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WRX STI
2016

Quick Reference Guide

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  • Page 1: Quick Reference Guide

    WRX STI 2016 Quick Reference Guide Love. It’s what makes a Subaru, a Subaru.
  • Page 2 Subaru of America, Inc. of publication. © 2015 Subaru of America, Inc. This Quick Reference Guide applies to all WRX and WRX STI models. Therefore, some explanations may be for equipment not installed on your vehicle.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting Started Instrument Panel Gauges Personalize 10-11 Controls 12-17 18-27 While Operating 28-29 Safety/In Case of Emergency 30-31 Additional Information...

  • Page 4: Remote Keyless Entry

    Remote Keyless Entry 1. Lock/Arm 3. Unlocking the Trunk • Press to lock all doors and trunk. • Press the button to unlock the trunk. • If any of the doors or the trunk are 4. Panic Alarm not fully closed, an electronic chirp •...

  • Page 5: Heated Seats

    Seating Heated Seats Seat Controls (if equipped) 1. Forward/Backward Pull up on the lever below the front The switches are located on the of the driver’s seat to move the seat center console between the driver and passenger seats. Choose low forward or backward.
  • Page 6 Seating Power Driver’s Seat (if equipped) 1. Forward/Backward, Angle and Height Move the switch toward the front or rear to move the seat forward or backward. Pull the switch up or push down on the front of the switch to adjust the angle of the seat cushion.
  • Page 7 Folding the Rear Seats Lower the headrests. Pull up on the release knob on the seat side that you want to fold down. To return the seatback to its original position, raise the seatback until it locks into place, making sure that it is securely locked.

  • Page 8: Instrument Panel

    Instrument Panel PAGE 12 18 NUMBER...
  • Page 9 14-15 Clock Use the multi-function display controls to set the time. Vehicles with a navigation system please refer to the separate “Operating Instructions for Navigation System.”...

  • Page 10: Gauges

    Gauges Tachometer Immediate Attention Caution Informational Temperature gauge Trip meter and odometer Seatbelt warning Brake system Front passenger Hot coolant temperature / seatbelt warning Cold coolant temperature SRS airbag system High beam indicator light AT OIL TEMP Security indicator light (Automatic Transmission) ABS warning Door open...
  • Page 11 Speedometer Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob Fuel gauge Keyless access with Vehicle Dynamics/Traction push-button start system and Stability Control operation (if equipped) Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF Turn signals CHECK ENGINE / Front fog light indicator Malfunction indicator light (if equipped) Headlight indicator light Tire pressure warning light...

  • Page 12: Personalize

    Personalize Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column Push the lever down firmly to adjust the height and lengthwise position of the column; firmly lift the lever back up to lock the column in place. Do not adjust while driving. Power Exterior Mirrors Turn the knob to the “L”...

  • Page 13: Power Moonroof

    Power Moonroof (if equipped) With the moonroof in the fully closed position, press the switch to tilt the rear of the moonroof up. Press and hold the switch to lower the moonroof. Press the switch to fully open the moonroof. Press the switch to close the moonroof.

  • Page 14: Controls

    Controls Light Controls Push forward to change from low Turns on headlights, instrument beam to high beam. Pull the lever panel illumination, parking lights, back to center to return to low beam. tail lights and license plate lights. Push up for right turn signal.

  • Page 15: Windshield Wipers

    INT. HIGH Windshield Wipers To turn on the wipers, press the wiper control lever down one level for intermittent, two levels for low, or three levels for high speed. Return the lever to the “OFF” position to stop the wipers. For a single wipe, move the lever up. To spray washer fluid, pull and hold the lever toward you.

  • Page 16: Control System

    Controls Located in the multi-function display; top Automatic Climate center of dash Control System 1. Automatic On and Off 4. Fan Speed Control Knob This system automatically controls Rotate the fan speed control knob to select outlet air temperature, fan speed, air one of seven different fan speed positions.
  • Page 17 Located in the multi-function display; top Dual Zone Automatic Climate center of dash Control System (if equipped) 4. Fan Speed Control Knob 1. Automatic On and Off This system automatically controls Rotate the fan speed control outlet air temperature, fan speed, knob to select one of seven air flow distribution, air inlet control, different fan speed positions.

  • Page 18: Steering Wheel Audio Controls

    Controls Steering Wheel Audio Controls Press the Push the top (+) of With any of the radio modes the switch to increase button to show selected, push the switch left or or the bottom (–) the list screen. right to skip through your presets. of the switch to In CD mode, push the switch left or decrease volume.

  • Page 19: Cruise Control

    Cruise Control To activate the cruise control, press To resume your the “ ” button. The indicator light speed after canceling, on the instrument panel will turn push the switch to on. To deactivate cruise control, the “RES” side. press the “ ”...

  • Page 20: While Operating

    While Operating Multi-Mode Vehicle Dynamics Control Switch Traction Mode Press the switch to enter traction mode. This mode restricts the functions of the Traction Control System and Vehicle Dynamics Control system and thus delays utilizing their functions as a reaction to vehicle behavior. This mode should be used in driving situations where the vehicle dynamic performance will improve without decreasing engine torque control.
  • Page 21 Automatic Transmission Shift Modes (if equipped) The automatic transmission gives you vehicle control with two different driving modes: Normal Mode and Manual Mode. Normal Mode When the selector lever is in the “D” (Drive) position, the transmission is in Normal shift mode. The shift position indicator on the instrument panel shows “D”, and the transmission automatically shifts into a suitable forward gear.

  • Page 22: Electronic Parking Brake

    While Operating Hill Holder Function Electronic Parking Brake ™ (if equipped) (if equipped) To apply, push the brake pedal and pull To activate, press the Hill Holder switch. up the parking brake switch. The brake To deactivate, press the Hill Holder switch system warning light on the instrument again.

  • Page 23: Speed Manual Transmission

    Fuel Filler Lid Release To open the fuel filler lid, pull the fuel filler lever up and release. REV Alarm System (WRX STI only) The REV alarm system automatically issues a warning using the REV indicator light whenever the tachometer needle enters the red zone.
  • Page 24 While Operating Front Hood and Hood Scoop Due to the lightweight material, a slight vibration is normal at higher speeds and will not affect the durability of the hood. To avoid deforming the front hood when closing, do not press down on the hood with your hands.
  • Page 25 SI-Drive (WRX STI only) Turn the selector toward S for Sport mode or toward S# for Sport Sharp mode. Press down on the selector for Intelligent mode. Driver Control Center Differential (DCCD) (WRX STI only) This system adjusts the torque- the parking brake lever for manual distribution ratio between the front operation.

  • Page 26: Engine Compartment

    Never attempt to remove When necessary, replace this element the radiator cap until the engine has with a genuine Subaru air cleaner. been shut off and has fully cooled down. If steam is coming from the 2. Engine Oil Dipstick...
  • Page 27 8. Battery 5. Engine Oil Filler Cap Change your oil according to When your vehicle does not the maintenance schedule in start due to a battery that has your “Warranty and Maintenance run down, the vehicle may be Booklet.” Your engine oil must be jump-started by connecting your changed more frequently when you battery to another battery with...
  • Page 28 Check your coolant level at each fuel When necessary, replace this element stop. Observe the coolant level on with a genuine Subaru air cleaner. the outside of the reservoir while the engine is cool. If the level is close 3. Radiator Cap to –...
  • Page 29 6. Engine Oil Filler Cap 10. Main Fuse Box Change your oil according to Your WRX STI has two fuse the maintenance schedule in boxes. One is located under the your “Warranty and Maintenance instrument panel, behind the fuse Booklet.” Your engine oil must be box cover on the driver’s seat changed more frequently when you side.

  • Page 30: Safety/In Case Of Emergency

    Safety/In Case of Emergency Child Restraint System For maximum safety, first carefully read the LATCH system instructions from the device manufacturer, as well as the installation instructions in your Owner’s Manual, to properly install the LATCH compatible restraint system. Use the appropriate seatbelts or anchorages provided in your vehicle.

  • Page 31: Location Of Spare Tire And Jack

    AWD Exclusions vehicle. If towing is necessary, it is Specifically excluded from Subaru best done by your Subaru retailer or Roadside Assistance coverage are a commercial towing service. service requests or claims resulting from: accidents, vandalism, acts of...

  • Page 32: Additional Information

    Additional Information Fuel • For WRX, use premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 AKI or higher. If 91 AKI fuel is not readily available, regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher may be temporarily used. However, depending on your driving habits and conditions, you may notice a decrease in engine performance, fuel economy and slight engine vibration or knocking.

  • Page 33: Engine Oil

    Engine Oil Use only the following oils: • 5W 30 synthetic, replacement interval 6,000 miles under normal driving conditions. No requirement at the first 3,000 miles. • ILSAC GF-5, which can be identified with the ILSAC certification mark (Starburst mark). •...
  • Page 34 Notes...
  • Page 35 Manuals & Warranties Review vehicle manuals & maintenance schedule Review warranty information (Basic, Powertrain, Tire, Wear Items & Adjustments) Review Subaru Roadside Assistance 1 (800) 261-2155 Retailer Orientation Parts & Service departments locations & hours Service Advisor introduction and/or business card Service appointment &...
  • Page 36 Parking Brake operation STARLINK Audio System & Bluetooth Bluetooth - Pair owner’s phone(s) & show operation (Download SUBARU STARLINK and MySubaru Apps*) STARLINK Audio* and Navigation* system controls (Sources, Presets, List & Back buttons) Safety, Comfort & Convenience...
  • Page 37 Subaru of America, Inc., Subaru Plaza, P.O. Box 6000, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034-6000 MSA5B1605A Issued November 2015 Printed in USA 11/15...

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