Subaru Forester Manuals 2016 Forester Owner's Manual | Page 233

Instruments and controls/Wiper and washer ! Steering responsive fog lights OFF indicator 3-91 Wiper and washer WARNING In freezing weather, do not use the windshield washer until the windshield is sufficiently warmed by the defroster. Otherwise the washer fluid can freeze on the windshield, blocking your view. Steering responsive fog lights OFF indicator (U.S.-spec. models with EyeSight system) Steering responsive fog lights OFF indicator (Canada-spec. models with EyeSight system) This indicator appears when the steering responsive fog lights system is deactivated. This indicator disappears when the system is activated. CAUTION . Do not operate the washer continuously for more than 10 seconds, or when the washer fluid tank is empty. This may cause overheating of the washer motor. Check the washer fluid level frequently, such as at fuel stops. . Do not operate the wipers when the windshield or rear window is dry. This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades and might cause the wiper motor to fail. Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield or rear window, always use the windshield washer. – CONTINUED –