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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. For information not found in this Owner's Manual,

such as details concerning repairs or adjustments, we recommend

that you contact the SUBARU dealer from whom you purchased

your SUBARU or the nearest SUBARU dealer.

The information, specifications and illustrations found in this

manual are those in effect at the time of printing. FUJI HEAVY

INDUSTRIES LTD. reserves the right to change specifications and

designs at any time without prior notice and without incurring any

obligation to make the same or similar changes on vehicles

previously sold. This Owner's Manual applies to all models and

covers all equipment, including factory installed options. Some

explanations, therefore may be for equipment not installed in your

vehicle.

Please leave this manual in the vehicle at the time of resale. The

next owner will need the information found herein.

NOTE: "SUBARU dealer" means an authorized SUBARU dealer

and/or repairer.

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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. 1) Sedan 2) Station wagon 3) OUTBACK...
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 as all other portions of this manual care- Battery fluid contains sulfuric fully in order to gain a better understand- acid ing of how to use your SUBARU vehicle safely. Keep children away WARNING Keep flames away...
Page 5 Mark Name Mark Name Mark Name Fuel Wiper intermittent Fan speed Front fog lights Windshield wiper and washer Instrument panel outlets Rear window wiper and Instrument panel outlets and Rear fog lights washer foot outlets Parking lights Lights Foot outlets Windshield defroster and foot Hazard warning flasher Headlight beam leveler...
Page 6 . The SRS airbags deploy with Safety precautions when Mark Name considerable speed and force. driving Occupants who are out of proper Brake fluid & Seatbelt and SRS airbag position when the SRS airbag deploys could suffer very serious injuries. Because the SRS airbag Door lock WARNING needs enough space for deploy-...
Page 7 & Child safety with considerable speed and in the vehicle. They could acci- force and can injure or even kill dentally injure themselves or children, especially if they are others through inadvertent op- WARNING not restrained or improperly re- eration of the vehicle. Also, on .
Page 8 & Engine exhaust gas (carbon hol affects all people differently, you may vehicle, have the problem have consumed too much alcohol to drive monoxide) checked and corrected as soon safely even if the level of alcohol in your as possible. If you must drive blood is below the legal limit.
Page 9 & Modification of your vehicle & Driving a vehicle equipped of any illicit mind-altering drugs. For your own health and well-being, we urge you with a navigation system not to take illegal drugs in the first place CAUTION and to seek treatment if you are addicted WARNING to those drugs.
Page 10 & Driving with pets & Tire pressures Unrestrained pets can interfere with your Check and, if necessary, adjust the driving and distract your attention from pressure of each tire (including the spare) driving. In a collision or sudden stop, at least once a month and before any long unrestrained pets or cages can be thrown journey.
Page 11: 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 12 Engine hood (page 11-12) Illustrated index Headlight switch (page 3-50) & Exterior Replacing bulbs (page 11-59) Wiper switch (page 3-58) Sunroof (page 2-36) Door locks (page 2-4) Tire pressure (page 11-44) Flat tires (page 9-4) Tire chains (page 8-11) 10) Front fog light switch (page 3-55) 11) Tie-down hooks (page 9-12) 12) Towing hook (page 9-12)
Page 13 Rear window defogger button (page 3-61) Fuel filler lid and cap (page 7-3) Child safety locks (page 2-32) Tie-down hooks (page 9-13) Towing hook (page 9-12) Trunk lid (page 2-34) Rear gate (page 2-35) – CONTINUED –...
Page 14 & Interior ISOFIX anchor bars (page 1-36) Seatbelt (page 1-13) ! Passenger compartment area Center console box (page 6-5) Front seat (page 1-2) Rear seat (page 1-10)
Page 15 Top tether anchorages (page 1-39) Dome light (page 6-2) Sun visors (page 6-3) Cargo area light (page 6-2) Rear center seatbelt (page 1-20) Cargo area cover (page 6-11) – CONTINUED –...
Page 16 Parking brake lever (page 7-51) Shift lever (MT) (page 7-18/ page 7-22) Selector lever (AT) (page 7-25) Information display (page 3-46) Clock (page 3-45) Center panel compartment (page 6-5) Navigation system (See navigation sys- tem instruction manual.) Glove box (page 6-4) Hazard warning button (page 3-8) 10) Audio (page 5-1) 11) Climate control (page 4-1)
Page 17 & Instrument panel Door locks (page 2-4) Illumination brightness control dial ! Left-hand drive vehicles (page 3-51) Remote control mirror switch (page 3-64) Headlight beam leveler (page 3-52) Windshield wiper deicer button (page 3- Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch (page 7-50) Audio control buttons (page 5-36) Light control switch (page 3-50) or Wiper control lever (page 3-57)
Page 18 ! Right-hand drive vehicles Door locks (page 2-4) Illumination brightness control dial (page 3-51) Remote control mirror switch (page 3-64) Headlight beam leveler (page 3-52) Windshield wiper deicer button (page 3- Light control switch (page 3-50) or Wiper control lever (page 3-57) Paddle shift (page 7-35) Combination meter (page 3-9) Audio control buttons (page 5-36)
Page 19 & Light control and wiper control levers/switches Parking light switch (page 3-55) Windshield wiper (page 3-58) ! Except Australia models Mist (page 3-59) Windshield washer (page 3-59) Rear window wiper and washer switch (page 3-60) Wiper control lever (page 3-57) Light control switch (page 3-50) Front fog light switch (page 3-55)/Rear fog light switch (page 3-56)
Page 20 ! Australia models Parking light switch (page 3-55) Turn signal (page 3-51) Headlight flasher High/Low beam change (page 3-50) Headlight ON/OFF (page 3-50) Front fog light switch (page 3-55) Light control switch (page 3-50) Wiper control lever (page 3-57) Rear window wiper and washer switch (page 3-60) Mist (page 3-59) 10) Windshield washer (page 3-59)
Page 21 & Combination meter Temperature gauge (page 3-29) Tachometer (page 3-28) ! Overview Speedometer (page 3-26) Fuel gauge (page 3-28) Type A Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob (page 3-27) Odometer and trip meter (page 3-27) Gear position indicator (page 3-44) –...
Page 22 Type B Temperature gauge (page 3-11) Tachometer (page 3-10) Speedometer (page 3-9) Fuel gauge (page 3-11) Multi-information display toggle button (page 3-13) ECO gauge (page 3-12) Gear position indicator (page 3-44) Multi-information display (page 3-13)
Page 23 ! Warning and indicator lights Mark Name Page Mark Name Page Mark Name Page Access key warning light Cruise control indicator 3-38 3-45 (if equipped) light (if equipped) Seatbelt warning light (if 3-30 equipped) Immobilizer indicator light Cruise control set indica- 3-43 3-45 (vehicle with immobilizer)
Page 24 & Tire changing tools Jack handle (page 9-21) Jack (page 9-21) Spare tire (page 9-21)
Page 25 Function settings 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 a genuine SUBARU navigation system, the settings for some of these functions can be changed using the monitor.
Page 26 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Front seats............Seatbelt with shoulder belt and lap belt pretensioners (Driver’s side – Australia models Manual seat (if equipped) ........only)..............1-25 Power seat (if equipped) ........System monitors ..........1-26 Head restraint adjustment........System servicing ..........1-27 Active head restraint ...........
Page 27: Front Seats
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Front seats times. NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FA- CING CHILD SEAT IN THE FRONT WARNING SEAT. DOING SO RISKS SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD . Never adjust the seat while driv- BY PLACING THE CHILD’S HEAD ing to avoid the possibility of TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG.
Page 28: Manual Seat (If Equipped)
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Manual seat (if equipped) ! Reclining the seatback ! Fore and aft adjustment 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...
Page 29: Power Seat (If Equipped)
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Power seat (if equipped) ! Seat cushion height adjustment ! Seat cushion angle adjustment (driver’s seat) ! Fore and aft adjustment To adjust the seat cushion angle, pull up The height of the seat can be adjusted by or push down the front end of the control To adjust the seat forward or backward, moving the seat cushion adjustment lever...
Page 30 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags To adjust the seat height, pull up or push ! Registration of seat position WARNING down the rear end of the control switch. ! Reclining the seatback WARNING To prevent the passenger from slid- ing under the seatbelt in the event of .
Page 31 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags LHD model . When any trouble or a malfunc- ! Retrieval of seat position tion occurs during the retrieval of the seat position, stop the retrie- WARNING val of the seat position using any . Never retrieve the seat position of the control switches for man- ual adjustment, seat memory set while driving to avoid the possi-...
Page 32: Head Restraint Adjustment
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags RHD model . To retrieve the seat position, The head restraint should be adjusted so that the center of the head restraint is make sure the hands, feet or closest to the top of the occupant’s ears. luggage of rear seat passengers are clear of the seat adjusting WARNING...
Page 33: Active Head Restraint
2. Pull off the head restraint while press- mend that you have an author- ized SUBARU dealer inspect the ing the release button. active head restraints. 3. Recline the seatback rearward up to . The active head restraints may the lowest position.
Page 34: Lumbar Support (If Equipped)
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Lumbar support (if equipped) on the adjustment knob for each seat Seat heater (if equipped) heater comes on when that seat heater is activated. When the vehicle’s interior is warmed enough or before you leave the vehicle, be sure to turn the switch off.
Page 35: Rear Seats
1-10 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Folding down the rear seat – Rear seats Station wagon WARNING Never stack luggage or other cargo Unlock the seatback by pushing the WARNING higher than the top of the seatback release button and then fold the seatback because it could tumble forward and down.
Page 36: Head Restraint Adjustment
1-11 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ing serious injury during a sud- den stop. & Head restraint adjustment WARNING Never drive the vehicle with the head restraints removed because they are designed to reduce the risk of serious neck injury in the event that the vehicle is struck from the Station wagon When not used (Retracted position)
Page 37: Armrest (If Equipped)
1-12 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags When the rear-center seating position is Armrest (if equipped) occupied, raise the head restraint to the click position. When the rear center seat- ing position is not occupied, lower the head restraint to improve rearward visibi- lity.
Page 38: Loading Long Objects (Sedan)
1-13 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Seatbelts ward and causing serious injury WARNING during a sudden stop or sharp & Seatbelt safety tips cornering. Tie long objects down To avoid the possibility of serious with a rope or something equiva- injury, passengers must never be lent.
Page 39: Emergency Locking Retractor (Elr)
1-14 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags the “Child restraint systems” ! Expectant mothers properly restrained at all times in a child restraint device or in a section in this chapter. seatbelt, whichever is appropri- ate for the child’s age, height and ! Infants or small children weight.
Page 40: Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/Elr)
A/ELR has an additional locking mode necessary, repaired by the nearest “Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) SUBARU dealer. mode” intended to secure a child restraint system. When the seatbelt is once drawn ! Europe, Asia and Australia models...
Page 41: Seat, Seatbelt And Srs Airbags
1-16 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags passenger’s seatbelt not fastened, the ger’s seatbelt is still not fastened when the warning light(s) corresponding to the un- 108-second period has elapsed, the warn- fastened seatbelt(s) will come on and ing light(s) will stop flashing and the stays on continuously.
Page 42: Rear Seatbelt Indicator Light (Australia Models)
1-17 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Rear seatbelt indicator light . Keep the lap belt as low as If the driver’s seatbelt is still not fastened when the 108-second period has elapsed, (Australia models) possible on your hips. In a colli- the warning light will stop flashing.
Page 43 1-18 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! Front seatbelts until you hear a click. 1. Adjust the seat position: Driver’s seat: Adjust the seatback to the upright position. Move the seat as far from the steering wheel as practical while still maintaining full vehicle control.
Page 44 1-19 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! Rear seatbelts (except rear center WARNING seatbelt on Station wagon) When wearing the seatbelts, make 1. Sit well back in the seat. sure the shoulder portion of the 2. Pick up the tongue plate and pull the webbing does not pass over your belt out slowly.
Page 45 1-20 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 on Station wagon 4.
Page 46 1-21 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1. Remove the connector (tongue) plate 3. After confirming that the webbing is not WARNING from the belt holder located at the front of twisted, insert the connector (tongue) the recess by pulling the connector attached at the webbing end into the Be sure to fasten both tongue plates (tongue) plate rearward.
Page 47 1-22 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags “CENTER” on the left-hand side until it ! Unfastening the seatbelt clicks. 4. After fastening the seatbelt, make sure that the “ ” mark on the connector Push the release button of the center (tongue) and the “...
Page 48: Seatbelt Maintenance
1-23 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags You should hold the webbing end and swing and hit against the trim guide it back into the retractor while it is during driving, causing damage rolling up. Neatly store the tongue plates to the trim. in the recess in the retractor and then insert the connector (tongue) plate into the &...
Page 49: Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
1-24 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. . If the front seatbelt retractor assem- small amount of smoke will be released.
Page 50: Seatbelt With Shoulder Belt And Lap Belt Pretensioners (Driver's Side - Australia Models Only)
As a result, the a malfunction or activation of the belt restrains the driver more effectively. pretensioner, we recommend that you contact your SUBARU dealer as soon When a seatbelt pretensioner is activated, as possible. an operating noise will be heard and a...
Page 51: System Monitors
SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. reasons, we recommend that . When you sell your vehicle, we urge you consult your SUBARU deal-...
Page 52: System Servicing
SUBARU dealer perform the pretensioners and/or SRS airbag you consult your SUBARU deal- work. system. We recommend that you take your vehicle to your nearest .
Page 53: Precautions Against Vehicle Modification
& Precautions against vehicle modification We recommend that you always consult your SUBARU dealer if you want to install any accessory parts to your vehicle. CAUTION Infants and small children should always be placed in an infant or child restraint Do not perform any of the following system while riding in the vehicle.
Page 54: Where To Place A Child Restraint System
1-29 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Where to place a child re- seating positions. straint system The following are SUBARU’s recommen- dations on where to place a child restraint system in your vehicle. WARNING WARNING . Children should be properly re- strained at all times.
Page 55 1-30 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags In this seating position, you should use WARNING only a child restraint system that has a bottom base that fits snugly against the . Secure ALL types of child re- contours of the seat cushion and can be straint devices (including for- securely retained using the seatbelt.
Page 56: Choosing A Child Restraint System
1-31 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! Warning label sun visor. child restraint system or the manufac- turer’s statement of compliance on the box These warning labels mean “ Extreme and the system. Hazard! Do not use a rearward-facing According to the ECE regulation No. 44, child restraint on a seat protected by an child restraint systems are classified into airbag in front of it!”.
Page 57: Child Restraint Suitability For Each Seating Position (Europe)
II, III child. Check the child restraint : Suitable for “SUBARU BABY-SAFE plus” approved for the use in this mass group. system before you place a child : Suitable for “SUBARU ISOFIX” approved for the use in this mass group.
Page 58 1-33 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags child suffering personal injury in the event of an accident may be in- creased. ! Installing a rearward facing child restraint 4. Take up the slack in the lap belt. 6. Push and pull the child restraint system forward and from side to side to 5.
Page 59 1-34 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! Installing forward facing child re- 8. To remove the child restraint system, press the release button on the seatbelt straint buckle and allow the belt to retract completely. The belt will return to the ELR mode.
Page 60 1-35 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags section for additional instructions. Sedan 6. Before having a child sit in the child restraint system, move it back and forth 8. To remove the child restraint system, and right and left to check if it is firmly press the release button on the seatbelt secured.
Page 61: Booster Cushion
1-36 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Booster cushion effective in preventing or redu- cing injury. . Place the lap belt as low as possible on the child’s hips. 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-...
Page 62 1-37 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Your vehicle is equipped with ISOFIX seat cushion meets the seatback. anchor bars that allow an approved ISOFIX child restraint system to be in- stalled on the rear seat without use of a seatbelt. Sedan 1.
Page 63 1-38 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Station wagon: Remove the two covers from the selected side of the rear seatback to expose the anchor bars to be used for installation of the child restraint system. Inserting aid 3. Before seating a child in the child restraint system, try to move it back and NOTE forth and right and left to verify that it is...
Page 64: Top Tether Anchorages
1-39 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! Anchorage location child suffering personal injury in the event of an accident may be in- ! Sedan creased. NOTE Before installing a child restraint sys- tem, ask the manufacturer of the sys- tem to confirm that it is one approved for your vehicle.
Page 65 1-40 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! To hook the top tether ! Station wagon ! Sedan 2. Open the cover flaps to use the anchorages. Two or three anchorages are installed on the rear edge of the roof. 1. Remove the head restraint at the seating position where the child restraint system has been installed with the ISOFIX anchor bars or seatbelt;...
Page 66 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags We recommend that you contact your restraint while pressing the release button. SUBARU dealer if you have any question Store the head restraint in the cargo area. regarding the installation of a child re- Avoid placing the head restraint in the straint system.
Page 67: Srs Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
1-42 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags *SRS airbag (Supplemental airbags the chance of severe injury or . Driver’s and front passenger’s side death in a crash even when the Restraint System airbag) airbags vehicle has the SRS airbag. . Curtain airbags (for driver, front pas- *SRS: This stands for supplemental re- For instructions and precautions senger, and window-side rear passen-...
Page 68 1-43 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags considerable speed and force. ward facing child seats) in the Occupants who are out of proper REAR seats at all times. position when the SRS airbag According to accident statistics, deploys could suffer very serious children are safer when properly injuries.
Page 69 1-44 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. If you or your passengers have breathing pro- blems after SRS airbag deploys, get fresh air promptly. . A deploying SRS airbag releases hot gas.
Page 70 1-45 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 71 1-46 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 72 1-47 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 73 1-48 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 74: Srs Frontal Airbag
1-49 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & SRS frontal airbag senger’s side instrument panel and the BY PLACING THE CHILD’S HEAD sun visor. TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG. The driver’s SRS frontal airbag is stowed These warning labels mean “ in the center portion of the steering wheel.
Page 75 1-50 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 76 1-51 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! Operation front fenders and the impact sensors in the airbag control module detect a certain predetermined amount of force during a frontal collision, the control module sends signals to the frontal airbag modules instructing them to inflate the SRS frontal airbags.
Page 77 1-52 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! When will the SRS frontal airbag ! At what other times might the SRS CAUTION most likely deploy? frontal airbag deploy? Do not touch the SRS airbag system components around the steering wheel and dashboard with bare hands right after deployment.
Page 78 1-53 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags plunges into a deep ditch, is severely might not necessarily require SRS frontal ! When will the SRS frontal airbag not impacted or knocked hard against an airbag deployment. If the vehicle strikes deploy? obstacle on the road such as a curb).
Page 79: Srs Side Airbag (If Equipped) And Srs Curtain Airbag (If Equipped)
1-54 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & SRS side airbag (if equipped) in a low-speed frontal collision. fasten seatbelts. It is also important and SRS curtain airbag (if to wear your seatbelt to help avoid injuries that can result when an equipped) occupant is not seated in a proper The SRS side airbag is stored in the door...
Page 80 1-55 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags body are too close to the SRS WARNING side airbag. . Since your vehicle is equipped Do not rest your arm on either front door or its internal trim. It could be with SRS curtain airbags, do not sit or lean unnecessarily close to injured in the event of SRS side the front or rear door on either...
Page 81 1-56 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 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. cabin surface that would be near a deploying SRS curtain airbag.
Page 82 1-57 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags switch is in the “ON” position. ! Operation only the SRS curtain airbag on the impacted side to inflate. After the deploy- The driver’s and front passenger’s SRS ment, the SRS side airbag immediately side airbags and SRS curtain airbags starts to deflate.
Page 83 1-58 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! When will the SRS side airbag and After deployment, do not touch any part of the SRS curtain airbag SRS curtain airbag most likely de- system (from the front pillar to the ploy? part of the roof side over the rear seat).
Page 84 1-59 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 impact in an area outside the vicinity of the passenger compartment.
Page 85: Srs Airbag System Monitors
1-60 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 monitors deploy if the vehicle is involved in a frontal collision or is struck from behind.
Page 86: Srs Airbag System Servicing
. Side airbag sensor (center pillar left- SUBARU dealer immediately to have circuit related to the SRS airbag hand side – if equipped) t h e s y s t e m c h e c k e d . U n l e s s system.
Page 87: Precautions Against Vehicle Modification
. Installation of custom seats (only for vehicles with SRS cur- tact your SUBARU dealer as soon as tain airbags) (only for vehicles with SRS possible in the following cases.
Page 88 Do not perform any of the following We recommend that you always consult modifications. Such modifications your SUBARU dealer if you want to install can interfere with proper operation any accessory parts on your vehicle. of the SRS airbag system.
Page 89 Keys and doors Keys ..............Remote keyless entry system (if equipped) ............ 2-24 Key number plate ..........Locking and unlocking doors ......2-25 Immobilizer (if equipped) ........Opening trunk lid/rear gate......... 2-26 Security ID plate..........Interior light interlock function ......2-26 Immobilizer indicator light ........
Page 90: Keys And Doors
Keys and doors & Key number plate Keys Your vehicle has two or three keys and a key number plate. All keys provided for your vehicle fit the following parts on your vehicle: . Ignition switch . Driver’s door CAUTION Do not attach a large key holder or key case to either key.
Page 91: Immobilizer (If Equipped)
Keys and doors & Security ID plate munication Terminal Equipment Directive Immobilizer (if equipped) 1999/5/EC. A copy of the original Declara- tion of Conformity and the CE marking are The immobilizer system is designed to found in the chapter 13. prevent an unauthorized person from starting the engine.
Page 92: Key Replacement
If this occurs, we recommend that the registration of keys with your immo- you contact your SUBARU dealer as soon bilizer system, we recommend that you as possible. contact your SUBARU dealer.
Page 93: Locking From Outside Without Key
Keys and doors & Locking from outside without rear gate (Station wagon) are locked is open. The door lock levers function before leaving your vehicle. only when all the doors are securely closed and the double locking system ! Vehicle with double locking system NOTE is not set.
Page 94: Battery Drainage Prevention Function
SUBARU dealer. We recommend that To unlock the door from the inside, rotate you contact the nearest SUBARU dealer the lock lever forward. if you would like to change the setting. All doors and the rear gate (Station...
Page 95: Key Lock-In Prevention Function (Except Vehicles With Double Locking System)
The setting can be changed by a ignition switch. SUBARU dealer. We recommend that ! Behavior with key lock-in preven- you contact a SUBARU dealer for details. tion function operational NOTE With the driver’s door open, the doors are When leaving the vehicle, make sure...
Page 96 If you wear an implanted pacemaker For more details, we recommend or an implanted defibrillator, stay at that you contact a SUBARU deal- least 22 cm (8.7 in) away from the transmitting antennas installed on Radio waves are used for the key- the vehicle.
Page 97 Keys and doors . When metallic accessories are CAUTION attached to the access key . The keyless access with push- . When carrying the access key button start system uses weak with electronic appliances radio waves. The status of the such as a laptop computer access key and the environmen- .
Page 98 For more details, we recommend reregistered. For reregistration of an . Do not leave the access key in that you contact a SUBARU deal- access key, we recommend that you humid or dusty locations. contact a SUBARU dealer.
Page 99: Locking And Unlocking With "Keyless Access" Entry Function
2-11 Keys and doors & Locking and unlocking with NOTE Antenna “keyless access” entry func- Operating range . After the keyless access functions . The operating ranges of the door and are turned off, perform the operation of tion locking and unlocking the doors. It is rear gate locking/unlocking functions are ! Operating ranges of doors and rear not possible to lock and unlock the...
Page 100 2-12 Keys and doors . When the access key is within the Door lock/unlock button noise (e.g., near a radio tower, power operating range, it is possible for any- plant, broadcast station or an area Carry the access key, and press the door one, even someone who is not carrying where wireless equipment is used), or lock/unlock button located under the door...
Page 101 The hazard Carry the access key, close all doors and SUBARU dealer. warning flashers will flash once. press the rear gate lock/unlock button on . When the door lock/unlock button the right end of the rear gate handle.
Page 102 SUBARU navigation system, flashing can If any of the doors or the rear gate was not details. When the vehicle is not equipped be disabled at SUBARU dealers. For more opened within 30 seconds after unlocking, with the genuine SUBARU navigation details, we recommend that you contact a they will be automatically locked again.
Page 103: Locking And Unlocking Doors By Remote Keyless Entry System (Locking And Unlocking By Buttons)
When using the remote keyless entry system. The hazard warning flashers will flash the vehicle is not equipped with the twice. genuine SUBARU navigation system, the setting can be changed at SUBARU deal- – CONTINUED –...
Page 104: Unlocking Trunk Lid/Rear Gate By Remote Keyless Entry System (Locking And Unlocking By Buttons)
This setting chirp sound will be heard for 2 seconds, can be changed as shown below. For and all doors (including the rear gate) will more details, we recommend that you be unlocked. contact a SUBARU dealer.
Page 105 2-17 Keys and doors NOTE NOTE vehicle, and lock the vehicle. Take out the access key from inside the When a chirp sound is heard, shift the ! Power warning selector lever to the “P” position, vehicle, and lock the vehicle. switch the power to “OFF”, and get When the door lock/unlock button is ! Trunk lockout warning (Sedan)
Page 106 ! Passenger access key takeout warn- When the operation indicator flashes in orange, we recommend When another passenger exits the vehicle that you contact a SUBARU dealer with the access key and closes a door immediately. other than the driver’s door while the power is in a position other than “OFF”,...
Page 107 2-19 Keys and doors ! List of warnings Operation indi- Access key Inside warning Outside warning cator on push- warning light on Status Action chime chime button ignition meter switch Switch the power to “OFF”, or close The driver’s door was opened while the power is “Acc”...
Page 108 2-20 Keys and doors The door lock/unlock button was Return the access key inside the pressed while carrying the access vehicle, or switch the power to Long beep (60 key and the power is in a position — — — “OFF”.
Page 109 2-21 Keys and doors 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. – CONTINUED –...
Page 110: Disabling Keyless Access Functions
8. Within 5 seconds after step 7 is . The setting can also be changed at performed, close the door. A chirp sound SUBARU dealers. For more details, we will be heard twice, and the functions are recommend that you contact a disabled.
Page 111: Replacing Battery Of Access Key
2-23 Keys and doors access key. & Replacing battery of access If the operation of the keyless access function or the operating distance of the remote keyless entry system is unstable, the battery of the access key may be discharged. Replace the battery with a new one.
Page 112: Remote Keyless Entry System (If Equipped)
(if equipped) . It is recommended that the battery be replaced at a SUBARU dealer. The remote transmitter can be used within . Use a new battery. a distance of approximately 1.0 m (3.2 ft) .
Page 113: Locking And Unlocking Doors
. Do not get the transmitter wet. If it For further details, we recommend that gets wet, wipe it dry with a cloth you consult a SUBARU dealer. immediately. ! Automatic locking (except vehicle with double locking system) ! Door unlock selection function (ex- When the “...
Page 114: Opening Trunk Lid/Rear Gate
Vehicle without genuine SUBARU navi- gation system: The automatic locking function can be canceled by a SUBARU dealer. We recommend that you contact the nearest When the “OPEN” button is pressed SUBARU dealer for details. continuously for at least 2 seconds, all...
Page 115: Hazard Warning Flasher Interlock Function
. When the “ ” or “LOCK” button is to operate. placed by your authorized SUBARU deal- er. If you have to replace the battery by The setting for the illumination period for...
Page 116 2-28 Keys and doors ! B type 5. Put the case together by fitting the mating part of the button side into the hook on the key side. 6. Reinstall the screw on the transmitter case. CAUTION . Do not let dust, oil or water get on or in the transmitter when repla- cing battery.
Page 117: Double Locking System (If Equipped)
2-29 Keys and doors 3. Remove the old battery. Double locking system (if 4. Fit a new battery (type CR-1620 3V or equipped) equivalent) in the case with its negative (−) side facing upward. The double locking system is an anti-theft 5.
Page 118: To Cancel Double Locking System
2-30 Keys and doors & To cancel double locking ! Canceling system using remote system transmitter ! Canceling system using key 3. Press the “LOCK” button on the transmitter. The hazard warning flashers will flash once and the double locking Press the “OPEN”...
Page 119: If A Battery Goes Dead
2-31 Keys and doors . Open the driver’s window, then insert This function is canceled when the doors Function disabling unlocking the key into the key cylinder of the driver’s are unlocked using the remote keyless with power door locking door and turn it in the unlocking direction.
Page 120: Child Safety Locks
2-32 Keys and doors ! Driver’s side switches Child safety locks Power windows & Power window switches WARNING To avoid serious personal injury caused by entrapment, you must do the following. . When operating the power win- dows, be extremely careful to prevent anyone’s fingers, arms, neck or head from being caught in the window.
Page 121 2-33 Keys and doors ! Operating the driver’s window ! Operating the passengers’ windows Automatically close Close Automatically open To open the passengers’ windows, push To close: Open the appropriate switch down and hold it Pull the switch up lightly and hold it. The until the window reaches the desired To open: window will close as long as the switch is...
Page 122: Trunk Lid (Sedan)
2-34 Keys and doors and hold it until it reaches the desired When the lock switch on the power Trunk lid (Sedan) position. window switch cluster, located on the driver’s side door, is in the “LOCK” ! Locking the passengers’ windows position, the passengers’...
Page 123: To Open Trunk Lid From Inside
2-35 Keys and doors & To cancel trunk lid release trunk lid down until the latch engages. Rear gate (Station wagon) (vehicle with double locking & To open trunk lid from inside system) The rear gate can be locked and unlocked using either the keyless entry system or Pull the trunk lid release lever upward.
Page 124: Sunroof (If Equipped)
2-36 Keys and doors Sunroof (if equipped) from the stays, which may result in their inability to hold the rear gate open. WARNING . Be careful not to hit your head or face on the rear gate when open- . Never let anyone’s hands, arms, ing or closing the rear gate and head or any objects protrude when loading or unloading car-...
Page 125: Tilting/Sliding Sunroof (Sedan)
2-37 Keys and doors & Tilting/sliding sunroof (Se- NOTE . Never try to check the anti-en- trapment function by deliberately dan) One-touch operation does not take placing part of your body in the place when the sunroof is tilted up ! Tilt function sunroof.
Page 126: Sunroof (Station Wagon)
2-38 Keys and doors & Sunroof (Station wagon) mentarily push the switch to the “Open” using a hex-head wrench. For the side or “Close” side. procedure, refer to the “Sunroof – if The front sunroof has a tilting function and sunroof cannot be closed”...
Page 127 2-39 Keys and doors ! Sliding sunroof close. To stop the rear sunroof at some sunroof cannot be closed” section in chapter 9 “In case of emergency”. selected mid-way point while it is moving toward its fully open or fully close position, ! Sun shades momentarily push the switch to the “CLOSE”...
Page 128 Outside temperature and journey time ....3-15 Low fuel warning light ........3-37 Driving range on remaining fuel......3-17 Door open warning light ........3-37 Clock (vehicle with genuine SUBARU Navigation System) ............3-17 All-Wheel Drive warning light (AT vehicles)..3-37 SI-DRIVE display ..........3-18...
Page 129 Instruments and controls Keyless access and start warning light (vehicle Average fuel consumption ......... 3-48 with keyless access with push-button start Driving range on remaining fuel ......3-48 system)............3-38 Journey time ............. 3-49 Automatic headlight beam leveler warning Light control switch........... 3-50 light ..............
Page 130: Ignition Switch (Vehicle Without Push- Button Start System)
Instruments and controls & LOCK Ignition switch (vehicle with- preventing steering control. And when the engine is turned off, it out push-button start sys- takes a much greater effort than tem) usual to steer. . Before leaving the vehicle, al- ways remove the key from the ignition switch for safety and never allow an unattended child...
Page 131: Key Reminder Chime (If Equipped)
Instruments and controls gradually goes out after all doors are CAUTION closed or if the key is turned to the “ON” position. Do not turn the ignition switch to the “START” position while the engine The ignition switch light also can be turned is running.
Page 132: Push-Button Ignition Switch (Vehicle With Push-Button Start System)
1. Carry the access key, and sit in the WARNING SUBARU dealer. For more de- driver’s seat. tails, we recommend that you If you wear an implanted pacemaker 2.
Page 133 Instruments and controls section in 7 chapter. Radio waves are used for the push- button start system. . The push-button start system uses radio waves of the following frequency* in addition to the radio waves used for the remote keyless entry system functions. The radio waves are periodically output from the antennas in- stalled on the vehicle as shown...
Page 134 CAUTION chapter 2. The setting can also attached to the access key . The push-button start system be changed by a SUBARU dealer. . When carrying the access key For more details, we recommend uses weak radio waves. The with electronic appliances...
Page 135: Hazard Warning Flasher
SUBARU dealer. Doing so may cause malfunc- . For a spare access key, we recom- tions. mend that you contact a SUBARU . Do not leave the access key dealer. . Up to 7 access keys can be regis- near personal computers or tered for one vehicle.
Page 136: Meters And Gauges (Vehicle With Si-Drive)
Instruments and controls & Odometer NOTE Meters and gauges (vehicle The above sequence of operations may with SI-DRIVE) not take place if you quickly turn the ignition switch to start the engine. This NOTE is not an abnormality. Liquid-crystal displays are used in &...
Page 137: Double Trip Meter
3-10 Instruments and controls & Double trip meter To set the trip meter to zero, select the A the trip meter will be lost. trip or B trip meter by pushing the knob and keep the knob pushed for more than 2 &...
Page 138: Fuel Gauge
3-11 Instruments and controls & Fuel gauge NOTE NOTE This light does not go out unless the tank is replenished up to an internal fuel quantity of approximately 15 liters (4.0 US gal, 3.3 Imp gal). CAUTION Promptly put fuel in the tank when- ever the low fuel warning light illuminates.
Page 139: Eco Gauge
3-12 Instruments and controls & ECO gauge NOTE The temperature gauge shows engine . The ECO gauge shows only an coolant temperature when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. approximate indication. . After resetting the trip meter, the The coolant temperature will vary in average rate of fuel consumption is not accordance with the outside temperature...
Page 140: Multi-Information Display
The “ /SET” switch is used to show the warning message again after a warning message has been displayed once, and it is also used to enter the desired setting *: Only for vehicles equipped with the menu. genuine SUBARU navigation system – CONTINUED –...
Page 141: Odometer And Trip Meter
3-14 Instruments and controls & Odometer and trip meter ! Double trip meter odometer/trip meter, the odometer/trip meter will go off. ! Odometer NOTE If the connection between the combina- tion meter and battery is broken for any reason such as vehicle maintenance or fuse replacement, the data recorded on the trip meter will be lost.
Page 142: Outside Temperature And Journey Time
3-15 Instruments and controls & Outside temperature and the trip meter was last reset. When the vehicle speed is less than journey time approximately 9.5 km/h (6 mph), the ! Outside temperature current fuel consumption is not displayed. The displayed number with “A” is the average fuel consumption corresponding to the A trip meter indication, and the displayed number with “B”...
Page 143 3-16 Instruments and controls NOTE other indication, the journey time indica- tion is shortened. The outside temperature indication may differ from the actual outside NOTE temperature. The indication “OUT The journey time is reset when the TEMP 38C (378F)” should be treated ignition switch is turned to the “LOCK only as a guide.
Page 144: Driving Range On Remaining Fuel
Instruments and controls & Driving range on remaining & Clock (vehicle with genuine fuel SUBARU Navigation System) If the driving range is shown as “ ”, there is only a tiny amount of fuel left in the tank. You must refuel the vehicle immedi-...
Page 145: Drive Display
3-18 Instruments and controls & SI-DRIVE display . Present date & time following steps. . Birthday 1. Within 12 seconds after turning on the ignition switch, press the “ /SET” switch . Anniversary for at least 2 seconds. Within 12 seconds after turning on the ignition switch, press the “...
Page 146 3-19 Instruments and controls tial illumination when regular illumina- tion (for driving) has begun. ! Date/Time settings The following items can be set or regis- tered in the “Date/Time” setting menu. . Present date & time . Birthday . Anniversary NOTE To enter “Birthday”...
Page 147 3-20 Instruments and controls 2. T h e d i s p l a y s h o w s “ M E T E R 2. Select an item that you desire to set with “ ” and “ ”, and press “...
Page 148 3-21 Instruments and controls time. When completed, select “OK”, and press “ /SET”. ! Birthday 1. Press “ ” or “ ” until “Birthday” is displayed, and press “ /SET”. From a week before to the day before 3. Select a value for the setting item with “...
Page 149 3-22 Instruments and controls time. When completed, select “OK”, and press “ /SET”. When an anniversary is registered and the date that was set nears, a message is displayed when the ignition switch is turned on. On the date that was set 2.
Page 150: Warning Messages And Driver's Information
3-23 Instruments and controls & Warning messages and dri- SET”. ver’s information When the following safety warning or driver’s information occurs, the interrup- tive message will be indicated on the display. NOTE When “YES” is selected, the dates for “Birthday” and “Anniversary” can be reset.
Page 151 This warning message indicates a malfunction of the “SI-DRIVE mode” change. If this warning message is shown on the display, we recommend that you contact your nearest SUBARU dealer and have the SI-DRIVE mode system inspected. The display shows the interruptive warning message for 3 seconds.
Page 152 3-25 Instruments and controls Driver’s information Details Low temperature information This message is displayed when the outside temperature is 38C (378F) or lower. When this message appears on the display, be careful because the road surface may be frozen. For details of this indication, refer to the “...
Page 153: Meters And Gauges (Vehicle Without Si-Drive)
3-26 Instruments and controls & Canceling sequential illumi- Meters and gauges (vehicle Briefly press the knob to return to the A trip meter indication. nation of the combination without SI-DRIVE) meter If you turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK (off)”...
Page 154: Odometer
3-27 Instruments and controls & Double trip meter & Odometer trip or B trip meter by pushing the knob and keep the knob pushed for more than 2 seconds. If you press the trip knob when the ignition switch is in the “LOCK (off)” position, the odometer/trip meter will light up.
Page 155: Tachometer
SUBARU dealer and have the remaining in the tank. ving. The engine will resume run- vehicle communication system inspected.
Page 156: Temperature Gauge
3-29 Instruments and controls NOTE NOTE coolant temperature when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. This light does not go out unless the tank is replenished up to an internal The coolant temperature will vary in fuel quantity of approximately 15 liters accordance with the outside temperature (4.0 US gal, 3.3 Imp gal).
Page 157: Warning And Indicator Lights
: AT OIL temperature warning light (AT We recommend that you consult your vehicles) authorized SUBARU dealer for repair. : ABS warning light & Seatbelt warning light : Brake system warning light...
Page 158 3-31 Instruments and controls Type B of the unfastened seatbelts is fastened at this time, the warning light corresponding to that seatbelt will immediately go off but the buzzer will continue operating unless the remaining seatbelt is fastened. This condition (continued operation of the buzzer unless the remaining seatbelt is fastened) will continue for approximately 108 seconds.
Page 159: Srs Airbag System Warning Light
If the driver’s seatbelt is still not fastened be a malfunction in the seatbelt SUBARU dealer as soon as possi- when the 108-second period has elapsed, pretensioners and/or SRS airbag ble. Continued vehicle operation the warning light will stop flashing.
Page 160: Charge Warning Light
If this light comes on when the engine is system. We recommend that you ask your control system. running, it may indicate that the charging SUBARU dealer to ascertain whether your system is not working properly. To prevent serious damage to the emis- vehicle has the OBD system.
Page 161: At Oil Temperature Warning Light (At Vehicles)
ABS warning light system repaired at the first available low, add oil immediately. If the engine oil is opportunity by your SUBARU deal- The ABS warning light comes on when the at the proper level but the light remains on, ignition switch is turned to the “ON”...
Page 162: Vehicle Dynamics Control Warning Light
We recommend that at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. and the Malfunction indicator light is you have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer immediately.
Page 163: Brake System Warning Light
3-36 Instruments and controls ! Parking brake warning vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer as The EBD system may be faulty if the soon as possible. brake system warning light and ABS The light comes on with the parking brake .
Page 164: Low Fuel Warning Light
3-37 Instruments and controls & ! For 5-speed automatic transmis- carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer Door open warning and have the system inspected. sion vehicles and 4-speed auto- light 6. If the brake fluid level is below the matic transmission vehicles with When any of the doors or the rear gate “MIN”...
Page 165: Keyless Access And Start Warning Light (Vehicle With Keyless Access With Push-Button Start System)
3-38 Instruments and controls & Keyless access and start NOTE the vehicle, a chirp sound will be heard, . Switch the power to “OFF”, and exit and the access key warning light will flash. warning light (vehicle with of the vehicle (MT vehicles). keyless access with push- NOTE .
Page 166 In case the keyless access with push- button start system has a malfunction, the operation indicator on the push-button ignition switch flashes in orange. CAUTION When the operation indicator flashes in orange, we recommend that you contact a SUBARU dealer immediately. – CONTINUED –...
Page 167: Instruments And Controls
3-40 Instruments and controls ! List of warnings Operation indi- Access key Inside warning Outside warning cator on push- warning light on Status Action chime chime button ignition meter switch Switch the power to “OFF”, or close The driver’s door was opened while the power is “Acc”...
Page 168 3-41 Instruments and controls The door lock/unlock button was Return the access key to the inside pressed while carrying the access of the vehicle, or switch the power Long beep (60 key and the power is in a position — —...
Page 169 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 170: Automatic Headlight Beam Leveler Warning Light
We recommend that you have used, the immobilizer indicator light your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer comes on. immediately. & . The light does not come on when the SPORT mode indicator ignition switch is turned to the “ON”...
Page 171: Shift-Up Indicator Light (Mt Vehicles With Si-Drive)
3-44 Instruments and controls & Type B When the SPORTS mode or manual Shift-up indicator light mode is selected, the gear position in- (MT vehicles with SI- dicator (which shows the current gear Drive) selection) and the upshift/downshift indi- cator light up. Refer to the “Automatic When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON”...
Page 172: Cruise Control Indicator Light (If Equipped)
If your vehicle is equipped with the The cruise control indicator light comes on comes on when the ignition switch is genuine SUBARU navigation system, when the ignition switch is turned to the turned to the “ON” position and goes out refer to the separate “Operating In-...
Page 173: Information Display (If Equipped)
Instruments and controls Information display (if equipped) NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with the genuine SUBARU navigation system, refer to the separate “Operating In- structions for Monitor System”. & Outside temperature indica- To adjust the time shown by the clock, press the “+”...
Page 174 3-47 Instruments and controls ! Road surface freeze warning indi- When the outside temperature drops to 38C (378F) or lower, the temperature cation indication flashes to show that the road surface may be frozen. 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...
Page 175: Current Fuel Consumption
3-48 Instruments and controls & Current fuel consumption & Average fuel consumption NOTE . The indicated values vary in accor- dance with changes in the vehicle’s running conditions. Also, the indicated values may differ slightly from the actual values and should thus be treated only as a guide.
Page 176: Journey Time
3-49 Instruments and controls NOTE The display varies by the destination. The driving range indicates the distance The driving range on remaining fuel is that can be driven taking into account the only a guide. The indicated value may amount of fuel remaining in the tank and differ from the actual driving range on remaining fuel, so you must immedi- the average rate of fuel consumption.
Page 177: Light Control Switch
3-50 Instruments and controls & Headlights & High/low beam change (dim- Light control switch mer) The light switch operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. WARNING To prevent battery discharge result- ing from accidentally leaving your lights on when your vehicle is parked, the light switch operates only when the ignition switch is in...
Page 178: Headlight Flasher
3-51 Instruments and controls & Headlight flasher Turn signal lever Illumination brightness con- trol To flash the headlights, pull the lever To activate the right turn signal, push the toward you and then release it. The high turn signal lever up. To activate the left The brightness of clock display, audio, air beam will stay on for as long as you hold turn signal, push the turn signal lever...
Page 179: Headlight Beam Leveler (If Equipped)
3-52 Instruments and controls NOTE Headlight beam leveler (if . When the control dial is turned fully equipped) upward, the illumination brightness becomes the maximum and the auto- matic dimming function does not work at all. . The brightness setting is not can- celed even when the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position.
Page 180: Without Self-Leveling Rear Suspension
3-53 Instruments and controls & Without self-leveling rear suspension Dial position Number of front seat Number of rear seat Load in the luggage Trailer towing occupants occupants compartment area 1 or 2 No load No load Full load Full load Full load Full load Not apply...
Page 181: With Self-Leveling Rear Suspension
3-54 Instruments and controls & With self-leveling rear suspension Dial position Number of front seat Number of rear seat Load in the luggage Trailer towing occupants occupants compartment area 1 or 2 No load No load Full load Full load Full load Full load Not apply...
Page 182: Parking Light Switch
3-55 Instruments and controls Type A Parking light switch Fog light switch & Front fog light switch (if equipped) Type B The parking light switch operates regard- less of the ignition switch position. The front fog lights operate only when the By pushing the front end of this switch, light switch is in the “...
Page 183: Rear Fog Light Switch (If Equipped)
3-56 Instruments and controls & Rear fog light switch (if light switch is in the “ ” position or the front fog lights are on. equipped) The indicator light located on the combi- Type A nation meter will illuminate when the rear fog lights are on.
Page 184: Wiper And Washer
Before operating the wiper washer fluid is unavailable. In on a dry windshield or rear areas where water freezes in window, always use the wind- winter, use SUBARU Windshield shield washer. Washer Fluid or the equivalent. – CONTINUED –...
Page 185: Windshield Wiper And Washer Switches
3-58 Instruments and controls ! Windshield wipers over the windshield or rear window. Refer to the“Windshield washer . Grease, wax, insects or other mate- fluid” section in chapter 11. rial on the windshield or the wiper . Also, when driving the vehicle blade results in jerky wiper operation when there are freezing tempera- and streaking on the glass.
Page 186 3-59 Instruments and controls ! Wiper intermittent time control ! Mist (for a single wipe) ! Washer When the wiper switch is in the “ ” For a single wipe of the wipers, pull the To wash the windshield, push the washer position, turn the dial to adjust the operat- lever toward you.
Page 187: Rear Window Wiper And Washer Switch (Station Wagon)
3-60 Instruments and controls & Rear window wiper and mittently at intervals corresponding to the Windshield wiper deicer (if vehicle speed (longer when the vehicle washer switch (Station wa- equipped) speed is low; shorter when the vehicle gon) speed is high). The wiper operates only when the ignition When you subsequently move the selec- switch is in the “ON”...
Page 188: Rear Window Defogger Button
If you wish, you can set the windshield CAUTION wiper deicer for continuous operation. . Vehicle with genuine SUBARU navi- To prevent the battery from being gation system: discharged, do not operate the The windshield wiper deicer setting can be...
Page 189 . If the battery voltage drops below the If you wish, you can set the rear window defogger for continuous operation. permissible level after the rear window . Vehicle with genuine SUBARU navi- defogger has, following depression of the button, operated for 15 minutes, stopped gation system:...
Page 190: Headlight Washer (If Equipped)
3-63 Instruments and controls Headlight washer (if Mirrors CAUTION equipped) Do not operate the washer if the Always check that the inside and outside washer fluid tank is empty. This may mirrors are properly adjusted before you cause overheating of the washer start driving.
Page 191: Outside Mirrors
3-64 Instruments and controls & Outside mirrors ! Remote control mirror switch ! Power folding mirror switch (if equipped) The remote control mirrors operate only ! Convex mirror (if equipped) when the ignition switch is in the “ON” or Power folding mirror switch “Acc”...
Page 192 3-65 Instruments and controls . When you operate the power folding position. CAUTION mirror switch continuously, it may not To turn on the outside mirror defogger, work. This is not a malfunction. Oper- push the button. To prevent the battery from being ate after waiting for a short period of discharged, do not operate the de- To turn it off, push the button again.
Page 193: Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel
3-66 Instruments and controls Tilt/telescopic steering wheel Horn WARNING Do not adjust the steering wheel tilt/ telescopic position while driving. This may cause loss of vehicle control and result in personal injury. To sound the horn, push the horn pad. 1.
Page 194 Climate control Ventilator.............. Lubrication oil circulation in refrigerant circuit.............. 4-11 Air flow selection ..........Checking air conditioning system before summer Ventilators............season ............4-12 Automatic climate control system ..... Cooling and dehumidifying in high humidity and Control panel ............low temperature weather condition....4-12 Temperature sensors..........
Page 195: Climate Control
Climate control Ventilator & Air flow selection ! Left-hand drive vehicles A: Depending on the models, ventilators for the rear seat are equipped.
Page 196 Climate control ! Right-hand drive vehicles A: Depending on the models, ventilators for the rear seat are equipped. – CONTINUED –...
Page 197: Ventilators
Climate control & Ventilators ! Side ventilators ! Rear ventilators (if equipped) ! Center ventilators Open Move the tab up and down or right and left Close to adjust the flow direction. To open and Move the tab up and down or right and left Move the tab up and down or right and left close the ventilator, turn the wheel upward to adjust the flow direction.
Page 198: Automatic Climate Control System
Climate control climate within the passenger compart- Automatic climate control ment. system You can set any desired temperature within the following range: NOTE Left-hand drive Europe models . Operate the automatic climate con- 15.0 to 29.08C (59 to 848F) trol system when the engine is running. All models except left-hand drive Europe .
Page 199 Climate control Type B ! AUTO button AUTO mode operation: Type A Right-hand drive vehicles Left-hand drive vehicles Temperature control dial AUTO button OFF button Type B Air inlet selection button Fan speed control button Air conditioner button Air flow mode selection button Defroster button Temperature control dial The Automatic Climate Control system...
Page 200 Climate control and fan turn off) when the “OFF” button is ! OFF button automatically controls the air temperature of the passenger compartment in the pressed. Type A AUTO mode. When the “AUTO” button is When the “OFF” button is pressed, the pressed, the indicator light “AUTO”...
Page 201 Climate control Type B – Defroster button ter. ! Fan speed control dial Type A This dial is used to set the desired interior To defrost or dehumidify the windshield temperature. The set temperature is and front door windows, push the defros- shown by the display.
Page 202 Climate control Type B ! A/C – Air conditioner button ! Air flow mode selection button The fan speed control button has 6 If the windshield starts to fog when the Select the desired air flow mode by different fan speed positions. climate control system is operated in the pushing the air flow mode selection The fan speed is shown by the display.
Page 203: Temperature Sensors
4-10 Climate control NOTE ! Air inlet selection button The selected air inlet setting is shown on the control panel. When driving on a dusty road or behind Type A (Recirculation): Interior air recirculates a vehicle that emits unpleasant exhaust gases, set the air inlet selection button inside the passenger compartment.
Page 204: Operating Tips For Heater And Air Conditioner
4-11 Climate control ture correctly. To avoid damaging the Always keep the front ventilator inlet grille Operating tips for heater and sensors, observe the following precau- free of snow, leaves, or other obstructions air conditioner tions: to ensure efficient heating and defrosting. –...
Page 205: Checking Air Conditioning System Before Summer Season
We recommend the replacement schedule shown in the CFC12 (freon). We recommend that you that you have your SUBARU dealer per- following. This schedule should be fol- consult your SUBARU dealer for service. form this check.
Page 206 4-13 Climate control CAUTION We recommend that you contact your SUBARU dealer if the following occurs, even if it is not yet time to change the filter: – Reduction of the air flow through the vents. – Windshield gets easily fogged or misted.
Page 207: Audio
Audio Antenna system ..........Tuning ............... 5-18 Station preset ............ 5-19 Printed antenna........... CD player operation (Type A, B and C FM reception ............audio)............... 5-20 Installation of accessories........How to insert a CD(s)......... 5-20 Audio set ............. How to play back a CD ........5-21 Type A audio set ..........
Page 208: Antenna System
Antenna system Installation of accessories & Printed antenna We recommend that you always consult your SUBARU dealer before installing a citizen band radio or other transmitting CAUTION device in your vehicle. Such devices may Do not use sharp instruments or...
Page 209: Audio Set
Audio & Type A audio set Audio set Your SUBARU may be equipped with one of the following audio sets. Refer to the following pages for operating details. If your vehicle is equipped with a genuine SUBARU navigation system, refer to the navigation system section in the Owner’s...
Page 210: Type B Audio Set
Audio & Type B audio set The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “Acc” or “ON” position. . Power and sound controls: refer to page 5-7 . Radio operation: refer to page 5-15 . CD player operation: refer to page 5-20 .
Page 211: Type C Audio Set
Audio & Type C audio set The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “Acc” or “ON” position. . Power and sound controls: refer to page 5-7 . Radio operation: refer to page 5-15 . CD player operation: refer to page 5-20 .
Page 212: Mclntosh Audio Set
Audio & Mclntosh audio set The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “Acc” or “ON” position. . Power and sound controls: refer to page 5-9 . Radio operation: refer to page 5-17 . CD player operation: refer to page 5-29 .
Page 213: Power And Sound Controls (Type A, B And C Audio)
Audio & Volume, tone and balance ! To adjust the tone Power and sound controls control (Type A, B and C audio) ! To adjust the volume & Power switch Each brief press of the “TONE” button changes the control modes in the follow- ing sequence starting from the bass Turn the dial clockwise to increase the control mode.
Page 214 Audio ! To adjust the balance ! Adjustable level of each mode Mode Range of levels Turn counterclock- Turn clockwise (displayed) wise Volume Volume control 0 to 40 For less volume For more volume AUX volume 0 to 30 For less volume For more volume control* −10 to +10...
Page 215: Power And Sound Controls (Mcintosh Audio)
Audio & Volume, tone and balance NOTE Power and sound controls . When you adjust the audio system, control (McIntosh audio) if you press the “TONE” or “BAL” ! To adjust the volume & Power switch button for more than 1 second or do not operate it for more than 5 seconds, it returns to its original display.
Page 216 5-10 Audio ! To adjust the tone and balance ! Adjustable level of each mode Mode Range of levels Turn counterclock- Turn clockwise (displayed) wise Volume Volume control 0 to 40 For less volume For more volume AUX volume 0 to 30 For less volume For more volume control*...
Page 217: Sound Effect Setting
5-11 Audio NOTE . FM Radio operation (Type A When you adjust the audio system, if audio) you press the “TONE” or “BAL” button & Waveband selection for more than 1 second or do not operate it for more than 5 seconds, it &...
Page 218 5-12 Audio ! Stereo indicator ! Program Service Name (PS) normal FM radio broadcasts. Your car radio uses the RDS information to offer The display shows the stereo indicator The audio set displays the name of the you many benefits. “ST”...
Page 219 5-13 Audio ! Traffic information (T.I.) ! News bulletins matically receives it so that the driver can hear it. If the driver is listening to another audio source, the set breaks into that playback with the emergency announce- ment. This function is permanently ON. ! VOL ADJUST When a station begins broadcasting traffic When a station begins broadcasting news,...
Page 220: Station Preset
5-14 Audio break-in reception occurs, the volume flash once on the display at this time. If the does not change to the preset break-in button is pressed for less than 2 seconds, level. It remains at the current level. the preceding selection will remain in the .
Page 221: Radio Operation (Type B And C Audio)
5-15 Audio & Tuning preset scan, press the “RPT” button again. Radio operation (Type B and ! Selecting preset stations C audio) ! Manual tuning & Waveband selection ! Waveband Presetting a station with a preset button Push the tuning button marked “ ”...
Page 222: Station Preset
5-16 Audio & Station preset station and stop on it. Repeat this opera- tion until you find the desired station. ! How to preset stations ! Local seek function ! Manual preset 2. Press either of the tuning buttons briefly until the frequency of the desired station is displayed.
Page 223: Radio Operation (Mcintosh Audio)
5-17 Audio preset scan, press the “RPT” button again. number will flash once on the display at Radio operation (McIntosh this time. If the button is pressed for less ! Selecting preset stations audio) than 2 seconds, the preceding selection will remain in the memory.
Page 224: Tuning
5-18 Audio & Tuning ! Seek tuning (SEEK) ! Automatic tuning (SCAN) ! Manual tuning Press the “SCN” button to change the Briefly press the seek button. radio to the scan mode. In this mode, the The radio will seek the next available Turn the “TRACK/TUNING”...
Page 225: Station Preset
5-19 Audio ! Selecting preset stations hills. memory. & Station preset NOTE ! How to preset stations If the connection between the radio and battery is broken for any reason such ! Manual preset as vehicle maintenance or radio re- moval, all stations stored to the preset buttons are cleared.
Page 226: Cd Player Operation (Type A, B And C Audio)
5-20 Audio & How to insert a CD(s) CD player operation (Type A, If you do not insert any disc within 15 seconds after you have pressed the B and C audio) “LOAD” button, the player will begin to play back the first track of the last disc that NOTE you inserted.
Page 227: How To Play Back A Cd
5-21 Audio idle position will blink. play back the first track of the last disc that 3. When the loading of a disc is com- you inserted. plete, the next disc number indicator will The positions in the magazine for which .
Page 228: To Select A Track From Its Beginning
5-22 Audio NOTE ! When CD is in the player which the disc number indicator continu- ously illuminates. The player will then start In an MP3 or WMA folder, skipping past playback of the selected CD, beginning the last track/file (track) will take you with the first track.
Page 229: Fast-Forwarding And Fast-Reversing
5-23 Audio & Fast-forwarding and fast-re- & Repeating ! Fast-reversing versing ! To repeat the currently playing ! Fast-forwarding track/file (track) Press the “ ” side of the TUNE/TRACK button continuously to fast-reverse the disc/folder. Press the “ ” side of the TUNE/TRACK To repeat a track/file (track), briefly press Release the button to stop fast-reversing.
Page 230 5-24 Audio ! To repeat the currently playing disc/ folder If you accidentally press the button and If you accidentally press the button and cancel the track/file (track) repeat play cancel the disc/folder repeat play mode, press it again to re-select the mode, press it again to re-select the repeat play mode.
Page 231: Random Playback
5-25 Audio & Random playback . Press the “ ” button . Press the disc select button . Select the radio or AUX mode . Press the “LOAD” button when there is free space in the CD magazine. . Turn off the power of the audio set. If you accidentally press the button and .
Page 232: Scan
5-26 Audio & Scan . Press the disc select button ! Page (track/folder title) scroll . Select the radio or AUX mode . Press the “LOAD” button when there is free space in the CD magazine. . Turn off the power of the audio set. .
Page 233: Folder Selection
5-27 Audio & Folder selection & How to eject a CD from player ! Ejecting a CD from the player Of the discs loaded, you can select and remove only one disc at a time. 2. Briefly press the “ ”...
Page 234: When The Following Messages Are Displayed
. Avoid driving the vehicle with a CD cannot be unloaded or the message sticking out, because vibration might remains displayed, we recommend that make it fall out. you contact your SUBARU dealer. . If you press the “ ” button while...
Page 235: Cd Player Operation (Mcintosh Audio)
5-29 Audio ROMs. corresponding position in the magazine. CD player operation (McIn- . The CD changer cannot display CD . If you press either of the other mode tosh audio) buttons (“FM” or “AM”) while the player is text. in the loading mode, the player will enter &...
Page 236: How To Play A Cd
5-30 Audio & How to play a CD NOTE If you do not insert a disc in the 15- ! To listen to a CD second interval after the appearance of the “LOAD” or “ALL LOAD” indication, the player will return to the mode in which it was operating just before the “LOAD”...
Page 237 5-31 Audio ! To select a track from its beginning ! To select a CD for playback ! Backward direction ! Forward direction Turn the “TRACK/TUNING” knob counter- During CD playback, press the disc select button for the CD that you wish to listen to. clockwise to skip to the beginning of the Turn the “TRACK/TUNING”...
Page 238 5-32 Audio ! To select a folder (for MP3/WMA ! Fast-forwarding audio) Press the “ ” side of the button con- tinuously to fast-forward the disc. Release the button to stop fast-forwarding. The “RPT” indicator will come on and the ! Fast-reversing song will be played continuously.
Page 239: To Eject Cds
5-33 Audio . Press the load button ! Random playback ! To eject a CD other than the cur- . Select the radio mode rently playing one . Turn the “TUNE/FOLDER/CH” dial (for MP3/WMA audio) . Turn off the power of the audio set .
Page 240: When The Following Messages Are Displayed
The disc number of the remains displayed, we recommend that CD being ejected will flash on the display. you contact your SUBARU dealer. sticking out of the slot because vibra- tion could make it fall out. ! When “CHECK DISC” is displayed If you then wish to eject another CD, .
Page 241: Aux Unit Operation (Dealer Option)
5-35 Audio & AUX input selection button audio input. AUX unit operation (dealer option) NOTE . The output sound of the portable & AUX jack audio player is not loud, and the sound via the vehicle’s speakers that are connected to the vehicle audio set is very small.
Page 242: Audio Control Buttons (If Equipped)
5-36 Audio Audio control buttons (if The track number will be shown on the *1: The frequency last received in the selected audio display. waveband will be displayed. equipped) ! Volume control buttons *2: Only when a CD is in the player. These buttons are located on the spokes *3: Only when with an auxiliary audio product is of the steering wheel.
Page 243: Precautions To Observe When Handling A Compact Disc
5-37 Audio ! MUTE button Precautions to observe when handling a compact disc Use only compact discs (CDs, CD-Rs and CD-RWs) that have the mark shown in the following illustration. Also, some compact discs cannot be played. Press this button if you wish to immedi- ately cut the volume to zero.
Page 244 5-38 Audio on a rough surface). . To remove a disc from the case, press the center of the case and hold both edges of the disc. If the disc surface is touched directly, contamination could cause poor tone quality. Do not touch the disc surface.
Page 245 Interior equipment Interior light ............Accessory power outlet ........Dome light ............Ashtray (if equipped)......... 6-10 Cargo area light (Station wagon)......Center console ..........6-10 Map light .............. Rear ashtray ............6-10 Sun visors ............Coat hook............6-10 Vanity mirror (if equipped) ........Rear passenger area..........
Page 246: Interior Equipment
Interior equipment & Cargo area light (Station wa- Interior light The setting of the period for which the light stays on can be changed by a SUBARU gon) dealer. When leaving your vehicle, make sure the . Vehicle with genuine SUBARU navi- light is turned off to avoid battery dis- charge.
Page 247: Map Light
Interior equipment Map light Sun visors Vehicle without sunroof To turn on the map light, push the switch. Vehicle with sunroof (Sedan) To turn it off, push the switch again. To block out glare, swing down the visors. To use the sun visor at a side window, When leaving the vehicle, make sure the swing it down and move it sideways.
Page 248: Vanity Mirror (If Equipped)
Interior equipment & Vanity mirror (if equipped) & Vanity mirror with light (if Storage compartment equipped) CAUTION CAUTION . Always keep the storage com- Keep the vanity mirror cover closed partment closed while driving to while the car is being driven to avoid reduce the risk of injury in the dazzle.
Page 249: Center Console Box
Interior equipment ! Australia models close it, push the lid firmly upward. To open the center panel compartment, push the bottom edge of the panel lid. The & Center console box lid will automatically open. & Overhead console (if equipped) To open the center panel compartment, pull up the edge of the bottom of the panel To open the lid, pull up the lock release.
Page 250: Cool And Warm Box (If Equipped)
Interior equipment & Cool and warm box (if & Pocket not leave products that may ex- equipped) plode or melt in the box. . Do not put an opened beverage The cool and warm box is equipped with a into the box. If beverages spill mild refrigeration and mild heating function out, devices in the surrounding that uses the air from the air conditioner.
Page 251: Front Passenger's Cup Holder
Interior equipment & Station wagon models with & Except Station wagon mod- Front passenger’s cup holder dual range els with dual range CAUTION . Do not pick up a cup from the cup holder or put a cup in the holder while you are driving, as this may distract your attention from driv- ing and can lead to an accident.
Page 252: Rear Passenger's Cup Holder
Interior equipment Rear passenger’s cup holder To use the cup holder, open the lid by Accessory power outlet pulling its upper edge. & Center console (if equipped) & Armrest (if equipped) CAUTION WARNING . When not in use, always keep the To avoid the possibility of serious holder stored while driving to injury, passengers must never be...
Page 253 Interior equipment power consumed by them must not gears and operating the accel- exceed 120W. erator and brake pedals. If they do, do not use the electrical CAUTION appliance while driving. . Do not attempt to use a cigarette lighter in the accessory power outlet.
Page 254: Ashtray (If Equipped)
6-10 Interior equipment & Rear ashtray Ashtray (if equipped) Coat hook & Center console & Rear passenger area The rear ashtray is located on the upper side of the back of the center console. To open the ashtray, pull the upper edge of The portable ashtray is equipped as a The coat hook is attached to each rear the lid.
Page 255: Cargo Area (Station Wagon)
6-11 Interior equipment & Cargo area (Station wagon) Cargo area cover (Station WARNING wagon) In a vehicle equipped with SRS curtain airbags, do not hang coat The cargo area cover is provided for hangers or other hard or pointed covering the cargo area and to protect its objects on the coat hooks.
Page 256: To Remove Cover Housing
6-12 Interior equipment & To remove cover housing & To remove rear gate board WARNING 1. Rewind the cover. Do not place anything on the ex- tended cover. Putting excessive weight on the extended cover can break it and an object on the cover could tumble forward in the event of a sudden stop or collision.
Page 257: Stowage Of Cargo Area Cover And Rear Gate Board
6-13 Interior equipment board toward you, and pull it out down- board in the cargo area end. ward. & To install cover housing & Stowage of cargo area cover and rear gate board On models having a temporary spare tire, the cargo area cover and rear gate board can be stowed in under the cargo floor.
Page 258: To Install Rear Gate Board
6-14 Interior equipment & To install rear gate board Reversible rear mat (if equipped) Because the surface of the back side of the rear mat has a special coating that makes it easy to remove any dirt that has accumulated, it is all right to get the rear mat dirty.
Page 259: Shopping Bag Hook
6-15 Interior equipment Shopping bag hook break. . Be careful not to scratch belong- ings by the hinge and hook. CAUTION Do not hang items on the shopping NOTE bag hook that weigh 5 kg (11 lbs) or Do not place dirty items outside of the more.
Page 260: Stowage Boxes (Station Wagon)
6-16 Interior equipment Stowage boxes (Station wa- Cargo tie-down hooks (Sta- CAUTION gon) tion wagon) The cargo tie-down hooks are de- signed only for securing light cargo. Never try to secure cargo that exceeds the capacity of the hooks. The maximum load capacity is 20 kg (44 lbs) per a hook.
Page 261: Under-Floor Storage Tray (If Equipped)
6-17 Interior equipment The storage tray is located under the floor Under-floor storage tray (if of the cargo area and can be used to store equipped) small items. To open the lid, pull the tab Hang the hook provided on the under side of the lid on the rear edge of the roof to keep the lid open.
Page 262: Starting And Operating
Starting and operating Fuel ..............Shift lock release ..........7-30 Automatic transmission – 5 speeds....7-31 Fuel requirements ..........Selector lever ............ 7-32 Fuel filler lid and cap........... Preparing to drive ..........Selector lever reverse inhibiting function.... 7-34 Selection of manual mode........7-34 Starting &...
Page 263 Starting and operating Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch....7-50 To turn off cruise control ........7-54 Parking your vehicle .......... 7-51 To change cruising speed ........7-54 Cruise control indicator light......7-55 Parking brake............. 7-51 Cruise control set indicator light ......7-56 Parking tips ............
Page 264: Fuel
! 2.5-liter Middle East/Australia mod- to wipe off any spilled fuel quickly. Paint damage caused by spilled fuel is not covered under the SUBARU Your engine is designed to use only Limited Warranty. unleaded gasoline. The use of unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 90 or higher is recommended.
Page 265 Starting and operating similar object to discharge any WARNING static electricity that may be present . Gasoline vapor is highly flam- on your body. If your body is carry- ing an electrostatic charge, there is mable. Before refueling, always a possibility that an electric spark first stop the engine and close all could ignite the fuel, which could vehicle doors and windows.
Page 266 . We recommend that you always 5. Put the cap back on, turn it clockwise use a genuine SUBARU fuel filler until you hear a clicking noise. Be certain cap. If you use the wrong cap, it not to catch the tether under the cap while may not fit or have proper vent- tightening.
Page 267: Preparing To Drive
Starting and operating NOTE Preparing to drive Starting & Stopping engine (vehicle without “push-but- Engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid, washer fluid and other fluid levels You should perform the following checks ton start” system) should be checked daily, weekly or at and adjustments every day before you fuel stops.
Page 268: Stopping Engine
10 we recommend that you contact your seconds. Then fully depress the accel- chapter 3. nearest SUBARU dealer for assis- erator pedal and turn the ignition 5. Turn the ignition switch to the “START” tance.
Page 269: Starting & Stopping Engine (Vehicle With "Push-Button Start" System)
WARNING SUBARU dealer. For more de- ing and braking more difficult. It tails, we recommend that you could also result in accidental acti- If you wear an implanted pacemaker vation of the “LOCK”...
Page 270 Starting and operating CAUTION . The push-button start system uses weak radio waves. The status of the access key and the environmental conditions may interfere with the communication between the access key and the vehicle under the following con- ditions, and it may not be possi- ble to lock or unlock the doors or start the engine.
Page 271 2 m (6.6 ft) that the battery be replaced by . The access key is always com- around the vehicle (e.g., in the a SUBARU dealer to avoid the garage). municating with the vehicle; risk of damage at the time of...
Page 272: Switching Power
7-11 Starting and operating & Operating range for “push- & Switching power NOTE . If the access key is placed in the button start” system trunk, the power switch and the engine start cannot be operated. However, the engine may start depending on the location of the access key and the environmental conditions.
Page 273 “OFF” to prevent Power Indicator color Operation a SUBARU dealer. status the battery from going dead. In AT . If the vehicle was left under the vehicles, this function is activated when...
Page 274: Starting Engine
We Charge the battery. & Starting engine recommend that you contact a . After the battery is discharged SUBARU dealer immediately. and replaced, it may require WARNING . If the indicator on the push- initialization of the steering lock button ignition switch is flashing system to start the engine.
Page 275 7-14 Starting and operating Push-button ignition switch eration immediately after the engine the engine again. . If the engine does not start, press Operation indicator has started. . For a short time after the engine has When the push-button ignition switch is the push-button ignition switch without pressed while depressing the clutch ped- started, the engine speed is kept high.
Page 276: Stopping Engine
4. Depress the brake pedal until the activated. Stop the vehicle in a operation indicator on the push-button safe place, and we recommend ignition switch turns green. When starting that you contact a SUBARU deal- – CONTINUED –...
Page 277: When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
7-16 Starting and operating key is discharged, replace it with a new 4. Hold the access key with the buttons er immediately. one. facing you, and touch the push-button ignition switch with it. ! Starting engine when access key CAUTION When the communication between the does not operate properly (MT access key and the vehicle is completed,...
Page 278 7-17 Starting and operating and the push-button ignition switch. They may interfere with the commu- nication between the access key and the push-button ignition switch. ! Starting engine when access key does not operate properly (AT ve- hicles) When operating in a location with strong radio noise, or when the battery of the access key is low, the power can be switched to “ON”...
Page 279 7-18 Starting and operating Manual transmission – 5 3. Depress the brake pedal. and the push-button ignition switch. They may interfere with the commu- speeds nication between the access key and the push-button ignition switch. 4. Hold the access key with the buttons facing you, and touch the push-button ignition switch with it.
Page 280: Shifting Speeds
7-19 Starting and operating WARNING Shift up (Dual range km/h (mph) HI position) Do not drive the vehicle with the 1st to 2nd 24 (15) clutch disengaged (i.e., when the 2nd to 3rd 40 (25) clutch pedal is depressed) or with the shift lever in the neutral position.
Page 281 7-20 Starting and operating Australia models km/h (mph) 2.5-liter models OUTBACK Gear Dual range Dual range Single range 49 (30) 40 (25) 49 (30) 40 (25) 49 (30) 86 (53) 72 (45) 86 (53) 72 (45) 86 (53) 130 (81) 109 (68) 130 (81) 109 (68)
Page 282 7-21 Starting and operating Middle East models km/h (mph) WARNING When shifting down a gear, ensure 2.5-liter 2.0-liter models OUTBACK that the vehicle is not traveling at a models Gear speed exceeding the Maximum Al- Dual range Dual range Single Single lowable Speed for the gear which is range...
Page 283: Manual Transmission - 6 Speeds
7-22 Starting and operating Manual transmission – 6 lower gear before the engine starts to labor. speeds On steep downgrades, downshift the 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 284: Shifting Speeds
7-23 Starting and operating & Shifting speeds ! Maximum allowable speeds WARNING The following tables show the maximum ! Recommended shifting speeds Do not drive the vehicle with the speeds that are possible with each differ- The best compromise between fuel econ- clutch disengaged (i.e., when the ent gear.
Page 285: Driving Tips
7-24 Starting and operating Dual range (MT vehicles – if lower gear before the engine starts to WARNING labor. equipped) When shifting down a gear, ensure On steep downgrades, downshift the that the vehicle is not travelling at a transmission to 5th, 4th, 3rd or 2nd gear speed exceeding the Maximum Al- as necessary;...
Page 286 7-25 Starting and operating Automatic transmission – 4 forward driving positions into the “R” position or vice versa until speeds the vehicle has completely stopped. Such shifting may The automatic transmission is electroni- cause damage to the transmis- cally controlled and provides 4 forward sion.
Page 287: Selector Lever
7-26 Starting and operating ! P (Park) which the on-board computer has neutral. collected and stored in memory to During coasting, there is no engine brak- This position is for parking the vehicle and allow the transmission to shift at the ing effect.
Page 288: Selector Lever Reverse Inhibiting Function
7-27 Starting and operating to the floor and hold that position. The may downshift to 3rd or 2nd gear depend- When the ignition switch has been turned to the “LOCK (off)” position, movement of transmission will automatically downshift ing on how hard you depress the brake the selector lever from the “N”...
Page 289: Selection Of Manual Mode
7-28 Starting and operating & Selection of manual mode selector lever. Upshift indicator Downshift indicator Using the selector lever With the vehicle either moving or station- Gear position indicator Shift to the next-higher gear by briefly ary, move the selector lever from the “D” pushing the selector lever toward the “+”...
Page 290: Maximum Speeds
7-29 Starting and operating mage. Never exceed posted speed limits. be selected. Failure to observe this . If you attempt to shift down when precaution can lead to engine over- NOTE the engine speed is too high, i.e., when revving and this in turn can result in .
Page 291: Sport Mode
7-30 Starting and operating & Shift lock release position on an uphill grade by using the “D” position. Use the brake instead. If the selector lever does not move from . The engine may, on rare occasions, the “P” position with the brake pedal knock when the vehicle rapidly acceler- depressed and the ignition switch in the ates or rapidly pulls away from a standstill.
Page 292 Shifting while the We recommend that you take your vehicle vehicle is moving may cause to the nearest SUBARU dealer immedi- damage to the transmission. ately to have the system repaired. . Do not race the engine for more than 5 seconds in any position except the “N”...
Page 293: Selector Lever
7-32 Starting and operating ! P (Park) which the on-board computer has forward driving positions into the “R” position or vice versa until collected and stored in memory to This position is for parking the vehicle and allow the transmission to shift at the the vehicle has completely starting the engine.
Page 294 7-33 Starting and operating ! N (Neutral) This minimizes the chance of subsequent WARNING downshifting to a lower gear when accel- This position is for restarting a stalled erating again. This prevents repeated Do not drive the vehicle with the engine.
Page 295: Selector Lever Reverse Inhibiting Function
7-34 Starting and operating selector lever to the “P” position at this & Selector lever reverse inhi- time. biting function & Selection of manual mode This function prevents accidental move- ment of the selector lever to the “R” position while the vehicle is moving. The function becomes operational when the vehicle reaches a speed of approxi- mately 10 km/h (6 mph).
Page 296 7-35 Starting and operating selector lever or the paddle shift switch Also, if you subsequently ease off the behind the steering wheel. accelerator pedal and then accelerate again, the transmission will automatically switch back from manual mode to normal mode. CAUTION The paddle shift lever could be accidentally changed if accessories...
Page 297: Maximum Speeds
7-36 Starting and operating . If you attempt to shift up when the the next highest gear if the Maximum ling on a slippery surface can lead vehicle speed is too low, the transmis- Allowable Speed for the current gear is to wheel locking;...
Page 298: Shift Lock Release
“N” position. We recommend that you take your vehicle to the nearest SUBARU dealer immedi- ately to have the system repaired. 2. Take out the flat-head screwdriver from the on board tool bag.
Page 299: Drive (If Equipped)
Starting and operating & Intelligent (I) mode SI-DRIVE (if equipped) For smooth, efficient performance driv- SI-DRIVE (SUBARU Intelligent Drive) works to maximize engine performance, control and efficiency. This system consists of three modes: Intelligent (I), Sport (S), and Sport Sharp (S#).
Page 300: Sport (S) Mode
7-39 Starting and operating & Sport (S) mode & Sport Sharp (S#) mode After performing this operation, the switch returns to its original location. For all-around performance driving For maximum performance driving NOTE The Sport (S) mode provides the engine For sports-minded drivers, the Sport .
Page 301: Drive Sport Sharp (S#) Switch
7-40 Starting and operating & SI-DRIVE Sport Sharp (S#) . While the engine is running, if the Limited slip differential (LSD) CHECK ENGINE warning light/malfunc- switch (if equipped) tion indicator lamp comes on, the SI- While driving in the Sport (S) mode or drive mode changes to the Sport (S) The LSD provides optimum distribution of Intelligent (I) mode, when you push the...
Page 302: Power Steering
7-41 Starting and operating a loss of control of the vehicle. Keep Power steering Braking driving straight ahead while gradually & Braking tips reducing speed. Then slowly pull off the The power steering system operates only road to a safe place. when the engine is running.
Page 303: Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators
When you depress the brake pedal from the disc brakes while braking, we strongly or suddenly, the following recommend that you immediately have phenomena occur. However, even your vehicle checked by your SUBARU though these occur, they do not indi-...
Page 304: Abs (Anti-Lock Brake System)
7-43 Starting and operating & ABS warning light ABS (Anti-lock Brake Sys- vehicles. . When driving on badly surfaced tem) Type A roads, gravel roads, icy roads, or 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-...
Page 305: Electronic Brake Force Distribution (Ebd) System
The EBD system maximizes the effective- When driving with an insufficient battery your SUBARU dealer. ness of the brakes by allowing the rear voltage such as when the engine is jump brakes to supply a greater proportion of started, the ABS warning light may come the braking force.
Page 306: Steps To Take If Ebd System Fails
ABS warning faulty. We recommend that you drive fails light come on simultaneously. carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer Type A and have the system inspected. The EBD system may be faulty if the 6. If the brake fluid level is below the brake system warning light and ABS “MIN”...
Page 307: Vehicle Dynamics Control System (If Equipped)
SUBARU dealer perform an maintain traction and directional control. inspection of that system. CAUTION . The following precautions should .
Page 308: Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor
7-47 Starting and operating NOTE . when the vehicle is towing a and non-matching tires are used, it is . Slight twitching of the brake pedal trailer quite possible that the Vehicle Dy- . when the vehicle is fitted with namics Control system will be unable may be felt when the Vehicle Dynamics to operate correctly as intended.
Page 309 The warning light comes on when the SUBARU dealer carry out an inspection of ignition switch is turned to the “ON” that system at the first available opportu- position and goes off several seconds nity.
Page 310 Control system and the ABS do not while after the engine has been started, SUBARU dealer carry out an inspection of adversely affect operation of the vehicle especially in cold weather. This occurs the system at the first available opportu- in any way when they are inoperable;...
Page 311: Vehicle Dynamics Control Off Switch
7-50 Starting and operating & Vehicle Dynamics Control . If the switch is held down for 10 Vehicle Dynamics Control system can facilitate the following operations: seconds or longer, the indicator light OFF switch . a standing start on a steeply sloping goes off, the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is activated, and the system road with a snowy, gravel-covered, or...
Page 312: Parking Your Vehicle
7-51 Starting and operating Parking your vehicle CAUTION & Parking brake Never drive while the parking brake is set because this will cause un- To set the parking brake, press the brake necessary wear on the brake lin- pedal firmly and hold it down while fully ings.
Page 313: Cruise Control (If Equipped)
7-52 Starting and operating & To set cruise control Cruise control (if equipped) WARNING . Never leave unattended children Cruise control enables you to maintain a or pets in the vehicle. They could constant vehicle speed without holding accidentally injure themselves or your foot on the accelerator pedal and it is others through inadvertent op- operative when the vehicle speed is 40...
Page 314: To Temporarily Cancel Cruise Control
7-53 Starting and operating Type B release it. Then release the accelerator The vehicle will maintain the desired pedal. speed. Type A Vehicle speed can be temporarily in- creased while driving with the cruise control activated. Simply depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehi- cle.
Page 315: To Turn Off Cruise Control
7-54 Starting and operating & To turn off cruise control . Shift the selector lever into the “N” When the difference between the actual position (automatic transmission vehicles vehicle speed and the set speed is less There are two ways to turn off the cruise only).
Page 316: Cruise Control Indicator Light
7-55 Starting and operating & Cruise control indicator light ! To decrease the speed (by button) ! To decrease the speed (by brake pedal) Type A 1. Depress the brake pedal to release cruise control temporarily. 2. When the speed decreases to the desired speed, press the “SET/COAST”...
Page 317: Cruise Control Set Indicator Light
“ON” position. . If this indicator light and the “ ” indicator light flash simultaneously Type B during driving, we recommend that you have the vehicle checked by your nearest SUBARU dealer. The cruise control set indicator light...
Page 318: Self-Leveling Rear Suspension (Outback Models)
7-57 Starting and operating Owing to the self-leveling suspension, the Self-leveling rear suspension (OUTBACK models) vehicle body is adjusted to the proper position after several drive trips, even if The self-leveling suspension adjusts the vehicle body position automatically to keep it the rear of the vehicle is lowered by level at all times irrespective of the number of occupants and the amount of cargo.
Page 319: Driving Tips
Driving tips New vehicle break-in driving – the first Tire chains ............8-11 1,600 km (1,000 miles) ........Rocking vehicle ..........8-11 Loading your vehicle......... 8-12 Fuel economy hints ..........Roof rail (OUTBACK models) ......8-12 Engine exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ... Trailer towing .............
Page 320: 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) The following suggestions will help to save miles) your fuel. . Select the proper gear position for the WARNING The performance and long life of your speed and road conditions.
Page 321: Catalytic Converter (If Equipped)
Driving tips Catalytic converter (if exhaust fumes are entering the vehicle, have t he probl em equipped) checked and corrected as soon as possible. If you must drive under these conditions, drive WARNING only with all windows fully open. . Avoid fire hazards. Do not drive .
Page 322: Periodic Inspections
SUBARU dealer. . Do not apply undercoating or rust prevention treatment to the heat shield of catalytic converter and the exhaust sys- tem.
Page 323: Driving An All-Wheel Drive Vehicle
Driving tips & All AWD models except exhaust pipe or water splashing onto Driving an All-Wheel Drive electrical parts may damage your vehicle OUTBACK vehicle and may cause it to stall. All-Wheel Drive distributes the engine . An AWD vehicle can be used to power to all four wheels.
Page 324: Outback Models
Driving tips tire placard, which is located under the For safety purpose as well as to avoid vehicle. Using other sizes may result in door latch on the driver’s side. damaging the AWD system, you should severe mechanical damage to the drive .
Page 325: Off Road Driving (Outback Models Only)
But please keep in mind that an . After driving through tall grass, mud, with your fingers and thumbs on the AWD SUBARU is a passenger car and is rock, sand, rivers, etc., check that there is outside of the rim.
Page 326: Winter Driving
. Frequent driving of an AWD vehicle the vehicle. under hard-driving conditions such as SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid con- rough roads or off roads will necessitate tains 58.5% methyl alcohol and 41.5% more frequent replacement of engine oil, surfactant, by volume.
Page 327: Driving On Snowy And Icy Roads
When the vehicle has been left parked If your SUBARU is not going to be used ! Before driving your vehicle after use on roads heavily covered with for an extended period, it is best to have...
Page 328: Corrosion Protection
8-10 Driving tips ! Wiper operation when snowing seasons you could have snow and sub- CAUTION zero temperatures. Before driving in cold weather, make sure Blades of this type give superior wiping Avoid prolonged continuous driving the wiper blades are not frozen to the in snowstorms.
Page 329: Tire Chains
8-11 Driving tips & Rocking vehicle size, construction, brand and load index construction and load range as and you should never mix radial, belted the tires listed on the tire placard. If you must rock the vehicle to free it from bias or bias tires since this may result in Using other sizes and construc- snow, sand, or mud, depress the accel-...
Page 330: Loading Your Vehicle
8-12 Driving tips Loading your vehicle CAUTION WARNING . When you carry something inside Do not carry spray cans, containers WARNING with flammable or corrosive liquids the vehicle, secure it whenever or any other dangerous items inside you can to prevent it from being .
Page 331: Trailer Towing
Each When installing the roof rack on the roof your SUBARU dealer to assist you in mounting point is fitted with a cover. rail, follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 332: Maintenance
1,600 km (1,000 system when installing a hitch or miles) of driving. other trailer towing equipment. & Towing weight The use of genuine SUBARU trailer hitch is recommended. A genuine SUBARU WARNING hitches are available from your SUBARU dealer.
Page 333: Trailer Lights
SI-DRIVE on a downhill sustain the towing load. Use of the that you consult your SUBARU dealer or slope. For AT vehicles, in this case, it is temporary spare tire when towing possible to drive in the “D”...
Page 334 8-16 Driving tips – the safety chains are connected . Crosswinds will adversely affect the manual mode. properly. handling of your vehicle and trailer, caus- ! Before starting out on a trip – all cargo in the trailer is secured ing sway.
Page 335 5. Shift into 1st or reverse gear (manual transmission) or “P” (automatic transmis- repairs performed immediately by the NOTE nearest SUBARU dealer. sion) and shut off the engine. For AT vehicles not equipped with SI- ! Driving on grades DRIVE, the temperature of engine cool- .
Page 336: Additional Information For Europe
8-18 Driving tips & Additional information for ! Maximum permissible vehicle Europe weight (MPW) and maximum per- missible rear axle weight (rear The following information represents the MPAW) for trailer towing European statutory and regulatory re- quirements of 95/48/EC (92/21/EEC). Rear MPAW...
Page 337 8-19 Driving tips Model MPW at towing (kg) MPAW at towing (kg) Sedan 2.0-liter 1,925 1,100 1,950 1,100 2.5-liter 1,940 1,145 1,950 1,145 3.0-liter 2,050 1,145 3.0R 2,050 1,145 3.0R spec B 2,060 Station 2.0-liter 1,985 1,145 wagon 1,995 1,145 2.5-liter 2,010 1,170...
Page 338 8-20 Driving tips ! Maximum permissible static verti- cal load on the coupling device 82.4 kg ! Mounting points of the coupling device The mounting points of the coupling device are shown in the diagram. Sedan Station wagon and OUTBACK Maximum permissible overhang of the Maximum permissible overhang of the coupling device: 1,115 mm (44 in)
Page 339 In case of emergency If you park your vehicle in case of an If no steam is coming from engine compartment ........... 9-12 emergency ............Towing ..............9-12 Temporary spare tire (if equipped) ....Towing and tie-down hooks........ 9-13 Flat tires............... Using a flat-bed truck.........
Page 340: In Case Of Emergency
In case of emergency NOTE If you park your vehicle in Temporary spare tire (if When the hazard warning flasher is on, case of an emergency equipped) the turn signals do not work. WARNING Never tow a trailer when the tem- porary spare tire is used.
Page 341 In case of emergency a tire chain will not fit properly. equipped 2.5-liter models . Do not use two or more temporary . Vehicle Dynamics Control system spare tires at the same time. equipped 2.0-liter models . Do not drive over obstacles. This tire CAUTION has a smaller diameter, so road clearance is reduced.
Page 342: Flat Tires
In case of emergency . Always turn off the engine before Flat tires raising the flat tire off the ground using the jack. Never swing or If you have a flat tire while driving, never push the vehicle supported with brake suddenly;...
Page 343 In case of emergency Sedan: Station wagon 4. Take out the jack. Jack handle 1. Lift the handle of the floor cover and Jack hook the handle onto the trunk edge. Spare tire 5. Take out the spare tire, jack, and jack handle.
Page 344 In case of emergency Station wagon: and take out the jack handle. 5. Turn the attaching bolt counterclock- wise, then take spare tire out. 3. Take out the storage tray (if equipped). 1. Open the lid and hang the hook provided on the under side of the lid on If the spare tire provided in your vehicle is the rear edge of the roof to keep the lid...
Page 345 In case of emergency 9. Remove the wheel nuts and the flat tire. Turn the jackscrew by hand until the jack 6. Loosen the wheel nuts using the wheel head engages firmly into the jack-up point. nut wrench but do not remove the nuts. 8.
Page 346 In case of emergency wheel nuts. Tighten them by hand. approximately 40 to 50 kg (88 to 110 lbs) stop or collisions, loose equipment at the top of the wheel nut wrench. Never could strike occupants and cause WARNING use your foot on the wheel nut wrench or a injury.
Page 347: Jump Starting
In case of emergency Jump starting and protective gloves when inspect- can cause blindness and burns. ing your vehicle’s battery. Avoid & Battery Precautions! tipping the battery and subjecting it Keep flames away: to shocks since this could cause fluid to spill. WARNING Before working on or near your vehicle’s battery, extinguish all ci-...
Page 348: Precautions When Jump Starting
9-10 In case of emergency gen gas. To prevent an explosion, CAUTION charge your vehicle’s battery in a well ventilated area and keep flames The battery used for boosting must away. be 12V. Do not jump start unless you are sure that the booster battery is correct.
Page 349 9-11 In case of emergency Connect one jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal on the discharged battery. Connect the other end of the jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the booster battery. Connect one end of the other cable to the negative (−) terminal of the booster battery.
Page 350: Engine Overheating
If towing is necessary, it is best done by WARNING has dropped, turn off the engine. your SUBARU dealer or a commercial towing service. Observe the following If the temperature gauge stays at the Never attempt to remove the radia- procedures for safety.
Page 351: Towing And Tie-Down Hooks
9-13 In case of emergency & Towing and tie-down hooks the vehicle and stow it in the tool bag. Fit the towing hook cover on the bumper. The towing hooks should be used only in ! Front towing hook (OUTBACK an emergency (e.g., to free a stuck vehicle from mud, sand or snow).
Page 352 9-14 In case of emergency the vehicle and stow it in the tool bag. Fit the towing hook cover on the bumper. ! Front towing hook (2.0R, 2.5i and 2.5GT models except OUTBACK) 1. Take out the towing hook, screwdriver and wheel nut wrench from the jack holder.
Page 353 9-15 In case of emergency and the front bumper, and use it to lever 5. Screw the towing hook into the thread the cover open. hole until its thread becomes invisible. 3. Pull the entire front fog light cover toward you. 2.
Page 354 9-16 In case of emergency 4. Screw the towing hook into the thread WARNING CAUTION hole until its thread becomes invisible. . Do not use the towing hook . Do not apply excessive lateral except when towing your vehicle. load to the towing hooks. .
Page 355: Using A Flat-Bed Truck
9-17 In case of emergency & Using a flat-bed truck & Towing with all wheels on the ! Rear tie-down hooks ground The rear tie-down hooks are located near This is the best way to transport your each of the jack-up reinforcements. vehicle.
Page 356: Rear Gate (Station Wagon) - If Rear Gate Cannot Be Unlocked
9-18 In case of emergency Rear gate (Station wagon) – if cause the steering wheel and the direction of the wheels will be rear gate cannot be unlocked locked. . Remember that the brake booster In the event that you cannot unlock the and power steering do not func- rear gate by operating the power door tion when the engine is not...
Page 357: Sunroof - If Sunroof Cannot Be Closed
We recommend that you have your sunroof switch, you can close the sunroof vehicle checked and repaired by an manually. authorized SUBARU dealer. Sedan: Station wagon: 1. Take out the hex-head wrench and 1. Take out the hex-head wrench and screwdriver from the jack holder.
Page 358: Maintenance Tools
Hex-head wrench (only for vehicles with clockwise. sunroof) Towing hook We recommend that you have your vehicle checked and repaired by an authorized SUBARU dealer. 3. Remove the plug on the roof trim (located to the rear of the sunroof) by...
Page 359: Jack And Jack Handle
9-21 In case of emergency & Jack and jack handle Sedan: Open the floor cover and remove the jack handle from the back of the floor The jack is stowed under the floor cover of cover. the trunk or under the center lid of the cargo area.
Page 360 Appearance care Exterior care ............10-2 Cleaning 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 361: Appearance Care
10-2 Appearance care NOTE ! Washing the underbody Exterior care . When having your vehicle washed in Chemicals, salts and gravel used for & Washing an automatic car wash, make sure deicing road surfaces are extremely cor- beforehand that the car wash is of rosive, accelerating the corrosion of un- suitable type.
Page 362: Waxing And Polishing
When in doubt, we recommend that you always Always wash and dry the vehicle before contact your SUBARU dealer or an auto waxing and polishing. paint specialist. Use a good quality polish and wax and...
Page 363: Corrosion Protection
We areas where there is more salt in the air, recommend that you contact your or in areas where there is considerable SUBARU dealer to perform this kind of industrial pollution. maintenance and treatment if you need assistance.
Page 364: Cleaning 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 365: Navigation Monitor (If Equipped)
10-6 Appearance care & Navigation monitor (if equipped) To clean the navigation monitor, wipe it with a silicone cloth or with a soft cloth. If the navigation monitor is extremely dirty, clean it with a soft cloth moistened with neutral detergent then carefully wipe off any remaining detergent.
Page 366 Maintenance and service Maintenance schedule ........11-3 Recommended grade and viscosity ....11-32 Automatic transmission fluid......11-32 For Europe............11-3 Checking fluid level ......... 11-32 For others ............11-6 Maintenance precautions......... 11-10 Recommended fluid ......... 11-33 Front differential gear oil (AT vehicles)..11-33 Before checking or servicing in engine compartment..........
Page 367 Maintenance and service Types of tires ........... 11-43 Fuses ..............11-55 Tire inspection ..........11-43 Main fuse............11-58 Tire pressures and wear ........11-44 Installation of accessories ......11-58 Wheel balance..........11-45 Replacing bulbs ..........11-59 Wear indicators ..........11-46 Headlights (vehicle with HID headlights) ...
Page 368: Maintenance Schedule
These conditions may differ from one country to another. Therefore there may be special requirement in your country. We recommend that you contact your SUBARU dealer for the actual maintenance schedule applied to your vehicle. & For Europe 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 369 11-4 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 3.0L See NOTE 1) Engine oil filter Others See NOTE 1) Replace every 3.0L 160,000 km Drive belt(s) [Except (100,000 miles) camshaft]...
Page 370 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 Inspect brake lines and check operation of parking See NOTE 3) and service brake system Adjust pedal free Clutch system play at 1,600 km...
Page 371: For Others
11-6 Maintenance and service NOTE ATF filter is maintenance free part. ATF filter needs replacement when it has physical damage or ATF leaked. * Examples of severe driving conditions: (1) Operating in extremely cold weather (Items 1, 2 and 16 only) (2) Towing a trailer (Items 1, 2, 9, 10, 12 and 13 only) (3) Repeated short trips (Items 1, 2, 12 and 13 only) (4) Driving in dusty roads (Items 7, 12, 13 and 16 only)
Page 372 11-7 Maintenance and service MAINTENANCE INTERVAL (Number of months or km (miles), whichever occurs first) Months MAINTENANCE ITEM REMARKS 6 1,000 km 12.5 37.5 6 1,000 miles 22.5 3.0L See NOTE 1) Engine oil filter See NOTE 1) Others ! Other items Continue periodic maintenance beyond 100,000 km (60,000 miles) or 48 months by returning to the second column of the maintenance schedule and adding 100,000 km (60,000 miles) or 48 months to the column headings.
Page 373 11-8 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 Fuel system, lines and connections See NOTE 3) Air cleaner element See NOTE 4) Spark plugs Transmission/Differential (Front &...
Page 374 11-9 Maintenance and service 4) When the vehicle is used under severe driving conditions mentioned in the following*, the air cleaner element should be replaced more frequently. 5) When the vehicle is frequently operated under severe conditions, such as towing a trailer or driving on sand, replacement of manual transmission gear oil and automatic transmission fluid and differential gear oil should be performed more frequently.
Page 375: Maintenance Precautions
NEVER use a done by an authorized SUBARU dealer. maintained. circuit tester for these wiring. If . Never get under the vehicle sup-...
Page 376: When You Do Checking Or Servicing In Engine Compartment While Engine Is Running
11-11 Maintenance and service the cooling fan may operate suddenly even when the engine is stopped. & When you do checking or servicing in engine compart- ment while engine is running WARNING A running engine can be dangerous. Keep your fingers, hands, clothing, For any maintenance and inspection For maintenance and inspection on any hair and tools away from the cooling...
Page 377: Engine Hood
11-12 Maintenance and service Type A Engine hood CAUTION The automatic transmission for the To open the hood: turbo AWD vehicle, 3.0-liter AWD 1. If the wiper blades are lifted off the vehicle and all models with Vehicle windshield, return them to their original Dynamics Control can not be chan- positions.
Page 378 11-13 Maintenance and service To close the hood: 1. Lift the hood slightly and remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer. 2. Lower the engine hood to a height approximately 30 cm (12 in) above the fully closed position and then let it drop.
Page 379: Engine Compartment Overview
11-14 Maintenance and service Power steering fluid reservoir Engine compartment overview (page 11-37) Manual transmission oil level gauge (MT) & 2.0-liter models (page 11-31) or Differential gear oil level gauge (AT) (page 11-33) Clutch fluid reservoir (page 11-39) Automatic transmission fluid level gauge (page 11-32) Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-38) Fuse box (page 11-55)
Page 380: Liter Turbo Models
11-15 Maintenance and service & 2.5-liter turbo models Power steering fluid reservoir (page 11-37) Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-38) Manual transmission oil level gauge (MT) (page 11-31) or Differential gear oil level gauge (AT) (page 11-33) Clutch fluid reservoir (page 11-39) Automatic transmission fluid level gauge (page 11-32) Fuse box (page 11-55)
Page 381: Liter Non-Turbo Models
11-16 Maintenance and service & 2.5-liter non-turbo models Power steering fluid reservoir (page 11-37) Manual transmission oil level gauge (MT) (page 11-31) or Differential gear oil level gauge (AT) (page 11-33) Clutch fluid reservoir (page 11-39) Automatic transmission fluid level gauge (page 11-32) Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-38) Fuse box (page 11-55)
Page 382: Liter Models
11-17 Maintenance and service & 3.0-liter models Power steering fluid reservoir (page 11-37) Manual transmission oil level gauge (MT) (page 11-31) or Differential gear oil level gauge (AT) (page 11-33) Clutch fluid reservoir (page 11-39) Automatic transmission fluid level gauge (page 11-32) Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-38) Fuse box (page 11-55)
Page 383: Engine Oil
1 liter per 2,000 symbol “ ” on its top appearing as kilometers, we recommend that you Except 3.0-liter models shown in the illustration. contact your SUBARU dealer.
Page 384: Changing Oil And Oil Filter
11-19 Maintenance and service pipe, be sure to wipe it off. If you check the oil level just after stopping the engine, wait a few minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil pan before checking the level. Just after driving or while the engine is warm, the engine oil level reading may be in a range between the upper level and...
Page 385 11-20 Maintenance and service properly. WARNING Be careful not to burn yourself with hot engine oil. 5. Wipe the seating surface of the drain plug with a clean cloth and tighten it securely with a new sealing washer after the oil has completely drained out. 6.
Page 386: Recommended Grade And Viscosity
11-21 Maintenance and service 9. Clean the rubber seal seating area of 11. Reinstall the under cover. CAUTION the lower crank case/oil cooler and install 12. Pour the specified amount of engine the oil filter by hand turning. Be careful not oil through the filler neck.
Page 387 Indicates that the oil has fuel saving table lists the recommended viscosities capabilities and applicable temperatures. When adding oil, different brands may be used together as long as they are the same API classification and SAE viscosity as those recommended by SUBARU.
Page 388: Recommended Grade And Viscosity Under Severe Driving Conditions
−368C (−338F). For add- ing, use genuine SUBARU cool- CAUTION ant or an equivalent: a mixture of 50% soft water (or clear and...
Page 389: Cooling Fan, Hose And Connections
“FULL” level mark. If the reserve tank is coolant when adding it. If coolant system checked by your SUBARU dealer. empty, remove the radiator cap and refill touches the exhaust pipe, it may If frequent addition of coolant is neces- as required.
Page 390 11-25 Maintenance and service ! Changing the coolant maintenance schedule. 1. Remove the under cover. 2. Place a proper container under the drain plug and loosen the drain plug. 3. Loosen the radiator cap to drain the coolant from the radiator. Then drain the coolant from the reserve tank.
Page 391 11-26 Maintenance and service tank’s “FULL” level mark. Do not pour the 3.0-liter models: CAUTION coolant too quickly, as this may lead to Without ATF cooler and warmer: . Be careful not to spill engine insufficient air bleeding and trapped air in 7.2 liters (7.6 US qt, 6.3 Imp qt) the system.
Page 392: Air Cleaner Element
CAUTION When replacing the air cleaner ele- ment, we recommend that you use a genuine SUBARU air cleaner ele- ment. If it is not used, there is the possibility of causing a negative effect to the engine. – CONTINUED –...
Page 393 11-28 Maintenance and service insert the three projections on the air cleaner case cover into the slits on the air cleaner case and then snap the two clamps on the air cleaner case cover. ! Turbo models 2. Unplug the connector that is attached 4.
Page 394 11-29 Maintenance and service insert the three projections on the air cleaner case cover into the slits on the air cleaner case and then snap the two clamps on the air cleaner case cover. 2. Unplug the connector that is attached 4.
Page 395: Spark Plugs
98 N (10 kg, 22 lbs) midway between the pulleys by using a spring scale. Belt deflection should be the amount specified. If a belt is loose, cracked, or worn, we recommend that you contact your SUBARU dealer.
Page 396: Manual Transmission Oil
11-31 Maintenance and service mm (in) Check the oil level monthly. Manual transmission oil Deflection 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and New belt Used belt & Checking oil level stop the engine. 7.0 – 9.0 9.0 – 11.0 2.
Page 397: Recommended Grade And Viscosity
11-32 Maintenance and service Automatic transmission fluid smoke, and/or a fire. If oil gets on the exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe it & Checking fluid level off. The automatic transmission fluid expands & Recommended grade and largely as its temperature rises; the fluid level differs according to fluid temperature.
Page 398: Recommended Fluid
& Recommended fluid Use one of the following types of auto- matic transmission fluid. HOT range COLD range Genuine SUBARU Automatic Transmis- sion Fluid Upper level Lower level IDEMITSU ATF HP Castrol Transmax J 4. Pull out the dipstick and check the fluid Yellow handle level on the gauge.
Page 399: Recommended Grade And Viscosity
11-34 Maintenance and service & Recommended grade and Rear differential gear oil viscosity (AWD vehicles) Each oil manufacturer has its own base & Checking gear oil level oils and additives. Never use different brands together. Oil grade: API classification GL-5 Upper level Lower level 3.
Page 400: Maintenance And Service
11-35 Maintenance and service Filler plug Drain plug Oil level 2.0-liter AT models with Vehicle Dynamics 2.5-liter turbo AT models; 3.0-liter AT Control; 2.5-liter non-turbo models; 2.0- models liter MT models; 3.0-liter MT models Filler plug Filler plug Drain plug Drain plug Oil level Oil level...
Page 401: Recommended Grade And Viscosity
If the vehicle requires frequent re- filling, there may be an oil leak. If you suspect a problem, we recom- mend that you have the vehicle checked at your SUBARU dealer. & Recommended grade and SAE viscosity No. and applicable tempera- viscosity...
Page 402: Power Steering Fluid
If the fluid level is extreme low, it may Genuine SUBARU Automatic Transmis- sion Fluid indicate possible leakage. We recom- “Dexron III” Type Automatic Transmis- mend that you consult your SUBARU sion Fluid dealer for an inspection. WARNING Be careful not to burn yourself The power steering fluid expands greatly because the fluid may be hot.
Page 403: Brake Fluid
FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or DOT 4 you suspect a problem, we re- brake fluid commend that you have the vehicle checked at your SUBARU dealer. CAUTION . Never use different brands of brake fluid together. Also, avoid Check the fluid level monthly.
Page 404: Clutch Fluid (Mt Vehicles)
Use only clutch fluid from a sealed commend that you have the container. vehicle checked at your SUBARU dealer. . Never use different brands of clutch fluid together. . When clutch fluid is added, be careful not to allow any dirt into the tank.
Page 405: Brake Booster
SUBARU ates a greater braking force. tenance schedule. . You might hear clicking (knocking) dealer.
Page 406: Checking Brake Pedal Reserve Distance
SUBARU dealer. the distance between the upper surface of 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 with your SUBARU dealer.
Page 407: Replacement Of Brake Pad And Lining
3. Drive the vehicle for approximately your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. 200 meters (220 yards) in this condition. 4. Wait 5 to 10 minutes for the parking CAUTION brake to cool down.
Page 408: Parking Brake Stroke
We recommend that you contact your parking brake lever stroke is not within the dry conditions. SUBARU dealer immediately if you find specified range, we recommend that you Summer tires are inadequate for driving any problem.
Page 409: Tire Pressures And Wear
We recommend that you drive slowly to Check the tire pressures when the tires in low tire pressure. the nearest authorized SUBARU dealer are cold. Use a pressure gauge to adjust and have the vehicle inspected. the tire pressures to the values shown on Incorrect tire pressures detract from con- the tire placard.
Page 410: Wheel Balance
11-45 Maintenance and service . Abnormally low tire pressure (tread Ride comfort is poor. Also, the tire worn at shoulders) magnifies the effects of road-surface bumps and dips, possibly resulting in vehicle damage. If the tire placard shows tire pressures for the vehicle when fully loaded and for the vehicle when towing a trailer, adjust the tire pressures to the values that match...
Page 411: Wear Indicators
& Tire rotation direction mark and reduces the vehicle’s running stability. We recommend that you con- tact your SUBARU dealer if you notice abnormal tire wear. New tread *: The suspension system is designed to hold...
Page 412: Tire Rotation
After driving approximately 1,000 km (600 miles), check the wheel nuts again and For safe vehicle operation, SUBARU retighten any nut that has become loose. recommends replacing all four tires at the same time.
Page 413: Wheel Replacement
. When wheel nuts, balance weights, or the center cap is replaced, we recommend that you replace them with genuine & Wheel replacement SUBARU parts designed for aluminum When replacing wheels due, for example, wheels. to damage, make sure the replacement...
Page 414: Windshield Washer Fluid
In areas where water freezes in winter, use an anti-freeze type windshield washer fluid. SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid contains 58.5% methyl alcohol and 41.5% surfactant, by volume. Its freezing tem- perature varies according to how much it is diluted, as indicated in the following table.
Page 415: Replacement Of Wiper Blades
11-50 Maintenance and service nozzles. Replacement of wiper blades other, possibly resulting in scratches. CAUTION Grease, wax, insects, or other material on . Return the passenger-side wiper the windshield (or rear window) or the arm to its original position before .
Page 416: Windshield Wiper Blades
11-51 Maintenance and service & Windshield wiper blades & Windshield wiper blade rub- 1. Raise the windshield wiper arm on the driver’s side. 2. Next, raise the windshield wiper arm on the passenger’s side. Metal spines 2. If the new blade rubber is not provided with two metal spines, remove the metal Metal support spines from the old blade rubber and...
Page 417: Rear Window Wiper Blade Assembly
11-52 Maintenance and service & Rear window wiper blade with the grooves in the rubber and slide the blade rubber assembly into the metal rubber support until it locks. 2. Turn the wiper blade assembly coun- terclockwise. 1. Pull out the end of the blade rubber Stopper assembly to unlock it from the plastic 4.
Page 418 11-53 Maintenance and service 2. Pull the blade rubber assembly out of ends. If the rubber is not retained properly, the plastic support. the wiper may scratch the rear window glass. 5. Install the wiper blade assembly to the wiper arm. Make sure that it locks in place. 6.
Page 419: Battery
11-54 Maintenance and service Battery and protective gloves when inspect- can cause blindness and burns. ing your vehicle’s battery. Avoid & Battery Precautions! tipping the battery and subjecting it Keep flames away: to shocks since this could cause fluid to spill. WARNING Before working on or near your vehicle’s battery, extinguish all ci-...
Page 420 11-55 Maintenance and service Fuses gen gas. To prevent an explosion, CAUTION charge your vehicle’s battery in a well ventilated area and keep flames Never use more than 10 amperes CAUTION away. 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...
Page 421 11-56 Maintenance and service controls do not operate, inspect the corresponding fuse. If a fuse has blown, replace it. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK (off)” position and turn off all electrical accessories. Open the lid that is located above the The spare fuses are stored in the main hood release knob and pull it toward you fuse box cover in the engine compart-...
Page 422 Maintenance and service 7. If the same fuse blows again, this indicates that its system has a problem. We recommend that you contact your SUBARU dealer for repairs. Good 4. Take the fuse puller out of the fuse Blown box.
Page 423: Main Fuse
Maintenance and service Main fuse Installation of accessories We recommend that you always consult your SUBARU dealer before installing fog lights or any other electrical equipment in your vehicle. Such accessories may cause the electronic system to malfunc- tion if they are incorrectly installed or if they are not suited for the vehicle.
Page 424: Replacing Bulbs
11-59 Maintenance and service Replacing bulbs – CONTINUED –...
Page 425 11-60 Maintenance and service Wattage Bulb No. High beam headlight Vehicles with HID light 12V-60W Vehicles without HID light 12V-65W Low beam headlight Vehicles with HID light 12V-35W Vehicles without HID light 12V-55W Front position light 12V-5W Front turn signal light 12V-21W WY21W –...
Page 426: Headlights (Vehicle With Hid Headlights)
For replacement of the head- light bulbs (low-beam and high- beam), removal and installation of the headlight assemblies, and re- moval of headlight-assembly com- ponents, we recommend that you contact your SUBARU dealer. – CONTINUED –...
Page 427: Headlights (Vehicle Without Hid Headlights)
3. Remove the bulb cover, by turning it recommend that you consult your counterclockwise. SUBARU dealer for proper adjustment of the headlight aim. . It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. We recommend that you have your SUBARU dealer replace the bulbs if necessary. Left-hand side...
Page 428 11-63 Maintenance and service ! High beam light bulbs 2. Use a screwdriver to remove the secured clip of the washer tank. To make it easy to access the bulb, move the washer tank to the horizontal direction (left-hand side). 4.
Page 429: Front Position Light
& Rear combination lights It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. We ! Sedan recommend that you have your SUBARU dealer replace the bulbs if necessary. & Front turn signal light It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. We recommend that you have your SUBARU dealer replace the bulbs if necessary.
Page 430 11-65 Maintenance and service ! Station wagon 2. Wrap tape around a flat-head screw- 3. Remove the upper and lower screws. driver, then insert the screwdriver into the Then, slide the rear combination lamp 1. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove gap between the side cover and rear assembly to the rear and remove it from the upper and lower clips.
Page 431: Back-Up Light (Station Wagon)
11-66 Maintenance and service 4. Remove the bulb holder from the rear combination light assembly by turning it counterclockwise. 5. Pull the bulb out of the bulb holder and replace it with a new one. 6. Set the bulb holder into the rear combination light assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks.
Page 432: License Plate Light (Sedan)
& Dome light rear gate. & License plate light (Sedan) It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. We recommend that you have your SUBARU dealer replace the bulbs if necessary. & License plate light (Station wagon) 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Install a new bulb.
Page 433: Map Light
11-68 Maintenance and service & Door step light straight downward to remove it. Install a new bulb. 3. Reinstall the lens. & Map light 2. Turn the bulb until the flat surfaces at its ends are aligned vertically. Pull the bulb 1.
Page 434: Cargo Area Light (Station Wagon)
2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Install a new bulb. 3. Reinstall the cover. & High mount stop light (Se- dan) It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. We recommend that you have your SUBARU dealer replace the bulbs if necessary.
Page 435 Specifications Specifications ............. 12-2 Fuses and circuits ........... 12-10 Dimensions............12-2 Fuse panel located behind the instrument panel ............. 12-10 Engine ............... 12-5 Fuse panel located in the engine Electrical system..........12-6 compartment ..........12-12 Capacities ............12-7 Bulb chart............12-14 Tires ..............
Page 436: Specifications
12-2 Specifications Specifications These specifications are subject to change without notice. & Dimensions ! Sedan mm (in) Item 2.0-liter 3.0-liter 2.5-liter non-turbo 2.5-liter turbo 2.0R 2.5i 2.5GT 2.5GT spec B 3.0R 3.0R spec B Drive system Transmission type Overall length 4,665 (183.7) Overall width 1,730 (68.1)
Page 437 12-3 Specifications ! Station wagon mm (in) Item 2.0-liter 2.5-liter non-turbo 2.5-liter turbo 3.0-liter 2.0R 2.5i 2.5GT 2.5GT spec B 3.0R 3.0R spec B Drive system Transmission type Overall length 4,720 (185.8) Overall width 1,730 (68.1) Overall height 1,470 (57.9) 1,475 (58.1) 1,470 (57.9) 1,475 (58.1)
Page 438 12-4 Specifications ! OUTBACK mm (in) Item 2.5-liter 3.0-liter 2.5i 3.0R Drive system Transmission type Overall length 4,730 (186.2) Overall width 1,770 (69.7) Overall height 1,545 (60.8) 2,670 (105.1) Wheel base Tread Front 1,495 (58.9) 1,485 (58.5) Rear 200 (7.9) Ground clearance* *1: Measured with vehicle empty 4AT: 4-speed automatic transmission...
Page 439: Engine
12-5 Specifications & Engine Engine model EJ204 EZ30D EJ253 EJ255 (2.0-liter, DOHC) (3.0-liter, DOHC) (2.5-liter, SOHC, non-turbo) (2.5-liter, DOHC, turbo)* Engine type Horizontally opposed, liquid cooled 4 cylinder, 4-stroke gasoline engine Horizontally opposed, liquid cooled 6 cylinder, 4-stroke gasoline engine Displacement cc (cu-in) 1,994 (121.7) 2,457 (150)
Page 440: Electrical System
12-6 Specifications & Electrical system Battery type and capacity (5HR) Europe, Asia and 12V-48AH (55D23L) Latin America mod- 2.0-liter models 12V-52AH (65D23L) 2.5-liter non-turbo and 3.0-liter models 12V-52AH (75D23L) Other models 2.0-liter and 2.5-liter non-turbo models 12V-27AH (34B19L) 12V-48AH (55D23L) 2.5-liter turbo and 3.0-liter models Alternator 12V-110A...
Page 441: Capacities
12-7 Specifications & Capacities Fuel tank 64 liters (16.9 US gal, 14.1 Imp gal) Engine oil 2.0-liter and 2.5-liter models 4.0 liters (4.2 US qt, 3.5 Imp qt) 3.0-liter models 5.5 liters (5.8 US qt, 4.8 Imp qt) Manual transmission oil 5-speed 3.5 liters (3.7 US qt, 3.1 Imp qt) 5-speed with Dual range...
Page 442: Tires
12-8 Specifications Engine coolant Left-hand 2.0-liter and 2.5-liter non- 6.4 liters (6.8 US qt, 5.6 Imp qt) drive vehi- turbo models 4AT Without ATF cooler and warmer 6.3 liters (6.7 US qt, 5.5 Imp qt) cles With ATF cooler and warmer 6.7 liters (7.0 US qt, 5.9 Imp qt) 3.0-liter models 7.3 liters (7.7 US qt, 6.4 Imp qt)
Page 443: Wheel Alignment
12-9 Specifications & Wheel alignment Item Sedan Wagon OUTBACK 2.0-liter 2.5-liter 2.5-liter 3.0-liter 2.0-liter 2.5-liter 2.5-liter 3.0-liter 2.5-liter 3.0- non-turbo turbo non- turbo liter turbo 2.5GT, 2.5GT, 2.0R 2.5i 2.5GT 3.0R 3.0R-B 2.0R 2.5i 2.5GT 3.0R 3.0R-B 2.5i 3.0R spec B spec B 0 + 3 mm (0 + 0.12 in) Front...
Page 444: Fuses And Circuits
12-10 Specifications Fuses and circuits Fuse Fuse Circuit panel rating & Fuse panel located behind the instrument panel Rear fog light Cargo fan Trailer hitch connector Empty Door locking Front wiper deicer relay Sunroof Combination meter 7.5A Remote control rear view mirrors Seat heater relay Vanity mirror light...
Page 445: Specifications
12-11 Specifications Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse Circuit Circuit panel rating panel rating Cargo socket Blower fan Position light Front fog light Tail light Front wiper Rear combination light Front wiper washer Empty 7.5A Auto air conditioner unit Integrated unit Illumination 7.5A Headlight left side relay Seat heaters...
Page 446: Fuse Panel Located In The Engine Compartment
12-12 Specifications & Fuse panel located in the engine compartment Fuse Fuse Circuit panel rating ABS unit Vehicle dynamics control unit Main fan (3.0-liter mod- els) Secondary air combina- tion valve (2.0-liter mod- els) Sub fan (except 3.0-liter models) Main fan Audio (for McIntosh...
Page 447 12-13 Specifications Fuse Fuse Circuit panel rating Turn and hazard warning flasher Parking switch 7.5A Alternator...
Page 448: Bulb Chart
12-14 Specifications Bulb chart Description Wattage Bulb type* High beam headlight Vehicles with HID light 12V-60W Vehicles without HID light 12V-65W Low beam headlight Vehicles with HID light 12V-35W Vehicles without HID light 12V-55W Front position light 12V-5W Front turn signal light 12V-21W WY21W –...
Page 449 12-15 Specifications Description Wattage Bulb type* Back-up light Sedan 12V-16W W16W Wagon 12V-21W W21W – Cargo area light 12V-13W Brake/tail light (Wagon) 12V-5W/21W W21/5W Licence plate light 12V-5W Back-up light (Wagon without rear 12V-21W W21W fog light) W21W Rear fog light (Sedan) 12V-21W *: ECE specification...
Page 450: Vehicle Identification
12-16 Specifications Vehicle identification...
Page 451 12-17 Specifications ID label (Europe model) Vehicle identification number Year of manufacture label (Middle East model) Tire inflation pressure label Model number label Built date label (left side – Australia model) ADR compliance plate (Australia model) Fuel label...
Page 452: Supplement
Supplement Year of manufacture (Middle East models Declaration of conformity in accordance only) ..............13-2 with radio and telecommunications terminal equipment directive 1999/5/EC..13-4 Speed limit, maximum torque and maximum power at rpm (Middle East Transmitter for keyless entry system (Left-hand drive vehicles) ..........
Page 453: 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) Sedan Model 2.0-liter 2.5-liter 3.0-liter Speed limit 209 (130) 201 (125) 219 (136) 217 (135) 237 (147) km/h (mph) Maximum torque 196 (20.0, 145)/3,200 227 (23.1, 167)/4,400...
Page 454 13-3 Supplement Fuel consumption and CO -emissions (Europe only) Model and Type Fuel consumption according to -emissions according to 80/1268/EEC-99/100/EC (L/100 km) 80/1268/EEC-99/100/EC (g/km) Urban Extra-urban Total Urban Extra-urban Total 2.0-liter Sedan 11.7 11.5 2.0-liter Station wagon 5MT 11.8 11.7 2.5-liter Sedan 11.7 11.9...
Page 455: Declaration Of Conformity In Accordance With Radio And Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999/5/Ec
13-4 Supplement Declaration of conformity in accordance with radio and telecommunications terminal equipment directive 1999/5/EC & Transmitter for keyless entry system (Left-hand drive vehicles)
Page 456: Transmitter For Keyless Entry System (Right-Hand Drive Vehicles)
13-5 Supplement & Transmitter for keyless entry system (Right-hand drive vehicles) – CONTINUED –...
Page 457: Receiver For Keyless Entry System
13-6 Supplement & Receiver for keyless entry system...
Page 458: Integrated Unit (Car Immobilizer)
13-7 Supplement & Integrated unit (car immobilizer) – CONTINUED –...
Page 459: Immobilizer
13-8 Supplement & Immobilizer 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 460: Lf Oscillator
13-9 Supplement & LF Oscillator 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.
Page 461: Index
Index...
Page 462 14-2 Index Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR) ... 1-15 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ........7-43 Warning light ..........3-34, 7-43 Accessories............5-2, 11-58 Battery ..............11-54 Accessory power outlet..........6-8 Jump starting ............9-9 Active head restraint............. 1-8 Replacement (Keyless access and start j ....2-23 Additional information for Europe .........
Page 463 14-3 Index Ventilation grille ............4-11 Cargo area Cover ..............6-11 Climate control system Light............... 6-2 Automatic ............... 4-5 Tie-down hooks ............. 6-16 Clock ................ 3-45 Catalytic converter ............8-3 Clutch Center Fluid ..............11-39 Console ..............6-5 Pedal ..............11-41 Ventilators ...............
Page 464 14-4 Index Double locking system..........2-29 Drive belts..............11-30 Flat tires ..............9-4 Driving Fluid level All-Wheel Drive vehicle ........3-37, 8-5 Automatic transmission ........ 11-32, 11-32 Car phone/cell phone ..........7 Brake..............11-38 Drinking ..............6 Clutch ..............11-39 Drugs ................
Page 465 14-5 Index LO position (Dual range MT vehicles) ....... 3-44 Hazard warning flasher ........... 3-8, 9-2 Rear fog..............3-45 Interlock function............ 2-27 Rear seatbelt (Australia models)....... 3-43 Head restraint adjustment ..........1-7 Selector lever position..........3-44 Rear..............1-11 Shift-up ..............3-44 Headlight SPORT mode ............
Page 466 14-6 Index When access key does not operate properly ..... 2-22 Manual Keyless start ............... 7-8 Mode ............7-28, 7-34 Starting engine ............7-13 Seat............... 1-3 Stopping engine............. 7-15 Transmission oil ........... 11-31 Switching power ............ 7-11 Transmission-5 speeds ........... 7-18 Keys ................
Page 467 14-7 Index Rear seat Parking Folding down ............1-10 Brake ..............7-51 Rear window Brake stroke............11-43 Defogger button ............. 3-61 Light switch ............3-55 Wiper and washer switch......... 3-60 Tips..............7-51 Wiper blades............11-52 Parking your vehicle ........... 7-51 Recommended Pcket................
Page 468 14-8 Index Map light.............. 11-68 Snowy and icy roads ........... 8-9 Rear combination light ........... 11-64 Spark plugs ............. 11-30 Trunk light............11-69 Specifications............. 12-2 Rocking the vehicle ............ 8-11 Speed limit, maximum torque and maximum power at rpm (Middle East models only) ........13-2 Roof rail..............
Page 469 14-9 Index Temporary spare tire ............ 9-2 Tie-down hooks ............9-13 Vanity mirror ............6-4, 6-4 Tire Vehicle Chains..............8-11 Identification ............12-16 Inspection ............11-43 Symbols ..............2 Pressures and wear ..........11-44 Vehicle Dynamics Control Replacement ............11-47 OFF indicator light ..........
Page 470 14-10 Index Warranties ..............1 Washing ..............10-2 Waxing and polishing ..........10-3 Wear indicators............11-46 Wheel Alignment.............. 12-9 Aluminum............. 11-48 Balance ............... 11-45 Replacement ............11-48 Windows..............2-32 Windshield Washer fluid ............11-49 Wiper and washer switches........3-58 Wiper blades ............11-51 Wiper deicer............
Page 471 Gas station reference & & Fuel Cold tire pressure See the label located under the driver’s door latch. ! Non-turbo models ! All models except 2.5-liter Middle East/Australia models Use only unleaded gasoline. The use of unleaded gasoline with 95 Octane or higher is recommended. If unleaded gasoline with 95 Octane or higher is not available, unleaded gasoline with 90 Octane or higher may be used.

Subaru Legacy Outback 2008 Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Front Seats

Seat Heater (if Equipped)

Rear Seats

Armrest (if Equipped)

Seatbelts

Front Seatbelt Pretensioners

Child Restraint Systems

SRS Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)

Keys and Doors

Keys

Immobilizer (if Equipped)

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 Only)

Power Windows

Child Safety Locks

Trunk Lid (Sedan)

Rear Gate (Station Wagon)

Sunroof (if Equipped)

Table of Contents

Ignition Switch (Vehicle Without Push- Button Start System)

Push-Button Ignition Switch (Vehicle with Push-Button Start System)

Hazard Warning Flasher

Meters and Gauges (Vehicle with SI-DRIVE)

Multi-Information Display

Meters and Gauges (Vehicle Without SI-DRIVE)

Warning and Indicator Lights

Clock (if Equipped)

Information Display (if Equipped)

Light Control Switch

Illumination Brightness Control

Turn Signal Lever

Headlight Beam Leveler (if Equipped)

Parking Light Switch

Fog Light Switch

Wiper and Washer

Windshield Wiper Deicer (if Equipped)

Rear Window Defogger Button

Headlight Washer (if Equipped)

Mirrors

Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel

Horn

Climate Control

Ventilator

Automatic Climate Control System

Operating Tips for Heater and Air Conditioner

Air Filtration System (if Equipped)

Audio

Antenna System

Installation of Accessories

Audio Set

Power and Sound Controls (Type A, B and C Audio)

Power and Sound Controls (Mcintosh Audio)

Radio Operation (Type a Audio)

Radio Operation (Type B and C Audio)

Radio Operation (Mcintosh Audio)

CD Player Operation (Type A, B and C Audio)

CD Player Operation (Mcintosh Audio)

AUX Unit Operation (Dealer Option)

Audio Control Buttons (if Equipped)

Precautions to Observe When Handling a Compact Disc

Interior Equipment

Quick Links

Chapters

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