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Page 1 Owner’s Manual 2018 Love. It’s what makes a Subaru, a Subaru.
Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Adjusting and operating features such as door locks, Before driving mirrors, and steering column. When driving Driving, stopping and safe-driving information. Interior fea- Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in- tures terior features for a comfortable driving experience. Maintenance Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it- and care...
Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Index 1-6. Security system Before driving Engine immobilizer system ........ 82 Theft prevention labels 1-1. Key information (U.S.A.)....... 86 Keys ........22 Alarm ........87 1-2. Opening, closing and 1-7. Safety information locking the doors and Correct driving posture ..91 trunk lid SRS airbag Keyless access with push...
Page 5 2-2. Instrument cluster Interior features Gauges and meters .... 199 Indicators and warning lights ......... 203 3-1. Using the Multi-information display air conditioning system (monochrome display) ..210 and defogger Multi-information display Manual air conditioning (color display) ....218 system......286 Automatic air conditioning 2-3.
Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS Index Maintenance and care When trouble arises 4-1. Maintenance and care 5-1. Essential information Cleaning and protecting Hazard warning flashers..418 the vehicle exterior ... 336 If your vehicle needs to Cleaning and protecting be towed ......419 the vehicle interior ....
Page 7 Vehicle specifications 6-1. Specifications Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.).... 492 Fuel information ....505 Tire information ....509 6-2. Customization Customizable features ..522 For owners Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ...... 528 Seatbelt instructions for Canadian owners (in French) ......
Page 8 Pictorial index Exterior Headlights P. 233 Windshield wipers P. 240 Parking lights/daytime running lights P. 233 Engine hood P. 358 Outside rear view mirrors P. 71 Front side marker lights P. 233 Towing eyelet P. 419 Front fog lights P. 239 Turn signal lights P.
Page 9 Stop lights Tail lights/stop lights P. 233 Rear side marker lights P. 233 Rear window defogger P. 302 Fuel filler lid P. 78 Doors P. 43 Trunk lid P. 46 Towing eyelet P. 419 Tires Turn signal lights ●Rotation P. 374 P.
Page 10 Pictorial index Interior Display Audio system , * Head restraints P. 58 Navigation system , * Seatbelts P. 60 SRS curtain airbags SRS front P. 93 Child restraint passenger airbag anchor brackets P. 93 P. 145 Cup holders Power outlet P.
Page 11 Sun visors P. 313 Interior light P. 307 Microphone P. 305 Vanity mirrors P. 314 Anti-glare inside rear view mirror P. 69 Lock levers P. 44 Outside rear view mirror switch P. 71 Power door lock switch P. 44 Power window switches P.
Page 12 Pictorial index Interior Select lever P. 185 Shift lever P. 192 Shift lock release button P. 474 Parking brake lever P. 197 Seat heater switches P. 318 Power outlet P. 316 “TRACK” switch P. 259 Driving pattern selector switch P. 187 Vehicle stability control (VSC)/TRAC off switch P.
Page 13 Pictorial index Instrument panel Gauges and meters P. 199 Multi-information display P. 210, 218 Headlight switch P. 233 Windshield wiper and washer switch P. 240 Turn signal lever P. 195 Fog light switch P. 239 Clock P. 315 Hazard warning flasher switch P.
Page 14 Pictorial index Instrument panel Vehicles with a manual air conditioning system Air conditioning Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers system P. 286 switch /rear window defogger switch P. 302 Vehicles with an automatic air conditioning system Air conditioning Rear window and outside rear system P.
Page 15 Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system) P. 182 Talk switch * Meter control switches P. 219 Paddle shift levers P. 188, 190 Horn P. 198 SRS driver airbag P. 93 Cruise control Type A Type B switch P.
Page 16 Pictorial index Instrument panel Instrument panel light control dial P. 201 Trunk lid opener P. 46...
Page 17: For Your Information
For your information Warranties ■ Warranties for U.S.A. SUBARU vehicles distributed by Subaru of America, Inc. and sold at retail by an authorized SUBARU dealer in the United States come with the following warranties: ● SUBARU Limited Warranties ● Federal Emission Control Systems Warranties ●...
Page 18 A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for SUBARU vehicles are currently available in the market. You should know that SUBARU does not warrant these products and is not responsible for their performance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your SUBARU vehicle.
Page 19 ● Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system ● Cruise control system ● Anti-lock brake system ● SRS airbag system ● Seatbelt pretensioner system Be sure to check with your SUBARU dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation of a mobile two-way radio system.
Page 20: Event Data Recorder
EDR. ● Disclosure of the EDR data SUBARU will not disclose the data recorded in an EDR to a third party except when: • An agreement from the vehicle’s owner (or the lessee for a leased vehicle) is obtained •...
Page 21 Be sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seatbelt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your SUBARU dealer before you scrap your vehicle.
Page 22 This is a warning against something which, if ignored, may cause damage to the vehicle or its equipment. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your SUBARU and its equipment.
Page 23: Before Driving
Before driving 1-1. Key information 1-4. Opening and closing the windows Keys ........22 Power windows ....74 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and 1-5. Refueling trunk lid Opening the fuel tank cap ........78 Keyless access with push button start system ..
Page 24: 1-1. Key Information
1-1. Key information Keys The following keys are provided with the vehicle. Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start sys- Master keys Operating the remote keyless entry system ( P. 38) Valet key Key number plate Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system Access keys •...
Page 25: Trunk Lid
(without a keyless access with push button start system) or mechanical key (with a keyless access with push button start system) is lost, a new key can be made at your SUBARU dealer using the key number plate. ( P. 475) ■...
Page 26 Take your vehicle with all the access keys provided with your vehicle to your SUBARU dealer. ■ When a vehicle key is lost If the key remains lost, the risk of vehicle theft increases significantly. Visit your SUBARU dealer immediately with all remaining access keys that were provided with your vehicle.
Page 27: 1-2. Opening, Closing And Locking The Doors And Trunk Lid
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk lid Keyless access with push button start system The following operations can be performed simply by carrying the access key on your person, for example in your pocket. (The driver should always carry the access key.) Access key Access key Access key...
Page 28 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk lid Unlocking and locking the doors Grip the driver’s door handle to unlock the door. Grip the passen- ger’s door handle to unlock all the doors. Make sure to touch the sensor on the back of the handle.
Page 29 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk lid Antenna location and effective range ■ Antenna location Antennas outside the cabin Antennas inside the cabin Antenna outside the trunk Antenna inside the trunk...
Page 30 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk lid ■ Effective range (areas within which the access key is detected) When locking or unlocking the doors The system can be operated when the access key is within about 1.3 - 2.6 ft. (0.4 - 0.8 m) of either of the outside door handles.
Page 31 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk lid ■ Operation signals A buzzer sounds and the hazard warning flashers flash to indicate that the doors have been locked/unlocked. (Locked: once; Unlocked: twice) ■ When the door cannot be locked by the lock sensor Use your palm to touch the lock sensor.
Page 32 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk lid Alarm Situation Correction procedure Exterior alarm An attempt was made to Close all of the doors sounds once for lock the vehicle while a and lock the doors 5 seconds door was open.
Page 33 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk lid ■ Conditions affecting operation The keyless access with push button start system uses weak radio waves. In the following situations, the communication between the access key and the vehicle may be affected, preventing the keyless access with push button start system, remote keyless entry system and engine immobilizer system from operating properly.
Page 34 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk lid ■ Notes for the “keyless access” entry function ● Even when the access key is within the effective range (detection areas), the system may not operate properly in the following cases: •...
Page 35 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk lid ■ Notes for locking the doors ● Touching the door lock sensor while wearing gloves may delay or prevent lock operation. Remove the gloves and touch the lock sensor again. ●...
Page 36 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk lid ■ When the vehicle is not driven for extended periods ● To prevent theft of the vehicle, do not leave the access key within 6 ft. (2 m) of the vehicle. ●...
Page 37 Starting the engine and changing push-button ignition switch modes: P. 477 ● Stopping the engine: P. 479 ■ Customization that can be configured at SUBARU dealer Settings (e. g. keyless access with push button start system) can be changed. (Customizable features: P. 522)
Page 38 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk lid ■ Certification for keyless access with push button start system For vehicles sold in the U.S.A. FCC ID: HYQ23AAE FCC ID: HYQ14AHC FCC ID: Y8PSSPLF03 NOTE: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 39 Radio waves could have unexpected effects on the operation of such medical devices. Ask your SUBARU dealer for details for disabling the “keyless access” entry function.
Page 40: Remote Keyless Entry System
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk lid Remote keyless entry system The remote keyless entry system can be used to lock and unlock the vehicle. Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start sys- Locks both side doors Check that the door is securely locked.
Page 41 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk lid ■ Operation signals Doors: A buzzer sounds and the hazard warning flashers flash to indicate that the doors have been locked/unlocked. (Locked: once; Unlocked: twice) Trunk lid: A buzzer sounds to indicate that the trunk lid has been unlocked. ■...
Page 42 However, if the interval between the 3 presses is short, the system may not be activated.This setting must be custom- ized at your SUBARU dealer. Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system A buzzer (sounds once) and the hazard warning flashers (flash 3 times) are used to inform the driver of the vehicle’s loca-...
Page 43 The number of keys already registered to the vehicle can be confirmed. Ask your SUBARU dealer for details. ■ Customization that can be configured at your SUBARU dealer Settings (e.g. remote keyless entry system) can be changed. (Customizable features P. 522)
Page 44 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk lid ■ Certification for remote keyless entry system For vehicles sold in the U.S.A. FCC ID: HYQ23AAA FCC ID: HYQ12BBY NOTE: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 45: Doors
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk lid Doors The vehicle can be locked and unlocked using the “keyless access” entry function, remote keyless entry system, key or power door lock switch. ■ “Keyless access” entry function (vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system) P.
Page 46 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk lid ■ Power door lock switch Locks both side doors Unlocks both side doors ■ Lock lever Locks the door Unlocks the door Locking the doors from the outside without a key Move the lock lever to the lock position.
Page 47 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk lid ■ Window open/close function linked to door operation In order to make opening and closing the doors easier, completely closed windows are linked to door operations. Therefore, when a door is opened, its window opens slightly.
Page 48: Trunk Lid
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk lid Trunk lid The trunk lid can be opened using the key, trunk lid opener, “keyless access” entry function or remote keyless entry system. ■ Opening the trunk lid from inside the vehicle Press and hold the opener switch to release the trunk lid.
Page 49 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk lid Canceling the trunk lid opener feature To protect luggage stored in the trunk lid against theft, do the follow- ing: Turn the main switch in the trunk lid off to disable the trunk lid opener.
Page 50 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk lid ■ Trunk light The trunk light turns on when the trunk lid is opened. ■ Function to prevent the trunk lid being locked with the access key inside (vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system) ●...
Page 51 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk lid ■ Which key to the vehicle is to leave with a parking attendant after dis- abling the trunk lid opener main switch P. 23 WARNING ■ Caution while driving ● Keep the trunk lid closed while driving.
Page 52 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk lid WARNING ■ Using the trunk Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may cause parts of the body to be caught, resulting in seri- ous injury. ● Remove any heavy loads, such as snow and ice, from the trunk lid before opening it.
Page 53 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk lid WARNING ● When closing the trunk lid, observe the following precautions: • Take extra care to prevent your fingers etc. from being caught. Except tS models • Do place your hand(s) between the rear spoiler and trunk lid when closing the trunk lid.
Page 54 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk lid CAUTION ■ Trunk lid damper stays The trunk lid is equipped with damper stays that hold the trunk lid in place. Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may cause damage to trunk lid damper stays, resulting in a malfunction.
Page 55: Adjustable Components
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Front seats Seat position adjustment lever Seatback angle adjustment lever Vertical height adjustment lever (driver’s side only) Seatback fold strap Getting in and out of the rear seats To get in and out of the rear seats, use the seatback angle adjust- ment lever or seatback fold strap.
Page 56 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) ■ Getting out of the rear seats Pull the seatback fold strap. The seatback will fold forward. Front passenger seat only: The seat can be slid forward and backward. ■ After getting in or out of the rear seats Return the seatback to the upright position until the seat locks.
Page 57 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) WARNING ● After adjusting the seat, push it slightly to make sure it is securely locked. If the seat is not securely locked, it may move or the seatbelt may not operate properly. ●...
Page 58: Rear Seats
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Rear seats The seatbacks of the rear seats can be folded down. Pull the both left and right seatback lock release straps in the trunk lid to fold down the seatback. To return the seatbacks to its original position, lift it up until it locks.
Page 59 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) WARNING ■ When folding the rear seatbacks down Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury. ● Do not fold the seatbacks down while driving. ● Stop the vehicle on level ground, set the parking brake and shift the select lever to P (automatic transmission) or shift lever to neutral (manual trans- mission).
Page 60: Head Restraints
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Head restraints Head restraints are provided for front seats. Pull the head restraints up. Down Push the head restraint down while pushing the lock release button. Lock release button ■ Removing the head restraints Pull the head restraint up while pressing the lock release button.
Page 61 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) ■ Adjusting the height of the head restraints Make sure that the head restraints are adjusted so that the center of the head restraint is closest to the top of your ears. WARNING ■...
Page 62: Seatbelts
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Seatbelts Make sure that all occupants are wearing their seatbelts before driv- ing the vehicle. ■ Correct use of the seatbelts ● Extend the shoulder belt so that it comes fully over the shoulder, does come into contact with the...
Page 63 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Front seatbelt guide To enable the seatbelt to be eas- ily extended, pass the seatbelt through the guide. When getting in or out of the rear seats, release the seatbelt from the guide. Seatbelt pretensioners (front seats) The pretensioner helps the seat- belt to quickly restrain the occu-...
Page 64 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) ■ Emergency locking retractor (ELR) The retractor will lock the belt during a sudden stop or on impact. It may also lock if you lean forward too quickly. A slow, easy motion will allow the belt to extend so that you can move around fully.
Page 65 SUBARU dealer. When replacing seatbelt retractor assemblies for the front seating positions, use only genuine SUBARU parts equipped with a load limiter. ● If either front seatbelt does not retract or cannot be pulled out due to a malfunction or activation of the pretensioner, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.
Page 66 Each seatbelt should be used by one person only. Do not use a seatbelt for more than one person at once, including children. ● SUBARU recommends that children be seated in the rear seat and always use a seatbelt and/or an appropriate child restraint system. ●...
Page 67 If this occurs and the buckle cannot be unfastened, scissors should be used to cut the belt. ■ Seatbelt pretensioners If the pretensioner has activated, the SRS airbag system warning light will come on. In that case, the seatbelt cannot be used again and must be replaced at your SUBARU dealer.
Page 68 ● Do not attempt to install, remove, modify, disassemble or dispose of the seatbelts. Have any necessary repairs carried out by your SUBARU dealer. Inappropriate handling of the pretensioner may prevent it from operating properly, resulting in death or serious injury.
Page 69: Steering Wheel
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Steering wheel The steering wheel can be adjusted to a comfortable position. Hold the steering wheel and STEP push the lever down. Adjust to the ideal position by STEP moving the steering wheel horizontally and vertically.
Page 70 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) WARNING ■ Caution while driving Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident, resulting in death or serious injury. ■ After adjusting the steering wheel ●...
Page 71: Anti-Glare Inside Rear View Mirror
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Anti-glare inside rear view mirror The rear view mirror’s position can be adjusted to enable sufficient confirmation of the rear view in accordance with the driver's seating posture. Adjusting the height of rear view mirror Adjust the height of the rear view mirror by moving it up and down.
Page 72 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Auto anti-glare inside rear view mirror During nighttime driving, the auto-dimming feature senses distract- ing glare from vehicle headlights behind you and automatically dims to eliminate the glare and preserve your vision. Press the switch to turn the auto-dimming feature on/off.
Page 73: Outside Rear View Mirrors
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Outside rear view mirrors Mirror angle can be adjusted using the switch. Select a mirror to adjust. STEP Left Right Adjust the mirror. STEP Right Down Left...
Page 74 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Folding the mirrors Push the mirror back in the direc- tion of the vehicle’s rear. ■ The mirrors can be adjusted when Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system The engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position. Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system The push-button ignition switch is in “ACC”...
Page 75 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) WARNING ■ When driving the vehicle Observe the following precautions while driving. Failure to do so may result in loss of control of the vehicle and cause an accident, resulting in death or serious injury. ●...
Page 76: 1-4. Opening And Closing The Windows
1-4. Opening and closing the windows Power windows The power windows can be opened and closed using the switches. Operating the switch moves the windows as follows: Closing One-touch closing Opening One-touch opening Pushing the switch in the oppo- site direction will stop window travel partway.
Page 77 1-4. Opening and closing the windows ■ The power windows can be operated when Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system The engine switch is in the “ON” position. Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system The push-button ignition switch is in “ON”...
Page 78 If you push the power window switch to the opening position while the win- dow is moving, start again from the beginning. If the window continues to close but then re-open slightly even after performing the above procedure correctly, we recommend that you have your SUBARU dealer.
Page 79 1-4. Opening and closing the windows WARNING ■ Closing the windows Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury. ● Check to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their body in a position where it could be caught when a window is being operated.
Page 80: Refueling Opening The Fuel Tank Cap
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap: ■ Before refueling the vehicle ● Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start sys- tem: Turn the engine switch off and ensure that all the doors and windows are closed.
Page 81 1-5. Refueling Hang the fuel tank cap on the STEP back of the fuel filler lid. Closing the fuel tank cap After refueling, turn the fuel tank cap until you hear a click. Once the cap is released, it will turn slightly in the opposite direction.
Page 82 1-5. Refueling WARNING ■ Refueling the vehicle Observe the following precautions while refueling the vehicle. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury. ● Do not handle fuel indoors. ● After exiting the vehicle and before opening the fuel door, touch an unpainted metal surface to discharge any static electricity.
Page 83 1-5. Refueling WARNING ■ When refueling Observe the following precautions to prevent fuel overflowing from the fuel tank: ● Securely insert the fuel nozzle into the fuel filler neck ● Stop filling the tank after the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off ●...
Page 84: System
1-6. Security system Engine immobilizer system The vehicle's keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the engine from starting if the key has not been previously registered in the vehicle's on-board computer. Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle. This system is designed to help prevent vehicle theft but does not guarantee absolute security against all vehicle thefts.
Page 85 1-6. Security system Vehicles with keyless access with push button start system The indicator light flashes after the push-button ignition switch has been turned off to indicate that the system is operating. The indicator light stops flash- ing after the push-button igni- tion switch has been turned to “ACC”...
Page 86 1-6. Security system ■ Certification for engine immobilizer system For vehicles sold in the U.S.A. FCC ID: Y8PSSPIMB03 FCC ID: MOZRI-38BFH This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 87 1-6. Security system CAUTION ■ To ensure the system operates correctly Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.
Page 88: Security System
1-6. Security system Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.) These labels are attached to the vehicle to reduce vehicle theft by facilitating the tracing and recovery of parts from sto- len vehicles. Do not remove under penalty of law.
Page 89: Alarm
1-6. Security system Alarm The alarm’s default setting is set to off. To use the alarm, perform the activating the alarm system procedures. The system sounds the alarm and flashes the lights when forcible entry is detected. ■ Triggering of the alarm The alarm is triggered when a locked door or the trunk lid is unlocked or opened in any way other than using the “keyless access”...
Page 90 1-6. Security system ■ Deactivating or stopping the alarm Perform one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarm: ● Unlock the doors using the “keyless access” entry function. ● Unlock the doors using the remote keyless entry system. ●...
Page 91 1-6. Security system ■ System maintenance The vehicle has a maintenance-free type alarm system. ■ Items to check before locking the vehicle To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure of the following. ● Nobody is in the vehicle. ●...
Page 92 If the battery is disconnected before deactivating the alarm system, the alarm may be triggered when the battery is reconnected. ■ Customization that can be configured at your SUBARU dealer Settings (e.g. alarm system) can be changed. (Customizable features P. 522) CAUTION ■...
Page 93: 1-7. Safety Information
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture Drive with a good posture as follows: Sit upright and well back in the seat. ( P. 53) Adjust the position of the seat forward or backward to ensure the pedals can be reached easily depressed to the extent required.
Page 94 1-7. Safety information WARNING ■ While driving ● Do not adjust the position of the driver's seat. Doing so could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. ● Do not place a cushion between the driver or passenger and the seatback. A cushion may prevent correct posture from being achieved, and reduce the effectiveness of the seatbelt and head restraint, increasing the risk of death or serious injury to the driver or passenger.
Page 95: Srs Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
1-7. Safety information SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) The SRS airbags inflate when the vehicle is subjected to certain types of severe impacts that may cause significant injury to the occupants. They work together with the seatbelts to help reduce the risk of death or serious injury.
Page 96 1-7. Safety information Driver’s and front passenger’s frontal airbags Driver’s and front passenger’s side airbags Curtain airbags (for driver, front passenger, and rear passen- gers) These SRS airbags are designed only as a supplement to the pri- mary protection provided by the seatbelt. The system also controls front seatbelt pretensioners.
Page 97 1-7. Safety information WARNING ■ SRS airbag ● Do not sit or lean unnecessarily close to the SRS airbag. Because the SRS airbag deploys with considerable speed - faster than the blink of an eye - and force to protect in high speed collisions, the force of an airbag can injure an occupant whose body is too close to SRS airbag.
Page 98 1-7. Safety information WARNING ■ SRS airbag ● Put children aged 12 and under in the rear seat properly restrained at all times. The SRS airbag deploys with considerable speed and force and can injure or even kill children, especially if they are 12 years of age and under and restrained improperly...
Page 99 1-7. Safety information WARNING ■ SRS airbag ● NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FACING CHILD SEAT IN THE FRONT SEAT. DOING SO RISKS SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD BY PLACING THE CHILD’S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG. ●...
Page 100 1-7. Safety information SRS airbag system components Front sub sensor (right-hand Side airbag module (front side) passenger’s side) SRS airbag system warning Side airbag sensor (center light pillar right-hand side) Frontal airbag module Curtain airbag sensor (rear (driver's side) (two-stage) wheel house right-hand side) Front passenger’s frontal air- Seatbelt pretensioner (front...
Page 101 1-7. Safety information Side airbag sensor (center Airbag control module pillar left-hand side) (including impact sensors and rollover sensors) Side airbag module (driver’s side) Front sub sensor (left-hand side) Door impact sensor (left- hand side) Curtain airbag module (left- hand side) Your vehicle is equipped with ADVANCED AIRBAGS designed based on US motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSS208).
Page 102 1-7. Safety information SUBARU advanced frontal airbag system Your vehicle is equipped with a SUBARU advanced frontal airbag system that complies with the new advanced frontal airbag require- ments in the amended Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 208.
Page 103 The driver’s SRS frontal airbag uses a dual stage inflator. The inflator oper- ates in different ways depending on the severity of impact. Have the system inspected by your SUBARU dealer immediately if the SRS airbag system warning light illuminates.
Page 104 If your vehicle has sustained impact, this may affect the proper function of the SUBARU advanced frontal airbag system. Have your vehicle inspected at your SUBARU dealer. Do not use the front passenger’s seat while driving the vehicle to your SUBARU dealer.
Page 105 NOTE This device complies with Part 18 of the FCC Rules. This device may cause interference. If this device causes interference, consult the nearest SUBARU dealer. Also, for maintenance of the system, consult the nearest SUBARU dealer. ■ Conditions in which front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag is not acti- vated The front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag will not be activated when any of...
Page 106 If the ON indicator still remains illuminated while the OFF indicator turns off after taking relevant corrective actions described above, relocate the child restraint system to the rear seat and immediately contact your SUBARU dealer for an inspection. NOTE When a child who has outgrown a child restraint system or a small adult is seated in the front passenger’s seat, the SUBARU advanced frontal airbag...
Page 107 If the ON indicator still remains illuminated while the OFF indicator turns off despite the fact that the actions noted above have been taken, seat the child/small adult in the rear seat and immediately contact your SUBARU dealer for an inspection. Even if the system has passed the dealer inspec- tion, it is recommended that on subsequent trips the child/small adult always take the rear seat.
Page 108 2 seconds. Now, the ON indicator should illu- minate while the OFF indicator remains off. If the OFF indicator still remains illuminated while the ON indicator remains off, ask the occupant to move to the rear seat and immediately contact your SUBARU dealer for an inspection.
Page 109 Consumer Support Department 560 Suffolk Court, Mississauga, Ontario L5R 4J7 1-800-894-4212 There are currently no SUBARU distributors in any other U.S. territories. If you are in such an area, please contact the SUBARU distributor or dealer from which you bought your vehicle.
Page 110 1-7. Safety information ■ Operation Driver's side SRS AIRBAGs deploy as soon as a collision occurs. After deployment, SRS AIRBAGs start to deflate immediately so that the driver’s vision is not obstructed. Passenger’s side SRS AIRBAGs deploy as soon as a collision occurs.
Page 111 The SRS airbag can function only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. The SUBARU advanced frontal airbag system is designed to determine the activation or deactivation condition of the front passenger’s SRS frontal air- bag depending on the characteristic of the item(s) or person on the front passenger’s seat monitored by the front passenger’s occupant detection...
Page 112 1-7. Safety information The driver’s SRS frontal airbag and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag are designed to deploy in the event of an accident involving a moderate to severe frontal collision. They are not designed to deploy in most lesser fron- tal impacts because the necessary protection can be achieved by the seat- belt alone.
Page 113 1-7. Safety information ■ Examples of the types of accidents in which it is possible that the driver’s/driver’s and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag(s) will deploy Only the driver’s SRS frontal airbag or both driver’s and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbags may be activated when the vehicle sustains a hard impact in the undercarriage area from the road surface (such as when the vehicle plunges into a...
Page 114 1-7. Safety information The vehicle slides under the load bed of a truck. The vehicle sustains an oblique offset frontal impact. The vehicle sustains an offset frontal colli- sion. The vehicle strikes an object that can move or deform, such as a parked vehi- cle.
Page 115 1-7. Safety information ■ Examples of the types of accidents in which the driver’s/driver’s and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag(s) will basically not deploy The driver’s and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbags are designed not to deploy in most cases if the vehicle is struck from the side or from behind, or if it rolls onto its side or roof, or if it is involved in a low- speed frontal collision.
Page 116 1-7. Safety information WARNING ■ If the SRS airbags deploy Do not touch the SRS airbag system components around the steering wheel and dashboard with bare hands right after deployment. Doing so can cause burns because the components can be very hot as a result of deployment. ■...
Page 117 SRS curtain airbags will deploy along with the driver’s and front passenger’s seatbelt pretensioners to help reduce the impact to the occupants’ heads. Your vehicle is equipped with a SUBARU SRS curtain airbag system that complies with Federal Motor Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 226.
Page 118 1-7. Safety information ■ Operation The SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag can function only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. The driver’s and front passenger’s SRS side airbags and SRS curtain air- bags deploy independently of each other since each has its own impact sen- sor.
Page 119 1-7. Safety information After the deployment, the SRS side airbag immediately starts to deflate. The time required from detection of an impact to deflation of an SRS side airbag after deployment is shorter than the blink of an eye. The SRS curtain airbag remains inflated for a while following deployment then slowly deflates.
Page 120 1-7. Safety information ■ Example of the type of accident in which the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag will most likely deploy A severe side impact near the front seat activates the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag. ■...
Page 121 1-7. Safety information ■ Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag are unlikely to deploy There are many types of collisions which might not necessarily require SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag deployment. In the event of accidents like those illustrated, the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag may not deploy depending on the level of accident forces involved.
Page 122 1-7. Safety information The vehicle strikes a telephone pole or similar object. The vehicle is involved in a side-on impact from a motorcycle. ■ Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS side airbag is unlikely to deploy There are many types of collisions which might not necessarily require SRS side airbag deployment.
Page 123 1-7. Safety information ■ Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag will basically not deploy The vehicle is involved in frontal collision with another vehicle (moving or station- ary). The vehicle is struck from behind. The vehicle pitches end over end.
Page 124 1-7. Safety information SRS curtain airbag SRS side airbag Second impact First impact In an accident where the vehicle is struck from the side more than once, the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag deploy only once on the first impact.
Page 125 ■ When to contact your SUBARU dealer In the following cases, the vehicle will require inspection and/or repair. Con- tact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. ● Any of the SRS airbags have been inflated. ●The front of the vehicle is damaged or...
Page 126 1-7. Safety information ● A portion of a door is damaged or deformed, or the vehicle was involved in an accident that was not severe enough to cause the SRS side airbags and curtain airbags to inflate. ● The pad section of the steering wheel or dashboard is scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged.
Page 127 1-7. Safety information WARNING ■ SRS airbag precautions Observe the following precautions regarding the SRS airbags. Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury. ● The driver and all passengers in the vehicle must wear their seatbelts properly. The SRS airbags are supplemental devices to be used with the seatbelts.
Page 128 An infant or child who is too small to use a seatbelt should be properly secured using a child restraint sys- tem. SUBARU strongly recommends that all infants and children be placed in the rear seats of the vehicle and properly restrained. The rear seats are safer for infants and children than the front passenger seat.
Page 129 1-7. Safety information WARNING ■ SRS airbag precautions ●Do not allow anyone to kneel on the passenger seat toward the door or put their head or hands outside the vehicle. ●Do not attach anything to or lean any- thing against areas such as the dash- board or steering wheel pad.
Page 130 If the areas where the SRS airbags are stored, such as the steering wheel pad and front and rear pillar garnishes, are damaged or cracked, have them replaced by your SUBARU dealer. ■ Modification and disposal of SRS airbag system components Do not dispose of your vehicle or perform any of the following modifications without consulting your SUBARU dealer.
Page 131 1-7. Safety information SRS airbag system monitors A diagnostic system continually Vehicles with a monochrome multi- monitors the readiness of the information display SRS airbag system (including front seatbelt pretensioners) while the vehicle is being driven. The SRS airbag system warning light will show normal system operation illuminating...
Page 132 SRS airbag system and/or front passenger occupant detection system. Immediately take your vehicle to your nearest SUBARU dealer to have the system checked. Unless checked and properly repaired, the seatbelt pretensioners, SRS airbag system and/or front passenger occupant detection system will not operate properly in the event of a collision, which may increase the risk of injury.
Page 133: Front Passenger Occupant Detection System
If the seatbelt buckle switch and/or front passenger’s occupant detection system have failed, the SRS airbag system warn- ing light will illuminate. Have the system inspected by your SUBARU dealer immediately if the SRS airbag system warning light illumi- nates.
Page 134 Have the vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer immediately. After that, one of the indicators illuminates depending on the status of the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag determined by the...
Page 135 1-7. Safety information Condition and operation in the front passenger occupant detection system ■ Adult “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF” “AIR BAG indicator lights ON” Indicator/ SRS airbag system warning light warning light Front passenger’s seatbelt reminder light Flashing Front passenger airbag Front side airbag...
Page 136 1-7. Safety information *5, *7 ■ Child “AIR BAG “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF” OFF” or “AIR indicator lights Indicator/ BAG ON” warning light SRS airbag system warning light Off or Front passenger’s seatbelt reminder light *3, *5 flashing Front passenger airbag Off or on...
Page 137 1-7. Safety information : The occupant detection system does not operate during self- checking. : The system judges a person of adult size as an adult. When a smaller adult sits in the front passenger seat, the system may not recognize him/her as an adult depending on his/her physique and posture.
Page 138 1-7. Safety information If the passenger’s frontal airbag OFF indicator illuminates and the ON indicator turns off even when the front passenger’s seat is occupied by an adult This can be caused by an adult incorrectly sitting in the front passen- ger’s seat.
Page 139 OFF indicator is illuminated, move the occupant to the rear seat backwards and immediately contact your SUBARU dealer and have the vehicle inspected. If the front passenger’s frontal airbag ON indicator illuminates and the OFF indicator turns off...
Page 140 If the ON indicator still remains illuminated while the OFF indi- STEP cator turns off after taking the relevant corrective actions described above, relocate the child restraint system to the rear seat and immediately contact your SUBARU dealer for an inspection.
Page 141 SUBARU dealer. If the airbag warning light does not illuminate, check that the airbag ON/OFF indicator light works properly.
Page 142 (U.S. only) Removing, replacing or modify- ing any parts of the front seats, seatbelts, front bumper, front side frame, instrument panel, combination meter, steering wheel, steering column, tires, suspension or floor panel can affect the operation of the SUBARU front passenger occupant detection system.
Page 143: Child Restraint Systems
1-7. Safety information Child restraint systems A child restraint system for a small child or baby must itself be prop- erly restrained on the seat with the LATCH anchors or the lap portion of the lap/shoulder belt. The laws of all 50 states of the U.S.A. and Canada now require the use of child restraint systems.
Page 144 ( P. 60) ■ Where to place a child restraint system The following are SUBARU’s recommendations on where to place a child restraint system in your vehicle. Front passenger’s seat Rear seat seating positions...
Page 145 ● SUBARU strongly urges the use of a proper child restraint system that conforms to the size of the child, installed on the rear seat. According to accident statistics, the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat.
Page 146 1-7. Safety information WARNING ■ Child restraint precautions ● Do not allow the child to lean his/her head or any part of his/her body against the door or the area of the seat, front and rear pillars or roof side rails from which the SRS side airbags or SRS curtain airbags deploy even if the child is seated in the child restraint system.
Page 147: Installing Child Restraints
1-7. Safety information Installing child restraints Follow the child restraint system manufacturer's instructions. Firmly secure child restraints to the rear seats using the LATCH anchors or a seatbelt. Attach the top tether strap when installing a child restraint. The lap/shoulder belt can be used if your child restraint system is not compatible with the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Chil- dren) system.
Page 148 1-7. Safety information Installation with LATCH system Type A Pull the cover. STEP Latch the hooks of the STEP lower straps onto the LATCH anchors. If the child restraint has a STEP top tether strap, the top tether strap should be latched onto tether strap anchors.
Page 149 1-7. Safety information Type B Pull the cover. STEP Latch the buckles onto STEP the LATCH anchors. If the child restraint has a STEP top tether strap, the top tether strap should be latched onto tether strap anchors. For owners in Canada: The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the presence of a lower connector system.
Page 150 1-7. Safety information Installing child restraints using a seatbelt (child restraint lock function belt) ■ Rear facing Infant seat/convertible seat Place the child restraint system STEP on the rear seat facing the rear of the vehicle. Run the seatbelt through the STEP child restraint system and insert the plate into the buckle.
Page 151 1-7. Safety information While pushing the child restraint STEP system down into the rear seat, allow the shoulder belt to retract until the child restraint system is securely in place. After shoulder belt retracted to a point where there is no slack in the belt, pull the belt to check that it cannot be extended.
Page 152 1-7. Safety information While pushing the child restraint STEP system into the rear seat, allow the shoulder belt to retract until the child restraint system is securely in place. After shoulder belt retracted to a point where there is no slack in the belt, pull the belt to check that it cannot be extended.
Page 153 1-7. Safety information Removing a child restraint installed with a seatbelt Push the buckle release button and fully retract the seatbelt. Child restraint systems with a top tether strap Secure the child restraint using a seatbelt or the LATCH STEP anchors.
Page 154 1-7. Safety information ■ When installing a child restraint system with LATCH anchors and a top tether strap Depending on the child restraint system's size and shape, if the child restraint system is installed to the LATCH anchors first, it may not be possi- ble to attach the top tether strap to the anchor bracket.
Page 155 1-7. Safety information WARNING ■ When installing a child restraint system ● Ensure that the belt and plate are securely locked and the seatbelt is not twisted. ● Shake the child restraint system left and right, and forward and backward to ensure that it has been securely installed.
Page 156 1-7. Safety information...
Page 157: When Driving
When driving 2-1. Driving procedures 2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers Driving the vehicle.... 156 Headlight switch....233 Push-button ignition switch......172 Fog light switch ....239 Engine (ignition) switch ..182 Windshield wipers and washer ......240 Automatic transmission..185 Manual Transmission..
Page 158: Driving The Vehicle
2-1. Driving procedures Driving the vehicle The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driv- ing: ■ Starting the engine P. 172, 182 ■ Driving Vehicles with an automatic transmission With the brake pedal depressed, shift the select lever to D. STEP ( P.
Page 159 2-1. Driving procedures ■ Parking the vehicle Vehicles with an automatic transmission With the select lever in D, depress the brake pedal. STEP Shift the select lever to P. ( P. 185) STEP Set the parking brake. ( P. 197) STEP Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start STEP...
Page 160 2-1. Driving procedures Starting off on a steep uphill Vehicles with an automatic transmission Make sure that the parking brake is set and shift the select STEP lever to D. Gently depress the accelerator pedal. STEP Release the parking brake. STEP Vehicles with a manual transmission With the parking brake firmly set and the clutch pedal fully...
Page 161 If the brake pads wear close to their service limit, the wear indicator makes a very audible scraping noise when the brake pedal is applied. If you hear this scraping noise each time you apply the brake pedal, have the brake pads serviced by your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.
Page 162 2-1. Driving procedures ■ Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings When replacing the brake pad or lining, use only genuine SUBARU parts. After replacement, the new parts must be broken in as follows. Brake pad and lining While maintaining a speed of 30 to 40 mph (50 to 65 km/h), step on the brake pedal lightly.
Page 163 2-1. Driving procedures ■ After the engine starts In order to secure a rich exhaust sound when starting the vehicle and envi- ronmental performance, air intake and exhaust sounds become loud and vibrations may increase for a little while after the engine starts. This is not a malfunction.
Page 164 Large amounts of exhaust in the vehicle can cause driver drowsiness and an accident, resulting in death or a seri- ous health hazard. Have the vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer immediately. ●...
Page 165 2-1. Driving procedures WARNING ● On vehicles with a manual transmission, do not release the clutch pedal too quickly. Doing so may propel the vehicle forward, possibly causing an accident. ● Moving the select lever to N (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or shift lever to neutral (vehicles with a manual transmission) while the vehi- cle is moving will disengage the engine from the transmission.
Page 166 If you hear a squealing or scraping noise (brake pad wear limit indica- tors) Have your SUBARU dealer check and replace the brake pads as soon as possible. Rotor damage may result if the pads are not replaced when needed.
Page 167 2-1. Driving procedures WARNING ■ When the vehicle is stopped ● Do not race the engine. If the vehicle is in any gear other than P or N (vehicles with an automatic transmission only) or neutral (vehicles with a manual transmission), the vehicle may accelerate suddenly and unexpectedly, causing an accident.
Page 168 2-1. Driving procedures WARNING ■ When the vehicle is parked ● Do not leave glasses, cigarette lighters, spray cans, or soft drink cans in the vehicle when it is in the sun. Doing so may result in the following: • Gas may leak from a cigarette lighter or spray can, and may lead to a fire.
Page 169 The exhaust system should be checked occasionally. If there is a hole or crack caused by corrosion, damage to a joint or abnormal exhaust noise, be sure to have the vehicle inspected and repaired by your SUBARU dealer. Failure to do so may allow exhaust gases to enter the vehicle, resulting in death or a serious health hazard.
Page 170 2-1. Driving procedures WARNING ■ When braking ● When the brakes are wet, drive more cautiously. Braking distance increases when the brakes are wet, and this may cause one side of the vehicle to brake differently than the other side. Also, the parking brake may not securely hold the vehicle.
Page 171 2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION Vehicles with a manual transmission ● If the accelerator and brake pedals are depressed at the same time, driv- ing torque may be restrained. This is not a malfunction. ● Do not shift gears unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed. After shifting, do not release the clutch pedal abruptly.
Page 172 2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION ■ Avoiding damage to vehicle parts ● Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for an extended period of time. Doing so may damage the power steering motor. ● When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.
Page 173 Short in electrical components ● Engine damage caused by water immersion In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure to have your SUBARU dealer check the following: ● Brake function ●...
Page 174: Push-Button Ignition Switch
2-1. Driving procedures Push-button ignition switch (vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system) Performing the following operations when carrying the access key on your person starts the engine or changes push-button ignition switch modes. ■ Starting the engine Vehicles with an automatic transmission Check that the parking brake is set.
Page 175 2-1. Driving procedures Vehicles with a manual transmission Check that the parking brake is set. STEP Check that the shift lever is set in neutral. STEP Firmly depress the clutch pedal. STEP The keyless access with push button start system indicator light (green) will turn on.
Page 176 2-1. Driving procedures ■ Stopping the engine Vehicles with an automatic transmission Stop the vehicle. STEP Shift the select lever to P. STEP Set the parking brake. ( P. 197) STEP Release the brake pedal. STEP Press the push-button ignition STEP switch.
Page 177 2-1. Driving procedures Vehicles with a manual transmission While depressing the clutch pedal, stop the vehicle. STEP Shift the shift lever to neutral. STEP Set the parking brake. ( P. 197) STEP Release the clutch pedal. STEP Press the push-button ignition STEP switch.
Page 178 2-1. Driving procedures ■ Changing push-button ignition switch mode Modes can be changed by pressing the push-button ignition switch with the brake pedal (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or clutch pedal (vehicles with a manual transmission) released. (The mode changes each time the switch is pressed.) Off* The hazard warning flashers can be used.
Page 179 2-1. Driving procedures When stopping the engine with the select lever in a position other than P (vehicles with an automatic transmission) If the engine is stopped with the select lever in a position other than P, the push-button ignition switch will not be turned off but instead be turned to “ACC”...
Page 180 ■ If the engine does not start The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( P. 82) Contact your SUBARU dealer. Vehicles with an automatic transmission: Check that the select lever is securely set in P. The engine may not start if the select lever is displaced out of P.
Page 181 If the keyless access with push button start indicator flashes in yellow and a message is displayed on the multi-information display The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer immediately. ■ If the access key battery is depleted P.
Page 182 2-1. Driving procedures ■ Immediately after reconnecting the battery terminals due to replacing the battery and so forth The engine may not start. If this occurs, turn the push-button ignition switch to “ON” mode, and start the engine after waiting at least 10 seconds. Idling may be unstable immediately after the engine starts, however, this is not a malfunction.
Page 183 Do not race a cold engine. ● If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have your vehi- cle checked by your SUBARU dealer immediately. ● Vehicles with an automatic transmission: Do not shift the select lever while the starter is operating.
Page 184: Engine (Ignition) Switch
2-1. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system) ■ Starting the engine Vehicles with an automatic transmission Check that the parking brake is set. STEP Check that the select lever is set in P. STEP Firmly depress the brake pedal.
Page 185 If the engine does not start Remove the key and try again. If the engine does not start, the engine immo- bilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( P. 82) Contact your SUBARU dealer. ■ When the steering lock cannot be released When starting the engine, the engine switch may seem stuck in the “LOCK”...
Page 186 Do not race a cold engine. ● If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have your vehi- cle checked by your SUBARU dealer immediately. ● Vehicles with an automatic transmission: Do not shift the select lever while...
Page 187: Automatic Transmission
2-1. Driving procedures Automatic transmission Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions. ■ Shifting the select lever Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system While the engine switch is in the “ON” position, move the select lever with the brake pedal depressed.
Page 188 2-1. Driving procedures ■ Shift position uses Multi-information display Shift Function Monochrome position Color display display Parking the vehicle/start- ing the engine Reversing Neutral Normal D position driving (gears between “1” and “6” are automatically selected) Temporary manual mode driving ( P.
Page 189 2-1. Driving procedures ■ Selecting a driving mode By pressing the driving pattern selector switch the following modes can be selected to suit driving and usage conditions: Normal mode Sport mode The “SPORT” indicator comes on. Use sport mode for sporty driving or when driving in mountainous regions with lots of curves.
Page 190 2-1. Driving procedures Manual mode driving To enter manual mode, shift the select lever to the M position. While the upshift/downshift indicator light is illuminated, gears can be selected by operating the select lever or paddle shift levers, allowing you to drive in the gear of your choosing. Even if upshifting operations are performed, if vehicle speed is too low for the requested gear, the gear will not change.
Page 191 2-1. Driving procedures However, even when in manual mode, the gears will be automatically changed in the following situations: ● When vehicle speed drops (downshift only). ● When engine oil temperature is high and engine speed rises close to the red zone. ■...
Page 192 2-1. Driving procedures ■ If the select lever cannot be shifted from P P. 474 ■ Automatic gear selection when the vehicle is stopped When the vehicle is idling at high rpm in order to warm up, and the vehicle is on a slippery road, the transmission may automatically shift to 2 gear for stopping and starting off.
Page 193 2-1. Driving procedures ■ Adaptive control In order to realize smoother driving while driving in D position, an appropri- ate gear is automatically selected by limiting upshifting and performing downshifting operations according to driver operations and driving condi- tions. ● When driving uphill, prevents unnecessary upshifting and downshifting.
Page 194: Manual Transmission
2-1. Driving procedures Manual Transmission ■ Shifting the shift lever Fully depress the clutch pedal before operating the shift lever, and then release it slowly. ■ Shifting the shift lever to R Shift the shift lever to R while lifting up the ring section. : If equipped...
Page 195 2-1. Driving procedures Shift position indicator The selected shift position will be displayed on the multi-informa- tion display. The selected shift position will not appear in the following situations: • When the shift lever is in neu- tral. • When the vehicle speed is 6 mph (10 km/h) or less (except when the shift lever is in R).
Page 196 2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION ■ To prevent damage to the transmission ● Do not shift the shift lever without depressing the clutch pedal. ● Do not lift up the ring section except when shifting the lever to R. ● Shift the shift lever to R only when the vehicle is stationary and the clutch pedal is fully depressed.
Page 197: Turn Signal Lever
2-1. Driving procedures Turn signal lever The turn signal lever can be used to show the following intentions of the driver: Right turn Left turn Lane change to the right (move the lever partway and release it) The right hand signals will flash 3 times.
Page 198 To discontinue flashing of the turn signals during a lane change Operate the lever in the opposite direction. ■ Customization that can be configured at your SUBARU dealer The lane change turn signal function can be disabled. (Customizable features: P. 522)
Page 199: Parking Brake
2-1. Driving procedures Parking brake Canada and U.S.A. Mexico To set the parking brake, fully pull the parking brake lever while depressing the brake pedal. To release the parking brake, slightly raise the lever and lower it completely while pressing the button. ■...
Page 200: Horn
2-1. Driving procedures Horn To sound the horn, press on or close to the mark. ■ After adjusting the steering wheel Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked. The horn may not sound if the steering wheel is not securely locked. ( P.
Page 201: Instrument Cluster Gauges And Meters
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters With monochrome display With color display...
Page 202 2-2. Instrument cluster Analog Speedometer Displays the vehicle speed. Tachometer Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Fuel gauge Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank. Engine coolant temperature gauge (if equipped) Displays the engine coolant temperature. Digital Speedometer Displays the vehicle speed.
Page 203: Instrument Panel Light Control
■ Customization that can be configured at your SUBARU dealer The sensitivity of the auto dimmer cancel function can be changed. (Customizable features...
Page 204 2-2. Instrument cluster CAUTION ■ To prevent damage to the engine and its components ● Do not let the indicator needle of the tachometer enter the red zone, which indicates the maximum engine speed. ● In the following situations, the engine may be overheating. In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place, and check the engine after it has cooled completely.
Page 205: Indicators And Warning Lights
2-2. Instrument cluster Indicators and warning lights The indicator and warning lights on the instrument cluster and cen- ter panel inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s various sys- tems. For the purpose of explanation, the following illustration displays all indicators and warning lights illuminated.
Page 206 2-2. Instrument cluster Center panel...
Page 207 2-2. Instrument cluster ■ Indicators The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s various systems. Shift position indicator Turn signal indicator ( P. 193) ( P. 195) (Vehicles with a manual transmission) Shift-up indicator Headlight high beam ( P.
Page 208 Have the vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer. Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system These lights turn on when the push-button ignition switch is turned to “ON”...
Page 209 “ON” mode (vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system), or the indicators remain off after the system check, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer immediately.
Page 210 There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer for details.
Page 211 They will turn off after the engine is started. There may be a mal- function in a system if a light does not come on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer for details.
Page 212: Multi-Information Display (Monochrome Display)
2-2. Instrument cluster Multi-information display (monochrome display) The multi-information display presents the driver with a vari- ety of driving-related data, such as the current outside tem- perature. The multi-information display can also be used to change the meter settings. ● Odometer ●...
Page 213 2-2. Instrument cluster Switch the display Pressing the “ODO/TRIP” switch or “DISP” switch displays the follow- ing information respectively: “ODO/TRIP” switch • Odometer • Trip meter • Setting screen for tachometer indicator needle movement function when starting the vehi- • Setting screen for the shift position indicator and shift-up indicator (vehicles with a man- ual transmission)
Page 214 2-2. Instrument cluster ■ Changing the display using the “ODO/TRIP” switch Each time the “ODO/TRIP” switch is pressed, the display changes as follows. Odometer Displays the total distance the vehicle has been driven. Trip meter Displays the distance the vehicle has been driven since the meter was last reset.
Page 215 2-2. Instrument cluster ■ Changing the display using the “DISP” switch Each time the “DISP” switch is pressed, the display changes as fol- lows. Outside temperature Displays the outside temperature within the range of -40°F (-40°C) to 122°F (50°C). Current fuel consumption Displays the current rate of fuel consumption.
Page 216 2-2. Instrument cluster Tachometer indicator needle movement function when starting the vehicle When the engine switch is turned to “ON” position, the tachometer indicator needle points to the highest value once and then quickly returns. ■ Changing between activated/deactivated Press the “ODO/TRIP” switch repeatedly until the setting STEP screen is displayed.
Page 217 2-2. Instrument cluster Setting the REV indicator ■ Changing the REV indicator settings The engine speed at which the REV indicator turns on at and whether a buzzer sounds or not when the light turns on can be set. Engine speed setting range: From 2000 to 7400 rpm (r/min) Press the “DISP”...
Page 218 2-2. Instrument cluster Press and hold the “DISP” STEP switch. Each time the “DISP” switch is pressed and held, the buzzer changes between activated and deactivated. “b-on”: Buzzer activated “b-oFF”: Buzzer deactivated When the setting changes from “b-oFF” to “b-on”, the buzzer sounds 3 times.
Page 219 If “ ” is displayed for approximately 1 minute or more or if the outside temperature is not displayed, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer. WARNING ■ The information display at low temperatures Allow the interior of the vehicle to warm up before using the liquid crystal information display.
Page 220: Multi-Information Display (Color Display)
2-2. Instrument cluster Multi-information display (color display) Summary of functions The multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of driv- ing-related data, such as the current outside temperature. The multi- information display can also be used to change the meter settings. Meter control switches ( P.
Page 221 2-2. Instrument cluster Using the multi-information display ■ Using the content display area The content display area is operated using the meter control switches. : Select menu icons : Change displayed content, scroll up/ down screen and move the cursor Enter Return to the previ- ous screen...
Page 222 2-2. Instrument cluster Menu icons Select a menu icon to display its content. Drive information ( P. 221) Select to display various drive data. Exclusive content for BRZ ( P. 224) Select to display the G-force display, stopwatch, and other useful functions for sporty driving.
Page 223 2-2. Instrument cluster Drive information ( ■ Drive information (page 1) Current fuel consumption Displays the current rate of fuel consumption. Average fuel consumption Displays the average fuel con- sumption since the function was reset. Driving range Displays the estimated maximum distance that can be driven with the quantity of fuel remaining.
Page 224 2-2. Instrument cluster ■ Drive information (page 2) Average vehicle speed Displays the average vehicle speed since display was reset. Driving time Displays the cumulative time the vehicle has been driven since dis- play was reset. Driving distance Displays the cumulative distance the vehicle has been driven since display was reset.
Page 225: Engine Coolant Temperature
2-2. Instrument cluster ■ Drive information (page 3) Engine coolant temperature gauge Displays the engine coolant tem- perature. If the engine coolant temperature gauge needle/indicator enters the red zone, a buzzer will sound and a warning message will be dis- played.
Page 226 2-2. Instrument cluster Exclusive content for BRZ ( ■ G-force Displays lateral G-forces on the vehicle Also displays, around the periphery of the G-force display, the left and right steering amount, accelerator pedal input, and brake fluid pres- sure Record of the maximum G- forces Accelerator pedal input Brake fluid pressure...
Page 227 2-2. Instrument cluster ■ Power and torque curve Power output Torque Current engine speed The vertical bar will slide laterally according to the current engine speed. This chart is intended for reference only and does not show the actual engine torque or output.
Page 228 2-2. Instrument cluster ■ Stopwatch Measures and displays current lap time and previous lap times Top screen Measurement screen Fastest lap time (top screen) When the timer is reset, “ ’ ” ” will be displayed. Fastest lap time (measurement screen) Current lap time Total lap time Past lap times...
Page 229 2-2. Instrument cluster ● Operating the measurement screen Start/stop measure- ment Mark off one lap Reset measured lap times : Scroll through the lap times ● Resetting measured lap times After stopping the measurement, press ● To display other content while the stopwatch is operating If the measurement screen is displayed, press to display the top screen.
Page 230 2-2. Instrument cluster Settings display ( Use the meter control switches on the steering wheel to change set- tings. Press to select STEP Operate the switches to select a desired item. STEP Press to change the setting and then STEP press to confirm the change.
Page 231 2-2. Instrument cluster Item Settings Details English French Select to change the language dis- Language Spanish played. Russian* Chinese* km, km/h, km/l km, km/h, Select to change the units of measure Units l/100km displayed. miles, MPH, Select to reset the meter display set- Initialization tings to the default setting.
Page 232 2-2. Instrument cluster Odometer/trip meter display area ■ Odometer Displays the total distance the vehicle has been driven. ■ Trip meter A/trip meter B Displays the distance the vehicle has been driven since the meter was last reset. Trip meters A and B can be used to record and display different distances independently.
Page 233 If “ ” is displayed for approximately 1 minute or more or if the outside temperature is not displayed, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer. ■ Liquid crystal display Small spots or light spots may appear on the display. This phenomenon is characteristic of liquid crystal displays, and there is no problem continuing to use the display.
Page 234 2-2. Instrument cluster WARNING ■ Caution for use while driving ● When operating the multi-information display while driving, pay extra attention to the safety of the area around the vehicle. ● Do not look continuously at the multi-information display while driving as you may fail to see pedestrians, objects on the road, etc.
Page 235: Operating The Lights And
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers Headlight switch The headlights can be operated manually or automatically. Turning the end of the lever turns on the lights as follows: The daytime running lights turn on. ( P. 235) The headlights, park- ing/daytime running lights...
Page 236 2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers Turning on the high beam headlights With the headlights on, push the lever forward to turn on the high beams. The high beam indicator will illu- minate when the high beams are turned on. Pull the lever back to the center position to turn the high beams off.
Page 237 2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers ■ Daytime running light system ● The daytime running lights illuminate using the same lights as the parking lights and illuminate brighter than the parking lights. ● To make your vehicle more visible to other drivers during daytime driving, the daytime running lights turn on automatically when all of the following conditions are met.
Page 238 2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers ■ Welcome lighting system When entering the vehicle When the headlight switch is in and the doors are unlocked using the remote keyless entry system, the headlights, front position lights, etc. will illuminate for approximately 30 seconds. The lights are turned off in the following situations.
Page 239 ● When the light switch is operated ● When the door is opened or closed ■ Customization that can be configured at your SUBARU dealer Settings (e.g. light sensor sensitivity) can be changed. (Customizable features P. 522)
Page 240 2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers CAUTION ■ To prevent battery discharge Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the engine is not run- ning.
Page 241: Fog Light Switch
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers Fog light switch The fog lights secure excellent visibility in difficult driving condi- tions, such as in rain and fog. Turns the front fog lights off Turns the front fog lights on ■ Fog lights can be used when The headlights are on in low beam.
Page 242: Windshield Wipers And Washer
2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers Windshield wipers and washer When intermittent windshield wiper operation is selected, the wiper interval can be adjusted. The wiper operation is selected by moving the lever as follows. Intermittent windshield wiper operation Low speed windshield wiper operation High speed...
Page 243 2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers Washer/wiper dual opera- tion The wipers will automatically operate a couple of times after the washer squirts. ■ The windshield wipers and washer can be operated when Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system The engine switch is in the “ON”...
Page 244 Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over- heat. ■ When a nozzle becomes blocked In this case, contact your SUBARU dealer. Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged. ■ When adding washer fluid...
Page 245: Using Other Driving
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control Use the cruise control to maintain a set speed without depressing the accelerator pedal. Indicators Cruise control switch ■ Setting the vehicle speed STEP Press the “ON-OFF” button to activate the cruise control. Cruise control indicator (green) will come on.
Page 246 2-4. Using other driving systems ■ Adjusting the set speed To change the set speed, operate the lever until the desired set speed is obtained. Increases the speed Decreases the speed Fine adjustment: Momentarily move the lever in the desired direction.
Page 247 2-4. Using other driving systems ■ Canceling and resuming the constant speed control Pulling the lever toward you cancels the constant speed control. The speed setting is also can- celed when: • The brakes are applied. • The clutch pedal depressed (manual trans- mission only).
Page 248 Vehicle stability control (VSC) is activated. ■ The system may be malfunctioning when In the following situations, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehi- cle inspected by your SUBARU dealer. ● The cruise control indicator light comes on in yellow. ●...
Page 249 2-4. Using other driving systems WARNING ■ When using the cruise control Always set the speed appropriately according to the speed limit, traffic flow, road conditions, and other conditions. ■ Cruise control precaution (vehicles with an automatic transmission) You can cancel the cruise control by shifting the select lever into the N posi- tion.
Page 250: Rear View Camera
2-4. Using other driving systems Rear view camera The rear view camera is installed to the trunk lid and displays a rear view image on the audio/navigation monitor when the engine switch is in the “ON” position (vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system) or the push-button ignition switch is in “ON”...
Page 251 2-4. Using other driving systems How to use the rear view camera Perform the following to display a rear view image on the rear view camera. Turn the engine switch to the “ON” position (vehicles without a STEP keyless access with push button start system) or turn the push-button ignition switch to “ON”...
Page 252 2-4. Using other driving systems Displayed area ■ Displayed area on the screen ● The area behind the rear bumper can be displayed. Areas on both the left and right side of the rear bumper and areas just under the rear bumper cannot be displayed.
Page 253 2-4. Using other driving systems ■ Distance from the ground on the screen The distance markers show the distance from an object on level ground when the vehicle is unloaded. Depending on the loading condition and road condition, the distance shown on the screen may be different from the actual distance.
Page 254 2-4. Using other driving systems Help lines The help lines (distance markers and vehicle width lines) are a guide to help you realize the actual distance of points on the screen. Vehicle width lines (oblique vertical lines) Approximately 10 ft. (3 m) from the bumper (green hori- zontal line) Approximately 3 ft.
Page 255 ■ Rear view camera display ● On vehicles with a genuine SUBARU navigation system, the rear view camera display will be prioritized over other displays. To display another display, shift the select lever (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or shift lever (vehicles with a manual transmission) to a position other than “R”.
Page 256 2-4. Using other driving systems ● Strong light shined on the rear view camera lens may develop white light stripes around the light source. This is not a malfunction. ● Under fluorescent lighting, the display may flicker. However, this is not a malfunction.
Page 257 Do not disassemble or modify the rear view camera, switch or wiring. If smoke comes from any of the parts or you smell a strange odor, stop using the rear view camera immediately. Contact your SUBARU dealer for an inspection. Continued use may result in accident, fire or electric shock.
Page 258 2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION ■ How to use the rear view camera ● When washing your vehicle with a high-pressure washer, do not allow the water to contact the rear view camera directly. Entry of water into the cam- era lens may result in condensation on the lens, malfunction, fire or elec- tric shock.
Page 259: Driving Assist Systems
2-4. Using other driving systems Driving assist systems To help enhance driving safety and performance, the following sys- tems operate automatically in response to various driving situations. Be aware, however, that these systems are supplementary and should not be relied upon too heavily when operating the vehicle. ■...
Page 260 2-4. Using other driving systems When the TRAC/Vehicle stability control (VSC) systems are operating The slip indicator light will flash while the TRAC (brake LSD function)/Vehicle stability control (VSC) systems are operating. Disabling the TRAC system If the vehicle gets stuck in mud, dirt or snow, the TRAC system may reduce power from the engine to the wheels.
Page 261 2-4. Using other driving systems “TRACK” mode Your vehicle is equipped with two types of control modes to accom- modate various driving preferences. The control modes can be selected with the “TRACK” switch. Normal mode allows secure and smooth normal driving. When the switch is pressed and held for 1 second or more, “TRACK”...
Page 262 2-4. Using other driving systems Selecting TRAC mode and Vehicle stability control (VSC) mode Modes can be selected to suit your driving conditions as follows: Vehicle sta- Driving TRAC Brake LSD bility control Indicator lights conditions modes function (VSC) modes Normal Normal Normal...
Page 263 2-4. Using other driving systems ■ Automatic reactivation of TRAC and Vehicle stability control (VSC) sys- tems After turning the TRAC and Vehicle stability control (VSC) systems off, the systems will be automatically reactivated in the following situations: ● Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system: When the engine switch is turned to “LOCK”...
Page 264 2-4. Using other driving systems ■ Electric power steering operation sound When the steering wheel is operated, a motor sound (whirring sound) may be heard. This does not indicate a malfunction. ■ Reduced effectiveness of the electric power steering system The effectiveness of the electric power steering system is reduced to pre- vent the system from overheating when there is frequent steering input over an extended period of time.
Page 265 The ABS, TRAC and Vehicle stability control (VSC) systems will not function correctly if different tires are installed on the vehicle. Contact your SUBARU dealer for further information when replacing tires or wheels. ■ Handling of tires and suspension Using tires with any kind of problem or modifying the suspension will affect the driving assist systems, and may cause a system to malfunction.
Page 266: Hill Start Assist
2-4. Using other driving systems Hill start assist The hill start assist system helps to maintain braking force to assist starting off forward while facing uphill or starting off backward while facing downhill. As the hill start assist system is initially disabled, enable the system to make it operable.
Page 267 2-4. Using other driving systems Within 5 seconds after the indicator lights turn off, release STEP . Then, press the switch again within 2 seconds of releasing it. The hill start assist ON indicator will illuminate and then turn off. Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK”...
Page 268 2-4. Using other driving systems ■ When enabling the hill start assist system ● If the hill start assist ON indicator does not illuminate or if an incorrect operation is performed, turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position (vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system) or turn the push-button ignition switch off (vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system) and then restart the enabling procedure from STEP...
Page 269 While the vehicle is stopped, make sure to depress the brake pedal. ■ The system may be malfunctioning when In the following situations, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehi- cle inspected by your SUBARU dealer. ● The slip indicator is illuminated. ●...
Page 270 2-4. Using other driving systems WARNING ■ Hill start assist system precautions ● Do not overly rely on the hill start assist system. The hill start assist system may not operate effectively on steep inclines and roads covered with ice. ●...
Page 271: Rear Wing
2-4. Using other driving systems Rear wing On initial delivery, the rear wing is adjusted to an angle at which both stability at high speeds and enhanced handling can be attained. The rear wing can be adjusted to 2 different angles. Adjusting the angle of the rear wing ■...
Page 272 2-4. Using other driving systems ■ Adjusting the angle of the rear wing While holding the bolt on the rear STEP Front of vehicle side with a TORX wrench, using a wrench, socket wrench and socket, or similar tool, remove the nut and washers.
Page 273 2-4. Using other driving systems ■ CFRP (Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic) parts ● Due to the properties of the carbon fiber used in CFRP parts, the shade and density of the carbon fiber weave may vary. ● Cleaning and protecting the CFRP parts: P.
Page 274: Driving Information Cargo And Luggage
2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage Take notice of the following information about storage precau- tions, cargo capacity and load: ● Stow cargo and luggage in the trunk whenever possible. ● Be sure all items are secured in place. ● To maintain vehicle balance while driving, position luggage evenly within the luggage compartment.
Page 275 Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. ( P. 492) SUBARU does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Your vehicle is not designed for trailer towing. Example on your vehicle Cargo capacity Total load capacity When 2 people with the combined weight of 366 lb.
Page 276 2-5. Driving information WARNING ■ Things that must not be carried in the trunk The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the trunk: ● Receptacles containing gasoline ● Aerosol cans ■ Storage precautions Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
Page 277 2-5. Driving information WARNING ■ Capacity and distribution ● Do not exceed the maximum axle weight rating or the total vehicle weight rating. ● Even if the total load of occupant's weight and the cargo load is less than the total load capacity, do not apply the load unevenly. Improper loading may cause deterioration of steering or braking control which may cause death or serious injury.
Page 278: Vehicle Load Limits
Seating capacity means the maximum number of occupants whose estimated average weight is 150 lb. (68 kg) per person. ■ Towing capacity SUBARU does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. ■ Cargo capacity Cargo capacity may increase or decrease depending on the weight and the number of occupants.
Page 279: Winter Driving Tips
2-5. Driving information Winter driving tips Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri- ate to the prevailing weather conditions. ■ Pre-winter preparations ● Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem- peratures.
Page 280 2-5. Driving information ● Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have accumulated on the exterior lights, vehicle's roof, chassis, around the tires or on the brakes. ● Remove any snow or mud from the bottom of your shoes before getting in the vehicle.
Page 281 Always use the utmost care when driving with a traction device. Over- confidence because you are using a traction device could easily lead to a serious accident. Selecting tire chains We recommend that you consult your SUBARU dealer for information about the chains that you can use.
Page 282 2-5. Driving information ■ Refueling in cold weather To help prevent moisture from forming in the fuel system and the risk of its freezing, use of an antifreeze additive in the fuel tank is recommended dur- ing cold weather. Use only additives that are specifically designed for this purpose. When an antifreeze additive is used, its effect lasts longer if the tank is refilled when- ever the fuel level reaches half empty.
Page 283 ■ Repairing or replacing snow tires (vehicles with a tire pressure moni- toring system) Request repairs or replacement of snow tires from SUBARU dealers or legitimate tire retailers. This is because the removal and attachment of snow tires affects the operation of the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters.
Page 284: Trailer Towing
SUBARU assumes no responsibility for injuries or vehicle damage that may result from trailer towing, from any trailer towing equip- ment or from any errors or omissions in the instructions accompa- nying such equipment. SUBARU warranties do not apply to vehicle damage or malfunction caused by trailer towing.
Page 285: Dinghy Towing
2-5. Driving information Dinghy towing Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed behind a motor home or other vehicle with the wheels (2 or 4) on the ground. Serious damage can result.
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Page 287: Interior Features
Interior features 3-1. Using the air 3-4. Using the storage conditioning features system and defogger List of storage features ..308 • Glove box....... 309 Manual air conditioning • Bottle holders ....310 system ......286 • Cup holders/ Automatic air conditioning console tray ....
Page 288: Manual Air Conditioning System
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Manual air conditioning system Air outlet selection dial Temperature control dial Outside air or recirculated air mode Air conditioning on/off button Fan speed control dial Adjusting the settings To adjust the fan speed, turn the fan speed control dial clock- STEP wise (increase) or counterclockwise (decrease).
Page 289 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Defogging the windshield Set the air outlet selection dial to STEP position. The air intake is automatically switched to outside air mode. It is not possible to return to recircu- lated air mode when the switch is Perform the following operations accordingly: STEP ●...
Page 290 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger ■ Air outlets and air flow Air flows to the upper body. Air flows to the upper body and feet. Air flows to the feet. Air flows to the feet and the windshield defogger operates.
Page 291 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes Press The mode switches between outside air mode (introduces air from outside the vehicle) (indicator off) and recirculated air mode (recycles air inside the vehicle) (indicator on) each time the button is pressed. Adjusting the position of the air outlets Center outlets Direct air flow to the left or right,...
Page 292 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Opening and closing the air outlets Center outlets Open the air outlet. Close the air outlet. Right and left side outlets Open the vent. Close the vent.
Page 293 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger ■ For quick cooling Turn the temperature control dial to the “MAX A/C” position and select the recirculated air mode. ■ Fogging up of the windows ● The windows will easily fog up when the humidity in the vehicle is high. Turning on will dehumidify the air from the outlets and defog the windshield effectively.
Page 294 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger WARNING ■ To prevent the windshield from fogging up Do not set the air outlet selection dial to during cool air operation in extremely humid weather. The difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the windshield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking your vision.
Page 295: Automatic Air Conditioning System
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Automatic air conditioning system Air outlets, fan speed, air inlet control and the air conditioner com- pressor are automatically operated. Changes the air outlets used Temperature control dial* Fan speed control dial Temperature control dial* Temperature setting Fan speed/Air...
Page 296 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Using the automatic air conditioning system Press STEP The dehumidification function begins to operate. Air outlets, fan speed, air inlet control and the air conditioner compressor are automatically adjusted according to the temperature set- ting.
Page 297 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Adjusting the settings manually To adjust the fan speed, turn the fan speed control dial clock- STEP wise (increase) or counter-clock wise (decrease). Press to turn the fan off. To adjust the temperature settings, turn the temperature con- STEP trol dial clockwise (warm) or counter-clock wise (cool).
Page 298 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Defogging the windshield Press dehumidification function operates speed increases. Set the outside/recirculated air mode button to outside air mode if the recirculated air mode is used. (It may switch automati- cally.) To defog the windshield and the side windows early, turn the air flow and temperature up.
Page 299 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Air outlets and air flow Air flows to the upper body. Air flows to the upper body and feet. Air flows to the feet. Air flows to the feet and the windshield defogger operates. If the recirculated air mode is used, it may automatically switch to the outside air mode.
Page 300 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Switching between outside air mode and recirculated air mode Press The mode switches between outside air mode (indicator off) and recircu- lated air mode (indicator on) each time is pressed. Adjusting the position of the air outlets Center outlets Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down.
Page 301 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Opening and closing the air outlets Center outlets Open the air outlet. Close the air outlet. Right and left side outlets Open the vent. Close the vent.
Page 302 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger ■ Using automatic mode Fan speed is adjusted automatically according to the temperature setting and the ambient conditions. Therefore, the fan may stop for a while until warm or cool air is ready to flow immediately after is pressed.
Page 303 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger ■ Ventilation and air conditioning odors ● To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air mode. ● During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into and accumulate in the air conditioning system.
Page 304: Rear Window And Outside Rear View Mirror Defoggers
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers The rear window defogger is used to defog the rear window. The out- side rear view mirror defoggers* are used to remove frost, dew or raindrops from the outside rear view mirrors.
Page 305 ■ Customization that can be configured at SUBARU dealer (vehicles with an automatic air conditioning system) The rear window defogger can be set to 15-minute operation or continuous operation.
Page 306: Using The Audio System Aux Port/Usb Port
3-2. Using the audio system AUX port /USB port This port can be used to connect a portable audio device and listen to it through the vehicle’s speakers. For more information, please refer to the Owner’s Manual supple- ment for the navigation system or audio system. Open the cover and connect the portable audio device.
Page 307: Using The Microphone
3-2. Using the audio system Using the microphone The microphone can be used for the voice command in the ® Bluetooth audio system or the hands-free phone system.
Page 308: 3-3. Using The Interior Lights
3-3. Using the interior lights Interior lights list Interior light ( P. 307) Engine switch light (vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system) Push-button ignition switch light (vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system) Door courtesy lights (if equipped)
Page 309: Interior Light
Push-button ignition switch light (vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system) ● Door courtesy lights (if equipped) ■ Customization that can be configured at your SUBARU dealer Settings (e.g. the time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed. (Customizable features P. 522)
Page 310: 3-4. Using The Storage Features
3-4. Using the storage features List of storage features Glove box Bottle holders Cup holders/console tray WARNING ■ Items that should not be left in the storage spaces Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces, as this may cause the following when cabin temperature becomes high: ●...
Page 311: Glove Box
3-4. Using the storage features Glove box Glove box Pull up the lever to open the glove box. WARNING ■ Caution while driving Keep the glove box closed. In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerv- ing, an accident may occur due to an occupant being struck by the open glove box or the items stored inside.
Page 312: Bottle Holders
3-4. Using the storage features Bottle holders Bottle holders ■ When using the bottle holder ● When storing a bottle, close the cap. ● The bottle may not be stored depending on its size or shape. WARNING ■ Items unsuitable for the bottle holder Do not place anything other than a PET bottle in the bottle holders.
Page 313: Cup Holders/Console Tray
3-4. Using the storage features Cup holders/console tray Cup holders/console tray ■ Changing the cup holder position Remove the cup holder and change the holder position. ■ Changing the console tray size Remove the cup holder.
Page 314 3-4. Using the storage features Cup holders/console tray WARNING ■ Caution while driving Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury. ● Before driving, place the cup holder in the rear position so that it does not hinder select lever or shift lever operation.
Page 315: Other Interior Features Sun Visors
3-5. Other interior features Sun visors To set the visor in the for- ward position, flip it down. To set the visor in the side position, flip down, unhook, and swing it to the side.
Page 316: Vanity Mirrors
3-5. Other interior features Vanity mirrors Open the cover to use. Vehicles with vanity lights: The light turns on when the cover is opened. CAUTION ■ To prevent battery discharge (vehicles with vanity lights) Do not leave the vanity lights on for extended periods while the engine is off.
Page 317: Clock
3-5. Other interior features Clock The clock can be adjusted by pressing the buttons. Adjusts the hours Adjusts the minutes Rounds nearest hour : e.g.1:00 to 1:29 1:00 1:30 to 1:59 2:00 ■ The clock is displayed when Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system The engine switch is in the “ACC”...
Page 318: Power Outlets
3-5. Other interior features Power outlets The power outlet can be used for 12 V accessories that run on 10 A or less. In the console tray In the glove box...
Page 319 3-5. Other interior features ■ The power outlet can be used when Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system The engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position. Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system The push-button ignition switch is in “ACC”...
Page 320: Seat Heaters
3-5. Other interior features Seat heaters Press the switch to warm the seats. The indicator light comes on when a seat heater is turned Rapid heating Normal heating ■ The seat heaters can be used when The push-button ignition switch is in “ON” mode. ■...
Page 321 3-5. Other interior features WARNING ■ Burns ● Use caution when seating the following persons in a seat with the seat heater on to avoid the possibility of burns: • Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically chal- lenged •...
Page 322: Floor Mat
3-5. Other interior features Floor mat Make sure to only use floor mats that are specifically designed for use with the same model and model year as your vehicle. Fix them securely in place on top of the carpet. Insert the retaining hooks STEP...
Page 323 When installing the driver's floor mat ● Do not use floor mats designed for other models or different model year vehicles, even if they are SUBARU Genuine floor mats. ● Only use floor mats designed for the driver's seat. ●...
Page 324: Homelink
3-5. Other interior features ® HomeLink ® The HomeLink Wireless Control System provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand-held radio-frequency remotes used to activate devices such as gate operators, garage door openers, entry door locks, security systems, even home lighting. The below steps are generic programming instructions;...
Page 325 3-5. Other interior features ■ Before programming HomeLink ● Before programming HomeLink to a garage door opener or gate operator, make sure that people and objects are out of the way of the device to prevent potential harm or damage. ●...
Page 326 3-5. Other interior features ■ Programming a New HomeLink Button Press and release the HomeLink button that you would like to STEP program. The HomeLink indicator light will flash orange slowly (if not, refer to “Erasing HomeLink Buttons” P. 328). Position the hand-held remote STEP (garage door opener remote) 1...
Page 327 3-5. Other interior features Press the HomeLink button that STEP you would like to program and observe the indicator light. ● If the indicator light remains constant green, your device should operate when HomeLink button is pressed. At this point, if your device operates, programming complete.
Page 328 3-5. Other interior features At the garage door opener STEP motor, (security gate motor, etc...) locate “Learn”, “Smart”, or “Program” button. This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor-head unit (see the device’s manual to iden- tify this button).
Page 329 3-5. Other interior features If status indicator arrows appear STEP next to the indicator light, please refer to “Garage Door Two-Way Communication”. ( P. 329) In the event that there are still programming difficulties or ques- tions, additional HomeLink infor- mation and programming videos found www.HomeLink.com...
Page 330 3-5. Other interior features Using HomeLink To operate, simply press and release the programmed HomeLink but- ton. Activation will now occur for the trained device (i.e. garage door opener, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, home/office lighting, etc.). For convenience, the handheld remote of the device may also be used at any time.
Page 331 3-5. Other interior features Two-Way Communication ■ Garage Door Two-Way Communication HomeLink has the capability of communicating with your garage door opener. HomeLink can receive and display “closing” or “opening” sta- tus messages from compatible garage door opener systems. At any time, HomeLink can also recall and display the last recorded status communicated by the garage door opener to indicate your garage door being “closed”...
Page 332 3-5. Other interior features ■ Using Two-Way Communication Recall and display (at any time) the last recorded garage door status message communicated to HomeLink by simultaneously pressing HomeLink buttons 1 seconds. HomeLink will display the last recorded status for three sec- onds.
Page 333 3-5. Other interior features ■ Certification In the event that there are still programming difficulties or questions, addi- tional HomeLink information and programming videos can be found at www.HomeLink.com, www.youtube.com/HomeLinkGentex, or by calling the toll- free HomeLink-hotline at 1-800-355-3515. ® ®...
Page 334 3-5. Other interior features WARNING ■ When programming a garage door or other remote control devices ® When programming the HomeLink Wireless Control System, you may be operating a garage door opener or other device. Make sure that people and objects are out of the way of the garage door or other device to prevent potential harm or damage.
Page 335: Compass
3-5. Other interior features Compass The compass on the inside rear view mirror indicates the direction in which the vehicle is heading. ■ Operation To turn the compass feature on/off, press and hold the switch for more than 3 sec- onds or until the display turns on/off.
Page 336 3-5. Other interior features Calibrating the compass ■ To adjust for compass zone variance Find your current location and zone number on the map. STEP Press and hold the switch for more than 6 seconds or STEP until a zone number appears in the display. Once the zone number appears in the display, toggle the STEP switch again until your current location zone number appears.
Page 337: Maintenance And Care
Maintenance and care 4-1. Maintenance and care 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior..336 Do-it-yourself service precautions ....355 Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior..342 Engine hood..... 358 Cleaning and protecting Engine compartment..360 ® the Alcantara area ..
Page 338: Maintenance And Care Cleaning And Protecting The Vehicle Exterior
4-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime condition. ● Working from top to bottom, liberally apply water to the vehicle body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any dirt and dust.
Page 339 4-1. Maintenance and care ■ Automatic car washes ● Fold the mirrors before washing the vehicle. Start washing from the front of the vehicle. Make sure to and extend the mirrors before driving. ● When having your vehicle washed in an automatic car wash, make sure beforehand that the car wash is of suitable type to avoid scratches to the vehicle surface and harm to your vehicle’s paint.
Page 340 ● As the CFRP parts may change color if they are exposed to ultraviolet rays for extended periods of time, SUBARU recommends that your vehi- cle be stored in a place where it will not be exposed to direct sunlight.
Page 341 4-1. Maintenance and care WARNING ■ When washing the vehicle ● Do not wash the engine compartment and area adjacent to it. If water enters the engine air intake or electrical parts it will cause engine trouble or a malfunction of the power steering. ●...
Page 342 4-1. Maintenance and care CAUTION ■ To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and compo- nents (alloy wheels etc.) ● Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases: • After driving near the sea coast • After driving on salted roads •...
Page 343 4-1. Maintenance and care CAUTION ■ When using a high pressure car wash Do not bring the nozzle tip close to boots (rubber or resin manufactured cover), connectors or the following parts. The parts may be damaged if they come into contact with high-pressure water. •...
Page 344: Cleaning And Protecting The Vehicle Interior
4-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior The following procedures will help protect your vehicle's interior and keep it in top condition: ■ Protecting the vehicle interior ● Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner. Wipe dirty sur- faces with a cloth dampened with lukewarm water.
Page 345 4-1. Maintenance and care ■ Caring for leather areas SUBARU recommends cleaning the interior of the vehicle at least twice a year to maintain the quality of the vehicle’s interior. ■ Shampooing the carpets There are several commercial foaming-type cleaners available. Use a sponge or brush to apply the foam.
Page 346 4-1. Maintenance and care CAUTION ■ Cleaning detergents ● Do not use organic substances such as benzene or gasoline, acidic or alkaline solutions, dye, bleach or other detergent. Doing so may discolor the vehicle interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces. ●...
Page 347 4-1. Maintenance and care CAUTION ■ Cleaning the inside of the rear window ● Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires. ● Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause damage to the rear window defogger heater wires. Use a cloth dampened with lukewarm water to gently wipe the window clean.
Page 348: Cleaning And Protecting The Alcantara ® Area
4-1. Maintenance and care ® Cleaning and protecting the Alcantara area The following procedures will protect and keep your vehicle’s ® Alcantara upholstery in top condition: ■ Day-to-day cleaning Perform the following procedures regularly (approximately once a month). ® Wipe the entire Alcantara area with a soft cloth that has STEP been dampened with lukewarm water (approximately 104 F...
Page 349 4-1. Maintenance and care ® If the Alcantara upholstery surface becomes uneven, STEP lightly brush it with a soft brush. Allow the surface to dry completely. STEP ■ Oil stains You will need the following items: ● A cloth that has been dampened with benzene ●...
Page 350: 4-2. Maintenance
■ Repair and replacement It is recommended that genuine SUBARU parts be used for repair to ensure performance of each system. If non-SUBARU parts are used in replacement or if a repair shop other than a SUBARU dealer performs repairs, warranty...
Page 351 4-2. Maintenance ■ Allow inspection and repairs to be performed by a SUBARU dealer ● SUBARU technicians are well-trained specialists and are kept up to date with the latest service information. They are well informed about the operations of all systems on your vehicle.
Page 352 4-2. Maintenance WARNING ■ If your vehicle is not properly maintained It could result in serious damage to the vehicle and possible serious injury or death. ■ Warning in handling of battery ● Before beginning work on or near any battery, be sure to extinguish all cig- arettes, matches, and lighters.
Page 353: 4-2. Maintenance
Non-SUBARU approved flushing systems use chemicals and/or sol- vents which have not been tested or approved by SUBARU. SUBARU warranties do not cover any part of the vehicle which is damaged by adding or applying chemicals and/or solvents other than those approved...
Page 354: Vehicle Interior
4-2. Maintenance Vehicle interior Items Check points • Moves smoothly (without uneven Accelerator pedal pedal effort or catching)? • Can the vehicle be held securely Automatic transmission “Park” on an incline with the select lever mechanism in P? • Moves smoothly? •...
Page 355: Vehicle Exterior
4-2. Maintenance Vehicle exterior Items Check points Door/trunk lid • Operate smoothly? Engine hood • The lock system works properly? • Is there any leakage after park- Fluid leaks ing? • Inflation pressure is correct? • Tire surfaces not worn or dam- aged? Tire •...
Page 356: Emission Inspection And Maintenance (I/M) Programs
If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on The OBD system determines that a problem exists somewhere in the emission control system. Your vehicle may not pass the I/ M test and may need to be repaired. Contact your SUBARU dealer to service the vehicle. ■...
Page 357: 4-3. Do-It-Yourself Maintenance
Brake fluid level ( P. 366) • Rag or paper towel • Funnel (used only for adding brake fluid) • SUBARU Super Coolant or simi- lar high-quality ethylene glycol- based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid Engine coolant level ( P.
Page 358 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Items Parts and tools • Bulb with same number and watt- age rating as original Light bulbs ( P. 405) • Phillips-head screwdriver • Flathead screwdriver Radiator and condenser ( P. 366) • Tire pressure gauge Tire inflation pressure ( P. 382) •...
Page 359 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance WARNING The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death or serious injury, observe the following precautions. ■ When working in the engine compartment ● Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine drive belt.
Page 360: Engine Hood
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Engine hood Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the engine hood. Pull the engine hood release STEP lever. The engine hood will pop up slightly. Push the auxiliary catch lever STEP to the left and lift the engine hood.
Page 361 ● Do not attach any accessories other than genuine SUBARU products to the engine hood. Such additional weight on the engine hood may cause it to be too heavy to be supported by the supporting rod when opened.
Page 362: Engine Compartment
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Engine compartment Battery ( P. 368) Washer fluid tank ( P. 372) Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 361) Electric cooling fans Brake fluid reservoir Condenser ( P. 366) ( P. 366) Radiator ( P. 366) Engine oil filler cap Engine coolant reservoir ( P.
Page 363 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Engine oil With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil level on the dipstick. ■ Checking the engine oil Park the vehicle on level ground. After warming up the engine STEP and turning it off, wait more than five minutes for the oil to drain back into the bottom of the engine.
Page 364 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ Adding engine oil If the oil level is below or near the low level mark, add engine oil of the same type as already in the engine. Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before adding oil.
Page 365 Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the ground. Call your SUBARU dealer, service station or auto parts store for informa- tion concerning recycling or disposal. ●...
Page 366: Engine Coolant
If the coolant level drops within a short time after replenishing Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine coolant filler cap, radiator cap, drain cock and water pump. If you cannot find a leak, have your SUBARU dealer pressure test the cap and check for leaks in the cooling system.
Page 367 SUBARU Super Coolant is a mixture of 50% coolant and 50% deionized water. (Enabled: -31 F [-35 C]) For more details about engine coolant, contact your SUBARU dealer.
Page 368 Check the radiator and condenser and clear away any foreign objects. If either of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure of their condition, have your vehicle checked by your SUBARU dealer. WARNING ■ When the engine is hot Do not touch the radiator or condenser as they may be hot and cause seri- ous injuries, such as burns.
Page 369 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ Adding fluid Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items. Fluid type FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid Items Clean funnel ■ Brake fluid can absorb moisture from the air Excess moisture in the fluid can cause a dangerous loss of braking effi- ciency.
Page 370 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Battery Check the battery as follows. ■ Battery exterior Make sure that the battery terminals are not corroded and that there are no loose connections, cracks, or loose clamps. Hold-down clamp Terminals ■ Checking battery fluid Check that the level is between “UPPER LEVEL”...
Page 371 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ Adding distilled water O.K. Remove the vent plug. STEP Add distilled water. STEP If the “UPPER LEVEL” line cannot be seen, check the fluid level by looking directly at the cell. Put the vent plug back on and close securely. STEP...
Page 372 Make sure to turn off the engine before disconnect the battery. Take extra care when connecting the battery if the push-button ignition switch mode prior to discharge is unknown. If the engine will not start even after multiple attempts, contact your SUBARU dealer.
Page 373 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance WARNING ■ Chemicals in the battery A battery contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid and may produce hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. To reduce the risk of death or serious injury, take the following precautions while working on or near the battery: ●...
Page 374 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION ■ When recharging the battery Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all accessories are turned off. ■ When adding distilled water Avoid overfilling. Water spilled during battery recharging may cause corro- sion.
Page 375 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance WARNING ■ When adding washer fluid Do not add washer fluid when the engine is hot or running, as washer fluid contains alcohol and may catch fire if spilled on the engine etc. CAUTION ■ Washer fluid Do not use soapy water or engine antifreeze instead of washer fluid.
Page 376: Tires
Tire rotation Vehicles with a compact spare tire Rotate the tires in the order shown. To equalize tire wear and extend tire life, SUBARU rec- ommends that tire rotation is Front carried out at the same inter- val as tire inspection.
Page 377 ■ The tire pressure monitoring system (if equipped) Your SUBARU is equipped with a tire pressure monitoring sys- tem that uses tire pressure warning valves and transmitters to detect low tire inflation pressure before serious problems arise.
Page 378 A tire goes flat repeatedly or cannot be properly repaired due to the size or location of a cut or other damage If you are not sure, consult with your SUBARU dealer. ■ Replacing tires and wheels (vehicles with a tire pressure monitor-...
Page 379 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ Maximum load of tire Check that the maximum load of the replacement tire is greater than 1/2 of the Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR) of either the front axle or the rear axle, whichever is greater. For the GAWR, see the Certification Label.
Page 380 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ Initializing the tire pressure monitoring system (if equipped) Initialize the system with the tire inflation pressure adjusted to the speci- fied level. ■ Routine tire inflation pressure checks (vehicles with a tire pressure monitoring system) The tire pressure monitoring system does not replace routine tire infla- tion pressure checks.
Page 381 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance WARNING ■ Tire pressure monitoring system operation (if equipped) The tire pressure monitoring system may not provide warning immedi- ately if a tire bursts or if sudden air leakage occurs. ■ When inspecting or replacing tires Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents. Failure to do so may cause damage to parts of the drive train, as well as dangerous handling characteristics, which may lead to an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
Page 382 (vehicles with a tire pressure moni- toring system) ● When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters, contact your SUBARU dealer as the tire pres- sure warning valves and transmitters may be damaged if not handled correctly. ●...
Page 383 SUBARU dealer. ■ Wheel alignment Incorrect wheel alignment can result in uneven tire wear reducing the stabil- ity of the vehicle. If you notice uneven tire wear, contact a SUBARU dealer to have the wheel alignment inspected.
Page 384: Tire Inflation Pressure
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Tire inflation pressure ■ Tire inflation pressure The recommended cold tire inflation pressure and tire size is dis- played on the tire and loading information label. ( P. 502)
Page 385 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ Inspection and adjustment procedure Tire valve Tire pressure gauge Remove the tire valve cap. STEP Press the tip of the tire pressure gauge onto the tire valve. STEP Read the pressure using the graduations of the gauge. STEP If the tire inflation pressure is not within the recommended STEP...
Page 386 Reduced tire life due to wear ● Reduced safety ● Damage to the drive train If a tire needs frequent refilling, have it checked by your SUBARU dealer. ■ Instructions for checking tire inflation pressure When checking tire inflation pressure, observe the following: ●...
Page 387 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance WARNING ■ Proper inflation is critical to save tire performance Keep your tires properly inflated. If the tires are not properly inflated, the following conditions may occur which could lead to an accident resulting in death or serious injury: ●...
Page 388: Wheels
● Bent wheels that have been straightened ■ Alloy wheel precautions ● Use only SUBARU wheel nuts and wrenches designed for use with your alloy wheels. ● When rotating, repairing or changing your tires, check that the wheel nuts are still tight after driving 1000 miles (1600 km).
Page 389 When replacing wheels (vehicles with a tire pressure monitoring system) The wheels of your SUBARU are equipped with tire pressure warning valves and transmitters that allow the tire pressure monitoring system to provide advanced warning in the event of a loss in tire inflation pressure.
Page 390 Because tire repair or replacement may affect the tire pressure warn- ing valves and transmitters, make sure to have tires serviced by your SUBARU dealer or other qualified service shop. In addition, make sure to purchase your tire pressure warning valves and transmitters at your SUBARU dealer.
Page 391: Air Conditioning Filter
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Air conditioning filter The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air conditioning efficiency. ■ Removal method Vehicles without a keyless access with push button STEP start system Turn the engine switch off. Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system Turn the push-button ignition switch off.
Page 392 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Lower the glove box slowly STEP until surface is horizontal with the floor, then pull it out. (Simply pulling with gentle force will disengage the lower claws.) Lower claw Lower claw engagement point Do not forcibly pull the glove box.
Page 393 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ Checking interval Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement may be required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet” [except for Canada] or “Warranty and Service Booklet”...
Page 394: Transmitter/Access Key Battery
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Transmitter/access key battery Replace the battery with a new one if it is depleted. ■ You will need the following items: ● Flathead screwdriver ● Lithium battery CR2016 (vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system), or CR2032 (vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system) ■...
Page 395 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Open the case cover using a STEP coin protected with tape and remove the depleted battery. Insert a new battery with the “+” terminal facing up. ■ Replacing the battery (vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system) Take out the mechanical key.
Page 396 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Remove the depleted battery. STEP To prevent damage to the key, wrap the tip of the screwdriver with protective tape. Install a new battery with the STEP “+” terminal facing up, as shown in the illustration. Align the protruding part with STEP the slot and install the cover.
Page 397 CR2032 (vehicles with a keyless access with push but- ton start system) lithium battery ● Batteries can be purchased at your SUBARU dealer, local electrical appliance shops or camera stores. ● Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Page 398 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION ■ For normal operation after replacing the battery Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents: ● Always work with dry hands. Moisture may cause the battery to rust. ● Do not touch or move any other component inside the remote control. ●...
Page 399: Checking And Replacing Fuses
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Checking and replacing fuses If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may have blown. If this happens, check and replace the fuses as necessary. Vehicles without a keyless access with push button STEP start system Turn the engine switch off.
Page 400 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance After a system failure, see “Fuse layout and amperage rat- STEP ings” ( P. 400) for details about which fuse to check. Remove the fuse with the pull- STEP out tool. Check if the fuse has blown. STEP Type A Normal fuse...
Page 401 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Type C Normal fuse Blown fuse Contact your SUBARU dealer. Type D Normal fuse Blown fuse Contact your SUBARU dealer.
Page 402 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Fuse layout and amperage ratings ■ Engine compartment Fuse Ampere Circuit MIR HTR 7.5 A Outside rear view mirror defoggers 25 A Electric cooling fan (PUSH-AT) 7.5 A Engine control unit ABS NO. 1 40 A HEATER 50 A Air conditioning system WASHER...
Page 403 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Fuse Ampere Circuit SPARE See note. Spare fuse SPARE See note. Spare fuse SPARE See note. Spare fuse SPARE See note. Spare fuse SPARE See note. Spare fuse 7.5 A Starting system ALT-S 7.5 A (STR LOCK) 7.5 A Steering lock system 20 A...
Page 404 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Fuse Ampere Circuit HORN NO. 2 7.5 A Horn HORN NO. 1 7.5 A Horn H-LP LH LO 15 A Left-hand headlight (low beam) H-LP RH LO 15 A Right-hand headlight (low beam) H-LP LH HI 10 A Left-hand headlight (high beam) H-LP RH HI 10 A...
Page 405 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ Instrument panel Fuse Ampere Circuit Main body ECU, outside rear view ECU ACC 10 A mirrors P/POINT No.2 15 A Power outlet PANEL 10 A Illumination TAIL 10 A Tail lights 10 A Daytime running light system UNIT IG1 STOP 7.5 A...
Page 406 Never use a fuse of a higher amperage rating than indicated, or use any other object in place of a fuse. ● Always use a genuine SUBARU fuse or equivalent. ● Do not modify the fuse or the fuse box.
Page 407: Light Bulbs
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Light bulbs You may replace the following bulbs by yourself. The difficulty level of replacement varies depending on the bulb. If necessary bulb replacement seems difficult to perform, contact your SUBARU dealer. ■ Preparing a replacement light bulb Check the wattage of the light bulb being replaced.
Page 408 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ Rear bulb locations License plate lights Back-up lights ■ Inside bulb locations Interior light Vanity lights (if equipped)
Page 409 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Replacing light bulbs ■ Front side marker lights Turn the steering wheel in the STEP opposite direction of the light to be replaced. Turn the steering wheel to a point that allows your hand to easily fit between the tire and fender liner.
Page 410 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Pull out the lamp and turn the STEP lens counterclockwise. Remove the light bulb. STEP When installing, reverse the steps listed. STEP...
Page 411 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ Back-up lights Remove the clips. STEP To prevent damage to the vehicle, cover the tip of the screwdriver with a rag. Turn the bulb base counterclock- STEP wise. Remove the light bulb. STEP When installing, reverse the steps listed. STEP...
Page 412 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ License plate lights Remove the trunk lid panel cover STEP clips and partly remove the trunk lid panel cover. To prevent damage to the vehicle, cover the tip of the screwdriver with a rag. Turn the bulb base counterclock- STEP wise.
Page 413 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ Interior light Remove the lens. STEP To prevent damage to the interior light, cover the tip of the screw- driver with a rag. Remove the light bulb. STEP When installing, reverse the steps listed. STEP...
Page 414 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ Vanity lights (if equipped) Open the cover and remove the STEP lens. To prevent damage to the vanity light, cover the tip of the screw- driver with a rag. Remove the light bulb. STEP When installing, reverse the steps listed. STEP...
Page 415 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ Replacing the following bulbs If any of the lights listed below has burnt out, have it replaced by your SUBARU dealer. ● Headlights ● Parking lights/daytime running lights ● Front turn signal lights ● Front fog lights (if equipped) ●...
Page 416 (if equipped), stop/tail lights, stop lights, rear turn signal lights, rear side marker lights and high mounted stoplight consist of a number of LEDs. If any of the LEDs burn out, take your vehicle to your SUBARU dealer to have the light replaced.
Page 417 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance WARNING ■ Replacing light bulbs ● Only replace a bulb when it is cool enough to touch. Do not attempt to replace bulbs while they are hot, as doing so may cause burns. ● Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. When it is unavoidable to hold the glass portion, use and hold with a clean dry cloth to avoid getting moisture and oils on the bulb.
Page 418 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance...
Page 419: When Trouble Arises
When trouble arises 5-1. Essential information If the select lever cannot be shifted from P.... 474 Hazard warning If you lose your keys ..475 flashers ......418 If the access key does If your vehicle needs to not operate properly..476 be towed ......
Page 420: Hazard Warning Flashers
5-1. Essential information Hazard warning flashers The hazard warning flashers are used to warn other drivers when the vehicle has to be stopped in the road due to a breakdown, etc. Press the switch. All the turn signal lights will flash.
Page 421: If Your Vehicle Needs To Be Towed
If your vehicle needs to be towed If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by your SUBARU dealer or a commercial towing service, using a flat bed truck. The vehicle must be secured properly with safety chains. Each safety chain should be equally tightened and care must be taken not to pull the chains so tightly that the suspension bottoms out.
Page 422 5-1. Essential information ■ Before emergency towing STEP Release the parking brake. STEP Shift the select lever to N (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or shift lever to neutral (vehicles with a manual transmission). STEP Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system: Turn the engine switch to the “ACC”...
Page 423 5-1. Essential information CAUTION ■ To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission in emergency towing (vehicles with an automatic transmission) Never tow a vehicle from the rear with four wheels on the ground. This may cause serious damage to the transmission. ■...
Page 424 5-1. Essential information Rear Insert the towing eyelet into the STEP hole and tighten partially by hand. Tighten down the towing eyelet STEP securely using a wheel nut wrench. ■ Location of the emergency towing eyelet P. 457...
Page 425 5-1. Essential information WARNING ■ Installing towing eyelets to the vehicle Make sure that towing eyelet is installed securely. If not securely installed, towing eyelets may come loose during towing. This may lead to accidents that cause serious injury or even death. ■...
Page 426 5-1. Essential information CAUTION ■ To prevent body damage Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear. ■ Towing with a wheel lift-type truck is not recommended If a flat bed truck is not available, observe the following precautions to pre- vent damage to the drive train or body.
Page 427 5-1. Essential information Using a flat bed truck If you use chains or cables to tie down your vehicle, the angles shaded in black must be 45 . Do not overly tighten the tie downs or the vehicle may be damaged.
Page 428: If You Think Something Is Wrong
5-1. Essential information If you think something is wrong If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs adjustment or repair. Contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. ■ Visible symptoms ● Fluid leaks under the vehicle (Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
Page 429: Fuel Pump Shut Off System
5-1. Essential information Fuel pump shut off system When the vehicle sustains an impact in an accident, etc., the fuel pump shut off system operates to stop supplying fuel in order to minimize fuel leakage. Follow the procedure below to restart the engine after the system is activated.
Page 430: If A Warning Light Turns On
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous. The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys- tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your SUBARU dealer. Warning light Warning light/Details Brake system warning light •...
Page 431: If A Warning Light Turns On
Stop the vehicle immediately. The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the vehi- cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your SUBARU dealer. Warning light Warning light/Details Charging system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.
Page 432 Have the vehicle inspected immediately. Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident. Have the vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer immediately. Warning light Warning light/Details Malfunction indicator lamp (U.S.A.)
Page 433 If it is, tighten it securely. The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after several driving trips. If the malfunction indicator lamp does not go off even after several trips, con- tact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. ■ SRS airbag system warning light P.
Page 434 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Follow the correction procedures. After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem, check that the warning light turns off. Warning light Warning light/Details Correction procedure Open door warning light (if equipped) Check that both side doors Indicates that a door or the and the trunk lid are closed.
Page 435 • Natural causes ( P. 435) even if the tire inflation • Flat tire ( P. 457) pressure is adjusted, have the system checked by your SUBARU dealer. When the light comes on after blinking for approxi- mately one minute: Have the system checked Malfunction in the tire pres- by your SUBARU dealer.
Page 436 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency : Driver’s seatbelt buzzer: Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system The driver’s seatbelt buzzer sounds to alert the driver that his or her seatbelt is not fastened. Once the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position, the buzzer sounds for 6 seconds.
Page 437 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency ■ Low fuel level warning light When the vehicle is on an incline, curve and so forth, the fuel inside the tank moves, which may cause the warning light to come on early. ■...
Page 438 If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, in particular around the wheels or wheel housings. ● If non-genuine SUBARU wheels are used. (Even if you use SUBARU wheels, the tire pressure monitoring system may not work properly with some types of tires.) ●...
Page 439 Check the tires. If the tire is flat, change to the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest SUBARU dealer. ● Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
Page 440 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency WARNING ■ Maintenance of the tires (vehicles with a tire pressure monitoring system) Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label (tire and load information label).
Page 441 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency WARNING TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.
Page 442: If A Warning Message Is Displayed
Multi-information display If any of the warning light comes on again after the following actions have been performed, contact your SUBARU dealer. Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous. The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys- tem.
Page 443 Stop the vehicle immediately. The following warning indicates the possibility of damage to the vehi- cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your SUBARU dealer. Warning message Details Indicates that the engine is almost overheating.
Page 444 Have the vehicle inspected immediately. Failure to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident. Have the vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer immediately. Warning message Details Indicates a malfunction in: •...
Page 445 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Warning message Details Indicates a malfunction in the keyless access with push button start system. A buzzer also sounds. (Flashes) (Flashes in yellow)
Page 446 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Follow the correction procedures. After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem, check that the warning message and light go off. Warning message Details Correction procedure Indicates that one or more of the doors is not fully closed The system also indi- cates which doors are...
Page 447 A buzzer also be driven. If the mes- sounds. sage is not cleared, contact your SUBARU (Vehicles with an auto- dealer. matic transmission) Indicates that the push- button ignition switch is turned off and the driver’s door is opened...
Page 448 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Have the malfunction repaired immediately. After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem, check that the warning message and light go off. Interior Exterior Correction Warning message Details buzzer buzzer procedure Indicates that the Confirm access key is not...
Page 449 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Interior Exterior Correction Warning message Details buzzer buzzer procedure The access key was carried out- side the vehicle Turn the and the driver’s push-but- door was ton igni- opened and tion switch Once 3 times closed while the off or bring...
Page 450 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Interior Exterior Correction Warning message Details buzzer buzzer procedure An attempt was made to exit the Turn the vehicle with the push-but- Contin- access key and ton igni- uous touch the lock tion switch Once (5 sec- sensor to lock the...
Page 451 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Interior Exterior Correction Warning message Details buzzer buzzer procedure The driver’s door was opened while any shift position other Shift the Contin- than P was select uous selected without lever to P. (Flashes) turning off the (Vehicles with an auto- push-button igni-...
Page 452 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Interior Exterior Correction Warning message Details buzzer buzzer procedure An attempt was made to lock the Retrieve doors using the the access Contin- keyless access key from uous with push button the vehicle (5 sec- start system and lock...
Page 453 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Interior Exterior Correction Warning message Details buzzer buzzer procedure • When the doors were unlocked with the mechani- cal key and then the push-button Touch the ignition switch access was pressed, the key to the access key could push-but- not be detected in...
Page 454 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Interior Exterior Correction Warning message Details buzzer buzzer procedure • When the doors were unlocked with the mechani- cal key and then the push-button Touch the ignition switch access was pressed, the key to the access key could push-but- not be detected in...
Page 455 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Interior Exterior Correction Warning message Details buzzer buzzer procedure Next time when starting engine, increase the engine Power was speed turned off due to slightly the automatic and main- power off func- tain that tion.
Page 456 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Interior Exterior Correction Warning message Details buzzer buzzer procedure The driver’s door was opened and Press the closed with the push-but- push-button igni- ton igni- tion switch turned tion switch off and then the while push-button igni- depress-...
Page 457 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Interior Exterior Correction Warning message Details buzzer buzzer procedure The driver’s door was opened and Press the closed with the push-but- push-button igni- ton igni- tion switch turned tion switch off and then the while push-button igni- depress-...
Page 458 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Interior Exterior Correction Warning message Details buzzer buzzer procedure The push-button ignition switch Con- Shift the has been turned tinu- select off with the select lever to P. (Flashes) lever in a posi- tion other than P.
Page 459: If You Have A Flat Tire
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If you have a flat tire Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire. The flat tire can be replaced with the spare tire. ■ Before jacking up the vehicle ● Stop the vehicle in a safe place on a hard, flat surface. ●...
Page 460 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Vehicles with a spare tire of the same wheel type as the installed tires Towing eyelet Jack handle Wheel nut Jack wrench Spare tire Screwdriver...
Page 461 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Taking out the spare tire Vehicles with a compact spare tire Remove the luggage mat. STEP Remove the cover and loosen STEP the center fastener that secures the spare tire. Vehicles with a spare tire of the same wheel type as the installed tires Loosen the center fastener that secures the spare tire.
Page 462 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Replacing a flat tire Chock the tires. STEP Wheel Flat tire chock posi- tions Behind the Left- rear right- hand hand side side tire Front Behind the Right- rear left- hand hand side side tire In front of...
Page 463 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Slightly loosen the wheel nuts STEP (one turn). Turn the tire jack portion “A” by STEP hand until the notch of the jack is in contact with the jack point. Raise the vehicle until the tire is STEP slightly raised off the ground.
Page 464 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Installing the spare tire Remove any dirt or foreign mat- STEP ter from the wheel contact sur- face. If foreign matter is on the wheel contact surface, the wheel nuts may loosen while the vehicle is in motion, and the tire may come off the vehicle.
Page 465 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Lower the vehicle. STEP Firmly tighten each nut two or STEP three times in the order shown in the illustration. Tightening torque: 89 ft•lbf (120 N•m, 12.2 kgf•m) Stow the flat tire, tire jack and all tools. ( P. 465) STEP...
Page 466 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency ■ The compact spare tire (vehicles with a compact spare tire) ● The compact spare tire is identified by the label “TEMPORARY USE ONLY” on the tire sidewall. Use the compact spare tire temporarily only in an emergency. ●...
Page 467 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency ■ Storing a tire (for compact spare tire) Vehicles with a T145/70D17 compact STEP spare tire only: Install the spare tire spacer with the “Ft ” mark facing the front of the vehicle and the rear edge of the spacer contacting the vehicle body.
Page 468 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency WARNING ■ Using the tire jack Improper use of the tire jack may lead to death or serious injuries due to the vehicle suddenly falling off the jack. ● Do not use the tire jack for any purpose other than replacing tires or installing and removing tire chains.
Page 469 • If there are any cracks or deformations in the bolt screws, nut threads or bolt holes of the wheel, have the vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer. • When installing the wheel nuts, be sure to install them with the...
Page 470 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency WARNING ■ When using the compact spare tire (vehicles with a compact spare tire) ● Remember that your compact spare tire is specifically designed for use with your vehicle. Do not use your compact spare tire on another vehicle.
Page 471 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency WARNING ■ When the compact spare tire is attached (vehicles with a compact spare tire) The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following sys- tems may not operate correctly: ● ABS &...
Page 472 When replacing the tires (vehicles with a tire pressure monitoring system) When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter, contact your SUBARU dealer as the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter may be damaged if not handled correctly. ■...
Page 473: If The Engine Will Not Start
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If the engine will not start If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are being followed ( P. 172, 182), consider each of the following points. ■ The engine will not start even when the starter motor oper- ates normally.
Page 474 ● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system. (vehi- cles with a keyless access with push button start system) Contact your SUBARU dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures are unknown. Emergency start function (vehicles with a keyless access with...
Page 475 Push and hold the push-button ignition switch for about 15 STEP seconds while depressing the brake pedal and clutch pedal firmly. Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by your SUBARU dealer.
Page 476: If The Select Lever Cannot Be Shifted From P
(a system to prevent accidental operation of the select lever). Have the vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer immediately. The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that the select lever can be shifted.
Page 477: If You Lose Your Keys
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If you lose your keys New genuine keys can be made by your SUBARU dealer. For vehi- cles without a keyless access with push button start system, bring a master key and the key number stamped on the key number plate.
Page 478: If The Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If the access key does not operate properly (vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system) If communication between the access key and vehicle is interrupted ( P. 31) or the access key cannot be used because the battery is depleted, the keyless access with push button start system and remote keyless entry system cannot be used.
Page 479 Firmly depress the brake pedal and check that the keyless STEP access with push button start system indicator light (green) turns on. Press the push-button ignition switch. STEP In the event that the push-button ignition switch still cannot be oper- ated, contact your SUBARU dealer.
Page 480 Firmly depress the clutch pedal and check that the keyless STEP access with push button start system indicator light (green) turns on. Press the push-button ignition switch. STEP In the event that the push-button ignition switch still cannot be oper- ated, contact your SUBARU dealer.
Page 481 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency ■ Stopping the engine Vehicles with an automatic transmission: Shift the select lever to P and press the push-button ignition switch as you normally do when stopping the engine. Vehicles with a manual transmission: Shift the shift lever to neutral and press the push-button ignition switch as you normally do when stopping the engine.
Page 482: If The Battery Is Discharged
The following procedures may be used to start the engine if the vehi- cle's battery is discharged. You can call your SUBARU dealer or a qualified repair shop. If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehi- cle with a 12-volt battery, you can jump start your vehicle following the steps below.
Page 483 Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper STEP cables in the exact reverse order in which they were con- nected. Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.
Page 484 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency ■ Starting the engine when the battery is discharged The engine cannot be started by push-starting. ■ Avoiding a discharged battery ● Turn off the headlights and the air conditioning system while the engine is off.
Page 485 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency WARNING ■ Avoiding battery fires or explosions Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam- mable gas that may be emitted from the battery. ● Make sure the jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it is not unintentionally in contact with any part other than the intended termi- nal.
Page 486 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION ■ When handling jumper cables Be careful that the jumper cables do not become tangled in the cooling fans or any of the belts when connecting or disconnecting them. ■ When closing the doors While pushing the door glass towards the inside of the vehicle, slowly close the door.
Page 487: If Your Vehicle Overheats
If you do not see steam: Carefully lift the hood. After the engine has cooled STEP down sufficiently, inspect the hoses and radiator core (radia- tor) for any leaks. Radiator Cooling fans If a large amount of coolant leaks, immediately contact your SUBARU dealer.
Page 488 (The fans may not operate in freezing temperatures.) If the fans are not operating: STEP Stop the engine immediately and contact your SUBARU dealer. If the fans are operating: Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest SUBARU dealer.
Page 489 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency WARNING ■ To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of your vehicle ● If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot, caus- ing serious injuries such as burns.
Page 490: If The Vehicle Becomes Stuck
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If the vehicle becomes stuck Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow: Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the select STEP lever to P (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or shift lever to neutral (vehicles with a manual transmission).
Page 491 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency WARNING ■ When attempting to free a stuck vehicle If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the sur- rounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or people. The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free.
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Page 493 Vehicle specifications 6-1. Specifications Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)..492 Fuel information ....505 Tire information ....509 6-2. Customization Customizable features ..522...
Page 494: Specifications Maintenance Data (Fuel, Oil Level, Etc.)
6-1. Specifications Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) Dimensions and weight 166.7 in. (4235 mm) Overall length 167.7 in. (4260 mm) Overall width 69.9 in. (1775 mm) Overall height 52.0 in. (1320 mm) Wheelbase 101.2 in. (2570 mm) Front 59.8 in. (1520 mm) Tread Rear 60.6 in.
Page 495 The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for your vehicle. This is the primary identification number for your SUBARU. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle. This number is stamped under the right-hand front seat.
Page 496 6-1. Specifications ■ Engine number The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown.
Page 497 6-1. Specifications Engine Model FA20 Horizontally opposed, liquid cooled 4 cylinder, 4- Type stroke gasoline Bore and stroke 3.4 in. (86 86 mm) Displacement 121.9 cu.in. (1998 cm Drive belt tension Automatic adjustment Fuel Fuel type Unleaded gasoline only Octane rating 93 AKI (98 RON) or higher* Fuel tank capacity 13.2 gal.
Page 498: Lubrication System
■ Engine oil selection Always use SUBARU approved engine oil. For details, we recom- mend that you contact your SUBARU dealer. If approved engine oil is unavailable, another motor oil of matching quality can also be used.
Page 499 6-1. Specifications Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here as an example): • The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the characteristic of the oil which allows cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow for easier starting of the engine in cold weather. •...
Page 500: Cooling System
Capacity Vehicles with a manual transmission 7.6 qt. (7.2 L, 6.3 Imp. qt.) Use either of the following. • SUBARU Super Coolant • Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non- Coolant type silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technol- Do not use plain water alone.
Page 501: Electrical System
6-1. Specifications Electrical system Battery Specific gravity reading at 1.250 1.290 Fully charged 68 F (20 C): 1.160 1.200 Half charged 1.060 1.100 Discharged Charging rates Quick charge 15 A max. Slow charge 5 A max. Differential Oil capacity (Refer- 1.20 qt.
Page 502 Fluid type ATF WS *: The fluid capacity is provided as a reference. If replacement is necessary, contact your SUBARU dealer. Manual transmission Gear oil capacity (Reference) 2.3 qt. (2.2 L, 1.9 Imp. qt.) Use either of the following: •...
Page 503: Brake Disc
: Parking brake lever travel when pulled up with a force of 45.0 lbf (200 N, 20.4 kgf). ■ Brake disc If you need information on the usage limit value of brake discs and the method for measuring them, we recommend that you consult your SUBARU dealer.
Page 504 6-1. Specifications Steering Free play Less than 1.2 in. (30 mm) Tires and wheels (for vehicles sold in the U.S.A. and Canada) Type A Tire size 215/45R17 87W, T135/80D16 101M Front 35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm or bar) Tire inflation pressure Rear (Recommended cold tire 35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm...
Page 505 6-1. Specifications Type C Tire size 215/40R18 85Y, T145/70D17 106M Front 35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm or bar) Tire inflation pressure Rear (Recommended cold tire 35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm or bar) inflation pressure) Spare 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm or bar) Wheel size 7 1/2 J, 17...
Page 506 6-1. Specifications Light bulbs Light Bulbs Bulb No. Type Front side marker lights W3.8W Exterior License plate lights Back-up lights W16W Vanity lights (if equipped) Trunk light Interior Interior light Door courtesy lights (if equipped) A: Wedge base bulbs (clear) B: Double end bulbs C: Wedge base bulbs (amber)
Page 507: Fuel Information
Do not be concerned if your vehi- cle sometimes knocks lightly when you drive up a hill or when you acceler- ate. Contact your SUBARU dealer if you use a fuel with the specified octane rating and your vehicle knocks heavily or persistently.
Page 508 Gasoline sold outside California is permitted to have higher sulfur levels, which may affect the performance of your vehicle’s catalytic converter and may produce a sulfur exhaust odor or smell. SUBARU recommends that you try a different brand of unleaded gasoline having lower sulfur to deter- mine if the problem is fuel related before returning your vehicle to an autho- rized dealer for service.
Page 509 (85% ethanol) than 10% ethanol). ● If you use gasohol in your SUBARU, be sure that it has an octane rating no lower than 93 AKI (98 RON). ● SUBARU DOES NOT recommend the use of gasoline containing metha- nol.
Page 510 6-1. Specifications CAUTION ■ Notice on fuel quality ● Do not use improper fuels. If improper fuels are used the engine and/or fuel system will be damaged. ● Do not use leaded gasoline. Leaded gasoline can cause damage to your vehicle’s three-way catalytic converters causing the emission control system to malfunction.
Page 511: Tire Information
6-1. Specifications Tire information Typical tire symbols Standard tire Compact spare tire Tire size ( P. 512) DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN) ( P. 511) Uniform tire quality grading For details, see “Uniform Tire Quality Grading” that follows. Location of treadwear indicators ( P.
Page 512 6-1. Specifications Tire ply composition and materials Plies are layers of rubber-coated parallel cords. Cords are the strands which form the plies in a tire. Radial tires or bias-ply tires A radial tire has “RADIAL” on the sidewall. A tire not marked “RADIAL”...
Page 513 6-1. Specifications Typical DOT and tire identification number (TIN) DOT symbol Type A Tire Identification Number (TIN) Tire manufacturer's identifica- tion mark Tire size code Manufacturer's optional tire type code (3 or 4 letters) Manufacturing week Type B Manufacturing year Manufacturer's code : The DOT symbol certifies that the tire conforms to...
Page 514 6-1. Specifications Tire size ■ Typical tire size information The illustration indicates typical tire size. Tire use (P = Passenger car, T = Temporary use) Section width (millimeters) Aspect ratio (tire height to section width) Tire construction code (R = Radial, D = Diagonal) Wheel diameter (inches) Load index (2 or 3 digits) Speed symbol...
Page 515 U.S. Department of Transportation. It provides the purchasers and/or prospective purchasers of SUBARU vehicles with information on uniform tire quality grading. Your SUBARU dealer will help answer any questions you may have as you read this information. ■ DOT quality grades All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades.
Page 516 6-1. Specifications ■ Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a speci- fied government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half (1 - 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
Page 517 6-1. Specifications Warning: The temperature grades of a tire assume that it is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either sepa- rately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire fail- ure. Glossary of tire terminology Tire related term Meaning Tire pressure when the vehicle has been...
Page 518 6-1. Specifications Tire related term Meaning 150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants Normal occupant specified in the second column of Table 1 that weight follows Distribution of occupants in a vehicle as speci- Occupant distribution fied in the third column of Table 1 below The combined weight of installed regular pro- duction options weighing over 5 lb.
Page 519 6-1. Specifications Tire related term Meaning The load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to each axle its share of curb Vehicle normal load weight, accessory weight, and normal occu- on the tire pant weight (distributed in accordance with Table 1 below), and dividing by two The surface area of the rim not covered by the...
Page 520 6-1. Specifications Tire related term Meaning A tire designed to operate at higher loads and Extra load tire at higher inflation pressures than the corre- sponding standard tire Groove The space between two adjacent tread ribs The layer(s) forming the inside surface of a Innerliner tubeless tire that contains the inflating medium within the tire...
Page 521 6-1. Specifications Tire related term Meaning The linear distance between the exteriors of the sidewalls of an inflated tire, including eleva- Overall width tions due to labeling, decorations, or protective bands or ribs A tire intended for use on passenger cars, mul- tipurpose passenger vehicles, and trucks, that Passenger car tire have a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of...
Page 522 6-1. Specifications Tire related term Meaning A tire that attains a traction index equal to or greater than 110, compared to the ASTM E- 1136 Standard Reference Test Tire, when using the snow traction test as described in ASTM F-1805-00, Standard Test Method for Snow tire Single Wheel Driving Traction in a Straight Line on Snow-and Ice-Covered Surfaces, and which...
Page 523 6-1. Specifications Designated seating Occupant distribution in Vehicle normal load, capacity, Number of a normally loaded Number of occupants occupants vehicle 2 through 4 2 in front 2 in front, 1 in second 5 through 10 seat 2 in front, 1 in second 11 through 15 seat, 1 in third seat, 1 in fourth seat...
Page 524: 6-2. Customization
Your vehicle includes a variety of electronic features that can be per- sonalized to your preferences. Programming these preferences requires specialized equipment and may be performed by your SUBARU dealer. Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other functions being customized. Contact your SUBARU dealer. Customized Item Function Default setting...
Page 525 6-2. Customization Customized Item Function Default setting setting Time elapsed before 30 seconds automatic door lock function is activated if 60 seconds 120 seconds door is not opened after being unlocked Operation signal (Hazard warning flash- ers) Operation signal (Buzzer) Remote key- Operation buzzer Level 5...
Page 526 6-2. Customization Customized Item Function Default setting setting Turn signal Lane change turn sig- lever nal function ( P. 195) Automatic light control Light sensor sensitivity ±0% -40% to +40% system ( P. 233) Time that the welcome lighting system oper- 60 seconds 30 seconds ates (when entering/...
Page 527 6-2. Customization Customized Item Function Default setting setting Auto dim- mer cancel Sensitivity of the auto Level 3 Level 1 (low) to function dimmer cancel function 5 (high) ( P. 199)
Page 528 6-2. Customization...
Page 529: For Owners
For owners Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ....528 Seatbelt instructions for Canadian owners (in French) ..... 529 SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners (in French) ..... 532...
Page 530: Reporting Safety Defects For U.s. Owners
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Subaru of America, Inc. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.
Page 531: Seatbelt Instructions For Canadian Owners (In French)
Seatbelt instructions for Canadian owners (in French) The following is a French explanation of seatbelt instructions extracted from the seatbelt section in this manual. See the seatbelt section for more detailed seatbelt instructions in English. Utilisation correcte des ceintures de sécurité ●...
Page 532 Guide de la ceinture de sécurité avant Pour faciliter le déroulage de la ceinture de sécurité, passez-la dans le guide. Lorsque vous accédez sièges arrière ou en descendez, sortez la ceinture de sécurité de son guide.
Page 533 Ne pas essayer d'installer, démonter, modifier ou mettre au rebut les ceintures de sécurité. Faites effectuer les réparations nécessaires par votre concessionnaire SUBARU. Une mauvaise manipulation des prétensionneurs peut en altérer le fonctionnement correct, avec un risque de blessures graves, voire mortelles.
Page 534: Srs Airbag Instructions For Canadian Owners (In French)
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners (in French) The following is a French explanation of SRS airbag instructions extracted from the SRS airbag section in this manual. See the SRS airbag section for more detailed SRS airbag instructions in English.
Page 535 Modèles équipés de coussins gonflables SRS et de dispositifs de retenue d'épaule pour le conducteur, le passager avant et les passagers arrière Votre véhicule équipé d'un système retenue supplémentaire, en plus de la sangle diagonale, à chacun des sièges avant et à chacun des sièges arrière. Le système de retenue supplémentaire (SRS) se compose de six coussins gonflables.
Page 536 DANGER ■ Airbag SRS ● Pour obtenir la protection maximum dans le cas d'un accident, le conducteur et tous les passagers du véhicules doivent toujours porter leurs ceintures de sécurité lorsque le véhicule est en mouvement. L'airbag SRS est conçu uniquement comme un complément à la protection principale fournie par la ceinture de sécurité.
Page 537 DANGER ■ Airbag SRS ● Les airbags SRS se déploient avec une force et une vitesse considérables. Les occupants qui ne sont pas dans des positions correctes lors du déploiement des airbags pourraient souffrir de blessures graves. Puisque l'airbag SRS a besoin de suffisamment de place pour se déployer, le conducteur doit toujours se tenir droit et le plus en arrière possible dans son siège, le plus éloigné...
Page 538 DANGER ■ Airbag SRS ● Placez les enfants de 12 ans et moins dans le siège arrière, correctement attachés à tout moment. L’airbag SRS se déploie avec une vitesse et une force considérable, et peut blesser et même tuer les enfants, particulièrement s'ils ont 12 ans ou moins et qu’ils ne sont pas retenus ou mal retenus.
Page 539 DANGER ■ Airbag SRS ● N’INSTALLEZ JAMAIS DE SIÈGE DE SÉCURITÉ ENFANT VERS L’ARRIÈRE DANS LE SIÈGE AVANT. LE FAIRE POURRAIT CAUSER DES BLESSURES GRAVES VOIRE MORTELLES À L’ENFANT EN PLAÇANT LA TÊTE DE L’ENFANT TROP PRÈS DE L’AIRBAG SRS. ●...
Page 540 Composition du système d’airbags SRS Capteur frontal secondaire Capteur d'impact de porte (côté droit) (côté droit) Témoin d'alerte du système Module de coussin gonflable d'airbags SRS rideau (côté droit) Module de l'airbag frontal Circuits électriques (côté conducteur)(à deux airbags étapes) Module de l'airbag latéral Témoin MARCHE et ARRÊT (côté...
Page 541 Capteur satellite de sécurité Capteur de l'airbag latéral (sous le siège arrière du (côté gauche du montant milieu) central) Capteur système Module de l'airbags latéral détection de passager du (côté conducteur) passager avant Capteur d'impact de porte Bouton boucle (côté gauche) ceinture de sécurité...
Page 542 Votre véhicule est équipé d'airbags avancés (ADVANCED AIRBAGS) conçus selon les normes de sécurité américaines applicables aux véhicules à moteur (FMVSS208). Le système d’airbag contrôle la puissance de déploiement des airbags pour le conducteur et le passager avant. Le système d'airbag passager avant comprend le module de contrôle de détection des occupants du siège passager avant, etc.
Page 543 étiquettes. Attachez toujours votre ceinture de sécurité. Le système avancé d'airbags frontaux SUBARU est un système de retenue en complément qui doit être utilisé en combinaison avec une ceinture de sécurité. Tous les occupants doivent mettre leur ceinture de sécurité...
Page 544 DANGER ■ En cas de déploiement (gonflage) des airbags SRS Ne touchez pas les composants du système d'airbag SRS près du volant et du tableau de bord à mains nues immédiatement après le déploiement. Le faire peut causer des brûlures car les composants peuvent être très chauds à...
Page 545 à réduire l'impact sur la tête des occupants. Votre véhicule est équipé d'un système de coussins gonflables rideaux SRS SUBARU conforme à la norme fédérale de sécurité No. 226 applicable aux véhicules à moteur (FMVSS).
Page 546 DANGER ■ En cas de déploiement (gonflage) des airbags SRS Ne touchez pas les composants du système d'airbag latéral SRS autour du dossier du siège avant à mains nues immédiatement après le déploiement. Le faire peut causer des brûlures car les composants peuvent être très chauds à...
Page 547 être grièvement blessés ou tués par le déploiement d'un airbag. Installez dans un siège de sécurité enfant les enfants trop jeunes pour pouvoir utiliser la ceinture de sécurité. SUBARU recommande vivement d'installer tous les nourrissons et jeunes enfants aux places arrière du véhicule et de prévoir pour eux des systèmes de retenue...
Page 548 DANGER ■ Précautions avec les airbags SRS ●Ne vous asseyez pas sur le bord du siège et ne vous appuyez pas contre le tableau de bord. ●Ne laissez pas un enfant rester debout devant l'airbag SRS passager avant ou bien s'asseoir sur les genoux du passager avant.
Page 549 DANGER ■ Précautions avec les airbags SRS ● Interdisez à quiconque de s'agenouiller sur le siège passager en appui contre la porte ou de sortir la tête ou les mains à l'extérieur du véhicule. ● Ne fixez ni ne posez aucun objet sur le tableau de bord ou la garniture centrale du moyeu de volant.
Page 550 ● Si les parties renfermant les airbags SRS, telles que la garniture du volant et les garnitures de montants avant et arrière, apparaissent abîmées ou craquelées, faites-les remplacer par votre concessionnaire SUBARU.
Page 551 DANGER ■ Modification et mise au rebut des éléments du système d'airbags SRS Consultez impérativement votre concessionnaire SUBARU si vous avez besoin d'intervenir sur votre véhicule ou de procéder à l'une des modifications suivantes. Les airbags SRS risquent de ne pas fonctionner correctement ou de se déployer (gonfler) accidentellement, provoquant ainsi des blessures graves,...
Page 552 Moniteurs du système d’airbags SRS système diagnostic Véhicules avec écran multifonctionnel contrôle continuellement monochrome fonctionnalité système d'airbag SRS (y-compris les prétensionneurs des ceintures de sécurité avants) lors de la conduite du véhicule. Le témoin lumineux du système d'airbags montrera l'opération Véhicules avec écran multifonctionnel couleurs normale en s'allumant pendant...
Page 553 ● Capteur d'impact de porte (côté droit) ● Capteur d'impact de porte (côté gauche) ● Module de l'airbags latéral (côté conducteur) ● Module de l'airbag latéral (côté passager avant) ● Capteur des airbags rideaux (côté droit de la roue arrière) ●...
Page 554 SRS et/ou du système de détection de l'occupant du siège passager avant. Amenez immédiatement votre véhicule chez votre concessionnaire SUBARU le plus proche afin de faire vérifier le système. Sans vérification et réparation adaptées, les prétensionneurs de ceintures de sécurité, le système de coussins gonflables SRS et/ou le...
Page 555: Index
Index Abbreviation list ..... 554 Alphabetical index....555 What to do if......565...
Page 556: Abbreviation List
Abbreviation list Abbreviation/Acronym list ABBREVIATIONS MEANING Anti-lock Brake System Accessory Automatic Locking Retractor CFRP Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic Child Restraint System DISP Display Electronic Control Unit Event Data Recorder Emergency Locking Retractor GAWR Gross Axle Weight Ratings GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Emission inspection and maintenance LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children...
Page 557: Alphabetical Index
Alphabetical index Alphabetical index A/C ........286, 293 Alarm...........87 ABS........... 257 Anti-lock brake system....257 Access key Audio input .......304 If the access key does Audio system not operate properly... 476 Audio input ......304 Air conditioning filter....389 AUX port........304 Air conditioning system iPod ........304 Air conditioning filter .....
Page 558 Alphabetical index Brightness control Child safety Instrument panel light Airbag precautions ....125 control .........201 Battery precautions ..371, 483 Child restraint system ... 141 How your child should Care wear the seatbelt ....62 ® Alcantara ......346 Installing child restraints..145 Alloy wheels ......337 Power window lock switch ..
Page 559 Alphabetical index Display If your vehicle becomes Drive information ....221 stuck ........488 Multi-information If your vehicle needs to display......210, 218 be towed ......419 Trip information ....211 If your vehicle overheats ..485 Warning messages....440 Engine Do-it-yourself maintenance..355 Compartment ......360 Door courtesy lights Engine hood ......358...
Page 560 Alphabetical index Front passenger's seatbelt I/M test ........354 reminder light......432 Identification Front seats Engine........493 Adjustment ......53 Vehicle ........493 Front side marker light Ignition switch....172, 182 Replacing light bulbs .....405 Ignition switch light Wattage.........504 Ignition switch light....306 Front turn signal lights Illuminated entry system..
Page 561 Alphabetical index Language (multi-information Meter display) ........228 Auto dimmer cancel License plate lights function .......201 Replacing light bulbs .... 405 Indicators.......203 Wattage ........ 504 Instrument panel Light bulbs light control ......201 Replacing ......405 Meters ........199 Wattage ........ 504 Multi-information Lights display......210, 218...
Page 562 Alphabetical index Paddle shift levers ....188 Seat heaters ......318 Parking brake ......197 Seatbelts Parking lights Adjusting the seatbelt....60 Switch........233 Automatic Locking Power outlets ......316 Retractor (ALR) ....62 Power windows ......74 Child restraint system installation......145 Cleaning and maintaining Radiator ........366 the seatbelts .......
Page 563 Alphabetical index Shift lever Switch Automatic transmission ..185 “DISP” switch ......213 If the select lever cannot Driving pattern selector be shifted from P....474 switch........187 Manual transmission .... 192 Engine switch ....172, 182 Shift lock system..... 474 Fog light switch .....239 Side airbags.......
Page 564 Alphabetical index Tachometer Towing Tachometer ......199 Dinghy towing ....... 283 Tail lights Emergency towing ....419 Switch........233 TRAC......... 257 Theft deterrent system “TRACK” mode ......259 Alarm........87 Traction control ....... 257 Engine immobilizer system ..82 Transmission shift Theft prevention labels....86 switches ......
Page 565 Alphabetical index Warning buzzers Low tire pressure....432 Electric power steering ..430 Malfunction indicator Keyless access with lamp ........430 push button start Master warning light ....432 system......442, 446 Open door ......432 Seatbelt reminder ....432 Pretensioners ......430 Warning lights Seatbelt reminder Anti-lock brake light ........432...
Page 566 Alphabetical index Windows Power windows .......74 Rear window defogger ..302 Washer........240 Windshield wipers ....240 Winter driving tips ....277...
Page 567: What To Do If
What to do if... What to do if... A tire punctures If you have a flat tire P. 457 If the engine will not start P. 471 The engine does not start P. 82 Engine immobilizer system If the battery is discharged P.
Page 568 What to do if... If a warning light turns on or a A warning light or indicator P. 428 warning buzzer sounds... light comes on ■ Instrument cluster Vehicles with a monochrome multi-information display Vehicles with a color multi-information display ■...
Page 569 What to do if... ■ Warning lights Brake system warning Slip indicator light P. 430 Automatic headlight leveling sys- tem warning light P. 428 P. 430 Cruise control indicator Charging system warn- light ing light P. 429 P. 430 Low engine oil pressure Open door warning light warning light P.
Page 570: Gas Station Information
(Drain and refill • Without filter 5.5 (5.2 P. 496 reference) • With filter 5.7 (5.4, 4.8) SUBARU approved engine oil Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil Engine oil type API classification SN with the words P. 496 “RESOURCE CONSERVING”...
Page 572 Vehicles shown on the cover of this booklet may not be available in all markets. Please see your Subaru Retailer for a Product Brochure detailing all currently available models. MSA5M1806A A4450BE-A Issued November 2017 Printed in USA 11/17 2018A SUBARU CORPORATION...