Page 1 Foreword Congratulations on choosing a SUBARU vehicle. This Owner’s Manual has all the information necessary to keep your SUBARU in excellent condition and to properly maintain the emission control system for minimizing emission pollutants. We urge you to read this manual carefully so that you may understand your vehicle and its operation.
Page 2 This manual describes the following vehicle types.* * The illustrated vehicle is one of the FORESTER series.
Page 3 This chapter informs you when you need Chapter 3: Instruments and controls to take your SUBARU to the dealer for This chapter informs you about the opera- scheduled maintenance and informs you tion of instrument panel indicators and...
Page 4 Please read these safety warnings as well Front-wheel drive as all other portions of this manual care- fully in order to gain a better understand- High intensity discharge ing of how to use your SUBARU vehicle Intermittent safely. Light emitting diode WARNING...
Page 5 Vehicle symbols Abbreviation Meaning Mark Name S00AC Right-hand drive There are some of the symbols you may Power window with automatic open and close function see on your vehicle. Research octane number For warning and indicator lights, refer to Supplemental restraint sys- “...
Page 6 Mark Name Mark Name Mark Name Wiper intermittent Engine hood Brake fluid Windshield washer Fan speed Door lock (transmitter) Windshield wiper mist (for Instrument panel outlets Door unlock (transmitter) single wipe) Instrument panel outlets and Rear window wiper Rear gate unlock (transmitter) foot outlets Rear window washer Foot outlets...
Page 7 & Child safety Safety precautions when considerable speed and force. S00AD02 Occupants who are out of proper driving position when the SRS airbag WARNING S00AD & Seatbelt and SRS airbag deploys could suffer very serious . Never hold a child on your lap or injuries.
Page 8 with considerable speed and dentally injure themselves or ing the vehicle. force and can injure or even kill others through inadvertent op- . Never run the engine in a closed children, especially if they are eration of the vehicle. Also, on space, such as a garage, except not restrained or improperly re- hot or sunny days, the tempera-...
Page 9 & Drinking and driving & Drugs and driving & Driving when tired or sleepy S00AD04 S00AD05 S00AD06 WARNING WARNING WARNING Drinking and then driving is very There are some drugs (over the When you are tired or sleepy, your dangerous. Alcohol in the blood- counter and prescription) that can reactions will be delayed and your stream delays your reactions and...
Page 10 & Modification of your vehicle & Driving vehicles equipped handle. Never restrain pets or pet carriers in the front passenger’s seat. For further S00AD07 with navigation system information, consult your veterinarian, S00AD09 CAUTION local animal protection society or pet WARNING shop.
Page 11 & On-road and off-road driving EU Battery directive 2006/66/ The following devices utilize batteries that do not have the symbol: S00AD13 This vehicle is classified as a utility vehicle. Utility vehicles have a significantly S00AJ Followings are the symbol of EU Battery higher rollover rate than other types of Directive 2006/66/EC.
Page 12: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Keys and doors Instruments and controls Climate control Audio Interior equipment Starting and operating Driving tips In case of emergency Appearance care Maintenance and service Specifications Supplement Index...
Page 13 Engine hood (page 11- Illustrated index s11ac Headlight switch (page 3- s03ah01 S00AE & Exterior Replacing bulbs (page 11- s11be Wiper switch (page 3- s03am01 S00AE01 Sunroof (page 2- s02am Roof rails (page 8- s08aj04 Door locks (page 2- s02ac Tire pressure (page 11- s11av04 Flat tires (page 9-...
Page 14 Rear window defogger (page 3- s03bi Fuel filler lid and cap (page 7- s07aa02 Child safety locks (page 2- s02ag Tie-down hooks (page 9- s09af01 Rear gate (page 2- s02aj Towing hook (page 9- s09af01 – CONTINUED –...
Page 15 & Interior Anchor bars for ISOFIX child restraint system (page 1- s01ag08 S00AE02 Seatbelt (page 1- Passenger compartment area s01ae Parking brake lever (page 7- S00AE0201 s07ap01 Front seat (page 1- s01aa Rear seat (page 1- s01ac...
Page 16 Center console (page 6- s06ad02 Cup holder (page 6- s06ae Ashtray (page 6- s06ag Front power supply socket (page 6- s06af Glove box (page 6- s06ad01 – CONTINUED –...
Page 17 & Instrument panel Door locks (page 2- s02ac Outside mirror switch (page 3- S00AE03 s03ap03 Illumination brightness control Left-hand drive models (page 3- S00AE0301 s03aj Headlight beam leveler (page 3- s03at Light control lever (page 3- s03ah Combination meter (page 3- s03ad Paddle shift (page 7- s07at0203...
Page 18 Door locks (page 2- Right-hand drive models s02ac Outside mirror switch (page 3- S00AE0302 s03ap03 Headlight beam leveler (page 3- s03at Illumination brightness control dial (page 3- s03aj Light control lever (page 3- 37) or s03ah Wiper control lever (page 3- s03am Combination meter (page 3- s03ad...
Page 19 & Light control and wiper control levers/switches Windshield wiper (page 3- s03am01 Mist (page 3- S00AE04 s03am0102 Windshield washer (page 3- Except Australia models s03am0104 S00AE0401 Rear window wiper and washer switch (page 3- s03am02 Wiper intermittent time control switch (page 3- s03am0103 Wiper control lever (page 3-...
Page 20 Turn signal (page 3- Australia models s03ai Headlight flasher High/Low beam S00AE0402 change (page 3- s03ah02 Headlight ON/OFF (page 3- s03ah01 Front fog light switch (page 3- s03ba01 Light control switch (page 3- s03ah Wiper control lever (page 3- s03am Wiper intermittent time control switch (page 3- s03am0103...
Page 21 & Combination meter Tachometer (page 3- s03ad06 Trip meter and odometer (page 3- S00AE05 s03ad09 Type A Select lever and gear position indicator S00AE0515 (page 3- s03ae43 Speedometer (page 3- s03ad03 Information display switching knob (left- hand drive models) (page 3- 34)/Trip s03az meter A/B selection and trip meter reset...
Page 22 Tachometer (page 3- Type B s03ad06 Trip meter and odometer (page 3- S00AE0516 s03ad09 Select lever and gear position indicator (page 3- s03ae43 Speedometer (page 3- s03ad03 Information display switching knob (left- hand drive models) (page 3- 34)/Trip s03az meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob (right-hand drive models) (page 3- s03ad02...
Page 23 Tachometer (page 3- s03ad06 Type C Trip meter and odometer (page 3- S00AE0534 s03ad09 Speedometer (page 3- s03ad03 Information display switching knob (left- hand drive models) (page 3- 34)/Trip s03az meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob (right-hand drive models) (page 3- s03ad02 ECO gauge (page 3-...
Page 24 Tachometer (page 3- Type D s03ad06 Speedometer (page 3- S00AE0540 s03ad03 Fuel gauge (page 3- s03ad07 Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob (page 3- s03ad02 Odometer/Trip meter (page 3- s03ad09 Select lever and gear position indicator (AT models) (page 3- s03ae43 Coolant temperature low indicator light/ Coolant temperature high warning light...
Page 25 Tachometer (page 3- s03ad06 Type E Speedometer (page 3- S00AE0541 s03ad03 Fuel gauge (page 3- s03ad07 Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob (page 3- s03ad02 Odometer/Trip meter (page 3- s03ad09 Coolant temperature low indicator light/ Coolant temperature high warning light (page 3- s03ae48...
Page 26 & Warning and indicator lights Mark Name Page Mark Name Page S00AE06 Mark Name Page Brake system warning Front fog light indicator s03a- s03a- light light (if equipped) Seatbelt warning light s03a- (if equipped) Rear fog light indicator Door open warning light s03a- s03a- light (if equipped)
Page 27 Mark Name Page LO position indicator light (dual range MT s03a- models) Preheating indicator light s03a- (diesel engine models) Diesel particulate filter warning light s03a- (diesel engine models) Over-rev warning light s03a- (diesel engine models)
Page 28 S00AF A SUBARU dealer can change the settings of the functions shown in the following table to meet your personal requirements. We recommend that you contact the nearest SUBARU dealer for details. If your vehicle is equipped with the genuine SUBARU navigation system, the settings for some of these functions can be changed using the navigation monitor.
Page 29 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Front seats............System monitors ..........1-22 System servicing ..........1-22 Manual seat ............Power seat (driver’s seat – if equipped) ....Precautions against vehicle modification .... 1-22 Child restraint systems ........1-23 Head restraint adjustment........Active head restraint ...........
Page 30: Seat, Seatbelt And Srs Airbags
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Front seats used in the upright position in a dren are lighter and weaker than collision, the risk of sliding under adults, their risk of being injured S01AA the lap belt and of the lap belt from deployment is greater.
Page 31: Manual Seat
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Manual seat Reclining the seatback S01AA0102 S01AA01 Forward and backward adjustment S01AA0101 WARNING Pull the reclining lever up and adjust the seatback to the desired position. Then To prevent the passenger from slid- Pull the lever upward and slide the seat to release the lever and make sure the ing under the seatbelt in the event of the desired position.
Page 32: Power Seat (Driver's Seat - If Equipped)
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Power seat (driver’s seat – if Seat height adjustment (if equipped) equipped) S01AA0103 S01AA02 WARNING When the lever is pushed down, the seat Seat position forward/backward con- To prevent the passenger from slid- is lowered. trol switch ing under the seatbelt in the event of When the lever is pulled up, the seat...
Page 33: Head Restraint Adjustment
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Head restraint adjustment & Active head restraint To remove: S01AA04 S01AA05 While pressing the release button, pull out the head restraint. To install: Install the head restraint into the holes that are located on the top of the seatback until the head restraint locks.
Page 34: Seat Heater (If Equipped)
When using the heater, always be ized SUBARU dealer inspect the sure to warn the persons con- active head restraints. cerned. . The active head restraints may .
Page 35: Rear Seats
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags The seat heaters operate when the igni- Rear seats tion switch is either in the “Acc” or “ON” S01AC position. To turn on the seat heater, push the LO or HI position on the switch, as desired, depending on the temperature.
Page 36: Armrest
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Armrest WARNING S01AC01 . 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. Therefore, when you remove the head restraints, you must reinstall all head re- straints to protect vehicle occu-...
Page 37: Reclining The Seatback
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags When the seats are not occupied, lower extended position. the head restraints to improve rearward When the rear center seating position is visibility. not occupied, lower the head restraint to Rear center seating position improve rearward visibility. S01AC0304 &...
Page 38: Folding Down The Rear Seatback
1-10 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags . Secure all objects and especially Push the switch and adjust the seatback will increase, and both can result in to the desired position. serious internal injury or death. long items properly to prevent them from being thrown around Then release the switch and make sure inside the vehicle and causing...
Page 39: Seatbelts
1-11 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Seatbelts CAUTION S01AE & Seatbelt safety tips The rear seatback may automati- cally and forcefully fold down be- S01AE01 cause of its internal spring. Place WARNING your hand on the seatback to lower . All persons in the vehicle should it more gradually.
Page 40: Emergency Locking Retractor (Elr)
1-12 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags . Put children in the REAR seat “ Child restraint systems” F1- Expectant mothers s01ag S01AE0103 properly restrained at all times in a child restraint device or in a seatbelt, whichever is appropri- Infants or small children ate for the child’s age, height and S01AE0101 Use a child restraint system that is...
Page 41: Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/Elr) (If Equipped)
1-13 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Automatic/Emergency Lock- how to install the child restraint system well back and upright in the seat. “ using a seatbelt, refer to Installing ing Retractor (A/ELR) (if To reduce the risk of sliding s01ag11 child restraint systems with seatbelts”...
Page 42 1-14 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags until you hear a click. Front seatbelts S01AE0601 1. Adjust the seat position. Driver’s seat: Adjust the seatback to the upright position. Move the seatback as far from the steering wheel as practical while still maintaining full vehicle control.
Page 43 1-15 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! Adjusting the front seat shoulder without touching the neck. Rear seatbelts (except rear center seatbelt) belt anchor height To raise: S01AE060101 S01AE0602 1. Sit well back in the seat. Slide the anchor up. WARNING 2.
Page 44 1-16 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Push the button on the buckle. Before closing the door, make sure that the belts are retracted properly to avoid catching the belt webbing in the door. Rear center seatbelt S01AE0603 4. To make the lap part tight, pull up on WARNING the shoulder belt.
Page 45 1-17 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ries during sudden braking or in a collision since it may slip up on your neck. 2. Pass the seatbelt through the belt WARNING guide. . Be sure to fasten both tongue plates to the respective buckles. Rear center seatbelt is stowed in the If the seatbelt is used only as a recess of the ceiling above the cargo area.
Page 46 1-18 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! Unfastening the seatbelt is heard. S01AE060301 If the belt stops before reaching the buckle, return the belt slightly and pull it out more slowly. If the belt still cannot be unlocked, let the belt retract slightly after giving it a strong pull, then pull it out slowly again.
Page 47: Seatbelt Maintenance
1-19 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags . Make sure that the seatbelt is You should hold the webbing end and guide it back into the retractor while it is fully rolled up so that the tongue rolling up. Neatly store the tongue plate in plates are neatly stored.
Page 48: Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
1-20 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Front seatbelt pretensioners When a seatbelt pretensioner is activated, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon an operating noise will be heard and a as possible. S01AF . If the front seatbelt retractor assem- small amount of smoke will be released.
Page 49: Seatbelt With Shoulder Belt And Lap Belt Pretensioners (Driver's Side - Australia Models Only)
When a seatbelt pretensioner is activated, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon an operating noise will be heard and a as possible. & Seatbelt with shoulder belt small amount of smoke will be released.
Page 50: System Monitors
S01AF05 We recommend that you consult your any circuit related to the seatbelt SUBARU dealer if you want to install any & System monitors pretensioner and SRS airbag accessory parts to your vehicle. systems. For required servicing...
Page 51: Child Restraint Systems
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags properly secured in the vehicle. When Child restraint systems parts that match the quality of installing the child restraint system, care- genuine SUBARU accessory S01AG fully follow the manufacturer’s instructions. parts. NOTE . Modification of the suspension...
Page 52: Where To Place A Child Restraint System
1-24 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Where to place a child re- straint system S01AG01 The following descriptions are SUBARU’s recommendations on where to place a child restraint system in your vehicle. Right-hand drive models WARNING A: Front passenger’s seat Do not install a child restraint system .
Page 53 1-25 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags In this seating position, you should use perly restrained. Because chil- Warning label only a child restraint system that has a S01AG0101 dren are lighter and weaker than bottom base that fits snugly against the adults, their risk of being injured contours of the seat cushion and can be from deployment is greater.
Page 54: Choosing A Child Restraint System
1-26 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Choosing a child restraint Group 0: for children of a mass less than 10 kg system Group 0 : for children of a mass less than S01AG02 13 kg Group I: for children of mass from 9 to 18 Group II: for children of mass from 15 to 25 kg Group III: for children of mass from 22 to...
Page 55: Child Restraint Suitability For Each Seating Position (Europe)
II, III : Suitable for “SUBARU Baby-safe plus” that is approved for the use in this mass group. : Suitable for “SUBARU Baby-safe plus + ISOFIX base” that is approved for the use in this mass group. (* : With ISOFIX fastening only) : Recommended for “SUBARU Duo plus”...
Page 56: Installing Child Restraint Systems With Seatbelts
6: ISOFIX position not suitable for ISOFIX child restraint systems in this mass group and/or this system, follow the manufacturer’s size class. instructions supplied with it. After IL1: SUBARU BABY-SAFE Plus + ISOFIX base IL2: SUBARU KIDFIX installing the child restraint system, check to ensure that it is held securely in position.
Page 57 1-29 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags buckle. child suffering personal injury in the event of an accident may be in- creased. WARNING NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FA- Installing a rearward facing child CING CHILD SEAT IN THE FRONT restraint S01AG1101 PASSENGER’S SEAT.
Page 58 1-30 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! Models without ALR Installing a forward facing child S01AG110203 restraint S01AG1102 First check if the Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) is equipped for the seatbelts of the vehicle according to the following procedure. 1. Draw out the seatbelt completely. 2.
Page 59 1-31 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags down into the seat cushion and then tightening the seatbelt. ! Models with ALR S01AG110204 4. Take up the slack in the lap belt. 6. Before having a child sit in the child restraint system, try to move it back and 5.
Page 60: Installing A Booster Seat
1-32 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags . Do not leave an unsecured child press the release button on the seatbelt buckle and allow the belt to retract restraint system in your vehicle. completely. The belt will return to the Unsecured child restraint sys- ELR mode.
Page 61 1-33 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags effective in preventing or redu- cing injury. . Place the lap belt as low as possible on the child’s hips. A high-positioned lap belt will in- crease the risk of sliding under the lap belt and of the lap belt sliding up over the abdomen, and both can result in serious inter- nal injury or death.
Page 62: Installation Of Child Restraint Systems Using Isofix Anchor Bars
1-34 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Installation of child restraint tight and secure, the danger of your systems using ISOFIX an- child suffering personal injury in the event of an accident may be in- chor bars creased. S01AG08 WARNING .
Page 63 1-35 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags You will find the marks “ ” on the cover at the bottom of the rear seat seatbacks. These marks indicate the positions of the ISOFIX anchor bars. 2. While following the instructions sup- 3.
Page 64: Top Tether Anchorages
1-36 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags anchorage and tighten the top tether. For position. Anchorage location “ additional instructions, refer to S01AG0901 s01ag09 To hook the top tether F1-36. tether anchorages” S01AG0902 CAUTION For further information about the child restraint system, refer to the instruction Always remove the head restraint manual supplied by the child restraint when mounting a child restraint...
Page 65: Srs Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
We recommend that you contact your S01AH *SRS: This stands for supplemental re- SUBARU dealer if you have any question straint system. This name is used be- regarding the installation of a child re- cause the airbag system supplements the straint system.
Page 66 1-38 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags “ F1-11. gers) (if equipped) refer to Seatbelts” ment, the driver should always s01ae sit upright and well back in the . Do not sit or lean unnecessarily These SRS airbags are designed only seat as far from the steering close to the SRS airbag.
Page 67 1-39 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags NOTE FRONT SEAT. DOING SO RISKS WARNING SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO When you sell your vehicle, we urge THE CHILD BY PLACING THE . Put children in the REAR seat you to explain to the buyer that it is CHILD’S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO equipped with SRS airbags by alerting properly restrained at all times in...
Page 68 1-40 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Airbag control module (including impact sensors) Frontal airbag module (driver’s side) Frontal airbag module (front passenger’s side) Front sub sensor (left-hand side) Front sub sensor (right-hand side) Side airbag module (driver’s side – if equipped) Side airbag module (front passenger’s side –...
Page 69 1-41 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Airbag control module (including impact sensors) Frontal airbag module (driver’s side) Frontal airbag module (front passenger’s side) Front sub sensor (right-hand side) Front sub sensor (left-hand side) Side airbag module (driver’s side – if equipped) Side airbag module (front passenger’s side –...
Page 70: Srs Frontal Airbag
1-42 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & SRS frontal airbag BY PLACING THE CHILD’S HEAD S01AH02 TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG. The driver’s SRS frontal airbag is stowed in the center portion of the steering wheel. The passenger’s SRS frontal airbag is stowed near the top of the dashboard under an “SRS AIRBAG”...
Page 71 1-43 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags seatbelt to help avoid injuries that can result when the SRS airbag contacts an occupant not in proper position such as one thrown toward the front of the vehicle during pre- accident braking. WARNING WARNING Never hold a child on your lap or in The SRS airbag deploys with con-...
Page 72 1-44 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Operation S01AH0207 WARNING Do not attach accessories to the windshield, or fit an extra-wide mir- ror over the rear view mirror. If the SRS airbag deploys, those objects could become projectiles that could seriously injure vehicle occupants. Driver’s side Passenger’s side SRS AIRBAGs deploy as soon as a collision occurs.
Page 73 1-45 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags The SRS airbag can function only when fairly loud inflation noise will be heard and level differs from one type of collision to the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. some smoke will be released. These another, and it may have no bearing on occurrences are normal result of the the visible damage done to the vehicle...
Page 74 1-46 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! At what other times might the SRS plunges into a deep ditch, is severely impacted or knocked hard against an frontal airbags deploy? S01AH020702 obstacle on the road such as a curb). The SRS frontal airbags may be activated when the vehicle sustains a hard impact in the undercarriage area from the road surface (such as when the vehicle...
Page 75 1-47 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags The vehicle strikes an object, such as a ! When is the SRS frontal airbags unlikely to deploy? telephone pole or sign pole. The vehicle slides under the load bed of S01AH020703 a truck. The vehicle sustains an oblique offset frontal impact.
Page 76: Srs Side Airbag And Srs Curtain Airbag (If Equipped)
1-48 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & SRS side airbag and SRS ! When will the SRS frontal airbags low-speed frontal collision. curtain airbag (if equipped) not deploy? S01AH020704 S01AH03 The SRS side airbag is stored in the door side of each front seat seatback, which bears an “SRS AIRBAG”...
Page 77 1-49 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags to wear your seatbelt to help avoid side airbag. WARNING injuries that can result when an . Since your vehicle is equipped occupant is not seated in a proper with SRS curtain airbags, do not Do not rest your arm on either front upright position.
Page 78 1-50 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags force of the SRS curtain airbag a front pillar, a center pillar, a rear deployment could injure the child pillar, the windshield, a side win- seriously because his/her head is dow, an assist grip, or any other close to the SRS curtain airbag.
Page 79 1-51 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags right center pillars and rear wheel houses. Operation S01AH0301 Another impact sensor, which also senses impact force, is located under the rear center seat. If one of the center pillar impact sensors and the impact sensor that is located under the rear center seat together sense an impact force above a predetermined level in a side collision, the control module...
Page 80 1-52 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! When will the SRS side airbag and the seat on the side on which an impact is impact. Also, it is basically not designed to applied. deploy in frontal or rear impacts because SRS curtain airbag most likely de- SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag ploy?
Page 81 1-53 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags The vehicle is involved in an oblique ! When are the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag unlikely to deploy? side-on impact. The vehicle is involved in a side-on S01AH030102 impact in an area outside the vicinity of the passenger compartment.
Page 82: Srs Airbag System Monitor
1-54 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! When will the SRS side airbag and The SRS side airbag and SRS curtain on the second. airbag are basically not designed to SRS curtain airbag not deploy? & SRS airbag system monitor S01AH030103 deploy if the vehicle is involved in a frontal collision or is struck from behind.
Page 83: Srs Airbag System Servicing
. Frontal airbag module have the system checked immedi- serviceable parts. Do not use – Driver’s side ately by your nearest SUBARU deal- electrical test equipment on any – Front passenger’s side er. Unless checked and properly circuit related to the SRS airbag .
Page 84: Precautions Against Vehicle Modification
(only for models with SRS curtain . Installation of custom seats (only tact your SUBARU dealer as soon as airbags) for models with SRS side air- possible in the following cases.
Page 85 Do not perform any of the following modifications. Such modifications We recommend that you always consult can interfere with proper operation your SUBARU dealer if you want to install of the SRS airbag system. any accessory parts on your vehicle. . Attachment of any equipment (bush bar, bullbar, winches, snow plow, skid/sump plate, etc.) to the...
Page 86 Keys and doors Keys ..............Remote keyless entry system (if equipped) ............ 2-16 Key number plate and security ID plate....Locking and unlocking doors ......2-17 Immobilizer ............Unlocking rear gate ........... 2-18 Immobilizer indicator light ........Replacing battery..........2-19 Key replacement ..........
Page 87: Keys
Keys and doors & Key number plate and secur- Keys ity ID plate S02AA S02AA01 NOTE For models with “keyless access with push-button start system”, refer to “ Keyless access with push-button s02ap F2-8. start system” Type B Your vehicle has two or three keys, a key number plate and a security ID plate.
Page 88: Immobilizer
Keys and doors The security ID is also needed for For Europe: Immobilizer replacement or repair of the engine control This device complies with the essential S02AB unit, integrated unit, or combination meter. requirements of the Radio and Telecom- The immobilizer system is designed to prevent an unauthorized person from munications Terminal Equipment Directive starting the engine.
Page 89: Immobilizer Indicator Light
To unlock the door, turn the key toward the with your immobilizer system, we recom- 3. Push the lock side of the power door front. mend that you contact your SUBARU locking switch that is located on the Pull the outside door handle to open an dealer.
Page 90: Locking From The Outside Without Key
Keys and doors & Locking and unlocking from To lock the rear door from the outside Models with double locking system S02AC0402 without the key, rotate the lock lever the inside To lock the doors and the rear gate from rearward and close the door.
Page 91: Battery Drainage Prevention Function
The SUBARU dealer. We recommend that following interior lights are affected by this you contact your SUBARU dealer if you function. would like to change the setting. Switch...
Page 92: Power Door Locking Switch
SUBARU dealer. We recommend that driver’s door is closed, the doors will not you contact a SUBARU dealer for details. be locked to prevent the key from being locked in the vehicle (Key lock-in preven-...
Page 93: Keyless Access With Push-Button Start System (If Equipped)
S02AP11 F2-15. The setting can function” WARNING also be changed by a SUBARU The vehicle has two access keys, a key dealer. For more details, we re- number plate and a security ID plate. If you wear an implanted pacemaker...
Page 94 Keys and doors F9-15. properly” CAUTION “Radio waves used for the keyless . The keyless access with push- access with push-button start sys- button start system uses weak tem” radio waves. The status of the . The keyless access with push- access key and the environmen- tal conditions may interfere with button start system uses radio...
Page 95 F2-15. The setting can also function” humid or dusty locations. some cases depending on the be changed by a SUBARU dealer. For Doing so may cause malfunc- location of the access key. more details, we recommend that you tions.
Page 96: Locking And Unlocking With "Keyless Access" Entry Function
For reregistration of an access key, we recommend that you contact a SUBARU dealer. . For a spare access key, we recom- mend that you contact a SUBARU dealer. . Up to 7 access keys can be regis- tered for one vehicle.
Page 97 2-12 Keys and doors locking the doors and rear gate. It is not ground or in an elevated location from noise (e.g., near a radio tower, power possible to lock the doors and rear the ground, even if it is in the indicated plant, broadcast station or an area gate using the door lock button, rear operating range, the keyless access...
Page 98 F27. For further details, we recom- tings” tings” cannot be locked. mend that you consult a SUBARU dealer. mend that you consult a SUBARU dealer. . When locking, be sure to carry the ! Opening rear gate ! Locking with the door lock button...
Page 99 The function’s operational/non-operational F27. For further details, we recom- tings” setting and the time until automatic locking mend that you consult a SUBARU dealer. takes place can be changed. Power saving function . Models with genuine SUBARU navi- S02AP0103...
Page 100: Warning Chimes And Warning Light
4. Within 5 seconds after step 3 is . The setting can also be changed at performed, push the unlock side of the SUBARU dealers. For more details, we – CONTINUED –...
Page 101: Keys And Doors
The trade, model and supplier’s names of press the button of the remote this device are as follows. transmitter while in the airplane. . Equipment’s trade name: SUBARU When any button of the remote . Equipment’s model name: transmitter is pressed, radio –...
Page 102: Locking And Unlocking Doors
“ (default setting), refer to Function set- s00af F27. For further details, we recom- tings” mend that you consult a SUBARU dealer. Locking S02AE1004 Pressing the lock button on the access key/transmitter locks all doors and the rear Access key gate.
Page 103: Unlocking Rear Gate
2-18 Keys and doors mend that you consult a SUBARU dealer. door to unlock. changed using the monitor. For details, please refer to the Owner’s Manual 2. If you press the unlock button again NOTE supplement for the navigation system.
Page 104: Replacing Battery
2-19 Keys and doors 1. Press the “OPEN” button on the key Double locking system (if near the vehicle. Only the driver’s door will equipped) be unlocked. Also, the hazard warning S02AL flashers will flash twice. The double locking system is an anti-theft 2.
Page 105: To Set Double Locking System
2-20 Keys and doors & To set double locking system & To cancel double locking Setting system using remote trans- S02AL01 system mitter Setting system using key S02AL0102 S02AL02 1. Remove the key from the ignition S02AL0101 Canceling system using key 1.
Page 106: In An Emergency
2-21 Keys and doors “ Rear gate – if the cargo area. Refer to Function disabling unlocking Canceling system using remote s09ag F9-17. rear gate cannot be opened” transmitter with power door locking S02AL0202 Press the “ ” or “OPEN” button on the switch (Australia models) &...
Page 107: Child Safety Locks
2-22 Keys and doors are unlocked using the remote keyless Child safety locks WARNING entry system or the ignition switch is S02AG turned to “ON”. Always turn the child safety locks to the “LOCK” position when children NOTE sit on the rear seat. Serious injury or .
Page 108: Windows
2-23 Keys and doors & Power window operation by Windows Operating the driver’s window S02AH0402 driver S02AH S02AH04 Driver’s side power window WARNING switches S02AH0401 To avoid serious personal injury caused by entrapment, always obey the following instructions without exception. .
Page 109 2-24 Keys and doors NOTE This switch also has a one-touch auto up Operating the passengers’ win- . If a window detects an impact simi- feature that allows the window to be dows closed fully without holding the switch. S02AH0404 lar to that caused by trapping an object (for example, when the vehicle encoun- Pull the switch up until it clicks and release...
Page 110: Power Window Operation By Passengers
2-25 Keys and doors . One-touch auto up/down function Locking the passengers’ windows . Anti-entrapment function S02AH0405 Initialize the power window using the following procedure to reactivate these functions. 1. Close the driver’s door. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position.
Page 111: Rear Gate
2-26 Keys and doors Rear gate To open: handle from inside the cargo area. There is a danger of your First unlock the rear gate lock then push S02AJ the rear gate opener button. hand being caught and injured. CAUTION .
Page 112: Sunroof (If Equipped)
2-27 Keys and doors Sunroof (if equipped) in injury to children operating the sunroof. S02AM . Never try to check the anti-en- WARNING trapment function using fingers, hands or other parts of your Never let anyone’s hands, arms, body. head or any objects protrude from the sunroof.
Page 113: Anti-Entrapment Function
2-28 Keys and doors To close the sunroof: erate at high speeds. If such a condi- tion has been encountered, use the Push the switch to the close side then sunroof at the initial stop position of 50 quickly release it. The sunroof will stop at cm (20 in) away from the fully closed a position 20 cm (8 in) away from the fully position.
Page 114 Instruments and controls Ignition switch (models without push- SRS airbag system warning light......3-17 button start system)......... Malfunction indicator lamp (Check Engine light) ............... 3-17 LOCK..............Coolant temperature low indicator light (if Acc..............equipped)/Coolant temperature high warning ON..............light (if equipped)..........3-18 START ..............
Page 115 Instruments and controls LO position indicator light (dual range MT Light control switch........... 3-37 models)............3-32 Headlights ............3-38 Turn signal indicator lights ......... 3-32 High/low beam change (dimmer) ......3-38 High beam indicator light ........3-32 Headlight flasher ..........3-38 Cruise control indicator light (if equipped) ..
Page 116: Ignition Switch (Models Without Push- Button Start System)
Instruments and controls “ON” or “Acc” position can cause the Ignition switch (models with- battery to go dead. out push-button start sys- . If the ignition switch will not move tem) from the “LOCK” position to the “Acc” S03AA position, turn the steering wheel slightly to the left and right as you turn WARNING the ignition switch.
Page 117: Acc
Instruments and controls For MT models, the key can be turned As your vehicle is equipped with an from the “Acc” position to the “LOCK” immobilizer system, if the engine does position only when the key is pushed in not start with your registered key, pull out while turning it.
Page 118: Ignition Switch Light
Instruments and controls & Ignition switch light . Even when the access key is outside Push-button ignition switch the vehicle, if it is placed too close to S03AA06 (models with push-button For easy access to the ignition switch in the glass, the power may switch on. the dark, the ignition switch light illumi- start system) .
Page 119: Switching Power
S03BG02 does not operate smoothly, stop the operation. We recommend Power Indicator color Operation that you contact a SUBARU deal- status er immediately. Power is turned Turned off . If the push-button ignition switch off.
Page 120: When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
Instruments and controls charged or replaced, it may require an Hazard warning flasher Meters and gauges initialization of the steering lock sys- S03AB S03AD tem to start the engine. In such a case, NOTE initialize the steering lock.* Liquid crystal displays are used in *Initialization of steering lock some of the meters and gauges on Switch the power to “OFF”.
Page 121: Canceling The Function For Meter/Gauge Needle Movement Upon Turning On The Ignition Switch
Instruments and controls & Canceling the function for It is possible to activate or deactivate the Type D and E combination meter: movement of the meter needles and meter/gauge needle move- gauge needles that takes place when the ment upon turning on the ignition switch is turned to the “ON”...
Page 122: Meter Needles/Gauge Illumination Setting (Models With Type A, B And C Combination Meter)
Instruments and controls & Meter needles/gauge illumi- . If the doors are locked by the key- less access function or the remote nation setting (models with keyless entry system during the illumi- type A, B and C combination nation after the driver’s door is opened, meter) the illumination will be turned off.
Page 123: Odometer/Trip Meter
3-10 Instruments and controls & Odometer/Trip meter This meter displays the odometer and two Type D and E combination meter: trip meters when the ignition switch is in S03AD09 the “ON” position. If you press the trip knob when the ignition switch is in the “LOCK”/“OFF”...
Page 124: Tachometer
3-11 Instruments and controls fuse replacement, the data recorded on the trip meter will be lost. & Tachometer S03AD06 The tachometer shows the engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute. CAUTION Do not operate the engine with the pointer of the tachometer in the red zone.
Page 125 3-12 Instruments and controls NOTE The fuel gauge shows the approximate amount of fuel remaining in the tank. When the ignition switch is in the “LOCK”/ “OFF” or “Acc” position, the fuel gauge shows “E” even if the fuel tank contains fuel.
Page 126: Temperature Gauge (If Equipped)
3-13 Instruments and controls . The low fuel warning light does not Low fuel warning light S03AD0701 turn off unless the tank is replenished up to an internal fuel quantity of CAUTION approximately 14 liters (3.7 US gal, 3.1 Turbo models only: Imp gal).
Page 127: Eco Gauge (If Equipped)
3-14 Instruments and controls reaches near the middle of the range. The ECO gauge shows the difference Warning and indicator lights Engine operation is optimum with the between the average rate of fuel con- S03AE engine coolant at this temperature range sumption since the trip meter was last Several of the warning and indicator lights and high revving operation when the...
Page 128: Seatbelt Warning Light And Chime (If Equipped)
(AT models) corresponding system. We recommend that you consult your : Vehicle Dynamics Control operation authorized SUBARU dealer for repair. indicator light Driver’s warning light (type A, B and C combination meter) (except Latin America : Vehicle Dynamics Control warning...
Page 129 3-16 Instruments and controls sounding followed by a 1-second pause. If Latin America models S03AE0105 either of the unfastened seatbelts is Your vehicle is not equipped with any fastened at this time, the warning light seatbelt warning devices. Before driving corresponding to that seatbelt will imme- your vehicle, make sure that the seatbelts diately turn off but the chime will continue...
Page 130: Srs Airbag System Warning Light
If the vehicle subsequently reaches a have the system checked immedi- system. speed of approximately 20 km/h (12.5 ately by your nearest SUBARU deal- Vehicles sold in some countries outside mph) with the driver’s seatbelt not fas- er. Unless checked and properly...
Page 131: Light (If Equipped)
. Avoid steep uphill grades. vehicle checked/repaired by your indicator light/warning light . Reduce the amount of cargo, if possi- SUBARU dealer as soon as possi- shows any of the following con- ble. ble. Continued vehicle operation ditions, the electrical system may .
Page 132: Charge Warning Light
SUBARU dealer for an inspection. If the light illuminates while driving or does For the system check, this indicator light/...
Page 133: At Oil Temp Warning Light (At Models)
(8 mph). erly. We recommend that you contact your and/or the tires are not all the same – The warning light illuminates nearest SUBARU dealer for service im- size and brand, the rear differential will during driving. mediately. be heavily loaded when the vehicle is...
Page 134: Vehicle Dynamics Control Warning Light/Vehicle Dynamics Control Off Indicator Light
OFF indicator light S03AE15 if the EBD system malfunctions. For SUBARU dealer as soon as possi- This warning light functions to indicate further details of the EBD system mal- ble. “...
Page 135: Brake System Warning Light
We recommend that you have in the “ON” position. It turns off when the may be considered normal. your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer . The warning light illuminates right parking brake is fully released. as soon as possible.
Page 136: Fuel Filter Warning Light (Diesel Engine Models)
Conti- We recommend that you drive carefully to nuing to drive while water has & the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the accumulated in the fuel filter will Hill start assist warning system inspected. damage the fuel injection pump.
Page 137: Door Open Warning Light
4-speed AT models SUBARU dealer. that you drive carefully to the near- S03AE1302 This light illuminates when All-Wheel est SUBARU dealer and have the Drive is disengaged and the drive me- vehicle inspected immediately. & Door open warning chanism is switched to Front Wheel Drive for maintenance or similar purposes.
Page 138: Automatic Headlight Beam Leveler Warning Light (Models With Hid Headlights)
“OFF”, your vehicle inspected at your SUBARU NOTE dealer. the warning chime will sound for a max-...
Page 139 3-26 Instruments and controls “OFF”, the warning chime will stop mately 2 seconds later. Warnings by warning light sounding. S03AE5502 When the access key is not inside the . This warning occurs when the push- vehicle or is under such irregular condi- button ignition switch is in a position tions, the access key warning light on the other than “OFF”...
Page 140 At the same time, the access key flashes in orange, we recommend not released and could result in an warning light will flash. that you contact a SUBARU dealer accident involving serious injury or immediately. NOTE death.
Page 141 3-28 Instruments and controls List of warnings S03AE5504 Operation indi- Access key Inside warning Outside warning cator on push- warning light on Status Action chime chime button ignition meter switch Switch the push-button ignition switch to “OFF”, or close the driver’s The driver’s door was opened while the push-button ignition switch is door.
Page 142 3-29 Instruments and controls Operation indi- Access key Inside warning Outside warning cator on push- Status Action warning light on chime chime button ignition meter switch The vehicle was driven while the Always carry the access key while — — Ding access key is not inside the vehicle.
Page 143 We recommend that you contact a Flashes in or- A malfunction was detected in the — — — SUBARU dealer immediately and ange power system or steering lock. have the vehicle inspected.
Page 144: Vehicle Dynamics Control Operation Indicator Light
We re- SUBARU dealer immediately. commend that you contact your nearest . The light does not illuminate when the SUBARU dealer immediately.
Page 145: Lo Position Indicator Light (Dual Range Mt Models)
Preheating indicator signal or lane change signal. commend that you have the vehicle light (diesel engine If the indicator lights do not blink or blink checked by your nearest SUBARU models) rapidly, any of the turn signal light bulbs dealer. S03AE56 may be burned out.
Page 146: Diesel Particulate Filter Warning Light (Diesel Engine Models)
SUBARU dealer for the preheating indicator light has effect for burning soot. an immediate inspection.
Page 147: Clock
3-34 Instruments and controls Clock Information display CAUTION S03AF S03AZ To ensure safety, do not attempt to NOTE set the time during driving, as an The displayed unit varies depending on accident from inadequate attention the model. to the road could result. NOTE If the battery is disconnected, the time will be erased.
Page 148: Outside Temperature Indicator
3-35 Instruments and controls . When there is too much sun. For type A, B and C combination meter: Odometer/ . During idling; while running at low Fuel consumption indicator Trip meter speeds in a traffic jam; when the engine A trip meter Average fuel consumption is restarted immediately following a shut-...
Page 149: Current Fuel Consumption
3-36 Instruments and controls & Current fuel consumption & Average fuel consumption outside temperature has once increased to 58C (418F) or higher. S03AZ02 S03AZ03 If the outside temperature drops to 38C (378F) or lower while the display is giving an indication other than the outside temperature, the display switches to the outside temperature indication and flashes for 5 seconds before returning to its...
Page 150: To Turn Off Fuel Consumption Indicator Display
3-37 Instruments and controls subsequently covered a distance of 1 battery replacement or fuse replace- Light control switch km (or 1 mile). ment. S03AH The light control switch operates when the & To turn off fuel consumption key is inserted into the ignition switch. For models with the “Keyless access with indicator display push-button start system”, the light control...
Page 151: Headlights
3-38 Instruments and controls first position back to the detent position. CAUTION Front position lights, instrument panel & Headlight flasher . Use of any lights for a long period illumination, tail lights and license plate S03AH03 of time while the engine is not lights are on.
Page 152: Turn Signal Lever
3-39 Instruments and controls NOTE Turn signal lever Illumination brightness con- For a vehicle that has the turn signal trol S03AI lever equipped on the right side of the S03AJ steering wheel, the pushing direction of the turn signal lever is opposite of that described here.
Page 153: Headlight Beam Leveler (If Equipped)
3-40 Instruments and controls & Manual headlight beam leve- matic dimming function does not work Headlight beam leveler (if at all. ler (models without HID equipped) headlights, if equipped) S03AT & Automatic headlight beam S03AT02 leveler (models with HID headlights) S03AT01 The HID headlights are brighter than conventional halogen headlights.
Page 154: Instruments And Controls
3-41 Instruments and controls Non-turbo petrol engine models Number of front seat Number of rear seat Load in the luggage Switch position Trailer towing occupants occupants compartment area 1 or 2 No load No load Full load* Full load* Full load* Full load* 4 and 5 Not apply...
Page 155: Fog Light Switch
3-42 Instruments and controls & Rear fog light switch (if Fog light switch equipped) S03BA & Front fog light switch (if S03BA02 equipped) S03BA01 Type A, B and C combination meter Type A, B and C combination meter The front fog lights operate only when the light switch is in the “...
Page 156 3-43 Instruments and controls front fog lights are on. less access with push-button start system”). The indicator light located on the combi- . The push-button ignition switch is nation meter will illuminate when the rear turned off (models with the “Keyless fog light is on.
Page 157: Wiper And Washer
SUBARU Windshield shield washer. road film. Keep the washer button Washer Fluid or the equivalent.
Page 158: Windshield Wiper And Washer Switches
3-45 Instruments and controls & Windshield wiper and washer depressed at least for 1 second so that Wiper intermittent time control washer solution will be sprinkled all S03AM0103 switches over the windshield or rear window. S03AM01 The wipers operate only when the ignition .
Page 159: Rear Window Wiper And Washer Switch
3-46 Instruments and controls & Rear window wiper and Mist (for a single wipe) Washer S03AM0102 S03AM0104 washer switch S03AM02 The wiper operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” or “Acc” position. For a single wipe of the wipers, pull the To wash the windshield, push the washer lever toward you.
Page 160: Headlight Washer (If Equipped)
3-47 Instruments and controls vehicle speed (longer when the vehicle Headlight washer (if CAUTION speed is low; shorter when the vehicle equipped) speed is high). Do not operate the washer if the S03AV When you subsequently shift the trans- washer fluid tank is empty. This may mission into reverse, the rear wiper will cause overheating of the washer automatically switch to continuous opera-...
Page 161: Mirrors
3-48 Instruments and controls & Outside mirrors Mirrors Remote control mirror switch S03AP0302 S03AP03 S03AP Always check that the inside and outside mirrors are properly adjusted before you start driving. & Inside mirror S03AP01 Selection switch Convex mirror (if equipped) Direction control switch S03AP0301 The remote control mirrors operate only...
Page 162: Defogger And Deicer
3-49 Instruments and controls work. This is not a malfunction. Oper- Defogger and deicer Power folding mirror switch (if ate after waiting for a short period of equipped) S03BI S03AP0304 time. . When you unfold the outside mirrors manually, the mirrors may become wobbly.
Page 163 . Models with genuine SUBARU navi- gation system: The settings can be changed for the Type C climate control system...
Page 164: Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel
The settings can also be changed by a tively. Tilt/telescopic steering wheel . While the defogger and deicer sys- SUBARU dealer. We recommend that you S03BF contact your SUBARU dealer for details. tem is in the continuous operation . Models without genuine SUBARU...
Page 165: Horn
3-52 Instruments and controls Horn S03AR Tilt adjustment Telescopic adjustment To sound the horn, push the horn pad. 1. Adjust the seat position. Refer to “ F1-2. Front seats” s01aa 2. Pull the tilt/telescopic lock lever down. 3. Move the steering wheel to the desired level.
Page 166 Climate control Ventilator control..........Defrosting............4-10 Center ventilators..........Operating tips for heater and air conditioner ............4-10 Side ventilators ........... Climate control panel.......... Cleaning ventilation grille........4-10 Type A ..............Efficient cooling after parking in direct sunlight ............4-10 Type B ..............Lubrication oil circulation in the refrigerant Type C ..............
Page 167: Climate Control
Climate control & Side ventilators Ventilator control Climate control panel S04AF02 S04AF S04AG & Center ventilators Type A panel is used for the manual S04AF01 climate control system and for the heater system without air conditioner. “ F4-8. Refer to Manual climate control”...
Page 168: Type A
Climate control & Type A “ Temperature control dial (Refer to s04ab05- F4-9.) Temperature control” S04AG01 “ Fan speed control dial (Refer to s04ab06 F4-9.) speed control” “ Airflow control dial (Refer to Airflow s04ab04 F4-8.) mode selection” Control switch of the defogger and deicer “...
Page 169: Type B
Climate control & Type B Temperature control dial (driver’s side) “ Temperature control” F4- (Refer to s04ab05 S04AG02 “ AUTO button (Refer to Automatic s04ac climate control system (type B and C)” F4-6.) “ DUAL mode button (Refer to Auto- s04ac matic climate control system (type B and C)”...
Page 170: Type C
Climate control & Type C “ Temperature control dial (Refer to s04ab05- F4-9.) Temperature control” S04AG03 “ Fan speed control dial (Refer to s04ac tomatic climate control system (type B and C)” F4-6 “ Fan speed s04ab06 F4-9.) control” “ Airflow control dial (Refer to Auto- s04ac...
Page 171: Automatic Climate Control System (Type B And C)
Climate control & Type B Automatic climate control passenger’s side becomes the same as the setting for the driver’s side. S04AC12 system (type B and C) . If you operate any of the buttons on S04AC the control panel other than the “OFF” When the automatic climate control mode button, rear window defogger button is selected, the outlet air temperature, the...
Page 172: Type C
Climate control & Type C position. employs several sensors. These sensors are delicate. If they are not treated S04AC13 & Temperature sensors properly and become damaged, the sys- tem may not be able to control the interior S04AC02 temperature correctly. To avoid damaging the sensors, observe the following pre- cautions.
Page 173: Manual Climate Control
Climate control Manual climate control both side windows to prevent fogging.) S04AB & Airflow mode selection S04AB04 Select the preferred airflow mode by performing the following procedure. . Turn the airflow control dial (type A and . Press the airflow mode selection button or defroster button (type B) Airflow modes are as follows.
Page 174: Temperature Control
Climate control & Temperature control & Air inlet selection & Fan speed control S04AB05 S04AB08 S04AB06 Select the air inlet by pressing the air inlet The fan operates only when the ignition Type A switch is in the “ON” position. Select the selection button.
Page 175: Defrosting
4-10 Climate control Front ventilator inlet grille Defrosting Operating tips for heater and air conditioner Always keep the front ventilation inlet grille S04AH Select the desired “ ” mode or “ ” mode free of snow, leaves, or other obstructions S04AD &...
Page 176: Checking Air Conditioning System Before Summer
Repairs needed as a result of using the mended that you have your filter checked & Cooling and dehumidifying in wrong refrigerant are not covered under or replaced by your SUBARU dealer. For warranty. high humidity and low tem- replacement, we recommend that you use perature weather conditions only a genuine SUBARU air filter kit.
Page 177: Replacing An Air Filter
4-12 Climate control & Replacing an air filter COLLECTS DUST, POLLEN etc. (3) While pushing the stoppers on TO ENSURE VENTILATION, A/C, HEAT- both sides of the glove box, swing S04AE01 1. Remove the glove box. ING AND DEFROSTING PERFOR- the glove box down and remove it.
Page 178 4-13 Climate control Service label 4. Replace the air filter element with a 5. Reinstall the glove box, and connect new one. the damper shaft. (2) Attach the service label to the 6. Close the glove box. driver’s side door pillar. CAUTION 7.
Page 179: Audio
Audio Antenna system ..........Random playback ..........5-22 Scan (type A, B, C and D audio) ......5-23 Roof antenna ............Display selection (type A, B, C and D audio)..5-24 FM reception ............Folder selection ..........5-24 Installation of accessories........How to eject a CD from the player (type A, C, D Audio set .............
Page 180 Audio ® Setting the playing speed (only when the Bluetooth audio operation ........ 5-38 audiobook is playing) (type E audio) ....5-33 Hands-free system (if equipped) ...... 5-39 When the following messages are displayed ..5-33 Tips for the Hands-free system ......5-39 Audio control buttons (if equipped)....
Page 181: Antenna System
Audio & FM reception Antenna system S05AA02 Although FM is normally static free, S05AA & Roof antenna reception can be affected by the surround- S05AA03 ing area, atmospheric conditions, station CAUTION strength and transmitter distance. Build- ings or other obstructions may cause .
Page 182: Installation Of Accessories
Audio set S05AB S05AC We recommend that you always consult Your SUBARU may be equipped with one your SUBARU dealer before installing a of the following audio sets. Refer to the citizen band radio or other transmitting pages indicated in this section for operat- device in your vehicle.
Page 183: Type A Audio Set (If Equipped)
Audio & Type A audio set (if equipped) The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “Acc” or “ON” S05AC01 position. . Power and audio controls: refer to page s05bi . Radio operation: refer to page 5- s05aw .
Page 184: Type B Audio Set (If Equipped)
Audio & Type B audio set (if equipped) The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “Acc” or “ON” S05AC02 position. . Power and audio controls: refer to page s05bi . Radio operation: refer to page 5- s05aw .
Page 185: Type C Audio Set (If Equipped)
Audio & Type C audio set (if equipped) The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “Acc” or “ON” S05AC03 position. . Power and audio controls: refer to page s05bi . Radio operation: refer to page 5- s05aw .
Page 186: Type D Audio Set (If Equipped)
Audio & Type D audio set (if equipped) The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “Acc” or “ON” S05AC04 position. . Power and audio controls: refer to page s05bi . Radio operation: refer to page 5- s05aw .
Page 187: Type E Audio Set (If Equipped)
Audio & Type E audio set (if equipped) The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “Acc” or “ON” S05AC05 position. . Power and audio controls: refer to page s05bi . Radio operation: refer to page 5- s05aw .
Page 188: Power And Audio Controls
5-10 Audio . For type B audio, SRS CS Auto is . TruBass, FOCUS, SRS and “ ” Power and audio controls equipped. SRS CS Auto creates a 5.1ch symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, S05BI & Power switch and volume equivalent surround field using 6 or 7 Inc.
Page 189 5-11 Audio Type C audio: Tone and balance control (type A, Other settings (type A, B, C and D B, C and D audio) audio) S05BI0201 S05BI0202 Type A, B and C Type A, B and C audio audio Type D audio: Type D audio Type D audio Each brief press of the “MENU”...
Page 190 5-12 Audio Others First menu Second menu Third menu Seek Sensitiv- — Screen — — — Regional — Sound Tone Bass Initialize 3. Operate the “TUNE/TRACK” dial to Treble select the preferred setting for each mode. Balance Balance NOTE Fader Only “Screen OFF”...
Page 191: Adjustable Level Of Each Mode
5-13 Audio & Adjustable level of each mode S05BI03 Mode Range of levels Initial setting Turn counterclockwise Turn clockwise (displayed) Volume Volume control 0 to 40 For less volume For more volume AUX volume control* 0 to 40 For less volume For more volume −8 to +8 Tone and balance Bass control...
Page 192: Fm/Am Radio Operation
5-14 Audio Push the “FM” button when the radio is off FM/AM radio operation Type C audio to turn on the radio. S05AW0601 Push the “AM” button when the radio is on S05AW & FM/AM selection (type A, B Push the “FM” button when the radio is on to select AM reception starting from the and D audio) to select the reception mode.
Page 193 5-15 Audio step in the FM mode. This function may not be available when Seek tuning (SEEK) S05AW0203 radio signals are weak. When this hap- *: For type C audio: The tuning frequency Type A, B and C audio: pens, perform manual tuning to select the interval can be set to either 9 kHz or 10 kHz to desired station.
Page 194: Radio Data System (Rds) On Fm (Type A, B, D And E)
5-16 Audio Regional (REG) setting Local seek function (type A, B, D Traffic information (T.I.) (type A, B, S05AW0904 When the vehicle moves from one area to and E audio) D and E audio) another area while receiving an area- S05AW0206 S05AW0902 specific local station, this function selects...
Page 195: Station Preset
5-17 Audio Emergency announcements & Station preset News bulletins (type A, B, D and E (ALARM) S05AW03 audio) S05AW0906 How to preset stations When a station begins broadcasting an S05AW0903 S05AW0301 emergency announcement, the set auto- 1. Select the preferred reception mode. matically receives it.
Page 196: Cd Player Operation
5-18 Audio Auto-store mode CD player operation S05AW0303 Auto-store button: – Switching to the other band S05AV – Turning the “TUNE/TRACK” dial NOTE – Pressing the “ ” or “ ” but- Type A and B audio . Make sure to always insert a disc with the label side up.
Page 197: Play File
5-19 Audio & How to insert a CD(s) (type B – Maximum number of files on a AAC (type D audio): . Based on MPEG4 AAC CD: 510 (type A, B, C and D audio)/ audio) 999 (type E audio) .
Page 198: How To Play Back A Cd
5-20 Audio When a CD is loaded, the player will start Inserting a disc in a desired posi- Loading all the magazine (full disc playback of the CD, beginning with the tion loading mode) S05AV0201 S05AV0202 first track. 1. Briefly press the button.
Page 199: To Select A Track From The Beginning
5-21 Audio & Fast-forwarding and rewind- & To select a track from the and E audio), the player will start playback beginning with the first beginning track/file of the current folder. S05AV05 S05AV04 Fast-forward- Rewinding Type A, B and C &...
Page 200: Random Playback
5-22 Audio & Random playback Type A, C and D audio: repeat playback of a disc. It repeats all of the tracks on the CD. It is only S05AV07 To play back a track/file(s) at random, possible to select this function for type press the following button (random button) B audio.
Page 201: Scan (Type A, B, C And D Audio)
5-23 Audio Type D audio: MP3/WMA/AAC format track is playing. 10 seconds of each track/file in succes- sion. Press the “SCAN” button to start To cancel the random playback mode, scanning upward beginning with the track/ press the “RDM” button again and select file(s) following the currently selected one.
Page 202: Display Selection (Type A, B, C And D Audio)
5-24 Audio & Display selection (type A, B, & Folder selection Page (track/folder title) scroll S05AV0901 C and D audio) S05AV11 If you press and hold the “ ” (type A, B NOTE S05AV09 and C audio) or “ ” button (type D .
Page 203: How To Eject A Cd From The Player (Type A, C, D And E Audio)
15 seconds after messages, we recommend that you con- this time, the disc number indicator and the ignition switch is turned to the tact your SUBARU dealer. “ALL EJECT” indicator will flash. “LOCK”/“OFF” position, a disc protec- When “PUSH EJECT” is displayed tion function will operate, automatically 2.
Page 204: Auxiliary Input Jack (If Equipped)
. The AUX input jacks of models with disc cannot be ejected or this message Models without Hands-free system the genuine SUBARU navigation sys- remains displayed, we recommend that Models with Hands-free system tem are the RCA type. For detailed you contact your SUBARU dealer.
Page 205: Precautions To Observe When Handling A Compact Disc
5-27 Audio device. To avoid a large volume differ- Precautions to observe when ence, turn down the volume when you handling a compact disc change between portable audio S05AH players. Use only compact discs (CDs, CD-Rs and . In some cases, when the sound CD-RWs) that have the mark shown in the volume of the portable audio player is following.
Page 206 5-28 Audio there are deposits, wipe the disc surface from the center outward with a dry, soft cloth. Be sure not to use a hard cloth, thinner, benzine, alcohol, etc. . Do not use any disc that is scratched, deformed, or cracked. Also, do not use any disc that has a non-standard shape (for example, a heart shape).
Page 207: Play File
5-29 Audio & Connectable iPod ® ® . A USB memory that is powered by a models USB storage device / iPod source other than the USB power S05BG03 operations (type D and E supply (for example, an AC power Model Firmware version audio)
Page 208: Connecting Usb Storage Device / Ipod
5-30 Audio to in-vehicle equipment will be charged fire. CAUTION when the ignition switch is in the “ON” or “Acc” position. However, activation . If the data stored on an iPod ® NOTE ® of the iPod may be delayed if the deleted while it is connected to .
Page 209: How To Play Back
5-31 Audio . When the beginning of a track is ® connect a USB storage device/iPod properly. . Do not disconnect the connector reached while rewinding, rewinding & How to play back ® ® from the iPod during iPod operation. ends and play begins from the begin- S05BG05 ning of the track.
Page 210: Random Playback
5-32 Audio NOTE Type E audio: To playback a track/file(s) at random, press the “RDM” button while the track/ . The “FOLDER RDM” indication re- file is playing. fers to the random playback in the folders. It randomly repeats all of the Each time you press the button, the mode tracks on the folder.
Page 211: Scan (Only When Connecting Usb Storage Device) (Type D Audio)
, determine the cause F5-24. scroll” based on the following information. If you & Folder selection (only when cannot clear those messages, please contact your SUBARU dealer. connecting USB storage de- When “CHECK DEVICE” is dis- vice) S05BG14 played “...
Page 212: Audio Control Buttons (If Equipped)
5-34 Audio . When an unsupported device (for ex- When “No song” is displayed (type Audio control buttons (if ample a USB mouse) is connected E audio) equipped) . When an unsupported iPod ® S05BG1703 is con- This message is displayed when no S05AG nected playable audio files are on the connected...
Page 213: And " " Buttons
5-35 Audio & “ ” and “ ” buttons Type D and E audio: S05AG02 *1: The frequency last received in the selected waveband will be displayed. *2: Only when a CD is in the player. Models with Hands-free system *3: Only when the device is connected.
Page 214: Volume Control Buttons
5-36 Audio & Volume control buttons A number indicating the volume will be With radio mode selected S05AG0201 shown on the audio display. S05AG03 Press the “ ” button or “ ” button briefly. The radio will seek the next preset station &...
Page 215: Bluetooth Audio (Type D And E Audio)
5-37 Audio ® Profile) gistering procedure was not successful Bluetooth audio (type D and ® . AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control and the mode changes to the Bluetooth E audio) audio setting mode. Profile) S05BH This function enables you to play back &...
Page 216: Bluetooth Audio Operation
5-38 Audio Repeating 3. Select the “CONFIRM” menu. The new S05BH0303 Repeating is operated in the same way as passkey is displayed, the passkey is “ F5-21. for a CD. Refer to Repeating” changed and the mode changes to the s05av06 Each time you briefly press the “RPT”...
Page 217: Hands-Free System (If Equipped)
. Depending on the setting of the cell ® tooth format (wireless) to make a phone SUBARU navigation system, refer to call from the in-vehicle equipment or take phone, the dial lock function may be the Owner’s Manual supplement for the an incoming phone call.
Page 218: Certification For The Hands-Free System
5-40 Audio & Certification for the Hands- undesirable echo sound. safe location before taking the . Speak clearly and loudly. free system incoming phone call. When you . Your voice may be difficult to be have to absolutely take a phone S05BE02 Hereby, Clarion Co., Ltd., declares that call, tell the caller “I’ll call you...
Page 219: Using The Hands-Free System
5-41 Audio & Using the Hands-free system talk switch license is not required) and ama- 3. Select the “RECORD NAME” menu. S05BE05 teur radio stations (a license is Turning on/off the Hands-free mode required) are being operated. 4. Say the name to be registered. S05BE0501 (These three types of radio sta- 5.
Page 220 5-42 Audio First menu Second menu Third menu Details Page PHONE BOOK* ADD ENTRY BY PHONE Adding a new number by cell phone s05be051102 MANUAL INPUT Adding a new number by inputting manually s05be051103 CALL HISTORY Adding a new number from the call history s05be051104 GO BACK —...
Page 221 5-43 Audio First menu Second menu Third menu Details Page SETUP SECURITY SET PIN Setting a PIN code s05be060101 PHBK LOCK*/ PHONE BOOK Locking the phonebook s05be060102 LOCK* PHBK UNLOCK*/ PHONE BOOK UN- Unlocking the phonebook s05be060103 LOCK* GO BACK PHONE SETUP PAIR PHONE Registering a new cell phone...
Page 222 5-44 Audio 3. Select the “RECORD NAME” menu by changes to the registering speed dial Updating phonebook data operating the “TUNE/TRACK” dial or “ S05BE0511 mode. Refer to Registering speed s05be051107 NOTE F5-45. press the talk switch dial” The maximum number of phonebook 4.
Page 223 5-45 Audio . “DIAL” to make a phone call 6. Say the name (voice tag) to be selected phone number/name is dis- . “CHANGE NAME” to change the name registered. played. 7. Select the “CONFIRM” menu. Then (voice tag) 4. Press the talk switch “STORED”...
Page 224 5-46 Audio Making a phone call ! Callback phonebook data is deleted. S05BE0505 S05BE050503 ! Making a phone call from speed dial 1. Select the “CALL BACK” menu. ! Deleting the speed dial S05BE050504 It is possible to select a phone number 2.
Page 225: Bluetooth Setting
5-47 Audio & Bluetooth ® To decline an incoming call: Press and setting Volume control hold the ON hook switch for more S05BE0507 S05BE06 Security setting than 1.5 seconds. S05BE0601 After selecting the “SECURITY” menu, Ending a call perform the following procedures. S05BE0512 Press the ON hook switch ! Setting PIN code...
Page 226 5-48 Audio – Press the talk switch no cell phones are registered, “EMPTY” is and say Phone setup the number. S05BE0602 displayed and the mode changes to the After selecting the “PHONE SETUP” “PHONE SETUP” mode. 3. Select the “CONFIRM” menu. If the menu, perform the following procedures.
Page 227: Screensaver (Type E Audio)
5-49 Audio . “SELECT PHONE” to connect the – Press the talk switch and say Screensaver (type E audio) selected cell phone voice tag. S05BK . “CHANGE NAME” to change the voice 3. Select the “CONFIRM” menu. “DE- If the following operations are not per- LETED”...
Page 228: Downloading Picture
5-50 Audio . Connect a USB storage device or an 4. Select “Wide” or “Normal” by operating “ details, refer to Audio settings (type s05bi0205 the “TUNE/TRACK” dial. F5-11. If no pictures are saved, ® iPod E audio)” “No Data” is displayed. Press the NOTE button to return to the “Screen Saver”...
Page 229 Interior equipment Interior light ............Accessory power outlets ........6-10 Dome light ............Cigarette lighter (if equipped) ......6-12 Cargo area light ..........Ashtray (if equipped)......... 6-12 Map light............. Floor mat (if equipped)........6-13 Sun visors ............Shopping bag hook ........... 6-14 Vanity mirror ............
Page 230: Interior Equipment
. Any of the doors or the rear gate is remains on (OFF delay timer) can be opened. changed as follows. . The doors or the rear gate are un- . Models with genuine SUBARU navi- locked using the keyless access function gation system: “ (if equipped). Refer to...
Page 231: Cargo Area Light
Interior equipment & Cargo area light & Map light can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. We recommend that you contact your S06AA02 S06AA06 SUBARU dealer for details. . Models without genuine SUBARU navigation system: The setting can be changed by a SUBARU dealer.
Page 232 “keyless access” entry function” F2-11. for the navigation system. Also, the setting . The doors are unlocked using the can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. We recommend that you contact your remote keyless entry system. Refer to “ F2-16.
Page 233: Sun Visors
Interior equipment & Vanity mirror Sun visors Storage compartment S06AC03 S06AC S06AD CAUTION CAUTION Keep the vanity mirror cover closed . Always keep the storage com- while the car is being driven to avoid partment closed while driving to glare. reduce the risk of injury in the event of sudden stops or an accident.
Page 234: Center Console
Interior equipment close it, push the lid firmly upward. To use as armrest: driving position. Make sure the armrest is securely retained. & Center console To return the console top to the vertical S06AD02 position, raise the console top. Models with the dual range S06AD0203 CAUTION Do not step or sit on the armrest,...
Page 235: Overhead Console
Interior equipment & Overhead console & Rear seat center table (if CAUTION S06AD04 equipped) . Before removing the lid of the S06AD11 console box, raise the console top completely to the vertical position. Otherwise, the lid may be damaged and an injury may occur.
Page 236: Coin Tray
Interior equipment & Coin tray cup holders. Cup holders S06AD07 S06AE CAUTION CAUTION . Do not step or sit on the rear seat center table, and do not place Take care to avoid spills. Beverages, heavy objects on it. The rear seat if hot, might burn you or your center table could break, and you passengers.
Page 237: Rear Passenger's Cup Holder (If Equipped)
Interior equipment & Rear passenger’s cup holder (if equipped) S06AE02 If two cup holders are built in the center console, the cup holder rear partition can be removed and placed on the front A dual cup holder is located on the rear partition.
Page 238: Bottle Holders
6-10 Interior equipment Bottle holders trim can be used to hold beverage bottles Accessory power outlets and other items. S06AV S06AF CAUTION . Do not pick up a bottle from the bottle holder or put a bottle in the holder while you are driving, as this may distract you and lead to an accident.
Page 239 6-11 Interior equipment available at any of the outlets when the which exceeds the indicated wat- ignition switch is in either the “Acc” or “ON” tage for each outlet. position. When using appliances con- You can use an electrical appliance by nected to two or more outlets connecting it to an outlet.
Page 240: Cigarette Lighter (If Equipped)
Doing cigarette may spread to another from your SUBARU dealer. so may cause a short-circuit and cigarette butt and start a fire. The cigarette lighter operates only when overheating, resulting in a fire.
Page 241: Floor Mat (If Equipped)
. Be sure to use a genuine NOTE SUBARU floor mat or an equiva- lent designed with grommets in Particles of ash and tobacco will accu- the correct locations. mulate around the hinges of the ash- .
Page 242: Shopping Bag Hook
6-14 Interior equipment . Do not use more than one floor Shopping bag hook Coat hook mat. S06AI S06AH CAUTION Do not hang items on the shopping bag hook that weigh 3 kg (6 lbs) or more. A coat hook is attached to each side of the cargo area.
Page 243: Cargo Area Cover
6-15 Interior equipment Cargo area cover of gas from the stays, which may result in their inability to hold the S06AK rear gate open. The cargo area cover is provided for covering the cargo area and to protect its . When reclining the rear seatback, contents from direct sunlight.
Page 244: To Install The Cover
6-16 Interior equipment & To install the cover Cargo tie-down hooks Rear view camera (if S06AK05 equipped) S06AM S06AW Insert the projections located on both ends The cargo area is equipped with four tie- of the cover housing into the recesses of down hooks so that cargo can be secured A rear view camera is attached to the rear the retainers.
Page 245: How To Use The Rear View Camera
We recommend that you contact . When replacing the fuse, be sure . Strong light shined on the camera your SUBARU dealer for an in- to use a fuse with the specified lens may develop vertical lines around spection. Continued use may rating.
Page 246: Viewing Range On The Screen
NOTE the rear view camera is limited. . For models with the genuine Always be sure to check with your SUBARU navigation system, the image eyes when moving backward and of the rear view camera has priority proceed slowly. over other screen displays. However,...
Page 247: Help Line
6-19 Interior equipment Also, the image from the rear view camera wide projection on its upper part such as a plays the help lines together with the rear looks shorter than the actual distance. sign pole behind the vehicle, the projec- view image.
Page 248 6-20 Interior equipment ! When there is an upward slope at the ! When there is a downward slope at Feature of distance marker S06AW0402 back the back S06AW040101 S06AW040102 1 m (3 feet) line 2 m (6.5 feet) line 1 m (3 feet) 1 m (3 feet) 3 m (10 feet) line...
Page 249 Starting and operating Fuel ..............Power steering........... 7-25 Fuel requirements for petrol engine ..... 2.0 L models............7-25 Fuel requirements for diesel engine ..... 2.5 L models............7-26 Fuel filler lid and cap........... Braking ............... 7-26 Preparing to drive ..........Braking tips............
Page 250: Starting And Operating
90 or . Never use fuels other than those the SUBARU Limited Warranty. higher is recommended. This octane that conform to the specification rating is the Research Octane number.
Page 251: Fuel Filler Lid And Cap
SUBARU Limited Warranty. on your body. If your body is carry- ing an electrostatic charge, there is a possibility that an electric spark...
Page 252 Starting and operating cap quickly. Fuel may be under ping mechanism may not func- pressure and spray out of the tion, causing fuel to overflow the fuel filler neck, especially in hot tank and creating a fire hazard. weather. If you hear a hissing .
Page 253: Preparing To Drive
4. Check that the hood and rear gate are . We recommend that you always fully closed. use a genuine SUBARU fuel filler 5. Check the adjustment of the seat. cap. If you use the wrong cap, it 6. Check the adjustment of the inside may not fit or have proper vent- and outside mirrors.
Page 254: Starting And Stopping Engine (Models Without Push-Button Start System)
(4) If the engine still does not start, we warning and indicator lights. Refer to gine speed will be kept high until recommend that you contact your “ F3-14. Warning and indicator lights” s03ae the engine coolant temperature nearest SUBARU dealer for assis-...
Page 255 Starting and operating tance. confirm that the preheating indicator light warning and indicator lights. Refer to “ F3-14. has illuminated for a few seconds and has Warning and indicator lights” 6. Confirm that all warning and indicator s03ae “ 5. Turn the ignition switch to the “START” turned off.
Page 256: Stopping Engine
Starting and stopping engine recommend that you contact your S07BD02 (models with push-button The ignition switch should be turned off nearest SUBARU dealer for assis- only when the vehicle is stopped and the start system) tance. engine is idling. S07BE 6.
Page 257 We recommend that you contact depressing the clutch pedal (MT mod- a SUBARU dealer immediately. speed will be kept high until the engine coolant temperature gauge is halfway els) or the brake pedal (AT models) to .
Page 258 7-10 Starting and operating F9-16. engine” 6. Press the push-button ignition switch. . If the vehicle battery is discharged, The pedals should be kept depressed until the steering cannot be unlocked. the engine starts. Charge the battery. . After the vehicle battery is dis- NOTE charged or replaced, it may require .
Page 259: Stopping Engine
“N” position, S07BE04 that you contact an authorized 1. Stop the vehicle completely. however, for safety reasons, start in the SUBARU dealer immediately. 2. Move the select lever to the “P” “P” position.) position (AT models). NOTE 3.
Page 260: Manual Transmission - 5 Speeds
7-12 Starting and operating & Shifting speeds Manual transmission – 5 WARNING S07AX01 speeds Recommended shifting speeds . Do not drive the vehicle with the S07AX0101 S07AX The best compromise between fuel econ- clutch pedal depressed or with omy and vehicle performance during the shift lever in the neutral normal driving is ensured by shifting up position.
Page 261: Driving Tips
7-13 Starting and operating km/h (mph) 2.5 L turbo WARNING 2.0 L models 2.5 L non-turbo models models When shifting down a gear, ensure Gear that the vehicle is not traveling at a Dual range Dual range speed exceeding the maximum al- lowable speed for the gear which is about to be selected.
Page 262: Manual Transmission - 6 Speeds
7-14 Starting and operating Manual transmission – 6 lower gear before the engine starts to labor. speeds On steep downgrades, downshift the S07AW transmission to 4th, 3rd or 2nd gear as necessary; this helps to maintain a safe speed and to extend brake pad life. In this way, the engine provides a braking effect.
Page 263: Shifting Speeds
7-15 Starting and operating Never exceed posted speed limits. is consequently increased. Shift up km/h (mph) . Do not engage the clutch (i.e., WARNING 1st to 2nd 24 (15) release the clutch pedal) sud- 2nd to 3rd 40 (25) denly when starting the vehicle. When shifting down a gear, ensure By doing so, the vehicle might 3rd to 4th...
Page 264: Driving Tips
7-16 Starting and operating ! Over-rev warning (diesel engine Before shifting down a gear, refer to the engage the clutch in that position. allowable gear position for the current Shift the gear up properly while models) S07AW010201 vehicle speed on the speedometer dial. keeping the clutch pedal depressed.
Page 265: Dual Range (If Equipped)
7-17 Starting and operating tion. Dual range (if equipped) CAUTION S07AR . If the select lever stops in the “neutral” position between “HI” and “LO”, release the accelerator pedal, press the clutch pedal fully and shift the select lever firmly. .
Page 266: Automatic Transmission
7-18 Starting and operating Automatic transmission collected and stored in memory to forward driving positions into the “R” position or vice versa until allow the transmission to shift at the S07AT most appropriate timings for the cur- the vehicle has completely The automatic transmission is electroni- rent condition of your vehicle.
Page 267: Select Lever
7-19 Starting and operating & Select lever possible if the brake pedal is not When the ignition switch has been turned depressed. Depress the brake pedal to the “LOCK”/“OFF” position, movement S07AT01 and move the select lever. of the select lever from the “N” position to : Shifting is possible whether the brake the “R”...
Page 268: Shift Lock Function
7-20 Starting and operating NOTE accelerator pedal is released. This mini- 4th-to-3rd automatic downshift will not If the select lever is in the “N” position mizes the chance of subsequent down- occur at speeds above 86 km/h (53 shifting to a lower gear when accelerating mph).
Page 269 “Acc” position, move the lock system may be malfunctioning. We select lever to the “R” or “P” position with recommend that you contact a SUBARU 2. Remove the shift lock cover using a the brake pedal depressed.
Page 270: Selection Of Manual Mode
7-22 Starting and operating & Selection of manual mode S07AT02 NOTE Please read the following points care- fully and bear them in mind when using the manual mode. . If you attempt to shift down when the engine speed is too high, i.e., when a downshift would push the tachometer needle beyond the red zone, beeps will be emitted to warn you that the down-...
Page 271 7-23 Starting and operating gear position indicator and upshift indica- Using the select lever Using the paddle shift (5-speed AT tor and/or downshift indicator on the S07AT0202 models) combination meter illuminate. The gear S07AT0203 position indicator shows the currently selected gear. The upshift and downshift indicators show when a gear shift is possible.
Page 272: Driving Tips
7-24 Starting and operating switch back from manual mode to normal malfunction. mode. & SPORT mode CAUTION S07AT09 The paddles could be accidentally moved if accessories or other mate- rials are placed on them. Do not place accessories and other materi- als on the paddles.
Page 273: Power Steering
7-25 Starting and operating select lever to the “D” position or select Power steering manual mode. S07AJ & 2.0 L models To subsequently reselect the SPORT mode, move the select lever to the “D” S07AJ04 position and from there to the manual gate.
Page 274: L Models
Never rest your foot on the brake S07AJ03 2.5 L models are equipped with a hydrau- est SUBARU dealer and have the pedal while driving. This can cause lic power steering system. The power vehicle inspected immediately.
Page 275: Brake System
Even if they occur, your vehicle checked by your SUBARU they do not indicate any malfunctions, – CONTINUED –...
Page 276: Abs (Anti-Lock Brake System)
7-28 Starting and operating dealer. ABS (Anti-lock Brake Sys- vehicles. . When driving on badly surfaced tem) roads, gravel roads, icy roads, or S07AL The ABS system prevents the lock-up of over deep newly fallen snow, wheels which may occur during sudden stopping distances may be long- braking or braking on slippery road sur- er for a vehicle with the ABS...
Page 277 EBD system may be malfunctioning. We recommend that you drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected. 4. If both warning lights illuminate again and stay illuminated after the engine has...
Page 278: Vehicle Dynamics Control System
. Activation of the Vehicle Dy- S07AN malfunctioning. We recommend that you namics Control system is an drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU WARNING indication that the road being dealer and have the system inspected. travelled on has a slippery sur- Always use the utmost care in 6.
Page 279 7-31 Starting and operating – Keep the tire pressure at the maintain traction and directional control. vehicle may be more unstable than it Activation of this function is shown by feels to the driver. The Vehicle Dy- proper level as shown on the steady illumination of the Vehicle Dy- namics Control System may therefore label attached to the vehicle’s...
Page 280: Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor
7-32 Starting and operating & Vehicle Dynamics Control When the switch is pressed during engine Control system is deactivated, part of operation, the Vehicle Dynamics Control the brake control system is still active. system monitor OFF indicator light “ ” illuminates. The When the system is activated, the S07AN01 “...
Page 281: Parking Your Vehicle
7-33 Starting and operating Parking your vehicle CAUTION S07AP & Parking brake Never drive while the parking brake S07AP01 is set because this will cause un- To set the parking brake, depress the necessary wear on the brake lin- brake pedal firmly and hold it down until ings.
Page 282: Hill Start Assist System (Mt Models)
7-34 Starting and operating Hill start assist system (MT hold the vehicle. WARNING models) . Never leave unattended children S07AU or pets in the vehicle. They could accidentally injure themselves or CAUTION others through inadvertent op- The Hill start assist system is a eration of the vehicle.
Page 283: Hill Start Assist Warning Light
7-35 Starting and operating On an uphill grade, when the clutch pedal A slight jolt may be felt when the vehicle Cruise control (if equipped) is depressed while the brake pedal is also begins to move forward after being re- S07AQ depressed, braking power is maintained versed.
Page 284: To Set Cruise Control
7-36 Starting and operating control is not in use to avoid uninten- tionally setting the cruise control. & To set cruise control S07AQ01 Type A, B and C combination meter Type E combination meter The cruise control indicator light on the combination meter will illuminate.
Page 285: To Temporarily Cancel The Cruise Control
7-37 Starting and operating & To temporarily cancel the release it. Then release the accelerator pedal. cruise control S07AQ02 The cruise control can be temporarily canceled in the following ways. Type E combination meter At this time, the cruise control set indicator Type A, B and C combination meter light on the combination meter will illumi- nate.
Page 286: To Turn Off The Cruise Control
7-38 Starting and operating To increase the speed (by accel- again. erator pedal) . Turn the ignition switch to the “Acc” or S07AQ0402 “LOCK”/“OFF” position (but only when the 1. Depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle to the desired vehicle is completely stopped).
Page 287: Cruise Control Indicator Light
7-39 Starting and operating button once. Now the desired speed is set To decrease the speed (by button) S07AQ0406 and the vehicle will keep running at that speed. & Cruise control indicator light S07AQ05 “ Refer to Cruise control indicator light” s03ae22 F3-32.
Page 288 Driving tips New vehicle break-in driving – the first Tire chains ............8-12 1,600 km (1,000 miles) ........Rocking the vehicle ........... 8-12 Loading your vehicle......... 8-13 Fuel economy hints ..........Roof rails (if equipped) ........8-14 Engine exhaust gas (carbon monoxide).... Roof molding and load carrier (if equipped) ..
Page 289: New Vehicle Break-In Driving - The First 1,600 Km (1,000 Miles)
Driving tips New vehicle break-in driving Fuel economy hints Engine exhaust gas (carbon – the first 1,600 km (1,000 monoxide) S08AB The following suggestions will help to save miles) S08AC your fuel. S08AA WARNING . Select the proper gear position for the The performance and long life of your vehicle are dependent on how you handle speed and road conditions.
Page 290: Catalytic Converter
Driving tips Catalytic converter exhaust fumes are entering the vehicle, have t he probl em S08AD checked and corrected as soon as possible. If you must drive under these conditions, drive only with all windows fully open. . Keep the rear gate closed while driving to prevent exhaust gas from entering the vehicle.
Page 291: Diesel Particulate Filter (Diesel Engine Models)
SUBARU dealer. . Do not apply undercoating or rust prevention treatment to the heat shield of catalytic converter and the exhaust sys- tem.
Page 292: Periodic Inspections
Therefore, we recommend that you contact your SUBARU dealer for service or maintenance of the diesel particulate filter. Fully trained techni- cians are on standby at the SUBARU dealer to utilize the special tools and spare parts.
Page 293: Driving Tips For Awd Models
Driving tips Driving tips for AWD models slippery, wet or snow-covered roads and lead to loss of vehicle control. when moving out of mud, sand or dirt. . You must install four tires that are S08AG For safety purpose as well as to avoid of the same size, circumference, WARNING damaging the AWD system, you should...
Page 294: On-Road And Off-Road Driving
. If driving through water, such as when at high speed. cle. Remember that your vehicle, crossing shallow streams, first check the If you take your SUBARU off-road, certain with its higher profile and center – CONTINUED –...
Page 295 Remember that damage done to your carriage. Water entering the engine air piled higher than the seatbacks. During SUBARU while operating it off-road and intake or the exhaust pipe or water sudden stops or jolts, unsecured cargo not using common sense precautions...
Page 296: Winter Driving
Adjust the washer fluid concentra- tion appropriately for the outside the vehicle. temperature. If the concentration is SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid con- inappropriate, sprayed washer fluid tains 58.5% methyl alcohol and 41.5% may freeze on the windshield and surfactant, by volume. Its freezing tem- &...
Page 297: Driving On Snowy And Icy Roads
“ surfaces, refer to ABS (Anti-lock Brake s07al snowstorm, icing may develop on the If your SUBARU is not going to be used System)” F7-28 “ Vehicle Dy- s07an brake system, which could cause poor for an extended period, it is best to have F7-30.
Page 298: Corrosion Protection
8-11 Driving tips to stick on the surface of the windshield CAUTION CAUTION despite wiper operation, use the defroster with the airflow control dial in “ ” and Avoid prolonged continuous driving During high-speed driving, non- the temperature control dial set for max- in snowstorms.
Page 299: Tire Chains
8-12 Driving tips dangerous handling characteristics. Re- free the vehicle. body and tires. It also may be member to drive with care at all times dangerous and lead to loss of When the road surface is extremely regardless of the type of tires on your vehicle control.
Page 300: Loading Your Vehicle
8-13 Driving tips Loading your vehicle loading can shorten the life of WARNING your vehicle. S08AJ . Never stack luggage or other . Do not place anything on the WARNING cargo higher than the top of the extended cargo area cover. Such seatback because it could tumble items could tumble forward in the Never allow passengers to ride on a...
Page 301: Roof Rails (If Equipped)
8-14 Driving tips & Roof rails (if equipped) & Roof molding and load car- roof rails must be used together S08AJ04 with the roof rack. The roof rails rier (if equipped) must never be used alone to S08AJ07 carry cargo. Otherwise, damage to the roof or paint, or a danger- ous road hazard due to loss of cargo could result.
Page 302: Trailer Towing
Always properly secure all cargo. cautious operation of your vehicle. We recommend that you seek the advice of Installing carrying attachments on your SUBARU dealer to assist you in the load carrier purchasing a hitch and other necessary S08AJ0701 When installing any carrying attachments...
Page 303: Maintenance
S08AL03 (rear MPAW) must not be exceeded. for your hitch and trailer. The use of a genuine SUBARU trailer hitch is recommended. Genuine SUBARU hitches are available from your SUBARU dealer. Regularly check that the hitch mounting...
Page 304: Side Mirrors
8-17 Driving tips & Side mirrors that you consult your SUBARU dealer. of vehicle stability and/or could Check for proper operation of the turn S08AL09 lead to an accident. signals and the brake lights each time you . When towing a trailer, steering, hitch up.
Page 305 8-18 Driving tips the vehicle’s turn signal lever is oper- of traffic, practice turning, stopping and normal. ated. backing up. – The safety chains are connected . Crosswinds will adversely affect the Before starting out on a trip properly. handling of your vehicle and trailer, caus- S08AL0501 .
Page 306 – Temperature gauge needle ap- repairs performed immediately by the should take the following steps. proaches the OVERHEAT zone (if nearest SUBARU dealer. 1. Press and hold the brake pedal. “ equipped). Refer to Temperature...
Page 307: Additional Information For Europe
8-20 Driving tips & Additional information for Europe S08AL13 The following information represents the European statutory and regulatory re- quirements of 95/48/EC (92/21/EEC). Maximum permissible vehicle weight (MPW) and maximum per- missible rear axle weight (rear MPAW) for trailer towing S08AL1301 Rear MPAW...
Page 308 8-21 Driving tips Maximum permissible static verti- Model MPW at towing (kg) Rear MPAW at towing (kg) cal load on the coupling device 2.0 L petrol engine 2,015 1,180 S08AL1302 80 kg 2,015 1,180 Mounting points of the coupling 2.0 L diesel engine 2,080 1,180 device...
Page 309: Driving Tips
8-22 Driving tips Maximum permissible overhang of the coupling device: 1,074 mm (42 in) Coupling Fixing points: Three places under the rear frame and three places on the rear end of the rear frame for each side Rear frame...
Page 310 In case of emergency If you park your vehicle in case of an Towing ..............9-12 emergency ............Towing and tie-down hooks........ 9-12 Maintenance tools ..........Using a flat-bed truck......... 9-14 Towing with all wheels on the ground....9-15 Tool bag.............. Access key –...
Page 311: Maintenance Tools
In case of emergency NOTE If you park your vehicle in Maintenance tools When the hazard warning flasher is on, case of an emergency S09AH the turn signals do not work. Your vehicle is equipped with the following S09AA maintenance tools: .
Page 312: Tool Bag
In case of emergency & Tool bag & Under the cargo area S09AH08 S09AH09 Screwdriver Wheel nut wrench Tool bag Wheel cover remover (only models with wheel covers) The screwdriver and wheel nut wrench are stored in the tool bag. Wheel nut wrench Screwdriver Jack handle...
Page 313: In Case Of Emergency
In case of emergency . Always turn off the engine before recess of the spare tire wheel. Flat tires raising the flat tire off the ground Also, the tools in the tool bag can be S09AC using the jack. Never swing or If you have a flat tire while driving, never stored in the tool bucket as illustrated.
Page 314 In case of emergency ever possible, then stop the engine. a wheel cover remover into the notch on the opposite side of the valve hole and pry 2. Apply the parking brake securely and the wheel cover to remove it. shift the shift lever in reverse (MT models) or the select lever in the “P”...
Page 315 In case of emergency front or rear jack-up point closest to the flat WARNING tire. Turn the jackscrew by hand until the jack Do not use oil or grease on the head engages firmly into the jack-up point. wheel studs or nuts when the spare tire is installed.
Page 316: Jump Starting
In case of emergency the wheel nut wrench or a pipe extension Jump starting the proper place. on the wrench because you may exceed S09AD & Battery Precautions! the specified torque. Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive S09AD02 service facility.
Page 317: Precautions When Jump Starting
In case of emergency and protective gloves when inspect- can cause blindness and burns. gen gas. To prevent an explosion, ing your vehicle’s battery. Avoid charge your vehicle’s battery in a tipping the battery and subjecting it well ventilated area and keep flames Keep flames away: to shocks since this could cause away.
Page 318: How To Jump Start
In case of emergency for jump starting, consult a com- petent technician. CAUTION The battery used for boosting must be 12 V. Do not jump start unless you are sure that the booster battery is correct. When your vehicle does not start due to a run down (discharged) battery, the vehicle may be jump started by connecting your battery to another battery (called the...
Page 319 9-10 In case of emergency (1) Connect one jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal on the discharged battery. (2) Connect the other end of the cable to the positive (+) terminal of the booster battery. (3) Connect one end of the other jumper cable to the negative (−) terminal of the booster battery.
Page 320: Engine Overheating
Never attempt to remove the radia- sure has been fully released, remove the the engine and contact your SUBARU tor cap until the engine has been cap by pressing it down and turning dealer for repair.
Page 321: Towing
If towing is necessary, it is best done by an emergency (e.g., to free a stuck vehicle your SUBARU dealer or a commercial tool bag. Take the wheel nut wrench out of from mud, sand or snow).
Page 322 9-13 In case of emergency the vehicle and stow it in the tool bucket. Fit the towing hook cover on the bumper. Rear towing hook: 1. Take the towing hook out of the tool bucket and take the screwdriver out of the tool bag.
Page 323: Using A Flat-Bed Truck
9-14 In case of emergency & Using a flat-bed truck the vehicle and stow it in the tool bucket. Rear tie-down hooks: S09AF02 Fit the towing hook cover on the bumper. Front tie-down hooks: The rear tie-down hooks are located near This is the best way to transport your each of the jack-up reinforcements.
Page 324: Towing With All Wheels On The Ground
9-15 In case of emergency & Towing with all wheels on the Access key – if access key . Remember that the brake booster ground and power steering do not func- does not operate properly tion when the engine is not S09AF03 S09AP running.
Page 325: Locking And Unlocking
S09AP01 If the power does not switch even though the above procedure was fol- lowed precisely, we recommend that you contact your SUBARU dealer. & Starting engine S09AP03 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Shift the shift lever in neutral (MT models) or the select lever in the “P”...
Page 326: Rear Gate - If The Rear Gate Cannot Be Opened
If the engine does not start even though the above procedure was fol- lowed precisely, we recommend that you contact your SUBARU dealer. 1. Remove the access cover at the bottom-center of the rear gate trim. 3. Slide the lever to the right to unlock the NOTE rear gate.
Page 327: Sunroof - If The Sunroof Cannot Be Closed
We recommend that you have your 1. Refuel your vehicle. vehicle checked and repaired by an 1. Remove the plug on the roof trim of the authorized SUBARU dealer. For the fuel requirements and refueling cargo area by inserting the end of a flat- “...
Page 328 15 seconds of starter motor operation. If the engine still does not start the second time, we recommend that you contact your nearest SUBARU dealer for assistance. 4. After starting the engine, depress the accelerator pedal lightly until the engine Left-hand drive models runs smoothly.
Page 329 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, switches, combination Most common causes of corrosion .....
Page 330: Appearance Care
10-2 Appearance care Exterior care flushed from the surface and not allowed wash brushes could become to dry there. Rinse the vehicle thoroughly tangled around it, damaging the S10AA & Washing with plenty of lukewarm water. Wipe the wiper arm and other compo- remaining water off with a chamois or soft nents.
Page 331: Waxing And Polishing
S10AA02 . Clean the vehicle (including the alumi- Always wash and dry the vehicle before SUBARU dealer or an auto paint specia- num wheels) with water as soon as waxing and polishing. list.
Page 332: Corrosion Protection
We above freezing. recommend that you contact your 3. Dampness in certain parts of the SUBARU dealer to perform this kind of vehicle remains for a long time, even...
Page 333: Cleaning The Interior
If console panel, switches, using a solution of mild soap and luke- your SUBARU is to be parked for a long combination meter, and other warm water then dry thoroughly. time in bright sunlight, it is recommended...
Page 334: Monitor (If Equipped)
10-6 Appearance care & Monitor (if equipped) S10AC05 To clean the audio/navigation monitor, wipe it with a silicone cloth or with a soft cloth. If the monitor is extremely dirty, clean it with a soft cloth moistened with neutral detergent then carefully wipe off any remaining detergent.
Page 335 Maintenance and service Maintenance schedule ........11-3 Automatic transmission fluid......11-30 Maintenance precautions........11-7 Checking the fluid level........11-30 Recommended fluid ......... 11-31 Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment............ 11-7 Front differential gear oil (AT models) ... 11-31 When checking or servicing in the engine Checking the oil level ........
Page 336 Maintenance and service Tire inspection ..........11-40 Fuses ..............11-53 Tire pressures and wear ........11-40 Installation of accessories ......11-54 Wheel balance..........11-42 Replacing bulbs ..........11-55 Wear indicators ..........11-42 Headlights (models with HID headlights)... 11-55 Tire rotation direction mark ......11-43 Headlights (models without HID headlights)..
Page 337: Maintenance Schedule
Therefore there may be special requirement in your country. We recommend that you ask your SUBARU dealer for the actual maintenance schedule applied to your vehicle. Continue periodic maintenance beyond 120,000 km (75,000 miles) or 96 months by returning to the third column of the maintenance schedule and adding 120,000 km (75,000 miles) or 96 months to the column headings.
Page 338 (66,000 miles) Cooling system, hoses and connections 1st replacement: 132 months (11 years)/220,000 km (137,500 miles) Replace engine coolant (SUBARU Super On and after the 2nd replacement: Every 72 months (6 years)/ Coolant or equivalent) 120,000 km (75,000 miles)
Page 339 11-5 Maintenance and service MAINTENANCE INTERVAL (Number of months or km (miles), whichever occurs first) Months MAINTENANCE ITEM REMARKS 6 1,000 km 6 1,000 miles 4-speed models for See NOTE 4) Europe Automatic trans- 4-speed models for Replace every 48 months or 100,000 km (60,000 miles) whichever See NOTE 4) mission fluid General...
Page 340 11-6 Maintenance and service NOTE 1) When the vehicle is used under severe driving conditions mentioned in the following examples*, the engine oil and oil filter should be changed more frequently. 2) When the vehicle is used under severe driving conditions mentioned in the following examples*, inspection should be performed at every 15,000 km (9,000 miles) or 12 months, whichever occurs first.
Page 341: Maintenance Precautions
SUBARU dealer. maintained. that you consult your nearest . Never get under the vehicle sup- If you perform maintenance and service SUBARU dealer.
Page 342: When Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment (Non-Turbo Models)
11-8 Maintenance and service . Always remove the key from the to slip off the drive belt cover and For all four wheels turning S11AB0201 ignition switch. When the ignition result in an injury. switch is in the “ON” position, .
Page 343: Maintenance And Service
11-9 Maintenance and service sure to jack up all four wheels or use free rollers. For maintenance and inspection per- formed on AWD 4-speed AT models which requires a running engine and the front wheels turning (for example, when they are jacked up, driven on rollers, or tested by a brake tester), deactivate the AWD capability of the vehicle as follows.
Page 344: Engine Hood
11-10 Maintenance and service NOTE Engine hood After that maintenance and inspection S11AC have been performed, remove the To open the hood: spare fuse from the FWD connector in 1. If the wiper blades are lifted off the order to reactivate All-Wheel Drive. windshield, return them to their original Make sure to restore the removed positions.
Page 345 11-11 Maintenance and service WARNING Always check that the hood is properly locked before you start driving. If it is not, it might fly open while the vehicle is moving and block your view, which may cause an accident and serious bodily in- jury.
Page 346: Engine Compartment Overview
11-12 Maintenance and service Engine compartment overview The illustration is for a left-hand drive model. The locations of item No. 3 (clutch S11AD & Non-turbo petrol engine models fluid reservoir) and No. 5 (brake fluid reservoir) for a right-hand drive model S11AD20 are on the opposite side of those shown here.
Page 347: Turbo Petrol Engine Models
11-13 Maintenance and service & Turbo petrol engine models Power steering fluid reservoir (page 11- s11an S11AD11 Manual transmission oil level gauge (MT) (page 11- 28) or Differential gear oil s11aj level gauge (AT) (page 11- s11al Clutch fluid reservoir (page 11- s11ap Automatic transmission fluid level gauge (page 11-...
Page 348: Turbo Diesel Engine Models
11-14 Maintenance and service & Turbo diesel engine models Priming pump (page 9- s09al Clutch fluid reservoir (page 11- S11AD16 s11ap Brake fluid reservoir (page 11- s11ao Engine oil filter (page 11- s11ae02 Fuse box (page 11- s11bb Battery (page 11- s11ba Windshield washer tank (page 11- s11ax...
Page 349: Engine Oil
. For petrol engine models, if the oil consumption rate is abnormally large after the break-in period, for example more than 1 liter per 2,000 kilometers, we recommend that you contact your SUBARU dealer. Turbo models Oil level gauge Oil filler cap ENGINE OIL SEE OWNER’S MANUAL...
Page 350 11-16 Maintenance and service and insert it again. Non-turbo models Full level Turbo models Low level Notch Approximately 1.0 liter (1.1 US qt, 0.9 Full level Imp qt) from low level to full level Low level Approximately 1.0 liter (1.1 US qt, 0.9 3.
Page 351 11-17 Maintenance and service NOTE Turbo models: . Just after driving or while the engine Check the oil level on the gauge. If the oil level is below the low level mark, add oil is warm, the engine oil level reading so that the full level is reached.
Page 352: Changing The Oil And Oil Filter
We recommend that you con- when adding it. If oil touches the tact your SUBARU dealer for changing exhaust pipe, it may cause a bad the engine oil and oil filter. Fully trained smell, smoke, and/or a fire. If...
Page 353: Recommended Grade And Viscosity
11-19 Maintenance and service – Turn the engine off, wait for 15 4. While depressing the brake pedal, (3) Push the rear window defogger perform the following: switch to OFF. seconds and then restart the en- gine. (1) Push the rear window defogger (4) Turn the headlight switch to OFF.
Page 354: Cooling System
−368C (−338F). Make a specific temperature. sure to always use genuine If the radiator cooling fan does not operate SUBARU Super Coolant or an even when the following conditions occur, equivalent (non-amine type cool- the cooling fan circuit may be defective.
Page 355: Engine Coolant
If the fuse is not blown, we recommend tor cap/coolant filler tank cap until that you have the cooling system checked the engine has been shut off and by your SUBARU dealer. Refer to has cooled down completely. Be- “ Fuses” F11-53 “...
Page 356 11-22 Maintenance and service Check the coolant level at each fuel stop. 1. Check the coolant level on the outside of the reservoir while the engine is cool. 2. If the level is close to or lower than the “LOW” level mark, open the reservoir cap and add coolant up to the “FULL”...
Page 357 11-23 Maintenance and service following illustration. Do not pour the caps after checking that the rubber gas- coolant too quickly, as this may lead to kets inside the radiator cap/coolant filler insufficient air bleeding and trapped air in tank cap are in the proper position. the system.
Page 358: Air Cleaner Element
2. Detach the clip on the connector cable genuine SUBARU air cleaner ele- from the right side of the air cleaner case. ment. If it is not used, there is the 3.
Page 359 11-25 Maintenance and service the rear air cleaner case into the slits on the front air cleaner case. 8. Install the removed parts in the reverse order of removal. Turbo petrol engine models S11AG0108 Connector 4. Remove the air cleaner element. Clip 5.
Page 360 11-26 Maintenance and service the rear air cleaner case into the slits on the front air cleaner case. 7. Install the removed parts in the reverse order of removal. Diesel engine models S11AG0109 Connector 5. Remove the air cleaner element. Clamp 6.
Page 361: Spark Plugs
It may be difficult to replace the spark order of removal. plugs. It is recommended that you have S11AI14 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 362: Non-Turbo Petrol Engine Models And Diesel Engine Models
Manual transmission oil sound is heard from them, we recommend Check the deflection of the front S11AJ that you contact your SUBARU dealer. side belt and if there is any loosen- NOTE ess, cracks, wear or unusual noise & Non-turbo petrol engine...
Page 363: Recommended Grade And Viscosity
11-29 Maintenance and service & Recommended grade and viscosity S11AJ02 Each oil manufacturer has its own base oils and additives. Never use different brands together. For details, refer to “ Manual transmission, front differential s12aa13 F12-10. and rear differential gear oil” 5-speed transmission (turbo models) Full level Low level...
Page 364: Automatic Transmission Fluid
11-30 Maintenance and service 4-speed AT models: 5-speed AT models: Automatic transmission fluid S11AK & Checking the fluid level S11AK01 The automatic transmission fluid expands largely as its temperature rises; the fluid level differs according to fluid temperature. Therefore, there are two different scales for checking the level of hot fluid and cold fluid on the level gauge.
Page 365: Recommended Fluid
11-31 Maintenance and service & Recommended fluid 4. Pull out the level gauge and check the Front differential gear oil (AT fluid level on the gauge. If it is below the S11AK02 “ F12-11. models) Refer to Fluids” low level on the “HOT” range, add the s12aa10 S11AL recommended automatic transmission...
Page 366: Recommended Grade And Viscosity
For details, refer to “ oil level, we recommend that you consult Manual transmission, front differential s12aa13 F12-10. your SUBARU dealer for inspection. and rear differential gear oil” & Recommended grade and viscosity S11AM02 Each oil manufacturer has its own base oils and additives.
Page 367: Power Steering Fluid (If Equipped)
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, level between the “MIN” and “MAX” line. and stop the engine. If the fluid level is extremely low, it may indicate possible leakage. We recom- mend that you consult your SUBARU dealer for an inspection.
Page 368: Brake Fluid
If you suspect a problem, we re- commend that you have the vehicle checked at your SUBARU dealer. CAUTION “MAX” level mark . When adding brake fluid, be care- “MIN”...
Page 369: Clutch Fluid (Mt Models)
. If the vehicle requires frequent refilling, there may be a leak. If you suspect a problem, we re- commend that you have the vehicle checked at your SUBARU dealer. . When clutch fluid is added, be careful not to allow any dirt into Check the fluid level on the outside of the the tank.
Page 370: Brake Booster
If the free play is not within proper brake pedal strongly or suddenly, the specification, we recommend that you following phenomena occur. They do contact your SUBARU dealer. not indicate any malfunctions, and the brake assist system is operating prop-...
Page 371: Checking The Brake Pedal Reserve Distance
SUBARU dealer. the pedal pad and the floor. When the measurement is smaller than the specification, or when the pedal does not operate smoothly, we recommend that you contact your SUBARU dealer.
Page 372: Hill Start Assist System (Mt Models)
CAUTION that you have the brake pads serviced by Pulling the parking brake lever too your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. forcefully may cause the rear CAUTION wheels to lock. To avoid this, be...
Page 373: Parking Brake Stroke
Summer tires are inadequate for driving you have the brake system checked and on slippery roads such as on snow- adjusted at your SUBARU dealer. covered or icy roads. If you drive your vehicle on snow-covered or icy roads, we strongly recommend the use of winter (snow) tires.
Page 374: Tire Inspection
Check and, if necessary, adjust We recommend that you contact your the pressure of each tire (including the SUBARU dealer immediately if you find spare) at least once a month (for example, any problem. during a fuel stop) and before any long NOTE journey.
Page 375 11-41 Maintenance and service . The tires are considered cold when . Abnormally low tire pressure (tread kPa (kgf/cm REAR the vehicle has been parked for at least worn at shoulders) When using snow tires, speed should 3 hours or has been driven less than never exceed XXX km/h (speed symbol 1.6 km (1 mile).
Page 376: Wheel Balance
SUBARU dealer. Also have them If the tire placard shows tire pressures for adjusted after tire repairs and after tire the vehicle when fully loaded and for the rotation.
Page 377: Tire Rotation Direction Mark
11-43 Maintenance and service & Tire rotation direction mark & Tire rotation WARNING S11AV11 S11AV07 When a tire’s tread wear indicator becomes visible, the tire is worn beyond the acceptable limit and must be replaced immediately. With a tire in this condition, driving at high speeds in wet weather can cause the vehicle to hydroplane.
Page 378: Tire Replacement
After driving approximately 1,000 km (600 can also dangerously reduce miles), check the wheel nuts again and For safe vehicle operation, SUBARU controllability and braking per- retighten any nut that has become loose. recommends replacing all four tires at formance and can lead to an the same time.
Page 379: Wheel Replacement
S11AV1001 wheels match the specifications of the wheels that are fitted as standard equip- ment. Replacement wheels are available from SUBARU dealer. WARNING Use only those wheels that are specified for your vehicle. Wheels not meeting specifications could...
Page 380: Aluminum Wheels (If Equipped)
. When wheel nuts, balance weights, or the center cap is replaced, we recommend that you replace them with genuine SUBARU parts designed for aluminum wheels. Remove the washer tank filler cap, then check the fluid level indicated by the level gauge (attached to the inside of the cap).
Page 381: Replacement Of Wiper Blades
SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid side temperature. If the concen- outer surface of the windshield (or rear contains 58.5% methyl alcohol and 41.5%...
Page 382: Windshield Wiper Blade Assembly
11-48 Maintenance and service & Windshield wiper blade as- & Windshield wiper blade rub- carefully return the wiper arms on the windshield while support- sembly ing them with your hands. You S11AZ01 S11AZ02 1. Raise the wiper arm off the windshield. should not return the wiper arms to the windshield only by the return spring.
Page 383: Rear Window Wiper Blade Assembly
11-49 Maintenance and service & Rear window wiper blade grooves in the rubber and slide the blade rubber assembly into the support until it is assembly locked. S11AZ03 1. Raise the wiper arm off the rear window. Metal spines 2. If the new blade rubber is not provided with two metal spines, remove the metal Claw spines from the old blade rubber and...
Page 384: Rear Window Wiper Blade Rubber
11-50 Maintenance and service & Rear window wiper blade rubber S11AZ04 3. Pull the wiper blade assembly toward 2. Pull the blade rubber assembly out of you to remove it from the wiper arm. the plastic support. 4. Install the wiper blade assembly to the 1.
Page 385: Battery
11-51 Maintenance and service install them in the new blade rubber. rubber with the stoppers on the plastic Battery support ends. If the rubber is not retained S11BA & Battery Precautions! properly, the wiper may scratch the rear window glass. S11BA01 WARNING Read these instructions care-...
Page 386 11-52 Maintenance and service and protective gloves when inspect- can cause blindness and burns. gen gas. To prevent an explosion, ing your vehicle’s battery. Avoid charge your vehicle’s battery in a tipping the battery and subjecting it well ventilated area and keep flames Keep flames away: to shocks since this could cause away.
Page 387: Fuses
11-53 Maintenance and service Fuses CAUTION S11BB Never use more than 10 amperes CAUTION when charging the battery because it will shorten battery life. Never replace a fuse with one hav- ing a higher rating or with material other than a fuse because serious damage or a fire could result.
Page 388: Installation Of Accessories
1. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”/ We recommend that you always consult “OFF” position and turn off all electrical your SUBARU dealer before installing fog accessories. lights or any other electrical equipment in your vehicle. Such accessories may 2.
Page 389: Replacing Bulbs
Bulbs may become very hot while bulbs. We recommend that you have light assemblies by yourself. illuminated. Before replacing bulbs, the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU . Do not remove any headlight- turn off the lights and wait until the dealer if necessary.
Page 390 11-56 Maintenance and service 3. Remove the bulb cover by turning it 7. Reconnect the electrical connector. counterclockwise. 8. Install the bulb cover. 9. Install the air intake duct with clips (right-hand side). 10. Set the washer tank to the original place and secure it by clip (left-hand side).
Page 391: Front Position Light And Front Turn Signal Light
If the bulb fails, the whole side turn signal light assembly must be replaced. We recommend that you have the side turn signal light assembly replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. 3. Remove the bulb from the headlight assembly by turning it counterclockwise.
Page 392: Rear Combination Lights
11-58 Maintenance and service & Rear combination lights sembly rearward and remove it from the vehicle. S11BE05 6. Put the rear combination light assem- bly into place while aligning the clip with 1. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove Brake/tail light the guide on the vehicle.
Page 393: License Plate Light
11-59 Maintenance and service & License plate light & Dome light, map light, cargo S11BE07 area light and door step light S11BE37 CAUTION When the door or the rear gate is opened, the lights may illuminate and the bulbs may become very hot. Observe the following precautions in order to avoid burning yourself.
Page 394: Other Lights On The Vehicle
We recommend . The operating distance of the remote that you have the bulbs replaced by keyless entry system is unstable your SUBARU dealer if necessary. . The transmitter does not operate prop- erly when used within the standard dis- tance Cargo area light Replace the battery with a new one.
Page 395: Replacing Battery Of Access Key
(A) . It is recommended that the battery to remove the cover. should be replaced at a SUBARU deal- Knob Mechanical key . Use a new battery.
Page 396: Replacing Battery Of Transmitter
11-62 Maintenance and service & Replacing battery of trans- mitter S11BK02 Type A S11BK0201 4. Wrap a flat-head screwdriver with vinyl 5. Insert a new battery with its positive (+) tape, and insert it between the battery and side facing upward as shown in the figure. the board (B).
Page 397 11-63 Maintenance and service screwdriver. tion. Then, insert a flat-head screwdriver that has been wrapped in insulating tape into the gap. 6. Remove the old battery. 3. Remove the three screws and then remove the cover. Protruding portion 5. After moving the flat-head screwdriver toward the protruding side so that the battery comes loose from the protruding portion, return it to its original position and...
Page 398 11-64 Maintenance and service Type B 4. Fit a new battery (type CR-1620 3V or S11BK0202 equivalent) in the case with its negative (−) side facing upward. 5. Put the case together by fitting the mating part of the button side into the hook on the key side.
Page 399 Specifications Specifications ............. 12-2 Wheel alignment ..........12-13 Fuses and circuits ........... 12-14 Dimensions............12-2 Fuse panel located in the passenger Engine ............... 12-3 compartment ..........12-14 Electrical system..........12-4 Fuse panel located in the engine Fuel ..............12-5 compartment ..........12-16 Engine oil ............
Page 400 12-2 Specifications Specifications S12AA These specifications are subject to change without notice. & Dimensions S12AA01 mm (in) Item Petrol engine models Diesel engine models 2.0 L models 2.5 L non-turbo models 2.5 L turbo models 2.0 L models Overall length 4,560 (179.5) —...
Page 401: Specifications
12-3 Specifications & Engine S12AA02 Models that conform to “Euro 4” or “PROCONVE L-5” Engine model Petrol engine FB20 FB25 EJ255 (2.0 L, DOHC, non-turbo) (2.5 L, DOHC, non-turbo) (2.5 L, DOHC, turbo) Engine type Horizontally opposed, liquid cooled 4 cylinder, 4-stroke petrol engine 1,995 (121.7) 2,498 (152) 2,457 (149.9)
Page 402: Electrical System
12-4 Specifications & Electrical system S12AA03 Battery type and capacity Petrol engine models Australia models 12V-48AH (55D23L) (5HR) Middle East models 12V-27AH (34B19L) Other models 2.0 L models 12V-48AH (55D23L) 2.5 L 12V-48AH (55D23L) models 12V-52AH (65D23L) Diesel engine models 12V-64AH (95D26L) Alternator Petrol engine models...
Page 403: Fuel
12-5 Specifications & Fuel S12AA08 NOTE . For petrol engine models, your engine is designed to use only unleaded petrol. . For diesel engine models, your engine is designed to use only diesel fuel. Model Fuel requirement Fuel tank capacity 2.0 L models 95 Octane or higher* Non-turbo models...
Page 404: Engine Oil
SUBARU dealer. Approved engine oil S12AA1201 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 405 Specifications Alternative engine oil S12AA1202 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 406 12-8 Specifications ! Turbo models S12AA120202 SAE viscosity No. and Oil grade Oil capacity applicable temperature – Adding the oil from L to F level: 5W-30* engine oil is recommended for 1.0 liter (1.1 US qt, 0.9 Imp qt) optimum engine performance and pro- –...
Page 407 12-9 Specifications ! Diesel models S12AA120203 SAE viscosity No. and Oil grade Oil capacity applicable temperature – Adding the oil from L to F level: 0W-30* engine oil is recommended for 1.0 liter (1.1 US qt, 0.9 Imp qt) optimum engine performance and pro- –...
Page 408: Manual Transmission, Front Differential And Rear Differential Gear Oil
12-10 Specifications & Manual transmission, front differential and rear differential gear oil S12AA13 SAE viscosity No. and applicable Oil grade Applies parts and model Oil capacity temperature 5-speed 3.5 liters (3.7 US qt, 3.1 Imp qt) Manual transmission 5-speed with dual range 4.0 liters (4.2 US qt, 3.5 Imp qt) 6-speed 3.3 liters (3.5 US qt, 2.9 Imp qt)
Page 409: Fluids
Model Fluid capacity 2.0 L models 8.4 liters (8.9 US qt, 7.4 Imp qt) 4-speed Automatic transmission fluid (AT · SUBARU ATF 2.5 L models 9.3 liters (9.8 US qt, 8.2 Imp qt) models) · IDEMITSU ATF HP 5-speed 9.8 liters (10.4 US qt, 8.6 Imp qt) ·...
Page 410: Engine Coolant
2.5 L non-turbo models 7.0 liters (7.4 US qt, 6.2 Imp qt) 6.9 liters (7.3 US qt, 6.1 Imp qt)* SUBARU Super Coolant 7.4 liters (7.8 US qt, 6.5 Imp qt)* 2.5 L turbo models 8.1 liters (8.6 US qt, 7.1 Imp qt) 8.0 liters (8.5 US qt, 7.0 Imp qt)
Page 411: Wheel Alignment
12-13 Specifications & Wheel alignment S12AA06 We recommend that you have the wheel alignment checked or adjusted by your SUBARU dealer. Front 0 (0 in) Toe angle (sum of both wheels): 08 Rear Camber Front 0800’ (The difference between right-hand camber and left-hand camber should be within 45’ or less.)
Page 412: Fuses And Circuits
12-14 Specifications Fuses and circuits Fuse Fuse Circuit S12AB panel rating & Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment Rear fog light S12AB01 Trailer Empty Door locking Front wiper deicer relay Combination meter 7.5A Remote control rear view mirrors Seat heater relay Combination meter Integrated unit Stop light...
Page 413: Specifications
12-15 Specifications Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse Circuit Circuit panel rating panel rating Empty 7.5A Auto air conditioner unit (FWD connector Integrated unit AWD AT models) Empty Illumination Seat heaters 7.5A ABS/Vehicle Dynamics Control unit Back-up light Empty Accessory power outlet (instrument panel) 7.5A Starter relay...
Page 414: Fuse Panel Located In The Engine Compartment
12-16 Specifications & Fuse panel located in the engine compartment Fuse Fuse S12AB02 Circuit panel rating ABS unit Vehicle Dynamics Con- trol unit Main fan (cooling fan) Sub fan (cooling fan) Empty Audio Low beam headlight High beam headlight Back-up Horn Rear window defogger Mirror heater...
Page 415 12-17 Specifications Fuse Fuse Circuit panel rating Secondary air combina- tion valve (turbo petrol engine models) Low beam headlight (left side) beam headlight (right side)
Page 416: Bulb Chart
12-18 Specifications Bulb chart S12AC Lights A and B are the LED (Light Emitting Diode) type. We recommend that you consult your SUBARU dealer for replacement.
Page 417 – Do not remove any headlight- Licence plate light 12V-5W assembly components by – – High mount stop light yourself. – – Side turn signal light (if equipped) For replacement, we recommend that you contact your SUBARU *: ECE specification dealer. – CONTINUED –...
Page 418 12-20 Specifications CAUTION Replace any bulb only with a new bulb of the specified wattage. Using a bulb of different wattage could result in a fire.
Page 419: Vehicle Identification
12-21 Specifications Vehicle identification number Vehicle identification ID label (Europe models) S12AD & For vehicle body Tire inflation pressure label Year of manufacture label (Middle East S12AD01 models) Model number label (General models) Built date label (Australia models) ADR compliance plate (Australia models) Fuel label Air conditioner label –...
Page 420: For Engine
12-22 Specifications & For engine Diesel engine S12AD0202 S12AD02 Petrol engine S12AD0201 Engine serial number (punch marked) Engine type (casting) on crankcase Engine serial number (punch marked) upper side Engine type (casting) on crankcase upper side...
Page 421 Supplement Year of manufacture (Middle East models Integrated unit (car immobilizer) ......13-7 only) ..............13-2 Immobilizer............13-8 LF Oscillator............13-9 Speed limit, maximum torque and ® Bluetooth module........... 13-10 maximum power at rpm (Middle East models only)............ 13-2 Technical information and instruction of the radio and telecommunication devices Fuel consumption and CO -emissions...
Page 422: Year Of Manufacture (Middle East Models Only)
13-2 Supplement Year of manufacture (Middle Speed limit, maximum torque and maximum power at rpm East models only) (Middle East models only) S13AI S13AJ Model 2.5 L Speed limit km/h Maximum torque 235 (24.0)/4,100 N·m (kgf·m) Maximum power 126 (172)/5,800 kW (PS) The performance data above is the numeric value evaluated according to the GSO-ISO-1585- 2008 quality norm.
Page 423: Fuel Consumption And Co -Emissions (Eu Only)
13-3 Supplement Fuel consumption and CO -emissions (EU only) S13AF Petrol engine models that conform to “Euro 5” Model and Type Fuel consumption according to -emissions according to 715/2007-692/2008 (L/100 km) 715/2007-692/2008 (g/km) Urban Extra-urban Total Urban Extra-urban Total 2.0 L models 4AT: 4-speed automatic transmission D/R: Dual-range manual transmission Diesel engine models that conform to “Euro 5”...
Page 424: Declaration Of Conformity In Accordance With The Radio And Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999/5/Ec
13-4 Supplement Declaration of conformity in accordance with the radio and telecommunications terminal equipment directive 1999/5/EC S13AG & Transmitter for keyless entry system (left-hand drive models) S13AG03...
Page 425: Transmitter For Keyless Entry System (Right-Hand Drive Models)
13-5 Supplement & Transmitter for keyless entry system (right-hand drive models) S13AG04 – CONTINUED –...
Page 426: Receiver For Keyless Entry System
13-6 Supplement & Receiver for keyless entry system S13AG05...
Page 427: Integrated Unit (Car Immobilizer)
13-7 Supplement & Integrated unit (car immobilizer) S13AG06 – CONTINUED –...
Page 428: Immobilizer
13-8 Supplement & Immobilizer S13AG02 Hereby, Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd., declares that this SSPIMB01 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Page 429: Lf Oscillator
13-9 Supplement & LF Oscillator S13AG07 Hereby, Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd., declares that this SSPLF01 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. – CONTINUED –...
Page 430: Supplement
13-10 Supplement & Bluetooth ® module S13AG08 Type D audio S13AG0801...
Page 431 13-11 Supplement Type E audio S13AG0802...
Page 432: Technical Information And Instruction Of The Radio And Telecommunication Devices For China Models
13-12 Supplement & Immobilizer & Push-button ignition switch Technical information and S13AP02 S13AP03 instruction of the radio and telecommunication devices for China models S13AP & Transmitter S13AP01...
Page 433: Access Key
13-13 Supplement & Access key & Antenna for keyless access & Bluetooth ® module S13AP04 S13AP05 S13AP06...
Page 434: Index
Index...
Page 435 14-2 Index ® iPod operations ............ 5-29 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ........7-28 Set ................ 5-4 Warning light ............3-20 USB storage device operations ........ 5-29 Access key ..............2-8 Automatic climate control system........4-6 Warning light ......... 3-25, 3-26, 3-28 Automatic headlight beam leveler .........
Page 436 14-3 Index Clutch function ............. 11-37 Pad and lining ............11-38 Parking ............7-33, 11-39 Clutch pedal free play ........... 11-37 Pedal ..............11-36 Coolant level............11-21 System ..............7-27 Fluid level (automatic transmission fluid)....11-30 Brake pedal Fluid level (brake fluid) .......... 11-34 Free play .............
Page 437 14-4 Index Clutch Dimensions..............12-2 Fluid............11-35, 12-11 Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ......7-27 Pedal ..............11-37 Dome light ............6-2, 11-59 Coat hook ..............6-14 Door Coin tray..............6-8 Locks..............2-4 Continuously variable transmission Open warning light..........3-24 Fluid..............
Page 438 14-5 Index Seat height adjustment (driver’s seat) ......1-4 Coolant............11-21, 12-12 Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)......6, 8-2 Fuel ................7-2 Hood ..............11-10 Consumption and CO -emissions (EU only) ....13-3 Oil............... 11-15, 12-6 Consumption indicator..........3-34 Overheating ............9-11 Economy hints ............
Page 439 14-6 Index High/low beam change (dimmer)........3-38 Turn signal ............3-32 Hill start assist (MT models) ....... 7-34, 11-38 Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF......... 3-21 Warning light ............3-23 Vehicle Dynamics Control operation......3-31 Hook Information display............3-34 Cargo tie-down ............6-16 Inside mirror ..............
Page 440 14-7 Index Map light ............6-3, 11-59 License plate light ............. 11-59 Light Meters and gauges............3-7 Cargo area............ 6-3, 11-59 Mirror defogger ............3-49 Control switch............3-37 Mirrors ..............3-48 Dome ............6-2, 11-59 Door step............. 11-59 Fog (front)............. 3-42 New vehicle break-in driving .........
Page 441 14-8 Index Petrol fuel ..............7-2 Head restraint adjustment......... 1-8 Power Reclining ..............1-9 Door locking switch ..........2-7 Rear view camera ............6-16 Outside mirrors ............3-48 Rear window Seat ............... 1-4 Defogger ............... 3-49 Steering ..............7-25 Wiper and washer switch......... 3-46 Steering fluid ..........
Page 442 14-9 Index Safety tips ............. 1-11 Dome light ............11-59 Door step light ............11-59 Warning light and chime .......... 3-15 Front position light..........11-57 Security Front turn signal light..........11-57 Immobilizer ............. 2-3 Headlight ............. 11-55 Indicator light (immobilizer) ........3-31 License plate light ..........
Page 443 14-10 Index Steering wheel All wheels on the ground ......... 9-15 Power..............7-25 Flat-bed truck............9-14 Tilt/telescopic............3-51 Hooks ..............9-12 Storage compartment ........... 6-5 Weight ..............8-16 Sun shade ..............2-28 Traction control function ..........7-30 Sun visors..............6-5 Trailer Sunroof.............
Page 444 14-11 Index Balance............... 11-42 Warning chimes Keyless access with push-button start system ... 3-25 Covers ..............11-45 Seatbelt ..............3-15 Nut tightening torque..........9-4 Warning light Replacement............11-45 ABS ..............3-20 Windows ..............2-23 Access key ........... 3-26, 3-28 Windshield All-Wheel Drive............
Page 445 GAS STATION REFERENCE & & Fuel: Fuel capacity: Petrol engine models: 60 liters (15.9 US gal, 13.2 Imp gal) ! Non-turbo petrol engine models Diesel engine models: 64 liters (16.9 US gal, 14.1 Imp gal) ! 2.0 L models & Engine oil: Use only unleaded petrol.

Subaru Forester 2012 Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

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 Switch

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

Remote Keyless Entry System (if Equipped)

Double Locking System (if Equipped)

Function Disabling Unlocking with Power Door Locking Switch (Australia Models)

Child Safety Locks

Windows

Rear Gate

Sunroof (if Equipped)

Table of Contents

Climate Control

Ventilator Control

Climate Control Panel

Automatic Climate Control System (Type B and C)

Manual Climate Control

Operating Tips for Heater and Air

Defrosting

Air Filtration System

Audio

Antenna System

Installation of Accessories

Audio Set

Power and Audio Controls

FM/AM Radio Operation

CD Player Operation

Auxiliary Input Jack (if Equipped)

Precautions to Observe When Handling a Compact Disc

Audio Control Buttons (if Equipped)

Bluetooth Audio (Type D and E Audio)

Hands-Free System (if Equipped)

Screensaver (Type E Audio)

Interior Equipment

Quick Links

Chapters

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