Subaru Forester Quiz
Keys and doors

Washer

In this manual: Keys and doors
Foreword — 1Warranties — 5How to use this Owner’s Manual — 5Vehicle symbols — 1Safety precautions when driving — 14General information — 1Illustrated index — 7Function settings — 1Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags — 77Keys and doors — 169Climate control — 54Audio — 189Interior equipment — 38Starting and operating — 85Driving tips — 49In case of emergency — 21Appearance care — 17Maintenance and service — 103Specifications — 21Consumer information and Reporting safety defects — 31
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To wash the rear window while the rear wiper is operating, turn the knob clockwise to the “sprays until you release the knob.” position. The washer fluid sprays until you release the knob.

To wash the rear window when the rear wiper is not in use, turn the knob counterclockwise to the “fluid sprays, and 2 seconds later the rear” position. The washer fluid sprays, and 2 seconds later the rear wiper operates. Releasing the knob stops the washer fluid spray, and 3 seconds later the rear wiper stops.

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