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MSA5M1702A
A8220BE-A
OWNER’S MANUAL
Issued April 2016
Printed in USA 04/16
2017A
Forester
2017
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C Copyright 2016 FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD.
This manual describes the following vehicle types.
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Warranties & Warranties except for U.S.A. How to use this Owner’s
and Canada Manual
& Warranties for U.S.A. All warranty information, including details
All SUBARU vehicles distributed by of coverage and exclusions, is in the & Using your Owner’s Manual
Subaru of America, Inc. and sold at retail “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. Before you operate your vehicle, carefully
by an authorized SUBARU dealer in the Read these warranties carefully. read this manual. To protect yourself and
United States come with the following extend the service life of your vehicle,
warranties: follow the instructions in this manual.
. SUBARU Limited Warranty Failure to observe these instructions may
. Emission Control Systems Warranty result in serious injury and damage to your
. Emissions Performance Warranty vehicle.
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Safety precautions when . The SRS airbags deploy with & Child safety
driving considerable speed and force.
Occupants who are out of proper WARNING
& Seatbelt and SRS airbag position when the SRS airbag
deploys could suffer very serious . Never hold a child on your lap or
injuries. Because the SRS airbag in your arms while the vehicle is
WARNING moving. The passenger cannot
needs enough space for deploy-
. All persons in the vehicle should ment, the driver should always protect the child from injury in a
fasten their seatbelts BEFORE sit upright and well back in the collision, because the child will
the vehicle starts to move. Other- seat as far from the steering be caught between the passen-
wise, the possibility of serious wheel as practical while still ger and objects inside the vehi-
injury becomes greater in the maintaining full vehicle control cle.
event of a sudden stop or acci- and the front passenger should . While riding in the vehicle, in-
dent. move the seat as far back as fants and small children should
possible and sit upright and well always be placed in the REAR
. To obtain maximum protection in
back in the seat. seat in an infant or child restraint
the event of an accident, the
driver and all passengers must system which is appropriate for
For instructions and precautions, carefully the child’s age, height and
always wear seatbelts when in read the following sections.
the vehicle. The SRS (Supple- weight. If a child is too big for a
mental Restraint System) airbag . For the seatbelt system, refer to “Seat- child restraint system, the child
does not do away with the need belts” F1-16. should sit in the REAR seat and
to fasten seatbelts. In combina- . For the SRS airbag system, refer to be restrained using the seatbelts.
tion with the seatbelts, it offers “*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint According to accident statistics,
the best combined protection in System airbag)” F1-42. children are safer when properly
case of a serious accident. restrained in the rear seating
positions than in the front seat-
Not wearing a seatbelt increases ing positions. Never allow a child
the chance of severe injury or to stand up or kneel on the seat.
death in a crash even when the
vehicle has the SRS airbag. . Place children in the REAR seat
properly restrained at all times in
a child restraint device or in a
seatbelt. The SRS airbag deploys
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with considerable speed and adults or animals in the vehicle. . For the child restraint system, refer to
force and can injure or even kill They could accidentally injure “Child restraint systems” F1-29.
children, especially if they are themselves or others through . For the SRS airbag system, refer to
not restrained or improperly re- inadvertent operation of the ve- “*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint
strained. Because children are hicle. Also, on hot or sunny days, System airbag)” F1-42.
lighter and weaker than adults, temperature in a closed vehicle
their risk of being injured from could quickly become high en- & Engine exhaust gas (carbon
deployment is greater. ough to cause severe or possibly monoxide)
. NEVER INSTALL A FORWARD fatal injuries to them.
OR REARWARD FACING CHILD . When leaving the vehicle, close WARNING
SEAT IN THE FRONT SEAT. all windows and lock all doors.
DOING SO RISKS SERIOUS IN- . In models with power rear gate, . Never inhale engine exhaust gas.
JURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD when it operates, the rear gate Engine exhaust gas contains
BY PLACING THE CHILD’S HEAD moves with remarkable force. It carbon monoxide, a colorless
TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIR- is possible to be injured if any- and odorless gas which is dan-
BAG. one is caught in or hit by the rear gerous, or even lethal, if inhaled.
. Always turn the child safety locks gate so be sure to obey the . Always properly maintain the en-
to the “LOCK” position when following cautions. gine exhaust system to prevent
children sit in the rear seat. – Check that there are no chil- engine exhaust gas from enter-
Serious injury could result if a dren around the rear gate ing the vehicle.
child accidentally opens the door before operating the power . Never run the engine in a closed
and falls out. Refer to “Child rear gate. space, such as a garage, except
safety locks” F2-32. for the brief time needed to drive
– Do not allow children to oper-
. Always lock the passenger’s win- ate the power rear gate. the vehicle in or out of it.
dows using the lock switch when . Avoid remaining in a parked
children are riding in the vehicle. For instructions and precautions, carefully vehicle for a lengthy time while
Failure to follow this procedure read the following sections. the engine is running. If that is
could result in injury to a child . For the seatbelt system, refer to “Seat- unavoidable, then use the venti-
operating the power window. Re- belts” F1-16. lation fan to force fresh air into
fer to “Windows” F2-32. the vehicle.
. Never leave unattended children, . Always keep the front ventilator
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inlet grille free from snow, leaves severity of that injury. impair your driving ability. Do not drive
or other obstructions to ensure Please don’t drink and drive. after taking any medications that can
that the ventilation system al- make you drowsy or otherwise affect your
ways works properly. Drunken driving is one of the most ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. If
. If at any time you suspect that frequent causes of accidents. Since alco- you have a medical condition that requires
exhaust fumes are entering the hol affects all people differently, you may you to take drugs, please consult with
vehicle, have the problem have consumed too much alcohol to drive your doctor.
checked and corrected as soon safely even if the level of alcohol in your Never drive if you are under the influence
as possible. If you must drive blood is below the legal limit. The safest of any illicit mind-altering drugs. For your
under these conditions, drive thing you can do is never drink and drive. own health and well-being, we urge you
only with all windows fully open. However if you have no choice but to not to take illegal drugs in the first place
. Keep the rear gate closed while drive, stop drinking and sober up comple- and to seek treatment if you are addicted
driving to prevent exhaust gas tely before getting behind the wheel. to those drugs.
from entering the vehicle.
& Drugs and driving & Driving when tired or sleepy
& Drinking and driving WARNING WARNING
There are some drugs (over the When you are tired or sleepy, your
WARNING counter and prescription) that can reaction time will be delayed and
Drinking and then driving is very delay your reaction time and impair your perception, judgment and at-
dangerous. Alcohol in the blood- your perception, judgment and at- tentiveness will be impaired. If you
stream delays your reaction time tentiveness. If you drive after taking drive when tired or sleepy, your,
and impairs your perception, judg- them, it may increase your, your your passengers’ and other per-
ment and attentiveness. If you drive passengers’ and other persons’ risk sons’ chances of being involved in
after drinking – even if you drink just of being involved in a serious or a serious accident may increase.
a little – it will increase the risk of fatal accident.
being involved in a serious or fatal Please do not continue to drive but
accident, injuring or killing yourself, If you are taking any drugs, check with instead find a safe place to rest if you
your passengers and others. In your doctor or pharmacist or read the are tired or sleepy. On long trips, you
addition, if you are injured in the literature that accompanies the medication should make periodic rest stops to refresh
accident, alcohol may increase the to determine if the drug you are taking can yourself before continuing on your journey.
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When possible, you should share the may legally be used while driving. seat with a seatbelt or use a pet carrier
driving with others. which can be secured to the rear seat by
routing a seatbelt through the carrier’s
& Modification of your vehicle & Driving vehicles equipped handle. Never restrain pets or pet carriers
with navigation system in the front passenger’s seat. For further
CAUTION information, consult your veterinarian,
WARNING local animal protection society or pet
Your vehicle should not be modified shop.
other than with genuine SUBARU Do not allow the monitor to distract
parts and accessories. Other types your attention from driving. Also, do & Tire pressures
of modifications could affect its not operate the controls of the Check and, if necessary, adjust the
performance, safety or durability, navigation system while driving. pressure of each tire (including the spare)
and may even violate governmental The loss of attention to driving at least once a month and before any long
regulations. In addition, damage or could lead to an accident. If you journey.
performance problems resulting wish to operate the controls of the
from modification may not be cov- navigation system, first take the Check the tire pressure when the tires are
ered under warranties. vehicle off the road and stop it in a cold. Use a pressure gauge to adjust the
safe location. tire pressures to the values shown on the
tire placard. For detailed information, refer
& Car phone/cell phone and to “Tires and wheels” F11-23.
driving & Driving with pets
WARNING
Unrestrained pets can interfere with your
CAUTION driving and distract your attention from Driving at high speeds with exces-
driving. In a collision or sudden stop, sively low tire pressures can cause
Do not use a car phone/cell phone
unrestrained pets or cages can be thrown the tires to deform severely and to
while driving; it may distract your
around inside the vehicle and hurt you or rapidly become hot. A sharp in-
attention from driving and can lead
your passengers. Besides, the pets can crease in temperature could cause
to an accident. If you use a car
be hurt under these situations. It is also for tread separation, and destruction of
phone/cell phone, pull off the road
their own safety that pets should be the tires. The resulting loss of
and park in a safe place before
properly restrained in your vehicle. Re- vehicle control could lead to an
using your phone. In some States/
strain a pet with a special traveling accident.
Provinces, only hands-free phones
harness which can be secured to the rear
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& On-road and off-road driving & Attaching accessories General information
This vehicle is classified as a utility
vehicle. Utility vehicles have a significantly WARNING & California proposition 65
higher rollover rate than other types of warning
vehicles. Your vehicle has a higher ground . Do not attach any accessories,
clearance and higher center of gravity, labels or stickers (other than WARNING
making it more likely to roll over than properly placed inspection stick-
ordinary passenger cars. It also handles ers) to the windshield. Such Engine exhaust, some of its consti-
and maneuvers differently from other items may obstruct your view. tuents, and certain vehicle compo-
passenger cars. For this reason, please . If it is necessary to attach an nents contain or emit chemicals
read carefully the following section and accessory (such as an electronic known to the State of California to
follow the instructions and precautions in toll collection (ETC) device or cause cancer and birth defects or
order to prevent serious injury or death security pass) to the windshield, other reproductive harm. In addi-
due to loss of control, rollover and other consult your SUBARU dealer for tion, certain fluids in vehicles and
accidents. Refer to “On-road and off-road details on the proper location. certain components of product wear
driving” F8-6. contain or emit chemicals known to
the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
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Table of contents
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1) Lower anchorages for child restraint
& Interior system (page 1-37)
2) Seatbelt (page 1-16)
! Passenger compartment area
3) Front seat (page 1-2)
4) Rear seat heater switch (page 1-10)
5) Rear seat (page 1-11)
6) Buttons for SUBARU STARLINK
NOTE
For U.S.-spec. models with SUBARU
STARLINK: Refer to the Owner’s Man-
ual supplement for SUBARU
STARLINK.
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1) Power windows (page 2-32)
2) Door locks (page 2-5)
3) Glove box (page 6-6)
4) Front power supply socket (page 6-9)
5) Shift lever (MT) (page 7-22)/Select lever
(CVT) (page 7-24)
6) Parking brake lever (page 7-47)
7) Cup holder (page 6-7)
8) Center console (page 6-6)
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1) Outside mirror switch (page 3-115)
& Instrument panel 2) Seat position memory switch (page 1-5)
3) Steering Responsive Headlight OFF
switch (models with Steering Respon-
sive Headlight) (page 3-99)/Steering re-
sponsive fog light off switch (if equipped)
(page 3-103)
4) Illumination brightness control
(page 3-101)
5) BSD/RCTA OFF switch (page 7-58)
6) Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch
(models without power rear gate)
(page 7-41)/Memory switch (models with
power rear gate) (page 2-42)
7) Combination meter (page 3-9)
8) Information display (page 3-34)/Multi
function display (page 3-44)
9) Hazard warning flasher switch (models
with multi function display) (page 3-8)
10) Hazard warning flasher switch (models
without multi function display) (page 3-8)
11) Multi function display control switch
(page 3-44)
12) Audio (page 5-1)
13) Climate control (page 4-1)
14) Power rear gate switch (page 2-39)
15) Fuse box (page 11-37)
16) Hood lock release (page 11-7)
17) Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch
(models with power rear gate)
(page 7-41)
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1) Audio control switches (page 5-62)
& Steering wheel 2) Talk switch for voice command system
(page 5-80)
3) Cruise control (page 7-53)
4) Shift paddle (page 7-27)
5) Tilt/telescopic lock lever (page 3-118)
6) Hands-free phone switches (page 5-72)
7) Multi information display control switches
(page 3-39)
8) SRS airbag (page 1-42)
9) Horn (page 3-118)
10) Heated steering wheel switch
(page 3-119)
11) SI-DRIVE switches (page 7-34)
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1) Windshield wiper (page 3-104)
& Light control and wiper control levers/switches 2) Mist (page 3-105)
3) Windshield washer (page 3-106)
4) Rear window wiper and washer switch
(page 3-106)
5) Wiper intermittent time control switch
(page 3-105)
6) Wiper control lever (page 3-105)
7) Light control switch (page 3-93)
8) Fog light switch (page 3-102)
9) Headlight ON/OFF/AUTO (page 3-93)
10) Headlight flasher High/Low beam
change (page 3-95)
11) Turn signal lever (page 3-100)
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1) Tachometer (page 3-11)
& Combination meter 2) Select lever/gear position indicator
(page 3-31)
! U.S.-spec. models (type A)
3) Trip meter and odometer (page 3-10)
4) Speedometer (page 3-10)
5) Information display selection knob
(page 3-34)
6) Fuel gauge (page 3-12)
7) X-mode (if equipped) (page 7-42)/SI-
DRIVE (if equipped) (page 7-32)
8) Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter
reset knob (page 3-10)
The illustration above is a typical example. For some models, the combination meter
may be slightly different than that shown in the illustration.
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1) Tachometer (page 3-11)
! U.S.-spec. models (type B) 2) Multi information display (page 3-39)
3) Fuel gauge (page 3-12)
4) Select lever/gear position indicator
(page 3-31)
5) Speedometer (page 3-10)
6) Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter
reset knob (page 3-10)
7) Trip meter and odometer (page 3-10)
The illustration above is a typical example. For some models, the combination meter
may be slightly different than that shown in the illustration.
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1) Tachometer (page 3-11)
! Canada-spec. and Mexico-spec. models (type A) 2) Trip meter and odometer (page 3-10)
3) Select lever/gear position indicator
(page 3-31)
4) Speedometer (page 3-10)
5) Information display selection knob
(page 3-34)
6) ECO gauge (Mexico-spec. models)
(page 3-12)
7) Fuel gauge (page 3-12)
8) Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter
reset knob (page 3-10)
The illustration above is a typical example. For some models, the combination meter
may be slightly different than that shown in the illustration.
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1) Tachometer (page 3-11)
! Canada-spec. and Mexico-spec. models (type B) 2) Multi information display (page 3-39)
3) Fuel gauge (page 3-12)
4) Select lever/gear position indicator
(page 3-31)
5) Speedometer (page 3-10)
6) Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter
reset knob (page 3-10)
7) Trip meter and odometer (page 3-10)
The illustration above is a typical example. For some models, the combination meter
may be slightly different than that shown in the illustration.
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& Warning and indicator lights Mark Name Page Mark Name Page
Mark Name Page AT OIL TEMP warning 3-19 High beam indicator 3-32
light (CVT models) light
Seatbelt warning light 3-14
ABS warning light 3-21 High beam assist indi- 3-32
cator light (if equipped)
Front passenger’s 3-14
seatbelt warning light Brake system warning Automatic headlight
light 3-21 beam leveler warning 3-32
light (if equipped)
SRS airbag system 3-15
warning light Door open warning Steering Responsive
light 3-23 Headlight warning
Front passenger’s light/Steering Respon- 3-99
/ frontal airbag ON indi- 3-16 sive Headlight OFF
cator AWD warning light 3-23 indicator light (if
(CVT models) equipped)
Front passenger’s
/ frontal airbag OFF in- 3-16 Front fog light indicator
dicator Power steering warn- 3-23 3-33
ing light light (if equipped)
CHECK ENGINE
warning light/Malfunc- 3-16 Hill start assist warn- Access key warning
tion indicator light ing light/Hill start assist 3-23 light (if equipped) 3-25
OFF indicator light
Coolant temperature
low indicator light/ 3-17 Vehicle Dynamics
Coolant temperature Security indicator light 3-30
Control warning light/
high warning light Vehicle Dynamics 3-24
Control operation indi-
cator light Headlight indicator 3-33
Charge warning light 3-18 light (if equipped)
Vehicle Dynamics
Control OFF indicator 3-25 Cruise control indica-
Oil pressure warning 3-18 light 3-32
light tor light
Turn signal indicator 3-32
Engine low oil level lights Cruise control set in- 3-32
3-18 dicator light
warning light
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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 a multi function display, the settings for some of these functions
can be changed using the display. For details, refer to “Multi function display” F3-44.
Item Function Possible settings Default setting
Alarm system Alarm system Operation/Non-operation Operation
Monitoring start delay time (after closure of doors) 0 seconds/30 seconds 30 seconds
Impact sensor operation (only models with shock Operation/Non-operation Non-operation
sensors (dealer option))
Passive arming (models without “keyless access with Operation/Non-operation Non-operation
push-button start system”)
Dome light and map lights illumination ON/OFF OFF
Keyless access (if equipped) Hazard warning flasher Operation/Non-operation Operation
Audible signal Operation/Non-operation Operation
Audible signal volume Level 1 to 7 Level 5
Door unlock selection function (driver’s door unlock) Driver’s door only/All doors Driver’s door only
Door unlock selection function (rear gate unlock) Rear gate only/All doors Rear gate only
Remote keyless entry system Hazard warning flasher Operation/Non-operation Operation
Audible signal Operation/Non-operation Operation
Audible signal volume Level 1 to 7 Level 5
Key lock-in prevention Key lock-in prevention Operation/Non-operation Operation
Defogger and deicer system for models Rear window defogger, outside mirror defogger and Operation for 15 minutes/ Operation for 15
with the automatic climate control system windshield wiper deicer Continuous operation minutes
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1-4 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats
& Manual seat ! Reclining the seatback ! Seat height adjustment (driver’s
seat)
! Forward and backward adjustment
& Power seat (driver’s seat — if justment of the seat, you cannot adjust vehicle control and personal in-
the seat cushion angle or seat height.
equipped) 2) Seat cushion angle control switch
jury.
To adjust the seat cushion angle, pull up . Perform the seat position retrie-
or push down the front end of the control val before driving. Be sure to
switch. confirm that the select lever is
3) Seat height control switch in the “P” position, and the
To adjust the seat height, pull up or push parking brake is applied, when
down the rear end of the control switch. adjusting the seat position. Do
4) Seatback angle (reclining) control not drive until the retrieval of the
switch seat position is complete.
To adjust the angle of the seatback,
move the control switch. . When retrieving a registered seat
5) Lumbar support control switch position, make sure the hands,
To increase lower back support, push the feet and possessions of rear seat
front side of the switch. To decrease passengers are clear of the seat
lower back support, push the rear side of adjusting mechanism.
the switch.
. When any unusual conditions or
! Memory function (driver’s seat — if malfunctions occur during the
equipped) retrieval of the seat position, stop
the retrieval of the seat position
WARNING by performing any of the follow-
ing procedures.
. Never adjust the seat while driv- – Operate any of the power seat
ing to avoid loss of vehicle con- switches
trol and personal injury. – Press the “SET” button
. Before adjusting the seat, make – Press button “1” or “2”
sure that cargo or the hands and
feet of rear seat passengers are Some of your desired seat positions can
1) Seat position forward/backward con- clear of the adjusting mechan-
trol switch be registered. Register the seat position
ism. with button “1” or “2” or each of the access
To adjust the seat forward or backward,
move the control switch forward or . Never retrieve the seat position keys and retrieve the seat position.
backward. During forward/backward ad- while driving to avoid loss of
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1-6 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats
The following seat positions can be is registered. ! Retrieval of seat position regis-
registered.
! Registration of seat position with tered with button “1” or “2”
. Forward/backward position of the seat each access key
. Angle of seatback WARNING
. Angle of seat cushion 1. Adjust the seat position under the
following conditions. Be sure to press the correct button
. Height of seat
. The parking brake is applied. to retrieve your registered seat
! Registration of seat position with . The ignition switch is in the “LOCK”/ position. If the seat position is not
button “1” or “2” “OFF” position. optimum for you, it may adversely
. The select lever is in the “P” posi- affect your driving and may reduce
1. Adjust the seat position under the tion. the effectiveness of the seatbelt.
following conditions. That could result in an accident
. The parking brake is applied. involving serious injury or death.
. The select lever is in the “P” posi-
tion.
A chirp sounds and the seat moves to the ! Retrieval of the seat position (2) Press the “ ” button on the
registered position. When the seat moves registered with access key access key or touch the door lock
to the registered position, a chirp will sensor to lock the doors.
sound. 1. Hold the registered access key.
(3) Perform the prior procedures
again.
NOTE . If the keyless access function is
. If a new position is registered for the disabled, the seat position cannot be
same button, the previously registered retrieved by gripping the driver’s door
seat position is deleted. handle. However, the seat position can
. If the vehicle battery is removed, the still be retrieved by pressing the “ ”
registered seat position is not deleted. button on the access key. For informa-
. When the button “1” or “2” is tion about how to enable/disable the
pressed within 45 seconds after the keyless access function, refer to “Dis-
driver’s door is opened, the registered abling keyless access function” F2-17.
seat position can be retrieved even if . If a new position is registered for the
the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” or same access key, the previously regis-
“OFF” position. tered seat position is deleted.
2. Unlock the driver’s door by pressing
the “ ” button or gripping the door handle. ! Clearing the registered seat
3. Open the driver’s door. position with access key
A chirp sounds and the seat moves to the 1. Close the driver’s door.
registered position. When the seat moves 2. While holding the access key and
to the registered position, a chirp will pressing the “SET” button, press the “ ”
sound. button on the access key.
WARNING
. Never drive the vehicle with the
head restraints removed because
they are designed to reduce the
risk of serious neck injury in the
event that the vehicle is struck
from the rear. Also, never install
the head restraints the opposite
way round. Doing so will prevent
the head restraints from func-
tioning as intended. Therefore, Each head restraint should be adjusted so
when you remove the head re- 1) Head restraint that the center of the head restraint is
straints, you must reinstall all 2) Release button closest to the top of the occupant’s ears.
head restraints correctly to pro-
tect vehicle occupants. To raise: NOTE
. All occupants, including the dri- Pull the head restraint up. When the head restraint cannot be
ver, should not operate a vehicle To lower: pulled out or installed due to insuffi-
or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the Push the head restraint down while cient clearance between the head re-
head restraints are placed in their pressing the release button on the top of straint and the roof, tilt the seat and
proper positions in order to mini- the seatback. then perform the installation and re-
mize the risk of neck injury in the To remove: moval tasks.
event of a crash. While pressing the release button, pull out
the head restraint.
Both the driver’s seat and front passen- To install:
ger’s seat are equipped with head re-
Install the head restraint into the holes that
straints. Both head restraints are adjusta-
are located on the top of the seatback until
ble in the following ways.
the head restraint locks. Press and hold
the release button to lower the head
restraint.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seat heater 1-9
CAUTION
. People with delicate skin may
suffer slight burns even at low
temperatures if they use the seat
heater for a long period of time.
When using the heater, always be
sure to warn the persons con-
cerned.
. Do not put anything on the seat
which insulates against heat,
The angle of the head restraint can be such as a blanket, cushion, or
adjusted in several steps. While maintain- similar items. This may cause the
ing a suitable driving posture, adjust the seat heater to overheat.
head restraint to a position where the back . When the seat is warmed enough
of your head is as close to the head or before you leave the vehicle,
restraint as possible. be sure to turn off the seat heater.
To tilt:
Tilt the head restraint by hand to the NOTE
preferred position. A click will be audible Use of the seat heater for a long period
when the head restraint is locked. of time while the engine is not running
To return: can cause battery discharge. Front seat heater switch
Tilt the head restraint once as far forward 1) HIGH – Rapid heating
as it can go. The head restraint will & Front seat heater (if 2) LOW – Normal heating
automatically return to the fully upright equipped) 3) Off
position. Then, adjust the head restraint A) Left-hand side
The seat heater operates when the igni- B) Right-hand side
again to the preferred angle.
tion switch is either in the “ACC” or “ON”
position. To turn on the seat heater, push the “LOW”
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1-10 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seat heater
or “HIGH” position on the switch, as & Rear seat heater (if equipped) mode indicator on the rear seat heater
desired, depending on the temperature. The seat heater operates when the igni- switch illuminates. When HIGH mode is
Selecting the “HIGH” position will cause tion switch is in the “ON” position. selected, both the LOW and HIGH mode
the seat to heat up quicker. indicators illuminate. When the OFF mode
is selected, all the indicators turn off.
To turn off the seat heater, lightly press the
opposite side of the current position. Selecting “HIGH” mode will cause the seat
to heat up quicker.
The indicator located on the switch illumi-
nates when the seat heater is in operation. NOTE
Only the front seat heater switches
retain the previous switch position
even if the engine has restarted. The
rear seat switch will reset.
WARNING
To lower the armrest, pull on the top edge
Never stack luggage or other cargo of the armrest.
WARNING
higher than the top of the seatback
because it could tumble forward and WARNING
Seatbelts provide maximum re-
injure passengers in the event of a To avoid serious injury, passengers
straint when the occupant sits well
sudden stop or accident. must never be allowed to sit on the
back and upright in the seat. Do not
put cushions or any other materials center armrest.
between occupants and seatbacks
or seat cushions. If you do so, the
risk of sliding under the lap belt and
of the lap belt sliding up over the
abdomen will increase, and both can
result in serious internal injury or
death.
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1-12 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Rear seats
& Head restraint adjustment ! Rear windows side seating position ! Rear center seating position
Both the rear window side seats and the
rear center seat are equipped with head CAUTION
restraints.
The head restraint is not intended to
WARNING be used at the lowest position.
Before sitting on the seat, raise the
. Never drive the vehicle with the head restraint to the extended posi-
head restraints removed because tion.
they are designed to reduce the
risk of serious neck injury in the
event that the vehicle is struck
from the rear. Therefore, when
you have removed the head re-
straints, you must reinstall all 1) Head restraint
head restraints to protect vehicle 2) Release button
occupants.
To remove:
. All occupants, including the dri-
While pressing the release button, pull out
ver, should not operate a vehicle
the head restraint.
or sit in a vehicle’s seat until the
head restraints are placed in their To install:
proper positions in order to mini- Install the head restraint into the holes that
mize the risk of neck injury in the are located on the top of the seatback until
the head restraint locks. Press and hold 1) When not used (retracted position)
event of a crash.
the release button to lower the head 2) When used (extended position)
restraint.
After installing the head restraint, make
sure it is securely locked.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Rear seats 1-13
WARNING
. When you fold down the seat-
1) Head restraint back, check that there are no
2) Release button passengers or objects on the
To raise: rear seat. Not doing so creates
a risk of injury or property da-
Pull the head restraint up.
mage if the seatback suddenly
To lower: folds down.
Push the head restraint down while
. Never allow passengers to ride
pressing the release button on the top of
on the folded rear seatback or in
the seatback.
the cargo area. Doing so may
To remove: result in serious injury or death.
While pressing the release button, pull out
. Secure all objects and especially
the head restraint.
long items properly to prevent
To install: them from being thrown around
Install the head restraint into the holes that inside the vehicle and causing
are located on the top of the seatback until serious injury during a sudden
the head restraint locks. Press and hold stop, a sudden steering maneu-
the release button to lower the head ver or a rapid acceleration.
restraint.
. When you return the seatback to
its original position, shake the
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1-14 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Rear seats
CAUTION
. Do not hang luggage etc. on the
securing hook. The possibility
exists that the seatback may not
be able to be fixed firmly in place.
This could lead to unexpected
accidents.
. While driving, if something hits
the release latch, it is possible
that the seatback will fold down.
1) Securing hook Be careful that no luggage etc.
hits the latch. Release latch on both sides of the cargo
area (if equipped)
WARNING 1. Lower the head restraint of the rear 2. Unlock the seatback by pulling the lock
When the seatback is returned to its center seating position. release knob or release latch (if equipped)
original position, observe the follow- and then fold the seatback down.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Rear seats 1-15
According to accident statistics, place the shoulder belt under the child’s & Automatic Locking Retractor/
children are safer when properly arm or behind the child’s back. Emergency Locking Retrac-
restrained in the rear seating ! Expectant mothers tor (ALR/ELR)
positions than in the front seat-
ing positions. For instructions Each passenger’s seatbelt has an Auto-
and precautions concerning the matic Locking Retractor/Emergency Lock-
child restraint system, refer to ing Retractor (ALR/ELR). The Automatic
“Child restraint systems” F1-29. Locking Retractor/Emergency Locking
Retractor normally functions as an Emer-
gency Locking Retractor (ELR). The ALR/
! Infants or small children ELR has an additional locking mode
Use a child restraint system that is “Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)
suitable for your vehicle. Refer to “Child mode” intended to secure a child restraint
restraint systems” F1-29. system. When the seatbelt is once drawn
! Children out completely and is then retracted even
slightly, the retractor locks the seatbelt in
If a child is too big for a child restraint that position and the seatbelt cannot be
system, the child should sit in the rear seat Expectant mothers also need to use the extended. As the belt is rewinding, clicks
and be restrained using the seatbelts. seatbelts. They should consult their doctor will be heard which indicate the retractor
According to accident statistics, children for specific recommendations. The lap belt functions as an ALR. When the seatbelt is
are safer when properly restrained in the should be worn securely and as low as retracted fully, the ALR mode is released.
rear seating positions than in the front possible over the hips, not over the waist.
seating positions. Never allow a child to When securing a child restraint system on
stand up or kneel on the seat. the rear seats by the use of the seatbelt,
& Emergency Locking Retrac- the seatbelt must be changed over to the
If the shoulder portion of the belt crosses tor (ELR) Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode.
the face or neck, move the child closer to The driver’s seatbelt has an Emergency
the belt buckle to help provide a good Locking Retractor (ELR). When the child restraint system is re-
shoulder belt fit. Care must be taken to moved, make sure that the seatbelt
The emergency locking retractor allows retracts fully and the retractor returned to
securely place the lap belt as low as
normal body movement but the retractor the Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)
possible on the hips and not on the child’s
locks automatically during a sudden stop, mode.
waist. If the shoulder portion of the belt
impact or if you pull the belt very quickly
cannot be properly positioned, a child For instructions on how to convert the
out of the retractor.
restraint system should be used. Never retractor to the ALR mode and restore it to
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1-18 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts
the ELR mode, refer to “Installing child If the front seatbacks are not
restraint systems with ALR/ELR seatbelt” used in the upright position in a
WARNING
F1-32. collision, the risk of sliding under Never place the shoulder belt under
the lap belt and of the lap belt the arm or behind the back. If an
& Seatbelt warning light sliding up over the abdomen will accident occurs, this can increase
and chime increase, and both can result in the risk or severity of injury.
serious internal injury or death.
Refer to “Seatbelt warning light and
chime” F3-14. . Do not put cushions or any other
materials between occupants CAUTION
& Fastening the seatbelt and seatbacks or seat cushions.
Metallic parts of the seatbelt can
If you do so, the risk of sliding
under the lap belt and of the lap become very hot in a vehicle that
WARNING belt sliding up over the abdomen has been closed up in sunny weath-
will increase, and both can result er; they could burn an occupant. Do
. Never use a belt that is twisted or not touch such hot parts until they
reversed. In an accident, this can in serious internal injury or
death. cool.
increase the risk or severity of
injury.
! Front seatbelts
. Keep the lap belt as low as
possible on your hips. In a colli- 1. Adjust the seat position according to
sion, this spreads the force of the the following procedure.
lap belt over stronger hip bones Driver’s seat: Adjust the seatback to the
instead of across the weaker upright position. Move the seat as far from
abdomen. the steering wheel as practical while still
. Seatbelts provide maximum re- maintaining full vehicle control.
straint when the occupant sits Front passenger’s seat: Adjust the seat-
well back and upright in the seat. back to the upright position. Move the seat
To reduce the risk of sliding as far back as possible.
under the seatbelt in a collision, 2. Sit well back in the seat.
the front seatbacks should be 3. Pick up the tongue plate and pull the
always used in the upright posi- belt out slowly. Do not let it get twisted.
tion while the vehicle is running. . If the belt stops before reaching the
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts 1-19
buckle, return the belt slightly and pull ! Adjusting the front seat shoulder
it out more slowly. belt anchor height
. If the belt still cannot be unlocked,
let the belt retract slightly after giving it
a strong pull, then pull it out slowly
again.
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1-22 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts
You should hold the webbing end and . Have the seatbelt fully rolled up
guide it back into the retractor while it is so that the tongue plates are
rolling up. Neatly store the tongue plate in neatly stored. A hanging tongue
the recess and then insert the connector plate can swing and hit against
(tongue) plate into the slot. the trim during driving, causing
damage to the trim.
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1-26 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seatbelt pretensioners
impact sensor sense an impact pretensioner, contact your SUBARU . When discarding front seatbelt
force) dealer as soon as possible. retractor assemblies or scrap-
However, when a center pillar im- . If the front seatbelt retractor assem- ping the entire vehicle due to
pact sensor detects a signal faster bly or surrounding area has been collision damage or for other
than the front door impact sensor, damaged, contact your SUBARU dealer reasons, consult your SUBARU
or both sensors detect signals as soon as possible. dealer.
simultaneously, the seatbelt preten- . When you sell your vehicle, we urge
sioner does not activate. you to explain to the buyer that it has
– Seatbelt pretensioner for front seatbelt pretensioners by alerting the & Seatbelt with shoulder belt
passenger (shoulder belt preten- buyer to the contents of this section. and lap belt pretensioners
sioner only) (when both the satellite
safing sensor and the front passen- WARNING NOTE
ger’s side front door impact sensor This section is applicable to the front
sense an impact force) . To obtain maximum protection, passenger’s side seatbelt.
However, when a center pillar im- the occupants should sit in an
pact sensor detects a signal faster upright position with their seat-
than the front door impact sensor, belts properly fastened. Refer to
or both sensors detect signals “Seatbelts” F1-16.
simultaneously, the seatbelt preten- . Do not modify, remove or strike
sioner does not activate. the front seatbelt retractor as-
. Pretensioners are designed to func- semblies or surrounding area.
tion on a one-time-only basis. In the This could result in accidental
event that a pretensioner is activated, activation of the seatbelt preten-
both the driver’s and front passenger’s sioners or could make the sys-
seatbelt retractor assemblies should tem inoperative, possibly result-
be replaced only by an authorized ing in serious injury. Seatbelt
SUBARU dealer. When replacing seat- pretensioners have no user-ser-
belt retractor assemblies, use only viceable parts. For required ser- 1) Seatbelt retractor assembly (shoulder
genuine SUBARU parts. vicing of front seatbelt retractors belt pretensioner)
. If either front seatbelt does not equipped with seatbelt preten- 2) Lap belt pretensioner
retract or cannot be pulled out due to sioners, consult your SUBARU On the front passenger’s side, the
a malfunction or activation of the dealer. shoulder belt pretensioner is supplemen-
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seatbelt pretensioners 1-27
ted by a lap belt pretensioner, which is neously. impact sensor sense an impact
located at the base of the center pillar. . In cases of frontal collisions, the force)
Like the shoulder belt pretensioner, the lap following components will operate si- However, when a center pillar im-
belt pretensioner instantaneously pulls in multaneously. pact sensor detects a signal faster
the belt to eliminate slack if a certain level – Seatbelt pretensioner for driver than the front door impact sensor,
of frontal or side collision force or a – Seatbelt pretensioners for front or both sensors detect signals
rollover accident is detected. As a result, passenger simultaneously, the seatbelt preten-
the seatbelt restrains the front seat occu- – SRS frontal airbag for driver sioner does not activate.
pant more effectively. – SRS frontal airbag for front pas- – Seatbelt pretensioner for front
When a seatbelt pretensioner is activated, senger* passenger (shoulder belt preten-
an operating noise will be heard and a – SRS side airbags (both sides) (if sioner only) (when both the satellite
small amount of smoke will be released. an offset frontal collision occurs) safing sensor and the front passen-
These occurrences are normal and not – SRS curtain airbags (both sides) ger’s side front door impact sensor
harmful. This smoke does not indicate a (if an offset frontal collision occurs) sense an impact force)
fire in the vehicle. *: This does not operate if the occupant However, when a center pillar im-
detection system deactivates airbag op-
pact sensor detects a signal faster
Once the seatbelt pretensioner has been than the front door impact sensor,
eration. For details, refer to “Front
activated, the seatbelt pretensioner re- or both sensors detect signals
mains locked. Consequently, the seatbelt passenger’s SRS frontal airbag” F1-51.
simultaneously, the seatbelt preten-
cannot be pulled out and retracted and . In cases of side collisions, the sioner does not activate.
therefore must be replaced. following components will operate si- . Pretensioners are designed to func-
multaneously. tion on a one-time-only basis. In the
NOTE – SRS curtain airbag (impacted event that a pretensioner is activated,
. Seatbelt pretensioners are not de- side) both the driver’s and front passenger’s
signed to activate in minor impacts or – SRS side airbag (impacted side) seatbelt retractor assemblies should
in rear impacts. (when both the satellite safing sen- be replaced only by an authorized
. In cases of rollover accidents, the sor and any of the center pillar SUBARU dealer. When replacing seat-
lap belt pretensioner does not activate; impact sensors/front door impact belt retractor assemblies, use only
however, as the curtain airbags deploy, sensors sense an impact force) genuine SUBARU parts.
the driver’s side seatbelt pretensioner – Seatbelt pretensioner for driver . If either front seatbelt does not
and front passenger’s side shoulder (when both the satellite safing sen- retract or cannot be pulled out due to
belt pretensioner are activated simulta- sor and the driver’s side front door a malfunction or activation of the
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1-28 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seatbelt pretensioners
pretensioner, contact your SUBARU . When discarding front seatbelt seatbelt pretensioner and/or SRS
dealer as soon as possible. retractor assemblies or scrap- airbag or could make the system
. If the front seatbelt retractor assem- ping the entire vehicle due to inoperative, which may result in
bly or surrounding area has been collision damage or for other serious injury. Do not use elec-
damaged, contact your SUBARU dealer reasons, consult your SUBARU trical test equipment on any
as soon as possible. dealer. circuit related to the seatbelt
. When you sell your vehicle, we urge pretensioner and SRS airbag
you to explain to the buyer that it has systems. For required servicing
seatbelt pretensioners by alerting the & System monitors of the seatbelt pretensioner, con-
buyer to the contents of this section. sult your nearest SUBARU deal-
A diagnostic system continually monitors
the readiness of the seatbelt pretensioner er.
WARNING while the vehicle is being driven. The
seatbelt pretensioners share the control
. To obtain maximum protection, module with the SRS airbag system.
CAUTION
the occupants should sit in an Therefore, if any malfunction occurs in a
upright position with their seat- The sensors and SRS airbag control
seatbelt pretensioner, the SRS airbag modules are located in the following
belts properly fastened. Refer to system warning light will illuminate. For
“Seatbelts” F1-16. locations.
details, refer to “SRS airbag system
. Do not modify, remove or strike monitors” F1-69. . Front sub sensors: on both the
the front seatbelt retractor as- right and left side at the front of
the vehicle
semblies or surrounding area. & System servicing
This could result in accidental . Front door impact sensors: on
activation of the seatbelt preten- WARNING both front doors
sioners or could make the sys- . Satellite safing sensor: under the
tem inoperative, possibly result- . When discarding a seatbelt re- rear center seat
ing in serious injury. Seatbelt tractor assembly or scrapping
pretensioners have no user-ser- . Side airbag sensors: on both
the entire vehicle damaged by a center pillars
viceable parts. For required ser- collision, consult your SUBARU
vicing of front seatbelt retractors dealer. . Curtain airbag sensors: on both
equipped with seatbelt preten- rear wheel houses
. Tampering with or disconnecting
sioners, consult your SUBARU
the system’s wiring could result . SRS airbag control module (in-
dealer. cluding the impact sensors): un-
in accidental activation of the
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems 1-29
der the center of the instrument the front end. Child restraint systems
panel . Modification of the suspension
If you need service or repair in those system or front end structure.
areas or near the front seatbelt . Installation of a tire of different
retractors, have the work performed size and construction from the
by your authorized SUBARU dealer. tires specified on the vehicle
placard attached to the driver’s
NOTE door pillar or specified for indivi-
dual vehicle models in this Own-
If the front or side part of the vehicle is er’s Manual.
damaged in an accident to the extent
that the seatbelt pretensioner does not
operate, contact your SUBARU dealer
as soon as possible.
& Precautions against vehicle Infants and small children should always
modification be placed in an infant or child restraint
system in the rear seat while riding in the
Always consult your SUBARU dealer if
vehicle. You should use an infant or child
you want to install any accessory parts to
restraint system that meets Federal Motor
your vehicle. Vehicle Safety Standards or Canada
Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, is com-
CAUTION
patible with your vehicle and is appro-
Do not perform any of the following priate for the child’s age and size. All child
modifications. Such modifications restraint systems are designed to be
can interfere with proper operation secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or
of the seatbelt pretensioners. the lap belt portion of a lap/shoulder belt
(except those described in “Installation of
. Attachment of any equipment
child restraint systems by use of lower and
(bush bar, winches, snow plow,
tether anchorages (LATCH)” F1-37).
skid plate, etc.) other than genu-
ine SUBARU accessory parts to Children could be endangered in an
accident if their child restraints are not
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1-30 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems
properly secured in the vehicle. When child from injury in a collision, or in an accident and can be injured
installing the child restraint system, care- because the child will be caught seriously.
fully follow the manufacturer’s instructions. between the passenger and objects Additionally, children standing up or
inside the vehicle. kneeling on or in front of the front
According to accident statistics, children
are safer when properly restrained in the Additionally, holding a child in your seat are exposed another serious
rear seating positions than in the front lap or arms in the front seat exposes danger. Since the SRS airbag de-
seating positions. that child to another serious danger. ploys with considerable speed and
Since the SRS airbag deploys with force, the child could be injured or
All U.S. states and Canadian provinces considerable speed and force, the even killed.
require that infants and small children be child could be injured or even killed.
restrained in an approved child restraint
system at all times while the vehicle is & Where to place a child re-
moving. straint system
The following are SUBARU’s recommen-
dations on where to place a child restraint
system in your vehicle.
WARNING
WARNING Children should be properly re-
strained at all times. Never allow a
Never let a passenger hold a child child to stand up, or to kneel on any
on his or her lap or in his or her seat. Unrestrained children will be
arms while the vehicle is moving. thrown forward during sudden stop
The passenger cannot protect the
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems 1-31
A: Front passenger’s seat Some types of child restraints might not be and force and can injure or even
You should not install a child restraint able to be secured firmly due to projection kill children, especially if they are
system (including a booster seat) due to of the seat cushion. not restrained or improperly re-
the hazard to children posed by the In this seating position, you should use strained. Because children are
passenger’s airbag. only a child restraint system that has a lighter and weaker than adults,
bottom base that fits snugly against the their risk of being injured from
B: Rear seat, window-side seating contours of the seat cushion and can be deployment is greater.
positions securely retained using the seatbelt. For that reason, be sure to se-
Recommended positions for all types of When you install a child restraint system in cure ALL types of child restraint
child restraint systems. the rear seat’s center seating position, devices (including forward facing
In these positions, the following equip- raise the center head restraint. child seats) in the REAR seats at
ment is provided for installing a child Lower anchorages (bars) for window-side all times. You should choose a
restraint system. seating positions may be used for a seat restraint device which is appro-
. Automatic Locking Retractor/Emer- in the center seating position if a child priate for the child’s age, height
gency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR) seat- restraint system manufacturer’s instruc- and weight. According to acci-
belts tions permit and specify using anchors as dent statistics, children are safer
. Lower anchorages (bars) far apart as those in this vehicle. when properly restrained in the
. Upper anchorages (tether anchorages) If a child restraint system is not correctly rear seating positions than in the
fixed in place (for example, if a child front seating positions.
Some types of child restraints might not be restraint system can be moved more than . Do not use lower anchorages
able to be secured firmly due to projection 1 inch (2.5 cm) from side to side), you (bars) for a seat in the center
of the seat cushion. should install the child restraint system in seating position unless a child
In this seating position, you should use a rear seat, window-side seating position. restraint system manufacturer’s
only a child restraint system that has a instructions permit and specify
bottom base that fits snugly against the WARNING using anchors spaced as far
contours of the seat cushion and can be apart as those in this vehicle.
securely retained using the seatbelt. . Even with advanced airbags, chil-
dren can be seriously injured by . Do not connect two or more
C: Rear seat, center seating position the airbag. Place children in the lower hooks onto the same an-
The ALR/ELR seatbelt and an upper rear seat properly restrained at chorage (bar).
anchorage (tether anchorage) are pro- all times. The SRS airbag de-
vided in this position. ploys with considerable speed
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1-32 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems
4. Take up the slack in the lap belt. 6. Push and pull the child restraint
5. Pull out the seatbelt fully from the system forward and from side to side to
retractor to change the retractor over from check if it is firmly secured. Sometimes a
the Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) child restraint can be more firmly secured
to the Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) by pushing it down into the seat cushion
function. Then, allow the belt to rewind and then tightening the seatbelt.
into the retractor. As the belt is rewinding, 7. Pull at the shoulder portion of the belt
1. Place the child restraint system in the
clicks will be heard which indicate the to confirm that it cannot be pulled out (ALR
rear seating position.
retractor functions as ALR. properly functioning).
2. Run the lap and shoulder belt through
or around the child restraint system
following the instructions provided by its
manufacturer.
3. Insert the tongue plate into the buckle
until you hear a click.
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NOTE CAUTION
When the child restraint system is no
longer in use, remove it and restore the Store the head restraint that has
ELR function of the retractor. That been removed in the cargo area.
function is restored by allowing the Avoid placing the head restraint in
seatbelt to retract fully. the passenger compartment to pre-
vent it from being thrown around in
! Installing forward facing child re- the passenger compartment in a
straint sudden stop or a sharp turn.
5. Run the lap and shoulder belt through 7. Take up the slack in the lap belt. 9. Before having a child sit in the child
or around the child restraint system 8. Pull out the seatbelt fully from the restraint system, try to move it back and
following the instructions provided by its retractor to change the retractor over from forth and right and left to check if it is firmly
manufacturer. the Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) secured. Sometimes a child restraint can
– When a child restraint system is to the Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) be more firmly secured by pushing it down
installed on the rear center seating function. Then, allow the belt to rewind into the seat cushion and then tightening
position, pass the rear center seatbelt into the retractor. As the belt is rewinding, the seatbelt.
through the belt guide properly. For clicks will be heard which indicate the 10. Pull at the shoulder portion of the belt
details, refer to “Rear center seatbelt” retractor functions as ALR. to confirm that it cannot be pulled out (ALR
F1-21. properly functioning).
6. Insert the tongue plate into the buckle 11. Latch the top tether hook onto the
until you hear a click. tether anchorage that is located behind
the rear seat and tighten the top tether
firmly. For additional instructions, refer to
“Top tether anchorages” F1-40.
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1-36 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems
possible on the child’s hips. Loose fitting belts are not as . Do not leave an unsecured child
effective in preventing or redu- restraint system in your vehicle.
cing injury. Unsecured child restraint sys-
. Place the lap belt as low as tems can be thrown around in-
possible on the child’s hips. A side of the vehicle in a sudden
high-positioned lap belt will in- stop, turn or accident; they can
crease the risk of sliding under strike and injure vehicle occu-
the lap belt and of the lap belt pants as well as result in serious
sliding up over the abdomen, and injuries or death to the child.
both can result in serious inter-
nal injury or death.
CAUTION
. Make sure the shoulder belt is
positioned across the center of When you install a child restraint
child’s shoulder. Placing the system, follow the manufacturer’s
5. To remove the booster seat, press the shoulder belt over the neck may instructions supplied with it. After
release button on the seatbelt buckle and result in neck injury during sud- installing the child restraint system,
allow the belt to retract. den braking or in a collision. check to ensure that it is held
securely in position. If it is not held
WARNING & Installation of child restraint tight and secure, the danger of your
child suffering personal injury in the
. Never use a belt that is twisted or systems by use of lower and event of an accident may be in-
reversed. In an accident, this can tether anchorages (LATCH) creased.
increase the risk or severity of
injury to the child. WARNING
. Never place the shoulder belt . Child restraint systems and seat-
under the child’s arm or behind belts can become hot in a vehicle
the child’s back. If an accident that has been closed up in sunny
occurs, this can increase the risk weather; they could burn a small
or severity of injury to the child. child. Check the child restraint
. The seatbelt should fit snugly in system before you place a child
order to provide full restraint. in it.
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1-38 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems
Some types of child restraint systems can Your vehicle is equipped with four lower
be installed on the rear seat of your anchorages (bars) and three upper an-
vehicle without use of the seatbelts. Such chorages (tether anchorages) for accom-
child restraint systems are secured to the modating such child restraint systems.
designated anchorages provided on the
vehicle body. The lower and tether an-
chorages are sometimes referred to as the The tether anchorages (upper an-
LATCH system (Lower Anchors and chorages) are provided at the locations
Tethers for CHildren). shown in the above illustration. For de-
tails, refer to “Top tether anchorages” F1-
40.
To install a child restraint system using
lower and tether anchorages, perform the
following procedure.
WARNING
The lower anchorages (bars) are provided Before installing a child restraint
for installing a child restraint system only system, be sure to confirm that the
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems 1-39
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1-40 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems
CAUTION
. Remove the head restraint when
mounting a child restraint sys-
tem. Otherwise, it might be pos-
sible that the top tether cannot be
fastened tightly.
. Store the head restraint that has
been removed in the cargo area.
Avoid placing the head restraint 3. Attach the top tether hook to the
in the passenger compartment to appropriate upper anchorage.
prevent it from being thrown 4. Tighten the top tether securely.
around in the passenger com-
Please contact your SUBARU dealer if
partment in a sudden stop or a
you have any question regarding the
sharp turn.
installation of a child restraint system.
1. Remove the head restraint of the rear
seating position where the child restraint
system is to be installed. For details, refer
to “Head restraint adjustment” F1-12.
2. For models with rear seat reclining
mechanism, adjust the seatback to the
1) For left seat upright position.
2) For center seat
3) For right seat
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*SRS airbag (Supplemental & General precautions regard- to help avoid injuries that can
Restraint System airbag) ing SRS airbag system result when an occupant is not
seated in a proper upright posi-
WARNING tion.
*SRS: This stands for supplemental re-
straint system. This name is used be- . To obtain maximum protection in
cause the airbag system supplements the the event of an accident, the
vehicle’s seatbelts. driver and all passengers must
Your vehicle is equipped with a supple- always wear seatbelts when in
mental restraint system in addition to a the vehicle. The SRS airbag is
lap/shoulder belt at each front seating designed only to be a supple-
position and each rear window-side seat- ment to the primary protection
ing positions. The supplemental restraint provided by the seatbelt. It does
system (SRS) consists of seven airbags. not eliminate the need to fasten
The configurations are as follows. seatbelts. In combination with
. Driver’s and front passenger’s frontal the seatbelts, it offers the best
airbags combined protection in case of a
serious accident.
. Driver’s and front passenger’s side
airbags Not wearing a seatbelt increases
the chance of severe injury or WARNING
. Curtain airbags (for driver, front pas-
senger, and window-side rear passen- death in a crash even when the . The SRS airbags deploy with
gers) vehicle has the SRS airbag. considerable speed and force.
. Knee airbag for driver For instructions and precautions Occupants who are out of proper
concerning the seatbelt system, position when the SRS airbag
These SRS airbags are designed only refer to “Seatbelts” F1-16. deploys could suffer very serious
as a supplement to the primary protec- . The SRS side airbag and SRS injuries. Because the SRS airbag
tion provided by the seatbelt. curtain airbag are designed only needs enough space for deploy-
The system also controls front seatbelt to be a supplement to the primary ment, the driver should always
pretensioners. For operation instructions protection provided by the seat- sit upright and well back in the
and precautions concerning the seatbelt belt. They do not eliminate the seat as far from the steering
pretensioner, refer to “Front seatbelt pre- need to fasten seatbelts. It is also wheel as practical while still
tensioners” F1-25. important to wear your seatbelt maintaining full vehicle control
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) 1-43
and the front passenger should close to the SRS side airbag. in proper position such as one
move the seat as far back as . Since your vehicle is equipped thrown forward during pre-acci-
possible and sit upright and well with SRS curtain airbags, do not dent braking.
back in the seat. sit or lean unnecessarily close to Even when properly positioned,
the front or rear door on either there remains a possibility that
side. Also, do not put your head, an occupant may suffer minor
arms or hands out of the window. injury such as abrasions and
The SRS curtain airbags on both bruises to the face or arms
sides of the cabin are stored in because of the SRS airbag de-
the roof side (between the front ployment force.
pillar and a point behind the rear
quarter glass), and they provide
protection by deploying rapidly
(faster than the blink of an eye) in
the event of a side impact, roll-
over or frontal collision. How-
ever, the force of its deployment
may cause injuries if your head is
too close to it.
WARNING
. Do not sit or lean unnecessarily
. Do not sit or lean unnecessarily close to the SRS airbag. Because
close to either front door. The the SRS airbag deploys with
SRS side airbags are stored in considerable speed – faster than
both front seat seatbacks next to the blink of an eye – and force to
the door, and they provide pro- protect in high speed collisions,
tection by deploying rapidly (fas- the force of an airbag can injure WARNING
ter than the blink of an eye) in the an occupant whose body is too . Do not rest your arm on either
event of a side impact or frontal close to SRS airbag. front door or its internal trim. You
collision. However, the force of It is also important to wear your could be injured in the event of
SRS side airbag deployment may seatbelt to help avoid injuries SRS side airbag deployment.
cause injuries if your head or that can result when the SRS
other parts of the body are too . Do not place any objects over or
airbag contacts an occupant not
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near the SRS airbag cover or driver’s side of the instrument windshield, or fit an extra-wide mir-
between you and the SRS airbag. panel. If the SRS knee airbag ror over the inside rear view mirror.
If the SRS airbag deploys, these deploys, those objects could in- If the SRS airbag deploys, those
objects could interfere with its terfere with its proper operation objects could become projectiles
proper operation and could be and could be propelled inside the that could seriously injure vehicle
propelled inside the vehicle, vehicle, causing injury. occupants.
causing injury. . The key must not be attached to
heavy, sharp or hard acces-
sories, or another key. If the
SRS knee airbag deploys, those
objects could interfere with its
proper operation and could be
propelled inside the vehicle and
cause injury.
WARNING
WARNING
. Do not attach accessories to the
. Do not put any objects over the door trim or near either SRS side
steering wheel pad and dash- airbags and do not place objects
board. If the SRS frontal airbag near the SRS side airbags. In the
deploys, these objects could in- event of SRS side airbag deploy-
terfere with its proper operation ment, they could be propelled
and could be propelled inside the dangerously toward the vehicle’s
vehicle, causing injury.
WARNING occupants and cause injuries.
. Do not put any objects under the Do not attach accessories to the . Do not attach a hands-free micro-
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) 1-45
phone or any other accessory to passenger’s hand grips. If such reducing protection available to the
a front pillar, a center pillar, a rear items were hanging on the passen- front seat’s occupant.
pillar, the windshield, a side win- ger’s hand grips during deployment
dow, an assist grip, or any other of the SRS curtain airbags, they
cabin surface that would be near could cause serious injuries by
a deploying SRS curtain airbag. coming off the passenger’s hand
A hands-free microphone or grips and being thrown through the
other accessory in such a loca- cabin or by preventing deployment
tion could be propelled through of the curtain airbags.
the cabin with great force by the
curtain airbag, or it could prevent
correct deployment of the curtain
airbag. In either case, the result
could be serious injuries.
WARNING
Place children in the rear seat
properly restrained at all times. The
SRS airbag deploys with consider-
able speed and force and can injure
or even kill children, especially if
WARNING they are not restrained or impro-
perly restrained. Because children
Do not put any kind of cover or are lighter and weaker than adults,
clothes or other objects over either their risk of being injured from
front seatback and do not attach deployment is greater.
WARNING labels or stickers to the front seat Consequently, we strongly recom-
surface on or near the SRS side mend that ALL children (including
Do not hang coat hangers or other airbag. They could prevent proper those in child seats and those that
hard or pointed objects on the deployment of the SRS side airbag,
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CAUTION
. When the SRS airbag deploys,
some smoke will be released.
WARNING This smoke could cause breath-
ing problems for people with a
. Never allow a child to do the history of asthma or other
following. breathing trouble. If you or your
– Kneel on any passenger’s passengers have breathing pro-
blems after SRS airbag deploys,
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NOTE
. When you sell your vehicle, we urge
you to explain to the buyer that it is
equipped with SRS airbags by alerting
the buyer to the applicable section in
this Owner’s Manual.
. If the SRS airbag deploys, fuel
supply will be cut off to reduce the risk
of fire caused by leaking fuel. For
details about restarting of the engine,
refer to “If your vehicle is involved in
an accident” F9-21.
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1) Airbag control module (including impact 6) Side airbag module (driver’s side)
sensor and rollover sensor) 7) Side airbag module (front passenger’s
2) Frontal airbag module (driver’s side) side)
3) Frontal airbag module (front passenger’s 8) Side airbag sensor (center pillar left-hand
side) side)
4) Front sub sensor (left-hand side) 9) Side airbag sensor (center pillar right-
5) Front sub sensor (right-hand side) hand side)
10) Airbag wiring
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) 1-51
back and seat cushion. seatback not being locked into the occupant detection system determines
. Do not spill liquid on the front place securely. If any of them are whether the front passenger’s SRS frontal
passenger’s seat. If liquid is not locked securely, adjust them airbag should be deployed or not.
spilled, wipe it off immediately. again. For adjusting procedure,
If the front passenger’s seat cushion is
refer to “Manual seat” F1-4
. Do not remove or disassemble (models equipped with manual
wet, this may adversely affect the ability of
the front passenger’s seat. the system to determine deployment. If
seats only).
. Do not install any accessory the seat cushion is wet, the front passen-
(such as an audio amplifier) other ger should stop sitting on the front
If the seatbelt buckle switch and/or front
than a genuine SUBARU acces- passenger’s seat. Wipe off liquid from
passenger’s occupant detection system
sory under the front passenger’s the seat immediately, let the seat dry
have failed, the SRS airbag system
seat. naturally and then check that the front
warning light will illuminate. Have the
passenger’s frontal airbag ON and OFF
. Do not place anything (shoes, system inspected by your SUBARU deal-
indicators work properly.
umbrella, etc.) under the front er immediately if the SRS airbag system
passenger’s seat. warning light illuminates.
. Do not use the front passenger’s If your vehicle has sustained impact, this
seat with the head restraint re- may affect the proper function of the
moved. SUBARU advanced frontal airbag system.
Have your vehicle inspected at your
. Do not leave any articles on the SUBARU dealer. Do not use the front
front passenger’s seat or the passenger’s seat while driving the vehicle
seatbelt tongue and buckle en- to your SUBARU dealer.
gaged when you leave your ve-
hicle. ! Passenger’s frontal airbag ON and
OFF indicators
. Do not put sharp object(s) on the
seat or pierce the seat uphols- Refer to “Front passenger’s frontal airbag
tery. ON and OFF indicators” F3-16.
ON / : Front passenger’s frontal airbag ON
. Do not place a magnet near the ! Occupant detection system indicator
seatbelt buckle and the seatbelt The occupant detection system sensor is / : Front passenger’s frontal airbag OFF
retractor. installed under the seat upholstery and indicator
. Do not use front seats with their monitors the physique and posture of the
backward-forward position and front passenger. Using this information, If the front passenger’s frontal airbag ON
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) 1-53
and OFF indicators do not work properly tions occurs when using an electro- WARNING
even when the front passenger’s seat is nic device in the vehicle, at first try
dry, do not allow anyone to sit on the front to relocate that device to avoid it NEVER INSTALL A FORWARD OR
passenger’s seat and have the occupant creating any interference. REARWARD FACING CHILD SEAT
detection system checked by your . The SRS airbag system warning IN THE FRONT PASSENGER’S SEAT
SUBARU dealer. light illuminates. EVEN IF THE FRONT PASSEN-
GER’S SRS FRONTAL AIRBAG IS
Also, if luggage or electronic devices are . The front passenger’s frontal air-
placed on the front passenger’s seat, this DEACTIVATED. Be sure to install it
bag ON and OFF indicators oper-
may adversely affect the ability of the in the REAR seat in a correct
ate erratically.
system to determine deployment. This manner. Also, it is strongly recom-
If the device continues to cause mended that any forward facing
may prevent the front passenger’s frontal interference, the use of that device
airbag ON and OFF indicators from work- child seat or booster seat be in-
in the vehicle should be discontin- stalled in the REAR seat, and that
ing properly. Check that the indicators ued.
work properly. even children who have outgrown a
child restraint system be also
When the OFF indicator turns off and the
ON indicator illuminates, the front passen- ! Conditions in which front passen- seated in the REAR seat. This is
ger’s SRS frontal airbag is not because children sitting in the front
ger’s frontal airbag may deploy during a passenger’s seat may be killed or
collision. Remove luggage and electronic activated
The front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag severely injured should the front
devices from the front passenger’s seat. passenger’s SRS frontal airbag de-
will not be activated when any of the
ploy. REAR seats are the safest
CAUTION following conditions are met regarding the
front passenger’s seat: place for children.
Electrical devices, such as cell . The seat is empty.
phones, laptops, portable music
. The seat is equipped with an appro- CAUTION
players, or electronic games, espe-
priate child restraint system and an infant
cially when connected to the acces- When the front passenger’s seat is
is restrained in it. (See WARNING that
sory power outlet and placed on the occupied by an infant in an appro-
follows.)
front passenger’s seat or used by
the person sitting in the front pas- . The front passenger’s occupant detec- priate child restraint system, ob-
tion system is malfunctioning. serve the following precautions.
senger’s seat, may affect the opera- Failure to do so may interfere with
tion of the occupant detection sys- the proper operation of the occu-
tem. If either of the following situa- pant detection system, activating
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the front passenger’s SRS frontal turns off and the OFF indicator illuminates. passenger’s SRS frontal airbag is acti-
airbag even though that seat is vated (the ON indicator remains illumi-
If still the ON indicator remains illuminated nated while the OFF indicator turns off),
occupied by the infant in the child
while the OFF indicator turns off, take the take the following action.
restraint system.
following actions.
. Do not place any article (includ- . Ensure that no article is placed on
. Ensure that no article is placed on the the seat other than the occupant.
ing electronic devices) on the seat other than the child restraint system
seat other than the infant in the and the child occupant. If the ON indicator still remains illumi-
child restraint system.
. Ensure that the backward-forward po- nated while the OFF indicator turns off
. Do not place more than one sition and seatback of front passenger’s despite the fact that the actions noted
infant in the child restraint sys- seat are locked into place securely by above have been taken, seat the child/
tem. moving the seat back and forth. small adult in the rear seat and im-
mediately contact your SUBARU dealer
! If the front passenger’s frontal If the ON indicator still remains illuminated for an inspection. Even if the system
airbag ON indicator illuminates while the OFF indicator turns off after has passed the dealer inspection, it is
and the OFF indicator turns off taking relevant corrective actions de- recommended that on subsequent trips
even when an infant or a small scribed above, relocate the child restraint the child/small adult always take the
child is in a child restraint sys- system to the rear seat and immediately rear seat.
tem (including booster seat) contact your SUBARU dealer for an
inspection. Children who have outgrown a child
1. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”/ restraint system should always wear the
“OFF” position. NOTE seatbelt irrespective of whether the airbag
2. Remove the child restraint system When a child who has outgrown a child is deactivated or activated.
from the seat. restraint system or a small adult is ! Conditions in which front passen-
3. By referring to the child restraint seated in the front passenger’s seat, ger’s SRS frontal airbag is activated
manufacturer’s recommendations as well the SUBARU advanced frontal airbag The front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag
as the child restraint system installation system may or may not activate the will be activated for deployment upon
procedures in “Child restraint systems” front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag impact when any of the following condi-
F1-29, correctly install the child restraint depending on the occupant’s seating tions are met regarding the front passen-
system. posture. Children should always wear a ger’s seat.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” seatbelt when sitting in the seat irre- . When the seat is occupied by an adult.
position and make sure that the front spective of whether the airbag is
deactivated or activated. If the front . When certain items (e.g. jug of water)
passenger’s frontal airbag ON indicator
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) 1-55
are placed on the seat. rear seat. <Continental U.S., Alaska and the District
4. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” of Columbia>
! If the passenger’s frontal airbag position and wait 6 seconds to allow the Subaru of America, Inc.
OFF indicator illuminates and system to complete self-checking. Follow- Customer Dealer Services Department
the ON indicator turns off even ing the system check, both indicators turn P.O. Box 6000
when the front passenger’s seat off for 2 seconds. Now, the ON indicator
is occupied by an adult Cherry Hill, NJ 08034-6000
should illuminate while the OFF indicator
remains off. 1-800-SUBARU3 (1-800-782-2783)
This can be caused by the adult incor-
rectly sitting in the front passenger’s seat. <Hawaii>
If the OFF indicator still remains illumi-
1. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”/ nated while the ON indicator remains off, Subaru Hawaii
“OFF” position. ask the occupant to move to the rear seat 2850 Pukoloa Street, Suite 202,
2. Ask the front passenger to set the and immediately contact your SUBARU Honolulu, HI 96819-4467
seatback to the upright position, sit up dealer for an inspection. 808-839-2273
straight in the center of the seat cushion,
correctly fasten the seatbelt, position his/ ! How to contact the vehicle manu- <Guam>
her legs out forward, and adjust the seat to facturer concerning modifications Shen’s Corporation dba Prestige Automo-
the rearmost position. for persons with disabilities that bile
may affect the advanced airbag
3. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” system
491, East Marine Corps Drive, Route 1
position. Dededo, Guam 96921-6225
Changing or moving any parts of the front 671-633-2698
If the OFF indicator remains illuminated seats, rear seat, seatbelts, front bumper,
while the ON indicator remains off, take front side frame, radiator panel, instrument <Puerto Rico>
the following actions. panel, combination meter, steering wheel, Trebol Motors
1. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”/ steering column, tire, suspension or floor P.O. Box 11204, San Juan, Puerto Rico
“OFF” position. panel can affect the operation of the 00910
2. Make sure that the front passenger SUBARU advanced airbag system. If 787-793-2828
does not use a blanket, seat cushion, seat you have any questions, you may contact
cover, seat heater or massager, etc. the following SUBARU distributors.
3. If wearing excessive layers of clothing,
the front passenger should remove any
unnecessary items before sitting in the
front passenger’s seat, or should sit in a
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1-56 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag)
<Canada>
Subaru Canada, Inc.
Consumer Support Department
560 Suffolk Court, Mississauga, Ontario
L5R 4J7
1-800-894-4212
There are currently no SUBARU distribu-
tors in any other U.S. territories. If you are
in such an area, please contact the
SUBARU distributor or dealer from which
you bought your vehicle.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) 1-57
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The driver’s and front passenger’s SRS CAUTION SRS airbag deployment depends on the
frontal airbags use dual stage inflators. level of force experienced in the passen-
The two inflators of each airbag are Do not touch the SRS airbag system ger compartment during a collision. That
triggered either sequentially or simulta- components around the steering level differs from one type of collision to
neously, depending on the severity of wheel and dashboard with bare another, and it may have no bearing on
impact, in the case of the driver’s SRS hands right after deployment. Doing the visible damage done to the vehicle
frontal airbag and depending on the so can cause burns because the itself.
severity of impact and the characteristic components can be very hot as a
of item(s) or person on the seat in the case ! Example of accident in which the
result of deployment. driver’s/driver’s and front pas-
of the front passenger’s SRS frontal
airbag. senger’s SRS frontal airbag(s)
The driver’s SRS frontal airbag and front will most likely deploy
After deployment, the SRS airbag imme- passenger’s SRS frontal airbag are de-
diately starts to deflate so that the driver’s signed as follows.
vision is not obstructed and the driver’s . to deploy in the event of an accident
ability to maintain control of the vehicle is involving a moderate to severe frontal
not impaired. The time required from collision
detecting impact to the deflation of the . to function on a one-time-only basis
SRS airbag after deployment is shorter
than the blink of an eye. The driver’s SRS frontal airbag and front
passenger’s SRS frontal airbag are not
Both when only the driver’s SRS frontal designed as follows.
airbag deploys and the driver’s and front . to deploy in most lesser frontal im-
passenger’s SRS frontal airbags deploy, pacts*1
the driver’s and front passenger’s seatbelt . to deploy in most side or rear impacts
pretensioners operate at the same time. or in most roll-over accidents*2
A head-on collision against a thick con-
When the SRS airbag deploys, a sudden, *1: Because the necessary protection can be crete wall at a vehicle speed of 12 to 19
fairly loud inflation noise will be heard and mph (20 to 30 km/h) or higher activates
achieved by the seatbelt alone.
some smoke will be released. These only the driver’s SRS frontal airbag or both
occurrences are a normal result of the *2: Because deployment of only the driver’s
driver’s and front passenger’s SRS frontal
deployment. This smoke does not indicate SRS frontal airbag or both the driver’s and front
airbags. The airbag(s) will also be acti-
a fire in the vehicle. passenger’s SRS frontal airbags would not
vated when the vehicle is exposed to a
protect the occupant in those situations. frontal impact similar in fashion and
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) 1-59
magnitude to the collision described ! Examples of the types of acci- Only the driver’s SRS frontal airbag or
above. dents in which it is possible that both driver’s and front passenger’s SRS
the driver’s/driver’s and front frontal airbags may be activated when the
passenger’s SRS frontal vehicle sustains a hard impact in the
airbag(s) will deploy undercarriage area from the road surface
(such as when the vehicle plunges into a
deep ditch, is severely impacted or
knocked hard against an obstacle on the
road such as a curb).
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! Examples of the types of acci- frontal airbags are not designed to deploy once either or both of the driver’s and front
dents in which the driver’s/dri- in the following cases. passenger’s SRS frontal airbags is/are
ver’s and front passenger’s SRS . If the vehicle is struck from the side or activated on the first impact, it/they will not
frontal airbag(s) are not de- from behind be activated on the second impact.
signed to deploy in most cases . If the vehicle rolls onto its side or roof & SRS side airbag and SRS
. If the vehicle is involved in a low-speed curtain airbag
frontal collision
Your vehicle is equipped with a SUBARU
SRS curtain airbag system that complies
with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
Standard (FMVSS) No. 226.
The SRS side airbag is stored in the door
side of each front seat seatback, which
bears an “SRS AIRBAG” label.
In a moderate to severe side impact
collision, the SRS side airbag on the
impacted side of the vehicle deploys
between the occupant and the door panel
and supplements the seatbelt by reducing
the impact on the occupant’s chest and
1) First impact
waist. The SRS side airbag operates only
2) Second impact for front seat occupants.
In an accident where the vehicle is The SRS curtain airbag on each side of
impacted more than once, the driver’s the cabin is stored in the roof side
and/or front passenger’s SRS frontal (between the front pillar and a point
airbag(s) will deploy only once on the first behind the rear quarter glass). An “SRS
impact. AIRBAG” mark is located at the top of
each center pillar.
Example: In the case of a double collision, In a moderate to severe side impact
first with another vehicle, then against a collision, the SRS curtain airbag on the
The driver’s and front passenger’s SRS concrete wall in immediate succession, impacted side of the vehicle deploys
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between the occupant and the side switch is in the “ON” position. If the impact sensor that is located under
window and supplements the seatbelt by the rear center seat and one of the rear
reducing the impact on the occupant’s The driver’s and front passenger’s SRS wheel house impact sensors together
head. side airbags and SRS curtain airbags sense an impact force above a predeter-
deploy independently of each other since mined level in a side collision, the control
In a rollover, SRS curtain airbags on both each has its own impact sensor.
sides of the vehicle deploy between the module causes only the SRS curtain
occupant and the side window and sup- An impact sensor, which senses impact airbag on the impacted side to inflate.
plement the seatbelt by reducing the force, is located in each of the following Even if a frontal collision occurs, both right
impact to the occupant’s head. locations. and left SRS side airbags and SRS curtain
In an offset frontal collision, SRS side . In the left and right front doors airbags will deploy when the front sensor
airbags and SRS curtain airbags on both . In the left and right center pillars and the control unit determine that the
sides of the vehicle deploy between the . In the left and right rear wheel houses impact results from an offset frontal colli-
occupant and the side window and sup- . Under the rear center seat sion.
plement the seatbelt by reducing the . On both the right and left sides at the The SRS side airbags and SRS curtain
impact to the occupant’s head and chest. front of the vehicle (front sub sensors) airbags are designed to deploy when the
! Operation Rollover sensor and frontal impact sensor driver’s SRS frontal airbag deploys or the
are located inside the airbag control driver’s and passenger’s SRS frontal air-
module which is located under the center bags deploy in a frontal collision, and also
of the instrument panel. when the system determines that the
collision is an offset frontal collision. The
If the impact sensor that is located under SRS side airbags and SRS curtain air-
the rear center seat and one of the center bags are basically designed not to deploy
pillar impact sensors or front door impact in a frontal collision when the SRS frontal
sensors both sense an impact force above airbags do not deploy or the system
a predetermined level in a side collision, determines that the collision is other than
the control module causes both the SRS an offset frontal collision.
side airbag and curtain airbag on the
impacted side to inflate regardless of If the rollover sensor detects rollover of the
whether the rear wheel house impact vehicle, the control module inflates the
sensor on the same side senses an SRS curtain airbags on both sides. At this
The SRS side airbag and SRS curtain time, the driver’s and front passenger’s
impact.
airbag can function only when the ignition seatbelt pretensioners also operate at the
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same time. After deployment, do not touch any another, and it may have no bearing on
part of the SRS curtain airbag the visible damage done to the vehicle
After the deployment, the SRS side airbag itself.
system (from the front pillar to the
immediately starts to deflate. The time
part of the roof side over the rear
required from detection of an impact to
seat). Doing so can cause burns
deflation of an SRS side airbag after
because the components can be
deployment is shorter than the blink of
very hot as a result of deployment.
an eye.
The SRS curtain airbag remains inflated The SRS side airbag and SRS curtain
for a while following deployment then airbag are designed to deploy in the event
slowly deflates. of an accident involving a moderate to
severe side impact collision. They are not
The SRS side airbag and SRS curtain designed to deploy in most lesser side
airbag deploy even when no one occupies impact. Also, they are not designed to
the seat on the side on which an impact is deploy in most rear impacts because SRS
applied. side airbag and SRS curtain airbag
When the SRS side airbag and SRS deployment would not help the occupant
curtain airbag deploy, a sudden, fairly loud in those situations.
inflation noise will be heard and some The SRS curtain airbags are also de-
smoke will be released. These occur- signed to deploy when the vehicle is in an
rences are a normal result of the deploy- extremely inclined state such as during a
ment. This smoke does not indicate a fire rollover. They are not designed to deploy
in the vehicle. in most lesser inclined state.
CAUTION Each SRS side airbag and SRS curtain
airbag are designed to function on a one-
Do not touch the SRS side airbag time-only basis.
system components around the
front seat seatback with bare hands SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag
right after deployment. Doing so can deployment depend on the level of force
cause burns because the compo- experienced in the passenger compart-
nents can be very hot as a result of ment during a side impact collision. That
deployment. level differs from one type of collision to
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1-64 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag)
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1-66 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag)
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1-68 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag)
! Examples of the types of acci- ary). same direction, once the SRS side airbag
2) The vehicle is struck from behind. and SRS curtain airbag are activated on
dents in which the SRS side
3) The vehicle pitches end over end. the first impact, they will not be activated
airbag and SRS curtain airbag
are not designed to deploy in In the event of accidents like those on the second.
most cases illustrated, the SRS side airbag and SRS
curtain airbag are not designed to deploy & SRS airbag system monitors
in most cases.
& SRS airbag system servicing . Under the center of the instru- NOTE
ment panel In the following cases, contact your
WARNING . On both the right and left sides at SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.
the front of the vehicle . The front part of the vehicle was
. When discarding an airbag mod- involved in an accident in which only
ule or scrapping the entire vehi- . Steering wheel and column and
nearby areas the driver’s SRS frontal airbag or both
cle damaged by a collision, con- driver’s and front passenger’s SRS
sult your SUBARU dealer. . Bottom of the steering column frontal airbags did not deploy.
. The SRS airbag has no user- and nearby areas . The pad of the steering wheel, the
serviceable parts. Do not use . Top of the dashboard on front cover over the front passenger’s SRS
electrical test equipment on any passenger’s side and nearby frontal airbag, or either roof side (from
circuit related to the SRS airbag areas the front pillar to a point behind the rear
system. For required servicing of . Each front seat and nearby area quarter glass) is scratched, cracked, or
the SRS airbag, consult your otherwise damaged.
. Inside each center pillar
nearest SUBARU dealer. Tamper- . The center pillar, front door, rear
ing with or disconnecting the . Inside each front door wheel house or rear sub frame, or an
system’s wiring could result in . In each roof side (from the front area near these parts, was involved in
accidental inflation of the SRS pillar to a point behind the rear an accident in which the SRS side
airbag or could make the system quarter glass) airbag and SRS curtain airbag did not
inoperative, which may result in . Between the rear seat cushion deploy.
serious injury. and rear wheel house on each . The fabric or leather of either front
side seatback is cut, frayed, or otherwise
damaged.
CAUTION . Under the rear center seat . The rear part of the vehicle was
involved in an accident in which no
If you need service or repair in areas In the event that the SRS airbag is SRS airbag was deployed.
indicated in the following list, have deployed, replacement of the system
the work performed by an author- should be performed only by an author-
ized SUBARU dealer. The SRS air- ized SUBARU dealer. When the compo-
bag control module, impact sensors nents of the SRS airbag system are
and airbag modules are stored in replaced, use only genuine SUBARU
these areas. parts.
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1-72 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag)
& Precautions against vehicle . Installation of additional electri- etc.) other than genuine SUBARU
modification cal/electronic equipment such as accessory parts to the side body.
a mobile two-way radio on or
WARNING near the SRS airbag system Always consult your SUBARU dealer if
components and/or wiring is not you want to install any accessory parts on
To avoid accidental activation of the advisable. This could interfere your vehicle.
system or rendering the system with proper operation of the
inoperative, which may result in SRS airbag system.
serious injury, no modifications
should be made to any components
or wiring of the SRS airbag system. CAUTION
This includes following modifica- Do not perform any of the following
tions. modifications. Such modifications
. Installation of custom steering can interfere with proper operation
wheels of the SRS airbag system.
. Attachment of additional trim . Attachment of any equipment
materials to the dashboard (bush bar, winches, snow plow,
. Installation of custom seats skid plate, etc.) other than genu-
ine SUBARU accessory parts to
. Replacement of seat fabric or the front end.
leather
. Modification of the suspension
. Installation of additional fabric or system or front end structure.
leather on the front seat
. Installation of a tire of different
. Attachment of a hands-free mi- size and construction from the
crophone or any other accessory tires specified on the vehicle
to a front pillar, a center pillar, a placard attached to the driver’s
rear pillar, the windshield, a side door pillar or specified for indivi-
window, an assist grip, or any dual vehicle models in this Own-
other cabin surface that would be er’s Manual.
near a deploying SRS curtain
airbag. . Attachment of any equipment
(side steps or side sill protectors,
Keys and doors
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2-4 Keys and doors/Immobilizer
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2-8 Keys and doors/Power door locking switches
NOTE ! Behavior with key lock-in preven- Keyless access with push-
Make sure that you do not leave the key tion function operational button start system (if
inside the vehicle before locking the With the driver’s door open, the doors are
doors from the outside using the power equipped)
automatically kept unlocked even if the
door locking switches. front side of the power door locking switch
is pressed.
& Key lock-in prevention func- ! Behavior with key lock-in preven-
tion tion function non-operational
This function prevents the doors from . If the lock lever is turned to the front
being locked under the following condi- (“LOCK”) position with the driver’s door
tions. open and the driver’s door is then closed
. The key is still in the ignition switch with the lock lever in that position, the
(models without “keyless access with driver’s door is locked.
push-button start system”) . If the spare key is used to lock the
. The ignition switch is in the “ON” driver’s door from the outside of the
position (models with “keyless access with vehicle, the door is locked.
push-button start system”) 1) Access key (main)
This function’s operational/non-opera- 2) Access key (sub)
tional setting can be changed by a 3) Key number plate
SUBARU dealer. Contact a SUBARU The vehicle has two access keys and a
dealer for details. key number plate. For details about the
key number plate, refer to “Key number
NOTE plate” F2-3.
. The factory setting (default setting)
for this function is set as “operational”. The keyless access with push-button start
. When leaving the vehicle, make sure system allows you to perform the following
you are holding the key before locking functions when you are carrying the
the doors. access key.
. Locking and unlocking of the doors and
rear gate
. Starting and stopping the engine. For
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2-10 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push–button start system
detailed information, refer to “Starting and If you wear electric medical equip-
stopping engine (models with push-button ment other than an implanted pace-
start system)” F7-12. maker or an implanted defibrillator,
. Arming and disarming the alarm sys- before using the keyless access
tem. For detailed information, refer to with push-button start system, refer
“Alarm system” F2-25. to “Radio waves used for the key-
less access with push-button start
Locking and unlocking by the remote system” mentioned later, and con-
keyless entry system can also be con- tact the electric medical equipment
trolled with the buttons on the access key. manufacturer for more information.
For detailed information, refer to “Remote The radio waves from the transmit-
keyless entry system” F2-21. ting antennas on the vehicle could
A mechanical key is attached to each adversely affect the operation of the
1) Release button electric medical equipment.
access key. The mechanical key is used
2) Mechanical key
for the following operations.
“Radio waves used for the keyless
. Locking and unlocking the driver’s door While pressing the release button of the
access with push-button start sys-
. Locking and unlocking the glove box access key, take out the mechanical key.
tem”
You cannot unlock the glove box without & Safety precautions . The keyless access with push-
using the mechanical key. You can keep button start system uses radio
the glove box locked when you leave your waves of the following fre-
WARNING
vehicle and the access key (with the quency* in addition to the radio
mechanical key removed) at a parking If you wear an implanted pacemaker waves used for the remote key-
facility. or an implanted defibrillator, stay at less entry system. The radio
least 8.7 in (22 cm) away from the waves are periodically output
transmitting antennas installed on from the antennas installed on
the vehicle. the vehicle as shown in the
following illustrations.
The radio waves from the transmit-
ting antennas on the vehicle could * Radio frequency: 134 kHz
adversely affect the operation of
implanted pacemakers and im-
planted defibrillators.
Keys and doors/Keyless access with push–button start system 2-11
of the access key from being and power transmission lines tration of an access key, contact a
pressed. – When products that transmit SUBARU dealer.
radio waves are used, such as an . For a spare access key, contact a
access key or a remote transmitter SUBARU dealer.
NOTE key of another vehicle . Up to 7 access keys can be regis-
. The operational/non-operational – When carrying the access key of tered for one vehicle.
setting for the keyless access function your vehicle together with an ac- . Carefully store the key number plate
can be changed. For the setting proce- cess key or a remote transmitter of supplied with the access key. It is
dure, refer to “Disabling keyless ac- another vehicle necessary for vehicle repair.
cess function” F2-17. The setting can – When the access key is placed . Do not leave the access key in the
also be changed by a SUBARU dealer. near wireless communication storage spaces inside the vehicle, such
For more details, contact a SUBARU equipment such as a cell phone as the door pocket, dashboard and the
dealer. – When the access key is placed corner of the cargo area. Vibrations
. For detailed information about the near a metallic object may damage the key or turn on the
operation method for the push-button – When metallic accessories are switch, possibly resulting in a lockout.
ignition switch while the keyless ac- attached to the access key . After the vehicle battery is dis-
cess function is switched to the non- charged or replaced, initialization of
– When carrying the access key
operational mode, refer to “Access key the steering lock system may be re-
with electronic appliances such as
– if access key does not operate quired to start the engine. In this case,
a laptop computer
properly” F9-17. perform the following procedure to
. The keyless access with push-but- – When the battery of the access initialize the steering lock.
ton start system uses weak radio key is discharged
(1) Turn the push-button ignition
waves. The status of the access key . The access key is always commu- switch to the “OFF” position. For
and environmental conditions may in- nicating with the vehicle and is con- details, refer to “Switching power
terfere with the communication be- tinuously using the battery. Although status” F3-7.
tween the access key and the vehicle the life of the battery varies depending
(2) Open and close the driver’s
under the following conditions, and it on the operating conditions, it is ap-
door.
may not be possible to lock or unlock proximately 1 to 2 years. If the battery
becomes fully discharged, replace it (3) Wait for approximately 10 sec-
the doors or start the engine. onds.
– When operating near a facility with a new one.
where strong radio waves are trans- . If an access key is lost, it is When the steering is locked, the initi-
mitted, such as a broadcast station recommended that the remaining ac- alization is completed.
cess key be reregistered. For reregis-
Keys and doors/Keyless access with push–button start system 2-13
& Locking and unlocking with the vehicle body, the keyless access
“keyless access” entry func- function may not operate properly. If they
tion do not operate properly, repeat the opera-
tion from further away.
! Operating ranges . If the access key is placed near the
ground or in an elevated location from the
ground, even if it is in the indicated
operating range, the keyless access func-
tion may not operate properly.
. When the access key is within the
operating range, it is possible for anyone,
even someone who is not carrying the
access key, to operate the keyless access
1) LED indicator function. Note that locking and unlocking
When the access key is within either of the can be operated only by the door handle,
operating ranges of the front doors, the door lock sensor, rear gate opener button
LED indicator on the access key flashes. or rear lock button in the operating range
When the keyless access functions are in which the access key is detected.
1) Antenna disabled, the LED indicator does not flash . It is not possible to lock the doors and
2) Operating range unless a button on the access key is rear gate using the keyless access func-
The operating ranges of the door and rear pressed. tion when the access key is inside the
gate locking/unlocking functions are ap- vehicle. However, depending on the status
! Operating range tips of the access key and the environmental
proximately 16 to 32 in (40 to 80 cm) from
the respective door handles and the rear . Locking by using the keyless access conditions, the access key may be locked
gate ornament. function can be operated only by the door inside the vehicle. Before locking, make
lock sensor in the operating range in sure that you have the access key.
which the access key is detected. . When the battery of the access key is
. Unlocking by using the keyless access discharged, or when operating it in a
function can be operated only by the door location with strong radio waves or noise
handle in the operating range in which the (e.g., near a radio tower, power plant,
access key is detected. broadcast station or an area where wire-
. If the access key is placed too close to less equipment is used), or while talking
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2-14 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push–button start system
! Opening rear gate ! Locking with the door lock first. You can then touch the door lock
sensor sensor to lock the doors.
! Locking with the rear lock button
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2-18 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push–button start system
! By operating the driver’s door side) of the power door locking switch dure in which the keyless access
twice while the door is open. function was disabled.
A chirp sound will be heard, and the
function will be disabled. 7. Within 10 seconds after step 6 is – When disabling by operating the
performed, close and open the driver’s driver’s door: a chirp will not be
1. Sit in the driver’s seat, and close the
door once. heard
door.
8. Within 5 seconds after step 7 is – When disabling by operating the
performed, close the door. A chirp sound access key: a chirp will be heard
will be heard, and the functions will be
disabled. & When access key does not
operate properly
NOTE Refer to “Access key – if access key does
In steps 4 and 6, press the power door not operate properly” F9-17.
locking switch slowly. If the switch is
pressed quickly, the functions may not & Replacing battery of access
be disabled. key
Refer to “Replacing battery of access key”
! Enabling functions F11-45.
When the procedure to disable the func-
2. Push the rear side (unlock side) of the tions is performed again, the functions are & Replacing access key
power door locking switch. enabled.
Access keys can be replaced at SUBARU
3. Within 5 seconds after step 2 is NOTE dealers. For more details, contact a
performed, open the driver’s door. SUBARU dealer.
. The keyless access function will be
4. Within 5 seconds after step 3 is
enabled only if you perform the proce-
performed, push the rear side (unlock
dure in the same manner that you
side) of the power door locking switch
disabled the function (for example,
twice while the door is open.
when disabling by operating the dri-
5. Within 10 seconds after step 4 is ver’s door, the function will not be
performed, close and open the driver’s enabled even if you operate the access
door twice. key).
6. Within 10 seconds after step 5 is . Press the push-button ignition
performed, push the rear side (unlock switch if you do not know the proce-
Keys and doors/PIN Code Access (models with “keyless access with push–button start system”) 2-19
& Certification for keyless ac- ! Canada-spec. models PIN Code Access (models
cess with push-button start NOTE with “keyless access with
system This device complies with Industry push-button start system”)
! U.S.-spec. models Canada licence-exempt RSS standard
(s). Operation is subject to the follow-
FCC ID: HYQ14AHC ing two conditions: (1) this device may
FCC ID: HYQ13CZZ not cause interference, and (2) this
FCC ID: Y8PSSPIMB02 device must accept any interference,
FCC ID: Y8PSSPLF02 including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
CAUTION
NOTE
FCC WARNING
Le présent appareil est conforme aux
Changes or modifications not ex- CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables
pressly approved by the party re- aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
sponsible for compliance could void L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux
the user’s authority to operate the conditions suivantes: (1) l’appareil ne
equipment. 1) Rear lock button
doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2)
l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter When all doors and the rear gate are
NOTE tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, locked, you can unlock them without a key
même si le brouillage est susceptible by operating the rear lock button. You
This device complies with Part 15 of d’en compromettre le fonctionnement. need to register a PIN code to your vehicle
the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to before using this function.
the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful inter- NOTE
ference, and (2) this device must PIN Code Access will be helpful if the
accept any interference received, in- key is accidentally left in the vehicle. It
cluding interference that may cause is recommended that a 5-digit security
undesired operation. code (PIN code) is registered.
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2-20 Keys and doors/PIN Code Access (models with “keyless access with push–button start system”)
& Registering a PIN code ! Registration plate number or simple numbers such
For example, to register “32468” as the as “11122” or “12121” as a PIN code.
! Preparation Doing so will increase the risk of
PIN code, perform the following proce-
1. Close all doors and the rear gate. dure. vehicle theft.
2. Press and hold the “ ” button on the . When you try to register “22222”,
1. Press the rear lock button three times.
access key. Then all doors and the rear the registered PIN code will be deleted.
2. After a buzzer (ding) sounds once, You cannot unlock the doors by PIN
gate will be locked. press the rear lock button twice. Code Access until a new code is
3. Keep the “ ” button pressed, and 3. After a buzzer (ding) sounds once, registered.
press the rear lock button within 5 press the rear lock button four times. . After registering a new PIN code,
seconds after step 2. 4. After a buzzer (ding) sounds once, make sure that you can unlock the
4. Press and hold the above button for press the rear lock button six times. doors using the PIN code.
more than 5 seconds. Then a chirp will 5. After a buzzer (ding) sounds once, . When you delete the PIN code while
sound. press the rear lock button eight times. the keyless access function is dis-
5. Release the “ ” button and the rear 6. Perform steps 1 to 5 again within abled, the keyless access function will
lock button. approximately 30 seconds after the buz- be enabled.
6. Press the “ ” button on the access key zer starts sounding intermittently. . Reregister the PIN code in the
while the chirp sounds. 7. All doors and the rear gate that have following case.
Then the chirp will stop and the prepara- been unlocked will be locked. Then the – when you forget the PIN code
tion is complete. PIN code will be registered. – when you want to change the PIN
code
NOTE NOTE
If you do not press the “ ” button on . If you make an error during the
the access key, the chirp will sound for registration procedure, open the dri-
30 seconds. In this case, the prepara- ver’s door and then close it. Then, start
tion for registering a PIN code does not over from the procedure described in
complete even if the chirp stops. “Preparation”.
. To protect your vehicle from theft,
you cannot register a string of the
same five numbers together, such as
“00000”, nor “12345” as a PIN code.
. Do not register your vehicle license
Keys and doors/Remote keyless entry system 2-21
tails. Also, for models with a multi unlock/disarm button a second time within
function display, the setting can be 5 seconds.
changed using the display. For details,
refer to “Hazard warning flasher NOTE
setting” F3-82. If the interval between the first and
second presses of the unlock/disarm
& Locking the doors button (for unlocking of all of the doors
and the rear gate) is extremely short,
Press the lock/arm button to lock all doors the system may not respond.
and rear gate. An electronic chirp will
sound once and the hazard warning
flashers will flash once. & Vehicle finder function
Use this function to find your vehicle
If any of the doors (or the rear gate) is not
Transmitter parked among many vehicles in a large
fully closed, the following will occur to alert
1) Lock/arm button parking lot. Provided you are within 30 feet
you that the doors (or the rear gate) are
2) Unlock/disarm button (10 meters) of the vehicle, pressing the
not properly closed.
3) Rear gate unlock button lock/arm button three times in a 5-second
4) PANIC button
. an electronic chirp sounds five times. period will cause your vehicle’s horn to
. the hazard warning flashers flash five sound once and its hazard warning
times. flashers to flash three times.
NOTE
The hazard warning flashers will flash When you close the door, it will automa- NOTE
once or twice when the access key/ tically lock and then the following will
occur. If the interval between presses is too
transmitter button is pressed in the short when you press the lock/arm
following cases. . an electronic chirp sounds once. button three times, the system may
– When locking the doors . the hazard warning flashers flash once. not respond to the signals from the
– When unlocking the doors access key/remote transmitter.
– When unlocking the rear gate & Unlocking the doors
Operation of the hazard warning Press the unlock/disarm button to unlock
flashers in the above cases can be set the driver’s door. An electronic chirp will
to “On” or “Off” by a SUBARU dealer. sound twice and the hazard warning
Consult your SUBARU dealer for de- flashers will flash twice. To unlock all
doors and the rear gate, briefly press the
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2-24 Keys and doors/Remote keyless entry system
“AL oF” and the horn sounds twice, stop. – Doors (including the rear gate)
indicating that the system is now deacti- are unlocked using the access key/
vated. & Arming the system remote transmitter.
If the system was previously deacti- – Doors (including the rear gate)
vated: NOTE are unlocked using the keyless
The odometer/trip meter screen displays . The system can be armed even if the access function (models with “key-
“AL on” and the horn sounds once, engine hood, the windows and/or less access with push-button start
indicating that the system is now acti- moonroof are open. Always make sure system”).
vated. that they are fully closed before arming – Any door (including the rear
the system. gate) is opened.
NOTE . When arming the system, if any of – The ignition switch is turned to
You may have the above setting the doors (including the rear gate) is the “ON” position (models without
change done by your SUBARU dealer. not fully closed, an electronic chirp “keyless access with push-button
sounds five times, and the hazard start system”).
& If you have accidentally trig- warning flashers flash five times to – Push-button ignition switch is
gered the alarm system alert you that the doors (including the turned to the “ACC” position (mod-
rear gate) are not properly closed. els with “keyless access with push-
! To stop the alarm When you close the door, the doors button start system”).
Perform any of the following operations. will automatically lock and the system
. Press any button on the access key/ will automatically arm in 30 seconds. ! To arm the system using the access
remote transmitter. . The 30-second standby time can be key/remote transmitter
. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” eliminated if you prefer. Have it per- 1. Close all windows and the moonroof (if
position (models without “keyless access formed by your SUBARU dealer. equipped).
with push-button start system”). . The system is in the standby mode
2. Remove the key from the ignition
for a 30-second period before arming
. Turn the push-button ignition to the switch (models without “keyless access
the system. The security indicator light
“ACC” position (models with “keyless with push-button start system”)/turn the
will flash at short intervals during this
access with push-button start system”). push-button ignition switch to the “OFF”
period.
position (models with “keyless access with
NOTE . If any of the following actions is
push-button start system”).
Only registered keys will stop the done during the standby period, the
system will not switch to the surveil- 3. Open the doors and get out of the
alarm. If the immobilizer transponder vehicle.
is not registered, the alarm will not lance state.
4. Make sure that the engine hood is
Keys and doors/Alarm system 2-27
locked.
5. Close all doors and the rear gate.
& Tripped sensor identification & Shock sensors (dealer op- Examples:
The security indicator light flashes when tion) – Vibration from a construction site
the alarm system has been triggered. The shock sensors trigger the alarm – Vibration in a multistory car park
Also, the number of flashes indicates the system when they sense impacts applied – Vibration from trains
location of unauthorized intrusion or the to the vehicle and when any of their . You can have the sensitivity of the
severity of impact on the vehicle. electric wires are cut. The alarm system shock sensors adjusted to your pre-
causes the horn to sound and the hazard ference by your SUBARU dealer.
When the ignition switch is turned to the
warning flashers to flash for a short time
“ON” position, the indicator light will light
when the sensed impact is weak, but it
for 1 second and then flash as follows.
warns of a strong impact or multiple
. When a door or rear gate was opened: impacts by sounding the horn and flashing
5 times the hazard warning flashers, both lasting
. When a strong impact or multiple approximately 30 seconds.
impacts were sensed: twice (only models If you desire, your SUBARU dealer can
with shock sensors (dealer option)) connect them and set them for activation
. When a light impact was sensed: once or deactivation.
(only models with shock sensors (dealer
option)) NOTE
. The shock sensors are not always
NOTE able to sense impacts caused by break-
Any of the above indicator light flash- ing in, and cannot sense an impact that
ings will recur each time the ignition does not cause vibration (such as
switch is turned to the “ON” position. breaking the glass using a rescue
Rearming the alarm system cancels the hammer).
flashing. . The shock sensors may sense vi-
bration as indicated in the following
examples and trigger the alarm system.
Select the settings of the alarm system
and shock sensors appropriately de-
pending on where you usually park
your vehicle.
2-32 Keys and doors/Child safety locks
one-touch auto up/down function will All door windows can be controlled by the to reset without touching the switch,
not operate. Refer to “Initialization of power window switch cluster at the driver and the window will begin to operate
power window” F2-38. side door. normally on its own.
The power windows operate only when ! Operating the driver’s window This switch also has a one-touch auto
the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. down feature that allows the window to be
opened fully without holding the switch.
& Power window operation by Press the switch down until it clicks and
driver release it, and the window will fully open.
To stop the window halfway, pull the
! Driver’s side power window switch up lightly.
switches
To close:
Pull the switch up lightly and hold it. The
window will close as long as the switch is
held.
NOTE
1) Automatically open/close
If you continue to hold the AUTO
2) Open/close switch in the up position after the
window has fully closed, the circuit
To open: breaker may open and the system may
Press the switch down lightly and hold it. not operate. After several seconds, the
The window will open as long as the window will be able to be opened by
switch is held. holding the switch down until it is fully
1) Lock switch opened. The AUTO function will not
2) For driver’s window (with one-touch auto
NOTE operate. The window can be raised by
up and down feature) If you continue to hold the AUTO pulling up on the switch several times
3) For front passenger’s window (with one- switch in the down position after the until the window is fully closed.
touch auto up and down feature) (if window has been fully opened, the To reset to normal operation, initialize
equipped) circuit breaker may activate for a short
4) For rear left window
the power window to reactivate the
time and the window may not operate. one-touch auto up/down function. Re-
5) For rear right window
Allow several seconds for the system fer to “Initialization of power window”
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2-34 Keys and doors/Windows
opened. The AUTO function will not ! Anti-entrapment function detects a substantial enough object
operate. The window can be raised by trapped between the window and the
pulling up on the switch several times CAUTION window frame, it automatically moves
until the window is fully closed. down slightly and stops.
To reset to normal operation, initialize . Never attempt to test this func- ! Operating the rear passengers’
the power window to reactivate the tion using fingers, hands or other windows
one-touch auto up/down function. Re- parts of your body.
fer to “Initialization of power window” . The anti-entrapment function
F2-38. may not operate properly if some
For some models, this switch is also object gets trapped just before
equipped with a one-touch auto up feature the window fully closes.
that allows the window to be closed fully
without holding the switch.
NOTE
Press the switch up until it clicks and
release it, and the window will fully close. . If a window detects an impact simi-
To stop the window halfway, push the lar to that caused by trapping an object
switch down lightly. (for example, when the vehicle encoun-
ters a deep pothole), the anti-entrap-
NOTE ment function may operate.
If the vehicle’s battery is disconnected . The window cannot be operated for
To open:
due to situations such as battery or a few seconds after the anti-entrap-
Push the appropriate switch down and
fuse replacement, the one-touch auto ment function operates.
hold it until the window reaches the
up/down function will be deactivated. . If the vehicle’s battery is discon-
desired position.
Initialize the power window to reacti- nected due to situations such as
battery or fuse replacement, the anti- To close:
vate the one-touch auto up/down func- Pull the switch up and hold it until the
tion. Refer to “Initialization of power entrapment function will be deacti-
vated. Initialize the power window to window reaches the desired position.
window” F2-38.
reactivate the anti-entrapment function.
Refer to “Initialization of power win-
dow” F2-38.
While closing the driver’s or front passen-
ger’s window automatically, if the window
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2-36 Keys and doors/Windows
! Locking the passengers’ windows & Power window operation by ! Operating the front passenger’s
passengers window
! Passenger’s side power window
switches
1) Lock
2) Unlock 1) Automatically open/close (if equipped)
2) Open/close
To lock:
Press the lock switch. When the lock To open:
Each passenger window can be controlled
switch is in the lock position, the passen- Press the switch down lightly and hold it.
by the power window switch located on
gers’ windows cannot be opened or The window will open as long as the
the door.
closed. switch is held.
To unlock:
Press the lock switch again.
Keys and doors/Windows 2-37
NOTE opened. The AUTO function will not ! Operating the rear passengers’
If you continue to hold the AUTO operate. The window can be raised by windows
switch in the down position after the pulling up on the switch several times
window has been fully opened, the until the window is fully closed.
circuit breaker may activate for a short To reset to normal operation, initialize
time and the window may not operate. the power window to reactivate the
Allow several seconds for the system one-touch auto up/down function. Re-
to reset without touching the switch, fer to “Initialization of power window”
and the window will begin to operate F2-38.
normally on its own. For some models, this switch is also
For some models, this switch is also equipped with a one-touch auto up feature
equipped with a one-touch auto down that allows the window to be closed fully
feature that allows the window to be without holding the switch.
opened fully without holding the switch. Press the switch up until it clicks and
Press the switch down until it clicks and release it, and the window will fully close.
release it, and the window will fully open. To stop the window halfway, push the To open:
To stop the window halfway, pull the switch down lightly. Press the switch down and hold it until the
switch up lightly. window reaches the desired position.
NOTE To close:
To close: If the vehicle’s battery is disconnected Pull the switch up and hold it until the
Pull the switch up lightly and hold it. The due to situations such as battery or window reaches the desired position.
window will close as long as the switch is fuse replacement, the one-touch auto
held. up/down function will be deactivated. When the lock switch on the power
Initialize the power window to reacti- window switch cluster, located on the
NOTE vate the one-touch auto up/down func- driver’s side door, is in the lock position,
If you continue to hold the AUTO tion. Refer to “Initialization of power the passengers’ windows cannot be oper-
switch in the up position after the window” F2-38. ated with the passengers’ switches.
window has fully closed, the circuit
breaker may open and the system may ! Anti-entrapment function
not operate. After several seconds, the Refer to “Anti-entrapment function” F2-
window will be able to be opened by 35.
holding the switch down until it is fully
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2-38 Keys and doors/Rear gate
& Initialization of power win- Rear gate 2. Press and hold the rear gate opener
dow button. The rear gate will open slightly.
If the vehicle’s battery is disconnected due & Manual rear gate (if 3. Hold the rear gate and lift it up slowly.
to situations such as battery or fuse equipped)
replacement, the following functions will The rear gate can be locked and unlocked NOTE
be deactivated. using any of the following systems. If the rear gate cannot be unlocked due
. One-touch auto up/down function . Power door locking switch: Refer to to a discharged vehicle battery, a
. Anti-entrapment function “Power door locking switches” F2-8. malfunction in the door locking/unlock-
. Keyless access with the push-button ing system or other causes, you can
Initialize the power window using the start system (if equipped): Refer to “Key- unlock it by manually operating the
following procedure to reactivate these less access with push-button start system” rear gate lock release lever. For the
functions. F2-9. procedure, refer to “Rear gate – if the
1. Close the driver’s door. . Remote keyless entry system: Refer to rear gate cannot be opened” F9-18.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” “Remote keyless entry system” F2-21. To close:
position.
3. Open the driver’s side window halfway To open:
by pushing down the power window
switch.
4. Pull up the power window switch and
close the window completely. Continue
pulling up the switch for approximately 1
second after the window is closed com-
pletely.
5. Open the driver’s side window com-
pletely by fully pushing down the power
windows switch.
WARNING & Power rear gate (if equipped) after opening it.
. Always carry the key when you
. To prevent dangerous exhaust WARNING leave the vehicle for safety rea-
gas from entering the vehicle, sons and never allow an unat-
always keep the rear gate closed . When opening the rear gate, tended child to remain in the
while driving. make sure there are no people vehicle. Failure to follow this
. Do not attempt to shut the rear around it. If the rear gate, by any procedure could result in injury
gate while holding the recessed chance, should hit a part of the to a child operating the power
grip. Also avoid closing the rear body, this may result in an injury. rear gate.
gate by pulling on the recessed . When closing the rear gate, be . The driver should be aware of
grip from inside the cargo space. extremely careful to prevent any- and pay careful attention to his/
There is a danger of your hand one’s fingers, arms, neck, head her responsibilities.
being caught and injured. or other objects from being
caught in the rear gate. Other- . The power rear gate button
wise, serious personal injury should only be used to open
CAUTION may be caused by entrapment. and close the rear gate when
the area around the rear gate is
. If either of the operating condi-
. Do not jam a plastic bag in or clearly visible and when you
tions has not been satisfied while have checked that there is no
place cellophane tape on the rear
operating the power rear gate, an danger of people being caught in
gate stays or scratch the stays
electronic chirp will sound and the gate.
while loading or unloading cargo.
the power rear gate will be deac-
That could cause leakage of gas
tivated. In this case, the rear gate
from the stays, which may result
may open or close suddenly. Be CAUTION
in their inability to hold the rear
careful to prevent anyone’s body
gate open.
or any objects from being hit When closing the rear gate after
. Be careful not to hit your head or against the rear gate or being opening it by using the memory
face on the rear gate when open- caught in the rear gate. function, make sure to use the
ing or closing the rear gate and power rear gate. If you close the
. After opening the rear gate on a
when loading or unloading car- rear gate manually with extra force,
slope by using the power rear
go. the power rear gate may be da-
gate feature, the rear gate may
close. Make sure that the rear maged.
gate has stopped completely
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2-40 Keys and doors/Rear gate
The power rear gate operates only when deactivate the power rear gate and the ! Operation by the button on the
all of the following conditions are satisfied. rear gate will not be closed. If this instrument panel
. The vehicle is stopped completely. occurs, close the rear gate via regular
. The outside temperature is within a procedures.
range from −228F to 1588F (from −308C to . If you try to open the rear gate using
708C). the power rear gate function immedi-
. The ignition switch is in the “LOCK”/ ately after closing the rear gate using
“OFF” or “ACC” position. Or, the ignition the power rear gate function, an elec-
switch is in the “ON” position and the tronic chirp will sound and the rear
parking brake is applied (MT models)/the gate will not open. Wait for a while
select lever is in the “P” position (CVT before trying to open the rear gate via
models). the power rear gate function. If you
wish to open it right away, it can be
NOTE opened manually.
. If the button is pressed repeatedly
while the power rear gate is operating, Power rear gate button
the system may ignore the button To open the rear gate:
operation in order to avoid being Press and hold the power rear gate button
damaged. Do not press the button when the rear gate is closed. Then an
unnecessarily. electronic chirp will sound twice and the
. It is not possible to stop the rear hazard warning flashers will flash twice.
gate temporarily while opening be- The rear gate will open automatically.
tween the completely closed position
and approximately 12 in (30 cm) open. To stop the rear gate midway:
If you press one of the power rear gate Briefly press the power rear gate button
buttons briefly during this range, the while the rear gate is being opened. Then
rear gate will be closed. the hazard warning flashers will flash
. If the vehicle starts to move while twice. If the button is pressed again, the
the power rear gate is operating, the rear gate will close. If the button is briefly
system sounds a buzzer and closes the pressed while the gate is closed, the rear
rear gate automatically. At this time, if gate can be opened. However, the rear
the system detects jamming, it will gate cannot be stopped again while it is
Keys and doors/Rear gate 2-41
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2-42 Keys and doors/Rear gate
Memory switch status Rear gate opener button Power rear gate button on the inside edge
1) ON status of the rear gate
2) OFF status
2. Press and hold the rear gate opener
button located above the license plate. 3. With the rear gate at the desired
Your desired rear gate height can be After the latch releases, let go of the height, press and hold the power rear
registered. button and raise the rear gate to the gate button on the inside edge of the rear
Registration of the rear gate height: desired height manually. gate until an electronic chirp is heard and
To register the rear gate height, perform the hazard warning flashers flash three
the following procedures while the ignition times. The electronic chirp and the flash-
switch is in the “LOCK”/“OFF” position. ing hazard warning flashers confirm the
selected rear gate height has been regis-
1. Press the memory switch to select the
tered.
“ON” status.
4. Close the rear gate manually (without
using the power rear gate).
NOTE
. To change the registered height,
perform the registering procedure
again.
. It is possible to register the height
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2-44 Keys and doors/Rear gate
from approximately 12 in (30 cm) or you cannot close it by pressing the CAUTION
more from the completely closed posi- power rear gate button on the rear gate.
tion. To close it, press the other power rear . If the reverse function is operated
. Before closing the rear gate in step gate button or close it manually. 3 times consecutively, automatic
4, it is possible to register the height opening and closing of the power
many times through step 3. Therefore, ! Reverse function rear gate function will be can-
the registered height can easily be fine- celed and the rear gate can be
tuned. WARNING opened and closed normally.
. Do not let parts of your body be Whether the rear gate opens or
Retrieval of the rear gate height: closes depends on the rear gate
caught intentionally to operate
To open the rear gate and stop it at the height when automatic operation
the reverse function. If the re-
registered height, perform the following is ceased. Be careful that the rear
verse function does not operate
procedure. gate does not hit anyone’s head
for some reason, this may lead to
1. Press the memory switch to select the serious injury or accidents. or face, etc. and that fingers and
ON status. baggage, etc. are not caught in it.
. The reverse function may not
2. Press and hold any of the power rear
operate if foreign objects are . Take care not to damage the
gate switches. touch sensors. Otherwise, the
caught in the rear gate just
before it closes completely. Be reverse function may cease to
Even if any of the power rear gate operate.
switches are pressed and held while the careful not to catch your fingers
memory switch is in the OFF status, you and other body parts.
If, while opening or closing using power
can stop it at the registered height by . The reverse function may not rear gate, the rear gate catches persons
pressing the memory switch to select the operate depending on the object or baggage or hits an obstacle, an
ON status before the rear gate reaches shape and the manner in which it electronic chirp will sound 3 times and
the registered height. was caught. Be careful not to the rear gate will operate as follows.
catch your fingers and other
NOTE body parts. When opening the rear gate: The rear
. The rear gate will open to the gate will automatically close.
position that is stored in the memory
function even if the rear gate is opened When closing the rear gate: The rear
by the reverse function. gate will automatically open.
. If the rear gate is opened manually
while the memory function is activated,
Keys and doors/Moonroof 2-45
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2-46 Keys and doors/Moonroof
vehicle. Failure to follow this & Moonroof switch “OPEN” side or “CLOSE” side.
procedure could result in injury
After washing the vehicle or after it rains,
to a child operating the moon-
wipe away water on the roof prior to
roof.
opening the moonroof to prevent drops
. Never try to check the anti-en- of water from falling into the passenger
trapment function by deliberately compartment.
placing part of your body in the
moonroof. NOTE
Driving with the moonroof fully open
can cause an annoying sound to be
CAUTION generated at high speeds. If this oc-
curs, use the moonroof at the initial
. Do not sit on the edge of the open
stop position of 8 in (20 cm) away from
moonroof.
the fully opened position.
. Do not operate the moonroof if 1) OPEN/CLOSE switch
falling snow or extremely cold 2) Open
conditions have caused it to 3) Close & Anti-entrapment function
freeze shut. When the moonroof senses a substantial
To open the moonroof:
. Do not touch the moving parts of enough object trapped between its glass
Press the rear side of the “OPEN/CLOSE” and the vehicle’s roof during closure, it
the moonroof while the moonroof switch. The sun shade will also be opened
is operating. automatically moves back to the fully open
together with the moonroof. The moonroof position and stops there. The anti-entrap-
. If the moonroof does not close, will stop at a position approximately 8 in ment function may also be activated by a
we recommend that you have the (20 cm) away from the fully opened strong shock on the moonroof even when
system checked by a SUBARU position. Slide the switch rearward again there is nothing trapped.
dealer. to open the moonroof completely.
To close the moonroof: CAUTION
The moonroof operates only when the
ignition switch is in the “ON” position. Press the front side of the “OPEN/CLOSE” Never attempt to test this function
switch. using fingers, hands or other parts
To stop the moonroof at a selected mid- of your body.
way position while opening or closing it,
momentarily push the switch to the
Keys and doors/Moonroof 2-47
NOTE
For the sake of safety, it is recom-
mended that you avoid driving with the
moonroof fully opened.
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Instruments and controls
Cruise control indicator light (if equipped) .......... 3-32 Multi function display (if equipped).................. 3-44
Cruise control set indicator light (if Basic operation ................................................. 3-45
equipped)......................................................... 3-32 Welcome screen ................................................ 3-45
Automatic headlight beam leveler warning light (if Ending screen ................................................... 3-46
equipped)......................................................... 3-32 Self-check screen .............................................. 3-46
Steering Responsive Headlight warning light/ Interruption screen ............................................ 3-48
Steering Responsive Headlight OFF indicator
light (if equipped) ............................................. 3-33 Basic screens.................................................... 3-48
Front fog light indicator light (if equipped) .......... 3-33 Selection screen ................................................ 3-56
Headlight indicator light (if equipped) ................. 3-33 Date and time settings ....................................... 3-59
X-mode indicator light (if equipped) .................... 3-33 Image quality and volume settings ..................... 3-66
Hill descent control indicator light (if Screen settings.................................................. 3-68
equipped)......................................................... 3-33 Maintenance settings ......................................... 3-76
Steering responsive fog lights warning indicator/ Driving history registration................................. 3-79
Steering responsive fog lights OFF indicator (if Car settings....................................................... 3-80
equipped)......................................................... 3-33 Initialize............................................................. 3-90
BSD/RCTA warning indicator (if equipped) .......... 3-33 Light control switch........................................... 3-93
BSD/RCTA OFF indicator (if equipped) ................ 3-34 Headlights ......................................................... 3-93
RAB warning light (if equipped) .......................... 3-34 High/low beam change (dimmer) ........................ 3-95
RAB OFF indicator light (if equipped).................. 3-34 Headlight flasher ............................................... 3-98
Information display (Mexico-spec. models)...... 3-34 Daytime running light system............................. 3-98
Outside temperature indicator ............................ 3-34 Steering Responsive Headlight (SRH) (if
Driving information display................................. 3-35 equipped) ........................................................ 3-99
Clock ................................................................. 3-38 SRH OFF switch ................................................ 3-99
Multi information display (models with type Turn signal lever .............................................. 3-100
B combination meter) ..................................... 3-39 One-touch lane changer ................................... 3-101
Basic operation .................................................. 3-40 Illumination brightness control....................... 3-101
Welcome screen and Good-bye screen ............... 3-40 Headlight beam leveler (if equipped) ............. 3-102
Warning screen .................................................. 3-41 Automatic headlight beam leveler (models with
Basic screens .................................................... 3-41 LED headlights) ............................................. 3-102
Menu screens .................................................... 3-42
Instruments and controls
Fog light switch (if equipped) ......................... 3-102 Auto-dimming mirror/compass with HomeLink®
Steering responsive fog lights system (if (if equipped) .................................................. 3-109
equipped)....................................................... 3-103 Outside mirrors ............................................... 3-115
Wiper and washer ............................................ 3-104 Defogger and deicer ........................................ 3-116
Windshield wiper and washer switches ............. 3-105 Tilt/telescopic steering wheel ......................... 3-118
Rear window wiper and washer switch.............. 3-106 Horn .................................................................. 3-118
Mirrors............................................................... 3-107 Heated Steering Wheel system (if
Inside mirror .................................................... 3-107 equipped) ...................................................... 3-119
Auto-dimming mirror/compass (if equipped)...... 3-108
3-4 Instruments and controls/Ignition switch (models without push–button start system)
the key is released (after the engine has . The key grip is touching another key
started), the key automatically returns to or a metallic key holder.
the “ON” position.
CAUTION
Do not turn the ignition switch to the
“START” position while the engine
is running.
& Ignition switch light (if Push-button ignition switch . Even when the access key is outside
equipped) the vehicle, if it is placed too close to
(models with push-button the glass, it may be possible to switch
For easy access to the ignition switch in start system) the power or to start the engine.
the dark, the ignition switch light illumi- . Do not leave the access key in the
nates when the driver’s door is opened or & Safety precautions following places. It may become im-
when the driver’s door is unlocked using Refer to “Safety precautions” F2-10. possible to operate the push-button
the remote keyless entry transmitter. ignition switch and the engine start.
The light remains illuminated for several & Operating range for push- – On the instrument panel
tens of seconds and then gradually turns button start system – On the floor
off under the following conditions. – Inside the glove box
. when the driver’s door is closed – Inside the door trim pocket
. when the doors are unlocked using the – On the rear seat
remote keyless entry transmitter – At the corner of the cargo area
The light turns off immediately under the . When operating the push-button
following conditions. ignition switch or starting the engine,
if the access key battery is discharged,
. when the ignition switch is turned to the perform the procedure described in
“ON” position “Access key – if access key does not
. when all doors and the rear gate are operate properly” F9-17. In such a
locked using the remote keyless entry case, replace the battery immediately.
transmitter Refer to “Replacing battery of access
key” F11-45.
1) Antenna
2) Operating range
NOTE
. If the access key is not detected
within the operating range of the an-
tennas inside the vehicle, the push-
button ignition switch and the engine
start cannot be operated.
Instruments and controls/Push–button ignition switch (models with push–button start system) 3-7
! Battery drainage prevention func- Hazard warning flasher your vehicle under emergency conditions.
tion The hazard warning flasher works regard-
When the push-button ignition switch is less of the position of the ignition switch.
left in the “ACC” or “ON” position for To turn on the hazard warning flasher,
approximately 1 hour, the push-button push the hazard warning button on the
ignition switch will be automatically instrument panel. All the turn signal lights
switched to “OFF” to prevent the battery and the turn signal indicator lights will
from going dead. This function is activated flash. To turn off the flasher, push the
when the select lever is in the “P” position. button again.
& When access key does not NOTE
operate properly When the hazard warning flasher is on,
Refer to “Access key – if access key does the turn signals do not work.
not operate properly” F9-17.
Meters and gauges & Canceling the function for The display can be switched as shown in
meter/gauge needle move- the following sequence by pressing the
NOTE ment upon turning on the trip knob.
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3-10 Instruments and controls/Meters and gauges
& Odometer
Odometer (type B)
1) Trip knob
Double trip meter (type A)
This meter displays the odometer when
the ignition switch is in the “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”/“OFF” or “ACC”
Odometer (type A) position, the odometer/trip meter will light
up. If you do not press the trip knob within
10 seconds of illumination of the od-
ometer/trip meter, the odometer/trip meter
will turn off.
Also, if you open and close the driver’s
door within 10 seconds of illumination of Double trip meter (type B)
the odometer/trip meter, the odometer/trip 1) Trip knob
meter will turn off.
This meter displays the two trip meters
when the ignition switch is in the “ON”
Instruments and controls/Meters and gauges 3-11
position. To set the trip meter to zero, select the A speed is reduced below the red
The trip meter shows the distance that the trip or B trip meter by pressing the knob zone.
vehicle has been driven since you last set and keep the knob pressed for more than
it to zero. 2 seconds.
NOTE
If you press the trip knob when the ignition CAUTION To protect the engine/transmission
switch is in the “LOCK”/“OFF” or “ACC” while the select lever is in the “P” or
position, the odometer/trip meter will light To ensure safety, do not attempt to “N” position (CVT models) or the shift
up. It is possible to switch between the A change the function of the indicator lever is in the neutral position (MT
trip meter and B trip meter indications during driving, as an accident could models), the engine is controlled so
while the odometer/trip meter is lit up. If result. that the engine speed may not become
you do not press the trip knob within 10 too high even if the accelerator pedal is
seconds of illumination of the odometer/ depressed hard.
trip meter, the odometer/trip meter will turn NOTE
off. If the connection between the combina-
Also, if you open and close the driver’s tion meter and battery is broken for any
door within 10 seconds of illumination of reason such as vehicle maintenance or
the odometer/trip meter, the odometer/trip fuse replacement, the data recorded on
meter will turn off. the trip meter will be lost.
CAUTION
Do not operate the engine when the
pointer of the tachometer is in the
red zone. In this range, fuel injection
will be cut by the engine control
*: They cannot be displayed when the module to protect the engine from
ignition switch is in the “ON” position. overrevving. The engine will resume
running normally after the engine
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3-12 Instruments and controls/Meters and gauges
& Fuel gauge shows the approximate amount of fuel & ECO gauge (if equipped)
remaining in the tank.
The gauge indication may change slightly
during braking, turning or acceleration due
to fuel level movement in the tank.
If you press the trip knob while the ignition
switch is in the “LOCK”/“OFF” or “ACC”
position, the fuel gauge will light up and
indicate the amount of fuel remaining in
the tank. If, while the fuel gauge is
indicating the amount of fuel remaining in
the tank, you (a) do not press the trip knob
for 10 seconds or (b) open and close the
Fuel gauge (type A) driver’s door, the fuel gauge indication will The ECO gauge shows the difference
turn off. between the current rate of fuel consump-
NOTE tion and the average rate of fuel consump-
tion since the trip meter was last reset.
You will see the “ ” sign in the fuel
gauge. This indicates that the fuel filler If the needle of the gauge moves towards
door (lid) is located on the right side of the right side, this indicates better fuel
the vehicle. efficiency.
NOTE
. The ECO gauge shows only an
approximate indication of fuel effi-
ciency.
. After resetting the trip meter, the
Fuel gauge (type B)
average rate of fuel consumption is not
1) Trip knob
shown until driving 0.6 mile (1 km).
Before that time, the ECO gauge does
The fuel gauge is displayed when the not operate.
ignition is in the “ON” position, and it
Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights 3-13
Warning and indicator lights : CHECK ENGINE warning light/Mal- : Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indica-
function indicator light tor light
Several of the warning and indicator lights : Coolant temperature low indicator : Cruise control indicator light
illuminate when the ignition switch is light/Coolant temperature high warn- (if equipped)
initially turned to the “ON” position. This ing light
permits checking the operation of the : Cruise control set indicator light
bulbs. : Charge warning light (if equipped)
Apply the parking brake and turn the : Oil pressure warning light : Headlight indicator light (if equipped)
ignition switch to the “ON” position. For : Engine low oil level warning light* : Automatic headlight beam leveler
the system check, several of the following warning light (if equipped)
lights illuminate and then turn off after : Windshield washer fluid warning light*
several seconds or after the engine has : Steering Responsive Headlight warn-
: AT OIL TEMP warning light ing light/Steering Responsive Head-
started. (CVT models) light OFF indicator light (if equipped)*
: Seatbelt warning light : Low tire pressure warning light
(The seatbelt warning light turns off : High beam assist indicator light (if
(U.S.-spec. models) equipped)
only when the driver fastens the
seatbelt.) / : ABS warning light : Access key warning light
: Front passenger’s seatbelt warning / : Brake system warning light (if equipped)
light : X-mode indicator light (if equipped)
(The seatbelt warning light turns off : Low fuel warning light
only when the front seat passenger : Hill start assist warning light/Hill start : Hill descent control indicator light (if
fastens the seatbelt.) assist OFF indicator light equipped)*
: SRS airbag system warning light : Door open warning light *: Applies to models with type A combina-
tion meter.
ON / : Front passenger’s frontal airbag : AWD warning light (CVT models)
ON indicator light If any lights fail to illuminate, it indicates a
: Power steering warning light burned-out bulb or a malfunction of the
/ : Front passenger’s frontal airbag corresponding system.
OFF indicator light : Vehicle Dynamics Control warning
light/Vehicle Dynamics Control opera- Consult your authorized SUBARU dealer
tion indicator light for repair.
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3-14 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights
operation that follows the 6-second again. For adjusting procedure, refer to & SRS airbag system
warning after turning ON the ignition “Front seats” F1-2. warning light
switch. When the ignition switch is
turned ON next time, however, the If the seatbelt warning device for the front
passenger’s seat does not function cor-
WARNING
complete sequence of the warning
operation resumes. For further details rectly (e.g., it is activated even when the If the warning light exhibits any of
about canceling the warning operation, front passenger’s seat is empty or it is the following conditions, there may
please contact your SUBARU dealer. deactivated even when the front passen- be a malfunction in the seatbelt
ger has not fastened his/her seatbelt), pretensioners and/or SRS airbag
If there is no passenger on the front take the following actions.
passenger’s seat, the seatbelt warning system. Immediately take your vehi-
. Ensure that no article is placed on the cle to your nearest SUBARU dealer
device for the front passenger’s seat will
seat other than a child restraint system to have the system checked. Unless
be deactivated. The front passenger’s
and its child occupant, although we checked and properly repaired, the
occupant detection system monitors
strongly recommend that all children sit seatbelt pretensioners and/or SRS
whether or not there is a passenger on
in the rear seat properly restrained. airbag will not operate properly in
the front passenger’s seat.
. Ensure that there is no article left in the the event of a collision, which may
Observe the following precautions. Failure
seatback pocket. increase the risk of injury.
to do so may prevent the device from
functioning correctly or cause the device . Ensure that the backward-forward po- . Flashing or flickering of the warn-
to fail. sition and seatback of front passenger’s ing light
seat are locked into place securely by
. Do not install any accessory such as a . No illumination of the warning
moving the seat back and forth.
table or TV onto the seatback. light when the ignition switch is
. Do not store a heavy load in the If still the seatbelt warning device for front first turned to the “ON” position
seatback pocket. passenger’s seat does not function cor- . Continuous illumination of the
. Do not allow the rear seat occupant to rectly after taking relevant corrective ac- warning light
place his/her hands or legs on the front tions described above, immediately con- . Illumination of the warning light
passenger’s seatback, or allow him/her to tact your SUBARU dealer for an inspec- while driving
pull the seatback. tion.
. Do not use front seats with their back- For more details about the SRS airbag
ward-forward position and seatback not system warning light, refer to “SRS airbag
being locked into place securely. If any of system monitors” F1-69.
them are not locked securely, adjust them
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3-16 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights
& Front passenger’s frontal indicators illuminates depending on the control system checked and re-
airbag ON and OFF indica- status of the front passenger’s SRS frontal paired as necessary could cause
tors airbag determined by the SUBARU ad- serious damage, which may not be
vanced frontal airbag system monitoring. covered by your vehicle’s warranty.
If the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag
is activated, the passenger’s frontal airbag If this light illuminates steadily or blinks
ON indicator will illuminate while the OFF while the engine is running, it may indicate
indicator will remain off. that there is a problem or potential
If the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag problem somewhere in the emission con-
is deactivated, the passenger’s frontal trol system.
airbag ON indicator will remain off while ! If the light illuminates steadily
the OFF indicator will illuminate.
If the light illuminates steadily while driving
With the ignition switch turned to the “ON” or does not turn off after the engine starts,
position, if both the ON and OFF indica- an emission control system malfunction
tors remain illuminated or off simulta- has been detected.
neously even after the system check
period, the system is malfunctioning. You should have your vehicle checked by
ON / : Front passenger’s frontal airbag ON an authorized SUBARU dealer immedi-
indicator Contact your SUBARU dealer immedi-
/ : Front passenger’s frontal airbag OFF ately for an inspection. ately.
indicator
NOTE
The front passenger’s frontal airbag ON & CHECK ENGINE warn- This light also illuminates when the fuel
and OFF indicators show you the status of ing light/Malfunction in- filler cap is not tightened until it clicks.
the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag. dicator light
If you have recently refueled your vehicle,
The indicators are located next to the the cause of the CHECK ENGINE warning
clock in the center portion of the dash- CAUTION
light/malfunction indicator light illuminating
board. could be a loose or missing fuel filler cap.
If the CHECK ENGINE light illumi-
When the ignition switch is turned to the nates while you are driving, have Remove the cap and retighten it until it
“ON” position, both the ON and OFF your vehicle checked/repaired by clicks. Make sure nothing is interfering
indicators illuminate for 6 seconds during your SUBARU dealer as soon as with the sealing of the cap. Tightening the
which time the system is checked. Follow- possible. Continued vehicle opera- cap will not make the CHECK ENGINE
ing the system check, both indicators turn tion without having the emission warning light/malfunction indicator light
off for 2 seconds. After that, one of the
Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights 3-17
turn off immediately. It may take several & Coolant temperature overheating. After that, have
driving trips. If the light does not turn off, low indicator light/Cool- the system checked by your
take your vehicle to your authorized ant temperature high nearest SUBARU dealer. Refer
SUBARU dealer immediately.
warning light to “Engine overheating” F9-
! If the light is blinking 12.
If the light is blinking while driving, an CAUTION – Blinking in RED and BLUE
engine misfire condition has been de- alternately:
tected which may damage the emission . After turning the ignition switch The electrical system may be
control system. to the “ON” position, if this malfunctioning. Contact your
indicator light/warning light be- SUBARU dealer for an inspec-
To prevent serious damage to the emis-
haves in any of the following tion.
sion control system, you should do the
ways, the electrical system may
following.
be malfunctioning. Contact your This coolant temperature low indicator
. Reduce vehicle speed. SUBARU dealer immediately for light/coolant temperature high warning
. Avoid hard acceleration. an inspection. light has the following three functions.
. Avoid steep uphill grades. – It remains blinking in RED. . Illumination in BLUE indicates insuffi-
. Reduce the amount of cargo, if possi- cient warming up of the engine
– It remains illuminated in RED
ble. . Blinking in RED indicates that the
for more than 2 seconds.
. If towing a trailer, stop doing so as soon engine is close to overheating
as possible. – It remains blinking in RED and
BLUE alternately. . Illumination in RED indicates overheat-
ing condition of the engine
The CHECK ENGINE warning light may . While driving, if this indicator
stop blinking and illuminate steadily after light/warning light behaves in For a system check, this indicator light/
several driving trips. You should have your any of the following ways, take warning light illuminates in RED for
vehicle checked by an authorized the specified appropriate mea- approximately 2 seconds when the igni-
SUBARU dealer immediately. sure listed below. tion switch is turned to the “ON” position.
– Blinking or illuminated in After that, this indicator light/warning light
RED: changes to BLUE and maintains illumina-
Safely stop the vehicle as tion in BLUE. This BLUE illuminated light
soon as possible, and refer turns off when the engine is warmed up
to the emergency steps to sufficiently.
take in the case of engine
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3-18 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights
If the engine coolant temperature in- & Charge warning light CAUTION
creases over the specified range, the
indicator light/warning light blinks in If this light illuminates when the engine is Do not operate the engine with the
RED. At this time, the engine is close to running, it may indicate that the charging oil pressure warning light illumi-
overheating. system is not working properly. nated. This may cause serious en-
If the engine coolant temperature in- If the light illuminates while driving or does gine damage.
creases further, the indicator light/warning not turn off after the engine starts, stop the
light illuminates in RED continuously. At engine at the first safe opportunity and
this time, the engine may be overheating. check the alternator belt. If the belt is & Engine low oil level
loose, broken or if the belt is in good warning light
When the indicator light/warning light condition but the light remains illuminated,
blinks in RED or illuminates in RED, safely This light illuminates when the engine oil
contact your nearest SUBARU dealer
stop the vehicle as soon as possible, and level decreases to the lower limit.
immediately.
refer to the emergency steps to take in the If the engine low oil level warning light
case of engine overheating. Refer to & Oil pressure warning illuminates while driving, park the vehicle
“Engine overheating” F9-12. After that, light in a safe and level location, and then
have the system checked by your nearest check the engine oil level. When the
SUBARU dealer. If this light illuminates when the engine is engine oil level is not within the normal
running, it may indicate that the engine oil range, refill with engine oil. Refer to
Also, if the indicator light/warning light pressure is low and the lubricating system
often blinks in RED, the electrical system “Engine oil” F11-10.
is not working properly.
may be malfunctioning. Contact your If the warning light does not turn off after
If the light illuminates while driving or does refilling the engine oil, or the warning light
SUBARU dealer for an inspection. not turn off after the engine starts, stop the illuminates even though the engine oil
NOTE engine at the first safe opportunity and level is within the normal range, have the
check the engine oil level. If the oil level is vehicle checked by a SUBARU dealer.
If the engine is restarted after a certain low, add oil immediately. If the engine oil is
driving condition, this indicator light/ at the proper level but the light remains
warning light may illuminate in RED. NOTE
illuminated, contact your nearest . After replacing or adding the engine
However, this is not a malfunction if the SUBARU dealer immediately.
indicator light/warning light turns off oil, if the engine oil level is within the
after a short time. For details about checking the engine oil normal range when restarting the en-
level or adding the engine oil, refer to gine on a level surface, the warning
“Engine oil” F11-10. light will turn off.
Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights 3-19
. The warning light may illuminate light turns off. As an added safety feature, your vehicle
temporarily in the following conditions has been equipped with a tire pressure
! Transmission control system warn-
because a low oil level may be detected monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates
ing
as a result of significant oil movement a low tire pressure telltale when one or
in the engine. If the “AT OIL TEMP” warning light flashes more of your tires is significantly under-
– when the vehicle is considerably after the engine has started, it may inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire
inclined on an uphill or steep slope indicate that the transmission control pressure telltale illuminates, you should
– when the vehicle has continu- system is not working properly. Contact stop and check your tires as soon as
ously accelerated and decelerated your nearest SUBARU dealer for service possible, and inflate them to the proper
immediately. pressure. Driving on a significantly under-
– when the vehicle is continuously
turned inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and
– when the vehicle is driven on a
& Low tire pressure can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also
road that alternates continuously warning light (U.S.-spec. reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life,
between uphill and downhill models) and may affect the vehicle’s handling and
stopping ability.
When the ignition switch is turned to the
Please note that the TPMS is not a
& Windshield washer “ON” position, the low tire pressure warn-
substitute for proper tire maintenance,
fluid warning light ing light will illuminate for approximately 2
seconds to check that the tire pressure and it is the driver’s responsibility to
This light illuminates when the fluid level in monitoring system (TPMS) is functioning maintain correct tire pressure, even if
the windshield washer fluid tank de- properly. If there is no problem and all tires under-inflation has not reached the level
creases to the lower limit (approximately are properly inflated, the light will turn off. to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire
1.1 US qt, 1.0 liter, 0.9 Imp qt). pressure telltale.
Each tire, including the spare (if provided),
should be checked monthly when cold Your vehicle has also been equipped with
& AT OIL TEMP warning and inflated to the inflation pressure a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate
light (CVT models) recommended by the vehicle manufac- when the system is not operating properly.
turer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation The TPMS malfunction indicator is com-
If this light illuminates when the engine is bined with the low tire pressure telltale.
running, it may indicate that the transmis- pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of
a different size than the size indicated on When the system detects a malfunction,
sion fluid temperature is too hot. the telltale will flash for approximately one
the vehicle placard or tire inflation pres-
If the light illuminates while driving, im- sure label, you should determine the minute and then remain continuously
mediately stop the vehicle in a safe place proper tire inflation pressure for those illuminated. This sequence will continue
and let the engine idle until the warning tires.) upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long
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3-20 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights
as the malfunction exists. When the driving straight ahead while gradu- CAUTION
malfunction indicator is illuminated, the ally reducing speed. Then slowly
system may not be able to detect or signal pull off the road to a safe place. The tire pressure monitoring system
low tire pressure as intended. TPMS Otherwise an accident involving is NOT a substitute for manually
malfunctions may occur for a variety of serious vehicle damage and serious checking tire pressure. The tire
reasons, including the installation of re- personal injury could occur. pressure should be checked peri-
placement or alternate tires or wheels on If this light still illuminates while odically (at least monthly) using a
the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from driving after adjusting the tire pres- tire gauge. After any change to tire
functioning properly. Always check the sure, a tire may have significant pressure(s), the tire pressure mon-
TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing damage and a fast leak that causes itoring system will not re-check tire
one or more tires or wheels on your the tire to lose air rapidly. If you have inflation pressures until the vehicle
vehicle to ensure that the replacement or a flat tire, replace it with a spare tire is first driven more than 25 mph (40
alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS as soon as possible. km/h). After adjusting the tire pres-
to continue to function properly. sures, increase the vehicle speed to
When a spare tire is mounted or a
Should the warning light illuminate stea- at least 25 mph (40 km/h) to start the
wheel rim is replaced without the
dily after blinking for approximately one TPMS re-checking of the tire infla-
original pressure sensor/transmitter
minute, have the system inspected by tion pressures. If the tire pressures
being transferred, the Low tire pres-
your nearest SUBARU dealer as soon as are now above the severe low
sure warning light will illuminate
possible. pressure threshold, the low tire
steadily after blinking for approxi-
pressure warning light should turn
WARNING mately one minute. This indicates
off a few minutes later. Therefore, be
the TPMS is unable to monitor all
sure to install the specified size for
If this light does not illuminate four road wheels. Contact your
the front and rear tires.
briefly after the ignition switch is SUBARU dealer as soon as possible
turned ON or the light illuminates for tire and sensor replacement and/
steadily after blinking for approxi- or system resetting.
mately one minute, you should have If the light illuminates steadily after
your Tire Pressure Monitoring Sys- blinking for approximately one min-
tem checked at a SUBARU dealer as ute, promptly contact a SUBARU
soon as possible. dealer to have the system inspected.
If this light illuminates while driving,
never brake suddenly and keep
Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights 3-21
& ABS warning light if the EBD system malfunctions. For the light will turn off.
further details of the EBD system mal-
CAUTION function warning, refer to “Electronic & Brake system
Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system warning light
. If any of the following conditions warning” F3-22.
occur, we recommend that you The light illuminates with the parking
have the ABS repaired at the first NOTE brake applied while the ignition switch is
available opportunity by your If the warning light behavior is as in the “ON” position. It turns off when the
SUBARU dealer. described in the following conditions, parking brake is fully released.
– The warning light does not the ABS may be considered normal.
WARNING
illuminate when the ignition . The warning light illuminates when
switch is turned to the “ON” the ignition switch is turned to the . Driving with the brake system
position. “ON” position and turns off approxi- warning light on is dangerous.
– The warning light illuminates mately 2 seconds after the engine has This indicates your brake system
when the ignition switch is started. may not be working properly. If
turned to the “ON” position, . The warning light illuminates right the light remains illuminated,
but it does not turn off even after the engine is started but turns off have the brakes inspected by a
when the vehicle speed ex- immediately, remaining off. SUBARU dealer immediately.
. The warning light remains illumi-
ceeds approximately 25 mph . If at all in doubt about whether
(40 km/h). nated after the engine has been started,
the brakes are operating prop-
but it turns off when the vehicle speed
– The warning light illuminates reaches approximately 25 mph (40
erly, do not drive the vehicle.
during driving. Have your vehicle towed to the
km/h).
nearest SUBARU dealer for re-
. When the warning light is on (and . The warning light illuminates during
pair.
the brake system warning light is driving, but it turns off immediately and
off), the ABS function shuts remains off.
The brake system warning light has the
down. However, the conventional When driving with an insufficient battery following functions.
brake system continues to oper- voltage such as when the engine is jump
ate normally. started, the ABS warning light may illumi- ! Brake fluid level warning
nate. This is due to the low battery voltage This light illuminates when the brake fluid
The ABS warning light illuminates to- and does not indicate a malfunction. level has dropped to near the “MIN” level
gether with the brake system warning light When the battery becomes fully charged, of the brake fluid reservoir with the ignition
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3-22 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights
switch in the “ON” position and with the If the brake system warning light and ABS NOTE
parking brake fully released. warning light illuminate simultaneously, The vacuum pump system assists the
take the following steps. boost pressure when driving at high
If the brake system warning light should
illuminate while driving (with the parking 1. Stop the vehicle in the nearest safe, altitudes while the engine is cold.
flat location.
brake fully released and with the ignition
2. Shut down the engine, apply the & Low fuel warning light
switch positioned in “ON”), it could be an
indication of leaking of brake fluid or worn parking brake and then restart it. The low fuel warning light illuminates
brake pads. If this occurs, immediately 3. Release the parking brake. Even if when the tank is nearly empty, at approxi-
stop the vehicle at the nearest safe both warning lights turn off, the EBD mately 2.6 US gal (10.0 liters, 2.2 Imp gal).
location and check the brake fluid level. system may be malfunctioning. Drive It only operates when the ignition switch is
If the fluid level is below the “MIN” mark in carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer in the “ON” position.
the reservoir, do not drive the vehicle. and have the system inspected.
Have the vehicle towed to the nearest 4. If both warning lights illuminate again CAUTION
SUBARU dealer for repair. and remain illuminated after the engine
has been restarted, shut down the engine Promptly put fuel in the tank when-
! Electronic Brake Force Distribution ever the low fuel warning light
(EBD) system warning again, apply the parking brake, and check
the brake fluid level. illuminates. Engine misfires as a
The brake system warning light also result of an empty tank could cause
5. If the brake fluid level is not below the damage to the engine.
illuminates if a malfunction occurs in the
“MIN” mark, the EBD system may be
EBD system. In that event, it illuminates
malfunctioning. Drive carefully to the
together with the ABS warning light.
nearest SUBARU dealer and have the NOTE
The EBD system may be malfunctioning if system inspected.
the brake system warning light and ABS This light does not turn off unless the
6. If the brake fluid level is below the tank is replenished up to an internal
warning light illuminate simultaneously
“MIN” mark, DO NOT drive the vehicle. fuel quantity of approximately 4.5 US
during driving.
Instead, have the vehicle towed to the gal (17 liters, 3.7 Imp gal).
Even if the EBD system fails, the conven- nearest SUBARU dealer for repair.
tional braking system will still function.
However, the rear wheels will be more ! Vacuum pump system warning
prone to locking when the brakes are (turbo models)
applied harder than usual and the vehi-
cle’s motion may therefore become some- This light illuminates when a malfunction
what harder to control. is detected in the vacuum pump system.
Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights 3-23
& Hill start assist warning ignition switch. While the engine is running, this warning
light/Hill start assist light illuminates when a malfunction has
Always make sure this light is not illumi- been detected in the electric power steer-
OFF indicator light nated before you start to drive. ing system.
! Hill start assist warning light & All-Wheel Drive warn- CAUTION
While the engine is running, if there are ing light (CVT models)
When the power steering warning
any malfunctions in the Hill start assist This light flashes if the vehicle is driven light is illuminated, there may be
system, the warning light will illuminate. with tires of differing diameters fitted on more resistance when the steering
the wheels or with an excessively low air wheel is operated. Drive carefully to
WARNING pressure in any of the tires. the nearest SUBARU dealer and
When the Hill start assist warning have the vehicle inspected immedi-
WARNING
light illuminates, have the vehicle ately.
inspected at an authorized SUBARU If the AWD warning light flashes,
dealer. promptly park in a safe location then
check whether all four tires are the
NOTE
same diameter and whether any of If the steering wheel is operated in the
! Hill start assist OFF indicator light following ways, the power steering
the tires has a puncture or has lost
While the Hill start assist system is control system may temporarily limit
air pressure for some other reason.
deactivated, the Hill start assist OFF the power assist in order to prevent the
Continuing to drive with the AWD
indicator light illuminates continuously to system components, such as the con-
warning light flashing can lead to
inform the driver that the Hill start assist trol computer and drive motor, from
powertrain damage.
system is not operational. overheating.
. The steering wheel is operated fre-
& Door open warning & Power steering warn- quently and turned sharply while the
light ing light vehicle is maneuvered at extremely low
The warning light illuminates if any door or speeds, such as while frequently turn-
This warning light illuminates when the ing the steering wheel during parallel
the rear gate is not fully closed. This
ignition switch is turned to the “ON” parking.
function is effective even if the ignition
switch is in the “LOCK”/“OFF” or “ACC”
position and turns off after the engine . The steering wheel remains in the
has started. This indicates that the warn- fully turned position for a long period
position, or the key is removed from the
ing system is working properly. of time.
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3-24 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights
At this time, there will be more resis- provide ABS control. As a result, the when the ignition switch is turned to the
tance when steering. However this is Vehicle Dynamics Control system “ON” position.
not a malfunction. Normal steering also becomes inoperative, causing . The warning light illuminates while the
force will be restored after the steering the warning light to illuminate. vehicle is running.
wheel is not operated for a while and Although both the Vehicle Dynamics
the power steering control system has Control system and ABS are inop- NOTE
an opportunity to cool down. However, erative in this case, the ordinary If the warning light behavior is as
if the power steering is operated in a functions of the brake system are described in the following examples,
non-standard way which causes power still available. You will be safe while the Vehicle Dynamics Control system
assist limitation to occur too fre- driving with this condition, but drive may be considered normal.
quently, that may result in a malfunc- carefully and have your vehicle . The warning light illuminates when
tion of the power steering control checked at a SUBARU dealer as the ignition switch is turned to the
system. soon as possible. “ON” position and turns off approxi-
mately 2 seconds after the engine has
& Vehicle Dynamics NOTE
started.
Control warning light/ . The warning light illuminates right
. If the electrical circuit of the Vehicle after the engine is started but turns off
Vehicle Dynamics Con- Dynamics Control system itself mal- immediately, remaining off.
trol operation indicator functions, the warning light only illumi- . The warning light illuminates after
light nates. At this time, the ABS (Anti-lock the engine has started and turns off
Brake System) remains fully opera- while the vehicle is subsequently being
! Vehicle Dynamics Control warning tional. driven.
light . The warning light illuminates when . The warning light illuminates during
the electronic control system of the driving, but it turns off immediately and
CAUTION ABS/Vehicle Dynamics Control system remains off.
malfunctions. . The warning light illuminates when
The Vehicle Dynamics Control sys- The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is the engine has stalled and continues to
tem provides its ABS control probably inoperative under any of the illuminate after the engine has been
through the electrical circuit of the following conditions. Have your vehicle restarted. However, it will turn off once
ABS. Accordingly, if the ABS is checked at a SUBARU dealer immedi- the vehicle starts moving.
inoperative, the Vehicle Dynamics ately.
Control system becomes unable to . The warning light does not illuminate
Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights 3-25
! Vehicle Dynamics Control opera- & Vehicle Dynamics & Warning chimes and warning
tion indicator light Control OFF indicator light of the keyless access
The indicator light flashes during activa- light with push-button start sys-
tion of the skid suppression function and
The light illuminates when the Vehicle
tem (if equipped)
during activation of the traction control
Dynamics Control OFF switch is pressed
function.
to deactivate the Vehicle Dynamics Con-
NOTE trol system.
. The light may remain illuminated for The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is
a short period of time after the engine probably malfunctioning under any of the
has been started, especially in cold following conditions. Have your vehicle
weather. This does not indicate the checked at a SUBARU dealer immedi-
existence of a problem. The light ately.
should turn off as soon as the engine . The light does not illuminate when the
has warmed up. ignition switch is turned to the “ON”
. The indicator light illuminates when position.
the engine has developed a problem
. The light does not turn off even once
and the CHECK ENGINE warning light/ Access key warning light (type A)
several seconds have elapsed after the
malfunction indicator light is on.
ignition switch has been turned to the
The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is “ON” position.
probably malfunctioning under the follow-
ing condition. Have your vehicle checked
at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.
. The light does not turn off even after
the lapse of several minutes (the engine
has warmed up) after the engine has
started.
The keyless access with push-button start . When the operation indicator on
system sounds a warning chime and the push-button ignition switch
flashes the access key warning light on flashes in orange, contact a
the combination meter in order to minimize SUBARU dealer immediately.
improper operations and help protect your
vehicle from theft.
When the warning chime sounds and/or NOTE
the warning light flashes, take the appro- . Even when the access key is within
priate action. the operating ranges inside the vehicle,
the access key warning for engine start
WARNING may be provided depending on the
status of the access key and the
Never drive the vehicle if the indi- environmental conditions.
cator on the push-button ignition . When the access key is taken out of
switch is flashing in green when the vehicle through an open window,
starting the engine. This indicates the access key takeout warning or
the status that the steering wheel is passenger access key takeout warning
not released and could result in an will not be provided.
accident involving serious injury or
death. ! List of warnings
CAUTION
CAUTION
When any of the following warnings
. When starting the engine again occurs even if the access key warn-
after the operation indicator on ing light does not illuminate, take
the push-button ignition switch the appropriate action.
flashes in green, if the operation
indicator is still flashing in green,
there could be a steering lock
malfunction. Contact your
SUBARU dealer as soon as pos-
sible.
Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights 3-27
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3-28 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights
Ding — — — The battery of the access key is Replace the battery of the access
low. key.
Steering lock warning: While turning the steering wheel
Ding — — Flashes in green The engine start procedure was right and left lightly, depress the
(15 seconds max.) performed, but the steering is still brake pedal and press the push-
locked. button ignition switch.
System malfunction warning: Contact a SUBARU dealer imme-
Ding — — Flashes in orange A malfunction was detected in the diately and have the vehicle in-
power system or steering lock. spected.
NOTE
An electronic chirp will sound while the select lever is in the “R” position. In this case, the select lever position warning chime
will not sound.
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3-30 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights
& Security indicator light not switched to “ON” and the security NOTE
indicator light continues blinking. . The security indicator light remains
This indicator light shows the status of the For models without “keyless access off in the following conditions. It means
alarm system. It also indicates operation with push-button start system”: that the matching of the ID code is
of the immobilizer system.
. Approximately 60 seconds after the completed and the immobilizer system
! Alarm system ignition switch is turned from the “ON” is deactivated, and it does not indicate
It blinks to show the driver the operational position to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. a malfunction.
status of the alarm system. For detailed . Immediately after the key is pulled out. Models with “keyless access with
information, refer to “Alarm system” F2- push-button start system”:
25. If the indicator light does not blink in the
above conditions, it may indicate that – while the engine is running
! Immobilizer system immobilizer system may be malfunction- – the push-button ignition switch
The security indicator light starts blinking ing. Contact your nearest SUBARU dealer has been turned to the “ON” or
in the following conditions. immediately. “ACC” position and the driver’s
door has not been opened or closed
For models with “keyless access with In the event that an unauthorized key (for
push-button start system”: example, an unauthorized duplicate) is Models without “keyless access
. Immediately after the push-button igni- used to start the engine, the security with push-button start system”:
tion switch is turned to the “OFF” position. indicator light illuminates. For details – while the engine is running
. Immediately after the driver’s door is about the immobilizer system, refer to – for approximately 60 seconds
opened or closed when all of the following “Immobilizer” F2-3. after the ignition switch is turned
conditions are met. from the “ON” position to the
– The push-button ignition switch is in “ACC” or “LOCK” position
the “ON” or “ACC” position. – when the ignition switch is in the
– The access key is outside the “ON” position
vehicle.
. Even if a malfunction occurs, such
– The engine is not running. as if the security indicator light flashes
In the event that the push-button ignition irregularly, it will not affect the func-
switch is pressed to turn it on or to start tionality of the immobilizer system.
the engine carrying an unauthorized key
(for example, the key is unregistered or
the ID code does not match), the power is
Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights 3-31
& SI-DRIVE indicator light (if & Select lever/gear position in-
equipped) dicator (CVT models)
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3-32 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights
& Steering Responsive & X-mode indicator light ! Steering responsive fog lights
Headlight warning light/ (if equipped) warning indicator
Steering Responsive This light illuminates while the X-mode is This indicator starts blinking when the
Headlight OFF indicator activated. It will turn off when the X-mode steering responsive fog lights system
light (if equipped) is deactivated. Refer to “To activate/ malfunctions. When this indicator is blink-
deactivate the X-mode” F7-43. ing while the system is activated, contact
This light illuminates when the Steering your SUBARU dealer for an inspection.
Responsive Headlight OFF switch is
pressed to deactivate the Steering Re- & Hill descent control ! Steering responsive fog lights OFF
sponsive Headlight. Also, the light flashes indicator light (if indicator
when a malfunction occurs in the Steering equipped) This indicator appears when the steering
Responsive Headlight. Refer to “Steering This indicator illuminates while the hill
responsive fog lights system is deacti-
Responsive Headlight (SRH)” F3-99. descent control function is in standby. It
vated. This indicator disappears when the
system is activated.
will flash while the hill descent control
& Front fog light indicator
light (if equipped)
function is operating. It will turn off when
the hill descent control function is not
& BSD/RCTA warning in-
available. Refer to “Hill descent control dicator (if equipped)
This indicator light illuminates while the
front fog lights are illuminated. function” F7-44. This warning indicator appears when the
BSD/RCTA is malfunctioning.
& Headlight indicator & Steering responsive For models with type A combination
light (if equipped) fog lights warning indi- meter, the BSD/RCTA warning indicator
cator/Steering respon- will be shown on the combination meter.
This indicator light illuminates under the
following conditions.
sive fog lights OFF in- For models with type B combination
dicator (if equipped) meter, the BSD/RCTA warning indicator
. when the light switch is turned to the will be shown on the multi information
“ ” or “ ” position NOTE display of the combination meter.
. when the light control switch is in the For details about the steering respon-
“AUTO” position and the headlights illumi- When this indicator appears, have your
sive fog lights system, refer to “Steer-
vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer
nate automatically ing responsive fog lights system” F3-
as soon as possible.
103.
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& BSD/RCTA OFF indica- Information display (Mexico- & Outside temperature indica-
tor (if equipped) spec. models) tor
The indicator appears when the BSD/
RCTA OFF switch is pressed to deactivate NOTE
the BSD/RCTA. If your vehicle is equipped with a color
For models with type A combination multi function display, refer to “Multi
meter, the BSD/RCTA OFF indicator will function display” F3-44.
be shown on the combination meter. For
models with type B combination meter, the
BSD/RCTA OFF indicator will be shown
on the multi information display of the
combination meter.
For details, refer to “BSD/RCTA” F7-58.
& RAB warning light (if This indicator displays the outside tem-
equipped) perature between −408F (−408C) and
1228F (508C).
This indicator illuminates if the Reverse
Automatic Braking System malfunctions. NOTE
Refer to “Reverse Automatic Braking The outside temperature indicator
System” F7-66. 1) Outside temperature indicator shows the temperature around the
2) Driving information display sensor. Therefore, the temperature in-
& RAB OFF indicator 3) Clock dication may differ from the actual
light (if equipped) With the ignition switch in the “ACC” outside air temperature.
This indicator illuminates when the Re- position, the clock appears on the display.
verse Automatic Braking System is turned
With the ignition switch in the “ON”
OFF, or when the Reverse Automatic
position, the outside temperature indica-
Braking System is suspended temporarily.
tor, driving information display and clock
Refer to “Reverse Automatic Braking
all appear on the display.
System” F7-66.
Instruments and controls/Information display (Mexico–spec. models) 3-35
the average rate of fuel consumption. ! Average fuel consumption Pressing the trip knob toggles the display
When the low fuel warning light illumi- between the average fuel consumption
nates, the driving range display flashes for corresponding to the A trip meter display
5 seconds. (The display first switches to and the average fuel consumption corre-
the driving range value if a different value sponding to the B trip meter display.
was previously displayed.) When either of the trip meter displays is
reset, the corresponding average fuel
consumption value is also reset.
NOTE
. The indicated values vary in accor-
dance with changes in the vehicle’s
running conditions. Also, the indicated
values may differ slightly from the
This display shows the average rate of actual values and should thus be
fuel consumption since the trip meter was treated only as a guide.
last reset. . When either trip meter display is
reset, the average fuel consumption
corresponding to that trip meter dis-
If the driving range is shown as “ ”, play is not shown until the vehicle has
there is only a tiny amount of fuel left in the subsequently covered a distance of 1
tank. You must refuel the vehicle immedi- mile (or 1 km).
ately.
NOTE
The driving range on remaining fuel is
only a guide. The indicated value may
differ from the actual driving range on
remaining fuel, so you must immedi-
ately fill the tank when the low fuel
warning light illuminates. For type A combination meter
1) Trip knob
Instruments and controls/Information display (Mexico–spec. models) 3-37
! Current fuel consumption ! Journey time display is giving a reading other than the
journey time, the display switches to the
journey time, flashes for 5 seconds, and
returns to its original reading each time a
complete hour has elapsed.
NOTE
The journey time is reset when the
ignition switch is turned to the “LOCK”/
“OFF” position. It is also reset if the
ignition switch is turned to the “LOCK”/
“OFF” or “ACC” position prior to
restarting of the engine.
! Average vehicle speed
This indication shows the rate of fuel The journey time shows the time that has
consumption at the present moment. elapsed since the ignition switch was
turned to the “ON” position.
5) Select lever/gear position indicator (refer tion, etc., they will interrupt the current . Once the welcome screen appears,
to “Select lever/gear position indicator
(CVT models)” F3-31.) screen, and appear on the display accom- it takes a certain period of time to
6) Odometer (refer to “Odometer” F3-10.)/ panied by a beep. If such a screen is display it again.
double trip meter (refer to “Double trip displayed, take proper action according to . If the ignition switch is operated
meter” F3-10.) the message shown on the screen. after unlocking the driver’s door, the
welcome screen will not appear even
The warning screen will return to the when the driver’s door is opened and
original screen after a few seconds. While closed.
the “ ” information reminder is shown on . The welcome screen will disappear
the display, it may be possible to display when you lock the driver’s door by
the warning screen again. To recall the using the remote keyless entry system
message marked with “ ” on the display, (all models) or the keyless access
pull the “ /SET” switch on the steering function (if equipped) while the wel-
wheel toward you. come screen is displayed.
. If any of the doors (including the
& Welcome screen and Good- rear gate) is opened while the welcome
bye screen screen is displayed, the door ajar
When the driver’s door is opened and warning will appear.
Control switch closed after unlocking the door, the . The welcome screen can be set to
1) Up (select) welcome screen will appear on the multi on or off. For details, refer to “Welcome
2) Set (enter) information display for approximately 20 Good-bye Screen” F3-43.
3) Down (select) seconds.
When the ignition switch is turned to the
& Basic operation “LOCK”/“OFF” position, the multi informa-
tion display gradually turns off (Good-bye
By operating “ ” or “ ” of the control screen).
switch, the screens and selection items
can be switched. When the “ /SET” NOTE
switch is pulled toward you, the item can . The basic screen will be shown
be selected and set. when the ignition switch is turned to
If there are some useful messages, such the “ON” position while the welcome
as vehicle information, warning informa- screen is displayed.
Instruments and controls/Multi information display (models with type B combination meter) 3-41
& Warning screen Default screen: SI-DRIVE mode screen (if equipped):
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! Default Settings Multi function display (if so may cause you to look away from
Select “Yes” to use the menu screen to equipped) the road and could result in an
restore customized settings to the factory accident.
default settings. Select “No” to return to NOTE
the previous screen without restoring the The multi function display has the follow-
. If your vehicle is equipped with an ing functions.
factory default settings. information display (monochrome), re-
fer to “Information display (Mexico- Description Page
spec. models)” F3-34.
Displays useful messages,
. Illustrations show the display for such as warning information, 3-48
U.S.-spec. models as an example. For etc.
models other than U.S.-spec. models, Displays basic screens (e.g.
elements in the illustrations (such as fuel consumption screen, etc.) 3-48
the display indication and measure-
Sets and adjusts maintenance 3-76
ment unit) may be different than the notification
ones for U.S.-spec. models.
Registers driving history 3-79
. When the vehicle is in motion,
certain functions and selections may Sets and customizes car op- 3-80
not be available. eration
Reverse Automatic Braking 7-66
system display (if equipped)
WARNING
Always pay adequate attention to Also, the multi function display can also be
safe driving when operating the used to set and initialize the multi function
multi function display while the display itself.
vehicle is in motion. When operation
of the multi function display is
disturbing your awareness and abil-
ity to concentrate on driving, stop
the vehicle in a safe place before
performing operations on the
screen. Also, do not concentrate
on the display while driving. Doing
Instruments and controls/Multi function display 3-45
played contents, refer to “Basic screens”
F3-48.)
NOTE
. The welcome screen will disappear
when the ignition switch is turned to
the “ON” position while the welcome
Control switch screen is displayed.
1) Up (select) . If any of the doors (including the
2) ENTER (push) rear gate) is opened while the welcome
3) Down (select) screen is displayed, the door ajar
By operating “ ” or “ ” of the control warning will appear.
switch, the screens and selection items . The welcome screen can be set to
can be switched. When the button is on or off. For details, refer to “Bypass
pushed, the item can be selected and set. screen setting” F3-74.
Multi function display . For a certain period of time after the
1) Outside temperature indicator & Welcome screen welcome screen has once appeared, it
2) Information reminder (models with type A may not appear again even when the
combination meter) When the door is unlocked and the
driver’s door is opened again. This
3) Top display (For the display setting, refer driver’s door is closed, the welcome
does not indicate a malfunction.
to “Top display setting” F3-68.) screen will appear for a short time.
4) Clock
5) Driving information display (For the dis-
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3-50 Instruments and controls/Multi function display
This screen displays the status of the is stored if the ignition switch is turned to ! Triple meter screen
EyeSight system. the “ACC” or “LOCK”/“OFF” position. To
! “Boost pressure” and “Accelerator reset the peak value, perform the following
opening ratio” screen (turbo mod- procedure.
els) Resetting procedure of boost pressure
peak value
1. Push the button while the “Boost
pressure” and “Accelerator opening ratio”
screen is displayed. Then the following
confirmation screen will appear.
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Item Details
! Guidance screen ! Clock/calendar screen
Average vehicle speed (Average
vehicle speed for the entire driving
time from when the trip meter was
reset)
Lifetime fuel consumption
Clock (Type B)
Instruments and controls/Multi function display 3-55
Calendar
1) Today’s date
2) Birthday/Anniversary
In addition to the clock/calendar, the out-
side temperature and average fuel con-
sumption can also be displayed.
You can select clock (Type A), clock (Type
B) or calendar. The clock/calendar can
also be set so that it is not displayed. For
details, refer to “Clock/calendar screen
setting” F3-73.
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Eco History Set and customize the time of logging fuel 30 min, 60 min or 120 min 3-70
consumption history.
Triple Meter Set and customize the triple meter. 3-72
Clock Select the clock format. Type A, Type B, Calendar or Off 3-73
Bypass Screen Set the bypass screen for each item. On or Off 3-74
Interior Light Set and customize the interior light off delay 10, 20, 30 seconds or Off 3-84
timer.
Auto Light Sensor (if equipped) Set and customize the sensitivity of the auto Low, Mid, High or Max 3-85
light sensor.
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! Birthday setting
1. Perform the preparation steps accord-
ing to “Preparation for date setting” F3-
59.
4. The selected item will be shown. Push 6. After entering the date by repeating
the button to set the selected item. step 5, you can enter the name.
be deactivated.
! Anniversary setting
1. Perform the preparation steps accord-
ing to “Preparation for date setting” F3-
59.
9. The system will notify you that the From 1 to 7 days prior to the birthday
setting is complete.
3. Select an entry in the list to set by 5. Select numbers by operating the “ ” 7. Select characters by operating the
operating the “ ” or “ ” switch. Then or “ ” switch. Then push the button. “ ” or “ ” switch. Then push the
push the button. button.
– You can select characters of the
English alphabet (upper case charac-
ters and lower case characters are
available), eleven symbols or blank
spaces.
– The word being edited will be
displayed with an underline.
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4. Select “On” or “Off” by operating the 6. The system will notify you that the
“ ” or “ ” switch. Then push the setting is complete.
button.
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2. Operate the “ ” or “ ” switch to 4. The screen is turned off. 2. Operate the “ ” or “ ” switch to
select the “Screen Off” item. Then push select the “Beep” item. Then push the
the button. Restoring the screen button.
When the “ ”, “ ” or button is
pushed after the ignition switch is turned
to the “ON” position, the screen will be
restored. The screen will be restored with
the basic screen that was displayed when
the screen was turned off. While the
screen is off, a warning message will be
displayed if necessary, but other screens
will not be displayed.
! Beep volume setting
1. Perform the preparation steps accord-
ing to “Preparation for image quality and
3. Push the button once more. volume settings” F3-66. 3. Push the button.
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4. Select an item by operating the “ ” or 6. The system will notify you that the 3. After the selection screen is displayed,
“ ” switch. Then push the button. setting is complete. operate the “ ” or “ ” switch to show the
“Screen Setting” item. Then, push the
& Screen settings button.
The items in screen settings can be set.
! Top display setting
To change the items, operate the “ ” or
“ ” switch, and then push the button. 1. Perform the preparation steps accord-
ing to “Preparation for screen settings”
! Preparation for screen settings F3-68.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON”
position.
2. Push and hold the button to show
the selection screen.
2. Operate the “ ” or “ ” switch to 4. Select an item by operating the “ ” or 6. The system will notify you that the
select the “Top Display” item. Then push “ ” switch. Then push the button. setting is complete.
the button.
! Fuel consumption screen setting
1. Perform the preparation steps accord-
ing to “Preparation for screen settings”
F3-68.
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2. Operate the “ ” or “ ” switch to 4. Select the displayed configuration by 6. The system will notify you that the
select the “Cons” item. Then push the operating the “ ” or “ ” switch. Then setting is complete.
button. push the button.
! Economy history setting
1. Perform the preparation steps accord-
ing to “Preparation for screen settings”
F3-68.
2. Operate the “ ” or “ ” switch to 4. Select the time of the logged fuel 6. Select “Set” by operating the “ ”
select the “Eco History” item. Then push consumption history by operating the switch and confirm the setting by pushing
the button. “ ” or “ ” switch, and then push the the button.
button.
3. Push the button once more. 7. The system will notify you that the
5. Select “Go Back” by operating the “ ” setting is complete.
switch.
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3. Select the setting location (left, center 4. Select the preferred item by operating
or right) by operating the “ ” or “ ” the “ ” or “ ” switch. Then push the
switch. Then push the button. button.
If you also want to change the setting for
2. Operate the “ ” or “ ” switch to NOTE another location, repeat steps 3 and 4.
select the “Triple Meter” item. Then push The same item cannot be selected for
the button. the left, center or right location.
6. The system will notify you that the 2. Operate the “ ” or “ ” switch to 4. Select “On” or “Off” by operating the
setting is complete. select the “Bypass Screen” item. Then “ ” or “ ” switch. Then push the
push the button. button.
! Bypass screen setting If you want to change setting for another
1. Perform the preparation steps accord- item, repeat steps 3 and 4.
ing to “Preparation for screen settings”
F3-68.
! Language setting
1. Perform the preparation steps accord-
ing to “Preparation for screen settings”
F3-68.
6. The system will notify you that the 3. After the selection screen is displayed, 2. Operate the “ ” or “ ” switch to
setting is complete. operate the “ ” or “ ” switch to show the select the “Engine Oil” item. Then push
“Maintenance” item. Then, push the the button.
& Maintenance settings button.
The items in the maintenance settings can
! Engine oil setting
be set. To change the items, operate the
“ ” or “ ” switch. 1. Perform the preparation steps accord-
ing to “Preparation for maintenance set-
! Preparation for maintenance set- tings” F3-76.
tings
1. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON”
position.
2. Push and hold the button to show
the selection screen.
2. Operate the “ ” or “ ” switch to 4. Select “On” or “Off” by operating the 6. The system will notify you that the
select the “On/Off” item. Then push the “ ” or “ ” switch. Then push the setting is complete.
button. button.
! Clear setting
1. Perform the preparation steps accord-
ing to “Preparation for maintenance set-
tings” F3-76.
3. The system will prompt a Yes/No 5. The system will notify you that the
dialogue (“No” is selected first). To clear setting is complete.
all maintenance settings, select “Yes” by
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4. Push the button once more to 6. Select one of the registration lines by
enter the setting mode. operating the “ ” or “ ” switch. Then 8. The system will notify you that the
push the button. registration is complete.
NOTE
The driving history can be registered
for the trip meter A or B.
2. Operate the “ ” or “ ” switch to 4. The system will notify you that the
select the “Keyless Buzzer Volume” item. setting is complete.
Then push the button.
If the setting is not available, the following
notification will be displayed. In this case,
perform the setting procedure again.
3. After the selection screen is displayed,
operate the “ ” or “ ” switch to show the
“Car Setting” item. Then, push the
button.
! Hazard warning flasher setting 3. The current setting will be displayed. 5. Select “Set” by operating the “ ”
1. Perform the preparation steps accord- Push the button to enter the selection switch, and confirm the setting by pushing
ing to “Preparation for car settings” F3-81. mode. the button.
2. Operate the “ ” or “ ” switch to 4. Select “On” or “Off” by operating the 6. The system will notify you that the
select the “Hazard Warning Flasher” item. “ ” or “ ” switch. Then push the setting is complete.
Then push the button. button. If the setting is not available, the following
notification will be displayed. In this case,
perform the setting procedure again.
Instruments and controls/Multi function display 3-83
button. button.
! Defogger setting
3. The current setting will be displayed. 5. Select “Set” by operating the “ ”
1. Perform the preparation steps accord-
Push the button to enter the selection switch, and confirm the setting by pushing
ing to “Preparation for car settings” F3-81.
mode. the button.
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2. Operate the “ ” or “ ” switch to 4. Select the preferred setting by operat- 6. The system will notify you that the
select the “Driver’s Door Unlock” item. ing the “ ” or “ ” switch. Then push the setting is complete.
Then push the button. button. If the setting is not available, the following
notification will be displayed. In this case,
perform the setting procedure again.
4. Select the preferred setting by operat- 6. The system will notify you that the
ing the “ ” or “ ” switch. Then push the setting is complete.
button. If the setting is not available, the following
Instruments and controls/Multi function display 3-89
3. Select the “Leaving time set” by 5. Select the preferred setting by operat-
operating the “ ” or “ ” switch, and then ing the “ ” or “ ” switch, and then push
push the button. the button.
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3. The system will prompt a Yes/No 5. The system will notify you that the
dialogue (“No” is selected first). To return setting is complete.
to the factory default settings, select “Yes”
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3. The system will prompt a Yes/No 5. Reconfirmation will be displayed. If 7. The system will notify you that the
dialogue (“No” is selected first). To reset you are sure you want to proceed, select setting is complete.
the lifetime fuel consumption, select “Yes” “Yes” by operating the “ ” switch.
by operating the “ ” switch.
Light control switch turned off when the key is removed from & Headlights
the ignition switch.
CAUTION NOTE
The light control switch can be oper-
. Use of any lights for a long period ated (except auto on/off headlights),
of time while the engine is not even under the following conditions.
running can cause the battery to . when the key is not inserted into the
discharge. ignition switch (models without “key-
. Before leaving the vehicle, make less access with push-button start
sure that the lights are turned off. system”)
If the vehicle is left unattended . when the push-button ignition
for a long time with the lights switch is turned off (models with “key-
illuminated, the battery may be less access with push-button start
discharged. system”)
To turn on the headlights, turn the knob on
If the driver’s door is opened while the the end of the turn signal lever.
Models with “keyless access with
push-button start system”: headlights are illuminated under such “ ” position
conditions, the chirp sound will inform
The light control switch operates when the Instrument panel illumination, headlights,
the driver that the lights are illumi-
push-button ignition switch is in the “ACC” parking lights, front side marker lights, rear
nated.
or “ON” position. side marker lights, tail lights and license
Regardless of the position of the light plate lights are on.
control switch, the illuminated lights are
“ ” position
turned off when the push-button ignition
switch is turned off. Instrument panel illumination, parking
lights, front side marker lights, rear side
Models without “keyless access with marker lights, tail lights and license plate
push-button start system”: lights are on.
The light control switch operates when the
key is inserted in the ignition switch.
Regardless of the position of the light
control switch, the illuminated lights are
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3-94 Instruments and controls/Light control switch
“ ” position: auto on/off headlights (if “AUTO” position switch (models without “keyless access
equipped) . It is dark enough to turn on the auto on/ with push-button start system”)
When the ignition switch is in the “ON” off headlights
position, the instrument panel illumination, The low beam headlights will turn off
headlights, parking lights, front side mar- When approaching: under any of the following conditions.
ker lights, rear side marker lights, tail lights While the welcome lighting function is . 3 minutes have passed since the low
and license plate lights are automatically activated, the low beam headlights will beam headlights were illuminated by the
on or off depending on the level of the automatically illuminate when unlocking welcome lighting function.
ambient light. the doors (including the rear gate) by . 30 seconds have passed since the
using the remote keyless entry system. door is opened and closed.*1
“ ” position . The light control switch is turned to a
The headlights are all off. The low beam headlights will remain
illuminated for 30 seconds*1 and then turn position other than “AUTO”.
NOTE off. However, if any of the following . The locking procedure is performed
operations is performed, the low beam twice. When performing the unlocking
The sensitivity of the auto on/off head-
headlights will turn off. procedure after performing the locking
lights can be changed by a SUBARU
. The doors are locked. procedure, perform the locking procedure
dealer. Consult your SUBARU dealer
twice again.
for details. Also, for models with a multi . The light control switch is turned to a
function display, the setting can be position other than “AUTO”. *1: The setting for the period of time in which
changed using the display. For details, . The ignition switch is turned to the “ON” the low beam headlights remain on by the
refer to “Auto light sensor sensitivity position. welcome lighting function can be changed by a
setting” F3-85. SUBARU dealer. Contact your SUBARU dealer
When exiting:
! Welcome lighting function (if While the welcome lighting function is
for details.
equipped) activated, the low beam headlights will
The welcome lighting function turns on the remain illuminated even when either of the
low beam headlights for smooth ap- following operations is performed.
proaching to or exiting from the vehicle . The push-button ignition switch is
at night or in a dark place. turned to the “OFF” status (models with
The function is activated while all of the “keyless access with push-button start
following conditions are met. system”)
. The light control switch is in the . The key is pulled out from the ignition
Instruments and controls/Light control switch 3-95
! Sensor for the auto on/off head- & High/low beam change system.
lights (if equipped) (dimmer) The high beam assist function automati-
cally changes the headlight from high
beam to low beam (or vice versa).
When all of the following conditions are
met, the headlight will change to high
beam.
. When the vehicle speed increases to
or above 20 mph (32 km/h).
. There is no preceding or oncoming
vehicle.
. The forward area of the vehicle is dark.
. The road does not have a sharp curve.
The sensor is on the instrument panel as To change from low beam to high beam, When any of the following conditions is
shown in the illustration. push the turn signal lever forward. When met, the headlight will change to low
the headlights are on high beam, the high beam.
CAUTION beam indicator light “ ” on the combina- . When the vehicle speed decreases to
tion meter is also on. or below 10 mph (16 km/h).
If any object is placed on or near the . When the forward area of the vehicle is
sensor, the sensor may not detect To switch back to low beam, pull the lever
back to the center position. bright.
the level of the ambient light cor-
. When there is a preceding or oncoming
rectly and the auto on/off headlights ! High beam assist function (if vehicle.
may not operate properly. equipped)
. When the EyeSight system is malfunc-
NOTE tioning or is temporarily stopped.
. The high beam assist function uti-
lizes the stereo camera installed at the NOTE
position of the front map lights. The factory setting (default setting) for
. For details on how to handle the this function is set as “operational”.
stereo camera, refer to the Owner’s This setting can be changed to OFF
Manual supplement for the EyeSight (non-operation) at SUBARU dealers.
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3-96 Instruments and controls/Light control switch
NOTE beam mode may continue although there – When the rear part of the vehicle
. After manually changing the head- are no oncoming vehicles and vehicles ahead, such as a container, reflects
light mode to the high beam, if you turn ahead. In the such cases, change the light strongly
on the high beam assist function, headlight mode manually. – When the headlights of your vehicle
return the light control switch to the – In bad weather (fog, snow, sand are damaged or dirty
“AUTO” position. storm, heavy rain, etc.) – When your vehicle is tilted, such as
. When manually changing the head- – When the windshield glass is dirty in case the vehicle has a flat tire or is
light mode to the high beam, if you turn or fogged being towed
the light control switch to the “ ” – When the windshield is cracked or – Immediately after the engine has
position, the instrument panel illumina- damaged started
tion, parking lights, front side marker – When the stereo camera is de- . In the following conditions, the head-
lights, rear side marker lights, tail lights formed or the stereo camera lenses light mode will not be automatically chan-
and license plate lights will be on. are dirty ged from the high beam to the low beam.
– If there are lights similar to the – When your vehicle passes an on-
! Tips for the high beam assist
headlights or the tail lights in the coming vehicle suddenly in a blind
system
surrounding area curve
. The high beam assist function recog- – When an oncoming vehicle or ve- – When another vehicle passes in
nizes the condition surrounding the vehi- hicle ahead is driven without its head- front of your vehicle
cle based on the brightness of illumination lights and tail lights on – When an oncoming vehicle or ve-
ahead of your vehicle, etc. Therefore, the – If the headlights of an oncoming hicle ahead comes in and out of view
headlight mode may switch in some vehicle or the tail lights of a vehicle because of continuous curves, median
situations that do not match to the driver’s ahead are dirty or discolored, or if the strips, roadside trees, etc.
sense. light beams are not aimed correctly . If the stereo camera detects the light of
. A bicycle or cargo cycle may not be – When a rapid change of brightness the front fog lights of an oncoming vehicle,
detected. continues while driving the headlight mode may change from the
. Under the following situations, the – When driving on a road with many high beam to the low beam automatically.
brightness of ambient illumination may ups and downs or uneven surfaces . The headlight mode may change from
not be detected correctly and the high – When driving on a road with many the high beam to the low beam, or the low
beam assist function may not work prop- curves beam mode may continue, when affected
erly. As a result, the glare of the high beam
– When there are some objects that by a street light, traffic signal, illumination
may disturb the driving of an oncoming of an advertisement board, or a reflective
reflect light strongly, such as a road
vehicle or vehicle ahead. Also, the low object such as a road sign and signboard.
sign or a mirror in vehicle ahead
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3-98 Instruments and controls/Light control switch
. The timing of the change of headlight & Headlight flasher & Daytime running light system
mode may differ due to the following
factors. WARNING
– Color or brightness of the head-
lights of an oncoming vehicle or the tail The brightness of the illumination of
lights of a vehicle ahead the high beam headlights is reduced
– The headlights of the oncoming by the daytime running light system.
vehicle or the tail lights of the vehicle The light switch must always be
ahead are covered with mud, snow, turned to the “ ” position when it
etc. is dark outside.
– Movement and direction of an on-
coming vehicle or a vehicle ahead The high beam headlights will automati-
– When the headlights of an oncom- cally illuminate at reduced brightness
ing vehicle or the tail lights of a vehicle when the following conditions are fulfilled.
ahead illuminate on only one side . The engine is running.
– When the oncoming vehicle or CAUTION . The parking brake is fully released.
vehicle ahead is a motorcycle . The light control switch is in the
– Conditions of a road (slope, curve, Do not hold the lever in the flashing “AUTO” (if equipped), “ ” or off position.
road surface, etc.) position for more than just a few . For CVT models, the select lever is in a
– Number of passengers and weight seconds. position other than the “P” position.
of loaded cargo
To flash the headlights, pull the lever NOTE
– Limitation of the detection ability of
toward you and then release it. The high . When the hazard warning flasher is
the stereo camera
beam will stay on for as long as you hold on, the daytime running lights will not
the lever. The headlight flasher works operate.
even though the lighting switch is in the . When the turn signal is activated,
“ ” (off) position. the daytime running light will not
When the headlights are on high beam, operate for the side on which the turn
the high beam indicator light “ ” on the signal is flashing.
combination meter also illuminates. . When the light switch is in the “ ”
position, the instrument panel illumina-
tion, front side marker lights, tail lights
Instruments and controls/Steering Responsive Headlight (SRH) 3-99
and license plate lights are also illumi- Steering Responsive Head- & SRH OFF switch
nated.
. For models with the auto on/off
light (SRH) (if equipped)
headlights, while the light control
switch is in the “AUTO” position and
the system is activated to the auto-on
mode depending on the ambient light
level, the high beam headlights that
have illuminated at reduced brightness
turn off, and the low beam headlights
turn on alternatively. At this time, the
instrument panel illumination, front
side marker lights, tail lights and
license plate lights are also illuminated.
! Models with LED headlights You can turn the SRH function on or off by
For models with LED headlights, the pressing the SRH OFF switch.
1) The target area of illumination when SRH
parking lights are illuminated by the day- is activated
time running light system. 2) The target area of illumination when SRH
is not activated
SRH is a function that automatically
moves the headlight beam to the left or
right in accordance with the steering angle
and vehicle speed. This function helps to
improve the visibility at night by illuminat-
ing the road ahead at corners and inter-
sections.
NOTE
SRH only activates when the vehicle is Type A combination meter
traveling forward at the speed of ap-
proximately 5 mph (8 km/h) and over.
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3-100 Instruments and controls/Turn signal lever
& One-touch lane changer Illumination brightness con- To darken, turn the control dial downward.
To flash the turn signal and turn signal trol For models with the multi function display,
indicator light three times, push the turn the display automatically adjusts its bright-
signal lever up or down slightly and ness together with the brightness level of
immediately release it. the instrument panel. To adjust the dis-
The operational/non-operational setting of play’s contrast, refer to “Contrast setting”
the one-touch lane changer can be F3-66.
changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact NOTE
your nearest SUBARU dealer for details.
. When the control dial is turned fully
upward, the illumination brightness
becomes the maximum and the auto-
matic dimming function does not work
at all.
. The brightness setting is not can-
celed even when the ignition switch is
The illumination brightness of the instru- turned to the “LOCK”/“OFF” position.
ment panel dims under the following
conditions.
. when the light switch is in the “ ” or
“ ” position
. when the light control switch is in the
“AUTO” position and the headlights illumi-
nate automatically (models with auto on/
off headlights: Refer to “Headlights” F3-
93.)
You can also adjust the illumination bright-
ness for better visibility in the following
ways.
To brighten, turn the control dial upward.
3-102 Instruments and controls/Headlight beam leveler
& Steering responsive fog . The light control switch is in either of ! Steering responsive fog lights OFF
lights system (if equipped) the following positions. indicator
– in the “ ” position
The steering responsive fog lights system
automatically turns the front fog light on – in the “AUTO” position and the low
and off based on the steering angle and beam headlights turn on automatically
vehicle speed when entering a curve or . The fog light switch is in the “ ”
driving on curved roads. The system is position
intended to help prevent accidents by . The low beam mode is selected
enabling better visibility of curves ahead
and early recognition of any disabled ! Steering responsive fog lights OFF
vehicles or other obstacles. switch
The front fog light on the inside of a curve
will turn on if all of the following conditions
are met.
. The light control switch is in the “ ” Steering responsive fog lights OFF indica-
position, or the light control switch is in the tor
“AUTO” position and the low beam head- This indicator on the combination meter
lights are turned on automatically illuminates when the steering responsive
. The fog light switch is in the “ ” fog lights system is deactivated. This
position indicator turns off when the system is
. The low beam mode is selected activated.
. The select lever is in the “D” position or
the manual mode is selected
. The steering responsive fog lights Steering responsive fog lights OFF switch
system has not been deactivated Press this switch to deactivate the steer-
. The operating conditions such as the ing responsive fog lights system. Press
steering angle and vehicle speed are met the switch again to activate the system.
The front fog lights on both sides will turn
on as usual if all of the following conditions
are met.
3-104 Instruments and controls/Wiper and washer
Wiper and washer . In freezing weather, be sure that Washer Fluid or the equivalent.
the wiper blades are not frozen to Refer to “Windshield washer
the windshield or rear window fluid” F11-30.
WARNING before switching on the wipers. Also, when driving the vehicle
Attempting to operate the wiper when there are freezing tempera-
In freezing weather, do not use the with the blades frozen to the tures, use non-freezing type wi-
windshield washer until the wind- window glass could cause not per blades.
shield is sufficiently warmed by the only the wiper blades to be
damaged but also might cause . Do not clean the wiper blades
defroster.
the wiper motor to fail. If the with gasoline or a solvent, such
Otherwise the washer fluid can as paint thinner or benzine. This
freeze on the windshield, blocking wiper blades are frozen to the
window glass, be sure to operate will cause deterioration of the
your view. wiper blades.
the defroster, windshield wiper
deicer (if equipped) or rear win-
CAUTION dow defogger before turning on NOTE
the wiper.
. The windshield wiper motor is pro-
. Do not operate the washer con- . If the wipers stop during opera- tected against overloads by a circuit
tinuously for more than 10 sec- tion because of ice or some other breaker. If the motor operates continu-
onds, or when the washer fluid obstruction on the window, this ously under an unusually heavy load,
tank is empty. This may cause might cause the wiper motor to the circuit breaker may trip to stop the
overheating of the washer motor. fail even if the wiper switch is motor temporarily. If this happens, park
Check the washer fluid level turned of f. If this occurs, your vehicle in a safe place, turn off the
frequently, such as at fuel stops. promptly stop the vehicle in a wiper switch, and wait for approxi-
. Do not operate the wipers when safe place, turn the ignition mately 10 minutes. The circuit breaker
the windshield or rear window is switch to the “LOCK”/“OFF” po- will reset itself, and the wipers will
dry. This may scratch the glass, sition and clean the window again operate normally.
damage the wiper blades and glass to allow proper wiper op- . Clean your wiper blades and win-
might cause the wiper motor to eration. dow glass periodically with a washer
fail. Before operating the wiper . Use clean water if windshield solution to prevent streaking, and to
on a dry windshield or rear washer fluid is unavailable. In remove accumulations of road salt or
window, always use the wind- areas where water freezes in road film. Operate the windshield
shield washer. winter, use SUBARU Windshield washer for at least 1 second so that
Instruments and controls/Wiper and washer 3-105
washer solution will be sprinkled all & Windshield wiper and washer For a single wipe of the wipers, push the
over the windshield or rear window. switches lever up. The wipers operate until you
. Grease, wax, insects or other mate- release the lever.
rial on the windshield or the wiper The wiper operates only when the ignition
switch is in the “ON” position. ! Wiper intermittent time control
blade results in jerky wiper operation
and streaking on the glass. If you ! Windshield wipers
cannot remove those streaks after
operating the washer or if the wiper
operation is jerky, clean the outer sur-
face of the windshield or rear window
and the wiper blades using a sponge or
soft cloth with a neutral detergent or
mild-abrasive cleaner. After cleaning,
rinse the window glass and wiper
blades with clean water. The glass is
clean if no beads form on the glass
when you rinse with water.
. If you cannot eliminate the streaking
even after following this procedure, When the wiper switch is in the “ ”
replace the wiper blades with new position, turn the dial to adjust the operat-
ones. For replacement instructions, : Mist (for a single wipe)
ing interval of the wiper. The operating
refer to “Replacement of wiper blades” interval can be adjusted in several steps
: Off from the shortest interval to the longest.
F11-32.
: Intermittent
: Low speed
: High speed
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3-106 Instruments and controls/Wiper and washer
To wash the windshield, pull the wiper Windshield washer fluid warning light
control lever toward you. The washer fluid (type A)
sprays until you release the lever. The
wipers operate while you pull the lever.
: Washer
eration)
(accompanied by wiper op-
: Continuous
: Intermittent
Windshield washer fluid warning light : Off
(type B)
Washer (accompanied by wiper op-
: eration)
Instruments and controls/Mirrors 3-107
CAUTION
Do not attach anything that disturbs The inside mirror has a day and night
the rear wiper operation on the rear position. Pull the tab at the bottom of the
gate. Doing so may damage the rear mirror toward you for the night position.
wiper when it operates. Push it away for the day position. The
night position reduces glare from head-
lights.
NOTE
Even if the rear wiper switch is in the
“ ” position, while the shift lever/
select lever is in the “R” position with
the windshield wiper operating con-
tinuously, the rear wiper will operate
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3-108 Instruments and controls/Mirrors
& Auto-dimming mirror/com- ! To Operate the Auto-Dimming Fea- 3. To adjust for compass zone variance:
pass (if equipped) ture (1) Find your current location and
Press the “ ” switch to turn the auto- zone number on the map.
dimming feature on/off. The auto-dimming (2) Press and hold the “ ” switch for
feature is enabled when the switch’s more than 6 seconds or until a zone
green LED indicator is on. The auto- number appears in the display.
dimming feature will default to on with (3) Once the zone number appears in
each ignition cycle. the display, toggle the “ ” switch
again until your current location zone
! To Operate the Compass Feature
number appears. After you stop press-
1. To turn the compass feature on/off, ing the switch, your new zone number
press and hold the “ ” switch for more will be saved. Within a few seconds,
than 3 seconds or until the display turns the display will show a compass
on/off. The compass feature will default to direction.
on with each ignition cycle. 4. If the vehicle’s magnetics have chan-
1) Display 2. If the display reads “C”, slowly drive ged or if the compass appears inaccurate,
2) Switch the vehicle in circles until compass is recalibrate the compass. Press and hold
calibrated. the “ ” switch for more than 9 seconds or
Congratulations! Your new automobile is until a “C” appears in the display. Once a
equipped with an automatic dimming “C” appears in the display, slowly drive the
mirror manufactured by Gentex Corpora- vehicle in circles until compass is cali-
tion. During nighttime driving, the auto- brated.
dimming feature senses distracting glare
from vehicle headlights behind you and
automatically dims to eliminate the glare
and preserve your vision.
until a “C” appears in the display. Once a outside of the garage. programmed HomeLink buttons
“C” appears in the display, slowly drive the . Do not use HomeLink with any be erased for security purposes.
vehicle in circles until compass is cali- garage door opener that lacks Refer to “Erasing HomeLink But-
brated. safety stop and reverse features tons” F3-113.
as required by U.S. federal safety
! HomeLink® Wireless Control Sys- standards (this includes any gar- ! Programming a New HomeLink
tem age door opener model manufac- Button
The HomeLink® Wireless Control System tured before April 1, 1982). A
provides a convenient way to replace up garage door that cannot detect
to three hand-held radio-frequency re- an object signaling the door to
motes used to activate devices such as stop and reverse does not meet
gate operators, garage door openers, current U.S. federal safety stan-
entry door locks, security systems, even dards.
home lighting. The below steps are . It is also recommended that a
generic programming instructions; for new battery be placed in the
Genie and Sommer garage door openers hand-held remote (garage door
please go directly to the HomeLink web- opener remote) of the device for
site. Additional information and program- quicker and more accurate train-
ming videos can be found at ing.
www.HomeLink.com and
www.youtube.com/HomeLinkGentex. . Some vehicles may require the
ignition switch to be turned to the 1) Indicator Light
“ON” or “ACC” position for pro- 2) HomeLink Buttons
CAUTION
gramming and/or operation of 1. Press and release the HomeLink
. Before programming HomeLink HomeLink. button that you would like to program.
to a garage door opener or gate . Keep the hand-held remote (gar- The HomeLink indicator light will flash
operator, make sure that people age door opener remote) of the orange slowly (if not, refer to “Erasing
and objects are out of the way of device you are programming for HomeLink Buttons” F3-113).
the device to prevent potential use in other vehicles as well as
harm or damage. for future HomeLink program-
. When programming a garage ming. It is also suggested that
door opener, it is advised to park upon the sale of the vehicle, the
Instruments and controls/Mirrors 3-111
1) Garage door opener remote 3. While the HomeLink indicator light is 1) Indicator Light
2. Position the hand-held remote (garage flashing orange, press and hold the hand- 4. Press the HomeLink button that you
door opener remote) 1 to 3 inches (2 to 8 held remote button. Continue pressing the would like to program and observe the
cm) away from the HomeLink button that hand-held remote button until the indicator light.
you would like to program. HomeLink indicator light changes from . If the indicator light remains con-
orange to green. You may now release stant green, your device should oper-
NOTE the hand-held remote button. ate when the HomeLink button is
Some hand-held remotes (garage door NOTE pressed. At this point, if your device
opener remotes) may actually train operates, programming is complete.
better at a distance of 6 to 12 inches Some devices may require you to
replace this “Programming a New . If the indicator light rapidly flashes
(15 to 20 cm). Keep this in mind if you green, firmly press, hold for two
have difficulty with the programming HomeLink Button” step 3 with proce-
dures noted in the “Gate Operator / seconds and release the HomeLink
process. button up to three times to complete
Canadian Programming” section. Refer
to “Gate Operator / Canadian Program- the programming process. At this point
ming” F3-113. if your device operates, programming
is complete. If the device does not
operate, continue with the next step of
the programming instructions.
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3-112 Instruments and controls/Mirrors
1) “Learn” button 7. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, 1) Status Indicators
5. At the garage door opener motor, hold for two seconds and release the 8. If status indicator arrows appear next
(security gate motor, etc...) locate the HomeLink button up to three times. At this to the indicator light, please refer to
“Learn”, “Smart”, or “Program” button. This point programming is complete and your “Garage Door Two-Way Communication”
can usually be found where the hanging devi ce should operate w hen the F3-113.
antenna wire is attached to the motor- HomeLink button is pressed and released.
head unit (see the device’s manual to In the event that there are still program-
identify this button). The name and color ming difficulties or questions, additional
of the button may vary by manufacturer. HomeLink information and programming
videos can be found at
NOTE www.HomeLink.com and
A ladder and/or second person may www.youtube.com/HomeLinkGentex. For
simplify the following steps. Genie and Sommer garage door openers
please go directly to the HomeLink web-
6. Firmly press and release the “Learn”, site.
“Smart”, or “Program” button. You now
have 30 seconds in which to complete
step 7.
Instruments and controls/Mirrors 3-113
! Gate Operator / Canadian Pro- the device during the “cycling” pro- ! Reprogramming a Single
gramming cess to prevent possible overheating. HomeLink Button
Canadian radio-frequency laws require To program a previously trained button,
Proceed with “Programming a New
transmitter remote signals to “time-out” follow these steps:
HomeLink Button” step 4 to complete.
(or quit) after several seconds of transmis- 1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink
sion, which may not be long enough for ! Using HomeLink button. DO NOT release the button.
HomeLink to pick up the signal during To operate, simply press and release the 2. The indicator light will begin to slowly
programming. Similar to this Canadian programmed HomeLink button. Activation flash orange after 20 seconds. The
law, some U.S. gate operators are de- will now occur for the trained device (i.e. HomeLink button can be released at this
signed to “time-out” in the same manner. garage door opener, gate operator, secur- point. Proceed with “Programming a New
The indicator LED on the hand-held ity system, entry door lock, home/office HomeLink Button” - step 3.
remote will go off when the device times lighting, etc.). For convenience, the hand- 3. If you do not complete the program-
out, indicating that it has finished transmit- held remote of the device may also be ming of a new device to the button, it will
ting. used at any time. revert to the previously stored program-
If you live in Canada or you are having ming.
! Erasing HomeLink Buttons
difficulties programming a gate operator or
garage door opener by using the program- To erase programming from the three ! Garage Door Two-Way Commu-
ming procedures, replace “Programming a buttons (individual buttons cannot be nication
New HomeLink Button” step 3 with the erased but can be “reprogrammed” as
outlined below), follow the step noted: HomeLink has the capability of commu-
following: nicating with your garage door opener.
While the HomeLink indicator light is Press and hold the two outer HomeLink HomeLink can receive and display “clos-
flashing orange, press and release (“cy- buttons for at least 10 seconds. The LED ing” or “opening” status messages from
cle”) your device’s hand-held remote indicator will change from continuously lit compatible garage door opener systems.
every two seconds until the HomeLink to rapidly flashing. Release both buttons. At any time, HomeLink can also recall and
indicator light changes from orange to Do not hold for longer than 20 seconds. display the last recorded status commu-
green. You may now release the hand- HomeLink is now ready to be programmed nicated by the garage door opener to
held remote button. at any time beginning with “Programming indicate your garage door being “closed”
a New HomeLink Button” - step 1. or “opened”.
NOTE HomeLink has the capability of receiving
If programming a garage door opener this communication from the garage door
or gate operator, it is advised to unplug opener at a range up to 820 feet (250 m).
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3-114 Instruments and controls/Mirrors
by calling the toll-free HomeLink-hotline at . The term “IC:” before the certifica- & Outside mirrors
1-800-355-3515. tion/registration number only signifies
that Industry Canada technical specifi- ! Convex mirror (passenger side)
NOTE cations were met.
. This device complies with FCC rules WARNING
part 15 and Industry Canada RSS-210.
Operation is subject to the following Objects look smaller in a convex
two conditions: (1) This device may not mirror and farther away than when
HomeLink® and the HomeLink House® viewed in a flat mirror. Do not use
cause harmful interference, and (2)
logo are registered trademarks of Gentex the convex mirror to judge the
This device must accept any interfer-
Corporation. distance of vehicles behind you
ence that may be received including
interference that may cause undesired when changing lanes. Use the inside
operation. WARNING: The transmitter mirror (or glance backwards) to
has been tested and complies with FCC determine the actual size and dis-
and IC rules. Changes or modifications tance of objects that you view in
not expressly approved by the party convex mirror.
responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the
device.
. This equipment complies with FCC
radiation exposure limits set forth for
an uncontrolled environment. End
Users must follow the specific operat-
ing instructions for satisfying RF ex-
posure compliance. This transmitter
must be at least 20 cm from the user
and must not be co-located or operat-
ing in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
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3-116 Instruments and controls/Defogger and deicer
! Remote control mirror switch Defogger and deicer vated only when the ignition switch is in
the “ON” position.
located on the climate control panel. The If the battery voltage drops below the automatically stops operating, though
rear window defogger, outside mirror permissible level, continuous operation of the rear window defogger and outside
defogger and windshield wiper deicer are the defogger and deicer system is can- mirror defogger maintain continuous
activated simultaneously. The indicator celed and the system stops operating. operation in this condition.
light on the control switch illuminates while . While the defogger and deicer sys-
the defogger and deicer system is acti- CAUTION tem is in the continuous operation
vated. mode, if the battery voltage drops
. To prevent the battery from being below the permissible level, continu-
To turn them off, press the control switch discharged, do not operate the ous operation of the defogger and
again. They also turn off when the ignition defogger and deicer system con- deicer system is canceled and the
switch is turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK”/ tinuously for any longer than system stops operating.
“OFF” position. necessary.
The defogger and deicer system will . Do not use sharp instruments or
automatically shut off after approximately window cleaner containing abra-
15 minutes. If the rear window and the sives to clean the inner surface
outside mirrors have been cleared and the of the rear window. They may
windshield wiper blades have been deiced damage the conductors printed
completely before that time, press the on the window.
control switch to turn them off. If defrost-
ing, defogging or deicing is not complete,
you have to press the control switch to
NOTE
turn them on again. . Turn on the defogger and deicer
system if the wipers are frozen to the
For models with the automatic climate windshield.
control system (type B, C and D), it is . If the windshield is covered with
possible for the defogger and deicer snow, remove the snow so that the
system to be set to continuous operation windshield wiper deicer works effec-
mode by a SUBARU dealer. Consult your tively.
SUBARU dealer for details. Also, for . While the defogger and deicer sys-
models with a multi function display, the tem is in the continuous operation
setting can be changed using the display. mode, if the vehicle speed remains at
For details, refer to “Multi function display” 9 mph (15 km/h) or lower for 15
F3-44. minutes, the windshield wiper deicer
3-118 Instruments and controls/Tilt/telescopic steering wheel
WARNING
. Do not adjust the steering wheel
tilt/telescopic position while driv-
ing. This may cause loss of
vehicle control and result in
personal injury.
. If the lever cannot be raised to
the fixed position, adjust the
steering wheel again. It is dan-
gerous to drive without locking 1) Tilt adjustment
the steering wheel. This may 2) Telescopic adjustment
cause loss of vehicle control 1) Horn mark
1. Adjust the seat position. Refer to
and result in personal injury.
“Front seats” F1-2. To sound the horn, push the horn pad.
2. Pull the tilt/telescopic lock lever down.
3. Move the steering wheel to the desired
level.
4. Pull the lever up to lock the steering
wheel in place.
5. Make sure that the steering wheel is
securely locked by moving it up and down,
and forward and backward.
Instruments and controls/Heated Steering Wheel system 3-119
Heated Steering Wheel sys- CAUTION system will automatically turn off ap-
proximately 30 minutes after the switch
tem (if equipped)
. If you use the Heated Steering has been turned on.
Wheel system without the engine
The Heated Steering Wheel system is a running, the battery voltage may
function that warms the surface tempera- drop below the permissible level
ture of the steering wheel at the constant and it may not be possible to
temperature. start the engine.
Pull the Heated Steering Wheel switch to
warm the steering wheel when the ignition . There is a possibility that people
switch is in the “ON” position. Then, the with delicate skin may suffer
indicator light on the switch will illuminate. slight burns even at low tempera-
tures if they use the Heated
Steering Wheel for a long period
of time. When using the Heated
Steering Wheel, always be sure
to warn the persons concerned.
. Do not cover the Heated Steering
Wheel with an object such as a
steering wheel cover. Doing so
may cause the Heated Steering
Wheel to overheat.
NOTE
1) Heated Steering Wheel switch . If the surface temperature of the
2) Indicator light steering wheel is approximately above
3) Heated area 1048F (408C) when the switch is turned
on, the system will not heat the steer-
Pull the switch again to turn the Heated ing wheel. Then, the indicator light will
Steering Wheel system off manually. The continue to illuminate.
indicator light will turn off. . The Heated Steering Wheel system
is equipped with a 30-minute timer. The
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Climate control
Ventilator control
& Center and side ventilators
Side ventilators
1) Open
2) Close
Center ventilators To adjust the flow direction, move the tab.
1) Open To open or close the ventilator, turn the
2) Close thumb-wheel up or down.
Climate control/Climate control panel 4-3
1) Temperature control dial (Refer to “Tem-
Climate control panel perature control” F4-9.)
2) Air conditioner button (Refer to “Air
& Type A conditioner control” F4-10.)
3) Fan speed control dial (Refer to “Fan
speed control” F4-10.)
4) Air inlet selection button (Refer to “Air
inlet selection” F4-10.)
5) Airflow mode selection dial (Refer to
“Airflow mode selection” F4-8.)
6) Rear window defogger button (Refer to
“Defogger and deicer” F3-116.)
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4-4 Climate control/Climate control panel
NOTE
The controllable temperature range
may vary depending on the regional
specifications of the vehicle.
Climate control/Climate control panel 4-5
1) Airflow mode selection dial (Refer to
& Type C “Airflow mode selection” F4-8.)
2) Defroster button (Refer to “Airflow mode
selection” F4-8.)
3) Rear window defogger button (Refer to
“Defogger and deicer” F3-116.)
4) Fan speed control dial (Refer to “Fan
speed control” F4-10.)
5) Air conditioner button (Refer to “Air
conditioner control” F4-10.)
6) Air inlet selection button (Refer to “Air
inlet selection” F4-10.)
7) Temperature control dial (Refer to “Auto-
matic climate control operation (type B, C
and D)” F4-7 and/or “Temperature con-
trol” F4-9.)
8) AUTO button (Refer to “Automatic cli-
mate control operation (type B, C and D)”
F4-7.)
9) OFF button (Refer to “Automatic climate
control operation (type B, C and D)” F4-
7.)
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4-6 Climate control/Climate control panel
& Sensors properly and become damaged, the sys- Manual climate control op-
tem may not be able to control the interior
temperature correctly. To avoid damaging
eration
the sensors, observe the following pre- & Airflow mode selection
cautions.
– Do not subject the sensors to impact. To select the airflow mode:
– Keep water away from the sensors. Type A, B and C: Turn the airflow mode
selection dial.
– Do not cover the sensors.
Type D: Press the airflow mode selection
The sensors are located as follows. button.
– Solar sensor: beside the windshield To select the defrost mode:
defroster grille Type A and B: Turn the airflow mode
– Interior air temperature sensor: next to selection dial.
the steering column Type C and D: Press the defroster button.
– Outside temperature sensor: near the
front bumper opening Airflow modes are as follows.
both side windows to prevent fogging.) and both side outlets of the instrument
panel (Refer to “Defrosting” F4-11.)
! “DUAL” mode (type D) When the “DUAL” mode is selected: compressor will stop operating.
Turn the driver’s side dial to set the
driver’s side temperature. Turn the front & Air inlet selection
passenger’s side dial to set the front
passenger’s side temperature. Select the air inlet by pressing the air inlet
selection button.
When the “DUAL” mode is canceled:
ON position (recirculation): Interior air is
Set the desired temperature by turning the
recirculated inside the vehicle. Press the
driver’s side dial.
air inlet selection button to the ON position
for fast cooling with the air conditioner or
& Fan speed control when driving on a dusty road.
The fan operates only when the ignition
switch is in the “ON” position. Select the OFF position (outside air): Outside air is
preferred fan speed by turning the fan drawn into the passenger compartment.
a) Driver’s side temperature speed control dial. Press the air inlet selection button to the
b) Front passenger’s side temperature OFF position when the interior has cooled
& Air conditioner control to a comfortable temperature and the road
You can change the setting of the driver’s is no longer dusty.
side and front passenger’s side tempera- The air conditioner operates only when
ture independently by selecting the the engine is running. WARNING
“DUAL” mode. Press the air conditioner button while the
fan is in operation to turn on the air Continued operation in the ON posi-
You can select the “DUAL” mode by conditioner. When the air conditioner is tion may fog up the windows. Switch
performing either of the following proce- on, the “A/C” indicator light illuminates. to the OFF position as soon as the
dures. outside conditions are no longer
To turn off the air conditioner, press the
. Press the “DUAL” button button again. dusty.
. Turn the passenger’s side temperature
control dial NOTE
NOTE
For efficient defogging or dehumidify-
The “DUAL” mode can be canceled by . When the indicator light on the air
ing in cold weather, turn on the air
pressing the “DUAL” button. inlet selection button is flashing at
conditioner. However, if the ambient
When the “DUAL” mode is canceled, only temperature decreases to approxi- engine starting, a malfunction might
the driver’s side temperature is displayed. mately 328F (08C), the air conditioner be occurring in the electrical system.
Climate control/Defrosting 4-11
Contact your SUBARU dealer for in- Defrosting selection is automatically set to the
spection. outside air mode.
. The indicator light on the air inlet & Type A and B For type A climate control system, in
selection button may flash in the this state:
Select the “ ” or “ ” mode by turning the
following cases. However, this does – You cannot stop the air condi-
airflow mode selection dial to defrost or to
not indicate a malfunction. tioner compressor by pressing the
dehumidify the windshield and front door
– After the vehicle battery has been windows. air conditioner button.
disconnected and reconnected. – You cannot select the recircula-
– When the vehicle battery voltage & Type C tion mode by pressing the air inlet
is low. selection button.
Select the “ ” mode by pressing the . For type C and D climate control
defroster button, or select the “ ” mode system, after defrosting the windshield
by turning the airflow mode selection dial by pressing the defroster button “ ”,
to defrost or to dehumidify the windshield pressing the button again returns the
and front door windows. system to the setting that had been
selected before the defroster was acti-
& Type D vated.
Select the “ ” mode by pressing the
defroster button, or select the “ ” mode
by pressing the airflow mode selection
button to defrost or to dehumidify the
windshield and front door windows.
NOTE
. When the “ ” or “ ” mode is
selected, the air conditioner compres-
sor operates automatically regardless
of the position of the air conditioner
button to defrost the windshield more
quickly. However the indicator on the
air conditioner button will not illumi-
nate. At the same time, the air inlet
4-12 Climate control/Operating tips for heater and air conditioner
Operating tips for heater and allow outside air to circulate into the any problem with the air conditioning
heated interior. This results in quicker system.
air conditioner cooling by the air conditioner. Keep the
& Cleaning ventilation grille windows closed during the operation of & Air conditioner compressor
the air conditioner for maximum cooling shut-off when engine is
efficiency. heavily loaded
To improve acceleration and gas mileage,
& Lubrication oil circulation in the air conditioner compressor is designed
the refrigerant circuit to temporarily shut off during air condi-
Operate the air conditioner compressor at tioner operation whenever the accelerator
a low engine speed (at idle or low driving is fully depressed such as during rapid
speeds) a few minutes each month during acceleration or when driving up a steep
the off-season to circulate its oil. incline.
refrigerant HFC134a (as shown on the air Air filtration system NOTE
conditioner label). Therefore, the method The filter can influence the air condi-
of adding, changing or checking the tioning, heating and defroster perfor-
Your vehicle’s air conditioning system is
refrigerant is different from the method mance if not properly maintained.
equipped with an air filtration system.
for CFC12 (freon). Consult your SUBARU
Replace the air filter element according
dealer for service. Repairs needed as a & Replacing an air filter
to the replacement schedule found in the
result of using the wrong refrigerant are
“Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. This 1. Remove the glove box.
not covered under warranty.
schedule should be followed to maintain
the filter’s dust collection ability. Under NOTE
extremely dusty conditions, the filter We recommend that you take mea-
should be replaced more frequently. Have sures to protect the center console
your filter checked or replaced by your with masking tape first, so that you
SUBARU dealer. For replacement, use avoid scratching the center console
only a genuine SUBARU air filter kit. with the glove box.
CAUTION (1) Open the glove box.
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Audio
NOTE
. If a cell phone is placed near the
audio set, it may cause the audio set to
emit noise when the phone receives
calls. This noise does not indicate an
audio set malfunction. Note that a cell
phone should not be placed near the
audio set.
Audio/Audio set 5-3
& Base display audio set (if equipped) The audio set will operate only when the
ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON”
position.
. Power and audio controls: refer to
“Basic operation” F5-17.
. SUBARU STARLINK (if equipped):
refer to “SUBARU STARLINK” F5-25.
. Radio operation: refer to “AM/FM radio”
F5-27.
. Satellite radio operation (if equipped):
refer to “SiriusXM Satellite Radio” F5-36.
. ahaTM: refer to “ahaTM by HARMAN”
F5-43.
. Pandora® (if equipped): refer to “Pan-
dora®” F5-49.
. CD (compact disc) player operation:
refer to “CD” F5-52.
. USB storage device: refer to “USB
memory” F5-54.
. iPod operation: refer to “iPod” F5-55.
. Bluetooth® audio: refer to “Bluetooth
audio” F5-57.
. Auxiliary input jack: refer to “AUX” F5-
60.
. Hands-free phone system: refer to
“Hands-free phone system” F5-70.
1) Power/VOLUME knob 5) APPS button
2) Eject button 6) Display
3) AUDIO/TUNE knob 7) SEEK/TRACK buttons
4) HOME button
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5-4 Audio/Audio set
NOTE
HD RadioTM Technology (if equipped)
should be included as a feature in the
base display audio set.
This display audio set is referred to as
follows.
. U.S. customers: STARLINKTM 6.2 Mul-
timedia
. Canadian customers: 6.2-inch infotain-
ment system
Audio/Audio set 5-5
& STARLINKTM 7.0 Multimedia Plus audio set (U.S. spec. models The audio set will operate only when the
only, if equipped) ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON”
position.
For details about how to use the
STARLINKTM 7.0 Multimedia Plus audio
set, refer to the STARLINKTM 7.0 Multi-
media Plus or STARLINKTM 7.0 Multi-
media Navigation Owner’s Manual.
NOTE
HD Radio Technology should be in-
cluded as a feature in the STARLINKTM
7.0 Multimedia Plus audio set.
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5-6 Audio/Audio set
& Tips for operating the audio/ from a station, the weaker its signal will ! AM
visual system be. In addition, reception conditions
Fading: AM broadcasts are reflected by
change constantly as the vehicle moves.
the upper atmosphere — especially at
CAUTION Here, some common reception problems night. These reflected signals can inter-
that probably do not indicate a problem fere with those received directly from the
To avoid damage to the audio/visual with the radio are described. radio station, causing the radio station to
system: sound alternately strong and weak.
. Be careful not to spill beverages ! FM Station interference: When a reflected
over the audio/visual system. Fading and drifting stations: Generally, the signal and a signal received directly from
. Do not put anything other than an effective range of FM is about 25 miles (40 a radio station are very nearly the same
appropriate disc into the disc km). Once outside this range, you may frequency, they can interfere with each
slot. notice fading and drifting, which increase other, making it difficult to hear the broad-
with the distance from the radio transmit- cast.
ter. They are often accompanied by Static: AM is easily affected by external
NOTE distortion. sources of electrical noise, such as high
The use of a cell phone inside or near Multi-path: FM signals are reflective, tension power lines, lightening or electrical
the vehicle may cause a noise from the making it possible for 2 signals to reach motors. This results in static.
speakers of the audio/visual system the vehicle’s antenna at the same time. If
which you are listening to. However, this happens, the signals will cancel each ! SiriusXM (if equipped)
this does not indicate a malfunction. other out, causing a momentary flutter or . Cargo loaded on the roof luggage
loss of reception. carrier, especially metal objects, may
! Radio Static and fluttering: These occur when adversely affect the reception of SiriusXM
Usually, a problem with radio reception signals are blocked by buildings, trees or Satellite Radio.
does not mean there is a problem with the other large objects. Increasing the bass . Alternation or modifications carried out
radio — it is just the normal result of level may reduce static and fluttering. without appropriate authorization may in-
conditions outside the vehicle. Station swapping: If the FM signal being validate the user’s right to operate the
listened to is interrupted or weakened, and equipment.
For example, nearby buildings and terrain
can interfere with FM reception. Power there is another strong station nearby on
lines or phone wires can interfere with AM the FM band, the radio may tune in the
signals. And of course, radio signals have second station until the original signal can
a limited range. The farther the vehicle is be picked up again.
Audio/Audio set 5-7
WARNING
CD players use an invisible laser
beam which could cause hazardous
radiation exposure if directed out-
side the unit. Be sure to operate the
player correctly.
Transparent/translucent discs
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5-8 Audio/Audio set
CAUTION
. Do not use special shaped, trans-
parent/translucent, low quality or
labeled discs such as those
shown in the illustrations. The
use of such discs may damage
the player, or it may be impossi-
ble to eject the disc.
. This system is not designed for
use of Dual Discs. Do not use
Dual Discs because they may
Low quality discs cause damage to the player. 1) Correct
. Do not use discs with a protec- 2) Wrong
tion ring. The use of such discs
. Handle discs carefully, especially when
may damage the player, or it may
inserting them. Hold them on the edge and
be impossible to eject the disc.
do not bend them. Avoid getting finger-
. Do not use printable discs. The prints on them, particularly on the shiny
use of such discs may damage side.
the player, or it may be impossi- . Dirt, scratches, warping, pin holes or
ble to eject the disc. other disc damage could cause the player
to skip or to repeat a section of a track. (To
see a pin hole, hold the disc up to the
light.)
. Remove discs from the players when
Labeled discs not in use. Store them in their plastic
cases away from moisture, heat and direct
sunlight.
Audio/Audio set 5-9
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5-10 Audio/Audio set
! File information Corresponding bit rates (Audio) and playback errors, use the appropriate
Compatible compressed files (Audio) file extension.
File type Bit rate (kbps) . This system can play only the first
Item USB DISC MP3 files: 32 - 320 session when using multi-session compa-
MPEG 1 LAYER 3 tible CDs.
Compatible MP3/WMA/AAC
file format MP3 files: . MP3 files are compatible with the ID3
MPEG 2 LSF LAYER 3 8 - 160 Tag Ver. 1.0, Ver. 1.1, Ver. 2.2 and Ver. 2.3
Folders in the Maximum Maximum
device 512 255 WMA files: Ver. 7, 8 CBR 48 - 192 formats. This system cannot display disc
WMA files:
title, track title and artist name in other
Files in the Maximum Maximum CBR 32 - 192
device 8000 512 Ver. 9 (9.1/9.2) formats.
Files per Maximum AAC files: . WMA/AAC files can contain a WMA/
— MPEG4/AAC-LC
16 - 320 AAC tag that is used in the same way as
folder 255
an ID3 tag. WMA/AAC tags carry informa-
(Variable Bit Rate (VBR) compatible) tion such as track title and artist name.
Corresponding sampling frequency . MP3 (MPEG Audio Layer 3), WMA . The emphasis function is available only
(Audio) (Windows Media Audio) and AAC (Ad- when playing MP3/WMA files recorded at
vanced Audio Coding) are audio compres- 32, 44.1 and 48 kHz.
File type Frequency (kHz) sion standards. . This system can play back AAC files
MP3 files: 32/44.1/48
. This system can play MP3/WMA/AAC encoded by iTunes.
MPEG 1 LAYER 3 files on CD-R, CD-RW discs, USB mem- . The sound quality of MP3/WMA files
MP3 files: ory, and Bluetooth device. generally improves with higher bit rates. In
MPEG 2 LSF LAYER 3 16/22.05/24 . This system can play disc recordings order to achieve a reasonable level of
WMA files: 32/48/64/80/96/128/ compatible with ISO 9660 level 1 and level sound quality, discs recorded with a bit
Ver. 7, 8, 9 (9.1/9.2) 160/192 2 and with the Romeo and Joliet file rate of at least 128 kbps are recom-
AAC files: 48/44.1/32/24/22.05/ system. mended.
MPEG4/AAC-LC 16/12/11.025/8 . When naming an MP3/WMA/AAC file, . The MP3/WMA player does not play
add an appropriate file extension (.mp3/ back MP3/WMA files from discs recorded
.wma/.m4a). using packet write data transfer (UDF
. This system plays back files with .mp3/ format). Discs should be recorded using
.wma/.m4a file extensions as MP3/WMA/ “pre-mastering” software rather than pack-
AAC files respectively. To prevent noise etwrite software.
Audio/Audio set 5-11
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5-12 Audio/Audio set
! WMA
. WMA (Windows Media Audio) is an
audio compression format developed by
Microsoft®. It compresses files into a size
smaller than that of MP3 files. The
decoding formats for WMA files are Ver.
7, 8 and 9.
. This product is protected by certain
intellectual property rights of Microsoft
Corporation and third parties. Use or
distribution of such technology outside of
this product is prohibited without a license
from Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft
subsidiary and third parties.
Audio/Audio set 5-13
! Error messages
NOTE
If the malfunction is not rectified: Take your vehicle to your SUBARU dealer.
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5-14 Audio/Audio set
Drag*
CAUTION Touch the screen with your Scrolling the lists
finger, and move the screen
. To prevent damaging the screen, to the desired position.
touch the screen keys with your
finger lightly.
. Wipe off fingerprints using a Flick*
glass cleaning cloth. Do not use Quickly move the screen by Scrolling the main screen page
chemical cleaners to clean the flicking with your finger.
screen, as they may damage the
touch screen.
*: The above operations may not be performed on all screens.
NOTE
There may be a delayed response to flick operation that are performed at high
altitudes.
Audio/Audio set 5-15
&
4
Confirm the characters/numbers en-
tered into the window.
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5-16 Audio/Audio set
only the first two connected devices ! Turning the system on and off ! Selecting an audio source
will be recognized.
1. Press the AUDIO/TUNE knob.
CAUTION
Press the power/VOLUME knob to turn
To prevent the battery from being
the audio/visual system on and off. When 2. Select the desired source.
discharged, do not leave the audio/
the system turns on, the mode that was in
visual system on longer than neces-
use the last time the system was turned off
sary when the engine is not running.
will be displayed. Press and hold the knob
to turn the display off.
NOTE Turn this knob to adjust the volume.
Some functions can also be operated
by using the voice command system.
For details, refer to “Voice command
system” F5-80.
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5-20 Audio/Audio set
Refer to the following table for the adjustment range of each audio setting item and
Item Function
default value.
Vocal Im- Select to pick-up vocal sound
age Con- signal from the sound data, and Item Step Default
trol adjust it to right/left or front/rear.
Balance/ Volume Balance L9-R9 0 (Center)
Fader Balance
Control Fader F9-R9 0 (Center)
Vocal Balance L9-R9 R3
Image
Control Fader F9-R9 0 (Center)
Speed Volume Control OFF, Low, High Low
Graphic Equalizer −6-+6 0 (Flat)
Sound Restorer ON, OFF ON
Volume Smoother OFF, Low, Mid, High Mid
Virtual Bass OFF, Low, Mid, High Mid
Audio/Audio set 5-21
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5-22 Audio/Audio set
! “Sound Restorer”
You can play compressed audio data with
a sound quality that is close to the original
sound.
Select the “ON” or “OFF” key by the right
side key of the “Sound Restorer” key.
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5-24 Audio/Audio set
Brightness
Touch “+” or “−” to adjust the NOTE
brightness. The camera display can be accessed
NOTE when the rear camera monitor is dis-
played.
. When the screen is viewed through
polarized sunglasses, a rainbow pat-
tern may appear on the screen due to
optical characteristics of the screen. If
this is disruptive, please operate the
Audio/Audio set 5-25
&
3
Select to go to the Calender APPS
screen.
&
4
Select to go to the iHeartRadio
APPS screen.
&
5
Select to go to the Weather APPS
screen.
Audio/Audio set 5-27
&
11
Press to seek for a station/channel.
Press and hold for continuous seek.
. The radio automatically blends to an ! Selecting a station from the list (if
HD Radio signal (if equipped) in AM or equipped)
FM where available. A station list can be displayed.
! How to change the source 1. Touch the tab.
Select the “AM” or “FM” key on the source
select screen. Refer to “Selecting an audio
source” F5-17.
! Presetting a station
In total 18 stations can be set for the FM
band (6 each for FM1, FM2 and FM3) and
12 stations can be set for the AM band (6
each for AM1 and AM2).
1. Tune in the desired station. Item Function
2. If you touch and hold a key, the system Select to execute the manual
stores the frequency to the selected OK update.
preset channel.
Select to cancel the manual
2. Touch the tab and the station list will Cancel update.
appear.
3. Select the desired station. NOTE
. The audio system sound is muted
! Update the station list during refresh operation.
Touch the “Update Station List” key on the . In some situations, it may take some
station list screen and the following screen time to update the station list.
will be displayed. ! Bookmark the list
You can store and call up the received
data (images, song titles, artist names,
etc.). The stored data is displayed as a list.
1. Touch the tab on the station list
screen and the following screen will be
Audio/Audio set 5-29
PTY Select
(if Select to set the PTY group.
equipped)
Select to detect 6 radio stations
2. Select an item from the bookmark list, with strong frequencies automa-
Auto Store tically and to store them in the
the following image will be displayed. order of frequency.
select the desired multicast channel. . Turn on the power of the iPod if it is
not turned on.
NOTE . Once an iPod is connected, the
music tag moves from the radio into
. HD RadioTM stations can be preset.
the iPod.
. An orange will be displayed on
the screen when in digital. The will . When the iPod is connected to
first appear in a gray color indicating iTunes, the tagged information of the
the station is indeed (an analog and) a songs which were tagged while listen-
digital station. Once the digital signal is ing to the radio can be viewed. Then a
acquired, the logo will change to a user may decide to purchase the song
bright orange color. or CD/Album which had been listened
. The song title and artist name will to on their radio.
appear on the screen when available by
the radio station. The radio station can 1. Touch the “Tag” key in the control
send album pictures when available. screen while receiving HD Radio, the tag
. As a user works through the analog setting screen will be displayed.
radio stations, (where applicable) the
radio receiver will automatically tune
from an analog signal to a digital signal
within 5 seconds.
! Preserving a music information
Tag information in the music broadcasting
is preserved in the system and transmits
to an iPod.
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! Troubleshooting guide
Audio mute condition when an HD2/HD3 The radio does not have access to digital This is normal behavior, wait until the digital signal
multicast channel had been playing. signals at the moment. returns. If out of the coverage area, seek a new
station.
The digital multicast content is not available until
Audio mute delay when selecting an HD2/ HD RadioTM broadcast can be decoded and This is normal behavior, wait for the audio to
HD3 multicast channel preset. make the audio available. This takes up to 7 become available.
seconds.
Text information does not match the present Broadcaster should be notified. Complete the form;
song audio. Data service issue by the radio broadcaster. www.ibiquity.com/automotive/report_radio
_station_experiences.
No text information shown for the present Broadcaster should be notified. Complete the form;
selected frequency. Data service issue by the radio broadcaster. www.ibiquity.com/automotive/report_radio
_station_experiences.
. When the reception in digital of the SPS station
is confirmed.
The “Acquiring” caution message appears When acquiring digital data while receiving a . When the system determined that the SPS
when the system attempts to acquire digital digital broadcast and SPS station. station could not be received.
transmission. . When the SPS broadcast is ended (stopped) by
the radio station while receiving SPS.
Audio/Audio set 5-35
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5-36 Audio/Audio set
& SiriusXM Satellite Radio (if ! Control screen and audio panel
equipped)
! SiriusXM Data Service
Data service information, which is com-
prised of traffic information and weather
information, can be received via the
SiriusXM Radio.
To receive the data service information in
the vehicle, a subscription to the SiriusXM
Satellite Radio service is necessary.
Content set to use the SiriusXM data
service is reset when personal information
is initialized. Control screen
No. Function
No. Function A list is displayed. There are three
types of lists (“Presets”, “Categories”
&
1
Perform the SXM setting. See be-
low. Refer to “SXM setting” F5-42.
or “All Channels”) available.
. “Presets”: Preset channels are
Search for a channel which the
direction of higher frequency from &
3
displayed in a list.
. “Categories”: The channels of
&
2 current frequency. Reproduce the
channel that can receive by 5
the selected category are dis-
played in a list.
seconds. . “All Channels”: All selectable
channels are displayed in a list.
&
4
Display the contents information of a
channel receiving.
Presets list (30 channels max.) is
&
5 displayed. Refer to “Presetting a
channel” F5-40.
Categories list is displayed. Refer to
&
6 “Selecting a channel from the list”
F5-40.
Audio/Audio set 5-37
No. Function
All channels list is displayed.
&
7
The available received channels are
displayed, and you can select a
channel.
&
8
Change to the Direct Tune display.
Refer to “Direct Tune” F5-41.
&
10 Return to the playback display.
Audio panel
No. Function
Turn to adjust volume.
&
1 Press to turn the audio system on/
off.
Press to display the sound setting
&
2 screen. Refer to “Unit settings” F5-
18.
Turn right to step up channels and
turn left to step down channels.
&
3 Press to select an audio source.
Refer to “Selecting an audio source”
F5-17.
Press to step up/down channels.
&
4 Press and hold to step up/down
channels fast.
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NOTE XM and all related marks and logos ! How to change the source
. SiriusXM Satellite Services — De- are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Select the “Sirius XM” key on the source
scriptions Inc. All other marks, channel names select screen. Refer to “Selecting an audio
– Only SiriusXM Satellite Radio® and logos are the property of their source” F5-17.
brings you more of what you love, respective owners.
all in one place. Get over 175 For more information, program
channels, including commercial- schedules, and to subscribe or
free music, plus the best sports, extend subscription after compli-
news, talk, comedy and entertain- mentary trial period; more informa-
ment. Welcome to the world of tion is available at:
satellite radio. More information . U.S. customers:
about SiriusXM Satellite Radio is Visit www.siriusxm.com or call
available online at 1-866-635-2349
www.siriusxm.com (U.S.) and . Canadian customers:
www.siriusxm.ca (Canada). Visit www.siriusxm.ca or call
. SiriusXM Satellite Services — Sub- 1-877-209-0079
scription Instructions . SiriusXM Satellite Radio is solely
– For SiriusXM Services requiring responsible for the quality, availability
a subscription (such as SiriusXM and content of the satellite radio ser-
Satellite Radio, and some Infotain- vices provided, which are subject to
ment & data services), the following the terms and conditions of the
paragraph shall be included. SiriusXM Satellite Radio customer ser-
Required SiriusXM Satellite Radio vice agreement.
and some Infotainment & data ser- . Customers should have their radio
vices monthly subscriptions sold ID ready; the radio ID can be found by
separately after trial period. Sub- tuning to “Ch 000” on the radio. For
scription fee is consumer only. All details, see “DISPLAYING THE RADIO
fees and programming subject to ID” below.
change. Subscriptions are subject . All fees and programming are the
to the Customer Agreement avail- responsibility of SiriusXM Satellite
able at www.siriusxm.com (U.S.) or Radio and are subject to change.
www.siriusxm.ca (Canada). Sirius,
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5-40 Audio/Audio set
NOTE
Contact SiriusXM
. Listener Care Center (U.S. customers):
1-866-635-2349
. Listener Care Centre (Canadian customers):
1-877-209-0079
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5-42 Audio/Audio set
! SXM setting
1. An option menu screen is displayed
when you touch the tab on the lower
left side of the screen. The “Options”
screen will appear.
WARNING
Do not connect or operate the
smartphone while driving. Doing so
may result in loss of control of your
vehicle and cause an accident or
serious injury.
CAUTION
& ahaTM by HARMAN
. Do not leave your smartphone in
aha is a cloud-based application that the car. In particular, high tem-
connects to the system and gives you peratures inside the vehicle may
access to your favorite web content safely damage the smartphone.
and easily. There are over 30,000 stations
spanning internet radio, personalized mu- . Do not push down on or apply
sic, audiobooks, Facebook, Twitter, res- unnecessary pressure to the
taurant and hotel searches, weather and smartphone while it is connected
more. For more about aha, go to the aha as this may damage the smart-
site (http://www.aharadio.com). phone or its terminal.
. Do not insert foreign objects into
When connecting iPhone and iPod touch the port as this may damage the
or Android devices with the aha applica- smartphone or its terminal.
tion installed, you can control, view, and
hear aha content through the system.
In order to connect to this system, use a
USB port for an iPhone or iPod touch and
Bluetooth for Android devices.
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5-44 Audio/Audio set
&
13 Select to display the nearby list.
No. Function
No. Function The track pauses when pressed during
&
6 playback and plays back when touched
&
1
Select to display the audio source
selection screen.
during pause.
&
2
Select to open the station list. Refer to &
7 Select to set thumbs up.
“Using aha application” F5-48.
&
8 Select to set thumbs down.
&
3
Select to fast forward the current con-
tent item by 30 seconds. Select to start the playback from the
&
9 beginning of the content in the target
&
4
Select to display the contents list of the
selected station. station.
&
5
A phone number is distributed depend-
ing on content items. &
11 Select to display the preset list.
This feature is available only in these
cases. &
12 Return to the control screen.
Audio/Audio set 5-45
NOTE
. For safety reasons, certain func-
tions are not available while your
vehicle is in motion.
. In order to maximize signal recep-
tion, performance and precision of the
smartphone, please ensure the smart-
phone is placed as close to the system
as possible, while ensuring it is stowed
and secure while driving.
. When the ignition switch is in the
“ACC” or “ON” position, the battery of
the connected iPhone/iPod touch is
Audio panel charged.
. iPhone/iPod touch may not be re-
cognized when the ignition switch is in
No. Function the “ACC” or “ON” position. In this
&
1
Turn to adjust volume.
Press to turn the audio system on/off.
case, remove the iPhone/iPod touch
and reconnect it.
. The accuracy of the displayed in-
&
2
Press to display the sound setting
screen. Refer to “Unit settings” F5-18. formation or the signal reception per-
Press to display the station operation formance depends on the smartphone
&
3 screen.
Press to select an audio mode.
or the connected device, and it’s wire-
less connection.
Turn to display the next/previous con- . Since the aha application uses sig-
&
4
tent item.
Press to select an audio source. Refer
nals from GPS satellites and wireless
communication lines, it may not work
to “Selecting an audio source” F5-17.
properly in the following locations.
&
5
Press to display the next/previous con-
tent item. – In a tunnel
– In underground parking lots
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5-46 Audio/Audio set
provider for additional information. ! About the supported devices . For Android device users
. Ability of this product to access
This system supports the following de- Android OS Specification Profile
connected content is subject to change
vices.
without notice and could be affected by Bluetooth . aha Con-
any of the following: compatibility . For iPhone/iPod touch users Specification nect Bin-
issues with future firmware versions Android Ver. 1.1 or ary API
Firmware Ver. 2.2 or higher over SPP
of the smartphone; compatibility is- (Ver. 2.0 +
sues with future versions of the con- Type Generation version or Ver. 2.3 EDR or higher . Digital
audio by
OS is recom-
nected content application(s) for the A2DP
iPhone 3G iOS 4.2.x mended)
smartphone; changes to or disconti-
nuation of the connected content ap- iPhone 3GS iOS 6.1.x NOTE
plication(s) or service by its provider. iPhone 4 iOS 7.0.x The available functions may vary de-
. Communication and phone call pending on the type of Android device.
charges for smartphones should be iPhone iPhone 4s iOS 7.0.x
paid by the wireless subscriber. iPhone 5 iOS 7.0.x ! Connecting a smartphone
. If you lose the data in a smartphone If you connect a smartphone to this
iPhone 5c iOS 7.0.x
or other device while using it with the system after starting a supported aha
system, no compensation will be given iPhone 5s iOS 7.0.x
application on the smartphone, you can
for the lost data. iPod touch iOS 3.1.x display and operate the aha application
. Fuji Heavy Industries makes no displayed on the smartphone on the
iPod touch 2 iOS 4.2.x
guarantee regarding the content pro- system screen.
vided by aha. iPod touch iPod touch 3 iOS 5.1.x
1. Run the aha application on your
. aha may not work due to factors on iPod touch 4 iOS 6.1.x smartphone.
smartphones, smartphone applications
iPod touch 5 iOS 7.0.x 2. Connect the iPhone/iPod touch to the
or stations. Fuji Heavy Industries is not
responsible for it. USB port or connect the Android device
NOTE by utilizing the Bluetooth connection (SPP
Note that the warranty does not apply if and A2DP profile).
an unsupported iPhone/iPod touch is . For details about connecting an
connected. iPhone/iPod touch: Refer to “Connect-
ing and disconnecting a USB memory/
portable device” F5-16.
. For details about registering or con-
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5-48 Audio/Audio set
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5-50 Audio/Audio set
&
11 Press to skip to the next track/cover art.
! Connecting a smartphone
Connect the iPhone/iPod touch to the
USB port or connect the Android device
by using Bluetooth connection (SPP and
A2DP profile).
. For details about connecting an
iPhone/iPod touch: Refer to “Connecting
and disconnecting a USB memory/porta-
ble device” F5-16.
. For details about registering or con-
No. Function No. Function necting an Android device: Refer to
“Registering/connecting Bluetooth® de-
&
1
Select to display the audio source
selection screen.
Select to set thumbs down.
This gives a low rating to the current
vice” F5-65.
song. ! How to change the source
&
2
Select to open the station list. Refer to
“Station list” F5-51.
&
6 All other similar songs will be played
back less frequently. The Pandora operation screen can be
When you select thumbs down, the reached by the following methods:
&
3 Select to skip the current track. current track is skipped.
. Connecting a Pandora device. Refer to
The track pauses when touched during During playback of a station, you can “Connecting a Bluetooth device” F5-68 or
&
4 playback and plays when touched
during pause. &
7
use this key to bookmark a song or
artist. Refer to “Registering Bookmarks”
“Connecting and disconnecting a USB
F5-51. memory/portable device” F5-16.
Select to set thumbs up. . Select the “Pandora” key on the source
&
5
This gives a high rating to the current
song. &
8
Turn to adjust volume.
Press to turn the audio system on/off. select screen. Refer to “Selecting an audio
All other similar songs will be played source” F5-17.
back more frequently. Turn clockwise to skip to the next track.
&
9 Press to select an audio source. Refer . Select the “Pandora” key on the APPS
to “Selecting an audio source” F5-17. screen. Refer to “SUBARU STARLINK”
F5-25.
&
10
Press to display the sound setting
screen. Refer to “Unit settings” F5-18.
Audio/Audio set 5-51
&
5
Select to sort the list based on the
alphabetical order of the station names.
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NOTE
. Depending on the compression data
format of the inserted CD, some keys
may not be displayed on the screen.
. If a disc contains CD-DA files and
MP3/WMA/AAC files, only the CD-DA
files can be played back.
. If a CD-TEXT disc is inserted, the
title of the disc and track will be
No. Function No. Function displayed. Up to 32 characters can be
displayed.
&
1
Select to display the audio source
selection screen. &
6
MP3/WMA/AAC disc:
Select to choose a folder. . If the disc contains no CD-TEXT,
Select to display the play mode Turn to adjust volume. only the track number would be dis-
&
2 currently selected. Refer to “Select
play mode” F5-53.
&
7 Press to turn the audio system on/
off.
played on the screen.
Audio CD:
Select to display a track list. &
8 Press to eject a disc.
&
3
MP3/WMA/AAC disc: &
9 Disc slot
Select to display a folder list.
Turn to select a track/file.
&
4 Shows progress.
&
10
Press to select an audio source.
Refer to “Selecting an audio source”
The tracks in the disc are played F5-17.
&
5 back for 10 seconds each from the
beginning of the track.
Audio/Audio set 5-53
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5-54 Audio/Audio set
WARNING
Do not operate the player’s controls
or connect the USB memory while
driving. Doing so may result in
losing control of your vehicle and
cause an accident or serious injury.
CAUTION
. Do not leave your USB memory
in the car. In particular, high No. Function No. Function
temperatures inside the vehicle
&
1
Select to display the audio source Turn to select a file/track.
may damage the USB memory. selection screen.
&
8
Press to select an audio source.
Refer to “Selecting an audio source”
. Do not push down on or apply Select to display the play mode F5-17.
unnecessary pressure to the &
2 currently selected. Refer to “Select
play mode” F5-55. Press to display the sound setting
USB memory while it is con- &
9 screen. Refer to “Unit settings” F5-
nected as this may damage the &3 Select to display folder list. 18.
USB memory or its terminal.
. Do not insert foreign objects into &
4 Shows progress. &
10
Press to select a file/track.
Press and hold to fast forward/rewind.
the port as this may damage the The tracks in the folder are played
USB memory or its terminal. &
5 back 10 seconds each from the
beginning of the track.
&
6 Select to choose a folder.
&
7
Turn to adjust volume.
Press to turn the audio system on/off.
Audio/Audio set 5-55
! Connecting a USB device
! Select play mode & iPod
You can connect a USB device to the
The play mode settings display will appear Audio files on the iPod can be played.
vehicle USB port. Refer to “Connecting
when play mode key is touched. Select
and disconnecting a USB memory/porta-
the preferred play mode from the following WARNING
ble device” F5-16.
items.
! How to change the source Do not operate the player’s controls
The USB Audio playback screen can be Icon Function or connect the iPod while driving.
reached by the following methods: Doing so may result in loss of
Touch to start 1 track repeat. control of your vehicle and cause
. Connect a USB memory. Refer to
an accident or serious injury.
“Connecting and disconnecting a USB
memory/portable device” F5-16. Touch to start repeat all.
. Select the “USB/iPod” key on the CAUTION
source select screen. Refer to “Selecting
an audio source” F5-17. Touch to start folder repeat. . Do not leave your portable player
in the car. In particular, high
temperatures inside the vehicle
Touch to start shuffle all. may damage the portable player.
. Do not push down on or apply
Touch to start shuffle folder. unnecessary pressure to the por-
table player while it is connected
as this may damage the portable
Return to the control screen. player or its terminal.
. Do not insert foreign objects into
the port as this may damage the
portable player or its terminal.
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5-56 Audio/Audio set
&
3
Select to display iPod List. Refer to
“iPod settings” F5-57.
&
4 Shows progress.
&
5
Turn to adjust volume.
Press to turn the audio system on/off.
Turn to select a track/file.
&
6 Press to select an audio source. Refer
to “Selecting an audio source” F5-17.
&
7
Press to display the sound setting
screen. Refer to “Unit settings” F5-18.
Audio/Audio set 5-57
! iPod settings
! How to change the source & Bluetooth audio
You can choose the following items from
The iPod operation screen can be The Bluetooth audio system enables
the list screen after touching the tab
reached by the following methods: users to enjoy listening to music that is
on the screen.
. Connect an iPod. Refer to “Connecting played on a portable player on the vehicle
and disconnecting a USB memory/porta- Icon Function speakers via wireless communication.
ble device” F5-16.
This audio system supports Bluetooth, a
. Select the “USB/iPod” key on the Select to display the play list. wireless data system capable of playing
source select screen. Refer to “Selecting portable audio music without cables. If
an audio source” F5-17. your device does not support Bluetooth,
Select to display tracks list.
! Select play mode the Bluetooth audio system will not func-
The play mode settings display will appear tion.
when play mode key is touched. Select Select to display artists list.
the preferred play mode from the following WARNING
items. . Do not operate the player’s con-
Select to display albums list.
Icon Function trols or connect to the Bluetooth
Select to open other list (“Gen-
audio system while driving.
res”, “Composers”, “Audiobooks” Doing so may result in loss of
Touch to start 1 track repeat.
and “Podcast”). control of your vehicle and cause
an accident or serious injury.
Touch to start repeat all. Select to open “Genres” list. . Your audio unit is fitted with
Bluetooth antennas. People with
implantable cardiac pacemakers,
Touch to start shuffle all. Select to open “Composers” list.
cardiac resynchronization ther-
apy-pacemakers or implantable
Select to open “Audiobooks” list. cardioverter defibrillators should
Touch to turn off shuffle.
maintain a reasonable distance
between themselves and the
Touch to start shuffle album. Select to open “Podcasts” list. Bluetooth antennas. The radio
waves may affect the operation
of such devices.
Return to the control screen.
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&
3
Select to display as a list (for the
models with AVRCP Ver. 1.4 or high- &
9
Press to select a track.
Press and hold to fast forward/rewind.
er).
The track pauses when touched dur-
&
4 ing playback and plays when touched
during pause.
Select to open Bluetooth Settings.
&
5 Refer to “Setting Bluetooth details”
F5-68.
&
6
Turn to adjust volume.
Press to turn the audio system on/off.
Audio/Audio set 5-59
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5-60 Audio/Audio set
terminal.
Icon Function
. Do not insert foreign objects into
Return to the control screen. the port as this may damage the
portable audio device or its term-
inal.
NOTE
If the connected device does not sup-
port the group repeat mode, the group
functions are not available.
& AUX
WARNING
Do not operate the player’s controls
or connect the portable audio device
while driving. Doing so may result in
loss of control of your vehicle and
cause an accident or serious injury.
CAUTION
. Do not leave portable audio de-
vice in the vehicle. The tempera-
ture inside the vehicle may be-
come high, resulting in damage
to the player.
. Do not push down on or apply
unnecessary pressure to the por-
table audio device while it is
connected as this may damage
the portable audio device or its
Audio/Audio set 5-61
1) + − switch
2) / switch
3) Mute/Enter switch
4) List switch
5) Back switch
6) Source switch
Audio/Steering switches for audio 5-63
. +/− switch
Mode Operation Function
Press Volume up/down
Except list screen
Press and hold Volume up/down continuously
List screen Press Move cursor up/down
Pandora main screen (if equipped) Press and hold “+” switch is thumb up/“−” switch is thumb down
. / switch
Mode Operation Function
Press Preset channel up/down
AM/FM Radio, SiriusXM (if equipped) Seek up/down continuously while the switch is
Press and hold being pressed
Press Content up/down
aha Reverse the current content item for 15 sec-
Press and hold onds/Fast forward the current content item for
30 seconds
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5-64 Audio/Steering switches for audio
. Mute/Enter switch
Mode Operation Function
List screen Press Select cursor entry
CD, USB, iPod, BT audio, Pandora (if equipped), aha Press Pause or play back
AM/FM radio, AUX, SiriusXM (if equipped) Press Mute or cancel mute
. Back switch
Mode Operation Function
All (except for SUBARU STARLINK) Press Return to the previous screen
All Press and hold Return to the HOME screen
. List switch
Mode Operation Function
All (except for SUBARU STARLINK) Press Show list screen
. Source switch
Mode Operation Function
All Press Change audio modes
NOTE
In the aha, Pandora (if equipped) and SUBARU STARLINK (if equipped) mode, some operation may be done on the screen
depend on the selected APPS.
Audio/Bluetooth® settings 5-65
Bluetooth® settings driving. 3. Touch the tab and then the “SET-
TINGS” screen will appear.
! Registering a Bluetooth phone for
WARNING the first time
To use the hands-free system, it is
Be sure to park the vehicle in a safe necessary to register a Bluetooth phone
location before connecting or oper- with the system.
ating a Bluetooth phone or audio For details about registering a Bluetooth
device. Failure to do so may result device: Refer to “Registering a Bluetooth
in loss of control of your vehicle and Audio device for the first time” F5-66.
cause an accident or serious injury.
1. Turn the Bluetooth connection setting
of your cell phone on.
& Regulatory information . This function is not available when
Bluetooth connection setting of your
cell phone is set to off. Settings (When the tab is selected)
2. Press the HOME button and select the
. Operations up to this point can also
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are “SETTINGS” key.
be performed by pressing the off hook
registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth switch on the steering wheel.
SIG, Inc. 4. To register a device, touch the “Set”
key on “BT Devices Connection”.
& Registering/connecting
Bluetooth® device
You can register up to five devices,
regardless of whether they are Bluetooth
phones or audio devices.
NOTE
. Once the phone has been regis-
tered, it is possible to use the hands-
free system or Bluetooth audio.
. Devices cannot be registered during
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5-66 Audio/Bluetooth® settings
. For details about operating the same for both the hands-free system and
Bluetooth device, see the manual that Bluetooth audio.
comes with it. 1. Display the “BT Devices Connection”
. To cancel the registration, touch the screen. Refer to “Registering a Bluetooth
“Cancel” key. phone for the first time” F5-65.
6. Register the Bluetooth device using 2. Select the “Add” key.
your Bluetooth device. The “Add” key is not displayed when five
. A PIN-code is not required for SSP devices are already registered.
(Secure Simple Pairing) compatible To add another device, you need to delete
Bluetooth devices. Depending on the one of the registered devices.
type of Bluetooth device being con- Press the key for the device to be
nected, a message confirming regis- deleted, and then select the “OK” key.
tration may be displayed on the
“BT Devices Connection” screen (At the Bluetooth device’s screen. Respond 3. Register the Bluetooth device using
initial startup and when no device is
and operate the Bluetooth device your Bluetooth device.
registered).
according to the confirmation mes- . A PIN-code is not required for SSP
5. Touch the “Add” key. sage. (Secure Simple Pairing) compatible
Bluetooth devices. Depending on the
7. Check that the screen is displayed
type of Bluetooth device being con-
when registration is complete.
nected, a message confirming regis-
. The system waits for connection tration may be displayed on the
requests coming from the registered Bluetooth device’s screen. Respond
device. and operate the Bluetooth device
. At this stage, the Bluetooth func- according to the confirmation mes-
tions are not yet available. sage.
4. Check that the screen is displayed
! Registering a Bluetooth Audio de-
when registration is complete.
vice for the first time
. The system waits for connection
To use the Bluetooth Audio, it is necessary requests coming from the registered
to register an audio device with the device.
When the “Add” key is selected (Waiting system. . At this stage, the Bluetooth func-
for the connection request from a device). tions are not yet available.
The device registration procedure is the
Audio/Bluetooth® settings 5-67
! Profiles
This system supports the following services.
Bluetooth Device Spec. Function Requirements Recommendations
Bluetooth Phone/Bluetooth Bluetooth Specification Registering a Bluetooth de- Ver. 1.1 Ver. 2.1 + EDR
Audio Device vice
NOTE
. If your cell phone does not support HFP, registering the Bluetooth phone or using OPP, PBAP, MAP or SPP profiles
individually will not be possible.
. If the connected Bluetooth device version is older than recommended or incompatible, the Bluetooth device function may
not work properly.
. For USA customers, please visit www.subaru.com for details. Outside of the USA customers, contact your local dealer to
arrange a demonstration in order to confirm whether or not the device can be paired with the vehicle.
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5-68 Audio/Bluetooth® settings
NOTE
No. Function
The setting is fixed as the “OFF” key
when no device is registered. &
7 Switch the screen to input characters.
&
5
Save the current BT device name and
PIN code.
&
6 Numeric input keys.
5-70 Audio/Hands–free phone system
Hands-free phone system . Before using Bluetooth devices, . When using the hands free function
users of any electrical medical and other Bluetooth functions at the
device other than implantable same time, the following problems may
The hands-free system enables calls to be
cardiac pacemakers, cardiac re- occur:
made and received without having to take
your hands off the steering wheel. synchronization therapy-pace- – The Bluetooth connection may
makers or implantable cardiover- be cut.
This system supports Bluetooth. Bluetooth ter defibrillators should consult – Noise may be heard when play-
is a wireless data system that enables cell the manufacturer of the device ing back voice with the Bluetooth
phones to be used without being con- for information about its opera- function.
nected by a cable or placed in a cradle. tion under the influence of radio . The other party’s voice will be heard
waves. Radio waves could have from the front speakers. The audio/
The operating procedure of the phone is unexpected effects on the opera- visual system will be muted during
explained here. tion of such medical devices. phone calls or when hands-free voice
WARNING commands are used.
. Talk alternately with the other party
. While driving, do not use a cell CAUTION on the phone. If both parties speak at
phone or connect the Bluetooth the same time, the other party may not
Do not leave your cell phone in the
phone. Doing so may result in hear what has been said. (This is not a
vehicle. The temperature inside may
loss of control of your vehicle malfunction.)
rise to a level that could damage the
and cause an accident or serious . Keep call volume down. Otherwise,
phone.
injury. the other party’s voice may be audible
. Your audio unit is fitted with outside the vehicle and voice echo may
Bluetooth antennas. People with NOTE increase. When talking on the phone,
speak clearly towards the microphone.
implantable cardiac pacemakers, . If your cell phone does not support
cardiac resynchronization ther- . The other party may not hear you
Bluetooth, this system cannot function.
clearly when:
apy-pacemakers or implantable . In the following conditions, the sys-
cardioverter defibrillators should tem may not function: – Driving on an unpaved road.
(Making excessive traffic noise.)
maintain a reasonable distance – The cell phone is turned off.
– Driving at high speeds.
between themselves and the – The current position is outside
Bluetooth antennas. The radio the communication area. – The moonroof or windows are
waves may affect the operation open.
– The cell phone is not connected.
of such devices. – The air conditioning vents are
– The cell phone has a low battery.
Audio/Hands–free phone system 5-71
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5-74 Audio/Hands–free phone system
&
1 Open the “Incoming Calls” screen. ! When the contact is empty
For PBAP incompatible but OPP com-
&
2 Open the “Outgoing Calls” screen.
patible Bluetooth phones
Open a pop-up screen for starting the
&
3 download of contact data. Refer to On the “Contacts” screen, select the
“Update contacts from phone” F5-79. “Download Contacts” key. A screen where
Delete all contact data. The “Delete you can select how to download contacts
All” key is disabled when there is no opens. Phone (Dialpad) screen
&
4 contact data. Refer to “Deleting the You can select to download all items or
contact data” F5-80. No. Function
download one item. For details, refer to
“Update contacts from phone” F5-79. Allow you to enter numbers from 0 to
&
1 9 and *, #, and +. To enter “+”, press
and hold the “0” key.
&
2
Delete one character from the entered
characters.
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No. Function
! By off/on hook switch
When you receive a call, you can also
Put the incoming call on hold. This
function may not work on some cell answer it by pressing the off hook switch
on the steering wheel. To end a call, press
&
2
phone models. This function is the
same as pressing the on hook switch the on hook switch.
on the steering wheel for a short
period of time.
& Talking on the phone
Open the call screen. This function is
&
3 the same as pressing the off hook
switch on the steering wheel.
The call screen opens when you perform
the following operations.
Reject the incoming call. This function . When you accept a call on the incom-
&
4
is the same as pressing and holding
the on hook switch on the steering
ing call screen (by selecting the key),
wheel. the call screen opens.
. When you are on the outgoing call Call screen
NOTE screen, the screen changes to the call
. During international phone calls, the screen when the other party answers the
other party’s name or number may not call.
be displayed correctly depending on
the type of cell phone you have. While talking on the phone, this screen is
. The ringtone that has been set in the displayed. The operations outlined below
phone setting screen sounds when can be performed on this screen.
there is an incoming call. Depending . When the incoming call screen is
on the type of Bluetooth phone, both displayed and you accept the call, the
the system and Bluetooth phone may screen changes to the call screen. The
sound simultaneously when there is an screen stays on the incoming call screen if
incoming call. Refer to “Phone volume you reject the call.
settings” F5-78. . The and keys are disabled on
the incoming call screen. Call (Dialpad) screen (DTMF)
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5-78 Audio/Hands–free phone system
No. Function
by operating the cell phone directly. ! Phone volume settings
. Transferring methods and opera- The call and ringtone volume can be
Open the “Options” screen. Refer to
&
1 “Phone volume settings” F5-78.
tions will be different depending on
the type of cell phone you have.
adjusted. A ringtone can be selected.
1. Display the “PHONE” screen. Refer to
Mute your voice to the other party. . For the operation of the cell phone,
“How to change the hands-free phone
&
2
Touch this key again to deactivate the
Mute mode. This key is disabled in the
see the manual that comes with it.
system” F5-72.
private mode. . The sound quality of the voice heard
from the other party’s speaker may be 2. Touch the key.
Change the mode to private mode. negatively impacted. 3. Select the desired item to be set.
&
3
The other party’s voice emits from the
cell phone. Touch this key again to . On the “PHONE” screen, the screen
deactivate the private mode.
& Phone settings changes to the “Options” screen when you
End the call. This will return you to the select the key.
phone (menu) screen when ending You can transfer the phonebook informa-
outgoing calls and the previous tion and adjust the volume of your phone
&
4 screen when ending incoming calls.
This function is the same as pressing
using the Bluetooth phone system.
the on hook switch on the steering NOTE
wheel.
. The ringer volume for outgoing and
Open the call (dialpad) screen. For
&5 details about how to use the function,
refer to “By Dialpad” F5-75.
incoming calls, as well as the volume
while on hold or during a call are
controlled independently from the vo-
&
6
Switch the screen to the phone
(menu) screen. lume of the audio source. The volume
setting in the phone setting is applied.
Allow you to make DTMF (Dual Tone
. When making a call, receiving a call
&
7 Multi Frequency) calls. The numbers
you enter are sent as tone signals. or while talking on the phone, you can
adjust the volume by using the power/
NOTE Volume knob on the audio panel or the Options (volume settings) screen
. When cell phone call is changed to volume control switch on the steering
hands-free call, the hands-free screen wheel.
is displayed and its functions can be
operated on the screen.
. Changing between cell phone call
and hands-free call can be performed
Audio/Hands–free phone system 5-79
levels)
1. Select the “Download Contacts” or
“Download 1 Entry” key. Contacts are
NOTE transferred automatically.
. Depending on the type of phone, Contacts screen (Download selection) 2. Check that a confirmation screen is
certain functions may not be available. displayed when the operation is complete.
. Contact data is managed indepen- No. Function . This operation may be unnecessary
dently for every registered phone. depending on the type of cell phone.
Open the download confirmation
When one phone is connected, another screen. Confirm whether or not to . If another Bluetooth device is con-
phone’s registered data cannot be
read.
&
1
download. If the downloaded contact
(s) already
nected when transferring contact data,
depending on the phone, the con-
exist(s), confirm whether or not to
overwrite the existing data. nected Bluetooth device may need to
! Update contacts from phone be disconnected.
Operation methods differ between PBAP Download one set of contact data. To
(Phone Book Access Profile) compatible &
2 download the data, you need to
operate from the connected device.
and PBAP incompatible but OPP (Object
Push Profile) compatible Bluetooth &
3
Cancel the download. The screen
returns to the “Contacts” screen.
phones.
1. Display the “PHONE” screen. Refer to
“How to change the hands-free phone
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5-80 Audio/Voice command system
NOTE
To download all items, you may need to
change the settings in your cell phone
beforehand.
! Deleting the contact data
You can delete the phonebook data stored
in the audio set.
1. Display the “PHONE” screen. Refer to
“How to change the hands-free phone
system” F5-72.
2. Touch the “Contacts” key, and then
select the “Delete All” key.
3. Select the “OK” key when the con-
firmation screen appears.
Audio/Voice command system 5-81
& Voice command system op- steering wheel and try again.
eration . The notations used in the com-
mands are as follows.
1. Press the talk switch on the steering – < >: Numbers, titles or names to
wheel. be spoken
After the voice command top screen has
been displayed, speech guidance will ! Voice command example: Call
commence. name
1. Press the talk switch on the steering
wheel.
2. Say “Call <contacts>”.
. A confirmation screen will be dis-
played showing the recognition re-
Example (Say “PHONE”)
sults. If multiple matching items are
found, a selection screen will be
NOTE displayed. Say “<number>” or select
. Commands related with each func- the number.
tion are displayed on the screen of the
each function tab. Some commonly
used commands are displayed on the NOTE
screen of the main tab. Even if any tab . In the same manner as it is dis-
NOTE is selected, all commands can be played on the screen, “Call <con-
When the voice command mode is operated. tacts>”, after saying “Call a contact”
audio mode, voice guidance for the . Saying “Help” prompts guidance to say the name of a contact. For exam-
voice command system can be skipped offer examples of commands and op- ple: “Call a contact”, “John Smith” or
by pressing the talk switch on the eration methods. “Call a contact”, “Mary Davis”
steering wheel. . To cancel voice recognition, select . Short or abbreviated names in the
“6”, or press and hold the talk switch contacts list may not be recognized.
2. Say the command. on the steering wheel. Change names in the contacts list to
. If the system does not respond or full names.
the confirmation screen does not dis- . Sometimes a voice recognition re-
appear, press the talk switch on the sult confirmation screen will be dis-
played. After confirming the result, say
Audio/Voice command system 5-83
“Yes” or “No”. 4. Say “Dial” or press the off hook switch ! Casual speech recognization
. When the system recognizes multi- on the steering wheel. Due to natural language speech recogni-
ple names from the contacts list, a tion technology, this system enables re-
name candidate list will be displayed NOTE cognition of a command when spoken
on the screen. If the desired name is
not displayed on the top of the screen, . When the system recognizes multi- naturally. However, the system cannot
ple phone numbers, a phone number recognize every variation of each com-
say or select the number of the name mand. In some situations, it is possible to
from the candidate list (number 1, candidate list will be displayed on the
screen. Pressing the off hook switch on omit the command for the procedure and
number 2, etc.) to select a name from directly state the desired operation. Not all
the candidate list. the steering wheel makes a call to the
top entry on the list. If the desired voice commands are displayed in the
. When a contact has multiple phone function menu.
numbers registered in the contacts list, phone number is not displayed on the
top of the screen, say the number of
a candidate list will be displayed. If the
the desired phone number from the
NOTE
desired phone number is not displayed If the command cannot be recognized
on the top of the screen, say or select candidate list to select a phone number
from the candidate list. completely, the command input screen
the number of the desired phone will be displayed. (Search results will
number from the candidate list (num- . Calling to the following phone num-
bers be shown based on the part of the
ber 1, number 2, etc.) to select a phone command that was recognized.)
number from the candidate list. – 3 digit numbers (911, 411, 611)
– 7 digit numbers (Local phone ! Expression examples for each
! Voice command example: Dial numbers) function
number – 10 digit numbers (Area code +
1. Press the talk switch on the steering Local phone number) Command Expression examples
wheel. – 11 digit phone numbers (1 + Area
code + Local phone number) “Dial <phone num- Phone <phone num-
2. Say “Dial number”. ber>” ber>.
3. Say “Dial <number>”. . As the system cannot recognize
additional numbers, say the complete
For example, if the phone number is number without stopping.
2345678:
Say “two three four five six seven
eight”
Do not say “twenty three forty five sixty
seven eight”
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5-84 Audio/Voice command system
& Command list ! Basic command ! Commands for changing the audio
Recognizable voice commands and their mode
actions are shown below. Voice command Function
Go back one hierar- Voice command Function
NOTE chy or cancel the Change to AM Switch to AM mode
. Some voice commands may not be Back voice recognition
(voice command top Switch to AM mode
available depending on the market, screen) Change to AM1 band 1
vehicle specifications or the device
Ask for help with the Switch to AM mode
connection status. Help current task Change to AM2 band 2
. Frequently used commands are
listed in the following tables. Cancel, Close Cancel the current Change to FM Switch to FM mode
task
. For devices that are not installed in Switch to FM mode
Yes Change to FM1 band 1
the vehicle, the related commands will
not be displayed on the screen. Also, No Switch to FM mode
Change to FM2
according to conditions, other com- band 2
Display OFF Turns the display off
mands may not be displayed on the Switch to FM mode
screen. Turns the audio sys- Change to FM3 band 3
Audio ON tem on
. The functions available may vary Change to SiriusXM Switch to XM mode
according to the system installed. Audio OFF Turns the audio sys-
. Voice recognition language can be tem off Switch to Bluetooth
Change to BT Audio Audio mode
changed. Refer to “Unit settings” F5- STARLINK Switch to APPS mode
18. Change to CD Switch to CD mode
. The notations used in the com- Change to USB Switch to USB mode
mands are as follows.
Change to iPod Switch to iPod mode
– < >: Numbers, titles or
names to be spoken Change to aha Switch to aha radio
mode
– ( ): There is no need to
speak the command, the voice Change to Pandora Switch to Pandora
command system will recognize mode
the content. Change to AUX Switch to AUX mode
Audio/Voice command system 5-85
! Commands for hands-free phone ! Commands for Pandora ! Commands for AM/FM control
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5-86 Audio/Voice command system
! Commands for SiriusXM radio con- ! Commands for MP3/WMA/AAC, ! Commands for iPod Control
trol USB control
Voice command Function
Voice command Function Voice command Function
Track Up Select the next track
Designate the preset Track Up Select the next track
Preset <preset num- Track Down Select the current
ber> channel to switch to track
specific radio station Track Down Select the current
track
Repeat ? Repeat Select a repeat mode
Scan Switch to the scan One, Repeat All
mode Folder Up Plays from the start of
the next folder
Repeat One Repeat single track
Channel <Channel Designate the chan-
nel to switch to spe- Folder Down Plays from the start of
number> the previous folder Repeat All Repeat all tracks
cific radio station
Switch to the scan Shuffle ? Shuffle
Category ? Next Scan mode Track, Shuffle Album, Select
mode
a random play
(page), Previous Displays the category Shuffle OFF
(page), <1-5> ? Next list screen Repeat ? 1 Track
(page), Previous Repeat, Repeat Select a repeat mode Shuffle Track Shuffle all tracks
(page), <1-5> Folder, Repeat All Shuffle Album Shuffle all tracks
1 Track Repeat Repeat single track Shuffle OFF Turn off shuffle
! Commands for CD control Repeat Folder Repeat of the folder
Track Up Select the next track Shuffle ? Shuffle Select a random play
Folder, Shuffle All mode
Track Down Select the current
track Shuffle Folder Plays randomly of the
folder
Scan Switch to the scan
mode Shuffle All Plays randomly
What to do if...
& Troubleshooting
If there is a problem with the hands-free system or a Bluetooth device, first check the table below.
A Bluetooth connection cannot be Bluetooth function is not enabled on Enable the Bluetooth function on the cell phone. * —
made. the cell phone.
*: For details, refer to the owner’s manual that came with the cell phone.
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5-90 Audio/What to do if...
Phonebook data cannot be edited. Editing function is not available on this — — 5-78
system.
*: For details, refer to the owner’s manual that came with the cell phone.
Audio/What to do if... 5-91
In other situations
Page
Symptom Likely cause Solution Cell This
phone system
The cell phone is not close enough to Bring the cell phone closer to this system. — —
this system.
Turn the cell phone off, remove and reinstall
the battery pack, and then restart the cell * —
phone.
Even though all conceivable mea-
sures have been taken, the symptom Enable the cell phone’s Bluetooth connection. * —
status does not change. The cell phone is the most likely cause
of the symptom. Stop the cell phone’s security software and * —
close all applications.
Before using an application installed on the
cell phone, carefully check its source and how * —
its operation might affect this system.
*: For details, refer to the owner’s manual that came with the cell phone.
5-92 Audio/Appendix
Appendix http://www.clarion.com/us/en/support/in-
dex.html
& Certification
. iPod & Certification for the Hands-
. Bluetooth
“Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” free system
The Bluetooth word mark and logo are mean that an electronic accessory has This device complies with Part 15 of FCC
registered trademarks of Bluetooth SIG, been designed to connect specifically to Rules and Industry Canada licence-ex-
Inc. and any use of such marks by Clarion iPod or iPhone respectively, and has been empt RSS standard(s). Operation is sub-
Co., Ltd. is under license. certified by the developer to meet Apple ject to the following two conditions: (1)
performance standards. Apple is not This device may not cause harmful inter-
responsible for the operation of this device ference, and (2) this device must accept
or its compliance with safety and regula- any interference received, including inter-
. SiriusXM Satellite Radio (if tory standards. Please note that the use of ference that may cause undesired opera-
equipped) this accessory with iPod or iPhone may tion.
SiriusXMTM and all related marks and affect wireless performance.
Le présent appareil est conforme à la
logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, partie 15 des règles de la FCC et CNR
Inc. All rights reserved. iPod touch, and iTunes are trademarks of d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appa-
Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other reils radio exempts de licence. L’exploita-
countries. tion est autorisée aux deux conditions
suivantes : (1) l’appareil ne doit pas
. Pandora (if equipped) produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur
de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage
Pandora, the Pandora logo, and other . How to get the source code using radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage
Pandora marks are trademarks or regis- the open source
tered trademarks of Pandora Media, Inc., est susceptible d’en compromettre le
or its subsidiaries worldwide. This system implements software using fonctionnement.
If you have any issues with the Pandora the open source. For customers who This equipment complies with FCC/IC
application on your mobile phone, please would like to get the source code of the radiation exposure limits set forth for an
direct them to software, it is available by downloading it uncontrolled environment and meets the
pandora-support@pandora.com. from the web site of Clarion Co., Ltd. FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure
For details, refer to the following web site. Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65
and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency
Audio/Appendix 5-93
(RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has & Certification for Mexico mod-
very low levels of RF energy that it els
deemed to comply without maximum
permissive exposure evaluation (MPE). . IFETEL RCPCLPF14-250
Clarion PF-3547
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites . IFETEL RCPCLPF14-253
d’exposition aux rayonnements énoncées Clarion PF-3688
pour un environnement non contrôlé et
respecte les lignes directrices d’exposition
aux fréquences radioélectriques de la
FCC dans le Supplément C à OET65 et
d’exposition aux fréquences radioélectri-
ques (RF) CNR-102 de l’IC. Cet équipe-
ment émet une énergie RF très faible qui
est considérée conforme sans évaluation
de l’exposition maximale autorisée.
FCC CAUTION
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate the equipment.
This transmitter must not be co-located or
operated in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
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Interior equipment
Interior lights DOOR: The dome light illuminates auto- & Cargo area light
matically in the following cases.
. Any of the doors or the rear gate is
CAUTION opened.
. The doors or the rear gate are un-
When leaving your vehicle, make locked using the keyless access function
sure the lights are turned off to (if equipped). Refer to “Locking and
avoid battery discharge. unlocking with “keyless access” entry
function” F2-13.
. The doors or the rear gate are un-
& Dome light locked using the remote keyless entry
system. Refer to “Remote keyless entry
system” F2-21.
. The ignition switch is turned from the
“ACC” position to the “LOCK”/“OFF” posi- 1) ON
tion. 2) OFF
ON: The light illuminates when the rear
gate is opened. The light remains illumi-
nated for several seconds and gradually
turns off after the rear gate is closed.
OFF: The light remains off.
1) ON
2) DOOR
3) OFF
The dome light switch has the following
three positions.
ON: The light remains on continuously.
OFF: The light remains off.
Interior equipment/Interior lights 6-3
& Map lights ! Door interlock switch illuminate when only the rear gate is
opened.)
. The doors are unlocked using the
keyless access function (if equipped).
Refer to “Locking and unlocking with
“keyless access” entry function” F2-13.
. The doors are unlocked using the
remote keyless entry system. Refer to
“Remote keyless entry system” F2-21.
. The ignition switch is turned from the
“ACC” position to the “LOCK”/“OFF” posi-
tion.
the lights turn off immediately. Sun visors & Sun visor extension plate
. The ignition switch is turned from the
“LOCK”/“OFF” position to the “ACC” or
“ON” position.
. All doors and the rear gate are locked
using the keyless access function (if
equipped).
. All doors and the rear gate are locked
using the remote keyless entry system.
The setting for the period of time in which
the lights remain on (OFF delay timer) can
be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Con-
tact your SUBARU dealer for details. For
models with multi function display, the
With the sun visor positioned over the side
setting can be changed by operating the
To block out glare, swing down the visors. window, you can use the sun visor
multi function display. For details, refer to
To use the sun visor at a side window, extension plate to prevent glare through
“Interior light off delay timer setting” F3-
swing it down and move it sideways. the gap between the sun visor and center
84.
pillar. To use the extension plate, pull it
toward the rear of the vehicle. When you
have finished using it, stow it by pushing it
toward the front of the vehicle.
Interior equipment/Sun visors 6-5
CAUTION
Do not pull out the extension plate
with the sun visor positioned over
the windshield. The extension plate
would obstruct your view of the
rearview mirror.
To use the vanity mirror, swing down the To use the vanity mirror, swing down the
sun visor and open the vanity mirror cover. sun visor and open the vanity mirror cover.
The light beside the vanity mirror illumi-
nates when the mirror cover is opened.
NOTE
Use of the vanity mirror light for a long
period of time while the engine is not
running can cause battery discharge.
6-6 Interior equipment/Storage compartment
NOTE
. The shape of the front passenger’s
cup holder may be slightly different
depending on the model.
. With the divider taken out, the cup
holder can be used as a storage box.
Bottle holders trim can be used to hold a beverage bottle Accessory power outlets
and other items.
CAUTION
. Do not pick up a bottle from the
bottle holder or put a bottle in the
holder while you are driving, as
this may distract you and lead to
an accident.
. When placing a beverage in a
bottle holder, make sure it is
capped. Otherwise, the beverage
could spill when opening/closing
the door or while driving and, if
the beverage is hot, it could burn Power outlet below the climate control
you and/or your passengers.
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6-10 Interior equipment/Accessory power outlets
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6-12 Interior equipment/Floor mat
Floor mat (if equipped) . Do not use more than one floor
mat.
CAUTION CAUTION
Do not hang items on the shopping . Do not hang items on the con-
bag hook that weigh 6 lbs (3 kg) or venient hook that weigh 6 lbs (3
more. kg) or more. Depending on the
conditions of use (for example, in
low temperatures, etc.), the rear
gate may lower even with lighter
loads. However, this is not a
malfunction. Be careful not to
hit your head or other body parts. A convenient hook is attached to the rear
. When using the convenient hook, gate trim. When the rear gate is open, you
do not try to close the rear gate. can hang a candle lantern, wet suit, etc.
Doing so may cause the item on on the hook.
the hook to be jammed in the rear
gate and damaged. Remove the
item from the hook before clos-
ing the rear gate.
& To remove the cover housing & Stowage of the cargo area
1. Rewind the cover. cover
The cargo area cover can be stowed in
under the cargo floor.
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6-16 Interior equipment/Cargo tie–down hooks
& To install the cover housing side and shorten the bar. Cargo tie-down hooks
3. Insert the other protrusion into the
recess of the other retainer.
CAUTION
The cargo tie-down hooks are de-
signed only for securing light cargo.
Never try to secure cargo that
exceeds the capacity of the hooks.
The maximum load capacity is 44
lbs (20 kg) per hook.
of the image on the monitor is fire or electric shock may occur. dry cloth.
limited, you should always check . If mud or snow sticks to or is . When waxing the vehicle, be careful
the rear view and the surround- frozen on the camera, you must not to apply the wax to the camera. If it
ing area with your eyes and be very careful when removing it. comes in contact with the camera,
mirrors, and move backward at Otherwise, damage to the camera moisten a clean cloth with a diluted
a slow speed. Moving backward may cause a fire or electric neutral detergent to remove the wax.
only by checking the rear view shock. Pour water or lukewarm . The camera lens has a hard coating
image from the camera could water over the camera to remove to help prevent scratches. However,
cause an accident. mud and ice, and wipe it with a when washing the vehicle or cleaning
. Do not disassemble or modify the soft, dry cloth. the camera lens, be careful not to
camera, switch or wiring. If scratch the camera lens. Do not use a
. Do not put a flame close to the washing brush directly on the camera
smoke comes out or you smell camera or wiring. Otherwise, da-
a strange odor, stop using the lens. The image quality of the rear view
mage or fire may occur. camera may deteriorate.
rear view camera immediately.
Contact your SUBARU dealer . When replacing the fuse, be sure . Strong light shined on the camera
for an inspection. Continued use to use a fuse with the specified lens may develop vertical lines around
may result in accident, fire or rating. Use of a fuse with a the light source. This is not a malfunc-
electric shock. different rating may result in a tion.
malfunction. . Under fluorescent light, the display
. If the rear view camera is used for may flicker. However, this is not a
CAUTION a long time while the engine is malfunction.
not operated, the battery may . The image of the rear view camera
. If your vehicle is washed with a become completely discharged. may be slightly different from the
high-pressure washer, do not actual color of the objects.
allow water to contact the camera
directly. Entry of water into the NOTE & How to use the rear view
camera lens may result in con- . Do not wipe the camera with alcohol, camera
densation, malfunction, fire or benzine or paint thinner. Otherwise,
electric shock. discoloration may occur. To remove When the shift lever/select lever is set to
“R”, the rear view camera automatically
. Since the camera is a precision contamination, wipe the camera with a
displays the rear view image from the
device, do not subject it to strong cloth moistened with a diluted neutral
detergent and then wipe it with a soft, vehicle. When the lever is set to other
impacts. Otherwise, malfunction, positions, the image before setting to “R”
Interior equipment/Rear view camera 6-19
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6-20 Interior equipment/Rear view camera
Also, the image from the rear view camera wide projection on its upper part such as a image.
looks shorter than the actual distance. sign pole behind the vehicle, the projec-
tion cannot be seen on the screen. CAUTION
1) 3 feet (1 m) 1) 3 feet (1 m)
The distance on the screen looks farther The distance on the screen looks nearer
than the actual distance. 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
upward slope.
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6-22 Interior equipment/Rear view camera
1) 3 feet (1 m) line
2) 10 feet (3 m) line
The distance marker shows the distance
on the road. If there is a car or other object
close behind, distance cannot be correctly
displayed.
Starting and operating
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch................. 7-41 BSD/RCTA (if equipped) .................................... 7-58
X-mode (if equipped).......................................... 7-42 System features................................................. 7-58
To activate/deactivate the X-mode....................... 7-43 System operation............................................... 7-60
Hill descent control function ............................... 7-44 BSD/RCTA approach indicator light/warning
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) buzzer ............................................................. 7-61
(U.S.-spec. models) ......................................... 7-46 BSD/RCTA warning indicator.............................. 7-63
Parking your vehicle .......................................... 7-47 BSD/RCTA OFF switch ....................................... 7-64
Parking brake..................................................... 7-47 Certification for the BSD/RCTA........................... 7-65
Parking tips ....................................................... 7-48 Handling of radar sensors.................................. 7-65
Hill start assist system ...................................... 7-49 Reverse Automatic Braking System (if
To activate/deactivate the Hill start assist equipped) ........................................................ 7-66
system............................................................. 7-50 Reverse Automatic Braking System overview ..... 7-67
Hill start assist warning light/Hill start assist OFF Operating conditions ......................................... 7-67
indicator light................................................... 7-52 Reverse Automatic Braking System
Cruise control (if equipped)............................... 7-53 operation......................................................... 7-69
To set cruise control .......................................... 7-53 Canceling the Reverse Automatic Braking system
To temporarily cancel the cruise control ............. 7-55 operation......................................................... 7-72
To turn off the cruise control .............................. 7-55 Reverse Automatic Braking system ON/OFF
setting............................................................. 7-72
To change the cruising speed ............................. 7-55
RAB warning indicator ....................................... 7-73
Cruise control indicator light .............................. 7-57
Handling of the sonar sensors ........................... 7-73
Cruise control set indicator light......................... 7-57
Starting and operating/Fuel 7-3
problem is fuel related before returning Oxygenated blend fuels, such as MTBE Methanol can be used in your vehicle
your vehicle to an authorized dealer for (Methyl Tertiary Butyl ether) or ethanol ONLY if it does not exceed 5% of the fuel
service. (ethyl or grain alcohol) may be used in mixture AND if it is accompanied by
! MMT your vehicle, but should contain no more sufficient quantities of the proper cosol-
than 15% MTBE or 10% ethanol for the vents and corrosion inhibitors required to
Some gasoline contains an octane-en- proper operation of your SUBARU. prevent damage to the fuel system. Do not
hancing additive called MMT (Methylcy- use fuel containing methanol EXCEPT
clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl). If Do not use any gasoline that contains under these conditions.
you use such fuels, your emission control more than 10% ethanol, including from
any pump labeled E15, E30, E50 or E85 . If undesirable driveability problems are
system performance may deteriorate and
(which are only some examples of fuel experienced and you suspect they may be
the CHECK ENGINE warning light/Mal-
containing more than 10% ethanol). fuel related, try a different brand of gaso-
function indicator light may turn on. If this
line before seeking service at your
happens, return to your authorized
In addition, some gasoline suppliers are SUBARU dealer.
SUBARU Dealer for service. If it is
determined that the condition is caused
now producing reformulated gasolines, . Fuel system damage or driveability
which are designed to reduce vehicle problems which result from the use of
by the type of fuel used, repairs may not
emissions. SUBARU approves the use of improper fuel are not covered under the
be covered by your warranty.
reformulated gasoline. SUBARU Limited Warranty.
! Gasoline for cleaner air
If you are not sure what the fuel contains,
Your use of gasoline with detergent CAUTION
you should ask your service station
additives will help prevent deposits from
operators if their gasolines contain deter- Do not let fuel spill on the exterior
forming in your engine and fuel system.
gents and oxygenates and if they have surfaces of the vehicle. Because
This helps keep your engine in tune and
been reformulated to reduce vehicle emis- fuel may damage the paint, be sure
your emission control system working
sions. to wipe off any spilled fuel quickly.
properly, and is a way of doing your part
for cleaner air. If you continuously use a As additional guidance, only use fuels Paint damage caused by spilled fuel
high quality fuel with the proper detergent suited for your vehicle as explained in the is not covered under the SUBARU
and other additives, you should never following description. Limited Warranty.
need to add any fuel system cleaning . Fuel should be unleaded and have an
agents to your fuel tank. octane rating no lower than that specified
Many gasolines are now blended with in this manual.
materials called oxygenates. Use of these . Methanol (methyl or wood alcohol) is
fuels can also help keep the air cleaner. sometimes mixed with unleaded gasoline.
Starting and operating/Fuel 7-5
left. Do not remove the cap ping mechanism may not func- warning light/malfunction indicator
quickly. Fuel may be under pres- tion, causing fuel to overflow the light may illuminate. Refer to “CHECK
sure and spray out of the fuel tank and creating a fire hazard. ENGINE warning light/Malfunction in-
filler neck, especially in hot . Stop refueling when the auto- dicator light” F3-16.
weather. If you hear a hissing matic stop mechanism on the
sound while you are removing fuel nozzle activates. If you con- CAUTION
the cap, wait for the sound to tinue to add fuel, temperature
stop and then slowly open the changes or other conditions . Never add any cleaning agents to
cap to prevent fuel from spraying may cause fuel to overflow from the fuel tank. The addition of a
out and creating a fire hazard. the tank and create a fire hazard. cleaning agent may cause da-
mage to the fuel system.
4. Stop filling the tank after the fuel filler . After refueling, turn the cap to the
pump automatically stops. Do not add any right until it clicks to ensure that
more fuel. it is fully tightened. If the cap is
5. Put the cap back on, turn it clockwise not securely tightened, fuel may
until you hear a clicking noise. Be certain leak out while the vehicle is being
not to catch the tether under the cap while driven or fuel spillage could
tightening. occur in the event of an accident,
creating a fire hazard.
6. Close the fuel filler lid completely.
If you spill any fuel on the painted surface, . Do not let fuel spill on the exterior
rinse it off immediately. Otherwise, the surfaces of the vehicle. Because
painted surface could be damaged. fuel may damage the paint, be
sure to wipe off any spilled fuel
quickly. Paint damage caused by
3. Set the fuel filler cap on the cap holder NOTE spilled fuel is not covered under
inside the fuel filler lid. . You will see the “ ” sign in the fuel the SUBARU Limited Warranty.
gauge. This indicates that the fuel filler . Always use a genuine SUBARU
WARNING door (lid) is located on the right side of fuel filler cap. If you use the
the vehicle.
. When refueling, insert the fuel wrong cap, it may not fit or have
. If the fuel filler cap is not tightened proper venting and your fuel tank
nozzle securely into the fuel filler
until it clicks or if the tether is caught and emission control system
pipe. If the nozzle is lifted or not
under the cap, the CHECK ENGINE may be damaged. It could also
fully inserted, its automatic stop-
Starting and operating/State emission testing (U.S. only) 7-7
lead to fuel spillage and a fire. State emission testing (U.S. have Inspection/Maintenance programs to
. Immediately put fuel in the tank inspect your vehicle’s emission control
only) system. If your vehicle does not pass this
whenever the low fuel warning
light illuminates. Engine misfires test, some states may deny renewal of
as a result of an empty tank WARNING your vehicle’s registration.
could cause damage to the en- Your vehicle is equipped with a computer
gine. Continuing to operate your Testing of an All-Wheel Drive model that monitors the performance of the
vehicle at an extremely low fuel must NEVER be performed on a engine’s emission control system. Certi-
level may result in a reduction of single two-wheel dynamometer. At- fied emission inspectors will inspect the
engine performance. tempting to do so will result in On-Board Diagnostic (OBDII) system as
uncontrolled vehicle movement and part of the state emission inspection
may cause an accident or injuries to process. The OBDII system is designed
persons nearby. to detect engine and transmission pro-
blems that might cause the vehicle emis-
sions to exceed allowable limits. OBDII
CAUTION inspections apply to all 1996 model year
. At state inspection time, remem- and newer passenger cars and trucks.
ber to tell your inspection or Over 30 states plus the District of Colum-
service station in advance not to bia have implemented emission inspec-
place your SUBARU AWD vehicle tion of the OBDII system.
on a two-wheel dynamometer. . The inspection of the OBDII system
Otherwise, serious transmission consists of a visual operational check of
damage will result. the “CHECK ENGINE” warning light/mal-
function indicator light (MIL) and an
. Resultant vehicle damage due to examination of the OBDII system with an
improper testing is not covered electronic scan tool.
under the SUBARU Limited War-
ranty and is the responsibility of . A vehicle passes the OBDII system
the state inspection program or inspection if proper operation of the
its contractors or licensees. “CHECK ENGINE” warning light is ob-
served, there are no stored diagnostic
California and a number of federal states trouble codes, and the OBDII readiness
monitors are all complete.
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7-8 Starting and operating/Preparing to drive
. A vehicle fails the OBDII inspection if The U.S. Environmental Protection Preparing to drive
the “CHECK ENGINE” warning light is not Agency (EPA) and states using two-wheel
properly operating (light is illuminated or is dynamometers in their emission testing
You should perform the following checks
not working due to a burned out bulb) or program have EXEMPTED SUBARU
and adjustments every day before you
there is one or more diagnostic trouble AWD vehicles from the portion of the
start driving.
codes stored in the vehicle’s computer. testing program that involves a two-wheel
1. Check that all windows, mirrors, and
. A state emission inspection may reject dynamometer. There are some states that
use four-wheel dynamometers in their lights are clean and unobstructed.
(not pass or fail) a vehicle if the number of
OBDII system readiness monitors “NOT testing program. When properly used, this 2. Check the appearance and condition
READY” is greater than one. If the equipment should not damage a SUBARU of the tires. Also check tires for proper
vehicle’s battery has been recently re- AWD vehicle. inflation.
placed or disconnected, the OBDII system 3. Look under the vehicle for any sign of
Under no circumstances should the rear leaks and check that no small animal is
inspection may indicate that the vehicle is wheels be jacked off the ground, nor
not ready for the emission test. Under this under the vehicle.
should the driveshaft be disconnected for
condition, the vehicle driver should be 4. Check that no small animal enters the
state emission testing.
instructed to drive his/her vehicle for a few engine compartment.
days to reset the readiness monitors and 5. Check that the hood and rear gate are
return for an emission re-inspection. fully closed.
. Owners of rejected or failing vehicles 6. Check the adjustment of the seat.
should contact their SUBARU Dealer for 7. Check the adjustment of the inside
service. and outside mirrors.
Some states still use dynamometers in 8. Fasten your seatbelt. Check that your
their emission inspection program. A passengers have fastened their seatbelts.
dynamometer is a treadmill or roller-like 9. Check the operation of the warning
testing device that allows your vehicle’s and indicator lights when the ignition
wheels to turn while the vehicle remains in switch is turned to the “ON” position.
one place. Prior to your vehicle being put 10. Check the gauges, indicator and warn-
on a dynamometer, tell your emission ing lights after starting the engine.
inspector not to place your SUBARU
AWD vehicle on a two-wheel dynam-
ometer. Otherwise, serious transmis-
sion damage will result.
Starting and operating/Starting and stopping the engine (models without push–button start system) 7-9
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7-10 Starting and operating/Starting and stopping the engine (models without push–button start system)
position and check the operation of the (4) If the engine still does not start, and the brake booster, making steer-
warning and indicator lights. Refer to contact your nearest SUBARU dealer ing and braking more difficult. It
“Warning and indicator lights” F3-13. for assistance. could also result in accidental acti-
5. Turn the ignition switch to the “START” 6. Confirm that all warning and indicator vation of the “LOCK” position on the
position without depressing the accelera- lights have turned off after the engine has ignition switch, causing the steering
tor pedal. Release the key immediately started. The fuel injection system auto- wheel to lock.
after the engine has started. matically lowers the idle speed as the
engine warms up.
If the engine does not start, try the
following procedure. While the engine is warming up, make
(1) Turn the ignition switch to the sure that the select lever is at the “P” or
“OFF” position and wait for at least “N” position and that the parking brake is
10 seconds. After checking that the applied.
parking brake is firmly set, turn the
ignition switch to the “START” position CAUTION
while depressing the accelerator pedal
slightly (approximately a quarter of the If you restart the engine while the
full stroke). Release the accelerator vehicle is moving, shift the select
pedal as soon as the engine starts. lever into the “N” position. Do not
(2) If this fails to start the engine, turn attempt to place the select lever of a
the ignition switch back to the “OFF” moving vehicle into the “P” posi-
position and wait for at least 10 tion.
seconds. Then fully depress the accel-
erator pedal and turn the ignition & Stopping the engine
switch to the “START” position. If the The ignition switch should be turned off
engine starts, quickly release the only when the vehicle is stopped and the
accelerator pedal. engine is idling.
(3) If this fails to start the engine, turn
the ignition switch again to the “OFF” WARNING
position. After waiting for 10 seconds
or longer, turn the ignition switch to the Do not stop the engine when the
“START” position without depressing vehicle is moving. This will cause
the accelerator pedal. loss of power to the power steering
7-12 Starting and operating/Starting and stopping engine (models with push–button start system)
Charge the battery. 4. Depress the brake pedal until the & Stopping engine
. After the engine starts, the engine operation indicator on the push-button
speed will be kept high until the engine ignition switch turns green. When starting 1. Stop the vehicle completely.
has warmed up sufficiently. with the select lever in the “N” position, the 2. Move the select lever to the “P”
indicator does not turn green. position.
5. While depressing the brake pedal, 3. Press the push-button ignition switch.
press the push-button ignition switch. The engine will stop, and the power will be
switched off.
NOTE
. While pressing the select lever but- WARNING
ton in, the indicator on the push-button
. Do not touch the push-button
ignition switch will not turn green even
ignition switch during driving.
when the select lever is in the “P”
position. When the push-button ignition
. In case the engine does not start by switch is operated as follows,
the normal engine start procedure, the engine will stop.
move the select lever to the “P” posi- – The switch is pressed and held
1) Operation indicator
tion, and switch the power to “ACC”. for 3 seconds or longer.
2) Push-button ignition switch
Depress the brake pedal, and press the – The switch is pressed briefly 3
When the push-button ignition switch is push-button ignition switch for at least
pressed while depressing the brake pedal, times or more in succession.
15 seconds. The engine may start. Only
the engine will start. The starting proce- use this engine start procedure in case When the engine stops, the brake
dure for the engine is as follows. of emergency. booster will not function. A great-
. When the engine is not started, the er foot pressure will be required
1. Carry the access key, and sit in the on the brake pedal.
driver’s seat. brake pedal may feel stiff. In such a
case, depress the brake pedal more The power steering system will
2. Apply the parking brake.
forcefully than usual. Check that the not operate either. A greater
3. Shift the select lever into the “P” operation indicator on the push-button force will be required to steer,
position. The engine can also start when ignition switch turns green, and press and it may result in an accident.
the select lever is in the “N” position,
however, for safety reasons, start in the
the push-button ignition switch to start . If the engine stops during driving,
the engine. do not operate the push-button
“P” position.
ignition switch or open any of the
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7-14 Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option)
doors until the vehicle is stopped Remote engine start system you to start the engine from outside the
in a safe location. It is dangerous vehicle. In addition, the remote engine
(dealer option) start system can activate the heater or air
because the steering lock may be
activated. Stop the vehicle in a conditioner, providing you with a comfor-
safe location, and contact a WARNING table cabin upon entry.
SUBARU dealer immediately.
. There are some general precau- & Models with “keyless access
tions when starting the engine. with push-button start sys-
CAUTION Carefully read the precautions tem”
described in “General precau-
. Do not stop the engine while the tions when starting engine” F7- NOTE
select lever is in a position other 9. For more details, refer to the Owner’s
than the “P” position. Manual supplement for the remote
. Do not remote start a vehicle in
. If the engine is stopped while the an enclosed environment (e.g. engine start system.
select lever is in a position other closed garage). Prolonged opera-
than the “P” position, the power tion of a motor vehicle in an
will be in “ACC”. If the vehicle is enclosed environment can cause
left in this condition, the battery a harmful build-up of Carbon
may be discharged. Monoxide. Carbon Monoxide is
harmful to your health. Exposure
to high levels of Carbon Monox-
NOTE ide can cause headaches, dizzi-
Although you can stop the engine by ness or in extreme cases uncon-
operating the push-button ignition sciousness and/or death.
switch, do not stop the engine during
driving except in an emergency. . Before performing any servicing
of the vehicle, temporarily place
& When access key does not the remote engine start system in
Access key
operate properly service mode to prevent the
system from unexpectedly start- 1) Lock button
Refer to “Access key – if access key does ing the engine. An access key can be used as the remote
not operate properly” F9-17. engine start transmitter. Operate the lock
The remote engine start system allows button to start or stop the engine as
Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option) 7-15
operating range of the system and the start system will power off and then RPM
start request is received, the following attempt to start the engine 3 additional . The security alarm is triggered
phenomena will occur. times. The system will not attempt to . The select lever is not in the “P”
. The fob flashes and beeps once. restart the engine if it determines a vehicle position
. The horn sounds once. malfunction is preventing starting. If the
. The side marker lights, tail lights, and engine does not start after 3 additional If the system detects any door (including
parking lights flash once. attempts, the remote engine start request the rear gate) open during operation, it will
will be aborted. prevent starting or stop the engine, and
If the fob is not within range (the user is ! Stopping the engine sound the horn and flash side marker
too far away from the vehicle), the fob will lights, tail lights, and parking lights 6
Press and hold the fob button for at least 2 times.
indicate two long flashes without beeping.
seconds to stop the engine. The fob will
The system will check certain safety flash and beep three times, indicating the In addition to the items above, if the
preconditions before starting, and if all engine has stopped. If the stop request is vehicle’s engine management system
conditions are met, the engine will start not received (for example, if the user is too determines there is a safety risk due to a
within 5 seconds. After the engine starts, far away from the vehicle), the fob will vehicle-related problem, the vehicle will
the following phenomena will occur. continue to flash once every 3 seconds. power down and the horn will sound 3
. The fob flashes and beeps twice. The system will automatically stop the times.
. The horn sounds once. engine after 15 minutes.
NOTE
. The side marker lights, tail lights, and ! Remote start safety features
. If the alarm system is armed at the
parking lights flash once. For safety and security reasons, the time of remote engine starter activation
remote engine start system will prevent (the security indicator light on the
While the engine is idling via the remote starting (or stop the engine if running) and
engine start system, the following phe- combination meter is flashing), the
sound the horn twice if any of the following alarm system will remain armed
nomena will occur. conditions is detected. In addition, the fob throughout the remote start run cycle.
. The side marker lights, tail lights, and will flash and beep 3 times. . If the alarm system is disarmed at
parking lights remain illuminated. . The brake pedal is depressed the time of remote engine starter
. The fob button flashes once every 3 . A key is in the ignition switch activation (the security indicator light
seconds.
. The engine hood is open on the combination meter is not flash-
. The power windows are disabled. ing), the alarm system will remain
. The remote start system “Service
mode” is engaged disarmed throughout the remote start
If the engine turns over but does not start
. The engine idle speed exceeds 3,500 run cycle.
(or starts and stalls) the remote engine
Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option) 7-17
! Remote start operation - fob con-
firmation
Your remote engine starter fob is a
bidirectional transceiver that can confirm
system operation with several different
visual and audible indications. The fob’s
LED-backlit button and internal piezo
buzzer will indicate status of the system
using the following flash and beep se-
quences, provided the fob is within opera-
tional range of the system.
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7-18 Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option)
Fob Indication
Precondition Meaning
Flash Beep
Fob start button is being pressed Continuous while button is — The fob is transmitting an RF signal
held down
1 flash 1 beep Engine start request received
2 flashes 2 beeps Engine started successfully
User attempts to start engine by pressing fob 1 flash every 3 sec — Engine idling
button twice within 3 sec
3 flashes 3 beeps Vehicle is in range but engine not started
2 long flashes — Vehicle not in range (engine not started)
1 flash every 3 sec — Engine idling
Engine idling by remote engine start operation Engine stopped by system timeout or for safety
3 flashes 3 beeps reasons (see sections above)
User attempts to stop engine by pressing and 3 flashes 3 beeps Engine stopped by user request
holding fob button for at least 2 sec. 1 flash every 3 sec — Stop request not received. Engine still idling.
Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option) 7-19
& Entering the vehicle while it button start system”, press the push- To engage or disengage service mode:
is running via remote start button ignition switch while depressing 1. Enter the vehicle and close all vehicle
the brake pedal to restart the engine. doors and the rear gate.
1. Unlock the vehicle doors using the
keyless access function (if equipped) or 2. Verify that the select lever is in the “P”
remote keyless entry system. If the vehi-
& Entering the vehicle follow- position (CVT models)
cle’s doors are unlocked manually using ing remote engine start shut- 3. Depress and hold the brake pedal
the key, the vehicle’s alarm system will down 4. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON”
trigger (if the alarm system is armed prior An alarm trigger may occur if the vehicle is position
to activating the remote engine start opened by the remote keyless entry 5. Press and release the remote engine
system) and the engine will turn off. transmitter within a few seconds immedi- start transmitter “ ” button three times.
Perform either of the following procedures ately following remote engine start shut- The system will honk the vehicle’s horn
to disarm the alarm system. Refer to down. each time the button is pressed.
“Alarm system” F2-25. 6. The system will pause for 1 second
. Insert the key into the ignition switch & Pre-heating or pre-cooling then honk the vehicle’s horn three times to
and turn it to the “ON” position (models the interior of the vehicle indicate that the service mode has been
without “keyless access with push- Before exiting the vehicle, set the tem- engaged or honk one time to indicate that
button start system”) perature controls to the desired setting the service mode has been disengaged.
. Turn the push-button ignition switch and operation. After the system starts the
to the “ACC” or “ON” position (models engine, the heater or air conditioning will NOTE
with “keyless access with push-button activate and heat or cool the interior to
start system”) When taking your vehicle in for service,
your setting. it is recommended that you inform the
. Press any button on the access key/
service personnel that your vehicle is
remote keyless entry transmitter. & Service mode (models with- equipped with a remote engine start
2. Enter the vehicle. out “keyless access with system.
3. The engine will shut down when any push-button start system”)
door or rear gate is opened.
In service mode, the remote engine start
4. For models without “keyless access
function is temporarily disabled to prevent
with push-button start system”, insert the
the system from unexpectedly starting the
key into the ignition switch and turn to the
engine while being serviced.
“START” position to restart the engine. For
models with “keyless access with push-
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7-20 Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option)
& Remote transmitter program honk the horn one time, indicating that the ! Changing the battery
(models without “keyless ac- system has learned the transmitter. Upon
cess with push-button start successful programming, the remote start CAUTION
confirmation transmitter button will flash
system”) one time. . Do not let dust, oil or water get on
New transmitters can be programmed to 7. Repeat step 5 for any additional or in the remote engine start
the remote engine start system in the transmitters (the system will accept up to transmitter when replacing the
event that a transmitter is lost, stolen, eight transmitters). battery.
damaged or additional transmitters are
8. The system will exit the transmitter . Be careful not to damage the
desired (the system will accept up to eight
learn mode if the key is turned to the printed circuit board in the re-
transmitters). New remote engine start
“LOCK” position, the door is closed or mote engine start transmitter
transmitters can be programmed accord-
after 2 minutes. when replacing the battery.
ing to the following procedure.
. Be careful not to allow children to
1. Open the driver’s door (the driver’s & System maintenance touch the battery and any re-
door must remain opened throughout the moved parts; children could
entire process). NOTE
swallow them.
2. Depress and hold the brake pedal. For models without “keyless access
with push-button start system”: . There is a danger of explosion if
3. Turn the ignition switch to “ON” then an incorrect replacement battery
“LOCK”, back to “ON” then “LOCK”, back In the event that the vehicle’s battery is
replaced, discharged or disconnected, is used. Replace only with the
to “ON” then “LOCK”, then back to “ON” same or equivalent type of bat-
again and leave the ignition “ON” through- it will be necessary to start the vehicle
a minimum of one time using the key tery.
out the programming process.
prior to activating the remote engine . Batteries should not be exposed
4. The system will flash the side marker to excessive heat such as sun-
start system. This is required to allow
lights, tail lights and parking lights and shine, fire or the like.
the vehicle electronic systems to re-
honk the horn three times, indicating that
synchronize.
the system has entered the transmitter For models with “keyless access with
learn mode. push-button start system”:
5. Press and release the “ ” button on Perform the procedure described in “Re-
the transmitter that you want to program. placing battery of access key” F11-45.
6. The system will flash the side marker
lights, tail lights and parking lights and
Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option) 7-21
2. Carefully pry the remote engine start 3. Remove the circuit board from the
transmitter halves apart using a small flat- bottom half of the case and remove the
head screwdriver. battery and replace with a new one. Be
sure to observe the (+) sign on the old
battery before removing it to ensure that
the new battery is inserted properly
(battery “+” should be pointed away from
the transmitter circuit board on the bat-
tery).
4. Carefully snap the case halves back
together, reinstall the phillips screw and
1. Remove the small phillips screw lo- test the remote engine start system.
cated on the back side of the transmitter.
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7-22 Starting and operating/Manual transmission
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7-24 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission
& Driving tips The engine may, on rare occasions, knock Continuously variable trans-
when the vehicle rapidly accelerates or
rapidly pulls away from a standstill. This
mission
CAUTION
phenomenon is not an indication of a
If the accelerator and brake pedals problem in your vehicle. The continuously variable transmission is
are depressed at the same time, electronically controlled and provides an
driving torque may be restrained. infinite number of forward speeds and 1
This is not a malfunction. reverse speed. For some models, it also
has a manual mode or an “L” position.
Do not drive with your foot resting on the
clutch pedal and do not use the clutch to WARNING
hold your vehicle at a standstill on an Do not shift from the “P” or “N”
upgrade. Either of those actions may position into the “D” or “R” position
cause clutch damage. while depressing the accelerator
Do not drive with your hand resting on the pedal. This may cause the vehicle
shift lever. This may cause wear on the to jump forward or backward.
transmission components.
When it is necessary to reduce vehicle
speed due to slow traffic, turning corners, CAUTION
or driving up steep hills, downshift to a . Shift into the “P” or “R” position
lower gear before the engine starts to only after the vehicle is comple-
labor. tely stopped. Shifting while the
On steep downgrades, downshift the vehicle is moving may cause
transmission to 5th, 4th, 3rd or 2nd gear damage to the transmission.
as necessary; this helps to maintain a safe . Do not race the engine for more
speed and to extend brake pad life. than 5 seconds in any position
In this way, the engine provides a braking except the “N” or “P” position
effect. Remember, if you “ride” (over use) when the brake is applied or
the brakes while descending a hill, they when chocks are used in the
may overheat and not work properly. wheels. This may cause the
transmission fluid to overheat.
Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission 7-25
. Never move the vehicle rearward driveability. The gearshift timing will . The continuously variable transmis-
by inertia with the select lever set automatically shift to the normal timing sion is a chain type system that
in a forward driving position or after the engine has warmed up. provides superior transmission effi-
move the vehicle forward by . Immediately after transmission fluid ciency for maximum fuel economy. At
inertia with the select lever set is replaced, you may feel that the times, depending on varying driving
in the “R” position. Doing so may transmission operation is somewhat conditions, a chain operating noise
result in an unexpected accident unusual. This results from invalidation may be heard that is characteristic of
or malfunction. of data which the on-board computer this type of system.
. Avoid shifting from one of the has collected and stored in memory to
forward driving positions into the allow the transmission to shift at the & Select lever
“R” position or vice versa until most appropriate times for the current
the vehicle has completely condition of your vehicle. Optimized
stopped. Such shifting may shifting will be restored as the vehicle
cause damage to the transmis- continues to be driven for a while.
sion. . When driving a CVT model under
continuous heavy load conditions such
. When parking the vehicle, first as when towing a camper or climbing a
securely apply the parking brake long, steep hill, the engine speed or the
and then place the select lever in vehicle speed may automatically be
the “P” position. Avoid parking reduced. This is not a malfunction. This
for a long time with the select phenomenon results from the engine
lever in any other position as control function maintaining the cool-
doing so could result in a dead ing performance of the vehicle. The
battery. engine and vehicle speed will return to
Type A
a normal speed when the engine is able
1) Select lever button
NOTE to maintain the optimum cooling per-
formance after the heavy load de-
. When the engine coolant tempera- creases. Driving under a heavy load
ture is still low, the transmission will must be performed with extreme care.
upshift or downshift at higher engine Do not try to pass a vehicle in front
speeds than when the coolant tempera- when driving on an uphill slope while
ture is sufficiently high in order to towing.
shorten the warm-up time and improve
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7-26 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission
or foot brake is applied. controls the driving performance and & Selection of manual mode (if
engine braking while corresponding to equipped)
Avoid coasting with the transmission in the road grade.
neutral. Engine braking has no effect in
this condition. When more acceleration is required in the
“D” position, depress the accelerator
WARNING pedal fully to the floor and hold that
position. The transmission will automati-
Do not drive the vehicle with the cally downshift. In this case, the transmis-
select lever in the “N” (neutral) sion will operate like a conventional
position. Engine braking has no automatic transmission. When you re-
effect in this condition and the risk lease the pedal, the transmission will
of an accident is consequently in- return to the original gear position.
creased.
For models with manual mode, if one of
the shift paddles behind the steering
NOTE wheel is operated while driving in the “D” Type A
If the select lever is in the “N” position position, the transmission will temporarily
when you stop the engine for parking, switch to the manual mode. In this mode,
you may not subsequently be able to you can shift into any gear position using
move it to the “R” and “P” positions. If the shift paddles. For details about the
this happens, turn the ignition switch to manual mode, refer to “Selection of
the “ON” position. You will then be able manual mode” F7-27. Once the vehicle
to move the select lever to the “P” speed stabilizes, the transmission will
position. switch from the manual mode back to
the “D” position for normal driving.
! D (Drive)
This position is for normal driving. The
transmission shifts automatically and con-
tinuously into a suitable gear according to
the vehicle speed and the acceleration Type B
you require. Also, while driving up and
down a hill, the transmission assists and With the vehicle either moving or station-
ary, move the select lever from the “D”
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7-28 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission
position to the “M” position to select the upshift indicator “ ” illuminates, upshift-
manual mode. ing is possible. When the downshift
indicator “ ” illuminates, downshifting is
possible. When both indicators illuminate,
upshifting and downshifting are both pos-
sible. When the vehicle stops (for exam-
ple, at traffic signals), the downshift
indicator turns off.
Gearshifts can be performed using the
shift paddle behind the steering wheel.
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7-30 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission
. Only the “P” position allows you to turn select lever to the “P” position with the
the ignition switch from the “ACC” position select lever button pressed and brake
to the “LOCK”/“OFF” position and remove pedal depressed.
the key from the ignition switch.
. If the ignition switch is turned to the If you must perform the above procedure,
“LOCK”/“OFF” position while the select the shift lock system (or the vehicle control
lever is in the “N” position, the select lever system) may be malfunctioning. Contact a
may not be moved to the “P” position after SUBARU dealer for an inspection as soon
a period of time. Therefore, move the as possible.
select lever to the “P” position with the If the select lever does not move after
brake pedal depressed soon after the performing the above procedure, refer to
ignition switch is turned to the “LOCK”/ “Shift lock release using the shift lock
“OFF” position. release button” F7-30.
Type B combination meter
! Shift lock release using the shift
When selected, the indicator “L” will ! Shift lock release lock release button
illuminate on the combination meter. If the select lever cannot be operated, turn
Perform the following procedure to release
To deselect “L”, move the select lever to the ignition switch back to the “ON”
the shift lock.
the “D” position. position then move the select lever to the
“P” position with the select lever button 1. Apply the parking brake and stop the
pressed and brake pedal depressed. engine.
& Shift lock function
The shift lock function helps prevent the If the select lever does not move after
improper operation of the select lever. performing the above procedure, perform
. The select lever cannot be operated the following steps.
unless the ignition switch is turned to the . When the select lever cannot be
“ON” position and the brake pedal is shifted from “P” to “N”:
depressed. Refer to “Shift lock release using the shift
. The select lever cannot be moved from lock release button” F7-30.
the “P” position to any other position . When the select lever cannot be
before the brake pedal is depressed. shifted from “N” to “R”, “P”:
Depress the brake pedal first, and then Within 60 seconds after placing the igni-
operate the select lever. tion switch in the “ACC” position, move the
Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission 7-31
insert a screwdriver into the hole, press This phenomenon does not indicate a
the shift lock release button using a malfunction.
screwdriver, and then move the select
lever.
If the select lever does not move after
performing the above procedure, the shift
lock system may be malfunctioning. Con-
tact a SUBARU dealer for an inspection
as soon as possible.
& Driving tips
CAUTION
2. Wrap the tip of a flat-head screwdriver
with vinyl tape or a cloth and use it to If the accelerator and brake pedals
remove the shift lock cover. The shift lock are depressed at the same time,
release button is located under the shift driving torque may be restrained.
lock cover. This is not a malfunction.
power desired by those who want to make the following controls will be applied.
the driving experience their own personal
adventure. Uphill control: Prevents unnecessary
shift-up/shift-down during ascent.
& Sport Sharp (S#) mode Cornering control: While turning, if there
is a large centrifugal force, shift-up will not
! For maximum performance driving occur: during re-acceleration.
Braking control: At the beginning of
corners etc., heavy application of the
brake pedal will cause automatic down-
shift and gently re-accelerate.
Sudden acceleration return control:
Type B combination meter
During acceleration, if acceleration pedal
For sports-minded drivers, the Sport is returned suddenly (for example, at
Sharp (S#) mode offers an exhilarating corners etc.), shift-up will not be applied.
level of engine performance and control.
The throttle becomes more responsive
regardless of the engine speed. Delivering
maximum driving enjoyment, this mode is
Type A combination meter ideal for tackling twisting roads and for
merging or overtaking other vehicles on
the freeway with confidence.
When you select the Sport Sharp (S#)
mode while the select lever is in the “D”
position, the transmission gear ratio will
shift from variable speed to eight-speed.
The select lever/gear position indicator
display will change from “D” to the gear
position.
When selecting Sport Sharp (S#) mode,
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7-34 Starting and operating/Power steering
a loss of control of the vehicle. Keep ! Brake assist system cate any malfunctions, and the brake
driving straight ahead while gradually assist system is operating properly.
reducing speed. Then slowly pull off the WARNING . You might feel that the brake pedal
road to a safe location. is applied by lighter force and gener-
Do not be overconfident about the ates a greater braking force.
& Brake system brake assist. It is not a system that . You might hear an ABS operating
brings more braking ability to the noise from the engine compartment.
! Two separate circuits vehicle beyond its braking capabil-
Your vehicle has two separate circuit ity. Always use the utmost care
brake systems. Each circuit works diag- when driving regarding vehicle & Disc brake pad wear warning
onally across the vehicle. If one circuit of speed and safe distance. indicators
the brake system should fail, the other half
of the system still works. If one circuit fails,
the brake pedal will go down much closer CAUTION
to the floor than usual and you will need to
press it down much harder. And a much When you need to brake suddenly,
longer distance will be needed to stop the continue depressing the brake pedal
vehicle. strongly to bring the effect of the
brake assist.
! Brake booster
The brake booster uses engine manifold Brake assist is a driver assistance system.
vacuum to assist braking force. Do not It assists the brake power when the driver
turn off the engine while driving because cannot depress the brake pedal strongly
that will turn off the brake booster, result- and the brake power is insufficient.
ing in poor braking power. Brake assist generates the brake power The disc brake pad wear warning indica-
The brakes will continue to work even according to the speed at which the driver tors on the disc brakes give a warning
when the brake booster completely stops depresses the brake pedal. noise when the brake pads are worn.
functioning. If this happens, however, you If a squeaking or scraping noise is heard
will have to depress the pedal much NOTE
from the disc brakes while braking, im-
harder than normal and the braking dis- When you depress the brake pedal
mediately have your vehicle checked by
tance will increase. strongly or suddenly, the following
your SUBARU dealer.
phenomena occur. However, even
though these occur, they do not indi-
Starting and operating/ABS (Anti–lock Brake System) 7-37
ABS (Anti-lock Brake Sys- following distance from other caused by an automatic functional test of
vehicles. the ABS being carried out and does not
tem) indicate a malfunction.
. When driving on badly surfaced
roads, gravel roads, icy roads, or
The ABS prevents the lock-up of wheels
over deep newly fallen snow, & ABS warning light
which may occur during sudden braking or
braking on slippery road surfaces. This stopping distances may be long- Refer to “ABS warning light” F3-21.
helps prevent the loss of steering control er for a vehicle with the ABS than
and directional stability caused by wheel one without. When driving under
lock-up. these conditions, therefore, re-
duce your speed and leave ample
When the ABS is operating, you may hear distance from other vehicles.
a chattering noise or feel a slight vibration . When tire chains are installed,
in the brake pedal. This is normal when stopping distances may be long-
the ABS operates. er for a vehicle with the ABS than
The ABS will not operate when the vehicle one without. Be sure to reduce
speed is below approximately 6 mph (10 your speed and maintain a safe
km/h). distance from the vehicle in front.
. When you feel the ABS operating,
WARNING you should maintain constant
brake pedal pressure. Do not
Always use the utmost care in pump the brake pedal since
driving – overconfidence because doing so may defeat the opera-
you are driving a vehicle with the tion of the ABS.
ABS could easily lead to a serious
accident.
& ABS self-check
CAUTION Just after the vehicle is started, you may
feel on the brake pedal a vibration similar
. The ABS does not always de- to when the ABS operates, and you may
crease stopping distance. You also hear the sound of the ABS working
should always maintain a safe from the engine compartment. This is
7-38 Starting and operating/Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system
Electronic Brake Force Dis- & Steps to take if EBD system system warning light and ABS warning
malfunctions light illuminate simultaneously.
tribution (EBD) system
The EBD system may be malfunctioning if
The EBD system maximizes the effective- the brake system warning light and ABS
ness of the brakes by allowing the rear warning light illuminate simultaneously
brakes to supply a greater proportion of during driving.
the braking force. It functions by adjusting Even if the EBD system malfunctions, the
the distribution of braking force to the rear conventional braking system will still func-
wheels in accordance with the vehicle’s tion. However, the rear wheels will be
loading condition and speed. more prone to locking when the brakes
The EBD system is an integral part of the are applied harder than usual and the
ABS and uses some of the ABS compo- vehicle’s motion may therefore become
nents to perform its function of optimizing somewhat harder to control.
the distribution of braking force. If any of If the brake system warning light and ABS
the ABS components used by the EBD warning light illuminate simultaneously,
Brake and ABS warning light (type A)
system malfunction, the EBD system also take the following steps.
stops working. 1. Stop the vehicle in the nearest safe,
When the EBD system is operating, you flat location.
may hear a chattering noise or feel a slight 2. Apply the parking brake and turn off
vibration in the brake pedal. This is normal the engine.
and does not indicate a malfunction. 3. Restart the engine.
4. Release the parking brake.
Even if both warning lights turn off:
The EBD system may be malfunctioning.
Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU
dealer and have the system inspected.
If both warning lights illuminate again
Brake and ABS warning light (type B) and remain illuminated after restarting
If a malfunction occurs in the EBD system, the engine:
the system stops working and the brake 1. Turn off the engine again.
Starting and operating/Vehicle Dynamics Control system 7-39
2. Apply the parking brake. Vehicle Dynamics Control namics Control is no guarantee
3. Check the brake fluid level. For details system that full vehicle control will be
about checking the brake fluid level, refer maintained at all times and under
to “Checking the fluid level” F11-18. all conditions, its activation
WARNING should be seen as a sign that
. If the brake fluid level is not below the the speed of the vehicle should
“MIN” mark, the EBD system may be be reduced considerably.
malfunctioning. Drive carefully to the Always use the utmost care in
nearest SUBARU dealer and have the driving – overconfidence because . Whenever suspension compo-
system inspected. you are driving a vehicle with the nents, steering components, or
Vehicle Dynamics Control system an axle are removed from a
. If the brake fluid level is below the could easily lead to a serious acci- vehicle, have an inspection of
“MIN” mark, DO NOT drive the vehicle. dent. that system performed by an
Instead, have the vehicle towed to the authorized SUBARU dealer.
nearest SUBARU dealer for repair.
. The following precautions should
CAUTION be observed in order to ensure
WARNING
. Even if your vehicle is equipped that the Vehicle Dynamics Con-
. Driving with the brake system with Vehicle Dynamics Control trol system is operating properly:
warning light illuminated is dan- system, winter tires should be – All four wheels should be
gerous. This indicates your brake used when driving on snow-cov- fitted with tires of the same
system may not be working ered or icy roads; in addition, size, type, and brand. Further-
properly. If the light remains vehicle speed should be reduced more, the amount of wear
illuminated, have the brakes in- considerably. Simply having a should be the same for all
spected by a SUBARU dealer Vehicle Dynamics Control sys- four tires.
immediately. tem does not guarantee that the – Keep the tire pressure at the
. If at all in doubt about whether vehicle will be able to avoid proper level as shown on the
the brakes are operating prop- accidents in any situation. vehicle placard attached to
erly, do not drive the vehicle. . Activation of the Vehicle Dy- the driver’s side door pillar.
Have your vehicle towed to the namics Control system is an
nearest SUBARU dealer for re- – Use only the specified tem-
indication that the road being porary spare tire to replace a
pair. travelled on has a slippery sur- flat tire. With a temporary
face; since having Vehicle Dy- spare tire, the effectiveness
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7-40 Starting and operating/Vehicle Dynamics Control system
of the Vehicle Dynamics Con- slippery road surfaces, thereby helping to . In the circumstances shown in the
trol system is reduced and maintain traction and directional control. following list, the vehicle may be less
this should be taken into ac- Activation of this function is shown by stable than it feels to the driver. The
count when driving the vehi- flashing the Vehicle Dynamics Control Vehicle Dynamics Control System may
cle in such a condition. operation indicator light. therefore operate. Such operation does
. If non-matching tires are used, not indicate a system malfunction.
. Skid Suppression Function – on gravel-covered or rutted
the Vehicle Dynamics Control
The skid suppression function is designed roads
system may not operate cor-
to help maintain directional stability by – on unfinished roads
rectly.
suppressing the wheels’ tendency to slide – when the vehicle is towing a
. The Vehicle Dynamics Control sideways during steering operations. Acti-
system helps prevent unstable trailer
vation of this function is shown by flashing
vehicle motion such as skidding – when the vehicle is fitted with
of the Vehicle Dynamics Control operation
using control of the brakes and snow tires or winter tires
indicator light.
engine power. Do not turn off the . Activation of the Vehicle Dynamics
Vehicle Dynamics Control sys- NOTE Control system will cause operation of
tem unless it is absolutely ne- . The Vehicle Dynamics Control sys- the steering wheel to feel slightly
cessary. If you must turn off the tem may be considered normal when different compared to that for normal
Vehicle Dynamics Control sys- the following conditions occur. conditions.
tem, drive very carefully accord- . It is always important to reduce
– Slight twitching of the brake
ing to the road surface condition. speed when approaching a corner,
pedal is felt.
even if your vehicle is equipped with
– The vehicle or steering wheel the Vehicle Dynamics Control system.
In the event of wheelspin and/or skidding shakes to a small degree.
on a slippery road surface and/or during . Always turn off the engine before
– An operating sound from the replacing a tire. Failure to do so may
cornering and/or an evasive maneuver, engine compartment is heard
the Vehicle Dynamics Control system render the Vehicle Dynamics Control
briefly when starting the engine system unable to operate correctly.
adjusts the engine’s output and the and when driving off after starting
wheels’ respective braking forces to help the engine.
maintain traction and directional control.
– The brake pedal seems to jolt
. Traction Control Function when driving off after starting the
The traction control function is designed to engine.
prevent spinning of the driving wheels on
Starting and operating/Vehicle Dynamics Control system 7-41
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator
(models without power rear gate) light (type A)
Use this switch in the following special
situations. Creating an adequate driving
wheel slip by deactivating the Vehicle
Dynamics Control system may help to
recover from the loss of traction. Use the
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch as
necessary.
. a standing start on a steeply sloping
road with a snowy or gravel-covered
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch surface
(models with power rear gate)
. extrication of the vehicle when its
wheels are stuck in mud or deep snow
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator
light (type B)
When the switch is pressed during engine
operation, the Vehicle Dynamics Control
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7-42 Starting and operating/X–mode
OFF indicator light “ ” on the combination “LOCK”/“OFF” position and restart the X-mode (if equipped)
meter illuminates. The Vehicle Dynamics engine.
Control system will be deactivated and the . When the switch is pressed to
vehicle will behave like a model not deactivate the Vehicle Dynamics Con- WARNING
equipped with the Vehicle Dynamics Con- trol system, the vehicle’s running per-
trol system. When the switch is pressed formance is comparable with that of a . Always use the utmost care in
again to reactivate the Vehicle Dynamics vehicle that does not have a Vehicle driving – overconfidence be-
Control system, the Vehicle Dynamics Dynamics Control system. Do not de- cause you are driving a vehicle
Control OFF indicator light turns off. activate the Vehicle Dynamics Control with X-mode could easily lead to
With the Vehicle Dynamics Control system system except when absolutely neces- a serious accident.
deactivated, traction and stability en- sary. . Always use the utmost care in
hancement offered by Vehicle Dynamics . Even when the Vehicle Dynamics driving – overconfidence be-
Control system is unavailable. Therefore Control system is deactivated, compo- cause you are driving a vehicle
you should not deactivate the Vehicle nents of the brake control system may with hill descent control function
Dynamics Control system except under still activate. When the brake control could easily lead to a serious
above-mentioned situations. system is activated, the Vehicle Dy- accident. Be especially careful,
namics Control operation indicator and depress the brake pedal if
NOTE light flashes. necessary when driving on ex-
. When the switch has been pressed tremely steep downhill, frozen,
to deactivate the Vehicle Dynamics muddy or sandy roads. Failure
Control system, the Vehicle Dynamics to control the vehicle’s speed
Control system automatically reacti- may cause a loss of control and
vates itself the next time the ignition result in a serious accident.
switch is turned to the “LOCK”/“OFF”
position and the engine is restarted.
. If the switch is held down for 30 CAUTION
seconds or longer, the indicator light
turns off, the Vehicle Dynamics Control . Even if your vehicle is equipped
system is activated, and the system with X-mode, winter tires or snow
ignores any further pressing of the chains should be used when
switch. To make the switch usable driving on snow-covered or icy
again, turn the ignition switch to the roads; in addition, vehicle speed
should be reduced considerably.
Starting and operating/X–mode 7-43
Simply having X-mode does not proper level as shown on the . Hill descent control function:
guarantee that the vehicle will be label attached to the vehicle’s Using the hill descent control function, you
able to avoid accidents in any door pillar. can keep the vehicle at a consistent speed
situation. – Use only the special tempor- driving downhill. If the vehicle speed is
. Activating the X-mode should be ary spare tire to replace a flat likely to increase, the brake control system
done when you encounter a very tire. With a normal temporary will be activated to adjust the vehicle
slippery surface at low speed. spare tire, the effectiveness of speed.
However, having X-mode is no the X-mode is reduced and . Driving ability control:
guarantee that full vehicle con- this should be taken into ac- This mode increases the hill-climbing
trol will be maintained at all times count when driving the vehi- ability and driving ability as well as
and under all conditions. When cle in such a condition. enabling smooth application of torque for
activating X-mode, the speed of . If the hill descent control function easier control of the steering wheel.
the vehicle should be reduced has operated continuously for a
considerably. long time, the temperature of the & To activate/deactivate the
. Whenever suspension compo- brake disc may increase and the
nents, steering components, or hill descent control function may
X-mode
an axle are removed from a be temporarily disabled. In this
vehicle, have the system in- case, the hill descent control
spected by an authorized indicator light will turn off. When
SUBARU dealer. the hill descent control indicator
. The following precautions should light turns off, the hill descent
be observed in order to ensure control function is disabled.
that the X-mode is operating
properly: X-mode is the integrated control system of
the engine, AWD and Vehicle Dynamics
– All four wheels should be Control system, etc. for driving with bad
fitted with tires of the same road conditions. Using X-mode, you can
size, type, and brand. Further- drive more comfortably even in slippery
more, the amount of wear road conditions including uphill and down-
should be the same for all hill. X-mode switch
four tires.
– Keep the tire pressure at the X-mode has the following functions.
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7-44 Starting and operating/X–mode
speed is less than approximately 12 mph ! Hill descent control indicator light will turn off when the function is in the
(20 km/h) and the accelerator ratio is less disabled mode. When this function is
than approximately 10%. changed from operational to non-opera-
The function will turn off when the vehicle tional, it will turn off when the vehicle
speed is more than approximately 12 mph speed reaches more than approximately
(20 km/h) and the accelerator pedal is 18 mph (30 km/h).
depressed.
NOTE
. Even while the hill descent control
function is operating, you can vary the
vehicle speed by using the brake pedal
or accelerator pedal.
. During braking by the hill descent
control function, the brake system Hill descent control indicator light (type A)
warning light will illuminate.
. The hill descent control function
may also operate on a flat road.
. The hill descent control function
may be considered normal when the
following conditions occur.
– An operating sound is heard
briefly from the engine compart-
ment while the hill descent control
function is operating.
– The sensation of depressing the
brake pedal is different, (harder
than usual etc.) when the brake
pedal is depressed during hill des- Hill descent control indicator light (type B)
cent control function operation.
This light illuminates while the hill descent
control function is in the standby mode. It
flashes while the function is operating. It
7-46 Starting and operating/Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (U.S.–spec. models)
Tire pressure monitoring The tire pressure monitoring system pro- Even when the vehicle is driven a
system (TPMS) (U.S.-spec. vides the driver with a warning message. very short distance, the tires get
warm and their pressures in-
models) The tire pressure monitoring system will
crease accordingly. Be sure to
activate only when the vehicle is driven at
let the tires cool thoroughly be-
speeds above 25 mph (40 km/h). Also,
fore adjusting their pressures to
this system may not react immediately to a
the standard values shown on
sudden drop in tire pressure (for example,
the tire placard. Refer to “Tires
a blow-out caused by running over a
and wheels” F11-23. The tire
sharp object).
pressure monitoring system
WARNING does not function when the ve-
hicle is stationary. After adjusting
. If the low tire pressure warning the tire pressures, increase the
light illuminates while driving, vehicle speed to at least 25 mph
never brake suddenly. Instead, (40 km/h) to start the TPMS
perform the following procedure. rechecking of the tire inflation
Otherwise, an accident involving pressures. If the tire pressures
Low tire pressure warning light (type A) serious vehicle damage and ser- are now above the severe low
ious personal injury could occur. pressure threshold, the low tire
(1) Keep driving straight ahead pressure warning light should
while gradually reducing turn off a few minutes later.
speed. If this light still illuminates while
(2) Slowly pull off the road to a driving after adjusting the tire
safe location. pressure, a tire may have signifi-
cant damage and a fast leak that
(3) Check the pressure for all four causes the tire to lose air rapidly.
tires and adjust the pressure If you have a flat tire, replace it
to the COLD tire pressure with a spare tire as soon as
shown on the tire placard. possible.
The tire placard is located on
the door pillar on the driver’s . When a spare tire is mounted or a
side. wheel rim is replaced without the
Low tire pressure warning light (type B) original pressure sensor/trans-
Starting and operating/Parking your vehicle 7-47
mitter being transferred, the low expressly approved by the party Parking your vehicle
tire pressure warning light will responsible for compliance
illuminate steadily after blinking could void the user’s authority & Parking brake
for approximately one minute. to operate the equipment. To set the parking brake, depress the
This indicates the TPMS is un- brake pedal firmly and hold it down until
able to monitor all four road the parking brake lever is fully pulled up.
wheels. Contact your SUBARU NOTE
dealer as soon as possible for This device complies with Part 15 of
tire and sensor replacement and/ the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
or system resetting. the following two conditions:
. Do not inject any tire liquid or . U.S.-spec. models
aerosol tire sealant into the tires, FCC ID: CWTWD1U781
as this may cause a malfunction
of the tire pressure sensors. If NOTE
the light illuminates steadily after This device complies with Part 15 of
blinking for approximately one the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
minute, promptly contact a the following two conditions: (1) This
SUBARU dealer to have the sys- device may not cause harmful inter-
tem inspected. ference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, in- To release the parking brake, perform the
cluding interference that may cause following procedure.
CAUTION undesired operation. 1. Pull the lever up slightly.
. Do not place metal film or any 2. Press the release button.
metal parts in the cargo area. 3. Lower the lever while keeping the
This may cause poor reception of button pressed.
the signals from the tire pressure
sensors, and the tire pressure When the parking brake is set while the
monitoring system will not func- engine is running, the parking brake
tion properly. warning light illuminates. After starting
the vehicle, be sure that the warning light
. FCC WARNING
has turned off before the vehicle is driven.
Changes or modifications not Refer to “Brake system warning light” F3-
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7-48 Starting and operating/Parking your vehicle
21. WARNING
CAUTION . Never leave unattended children
or pets in the vehicle. They could
Never drive while the parking brake
accidentally injure themselves or
is set because this will cause un-
others through inadvertent op-
necessary wear on the brake lin-
eration of the vehicle. Also, on
ings. Before starting to drive, always
hot or sunny days, the tempera-
make sure that the parking brake
ture in a closed vehicle could
has been fully released.
quickly become high enough to
cause severe or possibly fatal
& Parking tips injuries to people.
When parking your vehicle, always per- . Do not park the vehicle over
form the following items. When parking on a hill, always turn the flammable materials such as dry
steering wheel. When the vehicle is
. Apply the parking brake firmly. grass, waste paper or rags, as
headed up the hill, the front wheels should they may burn easily if they come
. For MT models, put the shift lever in the be turned away from the curb.
“1” (1st) for upgrade or “R” (Reverse) for a near hot engine or exhaust sys-
downgrade. tem parts.
. For CVT models, put the select lever in . Be sure to stop the engine if you
the “P” (Park) position. take a nap in the vehicle. If
engine exhaust gas enters the
Never rely on the mechanical friction of passenger compartment, occu-
the transmission alone to hold the vehicle. pants in the vehicle could die
from carbon monoxide (CO) con-
tained in the exhaust gas.
CAUTION
If your vehicle has a front under-
When facing downhill, the front wheels spoiler and rear underspoiler (both
should be turned into the curb. optional), pay attention to blocks
Starting and operating/Hill start assist system 7-49
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7-52 Starting and operating/Hill start assist system
NOTE
While the Hill start assist system is
deactivated, the Hill start assist OFF
indicator light illuminates continuously.
Starting and operating/Cruise control 7-53
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7-54 Starting and operating/Cruise control
& To temporarily cancel the shifted into the “N” position, the & To turn off the cruise control
cruise control engine brake will no longer work. There are two ways to turn off the cruise
This could result in an accident. control:
The cruise control can be temporarily
canceled in the following ways. . Press the cruise control main button
The cruise control set indicator light in the
again.
combination meter turns off when the
cruise control is canceled. . Turn the ignition switch to the “ACC” or
“LOCK”/“OFF” position (but only when the
vehicle is completely stopped).
U.S.-spec. models ! To increase the speed (by accel- occurs because the cruise control
When the difference between the actual erator pedal) system regards this operation as that
vehicle speed and the set speed is small, intended to decrease the vehicle
1. Depress the accelerator pedal to
the set speed can be increased 1 mph speed.
accelerate the vehicle to the desired
(1.6 km/h) each time by pressing the . Except U.S. spec. models
speed.
“RES/SET” switch to the “RES” side If the difference between the actual
quickly. vehicle speed when the switch is
pressed and the speed last time you
Except U.S.-spec. models set is small, the vehicle speed will be
When the difference between the actual lowered by 1 km/h. This occurs be-
vehicle speed and the set speed is small, cause the cruise control system re-
the set speed can be increased 1 km/h gards this operation as that intended to
each time by pressing the “RES/SET” decrease the vehicle speed.
switch to the “RES” side quickly. . Turbo models
If you depress the accelerator pedal
while the Sport Sharp (S#) mode is
selected, the select lever/gear position
indicator may change from the “D”
indication to the current gear position
2. Press the “RES/SET” switch to the indication.
“SET” side once. Now the desired speed
is set and the vehicle will keep running at
that speed without depressing the accel-
erator pedal.
NOTE
. U.S.-spec. models
If the difference between the actual
vehicle speed when the switch is
pressed and the speed last time you
set is small, the vehicle speed will be
lowered by 1 mph (1.6 km/h). This
Starting and operating/Cruise control 7-57
! To decrease the speed (by the time by pressing the “RES/SET” switch to desired speed, press the “RES/SET”
“RES/SET” switch) the “SET” side quickly. switch to the “SET” side once. Now the
desired speed is set and the vehicle will
NOTE keep running at that speed without de-
If the “RES/SET” switch is repeatedly pressing the accelerator pedal.
operated quickly to the “SET” side, the
set vehicle speed displayed in the & Cruise control indicator light
combination meter becomes the low
Refer to “Cruise control indicator light”
speed setting. However, when the set
F3-32.
vehicle speed is set to a speed much
lower than the actual vehicle speed, the
set speed may be reset to the actual & Cruise control set indicator
vehicle speed. light
Refer to “Cruise control set indicator light”
! To decrease the speed (by brake F3-32.
pedal)
Press the “RES/SET” switch to the “SET”
side and hold it until the vehicle reaches 1. Depress the brake pedal to release
the desired speed. Then, release the cruise control temporarily.
switch. The vehicle speed at that moment
will be memorized and treated as the new
set speed.
U.S.-spec. models
When the difference between the actual
vehicle speed and the set speed is small,
the set speed can be lowered 1 mph (1.6
km/h) each time by pressing the “RES/
SET” switch to the “SET” side quickly.
Except U.S.-spec. models
When the difference between the actual
vehicle speed and the set speed is small,
2. When the speed decreases to the
the set speed can be lowered 1 km/h each
7-58 Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA
BSD/RCTA (if equipped) light may be delayed or it may not ! Blind Spot Detection (BSD)
operate at all even when a vehicle is
The BSD/RCTA consists of rear radar with present in a neighboring lane or
Blind Spot Detection and Rear Cross approaching from either side.
Traffic Alert. The driver is responsible for paying
attention to the rear and side areas
These functions enable the system to of the vehicle.
detect objects or vehicles to the rear,
drawing attention to the driver when
changing a lane or when driving in & System features
reverse.
BSD/RCTA consists of the following func-
WARNING tions.
. To detect a vehicle in a blind spot on an
The driver is responsible for driving adjacent lane or a vehicle approaching at
1) Operating range
safely. Always be sure to check the high speed while driving the vehicle (Blind
surroundings with your eyes when Spot Detection) The system notifies the driver of vehicles
changing lanes or reversing the . To detect a vehicle approaching from existing in the blind area. If the system
vehicle. the right or left while reversing the vehicle detects a vehicle existing in the blind area,
The system is designed to assist the (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) it warns the driver of dangers by illuminat-
driver by monitoring the rear and ing the BSD/RCTA approach indicator
side areas of the vehicle during a The system uses radar sensors for the light(s) on the outside mirror(s). If the
lane change or reversing. However, above functions. driver operates the turn signal lever in the
you cannot rely on this system direction where the BSD/RCTA approach
NOTE indicator light is illuminating, the system
alone in assuring the safety during
The BSD/RCTA radar sensor has been warns the driver of dangers by flashing the
a lane change or reversing. Over-
certified by the radio wave related laws BSD/RCTA approach indicator light.
confidence in this system could
of the U.S. When driving in other
result in an accident and lead to
countries, certification of the country
serious injury or death. Since the
where the vehicle is driven must be
system operation has various limita-
obtained. For certification in the U.S.,
tions, the flashing or illumination of
refer to “Certification for the BSD/
the BSD/RCTA approach indicator
RCTA” F7-65.
Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA 7-59
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7-60 Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA
operation and the BSD/RCTA warning with a low body height such as & BSD/RCTA approach indica-
indicator will disappear. However, if the sports cars or a trailer with no tor light/warning buzzer
BSD/RCTA warning indicator has ap- cargo)
While the BSD/RCTA is active, the follow-
peared for a prolonged time, have the – Vehicles that are not approach-
system inspected at a SUBARU dealer ing item(s) will operate to alert the driver.
ing your vehicle even though they
as soon as possible. are in the detection area (either on a . The BSD/RCTA approach indicator
. The detectability of the radar sen- neighboring lane to the rear or light (when there are vehicles in the
sors is restricted. The BSD/RCTA de- beside your vehicle when rever- neighboring lanes)
tection may be impaired and the sys- sing) (The system determines the . The BSD/RCTA approach indicator
tem may not operate properly under the presence of approaching vehicles light and warning buzzer (when a vehicle
following conditions. based on data detected by the radar is approaching from the left or right side
– When the rear bumper around sensors.) while reversing)
the radar sensors is distorted – Vehicles traveling at significantly
– When ice, snow or mud adheres different speeds ! BSD/RCTA approach indicator light
to the rear bumper surface around – Vehicles driving in parallel at
the radar sensors almost the same speed as your
– When stickers, etc. are affixed on vehicle for a prolonged time
the areas of the radar sensors on – Oncoming vehicles
the rear bumper – Vehicles in a lane beyond the
– During adverse weather condi- neighboring lane
tions such as rain, snow or fog – Vehicles travelling at a signifi-
– When driving on wet roads such cantly lower speed that you are
as snow-covered roads and trying to overtake
through puddles . On a road with extremely narrow
. The radar sensors may not detect or lanes, the system may detect vehicles
may have difficulty detecting the fol- driving in a lane next to the neighbor-
lowing. ing lane.
BSD/RCTA approach indicator light
– Small motorcycles, bicycles, pe-
destrians, stationary objects on the It is mounted in each side of the outside
road or road side, etc. mirrors and will illuminate when a vehicle
– Vehicles with body shapes that approaching from behind is detected. If an
the radar may not reflect (vehicles indicator light is illuminated and the turn
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7-62 Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA
signal lever is operated toward the side in ! BSD/RCTA approach warning buz- when making turns at an intersection)
which this light turned on, the indicator zer (only when reversing) – When there is a difference in height
light flashes to warn the driver of dangers. A warning buzzer sounds along with between your lane and the neighbor-
When reversing the vehicle, the indicator flashing of the BSD/RCTA approach in- ing lane
light flashes when the system detects a dicator light to warn the driver of dangers. – Immediately after the BSD/RCTA is
vehicle approaching from either side. activated by pressing the BSD/RCTA
The setting of the warning buzzer volume OFF switch
! BSD/RCTA approach indicator can be changed by operating the multi
light dimming function – Immediately after the shift lever/
information display of the combination select lever is shifted to the “R”
When the headlights are turned on, the meter. For details, refer to “BSD/RCTA” position
brightness of the BSD/RCTA approach F3-43. – When extremely heavy cargo is
indicator light will be reduced.
! Safety tips regarding the BSD/RCTA loaded in the trunk or cargo area
NOTE approach indicator light/warning . During reversing, operation of the BSD/
buzzer RCTA approach indicator light and the
. When affected by direct sunlight,
you may have difficulty recognizing . In the following cases, operation of the warning buzzer may be delayed or the
the BSD/RCTA approach indicator light. BSD/RCTA approach indicator light and system may fail to issue these warnings
. When affected by the headlight the warning buzzer may be delayed or the under the following conditions.
beams from the vehicles behind, you system may fail to issue these warnings. – When backing out of an angled
may have difficulty recognizing the – When a vehicle moves to the parking space
BSD/RCTA approach indicator light. neighboring lane from a lane next to – When a large-sized vehicle is
. While the illumination brightness the neighboring lane parked next to your vehicle (That
control dial is in the fully upward – When driving on a steep incline or vehicle prevents the propagation of
position, even if the headlights are on repeated sharp uphill and downhill radar waves.)
turned on, the brightness of the BSD/ grades – When reversing on sloped roads
RCTA approach indicator light will not – When going beyond a pass – When reversing at a high speed
be reduced. For details about the – When both your vehicle and a
illumination brightness control dial, vehicle driving on a neighboring lane
refer to “Illumination brightness con- are driving on the far side of each lane.
trol” F3-101. – When several narrowly-spaced ve-
hicles are approaching in a row
– In low radius bends (tight bends or
Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA 7-63
– When the vehicle driving two lanes disappear. If the indicator remains dis-
away is driving on the near side of its played for a prolonged time, have the
lane from your vehicle system inspected at a SUBARU dealer.
! System temporary stop indicator
& BSD/RCTA warning indicator due to reduced radar sensitivity
! System temporary stop indicator
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7-64 Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA
vehicle sponsible for compliance could void & Handling of radar sensors
– When using a chassis dynam- the user’s authority to operate the
ometer or free roller device, etc. equipment.
– When running the engine and
making the wheels rotate while This device complies with part 15 of the
lifting up the vehicle FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
. If the ignition switch is turned to the following two conditions: (1) This device
“LOCK”/“OFF” position, the last known may not cause harmful interference, and
status of the system is maintained. For (2) this device must accept any interfer-
example, if the ignition switch is turned ence received, including interference that
to the “LOCK”/“OFF” position with the may cause undesired operation.
BSD/RCTA deactivated, the BSD/RCTA . Canada-spec. models
will remain deactivated the next time
the ignition switch is turned to the This device complies with Industry
“ON” position. Canada licence-exempt RSS standard Radar sensors
. If the vehicle battery is disconnected (s). Operation is subject to the following The radar sensors, one on each side of
due to situations such as battery two conditions: (1) this device may not the vehicle, are mounted inside the rear
terminal or fuse replacement, after the cause interference, and (2) this device bumper.
battery is reconnected, the BSD/RCTA must accept any interference, including
will be activated. interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
& Certification for the BSD/ Le présent appareil est conforme aux
RCTA CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux
. U.S.-spec. models appareils radio exempts de licence. L’ex-
ploitation est autorisée aux deux condi-
FCC ID: OAYSRR2A tions suivantes: (1) l’appareil ne doit pas
produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur
CAUTION de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage
radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage
FCC WARNING
est susceptible d’en compromettre le
Changes or modifications not ex- fonctionnement.
pressly approved by the party re-
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7-66 Starting and operating/Reverse Automatic Braking System
data to any other third party except ! Detecting range To cancel the system, refer to “Can-
under the following conditions. celing the Reverse Automatic Brak-
– The vehicle owner has given his/ ing system operation” F7-72.
her consent.
– The disclosure/provision is
based on a court order or other & Operating conditions
legally enforceable request. The Reverse Automatic Braking system
– Data that has been modified so will operate when all of the following
that the user and vehicle cannot be conditions are met.
identified is provided to a research . The ignition switch is in the “ON”
institution for statistical processing position
or similar purposes.
. The EyeSight warning indicator is off
. The Reverse Automatic Braking fail
& Reverse Automatic Braking indicator is off
System overview 1) Detecting range (width): Approximately 6
in (15 cm) outside of the vehicle width . HALT (Reverse Automatic Braking
The system detects objects using sonar 2) Range that the system cannot detect: system OFF) indicator is off
sensors installed in the rear bumper. If the Approximately 20 in (50 cm) behind the . The Reverse Automatic Braking sys-
system determines a possible collision rear of the vehicle
tem is set to on
with an object in the reversing direction, 3) Detecting range (length): Approximately
5 ft (1.5 m) from the rear of the vehicle . The select lever is in the “R” position
automatic deceleration will be activated.
. The vehicle speed is between 1 to 9
Also, beeping sounds will activate. If the
WARNING mph (1.5 to 15 km/h)
vehicle is further reversed, automatic hard
braking will be applied and a continuous NOTE
beeping sound will activate. If your vehicle is trapped on a rail-
road crossing and you are trying to . When the Reverse Automatic Brak-
escape by reversing through the ing fail indicator is illuminated, the
crossing gate, the system may re- Reverse Automatic Braking system
cognize the crossing gate as an cannot be operated. Promptly contact
obstacle and the brakes may acti- a SUBARU dealer to have the system
vate. In this case, remain calm and inspected.
either continue to depress the accel- . When the Reverse Automatic Brak-
erator pedal or cancel the system. ing system OFF indicator is illumi-
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7-68 Starting and operating/Reverse Automatic Braking System
nated, the Reverse Automatic Braking operation may be prioritized. In this a system malfunction when the follow-
system cannot be operated. case, automatic braking will not oper- ing conditions exist
. In the following cases, the system ate.
may not be able to properly detect an . The system may not be able to High frequency sound from other
obstacle. Promptly contact a SUBARU detect the following objects sources are nearby
dealer to have the system inspected. – Sharp or thin objects such as – Horn sound from another vehicle
– A sticker, paint, or a chemical is poles, fences and ropes which may – Engine sound from other vehi-
applied to the rear bumper near the not reflect the sound wave emitted cles
sonar sensor from the sonar sensor – Sound of an air brake
– The rear bumper is modified – Objects that are too close to the – Vehicle detection equipment or a
– The rear bumper has been re- rear bumper when the select lever is sonar from another vehicle
moved and reattached set to the “R” position – A sound wave with a frequency
– The ground clearance is changed – Objects with a surface which may similar to the vehicle’s system is
due to the vehicle’s loading condi- not reflect the sound wave emitted transmitted nearby
tion or modification from the sonar sensor such as a – A vehicle equipped with the same
– Ice, snow or mud is adhered to chain link fence. system is reversing toward your
the rear bumper near the sonar . Objects the system is not designed reversing direction
sensor to detect
– Pedestrians Weather conditions
– The rear bumper is exposed to
– Moving objects including moving – Extremely high or extremely low
strong impact, or the rear bumper is
vehicles temperatures in which the area near
deformed
the sonar sensor becomes too hot
. On a steep hill, the system’s auto- – Objects which absorb sound
or too cold to operate
matic braking ability will be reduced. waves such as cloth or snow
. The system is designed to avoid – The rear bumper near the sonar
– Objects whose surface has a
collisions by automatic hard braking sensors is exposed to heavy rain or
diagonal angle
a significant amount of water
when the vehicle’s reversing speed is – Objects that are low to the
less than approximately 3 mph (5 – Fog, snow or sandstorm, etc.
ground such as parking blocks
km/h). However, the system does not – Air is moving rapidly such as
– Objects that are high above the
guarantee that the vehicle will be able when a strong wind is blowing
ground such as objects hanging
to avoid collisions in any situation. from above
. If the vehicle is reversed at an . The system may not be able to
extremely slow speed, the driver’s properly detect objects or may cause
Starting and operating/Reverse Automatic Braking System 7-69
Parts attached to the rear bumper narrow garages & Reverse Automatic Braking
near the sonar sensor – Wheel tracks or a hole is present System operation
– Commercial electronic parts (fog in the ground of the reversing
When the Reverse Automatic Braking
light, fender pole, radio antenna) or direction
System is in operation, the range between
commercial attachment parts (trai- – When reversing over a drainage the vehicle and the detected object will be
ler hitch, bicycle carrier, bumper cover (grate cover) indicated on the multi function display.
guard) are attached
Also, warning sounds will activate in 3
– Parts that emit high frequency levels to warn the driver of a potential
sound, such as a horn or speaker, collision.
are attached
Vehicle conditions
– The vehicle is significantly in-
clined
– The ground clearance is signifi-
cantly reduced due to the vehicle’s
loading condition, etc.
– When the sonar sensor is mis-
aligned due to a collision or an
accident – The path of the reversing direc-
Surrounding environment tion is inclined such as on a steep
– A cloth banner, flag, hanging uphill
branch or railroad crossing bars – A curb is present in the reversing
are present in the reversing direc- direction
tion – When reversing downhill
– When reversing on a gravel or
grassy area
– When reversing in an area where
objects or walls are adjacent to the
vehicle such as narrow tunnels,
narrow bridges, narrow roads or
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Warning message
2) First braking and warning:
When the system detects an object, if the
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7-72 Starting and operating/Reverse Automatic Braking System
select lever is shifted to “R” position. & Handling of the sonar sen- malfunction may occur, including inability
sors to detect objects in the reversing direction.
& RAB warning indicator If any strong impact is applied to the rear
The 4 sonar sensors are located in the bumper, contact a SUBARU dealer to
rear bumper. To ensure the proper opera- have the system inspected.
tion of the Reverse Automatic Braking
system, observe the following precau- . Do not disassemble the sonar sensors.
tions. NOTE
If the sonar sensors require repair or
replacement, or if the area of the rear
bumper near the sonar sensors re-
quires repair, paintwork or replace-
ment, contact your SUBARU dealer
for assistance.
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Driving tips
New vehicle break-in driving – the first Loading your vehicle......................................... 8-12
1,000 miles (1,600 km) ..................................... 8-2 Vehicle capacity weight...................................... 8-13
Fuel economy hints ............................................ 8-2 GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
Engine exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)............ 8-2 and Gross Axle Weight Rating) ........................ 8-14
Catalytic converter .............................................. 8-3 Roof rack (if equipped) ...................................... 8-14
Roof molding and crossbar (if equipped) ............ 8-15
Periodic inspections ........................................... 8-4
Trailer hitch (dealer option)............................... 8-16
Driving in foreign countries ............................... 8-4
Connecting a trailer ........................................... 8-17
Driving tips for AWD models.............................. 8-5 If not towing a trailer.......................................... 8-18
On-road and off-road driving.............................. 8-6 Trailer towing ..................................................... 8-19
Winter driving ...................................................... 8-8 Warranties and maintenance .............................. 8-19
Operation during cold weather............................. 8-8 Maximum load limits .......................................... 8-19
Driving on snowy and icy roads ......................... 8-10 Trailer hitches.................................................... 8-22
Corrosion protection .......................................... 8-11 Connecting a trailer ........................................... 8-22
Snow tires ......................................................... 8-11 Trailer towing tips .............................................. 8-23
Tire chains ......................................................... 8-11 8
Rocking the vehicle............................................ 8-12
8-2 Driving tips/New vehicle break–in driving – the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km)
New vehicle break-in driving Fuel economy hints Engine exhaust gas (carbon
– the first 1,000 miles (1,600 monoxide)
km) The following suggestions will help to save
fuel.
. Select the proper gear position for the WARNING
The performance and long life of your
vehicle are dependent on how you handle speed and road conditions. . Never inhale engine exhaust gas.
and care for your vehicle while it is new. . Avoid sudden acceleration or decelera- Engine exhaust gas contains
Follow these instructions during the first tion. Always accelerate gently until you carbon monoxide, a colorless
1,000 miles (1,600 km): reach the desired speed. Then try to and odorless gas which is dan-
. Do not race the engine. And do not maintain that speed for as long as gerous, or even lethal, if inhaled.
possible.
allow engine speed to exceed 4,000 rpm . Always properly maintain the en-
except in an emergency. . Do not pump the accelerator and avoid gine exhaust system to prevent
. Do not drive at one constant engine or racing the engine. engine exhaust gas from enter-
vehicle speed for a long time, either fast or . Avoid unnecessary engine idling. ing the vehicle.
slow. . Keep the engine properly tuned. . Never run the engine in a closed
. Avoid starting suddenly and rapid . Keep the tires inflated to the correct space, such as a garage, except
acceleration, except in an emergency. pressure shown on the tire placard, which for the brief time needed to drive
. Avoid hard braking, except in an is located under the door latch on the the vehicle in or out of it.
emergency. driver’s side. Low pressure will increase
. Avoid remaining in a parked
tire wear and fuel consumption.
The same break-in procedures should be vehicle for a lengthy time while
. Use the air conditioner only when the engine is running. If that is
applied to an overhauled engine, newly necessary.
mounted engine or when brake pads or unavoidable, then use the venti-
. Keep the front and rear wheels in lation fan to force fresh air into
brake linings are replaced with new ones. proper alignment. the vehicle.
. Avoid carrying unnecessary luggage or . Always keep the front ventilator
cargo. inlet grille free from snow, leaves
or other obstructions to ensure
that the ventilation system al-
ways works properly.
. If at any time you suspect that
Driving tips/Catalytic converter 8-3
exhaust fumes are entering the Catalytic converter reduce HC, CO and NOx in exhaust
vehicle, have the problem gases, thus providing cleaner exhaust.
checked and corrected as soon
To avoid damage to the catalytic conver-
as possible. If you must drive
ter:
under these conditions, drive
only with all windows fully open. . Use only unleaded fuel. Even a small
amount of leaded fuel will damage the
. Keep the rear gate closed while catalytic converter.
driving to prevent exhaust gas
. Never start the engine by pushing or
from entering the vehicle.
pulling the vehicle.
. Avoid racing the engine.
NOTE . Never turn the ignition switch to the
Due to the expansion and contraction “OFF” position while the vehicle is moving.
of the metals used in the manufacture . Keep your engine tuned-up. If you feel
of the exhaust system, you may hear a the engine running rough (misfiring, back-
crackling sound coming from the ex- Non-turbo models firing or incomplete combustion), have
haust system for a short time after the your vehicle checked and repaired by an
engine has been shut off. This sound is authorized SUBARU dealer.
normal. . Do not apply undercoating or rust
prevention treatment to the heat shield of
catalytic converter and the exhaust sys-
tem.
. Do not drive with an extremely low fuel
level.
WARNING
. Avoid fire hazards. Do not drive
or park the vehicle anywhere
Turbo models near flammable materials (e.g.,
grass, paper, rags or leaves),
The catalytic converter is installed in the because the catalytic converter
exhaust system. It serves as a catalyst to
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8-4 Driving tips/Periodic inspections
Driving tips for AWD models printed on the tire placard. The
tire placard is located on the
bottom of driver’s door pillar.
WARNING If all of four tires are not the same
. Always maintain a safe driving in items (a) to (h), it may lead to
speed according to the road and serious mechanical damage to
weather conditions in order to the drive train of your car and
avoid having an accident on a affect the following factors.
sharp turn, during sudden brak- — Ride
ing or under other similar condi- — Handling
tions. — Braking
. Always use the utmost care in — Speedometer/Odometer
driving – overconfidence be- calibration All-Wheel Drive distributes the engine
cause you are driving an All- power to all four wheels. AWD models
Wheel Drive vehicle could easily — Clearance between the body provide better traction when driving on
lead to a serious accident. and tires slippery, wet or snow-covered roads and
. When replacing or installing tire It also may be dangerous and when moving out of mud, dirt and sand.
(s), all four tires must be the lead to loss of vehicle control, By shifting power between the front and
same for the following items. and it can lead to an accident. rear wheels, SUBARU AWD can also
provide added traction during acceleration
(a) Size
and added engine braking force during
(b) Circumference CAUTION deceleration.
(c) Speed symbol
If you use a temporary spare tire to Therefore, your SUBARU AWD vehicle
(d) Load index replace a flat tire, be sure to use the may handle differently than an ordinary
(e) Construction original temporary spare tire stored two wheel drive vehicle and it contains
(f) Manufacturer in the vehicle. Using other sizes may some features unique to AWD. For safety
result in severe mechanical damage purposes as well as to avoid damaging
(g) Brand (tread pattern) to the drive train of your vehicle. the AWD system, you should keep the
(h) Degrees of wear following tips in mind.
For the items (a) to (d), you must . An AWD model is better able to climb
obey the specification that is steeper roads under snowy or slippery
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8-6 Driving tips/On–road and off–road driving
conditions than a two wheel drive vehicle. On-road and off-road driving of gravity, is more likely to be
There is little difference in handling, affected by crosswinds than or-
however, during extremely sharp turns or dinary passenger cars.
sudden braking. Therefore, when driving WARNING . Always use the utmost care in
down a slope or turning corners, be sure driving – overconfidence be-
to reduce your speed and maintain an . In a rollover crash, an unbelted
person is significantly more cause you are driving an All-
ample distance from other vehicles. Wheel Drive model could easily
. Always check the cold tire pressure likely to die than a person wear-
ing a seat belt. You the driver and lead to a serious accident.
before starting to drive. The recom-
mended tire pressure is provided on the all your passengers should fas-
ten the seatbelts before starting Your vehicle is classified as a utility
tire placard, which is located under the vehicle. Utility vehicles feature a higher
door latch on the driver’s side. to drive in order to minimize the
chance of serious injury or death. ground clearance which enables them to
. Frequent driving of an AWD vehicle be used for wide applications including off-
under hard-driving conditions such as . Do not make sharp turns and road driving. But please keep in mind that
steep hills or dusty roads will necessitate quick maneuvers unless abso- your vehicle is neither a conventional off-
more frequent replacement of the follow- lutely unavoidable. Such actions road vehicle nor an all-terrain vehicle. A
ing items than that specified in the are dangerous as you may lose higher center of gravity in relation to the
“Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. control, possibly resulting in a tread width as compared with ordinary
– Engine oil rollover which could cause death passenger cars makes vehicles of this
– Brake fluid or serious injury. type more likely to roll over. In reality, utility
– Rear differential gear oil . Always maintain a safe driving vehicles have a significantly higher roll-
– Manual transmission oil (MT mod- speed according to the road and over rate than other types of vehicles. The
els) weather conditions in order to high ground clearance of this vehicle is a
– Continuously variable transmission avoid having an accident on a real advantage, giving you a better view of
fluid (CVT models) sharp turn, during sudden brak- the road and allowing you to anticipate
– Front differential gear oil (CVT ing or under other similar condi- problems earlier. However, remember that
models) tions. your utility vehicle is not designed for high-
. Whenever strong crosswinds are speed cornering comparable to ordinary
. There are some precautions that you
present, slow down sufficiently passenger cars and that your vehicle
must observe when towing your vehicle.
could roll over if you make a sharp turn
For detailed information, refer to “Towing” to maintain control of your vehi-
at high speed.
F9-13. cle. Remember that your vehicle,
with its higher profile and center If you take your SUBARU off-road, certain
Driving tips/On–road and off–road driving 8-7
common sense precautions such as those depth of the water and the bottom of the the underbody. If the vehicle is used with
in the following list should be taken. stream bed for firmness and ensure that these materials trapped or adhering to the
. Make certain that you and all of your the bed of the stream is flat. Drive slowly underbody, a mechanical breakdown or
passengers are wearing seatbelts. and cross the stream without stopping. fire could occur.
. Carry some emergency equipment, The water should be shallow enough that . Secure all cargo carried inside the
such as a towing rope or chain, a shovel, it does not reach the vehicle’s under- vehicle and make certain that it is not
wheel blocks, first aid kit and cell phone or carriage. Water entering the engine air piled higher than the seatbacks. During
citizens band radio. intake or the exhaust pipe or water sudden stops or jolts, unsecured cargo
. Drive carefully. Do not take unneces- splashing onto electrical parts may da- could be thrown around in the vehicle and
sary risks by driving in dangerous areas or mage your vehicle and may cause it to cause injury. Do not pile heavy loads on
over rough terrain. stall. Never attempt to drive through the roof. Those loads raise the vehicle’s
rushing water; regardless of its depth, it center of gravity and make it more prone
. Slow down and employ extra caution at can wash away the ground from under
all times. When driving off-road, you will to tip over.
your tires, resulting in possible loss of . If you must rock the vehicle to free it
not have the benefit of marked traffic traction and even vehicle rollover.
lanes, banked curves, traffic signs and from sand or mud, depress the accelerator
the like. . Always check your brakes for effec- pedal slightly and move the shift lever/
. Do not drive across steep slopes.
tiveness immediately after driving in sand, select lever back and forth between “1”/
Instead, drive either straight up or straight
mud or water. Do this by driving slowly “D” and “R” repeatedly. Do not race the
and stepping on the brake pedal. Repeat engine. For the best possible traction,
down the slopes. A vehicle can much that process several times to dry out the
more easily tip over sideways than it can avoid spinning the wheels when trying to
brake discs and brake pads. free the vehicle.
end over end. Avoid driving straight up or
down slopes that are too steep. . Do not drive or park over or near . When the road surface is extremely
flammable materials such as dry grass or slippery, you can obtain better traction by
. Avoid sharp turning maneuvers, espe- fallen leaves, as they may burn easily. The
cially at higher speeds. starting the vehicle with the transmission
exhaust system is very hot while the in 2nd than 1st. For CVT models with
. Do not grip the inside or spokes of the engine is running and right after engine manual mode, refer to “Selection of
steering wheel. A bad bump could jerk the stops. This could create a fire hazard. manual mode” F7-27.
wheel and injure your hands. Instead drive . After driving through tall grass, mud,
with your fingers and thumbs on the . Never equip your vehicle with tires
rocks, sand, rivers, etc., check that there larger than those specified in this manual.
outside of the rim. is no grass, bush, paper, rags, stones,
. If driving through water, such as when . Wash the vehicle’s underbody after off-
sand, etc. adhering to or trapped on the road driving. Suspension components are
crossing shallow streams, first check the underbody. Clear off any such matter from particularly prone to dirt buildup, so they
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8-8 Driving tips/Winter driving
need to be washed thoroughly. Winter driving SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid con-
. Frequent driving of an AWD model tains 58.5% methyl alcohol and 41.5%
under hard-driving conditions such as & Operation during cold surfactant, by volume. Its freezing tem-
rough roads or off roads will necessitate weather perature varies according to how much it
more frequent replacement of the follow- is diluted, as indicated in the following
Carry some emergency equipment, such table.
ing items than that specified in the
as a window scraper, a bag of sand,
maintenance schedule described in the
flares, a small shovel and jumper cables. Washer Fluid Con-
“Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. centration Freezing Temperature
– Engine oil Check the battery and cables. Cold
– Brake fluid temperatures reduce battery capacity. 30% 10.48F (−128C)
– Rear differential gear oil The battery must be in good condition to 50% −48F (−208C)
– Manual transmission oil (MT mod- provide enough power for cold winter
starts. 100% −498F (−458C)
els)
– Continuously variable transmission It normally takes longer to start the engine In order to prevent freezing of washer
fluid (CVT models) in very cold weather conditions. Use an fluid, check the freezing temperatures in
– Front differential gear oil (CVT engine oil of a proper grade and viscosity the table above when adjusting the fluid
models) for cold weather. Using heavy summer oil concentration to the outside temperature.
will make it harder to start the engine. If you fill the reservoir tank with a fluid with
Remember that damage done to your
Keep the door locks from freezing by a different concentration from the one
SUBARU while operating it off-road and
squirting them with deicer or glycerin. used previously, purge the old fluid from
not using common sense precautions
the piping between the reservoir tank and
such as those listed above is not eligible Forcing a frozen door open may damage washer nozzles by operating the washer
for warranty coverage. or separate the rubber weather strips for a certain period of time. Otherwise, if
around the door. If the door is frozen, the concentration of the fluid remaining in
use hot water to melt the ice, and after- the piping is too low for the outside
wards thoroughly wipe the water away. temperature, it may freeze and block the
Use a windshield washer fluid that con- nozzles.
tains an antifreeze solution. Do not use
engine antifreeze or other substitutes CAUTION
because they may damage the paint of
. Adjust the washer fluid concen-
the vehicle.
tration appropriately for the out-
Driving tips/Winter driving 8-9
side temperature. If the concen- winter driving, stop when and where it is WARNING
tration is inappropriate, sprayed safe to do so and check under the fenders
washer fluid may freeze on the periodically. Snow can trap dangerous exhaust
windshield and obstruct your ! Parking in cold weather gases under your vehicle. Keep
view, and the fluid may freeze in snow clear of the exhaust pipe and
Do not use the parking brake when
the reservoir tank. from around your vehicle if you park
parking for long periods in cold weather
. State or local regulations on the vehicle in snow with the engine
since it could freeze in that position.
volatile organic compounds may running.
Instead, you should observe the following
restrict the use of methanol, a tips.
common windshield washer anti- 1. Place the shift lever in “1” or “R” for MT ! Refueling in cold weather
freeze additive. Washer fluids models, or the select lever in “P” for CVT To help prevent moisture from forming in
containing non-methanol anti- models. the fuel system and the risk of its freezing,
freeze agents should be used use of an antifreeze additive in the fuel
2. Use tire stops under the tires to
only if they provide cold weather tank is recommended during cold weather.
prevent the vehicle from moving.
protection without damaging
Use only additives that are specifically
your vehicle’s paint, wiper blades When the vehicle is parked in snow or designed for this purpose. When an
or washer system. when it snows, raise the wiper blades off antifreeze additive is used, its effect lasts
the glass to prevent damage to them. longer if the tank is refilled whenever the
! Before driving your vehicle When the vehicle has been left parked fuel level reaches half empty.
Before entering the vehicle, remove any after use on roads heavily covered with If your SUBARU is not going to be used
snow or ice from your shoes because that snow, or has been left parked during a for an extended period, it is best to have
could make the pedals slippery and snowstorm, icing may develop on the the fuel tank filled to capacity.
driving dangerous. brake system, which could cause poor
braking action. Check for snow or ice ! Opening rear gate (models with
While warming up the vehicle before power rear gate)
driving, check that the accelerator pedal, buildup on the suspension, disc brakes
brake pedal, and all other controls operate and brake hoses underneath the vehicle.
If there is caked snow or ice, remove it, CAUTION
smoothly.
being careful not to damage the disc
Clear away ice and snow that has Before operating the power rear
brakes and brake hoses and ABS har-
accumulated under the fenders to avoid gate, check that there is no frost or
ness.
making steering difficult. During severe snow between the power rear gate
and the vehicle body. If you notice
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8-10 Driving tips/Winter driving
frost or snow etc. on the power rear WARNING deicer, use it. It is helpful to thaw the
gate, remove it. If you forcibly windshield wiper blades. Refer to “Defog-
operate the power rear gate with Do not use the cruise control on ger and deicer” F3-116.
frost or snow, it may cause a mal- slippery roads such as snowy or icy . To thaw the rear wiper blade, use the
function. roads. This may cause loss of rear window defogger. Refer to “Defogger
vehicle control. and deicer” F3-116.
& Driving on snowy and icy When driving in snow, if frozen snow starts
roads CAUTION to stick on the surface of the windshield
To prevent skidding and slipping, avoid despite wiper operation, use the defroster
sudden braking, abrupt acceleration, high- Avoid prolonged continuous driving with the airflow selection in “ ” and the
speed driving, and sharp turning when in snowstorms. Snow will enter the temperature set for maximum warmth.
driving on snowy or icy roads. engine’s intake system and may After the windshield gets warmed enough
Always maintain ample distance between hinder the airflow, which could re- to melt the frozen snow on it, wash it away
your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you sult in engine shutdown or even using the windshield washer. Refer to
to avoid the need for sudden braking. breakdown. “Windshield washer” F3-106.
To supplement the foot brake, use the Snow stuck on the wiper arm prevents the
engine brake effectively to control the ! Wiper operation when snowing wiper from working effectively. If snow is
vehicle speed. (Shift into a lower gear Before driving in cold weather, make sure stuck on the wiper arm, pull off the road to
when necessary.) the wiper blades are not frozen to the a safe place, then remove it. If you stop
Avoid shifting down abruptly. Such beha- windshield or rear window. the vehicle at road side, use the hazard
vior can cause the wheels to lock, possibly warning flasher to alert other drivers.
leading to loss of vehicle control. If the wiper blades are frozen to the Refer to “Hazard warning flasher” F3-8.
windshield or rear window, perform the
An anti-lock brake system (ABS) en- following procedure. We recommend use of non-freezing type
hances your vehicle’s braking perfor- . To thaw the windshield wiper blades, wiper blades (winter blades) during the
mance on snowy and icy roads. For use the defroster with the airflow selection seasons you could have snow and freez-
information on braking on slippery sur- in “ ” and the temperature set for ing temperatures. Blades of this type give
faces, refer to “ABS (Anti-lock Brake maximum warmth until the wiper blades superior wiping performance in snowy
System)” F7-37 and “Vehicle Dynamics are completely thawed. Refer to “Climate conditions. Be sure to use blades that
Control system” F7-39. control” F4-1. are suitable for your vehicle.
. If your vehicle is equipped with a wiper
Driving tips/Winter driving 8-11
. When you carry something inside . Do not carry spray cans, contain-
the vehicle, secure it whenever ers with flammable or corrosive
you can to prevent it from being liquids or any other dangerous
thrown around inside the vehicle items inside the vehicle.
during sudden stops, sharp turns . Do not close the rear gate with
or in an accident. cargo protruding from the cargo
. Do not pile heavy loads on the area. The cargo may be da-
roof. These loads raise the vehi- maged. In models with power
cle’s center of gravity and make it rear gate, the rear gate may open
more prone to tip over. via reverse function.
. Secure lengthy items properly to . In models with power rear gate,
prevent them from shooting for- be careful not to allow collision
ward and causing serious injury between the rear gate and the
during a sudden stop. cargo when you are loading
cargo on the roof. Otherwise,
. Never exceed the maximum load
the rear gate will hit the cargo
limit. If you do, some parts on
when opening and may cause
your vehicle can break, or it can
damage to both the cargo and
change the way your vehicle
the rear gate.
handles. This could result in loss
of control and cause personal
injury. Also, overloading can NOTE
shorten the life of your vehicle. For better fuel economy, do not carry
. Do not place anything on the unneeded cargo.
extended cargo area cover (if
equipped). Such items could Vehicle placard
tumble forward in the event of a The load capacity of your vehicle is
sudden stop or a collision. This determined by weight, not by available
could cause serious injury. cargo space. The maximum load you can
carry in your vehicle is shown on the
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8-14 Driving tips/Loading your vehicle
vehicle placard attached to the driver’s fuel, driver, all passengers, luggage, any range than the originals do not increase
side door pillar. It includes the total weight optional equipment and trailer tongue the GVWR and GAWR limitations.
of the driver and all passengers and their load. Therefore, the GVW changes de-
belongings, any optional equipment such pending on the situation. The GVWR & Roof rack (if equipped)
as a trailer hitch, roof rack or bike carrier, equals Curb Weight (actual weight of your
etc., and the tongue load of a trailer. vehicle – including standard equipment,
fluids, emergency tools and spare tire
& GVWR and GAWR (Gross assembly) plus the vehicle capacity
Vehicle Weight Rating and weight.
Gross Axle Weight Rating) In addition, the total weight applied to
each axle (GAW) must never exceed the
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,
either front or rear GAW may exceed the
GAWR, depending on the distribution of 1) Roof rack
the luggage. Cargo can be carried on the roof after
When possible, the load should be evenly securing the crossbars to the roof rails and
distributed throughout the vehicle. installing an appropriate carrying acces-
sory according to the manufacturer’s
If you carry heavy loads in the vehicle, you instructions. The roof rack system is
Certification label should confirm that GVW and front and designed to carry loads (cargo and ac-
The certification label attached to the rear GAWs are within the GVWR and cessories) of no more than 150 lbs (68
bottom of driver’s side door pillar shows GAWR by putting your vehicle on a kg). Be sure not to exceed your vehicle’s
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) and vehicle scale, found at a commercial GVWR and GAWR.
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating). weighing station.
The GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) must Do not use replacement tires with a lower
never exceed the GVWR. GVW is the load range than the originals because they
combined total of weight of the vehicle, may lower the GVWR and GAWR limita-
tions. Replacement tires with a higher load
Driving tips/Loading your vehicle 8-15
CAUTION & Roof molding and crossbar the vehicle and create a safety
(if equipped) hazard.
. When using the roof rack, make
sure that the total carrying load Cargo can be carried after securing the
of the roof rack and luggage does roof crossbar kit to the roof moldings and
not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg). Over- installing the appropriate carrying attach-
loading may cause damage to ment. When installing the roof crossbar
the vehicle. kit, follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
. For cargo carrying purposes, the When you carry cargo on the roof using
roof rails must be used together the roof crossbar kit and a carrying
with the roof rack and any appro- attachment, never exceed the maximum
priate carrying attachment that load limit as explained below. You should
may be needed. The roof rails also be careful that your vehicle does not
must never be used alone to exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
carry cargo. Otherwise, damage (GVWR) and front and rear Gross Axle
to the roof or paint, or a danger- Weight Rating (GAWR). For information
ous road hazard due to loss of CAUTION about loading cargo into or onto your
cargo could result. vehicle, refer to “Loading your vehicle”
. For cargo carrying purposes, the F8-12. The maximum load limit of the
roof molding must be used to- cargo, crossbars and carrying attachment
NOTE gether with a roof crossbar kit must not exceed 176 lbs (80 kg). Place
Remember that the vehicle’s center of and the appropriate carrying at- the heaviest load at the bottom, nearest
gravity is altered with the weight of the tachment. Otherwise, damage to the roof, and evenly distribute the cargo.
load on the roof, thus affecting driving the roof or paint or a dangerous Always properly secure all cargo.
characteristics. road hazard due to loss of cargo
Drive carefully. Avoid rapid starts, hard could result.
cornering and abrupt stops. Crosswind . When using the roof crossbar kit,
effects will be increased. make sure that the total weight of
the crossbars, carrying attach-
ment and cargo does not exceed
the maximum load limit. Over-
loading may cause damage to
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8-16 Driving tips/Trailer hitch (dealer option)
! Installing carrying attachments on ! Removal and installation of the Trailer hitch (dealer option)
the crossbars crossbars
When installing any carrying attachment
such as a bike carrier, ski carrier, kayak WARNING
carrier, cargo basket, etc. on the cross- . Never exceed the maximum
bars, follow the manufacturer’s instruc- weight specified for the trailer
tions and make sure that the attachment is hitch. Exceeding the maximum
securely fixed to the crossbars. Use only weight could cause an accident
attachments designed specifically for the resulting in serious personal in-
crossbars. A set of the crossbars is juries. Permissible trailer weight
designed to carry loads (cargo and attach- changes depending on the situa-
ment) of not more than 165 lbs (75 kg). tion. For possible recommenda-
Before operating the vehicle, make sure tions and limitations, refer to
that the cargo is properly secured on the “Trailer towing” F8-19.
attachment.
Each of the two roof moldings has two . Trailer brakes are required when
NOTE mounting points for crossbars. Each the towing load exceeds 1,000
Remember that the vehicle’s center of mounting point is fitted with a cover. Use lbs (453 kg). Be sure your trailer
gravity is altered with the weight of the a screwdriver to remove the covers. When has safety chains and that each
load on the roof, thus affecting the installing the crossbars on the roof mold- chain will hold the trailer’s max-
driving characteristics. ing, follow the manufacturer’s instructions. imum gross weight. Towing trai-
Drive carefully. Avoid rapid starts, hard lers without safety chains could
cornering and abrupt stops. Crosswind create a traffic safety hazard if
effects will be increased. the trailer separates from the
hitch due to coupling damage or
hitch ball damage.
. Be sure to check the hitch pin
and safety pin for positive lock-
ing placement before towing a
trailer. If the ball mount comes off
the hitch receiver, the trailer
could get loose and create a
Driving tips/Trailer hitch (dealer option) 8-17
receiver tube. maximum gross weight. The chains 9. Confirm proper function of the hitch
2. Insert the hitch pin into the hole should cross under the trailer tongue to electrical wire harness by individually
located on the hitch receiver tube so that prevent the tongue from dropping onto the activating the brake, stop and turn signal
the pin passes through the ball mount. ground in case it should disconnect from lights on the trailer.
3. Insert the safety pin through the the hitch ball. Allow sufficient slack in the
provided hole on the hitch pin securely. chains taking tight turn situations into NOTE
4. Check the ball mount assembly by account; however, be careful not to let
them drag on the ground. Always disconnect the trailer electrical
pulling on it to make sure it does not come wire harness before launching or re-
off the hitch receiver. trieving a watercraft.
WARNING
Do not connect safety chains to any & If not towing a trailer
part of the vehicle other than the . Remove the ball mount from the hitch
safety chain hooks. receiver tube.
. Place the dust cap over the four-pin
connector of the hitch electrical wire
harness to protect against possible da-
mage.
. Occasionally lubricate terminals of the
four-pin connector using terminal grease.
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8-20 Driving tips/Trailer towing
Certification label
GVWR is shown on the certification label
located at the bottom of the driver’s side Gross Axle Weight
Gross Vehicle Weight
door pillar of your vehicle. The total weight applied to each axle
The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) must
(GAW) must never exceed the Gross Axle
never exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight
Weight Rating (GAWR). The front and rear
Rating (GVWR).
GAWs can be adjusted by relocating
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) is the passengers and luggage inside the vehi-
combined total of the weight of the vehicle, cle. The front and rear GAWR are also
driver, passengers, luggage, trailer hitch, shown on the certification label located at
trailer tongue load and any other optional the bottom of driver’s side door pillar.
equipment installed on your vehicle.
Therefore, the GVW changes depending To check both GVWR and GAWR and to
on the situation. Determine the GVW each confirm that the total weight and weight
time before going on a trip by putting your distribution are within safe driving limits,
vehicle and trailer on a vehicle scale. you should have your vehicle and trailer
weighed at a commercial weighing station.
Be sure that all cargo is firmly secured to
prevent a change in weight distribution
Driving tips/Trailer towing 8-21
while driving.
! Tongue load
1) Jack F: Front
2) Bathroom scale
The tongue load can be adjusted by
Tongue load The tongue load can be weighed with a proper distribution of the load in the trailer.
Ensure that the trailer tongue load is from bathroom scale as shown in the illustration Never load the trailer with more weight in
8 to 11 percent of the total trailer weight above. When weighing the tongue load, the back than in the front; approximately
and does not exceed the maximum value be sure to position the towing coupler at 60 percent of the trailer load should be in
of 200 lbs (90 kg). the height at which it would be during the front and approximately 40 percent in
actual towing, using a jack as shown. the rear. Also, distribute the load as evenly
as possible on both the left and right
sides.
Be sure that all cargo is firmly secured to
prevent a change in weight distribution
while driving.
WARNING
If the trailer is loaded with more
weight in the back of trailer’s axle
than in the front, the load is taken off
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8-22 Driving tips/Trailer towing
the rear axle of the towing vehicle. hitch or other trailer towing (453 kg), the trailer is required to be
This may cause the rear wheels to equipment. equipped with its own brake system.
skid, especially during braking or . Do not use axle-mounted hitches Electric brakes or surge brakes are
when vehicle speed is reduced dur- as they can cause damage to the recommended, and must be installed
ing cornering, resulting in over- axle housing, wheel bearings, properly. Check that your trailer’s brakes
steer, spin out and/or jackknifing. wheels or tires. conform with Federal, state/province and/
or other applicable regulations. Your
Do not use a trailer hitch other than a SUBARU’s brake system is not designed
& Trailer hitches genuine SUBARU trailer hitch. A genuine to be tapped into the trailer’s hydraulic
SUBARU hitch is available from your brake system. Please ask your SUBARU
WARNING SUBARU dealer. dealer and professional trailer supplier for
more information about the trailer’s brake
system.
Never drill the frame or under-body & Connecting a trailer
of your vehicle to install a commer- ! Trailer safety chains
cial trailer hitch. If you do, danger- ! Trailer brakes
ous exhaust gas, water or mud may WARNING
enter the passenger compartment WARNING
through the drilled hole. Exhaust Always use safety chains between
gas contains carbon monoxide, a . Adequate size trailer brakes are your vehicle and the trailer. Towing
colorless and odorless gas which is required when the trailer and its trailer without safety chains could
dangerous, or even lethal, if inhaled. cargo exceed 1,000 lbs (453 kg) create a traffic safety hazard if the
Also, drilling the frame or under- total weight. trailer separates from the hitch due
body of your vehicle could cause . Do not directly connect your to coupling damage or hitch ball
deterioration of strength of your trailer’s hydraulic brake system damage.
vehicle and cause corrosion around to the hydraulic brake system in
the drilled hole. your vehicle. Direct connection In case the trailer hitch connector or hitch
would cause the vehicle’s brake ball should break or become discon-
performance to deteriorate and nected, the trailer could get loose and
CAUTION could lead to an accident. create a traffic safety hazard.
. Do not modify the vehicle ex- For safety, always connect the towing
If your trailer’s total weight (trailer weight vehicle and trailer with trailer safety
haust system, brake system, or
plus its cargo weight) exceeds 1,000 lbs chains. Two chains should be used in
other systems when installing a
Driving tips/Trailer towing 8-23
total, one to the right side and the other to ! Trailer lights are properly inflated. Refer to “Tires” F12-
the left side trailer tongue. Pass the chains 10.
crossing each other under the trailer CAUTION
tongue to prevent the trailer from dropping Trailer tire condition, size, load rating and
Direct splicing or other improper proper inflation pressure should be in
onto the ground in case the trailer tongue
connection of trailer lights may accordance with the trailer manufacturer’s
should disconnect from the hitch ball.
damage your vehicle’s electrical specifications. Also check federal, state,
Allow sufficient slack in the chains taking
system and cause a malfunction of province and/or other applicable regula-
tight turn situations into account; however,
your vehicle’s lighting system. tions.
be careful not to let them drag on the
ground. In the event your vehicle gets a flat tire
Connection of trailer lights to your vehi-
! Side mirrors cle’s electrical system requires modifica- when towing a trailer, ask a commercial
tions to the vehicle’s lighting circuit to road service representative or profes-
increase its capacity and accommodate sional to repair the flat tire.
wiring changes. To ensure the trailer lights If you carry a regular size spare tire in your
are connected properly, please consult vehicle or trailer as a precaution against
your SUBARU dealer. Check for proper getting a flat tire, be sure that the spare
operation of the turn signals and the brake tire is firmly secured.
lights each time you connect a trailer to
your vehicle. & Trailer towing tips
! Tires
CAUTION
WARNING
. For models equipped with the
Never tow a trailer when the tem- BSD (Blind Spot Detection) and
After hitching a trailer to your vehicle, porary spare tire is used. The tem- RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert)
check that the standard side mirrors porary spare tire is not designed to driving support systems, when
provide a good rearward field of view sustain the towing load. Use of the towing a trailer, press the BSD/
without significant blind spots. If significant temporary spare tire when towing RCTA OFF switch to deactivate
blind spots occur with the vehicle’s stan- can result in failure of the spare tire the system. The system may not
dard side mirrors, use towing mirrors that and/or less stability of the vehicle. operate properly due to the
conform with Federal, state/province and/ blocked radar waves. For details
or other applicable regulations. Make sure that all the tires on your vehicle about the BSD/RCTA OFF switch,
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8-24 Driving tips/Trailer towing
refer to “BSD/RCTA OFF switch” confirm that the load and its distribution result in skidding or jackknifing and loss of
F7-64. are acceptable. control.
. For models equipped with RAB . Check that the tire rating and pressures . Avoid abrupt starts and sudden accel-
(Reverse Automatic Braking) are correct. erations. If your vehicle has a manual
system, consult your SUBARU . Check that the vehicle and trailer are transmission, always start out in first gear
dealer for additional information connected properly. Confirm that: and release the clutch at moderate engine
about towing a trailer. – the trailer tongue is connected revolution.
. Never exceed 45 mph (72 km/h) properly to the hitch ball. . Avoid uneven steering, sharp turns and
when towing a trailer in hilly – the trailer lights connector is con- rapid lane changes.
country on hot days. nected properly and trailer’s brake . Slow down before turning. Make a
lights illuminate when the vehicle’s longer than normal turning radius because
. When towing a trailer, steering,
brake pedal is pressed, and that the the trailer wheels will be closer than the
stability, stopping distance and
trailer’s turn signal lights flash when vehicle wheels to the inside of the turn. In
braking performance will be dif-
the vehicle’s turn signal lever is oper- a tight turn, the trailer could hit your
ferent when compared to normal
ated. vehicle.
operation. You should never
drive at excessive speeds but – the safety chains are connected . Crosswinds will adversely affect the
always employ extra caution properly. handling of your vehicle and trailer, caus-
when towing a trailer. You should – all cargo in the trailer is secured ing sway. Crosswinds can be due to
also keep the following tips in safety in position. weather conditions or the passing of large
mind. – the side mirrors provide a good trucks or buses. If swaying occurs, firmly
rearward field of view without a sig- grip the steering wheel and promptly begin
nificant blind spot. decelerating your vehicle at a gradual
! Before starting out on a trip
. Sufficient time should be taken to learn pace.
. Check that the vehicle and vehicle-to- the “feel” of the vehicle/trailer combination . When passing other vehicles, consid-
hitch mounting are in good condition. If before starting out on a trip. In an area free erable distance is required because of the
any problems are apparent, do not tow the of traffic, practice turning, stopping and added weight and length caused by
trailer. backing up. attaching the trailer to your vehicle.
. Check that the vehicle rests horizon- ! Driving with a trailer
tally with the trailer attached. If the vehicle
is tipped sharply up at the front and down . You should allow for considerably more
at the rear, check the total trailer weight, stopping distance when towing a trailer.
GVW, GAWs and tongue load again, then Avoid sudden braking because it may
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In case of emergency
If you park your vehicle in used in day or night to warn other drivers Temporary spare tire
when you have to park your vehicle under
case of an emergency emergency conditions.
Avoid stopping on the road. It is best to WARNING
safely pull off the road if a problem occurs.
. Never tow a trailer when the
The hazard warning flasher can be acti- temporary spare tire is used.
vated regardless of the ignition switch The temporary spare tire is not
position. designed to sustain the towing
Turn on the hazard warning by pushing load. Use of the temporary spare
the hazard warning flasher switch. Turn it tire when towing can result in
off by pushing the switch again. failure of the spare tire and/or
less stability of the vehicle and
NOTE may lead to an accident.
When the hazard warning flasher is on, . When a spare tire is mounted or a
the turn signals do not work. wheel rim is replaced without the
original pressure sensor/trans-
mitter being transferred, the low
tire pressure warning light will
illuminate steadily after blinking
for approximately one minute.
This indicates the tire pressure
monitoring system (TPMS) is un-
able to monitor all four road
wheels. Contact your SUBARU
dealer as soon as possible for
tire and sensor replacement and/
or system resetting.
Check the inflation pressure of the tem- . When the wear indicator appears on
porary spare tire periodically to keep the the tread, replace the tire.
tire ready for use. For the correct tire . The temporary spare tire must be used
pressure, refer to “Tires” F12-10. only on a rear wheel. If a front wheel tire
gets punctured, replace the wheel with a
When using the temporary spare tire, note rear wheel and install the temporary spare
the following. tire in place of the removed rear wheel.
. Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
. Do not put a tire chain on the temporary
spare tire. Because of the smaller tire size,
a tire chain will not fit properly.
. Do not use two or more temporary
spare tires at the same time.
. Do not drive over obstacles. This tire
has a smaller diameter, so road clearance
is reduced.
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9-4 In case of emergency/Maintenance tools
Flat tires the jack. The jack can come out under the floor of the cargo area. Refer to
of the jacking point due to a jolt “Maintenance tools” F9-3.
If you have a flat tire while driving, never and this can result in a severe
accident. NOTE
brake suddenly; keep driving straight Make sure that the jack is well lubri-
ahead while gradually reducing speed. cated before using it.
Then slowly pull off the road to a safe 1. Park on a hard, level surface, when-
place. ever possible, then stop the engine.
2. Apply the parking brake securely and
& Changing a flat tire shift the shift lever in reverse (MT models)
or the select lever to the “P” (Park)
WARNING position (CVT models).
3. Turn on the hazard warning flasher
. Do not jack up the vehicle on an and have everyone get out of the vehicle.
incline or a loose road surface.
The jack can come out of the
jacking point or sink into the
ground and this can result in a
severe accident.
. Use only the jack provided with
your vehicle. The jack supplied 6. Take out the tool bucket and turn the
with the vehicle is designed only attaching bolt counterclockwise, then take
for changing a tire. Never get the spare tire out.
under the vehicle while support- NOTE
ing the vehicle with this jack.
If the spare tire provided in your vehicle
. Before using the jack, be sure is a temporary spare tire, carefully read
that there are no occupants or “Temporary spare tire” F9-2 and
cargo in the vehicle. 4. Put wheel blocks at the front and rear
of the tire diagonally opposite the flat tire. strictly follow the instructions.
. Always turn off the engine before
raising the flat tire off the ground 5. Take out the jack, jack handle and
using the jack. Never swing or wheel nut wrench.
push the vehicle supported with The tools and the spare tire are stored
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9-6 In case of emergency/Flat tires
8. Loosen the wheel nuts using the wheel Turn the jackscrew by hand until the jack
nut wrench but do not remove the nuts. head engages firmly into the jack-up point.
1) Notch
2) Valve hole
Jack-up points 10. Insert the jack handle into the jack-
7. If your vehicle has wheel covers, insert
a flat-head screwdriver into the notch on 9. Place the jack under the side sill at the screw, and turn the handle until the tire
the opposite side of the valve hole and pry front or rear jack-up point closest to the flat clears the ground. Do not raise the vehicle
the wheel cover to remove it. tire. higher than necessary.
11. Remove the wheel nuts and the flat
tire.
In case of emergency/Flat tires 9-7
& Tire pressure monitoring The tire pressure monitoring system pro-
system (TPMS) (U.S.-spec. vides the driver with a warning message
models) by sending a signal from a sensor that is
installed in each wheel when a tire
pressure is severely low relative to the
selected TPMS mode.
The tire pressure monitoring system will
activate only when the vehicle is driven at
speeds above 25 mph (40 km/h). Also,
this system may not react immediately to a
sudden drop in tire pressure (for example,
a blow-out caused by running over a
sharp object).
17. When storing the spare tire after
repairing a flat tire, be sure to place the WARNING
spacer in the manner shown in the
If the low tire pressure warning light
illustration, and then tighten the bolt in Low tire pressure warning light (type A) illuminates while driving, never
the rear side of the bracket.
brake suddenly and keep driving
straight ahead while gradually redu-
WARNING cing speed. Then slowly pull off the
road to a safe place. Otherwise an
Never place a tire or tire changing accident involving serious vehicle
tools in the passenger compartment damage and serious personal injury
after changing wheels. In a sudden could occur.
stop or collision, loose equipment
Check the pressure for all four tires
could strike occupants and cause
and adjust the pressure to the COLD
injury. Store the tire and all tools in
tire pressure shown on the vehicle
the proper place.
placard on the door pillar on the
driver’s side. If this light still illumi-
nates while driving after adjusting
Low tire pressure warning light (type B) the tire pressure, a tire may have
In case of emergency/Jump starting 9-9
significant damage and a fast leak ute, promptly contact a SUBARU Jump starting
that causes the tire to lose air dealer to have the system inspected.
rapidly. If you have a flat tire, replace
it with a spare tire as soon as WARNING
possible.
. Battery fluid is SULFURIC ACID.
When a spare tire is mounted or a Do not let it come in contact with
wheel rim is replaced without the the eyes, skin, clothing or the
original pressure sensor/transmitter vehicle.
being transferred, the low tire pres-
sure warning light will illuminate If battery fluid gets on you,
steadily after blinking for approxi- thoroughly flush the exposed
mately one minute. This indicates area with water immediately. Get
the TPMS is unable to monitor all medical help if the fluid has
four road wheels. Contact your entered your eyes.
SUBARU dealer as soon as possible If battery fluid is accidentally
for tire and sensor replacement and/ swallowed, immediately drink a
or system resetting. large amount of milk or water,
When a tire is repaired with liquid and obtain immediate medical
sealant, the tire pressure warning help.
valve and transmitter may not oper- Keep everyone including chil-
ate properly. If a liquid sealant is dren away from the battery.
used, contact your nearest SUBARU . The gas generated by a battery
dealer or other qualified service explodes if a flame or spark is
shop as soon as possible. Make brought near it. Do not smoke or
sure to replace the tire pressure light a match while jump starting.
warning valve and transmitter when
replacing the tire. You may reuse the . Never attempt jump starting if the
wheel if there is no damage to it and discharged battery is frozen. It
if the sealant residue is properly could cause the battery to burst
cleaned off. or explode.
If the light illuminates steadily after . Whenever working on or around
blinking for approximately one min- a battery, always wear suitable
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9-10 In case of emergency/Jump starting
A) Booster battery
B) Strut mounting nut
9-12 In case of emergency/Engine overheating
Engine overheating engine compartment. Refer to “Engine until it stops. Release the pressure from
hood” F11-7. the radiator. After the pressure has been
Confirm that the cooling fan is turning. If fully released, remove the cap by pressing
WARNING the fan is not turning, immediately turn off down and turning it.
the engine and contact an authorized
Never attempt to remove the radia- SUBARU dealer for repair.
tor cap until the engine has been 3. After the coolant temperature high
shut off and has fully cooled down. warning light that has blinked or illumi-
When the engine is hot, the coolant nated in RED turns off, turn off the engine.
is under pressure. Removing the For details about the warning light, refer to
cap while the engine is still hot “Coolant temperature low indicator light/
could release a spray of boiling hot Coolant temperature high warning light”
coolant, which could burn you very F3-17.
seriously. 4. After the engine has fully cooled down,
check the coolant level in the reserve
If the engine overheats, safely pull off the tank. If the coolant level is below the
road and stop the vehicle in a safe “LOW” mark, add coolant up to the “FULL”
location. mark.
& If steam is coming from the NOTE
engine compartment For details about how to check the
. Turn off the engine and get everyone coolant level or how to add coolant,
away from the vehicle until it cools down. refer to “Engine coolant” F11-13.
. Contact an authorized SUBARU deal- 5. If there is no coolant in the reserve
er. tank, add coolant to the reserve tank.
Then remove the radiator cap and fill the
& If no steam is coming from radiator with coolant.
the engine compartment If you remove the radiator cap from a hot
1. Keep the engine running at idling radiator, first wrap a thick cloth around the
speed. radiator cap, then turn the cap counter-
2. Open the engine hood to ventilate the clockwise slowly without pressing down
In case of emergency/Towing 9-13
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9-14 In case of emergency/Towing
the vehicle and stow it in the tool bucket. threaded hole for attaching the towing
Fit the towing hook cover on the bumper. hook.
WARNING
. Do not use the towing hook
except when towing your vehicle.
. Be sure to remove the towing
hook after towing. Leaving the
towing hook mounted on the
vehicle could interfere with prop-
er operation of the SRS airbag
system in a frontal collision.
3. Screw the towing hook into the thread
hole until its thread can no longer be seen. Rear towing hook:
1. Take the towing hook, screwdriver and 3. Screw the towing hook into the thread
jack handle out of the cargo area. hole until its thread can no longer be seen.
After towing, remove the towing hook from front bumper. To use the rear tie-down holes, remove
the vehicle and stow it in the tool bucket. the plugs. After using the rear tie-down
Rear tie-down holes: holes, return the plugs to their original
Fit the towing hook cover on the bumper.
places.
WARNING
WARNING
. Do not use the towing hook
except when towing your vehicle. Use the rear tie-down holes only for
. Be sure to remove the towing downward anchoring. If they are
hook after towing. Leaving the used to anchor the vehicle in any
towing hook mounted on the other direction, cables may slip out
vehicle could interfere with prop- of the holes, possibly causing a
er operation of the fuel pump dangerous situation.
shut off function when the vehi-
cle is struck from behind. & Using a flat-bed truck
Front tie-down hooks:
position for CVT models. Shift the shift & Towing with all wheels on the . Remember that the brake booster
lever into the “1st” position for MT models. ground and power steering do not func-
2. Apply the parking brake firmly. tion when the engine is not
3. Secure the vehicle onto the carrier running. Because the engine is
properly with safety chains. Each safety turned off, it will take greater
chain should be equally tightened and effort to operate the brake pedal
care must be taken not to pull the chains and steering wheel.
so tightly that the suspension bottoms out.
CAUTION
CAUTION
. If transmission failure occurs,
If your vehicle has a front under- transport your vehicle on a flat-
spoiler and rear underspoiler (both bed truck.
optional), be careful not to scrape . For CVT models, the traveling
them when placing the vehicle on speed must be limited to less
the carrier and when removing the 1. Release the parking brake and put the than 20 mph (30 km/h) and the
vehicle from the carrier. transmission in the “N”/neutral position. traveling distance to less than 31
2. The ignition switch should be in the miles (50 km). For greater speeds
“ON” position while the vehicle is being and distances, transport your
towed. vehicle on a flat-bed truck.
3. Take up slack in the towline slowly to
prevent damage to the vehicle.
WARNING
. Never turn the ignition switch to
the “LOCK”/“OFF” position while
the vehicle is being towed be-
cause the steering wheel and the
direction of the wheels will be
locked.
In case of emergency/Access key – if access key does not operate properly 9-17
Access key – if access key & Locking and unlocking & Switching power status
does not operate properly 1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Shift the select lever into the “P”
position.
CAUTION
3. Depress the brake pedal.
Keep metallic objects, magnetic
sources and signal transmitters
away from the area between the
access key and the push-button
ignition switch. They may interfere
with the communication between
the access key and the push-button
ignition switch.
1) Release button
The following functions may be inoperable 2) Mechanical key
because of strong radio signals in the
While pressing the release button of the
surrounding area or the access key
access key, take out the mechanical key.
battery being low.
Lock or unlock the driver’s door with the 4. Hold the access key with the buttons
. Locking/unlocking doors including the
mechanical key according to the proce- facing you, and touch the push-button
rear gate
dure described in “Locking and unlocking ignition switch with it.
. Switching power status from the outside” F2-5.
. Starting the engine When the communication between the
NOTE access key and the vehicle is completed,
In such cases, perform the following a chime (ding) will sound. At the same
After locking or unlocking, be sure to
procedure. When the battery of the access time, the status of the push-button ignition
reinsert the mechanical key into the
key is discharged, replace it with a new switch changes to either of the following.
access key.
one. Refer to “Replacing battery of access . When the keyless access with push-
key” F11-45. button start system is deactivated:
“ACC”
. Under other conditions: “ON”
5. When the keyless access with push-
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9-18 In case of emergency/Rear gate – if the rear gate cannot be opened
button start system is deactivated, press facing you, and touch the push-button Rear gate – if the rear gate
the push-button ignition switch with the ignition switch with it.
brake pedal released. The status of the
cannot be opened
When the communication between the
push-button ignition switch then changes access key and the vehicle is completed,
to “ON”. a chime (ding) will sound. At the same In the event that you cannot open the rear
time, the push-button ignition switch turns gate by operating the rear gate opener
to the “ACC” or “ON” position. button, you can open it from inside the
NOTE cargo area.
If the power does not switch even 5. After the push-button ignition switch
though the above procedure was fol- turns to the “ACC” or “ON” position, while
lowed precisely, contact your SUBARU depressing the brake pedal, press the
dealer. push-button ignition switch.
CAUTION
Never operate the rear gate open
lever with fingers because doing so
4. Hold the access key with the buttons may cause an injury. Always use a
In case of emergency/Power rear gate – if power rear gate does not operate properly 9-19
flat-head screwdriver or a similar the right position using a flat-head screw- Power rear gate - if power
tool. driver or a similar tool.
rear gate does not operate
properly
& When the power rear gate is
deactivated
NOTE
. After deactivating automatic open-
ing and closing, the rear gate may open
or close automatically, moving little by
little. This movement is to prevent the
rear gate from quickly opening and
closing and it will continue for approxi-
mately 15 seconds but it is not a
malfunction.
Models without power rear gate
. While the power rear gate is tem-
porarily deactivated, if it is struck by
body parts or objects and sustains a
strong impact, the temporary deactiva-
tion may be canceled. The purpose of
this is to absorb the impact of the
collision and it is not a malfunction. In
this case, the rear gate will not open or
close automatically.
If the power rear gate senses a malfunc-
tion, an electronic chirp will sound and
automatic opening and closing will be
deactivated. The rear gate will automati-
Models with power rear gate cally open or close depending on the
degree it is open to at this time.
3. To open the rear gate, turn the lever to
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9-20 In case of emergency/Power rear gate – if power rear gate does not operate properly
In order for the rear gate to open and close ! When the rear gate is stuck at the
be careful not to be injured by
automatically, carry out the following fully open position or does not fully
getting caught in or hit by the
operation. If the rear gate does not open close
rear gate.
and close automatically after carrying out 1. Gently close the rear gate by hand . After closing the rear gate by the
this operation, we recommend that you until it reaches the half-shut position. If the following methods, we recom-
have the vehicle checked at a SUBARU rear gate does not close, perform the mend that you have the vehicle
dealer. procedure described in “Rear gate – if the checked at a SUBARU dealer.
rear gate cannot be opened” F9-18.
! When the rear gate is closed
2. Press and hold either of the power rear If the rear gate cannot be closed due to a
gate buttons. flat battery, etc., while the rear gate is
stopped midway, it can be closed by the
& When the rear gate cannot be following methods.
unlocked
Perform the procedure described in “Rear
gate – if the rear gate cannot be opened”
F9-18.
CAUTION
10
10-2 Appearance care/Exterior care
Exterior care face, completely rinse off the sap, and bird droppings should be washed
detergent with water. Otherwise, off by using a light detergent, as required.
& Washing the cover surface may be da- If you use a light detergent, make certain
maged. that it is a neutral detergent. Do not use
CAUTION . Since your vehicle is equipped strong soap or chemical detergents. All
with a rear wiper, automatic car- cleaning agents should be promptly rinsed
. When washing the vehicle, the wash brushes could become off the surface and not allowed to dry
brakes may get wet. As a result, tangled around it, damaging the there. Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with
the brake stopping distance will wiper arm and other compo- plenty of lukewarm water. Wipe the
be longer. To dry the brakes, nents. Ask the automatic car- remaining water off with a chamois or soft
drive the vehicle at a safe speed wash operator not to let the cloth. Wear rubber gloves and use a hand
while lightly depressing the brushes touch the wiper arm or brush when washing down underbody,
brake pedal to heat up the to fix the wiper arm on the rear inner fenders and suspension to remove
brakes. window glass with adhesive tape mud and dirt effectively.
. Do not wash the engine compart- before operating the machine. ! Washing the underbody
ment and area adjacent to it. If Chemicals, salts and gravel used for
water enters the engine air intake deicing road surfaces are extremely cor-
or electrical parts, it will cause NOTE
rosive, accelerating the corrosion of un-
engine trouble or a malfunction When having your vehicle washed in
derbody components, such as the exhaust
of electrical equipment. an automatic car wash, make sure
system, fuel and brake lines, brake
. When washing the inner fenders, beforehand that the car wash is of
cables, floor pan and fenders, and sus-
underbody, bumpers and pro- suitable type.
pension.
truding objects such as exhaust The best way to preserve your vehicle’s Thoroughly flush the underbody and in-
pipes and exhaust finishers, be beauty is frequent washing. Wash the side of the fenders with lukewarm or cold
careful to avoid contact with any vehicle at least once a month to avoid water at frequent intervals to reduce the
sharp ends in order to prevent contamination by road grime. harmful effects of such agents.
injures.
Wash dirt off with a wet sponge and plenty Mud and sand adhering to the underbody
. Do not use any organic solvents of lukewarm or cold water. Do not wash components may accelerate their corro-
when washing the surface of the the vehicle with hot water and in direct sion.
bulb assembly cover. However, if sunlight.
a detergent with organic solvents After driving off-road or on muddy or
is used to wash the cover sur- Salt, chemicals, insects, tar, soot, tree sandy roads, wash the mud and sand off
Appearance care/Exterior care 10-3
the underbody. Carefully flush the suspen- & Waxing and polishing layer and exposing the undercoat. When
sion and axle parts, as they are particu- Always wash and dry the vehicle before in doubt, it is always best to contact your
larly prone to mud and sand buildup. Do waxing and polishing. SUBARU dealer or an auto paint specia-
not use a sharp-edged tool to remove list.
caked mud. Use a good quality polish and wax and
apply them according to the manufac- CAUTION
CAUTION turer’s instructions. Wax or polish when
the painted surface is cool. Do not use any agents with organic
. Be careful not to damage brake solvents on the surface of the bulb
Be sure to polish and wax the chrome trim,
hoses, sensor harnesses, and assembly cover. However, if a polish
as well as the painted surfaces. Loss of
other parts when washing sus- or wax with organic solvents is
wax on a painted surface leads to loss of
pension components. applied to the cover surface, com-
the original luster and also quickens the
. Be careful not to flush the engine pletely wipe off the polish or wax.
deterioration of the surface. It is recom-
bottom for a long time. It may Otherwise, the cover surface may be
mended that a coat of wax be applied at
cause damage of some electrical damaged.
least once a month, or whenever the
parts. surface no longer repels water.
If the appearance of the paint has dimin- NOTE
! Using a warm water washer ished to the point where the luster or tone Be careful not to block the windshield
. Keep a good distance of 12 in (30 cm) cannot be restored, lightly polish the washer nozzles with wax when waxing
or more between the washer nozzle and surface with a fine-grained compound. the vehicle.
the vehicle. Never polish just the affected area, but
. Do not wash the same area continu- include the surrounding area as well. & Cleaning aluminum wheels
ously. Always polish in only one direction. A
. Promptly wipe the aluminum wheels
. If a stain will not come out easily, wash No. 2000 grain compound is recom-
mended. Never use a coarse-grained clean of any kind of grime or agent. If dirt
by hand. Some warm water washers are
compound. Coarse-grained compounds is left on too long, it may be difficult to
of the high temperature, high pressure
have a smaller grain-size number and clean off.
type, and they can damage or deform the
resin parts such as moldings, or cause could damage the paint. After polishing . Do not use soap containing grit to
water to leak into the vehicle. with a compound, coat with wax to restore clean the wheels. Be sure to use a neutral
the original luster. Frequent polishing with cleaning agent, and later rinse thoroughly
a compound or an incorrect polishing with water. Do not clean the wheels with a
technique will result in removing the paint stiff brush or expose them to a high-speed
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10-4 Appearance care/Corrosion protection
washing device. Corrosion protection vehicle remains for a long time, even
. Clean the vehicle (including the alumi- though other parts of the vehicle may be
num wheels) with water as soon as dry.
Your SUBARU has been designed and
possible when it has been splashed with built to resist corrosion. Special materials 4. High temperatures will cause corro-
sea water, exposed to sea breezes, or and protective finishes have been used on sion to parts of the vehicle which cannot
driven on roads treated with salt or other most parts of the vehicle to help maintain dry quickly due to lack of proper ventila-
agents. fine appearance, strength, and reliable tion.
operation.
& To help prevent corrosion
& Most common causes of Wash the vehicle regularly to prevent
corrosion corrosion of the body and suspension
The most common causes of corrosion components. Also, wash the vehicle
are: promptly after driving on any of the
following surfaces.
1. The accumulation of moisture retain-
ing dirt and debris in body panel sections, . roads that have been salted to prevent
cavities, and other areas. them from freezing in winter
2. Damage to paint and other protective . mud, sand, or gravel
coatings caused by gravel and stone . coastal roads
chips or minor accidents. After the winter has ended, it is recom-
Corrosion is accelerated on the vehicle mended that the underbody be given a
when: very thorough washing.
1. It is exposed to road salt or dust Before the beginning of winter, check the
control chemicals, or used in coastal condition of underbody components, such
areas where there is more salt in the air, as the exhaust system, fuel and brake
or in areas where there is considerable lines, brake cables, suspension, steering
industrial pollution. system, floor pan, and fenders. If any of
2. It is driven in areas of high humidity, them are found to be rusted, they should
especially when temperatures range just be given an appropriate rust prevention
above freezing. treatment or should be replaced. Contact
3. Dampness in certain parts of the your SUBARU dealer to perform this kind
Appearance care/Cleaning the interior 10-5
Maintenance schedule ....................................... 11-3 Front differential gear oil (CVT models) and
Maintenance precautions................................... 11-3 rear differential gear oil................................ 11-17
Before checking or servicing in the engine Recommended grade and viscosity .................. 11-17
compartment.................................................... 11-4 Brake fluid........................................................ 11-18
When checking or servicing in the engine Checking the fluid level.................................... 11-18
compartment while the engine is running.......... 11-5 Recommended brake fluid ............................... 11-18
Maintenance tips ................................................ 11-5 Clutch fluid (MT models) ................................. 11-19
Removing and reinstalling clips .......................... 11-5 Checking the fluid level.................................... 11-19
Engine hood ....................................................... 11-7 Recommended clutch fluid............................... 11-19
Engine compartment overview.......................... 11-8 Brake booster .................................................. 11-20
Non-turbo models .............................................. 11-8 Brake pedal ...................................................... 11-20
Turbo models ..................................................... 11-9 Checking the brake pedal free play .................. 11-20
Engine oil.......................................................... 11-10 Checking the brake pedal reserve distance....... 11-20
Engine oil consumption.................................... 11-10 Clutch pedal (MT models) ............................... 11-21
Checking the oil level ....................................... 11-10 Checking the clutch function............................ 11-21
Changing the oil and oil filter............................ 11-11 Checking the clutch pedal free play.................. 11-21
Recommended grade and viscosity .................. 11-11 Hill start assist system.................................... 11-21
Synthetic oil..................................................... 11-12 Replacement of brake pad and lining ............ 11-22
Cooling system ................................................ 11-12 Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings ....... 11-22
Cooling fan, hose and connections ................... 11-12 Parking brake stroke ....................................... 11-23
Engine coolant ................................................. 11-13
Tires and wheels.............................................. 11-23 11
Air cleaner element .......................................... 11-14 Types of tires................................................... 11-23
Replacing the air cleaner element ..................... 11-14 Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (if
Spark plugs ...................................................... 11-16 equipped) ...................................................... 11-23
Recommended spark plugs .............................. 11-16 Tire inspection................................................. 11-25
Drive belts ........................................................ 11-16 Tire pressures and wear .................................. 11-25
Manual transmission oil .................................. 11-17 Wheel balance ................................................. 11-27
Recommended grade and viscosity .................. 11-17 Wear indicators ............................................... 11-27
Continuously variable transmission fluid....... 11-17 Tire rotation direction mark .............................. 11-28
Tire rotation..................................................... 11-28
Maintenance and service
& When checking or servicing Maintenance tips 3. Remove the entire clip by pulling it up.
in the engine compartment
while the engine is running ! Type B clips
Some clips and fender linings must be
removed before replacing the air cleaner
WARNING elements or specific bulbs.
A running engine can be dangerous. & Removing and reinstalling
Keep your fingers, hands, clothing, clips
hair and tools away from the cooling
fan, drive belt and any other moving ! Removing clips
engine parts. Removing rings, There are several types of clips used for
watches and ties is advisable. your vehicle.
! Type A clips
Type C clips
Type A clips Insert the clip without the center portion
1. Turn the clip counterclockwise using a
first and then push the center portion of
Phillips screwdriver until the center portion
the clip into the hole.
of the clip is raised.
2. Remove the entire clip by pulling it up.
Type B clips
Maintenance and service/Engine hood 11-7
and insert it again. oil filler cap. Doing so may result on dusty roads, when short trips are
3. Be sure the level gauge is correctly in a burn, a pinched finger, or frequently made, or when driving in
inserted until it stops. may cause some other injury. extremely cold weather.
. Use only engine oil with the NOTE
recommended grade and vis-
cosity. . Changing the engine oil and oil filter
should be performed by a well-trained
. Be careful not to spill engine oil expert. Contact your SUBARU dealer
when adding it. If oil touches the for changing the engine oil and oil filter.
exhaust pipe, it may cause a bad Fully trained mechanics are on standby
smell, smoke, and/or a fire. If at a SUBARU dealer to utilize the
engine oil gets on the exhaust special tools, spare parts and recom-
pipe, be sure to wipe it off. mended oil for this work, and also,
used oils are properly disposed of.
To add engine oil, remove the engine oil . If performing oil replacement your-
filler cap and slowly pour engine oil self, observe the local regulations and
through the filler neck. After pouring oil dispose of waste oil properly.
1) Full level
into the engine, you must use the level
2) Low level
gauge to confirm that the oil level is
3) Approximately 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter, 0.9
correct. & Recommended grade and
Imp qt) from low level to full level
viscosity
4. Pull out the oil level gauge again. NOTE
5. Check the oil levels on both sides of To prevent overfilling the engine oil, do CAUTION
the level gauge. The engine oil level must not add any additional oil above the
be judged by the lowest of the two levels. upper level when the engine is cold. Use only engine oil with the recom-
If the oil level is below the low level mark, mended grade and viscosity.
add oil so that the full level is reached. & Changing the oil and oil filter
Change the oil and oil filter according to Refer to “Engine oil” F12-4.
the maintenance schedule in the “War- NOTE
CAUTION ranty and Maintenance Booklet”.
Engine oil viscosity (thickness) affects
. Be careful not to touch the en- The engine oil and oil filter must be fuel economy. Oils of lower viscosity
gine oil filter when removing the changed more frequently than listed in provide better fuel economy. However,
the maintenance schedule when driving
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11-12 Maintenance and service/Cooling system
in hot weather, oil of higher viscosity is Cooling system type, the maintenance interval is
required to properly lubricate the en- shortened to that of the mixing
gine. coolant.
WARNING . Do not splash the engine coolant
& Synthetic oil over painted parts. The alcohol
Never attempt to remove the radia- contained in the engine coolant
You should use synthetic engine oil that tor cap until the engine has been
meets the same requirements given for may damage the paint surface.
shut off and has cooled down
conventional engine oil. When using completely. Since the coolant is
synthetic oil, you must use oil of the same
classification, viscosity and grade shown
under pressure, you may suffer & Cooling fan, hose and con-
serious burns from a spray of boil- nections
in this Owner’s Manual. Refer to “Engine ing hot coolant when the cap is
oil” F12-4. Also, you must follow the oil removed. Your vehicle employs an electric cooling
and filter changing intervals shown in the fan which is thermostatically controlled to
Warranty and Maintenance booklet. operate when the engine coolant reaches
CAUTION a specific temperature.
NOTE
If the radiator cooling fan does not operate
Synthetic oil of the grade and viscosity . Vehicles are filled at the factory
noted in chapter 12 is the recom- even when the coolant temperature high
with SUBARU Super Coolant that
mended engine oil for optimum engine warning light blinks or illuminates in RED,
does not require the first change
performance. Conventional oil may be the cooling fan circuit may be defective.
for 11 years/137,500 miles (11
used if synthetic oil is unavailable. Refer to “Coolant temperature low indica-
years/220,000 km). This coolant
tor light/Coolant temperature high warning
should not be mixed with any
light” F3-17.
other brand or type of coolant
during this period. Mixing with a Check the fuse and replace it if necessary.
different coolant will reduce the Refer to “Fuses” F11-37 and “Fuses and
life of the coolant. Should it be circuits” F12-12.
necessary to top up the coolant If the fuse is not blown, have the cooling
for any reason, use only system checked by your SUBARU dealer.
SUBARU Super Coolant.
If frequent addition of coolant is neces-
If the SUBARU Super Coolant is
sary, there may be a leak in the engine
diluted with another brand or
cooling system. It is recommended that
Maintenance and service/Cooling system 11-13
WARNING
Never attempt to remove the radia-
tor cap until the engine has been
shut off and has cooled down
completely. Since the coolant is
under pressure, you may suffer 1) “FULL” level mark 1) Fill up to this level
serious burns from a spray of boil- 2) “LOW” level mark
ing hot coolant when the cap is
removed. Check the coolant level at each fuel stop.
1. Check the coolant level on the outside
of the reservoir while the engine is cool.
2. If the level is close to or lower than the
“LOW” level mark, add coolant up to the
“FULL” level mark. If the reserve tank is
empty, remove the radiator cap and refill
coolant up to just below the filler neck as
shown in the following illustration.
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11-14 Maintenance and service/Air cleaner element
! Turbo models
2. Open the air cleaner case (rear). 5. To install the air cleaner case (rear),
insert the three projections on the air 1) Clip
cleaner case (rear) into the slits on the
air cleaner case (front). 1. Unsnap the two clips holding the air
6. Install in the reverse order of removal. cleaner case (rear).
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11-16 Maintenance and service/Spark plugs
4. To install the air cleaner case (rear), & Recommended spark plugs
insert the three projections on the air
For the recommended spark plugs, refer
cleaner case (rear) into the slits on the
to “Electrical system” F12-10.
air cleaner case (front).
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Maintenance and service/Manual transmission oil 11-17
Manual transmission oil Continuously variable trans- Front differential gear oil
mission fluid (CVT models) and rear differ-
It is not necessary to check the transmis- ential gear oil
sion oil level. Check that there are no It is not necessary to check the transmis-
cracks, damage or leakage. However, the sion fluid level. Check that there are no It is not necessary to check the gear oil
oil inspection should be performed ac- cracks, damage or leakage. However, the level. Check that there are no cracks,
cording to the maintenance schedule in fluid inspection should be performed damage or leakage. However, the oil
the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. according to the maintenance schedule inspection should be performed according
Consult your SUBARU dealer for details. in the “Warranty and Maintenance Book- to the maintenance schedule in the
let”. Consult your SUBARU dealer for “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”.
& Recommended grade and details. Consult your SUBARU dealer for details.
viscosity
Each oil manufacturer has its own base & Recommended grade and
oils and additives. Never use different viscosity
brands together. For details, refer to Each oil manufacturer has its own base
“Manual transmission, front differential oils and additives. Never use different
and rear differential gear oil” F12-7. brands together. For details, refer to
“Manual transmission, front differential
and rear differential gear oil” F12-7.
CAUTION
Using a differential gear oil other
than the specified oil may cause a
decline in vehicle performance.
11-18 Maintenance and service/Brake fluid
Brake fluid Alcohol contained in the brake check the fluid level for the brake system
fluid may damage them. at the front part of the reservoir (shaded
& Checking the fluid level . Be careful not to spill brake fluid area in the illustration).
when adding it. If brake fluid If the fluid level is below “MIN”, add the
WARNING touches the exhaust pipe, it may recommended brake fluid to “MAX”. Use
cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or only brake fluid from a sealed container.
. Never let brake fluid contact your a fire. If brake fluid gets on the
eyes because brake fluid can be
harmful to your eyes. If brake
exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe it & Recommended brake fluid
off.
fluid gets in your eyes, immedi- Refer to “Fluids” F12-9.
ately flush them thoroughly with
clean water. For safety, when CAUTION
performing this work, wearing
Never use different brands of brake
eye protection is advisable.
fluid together. Also, avoid mixing
. Brake fluid absorbs moisture DOT 3 and DOT 4 brake fluids even if
from the air. Any absorbed moist- they are the same brand.
ure can cause a dangerous loss
of braking performance.
. If the vehicle requires frequent
refilling, there may be a leak. If
you suspect a problem, have the
vehicle checked at your SUBARU
dealer.
1) “MAX” level line
2) The brake fluid level must be checked in
this area.
CAUTION 3) “MIN” level line
. When adding brake fluid, be care- Check the fluid level monthly.
ful not to allow any dirt into the Check the fluid level on the outside of the
reservoir. reservoir. Because this reservoir is used
. Never splash the brake fluid over for both the brake and clutch systems and
painted surfaces or rubber parts. has chambers for each system, be sure to
Maintenance and service/Clutch fluid (MT models) 11-19
Clutch fluid (MT models) Alcohol contained in the clutch Check the fluid level monthly.
fluid may damage them. Check the fluid level on the outside of the
& Checking the fluid level . Be careful not to spill clutch fluid reservoir. Because this reservoir is used
when adding it. If clutch fluid for both the brake and clutch systems and
WARNING touches the exhaust pipe, it may has chambers for each system, be sure to
cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or check the fluid level for the clutch system
Never let clutch fluid contact your a fire. If clutch fluid gets on the at the inboard side of the reservoir
eyes because clutch fluid can be exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe it (shaded area in the illustration). If the fluid
harmful to your eyes. If clutch fluid off. level is below “MIN”, add the recom-
gets in your eyes, immediately flush mended clutch fluid to “MAX”.
. The fluid level for the clutch
them thoroughly with clean water. Use only clutch fluid from a sealed
system must be checked at the
For safety, when performing this container.
inboard side of the reservoir. It
work, wearing eye protection is
cannot be checked at the out-
advisable.
board side of the reservoir. & Recommended clutch fluid
Refer to “Fluids” F12-9.
CAUTION
CAUTION
. Clutch fluid absorbs moisture
from the air. Any absorbed moist- Never use different brands of clutch
ure can cause improper clutch fluid together. Also, avoid mixing
operation. DOT 3 and DOT 4 brake fluids even if
they are the same brand.
. If the vehicle requires frequent
refilling, there may be a leak. If
you suspect a problem, have the
vehicle checked at your SUBARU
dealer.
. When clutch fluid is added, be
careful not to allow any dirt into 1) “MAX” level line
the tank. 2) The clutch fluid level must be checked in
. Never splash the clutch fluid over this area.
painted surfaces or rubber parts. 3) “MIN” level line
11-20 Maintenance and service/Brake booster
Clutch pedal (MT models) & Checking the clutch pedal Hill start assist system
free play
Check the clutch pedal free play according Ensure that the Hill start assist system
to the maintenance schedule in the operates properly under the following
“Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. circumstances.
1. Stop the vehicle on an uphill grade by
& Checking the clutch function depressing the brake pedal (all models)
Check the clutch engagement and disen- and clutch pedal (MT models only), with
gagement. the engine running.
1. With the engine idling, check that there 2. Make sure that the vehicle does not
are no abnormal noises when the clutch move backward for several seconds after
pedal is depressed, and that shifting into the brake pedal is released.
1st or reverse feels smooth. 3. Then make sure the vehicle starts
2. Start the vehicle by releasing the pedal climbing the grade by following the normal
slowly to check that the engine and starting procedures.
1) 0.16 - 0.43 in (4.0 - 11.0 mm)
transmission smoothly couple without If the Hill start assist system does not
any sign of slippage. Lightly depress the clutch pedal down with
your finger until you feel resistance, and operate as described above, contact your
check the free play. SUBARU dealer.
If the free play is not within proper
specification, contact your SUBARU deal-
er.
11-22 Maintenance and service/Replacement of brake pad and lining
Replacement of brake pad brake pad wear indicator, it will parking brake stroke is out of the specified
result in the need for costly brake range, adjust it by turning the adjusting nut
and lining located on the parking brake lever.
rotor repair or replacement.
temperature outside. By way of example, pressure warning light does not turn off, steadily after blinking for approximately
the following table shows the required tire the tire pressure monitoring system may one minute.
pressures that correspond to various out- not be functioning normally. In this event,
side temperatures when the temperature go to a SUBARU dealer to have the When a tire is replaced, adjustments are
in the garage is 608F (15.68C). system inspected as soon as possible. necessary to ensure continued normal
operation of the tire pressure monitoring
Example: While the vehicle is driven, friction be- system. As with wheel replacement, there-
Ti r e s i z e : P 2 0 5 / 5 5 R 1 6 8 9 V a n d tween tires and the road surface causes fore, you should have the work performed
P205/50R17 88V the tires to warm up. After illumination of by a SUBARU dealer.
Standard tire pressures: the low tire pressure warning light, any
Front: 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2) increase in the tire pressures caused by WARNING
Rear: 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2) an increase in the outside air temperature
or by an increase in the temperature in the If the low tire pressure warning light
Garage temperature: 608F (15.68C) does not illuminate briefly after the
tires can cause the low tire pressure
Outside Adjusted pressure warning light to turn off. ignition switch is turned ON or the
temperature [psi (kPa, kgf/cm2)] light illuminates steadily after blink-
System resetting is necessary when the ing for approximately one minute,
Front Rear wheels are changed (for example, a you should have your Tire Pressure
308F (−18C) 36 (250, 2.5) 35 (240, 2.4) switch to snow tires) and new TPMS Monitoring System checked at a
38 37 valves are installed on the newly fitted SUBARU dealer as soon as possi-
108F (−128C) wheels. Have this work performed by a
(260, 2.6) (255, 2.55) ble.
40
SUBARU dealer following wheel replace- If this light illuminates while driving,
−108F (−238C) (275, 2.75)
39 (270, 2.7) ment. never brake suddenly. Instead, per-
It may not be possible to install TPMS form the following procedure. Other-
If the low tire pressure warning light wise an accident involving serious
illuminates when you drive the vehicle in valves on certain wheels that are on the
market. Therefore, if you change the vehicle damage and serious perso-
cold outside air after adjusting the tire nal injury could occur.
pressures in a warm garage, re-adjust the wheels (for example, a switch to snow
tire pressures using the method described tires), use wheels that have the same part 1) Keep driving straight ahead while
above. Then, increase the vehicle speed number as the standard-equipment gradually reducing speed.
to at least 25 mph (40 km/h) and check to wheels. Without four operational TPMS 2) Slowly pull off the road to a safe
see that the low tire pressure warning light valve/sensors on the wheels, the TPMS place.
turns off a few minutes later. If the low tire will not fully function and the warning light
on the combination meter will illuminate If this light still illuminates while
Maintenance and service/Tires and wheels 11-25
pressure. . Correct tire pressure (tread worn . Abnormally low tire pressure (tread
evenly) worn at shoulders)
NOTE
. The air pressure in a tire increases
by approximately 4.3 psi (30 kPa, 0.3
kgf/cm2) when the tire becomes warm.
. The tires are considered cold when
the vehicle has been parked for at least
3 hours or has been driven less than
one mile (1.6 km).
WARNING
Do not let air out of warm tires to
adjust pressure. Doing so will result
in low tire pressure. Roadholding is good, and steering is Rolling resistance is high, so fuel con-
responsive. Rolling resistance is low, so sumption is also higher.
Incorrect tire pressures detract from con- fuel consumption is also lower.
trollability and ride comfort, and they
cause the tires to wear abnormally.
Maintenance and service/Tires and wheels 11-27
. Abnormally high tire pressure (tread the tires. The resulting loss of NOTE
worn in center) vehicle control could lead to an The suspension system is designed to
accident. hold each wheel at a certain alignment
(relative to the other wheels and to the
road) for optimum straight-line stability
& Wheel balance and cornering performance.
Each wheel was correctly balanced when
your vehicle was new, but the wheels will & Wear indicators
become unbalanced as the tires become
worn during use. Wheel imbalance causes
the steering wheel to vibrate slightly at
certain vehicle speeds and detracts from
the vehicle’s straight-line stability. It can
also cause steering and suspension sys-
tem problems and abnormal tire wear. If
Ride comfort is poor. Also, the tire you suspect that the wheels are not
magnifies the effects of road-surface correctly balanced, have them checked
bumps and dips, possibly resulting in and adjusted by your SUBARU dealer.
vehicle damage. Also have them adjusted after tire repairs
and after tire rotation.
If the tire placard shows tire pressures for
the vehicle when fully loaded, adjust the CAUTION
tire pressures to the values that match 1) New tread
current loading conditions. Loss of correct wheel alignment 2) Worn tread
3) Tread wear indicator
causes the tires to wear on one side
WARNING and reduces the vehicle’s running Each tire incorporates a tread wear
stability. Contact your SUBARU indicator, which becomes visible when
Driving at high speeds with exces-
dealer if you notice abnormal tire the depth of the tread grooves decreases
sively low tire pressures can cause
wear. to 0.063 in (1.6 mm). A tire must be
the tires to deform severely and to
rapidly become hot. A sharp in- replaced when the tread wear indicator
crease in temperature could cause appears as a solid band across the tread.
tread separation, and destruction of
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11-28 Maintenance and service/Tires and wheels
NOTE
For safety, inspect tire tread regularly Example of tire rotation direction mark Vehicles equipped with 4 non-unidirec-
and replace the tires before their tread 1) Front tional tires
wear indicators become visible. 1) Front
If the tire has the rotation direction
specification, the tire rotation direction
mark is placed on its sidewall.
When you install a tire that has the tire
rotation direction mark, install the tire with
the direction mark facing forward.
Tire wear varies from wheel to wheel. from controllability, ride comfort, braking For the items (a) to (d), you must
Move the tires to the positions shown in performance, speedometer accuracy and obey the specification that is
the illustration each time they are rotated. odometer accuracy. It also creates incor- printed on the tire placard. The
For the tire rotation schedule, refer to the rect body-to-tire clearances and inappro- tire placard is located on the
“Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. priately changes the vehicle’s ground bottom of driver’s door pillar.
clearance. If all of four tires are not the same
Replace any damaged or unevenly worn
tires at the time of rotation. After tire All four tires must be the same in terms of in items (a) to (h), it may lead to
rotation, adjust the tires pressures and manufacturer, brand (tread pattern), con- serious mechanical damage to
make sure the wheel nuts are correctly struction, and size. You are advised to the drive train of your car and
tightened. replace the tires with new ones that are affect the following factors.
identical to those fitted as standard equip- — Ride
After driving approximately 600 miles ment.
(1,000 km), check the wheel nuts again — Handling
and retighten any nut that has become For safe vehicle operation, SUBARU — Braking
loose. recommends replacing all four tires at — Speedometer/Odometer
the same time. calibration
& Tire replacement
WARNING — Clearance between the body
The wheels and tires are important and and tires
integral parts of your vehicle’s design; . When replacing or installing tire It also may be dangerous and
they cannot be changed arbitrarily. The (s), all four tires must be the lead to loss of vehicle control,
tires fitted as standard equipment are same for the following items. and it can lead to an accident.
optimally matched to the characteristics
of the vehicle and were selected to give (a) Size . Use only radial tires. Do not use
the best possible combination of running (b) Circumference radial tires together with belted
performance, ride comfort, and service (c) Speed symbol bias tires and/or bias-ply tires.
life. It is essential for every tire to have a Doing so can dangerously re-
(d) Load index duce controllability, resulting in
size and construction matching those
shown on the tire placard and to have a (e) Construction an accident.
speed symbol and load index matching (f) Manufacturer
those shown on the tire placard. (g) Brand (tread pattern)
Using tires of a non-specified size detracts (h) Degrees of wear
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11-30 Maintenance and service/Aluminum wheels
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11-32 Maintenance and service/Replacement of wiper blades
. State or local regulations on Replacement of wiper blades carefully return the wiper arms
volatile organic compounds may on the windshield by hand. You
restrict the use of methanol, a Grease, wax, insects, or other material on should not return the wiper arms
common windshield washer anti- the windshield or the wiper blade results in to the windshield only by the
freeze additive. Washer fluids jerky wiper operation and streaking on the return spring. Otherwise, the wi-
containing non-methanol anti- glass. If you cannot remove the streaks per arms may be deformed and/
freeze agents should be used after operating the windshield washer or if or the windshield surface may be
only if they provide cold weather the wiper operation is jerky, clean the scratched.
protection without damaging outer surface of the windshield (or rear
your vehicle’s paint, wiper blades window) and the wiper blades using a If you cannot eliminate the streaking even
or washer system. sponge or soft cloth with a neutral after following this method, replace the
detergent or mild-abrasive cleaner. After wiper blades using the following proce-
cleaning, rinse the windshield and wiper dures.
blades with clean water. The windshield is
clean if beads do not form when you rinse
the windshield with water.
CAUTION
. Do not clean the wiper blades
with gasoline or a solvent, such
as paint thinner or benzine. This
will cause deterioration of the
wiper blades.
. While removing the wiper blades
from the wiper arms, do not
return the wiper arms to the
original positions. Otherwise,
the windshield surface may be
scratched.
. When returning the raised wiper
arms to the original positions,
Maintenance and service/Replacement of wiper blades 11-33
& Windshield wiper blade as- & Windshield wiper blade rub-
sembly ber
1. Raise the wiper arm off the windshield.
1) Metal spines
grooves in the rubber and slide the blade & Rear window wiper blade
rubber assembly into the support until it assembly
locks.
1. Raise the wiper arm off the rear
window.
& Rear window wiper blade 2. Pull the blade rubber assembly out of
rubber the plastic support.
ends. If the rubber is not retained properly, Battery remove rings, metal watchbands,
the wiper may scratch the rear window and other metal jewelry. Never
glass. allow metal tools to contact the
5. Install the wiper blade assembly to the WARNING positive battery terminal and any-
wiper arm. Make sure that it locks in place. thing connected to it WHILE you
. Before beginning work on or near are at the same time in contact
6. Hold the wiper arm by hand and slowly
any battery, be sure to extinguish with any other metallic portion of
lower it in position.
all cigarettes, matches, and light- the vehicle because a short cir-
ers. Never expose a battery to an cuit will result.
open flame or electric sparks.
Batteries give off a gas which is . Keep everyone including children
highly flammable and explosive. away from the battery.
. For safety, in case an explosion . Charge the battery in a well-
does occur, wear eye protection ventilated area.
or shield your eyes when work- . Battery posts, terminals and re-
ing near any battery. Never lean lated accessories contain lead
over a battery. and lead compounds, chemicals
. Do not let battery fluid contact known to the State of California
eyes, skin, fabrics, or paint be- to cause cancer and reproductive
cause battery fluid is a corrosive harm. Batteries also contain
acid. If battery fluid gets on your other chemicals known to the
skin or in your eyes, immediately State of California to cause can-
flush the area with water thor- cer. Wash hands after handling.
oughly. Seek medical help imme-
diately if acid has entered the
eyes.
If battery fluid is accidentally
swallowed, immediately drink a
large amount of milk or water,
and seek medical attention im-
mediately.
. To lessen the risk of sparks,
Maintenance and service/Fuses 11-37
Fuses
CAUTION
CAUTION
Never use more than 10 amperes
when charging the battery because
it will shorten battery life. One is located under the instrument panel
behind the fuse box cover on the driver’s
seat side. To remove the cover, pull it out.
Replacing bulbs SRH OFF indicator on the combination develop into hot spots, causing the
meter blinks when the ignition switch is bulb to break. If there are finger
in the “ON” position. It indicates that prints or grease on the bulb surface,
WARNING SRH has been deactivated. Contact a wipe them away with a soft cloth
SUBARU dealer for an inspection. moistened with alcohol.
Bulbs may become very hot while . For models with type B combination
illuminated. Before replacing bulbs, meter, if SRH is malfunctioning, a
turn off the lights and wait until the message appears on the warning NOTE
bulbs cool down. Otherwise, there is screen when the ignition switch is in . If headlight aiming is required, con-
a risk of sustaining a burn injury. the “ON” position. It indicates that SRH sult your SUBARU dealer for proper
has been deactivated. Contact a adjustment of the headlight aim.
SUBARU dealer for an inspection. . It may be difficult to replace the
CAUTION bulbs. Have the bulbs replaced by your
Replace any bulb only with a new
& Headlights (models with LED SUBARU dealer if necessary.
bulb of the specified wattage. Using headlights)
a bulb of different wattage could The LED headlights may be malfunction-
result in a fire. For the specified ing if the headlights do not illuminate or if
wattage of each bulb, refer to “Bulb they do not illuminate at the appropriate
chart” F12-16. brightness. In this case, have your vehicle
Do not touch the glass portion of the inspected at a SUBARU dealer as soon as
light bulb with bare hands. When possible.
holding the glass portion is una- & Headlights (models with ha-
voidable, hold it using a clean dry logen headlights)
cloth to avoid getting moisture and
oils on the bulb. Also, if the bulb is
scratched or dropped, it may blow CAUTION
out or crack. Halogen headlight bulbs become To replace the right side headlight bulb,
very hot while in use. If you touch use a screwdriver to undo the clips on the
NOTE the bulb surface with bare hands or air intake duct, then remove the air intake
greasy gloves, fingerprints or duct.
. For models with type A combination grease on the bulb surface will
meter, if SRH is malfunctioning, the
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11-40 Maintenance and service/Replacing bulbs
! High beam headlight 3. Replace the bulb with new one. At this
time, use care not to touch the bulb
surface.
4. To install the bulb to the headlight
assembly, turn it clockwise until it clicks.
5. Reconnect the electrical connector.
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11-42 Maintenance and service/Replacing bulbs
Front turn signal light (models with LED Front side marker light (models with LED
headlight) headlight)
1) Front side marker light
2. Slide the rear combination light as- 1) Tail light (This light is also used as the 1) Guide pins
rear side marker light.) 2) Clip
sembly rearward and remove it from the
2) Rear turn signal light
vehicle. 3) Backup light 6. Put the rear combination light assem-
bly into place while aligning the 2 guide
3. Remove the bulb socket from the rear pins and a catch with the guide holes and
combination light assembly by turning it a clip on the vehicle.
counterclockwise.
4. Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket and
replace it with a new one.
5. Set the bulb socket into the rear
combination light assembly and turn it
clockwise until it locks.
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11-44 Maintenance and service/Replacing key battery
7. Tighten the upper and lower screws. 2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise Replacing key battery
and pull out the socket.
& License plate light 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. The access key / transmitter battery may
4. Install a new bulb. be discharged under the following condi-
5. Reinstall the bulb socket and the tions.
license plate light cover. . The operation of the keyless access
function is unstable
& Other bulbs . The operating distance of the remote
It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. keyless entry system is unstable
Have the bulbs replaced by your . The transmitter does not operate prop-
SUBARU dealer if necessary. erly when used within the standard dis-
tance
Replace the battery with a new one.
CAUTION
1. License plate light must be pushed
inwards, then pulled out to be removed. . Do not let dust, oil or water get on
or in the access key/transmitter
when replacing battery.
. Be careful not to touch or da-
mage the printed circuit board in
the access key/transmitter when
replacing the battery.
. Be careful not to allow children to
touch the battery and any re-
moved parts; children could
swallow them.
. There is a danger of an explosion
if the battery is incorrectly re-
placed. Replace only with the
Maintenance and service/Replacing key battery 11-45
1) Release button
2) Mechanical key
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11-46 Maintenance and service/Replacing key battery
4. Insert a new battery with its positive (+) 3. Open the transmitter case by releasing
side facing upward as shown in the figure. 1. Open the key head using a flat-head the hooks.
screwdriver.
5. Attach the cover to the access key by 1) Negative (−) side facing up
fitting the projections and recesses to- 2. Remove the transmitter case from the 4. Replace the old battery with a new
gether. key head. battery (type CR1620 or equivalent) mak-
ing sure to install the new battery with the
Maintenance and service/Replacing key battery 11-47
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Specifications
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12-2 Specifications/Specifications
Specifications
These specifications are subject to change without notice.
& Dimensions
in (mm)
Item Non-turbo models Turbo models
Overall length 181.5 (4,610) 180.9 (4,595)
Overall width 70.7 (1,795)
Overall height 68.3 (1,735)*2
67.7 (1,720)*3
Wheel base 103.9 (2,640)
Tread Front 60.8 (1,545)
Rear 61.2 (1,555)
Ground clearance*1 8.7 (220)
& Engine
Engine model FB25 FA20
(2.5 L, DOHC, non-turbo) (2.0 L, DOHC, turbo)
Engine type Horizontally opposed, liquid cooled 4 cylinder, 4-stroke petrol engine
Displacement cu-in (cc) 152 (2,498) 122 (1,998)
Bore 6 Stroke in (mm) 3.70 6 3.54 (94.0 6 90.0) 3.39 6 3.39 (86.0 6 86.0)
Compression ratio 10.3 : 1 10.6 : 1
Firing order 1–3–2–4
& Fuel
Model Fuel Fuel tank capacity
Non-turbo models Unleaded gasoline with 87 AKI (90 RON) or higher
15.9 US gal (60 liters, 13.2 Imp gal)
Turbo models Unleaded gasoline with 91 AKI (95 RON) or higher
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12-4 Specifications/Specifications
NOTE
The procedure for changing the engine oil and oil filter should be performed by a properly-trained expert. It is recommended
that you have this service performed by your SUBARU dealer.
NOTE
Each quantity indicated here is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the
temperature and other factors.
! Non-turbo models
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12-6 Specifications/Specifications
! Turbo models
& Manual transmission, front differential and rear differential gear oil
Oil Manual transmission oil Front differential gear oil (CVT models)
*1: The indicated oil quantity is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other
factors. After refilling the gearbox with oil, the oil level should be checked.
*2: For more details about maintenance and service, refer to the indicated section.
*3: Equivalent to factory-filled oil.
*4: You may use this type of manual transmission oil. However, using this type of oil will detract from driveability and fuel efficiency.
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12-8 Specifications/Specifications
*: Recommended
Oil capacity*1 0.8 US qt (0.8 liters, 0.7 Imp qt)
Remarks*2 “Front differential gear oil (CVT models) and rear differential gear oil” F11-17
*1: The indicated oil quantity is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other
factors. After refilling the gearbox with oil, the oil level should be checked.
*2: For more details about maintenance and service, refer to the indicated section.
Specifications/Specifications 12-9
& Fluids
Fluid Fluid type*1 Fluid capacity*2 Remarks*3
Non-turbo models: 12.6 US qt
Continuously variable transmission Consult your SUBARU dealer. (11.9 liters, 10.5 Imp qt) “Continuously variable trans-
fluid (CVT models) Turbo models: 13.1 US qt (12.4 mission fluid” F11-17
liters, 10.9 Imp qt)
Brake fluid FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or DOT 4 – “Brake fluid” F11-18
brake fluid
Clutch fluid (MT models) FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or DOT 4 – “Clutch fluid (MT models)” F11-
brake fluid 19
*1: Use one of the indicated types of fluid.
*2: The indicated fluid quantity is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other
factors.
*3: For more details about maintenance and service, refer to the indicated section.
The indicated coolant quantity is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other
factors. For more details about maintenance and service, refer to “Cooling system” F11-12.
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12-10 Specifications/Specifications
& Tires
Vehicle model Non-turbo models Turbo models
Tire size P225/60R17 98H P225/55R18 97H P225/55R18 97H
Wheel size 17 6 7J 18 6 7J 18 6 7J
Pressure Front 30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm2) 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2) 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2)
Rear 29 psi (200 kPa, 2.0 kgf/cm2) 30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm2) 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2)
1
Wheel nut tightening torque 89 lbf·ft (120 N·m, 12 kgf·m)*
*1: This torque is equivalent to applying approximately 88 to 110 lbf (40 to 50 kgf) at the end of the wheel nut wrench. If you have tightened the wheel
nuts by yourself, have the tightening torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility as soon as possible. For the wheel nut tightening
procedure, refer to “Changing a flat tire” F9-5.
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12-14 Specifications/Fuses and circuits
Fuse Fuse
Circuit
panel rating
17 Empty
18 Empty
19 15A . Headlight (low beam –
right hand)
20 15A . Headlight (low beam –
left hand)
12-16 Specifications/Bulb chart
Bulb chart
NOTE
Lights A, B, C, D, E and F are the LED (Light Emitting Diode) type. Consult your SUBARU dealer for replacement.
Specifications/Bulb chart 12-17
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Consumer information and Reporting safety defects
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13-2 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/For U.S.A.
Example: WARNING
. Speed ratings apply only to
the tire, not to the vehicle. (1) Manufacturer’s Identification
(6) Load Index: A numerical code Putting a speed rated tire on Mark
which specifies the maximum load any vehicle does not mean (2) Tire Size
a tire can carry at the speed the vehicle can be operated
(3) Tire Type Code
indicated by its speed symbol, at at the tire’s rated speed.
(4) Date of Manufacture
maximum inflation pressure. . The speed rating is void if
the tires are worn out, da- The first two figures identify the
For example, “90” means 1,323 lbs week, starting with “01” to represent
maged, repaired, retreaded,
(600 kg), “89” means 1,278 lbs (580 the first full week of the calendar
or otherwise altered from
kg). year; the second two figures repre-
their original condition. If
tires are repaired, re- sent the year. For example, 0101
WARNING means the 1st week of 2001.
treaded, or otherwise al-
Load indices apply only to the tered, they may not be sui- ! Other markings
tire, not to the vehicle. Putting table for original equipment The following makings are also
a load rated tire on any vehicle tire designed loads and placed on the sidewall.
does not mean the vehicle can speeds.
be loaded up to the tire’s rated ! Maximum permissible infla-
load. tion pressure
! Tire Identification Number (TIN)
The maximum cold inflation pres-
(7) Speed Rating: An alphabetical Tire Identification Number (TIN) is sure to which this tire may be
system describing a tire’s capability marked on the intended outboard inflated. For example, “300 kPa
to travel at established and prede- sidewall. The TIN is composed of (44 PSI) MAX. PRESS”
termined speeds. four groups. Here is a brief review
For example, “V” means 149 mph of the TIN with a breakdown of its
(240 km/h) individual elements.
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13-4 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information
! Maximum load rating STEEL + 2 POLYESTER SIDE- The vehicle placard is attached to
The load rating at the maximum WALL 2 POLYESTER” the driver’s side door pillar.
permissible weight load for this tire. ! Uniform Tire Quality Grading Example:
For example, “MAX. LOAD 580 kg (UTQG)
(1279 LBS) @ 300 kPa (44 PSI) For details, refer to “Uniform tire
MAX. PRESS.” quality grading standards” F13-15.
WARNING
& Recommended tire inflation
Maximum load rating applies pressure
only to the tire, not to the ! Recommended cold tire infla-
vehicle. Putting a load rated tion pressure
tire on any vehicle does not For recommended cold tire inflation
mean the vehicle can be pressure for your vehicle’s tires,
loaded up to the tire’s rated refer to “Tires” F12-10.
load. The vehicle placard shows original
! Vehicle placard tire size, recommended cold tire
! Construction type inflation pressure on each tire at
Applicable construction of this tire. maximum loaded vehicle weight,
For example, “TUBELESS STEEL seating capacity and loading infor-
BELTED RADIAL” mation.
! Adverse safety consequences
! Construction of under-inflation
The generic name of each cord Driving at high speeds with exces-
material used in the plies (both sively low tire pressures can cause
sidewall and tread area) of this tire. the tires to flex severely and to
For example, “PLIES: TREAD 2 rapidly become hot. A sharp in-
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information 13-5
crease in temperature could cause & Glossary of tire terminology sidewall rubber which, when in-
tread separation, and failure of the . Accessory weight flated, bears the load.
tire(s). Possible resulting loss of The combined weight (in excess of . Chunking
vehicle control could lead to an those standard items which may be The breaking away of pieces of the
accident. replaced) of automatic transmis- tread or sidewall.
! Measuring and adjusting air sion, power steering, power brakes, . Cold tire pressure
pressure to achieve proper in- power windows, power seats, radio, The pressure in a tire that has been
flation and heater, to the extent that these driven less than 1 mile or has been
Check and, if necessary, adjust the items are available as factory-in- standing for three hours or more.
pressure of each tire (including the stalled equipment (whether in- . Cord
spare) at least once a month and stalled or not). The strands forming the plies in the
before any long journey. Check the . Bead tire.
tire pressures when the tires are The part of the tire that is made of . Cord separation
cold. Use a pressure gauge to steel wires, wrapped or reinforced The parting of cords from adjacent
adjust the tire pressures to the by ply cords and that is shaped to fit rubber compounds.
specific values. Driving even a the rim. . Cracking
short distance warms up the tires . Bead separation Any parting within the tread, side-
and increases the tire pressures. A breakdown of the bond between wall, or inner liner of the tire
Also, the tire pressures are affected components in the bead. extending to cord material.
by the outside temperature. It is . Bias ply tire . Curb weight
best to check tire pressure out- A pneumatic tire in which the ply The weight of a motor vehicle with
doors before driving the vehicle. cords that extend to the beads are standard equipment including the
When a tire becomes warm, the air laid at alternate angles substantially maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
inside it expands, causing the tire less than 90 degrees to the center- coolant, and if so equipped, air
pressure to increase. Be careful not line of the tread. conditioning and additional weight
to mistakenly release air from a . Carcass optional engine.
warm tire to reduce its pressure. The tire structure, except tread and
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13-6 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information
. Passenger car tire sory weight, including heavy duty . Rim type designation
A tire intended for use on passen- brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, The industry of manufacturer’s des-
ger cars, multipurpose passenger heavy duty battery, and special ignation for a rim by style or code.
vehicles, and trucks, that have a trim. . Rim width
gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) . Radial ply tire Nominal distance between rim
of 10,000 lbs (4,535 kg) or less. A pneumatic tire in which the ply flanges.
. Ply cords that extend to the beads are . Section width
A layer of rubber-coated parallel laid at substantially 90 degrees to The linear distance between the
cords. the centerline of the tread. exteriors of the sidewalls of an
. Ply separation . Recommended inflation pres- inflated tire, excluding elevations
A parting of rubber compound sure due to labeling, decoration, or
between adjacent plies. The cold inflation pressure recom- protective bands.
. Pneumatic tire mended by a vehicle manufacturer. . Sidewall
A mechanical device made of rub- . Reinforced tire That portion of a tire between the
ber, chemicals, fabric and steel or A tire designed to operate at higher tread and bead.
other materials, that, when loads and at higher inflation pres- . Sidewall separation
mounted on an automotive wheel, sures than the corresponding stan- The parting of the rubber com-
provides the traction and contains dard tire. pound from the cord material in
the gas or fluid that sustains the . Rim the sidewall.
load. A metal support for a tire or a tire . Test rim
. Production options weight and tube assembly upon which the The rim on which a tire is fitted for
The combined weight of those tire beads are seated. testing, and it may be any rim listed
installed regular production options . Rim diameter as appropriate for use with that tire.
weighing over 5.1 lbs (2.3 kg) in Nominal diameter of the bead seat. . Tread
excess of those standard items . Rim size designation That portion of a tire that comes
which they replace, not previously Rim diameter and width. into contact with the road.
considered in curb weight or acces-
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13-8 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information
Table 1 — Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load for
various designated seating capacities
Designated seating Vehicle normal load, Occupant distribution in a
capacity, number of number of occupants normally loaded vehicle
occupants
2 through 4 2 2 in front.
5 through 10 3 2 in front, 1 in second
seat.
2 in front, 1 in second
11 through 15 5 seat, 1 in third seat, 1 in
fourth seat.
2 in front, 2 in second
16 through 22 7 seat, 2 in third seat, 1 in
fourth seat.
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13-10 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information
& Tire care – maintenance and rotation. After tire rotation, adjust carrier, etc., and the tongue load of
safety practices the tire pressures and make sure a trailer. Therefore cargo capacity
. Check on a daily basis that the the wheel nuts are correctly tigh- can be calculated by the following
tires are free from serious damage, tened. For information about the method.
nails, and stones. At the same time, tightening torque and tightening
check the tires for abnormal wear. Cargo capacity = Load limit − (total
sequence for the wheel nuts, refer weight of occupants + total weight
. Inspect the tire tread regularly to “Flat tires” F9-5.
and replace the tires before their of optional equipment + tongue
load of a trailer (if applicable))
tread wear indicators become visi- & Vehicle load limit – how to
ble. When a tire’s tread wear determine For information about vehicle load-
indicator becomes visible, the tire The load capacity of your vehicle is ing, refer to “Loading your vehicle”
is worn beyond the acceptable limit determined by weight, not by avail- F8-12.
and must be replaced immediately. able cargo space. The load limit of
With a tire in this condition, driving For information about towing capa-
your vehicle is shown on the city and weight limits, refer to
at even low speeds in wet weather vehicle placard attached to the
can cause the vehicle to hydro- “Trailer towing” F8-19.
driver’s side door pillar. Locate the
plane. Possible resulting loss of statement “The combined weight of
vehicle control can lead to an occupants and cargo should never
accident. exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on your
. To maximize the life of each tire vehicle’s placard.
and ensure that the tires wear The vehicle placard also shows
uniformly, it is best to rotate the seating capacity of your vehicle.
tires every 7,500 miles (12,000 km). The total load capacity includes the
For information about the tire rota- total weight of driver and all pas-
tion order, refer to “Tire rotation” sengers and their belongings, any
F11-28. Replace any damaged or cargo, any optional equipment such
unevenly worn tires at the time of as a trailer hitch, roof rack or bike
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information 13-11
! Calculating total and load ca- occupant weighing 154 lbs (70 kg) Example 1B
pacities varying seating con- plus cargo weighing 662 lbs (300
figurations kg).
Calculate the available load capa- 1. Calculate the total weight.
city as shown in the following
examples:
Example 1A
2. Calculate the available load ca- with the statement “The combined 2. Calculate the available load ca-
pacity. weight of occupants and cargo pacity.
should never exceed 408 kg or
900 lbs”.
For example, the vehicle has one
occupant weighing 165 lbs (75 kg)
plus cargo weighing 375 lbs (170
kg). In addition, the vehicle is fitted
3. The total weight now exceeds 3. The result of step 2 shows that a
with a trailer hitch weighing 22 lbs
the capacity weight by 92 lbs (42 further 162 lbs (73 kg) of cargo can
(10 kg), to which is attached a
kg), so the cargo weight must be be carried.
trailer weighing 1,764 lbs (800 kg).
reduced by 92 lbs (42 kg) or more.
10% of the trailer weight is applied
Example 2A to the trailer tongue (i.e. Tongue
load = 176 lbs (80 kg)).
1. Calculate the total weight.
cle’s suspension, axles and other . Tires could fail. of luggage and cargo being loaded
parts of the body. . Tread separation could occur. on the vehicle. That weight may not
Therefore, this means that the . Tire could separate from its rim. safely exceed the available cargo
vehicle cannot necessarily be and luggage load capacity calcu-
& Steps for Determining Cor-
loaded up to the tire’s maximum lated in Step 4.
rect Load Limit
load rating on the tire sidewall. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a
1. Locate the statement “The com- trailer, load from your trailer will be
& Adverse safety conse- bined weight of occupants and transferred to your vehicle. Consult
quences of overloading on cargo should never exceed XXX this manual to determine how this
handling and stopping and kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s reduces the available cargo and
on tires placard. luggage load capacity of your ve-
Overloading could affect vehicle 2. Determine the combined weight hicle.
handling, stopping distance, and of the driver and passengers that
vehicle and tire performance in the will be riding in your vehicle.
following ways. This could lead to 3. Subtract the combined weight of
an accident and possibly result in the driver and passengers from
severe personal injury. XXX kg or XXX lbs.
. Vehicle stability will deteriorate. 4. The resulting figure equals the
. Heavy and/or high-mounted available amount of cargo and
loads could increase the risk of luggage load capacity. For exam-
rollover. ple, if the “XXX” amount equals
. Stopping distance will increase. 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150
. Brakes could overheat and fail. lb passengers in your vehicle, the
. Suspension, bearings, axles and amount of available cargo and
other body parts could break or luggage load capacity is 650 lbs.
experience accelerated wear that (1400 − 750 (5 6 150) = 650 lbs.)
will shorten vehicle life. 5. Determine the combined weight
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Uniform tire quality grading standards 13-15
Uniform tire quality grading form to Federal Safety Require- cified government test surfaces of
standards ments in addition to these grades. asphalt and concrete. A tire marked
C may have poor traction perfor-
This information indicates the rela- & Treadwear mance.
tive performance of passenger car The treadwear grade is a compara-
tive rating based on the wear rate of WARNING
tires in the area of treadwear,
traction, and temperature resis- the tire when tested under con- The traction grade assigned to
tance. This is to aid the consumer trolled conditions on a specified this tire is based on straight-
in making an informed choice in the government test course. ahead braking traction tests,
purchase of tires. For example, a tire graded 150 and does not include accel-
Quality grades can be found where would wear one and one-half (1- eration, cornering, hydroplan-
applicable on the tire sidewall be- 1/2) times as well on the govern- ing, or peak traction charac-
tween tread shoulder and maxi- ment course as a tire graded 100. teristics.
mum section width. For example: The relative performance of tires
depends upon the actual conditions
Treadwear 200 Traction AA Tem-
of their use, however, and may & Temperature A, B, C
perature A
depart significantly from the norm The temperature grades are A (the
The quality grades apply to new due to variations in driving habits, highest), B, and C, representing the
pneumatic tires for use on passen- service practices and differences in tire’s resistance to the generation of
ger cars. However, they do not road characteristics and climate. heat and its ability to dissipate heat
apply to deep tread, winter type when tested under controlled con-
snow tires, space-saver or tempor- & Traction AA, A, B, C ditions on a specified indoor labora-
ary use spare tires, tires with The traction grades, from highest to tory test wheel. Sustained high
nominal rim diameters of 12 inches lowest, are AA, A, B and C. Those temperature can cause the material
or less, or to some limited produc- grades represent the tire’s ability to of the tire to degenerate and reduce
tion tires. stop on wet pavement as measured tire life, and excessive temperature
under controlled conditions on spe- can lead to sudden tire failure. The
All passenger car tires must con-
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13-16 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Reporting safety defects (U.S.A.)
grade C corresponds to a level of Reporting safety defects New Jersey Avenue, SE, West
performance which all passenger (U.S.A.) Building, Washington, DC 20590.
car tires must meet under the You can also obtain other informa-
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stan- If you believe that your vehicle has tion about motor vehicle safety
dard No. 109. Grades B and A a defect which could cause a from http://www.safercar.gov.
represent higher levels of perfor- crash or could cause injury or
mance on the laboratory test wheel death, you should immediately in-
than the minimum required by law. form the National Highway Traffic
WARNING Safety Administration (NHTSA) in
addition to notifying Subaru of
The temperature grade for this America, Inc.
tire is established for a tire If NHTSA receives similar com-
that is properly inflated and plaints, it may open an investiga-
not overloaded. Excessive tion, and if it finds that a safety
speed, underinflation, or ex- defect exists in a group of vehi-
cessive loading, either sepa- cles, it may order a recall and
rately or in combination, can remedy campaign. However,
cause heat buildup and possi- NHTSA cannot become involved
ble tire failure. in individual problems between
you, your dealer, 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); go to
http://www.safercar.gov; or write
to: Administrator, NHTSA, 1200
Index
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14-2 Index
Steering responsive fog lights system ....................... 3-33 Wiper deicer ............................................................ 3-116
Vehicle Dynamics Control ....................................... 3-24
Windshield washer fluid .......................................... 3-19 X
Warning volume X-mode ..................................................................... 7-42
BSD/RCTA............................................................ 3-43 Indicator light ......................................................... 3-33
EyeSight system .................................................... 3-43
Warranties ..................................................................... 1
Warranties and maintenance ....................................... 8-19
Washing ................................................................... 10-2
Waxing and polishing ................................................. 10-3
Wear indicators......................................................... 11-27
Welcome lighting function ........................................... 3-94
What to do if (hands-free system or a Bluetooth
device)... ................................................................ 5-88
Troubleshooting (hands-free system or a Bluetooth
device) ............................................................... 5-88
Wheel
Aluminum............................................................. 11-30
Balance ............................................................... 11-27
Nut tightening torque ............................................ 12-10
Replacement ........................................................ 11-30
Windows................................................................... 2-32
Windshield
Washer fluid ......................................................... 11-30
Wiper and washer switches................................... 3-105
Wiper blades ........................................................ 11-33
Wiper deicer......................................................... 3-116
Winter
Driving.................................................................... 8-8
Tires............................................................ 8-11, 11-23
Wiper and washer .................................................... 3-104
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GAS STATION REFERENCE
& Fuel: & Engine oil:
! Non-turbo models Use only the following oils.
. API classification SN with the words “RESOURCE CON-
Use only unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI SERVING”
(90 RON) or higher. . or ILSAC GF-5, which can be identified with the ILSAC
! Turbo models certification mark (Starburst mark)
Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 93 AKI (98 RON) For the complete viscosity requirements, refer to “Engine oil”
or higher is recommended. Unleaded gasoline with an octane F12-4.
rating of 91 AKI (95 RON) or higher may be used with no
detriment to engine durability or driveability. However, you may & Engine oil capacity:
notice a slight decrease in maximum engine performance while
using 91 AKI (95 RON) fuel. If unleaded gasoline with an octane Non-turbo models: 5.1 US qt (4.8 liters, 4.2 Imp qt)
rating of 91 AKI (95 RON) is not available, refer to “Fuel Turbo models: 5.4 US qt (5.1 liters, 4.5 Imp qt)
requirements” F7-3. The indicated oil quantity is only a guideline and is estimated
based on a case when the engine oil is changed with an oil
& Fuel octane rating: filter. After refilling the engine with oil, the oil level should be
! RON checked using the oil level gauge. For more details about
maintenance and service, refer to “Engine oil” F11-10.
This octane rating is the Research Octane Number.
! AKI & Cold tire pressure:
This octane rating is the average of the Research Octane and Refer to “Tires” F12-10.
Motor Octane numbers and is commonly referred to as the Anti
Knock Index (AKI).