan, and fenders. If any of
them are found to be rusted, they should
be given an appropriate rust prevention
treatment or should be replaced. Contact
your SUBARU dealer to perform this kind
of maintenance and treatment if you need
assistance.
Repair chips and scratches in the paint as soon as you find them.
Check the interior of the vehicle for water
and dirt accumulation under the floor mats
because that could cause corrosion. Oc-
casionally check under the mats to make
sure the area is dry.
Keep your garage dry. Do not park your
vehicle in a damp, poorly ventilated ga-
rage. In such a garage, corrosion can be
caused by dampness. If you wash the ve-
hicle in the garage or put the vehicle into
the garage when wet or covered with
snow, that can cause dampness.
If your vehicle is operated in cold weather
and/or in areas where road salts and other
corrosive materials are used, the door
hinges and locks, trunk lid lock, and hood
latch should be inspected and lubricated
periodically.Cleaning the interior
Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the climate
control panel, audio equipment, instru-
ment panel, center console, combination
meter panel, and switches. (Do not use or-
ganic solvents.) „
Seat fabric
Remove loose dirt, dust or debris with a
vacuum cleaner. If the dirt is caked on the
fabric or hard to remove with a vacuum
cleaner, use a soft blush then vacuum it.
Wipe the fabric surface with a tightly
wrung cloth and dry the seat fabric thor-
oughly. If the fabric is still dirty, wipe using
a solution of mild soap and lukewarm wa-
ter then dry thoroughly.
If the stain does not come out, try a com-
mercially-available fabric cleaner. Use the
cleaner on a hidden place and make sure
it does not affect the fabric adversely. Use
the cleaner according to its instructions.
NOTE
When cleaning the seat, do not use
benzine, paint thinner, or any similar
materials.