Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2000FORESTER L, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISGENERAL INFORMATIONRESTRAINTSAIR BAG DEACTIVATION PROCEDURESJAGUARSYSTEM OPERATION CHECK
2000 Subaru Forester L, Automatic
System Operation Check
2000 Subaru Forester L, AutomaticSECTION System Operation Check
- To check air bag system, turn ignition switch from OFF to RUN position (engine off). If AIR BAG warning light illuminates for approximately 6 seconds, and then goes out, air bag system is functioning properly and no fault codes exist.
- If a fault is detected in air bag system during initial system check, AIR BAG warning light will either fail to light, stay on continuously, or flash. If AIR BAG warning light flashes, indicating a fault in system, diagnose and repair as necessary.
- If a system fault exists and AIR BAG warning light fails to light, an audible tone will be heard, indicating AIR BAG warning light is out and service is required. The tone is a chime which sounds 5 sets of 5 beeps.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.