Maintenance SUBARU FORESTER 2017 SJ / 4.G User Guide

Instruments and controls/Multi function display
!Default Settings
Select “Ye s ”to use the menu screen to
restore customized settings to the factory
default settings. Select “No”to return to
the previous screen without restoring the
factory default settings.Multi function display (if
equipped)
NOTE
. If your vehicle is equipped with an
information display (monochrome), re-
fer to “Information display (Mexico-
spec. models) ”F 3-34.
. Illustrations show the display for
U.S.-spec. models as an example. For
models other than U.S.-spec. models,
elements in the illustrations (such as
the display indication and measure-
ment unit) may be different than the
ones for U.S.-spec. models.
. When the vehicle is in motion,
certain functions and selections may
not be available.
WARNING
Always pay adequate attention to
safe driving when operating the
multi function display while the
vehicle is in motion. When operation
of the multi function display is
disturbing your awareness and abil-
ity to concentrate on driving, stop
the vehicle in a safe place before
performing operations on the
screen. Also, do not concentrate
on the display while driving. Doing so may cause you to look away from
the road and could result in an
accident.
The multi function display has the follow-
ing functions.
Description Page
Displays useful messages,
such as warning information,
etc. 3-48
Displays basic screens (e.g.
fuel consumption screen, etc.) 3-48
Sets and adjusts maintenance
notification 3-76
Registers driving history 3-79
Sets and customizes car op-
eration 3-80
Reverse Automatic Braking
system display (if equipped) 7-66
Also, the multi function display can also be
used to set and initialize the multi function
display itself.
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Type A combination meter
1) Engine oil: Checks the interval of engineoil replacement.
2) Oil filter: Checks the interval of oil filter replacement.
3) Tires: Checks the interval of tire rotation.
4) Inspection and maintenance: Checks the interval of inspection and maintenance.Type B combination meter
1) Windshield washer fluid: Checks thelevel of windshield washer fluid.
2) Brake fluid: Checks the level of brake fluid.
3) Engine oil: Checks the interval of engine oil replacement.
4) Oil filter: Checks the interval of oil filter replacement.
5) Tires: Checks the interval of tire rotation.
6) Inspection and maintenance: Checks the interval of inspection and maintenance.
When the checks are performed, the color
of the icon corresponding to the checked
item will turn green.
If there is no warning message, the self-
check will complete without notification.
Example of notification
If there is a warning message or a
maintenance notification, the color of the
icon corresponding to the item will turn
yellow and the warning message or the
maintenance notification will be displayed.
Take the appropriate actions based on the
messages indicated.
NOTE
.The self-check screen can be set to
on or off. For details, refer to “On/Off
setting ”F 3-77.
. After performing the maintenance,
change the setting of the correspond-
ing maintenance item. For details, refer
to “Maintenance settings ”F 3-76.
. The maintenance notification screen
will be displayed under either of the
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following conditions.–The period of time remaining
until the registered notification date
is 15 days or less.
– The total driving distance remain-
ing until the registered notification
distance is approximately 311 miles
(500 km) or less.
. The maintenance notification screen
will be displayed until either of the
following conditions is satisfied.
–The period of time passed after
the registered notification date is 15
days or more.
– The total distance driven after the
registered notification distance is
approximately 311 miles (500 km) or
more.& Interruption screen
Warning information (display example)
Useful messages, such as reminder in-
formation, vehicle information, warning
information, etc. may interrupt the current
screen and appear on the display accom-
panied by a beep. Take proper action
according to the message.
The warning screen will return to the
original screen after a few seconds. If
the warning screen can be displayed
again, an information reminder “
”will
appear on the upper left part of the
display. To recall the message marked
with “
”on the display, push thebutton.
& Basic screens
These are the basic screens of the multi
function display.
Item Page
Information bar 3-49
Fuel consumption screen 3-50
ECO gauge screen 3-50
ECO history screen 3-51
Vehicle activation status
screen 3-51
EyeSight screen (models with
the EyeSight system) 3-52
“ Boost pressure ”and “Accel-
erator opening ratio ”screen
(turbo models) 3-53
Triple meter screen 3-53
Guidance screen 3-54
Clock/calendar screen 3-54
By operating
“”or “”of the control
switch, you can switch the screen that is
always displayed. Also, when the
button is pushed and held, the selection
screen can be displayed. For details about
the selection screen, refer to “Selection
screen” F3-56.
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Top menuMenu option DescriptionPage
Maintenance Engine Oil Set and adjust the oil maintenance notification date. 3-76
Oil Filter Set and adjust the oil filter maintenance notification date. 3-77
Tires Set and adjust the tire maintenance notification date. 3-77
Maintenance Schedule Set and adjust the vehicle maintenance notification date. 3-77
On/Off Turn on or off the self-check screen that is
activated when the ignition switch is turned to
the
“ON ”position. On or Off
3-77
Clear All Settings Clear all settings for maintenance items. Yes or No 3-78
Go Back Return to the top menu. —
Driving History Set Register and overwrite the driving record. 3-79
Go Back Return to the top menu. —
Car Setting Keyless Buzzer Volume Set the audible signal volume. 0 (OFF) to 73-81
Hazard Warning Flasher Set the hazard warning flasher. On or Off3-82
Defogger Set and customize the operation of the defogger. 15 minutes or Continuous 3-83
Interior Light Set and customize the interior light off delay
timer. 10, 20, 30 seconds or Off
3-84
Auto Light Sensor (if equipped) Set and customize the sensitivity of the auto
light sensor. Low, Mid, High or Max
3-85
Keyless Access Setting (if
equipped) Set and customize the keyless access function. Driver
’s Door Unlock 3-86
Rear Gate Unlock 3-88
Welcome Lighting Set the leaving time and approaching time. 30, 60, 90 seconds or Off 3-89
Go Back Return to top menu. —
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6. The system will notify you that the
setting is complete.
&Maintenance settings
The items in the maintenance settings can
be set. To change the items, operate the
“
”or “”switch.
! Preparation for maintenance set-
tings
1. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON”
position.
2. Push and hold the
button to show
the selection screen.
3. After the selection screen is displayed,
operate the “”or “”switch to show the
“Maintenance ”item. Then, push the
button.
! Engine oil setting
1. Perform the preparation steps accord-
ing to “Preparation for maintenance set-
tings ”F 3-76.
2. Operate the “”or “”switch to
select the “Engine Oil ”item. Then push
the
button.
3. Select the setting location (month, day,
year or distance) by operating the “”or
“” switch. Then push thebutton.
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4. Select a number by operating the“”
or “”switch. Then push thebutton.
If you also want to change the setting for
another location, repeat steps 3 and 4.
5. Select “Set”by operating the “”or
“” switch and confirm the setting by pushing the
button.
6. The system will notify you that the
setting is complete.
NOTE
.
The notification will be displayed
with information of both date and
distance or either date or distance in
accordance with the setting
. When “__”is selected for either the
“ Month ”, “Day ”,“Year ”or “Distance”
item instead of numbers, the set noti-
fication will be deactivated.
. If the notification continues for 15
days or more, the system will display
“ __ ”on the screen.
. When the distance announcement
reaches 0 km, the display will show
“ 0000 ”for the next 311 miles (500 km). After exceeding 311 miles (500 km),
“_
___ ”will be displayed.
! Oil filter setting
The setting procedure is the same as
“Engine oil setting ”F 3-76, but select the
“Oil Filter ”item in step 2.
! Tires setting
The setting procedure is the same as
“Engine oil setting ”F 3-76, but select the
“Tires ”item in step 2.
! Maintenance schedule setting
The setting procedure is the same as
“Engine oil setting ”F 3-76, but select the
“Maintenance Schedule ”item in step 2.
! On/Off setting
1. Perform the preparation steps accord-
ing to “Preparation for maintenance set-
tings ”F 3-76.
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2. Operate the“”or “”switch to
select the “On/Off ”item. Then push the
button.
3. The current setting will be displayed.
Push thebutton to enter the selection
mode.
4. Select “On”or“Off ”by operating the
“” or “”switch. Then push thebutton.
5. Select “Set ”by operating the “”
switch, and confirm the setting by pushing
the
button.
6. The system will notify you that the
setting is complete.
! Clear setting
1. Perform the preparation steps accord-
ing to “Preparation for maintenance set-
tings ”F 3-76.
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2. Operate the“”or “”switch to
select the “Clear All Settings ”item. Then
push the
button.
3. The system will prompt a Yes/No
dialogue (“ No”is selected first). To clear
all maintenance settings, select “Ye s”by operating the
“
”switch.
4. Confirm the setting by pushing thebutton.
5. The system will notify you that the
setting is complete.
& Driving history registration
The items in the driving history can be
registered. To change the items, operate
the “
”or “”switch, and then push thebutton.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON”
position.
2. Push and hold the
button to show
the selection screen.
3. After the selection screen is displayed,
operate the “”or “”switch to show the
“Driving History ”item. Then, push the
button.
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refrigerant HFC134a (as shown on the air
conditioner label). Therefore, the method
of adding, changing or checking the
refrigerant is different from the method
for CFC12 (freon). Consult your SUBARU
dealer for service. Repairs needed as a
result of using the wrong refrigerant are
not covered under warranty.Air filtration system
Your vehicle’s air conditioning system is
equipped with an air filtration system.
Replace the air filter element according
to the replacement schedule found in the
“Warranty and Maintenance Booklet ”. This
schedule should be followed to maintain
the filter ’s dust collection ability. Under
extremely dusty conditions, the filter
should be replaced more frequently. Have
your filter checked or replaced by your
SUBARU dealer. For replacement, use
only a genuine SUBARU air filter kit.
CAUTION
Contact your SUBARU dealer if the
following occurs, even if it is not yet
time to change the filter:
. Reduction of the airflow through
the vents.
. Windshield gets easily fogged or
misted.
NOTE
The filter can influence the air condi-
tioning, heating and defroster perfor-
mance if not properly maintained.
& Replacing an air filter
1. Remove the glove box.
NOTE
We recommend that you take mea-
sures to protect the center console
with masking tape first, so that you
avoid scratching the center console
with the glove box.
(1) Open the glove box.
(2) Remove the damper shaft from the
glove box.
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Fuel...................................................................... 7-3Fuel requirements ............................................... 7-3
Fuel filler lid and cap ........................................... 7-5
State emission testing (U.S. only) ...................... 7-7
Preparing to drive ............................................... 7-8
Starting and stopping the engine (models without push-button start system) .................. 7-9
Starting engine.................................................... 7-9
Stopping the engine ........................................... 7-11
Starting and stopping engine (models with
push-button start system) .............................. 7-12
Safety precautions............................................. 7-12
Operating range for push-button start system ............................................................. 7-12
Starting engine ................................................... 7-12
Stopping engine ................................................. 7-13
When access key does not operate properly ....... 7-14
Remote engine start system (dealer
option) .............................................................. 7-14
Models with “keyless access with push-button
start system ”................................................... 7-14
Models without “keyless access with push-button
start system ”................................................... 7-15
Entering the vehicle while it is running via remote start ................................................................. 7-19
Entering the vehicle following remote engine start shutdown ......................................................... 7-19
Pre-heating or pre-cooling the interior of the vehicle ............................................................. 7-19
Service mode (models without “keyless access
with push-button start system ”)........................ 7-19 Remote transmitter program (models without
“keyless access with push-button start
system ”).......................................................... 7-20
System maintenance .......................................... 7-20
Manual transmission ......................................... 7-22Shifting speeds.................................................. 7-23
Driving tips ........................................................ 7-24
Continuously variable transmission ................. 7-24Select lever....................................................... 7-25
Selection of manual mode (if equipped) .............. 7-27
Selection of “L ” (if equipped) ... .......................... 7-29
Shift lock function ............................................. 7-30
Driving tips ........................................................ 7-31
SI-DRIVE (if equipped) ....................................... 7-32Intelligent (I) mode............................................. 7-32
Sport (S) mode .................................................. 7-32
Sport Sharp (S#) mode. ...................................... 7-33
SI-DRIVE switches ............................................. 7-34
Power steering................................................... 7-34
Braking ............................................................... 7-35
Braking tips ....................................................... 7-35
Brake system .................................................... 7-36
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ............. 7-36
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).......................... 7-37ABS self-check.................................................. 7-37
ABS warning light .............................................. 7-37
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
system ............................................................. 7-38
Steps to take if EBD system malfunctions .......... 7-38
Vehicle Dynamics Control system.................... 7-39Vehicle Dynamics Control system monitor .......... 7-41
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