Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL Forester 2016 Love. It’s what makes a Subaru, a Subaru.
Page 3 Foreword Congratulations on choosing a SUBARU vehicle. This Owner s Manual has all the information necessary to keep your SUBARU in excellent condition and to properly maintain the emission control system for minimizing emission pollutants. We urge you to read this manual carefully so that you may understand your vehicle and its operation.
Page 5 This manual describes the following vehicle types.
Page 7 Using your Owner s Manual Chapter 5: Audio All SUBARU vehicles distributed by This chapter informs you how to operate Subaru of America, Inc. and sold at retail Before you operate your vehicle, carefully your audio system. by an authorized SUBARU dealer in the read this manual.
Page 8: Abbreviation List
Please read these safety warnings as well Emergency locking retractor as all other portions of this manual care- fully in order to gain a better understand- Gross axle weight ing of how to use your SUBARU vehicle GAWR Gross axle weight rating safely. Global positioning system...
Page 9: Vehicle Symbols
Research octane number CAUTION event of a sudden stop or acci- SI-DRIVE SUBARU Intelligent Drive dent. Steering responsive fog lights . To obtain maximum protection in system the event of an accident, the...
Page 10 . The SRS airbags deploy with Child safety with considerable speed and considerable speed and force. force and can injure or even kill Occupants who are out of proper children, especially if they are 12 WARNING position when the SRS airbag years of age and under and are .
Page 11 . For the child restraint system, refer to adults or animals in the vehicle. inlet grille free from snow, leaves Child restraint systems 1-26. They could accidentally injure or other obstructions to ensure . For the SRS airbag system, refer to themselves or others through that the ventilation system al- inadvertent operation of the ve-...
Page 12 Your vehicle should not be modified safely even if the level of alcohol in your Never drive if you are under the influence other than with genuine SUBARU blood is below the legal limit. The safest of any illicit mind-altering drugs. For your parts and accessories.
Page 13 On-road and off-road driving seat with a seatbelt or use a pet carrier may legally be used while driving. which can be secured to the rear seat by This vehicle is classified as a utility routing a seatbelt through the carrier s vehicle.
Page 14: General Information
Noise from under the vehicle General information pedal; and, . How fast the vehicle was traveling. NOTE California proposition 65 You may hear a noise from under the These data can help provide a better warning vehicle approximately 5 to 10 hours understanding of the circumstances in after the engine is turned off.
Page 15: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Keys and doors Instruments and controls Climate control Audio Interior equipment Starting and operating Driving tips In case of emergency Appearance care Maintenance and service Specifications Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Index...
Page 16 Engine hood (page 11-7) Illustrated index Headlight switch (page 3-85) Replacing bulbs (page 11-40) Exterior Wiper switch (page 3-93) Moonroof (page 2-42) Roof rails (page 8-14) Door locks (page 2-5) Outside mirrors (page 3-103) Tire pressure (page 11-26) 10) Flat tires (page 9-5) 11) Snow tires (page 8-11) 12) Fog light switch (page 3-89) 13) Tie-down hooks (page 9-13)
Page 17 Rear window defogger (page 3-104) Fuel filler lid and cap (page 7-5) Child safety locks (page 2-31) Tie-down hole (page 9-13) Rear gate (page 2-35) Towing hook (page 9-13) CONTINUED...
Page 18 (page 1-33) Seatbelt (page 1-13) Passenger compartment area Front seat (page 1-2) Rear seat (page 1-8) Buttons for SUBARU STARLINK NOTE For models with SUBARU STARLINK (U.S.-spec. models only): Refer to the Owner s Manual supplement for SUBARU STARLINK.
Page 19 Power windows (page 2-31) Door locks (page 2-5) Glove box (page 6-6) Front power supply socket (page 6-9) Shift lever (MT) (page 7-22)/Select lever (CVT) (page 7-24) Parking brake lever (page 7-45) Cup holder (page 6-7) Center console (page 6-6) CONTINUED...
Page 20 Outside mirror switch (page 3-103) Instrument panel Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch (models with power rear gate) (page 7-39) Illumination brightness control (page 3-88) Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch (models without power rear gate) (page 7-39)/Memory switch (models with power rear gate) (page 2-39) Combination meter (page 3-7) Information display (page 3-31)/ Multi function display (page 3-36)
Page 21 Audio control switches (page 5-17) Steering wheel Cruise control (page 7-50) Shift paddle (page 7-27) Hands-free switches (page 5-86, 5-106) Multi function display control switches (page 3-36) SRS airbag (page 1-38) Horn (page 3-107) SI-DRIVE switches (page 7-32) CONTINUED...
Page 22 Windshield wiper (page 3-91) Light control and wiper control levers/switches Mist (page 3-93) Windshield washer (page 3-93) Rear window wiper and washer switch (page 3-94) Wiper intermittent time control switch (page 3-93) Wiper control lever (page 3-93) Light control switch (page 3-84) Fog light switch (page 3-89) Headlight ON/OFF/AUTO (page 3-85) 10) Headlight flasher High/Low beam...
Page 23 Tachometer (page 3-9) Combination meter Trip meter and odometer (page 3-8) U.S.-spec. models without EyeSight system Select lever/gear position indicator (page 3-29) Speedometer (page 3-8) Information display selection knob (page 3-31) Fuel gauge (page 3-10) Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob (page 3-9) The illustration above is a typical example.
Page 24 Tachometer (page 3-9) U.S.-spec. models with EyeSight system Trip meter and odometer (page 3-8) Select lever/gear position indicator (page 3-29) Speedometer (page 3-8) Information display selection knob (page 3-31) Fuel gauge (page 3-10) Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob (page 3-9) The illustration above is a typical example.
Page 25 Tachometer (page 3-9) Canada-spec. models with EyeSight system Trip meter and odometer (page 3-8) Select lever/gear position indicator (page 3-29) Speedometer (page 3-8) Information display selection knob (page 3-31) Fuel gauge (page 3-10) Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob (page 3-9) The illustration above is a typical example.
Page 26 Tachometer (page 3-9) Canada-spec. models without EyeSight system and Mexico-spec. models Trip meter and odometer (page 3-8) Select lever/gear position indicator (page 3-29) Speedometer (page 3-8) Information display selection knob (page 3-31) ECO gauge (Mexico-spec. models) (page 3-10) Fuel gauge (page 3-10) Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob (page 3-9) The illustration above is a typical example.
Page 27 Warning and indicator lights Mark Name Page Mark Name Page Mark Name Page AT OIL TEMP warning High beam indicator 3-17 3-30 light (CVT models) light Seatbelt warning light 3-12 Automatic headlight ABS warning light 3-19 beam leveler warning 3-30 light (if equipped) Front passenger s 3-12...
Page 28 Mark Name Page Low tire pressure warning light 3-17 (U.S.-spec. models) Windshield washer 3-17 fluid warning light Sport (S) mode indi- 3-29 cator light (if equipped) Intelligent (I) mode in- dicator light (if 3-29 equipped) Sport Sharp (S#) mode indicator light (if 3-29 equipped) Steering responsive...
Page 29 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.
Page 30 Item Function Possible settings Default setting Battery drainage prevention function Battery drainage prevention function Operation/Non-operation Operation Seatbelt warning Sounds a chime while driving Operation/Non-operation Operation Auto on/off headlights (if equipped) Sensitivity of the operation of the auto on/off headlights Low/Normal/High/Very high Normal Reverse gear interlocked rear wiper Reverse gear interlocked rear wiper operation...
Page 31 ............1-38 Retractor (ALR/ELR) ......... 1-14 Components ............1-45 Seatbelt warning light and chime ......1-15 SUBARU advanced frontal airbag system ... 1-47 Fastening the seatbelt ........1-15 SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag..... 1-57 Seatbelt maintenance ......... 1-21 SRS airbag system monitors......
Page 32: Front Seats
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats Front seats If the front seatbacks are not used in the upright position in a collision, the risk of sliding under WARNING the lap belt and of the lap belt sliding up over the abdomen will .
Page 33 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats seatbelt, whichever is appropriate for the child s age, height and weight. Secure ALL types of child restraint devices (including forward facing child seat) in the REAR seats at all times. NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FA- CING CHILD SEAT IN THE FRONT SEAT.
Page 34: Manual Seat
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats Manual seat Reclining the seatback Seat height adjustment (driver s seat) Forward and backward adjustment Pull the reclining lever up and adjust the When the lever is pushed down, the seat seatback to the desired position. Then Pull the lever upward and slide the seat to is lowered.
Page 35: Power Seat (Driver S Seat If Equipped)
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats Power seat (driver s seat justment of the seat, you cannot adjust Head restraint adjustment the seat cushion angle or seat height. equipped) Seat cushion angle control switch WARNING To adjust the seat cushion angle, pull up or push down the front end of the control .
Page 36 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats are located on the top of the seatback until automatically return to the fully upright Head restraint height adjustment the head restraint locks. Press and hold position. Then, adjust the head restraint the release button to lower the head again to the preferred angle.
Page 37: Seat Heater (If Equipped)
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seat heater desired, depending on the temperature. Seat heater (if equipped) Selecting the HIGH position will cause the seat to heat up quicker. The front seats are equipped with a seat heater. To turn off the seat heater, lightly press the opposite side of the current position.
Page 38: Rear Seats
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Rear seats Armrest (if equipped) Rear seats WARNING To lower the armrest, pull on the top edge of the armrest. Never stack luggage or other cargo WARNING higher than the top of the seatback WARNING because it could tumble forward and Seatbelts provide maximum re- injure passengers in the event of a straint when the occupant sits well...
Page 39: Head Restraint Adjustment
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 CAUTION rear center seat are equipped with head restraints. The head restraint is not intended to be used at the lowest position.
Page 40: Folding Down The Rear Seatback
1-10 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Rear seats When the rear-center seating position is seatback slightly to confirm that occupied, raise the head restraint to the it is securely fixed in place. If the extended position. When the rear center seatback is not securely fixed in seating position is not occupied, lower the place, the seatback may sud- head restraint to improve rearward visibi-...
Page 41 1-11 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Rear seats ing precautions. Failure to do so may lead to serious injury or an accident because the operation effi- ciency of the seatbelt is inhibited. . Be careful to prevent the seatbelt from running off the belt guide. .
Page 42: Reclining The Seatback (If Equipped)
1-12 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Rear seats To return the seatback to its original WARNING WARNING position, raise the seatback until it locks into place and make sure that it is securely After returning the seatback to its To prevent the passenger from slid- locked referring to the following descrip- original position, confirm that the ing under the seatbelt in the event of...
Page 43: Seatbelts
1-13 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts Seatbelts properly restrained at all times. The SRS airbag deploys with Seatbelt safety tips considerable speed and force and can injure or even kill chil- dren, especially if they are not WARNING restrained or improperly re- .
Page 44: Emergency Locking Retractor (Elr)
1-14 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts Automatic Locking Retractor/ arm or behind the child s back. children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating Emergency Locking Retrac- Expectant mothers positions than in the front seat- tor (ALR/ELR) ing positions. For instructions Each passenger s seatbelt has an Auto- and precautions concerning the matic Locking Retractor/Emergency Lock-...
Page 45: Seatbelt Warning Light And Chime
1-15 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts the ELR mode, refer to Installing child If the front seatbacks are not WARNING restraint systems with ALR/ELR seatbelt used in the upright position in a 1-29. 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.
Page 46 1-16 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts return the belt slightly and pull it out more 5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on Pull down on the anchor to make sure that slowly. If the belt still cannot be unlocked, the shoulder belt.
Page 47 1-17 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts Rear seatbelts (except rear center Unfastening the seatbelt seatbelt) 1. Sit well back in the seat. 2. Pick up the tongue plate and pull the belt out slowly. Do not let it get twisted. If the belt stops before reaching the buckle, return the belt slightly and pull it out more slowly.
Page 48 1-18 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts Rear center seatbelt WARNING WARNING . Be sure to fasten both tongue Fastening the seatbelt with the web- bing twisted can increase the risk or plates to the respective buckles. severity of injury in an accident. If the seatbelt is used only as a When fastening the belt after it is shoulder belt (with the connec-...
Page 49 1-19 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts 2. Pass the seatbelt through the belt guide. Rear center seatbelt is stowed in the 4. Insert the center seatbelt tongue plate recess of the ceiling above the cargo area. into the center seatbelt buckle marked CENTER on the left-hand side until it 3.
Page 50 1-20 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts 6. Place the lap belt as low as possible You should hold the webbing end and on your hips, not on your waist. guide it back into the retractor while it is rolling up. Neatly store the tongue plate in the recess and then insert the connector Unfastening the seatbelt (tongue) plate into the slot.
Page 51: Seatbelt Maintenance
1-21 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seatbelt pretensioners . Side impact sensor . Have the seatbelt fully rolled up Front seatbelt pretensioners . Rollover sensor so that the tongue plates are neatly stored. A hanging tongue The driver s and front passenger s seat- If the sensor detects a certain predeter- plate can swing and hit against belts have a seatbelt pretensioner.
Page 52 Seatbelt pretensioner for driver than the front door impact sensor, damaged, contact your SUBARU dealer Seatbelt pretensioner for front or both sensors detect signals as soon as possible.
Page 53 Seatbelt pretensioner for driver the belt to eliminate slack if a certain level reasons, consult your SUBARU Seatbelt pretensioners for front of frontal or side collision force or a dealer.
Page 54: System Monitors
SUBARU dealer reasons, consult your SUBARU or both sensors detect signals as soon as possible.
Page 55: Precautions Against Vehicle Modification
The sensors and SRS airbag control modification modules are located in the following locations. Always consult your SUBARU dealer if . Front impact sensors: on both you want to install any accessory parts to your vehicle. sides of the radiator panel .
Page 56: Child Restraint Systems
1-26 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems Child restraint systems properly secured in the vehicle. When child from injury in a collision, installing the child restraint system, care- because the child will be caught fully follow the manufacturer s instructions. between the passenger and objects inside the vehicle.
Page 57: Where To Place A Child Restraint System
(bars) are provided for installing If a child restraint system is not correctly The following are SUBARU s recommen- a child restraint system. fixed in place (for example, if a child dations on where to place a child restraint...
Page 58: Choosing A Child Restraint System
1-28 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems Choosing a child restraint lighter and weaker than adults, their risk of being injured from system deployment is greater. For that reason, be sure to se- cure ALL types of child restraint devices (including forward facing child seats) in the REAR seats at all times.
Page 59: Installing Child Restraint Systems With Alr/Elr Seatbelt
1-29 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems Installing child restraint sys- child suffering personal injury in the tems with ALR/ELR seatbelt event of an accident may be in- creased. WARNING Installing a rearward facing child . Child restraint systems and seat- restraint belts can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny...
Page 60 1-30 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems NOTE When the child restraint system is no longer in use, remove it and restore the ELR function of the retractor. That function is restored by allowing the seatbelt to retract fully. Installing forward facing child re- straint WARNING...
Page 61 1-31 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems CAUTION Store the head restraint that has been removed in the cargo area. Avoid placing the head restraint in the passenger compartment to pre- vent it from being thrown around in the passenger compartment in a sudden stop or a sharp turn.
Page 62: Installing A Booster Seat
1-32 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems Installing a booster seat WARNING . Child restraint systems and seat- belts can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check the child restraint system before you place a child in it.
Page 63: Installation Of Child Restraint Systems By Use Of Lower And Tether Anchorages (Latch)
1-33 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems possible on the child s hips. creased. Loose fitting belts are not as effective in preventing or redu- cing injury. 1. For models with rear seat reclining . Place the lap belt as low as mechanism, adjust the seatback to the upright position.
Page 64 1-34 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems . Do not leave an unsecured child restraint system in your vehicle. Unsecured child restraint sys- tems can be thrown around in- side of the vehicle in a sudden stop, turn or accident; they can strike and injure vehicle occu- pants as well as result in serious injuries or death to the child.
Page 65 1-35 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems the rear seat window-side seating posi- place. Otherwise, in an accident, tions. For each window-side seating posi- serious injury or death could result. tion, two lower anchorages are provided. Each lower anchorage is located behind 1.
Page 66 If you have any question concerning this belt. type of child restraint system, ask your 7. Latch the top tether hook onto the SUBARU dealer. tether anchorage that is located behind the rear seat and tighten the top tether firmly. For additional instructions, refer to Top tether anchorages 1-37.
Page 67: Top Tether Anchorages
1-37 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems Top tether anchorages Three upper anchorages are installed on Anchorage location the back side of the rear seatback. Your vehicle is equipped with three top To hook the top tether tether anchorages so that a child restraint system having a top tether can be CAUTION installed in the rear seat.
Page 68: Srs Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
. Driver s and front passenger s frontal offers the best combined protec- airbags Please contact your SUBARU dealer if tion in case of a serious accident. . Driver s and front passenger s side you have any question regarding the...
Page 69 1-39 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) to help avoid injuries that can and the front passenger should close to the SRS side airbag. result when an occupant is not move the seat as far back as .
Page 70 1-40 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) in proper position such as one near the SRS airbag cover or driver s side of the instrument thrown forward during pre-acci- between you and the SRS airbag. panel. If the knee airbag deploys, dent braking.
Page 71 1-41 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) windshield, or fit an extra-wide mir- phone or any other accessory to passenger s hand grips. If such ror over the inside rear view mirror. a front pillar, a center pillar, a rear items were hanging on the passen- If the SRS airbag deploys, those pillar, the windshield, a side win-...
Page 72 1-42 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) reducing protection available to the have outgrown child restraint de- front seat s occupant. vices) sit in the REAR seat properly restrained at all times in a child restraint device or in a seatbelt, whichever is appropriate for the child s age, height and weight.
Page 73 1-43 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) WARNING WARNING Never allow a child to stand up or Never hold a child on your lap or in kneel on the front passenger s seat. your arms. The SRS airbag deploys The SRS airbag deploys with con- with considerable force and can siderable force and can injure or...
Page 74 1-44 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) seat facing the side window get fresh air promptly. . A deploying SRS airbag releases Wrap his/her arms around the front seat seatback hot gas. Occupants could get burned if they come into direct Put his/her head, arms or contact with the hot gas.
Page 75: Components
1-45 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) Components The SRS airbags are stowed in the following locations. Driver s SRS frontal airbag: in the center portion of the steering wheel Front passenger s SRS frontal airbag: near the top of the dashboard under an SRS AIRBAG mark SRS side airbag: in the door side of each...
Page 76 1-46 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) 11) Seatbelt pretensioner (driver s side) 12) Seatbelt pretensioner (front passenger s side) 13) Curtain airbag sensor (rear wheel house right-hand side) 14) Curtain airbag sensor (rear wheel house left-hand side) 15) Curtain airbag module (right-hand side) 16) Curtain airbag module (left-hand side)
Page 77: Subaru Advanced Frontal Airbag System
The occupant detection system sensor is to Components 1-45. installed under the seat upholstery and Your vehicle is equipped with a SUBARU monitors the physique and posture of the advanced frontal airbag system that com- In a moderate to severe frontal collision, front passenger.
Page 78 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.
Page 79 CING CHILD SEAT IN THE FRONT detection system checked by your . The SRS airbag system warning PASSENGER S SEAT EVEN IF THE SUBARU dealer. FRONT PASSENGER S SRS FRON- light illuminates. TAL AIRBAG IS DEACTIVATED. Be . The front passenger s frontal air-...
Page 80 SUBARU dealer for an Children who have outgrown a child tem (including booster seat) inspection.
Page 81 Subaru Hawaii 2. Ask the front passenger to set the and immediately contact your SUBARU seatback to the upright position, sit up 2850 Pukoloa Street, Suite 202, dealer for an inspection.
Page 82 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.
Page 83 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) The SRS airbags can function only when Operation the ignition switch is in the ON position. The SUBARU advanced frontal airbag system is designed to determine the activation or deactivation condition of the front passenger s SRS frontal airbag...
Page 84 1-54 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) The driver s and front passenger s SRS the visible damage done to the vehicle CAUTION frontal airbags use dual stage inflators. itself. The two inflators of each airbag are Do not touch the SRS airbag system Example of accident in which the triggered either sequentially or simulta-...
Page 85 1-55 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) Only the driver s SRS frontal airbag or Examples of the types of acci- both driver s and front passenger s SRS dents in which it is possible that frontal airbags may be activated when the the driver s/driver s and front vehicle sustains a hard impact in the...
Page 86 1-56 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) The vehicle strikes an object, such as a Examples of the types of accidents in which deployment of the driver s/ telephone pole or sign pole. driver s and front passenger s SRS frontal airbag(s) is unlikely to occur The vehicle slides under the load bed of a truck.
Page 87: Srs Side Airbag And Srs Curtain Airbag
Your vehicle is equipped with a SUBARU signed to deploy in most cases SRS curtain airbag system that complies with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No.
Page 88 1-58 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) head. side airbags and SRS curtain airbags wheel house impact sensors together deploy independently of each other since sense an impact force above a predeter- In a rollover, SRS curtain airbags on both each has its own impact sensor.
Page 89 1-59 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) After the deployment, the SRS side airbag the visible damage done to the vehicle part of the SRS curtain airbag immediately starts to deflate. The time itself. system (from the front pillar to the required from detection of an impact to part of the roof side over the rear deflation of an SRS side airbag after...
Page 90 1-60 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) Example of the type of accident in which the SRS side airbag will most likely deploy. A severe side impact near the front seat or the rear seat. An offset frontal collision that is severe enough to deploy the front airbag.
Page 91 1-61 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) The vehicle is involved in a severe side Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS curtain airbag will most impact near the front seat or the rear likely deploy.
Page 92 1-62 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) Hitting a curb, edge of pavement or hard Examples of the types of accidents in which it is possible that the SRS side surface airbag and the SRS curtain airbag will deploy. Falling into or jumping over a deep hole Landing hard or vehicle falling It is possible that the SRS side and curtain...
Page 93 1-63 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) The vehicle is involved in an oblique Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS side airbag is unlikely side-on impact. to deploy. The vehicle is involved in a side-on impact in an area outside the vicinity of the passenger compartment.
Page 94 1-64 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) The vehicle is involved in an oblique Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS curtain airbag is side-on impact. unlikely to deploy. The vehicle is involved in a side-on impact in an area outside the vicinity of the passenger compartment.
Page 95: Seat, Seatbelt And Srs Airbags
1-65 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) The vehicle pitches end over end. the first impact, they will not be activated Examples of the types of acci- on the second. dents in which the SRS side In the event of accidents like those airbag and SRS curtain airbag illustrated, the SRS side airbag and SRS...
Page 96 . Side airbag module pretensioners and/or SRS airbag Driver s side system. Immediately take your vehi- cle to your nearest SUBARU dealer SRS airbag system warning light Front passenger s side . Curtain airbag sensor (U.S.-spec. models with EyeSight system) to have the system checked.
Page 97: Srs Airbag System Servicing
SRS airbag system servicing ment panel In the following cases, contact your . On both the right and left sides at SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. WARNING . The front part of the vehicle was the front of the vehicle .
Page 98: Precautions Against Vehicle Modification
Always consult your SUBARU dealer if near the SRS airbag system WARNING components and/or wiring is not you want to install any accessory parts on advisable.
Page 99: Keys And Doors
Keys and doors Keys ..............Remote keyless entry system......2-21 Key number plate ..........Locking the doors..........2-23 Immobilizer ............Unlocking the doors .......... 2-23 Vehicle finder function ........2-23 Security indicator light ........Sounding a panic alarm ........2-23 Key replacement ..........
Page 100 Keys and doors Moonroof (if equipped) ........2-42 Anti-entrapment function........2-43 Sun shade ............2-44 Moonroof switch ..........2-43...
Page 101: Keys
Keys and doors/Keys . Driver s door Keys Immobilizer . Glove box NOTE The immobilizer system is designed to The valet key fits only the ignition switch prevent an unauthorized person from and door locks. You can keep the glove For models with keyless access with starting the engine.
Page 102: Security Indicator Light
ID code, contact device may not cause harmful inter- . The vehicle has a maintenance-free your SUBARU dealer. ference, and (2) this device must type immobilizer system. accept any interference received, in- cluding interference that may cause Security indicator light undesired operation.
Page 103: Door Locks
Keys and doors/Door locks Canada-spec. models Mexico-spec. models Door locks NOTE Locking and unlocking from This device complies with Industry the outside Canada licence-exempt RSS standard NOTE (s). Operation is subject to the follow- ing two conditions: (1) this device may If you unlock the driver s door with a not cause interference, and (2) this key (including a mechanical key) and...
Page 104 Keys and doors/Door locks the ON position. For details about the alarm system, refer to Alarm system 2-24. Locking using lock lever Locking using power door locking switch Rotate the lock lever forward. Press the front side (lock side) of the power door locking switch.
Page 105: Locking And Unlocking From The Inside
Always make sure that all doors and the this function can be changed by a this function. rear gate are closed before starting to SUBARU dealer. Contact your SUBARU drive. dealer to change the setting. CONTINUED...
Page 106: Power Door Locking Switches
SUBARU dealer. Contact a SUBARU the front passenger s side doors. dealer for details. To lock the doors, push the front side of NOTE the switch.
Page 107: Keyless Access With Push-Button Start System (If Equipped)
Keys and doors/Keyless access with push button start system . Starting and stopping the engine. For Keyless access with push- Behavior with key lock-in preven- detailed information, refer to Starting and tion function operational button start system (if stopping engine (models with push-button With the driver s door open, the doors are equipped) start system)
Page 108: Safety Precautions
2-10 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push button start system If you wear electric medical equip- ment other than an implanted pace- maker or an implanted defibrillator, before using the keyless access with push-button start system, refer to Radio waves used for the key- less access with push-button start system mentioned later, and con- tact the electric medical equipment...
Page 109 2-16. The setting can some cases depending on the Doing so may cause malfunc- also be changed by a SUBARU dealer. location of the access key. tions. For more details, contact a SUBARU . The access key contains electro- Do not leave the access key dealer.
Page 110: Locking And Unlocking With Keyless Access Entry Function
Keys and doors/Keyless access with push button start system . For a spare access key, contact a Locking and unlocking with and power transmission lines SUBARU dealer. When products that transmit keyless access entry func- . Up to 7 access keys can be regis-...
Page 111 2-13 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push button start system the vehicle body, the keyless access on a cell phone, the operating ranges may function may not operate properly. If they be reduced, or the keyless access func- do not operate properly, repeat the opera- tion may not operate.
Page 112 Also, an electronic chirp will sound twice SUBARU dealer. We recommend that you and the hazard warning flashers will flash contact your SUBARU dealer for details.
Page 113 2-15 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push button start system first. You can then touch the door lock have not been used for 2 weeks or longer Locking with the door lock sensor to lock the doors. while all doors are locked sensor Case 2: When the access key has been Locking with the rear lock button...
Page 114: Selecting Audible Signal Operation
The setting can be changed by your light keyless access function can be disabled. SUBARU dealer. Contact your SUBARU The keyless access with push-button start dealer for details. Also, for models with NOTE system sounds a warning chime and the multi function display, the setting .
Page 115 2-17 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push button start system following conditions. When the vehicle is not going to be used for an extended period of time When the keyless access func- tions are not going to be used Disabling functions By operating the access key If you have registered a PIN code for PIN Code Access, you can disable the keyless...
Page 116: When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
Changes or modifications not ex- Replacing access key enabled. pressly approved by the party re- Access keys can be replaced at SUBARU sponsible for compliance could void NOTE dealers. For more details, contact a the user s authority to operate the SUBARU dealer.
Page 117: Pin Code Access (Models With Keyless Access With Push-Button Start System )
2-19 Keys and doors/PIN Code Access (models with keyless access with push button start system ) Registering a PIN code PIN Code Access (models Canada-spec. models with keyless access with NOTE Preparation push-button start system ) This device complies with Industry 1.
Page 118: Unlocking
2-20 Keys and doors/PIN Code Access (models with keyless access with push button start system ) . If you make an operation error as 11122 or 12121 as a PIN code. Registration Doing so will increase the risk of during the unlocking procedure, start For example, to register 32468 as the vehicle theft.
Page 119: Remote Keyless Entry System
2-21 Keys and doors/Remote keyless entry system l utilisateur de l appareil doit accepter Remote keyless entry system responsible for compliance tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, could void the user s authority même si le brouillage est susceptible to operate the equipment. CAUTION d en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Page 120 When locking the doors When unlocking the doors When unlocking the rear gate Operation of the hazard warning flashers in the above cases can be set to On or Off by a SUBARU dealer. Consult your SUBARU dealer for de-...
Page 121: Locking The Doors
2-23 Keys and doors/Remote keyless entry system NOTE tails. Also, for models with a multi ter. Unless a button on the access key/ function display, the setting can be remote transmitter is pressed, the alarm If the interval between the first and changed using the display.
Page 122: Replacing The Battery
You may have the above settings done by key. closed while the horn is sounding, the your SUBARU dealer. Also, for models horn will stop sounding with a delay of up The system will not be activated when the with a multi function display, the setting to 30 seconds.
Page 123: Activating And Deactivating The Alarm System
A moonroof are open. Always make sure indicating that the system is now acti- SUBARU dealer can activate the sys- that they are fully closed before arming vated. tem. Contact your SUBARU dealer for the system.
Page 124 2-26 Keys and doors/Alarm system Doors (including the rear gate) locked. are unlocked using the access key/ 5. Close all doors and the rear gate. remote transmitter. Doors (including the rear gate) are unlocked using the keyless access function (models with key- less access with push-button start system ).
Page 125 2-27 Keys and doors/Alarm system gate) will lock, an electronic chirp will leave only the driver s door or the front To arm the system using the key- sound once, the hazard warning flashers passenger s door open. less access function (if equipped) will flash once, and the security indicator 1.
Page 126: Disarming The System
2-28 Keys and doors/Alarm system NOTE tically lock. For models with keyless access with Disarming the system push-button start system , if the ac- Perform either of the following procedures. cess key battery is discharged, perform . Briefly press the disarm button (for less the procedure described in Switching than 2 seconds) on the access key/remote power...
Page 127: Passive Arming (Models Without Keyless Access With Push-Button Start System )
DOORS MUST BE MANUALLY LOCKED. To enter the passive mode If you wish to program the passive arming mode, have it done by your SUBARU 4. Before closing the doors, lock all doors dealer. LOCK with the inside door lock levers.
Page 128: Tripped Sensor Identification
. 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.
Page 129: Child Safety Locks
2-31 Keys and doors/Child safety locks Child safety locks Windows CAUTION After fully opening or fully closing a WARNING window, do not continue to push the switch in the same direction. It may To avoid serious personal injury cause the power window to mal- caused by entrapment, always con- function.
Page 130: Power Window Operation By Driver
2-32 Keys and doors/Windows power window 2-35. This switch also has a one-touch auto Operating the driver s window down feature that allows the window to be The power windows operate only when opened fully without holding the switch. the ignition switch is in the ON position. Push the switch down until it clicks and release it, and the window will fully open.
Page 131 2-33 Keys and doors/Windows NOTE closed fully without holding the switch. Operating the passengers win- . If a window detects an impact simi- Pull the switch up until it clicks and release dows it, and the window will fully close. To stop lar to that caused by trapping an object the window halfway, push the switch down (for example, when the vehicle encoun-...
Page 132: Power Window Operation By Passengers
2-34 Keys and doors/Windows Power window operation by Locking the passengers windows Operating the windows passengers Passenger s side power window switches Lock To open: Unlock Press the switch down and hold it until the window reaches the desired position. To lock: To close: Press the lock switch.
Page 133: Initialization Of Power Window
2-35 Keys and doors/Rear gate Initialization of power win- 2. Press and hold the rear gate opener Rear gate button. The rear gate will open slightly. Manual rear gate (if 3. Hold the rear gate and lift it up slowly. If the vehicle s battery is disconnected due equipped) to situations such as battery or fuse...
Page 134: Power Rear Gate (If Equipped)
2-36 Keys and doors/Rear gate Power rear gate (if equipped) after opening it. WARNING . 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- .
Page 135 2-37 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 .
Page 136 2-38 Keys and doors/Rear gate opening. To close the rear gate: Press and hold the power rear gate To close the rear gate: button. Then an electronic chirp will sound Press and hold the power rear gate twice and the hazard warning flashers will button.
Page 137 2-39 Keys and doors/Rear gate To close the rear gate: Memory function Briefly press the power rear gate button on the inside edge of the rear gate. Then an electronic chirp will sound twice and the hazard warning flashers will flash twice. The rear gate will close automatically.
Page 138 2-40 Keys and doors/Rear gate Memory switch status Rear gate opener button Power rear gate button on the inside edge of the rear gate ON status 2. Press and hold the rear gate opener OFF status 3. With the rear gate at the desired button located above the license plate.
Page 139 2-41 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. . If the reverse function is operated tion.
Page 140: Keys And Doors
2-42 Keys and doors/Moonroof Moonroof (if equipped) Rear gate drop prevention function If, while fully opened via the power rear gate function, the rear gate is lowered by WARNING the weight of snow and such, an electronic chirp will sound and the rear gate will Never let anyone s hands, arms, close automatically.
Page 141: Anti-Entrapment Function
(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.
Page 142: Sun Shade
2-44 Keys and doors/Moonroof NOTE For the sake of safety, it is recom- mended that you avoid driving with the moonroof fully opened. Sun shade The sun shade can be slid forward or backward by hand while the moonroof is closed.
Page 143 Instruments and controls Ignition switch (models without push- CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator light ..........3-14 button start system)......... Coolant temperature low indicator light/Coolant LOCK..............temperature high warning light......3-15 ACC..............Charge warning light.......... 3-16 ON..............Oil pressure warning light ........3-16 START ..............
Page 144 Instruments and controls Cruise control set indicator light (if Initialize............. 3-81 equipped)............3-30 Light control switch........... 3-84 Automatic headlight beam leveler warning light Headlights ............3-85 (models with HID headlights) ......3-30 High/low beam change (dimmer) ......3-86 Front fog light indicator light (if equipped) ..3-30 Headlight flasher ..........
Page 145: Ignition Switch (Models Without Push- Button Start System)
Instruments and controls/Ignition switch (models without push button start system) . Using electrical accessories for a Ignition switch (models with- against your knees or hands while long time with the ignition switch in the you are driving, it could turn the out push-button start sys- ON or ACC position can cause the ignition switch from the ON posi-...
Page 146: Acc
Instruments and controls/Ignition switch (models without push button start system) . The key grip is touching another key the key is released (after the engine has 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...
Page 147: Ignition Switch Light (If Equipped)
Instruments and controls/Push button ignition switch (models with push button start system) . Even when the access key is outside Ignition switch light (if Push-button ignition switch the vehicle, if it is placed too close to equipped) (models with push-button the glass, it may be possible to switch start system) For easy access to the ignition switch in...
Page 148: Switching Power
Orange audio and ac- inspected at a SUBARU dealer. cessory power . If the vehicle was left in the hot outlet. sun for a long time, the surface of Orange...
Page 149: When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
Instruments and controls/Hazard warning flasher left and right. Hazard warning flasher Meters and gauges Battery drainage prevention func- NOTE tion Liquid-crystal displays are used in When the push-button ignition switch is some of the meters and gauges on left in the ACC or ON position for the combination meter.
Page 150: Canceling The Function For Meter/Gauge Needle Movement Upon Turning On The Ignition Switch
Instruments and controls/Meters and gauges Canceling the function for Odometer trip knob. meter/gauge needle move- ment upon turning on the ignition switch It is possible to activate or deactivate the movement of the meter needles and gauge needles that takes place when the ignition switch is turned to the ON *: They cannot be displayed when the position.
Page 151: Double Trip Meter
Instruments and controls/Meters and gauges Double trip meter Also, if you open and close the driver s reason such as vehicle maintenance or door within 10 seconds of illumination of fuse replacement, the data recorded on the odometer/trip meter, the odometer/trip the trip meter will be lost.
Page 152: Fuel Gauge
3-10 Instruments and controls/Meters and gauges NOTE Fuel gauge driver s door, the fuel gauge indication will . The ECO gauge shows only an turn off. approximate indication of fuel effi- NOTE ciency. You will see the sign in the fuel .
Page 153: Warning And Indicator Lights
: AWD warning light (CVT models) fastens the seatbelt.) corresponding system. : Power steering warning light Consult your authorized SUBARU dealer : SRS airbag system warning light for repair. : Vehicle Dynamics Control warning ON /...
Page 154: Seatbelt Warning Light And Chime
3-12 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights Seatbelt warning light Operation and chime If the driver and/or front passenger have/ has not yet fastened the seatbelt(s) when Your vehicle is equipped with a seatbelt the ignition switch is turned to the ON warning device at the driver s and front position, the seatbelt warning light(s) will passenger s seat, as required by current...
Page 155: Srs Airbag System Warning Light
. Illumination of the warning light tact your SUBARU dealer for an inspec- passenger s seatback, or allow him/her to while driving pull the seatback.
Page 156: Front Passenger S Frontal Airbag On And Off Indicators
SRS frontal airbag ON and OFF indica- paired as necessary could cause airbag determined by the SUBARU ad- serious damage, which may not be tors vanced frontal airbag system monitoring.
Page 157: Coolant Temperature Low Indicator Light/Coolant
Contact your control system. 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.
Page 158: Charge Warning Light
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...
Page 159: Windshield Washer Fluid Warning Light
Contact stop and check your tires as soon as when the vehicle has continu- your nearest SUBARU dealer for service possible, and inflate them to the proper ously accelerated and decelerated immediately.
Page 160 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.
Page 161: Abs Warning Light
Have your vehicle towed to the ceeds approximately 25 mph . The warning light remains illumi- nearest SUBARU dealer for re- (40 km/h). nated after the engine has been started, pair. The warning light illuminates but it turns off when the vehicle speed during driving.
Page 162: Low Fuel Warning Light
If the fluid may be malfunctioning. Drive carefully to level is below the MIN mark in the the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the The low fuel warning light illuminates reservoir, do not drive the vehicle. Have system inspected.
Page 163: Hill Start Assist Warning Light/Hill Start Assist Off Indicator Light
Drive carefully to WARNING pressure in any of the tires. the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the vehicle inspected immedi- When the Hill start assist warning CAUTION ately.
Page 164: Vehicle Dynamics Control Warning Light/Vehicle Dynamics Control Operation Indicator Light
. The warning light illuminates when carefully and have your vehicle tion of the power steering control checked at a SUBARU dealer as the ignition switch is turned to the system. soon as possible.
Page 165: Vehicle Dynamics Control Off Indicator Light
Have your vehicle checked the combination meter in order to minimize at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. improper operations and help protect your . The light does not turn off even after vehicle from theft.
Page 166 . C o n t a c t y o u r SUBARU dealer as soon as pos- sible. . When the operation indicator on...
Page 167 3-25 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights Access key Operation indica- Inside warning Outside warning warning light on tor on push-button Status Action chime chime meter ignition switch Switch the push-button ignition The driver s door was opened while switch to OFF , or close the the push-button ignition switch is driver s door.
Page 168 3-26 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights Access key Operation indica- Inside warning Outside warning warning light on tor on push-button Status Action chime chime meter ignition switch Access key warning: Ding, ding ... Carry the access key, and drive the The vehicle was driven while the (7 seconds) vehicle.
Page 169 System malfunction warning: Contact a SUBARU dealer imme- Ding Flashes in orange diately and have the vehicle in- A malfunction was detected in the spected.
Page 170: Security Indicator Light
ACC or LOCK position immobilizer system may be malfunction- Immobilizer system when the ignition switch is in the ing. Contact your nearest SUBARU dealer ON position The security indicator light starts blinking immediately. in the following conditions.
Page 171: Si-Drive Indicator Light (If Equipped)
3-29 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights SI-DRIVE indicator light (if Select lever/gear position in- equipped) dicator (CVT models) Models with EyeSight system Upshift indicator Downshift indicator Models without EyeSight system Sport (S) mode Select lever/gear position indicator Upshift indicator Intelligent (I) mode This indicator shows the position of the Downshift indicator...
Page 172: Turn Signal Indicator Lights
3-30 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights Turn signal indicator speed and have your vehicle in- Headlight indicator spected at a SUBARU dealer as lights light (if equipped) soon as possible. These lights show the operation of the turn This indicator light illuminates under the signal or lane change signal.
Page 173: Instruments And Controls
When this indicator is blink- 1228F (508C). ing while the system is activated, contact NOTE your SUBARU dealer for an inspection. The outside temperature indicator Steering responsive fog lights OFF Outside temperature indicator shows the temperature around the...
Page 174: Driving Information Display
3-32 Instruments and controls/Information display (Mexico spec. models) NOTE Road surface freeze warning indi- cation The outside temperature indication may differ from the actual outside temperature. The road surface freeze warning indication should be treated only as a guide. Be sure to check the condition of the road surface before driving.
Page 175 3-33 Instruments and controls/Information display (Mexico spec. models) the average rate of fuel consumption. Pressing the trip knob toggles the display Average fuel consumption between the average fuel consumption When the low fuel warning light illumi- corresponding to the A trip meter display nates, the driving range display flashes for and the average fuel consumption corre- 5 seconds.
Page 176 3-34 Instruments and controls/Information display (Mexico spec. models) display is giving a reading other than the Current fuel consumption Journey time 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.
Page 177: Clock
Turn off display of driving informa- Clock tion display If your vehicle is equipped with the The driving information display can be genuine SUBARU navigation system, the turned off. clock of navigation system must be set To turn off the display, turn the ignition separately.
Page 178: Multi Function Display (If Equipped)
3-36 Instruments and controls/Multi function display The clock can be set to 12-hour or 24-hour Multi function display (if so may cause you to look away from clock displays. Perform the following the road and could result in an equipped) procedure to switch the display format.
Page 179: Basic Operation
3-37 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 3-40.) Basic operation Control switch Up (select) Set (enter) Down (select) By operating of the control switch, the screens and selection items can be switched. When the /SET switch is pulled toward you, the item can be selected and set.
Page 180: Ending Screen
3-38 Instruments and controls/Multi function display . Fuel consumption results screen rear gate) is opened while the welcome Goodbye screen screen is displayed, the door ajar warning will appear. . The welcome screen can be set to on or off. For details, refer to Bypass screen setting 3-65.
Page 181 3-39 Instruments and controls/Multi function display following conditions. The period of time remaining until the registered notification date is 15 days or less. The total driving distance remain- ing until the registered notification distance is approximately 311 miles (500 km) or less. .
Page 182: Interruption Screen
3-40 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Interruption screen Basic screens Information bar These are the basic screens of the multi function display. Item Page Information bar 3-40 Fuel consumption screen 3-42 ECO gauge screen 3-42 ECO history screen 3-42 Vehicle activation status 3-43 screen EyeSight screen (models with...
Page 183 3-41 Instruments and controls/Multi function display NOTE switch is turned to the ACC or ON position after it has been turned to The driving range on the remaining fuel LOCK / OFF position. is calculated using the average fuel consumption of the last 19 miles (30 Information reminder km) driven.
Page 184 3-42 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Fuel consumption screen ECO gauge screen ECO history screen Average fuel consumption corresponding Average fuel consumption corresponding Average fuel consumption per unit time to the driving distance of each trip meter to the driving distance of each trip meter (bar graph) Current fuel consumption ECO gauge...
Page 185 3-43 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Time range Width of bar graph 30 minutes 1 minute 60 minutes 2 minutes 120 minutes 4 minutes For details about the setting, refer to Economy history setting 3-62. Vehicle activation status screen When the vehicle is being driven regularly When the Vehicle Dynamics Control sys- tem has been activated: the tires remain Power train (illuminated in blue)
Page 186 3-44 Instruments and controls/Multi function display the length of operation in seconds and the This screen displays the status of the number of activations will be displayed in EyeSight system. the bar indicator, located on the lowermost Triple meter screen part of the display.
Page 187 3-45 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Guidance screen Clock/calendar screen Item Details Average vehicle speed (Average vehicle speed for the entire driving time from when the trip meter was reset) Lifetime fuel consumption Engine oil temperature Accelerator opening ratio Boost pressure (turbo models only) Clock (Type A) When the...
Page 188 3-46 Instruments and controls/Multi function display procedure. Boost pressure and Accelerator opening ratio screen (turbo mod- Resetting procedure of boost pressure els) peak value 1. Pull the /SET switch on the steer- ing wheel toward you while the Boost pressure and Accelerator opening ratio screen is displayed.
Page 189: Selection Screen
3-47 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Selection screen When the /SET switch is pulled and held, the setting screen for each menu can be displayed. Select the preferred menu by operating the switch. Top menu Menu option Description Page Time/Date Time/Date Set and adjust the time and date.
Page 190 3-48 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Top menu Menu option Description Page Maintenance Engine Oil Set and adjust the oil maintenance notification date. 3-67 Oil Filter Set and adjust the oil filter maintenance notification date. 3-69 Tires Set and adjust the tire maintenance notification date. 3-69 Maintenance Schedule Set and adjust the vehicle maintenance notification date.
Page 191 3-49 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Top menu Menu option Description Page Initialize Reset to Defaults Reset all settings to the default settings. Yes or No 3-82 Lifetime Fuel Consumption Reset Clear logged lifetime fuel consumption data. Yes or No 3-83 Go Back Return to the top menu.
Page 192: Date And Time Settings
/SET switch toward you. example, April 31). . If your vehicle is equipped with the switch toward you. genuine SUBARU navigation system, Current date and time setting the clock of navigation system must be set separately. 1. Perform the preparation steps accord-...
Page 193 3-51 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 5. After entering the date and time, select Set by operating the switch and confirm the setting by pulling the /SET switch toward you. 4. Select a number by operating the 2. Operate the switch to switch.
Page 194 3-52 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 4. The selected item will be shown. 5. Select numbers by operating the 7. Select characters by operating the switch. Then pull the /SET switch. Then pull the Pull the /SET switch toward you switch toward you.
Page 195 3-53 Instruments and controls/Multi function display If a birthday is approaching, the following screen will be displayed accompanied by a beep when the ignition switch has been turned to the ON position. This function can be set to on or off. For details, refer to Bypass screen setting 3-65.
Page 196 3-54 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 2. Operate the switch to 4. The selected item will be shown. 5. Select numbers by operating the select the Anniversary item. Then pull switch. Then pull the /SET Pull the /SET switch toward you /SET switch toward you.
Page 197 3-55 Instruments and controls/Multi function display If an anniversary is approaching, the following screen will be displayed accom- panied by a beep when the ignition switch has been turned to the ON position. This function can be set to on or off. For details, refer to Bypass screen setting 3-65.
Page 198 3-56 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Daylight saving time setting 1. Perform the preparation steps accord- ing to Preparation for date setting On an anniversary (displayed in orange) 3. The current setting will be displayed. NOTE Pull the /SET switch toward you to enter the selection mode.
Page 199: Image Quality And Volume Settings
3-57 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Image quality and volume Contrast setting settings 1. Perform the preparation steps accord- The image quality and volume settings ing to Preparation for image quality and can be adjusted. To change the items, volume settings 3-57.
Page 200 3-58 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 3. Select a contrast level by operating the 2. Operate the switch to 4. The screen is turned off. switch, and confirm the setting select the Screen OFF item. Then pull by pulling the /SET switch toward you.
Page 201: Screen Settings
3-59 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 2. Operate the switch to 4. Select an item by operating the 6. The system will notify you that the select the Beep item. Then pull the switch. Then pull the /SET switch setting is complete. SET switch toward you.
Page 202 3-60 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 3. After the selection screen is displayed, 2. Operate the switch to 4. Select an item by operating the operate the switch to show the select the Top Display item. Then pull the switch. Then pull the /SET switch Screen Setting item.
Page 203 3-61 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 6. The system will notify you that the 2. Operate the switch to 4. Select the displayed configuration by setting is complete. select the Cons item. Then pull the operating the switch. Then pull SET switch toward you.
Page 204 3-62 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 6. The system will notify you that the 2. Operate the switch to 4. Select the time of the logged fuel setting is complete. select the Eco History item. Then pull the consumption history by operating the /SET switch toward you.
Page 205 3-63 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Triple meter setting 1. Perform the preparation steps accord- ing to Preparation for screen settings 3-59. 6. Select Set by operating the 3. Select the setting location (left, center switch and confirm the setting by pulling or right) by operating the /SET switch toward you.
Page 206 3-64 Instruments and controls/Multi function display switch, and confirm the setting by pulling /SET switch toward you. 4. Select the preferred item by operating 2. Operate the switch to switch. Then pull the select the Clock item. Then pull the SET switch toward you.
Page 207 3-65 Instruments and controls/Multi function display /SET switch toward you. 4. Select Type A clock , Type B clock , 2. Operate the switch to Calendar or OFF by operating the select the Bypass Screen item. Then pull 6. The system will notify you that the switch.
Page 208 3-66 Instruments and controls/Multi function display switch, and confirm the setting by pulling the /SET switch toward you. 4. Select On or Off by operating the 2. Operate the switch to switch. Then pull the /SET select the Languages item. Then pull the switch toward you.
Page 209: Maintenance Settings
3-67 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 4. Select the preferred language by 6. The system will notify you that the 3. After the selection screen is displayed, operating the switch. Then setting is complete. operate the switch to show the pull the /SET switch toward you.
Page 210 3-68 Instruments and controls/Multi function display toward you. 5. Select Set by operating the switch and confirm the setting by pulling the /SET switch toward you. 2. Operate the switch to select the Engine Oil item. Then pull the 4. Select a number by operating the /SET switch toward you.
Page 211 3-69 Instruments and controls/Multi function display reaches 0 km, the display will show 0000 for the next 311 miles (500 km). After exceeding 311 miles (500 km), _ _ _ _ will be displayed. Oil filter setting The setting procedure is the same as Engine oil setting 3-67, but select the Oil Filter item in step 2.
Page 212 3-70 Instruments and controls/Multi function display operating the switch. 6. The system will notify you that the 2. Operate the switch to setting is complete. select the Clear All Settings item. Then 4. Confirm the setting by pulling the pull the /SET switch toward you.
Page 213: Driving History Registration
3-71 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Driving history registration The items in the driving history can be registered. To change the items, operate switch, and then pull the /SET switch toward you. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
Page 214: Car Settings
3-72 Instruments and controls/Multi function display registered directly without a notification. Preparation for car settings 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. 2. Pull and hold the /SET switch toward you to show the selection screen. 2. Operate the switch to select the Keyless Buzzer Volume item.
Page 215 3-73 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Hazard warning flasher setting 3. The current setting will be displayed. 1. Perform the preparation steps accord- Pull the /SET switch toward you to ing to Preparation for car settings 3-72. enter the selection mode. 4.
Page 216 3-74 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 5. Select Set by operating the /SET switch toward you. switch, and confirm the setting by pulling /SET switch toward you. Defogger setting 3. The current setting will be displayed. 1. Perform the preparation steps accord- Pull the /SET switch toward you to ing to Preparation for car settings...
Page 217 3-75 Instruments and controls/Multi function display /SET switch toward you. If the setting is not available, the following notification will be displayed. In this case, perform the setting procedure again. 2. Operate the switch to select the Interior Light item. Then pull 5.
Page 218 3-76 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Auto light sensor sensitivity setting 1. Perform the preparation steps accord- ing to Preparation for car settings 3-72. 4. Select the preferred setting by operat- 6. The system will notify you that the ing the switch.
Page 219 3-77 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 3. The current setting will be displayed. 5. Select Set by operating the Pull the /SET switch toward you to switch, and confirm the setting by pulling enter the selection mode. /SET switch toward you. Keyless access setting (models with keyless access with push- button start system )
Page 220 3-78 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 2. Operate the switch to 2. Operate the switch to 4. Select the preferred setting by operat- select the Keyless Access Setting item. select the Driver s Door Unlock item. ing the switch. Then pull the Then pull the /SET switch toward you.
Page 221 3-79 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Rear gate unlock setting 1. Perform the preparation steps accord- ing to Preparation for keyless access settings 3-77. 6. The system will notify you that the 3. The current setting will be displayed. setting is complete. Pull the /SET switch toward you to enter the selection mode.
Page 222 3-80 Instruments and controls/Multi function display notification will be displayed. In this case, perform the setting procedure again. 5. Select Set by operating the 2. Operate the switch to switch, and confirm the setting by pulling select the Welcome Lighting item, and /SET switch toward you.
Page 223: Initialize
3-81 Instruments and controls/Multi function display notification will be displayed. In this case, perform the setting procedure again. 4. The current setting will be displayed. 6. Select Set by operating the Pull the /SET switch toward you to switch, and confirm the setting by pulling enter the selection mode.
Page 224 3-82 Instruments and controls/Multi function display by operating the switch. 3. After the selection screen is displayed, 2. Operate the switch to operate the switch to show the select the Reset to Defaults item. Then 4. Confirm the setting by pulling the Initialize item.
Page 225 3-83 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Lifetime fuel consumption resetting 1. Perform the preparation steps accord- ing to Preparation for initialization 3. The system will prompt a Yes/No 5. Reconfirmation will be displayed. If dialogue ( No is selected first). To reset you are sure you want to proceed, select the lifetime fuel consumption, select Yes Yes by operating the...
Page 226: Light Control Switch
3-84 Instruments and controls/Light control switch Light control switch turned off when the key is removed from the ignition switch. NOTE CAUTION 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.
Page 227: Headlights
The sensitivity of the auto on/off head- To turn on the headlights, turn the knob on headlights will turn off. lights can be changed by a SUBARU the end of the turn signal lever. . The doors are locked. dealer. Consult your SUBARU dealer .
Page 228: High/Low Beam Change (Dimmer)
To switch back to low beam, pull the lever sensor, the sensor may not detect SUBARU dealer. Contact your SUBARU dealer back to the center position. the level of the ambient light cor- for details.
Page 229: Headlight Flasher
3-87 Instruments and controls/Light control switch Headlight flasher Daytime running light system level, the high beam headlights that have illuminated at reduced brightness turn off, and the low beam headlights WARNING turn on alternatively. At this time, the instrument panel illumination, front The brightness of the illumination of side marker lights, tail lights and the high beam headlights is reduced...
Page 230: Turn Signal Lever
The operational/non-operational setting of the one-touch lane changer can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. We recommend that you contact the nearest SUBARU dealer for details. To activate the right turn signal, push the turn signal lever up.
Page 231: Headlight Beam Leveler (If Equipped)
3-89 Instruments and controls/Headlight beam leveler To darken, turn the control dial downward. Headlight beam leveler (if Fog light switch (if equipped) equipped) For models with the multi function display, the display automatically adjusts its bright- Automatic headlight beam ness together with the brightness level of leveler (models with HID the instrument panel.
Page 232: Steering Responsive Fog Lights System (Models With Eyesight System)
3-90 Instruments and controls/Fog light switch are met. Steering responsive fog lights OFF . The light control switch is in the switch position . The light control switch is in the AUTO position and the low beam head- lights turn on automatically .
Page 233: Wiper And Washer
3-91 Instruments and controls/Wiper and washer Wiper and washer Steering responsive fog lights OFF indicator WARNING In freezing weather, do not use the windshield washer until the wind- shield is sufficiently warmed by the defroster. Otherwise the washer fluid can freeze on the windshield, blocking your view.
Page 234 . Use clean water if windshield solution to prevent streaking, and to remove accumulations of road salt or washer fluid is unavailable. In road film. Operate the windshield areas where water freezes in washer for at least 1 second so that winter, use SUBARU Windshield...
Page 235: Windshield Wiper And Washer Switches
3-93 Instruments and controls/Wiper and washer Windshield wiper and washer For a single wipe of the wipers, push the Windshield washer lever up. The wipers operate until you switches release the lever. The wiper operates only when the ignition Wiper intermittent time control switch is in the ON position.
Page 236: Rear Window Wiper And Washer Switch
3-94 Instruments and controls/Wiper and washer NOTE Rear window wiper and tion, the rear wiper will operate intermit- tently at intervals corresponding to the washer switch vehicle speed. In this position, when you move the select lever to the R position (CVT models) or the shift lever to the reverse position (MT models), the rear wiper will switch to continuous operation.
Page 237: Mirrors
3-95 Instruments and controls/Mirrors To wash the rear window when the rear Auto-dimming mirror/com- Mirrors wiper is not in use, turn the knob switch pass (if equipped) downward to the position. The washer Always check that the inside and outside fluid sprays and the wiper operates until mirrors are properly adjusted before you you release the knob.
Page 238 3-96 Instruments and controls/Mirrors is to ensure good rearward visibility during glare from vehicle headlights behind you 3. Press the switch repeatedly until the reversing. and automatically dim the mirror to elim- correct zone setting for your location is . By pressing and releasing the switch inate glare and preserve your vision.
Page 239 3-97 Instruments and controls/Mirrors Auto-dimming mirror/com- dimming function is on, the LED indicator Photosensors will illuminate. pass with HomeLink ® Even with the mirror in the automatic equipped) dimming mode, the mirror surface turns bright if the transmission is shifted into reverse.
Page 240 3-98 Instruments and controls/Mirrors www.homelink.com or call 1-800-355- Compass zone adjustment Compass calibration 3515. 1. If a C is displayed in the compass window, the compass needs to be cali- Note the following information about this brated. system. 2. Drive the vehicle in a circle at 5 mph (8 If your vehicle is equipped with the km/h) or less until the display reads a HomeLink...
Page 241 3-99 Instruments and controls/Mirrors ference, and (2) this device must WARNING CAUTION accept any interference received, in- . W h e n p r o g r a m m i n g cluding interference that may cause t h e When programming the HomeLink ®...
Page 242 3-100 Instruments and controls/Mirrors NOTE 4. Simultaneously press and hold both rolling-code-protected garage door open- the hand-held transmitter button and the ers in the U.S.A. 3-100. If any of the HomeLink buttons are ® desired HomeLink button. DO NOT re- already programmed for other devices, ®...
Page 243 3-101 Instruments and controls/Mirrors NOTE The exact location and color of the button may vary by brand of garage door opener. Some garage door openers may re- If it is difficult to locate the training button, quire you to do the above press-hold- refer to your garage door opener s instruc- release sequence a third time to com- tion manual.
Page 244 3-102 Instruments and controls/Mirrors 6. When the indicator light flashes slowly begins to flash slowly (after approximately and then rapidly after several seconds, 20 seconds), position the hand-held trans- release both buttons. mitter of the device between 1 to 3 inches (25 to 76 mm) away from the HomeLink 7.
Page 245: Outside Mirrors
3-103 Instruments and controls/Mirrors Outside mirrors Remote control mirror switch Power folding mirror switch (if equipped) Convex mirror (passenger side) WARNING Objects look smaller in a convex mirror and farther away than when viewed in a flat mirror. Do not use the convex mirror to judge the distance of vehicles behind you when changing lanes.
Page 246: Defogger And Deicer
3-104 Instruments and controls/Defogger and deicer manually folded slightly forward of the work. This is not a malfunction. Oper- Defogger and deicer regularly unfolded position, when you ate after waiting for a short period of turn the ignition switch from the time.
Page 247 SUBARU dealer. Consult your tively. . While the defogger and deicer sys- SUBARU dealer for details. Also, for...
Page 248: Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel
3-106 Instruments and controls/Tilt/telescopic steering wheel cally stops operating, though the rear Tilt/telescopic steering wheel window defogger and outside mirror defogger maintain continuous opera- WARNING tion in this condition. . Do not adjust the steering wheel tilt/telescopic position while driv- ing.
Page 249: Horn
3-107 Instruments and controls/Horn Horn To sound the horn, push the horn pad.
Page 251: Climate Control
Climate control Ventilator control..........Defrosting............4-11 Center and side ventilators ........Type A and B............. 4-11 Climate control panel.......... Type C............... 4-11 Type D............... 4-11 Type A ..............Operating tips for heater and air Type B ..............conditioner ............4-12 Type C ..............
Page 252: Ventilator Control
Climate control/Ventilator control Ventilator control Center and side ventilators Side ventilators Open Close To adjust the flow direction, move the tab. Center ventilators Open To open or close the ventilator, turn the Close thumb-wheel up or down.
Page 253: Climate Control Panel
Climate control/Climate control panel Temperature control dial (Refer to Tem- Climate control panel perature control 4-9.) Air conditioner button (Refer to Air Type A conditioner control 4-10.) Fan speed control dial (Refer to Fan speed control 4-10.) Air inlet selection button (Refer to Air inlet selection 4-10.) Airflow mode selection dial (Refer to...
Page 254: Type B
Climate control/Climate control panel Temperature control dial (Refer to Auto- Type B matic climate control operation (type B, C and D) 4-7 and/or Temperature con- trol 4-9.) Air conditioner button (Refer to Air conditioner control 4-10.) Fan speed control dial (Refer to Auto- matic climate control operation (type B, C and D) 4-7 and/or Fan speed control...
Page 255: Type C
Climate control/Climate control panel Airflow mode selection dial (Refer to Type C Airflow mode selection 4-8.) Defroster button (Refer to Airflow mode selection 4-8.) Rear window defogger button (Refer to Defogger and deicer 3-104.) Fan speed control dial (Refer to Fan speed control 4-10.) Air conditioner button (Refer to Air...
Page 256: Type D
Climate control/Climate control panel Temperature control dial (Refer to Auto- Type D matic climate control operation (type B, C and D) 4-7 and/or Temperature con- trol 4-9.) Defroster button (Refer to Airflow mode selection 4-8.) Rear window defogger button (Refer to Defogger and deicer 3-104.) DUAL mode button (Refer to...
Page 257: Automatic Climate Control Operation (Type B, C And D)
Climate control/Automatic climate control operation (type B, C and D) the AUTO mode is controlled automa- and temperature control dial(s) during Automatic climate control tically. Any function not set to the FULL AUTO mode operation, the operation (type B, C and D) AUTO mode can be manually adjusted FULL indicator light on the control as desired.
Page 258: Temperature Sensors
Climate control/Manual climate control operation Temperature sensors properly and become damaged, the sys- Manual climate control op- tem may not be able to control the interior eration temperature correctly. To avoid damaging the sensors, observe the following pre- Airflow mode selection cautions.
Page 259: Temperature Control
Climate control/Manual climate control operation both side windows to prevent fogging.) and both side outlets of the instrument panel (Refer to Defrosting 4-11.) Temperature control Type A Turn the temperature control dial over a range from the blue side (cool) to red side (warm) to regulate the temperature of airflow from the air outlets.
Page 260: Fan Speed Control
ON position. Select the engine starting, a malfunction might preferred fan speed by turning the fan be occurring in the electrical system. speed control dial. Contact your SUBARU dealer for in- spection.
Page 261: Defrosting
4-11 Climate control/Defrosting . The indicator light on the air inlet selection is automatically set to the Defrosting selection button may flash in the outside air mode. following cases. However, this does Type A and B For type A climate control system, in not indicate a malfunction.
Page 262: Operating Tips For Heater And Air Conditioner
SUBARU dealer. Since the condenser is located in front of the radiator, this area should be kept clean Cooling and dehumidifying in...
Page 263: Replacing An Air Filter
Have your filter checked or replaced by your SUBARU dealer. For replacement, use only a genuine SUBARU air filter kit. CAUTION Contact your SUBARU dealer if the following occurs, even if it is not yet time to change the filter: .
Page 264 4-14 Climate control/Air filtration system and remove the hinge portion. When doing this, be careful not to damage the hinge. Stopper 3. Replace the air filter element with a new one. (3) Push in the stoppers located on both sides of the glove box and then CAUTION pull down the glove box as far as it will 2.
Page 265 4-15 Climate control/Air filtration system 4. Reinstall the glove box, and connect the damper shaft. 5. Close the glove box. 6. Attach the service label to the driver s side door pillar.
Page 267: Audio
Audio Antenna system ..........Media operation ..........5-49 Roof antenna ............CD ..............5-49 FM reception ............USB memory ............. 5-52 iPod ..............5-55 Installation of accessories........Bluetooth audio ..........5-59 Audio set ............. by HARMAN ..........5-63 Audio set ............AUX ..............
Page 268: Antenna System
Installation of accessories Audio set Roof antenna Always consult your SUBARU dealer Your SUBARU may be equipped with one before installing a citizen band radio or of the following audio sets. Refer to the other transmitting device in your vehicle.
Page 269: Audio Set
Audio/Audio set Audio set The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position. NOTE HD Radio Technology should be in- cluded as feature.
Page 270: Basic Information Before Use
Audio/Basic information before use Loading and unloading a disc Basic information before use Loading a disc Initial screen CAUTION Initial screen 1. When the ignition switch is in the Never try to disassemble the audio ACC or ON position, the initial screen kit or lubricate any part of the CD will be displayed and the system will begin player.
Page 271: Connecting And Disconnecting A Usb Memory/ Portable Device
Audio/Basic information before use NOTE . Even if a USB hub is used to Connecting and disconnect- . For compatible discs, refer to CD connect more than two USB devices, ing a USB memory/portable only the last connected device will be player and disc 5-21.
Page 272: Touch Screen Gestures
Audio/Basic information before use Touch screen gestures Touch screen operation Operations are performed by touching the touch screen directly with your finger. This system is operated mainly by the buttons on the screen. (These are referred Operation method Outline Main use to as screen buttons in this manual.) .
Page 273: Entering Letters And Numbers/List Screen Operation
Audio/Basic information before use cold. In-Car-Device setting Dialpad . In extremely cold conditions, the map may not be displayed and the data input by a user may be deleted. Also, the screen buttons may be harder than usual to press. .
Page 274: Screen Adjustment
Audio/Basic information before use Screen adjustment Contacts list (Example: phone book) List screen Two types of list are available on this The contrast and brightness of the screen device. display and the image of the camera . Multimedia playlists display can be adjusted. .
Page 275: Other Settings
Audio/Other settings NOTE Other settings Function The Camera display can be accessed Select Day/Night Mode . when the rear camera monitor is dis- 1. Select Auto , Day , or Night can be se- played. lected on the pop-up screen. When Auto is selected, the screen changes to day or night mode de- Camera display...
Page 276 5-10 Audio/Other settings Gear wheel symbol tab Bluetooth symbol tab Note symbol tab Item Function Item Function Item Function System BT De- Balance/ Select to adjust speaker volume Select to change the language. Select to pair/connect the Blue- Language vices Con- Fader balance (right/left and front/rear).
Page 277: Basic Operation
5-11 Audio/Basic operation Spanner symbol tab Basic operation Item Function Vocal Im- Select to pick-up vocal sound Some basics signal from the sound data, and age Con- trol adjust it to right/left or front/rear. This section describes some of the basic features of the audio/visual system.
Page 278 5-12 Audio/Basic operation Turning the system on and off Selecting an audio source 1. Press the AUDIO/TUNE knob. AUDIO/TUNE knob: Press to display screen buttons for the audio/visual sys- POWER/VOLUME knob: Press to turn tem. the audio/visual system on and off. When .
Page 279 5-13 Audio/Basic operation . If the audio control screen appears, Source select display (for USA) Source select display (for CANADA) select (Source) on the audio Source screen or press the AUDIO/TUNE knob again. . Press the AUDIO/TUNE knob dur- ing lists are displayed, the audio play back screen appears.
Page 280 5-14 Audio/Basic operation Setting ranges Balance/Fader A good balance of the left and right stereo Item Step Default channels and of the front and rear sound Audio volume 0-40 levels is important for good quality audio program listening. Balance L9-R9 0 (Center) Keep in mind that when listening to a Fader...
Page 281 5-15 Audio/Basic operation 6. Adjust the balance by pressing Graphic Equalizer button. 1. Touch the Set button of the Graphic 7. Adjust the fader by pressing Equalizer function. button. Speed Volume Control The system adjusts to the optimum volume and tone quality according to vehicle speed to compensate for in- creased vehicle noise.
Page 282 5-16 Audio/Basic operation 2. When select OFF , volume smoother function is cancelled. Virtual Bass 1. Touch the right side button of the Virtual Bass function, and select OFF , Low , Mid or High menu. High comes to have a bigger effect. 4.
Page 283: Audio/Visual Remote Controls
5-17 Audio/Audio/visual remote controls Audio/visual remote controls Voice command system 1. Press this switch to operate the voice Steering switches command system. Some parts of the audio/visual system can be adjusted using the switches on the steering wheel. Talk switch .
Page 284 5-18 Audio/Audio/visual remote controls +/- 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 < > switch Mode Operation Function Press Preset channel up/down Seek up/down continuously AM/FM Radio, SiriusXM Press and hold while the switch is being...
Page 285 5-19 Audio/Audio/visual remote controls Mute/Enter switch Mode Operation Function Except list screen Press Audio ON/OFF Select cursor entry List screen Press Back switch Mode Operation Function All (except STARLINK) Press Return to the previous screen Press and hold Return to the HOME screen List switch Mode Operation...
Page 286: Tips For Operating The Audio/Visual System
5-20 Audio/Tips for operating the audio/visual system Tips for operating the audio/ can interfere with FM reception. Power lines or phone wires can interfere with AM visual system Fading: AM broadcasts are reflected by signals. And of course, radio signals have the upper atmosphere especially at a limited range.
Page 287 5-21 Audio/Tips for operating the audio/visual system be playable on your player: Transparent/translucent discs CD player and disc SACD . This CD player is intended for use with dts CD 4.7 in. (12 cm) discs only. Copy-protected CD . Extremely high temperatures can keep Video CD the CD player from working.
Page 288 5-22 Audio/Tips for operating the audio/visual system . Do not use printable discs. The Labeled discs use of such discs may damage the player, or it may be impossi- ble to eject the disc. To clean a disc: Wipe it with a soft, lint- free cloth that has been dampened with CAUTION water.
Page 289 5-23 Audio/Tips for operating the audio/visual system lens of the unit. Made for File information . It may not be possible to play discs . iPod touch (5th generation)* Compatible compressed files (Audio) . iPod touch (4th generation) recorded on a personal computer depend- ing on the application settings and the .
Page 290 5-24 Audio/Tips for operating the audio/visual system . M3u playlists are not compatible with Corresponding bit rates (Audio) and playback errors, use the appropriate file extension. the audio device. File type Bit rate (kbps) . This system can play only the first .
Page 291 5-25 Audio/Tips for operating the audio/visual system . Level 2: The file name can have up to ID3 tag 31 characters (including the separation . This is a method of embedding track- mark . and file extension). Each folder related information in an MP3 file. This must contain fewer than 8 hierarchies.
Page 292 This indicates that there is no audio file in the iPod No audio file connected iPod. This indicates that the accessed file cannot play Unplayable file back. NOTE If the malfunction is not rectified: Take your vehicle to your SUBARU dealer.
Page 293: Useful Information
5-27 Audio/Useful information Useful information Function Presets tab: Presets list (30 chan- SiriusXM Data Service* nels max.) is displayed. Data service information, which is com- Categories tab: Categories list is prised of traffic information and weather displayed. information, can be received via the All Channels tab: All channels list is SiriusXM Radio.
Page 294 5-28 Audio/Useful information Option menu screen Password input screen Lock channel selection screen 3. When the input password is approved, 4. In the channel list, touch the channel Function change to the lock channel selection that should be locked. screen. Channel Lock: Set the lock function of each channel.
Page 295: Starlink
5-29 Audio/Useful information STARLINK Direct Tune The STARLINK function allows the system 1. A channel input screen is displayed to link with a smartphone using Bluetooth. when touch the Direct Tune tab. Displaying STARLINK information 1. Press APPS key on the home screen, or press APPS button, the APPS screen is displayed.
Page 296 5-30 Audio/Useful information STARLINK disclaimer error screen Error screen that is displayed while using STARLINK Function The error screen will be displayed due to one of the following possible reasons. The error screen will be displayed while Select to go to the Music APPS .
Page 297 5-31 Audio/Useful information using the function. NOTE Connection method iPhone: USB Android: Bluetooth Supported devices iPhone: iPhone 4/iPhone 4S/iPhone 5 (iOS Ver. 5.1 or later) Android: (OS Ver. 4.0 or later)
Page 298: Radio Operation
5-32 Audio/Radio operation Radio operation Control screen AM/FM radio Overview Select (AM) or (FM) on the Select Audio Source (Select Audio Source) screen. Refer to Selecting an audio source 5-12. Control panel...
Page 299 5-33 Audio/Radio operation NOTE Function Function . The radio automatically changes to Select to display the audio source Turn to step up/down frequencies. stereo reception when a stereo broad- selection screen. Press to select an audio mode. cast is received. .
Page 300 5-34 Audio/Radio operation HD caution list The message Acquiring appears in the following situations. The following caution messages appear. Conditions when caution Caution Contents Case disappears When the reception in digital of the SPS station is con- firmed. When the system deter- This caution message appears When acquiring digital data mined that the SPS station...
Page 301 5-35 Audio/Radio operation The message HD Channel is unavailable appears in the following situations. Conditions when caution Caution Contents Case disappears When the system When the status is changed determined that the SPS to acquiring digital data station could not be re- because the reception ceived while receiving a condition of SPS station...
Page 302 5-36 Audio/Radio operation Selecting a station from the list Presetting a station A station list can be displayed. The AM band can store up to 12 stations 1. Select (AM1 and AM2, 6 stations each). The FM band can store up to 18 stations (FM1, FM2 and FM3, 6 stations each).
Page 303 5-37 Audio/Radio operation on the screen. You can access a URL by reading the QR code using a smartphone, etc. Delete bookmark from the list 1. Select (Delete Delete Bookmark Bookmark) on the station list screen and the following screen will be displayed. 2.
Page 304 5-38 Audio/Radio operation Selecting a desired program type Selecting a desired auto store list 1. Select (Start) on the option Start screen and the following screen will be displayed. 3. The program type list is in the following order: . All PTY (All program type) 1.
Page 305 5-39 Audio/Radio operation provide free, crystal clear audio with no About HD Radio technology static or distortion. For more information, and a guide to available radio stations and programming, refer to www.hdradio.com. Available HD Radio technology Multicast On the FM radio frequency most digital stations have multiple or supplemental programs on one FM station.
Page 306 5-40 Audio/Radio operation can also select the desired multicast channel. Preserving a music information Tag information in the music broadcasting is preserved in the system and transmits to an iPod. 2. The indication that shows whether the 2. Connect an iPod. Refer to Connecting current broadcast is digital or analog is and disconnecting a USB memory/porta- displayed on the top right of the control...
Page 307 5-41 Audio/Radio operation NOTE In addition, the following caution messages appear. . The tag information can not be Caution Contents Display Message preserved while scanning or caching the radio station. If there is not enough memory in the digital audio Tag storage full .
Page 308 5-42 Audio/Radio operation . Program Service Data: Presents song name, artist, station IDs, and other rele- vant data streams. . iTunes Tagging provides you the op- portunity to discover a wide range of content and the means to that content for later review and purchase from the iTunes Store.
Page 309 5-43 Audio/Radio operation Troubleshooting guide Experience Cause Action Mismatch of time alignment - a user may hear The radio stations analog and digital volume is None, radio broadcast issue. A user can contact a short period of programming replayed or an not properly aligned or the station is in ballgame the radio station.
Page 310: Siriusxm Satellite Radio
5-44 Audio/Radio operation SiriusXM Satellite Radio Control screen Overview Select (SiriusXM) on the Select SiriusXM Audio Source (Select Audio Source) screen. Refer to Selecting an audio source 5-12. Control panel...
Page 311 5-45 Audio/Radio operation How to subscribe to SiriusXM Sa- Function tellite Radio Select to display the audio source To listen to a satellite radio broadcast in selection screen. the vehicle, a subscription to the SiriusXM Display the contents information of a Satellite Radio service is necessary.
Page 312 5-46 Audio/Radio operation ment. Welcome to the world of WARNING CAUTION satellite radio. More information . SiriusXM Satellite Radio Services . It is prohibited to copy, decom- about SiriusXM Satellite Radio is available online at www.siriusxm. Legal Disclaimers and Warn- pile, disassemble, reverse engi- ings neer, hack, manipulate, or other-...
Page 313 5-47 Audio/Radio operation Presetting a channel 1-877-209-0079 . SiriusXM Satellite Radio is solely 1. The Presets list is displayed via either of the following procedures. responsible for the quality, availability . When you press the List key in the and content of the satellite radio ser- vices provided, which are subject to SiriusXM main screen (if the list that the terms and conditions of the...
Page 314 5-48 Audio/Radio operation In addition, the following caution messages appear. Selecting a channel from the list 1. The Categories list is displayed via Caution Contents Display Message either of the following procedures. An update to your SiriusXM subscription has . When you press the List key in the Subscription Update been received by the SiriusXM tuner.
Page 315: Media Operation
5-49 Audio/Media operation Media operation Overview The CD operation screen can be reached by the following methods: . Insert a disc. Refer to Loading and unloading a disc 5-4. . Select (DISC) on the Select DISC Audio Source (Select Audio Source) screen.
Page 316 5-50 Audio/Media operation Control screen Function Select to display the audio source selection screen. Select to display Trick Play Settings screen. Audio CD Select to display a track list. MP3/WMA/AAC disc Select to display a folder list Shows progress. The tracks in the disc are played back for ten seconds each from the beginning of the track.
Page 317 5-51 Audio/Media operation Control screen (Trick Play) Function Select to start 1 Track Repeat. Select to start Repeat All. Select to start Shuffle All. Return to the control screen. Select to start Folder Repeat. Select to start Shuffle Folder. NOTE Left: Audio CD, Right: MP3/WMA/AAC disc .
Page 318: Usb Memory
5-52 Audio/Media operation USB memory Audio files on the USB memory can be played back. Overview The USB Audio playback screen can be reached by the following methods: . Connect a USB memory. Refer to Connecting and disconnecting a USB memory/portable device 5-5.
Page 319 5-53 Audio/Media operation Control screen Function Select to display the audio source selection screen. Select to display Trick Play Settings screen. Select to display Folders List. Shows progress. The tracks in the disc are played back ten seconds each from the beginning of the track.
Page 320 5-54 Audio/Media operation Control screen (Trick Play) Function Select to start 1 Track Repeat. Select to start Folder Repeat. Select to start Repeat All. Return to the control screen. Select to start Shuffle All. Select to start Shuffle Folder. WARNING Do not operate the player s controls or connect the USB memory while driving.
Page 321: Ipod
5-55 Audio/Media operation . Select (USB/iPod) on the USB/iPod CAUTION Select Audio Source (Select Audio . Do not leave your portable player Source) screen. Refer to Selecting an audio source 5-12. in the car. In particular, high temperatures inside the vehicle may damage the portable player.
Page 322 5-56 Audio/Media operation Control screen Function Select to display the audio source selection screen. Select to display Trick Play Settings screen. Select to display iPod List. Shows progress. Select to display the sound setting screen. Refer to Basic operation Turn to adjust volume. Press to turn the audio system on/off.
Page 323 5-57 Audio/Media operation Control screen (Trick Play) Function Select to start 1 Track Repeat. Select to start Repeat All. Return to the control screen. Select to start Shuffle Track. Select to start Shuffle Album. Select to turn off Shuffle. CONTINUED...
Page 324 5-58 Audio/Media operation Control screen (Play List) Function Select to display the Playlist. Select to display Song List. Select to display Artists List. Select to display Albums List. Select to open Others List. Select to open Genres List. Select to open Composers List. Select to open Audiobooks List.
Page 325: Bluetooth Audio
5-59 Audio/Media operation may not be available. WARNING . Files/tracks selected by operating a connected iPod may not be recognized Do not operate the player s controls or displayed properly. or connect the iPod while driving. . If you press the Mute switch on the steering wheel during playback, the CAUTION track pauses.
Page 326 5-60 Audio/Media operation Control screen Function Select to display the audio source selection screen. Select to display Trick Play Settings screen. Select to display as a list (for the models with AVRCP Ver. 1.4 or high- er). Select to play back or pause a track. The track pauses when pressed dur- ing playback and plays back when pressed during pause.
Page 327 5-61 Audio/Media operation Control screen (Play List) Function Select to start 1 Track Repeat. Select to start Repeat All. Return to the control screen. Select to start Shuffle Track. Select to start Group Shuffle. Select to turn off Shuffle. CONTINUED...
Page 328 5-62 Audio/Media operation switch is in the ACC or ON posi- WARNING CAUTION tion, the system will automatically . Do not operate the player s con- reconnect to the portable player. Do not leave your portable player in . If the Bluetooth device is discon- trols or connect to the Bluetooth the vehicle.
Page 329: Aha Tm By Harman
5-63 Audio/Media operation 2. Select (Select) on the BT by HARMAN Select Devices Connection screen. aha is a cloud-based application that 3. For more information: Refer to Con- connects to the system and gives you necting a Bluetooth device 5-84. access to your favorite web content safely and easily.
Page 330 5-64 Audio/Media operation Overview Control screen Control panel...
Page 331 5-65 Audio/Media operation Function Function Select to display the audio source Select to display the sound setting selection screen. screen. Refer to Basic operation Select to open Station List. Turn to adjust volume. Press to turn the audio system on/off. Select to fast forward the current con- tent item by 30 seconds.
Page 332 5-66 Audio/Media operation Control screen (Station Display) Function Select to display Preset List. Return to the control screen. Select to display Nearby List.
Page 333 5-67 Audio/Media operation phone is placed as close to the system and environment, the signal may be WARNING as possible, while ensuring it is stowed weak or not be received. In such cases, . Do not connect or operate the and secure while driving.
Page 334 5-68 Audio/Media operation for unlimited data usage, additional issues with future firmware versions Before using aha application charges from your carrier may apply for of the smartphone; compatibility is- In order to use the aha application on this accessing app-based connected content sues with future versions of the con- system, the application must be installed via 3G, 4G, Wi-Fi, or 4G LTE wireless...
Page 335 5-69 Audio/Media operation About the supported devices This system supports the following devices. For iPhone/iPod touch users Type Generation Firmware version or OS iPhone 3G iOS 4.2.x iPhone 3GS iOS 6.1.x iPhone 4 iOS 7.0.x iPhone iPhone 4S iOS 7.0.x iPhone 5 iOS 7.0.x iPhone 5C...
Page 336: Specifications
5-70 Audio/Media operation For Android device users Android OS Specification Profile Bluetooth Specification Ver. 1.1 or higher aha Connect Binary API over SPP Android Ver. 2.2 or Ver. 2.3 (Ver. 2.0 + EDR or higher is recommended) Digital audio by A2DP NOTE The available functions may vary depending on the type of Android device.
Page 337 5-71 Audio/Media operation 3. Select aha on the Select Audio Using aha application Source (Select Audio Source) screen. If you connect a smartphone to this Refer to Basic operation 5-11. system after starting a supported aha Select aha on the Apps (APPS) screen. application on the smartphone, you can Refer to STARLINK 5-29.
Page 338: Aux
5-72 Audio/Media operation . For the aha function, the following NOTE Station operation screen buttons touch screen gestures are not avail- The button display will vary depending able. on each station or content item. Button Function Multi-touch operation Double-tap Select to start playback. Overview The AUX operation screen can be Select to pause playback.
Page 339 5-73 Audio/Media operation Control screen Function Select to display the audio source selection screen. Select to open the Options screen. Select to display the sound setting screen. Refer to Basic operation 5-11. Turn to adjust volume. Press to turn the audio system on/off. Press to select an audio mode.
Page 340 5-74 Audio/Media operation Control screen (Option Display) Function Select to adjust the audio gain level. Select High, Mid, or Low for the audio gain level. The High setting has greater effect. Select to close the list.
Page 341: Pandora
5-75 Audio/Media operation ® Pandora Connecting and disconnecting a USB WARNING memory/portable device 5-5. Pandora is an application for a smart- . Select Do not operate the player s controls (Pandora) on the Pandora phone. This can automatically select and or connect the portable audio device Select Audio Source (Select Audio play recommended tracks.
Page 342 5-76 Audio/Media operation Control screen Function Select to display the audio source selection screen. Select to open Station List. Select to skip the current track. Select to play back or pause a track. The Pause icon is displayed in the Play/Pause key during playback and the Playback icon is displayed in the Play/Pause key during pause.
Page 343 5-77 Audio/Media operation Bookmark Type Selection screen Function Turn clockwise to skip to the next track. Select to skip to the next track/ cover art. Function When selected after the Bookmark key is pressed, the current track is book- marked. When selected after the Bookmark key is pressed, the current artist is book- marked.
Page 344 5-78 Audio/Media operation Control screen (Station list) Function Select to sort the list in the chronologi- cal order of when the Station List was created. Select to create a station. The station can be created using track names or artist names. Select to delete a station.
Page 345 5-79 Audio/Media operation Control screen (Delete Station) Function Select to delete the selected item from the list. Select to cancel the operation to delete a station. WARNING Do not operate the player s controls or connect the smartphone while driving. CAUTION Do not leave your smartphone in the car.
Page 346: Bluetooth ® Settings
5-80 ® Audio/Bluetooth settings ® Bluetooth settings screen. Registering/connecting ® Bluetooth device ® The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Registering a Bluetooth phone for the first time BT Devices Connection screen (At the To use the hands-free system, it is initial startup and when no device is Settings (When selecting the BT tab)
Page 347 5-81 ® Audio/Bluetooth settings when registration is complete. . The system waits for connection requests coming from the registered device. . At this stage, the Bluetooth func- tions are not yet available. Registering a Bluetooth Audio de- vice for the first time To use the Bluetooth Audio, it is necessary to register an audio device with the system.
Page 348 . 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.
Page 349: Setting Bluetooth Details
5-83 ® Audio/Bluetooth settings Setting Bluetooth details BT Devices Connection screen Function Page 1. Select Registering a Bluetooth device 5-83 Deleting a Bluetooth device 5-84 Connecting a Bluetooth device 5-84 Registering a Bluetooth device You can register up to five devices, regardless of whether they are Bluetooth phones or audio devices.
Page 350 5-84 ® Audio/Bluetooth settings tration may be displayed on the Blue- If more than 1 Bluetooth device has been currently connected with a USB cable. tooth device s screen. Respond and registered, select which device to connect Bluetooth ON/OFF operate the Bluetooth device accord- ing to the confirmation message.
Page 351 1. Select PIN-Code . tooth device name of the in-vehicle 2. Enter a PIN-code and then select equipment. The default name is SUBARU BT , which can be changed Set . by selecting it and entering alphanu- meric characters. Common operations PIN code: Displays the PIN code of .
Page 352: Phone Operation (Hands-Free System For Cellular Phones)
5-86 Audio/Phone operation (Hands free system for cellular phones) When the cursor is at the Device Phone operation (Hands-free Name Display Area system for cellular phones) . The device name can be set or Quick reference changed. . Press the PIN key to enter a pass- The phone top screen can be used to code.
Page 353: Some Basics
5-87 Audio/Phone operation (Hands free system for cellular phones) is a wireless data system that enables Function cellular phones to be used without being Incoming Calls key: Opens the connected by a cable or placed in a Incoming Calls screen. cradle.
Page 354 5-88 Audio/Phone operation (Hands free system for cellular phones) be cut. tion under the influence of radio waves. Radio waves could have Noise may be heard when play- unexpected effects on the opera- ing back voice with the Bluetooth function. tion of such medical devices.
Page 355 The air conditioning vents are pointed towards the microphone. The sound of the air conditioning fan is loud. Models without SUBARU STARLINK There is a negative effect on Talk switch Models with SUBARU STARLINK sound quality due to the phone .
Page 356: Calling On The Bluetooth Phone
5-90 Audio/Phone operation (Hands free system for cellular phones) When selling or disposing of the . On the PHONE screen, select Incom- Calling on the Bluetooth vehicle ing Calls to open the Incoming Calls phone A lot of personal data is registered when screen.
Page 357 5-91 Audio/Phone operation (Hands free system for cellular phones) . On the PHONE screen, select Out- . On the PHONE screen, select Con- . On the PHONE screen, select Dia- going Calls to open the Outgoing Calls tacts to open the Contacts screen. Refer lpad to open the Dialpad screen.
Page 358 5-92 Audio/Phone operation (Hands free system for cellular phones) By call history Function Incoming Calls Outgoing Calls key: Opens the Out- going Calls screen. . On the PHONE screen, select Incom- ing Calls to open the Incoming Calls Contacts key: Opens the Contacts screen.
Page 359 5-93 Audio/Phone operation (Hands free system for cellular phones) Outgoing Calls Function . On the PHONE screen, select Out- Incoming Calls key: Opens the going Calls to open the Outgoing Calls Incoming Calls screen. screen. Contacts key: Opens the Contacts .
Page 360 5-94 Audio/Phone operation (Hands free system for cellular phones) By contacts list Function . Up to 1000 items in the contact data Incoming Calls key: Opens the are listed. Scroll the screen to see items Incoming Calls screen. that are not on the screen. Outgoing Calls key: Opens the Out- .
Page 361 5-95 Audio/Phone operation (Hands free system for cellular phones) Function Download Contacts key: Opens the Download Confirmation screen. Con- firm whether or not to download. If the downloaded contact(s) already exist(s), confirm whether or not to overwrite the existing data. Download 1 Entry key: Downloads one set of contact data.
Page 362 5-96 Audio/Phone operation (Hands free system for cellular phones) transferring contact data. By Dialpad The Outgoing Call screen opens when you perform the following operations. . When you enter a phone number on the PHONE (Dialpad) screen and select the OFF_Hook key, the Outgoing Call screen opens.
Page 363: Receiving On The Bluetooth Phone
5-97 Audio/Phone operation (Hands free system for cellular phones) By off hook switch Function 1. Press the switch on the steering Hold key: Puts the incoming call on wheel to display the phone top screen. hold. This function may not work on some cell phone models.
Page 364: Talking On The Bluetooth Phone
5-98 Audio/Phone operation (Hands free system for cellular phones) Talking on the Bluetooth phone While talking on the phone, this screen is displayed. The operations outlined below can be performed on this screen. . When the Incoming Call screen is displayed and you accept the call, the screen changes to the Call screen.
Page 365 5-99 Audio/Phone operation (Hands free system for cellular phones) formed by operating the cellular phone Function Function directly. . Transferring methods and opera- Mute key: Mutes your voice to the Dialpad keys: Allows you to enter other party. Press the Mute key numbers from 0 to 9 and *, #, and +.
Page 366: Setup
5-100 Audio/Setup NOTE Setup . Depending on the type of phone, Phone settings certain functions may not be available. . Contact data is managed indepen- Sound Settings (Sound Settings) dently for every registered phone. screen When one phone is connected, another The call and ringtone volume can be phone s registered data cannot be read.
Page 367 5-101 Audio/Setup . If another Bluetooth device is con- Deleting the contact data nected when transferring contact data, 1. Select (Delete All). Delete All depending on the phone, the con- 2. Select (OK) when the confirma- nected Bluetooth device may need to tion screen appears.
Page 368: What To Do If
Cellular This phone system For USA customers, please visit www.subaru.com for details. Outside of the The connected device may not be a USA customers, contact your local dealer to compatible Bluetooth cellular phone. arrange a demonstration in order to confirm...
Page 369 5-103 Audio/What to do if... When registering/connecting a cellular phone Page Symptom Likely cause Solution Cellular This phone system An incorrect passcode was entered Enter the correct passcode on the cellular phone. on the cellular phone. The registration operation has not Complete the registration operation on the cellular been completed on the cellular phone A cellular phone cannot be regis-...
Page 370 This phone system For USA customers, please visit www.subaru.com for details. Outside of the The profile version of the connected USA customers, contact your local dealer to cellular phone may not be compatible arrange a demonstration in order to confirm with transferring phonebook data.
Page 371 5-105 Audio/What to do if... In other situations Page Symptom Likely cause Solution Cellular This phone system The cellular phone is not close enough Bring the cellular phone closer to this system. to this system. Turn the cellular phone off, remove and reinstall the battery pack, and then restart the cellular phone.
Page 372: Voice Command System Operation
There is excessive background Using the voice command system noise, such as wind noise. Steering switch Models without SUBARU STARLINK Models with SUBARU STARLINK (U.S.-spec. models only) . It is unnecessary to speak directly into the microphone when giving a command.
Page 373 5-107 Audio/Voice command system operation is selected, all commands can be Voice command system operation operated. 1. Press the talk switch. . Saying (Help) prompts gui- Help . After the voice command top screen dance to offer examples of commands has been displayed, speech guidance and operation methods.
Page 374 5-108 Audio/Voice command system operation John Smith Call a contact , Calling to other phone numbers Voice command example: Dial Mary Davis 3. Say Call or press the number switch on . Short or abbreviated names in the the steering wheel. 1.
Page 375: Command List
5-109 Audio/Command list NOTE Basic command Command list If the command cannot be recognized Voice completely, the command input screen Phrase Function Recognizable voice commands and their command will be displayed. (Search results will actions are shown below. Go back one be shown based on the part of the .
Page 376 5-110 Audio/Command list Commands for changing the radio mode Voice Voice Phrase Function Phrase Function command command Voice Phrase Function command Switch to Call History Pandora Change to Pandora Incoming mode change Pandora Change to Switch to AM mode call, Outgoing Make a call mode call...
Page 377 5-111 Audio/Command list Commands for Pandora Commands for AM/FM control Commands for SiriusXM radio control Voice Voice Voice Phrase Function Phrase Function Phrase Function command command command Mark Like Tunes in the Designate the Like Like flag higher fre- preset chan- Seek up Seek Up Preset num-...
Page 378 5-112 Audio/Command list Commands for CD control Commands for iPod control Voice Phrase Function command Voice Voice Phrase Function Phrase Function command command Plays from the start of the Folder down Folder Down Track up, Select the Track up, Select the previous Track Up Track Up...
Page 379: Appendix
5-113 Audio/Appendix . iPod Commands for Bluetooth audio control Appendix Made for iPod and Made for iPhone Voice Certification Phrase Function command mean that an electronic accessory has . Bluetooth been designed to connect specifically to Pause Pause Pause play iPod or iPhone respectively, and has been The Bluetooth word mark and logo are Track up,...
Page 380: Certification For The Hands-Free System
5-114 Audio/Appendix Certification for the Hands- Certification for Mexico mod- Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d exposition aux rayonnements énoncées free system pour un environnement non contrôlé et . IFETEL RCPCLPF14-0253-A2 This device complies with Part 15 of FCC respecte les règles les radioélectriques Rules and Industry Canada licence-ex- Clarion PF-3678...
Page 381 Interior equipment Interior lights ............Ashtray (if equipped)......... 6-11 Dome light ............Floor mat (if equipped)........6-12 Cargo area light ..........Shopping bag hook ........... 6-12 Map lights ............Convenient hook..........6-13 OFF delay timer ..........Cargo area cover (if equipped) ......6-13 Sun visors ............
Page 382: Interior Lights
Interior equipment/Interior lights Cargo area light Interior lights DOOR: The dome light illuminates auto- 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...
Page 383: Map Lights
Interior equipment/Interior lights Map lights illuminate when only the rear gate is Door interlock switch opened.) . The doors are unlocked using the keyless access function (if equipped). Refer to Locking and unlocking with keyless access entry function 2-12. . The doors are unlocked using the remote keyless entry system.
Page 384: Sun Visors
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...
Page 385: Vanity Mirror
Interior equipment/Storage compartment Vanity mirror Storage compartment CAUTION CAUTION Keep the vanity mirror cover closed . Always keep the storage com- while the car is being driven to avoid partment closed while driving to being temporarily blinded by the reduce the risk of injury in the glare of bright light.
Page 386: Glove Box
Interior equipment/Storage compartment Glove box Center console The center console box provides a sto- rage space. Paper holder (if equipped) Pen holder Lock Unlock The top of the console can be used as an armrest. Coin tray To open the glove box, pull the handle. To Accessory tray close it, push the lid firmly upward.
Page 387: Overhead Console (If Equipped)
Interior equipment/Cup holders position. Cup holders Overhead console (if CAUTION equipped) Take care to avoid spills. Beverages, if hot, might burn you and/or your passengers. Spilled beverages may also damage upholstery, carpets or audio equipment. Front passenger s cup holder A dual cup holder is built into the console.
Page 388: Rear Passenger S Cup Holder (If Equipped)
Interior equipment/Bottle holders NOTE Bottle holders . The shape of the front passenger s cup holder may be slightly different CAUTION depending on the model. . With the divider taken out, the cup . Do not pick up a bottle from the holder can be used as a storage box.
Page 389: Accessory Power Outlets
Interior equipment/Accessory power outlets trim can be used to hold a beverage bottle Accessory power outlets and other items. Power outlet in the cargo area Accessory power outlets are provided below the climate control dials, in the Power outlet below the climate control center console and in the cargo area.
Page 390: Use With A Cigarette Lighter (If Equipped)
A cigarette lighter plug is gears and operating the accel- which are designed for 12V DC. available from your SUBARU dealer. erator and brake pedals. If they The cigarette lighter operates only when The maximum power rating of an...
Page 391: Ashtray (If Equipped)
. The electrical power socket is . Do not use ashtrays as waste originally designed to use a gen- receptacles or leave a lighted uine SUBARU cigarette lighter cigarette in an ashtray. This plug. Do not use a non-genuine could cause a fire.
Page 392: Floor Mat (If Equipped)
. Be sure to use a genuine SUBARU floor mat or an equiva- lent designed with grommets in the correct locations. . Make sure that the driver s floor...
Page 393: Convenient Hook
6-13 Interior equipment/Convenient hook Convenient hook Cargo area cover (if equipped) CAUTION The cargo area cover is provided for . Do not hang items on the con- covering the cargo area and to protect its contents from direct sunlight. This cover is venient hook that weigh 6 lbs (3 detachable to make room for additional kg) or more.
Page 394: To Install The Front Cover
6-14 Interior equipment/Cargo area cover To remove the cover housing WARNING 1. Rewind the cover. Do not place anything on the ex- tended cover. Putting excessive weight on the extended cover can break it and an object on the cover could tumble forward in the event of a sudden stop or collision.
Page 395: Stowage Of The Cargo Area Cover
6-15 Interior equipment/Cargo area cover Stowage of the cargo area To install the cover housing cover The cargo area cover can be stowed in under the cargo floor. 3. Stow the cover housing in the cargo area end. 1. Insert the protrusion located on the right end of the sleeve into the recess of the retainer.
Page 396: Cargo Tie-Down Hooks
6-16 Interior equipment/Cargo tie down hooks side and shorten the bar. Cargo tie-down hooks Under-floor storage compart- 3. Insert the other protrusion into the ment (if equipped) recess of the other retainer. NOTE The shape of the storage compartment may be different depending on the model.
Page 397: Rear View Camera
Contact your SUBARU dealer for an inspection. Continued use may result in accident, fire or A rear view camera is attached to the rear electric shock.
Page 398: How To Use The Rear View Camera
. For models with the genuine . The camera lens has a hard coating may cause a fire or electric SUBARU navigation system, while the to help prevent scratches. However, shock. Pour water or lukewarm navigation system is activated, the...
Page 399: Viewing Range On The Screen
6-19 Interior equipment/Rear view camera Viewing range on the screen Also, the image from the rear view camera looks shorter than the actual distance. CAUTION The range that can be viewed with the rear view camera is limited. Always be sure to check with your eyes when moving backward and proceed slowly.
Page 400: Help Line
6-20 Interior equipment/Rear view camera wide projection on its upper part such as a the help lines together with the rear view When there is an upward slope at sign pole behind the vehicle, the projec- image. the back tion cannot be seen on the screen. CAUTION Help line .
Page 401 6-21 Interior equipment/Rear view camera Feature of distance marker When there is a downward slope at the back 3 feet (1 m) line 6.5 feet (2 m) line 3 feet (1 m) 10 feet (3 m) line The distance on the screen looks nearer The distance marker shows the distance than the actual distance.
Page 403 Starting and operating Fuel ..............Remote transmitter program (models without keyless access with push-button start Fuel requirements ..........system )............7-20 Fuel filler lid and cap........... System maintenance.......... 7-20 State emission testing (U.S. only)...... Manual transmission ......... 7-22 Preparing to drive ..........Shifting speeds..........
Page 404 Starting and operating Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch....7-39 Hill start assist system........7-46 X-mode (if equipped).......... 7-40 To activate/deactivate the Hill start assist system ............7-48 To activate/deactivate the X-mode....... 7-41 Hill start assist warning light/Hill start assist OFF Hill descent control function .......
Page 405: Fuel
Contact problem is fuel related before returning 91 AKI (95 RON) fuel. your SUBARU dealer if you use a fuel with your vehicle to an authorized dealer for the specified octane rating and your service.
Page 406 In addition, some gasoline suppliers are SUBARU dealer. SUBARU Dealer for service. If it is . Fuel system damage or driveability now producing reformulated gasolines, determined that the condition is caused...
Page 407: Fuel Filler Lid And Cap
Starting and operating/Fuel Fuel filler lid and cap Refueling Only one person should be involved in refueling. Do not allow others to approach the area of the vehicle near the fuel filler pipe while refueling is in progress. Be sure to observe any other precautions that are posted at the service station.
Page 408 . 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.
Page 409: State Emission Testing (U.s. Only)
OBDII system. place your SUBARU AWD vehicle . The inspection of the OBDII system on a two-wheel dynamometer. consists of a visual operational check of...
Page 410: Preparing To Drive
2. Check the appearance and condition testing program. When properly used, this OBDII system readiness monitors NOT of the tires. Also check tires for proper equipment should not damage a SUBARU READY is greater than one. If the inflation. AWD vehicle.
Page 411: Starting And Stopping The Engine (Models Without Push-Button Ignition Switch)
Starting and operating/Starting and stopping the engine (models without push button ignition switch) Starting and stopping the General precautions when starting CAUTION engine engine (models without Trapping small animals in the cool- push-button ignition switch) ing fan and belts of the engine may WARNING result in a malfunction.
Page 412 (4) If the engine still refuses to start, warning and indicator lights. Refer to . On rare occasions, it may be difficult contact your nearest SUBARU dealer Warning and indicator lights 3-11. to start the engine depending on the for assistance.
Page 413: Stopping The Engine
(4) If the engine still refuses to 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 3-11.
Page 414: Starting And Stopping Engine (Models With Push-Button Start System)
Refer to Safety precautions 2-10. the brake pedal, the engine can be Contact a SUBARU dealer imme- started regardless of the status of the diately. Operating range for push- push-button ignition switch.
Page 415: Stopping Engine
7-13 Starting and operating/Starting and stopping engine (models with push button start system) indicator does not turn green. Stopping engine 5. While depressing the brake pedal, 1. Stop the vehicle completely. press the push-button ignition switch. 2. Move the select lever to the position.
Page 416: When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
Stop the vehicle in a table cabin upon entry. safe location, and contact a WARNING SUBARU dealer immediately. . There are some general precau- Models with keyless access tions when starting the engine. with push-button start sys-...
Page 417 To All vehicle doors (including rear gate) flashers then flash once again. change it, please contact your SUBARU and the engine hood must be closed dealer. Note that some settings may 3. After step 2, immediately press and...
Page 418 7-16 Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option) operating range of the system and the start system will power off and then . The security alarm is triggered start request is received, the following attempt to start the engine 3 additional phenomena will occur.
Page 419 7-17 Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option) 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-...
Page 420 7-18 Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option) Fob Indication Precondition Meaning Flash Beep Continuous while button is Fob start button is being pressed The fob is transmitting an RF signal held down 1 flash 1 beep Engine start request received 2 flashes 2 beeps Engine started successfully...
Page 421: Start System
7-19 Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option) Entering the vehicle while it button start system , press the push- To engage or disengage service mode: button ignition switch while depressing is running via remote start 1. Enter the vehicle and close all vehicle the brake pedal to restart the engine.
Page 422: Remote Transmitter Program (Models Without Keyless Access With Push-Button Start System )
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 system has learned the transmitter. Upon (models without keyless ac- successful programming, the remote start cess with push-button start CAUTION confirmation transmitter button will flash system )
Page 423 7-21 Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option) For models without keyless access with push-button start system : The 3-volt lithium battery (model CR- 2032) supplied in your remote engine start transmitter should last approximately one year, depending on usage. When the battery begins to weaken, you will notice a decrease in range (distance from the vehicle that your remote control operates).
Page 424: Manual Transmission
7-22 Starting and operating/Manual transmission ference, and (2) this device must Manual transmission accept any interference received, in- cluding interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not ex- pressly approved by the party respon- sible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equip- ment and void warranty.
Page 425: Shifting Speeds
7-23 Starting and operating/Manual transmission Shifting speeds WARNING Gear mph (km/h) Recommended shifting speeds . Do not drive the vehicle with the 29 (48) The best compromise between fuel econ- clutch disengaged (i.e., when the 54 (88) omy and vehicle performance during clutch pedal is depressed) or normal driving is ensured by shifting up with the shift lever in the neutral...
Page 426: Driving Tips
7-24 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission . Never move the vehicle rearward Driving tips Continuously variable trans- by inertia with the select lever set mission Do not drive with your foot resting on the in a forward driving position or clutch pedal and do not use the clutch to move the vehicle forward by hold your vehicle at a standstill on an...
Page 427: Select Lever
7-25 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission driveability. The gearshift timing will sion is a chain type system that automatically shift to the normal timing provides superior transmission effi- after the engine has warmed up. ciency for maximum fuel economy. At .
Page 428 7-26 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission When you park the vehicle, first apply the or foot brake is applied. controls the driving performance and parking brake firmly, then shift into the P engine braking while corresponding to Avoid coasting with the transmission in position.
Page 429: Selection Of Manual Mode (If Equipped)
7-27 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission Selection of manual mode (if equipped) Models without EyeSight system Models with EyeSight system Upshift indicator Upshift indicator Downshift indicator Downshift indicator With the vehicle either moving or station- Gear position indicator Gear position indicator ary, move the select lever from the D When the manual mode is selected, the position to the M position to select the...
Page 430: Selection Of L (If Equipped)
7-28 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission ing is possible. When the downshift and let the engine idle until the warning CAUTION indicator illuminates, downshifting is light turns off. . For models with SI-DRIVE, by select- possible. When both indicators illuminate, Do not place or hang anything on upshifting and downshifting are both pos- ing Sport Sharp (S#) mode, upshifting...
Page 431: Shift Lock Function
LOCK / OFF position while the select system) may be malfunctioning. Contact a lever is in the N position, the select lever SUBARU dealer for an inspection as soon may not be moved to the P position after as possible.
Page 432: Driving Tips
Intelligent (I), Sport (S), and Sport Sharp lock system may be malfunctioning. Con- (S#). By operating the SI-DRIVE switches, tact a SUBARU dealer for an inspection the character of the power unit changes. as soon as possible. Intelligent (I) mode Driving tips .
Page 433: Sport (S) Mode
7-31 Starting and operating/SI DRIVE efficiency and smooth driveability without Sport Sharp (S#) mode When selecting Sport Sharp (S#) mode, stress. Power delivery is moderate during the following controls will be applied. For maximum performance driving acceleration for maximum fuel efficiency. Uphill control: Prevents unnecessary This is ideal for around-town driving and shift-up/shift-down during ascent.
Page 434: Si-Drive Switches
SI-DRIVE system may be (S) mode is selected. the driver that the steering power assist is malfunctioning. Contact your SUBARU operational. To select the Sport Sharp (S#) mode, dealer. press the S#/I switch when any mode...
Page 435: Braking
Starting and operating/Braking assist limitation to occur too fre- wheel is operated. Drive carefully to Braking quently, this may result in a malfunc- the nearest SUBARU dealer and tion of the power steering control have the vehicle inspected immedi- Braking tips system.
Page 436: Brake System
When you depress the brake pedal harder than normal and the braking dis- mediately have your vehicle checked by strongly or suddenly, the following tance will increase. your SUBARU dealer. phenomena occur. However, even though these occur, they do not indi-...
Page 437: Abs (Anti-Lock Brake System)
7-35 Starting and operating/ABS (Anti lock Brake System) also hear the sound of the ABS working ABS (Anti-lock Brake Sys- following distance from other from the engine compartment. This is vehicles. tem) caused by an automatic functional test of . When driving on badly surfaced the ABS system being carried out and roads, gravel roads, icy roads, or The ABS system prevents the lock-up of...
Page 438 7-36 Starting and operating/Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system Steps to take if EBD system Electronic Brake Force Dis- malfunctions tribution (EBD) system The EBD system maximizes the effective- ness of the brakes by allowing the rear brakes to supply a greater proportion of the braking force.
Page 439: System
Drive carefully to erly, do not drive the vehicle. Have your vehicle towed to the you are driving a vehicle with the the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the nearest SUBARU dealer for re- Vehicle Dynamics Control system system inspected.
Page 440 Vehicle Dynamics Control operation authorized SUBARU dealer. using control of the brakes and indicator light. . The following precautions should engine power.
Page 441: Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor
7-39 Starting and operating/Vehicle Dynamics Control system following list, the vehicle may be less Dynamics Control OFF indicator light stable than it feels to the driver. The Vehicle Dynamics Control System may Vehicle Dynamics Control therefore operate. Such operation does not indicate a system malfunction.
Page 442: X-Mode (If Equipped)
7-40 Starting and operating/X mode NOTE Dynamics Control system may help to X-mode (if equipped) . The Vehicle Dynamics Control sys- recover from the loss of traction. Use the Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch as tem will be activated automatically WARNING necessary.
Page 443: To Activate/Deactivate The X-Mode
When SUBARU dealer. the hill descent control indicator light turns off, the hill descent .
Page 444: Hill Descent Control Function
7-42 Starting and operating/X mode Hill descent control function (40 km/h) or more while the X-mode is activated, a buzzer will sound once and The hill descent control function will be in the X-mode will be deactivated. standby mode when the X-mode is acti- vated and the vehicle speed is less than NOTE approximately 12 mph (20 km/h).
Page 445: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) (U.s.-Spec. Models)
7-43 Starting and operating/Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (U.S. spec. models) brake pedal is different, (harder Tire pressure monitoring than usual etc.) when the brake system (TPMS) (U.S.-spec. pedal is depressed during hill des- models) cent control function operation. Hill descent control indicator light Low tire pressure warning light (models with EyeSight system) The tire pressure monitoring system pro-...
Page 446 Contact your This device complies with Part 15 of warm and their pressures increase SUBARU dealer as soon as possible the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to accordingly. Be sure to let the tires for tire and sensor replacement and/...
Page 447: Parking Your Vehicle
7-45 Starting and operating/Parking your vehicle Parking your vehicle CAUTION Parking brake Never drive while the parking brake is set because this will cause un- To set the parking brake, depress the necessary wear on the brake lin- brake pedal firmly and hold it down until ings.
Page 448: Hill Start Assist System
7-46 Starting and operating/Hill start assist system Hill start assist system and other obstructions on the WARNING ground when parking. The under- . Never leave unattended children spoilers could be damaged by con- CAUTION tact with them. or pets in the vehicle. They could accidentally injure themselves or others through inadvertent op- The Hill start assist system is a...
Page 449 7-47 Starting and operating/Hill start assist system ditions. . when the clutch pedal is depressed while the brake pedal is also depressed (MT models) . when the vehicle has stopped with the brake pedal depressed (CVT models) Braking power is maintained temporarily (for approximately 2 seconds) by the Hill start assist system after the brake pedal is released.
Page 450: To Activate/Deactivate The Hill Start Assist System
7-48 Starting and operating/Hill start assist system Hill start assist OFF indicator light is place the ignition switch in the illuminated LOCK / OFF position once and then start over again. When using the Hill start assist system, a braking effect may be felt even after the To deactivate brake pedal has been released.
Page 451 7-49 Starting and operating/Hill start assist system (2) The Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light turns off. (3) The Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator light turns off. (4) The ABS warning light turns off. Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch Hill start assist OFF indicator light (models without power rear gate) 7.
Page 452: Hill Start Assist Warning Light/Hill Start Assist Off Indicator Light
For models with the EyeSight system: the system. We recommend that you assist system is activated, the Hill start Refer to the Owner s Manual supple- contact your SUBARU dealer for an assist OFF indicator light turns off. ment for the EyeSight system. inspection.
Page 453: To Set Cruise Control
7-51 Starting and operating/Cruise control To set cruise control combination meter will illuminate. 2. Depress the accelerator pedal until the vehicle reaches the desired speed. Cruise control set indicator light At this time, the cruise control set indicator Cruise control main button light is illuminated in the combination 1.
Page 454: To Temporarily Cancel The Cruise Control
7-52 Starting and operating/Cruise control To turn off the cruise control from the current gear position indica- do not shift the lever into the N tion to the D indication. position while driving except in case There are two ways to turn off the cruise of emergency.
Page 455 7-53 Starting and operating/Cruise control U.S.-spec. models set is less than 4 mph (6.8 km/h), the To decrease the speed (by the vehicle speed will be lowered by 1 mph When the difference between the actual RES/SET switch) (1.6 km/h). This occurs because the vehicle speed and the set speed is less cruise control system regards this than 4 mph (6.8 km/h), the set speed can...
Page 456: Cruise Control Indicator Light
7-54 Starting and operating/Cruise control than 4.4 km/h, the set speed can be lowered 1 km/h each time by pressing the RES/SET switch to the side quickly. To decrease the speed (by brake pedal) 1. Depress the brake pedal to release cruise control temporarily.
Page 457 Driving tips New vehicle break-in driving the first Loading your vehicle......... 8-12 1,000 miles (1,600 km) ........Vehicle capacity weight........8-13 Fuel economy hints ..........GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating) ......8-14 Engine exhaust gas (carbon monoxide).... Roof rail (if equipped) ........
Page 458: New Vehicle Break-In Driving The First 1,000 Miles (1,600 Km)
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) The following suggestions will help to save fuel. WARNING . Select the proper gear position for the The performance and long life of your speed and road conditions.
Page 459: Catalytic Converter
This sound is authorized SUBARU dealer. . Do not apply undercoating or rust normal. prevention treatment to the heat shield of catalytic converter and the exhaust sys- tem.
Page 460: Periodic Inspections
Driving tips/Periodic inspections Periodic inspections Driving in foreign countries operates at very high tempera- tures. . Keep everyone and flammable To keep your vehicle in the best condition When planning to use your vehicle in materials away from the exhaust at all times, always have the recom- another country: pipe while the engine is running.
Page 461: Driving Tips For Awd Models
By shifting power between the front and (s), all four tires must be the and it can lead to an accident. rear wheels, SUBARU AWD can also same for the following items. provide added traction during acceleration (a) Size...
Page 462: On-Road And Off-Road Driving
For detailed information, refer to Towing at high speed. cle. Remember that your vehicle, 9-13. If you take your SUBARU off-road, certain with its higher profile and center...
Page 463 Driving tips/On road and off road driving 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 .
Page 464: Winter Driving
Remember that damage done to your a different concentration from the one Keep the door locks from freezing by 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...
Page 465 When the vehicle has been left parked 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...
Page 466: Driving On Snowy And Icy Roads
8-10 Driving tips/Winter driving deicer, use it. It is helpful to thaw the frost or snow etc. on the power rear WARNING windshield wiper blades. Refer to Defog- gate, remove it. If you forcibly ger and deicer 3-104. operate the power rear gate with Do not use the cruise control on .
Page 467: Corrosion Protection
8-11 Driving tips/Winter driving designed to provide an adequate measure (g) Brand (tread pattern) CAUTION of traction, handling and braking perfor- (h) Degrees of wear mance in year-round driving. In winter, it During high-speed driving, non- For the items (a) to (d), you must may be possible to enhance performance freezing type wiper blades may not obey the specification that is...
Page 468: Rocking The Vehicle
8-12 Driving tips/Loading your vehicle NOTE engine. For the best possible traction, Loading your vehicle avoid spinning the wheels when trying to When tire chains cannot be used, use free the vehicle. of another type of traction device (such WARNING as spring chains) may be acceptable if When the road surface is extremely use on your vehicle is recommended...
Page 469: Vehicle Capacity Weight
8-13 Driving tips/Loading your vehicle Vehicle capacity weight CAUTION WARNING . Do not carry spray cans, contain- . When you carry something inside ers with flammable or corrosive the vehicle, secure it whenever liquids or any other dangerous you can to prevent it from being items inside the vehicle.
Page 470: Gvwr And Gawr (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating And Gross Axle Weight Rating)
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.
Page 471: Roof Molding And Crossbar (If Equipped)
8-15 Driving tips/Loading your vehicle Roof molding and crossbar loading may cause damage to the vehicle and create a safety the vehicle. (if equipped) hazard. . For cargo carrying purposes, the Cargo can be carried after securing the roof rails must be used together roof crossbar kit to the roof moldings and with the roof rack and any appro- installing the appropriate carrying attach-...
Page 472: Trailer Hitch (Dealer Option)
8-16 Driving tips/Trailer hitch (dealer option) Trailer hitch (dealer option) Installing carrying attachments on Removal and installation of the the crossbars crossbars When installing any carrying attachment WARNING such as a bike carrier, ski carrier, kayak carrier, cargo basket, etc. on the cross- .
Page 473: Connecting A Trailer
Ball mount Hitch pin be installed after you remove the Safety pin trailer hitch. Consult a SUBARU Hitch receiver tube dealer for purchase of a standard bumper beam if you do not have 1. Insert the ball mount into the hitch...
Page 474: If Not Towing A Trailer
8-18 Driving tips/Trailer hitch (dealer option) receiver tube. maximum gross weight. The chains 9. Confirm proper function of the hitch should cross under the trailer tongue to electrical wire harness by individually 2. Insert the hitch pin into the hole prevent the tongue from dropping onto the activating the brake, stop and turn signal located on the hitch receiver tube so that...
Page 475: Trailer Towing
(en- tion of your vehicle. Seek the advice of gine, transmission, differential, wheel your SUBARU dealer to assist you in bearings, etc.) for the first 1,000 miles purchasing a hitch and other necessary (1,600 km) of driving.
Page 476 8-20 Driving tips/Trailer towing Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) and Gross Axle Weight (GAW) and Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) (GVWR) Certification label GVWR is shown on the certification label located on the driver s door of your Gross Axle Weight Gross Vehicle Weight vehicle.
Page 477 8-21 Driving tips/Trailer towing Tongue load Jack Front Tongue load Bathroom scale The tongue load can be adjusted by Ensure that the trailer tongue load is from The tongue load can be weighed with a proper distribution of the load in the trailer. 8 to 11 percent of the total trailer weight bathroom scale as shown in the illustration Never load the trailer with more weight in...
Page 478: Trailer Hitches
Federal, state/province and/ steer, spin out and/or jackknifing. wheels or tires. or other applicable regulations. Your SUBARU s brake system is not designed Do not use a trailer hitch other than a Trailer hitches to be tapped into the trailer s hydraulic genuine SUBARU trailer hitch.
Page 479: Trailer Towing Tips
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.
Page 480 8-24 Driving tips/Trailer towing properly. handling of your vehicle and trailer, caus- always employ extra caution ing sway. Crosswinds can be due to when towing a trailer. You should all cargo in the trailer is secured weather conditions or the passing of large also keep the following tips in safety in position.
Page 481 Engine overheating 9-12 while the vehicle is in motion, stop towing the trailer and have repairs performed Coolant temperature low indicator immediately by your nearest SUBARU light/Coolant temperature high warn- dealer. ing light 3-15 AT OIL TEMP warning light (CVT...
Page 483 In case of emergency If you park your vehicle in case of an Towing ..............9-13 emergency ............Towing and tie-down hooks........ 9-13 Temporary spare tire........... Using a flat-bed truck......... 9-15 Towing with all wheels on the ground....9-16 Maintenance tools ..........Access key if access key does not Screwdriver and wheel nut wrench ......
Page 484: Temporary Spare Tire
(TPMS) is un- able to monitor all four road The hazard warning flasher can be acti- wheels. Contact your SUBARU vated regardless of the ignition switch dealer as soon as possible for position.
Page 485: Maintenance Tools
In case of emergency/Maintenance tools . Do not drive over obstacles. This tire Maintenance tools CAUTION has a smaller diameter, so road clearance is reduced. Never use any temporary spare tire Your vehicle is equipped with the following other than the original. Using other maintenance tools.
Page 486: Screwdriver And Wheel Nut Wrench
In case of emergency/Maintenance tools Screwdriver and wheel nut wrench Wheel nut wrench Screwdriver Jack Screwdriver Towing hook (eye bolt) Wheel nut wrench The screwdriver, wheel nut wrench, etc. NOTE are stored in your vehicle. . For how to use the jack, refer to The tools can also be stored in the tool Flat tires 9-5.
Page 487: Flat Tires
In case of emergency/Flat tires . Always turn off the engine before 5. Take out the jack, jack handle and Flat tires wheel nut wrench. raising the flat tire off the ground using the jack. Never swing or The tools and the spare tire are stored If you have a flat tire while driving, never push the vehicle supported with under the floor of the cargo area.
Page 488 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. Notch Valve hole Jack-up points 10.
Page 489 In case of emergency/Flat tires torque checked at the nearest automotive WARNING service facility. Do not use oil or grease on the wheel studs or nuts when the spare tire is installed. This could cause the nuts to become loose and lead to an accident.
Page 490: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) (U.s.-Spec. Models)
In case of emergency/Flat tires Tire pressure monitoring vides the driver with a warning message by sending a signal from a sensor that is system (TPMS) (U.S.-spec. installed in each wheel when a tire models) pressure is severely low relative to the selected TPMS mode.
Page 491: Jump Starting
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 for tire and sensor replacement and/ If battery fluid is accidentally or system resetting.
Page 492: How To Jump Start
9-10 In case of emergency/Jump starting How to jump start eye protectors, and remove metal objects such as rings, bands or 1. Make sure the booster battery is 12 other metal jewelry. volts and the negative terminal is . Be sure the jumper cables and grounded.
Page 493 9-11 In case of emergency/Jump starting (1) Connect one jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal on the discharged battery. (2) Connect the other end of the jumper cable to the positive (+) term- inal of the booster battery. (3) Connect one end of the other cable to the negative (−) terminal of the booster battery.
Page 494: Engine Overheating
Engine coolant 11-14. away from the vehicle until it cools down. . Contact an authorized SUBARU deal- 5. If there is no coolant in the reserve tank, add coolant to the reserve tank. Then remove the radiator cap and fill the If no steam is coming from radiator with coolant.
Page 495: Towing
Never tow AWD models (both CVT If towing is necessary, it is best done by and MT models) with the front your SUBARU dealer or a commercial wheels raised off the ground while towing service. Observe the following the rear wheels are on the ground, procedures for safety.
Page 496 9-14 In case of emergency/Towing the vehicle and stow it in the tool bucket. threaded hole for attaching the towing hook. Fit the towing hook cover on the bumper. WARNING . Do not use the towing hook except when towing your vehicle. .
Page 497: Using A Flat-Bed Truck
9-15 In case of emergency/Towing After towing, remove the towing hook from Rear tie-down holes: the plugs. After using the rear tie-down the vehicle and stow it in the tool bucket. holes, return the plugs to their original places. Fit the towing hook cover on the bumper. WARNING WARNING Use the rear tie-down holes only for...
Page 498: Towing With All Wheels On The Ground
9-16 In case of emergency/Towing . Remember that the brake booster Towing with all wheels on the 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.
Page 499: Locking And Unlocking
9-17 In case of emergency/Access key if access key does not operate properly Locking and unlocking Switching power Access key if access key does not operate properly 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Shift the select lever into the P position.
Page 500: Starting Engine
5. After the push-button ignition switch If the power does not switch even turns to the ACC or ON position, while though the above procedure was fol- depressing the brake pedal, press the lowed precisely, contact your SUBARU push-button ignition switch. dealer. Starting engine NOTE If the engine does not start even 1.
Page 501: Power Rear Gate - If Power Rear Gate Does Not Operate Properly
If the rear gate does not open properly and close automatically after carrying out this operation, we recommend that you When the power rear gate is have the vehicle checked at a SUBARU deactivated dealer. NOTE When the rear gate is closed .
Page 502: When The Rear Gate Cannot Be Unlocked
Rear gate if the checked at a SUBARU dealer. rear gate cannot be opened 9-18. 2. Press and hold either of the power rear If the rear gate cannot be closed due to a gate buttons.
Page 503: If Your Vehicle Is Involved In An Accident
Immediately contact the nearest automotive service facil- ity. We recommend that you consult your SUBARU dealer. Your vehicle has a fuel pump shut off system. To minimize the risk of fire due to fuel leakage when the engine stalls or an airbag inflates upon collision, the system stops supplying fuel to the engine.
Page 505 Appearance care Exterior care ............10-2 Cleaning the interior.......... 10-5 Washing............. 10-2 Seat fabric ............10-5 Waxing and polishing ......... 10-3 Leather seat materials........10-5 Cleaning aluminum wheels ......... 10-3 Synthetic leather upholstery....... 10-5 Corrosion protection.......... 10-4 Climate control panel, audio panel, instrument panel, console panel, and switches ....
Page 506: Exterior Care
10-2 Appearance care/Exterior care Exterior care to dry there. Rinse the vehicle thoroughly tangled around it, damaging the with plenty of lukewarm water. Wipe the wiper arm and other compo- remaining water off with a chamois or soft Washing nents. Ask the automatic car- cloth.
Page 507: Waxing And Polishing
. Clean the vehicle (including the alumi- Always wash and dry the vehicle before SUBARU dealer or an auto paint specia- num wheels) with water as soon as waxing and polishing.
Page 508: Corrosion Protection
Contact your SUBARU dealer to perform this kind 3. Dampness in certain parts of the...
Page 509: Cleaning The Interior
If thoroughly. If the fabric is still dirty, wipe on leather or synthetic interior ma- your SUBARU is to be parked for a long using a solution of mild soap and luke- terials. Doing so could damage the time in bright sunlight, it is recommended warm water then dry thoroughly.
Page 510: Monitor (If Equipped)
10-6 Appearance care/Cleaning the interior Monitor (if equipped) CAUTION To clean the audio/navigation/multi func- . Do not use organic solvents such tion display monitor, wipe it with a silicone as paint thinners or fuel, or cloth or with a soft cloth. If the monitor is strong cleaning agents that con- extremely dirty, clean it with a soft cloth tain those solvents.
Page 511 Maintenance and service Maintenance schedule ........11-3 Front differential gear oil (CVT models) and rear differential gear oil........ 11-19 Maintenance precautions........11-3 Recommended grade and viscosity ....11-19 Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment............ 11-4 Brake fluid............11-19 When checking or servicing in the engine Checking the fluid level........
Page 512 Maintenance and service Tire replacement ..........11-30 Replacing bulbs ..........11-40 Wheel replacement........... 11-31 Headlights (models with HID headlights)... 11-40 Aluminum wheels..........11-31 Headlights (models without HID headlights)..11-40 Windshield washer fluid ........11-32 Front turn signal light, front side marker light and parking light ...........
Page 513: Maintenance Schedule
Warranty and Main- done by an authorized SUBARU dealer. . Never get under the vehicle sup- tenance Booklet . If you perform maintenance and service ported only by a jack.
Page 514: Before Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment
This may cause a fire. NOTE . Always remove the key from the SUBARU does not endorse the use of ignition switch. When the ignition non-SUBARU approved flushing sys- switch is in the position,...
Page 515: When Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment While The Engine Is Running
11-5 Maintenance and service/Maintenance tips When checking or servicing 3. Remove the entire clip by pulling it up. Maintenance tips in the engine compartment Type B clips while the engine is running Some clips and fender linings must be removed before replacing the air cleaner WARNING elements or specific bulbs.
Page 516 11-6 Maintenance and service/Maintenance tips Reinstalling clips Type C clips Type C clips Insert the clip without the center portion Type A clips 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.
Page 517: Engine Hood
11-7 Maintenance and service/Engine hood Engine hood WARNING Always check that the hood is To open the hood: properly locked before you start 1. If the wiper blades are lifted off the driving. If it is not, it might fly open windshield, return them to their original while the vehicle is moving and position.
Page 518: Engine Compartment Overview
11-8 Maintenance and service/Engine compartment overview Brake fluid reservoir/Clutch fluid reservoir Engine compartment overview (MT) (page 11-19) Fuse box (page 11-38) Non-turbo models Battery (page 11-37) Windshield washer tank (page 11-32) Engine oil filler cap (page 11-10) Engine coolant reservoir (page 11-14) Radiator cap (page 11-14) Engine oil filter (page 11-11) Engine oil level gauge (page 11-10)
Page 519: Turbo Models
11-9 Maintenance and service/Engine compartment overview Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-19) Turbo models Fuse box (page 11-38) Battery (page 11-37) Windshield washer tank (page 11-32) Engine oil filler cap (page 11-10) Engine coolant reservoir (page 11-14) Radiator cap (page 11-14) Engine oil filter (page 11-11) Engine oil level gauge (page 11-10) 10) Air cleaner case (page 11-15)
Page 520: Engine Oil
1 liter every 2,000 kilometers, Engine oil consumption and left, then pull it out. Otherwise, contact your SUBARU dealer who may you may be injured by accidentally Some engine oil will be consumed while perform a test under controlled conditions.
Page 521: Changing The Oil And Oil Filter
11-11 Maintenance and service/Engine oil . Use only engine oil with the Changing the oil and oil filter recommended grade and vis- cosity. CAUTION . Be careful not to spill engine oil If you change your own oil, be sure when adding it.
Page 522 11-12 Maintenance and service/Engine oil CAUTION . Never over tighten the oil filter because that can result in an oil leak. . Thoroughly wipe off any engine oil that has spilled over the exhaust pipe and/or under-cover. If spilled oil is not promptly wiped up, the oil could cause a fire.
Page 523: Recommended Grade And Viscosity
, u s e o n l y SUBARU Super Coolant. If the SUBARU Super Coolant is diluted with another brand or CONTINUED...
Page 524: Cooling Fan, Hose And Connections
11-38 and Fuses and circuits 12-12. If the fuse is not blown, have the cooling system checked by your SUBARU dealer. If frequent addition of coolant is neces- sary, there may be a leak in the engine cooling system. It is recommended that...
Page 525: Air Cleaner Element
It may be difficult to change the coolant. When replacing the air cleaner ele- Have the coolant changed by your ment, use a genuine SUBARU air SUBARU dealer if necessary. cleaner element. If it is not used, there is the possibility of causing a The coolant should be changed according negative effect to the engine.
Page 526: Replacing The Air Cleaner Element
Warranty and Maintenance Booklet . Un- der extremely dusty conditions, replace it more frequently. It is recommended that you always use genuine SUBARU parts. Non-turbo models 2. Open the air cleaner case (rear). 5. To install the air cleaner case (rear),...
Page 527: Spark Plugs
It may be difficult to replace the spark install a new air cleaner element. plugs. It is recommended that you have the spark plugs replaced by your SUBARU dealer. The spark plugs should be replaced according to the maintenance schedule in the Warranty and Maintenance Book- let .
Page 528: Drive Belts
Maintenance Booklet . Consult your Consult your SUBARU dealer for details. in the Warranty and Maintenance Book- SUBARU dealer for replacement. let . Consult your SUBARU dealer for Recommended grade and If the drive belt is loose, cracked or worn, details.
Page 529: Front Differential Gear Oil (Cvt Models) And Rear Differential Gear Oil
Warranty and Maintenance Booklet . ately flush them thoroughly with Consult your SUBARU dealer for details. clean water. For safety, when performing this work, wearing Recommended grade and eye protection is advisable.
Page 530: Recommended Brake Fluid
. 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 MAX level line the tank.
Page 531: Recommended Clutch Fluid
Lightly pull the brake pedal up with one finger to check the free play with a force of less than 2 lbf (10 N, 1 kgf). If the free play is not within proper specification, contact your SUBARU deal- CONTINUED...
Page 532: Checking The Brake Pedal Reserve Distance
If the free play is not within proper When the measurement is smaller than specification, contact your SUBARU deal- the specification, or when the pedal does not operate smoothly, contact with your SUBARU dealer.
Page 533: Hill Start Assist System
33.7 lbf [150 N, you apply the brake pedal, have the brake 15.3 kgf]). pads serviced by your SUBARU dealer as 3. Drive the vehicle for approximately soon as possible. 220 yards (200 meters) in this condition.
Page 534: Parking Brake Stroke
SUBARU dealer. If you drive your vehicle on snow-covered or icy roads, we strongly recommend the use of winter (snow) tires.
Page 535: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) (If Equipped)
In this event, snow-covered and icy roads. However side temperatures when the temperature go to a SUBARU dealer to have the winter tires do not perform as well as in the garage is 608F (15.68C). system inspected as soon as possible.
Page 536: Tire Inspection
Contact your park the vehicle. does not illuminate briefly after the SUBARU dealer as soon as possible . If you feel unusual vibration while ignition switch is turned ON or the for tire and sensor replacement and/...
Page 537 11-27 Maintenance and service/Tires and wheels NOTE . Correct tire pressure (tread worn . The air pressure in a tire increases evenly) by approximately 4.3 psi (30 kPa, 0.3 kgf/cm ) when the tire becomes warm. . The tires are considered cold when the vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours or has been driven less than one mile (1.6 km).
Page 538: Wheel Balance
SUBARU dealer. vehicle damage. Also have them adjusted after tire repairs and after tire rotation. If the tire placard shows tire pressures for...
Page 539: Wear Indicators
11-29 Maintenance and service/Tires and wheels NOTE Tire rotation direction mark WARNING The suspension system is designed to hold each wheel at a certain alignment When a tire s tread wear indicator (relative to the other wheels and to the becomes visible, the tire is worn road) for optimum straight-line stability beyond the acceptable limit and...
Page 540: Tire Rotation
After driving approximately 600 miles (1,000 km), check the wheel nuts again For safe vehicle operation, SUBARU Vehicles equipped with 4 non-unidirec- and retighten any nut that has become recommends replacing all four tires at tional tires loose.
Page 541: Wheel Replacement
. When wheel nuts, balance weights, or Clearance between the body accident. and tires the center cap is replaced, be sure to replace them with genuine SUBARU parts It also may be dangerous and NOTE designed for aluminum wheels. lead to loss of vehicle control, When any of the wheels are removed and it can lead to an accident.
Page 542: Windshield Washer Fluid
In areas where water freezes in winter, temperature, it may freeze and block the use an anti-freeze type windshield washer nozzles. fluid. SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid contains 58.5% methyl alcohol and 41.5% When there is only a small amount of surfactant, by volume. Its freezing tem-...
Page 543: Replacement Of Wiper Blades
11-33 Maintenance and service/Replacement of wiper blades Replacement of wiper blades carefully return the wiper arms CAUTION on the windshield by hand. You . Adjust the washer fluid concen- should not return the wiper arms Grease, wax, insects, or other material on to the windshield only by the tration appropriately for the out- the windshield or the wiper blade results in...
Page 544: Windshield Wiper Blade Assembly
11-34 Maintenance and service/Replacement of wiper blades Windshield wiper blade as- Windshield wiper blade rub- sembly 1. Raise the wiper arm off the windshield. Metal spines 2. If the new blade rubber is not provided Support with two metal spines, remove the metal spines from the old blade rubber and Open the cover 1.
Page 545 11-35 Maintenance and service/Replacement of wiper blades 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. 3. Pull the wiper blade assembly toward you to remove it from the wiper arm.
Page 546: Rear Window Wiper Blade Rubber
11-36 Maintenance and service/Replacement of wiper blades Rear window wiper blade 2. Pull the blade rubber assembly out of the plastic support. rubber 4. Align the claws of the plastic support with the grooves in the blade rubber Metal spines assembly, then slide the blade rubber 1.
Page 547: Battery
11-37 Maintenance and service/Battery 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 WARNING positive battery terminal and any- 5.
Page 548: Fuses
11-38 Maintenance and service/Fuses Fuses CAUTION Never replace a fuse with one hav- ing a higher rating or with material other than a fuse because serious damage or a fire could result. The fuses are designed to melt during an overload to prevent damage to the wiring harness and electrical equipment.
Page 549: Installation Of Accessories
6. If the same fuse blows again, this corresponding fuse. If a fuse has blown, indicates that its system has a problem. replace it. Contact your SUBARU dealer for repairs. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK / OFF position and turn off all electrical accessories.
Page 550: Replacing Bulbs
. If headlight aiming is required, con- result in serious injury, observe the sult your SUBARU dealer for proper following precautions. CAUTION adjustment of the headlight aim.
Page 551 NOTE It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. High beam headlight High beam headlight 1. Disconnect the electrical connector 2. Remove the bulb from the headlight from the bulb.
Page 552: Front Turn Signal Light Front Side Marker Light
Parking light It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. Front fog light (if equipped) It may be difficult to replace the bulbs.
Page 553: License Plate Light
11-43 Maintenance and service/Replacing bulbs sembly rearward and remove it from the 7. Tighten the upper and lower screws. vehicle. License plate light Guide pins Clip Stop/tail light (This light is also used as 6. Put the rear combination light assem- the rear side marker light.) bly into place while aligning the 2 guide 1.
Page 554: Other Bulbs
. It is recommended that the battery . Do not let dust, oil or water get on 5. Reinstall the bulb socket and the or in the access key/transmitter should be replaced by a SUBARU license plate light cover. dealer. when replacing battery.
Page 555: Replacing Battery Of Access Key
11-45 Maintenance and service/Battery replacement Replacing battery of access CAUTION When removing or reinstalling the access key cover, make sure that the plastic part does not come off or become misaligned. Battery: Button battery CR2032 2. Wrap a flat-head screwdriver with vinyl 4.
Page 556: Replacing Transmitter Battery
11-46 Maintenance and service/Battery replacement Replacing transmitter battery negative (−) side facing up. 5. Put together the transmitter case by fitting the hooks on the case. 6. Reinstall the transmitter case in the key head. 7. Refit the removed half of the key head. After the battery is replaced, the trans- mitter must be synchronized with the remote keyless entry system s control...
Page 557 Specifications Specifications ............. 12-2 Temporary spare tires ........12-10 Brake disc ............12-11 Dimensions............12-2 Fuses and circuits ........... 12-12 Engine ............... 12-3 Fuse panel located in the passenger Fuel ..............12-3 compartment ..........12-12 Engine oil ............12-4 Fuse panel located in the engine Manual transmission, front differential and rear compartment ..........
Page 558: Specifications
12-2 Specifications/Specifications Specifications These specifications are subject to change without notice. Dimensions in (mm) Item Non-turbo models Turbo models Overall length 180.9 (4,595) Overall width 70.7 (1,795) Overall height 68.3 (1,735)* 67.7 (1,720)* Wheel base 103.9 (2,640) Tread Front 60.8 (1,545) Rear 61.0 (1,550) Ground clearance*...
Page 559: Engine
12-3 Specifications/Specifications 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 10.0 : 1...
Page 560: Engine Oil
SUBARU dealer. Approved engine oil We recommend that you always use the SUBARU approved engine oil. For further details, please contact your SUBARU dealer. If the approved engine oil is unavailable, use the alternative engine oil described on the next page.
Page 561 12-5 Specifications/Specifications Alternative engine oil If the SUBARU approved oil is unavailable, the following alternative oil can be used. NOTE Each quantity indicated here is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other factors.
Page 562 12-6 Specifications/Specifications Turbo models SAE viscosity No. and Oil grade Oil capacity applicable temperature Adding the oil from L to F level: 5W-30 synthetic oil is required for 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter, 0.9 Imp qt) optimum engine performance and pro- Changing the oil and oil filter: tection.
Page 563: Manual Transmission, Front Differential And Rear Differential Gear Oil
12-7 Specifications/Specifications Manual transmission, front differential and rear differential gear oil Manual transmission oil Front differential gear oil (CVT models) SUBARU Extra MT* SUBARU Extra MT* Oil grade API classification GL-5 (75W-90)* API classification GL-5 (75W-90) Non-turbo models 1.43 US qt (1.35 liters, 1.19 Imp qt) Oil capacity* 3.5 US qt (3.3 liters, 2.9 Imp qt)
Page 564 12-8 Specifications/Specifications Rear differential gear oil Oil grade API classification GL-5 75W-90* SAE viscosity No. and applicable temperature *: Recommended Oil capacity* 0.8 US qt (0.8 liters, 0.7 Imp qt) Remarks* Front differential gear oil (CVT models) and rear differential gear oil 11-19 *1: The indicated oil quantity is only a guideline.
Page 565: Fluids
Fluid capacity* Remarks* Non-turbo models: 12.9 US qt (12.2 liters, 10.7 Imp qt) Continuously variable transmission Continuously variable trans- Consult your SUBARU dealer. fluid (CVT models) mission fluid 11-18 Turbo models: 13.1 US qt (12.4 liters, 10.9 Imp qt) FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or DOT 4...
Page 566: Electrical System
12-10 Specifications/Specifications Electrical system Battery type and capacity (5HR) 55D23L Alternator 12V-130A Non-turbo models SILZKAR7B11 (NGK) Spark plugs Turbo models ILKAR8H6 (NGK) Tires Vehicle model Non-turbo models Turbo models Tire size P225/60R17 98H P225/55R18 97H P225/55R18 97H 17 6 7J 18 6 7J 18 6 7J Wheel size...
Page 567: Brake Disc
12-11 Specifications/Specifications Brake disc If you need information on the usage limit value of brake discs and the method for measuring them, we recommend that you consult your SUBARU dealer.
Page 568: Fuses And Circuits
12-12 Specifications/Fuses and circuits Fuses and circuits Fuse Fuse Circuit panel rating Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment Trailer hitch connector Empty Door locking Front wiper deicer relay Combination meter 7.5A Remote control rear view mirrors Seat heater relay Combination meter Integrated unit Stop light...
Page 569 12-13 Specifications/Fuses and circuits Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse Circuit Circuit panel rating panel rating Luggage light 7.5A Auto air conditioner unit Keyless unit Integrated unit 7.5A 7.5A Illumination Clutch switch Steering lock control Seat heaters unit Backup light 7.5A Vehicle Dynamics Con- trol unit 7.5A Daytime running lights...
Page 570: Fuse Panel Located In The Engine Compartment
12-14 Specifications/Fuses and circuits Fuse panel located in the engine compartment Fuse Fuse Circuit panel rating ABS unit Vehicle Dynamics Con- trol unit Main fan (cooling fan) Sub fan (cooling fan) Empty Audio Headlight (low beam) Headlight (high beam) Back-up Horn Rear window defogger Mirror heater...
Page 571 12-15 Specifications/Fuses and circuits Fuse Fuse Circuit panel rating Empty Empty Headlight (low beam right hand) Headlight (low beam left hand)
Page 572: Bulb Chart
12-16 Specifications/Bulb chart Bulb chart NOTE Lights A, B and C are the LED (Light Emitting Diode) type. Consult your SUBARU dealer for replacement.
Page 573 12-17 Specifications/Bulb chart Wattage Bulb No. High beam headlight 12V-60W Parking light (models with halogen light) 12V-5W Low beam headlight Models with HID light 12V-35W Models with halogen light 12V-55W Front turn signal light 12V-21W WY21W Map light 12V-8W Dome light 12V-8W Front fog light Models without steering responsive fog lights system...
Page 574 Do not replace any headlight bulbs (both low beam and high beam) by yourself. Do not remove/restore the headlight assemblies by your- self. Do not remove any headlight- assembly components by yourself. For replacement, contact your SUBARU dealer.
Page 575 12-19 Specifications/Bulb chart CAUTION Replace any bulb only with a new bulb of the specified wattage. Using a bulb of different wattage could result in a fire.
Page 576: Vehicle Identification
12-20 Specifications/Vehicle identification Vehicle identification Vehicle identification number (under the floor carpet of the right-hand front seat) Emission control label Tire inflation pressure label Certification label Vehicle identification number plate Model number label Fuel label Air conditioner label...
Page 577: Consumer Information And Reporting Safety Defects
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects For U.S.A............13-2 Determining compatibility of tire and vehicle load capacities ..........13-13 Tire information ..........13-2 Adverse safety consequences of overloading Tire labeling ............13-2 on handling and stopping and on tires ... 13-14 Recommended tire inflation pressure....
Page 578: For U.s.a
13-2 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/For U.S.A. For U.S.A. Tire information Example: Tire labeling The following information has been Many markings (e.g. Tire size, Tire compiled according to Code of (1) P = Certain tire type used on Identification Number or TIN) are Federal Regulations Title 49, Part light duty vehicles such as passen- placed on the sidewall of a tire by...
Page 579 13-3 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Example: WARNING Speed ratings apply only to the tire, not to the vehicle. (1) Manufacturer s Identification Putting a speed rated tire on (6) Load Index: A numerical code Mark any vehicle does not mean which specifies the maximum load (2) Tire Size the vehicle can be operated...
Page 580: Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure
13-4 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information STEEL + 2 POLYESTER SIDE- The vehicle placard is affixed to the Maximum load rating WALL 2 POLYESTER driver s side B-pillar. The load rating at the maximum permissible weight load for this tire. Uniform Tire Quality Grading Example: For example, MAX.
Page 581: Glossary Of Tire Terminology
13-5 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information crease in temperature could cause sidewall rubber which, when in- Glossary of tire terminology tread separation, and failure of the flated, bears the load. Accessory weight tire(s). Possible resulting loss of Chunking The combined weight (in excess of vehicle control could lead to an The breaking away of pieces of the...
Page 582 13-6 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Extra load tire Measuring rim ing on a vehicle. A tire designed to operate at higher The rim on which a tire is fitted for Light truck (LT) tire loads and higher inflation pressure physical dimension requirements.
Page 583 13-7 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Passenger car tire Rim type designation sory weight, including heavy duty A tire intended for use on passen- The industry of manufacturer s des- brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, ger cars, multipurpose passenger ignation for a rim by style or code.
Page 584 13-8 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Tread rib accessory weight, and normal oc- A tread section running circumfer- cupant weight (distributed in accor- entially around a tire. dance with Table 1 that is ap- Tread separation pended to the end of this section) Pulling away of the tread from the and dividing by 2.
Page 585 13-9 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 in front.
Page 586: Tire Care Maintenance And Safety Practices
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 can be calculated by the following the wheel nuts are correctly tigh- tires are free from serious damage,...
Page 587 13-11 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information occupant weighing 154 lbs (70 kg) Example 1B Calculating total and load ca- pacities varying seating con- plus cargo weighing 662 lbs (300 figurations kg). Calculate the total weight. Calculate the available load capa- city as shown in the following examples: Example 1A...
Page 588 13-12 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Calculate the available load ca- Calculate the available load ca- with the statement The combined pacity. pacity. weight of occupants and cargo 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).
Page 589: Determining Compatibility Of Tire And Vehicle Load Capacities
13-13 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Determining compatibility of Example 2B tire and vehicle load capaci- ties The sum of four tires maximum load ratings must exceed the max- imum loaded vehicle weight ( GVWR ). In addition, sum of the maximum load ratings of two front tires and of two rear tires must exceed each axle s maximum...
Page 590: Adverse Safety Consequences Of Overloading On Handling And Stopping And On Tires
13-14 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Tire could separate from its rim. parts of the body. safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calcu- Therefore, this means that the Steps for Determining Cor- lated in Step 4. vehicle cannot necessarily be rect Load Limit If your vehicle will be towing a...
Page 591: Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards
13-15 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Uniform tire quality grading standards 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- Treadwear mance.
Page 592: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s.a.)
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;...
Page 593 Index...
Page 594 14-2 Index Automatic headlight beam leveler ......... 3-89 Abbreviation ..............2 Warning light............3-30 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ........7-35 Automatic Locking Retractor/Emergency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR) ..........1-14 Warning light ............3-19 Access key ..............2-9 Warning light ............3-23 Accessories............
Page 595 14-3 Index Fluid............11-19, 12-9 CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator light ............... 3-14 Pad and lining ............11-23 Checking Parking ............7-45, 11-24 Brake pedal free play ..........11-21 Pedal ..............11-21 Brake pedal reserve distance ......... 11-22 System ..............7-34 Clutch function .............
Page 596 14-4 Index Clock............3-35, 3-50, 3-64 Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ......7-34 Clutch Dome light ..............6-2 Fluid............11-20, 12-9 Door Pedal ..............11-22 Locks..............2-5 Command list ............5-109 Open warning light..........3-21 Compass ............3-95, 3-97 Double trip meter............
Page 597 14-5 Index Low oil level warning light ........3-16 Power seat ............. 1-5 Oil............... 11-10, 12-4 Reclining ..............1-4 Overheating ............9-12 Seat height adjustment (driver s seat) ......1-4 Starting & stopping........... 7-9, 7-12 Front side marker ............. 11-41 Event data recorder............
Page 598 14-6 Index OFF delay function..........3-85 Front fog light............3-30 OFF delay setting ..........3-85 Headlight............... 3-30 Welcome lighting function ........3-85 High beam............. 3-30 HID headlights............11-40 Hill descent control ..........3-30 High beam indicator light ..........3-30 Hill start assist OFF ..........3-21 High/low beam change (dimmer)........
Page 599 14-7 Index Locking and unlocking doors ........2-12 Opening rear gate ..........2-14 Maintenance Warning chimes and warning light ......3-23 Precautions ............11-3 When access key does not operate properly ..... 9-17 Schedule ............... 11-3 Keyless entry system ..........2-21 Seatbelt..............
Page 600 14-8 Index Receiving on the Bluetooth phone ......5-97 Odometer..............3-8 Some basics............5-87 Oil filter..............11-11 Talking on the Bluetooth phone ........ 5-98 Oil level PIN Code Access ............2-19 Engine..............11-10 Power Front differential gear ..........11-19 Door locking switch..........2-8 Manual transmission..........
Page 601 14-9 Index Rear window Rear turn signal light..........11-42 Defogger............. 3-104 Stop light............. 11-42 Wiper and washer switch ........3-94 Tail light............... 11-42 Wiper blades ............11-35 Rocking the vehicle ............ 8-12 Recommended Roof molding and crossbar .......... 8-15 Brake fluid............. 12-9 Roof rails..............
Page 602 14-10 Index Select lever Steering wheel Position indicator ........... 3-29 Power ..............7-32 Shift lock function........... 7-29 Tilt/telescopic ............3-106 Setup (phone settings)..........5-100 Stop light..............11-42 Phone settings............. 5-100 Storage compartment........... 6-5 Shock sensors............2-30 Sun shade..............2-44 Shopping bag hook ............ 6-12 Sun visors ..............
Page 603 14-11 Index Tools ................9-3 OFF switch ............7-39 Top tether anchorages ........1-33, 1-37 Operation indicator light........... 3-23 Towing..............9-13 System..............7-37 All wheels on the ground ........9-16 Warning light............3-22 Flat-bed truck ............9-15 Ventilator ..............4-2 Hooks..............
Page 604 14-12 Index Seatbelt ..............3-12 SRS airbag system ..........3-13 X-mode ..............7-40 Steering responsive fog lights system ....... 3-31 Indicator light ............3-30 Vehicle Dynamics Control ........3-22 Windshield washer fluid .......... 3-17 Warranties ..............1 Warranties and maintenance ........8-19 Washing ..............
Page 610 GAS STATION REFERENCE Fuel: Engine oil: Use only the following oils. Non-turbo models . 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)
Page 612 Please see Subaru of America, Inc., Subaru Plaza, FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD. your Subaru dealer for a Product Brochure P.O. Box 6000, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034-6000 TOKYO, JAPAN detailing all currently available models.

Subaru Forester 2016 Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Seat, Seatbelt and Srs Airbags

Front Seats

Seat Heater (if Equipped)

Rear Seats

Seatbelts

Front Seatbelt Pretensioners

Child Restraint Systems

SRS Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)

Keys and Doors

Keys

Immobilizer

Door Locks

Power Door Locking Switches

Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System (if Equipped)

PIN Code Access (Models with Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System )

Remote Keyless Entry System

Alarm System

Windows

Child Safety Locks

Rear Gate

Keys and Doors

Moonroof (if Equipped)

Anti-Entrapment Function

Sun Shade

Instruments and Controls

Climate Control

Ventilator Control

Climate Control Panel

Automatic Climate Control Operation (Type B, C and D)

Manual Clim Ate Control Operation

Defrosting

Operating Tips for Heater and Air Conditioner

Air Filtration System

Audio

Installation of Accessories

Audio Set

Antenna System

Basic Information before Use

Other Settings

Basic Operation

Audio/Visual Remote Controls

Tips for Operating the Audio/Visual System

Useful Information

Radio Operation

Media Operation

Bluetooth ® Settings

Phone Operation (Hands-Free System for Cellular Phones)

Setup

What to Do if

Voice Command System Operation

Command List

Appendix

Interior Equipment

Quick Links

Chapters

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