Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL WRX STI 2017 Love. It’s what makes a Subaru, a Subaru.
Page 2 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 4 This manual describes the following vehicle types.
Page 6 Using your Owner s Manual All SUBARU vehicles distributed by of coverage and exclusions, is in the Subaru of America, Inc. and sold at retail Warranty and Maintenance Booklet . Before you operate your vehicle, carefully by an authorized SUBARU dealer in the Read these warranties carefully.
Page 7 Chapter 10: Appearance care fully in order to gain a better understand- This chapter informs you how to keep your ing of how to use your SUBARU vehicle SUBARU looking good. safely. Chapter 11: Maintenance and service...
Page 8 On-board diagnostics All-wheel drive Reverse Automatic Braking Blind Spot Detection/Rear Research octane number BSD/RCTA Cross Traffic Alert SI-DRIVE SUBARU Intelligent Drive Continuously variable trans- Steering responsive fog lights mission system C.DIFF/ Driver s control center differ- Supplemental restraint sys- DCCD...
Page 9: Steering Wheel
. The SRS airbags deploy with Child safety Safety precautions when considerable speed and force. driving Occupants who are out of proper WARNING position when the SRS airbag Seatbelt and SRS airbag . Never hold a child on your lap or deploys could suffer very serious in your arms while the vehicle is injuries.
Page 10 *SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint with considerable speed and adults or animals in the vehicle. System airbag) 1-33. force and can injure or even kill They could accidentally injure children, especially if they are themselves or others through Engine exhaust gas (carbon not restrained or improperly re- inadvertent operation of the ve- strained.
Page 11 Drunken driving is one of the most you have a medical condition that requires ways works properly. frequent causes of accidents. Since alco- you to take drugs, please consult with . If at any time you suspect that hol affects all people differently, you may your doctor.
Page 12 In a collision or sudden stop, Your vehicle should not be modified unrestrained pets or cages can be thrown other than with genuine SUBARU Do not use a car phone/cell phone around inside the vehicle and hurt you or parts and accessories.
Page 13: General Information
SUBARU dealer for . How various systems in your vehicle contain perchlorate material. Special details on the proper location.
Page 14 pedal; and, . How fast the vehicle was traveling. These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash...
Page 16: 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 17 Engine hood (page 11-9) Illustrated index Front wiper (page 3-103) Headlight (page 3-97) Exterior Replacing bulbs (page 11-44) Moonroof (page 2-39) Door locks (page 2-5) Outside mirrors (page 3-113) Tire pressure (page 11-33) Flat tires (page 9-4) 10) Snow tires (page 8-9) 11) Fog light (page 3-101) 12) Tie-down hooks (page 9-12) 13) Towing hook (page 9-12)
Page 18 Rear window defogger (page 3-114) Fuel filler lid and cap (page 7-5) Child safety locks (page 2-32) Tie-down hole (page 9-12) Trunk lid (page 2-37) Towing hook (page 9-12) CONTINUED...
Page 19 (page 1-29) Seatbelt (page 1-11) Passenger compartment area Buttons for SUBARU STARLINK Front seat (page 1-2) Rear seat (page 1-7) NOTE For models with SUBARU STARLINK (U.S.-spec. models only): Refer to the Owner s Manual supplement for SUBARU STARLINK.
Page 20 Center console (page 6-5) (STI) Seat heater (page 1-6) Cup holder (page 6-6) Parking brake lever (page 7-44) Power windows (page 2-32) Door locks (page 2-5) Outside mirror switch (page 3-113) Glove box (page 6-5) Front power supply socket (page 6-8) 10) Shift lever (page 7-17) 11) SI-DRIVE (page 7-29) 12) Driver s Control Center Differential...
Page 21 Center console (page 6-5) (Except STI) (models without the EyeSight system) Seat heater (page 1-6) Cup holder (page 6-6) Parking brake lever (page 7-44) Power windows (page 2-32) Door locks (page 2-5) Outside mirror switch (page 3-113) Glove box (page 6-5) Front power supply socket (page 6-8) 10) Shift lever (MT) (page 7-17)/Select lever (CVT) (page 7-25)
Page 22 Center console (page 6-5) (Except STI) (models with the EyeSight system) Seat heater (page 1-6) Cup holder (page 6-6) Parking brake switch (page 7-44) Power windows (page 2-32) Door locks (page 2-5) Outside mirror switch (page 3-113) Glove box (page 6-5) Front power supply socket (page 6-8) 10) Shift lever (MT) (page 7-17)/Select lever (CVT) (page 7-25)
Page 23 Illumination brightness control Instrument panel (page 3-100) Trunk lid opener switch (page 2-37) Combination meter (page 3-8) Multi function display (page 3-49) Hazard warning flasher switch (page 3-8) Multi function display control switches (page 3-49) Audio (page 5-1) Climate control (page 4-1) Tilt/telescopic steering (page 3-115) 10) Horn (page 3-116) 11) SRS airbag (page 1-33)
Page 24 Audio control buttons (page 5-62) Steering wheel Cruise control (page 7-52) Shift paddle (page 7-26) Hands-free switches (page 5-70)/Voice command system (page 5-80) Multi information display control switches (page 3-38) SRS airbag (page 1-33) Horn (page 3-116) SI-DRIVE switches (except STI) (page 7-29) CONTINUED...
Page 25 Windshield wiper (page 3-103) Light control and wiper control levers/switches Mist (page 3-104) Windshield washer (page 3-105) Wiper intermittent time control switch (page 3-104) Wiper control lever (page 3-104) Light control switch (page 3-96) Fog light switch (page 3-101) Headlight ON/OFF/AUTO (page 3-97) Headlight flasher High/Low beam change (page 3-98) 10) Turn signal lever (page 3-99)
Page 26 Tachometer (page 3-10) Combination meter Multi information display (page 3-38) Select lever/gear position indicator U.S.-spec. models (page 3-34) Speedometer (page 3-9) Trip knob (page 3-9) Fuel gauge (page 3-10) Trip meter and odometer (page 3-9) Temperature gauge (page 3-11) The illustration above is a typical example. For some models, the combination meter may be slightly different than that shown in the illustration.
Page 27 Tachometer (page 3-10) Except U.S.-spec. models Multi information display (page 3-38) Select lever/gear position indicator (page 3-34) Speedometer (page 3-9) Trip knob (page 3-9) Fuel gauge (page 3-10) Trip meter and odometer (page 3-9) Temperature gauge (page 3-11) The illustration above is a typical example. For some models, the combination meter may be slightly different than that shown in the illustration.
Page 28 Warning and indicator lights Mark Name Page Mark Name Page Rear differential oil Vehicle Dynamics Mark Name Page temperature warning 3-18 Control warning light/ light (STI) Vehicle Dynamics 3-26 Control operation indi- Seatbelt warning light 3-14 cator light ABS warning light 3-20 Vehicle Dynamics Front passenger s...
Page 29 Mark Name Page Mark Name Page Cruise control indica- Auto [+] mode indica- 3-35 3-36 tor (STI) Cruise control set in- Auto [−] mode indica- 3-35 3-36 dicator tor (STI) Driver s control center Traction mode indica- 3-27 differential indicator 3-36 and warning (STI) REV indicator light...
Page 30 Function settings A SUBARU dealer can change the settings of the functions shown in the following table to meet your personal requirements. If your vehicle is equipped with a multi function display, the settings for some of these functions can be changed using the display. Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer for details.
Page 31 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 Welcome lighting* Approaching (operation of timer)
Page 32 1-33 Fastening the seatbelt ........1-13 Components ............1-36 Seatbelt maintenance ......... 1-16 SUBARU advanced frontal airbag system ... 1-38 Front seatbelt pretensioners ......1-17 SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag..... 1-50 Seatbelt with shoulder belt pretensioner ..... 1-17 SRS airbag system monitors......
Page 33: Front Seats
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats Front seats used in the upright position in a collision, the risk of sliding under the lap belt and of the lap belt WARNING sliding up over the abdomen will increase, and both can result in .
Page 34 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats 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 FORWARD OR REARWARD FACING CHILD SEAT IN THE FRONT SEAT.
Page 35: Manual Seat
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats Manual seat Reclining the seatback Seat cushion 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 36: Power Seat (Driver S Seat If Equipped)
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats Power seat (driver s seat Head restraint adjustment Head restraint height adjustment equipped) WARNING . Never drive the vehicle with the head restraints removed because they are designed to reduce the risk of serious neck injury in the event that the vehicle is struck from the rear.
Page 37: Seat Heater (If Equipped)
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seat heater are located on the top of the seatback until Seat heater (if equipped) Head restraint angle adjustment the head restraint locks. Press and hold the release button to lower the head The front seats are equipped with a seat restraint.
Page 38: Rear Seats
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Rear seats can cause battery discharge. Rear seats HIGH (HI) Rapid heating LOW (LO) Normal heating Type A Left-hand side WARNING Right-hand side Seatbelts provide maximum re- To turn on the seat heater, push the LOW straint when the occupant sits well ( LO ) or HIGH ( HI ) position on the back and upright in the seat.
Page 39: Head Restraint Adjustment
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Rear seats Head restraint adjustment Rear windows side seating position Both the rear window side seats and the rear center seat are equipped with head restraints. WARNING . Never drive the vehicle with the head restraints removed because they are designed to reduce the risk of serious neck injury in the event that the vehicle is struck...
Page 40: Folding Down The Rear Seatback
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Rear seats cient clearance between the head re- When the rear-center seating position is straint and the roof, tilt the seat and occupied, raise the head restraint to the then perform the installation and re- extended position. When the rear center moval tasks.
Page 41 1-10 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Rear seats seatback slightly to confirm that ing precautions. Failure to do so it is securely fixed in place. If the may lead to serious injury or an seatback is not securely fixed in accident because the operation effi- place, the seatback may sud- ciency of the seatbelt is inhibited.
Page 42: Seatbelts
1-11 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts Seatbelts Seatbelt safety tips WARNING . All persons in the vehicle should fasten their seatbelts BEFORE the vehicle starts to move. Other- wise, the possibility of serious injury becomes greater in the event of a sudden stop or acci- dent.
Page 43 1-12 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts waist. If the shoulder portion of the belt if damage is not obvious. TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIR- cannot be properly positioned, a child BAG. . Put children in the rear seat restraint system should be used. Never properly restrained at all times.
Page 44: Emergency Locking Retractor (Elr)
1-13 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts Emergency Locking Retrac- the rear seats by the use of the seatbelt, instead of across the weaker the seatbelt must be changed over to the tor (ELR) abdomen. Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode. . Seatbelts provide maximum re- The driver s seatbelt has an Emergency straint when the occupant sits Locking Retractor (ELR).
Page 45 1-14 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts 4. Insert the tongue plate into the buckle Front seatbelts until you hear a click. 1. Adjust the seat position according to the following procedure. Driver s seat: Adjust the seatback to the upright position. Move the seat as far from the steering wheel as practical while still maintaining full vehicle control.
Page 46 1-15 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts catching the belt webbing in the door. Adjusting the front seat shoulder WARNING belt anchor height Rear seatbelts When wearing the seatbelts, make 1. Sit well back in the seat. sure the shoulder portion of the 2.
Page 47: Seatbelt Maintenance
1-16 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts Seatbelt maintenance Unfastening the seatbelt To clean the seatbelts, use lukewarm water with mild soap. Do not use the seatbelts until they are dry. Never bleach or dye the belts because this could seriously affect their strength. Inspect the seatbelts and attachments including the webbing and all hardware periodically for cracks, cuts, gashes,...
Page 48: Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
1-17 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seatbelt pretensioners NOTE Front seatbelt pretensioners . Seatbelt pretensioners are not de- signed to activate in minor impacts or The driver s and front passenger s seat- in rear impacts. belts have a seatbelt pretensioner. The .
Page 49 Seatbelt impact sensor sense an impact SUBARU dealer. When replacing seat- pretensioners have no user-ser- force) belt retractor assemblies, use only viceable parts. For required ser- genuine SUBARU parts.
Page 50: Seatbelt With Shoulder Belt And Lap Belt Pretensioners
1-19 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seatbelt pretensioners Seatbelt with shoulder belt When a seatbelt pretensioner is activated, passenger s SRS frontal airbag 1-40 . In cases of side collisions, the an operating noise will be heard and a and lap belt pretensioners small amount of smoke will be released.
Page 51: System Monitors
Seatbelt SUBARU dealer. When replacing seat- the entire vehicle damaged by a pretensioners have no user-ser- belt retractor assemblies, use only collision, consult your SUBARU viceable parts.
Page 52: Precautions Against Vehicle Modification
Precautions against vehicle Child restraint systems modification right and left side at the front of the vehicle Always consult your SUBARU dealer if . Front door impact sensors: on you want to install any accessory parts to both front doors your vehicle.
Page 53 1-22 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems properly secured in the vehicle. When Additionally, holding a child in your WARNING installing the child restraint system, care- lap or arms in the front seat exposes fully follow the manufacturer s instructions. that child to another serious danger.
Page 54: Where To Place A Child Restraint System
Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR) seat- tions permit and specify using anchors as belts The following are SUBARU s recommen- far apart as those in this vehicle. . Lower anchorages (bars) dations on where to place a child restraint If a child restraint system is not correctly system in your vehicle.
Page 55: Choosing A Child Restraint System
1-24 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems Choosing a child restraint deployment is greater. system 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 56: Installing Child Restraint Systems With Alr/Elr Seatbelt
1-25 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems Installing child restraint sys- 3. Run the lap and shoulder belt through child suffering personal injury in the or around the child restraint system tems with ALR/ELR seatbelt event of an accident may be in- following the instructions provided by its creased.
Page 57 1-26 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 58 1-27 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems 6. Take up the slack in the lap belt. CAUTION 7. Pull out the seatbelt fully from the retractor to change the retractor over from Store the head restraint that has the Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) been removed in the cargo area.
Page 59: Installing A Booster Seat
1-28 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems Installing a booster seat 10. Latch the top tether hook onto the creased. tether anchorage that is located behind the rear seat and tighten the top tether WARNING firmly. For additional instructions, refer to .
Page 60: Installation Of Child Restraint Systems By Use Of Lower And Tether Anchorages (Latch)
1-29 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems effective in preventing or redu- restraint system in your vehicle. cing injury. Unsecured child restraint sys- tems can be thrown around in- . Place the lap belt as low as side of the vehicle in a sudden possible on the child s hips.
Page 61 1-30 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems the rear seat window-side seating posi- tions. For each window-side seating posi- tion, two lower anchorages are provided. Each lower anchorage is located behind the cover of the seatback bottom. Some types of child restraint systems can Your vehicle is equipped with four lower be installed on the rear seat of your anchorages (bars) and three upper an-...
Page 62 1-31 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems . Store the head restraint that has colored unlocking marker which is attached to the bottom of the lock been removed in the cargo area. release knob is invisible. For details, Avoid placing the head restraint refer to Folding down the rear seat- in the passenger compartment to back...
Page 63: Top Tether Anchorages
If you have any question concerning this belt. type of child restraint system, ask your 6. Latch the top tether hook onto the SUBARU dealer. tether anchorage that is located on the rear shelf and tighten the top tether firmly. For additional instructions, refer to Top tether anchorages 1-32.
Page 64: Seat, Seatbelt And Srs Airbags
. Curtain airbags (for driver, front pas- 2. Tighten the top tether securely. senger, and window-side rear passen- gers) For left seat Please contact your SUBARU dealer if . Knee airbag for driver For center seat you have any question regarding the For right seat installation of a child restraint system.
Page 65 1-34 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) The system also controls front seatbelt the blink of an eye and force to move the seat as far back as pretensioners. For operation instructions protect in high speed collisions, possible and sit upright and well and precautions concerning the seatbelt the force of an airbag can injure...
Page 66 1-35 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) . A deploying SRS airbag releases OR REARWARD FACING CHILD and can injure or even kill chil- SEAT IN THE FRONT SEAT. dren, especially if they are not hot gas. Occupants could get DOING SO RISKS SERIOUS IN- restrained or improperly re- burned if they come into direct...
Page 67: Components
1-36 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 68 1-37 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 69: Subaru Advanced Frontal Airbag System
The driver s SRS frontal airbag is stowed in the center portion of the steering wheel. Your vehicle is equipped with a SUBARU The front passenger s SRS frontal airbag advanced frontal airbag system that com- is stowed near the top of the dashboard plies with the new advanced frontal airbag under an SRS AIRBAG mark.
Page 70 1-39 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) WARNING WARNING WARNING Never allow a child to stand up, or to Never hold a child on your lap or in The SRS airbag deploys with con- kneel on the front passenger s seat. your arms.
Page 71 Have the system inspected by your injury. SUBARU dealer immediately if the SRS airbag system warning light illuminates. NOTE The driver s SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag are not controlled by the SUBARU advanced frontal airbag sys- tem.
Page 72 . Do not leave any articles on the tensioners 1-17. Have your vehicle inspected at your SUBARU dealer. Do not let anyone use front passenger s seat or the CAUTION the front passenger s seat while you are seatbelt tongue and buckle en-...
Page 73 SUBARU the person sitting in the front pas- dealer. senger s seat, may affect the opera- .
Page 74 1-43 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) . Do not place more than one communications equipment or other stalled in the REAR seat, and that critical navigation or communication infant in the child restraint sys- even children who have outgrown a equipment operating between 0.45-30 child restraint system be also tem.
Page 75 Children who have outgrown a child system to the rear seat and immediately restraint system should always wear the contact your SUBARU dealer for an If the OFF indicator remains illuminated seatbelt irrespective of whether the airbag inspection. while the ON indicator remains off, take is deactivated or activated.
Page 76: Combination Meter
P.O. Box 6000 1-800-894-4212 Cherry Hill, NJ 08034-6000 1-800-SUBARU3 (1-800-782-2783) 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 77 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 78 1-47 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) The driver s and front passenger s SRS some smoke will be released. These SRS airbag deployment depends on the frontal airbags use dual stage inflators. occurrences are a normal result of the level of force experienced in the passen- The two inflators of each airbag are deployment.
Page 79 1-48 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) magnitude to the collision described Only the driver s SRS frontal airbag or Examples of the types of acci- above. 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 80 1-49 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 81: Srs Side Airbag And Srs Curtain Airbag
SRS side airbag and SRS . If the vehicle is involved in a low-speed curtain airbag frontal collision Your vehicle is equipped with a SUBARU SRS curtain airbag system that complies with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stan- dard (FMVSS) No. 226.
Page 82 1-51 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) waist. The SRS side airbag operates only to fasten seatbelts. It is also impor- body are too close to the SRS for front seat occupants. tant to wear your seatbelt to help side airbag.
Page 83 1-52 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) WARNING . Never allow a child to kneel on the front passenger s seat facing the side window or to wrap his/ her arms around the front seat seatback. In the event of an accident, the force of the SRS side airbag deployment could injure the child seriously be-...
Page 84 WARNING passenger compartment and a SUBARU genuine SRS airbag. cause serious injuries. They . Do not attach accessories to the Even when using a SUBARU could also prevent proper opera-...
Page 85 1-54 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) SRS curtain airbag deploys independently the rear center seat and one of the rear After the deployment, the SRS side airbag of the driver s and front passenger s SRS wheel house impact sensors together immediately starts to deflate.
Page 86 1-55 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) the visible damage done to the vehicle part of the SRS curtain airbag itself. system (from the front pillar to the part of the roof side over the rear Example of the type of accident seat).
Page 87 1-56 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 88 1-57 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 89 1-58 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 90: Srs Airbag System Monitors
1-59 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) ary). same direction, once the SRS side airbag Examples of the types of acci- The vehicle is struck from behind. and SRS curtain airbag are activated on dents in which the SRS side The vehicle pitches end over end.
Page 91: Srs Airbag System Servicing
. Satellite safing sensor (under the rear inoperative, which may result in Immediately take your vehicle to serious injury. center seat) your nearest SUBARU dealer to . Seatbelt pretensioner have the system checked. Unless Driver s side checked and properly repaired, the...
Page 92: Precautions Against Vehicle Modification
1-61 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) ized SUBARU dealer. When the compo- Precautions against vehicle the work performed by an author- nents of the SRS airbag system are modification ized SUBARU dealer. The SRS air-...
Page 93 SRS Always consult your SUBARU dealer if airbag system components you want to install any accessory parts on and/or wiring is not advisable.
Page 94: Keys And Doors
Keys and doors Keys ..............Unlocking the doors .......... 2-22 Opening the trunk lid ......... 2-23 Key number plate ..........Vehicle finder function ........2-23 Immobilizer ............Sounding a panic alarm ........2-23 Security indicator light ........Selecting audible signal operation (models Key replacement ..........
Page 95 Keys and doors To open the trunk lid from inside ......2-37 Moonroof (if equipped)........2-39 Internal trunk lid release handle......2-37 Moonroof switches ..........2-40 Sun shade ............2-41...
Page 96: Keys
Keys and doors/Keys Keys Immobilizer against your knees while you are driving, it could turn the ignition switch from the ON position to the NOTE The immobilizer system is designed to ACC or LOCK position, thereby prevent an unauthorized person from For models with keyless access with stopping the engine.
Page 97: Security Indicator Light
For details about new key registration and record of your key number in the may cause undesired operation. erasing the lost key s ID code, contact vehicle. your SUBARU dealer. . The vehicle has a maintenance-free type immobilizer system.
Page 98: Door Locks
Keys and doors/Door locks Door locks Canada-spec. models Mexico-spec. models 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 99 Keys and doors/Door locks Locking using lock lever To lock the driver s door from the outside NOTE Rotate the lock lever forward. with the key, turn the key toward the front. The mechanical key is directional. If the Close the door. To unlock the door, turn the key toward the key cannot be inserted, change the rear.
Page 100 Keys and doors/Door locks Locking and unlocking from WARNING the inside Keep all doors locked when you drive, especially when small chil- dren are in your vehicle. Along with the proper use of seat- belts and child restraints, locking the doors reduces the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in an accident.
Page 101: Battery Drainage Prevention Function
The operational/non-operational setting of the driver s side and the front passenger s this function can be changed by a side doors. SUBARU dealer. Contact your SUBARU To lock the doors, push the front side of dealer to change the setting. the switch.
Page 102: Key Lock-In Prevention Function
Access key (sub) This function s operational/non-opera- Key number plate tional setting can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact a SUBARU The vehicle has two access keys and a dealer for details. key number plate. For details about the...
Page 103 2-10 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push button start system . Starting and stopping the engine. For If you wear electric medical equip- detailed information, refer to Starting and ment other than an implanted pace- stopping engine (models with push-button maker or an implanted defibrillator, start system) 7-12.
Page 104 . If the access key is dropped, the that the battery be replaced by integrated mechanical key inside a SUBARU dealer to avoid the may become loose. Be careful risk of damage at the time of not to lose the mechanical key.
Page 105 . Do not leave the access key in the cess function 2-16. The setting can When the access key is placed also be changed by a SUBARU dealer. storage spaces inside the vehicle, such near wireless communication For more details, contact a SUBARU...
Page 106: Locking And Unlocking With Keyless Access Entry Function
2-13 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push button start system Locking and unlocking with the vehicle body, the keyless access function may not operate properly. If they keyless access entry func- do not operate properly, repeat the opera- tion tion from further away. .
Page 107 Also, an electronic chirp will sound twice audible signal can be changed by your and the hazard warning flashers will flash keyless access function, turn the push- SUBARU dealer. Contact your SUBARU twice. button ignition switch off. It is not possible dealer for details.
Page 108 2-15 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push button start system doors. Opening trunk Locking Power saving function The keyless access function will be disabled in the following cases to protect the access key battery and the vehicle battery. Case 1: When the keyless access func- tion and the remote keyless entry system have not been used for 2 weeks or longer while all doors are locked...
Page 109: Selecting Audible Signal Operation
Operational: Only the driver s door will be . The setting can also be changed at system sounds a warning chime and unlocked. SUBARU dealers. For more details, flashes the access key warning indicator contact a SUBARU dealer. Non-operational: All doors will be un- on the combination meter in order to .
Page 110 2-17 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push button start system Disabling functions By operating the driver s door 1. Sit in the driver s seat, and close the By operating the access key door. If you have registered a PIN code for PIN Code Access, you can disable the keyless access function by operating the access key.
Page 111: When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
Replacing access key enabled. equipment. Access keys can be replaced at SUBARU A chirp sound will be heard once. dealers. For more details, contact a This device complies with part 15 of the SUBARU dealer.
Page 112: Start System
2-19 Keys and doors/PIN Code Access (models with keyless access with push button start system ) PIN Code Access (models Canada-spec. models Mexico-spec. models with keyless access with This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard push-button start system ) (s).
Page 113: Registering A Pin Code
2-20 Keys and doors/PIN Code Access (models with keyless access with push button start system ) Registering a PIN code 99999 or 12345 as a PIN code. Registration . Do not register your vehicle license For example, to register 32468 as the Preparation plate number or simple numbers such PIN code, perform the following proce-...
Page 114: Unlocking
2-21 Keys and doors/Remote keyless entry system Unlocking remote keyless entry system. For models Remote keyless entry system without keyless access with push-button Perform steps 1 to 5 described in Regis- start system , the transmitter for the tration . CAUTION remote keyless entry system is located inside the key head.
Page 115: Locking The Doors
When unlocking the trunk lid button a second time within 5 seconds. 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 116: Opening The Trunk Lid
You may have the above settings done by If the interval between presses is too doors and the trunk. your SUBARU dealer. Also, the setting short when you press the lock/arm can be changed using the multi function button three times, the system may display.
Page 117: Replacing The Battery
For details, contact your . When exiting from the vehicle, the dome light switch is in the DOOR SUBARU dealer and have the transmitters position. headlights and exterior lights will turn programmed into the remote keyless entry off if the driver s door is not opened system.
Page 118: Alarm System
You can set the system for fonctionnement. deactivation yourself or have it done by your SUBARU dealer. CONTINUED...
Page 119: System Operation
The odometer/trip meter screen displays alarms when triggered. factory setting. A SUBARU dealer can AL ON and the horn sounds once, . The vehicle s horn will sound for 30 activate the system. Contact your indicating that the system is now acti- seconds.
Page 120: Arming The System
Have it per- turned to the ACC position (mod- Access key formed by your SUBARU dealer. Arm button: Press to arm the system els with keyless access with push- . If you open the trunk using the Disarm button: Press to disarm the button start system ).
Page 121 2-28 Keys and doors/Alarm system electronic chirp will sound once, the hazard warning flashers will flash once, and the security indicator light will start flashing rapidly. After rapid flashing for 30 seconds (standby time), the indicator light will then flash slowly (twice approximately every 2 seconds), indicating that the system has been armed for surveillance.
Page 122: Disarming The System
2-29 Keys and doors/Alarm system . Carry the access key and grip the front To arm the system using the key- door handle (models with keyless access less access function (if equipped) with push-button start system ). 1. Close all windows and the moonroof (if equipped) The flashing of the security indicator light 2.
Page 123: Valet Mode
To enter the passive mode If you wish to program the passive arming When you choose the valet mode, the mode, have it done by your SUBARU alarm system does not operate. In valet dealer. mode, the access key/remote transmitter...
Page 124: Tripped Sensor Identification
30 seconds. 4. Before closing the doors, lock all doors impacts were sensed: twice (only models If you desire, your SUBARU dealer can with the inside door lock levers. with shock sensors (dealer option)) connect them and set them for activation .
Page 125: Child Safety Locks
. You can have the sensitivity of the To avoid serious personal injury shock sensors adjusted to your pre- caused by accidental, child s mis- ference by your SUBARU dealer. chief, or improper operation, the driver is responsible for obeying the following instructions without exception.
Page 126: Power Window Operation By Driver
2-33 Keys and doors/Windows Power window operation by the window halfway, press the switch Operating the driver s/front pas- down lightly. driver senger s window NOTE Driver s side power window . If the vehicle s battery is discon- switches nected due to situations such as battery or fuse replacement, the one- touch auto up/down function will be...
Page 127 2-34 Keys and doors/Windows 2-36. While closing the driver s or front passen- Operating the rear windows ger s window automatically, if the window Anti-entrapment function senses a substantial enough object trapped between the window and the CAUTION window frame, it automatically moves down slightly and stops.
Page 128: Power Window Operation By Passengers
2-35 Keys and doors/Windows Power window operation by Locking the passengers windows Operating the front passenger s passengers window Passenger s side power window switches Lock Unlock Automatically open/close Open/close To lock: Press the lock switch. When the lock To open: Each passenger window can be controlled switch is in the lock position, the passen- Press the switch down lightly and hold it.
Page 129: Initialization Of Power Window
2-36 Keys and doors/Windows Initialization of power win- the window halfway, press the switch Operating the rear passenger s down lightly. windows If the vehicle s battery is disconnected due NOTE to situations such as battery or fuse If the vehicle s battery is disconnected replacement, the following functions will due to situations such as battery or be deactivated.
Page 130: Trunk Lid
2-37 Keys and doors/Trunk lid NOTE push-button start system , refer to Open- Trunk lid ing trunk 2-15. The trunk lid will not open when the . For models without keyless access select lever is in a position other than WARNING with push-button start system , refer to the P position (CVT models) or the...
Page 131 2-38 Keys and doors/Trunk lid unlocks the trunk lid. Then, push up the If the cargo hits the handle while lid. the vehicle is being driven, the handle may be pulled and the The handle is made of material that trunk lid may open.
Page 132 . If the moonroof does not close, make sure that no one s hands, we recommend that you have the arms, head or other objects will system checked by a SUBARU be accidentally caught in the dealer. moonroof. . Always carry the key when you...
Page 133 2-40 Keys and doors/Moonroof Moonroof switches pletely. Pressing the switch continuously the rear side of the switch again to open may cause damage to the moonroof. the moonroof completely. Tilting moonroof NOTE To close: Press the front side of the OPEN/CLOSE One-touch operation does not take switch.
Page 134 2-41 Keys and doors/Moonroof there is nothing trapped. also moves back. CAUTION Never attempt to test this function using fingers, hands or other parts of your body. NOTE For the sake of safety, it is recom- mended that you avoid driving with the moonroof fully opened.
Page 136: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and controls Ignition switch (models without push- Front passenger s frontal airbag ON and OFF indicators ............3-16 button start system)......... CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction LOCK..............indicator light ..........3-16 ACC..............Charge warning light.......... 3-17 ON..............Oil pressure warning light ........3-17 START ..............
Page 137 Instruments and controls Warning chimes and warning indicator of the Good-bye screen ..........3-40 keyless access with push-button start system (if Warning screen ..........3-40 equipped)............3-28 Basic screens............ 3-45 Security indicator light ........3-33 Menu screens ............ 3-46 SI-DRIVE indicator (if equipped)......3-34 Multi function display ........
Page 138 Instruments and controls Fog light switch (if equipped) ......3-101 Auto-dimming mirror/compass (if equipped) ..3-106 Auto-dimming mirror/compass with HomeLink Steering responsive fog lights system (if ® (if equipped) ..........3-107 equipped)............3-101 Outside mirrors ..........3-113 Wiper and washer ..........3-103 Defogger and deicer ........
Page 139: Ignition Switch (Models Without Push- Button Start System)
Instruments and controls/Ignition switch (models without push button start system) NOTE Ignition switch (models with- CAUTION . Keep the ignition switch in the out push-button start sys- Do not attach a large key holder or LOCK position when the engine is tem) key case to either key.
Page 140: 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 141: Ignition Switch Light
Instruments and controls/Push button ignition switch (models with push button start system) . Even when the access key is outside Ignition switch light Push-button ignition switch the vehicle, if it is placed too close to (models with push-button For easy access to the ignition switch in the glass, it may be possible to switch the dark, the ignition switch light illumi- start system)
Page 142: Switching Power Status
SUBARU dealer. Orange (while engine is . If the vehicle was left in the hot All electrical Operation indicator...
Page 143: When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
Instruments and controls/Hazard warning flasher switch while turning the steering wheel Hazard warning flasher Meters and gauges left and right. NOTE Battery drainage prevention func- tion Liquid-crystal displays are used in some of the meters and gauges on When the push-button ignition switch is the combination meter.
Page 144: Canceling The Function For Meter/Gauge Needle Movement Upon Turning On The Ignition Switch
Instruments and controls/Meters and gauges NOTE Odometer meter will turn off. This sequence of operations may not Double trip meter take place if you quickly turn the ignition switch to start the engine. This is not a malfunction. Canceling the function for meter/gauge needle move- ment upon turning on the ignition switch...
Page 145: Tachometer
3-10 Instruments and controls/Meters and gauges Tachometer Fuel gauge trip meter, the odometer/trip meter will turn off. The tachometer shows the engine speed Also, if you open and close the driver s in thousands of revolutions per minute. door within 10 seconds of illumination of the odometer/trip meter, the odometer/trip CAUTION meter will turn off.
Page 146: Temperature Gauge
3-11 Instruments and controls/Meters and gauges you (a) do not press the trip knob for 10 imate amount of fuel remaining in the accordance with the outside temperature seconds or (b) open and close the driver s tank. Use this indication only as a and driving conditions.
Page 147: Eco Gauge
3-12 Instruments and controls/REV indicator light and buzzer (STI) NOTE ECO gauge REV indicator light and buz- . The ECO gauge shows only an zer (STI) approximate indication. . After resetting the trip meter, the average rate of fuel consumption is not shown until driving 0.6 mile (1 km).
Page 148: Warning And Indicator Lights
3-13 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights NOTE : Charge warning light Warning and indicator lights Even if the REV alarm system is not set, : Oil pressure warning light the REV indicator light will flash when- Several of the warning and indicator lights ever the engine speed enters the red : REV indicator light (STI) illuminate when the ignition switch is...
Page 149: Seatbelt Warning Light And Chime
9 mph (15 km/h) corresponding system. The warning light(s) for unfastened Consult your authorized SUBARU dealer seatbelt(s) will alternate between for repair. steady illumination and flashing at 15-second intervals. The chime will Seatbelt warning light not sound.
Page 150: Srs Airbag System Warning Light
ON position tact your SUBARU dealer for an inspec- passenger s seatback, or allow him/her to . Continuous illumination of the tion.
Page 151: Front Passenger S Frontal Airbag On And Off
CHECK ENGINE warn- status of the front passenger s SRS frontal airbag ON and OFF indica- ing light/Malfunction in- airbag determined by the SUBARU ad- tors dicator light vanced frontal airbag system monitoring. If the front passenger s SRS frontal airbag...
Page 152: Charge Warning Light
. Reduce the amount of cargo, if possi- check the engine oil level. If the oil level is the vehicle checked by a SUBARU dealer. ble. low, add oil immediately. If the engine oil is...
Page 153: Windshield Washer Fluid Warning Indicator
If the light does not turn off, contact the system is not working properly. Contact turned nearest SUBARU dealer for service. your nearest SUBARU dealer for service when the vehicle is driven on a immediately. road that alternates continuously NOTE between uphill and downhill .
Page 154: Low Tire Pressure Warning Light (U.s.-Spec. Models)
SUBARU dealer as soon as monitoring system (TPMS) is functioning maintain correct tire pressure, even if possible.
Page 155: Abs Warning Light
Contact your gether with the brake system warning light tires. SUBARU dealer as soon as possible if the EBD system malfunctions. For for tire and sensor replacement and/ further details of the EBD system mal- or system resetting.
Page 156: Brake System Warning Light
When driving with an insufficient battery . When the engine is started while the and contact your SUBARU deal- voltage such as when the engine is jump electronic parking brake is applied/ er. For details, refer to Electro-...
Page 157 Drive carefully to level is below the MIN mark in the electronic parking brake system) 7-44. the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the reservoir, do not drive the vehicle. Have system inspected. Frequent operation warning the vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU 4.
Page 158: Electronic Parking Brake Indicator Light (Models With Electronic Parking Brake System)
However, it is not The light illuminates with the parking SUBARU dealer. For details, refer malfunctioning if the indicator light brake applied while the ignition switch is...
Page 159: Low Fuel Warning Light
Holder function. For details about the Hill in the ON position. light illuminates, have the vehicle Holder function, Hill Holder function inspected at an authorized SUBARU CAUTION dealer. Promptly put fuel in the tank when- ever the low fuel warning light...
Page 160: Door Open Warning Light
Have your vehicle inspected the power assist in order to prevent the tires has a puncture or has lost air at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. system components, such as the con- pressure. trol computer and drive motor, from overheating.
Page 161: Vehicle Dynamics Control Warning Light/Vehicle Dynamics Control Operation Indicator Light
However, it will turn off once following conditions. Have your vehicle through the electrical circuit of the the vehicle starts moving. checked at a SUBARU dealer immedi- ABS. Accordingly, if the ABS is ately. Vehicle Dynamics Control opera- inoperative, the Vehicle Dynamics .
Page 162: Vehicle Dynamics Control Off Indicator Light/Traction Mode Indicator Light
The indicator light shows the activated/deactivated conditions as follows. probably malfunctioning under the follow- ing condition. Have your vehicle checked Activated/deactivated status for each function at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. Vehicle . The light does not turn off even after Traction Control...
Page 163: Warning Chimes And Warning Indicator Of The Keyless Access With Push-Button Start System (If Equipped)
SUBARU dealer as soon as pos- ing conditions. Have your vehicle checked sible. Access key warning light at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. . When the operation indicator on . The light does not illuminate when the The keyless access with push-button start...
Page 164 3-29 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights NOTE . Even when the access key is within the operating ranges inside the vehicle, the access key warning for engine start may be provided depending on the status of the access key and the environmental conditions.
Page 165 3-30 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights Operation indicator Inside warning Outside warning on push-button igni- Status Action chime chime tion switch Switch the push-button ignition switch to The driver s door was opened while the OFF , or close the driver s door. push-button ignition switch is ACC (in *When exiting the vehicle, be sure to CVT models, when the select lever is in...
Page 166 3-31 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights Operation indicator Inside warning Outside warning on push-button igni- Status Action chime chime tion switch Power warning: Open the door and return the access key inside the vehicle, or switch the push- The door lock sensor was touched while Long beep (60 button ignition switch to OFF .
Page 167 System malfunction warning: Contact a SUBARU dealer immediately Ding Flashes in orange A malfunction was detected in the power and have the vehicle inspected. system or steering lock.
Page 168: 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 169: Si-Drive Indicator (If Equipped)
3-34 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights SI-DRIVE indicator (if Gear position indicator (MT Select lever/gear position in- equipped) models)/Shift-up indicator dicator (CVT models) (STI) Sport (S) mode Upshift indicator Intelligent (I) mode Downshift indicator Shift-up indicator (STI) Sport Sharp (S#) mode Select lever/gear position indicator Gear position indicator This indicator shows the current SI-DRIVE...
Page 170: Turn Signal Indicator Lights
3-35 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights Turn signal indicator Headlight indicator and have your vehicle inspected at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possi- lights light ble. These lights show the operation of the turn This indicator light illuminates under the signal or lane change signal.
Page 171: Driver S Control Center Differential Indicator And Warning (Sti)
When the AUTO [−] mode is set, the malfunction. Have the vehicle inspected AUTO [−] indicator appears. by your SUBARU dealer. For details, refer For details, refer to Driver s Control When you select the manual mode of the to Driver s Control Center Differential (C.
Page 172: Rev Indicator Light (Sti)
Refer to Reverse Automatic Braking tor appears, have your vehicle inspected dicator (if equipped) System 7-64. by your SUBARU dealer as soon as NOTE possible. For details about the steering respon- BSD/RCTA OFF indica- sive fog lights system, refer to Steer-...
Page 173: Multi Information Display
3-38 Instruments and controls/Multi information display Warning indicator Multi information display Select lever/gear position indicator (refer to Select lever/gear position indicator (CVT models) 3-34.) WARNING SI-DRIVE indicator light (refer to SI- DRIVE indicator 3-34.) Always pay adequate attention to Odometer (refer to Odometer 3-9.)/ double trip meter (refer to Double trip safe driving when operating the...
Page 174: Basic Operation
3-39 Instruments and controls/Multi information display Basic operation Welcome screen 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. If there are some useful messages, such as vehicle information, warning informa- tion, etc., they will interrupt the current screen, and appear on the display accom-...
Page 175: Good-Bye Screen
3-40 Instruments and controls/Multi information display Warning screen Good-bye Screen 3-48. Good-bye screen Example of warning If a warning or a malfunction is detected, a message will appear. Take the appropriate If the ignition switch is turned to the actions based on the messages indicated. LOCK / OFF position, the Good-bye screen will appear for approximately 3 seconds.
Page 176 3-41 Instruments and controls/Multi information display Items of display message (for warning message) Item Icon information reminder Refer to page Seatbelt warning for driver s seat and front passenger s seat 3-14 SRS airbag system malfunction warning 1-59, 3-16 Engine warning Yellow 3-16 Coolant temperature high warning...
Page 177 3-42 Instruments and controls/Multi information display Item Icon information reminder Refer to page ABS malfunction warning Yellow 3-20 Vehicle Dynamics Control system malfunction warning Yellow 3-26 Brake system warning 3-21 Electronic parking brake system malfunction warning 3-22 Brake fluid level warning 3-21 Low fuel warning Yellow...
Page 178 3-43 Instruments and controls/Multi information display Item Icon information reminder Refer to page Automatic headlight beam leveler system malfunction warning Yellow 3-35 (models with LED headlights) LED low beam headlight system malfunction warning (if equipped) Yellow 3-25 The keyless access with push-button start system malfunction warning* Low battery warning of the access key* 3-28...
Page 179 3-44 Instruments and controls/Multi information display Items of display message (for operation and vehicle condition) Item Icon information reminder Refer to page Deactivation of the selection of the SI-DRIVE Sport Sharp (S#) 7-29 mode when the engine is cold Pedal operation for starting engine 7-12 Select lever into P operation Access key warning* (The vehicle was driven while the access key...
Page 180: Basic Screens
3-45 Instruments and controls/Multi information display Journey time screen: SI-DRIVE mode screen: Basic screens By operating the switch on the steering wheel, you can change the screen that is always displayed. Default screen: This screen displays the journey time (the This screen indicates the current SI-DRIVE time that has elapsed since the ignition switch mode with its throttle angle.
Page 181: Menu Screens
3-46 Instruments and controls/Multi information display Menu screens Pull and hold the /SET switch to enter the menu screens when all of the following conditions are satisfied. . The vehicle has been completely stopped. . The select lever is in the P position (CVT models).
Page 182 3-47 Instruments and controls/Multi information display The menu list is as follows. Top menu Menu option Possible settings Initial settings Screen Settings Welcome Good-bye Screen On or Off Gauge Initial Movement On or Off Gear Position Indicator Setting (MT On or Off models) Languages Select the display language.
Page 183 3-48 Instruments and controls/Multi information display EyeSight (models with EyeSight By operating the switch on the dicator or Off to deactivate it. system) steering wheel, you can select the menu. Languages NOTE Pull the /SET switch to enter the Operate the switch on the selected menu.
Page 184: Multi Function Display
3-49 Instruments and controls/Multi function display On to activate the buzzer. Select Off to warning sound to inactive. Multi function display deactivate the buzzer. Default Settings NOTE BSD/RCTA (if equipped) Select Yes to use the menu screen to . Illustrations show the display for restore customized settings to the factory After entering the BSD/RCTA menu, U.S.-spec.
Page 185: Basic Operation
3-50 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Basic operation the road and could result in an accident. The multi function display has the follow- ing functions. Description Page Displays useful messages, such as warning information, 3-53 etc. Displays basic screens (e.g. 3-53 fuel consumption screen, etc.) Sets and adjusts maintenance...
Page 186: Date Screen
3-51 Instruments and controls/Multi function display NOTE Date screen . Displaying the birthday/anniversary If you have set the date and time in the screen can be set to on or off. Refer to selection screen, after the welcome Bypass screen setting 3-79.
Page 187: Self-Check Screen
3-52 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Fuel consumption results screen Example of notification Engine oil: Checks the interval of engine oil replacement. The average fuel consumption for the If there is a warning message or a entire driving distance, from when the Oil filter: Checks the interval of oil filter maintenance notification, the color of the ignition switch was turned to the ON...
Page 188: Interruption Screen
3-53 Instruments and controls/Multi function display following conditions. Interruption screen Basic screens The period of time remaining Useful messages, such as reminder in- These are the basic screens of the multi until the registered notification date formation, vehicle information, warning function display.
Page 189 3-54 Instruments and controls/Multi function display temperature has increased to 418F Information bar (58C) or higher. Top display One of the following items can be dis- played on the top display. . Average fuel consumption correspond- ing to the driving distance of each trip meter .
Page 190 3-55 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Boost pressure + accelerator Clock opening ratio screen The clock can be displayed in either 12- hour display or 24-hour display. For details about the setting, refer to Current date and time setting 3-64. NOTE If the vehicle battery is disconnected, the clock shown in the information bar...
Page 191 3-56 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Fuel consumption screen ECO history screen 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 3-75.
Page 192 3-57 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Triple meter screen When the vehicle is being driven regularly When the Vehicle Dynamics Control sys- tem activates, the tires illuminate in yellow Power train (illuminated in blue) Triple meter screen (display example) and the Vehicle Dynamics Control system This screen displays up to three optional operating indicator flashes.
Page 193 3-58 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Guidance screen Clock/calendar/screen OFF 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 (except STI) Accelerator opening ratio Journey distance (the distance that has been driven since the ignition switch was turned to the...
Page 194 3-59 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Calendar Today s date Birthday/Anniversary In addition to the clock/calendar, the out- side temperature and average fuel con- sumption can also be displayed. You can select clock (Type A), clock (Type B) or calendar. The clock/calendar can also be set so that it is not displayed.
Page 195: Selection Screen
3-60 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Selection screen When the button is pushed and held, the setting screen for each menu can be displayed. Select the preferred menu by operating switch. Top menu Menu option Description Initial setting Page Time/Date 1/1/2016 12 h Time/Date Set and adjust the time and date.
Page 196 3-61 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Top menu Menu option Description Initial setting Page Screen Set and customize the top display information Avg Cons, Inst Cons, Range Top Display Avg Cons 3-73 Setting contents. or Off Upper part: Driv- ing range, lower 3-74 Cons Customize the fuel consumption information display.
Page 197 3-62 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Top menu Menu option Description Initial setting Page Mainte- Engine Oil Set and adjust the oil maintenance notification date. 3-81 The default va- nance lues for the main- Oil Filter Set and adjust the oil filter maintenance notification date. 3-82 tenance settings vary depending...
Page 198 3-63 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Top menu Menu option Description Initial setting Page Initialize Reset to Defaults Reset all settings to the default settings. Yes or No 3-94 Lifetime Fuel Cons Clear logged lifetime fuel consumption data. Yes or No 3-95 Reset Go Back...
Page 199: Date And Time Settings
Time/Date item. Then, push the button. example, April 31). . If your vehicle is equipped with the button. 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 200 3-65 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 5. After entering the date and time, select Set by operating the switch and confirm the setting by pushing the button. 4. Select a number by operating the 2. Operate the switch to switch. Then push the button.
Page 201 3-66 Instruments and controls/Multi function display English alphabet (upper case charac- ters and lower case characters are available), eleven symbols or blank spaces. The word being edited will be displayed with an underline. 4. The selected item will be shown. Push 6.
Page 202 3-67 Instruments and controls/Multi function display be deactivated. Anniversary setting 1. Perform the preparation steps accord- ing to Preparation for date setting From 1 to 7 days prior to the birthday 9. The system will notify you that the setting is complete. If a birthday is approaching, the following screen will be displayed accompanied by a beep when the ignition switch has been...
Page 203 3-68 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 3. Select an entry in the list to set by 5. Select numbers by operating the 7. Select characters by operating the operating the switch. Then switch. Then push the button. switch. Then push the push the button.
Page 204 3-69 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 3-79.
Page 205 3-70 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Daylight saving time setting 1. Perform the preparation steps accord- ing to Preparation for date setting 3. The current setting will be displayed. 5. Select Set by operating the Push the button to enter the selection switch, and confirm the setting by pushing mode.
Page 206: Image Quality And Volume Settings
3-71 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 3-71.
Page 207 3-72 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 2. Operate the switch to 4. The screen is turned off. 2. Operate the switch to select the Screen Off item. Then push select the Beep item. Then push the button. button. Restoring the screen When the button is pushed after the ignition switch is turned...
Page 208: Screen Settings
3-73 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 4. Select an item by operating the 6. The system will notify you that the 3. After the selection screen is displayed, switch. Then push the button. setting is complete. operate the switch to show the Screen Setting item.
Page 209 3-74 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 Top Display item. Then push switch. Then push the button. setting is complete. button.
Page 210 3-75 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 2. Operate the switch to 4. Select the displayed configuration by 6. The system will notify you that the select the Cons item. Then push the operating the switch. Then setting is complete. button. push the button.
Page 211 3-76 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 2. Operate the switch to 4. Select the time of the logged fuel 6. Select Set by operating the select the Eco History item. Then push consumption history by operating the switch and confirm the setting by pushing button.
Page 212 3-77 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Triple meter setting 1. Perform the preparation steps accord- ing to Preparation for screen settings 3-73. 3. Select the setting location (left, center 4. Select the preferred item by operating or right) by operating the switch.
Page 213 3-78 Instruments and controls/Multi function display switch, and confirm the setting by pushing button. 2. Operate the switch to 4. Select Type A clock , Type B clock , select the Clock item. Then push the Calendar or OFF by operating the button.
Page 214 3-79 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 6. The system will notify you that the 2. Operate the switch to 4. Select On or Off by operating the setting is complete. select the Bypass Screen item. Then switch. Then push the push the button.
Page 215 3-80 Instruments and controls/Multi function display switch, and confirm the setting by pushing the button. 2. Operate the switch to 4. Select the preferred language by select the Languages item. Then push operating the switch. Then button. push the button. 6.
Page 216: Maintenance Settings
3-81 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 6. The system will notify you that the 3. After the selection screen is displayed, 2. Operate the switch to setting is complete. operate the switch to show the select the Engine Oil item. Then push Maintenance item.
Page 217 3-82 Instruments and controls/Multi function display pushing the button. After exceeding 311 miles (500 km), _ _ _ _ will be displayed. Oil filter setting The setting procedure is the same as Engine oil setting 3-81, but select the Oil Filter item in step 2. Tires setting The setting procedure is the same as Engine oil setting...
Page 218 3-83 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 2. Operate the switch to 4. Select On or Off by operating the 6. The system will notify you that the select the On/Off item. Then push the switch. Then push the setting is complete. button.
Page 219: Driving History Registration
3-84 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Driving history registration operating the switch. The items in the driving history can be registered. To change the items, operate switch, and then push the button. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
Page 220: Car Settings
3-85 Instruments and controls/Multi function display directly without a notification. 8. The system will notify you that the registration is complete. Car settings The items in the car settings can be set. To change the items, operate the switch, and then push the button.
Page 221 3-86 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Keyless buzzer volume setting 3. Select a volume level by operating the 1. Perform the preparation steps accord- switch, and confirm the setting ing to Preparation for car settings 3-85. by pushing the button. Hazard warning flasher setting 1.
Page 222 3-87 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Then push the button. button. If the setting is not available, the following notification will be displayed. In this case, perform the setting procedure again. 3. The current setting will be displayed. 5. Select Set by operating the Push the button to enter the selection switch, and confirm the setting by pushing...
Page 223 3-88 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 2. Operate the switch to 4. Select the preferred setting by operat- 6. The system will notify you that the select the Defogger item. Then push the ing the switch. Then push the setting is complete. button.
Page 224 3-89 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Interior light off delay timer setting 3. The current setting will be displayed. 5. Select Set by operating the Push the button to enter the selection switch, and confirm the setting by pushing 1. Perform the preparation steps accord- ing to Preparation for car settings 3-85.
Page 225 3-90 Instruments and controls/Multi function display push the button. button. Auto light sensor sensitivity setting 3. The current setting will be displayed. 5. Select Set by operating the 1. Perform the preparation steps accord- Push the button to enter the selection switch, and confirm the setting by pushing ing to Preparation for car settings 3-85.
Page 226 3-91 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 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 2. Operate the switch to select the Keyless Access Setting item. select the Driver s Door Unlock item.
Page 227 3-92 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Welcome lighting setting The leaving time and approaching time settings can be adjusted. Leaving time setting 1. Perform the preparation steps accord- ing to Preparation for car settings 3-85. 4. Select the preferred setting by operat- 6.
Page 228 3-93 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 3. Select the Leaving time set 5. Select the preferred setting by operat- 7. The system will notify you that the operating the switch, and then ing the switch, and then push setting is complete. push the switch.
Page 229: Initialize
3-94 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Reset to factory default settings Approaching time setting 1. Perform the preparation steps accord- The setting procedure is the same as ing to Preparation for initialization Leaving time setting 3-92, but select the Approaching time set item in step 3. Initialize Items that have been set to your pre- ference can be initialized.
Page 230 3-95 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Lifetime fuel consumption resetting 1. Perform the preparation steps accord- ing to Preparation for initialization 5. The system will notify you that the 3. The system will prompt a Yes/No setting is complete. dialogue ( No is selected first). To reset the lifetime fuel consumption, select Yes by operating the switch.
Page 231: Light Control Switch
3-96 Instruments and controls/Light control switch Light control switch CAUTION . Use of any lights for a long period of time while the engine is not running can cause the battery to discharge. . Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the lights are turned off. If the vehicle is left unattended for a long time with the lights illuminated, the battery may be...
Page 232: Headlights
(models with key- The sensitivity of the auto on/off head- less access with push-button start lights can be changed by a SUBARU system ) To turn on the headlights, turn the knob on dealer. Consult your SUBARU dealer the end of the turn signal lever.
Page 233: High/Low Beam Change (Dimmer)
3-98 Instruments and controls/Light control switch High/low beam change Headlight flasher Sensor for the auto on/off head- (dimmer) lights (if equipped) CAUTION The sensor is on the instrument panel as To change from low beam to high beam, shown in the illustration. push the turn signal lever forward.
Page 234: Daytime Running Light System
3-99 Instruments and controls/Turn signal lever Daytime running light system level, the high beam headlights that Turn signal lever 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 235: One-Touch Lane Changer
The operational/non-operational setting of the one-touch lane changer s can be celed even when the ignition switch is changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact turned to the LOCK / OFF position. the nearest SUBARU dealer for details. You can adjust the illumination brightness of the combination meter, the climate control panel, etc.
Page 236: Headlight Beam Leveler (If Equipped)
3-101 Instruments and controls/Headlight beam leveler Headlight beam leveler (if Fog light switch (if equipped) equipped) Automatic headlight beam leveler (models with LED headlights) The LED headlights generate more light than conventional halogen headlights. Therefore a driver of an oncoming vehicle may experience too much glare if your headlight beam height adjustment is high when the vehicle is carrying a heavy load.
Page 237 3-102 Instruments and controls/Fog light switch . The light control switch is in the Steering responsive fog lights OFF Steering responsive fog lights OFF position, or the light control switch is in the switch indicator AUTO position and the low beam head- lights turn on automatically.
Page 238: Wiper And Washer
In window, always use the wind- road film. Operate the windshield areas where water freezes in shield washer. washer for at least 1 second so that winter, use SUBARU Windshield CONTINUED...
Page 239: Windshield Wiper And Washer Switches
3-104 Instruments and controls/Wiper and washer Windshield wiper and washer washer solution will be sprinkled all For a single wipe of the wipers, push the over the windshield or rear window. lever up. The wipers operate until you switches . Grease, wax, insects or other mate- release the lever.
Page 240: Mirrors
3-105 Instruments and controls/Mirrors NOTE Mirrors Windshield washer Always check that the inside and outside mirrors are properly adjusted before you start driving. Inside mirror To wash the windshield, pull the wiper control lever toward you. The washer fluid The windshield washer fluid warning sprays until you release the lever.
Page 241: Auto-Dimming Mirror/Compass (If Equipped)
3-106 Instruments and controls/Mirrors Auto-dimming mirror/com- 3. To adjust for compass zone variance: To Operate the Auto-Dimming Fea- pass (if equipped) (1) Find your current location and ture zone number on the map. Press the switch to turn the auto- (2) Press and hold the switch for dimming feature on/off.
Page 242 3-107 Instruments and controls/Mirrors Auto-dimming mirror/com- To Operate the Auto-Dimming Fea- pass with HomeLink ture ® equipped) Press the switch to turn the auto- dimming feature on/off. The auto-dimming feature is enabled when the switch s green LED indicator is on. The auto- dimming feature will default to on with each ignition cycle.
Page 243 3-108 Instruments and controls/Mirrors until a C appears in the display. Once a outside of the garage. programmed HomeLink buttons C appears in the display, slowly drive the be erased for security purposes. . Do not use HomeLink with any vehicle in circles until compass is cali- Refer to Erasing HomeLink But- garage door opener that lacks...
Page 244 3-109 Instruments and controls/Mirrors Garage door opener remote Indicator Light 3. While the HomeLink indicator light is flashing orange, press and hold the hand- 2. Position the hand-held remote (garage 4. Press the HomeLink button that you held remote button. Continue pressing the door opener remote) 1 to 3 inches (2 to 8 would like to program and observe the hand-held remote button until the...
Page 245 3-110 Instruments and controls/Mirrors Learn button Status Indicators 7. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for two seconds and release the 5. At the garage door opener motor, 8. If status indicator arrows appear next HomeLink button up to three times. At this (security gate motor, etc...) locate the to the indicator light, please refer to point programming is complete and your...
Page 246 3-111 Instruments and controls/Mirrors the device during the cycling pro- Gate Operator / Canadian Pro- R e p r o g r a m m i n g a S i n g l e cess to prevent possible overheating. gramming HomeLink Button Canadian radio-frequency laws require...
Page 247 3-112 Instruments and controls/Mirrors Range may be reduced by obstacles such online at www.HomeLink.com and as houses or trees. You may have to slow www.youtube.com/HomeLinkGentex. your vehicle speed to successfully receive Using Two-Way Communication the garage door opener communication. Programming Two-Way Commu- nication Garage Door Opener CLOSING (Blink- ing Orange)
Page 248: Outside Mirrors
3-113 Instruments and controls/Mirrors must be at least 20 cm from the user Outside mirrors Certification and must not be co-located or operat- In the event that there are still program- Convex mirror (passenger side) ing in conjunction with any other ming difficulties or questions, additional antenna or transmitter.
Page 249: Defogger And Deicer
3-114 Instruments and controls/Defogger and deicer Defogger and deicer The defogger and deicer system is acti- Remote control mirror switch vated only when the ignition switch is in the ON position. : Select side to adjust : Direction control To activate the defogger and deicer The remote control mirrors operate only system, press the control switch that is when the ignition switch is in the ON or...
Page 250: Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel
. If the lever cannot be raised to snow, remove the snow so that the mode by a SUBARU dealer. Consult your windshield wiper deicer works effec- the fixed position, adjust the SUBARU dealer for details. Also, for tively.
Page 251: Horn
3-116 Instruments and controls/Horn Horn Tilt adjustment Telescopic adjustment 1. Adjust the seat position. Refer to To sound the horn, push the horn pad. Front seats 1-2. 2. Pull the tilt/telescopic lock lever down. 3. Move the steering wheel to the desired level.
Page 252: Climate Control
Climate control Ventilator control..........Operating tips for heater and air conditioner ............Center and side ventilators ........Cleaning ventilation grille........Climate control panel.......... Efficient cooling after parking in direct Type A ..............sunlight ............4-10 Type B ..............Lubrication oil circulation in the refrigerant Automatic climate control operation ....
Page 253: 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 254: Climate Control Panel
Climate control/Climate control panel Airflow mode selection dial (Refer to Climate control panel Airflow mode selection 4-6.) Defroster button (Refer to Airflow mode Type A selection 4-6.) Rear window defogger button (Refer to Defogger and deicer 3-114.) Fan speed control dial (Refer to Fan speed control 4-8.) Air conditioner button (Refer to Air...
Page 255: Type B
Climate control/Climate control panel Temperature control dial (Refer to Auto- Type B matic climate control operation and/or Temperature control 4-7.) Defroster button (Refer to Airflow mode selection 4-6.) Rear window defogger button (Refer to Defogger and deicer 3-114.) DUAL mode button (Refer to DUAL mode (type B) 4-7.)
Page 256: Automatic Climate Control Operation
Climate control/Automatic climate control operation 1. Depress the AUTO button. The Sensors Automatic climate control indicator FULL AUTO on the display operation illuminates. 2. Set the preferred temperature using When this mode is selected, the fan the temperature control dial. speed, airflow distribution, air-inlet control, and air conditioner compressor operation NOTE...
Page 257: Manual Climate Control Operation
Climate control/Manual climate control operation 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. To select the airflow mode: Do not subject the sensors to impact.
Page 258: Temperature Control
Climate control/Manual climate control operation both side windows to prevent fogging.) and both side outlets of the instrument heating performance. panel (Refer to Defrosting 4-9.) NOTE NOTE The controllable temperature range When the mode is se- may vary depending on the regional lected, the air conditioner compressor specifications of the vehicle.
Page 259: Fan Speed Control
Have the vehicle in- When the DUAL mode is canceled: Select the air inlet by pressing the air inlet spected at the nearest SUBARU dealer. Set the desired temperature by turning the selection button. driver s side dial.
Page 260: Defrosting
Climate control/Defrosting NOTE Defrosting Operating tips for heater and When the mode is se- air conditioner Type A lected, the air conditioner compressor operates automatically regardless of Cleaning ventilation grille Select the mode by pressing the the position of the air conditioner defroster button, or select the mode button to defrost the windshield more...
Page 261: Efficient Cooling After Parking In Direct Sunlight
CFC12 (freon). Consult your SUBARU Check the air conditioner unit for refriger- dealer for service. Repairs needed as a ant leaks, hose conditions, and proper result of using the wrong refrigerant are operation each spring.
Page 262: Air Filtration System
SUBARU (1) Open the glove box. dealer. For replacement, use only a genuine SUBARU air filter kit. For the replacement schedule, refer to the War- Stopper ranty and Maintenance Booklet .
Page 263 4-12 Climate control/Air filtration system and remove the hinge portion. When doing this, be careful not to damage the hinge. 3. Replace the air filter element with a 4. Reinstall the glove box, and connect new one. the damper shaft. 5.
Page 264: Audio
Basic operation ..........5-17 Receiving a call ..........5-76 Unit settings ............5-18 Talking on the phone ......... 5-77 SUBARU STARLINK (if equipped) ....... 5-25 Phone settings ..........5-78 AM/FM radio............5-27 Voice command system ........5-80 SiriusXM Satellite Radio (if equipped) ....
Page 265: Antenna
CAUTION . Always consult your SUBARU dealer before installing a citizen band radio or other transmitting device in your vehicle. Such devices may cause the electronic...
Page 266: Base Display Audio Set (If Equipped)
ACC or ON position. . Power and audio controls: refer to Basic operation 5-17. . SUBARU STARLINK (if equipped): refer to SUBARU STARLINK 5-25. . Radio operation: refer to AM/FM radio 5-27. . Satellite radio operation (if equipped): refer to SiriusXM Satellite Radio 5-36.
Page 267 Audio/Audio set NOTE HD Radio Technology (if equipped) should be included as a feature in the base display audio set. This display audio set is referred to as follows. . U.S. customers: STARLINK 6.2 Mul- timedia . Canadian customers: 6.2-inch infotain- ment system...
Page 268: Starlink Tm 7.0 Multimedia Plus Audio Set
Audio/Audio set STARLINK 7.0 Multimedia Plus audio set (U.S. spec. models The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON only, if equipped) position. For details about how to use the STARLINK 7.0 Multimedia Plus audio set, refer to the STARLINK 7.0 Multi- media Plus or STARLINK...
Page 269: Tips For Operating The Audio/Visual System
Audio/Audio set Tips for operating the audio/ from a station, the weaker its signal will be. In addition, reception conditions visual system Fading: AM broadcasts are reflected by change constantly as the vehicle moves. the upper atmosphere especially at CAUTION night.
Page 270 Audio/Audio set CD player and disc . This CD player is intended for use with 4.7 in. (12 cm) discs only. Audio CDs . Extremely high temperatures can keep the CD player from working. On hot days, use the air conditioning system to cool the inside of the vehicle before using the .
Page 271 Audio/Audio set CAUTION . Do not use special shaped, trans- parent/translucent, low quality or labeled discs such as those shown in the illustrations. The use of such discs may damage the player, or it may be impossi- ble to eject the disc. .
Page 272 Audio/Audio set lens of the unit. Made for . It may not be possible to play discs . iPod touch (5th generation)* . iPod touch (4th generation) recorded on a personal computer depend- ing on the application settings and the .
Page 273 5-10 Audio/Audio set Corresponding bit rates (Audio) and playback errors, use the appropriate File information file extension. Compatible compressed files (Audio) File type Bit rate (kbps) . This system can play only the first session when using multi-session compa- MP3 files: Item DISC 32 - 320...
Page 274 5-11 Audio/Audio set . M3u playlists are not compatible with ID3 tag the audio device. . This is a method of embedding track- . MP3i (MP3 interactive) and MP3PRO related information in an MP3 file. This formats are not compatible with the audio embedded information can include the device.
Page 275 5-12 Audio/Audio set . Level 2: The file name can have up to 31 characters (including the separation . AAC is short for Advanced Audio mark . and file extension). Each folder Coding and refers to an audio compres- must contain fewer than 8 hierarchies. sion technology standard used with MPEG2 and MPEG4.
Page 276 No audio file This indicates that there is no audio file in the connected iPod. Unplayable file This indicates that the accessed file cannot play back. NOTE If the malfunction is not rectified: Take your vehicle to your SUBARU dealer. CONTINUED...
Page 277: Basic Information Before Use
5-14 Audio/Audio set Basic information before use Touch screen gestures Operations are performed by touching the touch screen directly with your finger. WARNING Operation method Outline Main use When the vehicle is stopped with the engine running, always apply the parking brake for safety.
Page 278 5-15 Audio/Audio set Touch screen operation Entering letters and numbers/list Function screen operation This system is operated mainly by the Delete a character/number entered keys on the screen. into the window. Entering letters and numbers When a screen key is touched, a beep When entering the Bluetooth device name sounds.
Page 279 . When using the SUBARU STARLINK NOTE function (if equipped), the display screen . This unit does not support commer- may be different from the screen above.
Page 280: Basic Operation
5-17 Audio/Audio set only the first two connected devices Turning the system on and off Selecting an audio source will be recognized. 1. Press the AUDIO/TUNE knob. Basic operation This section describes some of the basic features of the audio/visual system. Some information may not pertain to your sys- tem.
Page 281: Unit Settings
Select to display the hands-free . When you push the AUDIO/TUNE settings 5-24. function using your cell phone. PHONE . SUBARU STARLINK settings (if knob while any screen other than the Refer to Hands-free phone audio control screen is displayed, the system 5-70.
Page 282 5-19 Audio/Audio set General settings Bluetooth settings Sound settings Touch the tab for the audio unit basic Touch the tab to set Bluetooth. Touch the tab to set the sound quality. settings. Item Function Item Function Item Function BT De- Balance/ Select to adjust speaker volume Select to pair/connect the...
Page 283 5-20 Audio/Audio set Refer to the following table for the adjustment range of each audio setting item and Item Function default value. Vocal Im- Select to pick-up vocal sound signal from the sound data, and age Con- Item Step Default adjust it to right/left or front/rear.
Page 284 5-21 Audio/Audio set . Volume Balance setting . Vocal image setting Balance/Fader 1. Select the Volume Balance Control 1. Select the Vocal Image Control key. A good balance of the left and right stereo key. channels and of the front and rear sound levels is important for good quality audio program listening.
Page 285 5-22 Audio/Audio set Speed Volume Control Graphic Equalizer The system adjusts to the optimum You can adjust the sound quality by volume and tone quality according to increasing/decreasing the gain for each vehicle speed to compensate for in- frequency range. creased vehicle noise.
Page 286 5-23 Audio/Audio set Sound Restorer You can play compressed audio data with a sound quality that is close to the original sound. Select the ON or OFF key by the right side key of the Sound Restorer key. Virtual Bass Vocal Image Control This function enables you to adjust the Refer to Balance/Fader...
Page 287 5-24 Audio/Audio set screen without polarized sunglasses. Display settings . If the screen is set to Day mode Touch the tab to set display. with the headlight switch turned on, this condition is memorized even with the engine turned off. How to adjust the rear view image In the camera display, the brightness, tint,...
Page 288: Subaru Starlink (If Equipped)
Bluetooth for Android devices. . For details about connecting an iPhone/iPod touch: Refer to Connect- ing and disconnecting a USB memory/ 3. Touch the SUBARU STARLINK key portable device 5-16. on the APPS screen. The disclaimer . For details about registering or con- screen or the error screen is displayed.
Page 289 . You can also switch to aha or . The error screen will be displayed Pandora (if equipped) from the APPS while using SUBARU STARLINK due to screen. one of the following possible reasons. When your smartphone has no...
Page 290: Am/Fm Radio
5-27 Audio/Audio set AM/FM radio Function Control screen and audio panel Turn to adjust volume. Press to turn the audio system on/ off. Turn to step up/down frequencies. Turn to move up/down the list. Also, the knob can be used to enter selections on the list screens by pressing.
Page 291 5-28 Audio/Audio set . The radio automatically blends to an Selecting a station from the list (if HD Radio signal (if equipped) in AM or equipped) FM where available. A station list can be displayed. 1. Touch the tab. How to change the source Select the AM or FM key on the source select screen.
Page 292 5-29 Audio/Audio set displayed. on the screen. You can access a URL by Radio settings reading the QR code using a smartphone, You can perform various radio settings. etc. 1. Touch the tab. 2. Select the desired item from the Delete bookmark from the list following table.
Page 293 5-30 Audio/Audio set AM and FM broadcast sound quality is FM stations can provide additional digital- now crystal clear, with AM sound quality only audio programming on HD2/HD3 that virtually matches FM quality of the Channels. past, and FM broadcasts that have near Available HD Radio technology (if CD-level sound quality.
Page 294 5-31 Audio/Audio set . Turn on the power of the iPod if it is select the desired multicast channel. not turned on. . Once an iPod is connected, the NOTE music tag moves from the radio into . HD Radio stations can be preset.
Page 295 5-32 Audio/Audio set NOTE In addition, the following messages appear. . The tag information can not be Display Message Contents preserved while scanning or caching the radio station. If there is not enough memory in the digital Tag storage full .
Page 296 5-33 Audio/Audio set . Visual information related to content being played on your HD Radio receiver, such as Album Art, historical photographs, still art from live broadcasts, among other related content. CONTINUED...
Page 297 5-34 Audio/Audio set 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 298 5-35 Audio/Audio set Experience Cause Action When the status is changed to acquiring digital When the system determined that the SPS data because the reception condition of SPS station could not be received while receiving The HD Channel is unavailable caution station has improved.
Page 299: Siriusxm Satellite Radio (If Equipped)
5-36 Audio/Audio set SiriusXM Satellite Radio (if Control screen and audio panel equipped) SiriusXM Data Service Data service information, which is com- prised of traffic information and weather information, can be received via the SiriusXM Radio. To receive the data service information in the vehicle, a subscription to the SiriusXM Satellite Radio service is necessary.
Page 300 5-37 Audio/Audio set Function Display the contents information of a channel receiving. Presets list (30 channels max.) is displayed. Refer to Presetting a channel 5-40. Categories list is displayed. Refer to Selecting a channel from the list 5-40. All channels list is displayed. The available received channels are displayed, and you can select a channel.
Page 301 5-38 Audio/Audio set . U.S. customers: How to subscribe to SiriusXM Sa- WARNING tellite Radio Visit www.siriusxm.com or call . SiriusXM Satellite Radio Services To listen to a satellite radio broadcast in 1-866-635-2349 Legal Disclaimers and Warn- the vehicle, a subscription to the SiriusXM .
Page 302 5-39 Audio/Audio set How to change the source NOTE XM and all related marks and logos Select the Sirius XM key on the source . SiriusXM Satellite Services are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio select screen. Refer to Selecting an audio Inc.
Page 303 5-40 Audio/Audio set Presetting a channel Selecting a channel from the list 1. The presets list is displayed via either 1. The categories list is displayed via of the following procedures. either of the following procedures. . When you touch the .
Page 304 5-41 Audio/Audio set In addition, the following messages appear. Direct Tune 1. A channel input screen is displayed Display Message Contents when you touch the tab. An update to your SiriusXM subscription has Subscription Update been received by the SiriusXM tuner. Touch Press OK to Continue any key to continue.
Page 305 5-42 Audio/Audio set SXM setting 1. An option menu screen is displayed when you touch the tab on the lower left side of the screen. The Options screen will appear. Password input screen Lock channel selection screen 3. When the input password is approved, 4.
Page 306: Aha Tm By Harman
5-43 Audio/Audio set In this chapter, iPhone and iPod touch or Android devices will be referred to as a smartphone. WARNING Do not connect or operate the smartphone while driving. Doing so may result in loss of control of your vehicle and cause an accident or serious injury.
Page 307 5-44 Audio/Audio set Control screen and panel Function Select to display the nearby list. Control screen (main screen and station screen) Function Function The track pauses when pressed during playback and plays back when touched Select to display the audio source during pause.
Page 308 5-45 Audio/Audio set NOTE . For safety reasons, certain func- tions are not available while your vehicle is in motion. . In order to maximize signal recep- tion, performance and precision of the smartphone, please ensure the smart- phone is placed as close to the system as possible, while ensuring it is stowed and secure while driving.
Page 309 5-46 Audio/Audio set Outside wireless communication device. downloaded to your smartphone. . When connecting the device via . A current account with a wireless range, such as some countryside areas Bluetooth, the communication speed content service provider. may become slower than via USB. Where the wireless communica- .
Page 310 5-47 Audio/Audio set . For Android device users provider for additional information. About the supported devices . Ability of this product to access This system supports the following de- Android OS Specification Profile connected content is subject to change vices. without notice and could be affected by Bluetooth aha Con-...
Page 311 . Select the aha key on the APPS (http://www.aharadio.com) on the inter- net. screen. Refer to SUBARU STARLINK . The button display will vary depend- 5-25. ing on each station or content item. Example of the main screen NOTE 2.
Page 312: Pandora ® (If Equipped)
5-49 Audio/Audio set ® Pandora (if equipped) CAUTION Pandora is an application for a smart- . Do not leave your smartphone in phone. This can automatically select and the car. In particular, high tem- play recommended tracks. peratures inside the vehicle may By rating the track currently playing, tracks damage the smartphone.
Page 313 . Select the Pandora key on the APPS Press to select an audio source. Refer to Selecting an audio source 5-17. screen. Refer to SUBARU STARLINK 5-25. Press to display the sound setting screen. Refer to Unit settings 5-18.
Page 314 5-51 Audio/Audio set NOTE Station list Store the station When starting-up Pandora, there are You can select, add or delete a station. You can register a station. some smartphone models for which When the tab is touched on the main 1.
Page 315 5-52 Audio/Audio set Function Control screen and audio panel Press to display the sound setting screen. Refer to Unit settings Press to select a track/file. Press and hold to fast forward/re- wind. NOTE . Depending on the compression data format of the inserted CD, some keys may not be displayed on the screen.
Page 316 5-53 Audio/Audio set Loading a disc Unloading a disc Select play mode Press the eject button to remove the disc. The play mode settings display will appear CAUTION when play mode key is touched. Select the preferred play mode from the following Never try to disassemble the audio items.
Page 317: Usb Memory
5-54 Audio/Audio set USB memory Control screen and audio panel Audio files on the USB memory can be played. WARNING Do not operate the player s controls or connect the USB memory while driving. Doing so may result in losing control of your vehicle and cause an accident or serious injury.
Page 318: Ipod
5-55 Audio/Audio set Connecting a USB device iPod Select play mode You can connect a USB device to the The play mode settings display will appear Audio files on the iPod can be played. vehicle USB port. Refer to Connecting when play mode key is touched.
Page 319 5-56 Audio/Audio set NOTE Control screen and audio panel . When an iPod is connected using a genuine USB cable, the iPod starts charging its battery. . When an iPod is connected and the audio source is changed to iPod mode, the iPod will resume playing from the same point it was last used.
Page 320: Bluetooth Audio
5-57 Audio/Audio set iPod settings Bluetooth audio How to change the source You can choose the following items from The iPod operation screen can be The Bluetooth audio system enables the list screen after touching the reached by the following methods: users to enjoy listening to music that is on the screen.
Page 321 5-58 Audio/Audio set . Before using Bluetooth devices, Control screen and audio panel users of any electrical medical device other than implantable cardiac pacemakers, cardiac re- synchronization therapy-pace- makers or implantable cardiover- ter defibrillators should consult the manufacturer of the device for information about its opera- tion under the influence of radio waves.
Page 322 5-59 Audio/Audio set NOTE . Bluetooth device information is re- NOTE . Depending on the Bluetooth device gistered when the Bluetooth device is Depending on the type of portable connected to the Bluetooth audio sys- that is connected to the system, the player connected, some functions tem.
Page 323: Aux
5-60 Audio/Audio set terminal. Icon Function . Do not insert foreign objects into the port as this may damage the Return to the control screen. portable audio device or its term- inal. NOTE If the connected device does not sup- port the group repeat mode, the group functions are not available.
Page 324 5-61 Audio/Audio set Control screen and audio panel Connecting a portable audio device You can connect a portable audio device to the vehicle AUX jack. Refer to Con- necting and disconnecting a USB mem- ory/portable device 5-16. How to change the source The AUX operation screen can be reached by the following methods: .
Page 325: Steering Switches For Audio
5-62 Audio/Steering switches for audio Steering switches for audio Some parts of the audio/visual system can be adjusted using the switches on the steering wheel. + − switch switch Mute/Enter switch List switch Back switch Source switch...
Page 326 5-63 Audio/Steering switches for audio . +/− 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 is thumb up/ − switch is thumb down Pandora main screen (if equipped) Press and hold switch Mode...
Page 327 Press Show list screen . Source switch Mode Operation Function Change audio modes Press NOTE In the aha, Pandora (if equipped) and SUBARU STARLINK (if equipped) mode, some operation may be done on the screen depend on the selected APPS.
Page 328: Bluetooth Settings
5-65 ® Audio/Bluetooth settings ® driving. 3. Touch the tab and then the SET- Bluetooth settings TINGS screen will appear. Registering a Bluetooth phone for the first time WARNING To use the hands-free system, it is necessary to register a Bluetooth phone Be sure to park the vehicle in a safe with the system.
Page 329 5-66 ® Audio/Bluetooth settings . For details about operating the same for both the hands-free system and Bluetooth device, see the manual that Bluetooth audio. comes with it. 1. Display the BT Devices Connection . To cancel the registration, touch the screen.
Page 330 . 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 331: Setting Bluetooth Details
5-68 ® Audio/Bluetooth settings Setting Bluetooth details Bluetooth is set to off or when the Function connection cannot be made with the BT Devices Connection screen This shows the status of the device device. connection profile. (The icon illuminates 1. Press the HOME button. while connected.) NOTE 2.
Page 332 Set key. Display the Bluetooth device name of In-Car-Device setting screen the in-vehicle equipment. The default name is SUBARU BT , which can be NOTE The Bluetooth settings can be confirmed changed by selecting it and entering and changed.
Page 333: Hands-Free Phone System
5-70 Audio/Hands free phone system . When using the hands free function . Before using Bluetooth devices, Hands-free phone system and other Bluetooth functions at the users of any electrical medical same time, the following problems may device other than implantable The hands-free system enables calls to be occur: cardiac pacemakers, cardiac re-...
Page 334: Control Screen
5-71 Audio/Hands free phone system pointed towards the microphone. Control screen Function The sound of the air conditioning Open the Incoming Calls screen. fan is loud. Refer to By incoming calls 5-73. There is a negative effect on Open the Outgoing Calls screen. sound quality due to the phone Refer to By outgoing calls 5-74.
Page 335: Registering/Connecting A Bluetooth Phone
5-72 Audio/Hands free phone system . Microphone Registering/connecting a Using the phone switch/mi- Bluetooth phone crophone The microphone is used when talking on the phone. . Steering switch To use the hands-free system for cell phones, it is necessary to register a cell By pressing the steering switch, a call can phone with the system.
Page 336: How To Change The Hands-Free Phone System
5-73 Audio/Hands free phone system How to change the hands- By incoming calls Item Function free phone system On the phone (menu) screen, select the Display the history of incoming Incoming Incoming Calls key to open the Incom- The phone (menu) screen can be used to calls.
Page 337 5-74 Audio/Hands free phone system When you select an item in the history list When you select an item in the history list By outgoing calls on the Incoming Calls screen, the out- on the Outgoing Calls screen, the out- On the phone (menu) screen, select the going call screen opens.
Page 338 5-75 Audio/Hands free phone system contact data. Delete contacts Function When the Delete All key is selected, all Open a list of contacts that starts with contact data downloaded into the in- the selected character. This key is cross-hatched and cannot be se- vehicle equipment will be deleted.
Page 339: Receiving A Call
5-76 Audio/Hands free phone system . The , and keys are disabled Outgoing screen Function on the outgoing call screen. Switch the screen to the phone Receiving a call (menu) screen. Open the Outgoing Calls screen and Incoming calls dials the entered phone number. This is the same as pressing the off hook When a call is received, the incoming call switch on the steering wheel.
Page 340: Talking On The Phone
5-77 Audio/Hands free phone system By off/on hook switch Function When you receive a call, you can also Put the incoming call on hold. This answer it by pressing the off hook switch function may not work on some cell on the steering wheel.
Page 341: Phone Settings
5-78 Audio/Hands free phone system by operating the cell phone directly. Phone volume settings Function . Transferring methods and opera- The call and ringtone volume can be Open the Options screen. Refer to tions will be different depending on adjusted. A ringtone can be selected. Phone volume settings 5-78.
Page 342 5-79 Audio/Hands free phone system NOTE system 5-73. Function . If your cell phone is neither PBAP 2. Touch the Contacts key, and then Adjust the ringtone volume. The − select the Download Contacts key. nor OPP compatible, the contacts can- key lowers the volume, and the + not be transferred.
Page 343: Voice Command System
5-80 Audio/Voice command system NOTE For PBAP incompatible but OPP Voice command system . Manual transfer operation cannot be compatible Bluetooth phones performed while driving. 1. Select the Download 1 Entry key. The voice command system enables the . If your cell phone is neither PBAP audio, hands-free phone system, etc.
Page 344 5-81 Audio/Voice command system . In the following conditions, the sys- Action Function tem may not recognize the command Start the voice com- properly and using voice commands Press mand system. may not be possible: Cancel voice recogni- The command is incorrect or Press and hold tion.
Page 345: Voice Command System Operation
5-82 Audio/Voice command system Voice command system op- steering wheel and try again. . The notations used in the com- eration mands are as follows. 1. Press the talk switch on the steering < >: Numbers, titles or names to wheel.
Page 346 5-83 Audio/Voice command system Yes or No . 4. Say Dial or press the off hook switch Casual speech recognization . When the system recognizes multi- on the steering wheel. Due to natural language speech recogni- ple names from the contacts list, a tion technology, this system enables re- name candidate list will be displayed NOTE...
Page 347: Command List
5-84 Audio/Voice command system Command list Basic command Commands for changing the audio mode Recognizable voice commands and their Voice command Function actions are shown below. Voice command Function Go back one hierar- NOTE chy or cancel the Change to AM Switch to AM mode .
Page 348 5-85 Audio/Voice command system Commands for Pandora Commands for hands-free phone Commands for AM/FM control Voice command Function Voice command Function Voice command Function Like Mark Like flag Dial Number <0-9, Tunes in the higher Seek Up +, *, #> Change frequency direction Dislike...
Page 349 5-86 Audio/Voice command system Commands for MP3/WMA/AAC, Commands for iPod Control Voice command Function USB control Category Next Voice command Function (page), Previous Displays the category Voice command Function (page), <1-5> Next Track Up Select the next track list screen (page), Previous Track Up Select the next track...
Page 350 5-87 Audio/Voice command system Commands for Bluetooth audio control Voice command Function Pause Pause play Track Up Select the next track Select the current Track Down track Repeat 1 track Repeat, Repeat All, Select a repeat mode Group Repeat 1 Track Repeat Repeat single track Repeat All Repeat all tracks...
Page 351: What To Do If
Cell 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 cell phone. arrange a demonstration in order to confirm...
Page 352 5-89 Audio/What to do if... When registering/connecting a cell phone Page Symptom Likely cause Solution Cell This phone system An incorrect passcode was entered Enter the correct passcode on the cell phone. on the cell phone. The registration operation has not Complete the registration operation on the cell been completed on the cell phone A cell phone cannot be registered.
Page 353 This phone system For USA customers, please visit www.subaru.com for details. Outside of the The profile version of the connected cell USA customers, contact your local dealer to phone may not be compatible with arrange a demonstration in order to confirm Phonebook data cannot be trans- transferring phonebook data.
Page 354 5-91 Audio/What to do if... In other situations Page Symptom Likely cause Solution Cell This phone system The cell phone is not close enough to Bring the cell phone closer to this system. this system. Turn the cell phone off, remove and reinstall the battery pack, and then restart the cell phone.
Page 355: Appendix
5-92 Audio/Appendix Appendix http://www.clarion.com/us/en/support/in- dex.html Certification . iPod Certification for the Hands- . Bluetooth free system Made for iPod and Made for iPhone The Bluetooth word mark and logo are This device complies with Part 15 of FCC mean that an electronic accessory has registered trademarks of Bluetooth SIG, Rules and Industry Canada licence-ex- been designed to connect specifically to...
Page 356: Certification For Mexico Models
5-93 Audio/Appendix (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has Certification for Mexico mod- very low levels of RF energy that it deemed to comply without maximum . IFETEL RCPCLPF14-250 permissive exposure evaluation (MPE). Clarion PF-3547 . IFETEL RCPCLPF14-253 Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d exposition aux rayonnements énoncées Clarion PF-3688 pour un environnement non contrôlé...
Page 358: Interior Equipment
Interior equipment Interior lights ............Rear passenger s cup holder ....... Bottle holders ............Dome light ............Accessory power outlets ........Map lights ............OFF delay timer ..........Use with a cigarette lighter (if equipped)....Sun visors ............Ashtray (if equipped)......... 6-10 Sun visor extension plate (models with the Floor mat (if equipped)........
Page 359: Interior Lights
Interior equipment/Interior lights Map lights Interior lights DOOR: The dome light illuminates auto- matically in the following cases. . Any of the doors is opened. CAUTION . The doors are unlocked using the keyless access function (if equipped). When leaving your vehicle, make Refer to Locking and unlocking with sure the lights are turned off to keyless access entry function...
Page 360: Off Delay Timer
The setting for the period of time in which the lights remain on (OFF delay timer) can keyless access function (if equipped). be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Con- Refer to Locking and unlocking with tact your SUBARU dealer for details. Also, keyless access entry function 2-13.
Page 361: Sun Visor Extension Plate (Models With The Eyesight System)
Interior equipment/Sun visors Sun visor extension plate Vanity mirror with light (models with the EyeSight system) CAUTION Keep the vanity mirror cover closed while the vehicle is being driven to avoid being temporarily blinded by the glare of bright light. CAUTION Do not pull out the extension plate With the sun visor positioned over the side...
Page 362: Storage Compartment
Interior equipment/Storage compartment Glove box Center console Storage compartment CAUTION . Always keep the storage com- partment closed while driving to reduce the risk of injury in the event of a sudden stop or an accident. . Do not store spray cans, contain- ers with flammable or corrosive liquids or any other dangerous items in the storage compart-...
Page 363: Cup Holders
Interior equipment/Cup holders Cup holders Except STI CAUTION 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 The dual cup holder is built into the center CAUTION Type A console near the parking brake lever.
Page 364: Rear Passenger S Cup Holder
Interior equipment/Bottle holders NOTE Bottle holders With the divider taken out, the cup holder can be used as a storage box. CAUTION Rear passenger s cup holder . Do not pick up a bottle from the bottle holder or put a bottle in the CAUTION holder while you are driving, as this may distract you and lead to...
Page 365: Accessory Power Outlets
Interior equipment/Accessory power outlets trim can be used to hold a beverage bottle Accessory power outlets below the climate control dials and in the and other items. center console. Electrical power (12V DC) from the battery is available at any of the outlets when the ignition switch is in either the ACC or ON position.
Page 366: Use With A Cigarette Lighter (If Equipped)
A cigarette lighter plug is et. Doing so may cause a short- cause a short circuit. Do not use available from your SUBARU dealer. circuit and overheating, resulting double adapters or more than in a fire.
Page 367: Ashtray (If Equipped)
Particles of ash and tobacco will accu- . Be sure to use a genuine mulate around the hinges of the ash- SUBARU floor mat or an equiva- tray s inner lid. Clean them off using a toothbrush or a similar narrow-ended lent designed with grommets in implement.
Page 368: Coat Hook
6-11 Interior equipment/Coat hook . Do not use more than one floor Coat hook WARNING mat. Do not place hangers or other hard objects on the coat hooks. If such items were hanging on the coat hooks during deployment of the SRS curtain airbags, they could cause serious injuries by coming off the coat hooks and being thrown...
Page 369: Under-Floor Storage Compartment
6-12 Interior equipment/Under floor storage compartment Under-floor storage compart- Rear view camera (if CAUTION ment equipped) . Always keep the lids closed while driving to reduce the risk of injury in the event of a sudden stop or an accident. .
Page 370 . When replacing the fuse, be sure . Strong light shined on the camera Contact your SUBARU dealer to use a fuse with the specified lens may develop vertical lines around for an inspection. Continued use rating.
Page 371: How To Use The Rear View Camera
NOTE Viewing range on the screen . For models with the genuine CAUTION SUBARU navigation or audio system, the image of the rear view camera has The range that can be viewed with priority over other screen displays. the rear view camera is limited.
Page 372: Help Line
6-15 Interior equipment/Rear view camera tion cannot be seen on the screen. Help line The help line (distance marker and vehicle width line) is a guide to help you realize the actual distance from the screen image. Image from camera Range of view The area from the rear end of the bumper can be viewed.
Page 373 6-16 Interior equipment/Rear view camera Difference between screen image When there is an upward slope at CAUTION and actual road the back . When moving backward, always The distance markers show the distance check the back with your eyes for a level road when the vehicle is not without relying on the help lines.
Page 374 6-17 Interior equipment/Rear view camera Feature of distance marker When there is a downward slope at the back 3 feet (1 m) line 10 feet (3 m) line 3 feet (1 m) The distance marker shows the distance The distance on the screen looks nearer on the road.
Page 376 Starting and operating Fuel ..............Manual transmission ......... 7-17 Fuel requirements ..........Shifting speeds..........7-18 Fuel filler lid and cap........... Driving tips............7-19 State emission testing (U.S. only)...... Driver s Control Center Differential (C.DIFF/ DCCD) (STI) ............. 7-19 Preparing to drive ..........To change mode of driver s control center Starting and stopping the engine (models differential ............
Page 377 Starting and operating ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ......7-36 To turn off the cruise control......7-54 To change the cruising speed ......7-54 ABS self-check........... 7-36 Cruise control indicator ........7-55 ABS warning light ..........7-36 Cruise control set indicator ........ 7-55 Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) BSD/RCTA (if equipped) ........
Page 378: Fuel
Contact Except STI any other state than California, your your SUBARU dealer if you use a fuel with The engine is designed to operate using vehicle will operate on gasoline meeting the specified octane rating and your unleaded gasoline with an octane rating Federal specifications.
Page 379 SUBARU Dealer for service. If it is In addition, some gasoline suppliers are SUBARU dealer. determined that the condition is caused now producing reformulated gasolines, .
Page 380: 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 381 Starting and operating/Fuel left. Do not remove the cap ping mechanism may not func- could be damaged. quickly. Fuel may be under pres- tion, causing fuel to overflow the sure and spray out of the fuel tank and creating a fire hazard. filler neck, especially in hot .
Page 382: State Emission Testing (U.s. Only)
WARNING the SUBARU Limited Warranty. Your vehicle is equipped with a computer . Always use a genuine SUBARU Testing of an All-Wheel Drive model that monitors the performance of the must NEVER be performed on a fuel filler cap.
Page 383: 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 384: Starting And Operating
Starting and operating/Starting and stopping the engine (models without push button start system) . When starting the engine, be sure Starting and stopping the CAUTION to sit in the driver s seat (except engine (models without when using the remote engine Trapping small animals in the cool- push-button start system) start system).
Page 385: Starting Engine
(4) If the engine still refuses to start, when the battery has been discon- warning and indicator lights. Refer to contact your nearest SUBARU dealer nected and reconnected (for mainte- Warning and indicator lights 3-13.
Page 386: Stopping The Engine
(4) If the engine still does not start, Stopping the engine warning and indicator lights. Refer to contact your nearest SUBARU dealer The ignition switch should be turned off Warning and indicator lights 3-13.
Page 387: Starting And Stopping Engine (Models With Push-Button Start System)
Safety precautions a malfunction with the vehicle. starter operates for a maximum of 10 Refer to Safety precautions 2-10. Contact a SUBARU dealer imme- seconds and after starting the engine, the starter stops automatically. diately. Operating range for push- . When the push-button ignition .
Page 388 7-13 Starting and operating/Starting and stopping engine (models with push button start system) such a case, refer to Starting engine MT models CVT models 9-17. 1. Carry the access key, and sit in the 1. Carry the access key, and sit in the .
Page 389: Stopping Engine
(CVT models). activated. Stop the vehicle in a 3. Press the push-button ignition switch. safe location, and contact a The engine will stop, and the power will be SUBARU dealer immediately. switched to OFF . CAUTION WARNING For CVT models: .
Page 390: Remote Engine Start System (Dealer Option)
7-15 Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option) you to start the engine from outside the Models with keyless access Remote engine start system vehicle. In addition, the remote engine with push-button start sys- (dealer option) start system can activate the heater or air conditioner, providing you with a comfor- NOTE table cabin upon entry.
Page 391: Entering The Vehicle While It Is Running Via Remote Start
To 4. Press the push-button ignition switch hold the lock button. The hazard warning change it, please contact your SUBARU while depressing the brake pedal to restart flashers then flash once. dealer. Note that some settings may the engine.
Page 392: Entering The Vehicle Following Remote Engine Start Shutdown
7-17 Starting and operating/Manual transmission Entering the vehicle follow- Manual transmission ing remote engine start shut- down An alarm trigger may occur if the vehicle is opened by the remote keyless entry transmitter within a few seconds immedi- ately following remote engine start shut- down.
Page 393: Shifting Speeds
7-18 Starting and operating/Manual transmission Shifting speeds the driver about the upshift timing. WARNING The shift-up indicator can be activated or Recommended shifting speeds . Do not drive the vehicle with the deactivated. For details, refer to Gear The best compromise between fuel econ- clutch disengaged (i.e., when the position indicator (MT models)/Shift-up omy and vehicle performance during...
Page 394: Driving Tips
7-19 Starting and operating/Driver s Control Center Differential (C.DIFF/DCCD) (STI) When it is necessary to reduce vehicle Driver s Control Center Dif- observe this precaution can lead to speed due to slow traffic, turning corners, engine over-revving and this in turn ferential (C.DIFF/DCCD) (STI) or driving up steep hills, downshift to a can result in engine damage.
Page 395: To Change Mode Of Driver S Control Center Differential
To change mode of driver s tion. Have the vehicle inspected control center differential by your SUBARU dealer. . If a malfunction occurs in the vehicle (for example, when the rear differential oil temperature warning light illuminates), all of...
Page 396: Auto Mode
7-21 Starting and operating/Driver s Control Center Differential (C.DIFF/DCCD) (STI) Auto mode The auto mode has 3 modes as follows. the AUTO [+] mode. After setting the mode, AUTO [+] appears. Mode Operation AUTO [+] This mode emphasizes traction control and strengthens the limitation of differential action that is suitable for driving on slippery roads for vehicle stabi-...
Page 397: Manual Mode
7-22 Starting and operating/Driver s Control Center Differential (C.DIFF/DCCD) (STI) Manual mode Center differential control switch and indicator Push the switch forward to increase the initial LSD torque; when the LOCK In the manual mode, you can use the indicator appears, the initial LSD torque center differential control switch to adjust The control switch is located beside the setting is maximum.
Page 398: Temporary Release
7-23 Starting and operating/Driver s Control Center Differential (C.DIFF/DCCD) (STI) cause a braking effect accompanied by When a temporary spare tire vibration and noise. This does not is installed indicate a problem. The phenomenon When your vehicle is towed will disappear when setting the initial When the vehicle is stopped LSD torque to the minimum.
Page 399: Continuously Variable Transmission
7-24 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission . Immediately after transmission fluid Continuously variable trans- by inertia with the select lever set is replaced, you may feel that the in a forward position or move the mission transmission operation is somewhat vehicle forward by inertia with unusual.
Page 400: Select Lever
7-25 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission this type of system. P (Park) This position is for parking the vehicle and Select lever starting the engine. In this position, the transmission is mechanically locked to prevent the vehicle from rolling freely. When you park the vehicle, first apply the parking brake firmly, then shift into the P position.
Page 401: Selection Of Manual Mode
7-26 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission D (Drive) N (Neutral) Selection of manual mode This position is for normal driving. The This position is for restarting a stalled transmission shifts automatically and con- engine. In this position, the transmission is tinuously into a suitable gear according to neutral, meaning that the wheels and the vehicle speed and the acceleration...
Page 402 7-27 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission NOTE appears, downshifting is possible. When both indicators appear, upshifting Please read the following points care- and downshifting are both possible. When fully and bear them in mind when using the vehicle stops (for example, at traffic the manual mode.
Page 403: 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 404: Driving Tips
Con- ates or rapidly pulls away from a standstill. tact a SUBARU dealer for an inspection This phenomenon does not indicate a as soon as possible. malfunction.
Page 405: Sport (S) Mode
7-30 Starting and operating/SI DRIVE Sport (S) mode Sport Sharp (S#) mode This is ideal for around-town driving and situations that do not require full power For all-around performance driving For maximum performance driving output. It provides better control in difficult driving conditions, such as slippery roads or loose surfaces, due to gentler throttle response.
Page 406: Si-Drive Selector (Sti)
. If any of the SI-DRIVE indicators is returned suddenly (for example, at blink, the SI-DRIVE system may be corners etc.), shift-up will not be applied. malfunctioning. Contact your SUBARU dealer. . While the engine is cool, you cannot NOTE change to Sport Sharp (S#) mode.
Page 407: Si-Drive Switches (Except Sti)
To select the Sport Sharp (S#) mode, change to Sport Sharp (S#) mode. press the S#/I switch when any mode . If any of the SI-DRIVE indicators other than Sport Sharp (S#) mode is blink, the SI-DRIVE system may be selected. malfunctioning. Contact your SUBARU...
Page 408: Limited Slip Differential (Lsd) (Sti)
7-33 Starting and operating/Limited slip differential (LSD) (STI) Except STI Limited slip differential (LSD) Power steering (STI) The vehicle is equipped with a hydraulic The LSD provides optimum distribution of power steering system. The power steer- power according to the difference in ing system operates only when the engine revolutions between the right and left is running.
Page 409: Braking
Starting and operating/Braking assist limitation to occur too fre- Braking wheel is operated. Drive carefully to 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 410: 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 411: Starting And Operating
7-36 Starting and operating/ABS (Anti lock Brake System) ABS warning light ABS (Anti-lock Brake Sys- following distance from other vehicles. tem) Refer to ABS warning light 3-20. . When driving on badly surfaced roads, gravel roads, icy roads, or The ABS prevents the lock-up of wheels over deep newly fallen snow, which may occur during sudden braking or stopping distances may be long-...
Page 412: Electronic Brake Force Distribution (Ebd) System
The EBD system is an integral part of the The EBD system may be malfunctioning. ABS and uses some of the ABS compo- Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU nents to perform its function of optimizing dealer and have the system inspected.
Page 413: Vehicle Dynamics Control System
7-38 Starting and operating/Vehicle Dynamics Control system nearest SUBARU dealer for repair. Vehicle Dynamics Control namics Control is no guarantee that full vehicle control will be system WARNING maintained at all times and under all conditions, its activation . Driving with the brake system...
Page 414 7-39 Starting and operating/Vehicle Dynamics Control system . Traction Control Function NOTE of the Vehicle Dynamics Con- . The Vehicle Dynamics Control sys- trol system is reduced and The traction control function is designed to this should be taken into ac- prevent spinning of the driving wheels on tem may be considered normal when count when driving the vehi-...
Page 415: Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor
7-40 Starting and operating/Vehicle Dynamics Control system . It is always important to reduce Vehicle Dynamics Control speed when approaching a corner, OFF switch even if your vehicle is equipped with the Vehicle Dynamics Control system. . Always turn off the engine before replacing a tire.
Page 416 7-41 Starting and operating/Vehicle Dynamics Control system Dynamics Control OFF indicator light again, turn the ignition switch to the Traction mode turns off. LOCK / OFF position and restart the This mode restricts the functions of the engine. Traction Control System and Vehicle Creating an adequate driving wheel slip by .
Page 417: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) (U.s.-Spec. Models)
Contact your SUBARU sudden drop in tire pressure (for example, the tire placard. Refer to Tires dealer as soon as possible for...
Page 418: Parking Your Vehicle
This device complies with part 15 of the WARNING lant is used, contact your nearest FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the SUBARU dealer or other qualified . Never leave unattended children following two conditions: (1) This de- service shop as soon as possi- or pets in the vehicle.
Page 419: Parking Brake (Models Without Electronic Parking Brake System)
(models with electronic prevent the vehicle from moving parking brake system) and contact your SUBARU deal- . If the electronic parking brake is operated when the brake is over- heated or the vehicle is on a...
Page 420 When the parking brake is applied while malfunction, contact your SUBARU Stop your vehicle in a flat the ignition switch is in the ON position, dealer and have your SUBARU dealer location. the electronic parking brake indicator light release the parking brake.
Page 421 7-46 Starting and operating/Parking your vehicle a short sound several minutes after the the parking brake switch turn off. dicator light illuminates. . Depending on the condition of the electronic parking brake indicator light NOTE illuminates as the system confirms road surface and braking force, the Even if you have applied the parking proper engagement.
Page 422 7-47 Starting and operating/Parking your vehicle Deactivate the Hill Holder function under Hill Holder switch Hill Holder indicator light the following conditions. . When carrying a heavy load WARNING . When you do not frequently use the When stopping on an uphill slope parking brake when stopping on an uphill with the Hill Holder function acti- slope...
Page 423: Parking Tips
Immediately stop your vehicle cause severe or possibly fatal in the nearest safe location and injuries to people. contact your SUBARU dealer. . Do not park the vehicle over When parking on a hill, always turn the flammable materials such as dry steering wheel.
Page 424: Hill Start Assist System (Models Without Electronic Parking Brake System)
7-49 Starting and operating/Hill start assist system (models without electronic parking brake system) Hill start assist system grass, waste paper or rags, as they may burn easily if they come (models without electronic near hot engine or exhaust sys- parking brake system) tem parts.
Page 425: To Activate/Deactivate The Hill Start Assist System
7-50 Starting and operating/Hill start assist system (models without electronic parking brake system) ditions. Hill start assist OFF indicator light is . when the clutch pedal is depressed illuminated while the brake pedal is also depressed When using the Hill start assist system, a (MT models) braking effect may be felt even after the .
Page 426 7-51 Starting and operating/Hill start assist system (models without electronic parking brake system) place the ignition switch in the LOCK / OFF position once and then start over again. To deactivate 1. Park your vehicle in a flat and safe location and apply the parking brake.
Page 427: Hill Start Assist Warning Light/Hill Start Assist Off Indicator Light
We recommend that you con- system is activated. When the Hill start For models with EyeSight system: tact your SUBARU dealer for an in- assist system is activated, the Hill start Refer to the Owner s Manual supple- spection.
Page 428: To Temporarily Cancel The Cruise Control
7-53 Starting and operating/Cruise control SET side and release it. Then release (S#) mode is selected, the select lever/ the accelerator pedal. gear position indicator will change from the current gear position indica- tion to the D indication. To temporarily cancel the cruise control The cruise control can be temporarily canceled in the following ways.
Page 429: To Turn Off The Cruise Control
7-54 Starting and operating/Cruise control To turn off the cruise control The set speed can be increased 1 mph do not shift the lever into the N (1.6 km/h) or 1km/h (0.6mph) each time by position while driving except in case There are two ways to turn off the cruise pressing the RES/SET switch to the of emergency.
Page 430: Cruise Control Indicator
7-55 Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA BSD/RCTA (if equipped) To decrease the speed (by the To decrease the speed (by brake RES/SET switch) pedal) 1. Depress the brake pedal to release The BSD/RCTA consists of rear radar with cruise control temporarily. Blind Spot Detection and Rear Cross Traffic Alert.
Page 431: System Features
7-56 Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA operate at all even when a vehicle is Blind Spot Detection (BSD) Lane Change Assist (LCA) present in a neighboring lane or approaching from either side. The driver is responsible for paying attention to the rear and side areas of the vehicle.
Page 432 7-57 Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) The detection range of the radar sensors The detection range of the radar sensors Vehicle that may be detected The out of detection range of the radar Operating range sensors Vehicle that may not be detected The system notifies the driver of another WARNING vehicle approaching from either side when...
Page 433: System Operation
BSD/RCTA OFF indicator are turned off. for a prolonged time, have the system following conditions. . The vehicle is driven at speeds above inspected at a SUBARU dealer as soon When the rear bumper around 6 mph (10 km/h) (except when reversing). as possible.
Page 434: Bsd/Rcta Approach Indicator Light/Warning Buzzer
7-59 Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA trailer with no cargo and sports BSD/RCTA approach indica- signal lever is operated toward the side cars) in which this light turned on, the indicator tor light/warning buzzer light flashes to warn the driver of dangers. Vehicles that are not approach- While the BSD/RCTA is active, the follow- When reversing the vehicle, the indicator...
Page 435 7-60 Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA when making turns at an intersection) BSD/RCTA approach warning buz- When there is a difference in height zer (only when reversing) between your lane and the neighbor- A warning buzzer sounds along with ing lane flashing of the BSD/RCTA approach in- Immediately after the BSD/RCTA is dicator light to warn the driver of dangers.
Page 436: Bsd/Rcta Warning Indicator
At first, this message will appear Then this message will appear This indicator appears when a malfunction System temporary stop indicator due to occurs in the system. Contact a SUBARU reduced radar sensitivity dealer and have the system inspected. System temporary stop indicator...
Page 437: Bsd/Rcta Off Switch
7-62 Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA BSD/RCTA OFF switch nation meter, and the BSD/RCTA is battery is reconnected, the BSD/RCTA deactivated. will be activated. Press the switch again to activate the BSD/RCTA. The BSD/RCTA OFF indica- Certification for the BSD/ tor disappears. RCTA .
Page 438: Handling Of Radar Sensors
SUBARU dealer for inspection. Do not disassemble the radar sensors. . If the radar sensors require repair or replacement, or the bumper area around the radar sensors requires repair, paintwork or replacement, con- tact your SUBARU dealer for assis- tance.
Page 439: Reverse Automatic Braking System (If Equipped)
. Since the system operation has beeping sound will activate. various limitations, the warning SUBARU and third parties con- sound or automatic braking may tracted by SUBARU may acquire be delayed or may not operate at and use the recorded data for the...
Page 440: Operating Conditions
Promptly contact km/h). However, the system does not cognize the crossing gate as an a SUBARU dealer to have the system guarantee that the vehicle will be able obstacle and the brakes may acti- inspected.
Page 441 7-66 Starting and operating/Reverse Automatic Braking System . The system may not be able to operation may be prioritized. In this Parts attached to the rear bumper case, automatic braking will not oper- properly detect objects or may cause near the sonar sensor ate.
Page 442: Reverse Automatic Braking System Operation
7-67 Starting and operating/Reverse Automatic Braking System narrow garages Reverse Automatic Braking Wheel tracks or a hole is present System operation in the ground of the reversing When the Reverse Automatic Braking direction System is in operation, the range between When reversing over a drainage the vehicle and the detected object will be cover (grate cover)
Page 443 7-68 Starting and operating/Reverse Automatic Braking System Guideline of detecting range Alarm pattern Range of detected object* Distance indicator Warning sounds Long proximity warn- ing (Obstacle detect 35 inches (90 cm) or more Green No warning sound warning) Medium proximity 28 to 35 inches (70 to 90 warning (First braking Yellow + Green...
Page 444 7-69 Starting and operating/Reverse Automatic Braking System 2) First braking and warning: When the system detects an object, if the vehicle keeps reversing, the system de- termines a collision with an object may occur. In this case, short warning beeps will sound and automatic deceleration will be activated.
Page 445: Reverse Automatic Braking System On/Off Setting
7-70 Starting and operating/Reverse Automatic Braking System NOTE Canceling the Reverse Auto- . In the following cases, after the matic Braking system opera- vehicle has been stopped by the Re- tion verse Automatic Braking system, brake The Reverse Automatic Braking system control is released and the electronic can be temporarily cancelled by any of the parking brake operates.
Page 446: Rab Warning Indicator
ON/OFF setting of the object detection malfunctions, the above indicator illumi- warning sound nates on the combination meter. Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer for details. NOTE The Reverse Automatic Braking sys- tem settings that are changed by the . Do not affix any stickers or other items...
Page 447 Starting and operating/Reverse Automatic Braking System malfunction may occur, including inability to detect objects in the reversing direction. If any strong impact is applied to the rear bumper, contact a SUBARU dealer to have the system inspected. . Do not disassemble the sonar sensors. NOTE...
Page 448: Driving Tips
Driving tips New vehicle break-in driving the first Driving on snowy and icy roads ......1,000 miles (1,600 km) ........Corrosion protection..........Snow tires ............Fuel economy hints ..........Tire chains ............8-10 Engine exhaust gas (carbon monoxide).... Rocking the vehicle ........... 8-10 Catalytic converter ..........
Page 449: 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 450: Catalytic Converter
SUBARU dealer. engine has been shut off. This sound is . Do not apply undercoating or rust normal.
Page 451: 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 452: Driving Tips For Awd Models
By shifting power between the front and tire(s), all four tires must be the lead to loss of vehicle control, rear wheels, SUBARU AWD can also same for following items. and it can lead to an accident. provide added traction during acceleration...
Page 453: Driving Precaution
Driving tips/Driving precaution conditions than a two wheel drive vehicle. Driving precaution Winter driving There is little difference in handling, however, during extremely sharp turns or Operation during cold Water entering the engine air intake or the sudden braking. Therefore, when driving weather exhaust pipe or water splashing onto down a slope or turning corners, be sure...
Page 454 Driving tips/Winter driving SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid con- winter driving, stop when and where it is side temperature. If the concen- tains 58.5% methyl alcohol and 41.5% safe to do so and check under the fenders tration is inappropriate, sprayed surfactant, by volume.
Page 455: Driving On Snowy And Icy Roads
Do not use the cruise control on warmth. After the windshield gets warmed slippery roads such as snowy or icy If your SUBARU is not going to be used enough to melt the frozen snow on it, roads. This may cause loss of for an extended period, it is best to have wash it away using the windshield washer.
Page 456: Corrosion Protection
Driving tips/Winter driving Snow stuck on the wiper arm prevents the Snow tires Speedometer/Odometer wiper from working effectively. If snow is calibration stuck on the wiper arm, pull off the road to WARNING Clearance between the body a safe place, then remove it. If you stop and tires .
Page 457: Tire Chains
8-10 Driving tips/Loading your vehicle Tire chains cause you are using a traction device Loading your vehicle could easily lead to a serious accident. CAUTION Rocking the vehicle Tire chains cannot be used on your If you must rock the vehicle to free it from vehicle because of the lack of snow, sand, or mud, depress the accel- clearance between the tires and...
Page 458: Vehicle Capacity Weight
8-11 Driving tips/Loading your vehicle . To prevent cargo and luggage Vehicle capacity weight clutch, brake, or accelerator ped- al and prevent the pedals from from sliding forward during brak- being depressed properly, block ing, do not stack anything in the the driver s vision, or hit the enlarged trunk.
Page 459: Gvwr And Gawr (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating And Gross Axle Weight Rating)
GAW may exceed the GAWR, depending on the distribution of SUBARU assumes no responsibility for the luggage. injuries or vehicle damage that may result When possible, the load should be evenly from trailer towing, from any trailer towing distributed throughout the vehicle.
Page 460: In Case Of Emergency
In case of emergency If you park your vehicle in case of an Using a flat-bed truck......... 9-14 emergency ............Towing with all wheels on the ground....9-15 Electronic parking brake if the electronic Temporary spare tire........... parking brake cannot be released Maintenance tools ..........
Page 461: Temporary Spare Tire
This indicates the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) is unable to monitor all four road wheels. Contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible for tire and sensor replacement and/or sys- The hazard warning flasher should be tem resetting.
Page 462: Maintenance Tools
In case of emergency/Maintenance tools The temporary spare tire is smaller and Maintenance tools lighter than a conventional tire and is designed for emergency use only. Re- Your vehicle is equipped with the following move the temporary spare tire and re- maintenance tools.
Page 463: Flat Tires
In case of emergency/Flat tires Flat tires If you have a flat tire while driving, never brake suddenly; keep driving straight ahead while gradually reducing speed. Then slowly pull off the road to a safe place. Changing a flat tire WARNING .
Page 464 In case of emergency/Flat tires under the floor of the trunk. Refer to the jack. The jack can come out Maintenance tools 9-3. of the jacking point due to a jolt and this can result in a severe NOTE accident. Make sure that the jack is well lubri- cated before using it.
Page 465 CAUTION If the threaded part was damaged, you should immediately contact your SUBARU dealer. 12. Put on the spare tire. Replace the wheel nuts. Tighten them by hand. WARNING Turn the jackscrew by hand until the jack Do not use oil or grease on the head engages firmly into the jack-up point.
Page 466 In case of emergency/Flat tires . When you store a flat tire, be sure to set the rear seatback to the upright position. If you fold down the seatback, an accident or injury may occur when the flat tire suddenly moves. Except STI 14.
Page 467: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) (U.s.-Spec. Models)
If you have a flat tire, replace it one minute, promptly contact a over a sharp object). with a spare tire as soon as SUBARU dealer to have the sys- possible. tem inspected. . When a spare tire is mounted or a...
Page 468: Jump Starting
In case of emergency/Jump starting How to jump start Jump starting 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 WARNING .
Page 469 9-10 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 470: Engine Overheating
5. If there is no coolant in the reserve away from the vehicle until it cools down. tank, add coolant to the reserve tank. . Contact an authorized SUBARU deal- Then remove the radiator cap and fill the radiator with coolant.
Page 471: 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 472 9-13 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 473: Using A Flat-Bed Truck
9-14 In case of emergency/Towing After towing, remove the towing hook from front bumper. To use the rear tie-down holes, remove the vehicle and stow it in the tool bucket. the plugs. After using the rear tie-down Rear tie-down holes: holes, return the plugs to their original Fit the towing hook cover on the bumper.
Page 474 9-15 In case of emergency/Towing . Remember that the brake booster position for CVT models. Shift the shift 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 running.
Page 475: System)
(models with electronic parking brake CAUTION system) Keep metallic objects, magnetic Contact your SUBARU dealer and have sources and signal transmitters your SUBARU dealer release the electro- away from the area between the nic parking brake. access key and the push-button ignition switch.
Page 476: Starting Engine
If the power does not switch even to the ACC or ON position. though the above procedure was fol- 6. Within 5 seconds after the push-button lowed precisely, contact your SUBARU ignition switch turns to the ACC or ON dealer. position, while depressing the brake pedal...
Page 477: Moonroof (If Equipped) If The Moonroof Does Not Close
If the moonroof does not close, we CAUTION 2. Restart the engine. recommend that you have the system checked by a SUBARU dealer. If your vehicle is involved in an Models with keyless access with accident, be sure to inspect the...
Page 478: Appearance Care
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 479: Exterior Care
10-2 Appearance care/Exterior care Exterior care brush when washing down underbody, face, completely rinse off the inner fenders and suspension to remove detergent with water. Otherwise, mud and dirt effectively. Washing the cover surface may be da- maged. Washing the underbody CAUTION Chemicals, salts and gravel used for NOTE...
Page 480: Waxing And Polishing
. Clean the vehicle (including the alumi- Always wash and dry the vehicle before SUBARU dealer or an auto paint specia- waxing and polishing. num wheels) with water as soon as list.
Page 481: Corrosion Protection
Contact your SUBARU dealer to perform this kind above freezing. . Dampness in certain parts of the of maintenance and treatment if you need...
Page 482: Cleaning The Interior
If deteriorate. If the stain does not come out, try a your SUBARU is to be parked for a long commercially-available fabric cleaner. Use time in bright sunlight, it is recommended the cleaner on a hidden place and make...
Page 483: Monitor
10-6 Appearance care/Cleaning the interior Monitor 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 484: Maintenance And Service
Maintenance and service Maintenance schedule ........11-3 Continuously variable transmission fluid ..11-23 Maintenance precautions........11-3 Front differential gear oil (CVT models) and rear differential gear oil........ 11-23 Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment............ 11-4 Recommended grade and viscosity ....11-23 When checking or servicing in the engine Power steering fluid (STI) .......
Page 485 Maintenance and service Tires and wheels ..........11-31 Battery .............. 11-41 Types of tires ........... 11-31 Fuses ..............11-42 Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (if Installation of accessories ......11-44 equipped)............11-31 Replacing bulbs ..........11-44 Tire inspection ..........11-32 Headlights (models with LED headlights)..
Page 486: Maintenance Schedule
The scheduled maintenance items re- hazardous if improperly used or done by an authorized SUBARU dealer. quired to be serviced at regular intervals handled, for example, battery are shown in the Warranty and Main- acid.
Page 487: Before Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment
This may cause a fire. NOTE . When the ignition switch is in the SUBARU does not endorse the use of position, the cooling fan non-SUBARU approved flushing sys- may operate suddenly even tems and strongly advises against when the engine is stopped.
Page 488: When Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment
11-5 Maintenance and service/Maintenance precautions When checking or servicing on it, etc. Deformation of the in the engine compartment insulator and its mount may occur. When checking or servicing in the engine compartment while the engine is running WARNING A running engine can be dangerous. Keep your fingers, hands, clothing, hair and tools away from the cooling CAUTION...
Page 489: Maintenance Tips
11-6 Maintenance and service/Maintenance tips Maintenance tips 3. Remove the entire clip by pulling it up. using a flat-head screwdriver as shown in the illustration. Type B clips 2. Pull the protruded center portion to Some clips and fender linings must be remove the entire body of the clip.
Page 490 11-7 Maintenance and service/Maintenance tips Reinstalling clips Type E clips Type F clips Type A clips 1. Push the center portion of the clip 1. Pull out the head of the clip using a using a Phillips screwdriver until the clip is flat-head screwdriver as shown in the Type B clips raised.
Page 491 11-8 Maintenance and service/Maintenance tips Insert the clip without the head first and Type C clips Type E clips then push the head of the clip into the hole. Insert the clip without the center portion Type D clips first and then push the center portion of the clip into the hole.
Page 492: Engine Hood
11-9 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 493 11-10 Maintenance and service/Engine hood than genuine SUBARU parts to the engine hood. If the engine hood becomes too heavy, the stay may not be able to support holding it open.
Page 494: Engine Compartment Overview
11-11 Maintenance and service/Engine compartment overview Power steering fluid reservoir Engine compartment overview (page 11-24) Brake fluid reservoir/Clutch fluid reservoir (page 11-25) Fuse box (page 11-42) Battery (page 11-41) Windshield washer tank (page 11-38) Engine oil filler cap (page 11-13) Engine coolant reservoir (page 11-18) Engine oil level gauge (page 11-13) Coolant filler tank cap (page 11-18)
Page 495: Except Sti
11-12 Maintenance and service/Engine compartment overview Brake fluid reservoir/Clutch fluid reservoir Except STI (MT models) (page 11-25) Fuse box (page 11-42) Battery (page 11-41) Windshield washer tank (page 11-38) Engine oil filler cap (page 11-13) Engine coolant reservoir (page 11-18) Radiator cap (page 11-18) Engine oil filter (page 11-15) Engine oil level gauge (page 11-13)
Page 496: Engine Oil
If your oil consumption rate is greater than affected by such factors as transmission expected, contact your authorized type, driving style, terrain and tempera- SUBARU retailer who may perform a test ture. Under the following conditions, oil under controlled conditions. consumption can be increased and thus...
Page 497 11-14 Maintenance and service/Engine oil Except STI Except STI Oil level gauge Notch Full level Oil filler cap Full level Low level Oil filter Low level Approximately 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter, 0.9 Imp qt) from low level to full level Approximately 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter, 0.9 Imp qt) from low level to full level CAUTION...
Page 498: Changing The Oil And Oil Filter
If Fully trained mechanics are on standby engine oil gets on the exhaust at a SUBARU dealer to utilize the pipe, be sure to wipe it off. special tools, spare parts and recom- mended oil for this work, and also, To add engine oil, remove the engine oil used oils are properly disposed of.
Page 499 11-16 Maintenance and service/Engine oil CAUTION CAUTION Thoroughly wipe off any engine oil Be careful not to spill engine oil that has spilled over the exhaust when adding it. If oil touches the pipe and/or under-cover. If spilled oil exhaust pipe, it may cause a bad is not promptly wiped up, the oil smell, smoke, and/or a fire.
Page 500: Synthetic Oil
Synthetic oil of the grade and viscosity been shut off and has cooled noted in chapter 12 is the recom- If the SUBARU Super Coolant is down completely. Since the cool- mended engine oil for optimum engine diluted with another brand or ant is under pressure, you may performance.
Page 501: Engine Coolant
LOW level mark, add coolant up to the If the fuse is not blown, have the cooling FULL level mark. If the reserve tank is system checked by your SUBARU dealer. empty, remove the radiator cap and refill coolant up to just below the filler neck as If frequent addition of coolant is neces- shown in the following illustration.
Page 502: Air Cleaner Element
If engine coolant gets on more frequently. It is recommended that the exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe cleaner element not only filters you always use genuine SUBARU parts. it off. intake air but also stops flames if the engine backfires. If the air .
Page 503 11-20 Maintenance and service/Air cleaner element cleaner case cover. Except STI 4. Open the air cleaner case and remove Clips the air cleaner element. 1. Unsnap the two clips holding the air 5. Clean the inside of the air cleaner case cleaner case cover.
Page 504: Spark Plugs
It may be difficult to replace the spark 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 505: Drive Belts
To check the deflection of the front side ranty and Maintenance Booklet . Con- belt, place a straightedge (ruler) across sult your SUBARU dealer for replace- two adjacent pulleys (alternator pulley and ment. crank pulley) and apply a force of 22 lbf...
Page 506: Manual Transmission Oil
Consult your SUBARU dealer for details. in the Warranty and Maintenance Book- to the maintenance schedule in the let . Consult your SUBARU dealer for Warranty and Maintenance Booklet . Recommended grade and details. Consult your SUBARU dealer for details.
Page 507: Power Steering Fluid (Sti)
MIN and MAX line. If the fluid level is extremely low, it may indicate possible leakage. Consult your SUBARU dealer for an inspection. WARNING Be careful not to burn yourself because the fluid may be hot.
Page 508: 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. MAX level line The brake fluid level must be checked in this area.
Page 509: Clutch Fluid (Mt Models)
. 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 510: Brake Booster
(10 N, 1 kgf). pedal generates a greater braking If the free play is not within proper force. However, even though these specification, contact your SUBARU deal- occur, they do not indicate any mal- functions, and the brake assist system CONTINUED...
Page 511: 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 512: Hill Start Assist System
While maintaining a speed of 30 to 40 you apply the brake pedal, have the brake mph (50 to 65 km/h), step on the brake pads serviced by your SUBARU dealer as pedal lightly. Repeat this five or more soon as possible.
Page 513: Breaking-In Of New Brake Pads And Linings (Models Without Electronic Parking Brake System)
WARNING When replacing the brake pad or lining, use only genuine SUBARU parts. After A safe location and situation should replacement, the new parts must be be selected for break-in driving. broken in as follows.
Page 514: Tires And Wheels
11-31 Maintenance and service/Tires and wheels temperature outside. By way of example, Tires and wheels Winter (snow) tires the following table shows the required tire Winter tires are best suited for driving on pressures that correspond to various out- Types of tires snow-covered and icy roads.
Page 515: Tire Inspection
11-32 Maintenance and service/Tires and wheels go to a SUBARU dealer to have the When a tire is replaced, adjustments are as soon as possible. system inspected as soon as possible. necessary to ensure continued normal When a spare tire is mounted or a...
Page 516: Tire Pressures And Wear
Drive slowly to the nearest authorized Incorrect tire pressures detract from con- are cold. Use a pressure gauge to adjust SUBARU dealer and have the vehicle trollability and ride comfort, and they the tire pressures to the values shown on inspected.
Page 517 11-34 Maintenance and service/Tires and wheels . Correct tire pressure (tread worn . Abnormally low tire pressure (tread . Abnormally high tire pressure (tread evenly) worn at shoulders) worn in center) Roadholding is good, and steering is Rolling resistance is high, so fuel con- Ride comfort is poor.
Page 518: Wheel Balance
SUBARU dealer. Also have them adjusted after tire repairs and after tire rotation. CAUTION...
Page 519: Tire Rotation Direction Mark
11-36 Maintenance and service/Tires and wheels Tire rotation direction mark Tire rotation Tire wear varies from wheel to wheel. Move the tires to the positions shown in the illustration each time they are rotated. For the tire rotation schedule, refer to the Warranty and Maintenance Booklet .
Page 520: Wheel Replacement
Wheels ment. not meeting specifications could Ride For safe vehicle operation, SUBARU interfere with brake caliper opera- Handling recommends replacing all four tires at tion and may cause the tires to rub Braking the same time.
Page 521: Aluminum Wheels
In areas where water freezes in winter, the center cap is replaced, be sure to use an anti-freeze type windshield washer replace them with genuine SUBARU parts fluid. SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid designed for aluminum wheels. contains 58.5% methyl alcohol and 41.5% When there is only a small amount of surfactant, by volume.
Page 522: Replacement Of Wiper Blades
11-39 Maintenance and service/Replacement of wiper blades Replacement of wiper blades CAUTION Washer Fluid Freezing Concentration Temperature . Adjust the washer fluid concen- Grease, wax, insects, or other material on 10.48F (−128C) tration appropriately for the out- the windshield or the wiper blade results in −48F (−208C) side temperature.
Page 523: Windshield Wiper Blade Assembly
11-40 Maintenance and service/Replacement of wiper blades . Return the passenger-side wiper Windshield wiper blade as- Windshield wiper blade rub- arm to its original position before sembly returning the driver-side wiper 1. Raise the wiper arm off the windshield. arm to its original position. Otherwise, the passenger-side wiper assembly and driver-side wiper assembly will touch each...
Page 524: Battery
11-41 Maintenance and service/Battery with the grooves in the rubber and slide Battery the blade rubber assembly into the metal support until it locks. WARNING . Before beginning work on or near any battery, be sure to extinguish all cigarettes, matches, and light- ers.
Page 525: Fuses
11-42 Maintenance and service/Fuses Fuses remove rings, metal watchbands, and other metal jewelry. Never allow metal tools to contact the CAUTION positive battery terminal and any- thing connected to it WHILE you are at the same time in contact Never replace a fuse with one hav- with any other metallic portion of ing a higher rating or with material the vehicle because a short cir-...
Page 526 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 527: Installation Of Accessories
LED headlights malfunction. could result in a fire. For the Have your vehicle inspected at a specified wattage of each bulb, SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. refer to Bulb chart 12-16. . Do not touch the glass portion of High beam headlight the light bulb with bare hands.
Page 528 11-45 Maintenance and service/Replacing bulbs Right-hand side Left-hand side Right-hand side: Use a screwdriver to undo the clips on the air intake duct, then remove the air intake duct. Left-hand side 1. Left-hand side: Use a screwdriver to Right-hand side remove the secured clip of the washer 3.
Page 529: Low Beam Headlight
NOTE . If headlight aiming is required, con- sult your SUBARU dealer for proper adjustment of the headlight aim. 1. Disconnect the electrical connector . It may be difficult to replace the from the bulb as pushing the tab.
Page 530: Front Fog Light (If Equipped)
5. Reconnect the electrical connector. 6. Reattach the mud guard. Front fog light (if equipped) NOTE It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. Front side marker light Parking light CONTINUED...
Page 531: Rear Combination Lights
11-48 Maintenance and service/Replacing bulbs mud guard. Rear combination lights 1. Remove the clips. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb as pushing the tab. 1. Remove the clips from the trunk trim with a flat-head screwdriver. 2. Turn over the mud guard. 4.
Page 532: License Plate Light
It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. Backup light Rear turn signal light Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. 3. Remove the bulb socket from the rear combination light assembly by turning it counterclockwise. 1. Open the trunk and remove the clips 4.
Page 533: Replacing Battery
. It is recommended that the battery . Do not let dust, oil or water get on or in the access key/transmitter should be replaced by a SUBARU when replacing battery. dealer. . Use a new battery.
Page 534: Replacing Transmitter Battery
11-51 Maintenance and service/Replacing battery Replacing transmitter battery 2. Wrap a flat-head screwdriver with vinyl 4. Insert a new battery with its positive (+) tape or a cloth, and insert it in the gap to side facing upward as shown in the figure. 1.
Page 535 11-52 Maintenance and service/Replacing 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 536: Specifications
Specifications Specifications ............. 12-2 Temporary spare tires ........12-8 Brake disc ............12-9 Dimensions............12-2 Fuses and circuits ........... 12-10 Engine ............... 12-3 Fuel ..............12-3 Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment ..........12-10 Engine oil ............12-4 Fuse panel located in the engine Manual transmission, front differential and rear compartment ..........
Page 537 12-2 Specifications/Specifications Specifications These specifications are subject to change without notice. Dimensions in (mm) Item Except STI Overall length 180.9 (4,595) Overall width 70.7 (1,795) Overall height 58.1 (1,475) Wheel base 104.3 (2,650) Tread Front 60.2 (1,530) Rear 60.6 (1,540) Ground clearance 4.9 (125)
Page 538: Engine
12-3 Specifications/Specifications Engine Model Except STI EJ25 FA20 Engine model (2.5 L, DOHC, turbo) (2.0 L, DOHC, turbo) Engine type Horizontally opposed, liquid cooled 4 cylinder, 4-stroke petrol engine Displacement cu-in (cc) 150 (2,457) 122 (1,998) Bore 6 Stroke in (mm) 3.92 6 3.11 (99.5 6 79.0) 3.39 6 3.39 (86.0 6 86.0) Compression ratio...
Page 539: Engine Oil
SUBARU dealer. Approved engine oil 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 540 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 541: Manual Transmission, Front Differential And Rear Differential Gear Oil
Manual transmission, front differential and rear differential gear oil Front differential gear oil (CVT Manual transmission oil Rear differential gear oil models) API classification GL-5 (75W-90)* API classification GL-5 SUBARU Extra MT* SUBARU Extra MT* grade Except STI API classification GL-5 API classification GL-5 (75W-90)* (75W-90) 75W-90* SAE viscosity No.
Page 542: Fluids
Fluid Fluid type* Fluid capacity* Remarks* Continuously variable transmission Continuously variable trans- Consult your SUBARU dealer. 13.1 US qt (12.4 liters, 10.9 Imp qt) fluid (CVT models) mission fluid 11-23 FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake fluid...
Page 543: Electrical System
12-8 Specifications/Specifications Electrical system Battery type 55D23L 12V-110A Alternator Except STI 12V-130A SILFR6A (NGK) Spark plugs Except STI ILKAR8H6 (NGK) Tires Tire size 235/45R17 94W 245/40R18 97W 17 6 8J 18 6 8 1/2J Wheel size Pressure Front 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm Rear 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm...
Page 544: Brake Disc
12-9 Specifications/Specifications Brake disc If you need information on the usage limit value of brake discs and the method for measuring them, consult your SUBARU dealer.
Page 545: Fuses And Circuits
12-10 Specifications/Fuses and circuits Fuses and circuits Fuse Fuse Circuit panel rating Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment (Not available) 7.5A Combination meter Door locking Front wiper deicer relay Empty 7.5A Remote control rear view mirrors Seat heater relay Combination meter Integrated unit 7.5A...
Page 546 12-11 Specifications/Fuses and circuits Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse Circuit Circuit panel rating panel rating Trunk 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 Daytime running lights Accessory power outlet...
Page 547: Fuse Panel Located In The Engine Compartment
12-12 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 548 12-13 Specifications/Fuses and circuits Fuse Fuse Circuit panel rating Empty Injection Headlight (low beam right hand) Headlight (low beam left hand) Secondary air combina- tion valve CONTINUED...
Page 549 12-14 Specifications/Fuses and circuits Except STI 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 Fuel pump Transmission control...
Page 550 12-15 Specifications/Fuses and circuits Fuse Fuse Circuit panel rating Empty Injection Headlight (low beam right hand) Headlight (low beam left hand)
Page 551: 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 552 12-17 Specifications/Bulb chart WARNING Wattage Bulb No. High beam headlight 12V-60W Bulbs may become very hot while illuminated. Before replacing bulbs, Low beam headlight (models without LED headlights) 12V-55W turn off the lights and wait until the Parking light (models without LED headlights) 12V-5W bulbs cool down.
Page 553: Vehicle Identification
12-18 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 554: 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 555: Tire Labeling
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 556 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 557: 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 558: 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 559 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 560 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 561 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 562 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 563: Tire Care Maintenance And Safety Practices
13-10 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Tire care maintenance and the tightening torque and tighten- weight of occupants + total weight safety practices ing sequence for the wheel nuts, of optional equipment) Check on a daily basis that the refer to Flat tires For information about vehicle load- tires are free from serious damage,...
Page 564 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 available load capa- Calculate the total weight. city as shown in the following examples: Example 1A...
Page 565 13-12 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Calculate the available load ca- load = 176 lbs (80 kg)). pacity. Calculate the total weight. The total weight now exceeds the capacity weight by 92 lbs (42 kg), so the cargo weight must be Calculate the available load ca- reduced by 92 lbs (42 kg) or more.
Page 566: Determining Compatibility Of Tire And Vehicle Load Capacities
13-13 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Example 2B child to use, the calculations are as reduced by 22 lbs (10 kg) or more. follows: CAUTION Determining compatibility of Calculate the total weight. tire and vehicle load capaci- Your vehicle is neither de- ties signed nor intended to be The sum of four tires maximum...
Page 567: Adverse Safety Consequences Of Overloading On Handling And Stopping And On Tires
13-14 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Determine the combined weight also loaded capacities of the vehi- will shorten vehicle life. of luggage and cargo being loaded cle s suspension, axles and other Tires could fail. on the vehicle. That weight may not Tread separation could occur.
Page 568: 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 569: 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 570: Index
Index...
Page 571 STARLINK 7.0 Multimedia Plus audio set....5-5 Warning light ..........3-28, 3-29 Steering switches for audio ........5-62 Accessories.............. 11-44 SUBARU STARLINK..........5-25 Accessory power outlet..........6-8 Unit setting ............5-18 Air cleaner element ........... 11-19 USB memory ............5-54 Air conditioner Auto-dimming mirror/compass ......
Page 572 14-3 Index Setting Bluetooth details ......... 5-68 Center Booster seat.............. 1-28 Console ..............6-5 Bottle holder..............6-7 Changing Brake Coolant ............... 11-19 Assist ..............7-35 Flat tire ..............9-4 Booster............7-35, 11-27 Oil and oil filter............. 11-15 Disc ..............12-9 Charge warning light ...........
Page 573 14-4 Index Cigarette lighter ............6-9 Deicer ..............3-114 Cleaning Differential gear oil Aluminum wheels........... 10-3 Front............11-23, 12-6 Interior ..............10-5 Rear ............11-23, 12-6 Ventilation grille ............4-9 Dimensions..............12-2 Climate control system ..........4-3 Disarming the alarm system......... 2-29 Automatic..............
Page 574 14-5 Index Electrical system............12-8 Switch..............3-101 Front Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system............3-22, 7-37 Differential gear oil........11-23, 12-6 Electronic parking brake..........7-44 Fog light............ 3-101, 11-47 Automatic release function by accelerator pedal..7-46 Fog light indicator light ..........3-35 Hill Holder .............
Page 575 14-6 Index Head restraint adjustment Illumination brightness control ........3-100 Front seat ............... 1-5 Immobilizer ..............2-3 Rear seat..............1-8 Indicator light (security indicator light)......3-33 Headlight Indicator light Beam leveler ............3-101 BSD/RCTA OFF ............. 3-37 Bulb replacement ..........11-44 BSD/RCTA warning ..........
Page 576 14-7 Index Tail light............... 11-48 Turn signal ..........3-99, 11-48 Key ................2-3 Number ..............2-3 Limited slip differential (LSD)........7-33 Reminder chime............3-5 Loading your vehicle ........... 8-10 Replacement ............2-4 Low fuel warning light ..........3-24 Keyless access entry function........2-13 Low tire pressure warning light ........
Page 577 14-8 Index Seat............... 1-5 New vehicle break-in driving.......... 8-2 Steering ..............7-33 Steering fluid..........11-24, 12-7 Steering warning light..........3-25 Precautions against vehicle modification....1-21, 1-61 Odometer..............3-9 Preparing to drive ............7-8 Oil filter..............11-15 Push-button Oil level Ignition switch ............3-6 Engine..............
Page 578 14-9 Index Power steering fluid..........12-7 Rear differential gear oil.......... 12-6 Safety Spark plugs............12-8 Precautions when driving..........4 Refueling ..............7-5 Symbol..............2 Remote engine start system ........7-15 Warnings ..............2 Remote keyless entry system ........2-21 Seat Replacement Fabric ..............
Page 579 14-10 Index SI-DRIVE mode ............7-29 Snow tires............8-9, 11-31 Tachometer..............3-10 Snowy and icy roads ............ 8-8 Temperature gauge............. 3-11 Sounding a panic alarm ..........2-23 Temperature warning light Spark plugs............11-21, 12-8 AT OIL TEMP............3-18 Specifications ............12-2 Rear differential oil..........
Page 580 14-11 Index Turn signal AT OIL TEMP............3-18 Indicator lights ............3-35 Automatic headlight beam leveler ......3-35 Lever..............3-99 Brake system............3-21 Charge..............3-17 CHECK ENGINE ............ 3-16 Door open ............. 3-25 Under-floor storage compartment ......... 6-12 Driver s Control Center Differential......3-36 Engine low oil level..........
Page 581 14-12 Index Windshield Washer fluid ............11-38 Wiper and washer switches........3-104 Wiper blades ............11-40 Wiper deicer............3-114 Winter Driving..............8-6 Tires............. 8-9, 11-31 Wiper and washer ............ 3-103 Wiper deicer............. 3-114...
Page 585 GAS STATION REFERENCE Fuel: Fuel capacity: 15.9 US gal (60 liters, 13.2 Imp gal) The engine is designed to operate at maximum performance Engine oil: using unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 93 AKI (98 Use only the following oils. RON) or higher.
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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

Child Safety Locks

Windows

Trunk Lid

Instruments and Controls

Climate Control

Ventilator Control

Climate Control Panel

Automatic Climate Control Operation

Manual Climate Control Operation

Defrosting

Operating Tips for Heater and Air Conditioner

Air Filtration System

Audio

Audio Set

Antenna

Steering Switches for Audio

Bluetooth Settings

Hands-Free Phone System

Voice Command System

What to Do if

Appendix

Interior Equipment

Starting and Operating

Fuel

State Emission Testing (U.S. Only)

Preparing to Drive

Starting and Stopping the Engine (Models Without Push-Button Start System)

Starting and Stopping Engine (Models with Push-Button Start System)

Remote Engine Start System (Dealer Option)

Manual Transmission

Driver S Control Center Differential (C.DIFF/ DCCD) (STI)

Continuously Variable Transmission

SI-DRIVE (if Equipped)

Limited Slip Differential (LSD) (STI)

Power Steering

Braking

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)

Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System

Vehicle Dynamics Control System

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (U.S.-Spec. Models)

Parking Your Vehicle

Hill Start Assist System (Models Without Electronic Parking Brake System)

Cruise Control

BSD/RCTA (if Equipped)

Reverse Automatic Braking System Operation

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