Subaru 2014 forester Installation guide

Forester

2014

Love. It’s what makes a Subaru, a Subaru.

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the App StoreSM or Google Play™

Launch the app on your mobile device.

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the page until the loading screen appears.

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www.subaru.com/brochures

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There’s a lot you can do,

when there’s nothing saying you can’t.

The all-new Forester is all about potential. To do what you enjoy with those closest

to you and to be there for those that need you. It’s more efficient, achieving up to

32 highway MPG1

, bigger with a roomier cabin and more cargo room; more

refined with upgrades inside and out; and more versatile with advanced Subaru

Symmetrical AWD with available X-MODE™ featuring Hill Descent Control.

1 EPA estimated fuel economy for 2014 Forester 2.5i CVT at 32 highway MPG. Actual mileage may vary. Forester 2.0XT Touring in Venetian Red Pearl with optional equipment.

Introducing the all-new 2014 Forester

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Efﬁcient

Room

1 EPA estimated fuel economy for 2014 Forester 2.5i CVT at 32 highway MPG. Actual mileage may vary.

2 Not available on base 2.5i.

3 Ratings based on Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS’s) 40-mile-per-hour moderate overlap frontal crash test, 31-mile-per-hour side-impact test, 20-mile-per-hour rear-impact test,

and roof-strength test. For more information, contact IIHS or visit their website at www.iihs.org.

4 EyeSight is a driver-assist system which may not operate optimally under all driving conditions. The driver is always responsible for safe and attentive driving. System effectiveness depends

on many factors such as vehicle maintenance, weather and road conditions. See Owner’s Manual for complete details on system operations and limitations.

5 Always wear seatbelts. Children should be properly restrained in the rear seat.

Scan this page to watch how helpful the power rear gate can be.

Achieving up to 32 highway MPG1

the all-new Forester helps you do more

while using less. And thanks to its

Lineartronic®CVT, you’ll get optimal

MPG at every speed from its efﬁcient

SUBARU BOXER®engine.

Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive still

helps you do it all with control and

conﬁdence and now the available

X-MODE™featuring Hill Descent Control

helps you more easily navigate the steep,

the bad and the slippery.

With a roomier cabin and more cargo

space, there’s a lot to spread out in, while

the all-new interior with richer materials,

upgraded tech and reclining rear seats2

make it more comfortable to ride in. Plus,

there’s an available power rear gate to give

you hands-free access to it all.

Protection

Versatile

An IIHS Top Safety Pick seven years running

(2007–2013),3 the all-new Forester now

features our latest safety technology, the

available EyeSight®driver-assist system,

and a driver’s side knee airbag, bringing the

total to seven standard airbags.

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Scan this page to watch the all-new Forester in action.

Forester 2.5i Limited in Marine Blue Pearl with accessory equipment.

The Subaru Forester.

Motor Trend’s 2014 Sport/Utility of the Year®

Forester 2.5i Touring with Platinum Leather.

Well planned.

Well connected.

All-new Interior

There’s a lot to enjoy in the all-new Forester.

Materials are richer, the cabin is roomier and the

available larger panoramic moonroof gives everyone

a wide-open feeling with a bigger piece of the sky.

Technology has been upgraded, too. At 4.3 inches,

the available full-color, multifunction display is larger

and gives you more info such as vehicle settings,

Rear-Vision Camera and the available EyeSight®

driver-assist system.

There’s also an available touchscreen navigation

system to help you ﬁnd your way. It includes the

Aha™connected service via the Subaru STARLINK™

system with seamless access to web content such

as podcasts, internet radio, audiobooks and

personalized restaurant and hotel searches.

Not Dimmed

Well planned.

Well connected.

New Auto-dimming Mirrors with Approach Light

Make it easier—and safer—to come and go with the new accessory Exterior

Auto-dimming Mirrors with Approach Light1

When the doors are opened or unlocked with the key fob, L.E.D. lights on the

side-view mirrors will help light the way, casting light on all four doors and the

ground near the vehicle.

They can also help reduce headlight glare in trafﬁc. When the Interior Auto-dimming

Rearview Mirror detects excessive light from the rear of the vehicle, the side-view

mirrors automatically dim, helping to keep the light out of your eyes. The brighter the

light, the dimmer the mirrors and the better you’ll be able to see.

1 Exterior Auto-dimming Mirrors with Approach Light are accessory equipment. Requires Interior Auto-dimming Rearview Mirror accessory.

Forester 2.5i Touring with Platinum Leather.

Dimmed

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More room

and a lot more possibilities.

Scan this page to see how wide open things feel with the larger panoramic moonroof.

Forester 2.5i Touring with Platinum Leather.

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There’s more to Forester

than meets the eye.

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Scan this page to watch how EyeSight®works in the real world.

A driver ahead unexpectedly hits the brakes

or cuts you off. EyeSight®1 warns you, applies

brakes to help avoid, and at lower speeds can

even help you stop your Subaru.

You accidentally drift to the edge of your lane and

begin to cross into another. EyeSight®watches

for lane markers and chimes to warn you before

you leave yours.

Pre-Collision Braking Lane Departure and Sway Warning

Forester 2.5i Touring in Marine Blue Pearl with optional equipment.

1 EyeSight is a driver-assist system which may not operate optimally under all driving conditions. The driver is always responsible for safe and attentive driving. System effectiveness depends on many factors

such as vehicle maintenance, weather and road conditions. See Owner’s Manual for complete details on system operations and limitations.

Trafﬁc doesn’t always ﬂow, so EyeSight®doesn’t

only keep a set speed. The system looks ahead

and helps automatically adjust to keep your

distance, even in stop and go highway traffic.

Adaptive Cruise Control

You put the car in Drive instead of Reverse.

EyeSight®cuts power when it sees an object in

your path to help you avoid accelerating into it.

Pre-Collision Throttle Management

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Forester 2.0XT Touring in Ice Silver Metallic with optional equipment.

Utility with just the right amount of sport, the Forester 2.0XT features

a new turbocharged, direct-injected SUBARU BOXER®engine with

250 hp, achieving up to 28 highway MPG.

1This smaller, yet more

advanced engine is mated with a high-torque Lineartronic®CVT to

help ensure peak MPG, while keeping things fun behind the wheel.

Pumping out that extra rush how you want it, are paddle shifters with

6- and 8-speed manual modes,

2and Subaru Intelligent Drive

(SI-DRIVE) that includes three distinctive performance modes for

custom performance at the push of a button. On the outside, its

more aggressive looks and larger 18-inch wheels reveal the ﬁercer

side of the Forester 2.0XT.

Forester 2.0XT

A turbocharged

taskmaster.

1 EPA estimated fuel economy for 2014 Forester 2.0XT at 28 highway MPG. Actual mileage may vary.

2 8-speed manual mode with SI-DRIVE Sport Sharp (S#) setting.

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Passenger Protection

Exceptional Control

All-new Interior

Increased Capability Efﬁcient and Clean

Do what you love

and do it with ease.

1EyeSight is a driver-assist system which may not operate optimally under all driving conditions. The driver is always responsible for safe and attentive driving. System effectiveness depends

on many factors such as vehicle maintenance, weather and road conditions. See Owner’s Manual for complete details on system operations and limitations. 2Always wear seatbelts. Children

should be properly restrained in the rear seat. 3Ratings based on Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS’s) 40-mile-per-hour moderate overlap frontal crash test, 31-mile-per-hour side-

impact test, 20-mile-per-hour rear-impact test, and roof-strength test. For more information, contact IIHS or visit their website at www.iihs.org. 4X-MODE™operates only at speeds of less

than 25 mph. 5Availability varies by model and trim level. 6EPA estimated fuel economy for 2014 Forester 2.5i CVT at 32 highway MPG. Actual mileage may vary. 72014 Subaru Forester

2.5L models achieving a Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (PZEV) rating by the California Air Resources Board are available in all 50 states. Only those registered in California, Connecticut, Maine,

Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island and Vermont will be eligible for the 15 years/150,000 mile emission warranty. Delaware, Oregon, Pennsylvania and Washington

vehicles are not covered under PZEV emissions control warranty. See your warranty maintenance booklet for additional information. Forester 2.5i Limited in Marine Blue Pearl.

Offering more protection than ever, the

new Forester now includes the available

EyeSight®driver-assist system,

1a driver’s

side knee airbag2and the same safety

engineering that has made it an IIHS

Top Safety Pick seven years running

(2007–2013).

A roomier rear seat and larger cargo area,

now up to 74.7 cu. ft., give you more space

to work with, while richer materials and a

sophisticated design with upgraded tech

give you much to enjoy.

The balance of the SUBARU BOXER®

engine with the grip of Subaru Symmetrical

AWD gives you the power to help avoid

danger. That poise is combined with VDC

electronic stability control, which can

intervene to help you stay in control.

You’ll get better MPG since the new

Forester now achieves up to 32 highway

MPG,

6 and you’ll also leave less behind

since every non-turbo Forester is Partial

Zero Emission Vehicle (PZEV)-rated,

meaning it’s one of the cleanest crossovers

on the road.

Rewarding Technology5

Featuring Subaru Symmetrical AWD with

available X-MODE,

™

including Hill Descent

Control, the new Forester is still exceptionally

balanced and controlled, and now it’s even

better at handling steep inclines and rough

or slippery roads. With a push of the button,

X-MODE™expertly manages the power going

to all four wheels to deliver total control in

almost any condition.

A full-color, multifunction display is now

larger at 4.3" and delivers access to vehicle

info, settings, rear-view camera and more.

There’s also a 440-watt premium audio

system with 8 Harman Kardon speakers and

HD Radio™to keep you entertained. The

touchscreen navigation system includes the

Aha™connected service via the Subaru

STARLINK™system with seamless access to

web content such as podcasts, internet radio,

audiobooks and personalized restaurant and

hotel searches.

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2014 Forester | Trim Levels

2.5i Touring

Includes 2.5i Limited key features and adds:

• Body-color side mirrors with integrated

turn signals

• High-resolution 6.1-inch touch-screen voice-

activated GPS navigation system and integrated

audio system with 8 Harman Kardon speakers,

Subaru STARLINK™system with Aha™

infotainment smartphone integration, HD Radio™

with iTunes®tagging capability, USB port/iPod®

control, SiriusXM™Satellite Radio5and

NavTrafﬁc,

®5 SMS text messaging capability,

Bluetooth®audio streaming and hands-free

phone connectivity, and 3.5-mm auxiliary jack

• Analog gauges with LCD display and

electroluminescent lighting

• Dual-zone automatic climate control system

• One-touch folding rear seatbacks

2.0XT Premium

• 250-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder

SUBARU BOXER®engine

• Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive X-MODE™

with Hill Descent Control (HDC)

• Lineartronic®CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission)

with manual-mode paddle shifters

• Sport-tuned suspension

• SI-DRIVE

• 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels

• Panoramic moonroof

• Raised roof rails: black ﬁnish

• Cloth upholstery

• 10-way power adjustable driver’s seat. 4-way manually

adjustable front-passenger’s seat.

• Reclining rear seatbacks

• Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter handle

• 6-speaker single-CD audio system with HD Radio™

Bluetooth®connectivity and USB port/iPod®control

• Manually adjustable CFC-free air conditioning system

with air ﬁltration

• Analog gauges with LCD display

• Enhanced color multifunction display

• Rear-Vision Camera

• Driver’s auto up/down power window

2.0XT Touring

Includes 2.0XT Premium key features and adds:

• Fog lights

• Body-color side mirrors with integrated turn signals

• Leather-trimmed upholstery

• High-resolution 6.1-inch touch-screen voice-activated

GPS navigation system and integrated audio system

with 8 Harman Kardon speakers, Subaru STARLINK™

system with Aha™infotainment smartphone

integration, HD Radio™with iTunes®tagging capability,

USB port/iPod®control, SiriusXM™Satellite Radio5

and NavTrafﬁc,®5 SMS text messaging capability,

Bluetooth®audio streaming and hands-free phone

connectivity, and 3.5-mm auxiliary jack

• Analog gauges with LCD display and

electroluminescent lighting

• Dual-zone automatic climate control system

• One-touch folding rear seatbacks

• Power rear gate with automatic close

and height memory

• All-Weather Package

2.5i

• 170-hp 2.5-liter 4-cylinder SUBARU

BOXER®engine

• Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive

• 6-speed manual transmission or optional

Lineartronic®CVT

• 17-inch styled steel wheels

• Cloth upholstery

• 6-way manually adjustable driver’s

seat. 4-way manually adjustable front-

passenger’s seat.

• 4-speaker single-CD audio system

with Bluetooth®connectivity and USB

port/iPod®control

• Manually adjustable CFC-free air

conditioning system with air ﬁltration

• Analog gauges with LCD display

• 7 airbags

2.5i Premium

Includes 2.5i key features and adds:

• 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels

• Panoramic moonroof3

• Raised roof rails: black ﬁnish

• 10-way power adjustable driver’s seat.

4-way manually adjustable front-

passenger’s seat.

• Reclining rear seatbacks

• 6-speaker single-CD audio system with HD

Radio™

, Bluetooth®connectivity and USB

port/iPod®control

• Enhanced color multifunction display

• Rear-Vision Camera

• Driver’s auto up/down power window

• All-Weather Package4

• Privacy glass

2.5i Limited

Includes 2.5i Premium key features and adds:

• Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive

X-MODE™with Hill Descent Control (HDC)

• Lineartronic®CVT (Continuously Variable

Transmission)

• Fog lights

• Rear spoiler

• Auto-on/off headlights

• Leather-trimmed upholstery

• Automatic climate control system

• Leather-wrapped steering wheel and

shifter handle

• Removable cargo-area tray

• Power rear gate with automatic close and

height memory

“… the new model holds true to everything

that the Forester already is, only with a lot

more sophistication.”

— thecarconnection.com, November 2012

“Subaru has racked up more endorsements by

independent arbiters of automotive quality and

safety than just about any other manufacturer.”1

— FORTUNE Magazine, December 3, 2012 “Most advanced active safety system in its class.”2

— R.L. Polk & Co.

“The 2014 Subaru Forester is more powerful,

fuel-efﬁcient and capable than ever.”

— AutoTrader.com, November 2012

not afﬁliated with, and do not endorse products or services of Subaru. 2 Based on available non-government mandated active

safety features as described on manufacturers’ websites January 2013 compared to other vehicles within Polk’s Compact CUV

segment. 3 Available with Lineartronic®CVT only. 4 Standard with manual transmission. Optional with Lineartronic®CVT.

5 Activation and required monthly subscription sold separately. Includes 4-month trial subscription. See your dealer.

Forester 2.5i Touring in Ice Silver Metallic.

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2014 Forester | 2014 Forester | SpeciﬁcationsSpeciﬁcations

Engine and Drivetrain 2.5i 2.0XT

Engine Power | Torque 2.5-liter DOHC aluminum-alloy 16-valve horizontally opposed

SUBARU BOXER®engine with Active Valve Control System.

170 hp @ 5,800 rpm | 174 lb-ft @ 4,100 rpm

2.0-liter DOHC intercooled, turbocharged aluminum-alloy 16-valve

4-cylinder horizontally opposed SUBARU BOXER®engine with Dual Active

Valve Control System.

250 hp @ 5,600 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 2,000-4,800 rpm

SI-DRIVE performance

management system

Subaru Intelligent Drive (SI-DRIVE) enables three distinctively different

modes of vehicle performance characteristics by regulating the engine

control unit (ECU), the transmission control unit (TCU) and by ﬁne-tuning

the electronically controlled throttle.

Manual Transmission Fully synchronized 6-speed manual with Incline Start Assist.

2.5i and 2.5i Premium: Standard.

2.5i Limited, 2.5i Touring, 2.0XT Premium and 2.0XT Touring:

Not available.

Automatic Transmission Lineartronic®CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) with Incline Start

Assist and manual mode for 2.0XT models.

2.5i and 2.5i Premium: Optional. 2.5i Limited, 2.5i Touring,

2.0XT Premium and 2.0XT Touring: Standard.

CA Emissions PZEV1LEV2

Maximum towing

capacity

1,500 lbs

Traction and Stability

All-Wheel Drive type Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive

X-MODE™X-MODE™optimizes engine output and transmission ratio position,

increases all-wheel drive system engagement and uses enhanced control

of the VDC system to reduce individual wheelspin, providing optimal

traction at low speeds on low friction surfaces.

2.5i and 2.5i Premium: Not available.

2.5i Limited, 2.5i Touring, 2.0XT Premium and 2.0XT Touring: Standard.

Hill Descent Control

(HDC)

X-MODE™also incorporates Hill Descent Control that helps to maintain a

constant vehicle speed when traveling downhill, enhancing vehicle control.

2.5i and 2.5i Premium: Not available.

2.5i Limited, 2.5i Touring, 2.0XT Premium and 2.0XT Touring: Standard.

Vehicle Dynamics

Control (VDC)

Standard VDC electronic stability control utilizes sensors which constantly

monitor wheel speeds, steering angle, brake pressure, vehicle yaw rate and

lateral g-forces. If VDC detects a difference between the driver’s intended

path and the one the vehicle is actually taking, VDC applies braking power

and/or reduces engine torque to help correct vehicle path.

Traction Control System

(TCS)

VDC also incorporates an all-wheel, all-speed traction control system which

senses a loss of traction and applies braking force to the slipping wheel or

wheels as necessary to maintain vehicle motion.

Fuel 2.5i 2.0XT

Fuel Economy city/highway/combined2Manual: 22/29/24 mpg

Automatic: 24/32/27 mpg

23/28/25 mpg

Fuel Requirement Unleaded gasoline

(87 octane)

Premium unleaded

gasoline recommended

(91 octane. 93 octane for

maximum performance.)

Chassis

Steering Electric power-assisted quick ratio rack-and-pinion. Turning circle: 34.8 feet

Suspension 4-wheel independent.

Front: Strut-type with lower L-arm. Stabilizer bar.

Rear: Double wishbone. Stabilizer bar.

2.0XT Premium and 2.0XT Touring: Sport-tuned.

Brakes 4-wheel disc. 4-channel, 4-sensor ABS with Electronic Brake-force

Distribution (EBD).

2.5i: Ventilated front.

2.0XT: Ventilated front and rear.

Brake Discs (front/rear) 2.5i, 2.5i Premium, 2.5i Limited and 2.5i Touring: 11.6 inches/10.8 inches.

2.0XT Premium and 2.0XT Touring: 12.4 inches/10.9 inches.

Brake Assist When emergency braking is detected by how quickly the brake pedal is

pressed, maximum brake pressure is immediately applied.

Brake Override System If both brake and accelerator pedals are pressed simultaneously, the

system reduces the operation of the accelerator pedal to help prevent

unintentional vehicle acceleration.

Wheels and Tires

Wheels 2.5i: 17 x 7.0-inch steel

2.5i Premium, 2.5i Limited and 2.5i Touring: 17 x 7.0-inch

5-spoke aluminum alloy

18 x 7.0-inch 5-spoke aluminum alloy. Dark gray with machine ﬁnish.

Tires 225/60 R17 98H All-season

225/55 R18 97H All-season

Spare Tire Temporary use T145/80 D17

Standard

Optional

Not equipped

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2.5i

Premium

2.5i

Limited

2.5i

Touring

2.0XT

Premium

2.0XT

Touring

2.5i

Premium

2.5i

Limited

2.5i

Touring

2.0XT

Premium

2.0XT

Touring

2014 Forester | Equipment 2014 Forester | Equipment

Climate Control

Manually adjustable CFC-free air conditioning system with air ﬁltration

Automatic climate control system with air ﬁltration

Dual-zone automatic climate control system with air ﬁltration

Security

Keyless entry system with answer-back electronic chirp

Antitheft security system with engine immobilizer

Safety

ACTIVE

Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (AWD)

Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC)

4-wheel antilock braking system (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)

Brake Assist

Brake Override System

Daytime Running Lights (DRL)

EyeSight®Driver-Assist System5,8

PASSIVE

Driver’s and front-passenger’s front airbags (SRS)9

Subaru advanced frontal airbag system9

Seat-mounted front side-impact airbags (SRS)9

Side-curtain airbags protecting front and rear outboard occupants (SRS)9

Rollover sensor (SRS)9

Driver’s side knee airbag (SRS)9

Whiplash-protection front seats

Height-adjustable front-seat head restraints

Height-adjustable 3-point front seatbelts with pretensioners and force limiters

3-point seatbelts at all rear seating positions

Rear child-safety door locks

LATCH system: Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children

Optional Equipment

EyeSight®Driver-Assist System5,8: Pre-Collision Braking System, Pre-Collision Throttle

Management, Lane Departure and Sway Warning, Adaptive Cruise Control

Keyless Access & Start5

High-intensity discharge (HID) low-beam and multireﬂector halogen high-beam headlights5

High-resolution 6.1-inch touch-screen voice-activated GPS navigation system

and integrated audio system with 6 speakers, Subaru STARLINK™system with Aha™

infotainment smartphone integration,

6HD Radio™with iTunes®tagging capability, USB port/

iPod®control, SiriusXM™Satellite Radio,

7and NavTrafﬁc,

®7 SMS text messaging capability,

Bluetooth®audio streaming and hands-free phone connectivity, and 3.5-mm auxiliary jack

All-Weather Package: Windshield wiper de-icer, heated side mirrors and heated front seats 4

Lineartronic®CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission)

Not equipped

Standard

Optional

Available dealer-installed accessory

Exterior

High-intensity discharge (HID) low-beam and multireﬂector halogen high-beam headlights

Fog lights

Rear spoiler

Black side mirrors

Body-color side mirrors

Body-color side mirrors with integrated turn signals

Panoramic moonroof (99% UV light reducing)

Windshield wiper de-icer and heated side mirrors (All-Weather Package)

Raised roof rails: black ﬁnish

Seating and Trim

6-way manually adjustable driver’s seat. 4-way manually adjustable front-passenger’s seat.

10-way power adjustable driver’s seat with power adjustable lumbar support. 4-way

manually adjustable front-passenger’s seat.

Heated front seats (All-Weather Package) 4

Reclining rear seats

60/40-split ﬂat-folding rear seatbacks

One-touch folding rear seatbacks

Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter handle

Cloth upholstery

Leather-trimmed upholstery

Instrumentation

Analog gauges with LCD display

Analog gauges with LCD display and electroluminescent lighting

Multifunction display with driving range, average fuel economy, clock and ambient

temperature

Enhanced color multifunction display for driving range, average fuel economy, clock,

ambient temperature, climate control and other vehicle functions

Convenience

Keyless Access & Start5

Rear-Vision Camera

Auto-on/off headlights

Power rear gate with automatic close and height memory

Driver’s auto up/down power window

3-spoke steering wheel with audio system, cruise control and Bluetooth®buttons

Leather-wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel with audio system, Bluetooth,

®SI-DRIVE

buttons (2.0XT only), and cruise control (or if equipped, EyeSight®system adaptive

cruise control) buttons

Lineartronic®CVT transmission paddle shifters

Manually adjustable tilt/telescoping steering column

8 cup holders

Center console with detachable storage tray

Rear center armrest

Cargo-area with 2 grocery bag hooks and 4 tiedown hooks

Cargo-area underﬂoor storage

Removable cargo-area tray

Audio and Navigation Systems

Single-CD audio system with 4 speakers, USB port/iPod®control, Bluetooth®audio

streaming and hands-free phone connectivity, and 3.5-mm auxiliary jack

Single-CD audio system with 6 speakers, HD Radio™

, USB port/iPod®control, Bluetooth®

audio streaming and hands-free phone connectivity, and 3.5-mm auxiliary jack

High-resolution 6.1-inch touch-screen voice-activated GPS navigation system and integrated

audio system with 8 Harman Kardon speakers, Subaru STARLINK™system with Aha™

infotainment smartphone integration,

6HD Radio™with iTunes®tagging capability, USB port/

iPod® control, SiriusXM™Satellite Radio7and NavTrafﬁc,®7 SMS text messaging capability,

Bluetooth®audio streaming and hands-free phone connectivity, and 3.5-mm auxiliary jack

1 2014 Subaru Forester 2.5L models achieving a Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (PZEV) rating by the California Air Resources Board are available in all 50 states. Only those registered in California, Connecticut,

Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island and Vermont will be eligible for the 15 years/150,000 mile emission warranty. Delaware, Oregon, Pennsylvania and Washington vehicles are

not covered under PZEV emissions control warranty. See your warranty maintenance booklet for additional information. 2 2014 EPA fuel economy estimates. Actual mileage may vary. 3 Not available with manual

transmision. 4 Standard with manual transmission. Optional with Lineartronic®CVT. 5 EyeSight®Driver-Assist System, Keyless Access & Start and HID headlights may only be ordered in combination with each

other. 6 Compatible smartphone and free Aha app required. Data provided by smartphone is displayed on navigation screen. Some state laws prohibit the operation of handheld electronic devices while operating

a vehicle. Smartphone apps should only be launched when vehicle is safely parked. Aha is a trademark of HARMAN International Industries, Inc. Your wireless carrier’s rates may apply. 7 Activation and required

monthly subscription sold separately. Includes 4-month trial subscription. See your dealer. 8 EyeSight not available with Crystal Black Silica exterior color. EyeSight is a driver-assist system which may not operate

optimally under all driving conditions. The driver is always responsible for safe and attentive driving. System effectiveness depends on many factors such as vehicle maintenance, weather and road conditions. See

Owner’s Manual for complete details on system operations and limitations. The Pre-Collision Braking System is designed to provide automatic braking that either prevents a collision or reduces the severity of a

frontal impact. The Pre-Collision Throttle Management System is designed to reduce acceleration and minimize the severity of certain frontal impact. Adaptive Cruise Control is designed to assist the driver and is not

a substitute for safe and attentive driving. The Lane Departure and Sway Warning operates only when the lane markings are visible and its effectiveness depends on many factors. See Owner’s Manual for complete

details on system operations and limitations. 9 The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) (airbags) affords the driver and the front and rear outboard passengers additional protection in moderate to severe frontal

and side-impact collisions. This system provides supplemental protection only, and seatbelts must be worn in order to avoid injuries to out-of-position occupants upon airbag deployment and to provide the best

combined protection in a serious accident. Children should always be properly restrained in the rear seat. 10 Requires optional All-Weather Package.

| 2014 Forester

2014 Forester | Accessories

Heavy-duty Roof Cargo Basket. Mounts to

vehicles with standard roof rails and is compatible

with most genuine Subaru roof carriers for bikes,

kayaks, skis and cargo carriers. Not applicable to

vehicles with Fixed Cross Bar Set.

Aero cross bars shown with heavy-duty roof cargo basket.

Wheel Arch Moldings. Black textured

moldings help protect the wheel arch areas,

while adding a rugged yet classy look.

Installation of wheel arch moldings also

requires accessory splash guards.

Available later in 2013.

Body Side Moldings. Color-matched moldings

help protect vehicle doors from parking lot

dings, while attractively blending with the lines

of the car.

Trailer Hitch. Rated at 176 lbs tongue weight

with 1,500 lbs of towing capacity. Engineered

to the same rigorous standards as the rest of

the Forester.

Hitch Ball not included. Trailer brakes may be needed.

Fog Light Kit. Casts a low and wide beam of

light to enhance vision in inclement weather.

Side Window Deﬂectors. Let the fresh air

in while helping to keep the weather out.

Black acrylic plastic construction is designed

speciﬁcally for an exact ﬁt.

May not be legal in all states. Please check your state laws.

Splash Guards. Helps protect the vehicle’s

paint ﬁnish from stones and road grime.

Remote Engine Starter.Allows vehicle to

be started by pushing a button from the

convenience of home or ofﬁce (up to 400 feet

away depending on obstructions) so that the

vehicle interior is more comfortable upon entry.

The start/stop button blinks to conﬁrm the

engine has started.

A/T only.

Cargo Tray. Tough, durable tray helps

protect cargo area. Can be easily removed

and rinsed clean.

Moonroof Air Deﬂector. Helps reduce wind

noise and sun glare when moonroof is open.

Cannot be used in conjunction with the Extended Roof

Cargo Carrier.

Rear Bumper Cover. Helps protect the upper

surface of painted rear bumper from scratches

and dings.

Remote Engine Starter—Smart Engine Start.

Allows the vehicle to be started at the push of

a button from outside the vehicle. Preset the

heating or air conditioning controls to help bring

the interior temperature to a more comfortable

level prior to entry. Smart Engine Start works

in conjunction with the Keyless Access & Start

system. Operating distance is up to 75 feet

depending on vehicle obstructions.

A/T only.

2014 Forester | Owner Beneﬁts

Warranties

New Car Limited Warranty

3 years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes ﬁrst.

Powertrain Limited Warranty

5 years or 60,000 miles, whichever comes ﬁrst.

Wear Item Limited Warranty

3 years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes ﬁrst.

Repairs to the following items will also be covered under Wear Item Limited Warranty:

• Brake Pads

• Wiper Blades

• Clutch Linings

• Transmitter Batteries

Rust Perforation Limited Warranty

5 years, unlimited mileage.

True commitment shows through. For Subaru owners, it shows in kayak scuffs and snowboard scratches. It can take

the form of dog hair that just won’t come out, fresh coats of dust, or extra coats of wax. For many, the Subaru Badge of

Ownership lets them show their commitment to the life they live and the conﬁdence that has inspired them to fully embrace

it. Owners can order badges online for free, stick them on their car, and let everyone know how they experience the world.

Which one would you get?

Subaru Badge of Ownership

Once you’re part of our family, we’ll be there for you. Every Subaru comes with 24-hour roadside assistance for 3 years or

36,000 miles. If you have trouble on the road, a tow to the nearest Subaru dealership and other services are just a phone

call away. And to protect you over the long haul, we offer Added Security®—extended service agreements and maintenance

plans that will help protect your car for up to 7 years or 100,000 miles. They’re the only mechanical and maintenance plans

backed by Subaru, and because we’ve been backing them for more than 30 years, they’re agreements you can trust. Your

dealer has full coverage details.

Protecting Your Investment

2014 Forester | 2014 Forester |

2.5i

Premium

2.5i

Limited

2.5i

Touring

2.0XT

Premium

2.0XT

Touring

ColorsDimensions

Paint

Upholstery

Color Combinations

Crystal Black SilicaVenetian Red Pearl

Ice Silver MetallicSatin White Pearl

Dark Gray MetallicMarine Blue Pearl

Black Cloth (BC)

Platinum Leather (PL)

Platinum Cloth (PC) Black Cloth with

Sport Bolsters (BCSB)

Black Leather (BL)

Satin White Pearl

Ice Silver Metallic

Burnished Bronze Metallic

Jasmine Green Metallic

Marine Blue Pearl

Venetian Red Pearl

Dark Gray Metallic

Crystal Black Silica8

— Not available

BC or PC

BL or PL

BCSB

—

BCSB

—

Burnished Bronze Metallic Jasmine Green Metallic

Headroom (front/rear)

Legroom (front/rear)

Shoulder room (front/rear)

Hip room (front/rear)

Passenger volume

Cargo volume

Maximum cargo volume

40.0 inches/37.5 inches (without moonroof: 41.4 inches/39.8 inches)

43.0 inches/38.0 inches

57.0 inches/56.5 inches

53.9 inches/53.0 inches

103.3 cubic feet (without moonroof: 108.3 cubic feet)

31.5 cubic feet (without moonroof: 34.4 cubic feet)

68.5 cubic feet with rear seat lowered (without moonroof: 74.7 cubic feet)

Length/Width/Height

Wheelbase

Track (front/rear)

Base curb weight

(manual/automatic)

180.9 inches/70.7 inches (80.0 inches/80.5 inches1with side mirrors)/68.2 inches with roof rails (66.4 inches without roof rails)

103.9 inches

60.9 inches/61.1 inches

2.5i: 3,296 lbs/3,366 lbs

2.5i Premium: 3,285 lbs/3,391 lbs

2.5i Limited: N/A/3,419 lbs

2.5i Touring: N/A/3,433 lbs

2.0XT Premium: N/A/3,624 lbs

2.0XT Touring: N/A/3,651 lbs

1 With integrated turn signals.

Love. It’s what makes a Subaru, a Subaru.

Responsible. Reliable.

Ready to join the family.

At Subaru, we’re committed to building a lasting, rewarding relationship with you and the world we share.

We start by building our vehicles to last—it’s why 96% of all the vehicles we’ve built in the last 12 years

are still on the road today.

1We also share your desire for a cleaner, greener world. Every 2014 non-turbo

Forester and Impreza, XV Crosstrek and select Outback and Legacy models achieve Partial Zero Emission

Vehicle—PZEV2—status, because of their exceptionally low emissions. What’s more, in 2004 Subaru of

Indiana Automotive, Inc., (SIA) became the first manufacturing facility in the U.S. to reach zero-landfill

status—nothing from its manufacturing efforts ever goes into a landfill.

1 Based on Polk U.S. Vehicles in Operation registration information for MY 2001–2013 as of January 2013. 2 2014 Subaru Forester 2.5L models achieving a Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (PZEV) rating by the

California Air Resources Board are available in all 50 states. Only those registered in California, Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island and Vermont will be eligible

for the 15 years/150,000 mile emission warranty. Delaware, Oregon, Pennsylvania and Washington vehicles are not covered under PZEV emissions control warranty. See your warranty maintenance booklet for

additional information.

Some images shown are for illustration purposes only. Specifications in this brochure are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. For the most up-to-date and detailed product

information, log on to www.subaru.com. Some equipment shown in photography in this brochure is optional at extra cost. Specific options may be available only in combination with other options. Specific

combinations of equipment or features may vary from time to time and by geographic area. Certain accessories and equipment may not be available at the time of publication. Subaru of America, Inc., reserves the

right to change or discontinue at any time, without notice, prices, colors, materials, equipment, accessories, specifications, models and packages without incurring any obligation to make the same or similar changes

on vehicles previously sold. Colors shown may vary due to reproduction and printing processes.

This brochure was prepared by Subaru of America, Inc. A warranty from Subaru of America, Inc., is available only on cars sold to the first retail purchaser through an authorized Subaru dealer in the continental U.S. or

Alaska. Every owner of the car during the warranty period shall be entitled to the benefit of these warranties. Subaru, SUBARU BOXER, Lineartronic, Added Security and Forester are registered trademarks. Confidence

in Motion, X-MODE and Starlink are trademarks of Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd. EyeSight is a registered trademark of Fuji Heavy Industries, Ltd. Harman Kardon is a trademark of Harman International Industries, Inc.

Aha is a trademark of Harman International Industries, Inc. Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. HD Radio is a trademark of iBiquity Digital Corporation. HomeLink is a registered trademark of

Prince Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of Johnson Controls. Apple, iPod and iTunes are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. Google Play and Android are trademarks

of Google Inc. SiriusXM and NavTraffic are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc. For more information, contact your Subaru dealer or log on to www.subaru.com.

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