Subaru FORESTER 5th Generation 2019-2024 Type B Combination Meter and Warning/Indicator Lights Car Owner Manuals

Subaru FORESTER 5th Generation 2019-2024 Type B Combination Meter and Warning/Indicator Lights

Type B Combination Meter and Warning/Indicator Lights

Type B Combination Meter

Perform the procedures described in “Gauge Initial Movement” F3-43.

Speedometer

Displays the vehicle speed.

Odometer

Odometer (Type A & B)

1. Trip knob: Displays odometer when ignition is ON. Shows total distance driven.

If pressed in LOCK/OFF or ACC position, odometer/trip meter lights up. If not pressed within 10 seconds, it turns off. Opening/closing driver’s door within 10 seconds also turns it off.

Double Trip Meter

Double Trip Meter (Type A & B)

1. Trip knob: Displays two trip meters when ignition is ON. Shows distance since last reset.

Pressing the trip knob in LOCK/OFF or ACC lights up odometer/trip meter. Switch between A and B trip meters while lit. If no press within 10 seconds or door opened/closed, meter turns off.

Press and hold trip knob >2s to reset selected trip meter to zero.

CAUTION: Do not change indicator functions while driving.

NOTE: Data may be lost if battery disconnected.

Tachometer

Displays engine speed (x1000 RPM).

CAUTION: Do not operate engine in red zone; fuel injection cuts to protect engine. Engine speed control may limit RPM in P/N (CVT) or neutral (MT) positions.

Fuel Gauge

Displays approximate fuel remaining. Gauge may fluctuate during braking, turning, or acceleration. Press trip knob in LOCK/OFF or ACC to illuminate gauge.

NOTE: “⛽” indicates fuel filler door is on the right side.

ECO Gauge (If Equipped)

Shows current vs. average fuel efficiency. Needle to the right indicates better efficiency.

NOTE: Approximate indication only. Average rate not shown until 1 km driven after trip reset.

Warning and Indicator Lights

Some lights illuminate when ignition is turned ON for system check.

• Seatbelt warning light (driver and front passenger)
• SRS airbag system warning light
• Front passenger frontal airbag ON/OFF indicators
• CHECK ENGINE/Malfunction indicator light
• Coolant temperature low/high warning
• Charge warning light
• Oil pressure warning light
• Engine low oil level warning*
• Windshield washer fluid warning*
• AT OIL TEMP warning (CVT)
• Low tire pressure warning (U.S.)
• ABS and Brake system warning lights
• Low fuel warning
• Hill start assist warning/OFF
• Door open warning
• AWD warning (CVT)
• Power steering warning
• Vehicle Dynamics Control warning/operation/OFF
• Cruise control indicator (if equipped)
• Headlight indicator (if equipped)
• Automatic headlight beam leveler warning (if equipped)
• Steering Responsive Headlight warning/OFF (if equipped)*
• High beam assist indicator (if equipped)
• Access key warning (if equipped)
• X-mode indicator (if equipped)
• Hill descent control indicator (if equipped)*

*Applies to models with Type A combination meter.

Consult authorized SUBARU dealer if any light fails to illuminate.

Seatbelt Warning Light and Chime

Alerts driver and front passenger to fasten seatbelts when ignition is ON. Lights flash for 6 seconds; chime sounds if driver seatbelt is unfastened.

At speeds <15 km/h: light alternates steady/flashing every 15s, chime off.

At speeds >15 km/h: light alternates flashing/steady every 15s, chime sounds during flashing.

Front passenger sensor disables warning if seat is empty. Follow precautions to avoid malfunctions (no heavy loads, accessories, secure seatback, correct seat positions).

SRS Airbag System Warning Light

WARNING: Malfunction indicated by:

• Flashing/flickering light
• No illumination on ignition ON
• Continuous illumination
• Illumination while driving

Immediately contact SUBARU dealer. Malfunction increases risk of injury in collision.

Front Passenger Frontal Airbag ON/OFF Indicators

Shows status of front passenger SRS frontal airbag. Located next to dashboard clock. Illuminates during 6-second system check. Correct indicator lights after check depending on airbag status. Contact dealer if both ON/OFF indicators remain illuminated or off simultaneously.

CHECK ENGINE / Malfunction Indicator Light

CAUTION: If illuminated while driving, have vehicle checked immediately. Ignoring may cause serious damage.

If steady: emission control malfunction detected. Check fuel filler cap if recently refueled.

If blinking: engine misfire condition detected. Stop driving safely and have inspected immediately.