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Foreword
Congratulations on choosing a SUBARU vehicle. This Owner's
Manual has all the information necessary to keep your SUBARU in
excellent condition and to properly maintain the emission control
system for minimizing emission pollutants. We urge you to read
this manual carefully so that you may understand your vehicle and
its operation. For information not found in this Owner's Manual,
such as details concerning repairs or adjustments, please contact
the dealer from whom you purchased your SUBARU or the nearest
SUBARU dealer.
The information, specifications and illustrations found in this man-
ual are those in effect at the time of printing. FUJI HEAVY INDUS-
TRIES LTD. reserves the right to change specifications and de-
signs at any time without prior notice and without incurring any ob-
ligation to make the same or similar changes on vehicles previous-
ly sold. This Owner's Manual applies to all models and covers all
equipment, including factory installed options. Some explanations,
therefore may be for equipment not installed in your vehicle.
Please leave this manual in the vehicle at the time of resale. The
next owner will need the information found herein.
FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD., TOKYO, JAPAN
is a registered trademark of FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD.
© copyright 2006 FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD.

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  • Page 1 Foreword Congratulations on choosing a SUBARU vehicle. This Owner’s Manual has all the information necessary to keep your SUBARU in excellent condition and to properly maintain the emission control system for minimizing emission pollutants. We urge you to read this manual carefully so that you may understand your vehicle and its operation.
  • Page 2 000083 000084...
  • Page 4 Warranties Warranties for U.S.A. All SUBARU vehicles distributed by Suba- ru of America, Inc. and sold at retail by an authorized SUBARU dealer in the United States come with the following warranties: SUBARU Limited Warranty Emission Control Systems Warranty Emissions Performance Warranty...

  • Page 5: Safety Warnings

    This chapter informs you how to keep your SUBARU looking good. Chapter 11: Maintenance and service This chapter informs you when you need to take your SUBARU to the dealer for scheduled maintenance and informs you how to keep your SUBARU running prop- erly.

  • Page 6: Vehicle Symbols

    Vehicle symbols There are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Mark Name CAUTION Passengers’ windows lock Fuel Front fog lights Parking lights Hazard warning flasher Seat heater Child restraint lower anchor- ages Child restraint top tether an- chorages Horn Mark...

  • Page 7: Seat, Seatbelt And Srs Airbags

    Mark Name Rear gate (Transmitter) Safety precautions when driving Seatbelt and SRS airbag All persons in the vehicle should fasten their seatbelts BEFORE the vehicle starts to move. Otherwise, the possibility of serious injury becomes greater in the event of a sudden stop or accident.

  • Page 8: Child Safety

    Child safety Never hold a child on your lap or in your arms while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision, because the child will be caught between the passenger and objects inside the vehicle. While riding in the vehicle, infants and small children should always be placed in one of the rear seat-...

  • Page 9: Drinking And Driving

    Engine exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) Never inhale engine exhaust gas. Engine exhaust gas contains car- bon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which is dangerous, or even lethal, if inhaled. Always properly maintain the en- gine exhaust system to prevent engine exhaust gas from entering the vehicle.

  • Page 10: Modification Of Your Vehicle

    Modification of your vehicle Your vehicle should not be modified other than with genuine Subaru parts and accessories. Other types of modifications could affect its per- formance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental reg- ulations.

  • Page 11: Tire Pressures

    Tire pressures Driving at high speeds with exces- sively low tire pressures can cause the tires to deform severely and to rapidly become hot. A sharp in- crease in temperature could cause tread separation, and destruction of the tires. The resulting loss of vehi- cle control could lead to an acci- dent.

  • Page 12: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Keys and doors Instruments and controls Climate control Audio Interior equipment Starting and operating Driving tips In case of emergency Appearance care Maintenance and service Specifications Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Index...
  • Page 13 Illustrated index Exterior Engine hood lock release (page 11-4) Headlight switch (page 3-26) Bulb replacement (page 11-41) Wiper switch (page 3-30) Moonroof (page 2-23) Door locks (page 2-4) Tire pressure (page 11-25) Flat tires (page 9-7) Tire chains (page 8-11) 10) Fog light switch (page 3-29) 11) Tie-down hooks (page 9-16) 12) Towing hook (page 9-16)
  • Page 14 000105 Rear gate (page 2-22) Rear wiper blade assembly and rub- ber replacement (page 3-32) Rear window defogger button (page 3-33) Fuel filler lid and cap (page 7-3) Child safety locks (page 2-19) Tie-down hooks (page 9-16) Bulb replacement (page 11-41) Towing hook (page 9-16) –...
  • Page 15 Interior Passenger compartment area 000086 Seatbelt (page 1-16) Lower anchorages for child restraint system (page 1-39) Center console (page 6-5) Front seat (page 1-2) Second-row seat (page 1-7) Third-row seat (page 1-12)
  • Page 16 000087 Cargo area light (page 6-2) Dome lights (page 6-2) Rear center seatbelt (page 1-23) Sun visors (page 6-3) Map light (page 6-3) Top tether anchorages (Rear seat/ Second-row seat) (page 1-42) Top tether anchorages (Third-row seat) (page 1-42) – CONTINUED –...
  • Page 17 000088 Select lever (page 7-13) Hazard warning flasher switch (page 3-5) Multi function display (page 3-23) Glove box (page 6-5) Audio (page 5-1) Climate control (page 4-1) Cup holder (page 6-7/page 6-8)

  • Page 18: Door Lock (Page

    Instrument panel 000106 Door locks (page 2-4) Illumination brightness control (page 3-28) Remote control mirror (page 3-36) Windshield wiper deicer (page 3-33) Traction Control system OFF switch (page 7-27) Light control lever (page 3-26) Combination meter (page 3-5) Wiper control lever (page 3-29) Cruise control (page 7-31) 10) Horn (page 3-37) 11) SRS airbag (page 1-45)

  • Page 19: Fog Light Switch (Page

    Light control and wiper control levers/switches 000107 Parking light switch (page 3-28) Windshield wiper (page 3-29) Mist (page 3-31) Windshield washer (page 3-30) Rear window wiper and washer switch (page 3-32) Wiper control lever (page 3-30) Light control lever (page 3-26) Fog light switch (page 3-29) Headlight ON/OFF (page 3-26) 10) Headlight flasher High/Low beam...

  • Page 20: Combination Meter

    Combination meter U.S.-spec. vehicles x1000r/min R. DIFF TEMP SPORT BRAKE AT OIL TEMP 100 120 140 CRUSE km/h CHECK ENGINE Temperature gauge (page 3-9) Tachometer (page 3-8) Speedometer (page 3-7) Fuel gauge (page 3-8) Trip meter and odometer (page 3-7/ page 3-7) Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob (page 3-7)
  • Page 21 Canada-spec. vehicles x1000r/min R. DIFF TEMP SPORT BRAKE AT OIL 100 120 TEMP CRUSE km/h CHECK ENGINE Temperature gauge (page 3-9) Tachometer (page 3-8) Speedometer (page 3-7) Fuel gauge (page 3-8) Trip meter and odometer (page 3-7/ page 3-7) Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob (page 3-7) Selector lever/Gear position indicator (page 3-20)

  • Page 22: Warning And Indicator Light

    Warning and indicator light Mark Name Page Driver’s seatbelt warn- 3-10 ing light Front passenger’s 3-10 seatbelt warning light SRS airbag system 3-11 warning light CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunc- 3-13 tion indicator lamp Charge warning light 3-13 Oil pressure warning 3-13 light AT OIL temperature...

  • Page 23: Cargo Area

    Cargo area 7-seater models 000089 Jack handle (page 9-20) Maintenance tools (page 9-20) Jack (page 9-20) Spare tire (page 9-2)
  • Page 24 5-seater models Jack handle (page 9-20) Jack (page 9-20) Maintenance tools (page 9-20) Spare tire (page 9-2) 000148...

  • Page 25: Function Settings

    A SUBARU dealer can change the settings of the functions shown in the following table to meet your personal requirements. Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer for details. If your vehicle is equipped with navigation system, the settings for some of these functions can be changed using the monitor.
  • Page 26 Top tether anchorages ... *SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) ... 1-45 1-10 Your vehicle’s SRS configuration ... 1-11 Subaru advanced frontal airbag system ... 1-12 SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag ... 1-12 SRS airbag system monitors ... 1-13 SRS airbag system servicing ...

  • Page 27: Seat, Seatbelt And Srs Airbags

    Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Front seats Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Never adjust the seat while driv- ing to avoid the possibility of loss of vehicle control and of personal injury. Before adjusting the seat, make sure the hands and feet of rear seat passengers or luggage are clear of the adjusting mechanism.

  • Page 28: Power Seat

    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. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly re- strained in the rear seating posi- tions than in the front seating posi- tions.

  • Page 29: Memory Function (Driver's Seat Only - If Equipped)

    Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Seat cushion angle adjustment (Driver’s seat only) 100352 To adjust the seat cushion angle, pull up or push down the front end of the control switch. Seat height adjustment (Driver’s seat only) 100353 To adjust the seat height, pull up or push down the rear end of the control switch.

  • Page 30: Head Restraint Adjustment

    Retrieval of seat position Never retrieve the seat position while driving to avoid the possibil- ity of loss of vehicle control and of personal injury. Perform the seat position retrieval before driving. Be sure to confirm that the selector lever position is in the “P”...

  • Page 31: Active Head Restraint

    If your vehicle is involved in a rear-end collision, have an autho- rized SUBARU dealer inspect the active head restraints. The active head restraints may not operate in the event the vehi- cle experiences only a slight im- pact in the rear.

  • Page 32: Seat Heater (If Equipped)

    Seat heater (if equipped) 100357 The seat heater is equipped in the front seats. The seat heater operates when the igni- tion switch is in the “ON” position. The seat heater can be adjusted in three levels. Press the button to activate the seat heater.

  • Page 33: Fore And Aft Adjustment

    Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Before adjusting the seat, make sure the hands and feet of the rear seat passengers are clear of the adjusting mechanism (7-seater models only). Never adjust the seat while driving. Doing so is dangerous as the seat could move rapidly and you could be injured.

  • Page 34: Reclining The Seatback

    point so as not to trap the legs of passen- gers sitting on the third-row seat. It is possible to slide the seat or seat pair further rearward by releasing the lock that stops it. To do this, simultaneously pull the lever under the outboard seat cushion and turn the lever on the side of the seat cush- ion outward when sliding the seat or seat...

  • Page 35: Folding Down The Seatback

    1-10 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Folding down the seatback After returning the seat to its orig- inal position, be certain to place all of the seatbelts and the tab at- tached to the seat cushion above the seat cushion. And make cer- tain that the shoulder belts are ful- ly visible.

  • Page 36: Head Restraint Adjustment

    100681 1) Bar Folding the seatback of the center seat will expose the bar that re- tains it in the raised position. Be careful not to hurt yourself on it. Especially, do not rest your finger on the bar. Otherwise, when the seatback is raised, your finger could be pinched between the bar and seatback and thus injured.

  • Page 37: Armrest

    1-12 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags the head restraints to improve rearward visibility. Center seat The head restraint is not intended to be used at the lowest position. Be- fore sitting on the seat, raise the head restraint to an appropriate po- sition depending on your sitting height.

  • Page 38: Access To The Third-Row Seat

    100094 Never stack luggage or other cargo higher than the top of the seatback because it could tumble forward and injure passengers in the event of a sudden stop or accident. Access to the third-row seat There is a lever on the side of the second- row seat behind the front passenger’s seat.

  • Page 39: Folding Down The Seatback

    1-14 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags To get out from the third-row seat 100677 Raise the lever from the third-row seat. The seatback of the second-row seat will tip forward and the seat will slide forward. Before driving the vehicle, adjust the fore/ aft position of the second-row seat, raise the seatback, and make sure the seatback is securely locked in position.

  • Page 40: Head Restraint Adjustment

    NOTE 100647 1) Holder Before folding or raising the seat- back of the third-row seat, confirm that the seatbelt is flat against the sidewall at the lower point and the webbing is attached to the holder. When raising the seatback of the third-row seat, if the seatbelt catches on the seatback, hold the belt forward of the seatback while latching the seat-...

  • Page 41: Seatbelts

    1-16 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Seatbelts Seatbelt safety tips All persons in the vehicle should fasten their seatbelts BEFORE the vehicle starts to move. Otherwise, the possibility of serious injury becomes greater in the event of a sudden stop or accident. All belts should fit snugly in order to provide full restraint.

  • Page 42: Emergency Locking Retractor (Elr)

    and be restrained using the seatbelts. Ac- cording to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions. Never allow a child to stand up or kneel on the seat. If the shoulder portion of the belt crosses the face or neck, adjust the shoulder belt anchor height (window-side seating posi-...

  • Page 43: Seatbelt Warning Light And Chime

    1-18 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Seatbelt warning light and chime Your vehicle is equipped with a seatbelt warning device at the driver’s and front passenger’s seat. With the ignition switch turned to the “ON” position, this device reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat- belts by illuminating the warning lights in the locations indicated in the following il-...

  • Page 44: Fastening The Seatbelt

    If the seatbelt warning device for front passenger’s seat still does not function correctly after taking relevant corrective actions described above, immediately contact your SUBARU dealer for an in- spection. Fastening the seatbelt Never use a belt that is twisted or reversed.
  • Page 45 1-20 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 100101 Never place the shoulder belt under the arm or behind the back. If an ac- cident occurs, this can increase the risk or severity of injury. Metallic parts of the seatbelt can be- come very hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather;...
  • Page 46 Adjusting the front seat shoulder belt anchor height 100374 The shoulder belt anchor height should be adjusted to the position best suited for the driver/front passenger. To lower the an- chor height, push the release button and slide the anchor down. To raise the an- chor height, slide the anchor up.
  • Page 47 1-22 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 100103 4. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt. 5. Place the lap belt as low as possible on your hips, not on your waist. Adjusting the shoulder belt anchor height (rear seats of 5-seater mod- els/second-row seats of 7-seater models)
  • Page 48 NOTE 100362 1) Holder With the seatback folded, attach the tongue plate of each rear/second-row seatbelt to the corresponding holder. Do the same also before someone gets into the third-row seat. Rear center seatbelt (5-seater mod- els)/second-row center seatbelt (7- seater models) 100376 1) Center seatbelt tongue plate...
  • Page 49 1-24 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 100377 Be sure to fasten both tongue plates to the respective buckles. If the seatbelt is used only as a shoulder belt (with the connector’s tongue plate not fastened to the connec- tor’s buckle on the right-hand side), it cannot properly restrain the wear- er in position in an accident, possi- bly resulting in serious injury or...
  • Page 50 Make sure that the “ ” mark on the connector (tongue) and the “ ” mark on the buckle are aligned. If the belt stops before reaching the buck- le, return the belt slightly and pull it out more slowly. If the belt still cannot be un- locked, let the belt retract slightly after giv- ing it a strong pull, then pull it out slowly again.
  • Page 51 1-26 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags the connector (tongue) plate will discon- nect from the buckle. 200300 2. With the belt held by hand, allow the re- tractor to roll up the belt slowly. You should hold the webbing end and guide it back into the retractor while it is rolling up.

  • Page 52: Seatbelt Maintenance

    100103 4. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt. 5. Place the lap belt as low as possible on your hips, not on your waist. Unfastening the seatbelt 100105 Push the button on the buckle. NOTE 100647 1) Holder...

  • Page 53: Front Seatbelt Pretensioners

    If either front seatbelt does not re- tract or cannot be pulled out due to a malfunction or activation of the preten- sioner, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. If the front seatbelt retractor assem- bly or surrounding area has been dam- aged, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.

  • Page 54: System Monitors

    SUBARU dealer. When discarding front seatbelt re- tractor assemblies or scrapping the entire vehicle due to collision damage or for other reasons, con- sult your SUBARU dealer. System monitors 100385 SRS airbag system warning light A diagnostic system continually monitors the readiness of the seatbelt pretensioner while the vehicle is being driven.

  • Page 55: System Servicing

    SRS airbag sys- tem. Immediately take your vehicle to your nearest SUBARU dealer to have the system checked. Unless checked and properly repaired, the seatbelt pretensioners and/or SRS airbags will operate improperly (e.g.

  • Page 56: Child Restraint Systems

    Attachment of any equipment (bush bar, winches, snow plow, skid plate, etc.) other than genu- ine SUBARU accessory parts to the front end. Modification of the suspension system or front end structure. Installation of a tire of different...

  • Page 57: Where To Place A Child Restraint System

    Where to place a child re- straint system The following are SUBARU’s recommen- dations on where to place a child restraint system in your vehicle. 100501 A: Front passenger’s seat...
  • Page 58 only a child restraint system that has a bottom base that fits snugly against the contours of the seat cushion and can be securely retained using the seatbelt. C: Rear center seat (5-seater models)/ second-row center seat (7-seater mod- els) Installing a child restraint system is not recommended, although the A/ELR seat- belt and an upper anchorage (tether an-...

  • Page 59: Choosing A Child Restraint System

    1-34 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags SINCE YOUR VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH A PASSENGER’S SRS AIRBAG, DO NOT INSTALL A REARWARD FACING CHILD SAFE- TY SEAT IN THE FRONT PASSEN- GER’S SEAT. DOING SO RISKS SE- RIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD BY PLACING THE CHILD’S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG.
  • Page 60 Installing a rearward facing child re- straint 100503 1. Slide the seat or seat pair to its rear- most position. 2. Adjust the seatback to the upright posi- tion. 3. Place the child restraint system in the rear seating position. 4.
  • Page 61 1-36 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 100506 10.To remove the child restraint system, press the release button on the seatbelt buckle and allow the belt to retract com- pletely. The belt will return to the ELR mode. NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FACING CHILD SEAT IN THE FRONT PASSENGER’S SEAT.
  • Page 62 100509 8. Before having a child sit in the child re- straint system, move it back and forth and right and left to check if it is firmly secured. Sometimes a child restraint can be more firmly secured by pushing it down into the seat cushion and then tightening the seat- belt.

  • Page 63: Installing A Booster Seat

    1-38 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Installing a booster seat Child restraint systems and seat- belts can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check the child restraint system before you place a child in Do not leave an unsecured child restraint system in your vehicle.

  • Page 64: Installation Of Child Restraint Systems By Use Of Lower And Tether Anchorages (Latch)

    Never use a belt that is twisted or reversed. In an accident, this can increase the risk or severity of in- jury to the child. Never place the shoulder belt un- der the child’s arm or behind the child’s back. If an accident oc- curs, this can increase the risk or severity of injury to the child.
  • Page 65 1-40 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 100515 Your vehicle is provided with child re- straint system anchors as follows: Four lower anchorages (bars) and three upper anchorages (tether anchorages) on the rear seat (5-seater model)/second-row seat (7-seater model) 100516 Lower anchorages for child restraints are provided in the following locations: 5-seater models: on the rear seats 7-seater models: on the second-row...
  • Page 66 the seatback. Each lower anchorage is located where the seat cushion meets the seatback. When you install a child restraint system, follow the manufacturer’s instructions supplied with it. After installing the child restraint system, check to ensure that it is held se- curely in position.

  • Page 67: Top Tether Anchorages

    If you have any question concerning this type of child restraint system, ask your SUBARU dealer. Top tether anchorages Your vehicle is equipped with three top tether anchorages (five in the 7-seater models) so that a child restraint system having a top tether can be installed in a rear seating position.
  • Page 68 To hook the top tether Rear seat (5-seater models)/Sec- ond-row seat (7-seater models) 100648 1. Raise the head restraint to the highest position at the seating position where the child seat has been installed using the seatbelt or lower anchorages; lift up the head restraint while pressing the release button.
  • Page 69 1-44 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 100672 Do not route the top tether over the head restraint. It may happen that the top tether cannot be fastened tightly. Third-row seat (7-seater models) 100649 1. Lower the head restraint to its lowest position.

  • Page 70: Srs Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)

    Do not pass the top tether under the head restraint. The top tether will touch the head restraint and the re- sulting slack will prevent its secure installation. 100673 Do not use the top tether with the head restraint in a raised position, otherwise the top tether cannot be fastened tightly.
  • Page 71 1-46 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags These SRS airbags are designed only as a supplement to the primary protec- tion provided by the seatbelt. The system also controls front seatbelt pretensioners. For operation instructions and precautions concerning the seatbelt pretensioner, see the “Front seatbelt pre- tensioners”...
  • Page 72 100350 Put children aged 12 and under in a rear seat properly restrained at all times. The SRS airbag deploys with considerable speed force and can injure or even kill children, especially if they are 12 years of age and under and are not restrained or improperly re- strained.
  • Page 73 1-48 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags NOTE When you sell your vehicle, we urge you to explain to the buyer that it is equipped with SRS airbags by alerting him or her to the applicable section in this owner’s manual.
  • Page 74 Components 18 19 100644 1-49 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1) Airbag control module (including impact and rollover sensors) 2) Frontal airbag module (driver’s side) 3) Frontal airbag module (front passen- ger’s side) 4) Front sub sensor (left-hand side) 5) Front sub sensor (right-hand side) 6) Side airbag module (driver’s side) 7) Side airbag module (front passenger’s side)

  • Page 75: Subaru Advanced Frontal Airbag System

    1-50 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Subaru advanced frontal air- bag system Your vehicle is equipped with a Subaru advanced frontal airbag system that com- plies with the new advanced frontal airbag requirements in the amended Federal Mo- tor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No.
  • Page 76 100125 Never hold a child on your lap or in your arms. The SRS airbag deploys with considerable force and can in- jure or even kill the child. 100155 The SRS airbag deploys with con- siderable speed and force. Occu- pants who are out of proper position when the SRS airbag deploys could suffer very serious injuries.
  • Page 77 SRS frontal airbag even when the driver’s SRS frontal airbag deploys. This is normal. Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may prevent the Subaru ad- vanced frontal airbag system from func- tioning correctly or cause the system to fail.
  • Page 78 SUBARU dealer. NOTE The front passenger’s SRS side airbag, SRS curtain airbag and seatbelt preten- sioner are not controlled by the Subaru advanced frontal airbag system. Passenger’s frontal airbag ON and OFF indicators PASS AIR BAG 100533 : Front passenger’s frontal airbag...
  • Page 79 1-54 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags lowing conditions are met regarding the front passenger’s seat: The seat is empty. The seat is equipped with a rearward facing child restraint system and an infant is restrained with it. (See WARNING that follows.) The seat is equipped with a forward fac- ing child restraint system and a small child...
  • Page 80 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,...
  • Page 81 Subaru advanced air- bag system. If you have any questions, you may contact the following Subaru dis- tributors: <Continental U.S., Alaska and the District...
  • Page 82 tem is designed to determine the activa- tion or deactivation condition of the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag depend- ing on the total load on the front passen- ger’s seat monitored by the front passen- ger’s occupant detection system weight sensor.
  • Page 83 1-58 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags the visible damage done to the vehicle it- self. Examples of accidents in which the driver’s/driver’s and front passen- ger’s SRS frontal airbag(s) will most likely deploy. 100535 A head-on collision against a thick con- crete wall at a vehicle speed of 12 to 19 mph (20 to 30 km/h) or higher activates only the driver’s SRS frontal airbag or both...
  • Page 84 Examples of the types of accidents in which deployment of the driver’s/ driver’s and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag(s) is unlikely to occur. 100537 There are many types of collisions which might not necessarily require deployment of driver’s/driver’s and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag(s).

  • Page 85: Srs Side Airbag And Srs Curtain Airbag

    1-60 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags to deploy 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. 100539 1) First impact 2) Second impact In an accident where the vehicle is impact-...
  • Page 86 Do not sit or lean unnecessarily close to either front door. The SRS side airbag is stored in both front seat seatbacks next to the door, and it provides protection by deploying rapidly (faster than the blink of an eye) in the event of a side impact collision.
  • Page 87 1-62 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Never allow a child to kneel on the front passenger’s seat facing the side window or to wrap his/her arms around the front seat seat- back. In the event of an accident, the force of the SRS side airbag deployment could injure the child seriously because his/her head or arms or other parts of the body...
  • Page 88 Do not hang coat hangers or other hard or pointed objects on the coat hooks. If such items were hanging on the coat hooks during deploy- ment of the SRS curtain airbags, they could cause serious injuries by coming off the coat hooks and being thrown through the cabin or by pre- venting deployment of the curtain airbags.
  • Page 89 1-64 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags for a while following deployment then slowly deflates. The SRS side airbag and SRS curtain air- bag deploy even when no one occupies the seat on the side on which an impact is applied. When the SRS side airbag and SRS cur- tain airbag deploy, a sudden, fairly loud in- flation noise will be heard and some...
  • Page 90 Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS curtain airbag will most likely deploy. 100833 1-65 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1) A severe side impact near the front seat or the rear seat activates the SRS curtain airbag. The vehicle rolls onto its side or the roof.
  • Page 91 1-66 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Examples of the types of accidents in which it is possible that the SRS side air- bag and the SRS curtain airbag will deploy. 100834 Hitting a curb, edge of pavement or hard surface Falling into or jumping over a deep hole Landing hard or vehicle falling...
  • Page 92 Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS side airbag is unlikely to deploy. Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags The vehicle is involved in an oblique side-on impact. The vehicle is involved in a side-on impact in an area outside the vicinity of the passenger compartment.
  • Page 93 1-68 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS curtain airbag is unlikely to deploy. 100836 The vehicle is involved in an oblique side-on impact. The vehicle is involved in a side-on impact in an area outside the vicinity of the passenger compartment.
  • Page 94 Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag will basically not deploy. 100541 1) The vehicle is involved in frontal collision with another vehicle (moving or station- ary). 2) The vehicle is struck from behind. The SRS side airbag and SRS curtain air- bag are basically not designed to deploy if the vehicle is involved in a frontal collision...

  • Page 95: Srs Airbag System Monitors

    SRS airbag sys- tem. Immediately take your vehicle to your nearest SUBARU dealer to have the system checked. Unless checked and properly repaired, the seatbelt pretensioners and/or SRS airbags will operate improperly (e.g.

  • Page 96: Srs Airbag System Servicing

    In the event that the SRS airbag is de- ployed, replacement of the system should be performed only by an autho- rized SUBARU dealer. When the com- ponents of the SRS airbag system are replaced, use only genuine SUBARU 1-71 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags parts.

  • Page 97: Precautions Against Vehicle Modification

    Owner’s Manual. Attachment of any equipment (side steps or side sill protectors, etc.) other than genuine SUBARU accessory parts to the side body. Always consult your SUBARU dealer if you want to install any accessory parts on your vehicle.

  • Page 98: Keys And Doors

    Keys ... Key number plate ... Immobilizer ... Security ID plate ... Security indicator light ... Key replacement ... Door locks ... Locking and unlocking from the outside ... Locking and unlocking from the inside ... Battery drainage prevention function ... Power door locking switches ...

  • Page 99: Keys

    Keys and doors Keys Keys and doors 200700 1) Master key 2) Submaster key 3) Valet key 4) Key number plate 5) Security ID plate Three types of keys are provided for your vehicle. Master key, submaster key and valet key. The master key and submaster key fit all locks on your vehicle.

  • Page 100: Immobilizer

    Immobilizer The immobilizer system is designed to prevent an unauthorized person from starting the engine. Only keys registered with your vehicle’s immobilizer system can be used to operate your vehicle. Even if an unregistered key fits into the ignition switch and can be turned to the “START” position, the engine will automatically stop after several seconds.

  • Page 101: Security Indicator Light

    If the security indicator light does not flash, the immobilizer system may be faulty. If this occurs, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. In case an unauthorized key is used (e.g. an imitation key), the security indicator light comes on.

  • Page 102: Locking And Unlocking From The Inside

    200704 Locking without the key To lock the door from the outside without the key, rotate the lock lever rearward and then close the door. 200705 Locking without the key To lock the door from the outside using the power door locking switch, push the “ ” sides of the switch and then close the door.

  • Page 103: Battery Drainage Prevention Function

    10 minutes of illumination to pre- vent the battery from going dead. The op- erational/non-operational setting of this function can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer if you would like to change the set- ting.

  • Page 104: Key Lock-In Prevention Function

    This function’s operative/non-operative Keys and doors setting can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact a SUBARU dealer for de- tails. NOTE When leaving the vehicle, make sure you are holding the key before locking the doors.

  • Page 105: Remote Keyless Entry System

    Keys and doors Remote keyless entry sys- Do not expose the transmitter to severe shocks, such as those ex- perienced as a result of dropping or throwing. Do not take the transmitter apart except when replacing the bat- tery. Do not get the transmitter wet. If it gets wet, wipe it dry with a cloth immediately.

  • Page 106: Locking The Doors

    Locking the doors 200899 Press the “ ” button to lock all doors and rear gate. An electronic chirp will sound once and the turn signal lights will flash once. If any of the doors (or the rear gate) is not fully closed, an electronic chirp will sound five times and the turn signal lights will flash five times to alert you that the doors...

  • Page 107: Vehicle Finder Function

    Keys and doors Map light: OFF position Dome light: Middle position Cargo area light: DOOR position A SUBARU dealer can change the illumi- nation period setting of the interior light in accordance with your preference. Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer for details.

  • Page 108: Replacing Lost Transmitters

    crease. Replace the battery as soon as possible. To replace the battery: 200715 1. Open the transmitter case using a flat- head screwdriver. 200716 2. Remove the old battery from the hold- 1) Negative (–) side facing up 3. Replace with a new battery (Type CR2025 or equivalent) making sure to in- stall the new battery with the negative (–) side facing up.
  • Page 109 2-12 Keys and doors 200719 Transmitter circuit board To register a new transmitter with the key- less entry system, it is necessary to pro- gram the transmitter’s code (identification number) into the system. A label showing the code is affixed to the bag containing the transmitter, and another is affixed to the circuit board inside the transmitter.
  • Page 110 200722 5. Before the electronic tone stops sound- ing, push the “ ” side of the power door locking switch the same number of times as the leftmost digit of the transmitter code. For example, push the locking switch eight times if the leftmost digit of the code is 8.

  • Page 111: Alarm System

    Your vehicle’s alarm system has been set for activation at the time of shipment from the factory. You can set the system for de- activation yourself or have it done by your SUBARU dealer. System operation The alarm system will give the following alarms when triggered: The vehicle’s horn will sound and the...

  • Page 112: Activating And Deactivating The Alarm System

    “AL on” and the horn sounds once, indi- cating that the system is now activated. NOTE You may have the above setting change done by your SUBARU dealer. If you have accidentally trig- gered the alarm system To stop the alarm...

  • Page 113: Disarming The System

    The 30-second standby time can be eliminated if you prefer. Have it per- formed by your SUBARU dealer. The system is in the standby mode for a 30-second period after locking the doors with the remote transmitter. The security indicator light will flash at short intervals during this period.

  • Page 114: Valet Mode

    DOORS MUST BE MANUALLY LOCKED. To enter the passive mode If you wish to program the passive arming mode, have it done by your SUBARU dealer. Arming the system In passive mode, the system will au-...

  • Page 115: Tripped Sensor Identification

    30 seconds. If you desire, your SUBARU dealer can connect them and set them for activation or deactivation. NOTE...

  • Page 116: Child Safety Locks

    Child safety locks Always use the child safety lock whenever a child rides in the rear. Serious injury could result if a child accidentally opened the door and fell out. 200726 Each rear door has a child safety lock that prevents the doors from being opened even if the inside door handle is pulled.
  • Page 117 2-20 Keys and doors Operating the driver’s window 200728 1) Open 2) Automatically open To open: Push the switch down lightly and hold it. The window will open as long as the switch is held. This switch also has a one-touch auto down feature that allows the window to be opened fully without holding the switch.
  • Page 118 Locking the passengers’ windows 200732 To lock the passengers’ windows, push the lock switch. When the lock switch is in the “LOCK” position, the passengers’ win- dows cannot be opened or closed. Press the switch again to cancel the pas- sengers’...

  • Page 119: Rear Gate

    2-22 Keys and doors Rear gate 200735 The rear gate can be locked and unlocked using either the keyless entry system or the power door locking switch. Refer to the “Power door locking switches” and “Remote keyless entry system” sec- tions in this chapter.

  • Page 120: Moonroof (If Equipped)

    Do not jam a plastic bag in or place cellophane tape on the rear gate stays or scratch the stays while loading or unloading cargo. That could cause leakage of gas from the stays, which may result in their inability to hold the rear gate open.

  • Page 121: Tilt Function

    2-24 Keys and doors Tilt function 200737 1) Tilt up 2) Tilt down The tilting function will only operate when the moonroof is fully closed. Push the rear side of the “Tilt” switch to raise the moonroof. Push the front side of the “Tilt” switch to lower the moonroof.

  • Page 122: Sun Shade

    2-25 Keys and doors Sun shade 200739 The sun shade can be slid forward or backward by hand while the moonroof is closed. If the moonroof is opened, the sun shade also moves back.

  • Page 124: Instruments And Controls

    Ignition switch ... LOCK ... ACC ... ON ... START ... Key reminder chime ... Ignition switch light ... Hazard warning flasher ... Meters and gauges ... Combination meter illumination ... Canceling the function for meter needle/ gauge movement and combination meter sequential illumination upon turning on the ignition switch ...
  • Page 125 Journey time ... Light control switch ... Headlights ... High/low beam change (dimmer) ... Headlight flasher ... Daytime running light system ... Turn signal lever ... Illumination brightness control ... Parking light switch ... Front fog light switch ... Wiper and washer ... Windshield wiper and washer switches ...

  • Page 126: Ignition Switch

    Ignition switch Instruments and controls Never turn the ignition switch to “LOCK” while the vehicle is being driven or towed because that will lock the steering wheel, prevent- ing steering control. And when the engine is turned off, it takes a much greater effort than usual to steer.

  • Page 127: Acc

    Instruments and controls 300501 The key can be turned from “ACC” to “LOCK” only when the selector lever is in the “P” position. In this position the electrical accessories (radio, accessory power outlet, etc.) can be used. This is the normal operating position after the engine is started.

  • Page 128: Key Reminder Chime

    Key reminder chime The reminder chime sounds when the driver’s door opens and the key is in the “LOCK” or “ACC” positions. The chime stops when the key is removed from the ignition switch. Ignition switch light For easy access to the ignition switch in the dark, the ignition switch light comes on when the driver’s door is opened.

  • Page 129: Canceling The Function For Meter Needle/Gauge Movement And Combination Meter Sequential Illumination Upon Turning On The Ignition Switch

    Instruments and controls Canceling the function for meter needle/gauge move- ment and combination meter sequential illumination upon turning on the ignition switch 300185 It is possible to activate or deactivate the movement of the meter needles and gauges and sequential illumination of the combination meter that takes place when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON”...

  • Page 130: Speedometer

    Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle speed. Odometer 300261 This meter displays the odometer when the ignition switch is in the “LOCK”, “ACC” or “ON” position. The odometer shows the total distance that the vehicle has been driven. If you press the trip knob when the ignition switch is in the “LOCK”...

  • Page 131: Tachometer

    “ ”. If the trip meter shows “ ”, immedi- ately contact the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the vehicle communication sys- tem inspected. NOTE If you press the trip knob while the trip meter is showing “...

  • Page 132: Temperature Gauge

    It only operates when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. NOTE This light does not go out unless the tank is replenished up to an internal fuel quantity of approximately 4.0 US gal (15 liters, 3.3 Imp gal). Temperature gauge 300541 1) Normal operating range...

  • Page 133: Seatbelt Warning Light And Chime

    : Daytime running light indicator light If any lights fail to come on, it indicates a burned-out bulb or a malfunction of the corresponding system. Consult your authorized SUBARU dealer for repair. Seatbelt warning light and chime Your vehicle is equipped with a seatbelt warning device at the driver’s and front...

  • Page 134: Srs Airbag System Warning Light

    If still the seatbelt warning device for front passenger’s seat does not function cor- rectly after taking relevant corrective ac- tions described above, immediately con- tact your SUBARU dealer for an inspec- tion. SRS airbag system warn- ing light When the ignition switch is turned to the...

  • Page 135: Front Passenger's Frontal Airbag On And Off Indicators

    ON indicator will remain extinguished while the OFF indicator will illuminate. If both the ON and OFF indicators remain lit or extinguished simultaneously, the sys- tem is faulty. Contact your SUBARU deal- er immediately for an inspection.

  • Page 136: Check Engine Warning Light/Malfunction Indicator Lamp

    If the CHECK ENGINE light comes on while you are driving, have your vehicle checked/repaired by your SUBARU dealer as soon as possi- ble. Continued vehicle operation without having the emission control system checked and repaired as necessary could cause serious damage, which may not be covered by your vehicle’s warranty.

  • Page 137: At Oil Temperature Warning Light

    If the oil level is low, add oil immediately. If the engine oil is at the proper level but the light remains on, contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. AT OIL TEMPerature warning light...
  • Page 138 ON or the light is flashing, you should have your Tire Pressure Monitoring System checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possi- ble. If this light comes on while driving, never brake suddenly and keep driv- ing straight ahead while gradually reducing speed.

  • Page 139: Abs Warning Light

    This indicates your brake system may not be working properly. If the light remains on, have the brakes inspected by a SUBARU dealer immediately. If at all in doubt about whether the brakes are operating properly, do not drive the vehicle.

  • Page 140: Low Fuel Warning Light

    If the fluid level is below the “MIN” mark in the reser- voir, do not drive the vehicle. Have the ve- hicle towed to the nearest SUBARU deal- er for repair. Electronic Brake Force Distribution...

  • Page 141: Windshield Washer Fluid Warning Light

    The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is probably inoperative under any of the fol- lowing conditions. Have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer immediate- The warning light does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.

  • Page 142: Security Indicator Light

    You will be safe while driving with this condition, but have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. NOTE If the warning light behavior is as...

  • Page 143: Sport Mode Indicator Light

    Instruments and controls chapter 2.) If the indicator light does not flash, it may indicate that immobilizer system may be faulty. Contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. In the event that an unauthorized key (for example, an unauthorized duplicate) is...

  • Page 144: Headlight Indicator Light

    Cruise control set indica- tor light The cruise control set indicator light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and goes out after approximately 3 seconds. This light comes on when vehicle speed has been set. Headlight indicator light This indicator light comes on when the...

  • Page 145: Outside Temperature Indicator

    3-22 Instruments and controls Outside temperature indica- NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with a navi- gation system, refer to the separate “Operating Instructions for Monitor System”. 300550 U.S.-spec. vehicles 300551 Canada-spec. vehicles The outside temperature indicator shows the outside temperature in a range from –22 to 122°F (–30 to 50°C).

  • Page 146: Multi Function Display (Vehicle Without Navigation System)

    37°F (3°C) or lower, the temperature indi- cation flashes to show that the road sur- face may be frozen. If the outside temperature drops to 37°F (3°C) or lower while the display is giving an indication other than the outside tem- perature, the display switches to the out- side temperature indication and flashes for five seconds before returning to its...

  • Page 147: Average Fuel Consumption

    3-24 Instruments and controls sumption at the present moment. Average fuel consumption 300556 U.S.-spec. vehicles 300791 Canada-spec. vehicles This indication shows the average rate of fuel consumption since the trip meter was last reset. Pressing the trip knob toggles the indica- tion between the average fuel consump- tion corresponding to the A trip meter indi- cation and the average fuel consumption...

  • Page 148: Journey Time

    300559 Canada-spec. vehicles The driving range indicates the distance that can be driven taking into account the amount of fuel remaining in the tank and the average rate of fuel consumption. When the low fuel warning light comes on, the driving range indication flashes for five seconds.

  • Page 149: Light Control Switch

    3-26 Instruments and controls turned to the “START” position. 300563 The journey time indication flashes each time a complete hour has elapsed. If the display is giving an indication other than the journey time, the display switches to the journey time, flashes for five seconds, and returns to its original indication each time a complete hour has elapsed.

  • Page 150: Headlight Flasher

    ment panel is also on. To switch back to low beam, pull the lever back to the detent position. Headlight flasher 300508 Do not hold the lever in the flashing position for more than just a few seconds. To flash the headlights, pull the lever to- ward you and then release it.

  • Page 151: Illumination Brightness Control

    3-28 Instruments and controls Illumination brightness con- trol 300510 When the light switch is in the “OFF” posi- tion, you can adjust the brightness of the instrument panel illumination for better visibility. The brightness of audio, air conditioner, multi-function display (if equipped) and in- strument panel illumination automatically dims when the light switch is in the “...

  • Page 152: Front Fog Light Switch

    Front fog light switch 300512 The front fog lights operate only when the light switch is in the “ ” position. However, the front fog lights turn off when the headlights are switched to high beam. To turn on the front fog lights, turn the fog light switch on the turn signal lever upward to the “...

  • Page 153: Windshield Wiper And Washer Switches

    Use clean water if windshield washer fluid is unavailable. In ar- eas where water freezes in winter, use SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid or the equivalent. (See “Windshield washer fluid” section in chapter 11.) Also, when driving the vehicle...
  • Page 154 Windshield wipers 300778 OFF: Park : Intermittent LO: Low speed HI: High speed To turn the wipers on, push the wiper con- trol lever down. To turn the wipers off, return the lever to the “OFF” position. Mist (for a single wipe) 300779 For a single wipe of the wipers, pull the le- ver toward you.

  • Page 155: Rear Window Wiper And Washer Switch

    3-32 Instruments and controls NOTE 300544 The windshield washer fluid warning light comes on when the washer fluid level in the tank has dropped to the lower limit. If the warning light illumi- nates, refill the tank with fluid. For the tank refilling method, refer to the “Windshield washer fluid”...

  • Page 156: Climate Control

    “ACC” or “LOCK” position. If deicing is not complete, you have to push the button to turn the deicer on again. Your SUBARU dealer can set your wind- shield wiper deicer for continuous opera- tion. Contact your SUBARU dealer for de- tails.

  • Page 157: Mirrors

    “LOCK” position. If defrosting or defogging is desired when you restart your vehicle, you have to push the button to turn it on again. Your SUBARU dealer can set your rear window defogger for continuous opera- tion. Contact your SUBARU dealer for de- tails.

  • Page 158: Auto-Dimming Mirror/Compass (If Equipped)

    Auto-dimming mirror/com- pass (if equipped) 300517 1) Left button 2) Auto dimming indicator 3) Photosensor 4) Right button The auto-dimming mirror/compass has an anti-glare feature which automatically re- duces glare coming from headlights of ve- hicles behind you. It also contains a built- in compass.

  • Page 159: Outside Mirrors

    3-36 Instruments and controls Compass zone adjustment 1. The zone setting is factory preset to Zone 8. Refer to the “Compass calibration zone” map attached to the end of this manual to verify that the compass zone setting is correct for your geographical lo- cation.

  • Page 160: Tilt Steering Wheel

    To turn on the outside mirror defogger, push the button. To turn it off, push the button again. The indicator light located on the button lights up while the outside mirror defogger is op- erating. The defogger will automatically shut off af- ter approximately 15 minutes.
  • Page 162 Climate control Ventilator ... Air flow ... Ventilator ... Automatic climate control system ... Control panel ... Rear air conditioner (if equipped) ... Temperature sensors ... Operating tips for heater and air conditioner ... 4-10 Cleaning ventilator grille ... Efficient cooling after parking in direct sunlight ...

  • Page 163: Climate Control

    Climate control Ventilator Climate control Air flow 400739...
  • Page 164 Climate control Air flow mode selection 400740 – CONTINUED –...

  • Page 165: Ventilator

    Climate control Ventilator Center ventilators 400503 Move the tab up and down or right and left to adjust the flow direction. Side ventilator 400504 1) Open 2) Close Move the tab up and down or right and left to adjust the flow direction. To open the ventilator, turn the side grille open/close wheel upward.

  • Page 166: Automatic Climate Control System

    Automatic climate control system NOTE Operate the automatic climate con- trol system when the engine is run- ning. The blower fan rotates at a low speed when the engine coolant temperature is low. For efficient defogging or dehumidify- ing in cold weather, press the “A/C” button.
  • Page 167 Climate control To change the system back to the AUTO mode, press the “AUTO” button. OFF button 400508 The Automatic Climate Control system turns off (the air conditioner compressor and fan turn off) when the “OFF” button is pressed. When the “OFF” button is pressed, the outside air introduction mode (air inlet se- lection OFF) is automatically selected.
  • Page 168 – Defroster button 400511 To defrost or dehumidify the windshield and front door windows, push the defrost- er button “ ”. When the “ ” button is pushed, regardless whether the air con- ditioner is operating or not, outside air is drawn into the passenger compartment, the air conditioner compressor turns on, air flow is directed towards the windshield...
  • Page 169 Climate control Air flow mode selection button 400514 Select the desired air flow mode by push- ing the air flow mode selection button. The selected air flow mode is shown on the center of the dial. (Ventilation): Air flows through the in- strument panel outlets.

  • Page 170: Rear Air Conditioner (If Equipped)

    Rear air conditioner (if equipped) 400516 The rear air conditioner blows cool air out of the rear ventilators while the “A/C” but- ton on the control panel is in the “ON” po- sition. The fan speed of the rear air condi- tioner can be adjusted using the rear air conditioner dial behind the center console.

  • Page 171: Operating Tips For Heater And Air Conditioner

    Checking air conditioning system before summer sea- Check the air conditioner unit for refriger- ant leaks, hose conditions, and proper op- eration each spring. Have your SUBARU dealer perform this check. Cooling and dehumidifying in high humidity and low tem-...

  • Page 172: Air Filtration System

    It is recommended that you have your fil- ter checked or replaced by your SUBARU dealer. For replacement, we recommend the use of a genuine SUBARU air filter kit. Replacement schedule: Every 15 months or 15,000 miles (24,000 km) whichever comes first...
  • Page 173 11.Install the instrument panel side cover. 400566 12.Label installation Attach the caution label to the driver’s door. Contact your SUBARU dealer if the following occurs, even if it is not yet time to change the filter: – Reduction of the air flow through the vents.

  • Page 174: Audio

    Antenna system ... Printed antenna ... FM reception ... Satellite radio reception (if equipped) ... Installation of accessories ... Audio set ... Type A audio set ... Type B audio set ... Type A audio set (if equipped) ... Radio operation ... Compact disc player operation ...

  • Page 175: Antenna System

    Antenna system Printed antenna Do not use sharp instruments or window cleaner containing abra- sives to clean the inner surface of the window on which the antenna is printed. Doing so may damage the antenna printed on the window. 500200 The antenna is printed on the inner sur- face of the rear window glass.
  • Page 176 ing XM satellite radio signals in the fol- lowing situations. If you are driving northward in a coastal area You will notice that the XM satellite ra- dio antenna is fixed to the upper right hand corner of your windscreen. 500330 The signal comes from the south and may not be able to reach the antenna in some...

  • Page 177: Installation Of Accessories

    Audio set Your SUBARU may be equipped with one of the following audio sets. See the pages indicated in this section for operating de- tails.

  • Page 178: Type A Audio Set (If Equipped)

    Type A audio set (if equipped) The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position. Radio operation (10) (10) 500264 SAT button FM AM button AUX RSE button TUNE TRACK button AUDIO button Power switch, volume control dial SEEK FLDR button SCAN button...
  • Page 179 To change tone and balance control modes Each brief press of the “TONE BAL” but- ton (9) changes control modes in the fol- lowing sequence starting from volume control mode. (When the radio is first turned on, the control mode is in the vol- ume control.) Volume Bass...
  • Page 180 Control mode (Range of levels) Turn counterclockwise Bass control (–6 to +6) For less bass sound Midrange control (–6 to +6) For less midrange sound Treble control (–6 to +6) For less treble sound Fader control (R9 to F9) To increase rear speaker volume and decrease front speaker vol- Balance control (L9 to R9) To increase left speaker volume...
  • Page 181 XM Satellite radio To receive satellite radio, it is necessary to install the Subaru genuine satellite receiv- er (option part) and to enter into a con- tract. For details, please contact your SUBARU dealer.
  • Page 182 road or inside of a parking garage. To help reduce this condition, satellite ra- dio providers have installed ground-based repeaters in heavily populated areas. However, you may still experience recep- tion problems in some areas. Band selection button Push the “SAT” button (1) when the radio is off to turn on the radio.

  • Page 183: Compact Disc Player Operation

    5-10 Compact disc player operation (5) (6) CD button TUNE TRACK button AUDIO button SEEK FLDR button RDM button RPT button SCAN button Eject button To playback a compact disc When CD is not in the player Hold a disc with a finger in the center hole while gripping the edge of the disc, then insert it in to the slot (with the label side up) and the player will automatically pull...
  • Page 184 will appear on the display and the play- er will revert to the previously selected mode. The player is designed to be able to play music CD-Rs and music CD-RWs, but it may not be able to play certain ones. Single CDs (i.e., 8 cm/3 inch CDs) are not supported, and if inserted, they will be immediately ejected.
  • Page 185 5-12 Repeating To repeat the currently playing track/file (track) To repeat a track/file (track), briefly press the “RPT” button (6) while the track/file (track) is playing. The display will show “RPT”, and the track/file (track) will be re- peated. To cancel the track/file (track) repeat-play mode: Press the “RPT”...
  • Page 186 NOTE Random playback will be cancelled if you perform any of the following steps: Press the “RPT” button Press the “SCAN” button Press the “ ” button Select the radio mode Press the “RSE AUX” button Press the “ ” or “ ”...
  • Page 187 5-14 tion will operate, automatically reload- ing the disc. In this case, the disc is not played. Display selection (MP3 disc) If you press the “AUDIO” button (3) during playback, the indication will change to the next one in the following sequence. File title Time Folder title...

  • Page 188: Type B Audio Set (If Equipped)

    Type B audio set (if equipped) The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” positions. Radio operation (10) (10) 500265 5-15 SAT button FM AM button AUX RSE button TUNE TRACK button AUDIO button Power switch, volume control dial SEEK FLDR button...
  • Page 189 5-16 To change tone and balance control modes Each brief press of the “TONE BAL” but- ton (9) changes control modes in the fol- lowing sequence starting from volume control mode. (When the radio is first turned on, the control mode is in the vol- ume control.) Volume Bass...
  • Page 190 Control mode (Range of levels) Turn counterclockwise Bass control (–6 to +6) For less bass sound Midrange control (–6 to +6) For less midrange sound Treble control (–6 to +6) For less treble sound Fader control (R9 to F9) To increase rear speaker volume and decrease front speaker vol- Balance control (L9 to R9) To increase left speaker volume...
  • Page 191 XM Satellite radio To receive satellite radio, it is necessary to install the Subaru genuine satellite receiv- er (option part) and to enter into a con- tract. For details, please contact your SUBARU dealer.
  • Page 192 road or inside of a parking garage. To help reduce this condition, satellite ra- dio providers have installed ground-based repeaters in heavily populated areas. However, you may still experience recep- tion problems in some areas. Band selection button Push the “SAT” button (1) when the radio is off to turn on the radio.

  • Page 193: Built-In Cd Changer Operation

    5-20 Built-in CD changer operation (10) (5) (6) CD button TUNE TRACK button AUDIO button SEEK FLDR button RDM button RPT button SCAN button Eject button Disc select button 10) LOAD button NOTE Be sure to insert a disc with the label side up.
  • Page 194 How to insert a CD(s) Inserting a CD 1. Briefly press the “LOAD” button (10). If the magazine in the player has an idle po- sition where you can insert a disc, the disc number indicator associated with the idle position will blink.
  • Page 195 5-22 steadily lights up. The player will then start playback of the selected CD, beginning with the first track. If a disc that the player cannot read has been loaded, “CHECK DISC” will appear on the display and the player will not play anything.
  • Page 196 Turn off the power of the audio equipment. Turn the ignition switch to the “OFF” position. To repeat the currently playing disc/ folder To repeat the currently playing disc/folder, press the “RPT” button (6) twice while a track/file (track) is playing. The display will show “D-RPT”, and the disc/folder will be played repeatedly.
  • Page 197 5-24 again to reselect the random mode. Random playback will be cancelled if you perform any of the following steps: Press the “RPT” button Press the “SCAN” button Press the “ ” button Select the radio mode Press the “RSE AUX” button Press the “...

  • Page 198: Audio Control Buttons

    Ejecting all discs from the player (All disc ejection mode) 1. If you continue to press the “ ” but- ton (8), the player will produce beep sound and will enter the all disc ejection mode. 2. Remove the disc that has been eject- ed.

  • Page 199: Audio Input Terminal

    5-26 track/file (track); pressing it the second time makes it go back to the previous track/file (track). The track/file (track) number will be shown on the audio display. Volume control buttons 500211 Press the “+” button to increase the vol- ume.

  • Page 200: Precautions To Observe When Handling A Compact Disc

    audio set, the volume becomes louder. However, when you change the audio to the radio mode or to a CD player, the sound becomes a lot louder. Remem- ber to turn down the volume when you change between them. In some cases, when the sound vol- ume of the portable audio player is low, the sound becomes bad when you turn up the volume of the vehicle audio sys-...
  • Page 201 5-28 DualDisc 500395 You cannot use a DualDisc in the CD player. If you insert a DualDisc into the player, the disc may not come out again, possibly causing the player to malfunc- tion. In cold and/or rainy weather, dew can form inside the CD player, preventing nor- mal operation.

  • Page 202: Mp3 Audio

    MP3 audio What is MP3? MP3 (the name is an abbreviation of ‘MPEG Audio Layer 3’) is a compression format for digital audio. It was developed by the Motion Picture Experts Group. It permits audio data to be shrunk by a factor of approximately 10 with no loss of sound quality, meaning that the audio on 10 con- ventional CDs can be fitted onto a single...

  • Page 203: Numbers Of Folders And Files

    5-30 Numbers of folders and files Maximum number of folders: 255 (in- cluding root folder) Maximum number of files: 999 (maxi- mum number in one folder: 255) Maximum number of layers: 8 NOTE Not all of the discs stored in MP3 files may be able to be played back.

  • Page 204: Interior Equipment

    Interior light ... Dome light ... Cargo area light ... Rear gate light ... Map light ... Sun visors ... Sun visor extension plate ... Vanity mirror with light ... Storage compartment ... Glove box ... Center console box ... Rear console ...

  • Page 205: Interior Light

    See the “Remote keyless entry system” in chapter 2 for detailed information. The setting of the period for which the light stays on can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer for details.

  • Page 206: Rear Gate Light

    See the “Remote keyless entry system” in chapter 2 for detailed information. The setting of the period for which the light stays on can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer for details.

  • Page 207: Sun Visor Extension Plate

    Interior equipment Sun visor extension plate 600407 With the sun visor positioned over the side window, you can use the sun visor exten- sion plate to prevent glare through the gap between the sun visor and center pillar. To use the extension plate, pull it toward the rear of the vehicle.

  • Page 208: Storage Compartment

    Storage compartment Always keep the storage compart- ment closed while driving to re- duce the risk of injury in the event of sudden stops or an accident. Do not store spray cans, contain- ers with flammable or corrosive liquids or any other dangerous items in the storage compartment.

  • Page 209: Rear Console

    Interior equipment Lower compartment 600413 1) Lower compartment lock release Pull up the lower compartment lock re- lease to open the lower compartment. Rear console 600414 The rear console is located in the back of the center console box. Pull it out to use it. Overhead console 600415 To open the console, push on the lid light-...

  • Page 210: Cup Holder

    Cup holder When not in use, always keep the cup holder stored while driving to reduce the risk of injury in the event of a sudden stop or an acci- dent. Do not pick up a cup from the cup holder or put a cup in the holder while you are driving, as this may distract you and lead to an acci-...

  • Page 211: Rear Seat (5-Seater Models)/Second-Row Seat (7-Seater Models) Passenger's Cup Holder

    Interior equipment Rear seat (5-seater models)/ Second-row seat (7-seater models) passenger’s cup holder Armrest 600419 A dual cup holder is built in the armrest. When a cup containing a beverage is in the cup holder, do not slide or recline any seat. Otherwise, the bev- erage could spill while driving and, if the beverage is hot, it could scald you.

  • Page 212: Accessory Power Outlets

    Accessory power outlets 600575 600609 Accessory power outlets are provided in the center console (lower compartment) and in the cargo area. Electrical power (12V DC) from the battery is available at any of the outlets when the ignition switch is either in the “ACC” or “ON”...

  • Page 213: Coat Hook

    6-10 Interior equipment 600576 600425 NOTE It is possible, when using the outlet in the center console (lower compart- ment) with the lid closed, to pass the electrical appliance’s cord through a gap between the center console (lower compartment) and the lid. It is also possible to pass the cord through a groove in the lid and up to the center console (upper compartment).

  • Page 214: Shopping Bag Hook

    Do not hang coat hangers or other hard or pointed objects on the coat hooks. If such items were hanging on the coat hooks during deploy- ment of the SRS curtain airbags, they could cause serious injuries by coming off the coat hooks and being thrown through the cabin or by pre- venting correct airbag deployment.

  • Page 215: Floor Mat

    6-12 Interior equipment Floor mat 600497 A retaining pin is located on the driver’s side of the vehicle next to the fuel filler door release. Fit the grommet in the car- pet onto the pin to prevent the carpet from moving.

  • Page 216: To Remove The Cover

    600601 To extend the cover, pull the end of the cover out of the housing, then insert its hooks into the catches as shown. To re- wind it, unhook it from the catches and it will rewind automatically. You should hold on to the cover and guide it back into the cover housing while it is rewinding.

  • Page 217: To Install The Cover Housing

    6-14 Interior equipment To install the cover housing 600603 1. Remove the cover at the cover housing retaining part using a flat-head screwdriv- 2. Pull either sleeve on the end of the cov- er housing to shorten the cover’s length. 600604 3.

  • Page 218: Under-Floor Storage Compartment

    Under-floor storage compart- ment The subfloor storage compartment is lo- cated under the floor of the cargo area and can be used to store small items. To open the lid, pull the handle up. Always keep the lid of the sub- floor storage compartment closed while driving to reduce the risk of injury in the event of sudden stop...

  • Page 219: Homelink ® Wireless Control System (If Equipped)

    6-16 Interior equipment ® HomeLink Wireless Control System (if equipped) 600429 ® 1) HomeLink buttons 2) Indicator light 3) Hand-held transmitter* * Not part of your vehicle’s keyless entry ® system but of a HomeLink -compatible device. ® The HomeLink Wireless Control System, located on the driver’s sun visor, is a handy way to operate, from inside of your...

  • Page 220: Garage Door Opener Programming In The U.s.a

    ® When programming the HomeLink Wireless Control System to operate a garage door opener or an entrance gate, unplug the device’s motor from the outlet during programming to prevent motor burnout. NOTE After programming your HomeLink Wireless Control System for the de- sired devices, retain the hand-held transmitters for further programming or device testing in the event of a prob-...

  • Page 221: Programming Rolling-Code-Protected Garage Door Openers In The U.s.a

    6-18 Interior equipment your garage door opener may be protect- ed by a rolling code feature. In this case you need to perform the additional steps for “Programming rolling-code-protected garage door openers in the U.S.A.” de- scribed in the following. NOTE Rolling-code-protected garage door openers are manufactured after 1996.

  • Page 222: Programming For Entrance Gates And Garage Door Openers In Canada

    trol System and your garage door opener ® should activate when the HomeLink but- ton is pressed. Programming for entrance gates and garage door open- ers in Canada 1. Unplug the motor of the entrance gate or garage door opener from the outlet. 600430 2.

  • Page 223: Erasing Homelink Button Memory

    Do not disassemble or modify the camera, switch or wiring. If smoke comes out 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 acci- dent, fire or electric shock.

  • Page 224: Position Of Rear View Camera

    If your vehicle is washed with a high-pressure washer, do not al- low water to contact the camera directly. Entry of water in the cam- era lens may result in condensa- tion, malfunction, fire or electric shock. Since the camera is a precision device, do not subject it to strong impacts.

  • Page 225: Viewing Range On The Screen

    6-22 Interior equipment NOTE The image of the rear view camera has priority over other screen displays. The image of the rear view camera is horizontally reversed as is the case with the vehicle rearview mirror or the side view mirror. If the lens of the camera is dirty, it is difficult to see the image.

  • Page 226: Distance Marker (Help Line)

    600567 Range of view 600568 Image from camera The area above the camera cannot be viewed. If there is a protrusion on a block, it cannot be seen on the screen. The range that can be viewed with the rear view camera is limited. Al- ways be sure to check with your eyes when moving backward and proceed slowly.
  • Page 227 6-24 Interior equipment CHECK SURROUNDINGS BEFORE BACKING UP 600571 1) Vehicle width line (oblique vertical line) 2) Approx. 10 feet (3 m) from the bumper (green horizontal line) 3) Approx. 6.5 feet (2 m) from the bumper (green horizontal line) 4) Approx.
  • Page 228 When there is a downward slope at the back 600573 1) 3 feet (1 m) The distance on the screen looks nearer than the actual distance. NOTE When cargo is loaded, the rear view distance on the screen looks farther than the actual distance as in an up- ward slope.

  • Page 230: Starting And Operating

    Fuel ... Fuel requirements ... Fuel filler lid and cap ... State emission testing (U.S. only) ... Preparing to drive ... Starting the engine ... Stopping the engine ... Remote engine start system (dealer option) ... Starting your vehicle ... Remote start safety features ...

  • Page 231: Fuel

    The CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp may also turn on. If this occurs, return to your autho- rized SUBARU dealer for diagnosis. If it is determined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used, repairs may not be covered by your warranty.

  • Page 232: Fuel Filler Lid And Cap

    In addition, some gasoline suppliers are now producing reformulated gasolines, which are designed to reduce vehicle emissions. SUBARU approves the use of reformulated gasoline. If you are not sure what the fuel contains, you should ask your service station oper-...
  • Page 233 Starting and operating 700302 1. To open the fuel filler lid, pull the lid re- lease lever. The lever is on the floor at the left of the driver’s seat. 700303 2. Open the fuel filler lid. 700304 1) Open 2) Close 3.

  • Page 234: State Emission Testing (U.s. Only)

    At state inspection time, remember to tell your inspection or service station in advance not to place your SUBARU AWD vehicle on a two-wheel dyna- mometer. Otherwise, serious transmis- sion damage will result.
  • Page 235 There are some states that use four-wheel dynamometers in their testing programs. When properly used, that equipment will not damage an AWD SUBARU vehicle. Under no circumstances should the rear wheels be jacked off the ground, nor should the driveshaft be disconnected for state emission testing.

  • Page 236: Preparing To Drive

    “START” position without depressing the accelerator pedal. 4) If the engine still refuses to start, con- tact your nearest SUBARU dealer for assistance. 6. Confirm that all warning and indicator lights have gone out after the engine has started.

  • Page 237: Stopping The Engine

    Starting and operating gine warms up. While the engine is warming up, make sure that the selector lever is at the “P” or “N” position and that the parking brake is applied. Stopping the engine Do not stop the engine when the ve- hicle is moving.

  • Page 238: Starting Your Vehicle

    700388 Starting your vehicle The remote control start system is activat- ed by pressing the “ ” button twice within 3 seconds on your remote control transmitter. The system will check certain pre-conditions before starting, and if all safety parameters are correct, the engine will start within 5 seconds.

  • Page 239: Pre-Heating Or Pre-Cooling The Interior Of The Vehicle

    7-10 Starting and operating mitter within a few seconds immediately following remote engine start shutdown. Pre-heating or pre-cooling the interior of the vehicle Before exiting the vehicle, set the temper- ature controls to the desired setting and operation. After the system starts the vehi- cle, the heater or air-conditioning will acti- vate and heat or cool the interior to your setting.

  • Page 240: System Maintenance

    the brake pedal repeatedly will toggle the feature ON or OFF each time. 7. To exit the remote transmitter and fea- ture programming mode, turn the ignition switch to the “OFF” position, remove the key from the ignition switch and test oper- ation of the remote transmitter(s) and horn confirmation feature.

  • Page 241: Automatic Transmission

    7-12 Starting and operating on the old batteries before removing them to ensure that the new batteries are insert- ed properly (battery “+” should be pointed away from the transmitter circuit board on both batteries). 3. Carefully snap the case halves back to- gether, then test the remote control.

  • Page 242: Selector Lever

    the transmission to shift at the most appropriate times for the current con- dition of your vehicle. Optimized shift- ing will be restored as the vehicle con- tinues to be driven for a while. Selector lever 700305 : With the brake pedal depressed, shift while pressing the button in.

  • Page 243: Selector Lever Reverse Inhibiting Function

    7-14 Starting and operating Do not drive the vehicle with the se- lector lever in the “N” (neutral) posi- tion. Engine braking has no effect in this condition and the risk of an ac- cident is consequently increased. D (Drive) This position is for normal driving.

  • Page 244: Selection Of Manual Mode

    “P” position while pressing the release button. If the selector lever reverse inhibit- ing function fails, have the vehicle inspect- ed by the nearest SUBARU dealer. Selection of manual mode 700307 With the vehicle either moving or station- ary, move the selector lever from the “D”...

  • Page 245: Maximum Speeds

    7-16 Starting and operating Gearshifts can be performed using the se- lector lever. 700309 Shift to the next-higher gear by briefly pushing the selector lever toward the “+” end of the manual gate. Shift to the next-lower gear by briefly pull- ing the selector lever toward the “–”...

  • Page 246: Driving Tips

    of the gear which is about to be selected. Position mph (km/h) 25 (40) 59 (95) 95 (153) Never exceed posted speed limits. NOTE In order to prevent over-revving dur- ing acceleration of the vehicle, the transmission will automatically shift to the next highest gear if the Maximum Allowable Speed for the current gear is exceeded.

  • Page 247: Shift Lock Release

    “P” to the “N” position while pressing the release button. 6. Remove the screwdriver from the hole. Depress the brake pedal and start the en- gine. Take your vehicle to the nearest SUBARU dealer immediately to have the system re- paired.

  • Page 248: Power Steering

    Power steering Do not hold the steering wheel at the fully locked position left or right for more than five seconds. This may damage the power steering pump. The power steering system operates only when the engine is running. If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system fails to function, you can steer but it will take much more effort.

  • Page 249: Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators

    If a squeaking or scraping noise is heard from the disc brakes while braking, imme- diately have your vehicle inspected by the nearest SUBARU dealer.

  • Page 250: Abs (Anti-Lock Brake System)

    ABS (Anti-lock Brake Sys- tem) Always use the utmost care in driv- ing – overconfidence because you are driving with an ABS equipped vehicle could easily lead to a seri- ous accident. The ABS system does not always decrease stopping distance. You should always maintain a safe fol- lowing distance from other vehi- cles.

  • Page 251: Electronic Brake Force Distribution (Ebd) System

    The warning light comes on dur- ing driving. If these occur, have the ABS system repaired at the first available oppor- tunity by your SUBARU dealer. NOTE If the warning light behavior is as de- scribed in the following, the ABS sys- tem may be considered normal.

  • Page 252: Steps To Take If Ebd System Fails

    5. If the brake fluid level is not below the “MIN” mark, the EBD system may be faulty. Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system in- spected. 6. If the brake fluid level is below the “MIN”...

  • Page 253: Vehicle Dynamics Control System

    7-24 Starting and operating Vehicle Dynamics Control system Always use the utmost care in driv- ing – overconfidence because you are driving with a Vehicle Dynamics Control system equipped vehicle could easily lead to a serious acci- dent. Even if your vehicle is equipped with Vehicle Dynamics Control, winter tires...

  • Page 254: Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor

    may be felt when the Vehicle Dynamics Control system operates; a small de- gree of vehicle or steering wheel shak- ing may also be noticed in this situa- tion. These are normal characteristics of Vehicle Dynamics Control operation and are no cause for alarm. When driving off immediately after starting the engine, a short-lived oper- ation noise may be noticed coming...
  • Page 255 Vehicle Dynamics Con- trol system; if any should occur, we rec- ommend that you have an authorized SUBARU dealer carry out an inspection of the system at the first available opportuni- The warning light does not turn on when the ignition key is turned to the ON posi- tion.

  • Page 256: Traction Control System Off Switch

    The following two situations could indicate malfunction of the Vehicle Dynamics Con- trol system; if either should occur, have an authorized SUBARU dealer carry out an inspection of that system at the first avail- able opportunity. The indicator light does not turn on when the ignition key is turned to the ON position.

  • Page 257: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)

    7-28 Starting and operating not have a Traction Control system. Do not deactivate the Traction Control system except when absolutely neces- sary. Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) 700318 The tire pressure monitoring system pro- vides the driver with a warning message by sending a signal from a sensor that is installed in each wheel when tire pressure is severely low.
  • Page 258 This indicates the TPMS is unable to monitor all four road wheels. Contact your SUBARU deal- er as soon as possible for tire and sensor replacement and/or system resetting.

  • Page 259: Parking Your Vehicle

    7-30 Starting and operating Parking your vehicle Never leave unattended children or pets in the vehicle. They could accidentally injure themselves or others through inadvertent opera- tion of the vehicle. Also, on hot or sunny days, the temperature in a closed vehicle could quickly be- come high enough to cause se- vere or possibly fatal injuries to...

  • Page 260: Cruise Control

    700320 When parking on a hill, always turn the steering wheel. When the vehicle is head- ed up the hill, the front wheels should be turned away from the curb. 700321 When facing downhill, the front wheels should be turned into the curb. Cruise control Cruise control enables you to maintain a constant vehicle speed without holding...

  • Page 261: To Temporarily Cancel The Cruise Control

    7-32 Starting and operating vehicle reaches the desired speed. 300333 3. Push the control lever downward in the “SET/COAST” direction and release it. Then release the accelerator pedal. 700323 At this time, the “ ” indicator light is il- luminated in the combination meter. The vehicle will maintain the desired speed.

  • Page 262: To Change The Cruising Speed

    To change the cruising speed To increase the speed (by control le- ver) 300334 Push the control lever upward in the “RES/ACC” direction and hold it until the vehicle reaches the desired speed. Then, release the control lever. The vehicle speed at that moment will be memorized and treated as the new set speed.

  • Page 263: Cruise Control Indicator Light

    7-34 Starting and operating cruise control temporarily. 2. When the speed decreases to the de- sired speed, press the control lever down- ward in the “SET/COAST” direction once. Now the desired speed is set and the ve- hicle will keep running at that speed with- out depressing the accelerator pedal.
  • Page 264 New vehicle break-in driving – the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) ... Fuel economy hints ... Engine exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ... Catalytic converter ... Periodic inspections ... Driving in foreign countries ... Driving tips for AWD vehicles ... On-pavement and off road driving ... Winter driving ...

  • Page 265: Driving Tips

    Driving tips New vehicle break-in driving – the first 1,000 miles (1,600 The performance and long life of your ve- hicle are dependent on how you handle and care for your vehicle while it is new. Follow these instructions during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km): Do not race the engine.

  • Page 266: Catalytic Converter

    (misfiring, back- firing or incomplete combustion), have your vehicle checked and repaired by an authorized SUBARU dealer. Do not apply undercoating or rust pre- vention treatment to the heat shield of cat- alytic converter and the exhaust system.

  • Page 267: Periodic Inspections

    Driving tips Periodic inspections To keep your vehicle in the best condition at all times, always have the recommend- ed maintenance services listed in the maintenance schedule in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet” performed at the specified time or mileage intervals. Driving in foreign countries When planning to use your vehicle in an- other country:...

  • Page 268: On-Pavement And Off Road Driving

    By shifting power between the front and rear wheels, SUBARU AWD can also provide added traction during acceleration, and added engine braking force during decel- eration.
  • Page 269 If you do take your SUBARU off-road, certain common sense precautions such as the following should be taken: Make certain that you and all of your passengers are wearing seatbelts.

  • Page 270: Winter Driving

    “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. Remember that damage done to your SUBARU while operating it off-road and not using common sense precautions such as those listed above is not eligible for warranty coverage.
  • Page 271 SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid con- tains 58.5% methyl alcohol and 41.5% surfactant, by volume. Its freezing temper- ature varies according to how much it is di- luted, as indicated in the following table.

  • Page 272: Driving On Snowy And Icy Roads

    If your SUBARU is not going to be used for an extended period, it is best to have the fuel tank filled to capacity.

  • Page 273: Corrosion Protection

    8-10 Driving tips wiper blades (winter blades) during the seasons you could have snow and sub- zero temperatures. Blades of this type give superior wiping performance in snowy conditions. Be sure to use blades that are suitable for your vehicle. During high-speed driving, non- freezing type wiper blades may not perform as well as standard wiper...

  • Page 274: Tire Chains

    Recommended winter (snow) tire size P255/55R18 stud less Tire chains Tire chains cannot be used on tires listed in the following because of lack of clearance between the tires and vehicle body. All model: P255/55R18 tires Rocking the vehicle If you must rock the vehicle to free it from snow, sand, or mud, depress the acceler- ator pedal slightly and move the selector lever back and forth between “D”...

  • Page 275: Vehicle Capacity Weight

    8-12 Driving tips Do not carry spray cans, containers with flammable or corrosive liquids or any other dangerous items inside the vehicle. NOTE For better fuel economy, do not carry unneeded cargo. Vehicle capacity weight 800202 800280 The load capacity of your vehicle is deter- mined by weight, not by available cargo space.

  • Page 276: Crossbar (If Equipped)

    GAWR. The front and rear GAWs can be adjusted by relocating luggage inside the vehicle. Even if the total weight of your luggage is lower than the vehicle capacity weight, ei- ther front or rear GAW may exceed the GAWR, depending on the distribution of the luggage.

  • Page 277: Trailer Hitch (If Equipped)

    8-14 Driving tips signed to carry loads (cargo and attach- ment) of not more than 150 lbs (67.5 kg). Before operating the vehicle, make sure that the cargo is properly secured on the attachment. NOTE Remember that the vehicle’s center of gravity is altered with the weight of the load on the roof, thus affecting the driving characteristics.

  • Page 278: Connecting A Trailer

    Use only the ball mount supplied with this hitch. Use the hitch only as a weight carrying hitch. Do not use with any type of weight dis- tributing hitch. The trailer hitch is designed to tow a Class 1 rated load. The maximum gross trailer weight and maximum gross tongue weight are indicated in the following table.

  • Page 279: When You Do Not Tow A Trailer

    8-16 Driving tips 800209 Do not connect safety chains to part of the vehicle other than the safety chain hooks. 800210 Hitch harness connector 8. Connect the hitch wire harness’s black four-pin wire connector to the towing trail- er’s wire harness. 9.

  • Page 280: Trailer Towing

    Seek the advice of your SUBARU dealer to assist you in pur- chasing a hitch and other necessary tow- ing equipment appropriate for your vehi- cle.
  • Page 281 8-18 Driving tips Total trailer weight 800211 Total trailer weight The total trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo load) must never exceed the maximum weight shown in the following table.
  • Page 282 Vehicle without cooling kit Conditions When towing a trailer without brakes. When towing a trailer with brakes. When towing a trailer on a long uphill grade con- tinuously for over 5 miles (8 km) with an outside temperature of 104°F (40°C) or above. Vehicle with cooling kit Conditions When towing a trailer without brakes.
  • Page 283 8-20 Driving tips cle. 800203 Certification label Gross Axle Weight (GAW) and Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) 800213 Gross Axle Weight The total weight applied to each axle (GAW) must never exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). The front and rear GAWs can be adjusted by relocating passengers and luggage inside the vehi- cle.

  • Page 284: Trailer Hitches

    Vehicle without cooling kit: 200 lbs (90 kg) Vehicle with cooling kit: 350 lbs (158 kg) 800215 1) Jack 2) Bathroom scale The tongue load can be weighed with a bathroom scale as shown in the illustra- tion above. When weighing the tongue load, be sure to position the towing cou- pler at the height at which it would be dur- ing actual towing, using a jack as shown.
  • Page 285 8-22 Driving tips The use of a genuine SUBARU trailer hitch recommended. genuine SUBARU hitch is available from your SUBARU dealer. If use of a non-genuine hitch is unavoid- able, be sure the hitch is suited to your ve- hicle and trailer. Consult with a profes-...

  • Page 286: Trailer Towing Tips

    To ensure the trailer lights are connected properly, please consult your SUBARU dealer. Check for proper operation of the turn signals, the brake lights and parking lights each time you hitch up.
  • Page 287 If the ABS warning light illuminates while the vehicle is in motion, stop towing the trailer and have repairs performed im- mediately by the nearest SUBARU dealer. Driving on grades Before going down a steep hill, slow down and shift into lower gear (if neces-...
  • Page 288 heating of your vehicle’s brakes. Do not make sudden downshifts. When driving uphill in hot weather, the air conditioner may turn off automatically to protect the engine from overheating. When driving uphill in hot weather, pay attention to the water temperature gauge pointer and AT OIL TEMP warning light since the engine and transmission are rel- atively prone to overheating under these...
  • Page 290 In case of emergency If you park your vehicle in an emergency ... Spare tire ... Removing the spare tire ... Re-storage of spare tire ... Temporary spare tire ... Flat tires ... Changing a flat tire ... Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) ... Jump starting ...

  • Page 291: If You Park Your Vehicle In An Emergency

    In case of emergency If you park your vehicle in an In case of emergency emergency 300504 The hazard warning flasher should be used in day or night to warn other drivers when you have to park your vehicle under emergency conditions.

  • Page 292: Removing The Spare Tire

    the “Temporary spare tire” section in this chapter for instructions and precautions. Removing the spare tire 1. Take the wheel nut wrench and exten- sion out of the tool bag. Refer to the “Main- tenance tools” section in this chapter. 900202 2.
  • Page 293 In case of emergency Do not put your fingers into the center hole of the temporary spare tire while you pulling it out, because they might be pinched in between the wheel and the retain- 900207 9. Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the center of the tempo- rary spare tire.

  • Page 294: Re-Storage Of Spare Tire

    When using the spare tire hoist: Do not use air tools or power tools to turn the spare tire hoist shaft end. If you do, it could result in severe mechanical damage to the spare tire hoist. Re-storage of spare tire 1.

  • Page 295: Temporary Spare Tire

    This indicates the tire pres- sure monitoring system (TPMS) is unable to monitor all four road wheels. Contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible for tire and sensor replacement and/or system resetting. Never use any temporary spare tire other than the original.

  • Page 296: Flat Tires

    Flat tires If you have a flat tire while driving, never brake suddenly; keep driving straight ahead while gradually reducing speed. Then slowly pull off the road to a safe place. Changing a flat tire Do not jack up the vehicle on an incline or a loose road surface.
  • Page 297 In case of emergency 900262 5 seater models 1) Jack handle 2) Jack 3) Spare tire 5. Take out the jack and jack handle. The jack and jack handle are stored under the floor of the cargo area. 6. Remove the spare tire. Refer to the sections “Spare tire”...
  • Page 298 head engages firmly into the jack-up point. 900215 10.Insert the jack handle into the jack- screw, and turn the handle until the tire clears the ground. Do not raise the vehicle higher than necessary. 11.Remove the wheel nuts and the flat tire.
  • Page 299 9-10 In case of emergency 900292 900208 1) The length of the wheel nut wrench 15.Confirm the length of the equipped wheel nut wrench. For an aluminum wheel vehicle, the 11.2- inch (285 mm) wheel nut wrench is equipped as a maintenance tool. And for a chrome plated wheel vehicle, the 13.2- inch (335 mm) wheel nut wrench is equipped as well.

  • Page 300: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)

    17.Store the flat tire in the spare tire hold- Refer to the sections “Spare tire” in this chapter for its location, instructions and precautions. When stowing a flat tire in the spare tire holder, turn the hoist shaft end only slowly. If it is turned quickly, the wheel disc of the flat tire could be damaged.

  • Page 301: Jump Starting

    If the light flashes, promptly contact a SUBARU dealer to have the sys- tem inspected. Jump starting Battery fluid is SULFURIC ACID. Do not let it come in contact with the eyes, skin, clothing or the ve- hicle.
  • Page 302 9-13 In case of emergency volts and the negative terminal is ground- 2. If the booster battery is in another vehi- cle, do not let the two vehicles touch. 3. Turn off all unnecessary lights and ac- cessories. 4. Connect the jumper cables exactly in the sequence illustrated.
  • Page 303 9-14 In case of emergency 1) Connect one jumper cable to the pos- itive (+) terminal on the discharged bat- tery. 2) Connect the other end of the jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the booster battery. 3) Connect one end of the other cable to the negative (–) terminal of the booster battery.

  • Page 304: Engine Overheating

    5. Start the engine of the vehicle with the booster battery and run it at moderate speed. Then start the engine of the vehi- cle that has the discharged battery. 6. When finished, carefully disconnect the cables in exactly the reverse order. Engine overheating Never attempt to remove the radia- tor cap until the engine has been...

  • Page 305: Towing

    900217 If towing is necessary, it is best done by your SUBARU dealer or a commercial towing service. Observe the following pro- cedures for safety. Towing and tie-down hooks The towing hooks should be used only in an emergency (e.g., to free a stuck vehicle...
  • Page 306 900219 3. Screw the towing hook into the thread hole until the threads can no longer be seen. 900220 4. Tighten the towing hook securely using a wheel nut wrench. After towing, remove the towing hook from the vehicle and stow it in the tool bag. Fit the towing hook cover on the bumper.

  • Page 307: Using A Flat-Bed Truck

    9-18 In case of emergency 4. Tighten the towing hook securely using a wheel nut wrench. After towing, remove the towing hook from the vehicle and stow it in the tool bag. Put the thread hole cover on the rear bumper.

  • Page 308: Towing With All Wheels On The Ground

    Towing with all wheels on the ground 900227 Never turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position while the ve- hicle is being towed because the steering wheel and the direction of the wheels will be locked. Remember that the brake booster and power steering do not func- tion when the engine is not run- ning.

  • Page 309: Maintenance Tools

    9-20 In case of emergency 900263 3. Unlock the rear gate by moving the le- ver to the right. 4. Open the rear gate from outside by raising the rear gate handle. Maintenance tools 900230 Your vehicle is equipped with the following maintenance tools: Screwdriver Towing hook (eye bolt)

  • Page 310: In Case Of Emergency

    9-21 In case of emergency the cargo area. For how to use the jack, refer to the “Flat tires” section in this chapter.

  • Page 312: Appearance Care

    Appearance care Exterior care ... 10-2 Washing ... Waxing and polishing ... Cleaning aluminum wheels ... Corrosion protection ... 10-3 Most common causes of corrosion ... To help prevent corrosion ... Cleaning the interior ... 10-4 Seat fabric ... Leather seat materials ... Synthetic leather upholstery ...

  • Page 313: Exterior Care

    10-2 Appearance care Exterior care Appearance care Washing When washing the vehicle, the brakes may get wet. As a result, the brake stopping distance will be longer. To dry the brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe speed while lightly pressing the brake pedal to heat up the brakes.

  • Page 314: Waxing And Polishing

    When in doubt, it is always best to contact your SUBARU dealer or an auto paint specialist. NOTE Be careful not to block the windshield washer nozzles with wax when waxing the vehicle.

  • Page 315: To Help Prevent Corrosion

    Use the cleaner according to its instructions. NOTE When cleaning the seat, do not use benzine, paint thinner, or any similar materials. Leather seat materials The leather used by SUBARU is a high...

  • Page 316: Synthetic Leather Upholstery

    If your SUBARU is to be parked for a long time in bright sunlight, it is recommended that the seats and headrests be covered, or the windows shaded, to prevent fading or shrinkage.

  • Page 318: Maintenance And Service

    Maintenance schedule ... Maintenance precautions ... Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment ... When you do checking or servicing in the engine compartment while the engine is running ... Engine hood ... Engine compartment overview ... Engine oil ... Checking the oil level ...
  • Page 319 Aluminum wheels ... 11-30 Chrome plated wheels (if equipped) ... 11-31 Windshield washer fluid ... 11-32 Replacement of wiper blades ... 11-33 Windshield wiper blade assembly ... 11-34 Windshield wiper blade rubber ... 11-34 Rear window wiper blade assembly ... 11-35 Rear window wiper blade rubber ...

  • Page 320: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance precautions When maintenance and service are re- quired, it is recommended that all work be done by an authorized SUBARU dealer. If you perform maintenance and service by yourself, you should familiarize your- self with the information provided in this section on general maintenance and ser- vice for your SUBARU.

  • Page 321: Before Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment

    NEVER use a circuit tester for these wiring. If your SRS airbag or seatbelt pre- tensioner needs service, consult your nearest SUBARU dealer. Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment Always stop the engine and set the parking brake firmly to pre- vent the vehicle from moving.
  • Page 322 B00301 3. Release the secondary hood release located under the front grille by moving the lever toward the left. 4. Lift up the hood. To close the hood: 1. Lower the hood to a point approximate- ly 20 in (50 cm) from the closed position and then give the hood a strong push down to make it drop.

  • Page 323: Engine Compartment Overview

    11-6 Maintenance and service Engine compartment overview 10 9 B00302 Air cleaner element (page 11-13) Power steering fluid reservoir (page 11-19) Differential gear oil level gauge (page 11-16) Automatic transmission fluid level gauge (page 11-15) Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-20) Fuse box (page 11-38) Battery (page 11-37) Windshield washer tank (page 11-32)

  • Page 324: Engine Oil

    Engine oil Checking the oil level Check the engine oil level at each fuel stop. 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and stop the engine. B00303 2. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and insert it again. 3.
  • Page 325 11-8 Maintenance and service B00305 4. Drain out the engine oil by removing the drain plug while the engine is still warm. The used oil should be drained into an appropriate container and disposed of properly. Be careful not to burn yourself with hot engine oil.

  • Page 326: Recommended Grade And Viscosity

    The following ta- ble lists the recommended viscosities and applicable temperatures. When adding oil, different brands may be used together as long as they are the same API classification and SAE viscosity as those recommended by SUBARU. – CONTINUED –...

  • Page 327: Recommended Grade And Viscosity Under Severe Driving Conditions

    –33°F (–36°C). For adding, use genuine SUBARU coolant or an equivalent: a mixture of 50% soft water (or clear and drinkable wa- ter) and 50% phosphate or non- amine type coolant.

  • Page 328: Hose And Connections

    Check the fuse and replace it if necessary. If the fuse is not blown, have the cooling system checked by your SUBARU dealer. If frequent addition of coolant is neces- sary, there may be a leak in the engine cooling system.
  • Page 329 1) Fill up to here 5. Slowly pour the coolant and fill up to just below the filler neck, allowing enough room to add genuine Subaru cooling sys- tem conditioner in the radiator. Add genu- ine Subaru cooling system conditioner un- til the coolant level reaches the filler neck.

  • Page 330: Air Cleaner Element

    Replacing the air cleaner ele- ment Replace the air cleaner element according to the maintenance schedule in the “War- ranty and Maintenance Booklet”. Under extremely dusty conditions, replace it more frequently. It is recommended that you always use genuine SUBARU parts. – CONTINUED –...

  • Page 331: Spark Plugs

    It may be difficult to replace the spark plugs. It is recommended that you have spark plugs replaced your SUBARU dealer. The spark plugs should be replaced ac- cording to the maintenance schedule in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. Recommended spark plugs ILFR6B (NGK)

  • Page 332: Drive Belts

    However, replacement of the belt should be done according to the maintenance schedule in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. Consult your SUBARU dealer for replacement. If a belt is loose, cracked, or worn, contact your SUBARU dealer. Automatic transmission fluid...

  • Page 333: Recommended Fluid

    Recommended fluid Use one of the following types of automat- ic transmission fluid. Genuine Subaru Automatic Transmis- sion Fluid Type-HP IDEMITSU ATF HP Castrol Transmax J Pennzoil ATF-J* * Available only in the USA (except...

  • Page 334: Recommended Grade And Viscosity

    B00318 1) Upper level 2) Lower level 3. Pull out the dipstick again and check the oil level on it. If it is below the lower level, add oil to bring the level up to the up- per level. Be careful not to spill front differen- tial gear oil when adding it.

  • Page 335: Recommended Grade And Viscosity

    If the vehicle requires frequent re- filling, there may be an oil leak. If you suspect a problem, have the vehicle checked at your SUBARU dealer. Recommended grade and viscosity Each oil manufacturer has its own base oils and additives.

  • Page 336: Power Steering Fluid

    11-19 Maintenance and service If the fluid level is extreme low, it may indi- cate possible leakage. Consult your SUBARU dealer for inspection. Recommended fluid Use one of the following types of automat- ic transmission fluid. “Dexron III” Type Automatic Trans-...

  • Page 337: Brake Fluid

    If the vehicle requires frequent re- filling, there may be a leak. If you suspect a problem, have the vehi- cle checked at your SUBARU dealer. Never use different brands of brake fluid together. Also, avoid mixing DOT 3 and DOT 4 brake flu- ids even if they are of the same brand.

  • Page 338: Specifications

    2 lbs (10 N, 1 kg). If the free play is not within proper specifi- cation, contact your SUBARU dealer. 11-21 Maintenance and service Checking the brake pedal re-...

  • Page 339: Replacement Of Brake Pad And Lining

    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. Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings When replacing the brake pad or lining, use only genuine SUBARU parts.

  • Page 340: Parking Brake Stroke

    (approximately 67 lbs, 300 N, 30 kg). If the parking brake pedal stroke is not within the specified range, have the brake system checked and adjusted at your SUBARU dealer. Tires and wheels Types of tires You should be familiar with type of tires present on your vehicle.
  • Page 341 In this event, go to a SUBARU dealer to have the system inspected as soon as possible. While the vehicle is driven, friction be- tween tires and the road surface causes the tires to warm up.

  • Page 342: Tire Inspection

    This in- dicates the TPMS is unable to moni- tor all four road wheels. Contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible for tire and sensor replace- ment and/or system resetting. If the light flashes, promptly contact a SUBARU dealer to have the system inspected.
  • Page 343 11-26 Maintenance and service NOTE The air pressure in a tire increases by approximately 4.3 psi (30 kPa, 0.3 kgf/cm ) when the tire becomes warm. The tires are considered cold when the vehicle has been parked for at least three hours or has been driven less than one mile (1.6 km).

  • Page 344: Wheel Balance

    Loss of correct wheel alignment* caus- es the tires to wear on one side and re- duces the vehicle’s running stability. Contact your SUBARU dealer if you no- tice abnormal tire wear. *: The suspension system is designed to hold...

  • Page 345: Tire Rotation Direction Mark

    11-28 Maintenance and service When a tire’s tread wear indicator becomes visible, the tire is worn be- yond the acceptable limit and must be replaced immediately. With a tire in this condition, driving at high speeds in wet weather can cause the vehicle to hydroplane.

  • Page 346: Tire Replacement

    11-29 Maintenance and service For safe vehicle operation, SUBARU rec- ommends replacing all four tires at the same time. All four tires must be the same in terms of manufacturer, brand...

  • Page 347: Wheel Replacement

    Replacement wheels are available from SUBARU dealers. Use only those wheels that are specified for your vehicle. Wheels not meeting specifications could in-...

  • Page 348: Chrome Plated Wheels (If Equipped)

    When wheel nuts, balance weights, or the center cap is replaced, be sure to re- place them with genuine SUBARU parts designed for aluminum wheels. Chrome plated wheels (if equipped)

  • Page 349: Windshield Washer Fluid

    When wheel nuts, balance weights, or the center cap is replaced, be sure to re- place them with genuine SUBARU parts designed for chrome plated wheels. Windshield washer fluid Never use engine coolant as washer fluid because it could cause paint damage.

  • Page 350: Replacement Of Wiper Blades

    In areas where water freezes in winter, use an anti-freeze type windshield washer fluid. SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid contains 58.5% methyl alcohol and 41.5% surfactant, by volume. Its freezing temper- ature varies according to how much it is di- luted, as indicated in the following table.

  • Page 351: Windshield Wiper Blade Assembly

    If you cannot eliminate the streaking even after following this method, replace the wiper blades using the following proce- dures. Be sure to use genuine SUBARU wiper blade rubbers as replacements. Windshield wiper blade as- sembly 1.

  • Page 352: Rear Window Wiper Blade Assembly

    B00397 1) Metal spines 2. If the new blade rubber is not provided with two metal spines, remove the metal spines from the old blade rubber and in- stall them in the new blade rubber. Be sure to install each metal spine so as to fit its groove completely on the center ridge of the blade rubber.

  • Page 353: Rear Window Wiper Blade Rubber

    11-36 Maintenance and service 700064 3. Pull the wiper blade assembly toward you to remove it from the wiper arm. Rear window wiper blade rub- 700017 1. Pull out the end of the blade rubber as- sembly to unlock it from the plastic sup- port.

  • Page 354: Battery

    B00067 Securely retain both ends of the rubber with the stoppers on the plastic support ends. If the rubber is not retained properly, the wiper may scratch the rear window glass. 5. Install the wiper blade assembly to the wiper arm. Make sure that it locks in place. 6.

  • Page 355: Fuses

    11-38 Maintenance and service battery fluid level or periodically refill with distilled water. Fuses Never replace a fuse with one hav- ing a higher rating or with material other than a fuse because serious damage or a fire could result. B00334 The fuses are designed to melt during an overload to prevent damage to the wiring...
  • Page 356 5. Inspect the fuse. If it has blown, re- place it with a spare fuse of the same rat- ing. 6. If the same fuse blows again, this indi- cates that its system has a problem. Con- tact your SUBARU dealer for repairs.

  • Page 357: Main Fuse

    SUBARU dealer. Installation of accessories Always consult your SUBARU dealer be- fore installing fog lights or any other elec- trical equipment in your vehicle. Such ac- cessories may cause the electronic sys-...

  • Page 358: Replacing Bulbs

    11-41 Maintenance and service Replacing bulbs B00339 – CONTINUED –...

  • Page 359: Headlight

    NOTE If headlight aiming is required, con- sult your SUBARU dealer for proper adjustment of the headlight aim. It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. Have your SUBARU dealer re-...
  • Page 360 Low beam light bulbs B00542 B00116 Right-hand side 1. Use a screwdriver to undo the clips on the air intake duct, then remove the air in- take duct. (right-hand side) Left-hand side 2. Use a screwdriver to remove the se- cured clip of the washer tank.
  • Page 361 11-44 Maintenance and service spring securely. 7. Reconnect the electrical connector. 8. Install the bulb cover. 9. Install the air intake duct with clip. (right-hand side) 10.Set the washer tank to the original place and secure it by clip. (left-hand side) High beam light bulbs B00542 B00116...

  • Page 362: Parking Light

    4. Install the headlight assembly and the front grille in the reverse order of removal. Front fog light It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. Have your SUBARU dealer replace the bulbs if necessary. – CONTINUED –...

  • Page 363: Rear Combination Lights

    11-46 Maintenance and service Rear combination lights B00347 1. Remove the two covers by inserting the tip of a flat-head screwdriver. B00348 2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the upper and lower screws. B00349 1) Brake/tail light 2) Rear turn signal light 3.

  • Page 364: Rear Gate Light

    2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it. 3. Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket and replace it with a new one. 4. Install the bulb socket by turning it clockwise. Install the light cover on the rear gate.

  • Page 365: Dome Light

    11-48 Maintenance and service new bulb. 4. Reinstall the lens and cover. 5. Tighten the mounting screws. Dome light B00355 Vehicles with Rear Seat Entertainment 700083 Vehicles without Rear Seat Entertain- ment 1. Remove the lens by prying the edge of the lens with a flat-head screwdriver.

  • Page 366: Door Step Light

    3. Install a new bulb. 4. Reinstall the lens. Door step light It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. Have your SUBARU dealer replace the bulbs if necessary. Cargo area light 700078 1. Remove the cargo area light assembly by prying the edge of the light with a flat- head screwdriver.
  • Page 368 Specifications Specifications ... 12-2 Dimensions ... Engine ... Electrical system ... Capacities ... Tires ... Wheel alignment ... Fuses and circuits ... 12-5 Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment ... Fuse panel located in the engine compartment ... Bulb chart ... 12-8 Vehicle identification ...

  • Page 369: Specifications

    12-2 Specifications Specifications These specifications are subject to change without notice. Dimensions Overall length Overall width Overall height Wheel base Tread Front Rear Ground clearance Engine Engine model Engine type Displacement cc (cu-in) Bore × Stroke in (mm) Compression ratio Firing order EZ30D (3.0-liter, DOHC, non-turbo)

  • Page 370: Specifications

    Electrical system Battery type and capacity (5HR) Alternator Spark plugs Capacities Fuel tank Engine oil Transmission fluid Front differential gear oil Rear differential gear oil Power steering fluid Engine coolant Tires Tire size Wheel size Pressure Front Rear Rear at trailer towing Temporary spare tire Size Pressure...

  • Page 371: Wheel Alignment

    12-4 Specifications Wheel alignment Front Rear Camber Front Rear 0 in (0 mm) 0.0787 in (2 mm) 0°00’ –0°31’...

  • Page 372: Fuses And Circuits

    Fuses and circuits Fuse panel located in the passenger compart- ment Fuse panel C00004 Specifications Fuse rating Circuit Trailer hitch connector Tail light Door locking 7.5A Front wiper deicer relay Moonroof 7.5A Combination meter 7.5A Remote control rear view mirrors Seat heater relay Combination meter Integrated unit...

  • Page 373: Specifications

    12-6 Specifications Fuse panel Fuse rating Position light Tail light Rear combination light Console socket Illumination Seat heaters Backup light 7.5A Headlight right side relay Empty 7.5A Starter relay Air conditioner Rear window defogger relay coil Rear wiper Rear window washer Audio unit SRS airbag system (Main) 7.5A...

  • Page 374: Fuse Panel Located In The Engine Compartment

    12-7 Specifications Fuse panel located in the engine compartment 9 10 11 13 C00115 A) Main fuse – CONTINUED –...

  • Page 375: Bulb Chart

    12-8 Specifications Fuse panel Fuse rating Vehicle dynamics control unit Sub fan Main fan Headlight (right side) Headlight (left side) Backup Horn Rear window defogger Fuel pump Automatic transmission control unit 7.5A Engine control unit Turn and hazard warning flasher Parking switch 7.5A Alternator...

  • Page 376: Vehicle Identification

    Vehicle identification C00116 C00110 12-9 Specifications Vehicle identification number Certification and bar code label Tire inflation pressure label Vehicle identification number plate Model number label Emission control label Fuel label...

  • Page 378: Consumer Information And Reporting Safety Defects

    Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Tire information ... 13-2 Tire labeling ... Recommended tire inflation pressure ... Glossary of tire terminology ... Tire care – maintenance and safety practices ... Vehicle load limit – how to determine ... Determining compatibility of tire and vehicle load capacities ...

  • Page 379: Index

    13-2 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects For U.S.A. Consumer information and Reporting safety defects The following information has been com- piled according to Code of Federal Regu- lations “Title 49, Part 575”. Tire information Tire labeling Many markings (e.g. Tire size, Tire Identification Number or TIN) are placed on the sidewall of a tire by tire manufacturers.
  • Page 380 which specifies the maximum load a tire can carry at the speed indicated by its speed symbol, at maximum in- flation pressure. For example, “104” means 1,984 lbs (900 kg), “100” means 1,764 lbs (800 kg), “90” means 1,323 lbs (600 kg). Load indices apply only to the tire, not to the vehicle.
  • Page 381 13-4 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Maximum load rating applies only to the tire, not to the vehi- cle. Putting a load rated tire on any vehicle does not mean the vehicle can be loaded up to the tire’s rated load. Construction type Applicable construction of this tire.

  • Page 382: Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure

    Recommended tire inflation pressure Recommended cold tire inflation pressure Recommended cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle’s tires is as follows, Tire size Wheel size Pressure Front Rear Rear at trailer towing Temporary spare tire Size Pressure Consumer information and Reporting safety defects P255/55R18 104H 18 ×...

  • Page 383: Glossary Of Tire Terminology

    13-6 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Vehicle placard B00326 800280 The vehicle placard is affixed to the driver’s side B-pillar. Example: TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION SEATING CAPACITY TOTAL 7 FRONT 2 REAR 5 The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 525kg or 1157 lbs.

  • Page 384: Tire Care - Maintenance And Safety Practices

    asymmetrical tire that has a particu- lar side that must always face out- ward when mounting on a vehicle. Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced) of floor mats, leather seats and cross bars to the extent that these items are available as factory-in- stalled equipment (whether installed or not).

  • Page 385: Vehicle Load Limit - How To Determine

    13-8 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Vehicle load limit – how to de- termine The load capacity of your vehicle is determined by weight, not by avail- able cargo space. The load limit of your vehicle is shown on the vehicle placard attached to the driver’s side B-pillar.
  • Page 386 Example 1B D00102 For example, if a person weighing 176 lbs (80 kg) now enters the same vehi- cle (bringing the number of occupants to two), the calculations are as fol- lows: 1. Calculate the total weight. Total weight = 154 lbs (70 kg) + 176 lbs (80 kg) (Occupant) + 882 lbs (400 kg) (Cargo)
  • Page 387 13-10 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Available Load Capacity 1,157 lbs – 1,069 lbs (525 kg) (485 kg) (Vehicle (Total weight) capacity weight) = 88 lbs (40 kg) 3. The result of step 2 shows that a further 88 lbs (40 kg) of cargo can be carried.

  • Page 388: Adverse Safety Consequences Of Overloading On Handling And Stopping And On Tires

    maximum loaded capacity is referred Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). The GVWR and each axle’s GAWR are shown on the vehicle cer- tification label affixed to the driver’s door. The GVWR and front and rear GAWRs are determined by not only the maximum load rating of tires but also loaded capacities of the vehicle’s suspension, axles and other parts of...

  • Page 389: Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards

    13-12 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Uniform tire quality grading standards This information indicates the relative performance of passenger car tires in the area of treadwear, traction, and temperature resistance. This is to aid the consumer in making an informed choice in the purchase of tires.

  • Page 390: Reporting Safety Defects (Usa)

    However, NHTSA can- not become involved in individual problems between you, your deal- er, or Subaru of America, Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424- 9153);...

  • Page 392: Index

    Index...
  • Page 393 14-2 Index ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ... 7-21 Warning light ... 3-16, 7-21 Accessories ... 11-40 Accessory power outlet ... 6-9 Active head restraint ... 1-6 Air cleaner element ... 11-13 Air filtration system ... 4-11 Air flow ... 4-2 Alarm system ...
  • Page 394 Changing Flat tire ... 9-7 Oil and oil filter ... 11-7 Charge warning light ... 3-13 CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp ... 3-13 Checking Brake pedal free play ... 11-21 Brake pedal reserve distance ... 11-21 Engine oil level ... 11-7 Fluid level ...
  • Page 395 14-4 Index Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ... 1-17 Engine Compartment overview ... 11-6 Coolant ... 11-11 Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ... 8-2 Hood ... 11-4 Oil ... 11-7 Overheating ... 9-15 Starting ... 7-7 Stopping ... 7-8 Exterior care ... 10-2 Flat tires ...
  • Page 396 Headlight ... 3-21 High beam ... 3-20 Security ... 3-19 Select lever/Gear position ... 3-20 SPORT mode ... 3-20 Traction Control system OFF ... 3-18 Turn signal ... 3-20 Vehicle Dynamics Control operation ... 3-18 Inside mirror ... 3-34 Interior light ... 6-2 Jack and jack handle ...
  • Page 397 14-6 Index On-pavement and off road driving ... 8-5 Outside mirrors ... 3-36 Outside temperature indicator ... 3-22 Overheating engine ... 9-15 Parking Brake stroke ... 11-23 Light switch ... 3-28 Periodic inspection ... 8-4 Power Door locking switches ... 2-6 Seat ...
  • Page 398 Safety Precautions when driving ... 4 Symbol ... 2 Warnings ... 2 Seat Fabric ... 10-4 Heater ... 1-7 Seatbelt ... 4 Maintenance ... 1-27 Pretensioners ... 1-28 Safety tips ... 1-16 Warning light and chime ... 1-18 Seatbelts ... 1-16 Second-row seats ...
  • Page 399 14-8 Index Tie-down hooks ... 9-16 Weight ... 8-18 Traction Control system OFF indicator light ... 3-18 OFF switch ... 7-27 Trailer Hitch ... 8-14 Hitches ... 8-21 Towing ... 8-17 Towing tips ... 8-23 Trip meter ... 3-7 Turn signal Indicator lights ...
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  • Page 401: Gas Station Reference

    Fuel Use unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 AKI or higher. Regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or high- er may be used. However for optimum engine performance and driveability, it is recommended that you use 91 AKI or higher grade unleaded gasoline.

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