Subaru Forester Manuals 2015 Forester Owner's Manual | Page 352

Starting and operating/Starting and stopping the engine (models without push–button ignition switch) CAUTION Trapping small animals in the cooling fan and belts of the engine may result in a malfunction. Check that no small animal enters the engine compartment and under the vehicle before starting the engine. NOTE Engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid, washer fluid and other fluid levels should be checked daily, weekly or at fuel stops. Starting and stopping the engine (models without push-button ignition switch) & Starting engine foliage, paper, or other flammable substances. The exhaust pipe and exhaust emissions can create a fire hazard at high temperatures. CAUTION Do not operate the starter motor continuously for more than 10 seconds. If the engine fails to start after operating the starter for 5 to 10 seconds, wait for 10 seconds or more before trying again. ! General precautions when starting engine WARNING . Never start the engine from outside the vehicle. It may result in an accident. . Do not leave the engine running in locations with poor ventilation, such as a garage and indoors. The exhaust gas may enter the vehicle or indoors, and it may result in carbon monoxide poisoning. . Do not start the engine nea