Subaru Forester Quiz
Keys and doors

Tilt/telescopic steering wheel

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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- Do not adjust the steering wheel

- Do not adjust the steering wheel tilt/telescopic position while driving.

This may cause loss of vehicle control and result in personal injury.

- If the lever cannot be raised to the fixed position, adjust the steering wheel again. It is dangerous to drive without locking the steering wheel. This may cause loss of vehicle control and result in personal injury.

1) Tilt adjustment

1) Tilt adjustment
2) Telescopic adjustment (if equipped)

1. Adjust the seat position. Refer to “Front seats”.

2. Pull the tilt/telescopic lock lever down.

3. Move the steering wheel to the desired level.

4. Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place.

5. Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked by moving it up and down, and forward and backward.

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