Subaru Forester Manuals 2025 Forester Owner's Manual | Page 56

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SEAT , SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS
1-3 . SEAT HEATER AND FRONT SEAT VENTILATION ( If Equipped ) s01ab
The seat heater and front seat ventilation operate when the ignition switch is in the “ ON ” position .
CAUTION
. Do not put hard or heavy objects or ones with protrusions on the seat , and do not stab the seat with sharp objects , such as pins or needles .
. People with delicate skin may suffer slight burns even at low temperatures if they use the seat heater for a long period of time . When using the heater , always be sure to warn the persons concerned .
. Do not put anything on the seat which insulates against heat , such as a blanket , cushion , or similar items . This may cause the seat heater to overheat .
. When the seat is warmed enough or before you leave the vehicle , be sure to turn off the seat heater .
NOTE
Use of the seat heater for a long period of time while the engine is not running can cause battery discharge .
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Adjust the front seat heater function on the center information display .
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Seat heater indicator Front passenger ’ s seat heater icon Driver ’ s seat heater icon
Touch the driver ’ s / passenger ’ s seat heater icon on the climate control screen . Each time you touch the icon , the mode will change as follows .
HIGH : 3 indicator lights are illuminated . MID : 2 indicator lights are illuminated . LOW : 1 indicator light is illuminated . OFF : All indicator lights turn off .
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Selecting HIGH mode will cause the seat to heat up quicker .
Holding and releasing the seat heater icon turns the seat heater off in any mode .
NOTE
The front seat heater function cannot be used simultaneously with the seat ventilation ( if equipped ).