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Quick Guide WRX STI 2020 Love. It’s what makes a Subaru, a Subaru.
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Specific combinations of equipment or features may vary from time to time, and by geographic area. Subaru of America, Inc. reserves the right to change or discontinue at any time, without notice:...
TABLE OF CONTENTS PURPOSE OF THIS GUIDE ENTRY AND EXIT INSTRUMENT PANEL GETTING COMFORTABLE CONTROLS GAUGES AND WARNING LIGHTS OPERATING THE VEHICLE REFUELING PASSENGER/CARGO AREAS ENGINE COMPARTMENT ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS INDEX...
Congratulations on choosing a Subaru vehicle! This Quick Guide is designed to provide information on the basic operation and key features of your Subaru vehicle. The Quick Guide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner’s Manual. We strongly encourage you to review the entire Owner’s Manual to ensure complete understanding.
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TOWING YOUR ALL-WHEEL DRIVE SUBARU Since Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive distributes power to all four wheels, improper towing may damage your AWD system. The best way to tow your Subaru is with a flatbed truck by your Subaru Retailer or a commercial towing service.
• Pressing this button three times (within five seconds) will activate the vehicle finder function. If you are within 30 feet of your Subaru, the horn will sound once, and the hazard warning flashers will flash three times. Unlock/Disarm •...
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KEYLESS ACCESS WITH PUSH BUTTON START (if equipped) Your Subaru allows for customizing of the door unlock settings. The default setting is when you unlock the vehicle, only the driver’s door. If preferred, you can set the vehicle to unlock all doors.
GETTING COMFORTABLE SEATING Manual Seats Forward/Backward: Pull the lever below the seat up and slide the seat forward or backward. Release the lever and make sure the seat is locked into place. Seat Height (Driver’s Seat): Pulling up or pushing down on the lever will raise or lower the seat cushion.
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GETTING COMFORTABLE Head Restraint Adjustment Pull the head restraint up to raise it. To lower it, push it down while pressing the release button on the top of the seatback. Each head restraint should be adjusted so that the center of the head restraint is closest to the top of the occupant’s ears.
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Please see the Owner’s Manual for programming instructions or visit www.subaru.com/homelink to view a how-to video. ® NOTE: HomeLink 5 may not be compatible with some older door...
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GETTING COMFORTABLE POWER WINDOWS To open or close a window, partially press or pull up the corresponding switch and hold. The front windows have a one-touch auto up/down function. Fully press down or pull up and release to automatically open or close the window.
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GETTING COMFORTABLE CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM Automatic Climate Control (WRX Only) Set your desired temperature and let the system automatically make the adjustments for you. At any time, you can manually take control of the climate settings. Operation in Automatic Mode Automatic Control Button: This system automatically controls all of the climate system except defogging.
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Operation in Manual Mode Recirculated/Outside Air Button: Press this button to prevent outside air from entering your Subaru. Press the button again to allow outside air into your Subaru. NOTE: To prevent windshield fogging, do not remain in the recirculated mode for an extended period of time.
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Operation in Manual Mode Recirculated/Outside Air Button: Press this to prevent outside air from entering your Subaru. Press the button again to allow outside air into your Subaru. NOTE: To prevent windshield fogging, do not remain in the recirculated mode for an extended...
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GETTING COMFORTABLE Fan Speed Control Dial: Turn the fan speed control dial to increase or decrease fan speed. Airflow Mode Selection Button: Press the button to select the desired airflow mode. The selected mode – ventilation, bi-level, feet or feet-defrost – is shown on the display. ICON MODE FUNCTION...
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Subaru. Press the “Source” button located on the steering wheel or the “Media” button on the Touchscreen to select the auxiliary mode. For more information, please refer to the SUBARU STARLINK™...
CONTROLS AUDIO CONTROLS For additional information, please refer to the SUBARU STARLINK™ Owner’s Manual. Volume Toggle Presets/Track Mute Source Voice Recognition CRUISE CONTROL (if equipped) For additional information, please refer to the ® EyeSight Owner’s Manual. RES/+ Switch SET/— Switch...
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CONTROLS ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (if equipped) For additional information, please refer to the ® EyeSight Owner’s Manual. RES/+ Switch SET/— Switch Lane Departure Distance Control Cruise Control On/Off Switch I/SET SWITCH Use the controls to display and change selected items in the Combination Meter Display (CMD).
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CONTROLS High Beams: Push the lever forward to change from low beam to high beam. Pull the lever back to center to return to low beam. If equipped, this also activates the High Beam Assist (HBA) system. Fog Lights: If equipped, rotate the dial to turn on the fog lights. Illumination Brightness While the light switch is on, rotating the dial on the instrument panel upward will make the...
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CONTROLS WINDSHIELD WIPERS To turn on the wipers, press the wiper control lever down one position for intermittent, two positions for low speed, or three positions for high speed. To turn the wipers off, return the lever to the “OFF” position. For a single wipe, move the lever up one position.
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SUBARU STARLINK™ Safety and Security Owner’s Manual or the SUBARU STARLINK™ Quick Guide. Enhanced Roadside Assistance: Press the “i” button to connect with a SUBARU STARLINK™ Roadside Assistance Provider (Subscription required). Press and hold the button for about two seconds to cancel the call. See your STARLINK Quick Guide for more information.
GAUGES AND WARNING LIGHTS GAUGES Tachometer Trip meter and odometer Combination Meter Display (CMD) Select lever/gear position indicator Speedometer Engine coolant temperature gauge Fuel gauge WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS Red lights indicate immediate attention is required. Some examples are: Seatbelt Door Brake system warning...
OPERATING THE VEHICLE IGNITION SWITCH The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK: You can only insert or remove the key in this position. ACC (Accessory): Provides power to the radio and accessory power outlets. ON: All electric systems are available. The key returns to this position after starting the engine.
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OPERATING THE VEHICLE DRIVING THE VEHICLE 6-Speed Manual Transmission This manual transmission is a fully synchronised 6-forward and 1-reverse speed transmission. Before you can shift into reverse gear, you must raise the slider ring and hold it in that position. Only pull the slider ring up when shifting into reverse gear.
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SI-Drive Subaru Intelligent Drive (SI-Drive) SI-Drive has 3 modes; Intelligent (I), Sport (S) and Sport Sharp (S#). Each mode is designed for different types of driving: • Intelligent: The Intelligent (I) mode provides well balanced performance with greater fuel efficiency and smooth driveability without stress.
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OPERATING THE VEHICLE • Sport Sharp: For sports-minded drivers, the Sport Sharp (S#) mode offers an exhilarating level of engine performance and control. The throttle becomes more responsive regardless of the engine speed. Delivering maximum driving enjoyment, this mode is ideal for driving on twisting roads and for merging or overtaking other vehicles on the freeway with confidence.
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OPERATING THE VEHICLE Driver Control Center Differential (DCCD) (WRX STI only) This electronically controlled system adjusts the power-distribution ratio between the front and rear wheels. The system is designed to provide optimum differential control for improved vehicle cornering, stability, and handling control to suit driving and road surface conditions.
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The indicator in the combination meter will illuminate. While your Subaru is being held by this function, the operation indicator in the combination meter will illuminate. The function is canceled when you depress the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal.
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2. Move the select lever to the “P” position. 3. Turn the ignition switch to “OFF”. NOTE: The windows will remain active for about 45 seconds and the SUBARU STARLINK™ Multimedia system will remain on for about three minutes or until a door is opened, whichever occurs first.
REFUELING FUEL FILLER LID The fuel filler lid release is located on the floor to the left of the driver’s seat. To open the fuel filler lid, pull the fuel filler lever up and release. The fuel filler lid is located toward the rear of the passenger side.
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REFUELING FUEL CAPACITY 15.9 US gallons The low fuel warning light illuminates when the tank is nearly empty, at approximately 2.6 US gallons.
PASSENGER/CARGO AREAS FOLDING THE REAR SEATS Lower the headrests, then pull up on the release knob on the seat side that you want to fold down. To return the seatback to its original position, raise the seatback until it locks into place, making sure that it is securely locked, you should not be able to see the red on the release knob.
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PASSENGER/CARGO AREAS LATCH/ANCHOR Your Subaru is equipped with Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH). For maximum safety, first carefully read the LATCH system instructions from the device manufacturer, as well as the installation instructions in your Owner’s Manual, to properly install the LATCH compatible restraint system.
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PASSENGER/CARGO AREAS SPARE TIRE AND JACK A jack and other maintenance tools are stored in the tool bucket in the center of the spare tire, located under the trunk floor.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.0 L ENGINE (WRX) Brake Fluid Reservoir Engine Coolant Reservoir Main Fuse Box Radiator Cap Battery Engine Oil Dipstick Windshield Washer Tank Air Cleaner Element Engine Oil Filler Cap...
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.5 L ENGINE (WRX STI) Brake Fluid Reservoir Engine Coolant Reservoir Main Fuse Box Radiator Cap Battery Engine Oil Dipstick Windshield Washer Tank Air Cleaner Element Engine Oil Filler Cap Power Steering Fluid Reservoir...
ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS NEW VEHICLE BREAK-IN The performance and long life of your Subaru are dependent on how you handle and care for your Subaru while it is new. Follow these instructions during the first 1,000 miles: • Do not race the engine.