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 types of the Legacy series. 1) Legacy 2) Outback...
Page 4: Seat, Seatbelt And Srs Airbags
Warranties & Warranties for U.S.A. All SUBARU vehicles distributed by Subaru of America, Inc. and sold at retail by an authorized SUBARU dealer in the United States come with the following warranties: . SUBARU Limited Warranty . Emission Control Systems Warranty .
Page 5: Specifications
Please read these safety warnings as well as all other portions of this manual care- fully in order to gain a better understand- ing of how to use your SUBARU vehicle safely. WARNING A WARNING indicates a situation in which serious injury or death could result if the warning is ignored.
Page 6: Vehicle Symbols
Limited slip differential Malfunction indicator lamp Methylcyclopentadienyl man- ganese tricarbonyl Manual transmission On-board diagnostics SI-DRIVE SUBARU Intelligent Drive Supplemental restraint sys- Tire identification number Tire pressure monitoring sys- TPMS Vehicle dynamics control Vehicle symbols There are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Page 7: Seatbelt And Srs Airbag
Mark Name Illumination brightness Engine hood Trunk lid (Legacy) Fan speed Instrument panel outlets Instrument panel outlets and foot outlets Foot outlets Windshield defroster and foot outlets Windshield defroster Rear window defogger/Out- side mirror defogger/Wind- shield wiper deicer Air recirculation Mark Name Engine oil...
Page 8 . The SRS airbags deploy with considerable speed and force. Occupants who are out of proper position when the SRS airbag deploys could suffer very serious injuries. Because the SRS airbag needs enough space for deploy- ment, the driver should always sit upright and well back in the seat as far from the steering wheel as practical while still...
Page 9: Drinking And Driving
They could accidentally injure themselves or others through inadvertent operation of the ve- hicle. Also, on hot or sunny days, the temperature in a closed ve- hicle could quickly become high enough to cause severe or pos- sibly fatal injuries. .
Page 10 Please don’t drink and drive. Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents. Since alco- hol affects all people differently, you may have consumed too much alcohol to drive safely even if the level of alcohol in your blood is below the legal limit.
Page 11: California Proposition 65
& Modification of your vehicle CAUTION Your vehicle should not be modified other than with genuine SUBARU parts and accessories. Other types of modifications could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or...
Page 12: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Keys and doors Instruments and controls Climate control Audio Interior equipment Starting and operating Driving tips In case of emergency Appearance care Maintenance and service Specifications Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Index...
Page 13 Illustrated index & Exterior Engine hood lock release (page 11-7) Headlight switch (page 3-28) Bulb replacement (page 11-49) Wiper switch (page 3-32) Moonroof (page 2-28) Roof rail (page 8-14) Door locks (page 2-4) Tire pressure (page 11-36) Flat tires (page 9-6) 10) Fog light switch (page 3-30) 11) Tie-down hooks (page 9-13) 12) Towing hook (page 9-12)
Page 14 Rear window defogger button (page 3-34) Fuel filler lid and cap (page 7-3) Child safety locks (page 2-20) Towing hook (page 9-12) Tie-down hooks (page 9-13) Trunk lid (page 2-24) Rear gate (page 2-26) Bulb replacement (page 11-53) Rear wiper switch (page 3-34) –...
Page 15 & Interior ! Passenger compartment area Lower anchorages for child restraint system (page 1-33) Seatbelt (page 1-12) Center console (page 6-6) Front seat (page 1-2) Rear seat (page 1-7)
Page 16 Top tether anchorages (page 1-36) Cargo area light (page 6-3) Rear center seatbelt (page 1-18) Cargo area cover (page 6-15) – CONTINUED –...
Page 17 Shift lever (MT) (page 7-16)/Select lever (AT and CVT) (page 7-19) Climate control (page 4-1) Audio (page 5-1) Navigation system (Refer to the Owner’s Manual supplement for the navigation system) Multi function display (page 3-25) Glove box (page 6-6) Cup holder (page 6-8)
Page 18 & Instrument panel Door locks (page 2-4) Electronic parking brake switch (page 7-34) Hill Holder switch (page 7-36) Trunk lid opener switch (page 2-24) Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch (page 7-31) Remote control mirror switch (page 3-51) Illumination brightness control (page 3-30) Light control switch (page 3-27) Audio control buttons (page 5-31)
Page 19 & Light control and wiper control levers/switches Windshield wiper (page 3-31) Mist (page 3-32) Windshield washer (page 3-33) Rear window wiper and washer switch (page 3-34) Wiper intermittent time control switch (page 3-33) Wiper control lever (page 3-32) Light control switch (page 3-27) Front fog light switch (page 3-30) Headlight ON/OFF/AUTO (page 3-28) 10) Headlight flasher High/Low beam...
Page 20 & Combination meter ! U.S.-spec. models Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob (page 3-6) Tachometer (page 3-7) Trip meter and odometer (page 3-6) Speedometer (page 3-6) Multi function display switching knob (page 3-25) Fuel gauge (page 3-7) Coolant temperature warning/indicator light (page 3-13) ECO gauge (page 3-8)
Page 21 ! Canada-spec. models Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob (page 3-6) Tachometer (page 3-7) Trip meter and odometer (page 3-6) Speedometer (page 3-6) Multi function display switching knob (page 3-25) Fuel gauge (page 3-7) Coolant temperature warning/indicator light (page 3-13) ECO gauge (page 3-8)
Page 22: Warning And Indicator Lights
& Warning and indicator lights Mark Name Page Seatbelt warning light 3-10 Front passenger’s 3-10 seatbelt warning light SRS airbag system 3-11 warning light CHECK ENGINE warn- ing light/Malfunction in- 3-12 dicator lamp Coolant temperature low indicator light/Cool- 3-13 ant temperature high warning light Charge warning light 3-14...
Page 23 Function settings A SUBARU dealer can change the settings of the functions shown in the following table to meet your personal requirements. Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer for details. Item Function Alarm system Alarm system Monitoring start delay time (after closure...
Page 24 1-12 Models with SRS airbags and lap/shoulder 1-14 restraints for driver, front passenger, and window-side rear passengers... 1-14 SUBARU advanced frontal airbag system ... 1-14 SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag... 1-15 SRS airbag system monitors... 1-22 SRS airbag system servicing ...
Page 25: Front Seats
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Front seats WARNING . Never adjust the seat while driv- ing to avoid the possibility of loss of vehicle control and of personal injury. . Before adjusting the seat, make sure the hands and feet of rear seat passengers or cargo are clear of the adjusting mechan- ism.
Page 26: Manual Seat
for the child’s age, height and weight. Secure ALL types of child restraint devices (including forward facing child seats) in the REAR seats at all times. NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FA- CING CHILD SEAT IN THE FRONT SEAT. DOING SO RISKS SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD BY PLACING THE CHILD’S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG.
Page 27: Power Seat (If Equipped)
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Pull the reclining lever up and adjust the seatback to the desired position. Then release the lever and make sure the seatback is securely locked into place. The seatback placed in a reclined position can spring back upward with force when the lever is pulled.
Page 28 ! Driver’s seat Seat position forward/backward con- trol switch To adjust the seat forward or backward, move the control switch forward or backward. During forward/backward ad- justment of the seat, you cannot adjust the seat cushion angle or seat cushion height.
Page 29: Head Restraint Adjustment
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Head restraint adjustment Head restraint Release button Both the driver’s seat and the front passenger’s seat are equipped with head restraints. The head restraint should be adjusted so that the center of the head restraint is closest to the top of the occupant’s ears.
Page 30: Rear Seats
The seat heater operates when the igni- tion switch is either in the “Acc” or “ON” position. To turn on the seat heater, press the “LOW” or “HIGH” position on the switch, as desired, depending on the tempera- ture. Selecting the “HIGH” position will cause the seat to heat up quicker.
Page 31: Reclining The Seatback (Outback)
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags WARNING Never stack luggage or other cargo higher than the top of the seatback because it could tumble forward and injure passengers in the event of a sudden stop or accident. & Reclining the seatback (Out- back) WARNING To prevent the passenger from slid-...
Page 32: Folding Down The Rear Seatback
& Folding down the rear seat- back WARNING . After returning the rear seat to its original position, be certain to place all of the seatbelts and the tab attached to the seat cushion above the seat cushion. And make certain that the shoulder belts are fully visible.
Page 33: Head Restraint Adjustment
1-10 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! Outback Unlock the seatback by pulling the release lever and then fold the seatback down. To return the seatback to its original position, raise the seatback until it locks into place and make sure that it is securely locked.
Page 34 that the center of the head restraint is closest to the top of the occupant’s ears. When the seats are not occupied, lower the head restraints to improve rearward visibility. NOTE For Legacy, it is not possible to remove or install the head restraint without folding down the rear seatback.
Page 35: Armrest
1-12 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags extended position. When the rear center seating position is not occupied, lower the head restraint to improve rearward visibi- lity. Armrest To lower the armrest, pull on the top edge of the armrest. WARNING To avoid the possibility of serious injury, passengers must never be allowed to sit on the center armrest...
Page 36 . Put children in the rear seat properly restrained at all times. The SRS airbag deploys with considerable speed and force and can injure or even kill chil- dren, especially if they are not restrained or improperly re- strained. Because children are lighter and weaker than adults, their risk of being injured from deployment is greater.
Page 37: Emergency Locking Retractor (Elr)
Have the device inspected and, if necessary, repaired by the nearest SUBARU deal- Your vehicle is equipped with a seatbelt warning device at the driver’s and front passenger’s seat, as required by current...
Page 38: Fastening The Seatbelt
For further details about canceling the warning operation, please contact your SUBARU dealer. If there is no passenger on the front passenger’s seat, the seatbelt warning device for the front passenger’s seat will be deactivated.
Page 39 1-16 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags . Seatbelts provide maximum re- straint when the occupant sits well back and upright in the seat. To reduce the risk of sliding under the seatbelt in a collision, the front seatbacks should be always used in the upright posi- tion while the vehicle is running.
Page 40 until you hear a click. 5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt. 6. Place the lap belt as low as possible on your hips, not on your waist. ! Adjusting the front seat shoulder belt anchor height The shoulder belt anchor height should be adjusted to the position best suited for the...
Page 41 1-18 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! Rear seatbelts (except rear center seatbelt on Outback) 1. Sit well back in the seat. 2. Pick up the tongue plate and pull the belt out slowly. Do not let it get twisted. If the belt stops before reaching the buckle, return the belt slightly and pull it out more slowly.
Page 42 WARNING Fastening the seatbelt with the web- bing twisted can increase the risk or severity of injury in an accident. When fastening the belt after it is pulled out from the retractor, espe- cially when inserting the connec- tor’s tongue plate into the mating buckle (on right-hand side), always check that the webbing is not twisted.
Page 43 1-20 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 2. Pull out the seatbelt slowly from the retractor. 3. After confirming that the webbing is not twisted, insert the connector (tongue) attached at the webbing end into the buckle on the right-hand side until a click is heard.
Page 44 ! Unfastening the seatbelt Push the release button of the center seatbelt buckle (on the left-hand side) to unfasten the seatbelt. 1. Insert a key or other hard pointed object into the slot in the connector (buckle) on the right-hand side and push it in, and the connector (tongue) plate will disconnect from the buckle.
Page 45: Seatbelt Maintenance
1-22 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags CAUTION . Do not allow the retractor to roll up the seatbelt too quickly. Otherwise, the metal tongue plates may hit against the trim, resulting in damaged trim. . Have the seatbelt fully rolled up so that the tongue plates are neatly stored.
Page 46: System Monitors
SUBARU dealer. When replacing seat- belt retractor assemblies, use only genuine SUBARU parts. . If either front seatbelt does not...
Page 47: System Servicing
SRS airbag system. Immediately take your vehi- cle to your nearest SUBARU dealer to have the system checked. Unless checked and properly repaired, the seatbelt pretensioners and/or SRS airbags will operate improperly (e.g.
Page 48: Precautions Against Vehicle Modification
SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. & Precautions against vehicle modification Always consult your SUBARU dealer if you want to install any accessory parts to your vehicle. CAUTION Do not perform any of the following modifications.
Page 49 1-26 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags tether anchorages (LATCH)” F1-33). Children could be endangered in an accident if their child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle. When installing the child restraint system, care- fully follow the manufacturer’s instructions. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front...
Page 50: Where To Place A Child Restraint System
& Where to place a child re- straint system The following descriptions are SUBARU’s recommendations on where to place a child restraint system in your vehicle. A: Front passenger’s seat You should not install a child restraint system (including a booster seat) due to the hazard to children posed by the passenger’s airbag.
Page 51: Choosing A Child Restraint System
1-28 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags WARNING S I N C E Y O U R V E H I C L E EQUIPPED WITH A PASSENGER’S SRS AIRBAG, DO NOT INSTALL A R E A R W A R D FA C I N G C H I L D SAFETY SEAT IN THE FRONT PAS- SENGER’S SEAT.
Page 52 CAUTION When you install a child restraint system, follow the manufacturer’s instructions supplied with it. After installing the child restraint system, check to ensure that it is held securely in position. If it is not held tight and secure, the danger of your child suffering personal injury in the event of an accident may be in- creased.
Page 53 1-30 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 8. To remove the child restraint system, press the release button on the seatbelt buckle and allow the belt to retract completely. The belt will return to the ELR mode. WARNING NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FA- CING CHILD SEAT IN THE FRONT PASSENGER’S SEAT.
Page 54 6. Before seating a child in the child restraint system, try to move it back and forth and left and right to verify that it is firmly secured in the center of the seat. Sometimes a child restraint can be more firmly secured by pushing it down into the seat cushion and then tightening the seatbelt.
Page 55: Installing A Booster Seat
1-32 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Installing a booster seat WARNING . Child restraint systems and seat- belts can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check the child restraint system before you place a child in it.
Page 56: Installation Of Child Restraint Systems By Use Of Lower And Tether Anchorages (Latch)
. Never place the shoulder belt under the child’s arm or behind the child’s back. If an accident occurs, this can increase the risk or severity of injury to the child. . The seatbelt should fit snugly in order to provide full restraint. Loose fitting belts are not as effective in preventing or redu- cing injury.
Page 57 1-34 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Your vehicle is equipped with four lower anchorages (bars) and three upper an- chorages (tether anchorages) for accom- modating such child restraint systems. The lower anchorages (bars) are used for installing a child restraint system only on the rear seat window-side seating posi- tions.
Page 58 rear seat seatbacks. These marks indicate the positions of the lower anchorages (bars). Each lower anchorage is located behind the cover of seatback bottom. CAUTION When you install a child restraint system, follow the manufacturer’s instructions supplied with it. After installing the child restraint system, check to ensure that it is held securely in position.
Page 59: Top Tether Anchorages
If you have any question concerning this type of child restraint system, ask your SUBARU dealer. & Top tether anchorages Your vehicle is equipped with three top tether anchorages so that a child restraint system having a top tether can be installed in the rear seat.
Page 60 ! To hook the top tether CAUTION Always remove the head restraint when mounting a child restraint system with a top tether. Failure to do so may prevent the top tether from being fastened tightly. ! Legacy 1. Fold down the rear seatback for the window side seating position.
Page 61: Srs Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
1-38 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1. Remove the head restraint at the seating position where the child restraint system has been installed with the seat- belt or lower anchorages; lift up the head restraint while pressing the release button. Store the head restraint in the cargo area.
Page 62 gers) These SRS airbags are designed only as a supplement to the primary protec- tion provided by the seatbelt. The system also controls front seatbelt pretensioners. For operation instructions and precautions concerning the seatbelt pretensioner, refer to “Front seatbelt pre- tensioners”...
Page 63 1-40 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags WARNING . Put children in the rear seat properly restrained at all times. The SRS airbag deploys with considerable speed and force and can injure or even kill chil- dren, especially if they are not restrained or improperly re- strained.
Page 64 ! Components Front sub sensor (right-hand side) Front sub sensor (left-hand side) SRS airbag system warning light Frontal airbag module (driver’s side) Front passenger’s frontal airbag ON and OFF indicator Frontal airbag module (front passenger’s side) 1-41 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Airbag control module (including impact sensor [all models] and rollover sensor [Outback])
Page 65 1-42 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags...
Page 66: Subaru Advanced Frontal Airbag System
15) Front door impact sensor (right-hand side) & SUBARU advanced frontal airbag system Your vehicle is equipped with a SUBARU advanced frontal airbag system that com- plies with the new advanced frontal airbag requirements in the amended Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No.
Page 67 1-44 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags THE CHILD BY PLACING THE CHILD’S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG. WARNING Never allow a child to stand up, or to kneel on the front passenger’s seat. The SRS airbag deploys with con- siderable force and can injure or even kill the child.
Page 68 SRS frontal airbag even when the driver’s SRS frontal airbag deploys. This is normal. Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may prevent the SUBARU advanced frontal airbag system from functioning correctly or cause the system to fail.
Page 69 . Do not remove or disassemble the front passenger’s seat. . Do not install any accessory (such as an audio amplifier) other than a genuine SUBARU accessory under the front pas- senger’s seat. . Do not place anything (shoes, umbrel- la, etc.) under the front passenger’s seat.
Page 70 SRS frontal airbag determined by the SUBARU ad- vanced frontal airbag system monitoring. If the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag is activated, the passenger’s frontal airbag ON indicator will illuminate while the OFF indicator will remain off.
Page 71 OFF indicator turns off after taking relevant corrective actions de- scribed above, relocate the child restraint system to the rear seat and immediately contact your SUBARU dealer for an inspection. NOTE When a child who has outgrown a child restraint system or a small adult is seated in the front passenger’s seat,...
Page 72 SUBARU advanced air- 1-49 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags bag system. If you have any questions,...
Page 73 1-50 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags in such an area, please contact the SUBARU distributor or dealer from which you bought your vehicle. ! Operation Driver’s side Passenger’s side The SRS airbag can function only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.
Page 74 components can be very hot as a result of deployment. The driver’s SRS frontal airbag and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag are de- signed to deploy in the event of an accident involving a moderate to severe frontal collision. It is basically not designed to deploy in lesser frontal impacts be- cause the necessary protection can be achieved by the seatbelt alone.
Page 75: Seat, Seatbelt And Srs Airbags
1-52 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags both driver’s and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbags may be activated when the vehicle sustains a hard impact in the undercarriage area from the road surface (such as when the vehicle plunges into a deep ditch, is severely impacted or knocked hard against an obstacle on the road such as a curb).
Page 76 ! Examples of the types of accidents in which deployment of the driver’s/driver’s and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag(s) is unlikely to occur. 1-53 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags The vehicle strikes an object, such as a telephone pole or sign pole. The vehicle slides under the load bed of a truck.
Page 77: Srs Side Airbag And Srs Curtain Airbag
WARNING If the vehicle is damaged in an accident but the SRS frontal airbag does not deploy, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possi- ble. & SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag The SRS side airbag is stored in the door side of each front seat seatback, which bears an “SRS AIRBAG”...
Page 78 window and supplements the seatbelt by reducing the impact on the occupant’s head. In the event of a rollover, for Outback models, the SRS curtain airbags on both sides of the vehicle deploy between the occupant and the side window and sup- plement the seatbelt by reducing the impact to the occupant’s head.
Page 79 1-56 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags WARNING Do not rest your arm on either front door or its internal trim. It could be injured in the event of SRS side airbag deployment. WARNING . Never allow a child to kneel on the front passenger’s seat facing the side window or wrap his/her arms around the front seat seat-...
Page 80 WARNING . Do not attach accessories to the door trim or near either SRS side airbags and do not place objects near the SRS side airbags. In the event of the SRS side airbag deployment, they could be pro- pelled dangerously toward the vehicle’s occupants and cause injuries.
Page 81 1-58 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags front seat’s occupant. ! Operation The SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag can function only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. The driver’s and front passenger’s SRS side airbags and SRS curtain airbags deploy independently of each other be- cause each has its own impact sensor.
Page 82 deployment. After deployment, do not touch any part of the SRS curtain airbag system (from the front pillar to the part of the roof side over the rear seat). Doing so can cause burns because the components can be very hot as a result of deployment. The SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag are designed to deploy in the event of an accident involving a moderate to...
Page 83 1-60 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Outback models The vehicle is involved in a severe side impact near the front seat or the rear seat. The vehicle rolls onto its side or the roof. The angle of vehicle tip-up is marginal or the skidding vehicle’s tires hit a curb- stone laterally.
Page 84 ! Examples of the types of accidents in which it is possible that the SRS side airbag and the SRS curtain airbag will deploy (Outback). 1-61 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Hitting a curb, edge of pavement or hard surface Falling into or jumping over a deep hole Landing hard or vehicle falling It is possible that the SRS side and curtain...
Page 85 1-62 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS side airbag is unlikely to deploy. The vehicle is involved in an oblique side-on impact. The vehicle is involved in a side-on impact in an area outside the vicinity of the passenger compartment.
Page 86 ! Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS curtain airbag is unlikely to deploy. Legacy models 1-63 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags The vehicle is involved in an oblique side-on impact. The vehicle is involved in a side-on impact in an area outside the vicinity of the passenger compartment.
Page 87 1-64 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Outback models The vehicle is involved in an oblique side-on impact. The vehicle is involved in a side-on impact in an area outside the vicinity of the passenger compartment. The vehicle strikes a telephone pole or similar object.
Page 88: Srs Airbag System Monitors
! Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag will basically not deploy. The vehicle is involved in frontal collision with another vehicle (moving or station- ary). The vehicle is struck from behind. The vehicle pitches end over end.
Page 89: Srs Airbag System Servicing
SRS airbag system. Immediately take your vehi- cle to your nearest SUBARU dealer to have the system checked. Unless checked and properly repaired, the seatbelt pretensioners and/or SRS airbags will operate improperly (e.g.
Page 90: Precautions Against Vehicle Modification
CAUTION If you need service or repair in areas indicated in the following list, have the work performed by an author- ized SUBARU dealer. The SRS air- bag control module, impact sensors and airbag modules are stored in these areas.
Page 91 Manual. . Attachment of any equipment (side steps or side sill protectors, etc.) other than genuine SUBARU accessory parts to the side body. Always consult your SUBARU dealer if you want to install any accessory parts on your vehicle.
Page 92 Keys ... Key number ... Immobilizer ... Security ID plate... Security indicator light ... Key replacement ... Door locks ... Locking and unlocking from the outside ... Locking and unlocking from the inside ... Battery drainage prevention function ... Power door locking switches ... Key lock-in prevention function ...
Page 93: Keys And Doors
Keys and doors Keys Master key Submaster key Valet key Key number plate Security ID plate Three types of keys are provided for your vehicle: Master key, submaster key and valet key. The master key and submaster key fit all locks on your vehicle.
Page 94: Immobilizer
Immobilizer The immobilizer system is designed to prevent an unauthorized person from starting the engine. Only keys registered with your vehicle’s immobilizer system can be used to operate your vehicle. Even if an unregistered key fits into the ignition switch and can be turned to the “START” position, the engine will automatically stop after several seconds.
Page 95: Security Indicator Light
If the security indicator light does not flash, the immobilizer system may be malfunc- tioning. If this occurs, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. In case an unauthorized key is used (e.g. an imitation key), the security indicator light illuminates.
Page 96: Locking And Unlocking From The Inside
Locking without the key Rotate the lock lever rearward. Close the door. To lock the door from the outside without the key, rotate the lock lever rearward and then close the door. Locking without the key Press the front side of the power door locking switch.
Page 97: Battery Drainage Prevention Function
The operational/non-operational setting of this function can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer if you would like to change the setting. NOTE . The factory setting (default setting) for this function is set as “operational”.
Page 98: Power Door Locking Switches
This function’s operational/non-opera- tional setting can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact a SUBARU dealer for details. Keys and doors NOTE . The factory setting (default setting) for this function is set as “operational”.
Page 99: Remote Keyless Entry System
Keys and doors Remote keyless entry system CAUTION . Do not expose the remote trans- mitter to severe shocks, such as those experienced as a result of dropping or throwing. . Do not take the remote transmit- ter apart except when replacing the battery.
Page 100: Locking The Doors
& Locking the doors Press the “ ” button to lock all doors and rear gate (Outback). An electronic chirp will sound once and the turn signal lights will flash once. If any of the doors (or the rear gate/trunk lid) is not fully closed, an electronic chirp will sound five times and the turn signal lights will flash five times to alert you that...
Page 101: Unlocking The Rear Gate (Outback)
5. Open and close the driver’s door within 10 seconds after performing step 4. 6. To indicate completion of the setting, the turn signal lights flash 3 times and the chirp sounds 3 times. You may have the above procedure performed by your SUBARU dealer.
Page 102: Replacing The Battery
Replace the battery as soon as possible. The battery can be replaced by your authorized SUBARU dealer. If you replace the battery by yourself, use utmost care that no dust, oil or water enters the transmitter.
Page 103: Replacing Lost Transmitters
2-12 Keys and doors Negative (−) side facing up 5. Replace the old battery with a new battery (Type CR1620 or equivalent) making sure to install the new battery with the negative (−) side facing up. 6. Put together the transmitter case by fitting the hooks on the case.
Page 104 sary to program the transmitter’s code (identification number) into the system. A tag showing the code is affixed to the key unit, and another is affixed to the circuit board inside the transmitter. If there is no tag, open the transmitter case and make a note of the eight-digit number.
Page 105 2-14 Keys and doors NOTE . The electronic tone will stop sound- ing when you start entering the num- ber. . If you do not start entering the number using the lock switch before the electronic tone stops sounding, an error will occur.
Page 106: Alarm System
You can set the system for deactivation yourself or have it done by your SUBARU dealer. & System alarm operation The alarm system will give the following alarms when triggered: .
Page 107: Activating And Deactivating The Alarm System
The map lights and dome light notification is deactivated as the fac- tory setting. Refer to “Function set- tings” F20. A SUBARU dealer can activate the system. Contact your SUBARU dealer for details. & Activating and deactivating the alarm system To change the setting of your vehicle’s...
Page 108 . The 30-second standby time can be eliminated if you prefer. Have it per- formed by your SUBARU dealer. . If your vehicle is a Legacy and you open the trunk using the remote trans- mitter’s “...
Page 109: Disarming The System
DOORS MUST BE MANUALLY LOCKED. ! To enter the passive mode If you wish to program the passive arming mode, have it done by your SUBARU dealer. ! Arming the system CAUTION In passive mode, the system will...
Page 110: Tripped Sensor Identification
30 seconds. If you desire, your SUBARU dealer can connect them and set them for activation or deactivation. NOTE . The shock sensors are not always...
Page 111: Child Safety Locks
2-20 Keys and doors Child safety locks WARNING Always turn the child safety locks to the “LOCK” position when children sit on the rear seat. Serious injury could result if a child accidentally opens the door and falls out. Each rear door has a child safety lock that prevents the door from being opened even if the inside door handle is pulled.
Page 112: Power Window Operation By Driver
& Power window operation by driver ! Driver’s side power window switches Lock switch For driver’s window For front passenger’s window For rear left passenger’s window For rear right passenger’s window All door windows can be controlled by the power window switch cluster at the driver side door.
Page 113 2-22 Keys and doors NOTE . If a window detects an impact simi- lar to that caused by trapping an object (for example, when the vehicle encoun- ters a deep pothole), the anti-entrap- ment function may operate. . The window cannot be operated for a few seconds after the anti-entrap- ment function operates.
Page 114: Power Window Operation By Passengers
& Power window operation by passengers ! Passenger’s side power window switches Each passenger window can be controlled by the power window switch located on the door. ! Operating the windows To open: Press the switch down and hold it until the window reaches the desired position.
Page 115: Trunk Lid (Legacy)
2-24 Keys and doors Trunk lid (Legacy) WARNING . To prevent dangerous exhaust gas from entering the vehicle, always keep the trunk lid closed while driving. . Help prevent children, adults or animals from locking themselves in the trunk. On hot or sunny days, the temperature in the trunk could quickly become high enough to cause death or serious...
Page 116: Internal Trunk Lid Release Handle
& Internal trunk lid release handle The internal trunk lid release handle is a device designed to open the trunk lid from inside the trunk. In the event children or adults become locked inside the trunk, the handle allows them to open the lid. The handle is located on the inside of the trunk lid.
Page 117: Rear Gate (Outback)
Also, if the movement of the release handle feels restricted or not entirely smooth during operation, or the handle and/or handle base is cracked, contact your SUBARU dealer. Rear gate (Outback) The rear gate can be locked and unlocked using any of the following systems.
Page 118 To close: Lower the rear gate slowly and push down firmly until the latch engages. The rear gate can be lowered easily if you pull it down holding the recessed grip. WARNING . To prevent dangerous exhaust gas from entering the vehicle, always keep the rear gate closed while driving.
Page 119: Moonroof (If Equipped)
2-28 Keys and doors Moonroof (if equipped) WARNING Never let anyone’s hands, arms, head or any objects protrude from the moonroof. A person could be seriously injured if the vehicle stops suddenly or turns sharply or if the vehicle is involved in an accident. To avoid serious personal injury caused by entrapment, you must conform to the following instruc-...
Page 120: Sun Shade
NOTE One-touch operation does not take place when the moonroof is lowered. Press the switch continuously to lower the moonroof. ! Sliding moonroof Open Close Press the “OPEN/CLOSE” switch rear- ward to open the moonroof. The sun shade will also be opened together with the moonroof.
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Page 122: Instruments And Controls
Ignition switch ... LOCK... Acc... ON... START ... Key reminder chime ... Ignition switch light ... Hazard warning flasher... Meters and gauges... Combination meter illumination ... Canceling the function for meter/gauge needle movement upon turning on the ignition switch... Speedometer... Odometer...
Page 123 Instruments and controls Light control switch ... 3-27 Headlights... High/low beam change (dimmer)... Headlight flasher ... Daytime running light system ... Turn signal lever ... 3-29 Illumination brightness control ... 3-30 Front fog light switch (if equipped) ... 3-30 Wiper and washer ... 3-31 Windshield wiper and washer switches ...
Page 124: Ignition Switch
Ignition switch WARNING . Never turn the ignition switch to “LOCK” while the vehicle is being driven or towed because that will lock the steering wheel, preventing steering control. And when the engine is turned off, it takes a much greater effort than usual to steer.
Page 125: Acc
Instruments and controls & Acc In this position the electrical accessories (radio, accessory power outlet, etc.) can be used. & ON This is the normal operating position after the engine is started. & START CAUTION Do not turn the ignition switch to the “START”...
Page 126: Hazard Warning Flasher
Hazard warning flasher The hazard warning flasher is used to warn other drivers when you have to park your vehicle under emergency conditions. The hazard warning flasher works with the ignition switch in any position. To turn on the hazard warning flasher, press the hazard warning button on the instrument panel.
Page 127: Speedometer
Instruments and controls “ ” on the trip meter display. The display can be switched as shown in the following illustration by pressing the trip knob. : “ ” or “ ” and “ ” or “ ” cannot be displayed when the ignition switch is in the “ON”...
Page 128: Tachometer
possible to switch between the A trip meter and B trip meter indications while the odometer/trip meter is lit up. If you do not press the trip knob within 10 seconds of illumination of the odometer/trip meter, the odometer/trip meter will turn off. Also, if you open and close the driver’s door within 10 seconds of illumination of the odometer/trip meter, the odometer/trip...
Page 129: Eco Gauge
Instruments and controls The gauge may move slightly during braking, turning or acceleration due to fuel level movement in the tank. If you press the trip knob while the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” or “Acc” position, the fuel gauge’s dial will light up and the needle will indicate the amount of fuel remaining in the tank.
Page 130: Warning And Indicator Lights
indicator needle is pointing to the “+” side, it indicates fuel-efficient driving. Except U.S.-spec. models: If the current rate of fuel consumption is lower than the average rate of fuel consumption, the indicator needle points to the “−” side. If the current rate of fuel consumption is higher than the average rate of fuel consumption, the indicator needle points to the “+”...
Page 131: Seatbelt Warning Light And Chime
3-10 Instruments and controls If any lights fail to illuminate, it indicates a burned-out bulb or a malfunction of the corresponding system. Consult your authorized SUBARU dealer for repair. & Seatbelt warning light and chime Your vehicle is equipped with a seatbelt warning device at the driver’s and front...
Page 132: Srs Airbag System Warning Light
If still the seatbelt warning device for front passenger’s seat does not function cor- rectly after taking relevant corrective ac- tions described above, immediately con- tact your SUBARU dealer for an inspec- tion. & SRS airbag system warning light When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON”...
Page 133: Front Passenger's Frontal Airbag On And Off Indicators
2 seconds. After that, one of the indicators illuminates depending on the status of the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag determined by the SUBARU ad- vanced frontal airbag system monitoring. If the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag is activated, the passenger’s frontal airbag ON indicator will illuminate while the OFF indicator will remain off.
Page 134: Coolant Temperature Low Indicator Light/Coolant Temperature High Warning Light
The CHECK ENGINE warning light/mal- function indicator lamp may stop blinking and illuminate steadily after several driv- ing trips. You should have your vehicle checked by an authorized SUBARU deal- er immediately. & Coolant temperature low indicator light/Cool- ant temperature high...
Page 135: Charge Warning Light
If the belt is loose, broken or if the belt is in good condition but the light remains illuminated, contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. & Oil pressure warning...
Page 136: At Oil Temp Warning Light (At And Cvt Models)
SUBARU dealer. NOTE . The engine low oil level warning light will not turn off immediately even if you replace or add engine oil.
Page 137: Abs Warning Light
Should the warning light illuminate stea- dily after blinking for approximately one minute, have the system inspected by your nearest SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. WARNING If this light does not illuminate briefly after the ignition switch is...
Page 138: Brake System Warning Light
. If at all in doubt about whether the brakes are operating prop- erly, do not drive the vehicle. Have your vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for re- pair. . If the brake system warning light flashes, the electronic parking brake system may be malfunc- tioning.
Page 139 If the fluid level is below the “MIN” mark in the reservoir, do not drive the vehicle. Have the vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair. ! Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system warning...
Page 140: Hill Holder Indicator Light
5. If the brake fluid level is not below the “MIN” mark, the EBD system may be malfunctioning. Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected. 6. If the brake fluid level is below the “MIN” mark, DO NOT drive the vehicle.
Page 141: Door Open Warning Light
3-20 Instruments and controls result of an empty tank could cause damage to the engine. & Door open warning light When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the door open warning light illuminates for approximately 2 seconds and then turns off. The door open warning light illuminates if any door, the rear gate (Outback) or trunk lid (Legacy) is not fully closed.
Page 142: Vehicle Dynamics Control Warning Light/Vehicle Dynamics Control Operation Indicator Light
The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is probably malfunctioning under the follow- ing condition. Have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. . The light does not turn off even after the lapse of several minutes (the engine has warmed up) after the engine has started.
Page 143: Vehicle Dynamics Control Off Indicator Light
The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is probably malfunctioning under any of the following conditions. Have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer immedi- ately. . The light does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON”...
Page 144: Turn Signal Indicator Lights
. If this indicator light and the CHECK ENGINE warning light/malfunction in- dicator lamp flash simultaneously dur- ing driving, have the vehicle checked by your nearest SUBARU dealer. & Cruise control set in- dicator light The cruise control set indicator light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON”...
Page 145: Headlight Indicator Light
This indicator light illuminates while the front fog lights are illuminated. Clock NOTE Your SUBARU dealer can change the settings of activating/deactivating the automatic adjustment of the clock by the GPS (Global Positioning System) (for models with the genuine SUBARU navigation system).
Page 146: Multi Function Display
Multi function display With the ignition switch in the “ON” position, each successive press of the multi function display switching knob toggles the display in the following se- quence. & Outside temperature indica- U.S.-spec. models Except U.S.-spec. models The outside temperature indicator shows the outside temperature in a range from −22 to 1228F (−30 to 508C).
Page 147: Average Fuel Consumption
3-26 Instruments and controls “ON” position, the indication does not flash. NOTE The outside temperature indication may differ from the actual outside temperature. The road surface freeze warning indication should be treated only as a guide. Be sure to check the condition of the road surface before driving.
Page 148: Driving Range On Remaining Fuel
& Driving range on remaining fuel U.S.-spec. models Except U.S.-spec. models The driving range indicates the distance that can be driven taking into account the amount of fuel remaining in the tank and the average rate of fuel consumption. When the low fuel warning light illumi- nates, the driving range indication flashes for 5 seconds.
Page 149: Headlights
NOTE The sensitivity of the auto on/off head- lights can be changed by your SUBARU dealer. Contact your SUBARU dealer for details. ! Sensor for the auto on/off head- lights The sensor is on the instrument panel as shown in the illustration.
Page 150: Headlight Flasher
& Headlight flasher CAUTION Do not hold the lever in the flashing position for more than just a few seconds. To flash the headlights, pull the lever toward you and then release it. The high beam will stay on for as long as you hold the lever.
Page 151: Illumination Brightness Control
3-30 Instruments and controls Illumination brightness con- trol The illumination brightness of the clock display, audio, air conditioner, multi func- tion display and meter/gauge dims under the following conditions. . when the light switch is in the “ “ ” position .
Page 152: Wiper And Washer
. Use clean water if windshield washer fluid is unavailable. In areas where water freezes in winter, use SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid or the equivalent. Refer to “Windshield washer – CONTINUED –...
Page 153: Windshield Wiper And Washer Switches
3-32 Instruments and controls fluid” F11-41. Also, when driving the vehicle when there are freezing tempera- tures, use non-freezing type wi- per blades. . Do not clean the wiper blades with gasoline or a solvent, such as paint thinner or benzine. This will cause deterioration of the wiper blades.
Page 154 ! Wiper intermittent time control When the wiper switch is in the “INT” position, turn the dial to adjust the operat- ing interval of the wiper. The operating interval can be adjusted in five steps from the shortest interval to the longest. ! Windshield washer To wash the windshield, pull the wiper control lever toward you.
Page 155: Rear Window Wiper And Washer Switch (Outback)
3-34 Instruments and controls & Rear window wiper and washer switch (Outback) : Washer (accompanied by wiper operation) ON: Continuous INT: Intermittent OFF: Off : Washer (accompanied by wiper operation) ! Rear wiper To turn the rear wiper on, turn the knob on the end of the wiper control lever upward to the “INT”...
Page 156 For models with the automatic climate control system, it is possible for a SUBARU dealer to set the defogger and deicer system for the continuous opera- tion mode. Contact your SUBARU dealer for details.
Page 157: Mirrors
3-36 Instruments and controls NOTE . Turn on the defogger and deicer system if the wipers are frozen to the windshield. . If the windshield is covered with snow, remove the snow so that the windshield wiper deicer works effec- tively.
Page 158 Using the power button and compass button, you can display the various func- tions of the rear view image display and the electronic compass display based on how long you press the buttons. Power button Period of Gear Function time button position displayed is pressed...
Page 159 3-38 Instruments and controls housing. That may cause a malfunction in the mirror. ! Rear view image display When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position and the transmission is in the “R” (reverse) position, the rear view camera automatically displays the rear view image behind the vehicle on the inside mirror.
Page 160 mode, press and hold the power button for 12 to 15 seconds while the transmission is in the “R” (reverse) position, and then release it. The display is now in the non- operational mode. After the display has been set to the non-operational mode, the function indicator will illuminate in orange while the transmission is in the “R”...
Page 161 3-40 Instruments and controls ! HomeLink Wireless Control Sys- ® The HomeLink Wireless Control System ® can be used to activate remote control devices such as gate operators, garage door openers, door locks, home lighting and security systems. There are three HomeLink buttons on the ®...
Page 162 park the vehicle outside the garage. 1. Unplug the motor of the garage door opener from the outlet. NOTE If any of the HomeLink buttons are ® already programmed for other devices, skip step 2 because it clears the memory of all three buttons. HomeLink button 1 ®...
Page 163 3-42 Instruments and controls ! Programming rolling-code-protected garage door openers in the U.S.A. If your garage door opener has a rolling code feature, program the HomeLink Wireless Control System for it by following steps 1 through 5 in “Garage door opener programming in the U.S.A.”...
Page 164 HomeLink button 1 ® HomeLink button 2 ® HomeLink button 3 ® 2. Press and hold the two outer HomeLink buttons (button 1 and button ® 3) until the HomeLink indicator light ® begins to flash (after approximately 20 seconds). Then release both buttons. 3.
Page 165: Auto-Dimming Mirror With Compass (If Equipped)
3-44 Instruments and controls HomeLink button 1 ® HomeLink button 2 ® HomeLink button 3 ® 1. Press and hold the two outer buttons (button 1 and button 3) until the indicator light begins to flash (after approximately 20 seconds). 2.
Page 166: Auto-Dimming Mirror With Compass And Homelink (If Equipped)
glare from vehicle headlights behind you and automatically dim the mirror to elim- inate glare and preserve your vision. For this reason, use care not to cover the sensors with stickers, or other similar items. Periodically wipe the sensors clean using a piece of dry soft cotton cloth or an applicator.
Page 167 3-46 Instruments and controls is toggled on or off. When the automatic dimming function is on, the LED indicator will illuminate. Even with the mirror in the automatic dimming mode, the mirror surface turns bright if the transmission is shifted into reverse.
Page 168 ! Compass calibration 1. If a “C” is displayed in the compass window, the compass needs to be cali- brated. 2. Drive the vehicle in a circle at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less until the display reads a direction. 3.
Page 169 3-48 Instruments and controls NOTE . After programming your HomeLink Wireless Control System for the de- sired devices, retain the hand-held transmitters for further programming or device testing in the event of a problem. . It is recommended that you insert a new battery in the hand-held transmit- ter of a device to ensure correct programming.
Page 170 ! Programming rolling-code-protected garage door openers in the U.S.A. If your garage door opener has a rolling code feature, program the HomeLink Wireless Control System for it by following steps 1 through 5 in “Garage door opener programming in the U.S.A.” F3-48. Then continue with the following steps.
Page 171 3-50 Instruments and controls HomeLink button 1 ® HomeLink button 2 ® HomeLink button 3 ® 2. Press and hold the two outer HomeLink buttons (button 1 and button ® 3) until the HomeLink indicator light ® begins to flash (after approximately 20 seconds).
Page 172: Outside Mirrors
HomeLink button 1 ® HomeLink button 2 ® HomeLink button 3 ® 1. Press and hold the two outer buttons (button 1 and button 3) until the indicator light begins to flash (after approximately 20 seconds). 2. Release both buttons. ! In case a problem occurs If you cannot activate a device using the corresponding HomeLink...
Page 173: Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel
3-52 Instruments and controls Tilt/telescopic steering wheel WARNING Do not adjust the steering wheel tilt/ telescopic position while driving. This may cause loss of vehicle control and result in personal injury. 1. Adjust the seat position. Refer to “Front seats” F1-2. 2.
Page 174 Ventilator... Airflow selection ... Ventilators... Manual climate control system (if equipped) ... Control panel ... Heater operation ... Air conditioner operation... Automatic climate control system (if equipped) ... Control panel ... Temperature sensors... Operating tips for heater and air conditioner ... Cleaning ventilator grille ...
Page 175: Ventilator
Climate control Ventilator & Airflow selection...
Page 176: Ventilators
& Ventilators ! Center ventilators Open Close Move the tab to adjust the flow direction. To open the ventilator, turn the center grille open/close wheel to the “ ” position. To close it, turn the wheel to the “ position. ! Side ventilators Open Close...
Page 177: Manual Climate Control System (If Equipped)
Climate control Manual climate control system (if equipped) & Control panel Fan speed control dial Temperature control dial Airflow control buttons Air conditioner button Air inlet selection button Rear window defogger button (Refer to “Defogger and deicer” F3-34.)
Page 178 ! Fan speed control dial The fan operates only when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. The fan speed control dial is used to select four fan speeds. ! Temperature control dial This dial regulates the temperature of airflow from the air outlets over a range from the blue side (cool) to red side (warm).
Page 179: Heater Operation
Climate control ! Air conditioner button The air conditioner operates only when the engine is running. Press the air conditioner button while the fan is in operation to turn on the air conditioner. The indicator light will illumi- nate. Press it again to turn off the air condi- tioner.
Page 180: Air Conditioner Operation
3. Turn the temperature control dial all the way to the right. 4. Set the fan speed control dial to the highest speed. ! Heating and defrosting To direct warm air toward the floor and the windshield: 1. Set the air inlet selection button to the OFF position.
Page 181: Automatic Climate Control System (If Equipped)
Climate control NOTE When the “ ” button or “ ” button is pressed the air conditioner compres- sor automatically operates to quickly defog the windshield. However the indicator on the air conditioner button will not illuminate. At the same time, the air inlet selection is automatically set to “outside air”...
Page 182: Control Panel
& Control panel Climate control Temperature control button (driver’s side) Dual mode button Airflow mode selection button Fan speed control button Temperature control button (front pas- senger’s side) AUTO button OFF button Air inlet selection button Defroster button 10) Rear window defogger button (Refer to “Defogger and deicer”...
Page 183 4-10 Climate control ! AUTO button FULL AUTO mode operation: When the “AUTO” button is pressed, the indicator light “FULL AUTO” on the display illuminates. In this state, fan speed, airflow distribution, air-inlet control, and air con- ditioner compressor operation are auto- matically controlled.
Page 184 button. To decrease the temperature setting, press the “ ” side of the tempera- ture control button. Each temperature setting is shown on the display. When the “LO” is shown, the system provides maximum cooling perfor- mance. When the “HI” is shown, the system provides maximum heating perfor- mance.
Page 185 4-12 Climate control ! A/C – Air conditioner button If the windshield starts to fog when the climate control system is operated in the AUTO mode, press the air conditioner button “A/C” to defog and dehumidify. When this button is pressed, the air conditioner compressor turns on and the indicator light “A/C”...
Page 186: Temperature Sensors
Press the air inlet selection button to the OFF position when the interior has cooled to a comfortable temperature and the road is no longer dusty. The indicator light will turn off. WARNING Continued operation in the ON posi- tion (recirculation) may fog up the windows.
Page 187: Operating Tips For Heater And Air Conditioner
HFC134a. Therefore, the meth- od of adding, changing or checking the refrigerant is different from the method for CFC12 (freon). Consult your SUBARU dealer for service. Repairs needed as a result of using the wrong refrigerant are not covered under warranty.
Page 188: Air Filtration System
Under extremely dusty conditions, the filter should be replaced more frequently. Have your filter checked or replaced by your SUBARU dealer. For replacement, use only a genuine SUBARU air filter kit. Replacement schedule:...
Page 189 4-16 Climate control 3. Remove the air filter. 4. Replace the air filter element with a new one. 5. Reinstall the cover of the air filter. CAUTION The arrow mark on the filter must point UP. 6. Reinstall the glove box, and connect the damper shaft.
Page 190: Climate Control
4-17 Climate control driver’s side of the instrument panel as shown in the illustration.
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Page 192: Audio
Antenna system ... Printed antenna... FM reception ... Installation of accessories... Audio set ... Type A audio set (if equipped) ... Type B audio set (if equipped) ... Power and sound controls ... Power switch and volume control ... Sound control ... Adjustable level of each mode ...
Page 193: Antenna System
If reception continues to be unsatisfactory, switch to a stronger station. Installation of accessories Always consult your SUBARU dealer before installing a citizen band radio or other transmitting device in your vehicle. Such devices may cause the electronic...
Page 194: Audio Set
Audio Audio set Your SUBARU may be equipped with one of the following audio sets. See the pages indicated in this section for operating details. NOTE If a cell phone is placed near the audio set, it may cause the audio set to emit noise when the phone receives calls.
Page 195: Type A Audio Set (If Equipped)
Audio & Type A audio set (if equipped) The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “Acc” or “ON” position. . Power and sound controls: refer to page 5-6 . Radio operation: refer to page 5-9 .
Page 196: Type B Audio Set (If Equipped)
Audio & Type B audio set (if equipped) The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “Acc” or “ON” position. . Power and sound controls: refer to page 5-6 . Radio operation: refer to page 5-9 .
Page 197: Power And Sound Controls
Audio Power and sound controls & Power switch and volume control The dial is used for both power (ON/OFF) and volume control. The radio is turned ON and OFF by pressing the dial, and the volume is controlled by turning the dial. &...
Page 198 ! SVC setting SVC (Speed Volume Control) is a function that automatically adjusts the volume according to the vehicle speed. As the vehicle speed increases, the audio vo- lume automatically increases to match the vehicle speed, in order to create a pleasant listening environment even as the driving noise increases.
Page 199: Adjustable Level Of Each Mode
Audio & Adjustable level of each mode Mode Volume Volume control AUX volume control* Tone and balance Bass control Midrange control Treble control Fader Balance Other settings SPEED VOLUME CS Auto (type A audio) POSITION *Only when an AUX audio product is connected. Range of levels Initial setting Turn counterclockwise...
Page 200: Fm/Am Radio Operation
FM/AM radio operation Press the “FM” or “AM” button when the radio is off to turn on the radio. & FM selection Press the “FM” button when the radio is on to select FM1, FM2 or FM3 reception. Each brief press of the “FM” button changes the radio in the following se- quence starting from the last FM radio band that you selected.
Page 201 5-10 Audio ! Seek tuning (SEEK) If you press the “ ” or “ ” side of the “SEEK” button briefly, the radio will auto- matically search for a receivable station and stop at the first one it finds. This function may not be available, however, when radio signals are weak.
Page 202: Rds Text Display
! PTY (Program type) group selection In PTY selection mode, press the “PTY” button “ ” or “ ” to change the PTY group by one step at a time. Pressing “ ” changes the PTY group up by one step. Pressing “ ”...
Page 203: Station Preset
5-12 Audio & Station preset Preset buttons ! How to preset stations 1. Press the “FM” or “AM” button to select FM1, FM2, FM3 or AM reception. 2. Press the “ ” or “ ” side of the “SEEK” button or tune the radio manually until the desired station frequency is displayed.
Page 204: Satellite Radio Operation (If Equipped)
5-13 Audio Satellite radio operation (if equipped) To receive satellite radio, it is necessary to install the SUBARU genuine satellite receiver for some models, and to enter into a contract with a satellite radio network service such as “XM satellite radio”...
Page 205: Satellite Radio Reception
5-14 Audio tuner, antenna and a service contract. For details, please contact your SUBARU dealer or visit Sirius Satellite Radio at www.sirius.com or call 1-888-539-SIRIUS (7474) for more information. Sirius, the Sirius dog logo, channel names and logos are trademarks of SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc.
Page 206: Displaying Satellite Radio Id Of Tuner
. If you drive under a bridge . If you are driving next to a tall vehicle (such as a truck or a bus) that blocks the signal . If you are driving in a valley where the surrounding hills or peaks block the signal from the south .
Page 207: Channel And Category Selection
5-16 Audio & Channel and category selec- tion ! Channel selection by operating the dial Turn the “TUNE/TRACK/CH” dial clock- wise to select the next channel and turn the “TUNE/TRACK/CH” dial counterclock- wise to select the previous channel. ! Channel selection by pressing the button When in the SAT mode, briefly press the “SEEK”...
Page 208: Channel Preset
! Category selection To activate the category search mode, press the “PTY/CAT” button. To deactivate the category search mode, press the “PTY/CAT” button again. When in the category search mode, pressing the “FOLDER” button “ changes the category up by one step. Pressing “...
Page 209: Display Selection
5-18 Audio ! How to preset channels 1. Press the “SAT” button to select SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3 reception. 2. Select the desired channel. 3. Press one of the preset buttons for more than 1.5 seconds to store the channel. If the button is pressed for less than 1.5 seconds, the preceding selection will remain in memory.
Page 210: How To Insert A Cd (Type A)
& How to insert a CD (type A) While the ignition switch is in the “Acc” or “ON” position, hold a disc with a finger in the center hole while gripping the edge of the disc, then insert it in to the slot (with the label side up) and the player will automatically pull the disc into position.
Page 211: How To Play Back A Cd
5-20 Audio Disc select buttons 2. Press the disc select button at the position where you want to insert a disc. 3. When the “LOAD” indicator illumi- nates, insert the disc. Once you have inserted the disc, the “LOAD” indicator will turn off.
Page 212: To Select A Track From Its Beginning
! When CD is in the player (type A)/ When playing back all CDs in the player (type B) When the “CD/AUX” button is pressed, the player will start playback. ! When selecting a CD to play (type Disc select buttons Press a desired one of the disc select buttons the disc number indicator of which steadily lights up.
Page 213: Fast-Forwarding And Fast-Reversing
5-22 Audio ! Backward direction Turn the “TUNE/TRACK/CH” dial counter- clockwise to skip to the beginning of the current track/file (track). Each time the dial is turned, the indicated track/file (track) number will decrease. NOTE In an MP3, WMA or AAC folder, skip- ping past the first track/file (track) will take you to the last track/file (track) in the folder.
Page 214: Repeating
& Repeating Type A audio Type B audio To repeat a track/file (track), briefly press the “RPT/RDM” button (type A audio) or “RPT” button (type B audio) while the track/file (track) is playing. Each time you briefly press the button, the mode changes in the following se- quences.
Page 215: Random Playback
5-24 Audio & Random playback Type A audio Type B audio To play back a track/file(s) at random, press the “RPT/RDM” button for 0.5 second or longer (type A audio) or press the “RDM” button (type B audio). . For type A audio, press the “RPT/RDM” button for 0.5 second or longer.
Page 216: Scan
& Scan The scan mode lets you listen to the first 10 seconds of each track/file in succes- sion. Press the “SCAN” button to start scanning upward beginning with the track/ file(s) following the currently selected one. After all track/file(s) in the disk/folder have been scanned, normal playback will be resumed.
Page 217: Folder Selection
5-26 Audio NOTE The display is designed to show titles for up to 30 characters. & Folder selection Press the “ ” side of the “FOLDER” button briefly to select the next folder. Press the “ ” side of the button briefly to go back to the previous folder.
Page 218: When The Following Messages Are Displayed
CD player, determine the cause based on the follow- ing information. If you cannot clear those messages, please contact your SUBARU dealer. ! When “PUSH EJECT” is displayed Press the eject button to unload the disc.
Page 219: Auxiliary Input Jack
DA, MP3, WMA and AAC data formats. If the disc cannot be unloaded or this message remains displayed, please con- tact your SUBARU dealer. Auxiliary input jack By connecting a commercial audio pro- duct to the vehicle, such as a portable audio player, you can hear its sound via the vehicle’s speaker.
Page 220: Precautions To Observe When Handling A Compact Disc
. In some cases, when the sound volume of the portable audio player is low, the sound becomes bad when you turn up the volume of the vehicle audio system. In this case, adjust the sound volume of the portable audio player. .
Page 221 5-30 Audio . You cannot use a DualDisc in the CD player. If you insert a DualDisc into the player, the disc may not come out again, possibly causing the player to malfunction. . In cold and/or rainy weather, dew can form inside the CD player, preventing normal operation.
Page 222: Audio Control Buttons (If Equipped)
Audio control buttons (if equipped) Type A audio Type B audio These buttons are located on the spokes of the steering wheel. They allow the driver to control audio functions without taking his/her hands off the steering wheel. & MODE button This button is used to select the desired audio mode.
Page 223: Volume Control Switch
Hands-free system (if equipped) NOTE . For models with the genuine SUBARU navigation system, refer to the Owner’s Manual supplement for the navigation system. . When selling your vehicle, make sure that you initialize the Hands-free system to prevent personal data from being improperly accessed.
Page 224: Tips For The Hands-Free System
& Tips for the Hands-free sys- ! Bluetooth ® NOTE The Bluetooth word mark and logo are registered trademarks of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. It is possible to connect a cell phone to the in-vehicle equipment through the Blue- ® tooth format (wireless) to make a phone call from the in-vehicle equipment or take an incoming phone call.
Page 225: Certification For The Hands-Free System
5-34 Audio – When the cell phone is too close to the microphone. . The sound quality may degrade due to the influence of the cell phone that is connected to the system or the circum- stances of the Bluetooth network. .
Page 226: Using The Hands-Free System
CAUTION . Do not leave the cell phone in the vehicle. The temperature in the vehicle may become extremely high and cause a malfunction of the cell phone. . When using the cell phone, be careful not to get it close to the in-vehicle equipment.
Page 227 5-36 Audio 3. Select “Phone setup” by operating the “TUNE/TRACK/CH” dial. 4. Select “Pair phone” by operating the “TUNE/TRACK/CH” dial. 5. Press the talk switch. Refer to “Voice command system” F5-41. 6. Say the name to be registered. 7. Select “Confirm” by operating the “TUNE/TRACK/CH”...
Page 228 If the registered name or phone number has more than 12 characters, press the “TEXT” button for more than 1.5 seconds to scroll the name or phone number. ! Making a phone call ! Making a phone call from the phone book It is possible to select a phone number from the phonebook registered with the in-...
Page 229 5-38 Audio ! Menu list of the Hands-free system Turn the “TUNE/TRACK/CH” dial to select a menu, and then press the dial to enter the selected menu. NOTE For details about the operation, follow the voice guidance.
Page 230 First menu Second menu Phonebook* Add Entry Change Name List Names Speed Dial Delete Entry Del Spd Dial Go Back — Redial — Callback *: If a cell phone is not registered, the menu described in the chart is not indicated. Third menu —...
Page 231 5-40 Audio First menu Second menu Setup Security Phone setup System setup Go Back *: If a PIN code is not registered, the menu described in the chart is not available. Third menu Set Pin Setting a PIN code Phbk Lock* Locking the phonebook Phbk Unlock* Unlocking the phonebook...
Page 232 ! Voice command system Talk switch To turn on the voice command system, press the talk switch briefly. To turn off the voice command system, press the talk switch for more than 1.5 seconds. The commands available for the voice command system are listed in the follow- ing chart.
Page 233 5-42 Audio set pass key list phone add entry delete entry delete speed dial by voice voice by phone phone call history by call history set speed dial next incoming outgoing list names set PIN phone book lock PIN setup send...
Page 234 Interior light ... Dome light ... Map light... Cargo area light (Outback)... Sun visors ... Sun visor extension plate ... Vanity mirror with light ... Storage compartment ... Glove box ... Center console box ... Overhead console ... Pocket (if equipped) ... Cup holder ...
Page 235: Interior Equipment
The setting of the period for which the light remains on (OFF delay timer) can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact your SUBARU dealer for details. & Map light Models with moonroof Models without moonroof To turn on the map light, press the switch.
Page 236: Cargo Area Light (Outback)
. All doors are locked using the remote keyless entry transmitter. The setting of the period for which the lights remain on (OFF delay timer) can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact your SUBARU dealer for details. Interior equipment & Cargo area light (Outback)
Page 237: Sun Visors
The setting of the period for which the lights remain on (OFF delay timer) can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact your SUBARU dealer for details. Sun visors To block out glare, swing down the visors.
Page 238: Vanity Mirror With Light
CAUTION Do not pull out the extension plate with the sun visor positioned over the windshield. The extension plate would obstruct your view of the rearview mirror. & Vanity mirror with light CAUTION Keep the vanity mirror cover closed while the car is being driven to avoid being blinded by glare.
Page 239: Glove Box
Interior equipment & Glove box Lock Unlock To open the glove box, pull the handle. To close it, push the lid firmly upward. To lock the glove box, insert the key and turn it clockwise. To unlock the glove box, insert the key and turn it counterclockwise.
Page 240 To use again as cup holders: Insert the divider plate into the console box. ! Center console box (rear) The center console box has a two-layer structure consisting of an upper compart- ment and a lower compartment. ! Upper compartment Upper compartment lock release Pull up the upper compartment lock release to open the upper compartment.
Page 241: Overhead Console
Interior equipment & Overhead console To open the console, push on the lid lightly and it will automatically open. CAUTION When your vehicle is parked in the sun or on a warm day, the inside of the overhead console heats up. Avoid storing plastic or other heat- vulnerable or flammable articles such as a lighter in the overhead...
Page 242: Front Passenger's Cup Holder
& Front passenger’s cup holder The dual cup holder is built into the center console. & Rear passenger’s cup holder A dual cup holder is built in the armrest. CAUTION When a cup containing a beverage is in the cup holder, do not fold down or recline any seat.
Page 243: Accessory Power Outlets
6-10 Interior equipment trim can be used to hold beverage bottles and other items. Accessory power outlets Power outlet below the climate control Power outlet in the center console Power outlet in the cargo area (if equipped) Accessory power outlets are provided below the climate control, in the center console and in the cargo area.
Page 244 CAUTION . Do not attempt to use a cigarette lighter in the accessory power outlet. . Do not place any foreign objects, especially metal ones such as coins or aluminum foil, into the accessory power outlet. That could cause a short circuit. Al- ways put the cap on the acces- sory power outlet when it is not in use.
Page 245: Ashtray (If Equipped)
6-12 Interior equipment power outlet in the center console to be used. Pass the cord of the electrical appliance through this gap. Ashtray (if equipped) CAUTION . Do not use ashtrays as waste receptacles or leave a lighted cigarette in an ashtray. This could cause a fire.
Page 246: Coat Hook
Coat hook WARNING Do not hang coat hangers or other hard or pointed objects on the coat hooks. If such items were hanging on the coat hooks during deploy- ment of the SRS curtain airbags, they could cause serious injuries by coming off the coat hooks and being thrown through the cabin or by preventing correct airbag deploy-...
Page 247: Outback
6-14 Interior equipment & Outback A shopping bag hook is attached to each side of the cargo area. To use the hook, push the upper portion and the shopping bag hook will appear. Floor mat Retaining pins are located on the driver’s side floor.
Page 248: Cargo Area Cover (If Equipped)
Cargo area cover (if equipped) The cargo area cover is provided for covering the cargo area and to protect its contents from direct sunlight. This cover is detachable to make room for additional cargo. & Using the cover To extend the cover, pull the end of the cover out of the housing, then insert its hooks into the catches as shown.
Page 249: To Install The Cover Housing
6-16 Interior equipment 1. To open the lid, pull the handle up. 2. To keep the lid open, hang the hook (provided on the back of the lid) on the rear edge of the roof. 3. Remove the left and right parts of the cargo floor lid.
Page 250: Convenient Tie-Down Hooks (If Equipped)
cargo area cover behind the rear seat. Convenient tie-down hooks (if equipped) CAUTION The convenient tie-down hooks are designed only for securing light cargo. Never try to secure cargo that exceeds the capacity of the hooks. The maximum load capacity is 44 lbs (20 kg) per hook.
Page 251: Under-Floor Storage Compartment
6-18 Interior equipment Under-floor storage compart- ment The subfloor storage compartment is located under the floor of the trunk or cargo area and can be used to store small items. To open the lid, pull the tab or handle up. NOTE When storing a flat tire, put the sub- floor storage in the trunk or cargo area.
Page 252 . Do not disassemble or modify the camera, switch or wiring. If smoke comes out or you smell a strange odor, stop using the rear view camera immediately. Contact your SUBARU dealer for an inspection. Continued use may result in accident, fire or electric shock. CAUTION .
Page 253: How To Use The Rear View Camera
2. Set the shift lever or select lever to “R”. NOTE . For models with the genuine SUBARU navigation system, the image of the rear view camera has priority over other screen displays. To operate other screens, set the shift lever (MT models) or select lever (AT and CVT models) to a position other than “R”.
Page 254 Image from camera The area from the rear end of the bumper can be viewed. Areas at both ends of the bumper and areas just under the bumper cannot be viewed. Also, the image from the rear view camera looks shorter than the actual distance. CAUTION The range that can be viewed with the rear view camera is limited.
Page 255: Help Line
6-22 Interior equipment & Help line The help line (distance marker and vehicle width line) is a guide to help you realize the actual distance from the screen. Help lines displayed on the navigation monitor Help lines displayed on the inside mirror Vehicle width line (oblique vertical line) Approx.
Page 256 ! When there is an upward slope at the back 3 feet (1 m) The distance on the screen looks farther than the actual distance. ! When there is a downward slope at the back 3 feet (1 m) The distance on the screen looks nearer than the actual distance.
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Page 258: Starting And Operating
Fuel ... Fuel requirements ... Fuel filler lid and cap... State emission testing (U.S. only)... Preparing to drive ... Starting the engine... MT models ... AT and CVT models... Stopping the engine... 7-10 Remote engine start system (dealer option) ... 7-10 Starting your vehicle ...
Page 259: Fuel
SUBARU recommends that you try a different brand of unleaded gasoline having lower sulfur to determine if the...
Page 260: Fuel Filler Lid And Cap
CHECK ENGINE warning light/mal- function indicator lamp may turn on. If this happens, return to your authorized SUBARU Dealer for service. If it is determined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used, repairs may not be covered by your warranty.
Page 261 Starting and operating 1. To open the fuel filler lid, pull the lid release lever up. The lever is on the floor at the left of the driver’s seat. 2. Open the fuel filler lid. WARNING Before opening the fuel filler cap, first touch the vehicle body or a metal portion of the fuel pump or similar object to discharge any...
Page 262 4. Hook the cord that is attached to the fuel filler cap onto the hook inside the fuel filler lid. WARNING . When refueling, insert the fuel nozzle securely into the fuel filler pipe. If the nozzle is lifted or not fully inserted, its automatic stop- ping mechanism may not func- tion, causing fuel to overflow the...
Page 263: State Emission Testing (U.s. Only)
Paint damage caused by spilled fuel is not covered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty. . Always use a genuine SUBARU fuel filler cap. If you use the wrong cap, it may not fit, and your fuel tank and emission con- trol system may be damaged.
Page 264: Preparing To Drive
AWD SUBARU vehicle. Under no circumstances should the rear wheels be jacked off the ground, nor should the driveshaft be disconnected for state emission testing. The EPA has issued regulations for inspecting the On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) system as part of the state emis- sions inspection.
Page 265: Starting The Engine
“LOCK” position. After waiting for 10 seconds or longer, turn the ignition switch to the “START” position without depressing the accelerator pedal. (4) If the engine still refuses to start, contact your nearest SUBARU dealer for assistance.
Page 266: At And Cvt Models
“START” position without depressing the accelerator pedal. (4) If the engine still refuses to start, contact your nearest SUBARU dealer for assistance. 6. Confirm that all warning and indicator lights have turned off after the engine has started.
Page 267: Stopping The Engine
7-10 Starting and operating hard. Stopping the engine WARNING Do not stop the engine when the vehicle is moving. This will cause loss of power to the power steering and the brake booster, making steer- ing and braking more difficult. It could also result in accidental acti- vation of the “LOCK”...
Page 268: Starting Your Vehicle
& Starting your vehicle NOTE All vehicle doors, the engine hood and trunk / rear gate must be closed prior to activating the remote engine start sys- tem. Any open entry point will prevent starting or cause the system to shut down.
Page 269: Entering The Vehicle While It Is Running Via Remote Start
7-12 Starting and operating vehicle’s engine management system determines there is a safety risk due to a vehicle related problem, the vehicle will shut down and the vehicle’s horn will honk three times. NOTE . If the alarm system is armed at the time of remote engine start activation (the security indicator light on the combination meter is flashing), the...
Page 270: Entering The Vehicle Following Remote Engine Start Shutdown
Transmitter flash sequence Flashes when button is Indicates that the system is transmitting an RF signal. pressed Indicates that the transmitter did not receive the remote start Two long flashes following re- activation confirmation from the vehicle system. The transmitter mote start activation (transmit- will automatically send one additional remote start activation ter button is pressed two times...
Page 271: Service Mode
7-14 Starting and operating & Service mode In service mode, the remote engine start function is temporarily disabled to prevent the system from unexpectedly starting the engine while being serviced. To engage or disengage service mode: 1. Enter the vehicle and close all vehicle doors and the trunk/rear gate.
Page 272 . Be careful not to allow children to touch the battery and any re- moved parts; children could swallow them. . There is a danger of explosion if an incorrect replacement battery is used. Replace only with the same or equivalent type of bat- tery.
Page 273: Manual Transmission
7-16 Starting and operating ference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, in- cluding interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not ex- pressly approved by the party respon- sible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equip- ment and void warranty.
Page 274: Shifting Speeds
Slider You must raise the slider and hold it in that position before you can move the shift lever to the “R” position. To change gears, fully depress the clutch pedal, move the shift lever, and gradually let up on the clutch pedal. If it is difficult to shift into gear, put the transmission in neutral, release the clutch pedal momentarily, and then try again.
Page 275: Automatic Transmission/Continuously Variable Transmission
7-18 Starting and operating When it is necessary to reduce vehicle speed due to slow traffic, turning corners, or driving up steep hills, downshift to a lower gear before the engine starts to labor. On steep downgrades, downshift the transmission to 5th, 4th, 3rd or 2nd gear as necessary;...
Page 276: Select Lever
mal timing after the engine has warmed . Immediately after transmission fluid is replaced, you may feel that the transmission operation is somewhat unusual. This results from invalidation of data which the on-board computer has collected and stored in memory to allow the transmission to shift at the most appropriate times for the current condition of your vehicle.
Page 277: Shift Lock Function
7-20 Starting and operating transmission is neutral; the vehicle will roll freely, even on the slightest incline unless the parking brake or foot brake is applied. Avoid coasting with the transmission neutral. During coasting, there is no engine brak- ing effect. NOTE .
Page 278 If you must perform the above procedure, the shift lock system (or the vehicle control system) may be malfunctioning. Contact a SUBARU dealer for an inspection as soon as possible. If the select lever does not move after performing the above procedure, refer to “Shift lock release using the shift lock...
Page 279: Selection Of Manual Mode
7-22 Starting and operating & Selection of manual mode With the vehicle either moving or station- ary, move the select lever from the “D” position to the “M” position to select the manual mode. Upshift indicator Downshift indicator Gear position indicator When the manual mode is selected, the gear position indicator and upshift indica- tor and/or downshift indicator on the...
Page 280: Driving Tips
CAUTION Do not place or hang anything on the paddle shift levers. Doing so may result in accidental gear shift- ing. NOTE Please read the following points care- fully and bear them in mind when using the manual mode. . If you attempt to shift down when the engine speed is too high, i.e., when a downshift would push the tachometer needle beyond the red zone, beeps will...
Page 281: Braking
7-24 Starting and operating Braking & Braking tips WARNING Never rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving. This can cause dangerous overheating of the brakes and needless wear on the brake pads and linings. ! When the brakes get wet When driving in rain or after washing the vehicle, the brakes may get wet.
Page 282: Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators
If a squeaking or scraping noise is heard from the disc brakes while braking, im- mediately have your vehicle inspected by the nearest SUBARU dealer. ABS (Anti-lock Brake Sys- tem) WARNING Always use the utmost care in driving –...
Page 283: Abs Warning Light
. If any of the following conditions occur, we recommend that you have the ABS system repaired at the first available opportunity by your SUBARU dealer. – The warning light does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON”...
Page 284: Electronic Brake Force Distribution (Ebd) System
3. Release the parking brake. If both warning lights turn off, the EBD system may be malfunctioning. Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected. 4. If both warning lights illuminate again and remain illuminated after the engine...
Page 285: Vehicle Dynamics Control System
7-28 Starting and operating may not be working properly. If the light remains on, have the brakes inspected by a SUBARU dealer immediately. . If at all in doubt about whether the brakes are operating prop- erly, do not drive the vehicle.
Page 286 spare tire, the effectiveness of the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is reduced and this should be taken into account when driving the vehicle in such a condition. In the event of wheelspin and/or skidding on a slippery road surface and/or during cornering and/or an evasive maneuver, the Vehicle Dynamics Control system adjusts the engine’s output and the...
Page 287: Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor
However should such a situation occur, drive with care and have an authorized SUBARU dealer carry out an inspec- tion of those systems at the first available opportunity. NOTE .
Page 288: Vehicle Dynamics Control Off Switch
The following two situations could indicate malfunction of the Vehicle Dynamics Control system. If either of these situa- tions occurs, have an authorized SUBARU dealer carry out an inspection of that system at the first available opportunity. . The indicator light does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
Page 289: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) (If Equipped)
7-32 Starting and operating Control system will be deactivated. When the switch is pressed again to reactivate the Vehicle Dynamics Control system, the Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator light turns off. You should not deactivate the Vehicle Dynamics Control system except under the above-mentioned situations.
Page 290 This indicates the TPMS is unable to monitor all four road wheels. Contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible for tire and sensor replacement and/ or system resetting. Do not inject any tire liquid or...
Page 291: Parking Your Vehicle
Immediately stop your vehicle in a safe location, use tire stops under the tires to prevent the vehicle from moving and contact your SUBARU deal- CAUTION . When the electronic parking brake system has a malfunction and the parking brake cannot be...
Page 292 cause unnecessary wear on the brake linings. Before starting to drive, always make sure that the parking brake has been released and the brake system warning light has turned off. Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic parking brake. You can apply/release the parking brake by operating the parking brake switch.
Page 293 7-36 Starting and operating stopping on an uphill slope, depress the brake pedal firmly and release it after the brake system warning light illuminates. . Depending on the condition of the road surface and braking force, the brakes operate temporarily and feel different than usual.
Page 294: Parking Tips
Im- mediately stop your vehicle in the nearest safe location and contact your SUBARU dealer. If a malfunction occurs in the electronic parking brake system, the brake system warning light flashes. Refer to “Electronic parking brake system warning”...
Page 295: Cruise Control
7-38 Starting and operating When facing downhill, the front wheels should be turned into the curb. Cruise control Cruise control enables you to maintain a constant vehicle speed without holding your foot on the accelerator pedal and it is operative when the vehicle speed is 25 mph (40 km/h) or more.
Page 296: To Temporarily Cancel The Cruise Control
The cruise control indicator light on the combination meter will illuminate. 2. Depress the accelerator pedal until the vehicle reaches the desired speed. 3. Press the “RES/SET” switch to the “SET” side and release it. Then release the accelerator pedal. At this time, the cruise control set indicator light is illuminated in the combination meter.
Page 297: To Turn Off The Cruise Control
7-40 Starting and operating To resume the cruise control after it has been temporarily canceled and with vehi- cle speed of approximately 20 mph (32 km/h) or more, press the “RES/SET” switch to the “RES” side to return to the original cruising speed automatically.
Page 298: Cruise Control Indicator Light
vehicle speed when the button is pressed and the speed last time you set is less than 4.4 km/h, the vehicle speed will be lowered by 1 km/h. This occurs because the cruise control system regards this operation as that intended to decrease the vehicle speed.
Page 299: Cruise Control Set Indicator Light
Starting and operating ENGINE warning light/malfunction in- dicator lamp flash simultaneously dur- ing driving, have the vehicle checked by your nearest SUBARU dealer. & Cruise control set indicator light The cruise control set indicator light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON”...
Page 300: Driving Tips
New vehicle break-in driving – the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) ... Fuel economy hints ... Engine exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)... Catalytic converter ... Periodic inspections ... Driving in foreign countries ... Driving tips for AWD vehicles ... Off road driving ... Legacy...
Page 301: New Vehicle Break-In Driving - The First 1,000 Miles (1,600 Km)
Driving tips New vehicle break-in driving – the first 1,000 miles (1,600 The performance and long life of your vehicle are dependent on how you handle and care for your vehicle while it is new. Follow these instructions during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km): .
Page 302: Catalytic Converter
exhaust fumes are entering the vehicle, have t he probl em checked and corrected as soon as possible. If you must drive under these conditions, drive only with all windows fully open. . Keep the trunk lid (Legacy) or rear gate (Outback) closed while driving to prevent exhaust gas from entering the vehicle.
Page 303: Periodic Inspections
(misfiring, back- firing or incomplete combustion), have your vehicle checked and repaired by an authorized SUBARU dealer. . Do not apply undercoating or rust prevention treatment to the heat shield of catalytic converter and the exhaust sys- tem.
Page 304: Driving Tips For Awd Vehicles
By shifting power between the front and rear wheels, SUBARU AWD can also provide added traction during accelera- tion, and added engine braking force during deceleration.
Page 305: Off Road Driving
If you do take your SUBARU off road, you should review the common sense precautions in the next section (applicable to the Outback) for general guidance. But please keep in mind that your vehicle’s off-road capabil-...
Page 306 “Warranty and Mainte- Driving tips nance Booklet”. Remember that damage done to your SUBARU while operating it off-road and not using common sense precautions such as those listed above is not eligible for warranty coverage.
Page 307: Winter Driving
Do not use engine antifreeze or other substitutes because they may damage the paint of the vehicle. SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid con- tains 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 308: Driving On Snowy And Icy Roads
If your SUBARU is not going to be used for an extended period, it is best to have the fuel tank filled to capacity.
Page 309: Corrosion Protection
8-10 Driving tips leading to loss of vehicle control. An anti-lock brake system (ABS) en- hances your vehicle’s braking perfor- mance on snowy and icy roads. For information about braking on slippery surfaces, refer to “ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)” F7-25 and “Vehicle Dynamics Control system”...
Page 310: Tire Chains
train of your vehicle and may affect ride, handling, braking and speedometer/odometer calibra- tion. It also may be dangerous and lead to loss of vehicle con- trol. . Do not use a combination of radial, belted bias or bias tires since it may cause dangerous handling characteristics and lead to an accident.
Page 311: Loading Your Vehicle
8-12 Driving tips Loading your vehicle WARNING Never allow passengers to ride on a folded rear seatback, in the trunk or in the cargo area. Doing so may result in serious injury. WARNING . Never stack luggage or other cargo higher than the top of the seatback because it could tumble forward and injure passengers in the event of a sudden stop or...
Page 312: Vehicle Capacity Weight
& Vehicle capacity weight The load capacity of your vehicle is determined by weight, not by available cargo space. The maximum load you can carry in your vehicle is shown on the vehicle placard attached to the driver’s side door pillar. It includes the total weight of the driver and all passengers and their belongings, any optional equipment such as a trailer hitch, roof rack or bike carrier,...
Page 313: Roof Rails With Integrated Crossbars (Outback)
Own- er’s Manual of a genuine SUBARU carry- ing attachment. Place the heaviest load at the bottom, nearest the roof, and evenly distribute the cargo.
Page 314 ! How to use as crossbars CAUTION . Do not raise the bar higher than necessary. The base of the bar may be damaged. . Be careful not to contact the bars while sliding them. Otherwise, the bars may be scratched or the latch portions may be da- maged.
Page 315: Trailer Hitch (Outback - If Equipped)
8-16 Driving tips 1. Pull out the crossbars from the roof rail holders by pulling up the covers. 2. Slide the bars in the direction shown in the illustration. 3. Install the bars into the holders. 4. Make sure that the latches are fitted securely.
Page 316: Connecting A Trailer
could get loose and create a traffic safety hazard. . Use only the ball mount supplied with this hitch. Use the hitch only as a weight carrying hitch. Do not use with any type of weight distributing hitch. The trailer hitch is designed to tow a Class 1 rated load.
Page 317: When You Do Not Tow A Trailer
8-18 Driving tips 5. Use only a hitch ball that is appropriate for the ball mount and your trailer. The hitch ball must be securely installed on the ball mount. 6. Connect your trailer to the hitch ball. 7. Connect the trailer and the hitch with safety chains that will hold the trailer’s maximum gross weight.
Page 318: Trailer Towing
Seek the advice of your SUBARU dealer to assist you in purchasing a hitch and other necessary towing equipment appropriate for your vehicle. In addition, be sure to follow the...
Page 319 8-20 Driving tips 3.6 L models Conditions When towing a trailer without brakes. When towing a trailer with brakes. When towing a trailer on a long uphill grade continuously for over 5 miles (8 km) with an outside temperature of 1048F (408C) or above. All models other than 3.6 L models Model MT models...
Page 320 Certification label ! Gross Axle Weight (GAW) and Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) Gross Axle Weight The total weight applied to each axle (GAW) must never exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). The front and rear GAWs can be adjusted by relocating passengers and luggage inside the vehi- cle.
Page 321: Trailer Hitches
8-22 Driving tips NOTE For vehicles with trailer brakes, the trailer tongue load exceeds 200 lbs (90 kg) when calculated at 8% of the maximum total trailer weight. Even in this case, the maximum value is 200 lbs (90 kg). Jack Bathroom scale The tongue load can be weighed with a...
Page 322: Connecting A Trailer
! Outback The use of a genuine SUBARU trailer hitch is recommended. A genuine SUBARU hitch is available from your SUBARU dealer. If use of a non-genuine hitch is unavoid- able, be sure the hitch is suited to your vehicle and trailer.
Page 323: Side Mirrors
To ensure the trailer lights are connected properly, please consult your SUBARU dealer. Check for proper operation of the turn signals and the brake lights each time you hitch up. ! Tires...
Page 324 . If the ABS warning light illuminates while the vehicle is in motion, stop towing the trailer and have repairs performed immediately by the nearest SUBARU dealer. ! Driving on grades . Before going down a steep hill, slow...
Page 325 8-26 Driving tips engine braking effect and prevent over- heating of your vehicle’s brakes. Do not make sudden downshifts. . When driving uphill in hot weather, the air conditioner may turn off automatically to protect the engine from overheating. . When driving uphill in hot weather, pay attention to the coolant temperature high warning light (for all models) and AT OIL TEMP warning light (for AT and CVT...
Page 326 If you park your vehicle in an emergency... Temporary spare tire... Maintenance tools ... Legacy... Outback ... Flat tires... Changing a flat tire... Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (if equipped)... Jump starting ... 9-10 How to jump start... Engine overheating ... 9-12 If steam is coming from the engine compartment...
Page 327: In Case Of Emergency
This indicates the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) is un- able to monitor all four road wheels. Contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible for tire and sensor replacement and/ or system resetting.
Page 328: Maintenance Tools
CAUTION Never use any temporary spare tire other than the original. Using other sizes may result in severe mechan- ical damage to the drive train of your vehicle. The temporary spare tire is smaller and lighter than a conventional tire and is designed for emergency use only.
Page 329: Legacy
In case of emergency & Legacy Under-floor storage compartment (Refer to “Under-floor storage compartment” F6-18.) Electronic parking brake release tool Jack handle Spare tire Tool bucket Wheel nut wrench Screwdriver Jack Towing hook (eye bolt) (if equipped) The jack handle is stored on the back of the floor cover of the trunk.
Page 330: Outback
& Outback Under-floor storage compartment (Refer to “Under-floor storage compartment” F6-18.) Electronic parking brake release tool Jack handle Spare tire Tool bucket Wheel nut wrench Screwdriver Jack Towing hook (eye bolt) (if equipped) The jack handle is stored under the cargo In case of emergency area.
Page 331: Flat Tires
In case of emergency Flat tires If you have a flat tire while driving, never brake suddenly; keep driving straight ahead while gradually reducing speed. Then slowly pull off the road to a safe place. & Changing a flat tire WARNING .
Page 332 Outback 6. Take out the tool bucket and turn the attaching bolt counterclockwise, then take the spare tire out. NOTE If the spare tire provided in your vehicle is a temporary spare tire, carefully read “Temporary spare tire” F9-2 and strictly follow the instructions.
Page 333 In case of emergency 10. Remove the wheel nuts and the flat tire. 11. Before putting the spare tire on, clean the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a cloth. 12. Put on the spare tire. Replace the wheel nuts.
Page 334: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) (If Equipped)
This indicates the TPMS is unable to monitor all four road wheels. Contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible for tire and sensor replacement and/ or system resetting. Do not inject any tire liquid or...
Page 335: Jump Starting
9-10 In case of emergency Jump starting WARNING . Battery fluid is SULFURIC ACID. Do not let it come in contact with the eyes, skin, clothing or the vehicle. If battery fluid gets on you, thoroughly flush the exposed area with water immediately. Get medical help if the fluid has entered your eyes.
Page 336 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 337: Engine Overheating
This will cause the vehicle to spin away due to the operation or deterioration of the center differential. If towing is necessary, it is best done by your SUBARU dealer or a commercial towing service. Observe the following...
Page 338: Towing And Tie-Down Hooks/Holes
procedures for safety. & Towing and tie-down hooks/ holes The towing hooks should be used only in an emergency (e.g., to free a stuck vehicle from mud, sand or snow). CAUTION . Use only the specified towing hooks and tie-down hooks/holes. Never use suspension parts or other parts of the body for towing or tie-down purposes.
Page 339 9-14 In case of emergency Rear towing hook: 1. Take the towing hook out of the tool bucket and take the screwdriver out of the tool bucket. Take the jack handle out of the trunk (Legacy) or cargo area (Out- back).
Page 340: Using A Flat-Bed Truck
Rear tie-down holes: Rear tie-down hole The rear tie-down holes are located near each of the jack-up reinforcements. WARNING Use the rear tie-down holes only for downward anchoring. If they are used to anchor the vehicle in any other direction, cables may slip out of the holes, possibly causing a dangerous situation.
Page 341: Electronic Parking Brake - If The Electronic Parking Brake Cannot Be Released
How- ever, after releasing the electro- nic parking brake by using the electronic parking brake release tool, contact your SUBARU deal- er for inspection as soon as possible. . Release the electronic parking brake by using the electronic parking brake release tool on a level road.
Page 342 It may be difficult to release the elec- tronic parking brake by using the electronic parking brake release tool. Have your SUBARU dealer release the electronic parking brake if necessary. In the event that you cannot release the electronic parking brake by pulling the...
Page 343: Trunk Lid (Legacy) - If The Trunk Lid Cannot Be Opened
9-18 In case of emergency wise. 8. Break the white film and insert the electronic parking brake release tool into the parking brake release device. 9. Turn the electronic parking brake release tool clockwise approximately 200 to 250 rotations. 10. To confirm that the electronic parking brake is released, shift the shift lever or the select lever to the “N”...
Page 344: Rear Gate (Outback) - If The Rear Gate Cannot Be Unlocked
Rear gate (Outback) – if the rear gate cannot be unlocked In the event that you cannot unlock the rear gate by operating the power door locking switches or the remote keyless entry system, you can unlock it from inside the cargo area.
Page 345 In case of emergency 4. Insert the hex-head wrench in the end of the motor shaft. To lower the moonroof, turn the wrench clockwise. To close the moonroof, turn the wrench counterclockwise. Have your vehicle checked and repaired by an authorized SUBARU dealer.
Page 346: Appearance Care
Exterior care ... 10-2 Washing... Waxing and polishing ... Cleaning aluminum wheels ... Corrosion protection... 10-4 Most common causes of corrosion ... To help prevent corrosion... Cleaning the interior... 10-2 Seat fabric ... 10-3 Leather seat materials... 10-3 Synthetic leather upholstery... Climate control panel, audio panel, instrument panel, console panel, switches, combination 10-4...
Page 347: Exterior Care
10-2 Appearance care Exterior care & Washing CAUTION . When washing the vehicle, the brakes may get wet. As a result, the brake stopping distance will be longer. To dry the brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe speed while lightly pressing the brake pedal to heat up the brakes.
Page 348: Waxing And Polishing
When in doubt, it is always best to contact your SUBARU dealer or an auto paint specia- list. CAUTION Do not use any agents with organic solvents on the bulb lenses.
Page 349: Corrosion Protection
Contact your SUBARU dealer to perform this kind of maintenance and treatment if you need assistance. Repair chips and scratches in the paint as soon as you find them.
Page 350: Cleaning The Interior
If your SUBARU is to be parked for a long time in bright sunlight, it is recommended that the seats and headrests be covered, or the windows shaded, to prevent fading or shrinkage.
Page 351: 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 352: Maintenance And Service
Maintenance schedule ... Maintenance precautions... Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment... When checking or servicing in the engine compartment (2.5 L non-turbo models) ... When checking or servicing in the engine compartment while the engine is running... Maintenance tips ... Removing and reinstalling clips ...
Page 353 Maintenance and service Replacement of brake pad and lining... Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings... Tires and wheels ... Types of tires ... Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (if equipped)... Tire inspection ... Tire pressures and wear ... Wheel balance... Wear indicators ...
Page 354: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance precautions When maintenance and service are re- quired, it is recommended that all work be done by an authorized SUBARU dealer. If you perform maintenance and service by yourself, you should familiarize yourself with the information provided in this section on general maintenance and service for your SUBARU.
Page 355: Before Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment
NEVER use a circuit tester for these wiring. If your SRS airbag or seatbelt preten- sioner needs service, consult your nearest SUBARU dealer. & Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment WARNING . Always stop the engine and apply the parking brake to prevent the vehicle from moving.
Page 356: When Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment While The Engine Is Running
& When checking or servicing in the engine compartment while the engine is running WARNING A running engine can be dangerous. Keep your fingers, hands, clothing, hair and tools away from the cooling fan, belts and any other moving engine parts. Removing rings, watches and ties is advisable.
Page 357 11-6 Maintenance and service ! Type C clips 1. Turn the clip counterclockwise using a Phillips screwdriver until the center portion of the clip is raised. 2. Remove the entire clip by pulling it up. ! Reinstalling clips Type A clips Type B clips Type C clips Insert the clip without the center portion...
Page 358: Removing Air Intake Duct
& Removing air intake duct Use a screwdriver to undo the clips on the air intake duct, then remove the air intake duct. Refer to “Type A clips” F11-5. & Pulling off the fender lining It is necessary to pull off the fender lining when replacing some bulbs.
Page 359 11-8 Maintenance and service 3. Release the secondary hood release by moving the lever between the front grille and the hood toward the left. 4. Lift up the hood. To close the hood: 1. Lower the hood to a height of approxi- mately 5.9 in (15 cm) above its closed position and then let it drop.
Page 360: Fuse Box (Page
Engine compartment overview & 2.5 L non-turbo models 11-9 Maintenance and service Power steering fluid reservoir (page 11-28) Manual transmission oil level gauge (MT) (page 11-23) Clutch fluid reservoir (page 11-30) Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-29) Fuse box (page 11-47) Battery (page 11-46) Windshield washer tank (page 11-41) Engine oil filler cap (page 11-12)
Page 361: L Turbo Models
11-10 Maintenance and service & 2.5 L turbo models Power steering fluid reservoir (page 11-28) Manual transmission oil level gauge (page 11-23) Clutch fluid reservoir (page 11-30) Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-29) Fuse box (page 11-47) Battery (page 11-46) Windshield washer tank (page 11-41) Engine oil filler cap (page 11-12) Engine coolant reservoir (page 11-18) 10) Radiator cap (page 11-18)
Page 362: L Models
& 3.6 L models 11-11 Maintenance and service Power steering fluid reservoir (page 11-28) Differential gear oil level gauge (page 11-26) Automatic transmission fluid level gauge (page 11-25) Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-29) Fuse box (page 11-47) Battery (page 11-46) Windshield washer tank (page 11-41) Engine oil filler cap (page 11-12) Engine coolant reservoir (page 11-18)
Page 363: Engine Oil
Engine oil NOTE . When the engine low oil level warn- ing light illuminates, have your vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. . The engine oil consumption rate is not stabilized, and therefore cannot be determined until the vehicle has tra- veled at least several thousand miles (kilometers).
Page 364 2.5 L models Notch Full level Low level 3.6 L models Full level Low level 4. Pull out the level gauge again and check the oil level on it. If it is below the lower level, add oil to bring the level up to the upper level.
Page 365: Changing The Oil And Oil Filter
11-14 Maintenance and service & Changing the oil and oil filter Change the oil and oil filter according to the maintenance schedule in the “War- ranty and Maintenance Booklet”. The engine oil and oil filter must be changed more frequently than listed in the maintenance schedule when driving on dusty roads, when short trips are frequently made, or when driving in...
Page 366 2.5 L turbo models 3.6 L models 6. Remove the oil filter with an oil filter wrench. 7. Before installing a new oil filter, apply a thin coat of engine oil to the seal. 8. Clean the rubber seal seating area of the bottom of engine and install the oil filter by hand turning.
Page 367: Recommended Grade And Viscosity
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. SAE viscosity number and applicable temperature 5W-30 is recommended. Engine oil viscosity (thickness) affects fuel economy.
Page 368: Recommended Grade And Viscosity Under Severe Driving Conditions
, u s e o n l y SUBARU Super Coolant. If the SUBARU Super Coolant is diluted with another brand or type, the maintenance interval is...
Page 369: Engine Coolant
Always add genuine SUBARU cooling system conditioner whenever the coolant is replaced. Change the engine coolant and add genuine SUBARU cooling system condi-...
Page 370 Fill up to here 5. Slowly pour the coolant and fill up to just below the filler neck, allowing enough room to add genuine SUBARU cooling system conditioner in the radiator. Add genuine SUBARU cooling system condi- tioner until the coolant level reaches the filler neck.
Page 371: Air Cleaner Element
CAUTION When replacing the air cleaner ele- ment, use a genuine SUBARU air cleaner element. If it is not used, there is the possibility of causing a negative effect to the engine.
Page 372 ! Non-turbo models Hydraulic hose Connector Connector cable Clamp Clips 1. Remove the hydraulic hose in the power steering system from the clip on the right side of the air cleaner case. 2. Unplug the connector that is attached to the top of the air cleaner case. 3.
Page 373 11-22 Maintenance and service ! Turbo models Air intake duct Air cleaner case Clamp 1. Remove the hydraulic hose in the power steering system from the clip on the air intake duct. 2. Remove the hydraulic hose from the clip on the right side of the air cleaner case.
Page 374: Spark Plugs
However, replacement of the belt should be done according to the maintenance schedule in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. Consult your SUBARU dealer for replacement. If the belt is loose, cracked or worn, contact your SUBARU dealer. 11-23...
Page 375: Recommended Grade And Viscosity
11-24 Maintenance and service Turbo models Yellow handle Check the oil level monthly. 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and stop the engine. 2. Pull out the level gauge, wipe it clean, and insert it again. Upper level Lower level 3.
Page 376: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic transmission fluid & Checking the fluid level The automatic transmission fluid expands largely as its temperature rises; the fluid level differs according to fluid temperature. Therefore, there are two different scales for checking the level of hot fluid and cold fluid on the level gauge.
Page 377: Recommended Fluid
It is unneces- sary to check the continuously variable transmission fluid level. However, if ne- cessary, we recommend that you consult your SUBARU dealer for inspection. Front differential gear oil (AT and CVT models) & Checking the oil level...
Page 378: Recommended Grade And Viscosity
! CVT models There is no front differential gear oil level gauge. To check the front differential gear oil level, we recommend that you consult your SUBARU dealer for inspection. & Recommended grade and viscosity Each oil manufacturer has its own base oils and additives.
Page 379: Power Steering Fluid
“MIN” and “MAX” line. If the fluid level is extreme low, it may indicate possible leakage. Consult your SUBARU dealer for inspection. & Recommended fluid Use one of the following types of auto- matic transmission fluid.
Page 380: Brake Fluid
. If the vehicle requires frequent refilling, there may be a leak. If you suspect a problem, have the vehicle checked at your SUBARU dealer. CAUTION . Never use different brands of brake fluid together. Also, avoid...
Page 381: Clutch Fluid (Mt Models)
. If the vehicle requires frequent refilling, there may be a leak. If you suspect a problem, have the vehicle checked at your SUBARU dealer. . Never use different brands of clutch fluid together. . When clutch fluid is added, be careful not to allow any dirt into the tank.
Page 382: Brake Booster
Brake booster If the brake booster does not operate as described in the following procedure, have it checked by your SUBARU dealer. 1. With the engine off, depress the brake pedal several times, applying the same pedal force each time. The distance the pedal travels should not vary.
Page 383: Checking The Brake Pedal Reserve Distance
0.19 – 0.44 in (5 – 11 mm) Lightly press the clutch pedal down with your finger until you feel resistance, and check the free play. If the free play is not within proper specification, contact your SUBARU deal-...
Page 384: Replacement Of Brake Pad And Lining
If you hear this scraping noise each time you apply the brake pedal, have the brake pads serviced by your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. & Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings When replacing the brake pad or lining, use only genuine SUBARU parts.
Page 385: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) (If Equipped)
In this event, go to a SUBARU dealer to have the system inspected as soon as possible. While the vehicle is driven, friction be- tween tires and the road surface causes the tires to warm up.
Page 386: Tire Inspection
Tire Pressure Monitoring System checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possi- ble. If this light illuminates while driving, never brake suddenly and keep driving straight ahead while gradu- ally reducing speed.
Page 387: Tire Pressures And Wear
Drive slowly to the nearest authorized SUBARU dealer and have the vehicle inspected. & Tire pressures and wear Maintaining the correct tire pressures helps to maximize the tires’...
Page 388 . Correct tire pressure (tread worn evenly) Roadholding is good, and steering is responsive. Rolling resistance is low, so fuel consumption is also lower. . Abnormally low tire pressure (tread worn at shoulders) Rolling resistance is high, so fuel con- sumption is also higher.
Page 389: Wheel Balance
If you suspect that the wheels are not correctly balanced, have them checked and adjusted by your SUBARU dealer. Also have them adjusted after tire repairs and after tire rotation. NOTE...
Page 390: Tire Rotation
You are advised to replace the tires with new ones that are identical to those fitted as standard equip- ment. For safe vehicle operation, SUBARU recommends replacing all four tires at the same time. – CONTINUED –...
Page 391: Wheel Replacement
. Never let the wheel rub against sharp protrusions or curbs. . When wheel nuts, balance weights, or the center cap is replaced, be sure to replace them with genuine SUBARU parts designed for aluminum wheels.
Page 392: Windshield Washer Fluid
Maintenance and service 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 393: Replacement Of Wiper Blades
11-42 Maintenance and service the concentration of the fluid remaining in the piping is too low for the outside temperature, it may freeze and block the nozzles. CAUTION . Adjust the washer fluid concen- tration appropriately for the out- side temperature. If the concen- tration is inappropriate, sprayed washer fluid may freeze on the windshield and obstruct your...
Page 394: Windshield Wiper Blade Assembly
& Windshield wiper blade as- sembly 1. Raise the wiper arm off the windshield. Open the cover Pull down the wiper blade 2. Remove the wiper blade assembly by opening the cover and pulling it down in the direction shown in the illustration. 3.
Page 395: Rear Window Wiper Blade Assembly (Outback)
11-44 Maintenance and service grooves in the rubber and slide the blade rubber assembly into the support until it locks. Claw Stopper 4. Be sure to position the claws at the end of the support between the stoppers on the rubber as shown. If the rubber is not retained properly, the wiper blade may scratch the windshield.
Page 396: Rear Window Wiper Blade Rubber (Outback)
& Rear window wiper blade rubber (Outback) 1. Pull out the end of the blade rubber assembly to unlock it from the plastic support. 2. Pull the blade rubber assembly out of the plastic support. Metal spines 3. If the new blade rubber is not provided with two metal spines, remove the metal spines from the old blade rubber and install them in the new blade rubber.
Page 397: Battery
11-46 Maintenance and service ends. If the rubber is not retained properly, 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. Hold the wiper arm by hand and slowly lower it in position.
Page 398: Fuses
distilled water. Fuses CAUTION Never replace a fuse with one hav- ing a higher rating or with material other than a fuse because serious damage or a fire could result. The fuses are designed to melt during an overload to prevent damage to the wiring harness and electrical equipment.
Page 399: Main Fuse
6. If the same fuse blows again, this indicates that its system has a problem. Contact your SUBARU dealer for repairs. Main fuse Main fuse box The main fuses are designed to melt...
Page 400: Installation Of Accessories
NOTE . If headlight aiming is required, con- sult your SUBARU dealer for proper adjustment of the headlight aim. . It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. We recommend that you have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary.
Page 401 11-50 Maintenance and service counterclockwise. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector. 4. Remove the retainer spring. 5. Replace the bulb, then set the retainer spring securely. 6. Reconnect the electrical connector. 7. Install the bulb cover. 8. After replacing the bulb, reattach the fender lining.
Page 402: Front Turn Signal Light
& Front turn signal light NOTE It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. We recommend that you have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. 1. Turn over the protective cover of the engine compartment. – CONTINUED –...
Page 403: Front Position Light
& Front fog light (if equipped) NOTE It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. We recommend that you have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. 1. Pull off the fender lining. Refer to “Pulling off the fender lining” F11-7.
Page 404: Rear Combination Lights
& Rear combination lights ! Legacy NOTE It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. We recommend that you have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. 1. Turn the knobs of the cover 90 degrees counterclockwise to remove the cover.
Page 405 11-54 Maintenance and service ! Outback 1. Undo the clips. For the method to undo the clips, refer to “Type C clips” F11-6. 2. Remove the cover. 3. Remove the upper and lower screws. 4. Slide the rear combination light as- sembly straight rearward and remove it from the vehicle.
Page 406: Tail/Back-Up Light (Outback)
8. Reinstall the rear combination light assembly by sliding the two-pronged part of the combination light assembly securely to each holder of the vehicle side. 9. Tighten the upper and lower screws. 10. Reinstall the side cover. & Tail/Back-up light (Outback) 1.
Page 407: License Plate Light
! Legacy NOTE It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. We recommend that you have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. 1. Open the trunk. 2. Remove the trunk trim lining by re- moving the 12 clips and the trunk trim handle.
Page 408: Dome Light
4. Install a new bulb. 5. Reinstall the lens. 6. Tighten the mounting screws. & Dome light 1. Remove the lens by prying the edge of the lens with a flat-head screwdriver. 2. Turn the bulb until the flat surfaces at its ends are aligned vertically.
Page 409: Vanity Mirror Light
11-58 Maintenance and service straight downward to remove it. 3. Install a new bulb. 4. Reinstall the lens. & Vanity mirror light 1. Remove the lens by prying the edge of the lens with a flat-head screwdriver. 2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 3.
Page 410: Cargo Area Light (Outback)
2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 3. Install a new bulb. 4. Reinstall the cover. & Other bulbs Other bulbs may be difficult to replace. We recommend that you have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. 11-59 Maintenance and service...
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Page 412: Specifications
Specifications ... 12-2 Dimensions... Engine ... Electrical system... Capacities ... Tires ... Wheel alignment ... Fuses and circuits ... 12-2 Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment ... 12-3 Fuse panel located in the engine 12-3 compartment ... 12-4 Bulb chart... 12-5 Vehicle identification ...
Page 413: Specifications
12-2 Specifications Specifications These specifications are subject to change without notice. & Dimensions Item 2.5 L non-turbo Drive system Transmission type Overall length Overall width Overall height Wheelbase Tread Front 61.6 (1,565) Rear 61.8 (1,570) Ground clearance *1: Measured with vehicle empty *2: Measured when roof rails are used as crossbars *3: Measured when roof rails are not used as crossbars AT: Automatic transmission...
Page 414: Engine
& Engine Engine model EJ253 (2.5 L, SOHC, non-turbo) Engine type Horizontally opposed, liquid cooled 4 cylinder, Displacement cu-in (cc) Bore 6 Stroke in (mm) Compression ratio 10.0 : 1 Firing order & Electrical system Battery type and capacity (5HR) Alternator 2.5 L models 3.6 L models...
Page 415: Capacities
12-4 Specifications & Capacities Fuel tank Engine oil 2.5 L models 3.6 L models Transmission oil (MT) Transmission fluid (CVT) Transmission fluid (AT) Front differential gear oil (AT and CVT models) Rear differential gear oil Power steering fluid Engine coolant 2.5 L non-turbo models 2.5 L turbo models 3.6 L models...
Page 416: Tires
& Tires Tire size Wheel size Pressure Front 33 psi (230 kPa) Rear 32 psi (220 kPa) Temporary spare Size tire Pressure Wheel nut tightening torque *: This torque is equivalent to applying approximately 88 to 110 lbf (40 to 50 kgf) on the end of the wheel nut wrench. If you have tightened the wheel nuts by yourself, have the tightening torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility as soon as possible.
Page 417: Fuses And Circuits
12-6 Specifications Fuses and circuits & Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment Fuse Fuse Circuit panel rating Trailer hitch connector Rear power window (left side) Power window (driver’s side) 7.5A Navigation system Front wiper deicer Moonroof 7.5A Combination meter 7.5A Remote control...
Page 418 Fuse Fuse Circuit panel rating Socket Empty Rear power window (right side) Empty Front wiper deicer 7.5A Back-up light 7.5A Electronic parking brake unit Hill Holder system unit Accessory power outlet 7.5A Starter relay Air conditioner Empty Audio Navigation system SRS airbag system 7.5A Main fan...
Page 419: Fuse Panel Located In The Engine Compartment
12-8 Specifications & Fuse panel located in the engine compartment Main fuse Fuse Fuse Circuit panel rating 7.5A CVT control unit Horn LO 7.5A Horn HI 7.5A beam headlight (right side) beam headlight (left side) Fuel pump High beam headlight (left side) High beam headlight (right side)
Page 420 Fuse Fuse Circuit panel rating Engine control unit Ignition coil Engine control unit Engine control unit Automatic transmission control unit Illumination Rear combination light Turn and hazard warn- ing flasher (body control unit) Door lock (body control unit) Rear wiper Rear washer Front washer Front wiper...
Page 421: Bulb Chart
12-10 Specifications Bulb chart NOTE Lights A and B are the LED (Light Emitting Diode) type. Consult your SUBARU dealer for replacement.
Page 422: Specifications
Wattage High beam headlight 12V-60W Front position light 12V-5W Low beam headlight 12V-55W Front turn signal light 12V-21W Map light 12V-8W Dome light 12V-8W Door step light 12V-5W Front fog light 12V-55W Front side marker light 12V-5W Vanity mirror light 14V-1.4W Cargo area light 12V-13W...
Page 423 12-12 Specifications Brake light (Outback) Tail and rear side marker light (Outback) Trunk light (Legacy) Tail light (Legacy) Brake/Tail and rear side marker light (Legacy) License plate light (Legacy) Back-up light (Legacy) Rear turn signal light (Legacy) High mount stop light (Outback) High mount stop light (Legacy) Wattage Bulb No.
Page 424: Vehicle Identification
Vehicle identification 12-13 Specifications Emission control label Vehicle identification number Certification and bar code label Tire inflation pressure label Vehicle identification number plate Model number label Fuel label Air conditioner label...
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Page 426: Consumer Information And Reporting Safety Defects
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects For U.S.A..13-2 Tire information ... 13-2 Tire labeling ... Recommended tire inflation pressure... Glossary of tire terminology ... Tire care – maintenance and safety practices... Vehicle load limit – how to determine... Determining compatibility of tire and vehicle load capacities ...
Page 427: Consumer Information And Reporting Safety Defects
13-2 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects For U.S.A. The following information has been compiled according to Code of Federal Regulations “Title 49, Part 575”. Tire information & Tire labeling Many markings (e.g. Tire size, Tire Identification Number or TIN) are placed on the sidewall of a tire by tire manufacturers.
Page 428 Example: (6) Load Index: A numerical code which specifies the maximum load a tire can carry at the speed indicated by its speed symbol, at maximum inflation pressure. For example, “91” means 1,356 lbs (615 kg), “90” means 1,323 lbs (600 kg), “89”...
Page 429: Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure
13-4 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects ! Maximum load rating The load rating at the maximum permissible weight load for this tire. For example, “MAX. LOAD 615 kg (1,356 LBS) @ 350 kPa (51 PSI) MAX. PRESS.” WARNING Maximum load rating applies only to the tire, not to the vehicle.
Page 430: Glossary Of Tire Terminology
The vehicle placard shows original tire size, recommended cold tire inflation pressure on each tire at maximum loaded vehicle weight, seating capacity and loading infor- mation. ! Adverse safety consequences of under-inflation Driving at high speeds with exces- sively low tire pressures can cause the tires to flex severely and to rapidly become hot.
Page 431 13-6 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects rubber compounds. Cracking Any parting within the tread, side- wall, or inner liner of the tire extending to cord material. Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air conditioning and additional weight...
Page 432 sidewall, or innerliner that extends to cord material. Outer diameter The overall diameter of an inflated new tire. Overall width The linear distance between the exteriors of the sidewalls of an inflated tire, including elevations due to labeling, decorations, or protective bands or ribs.
Page 433 13-8 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects pound from the cord material in the sidewall. Test rim The rim on which a tire is fitted for testing, and it may be any rim listed as appropriate for use with that tire. Tread That portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road.
Page 434: Tire Care - Maintenance And Safety Practices
Table 1 — Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load for various designated seating capacities Designated seating Vehicle normal load, capacity, number of number of occupants occupants 2 through 4 5 through 10 11 through 15 16 through 22 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Occupant distribution in a normally loaded vehicle...
Page 435: Vehicle Load Limit - How To Determine
13-10 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects To maximize the life of each tire and ensure that the tires wear uniformly, it is best to rotate the tires every 7,500 miles (12,000 km). Rotating the tires involves switch- ing the front and rear tires on the right-hand side of the vehicle and similarly switching the front and rear tires on the left-hand side of...
Page 436 occupant weighing 154 lbs (70 kg) plus cargo weighing 551 lbs (250 kg). Calculate the total weight. Calculate the available load ca- pacity by subtracting the total weight from the vehicle capacity weight of 800 lbs (363 kg). The result of step 2 shows that a further 95 lbs (43 kg) of cargo can be carried.
Page 437 13-12 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects is indicated on the vehicle placard with the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 363 kg or 800 lbs”. For example, the vehicle has one occupant weighing 165 lbs (75 kg) plus cargo weighing 265 lbs (120 kg).
Page 438: Determining Compatibility Of Tire And Vehicle Load Capacities
The total weight now exceeds the capacity weight by 22 lbs (10 kg), so the cargo weight must be reduced by 22 lbs (10 kg) or more. & Determining compatibility of tire and vehicle load capaci- ties The sum of four tires’ maximum load ratings must exceed the max- imum loaded vehicle weight (“GVWR”).
Page 439: Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards
13-14 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For exam- ple, if the “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will be five- 150 lbs (68 kg) passengers in your vehicle, the amount of avail- able cargo and luggage load capa- city is 650 lbs (1,400 −...
Page 440: Temperature A, B, C
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Subaru of America, Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov;...
Page 441 13-16 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects DC 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor ve- hicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
Page 442: Index
Index...
Page 443 14-2 Index ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ... 7-25 Warning light ... 3-16, 7-26 Accessories... 5-2, 11-49 Accessory power outlet... 6-10 Air cleaner element ... 11-20 Air conditioner Automatic climate control system ... 4-12 Manual climate control system... 4-7 Air filtration system... 4-15 Airflow selection...
Page 444: Charge Warning Light
System ... 7-24 Brake pedal Free play ... 11-31 Reserve distance ... 11-32 Brake system ... 7-24 Warning light ... 3-17 Braking ... 7-24 Tips... 7-24 Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings ... 11-33 Bulb Chart ... 12-10 Replacing... 11-49 Capacities ...
Page 445 14-4 Index Manual ... 4-4 Clock... 3-24 Clutch Fluid... 11-30 Pedal ... 11-32 Coat hook ... 6-13 Compass ... 3-36, 3-44, 3-45 Continuously variable transmission... 7-18 Capacities ... 12-4 Fluid... 11-26 Manual mode ... 7-22 Oil temperature warning light (AT OIL TEMP) ... 3-15 Select lever ...
Page 446 Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system... 3-18, 7-27 Electronic parking brake... 7-34 Automatic release function by accelerator pedal... 7-35 Hill Holder ... 7-35 Warning ... 3-19, 7-37 Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)... 1-14 Engine Compartment overview ... 11-9 Coolant... 11-18 Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)... 6, 8-2 Hood ...
Page 447 14-6 Index Head restraint adjustment Front seat ... 1-6 Rear seat... 1-10 Headlight ... 3-28, 11-49 Bulb wattage ... 12-10 Control switch... 3-27 Flasher ... 3-29 Indicator light... 3-24 Heater operation (manual climate control system) ... 4-6 High beam indicator light ... 3-23 High/low beam change (dimmer)...
Page 448 Light Back-up (Legacy)... 11-53 Brake (Outback)... 11-54 Brake (Station wagon) ... 11-54 Brake/Tail (Sedan)... 11-53 Brake/Tail and rear side marker (Legacy) ... 11-53 Cargo area... 6-3, 11-59 Control switch... 3-27 Dome ... 6-2, 11-57 Door step... 11-58 Front fog... 3-30, 11-52 Front position ...
Page 449 14-8 Index Oil level Engine... 11-12 Front differential gear ... 11-26 Manual transmission... 11-23 Rear differential gear ... 11-27 Warning light ... 3-14 Oil pressure warning light... 3-14 Outside Mirror defogger ... 3-34 Mirrors ... 3-51 Overhead console ... 6-8 Overheating engine ...
Page 450 Replacing Air cleaner element ... 11-20 Battery (remote engine start transmitter) ... 7-14 Battery (remote keyless entry system) ... 2-11 Lost transmitters (remote keyless entry system) ... 2-12 Replacing bulbs ... 11-49 Back-up light (Legacy) ... 11-53 Brake light (Outback)... 11-54 Brake light (Station wagon) ...
Page 451 14-10 Index Snowy and icy roads ... 8-9 Sounding a panic alarm ... 2-10 Spark plugs... 11-23 Specifications ... 12-2 Speedometer... 3-6 Curtain airbag... 1-54 Frontal airbag ... 1-43 Side airbag ... 1-54 SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) ... 4, 1-38 SRS airbag system Monitors...
Page 452 Turn signal Indicator lights ... 3-23 Lever... 3-29 Under-floor storage compartment ... 6-18 Valet mode... 2-18 Vanity mirror ... 6-5, 11-58 Light... 11-58 Vehicle Capacity weight ... 8-13 Identification ... 12-13 Symbols ... 3 Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator light... 3-22, 7-31 OFF switch ...
Page 453 14-12 Index Tires... 8-10, 11-34 Wiper and washer ... 3-31 Wiper deicer... 3-34...
Page 454 & Fuel: ! Non-turbo models Use only unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher. ! Turbo models Use premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 93 AKI or higher. If 93 AKI fuel is not readily available in your area, refer to “Fuel requirements”...

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Subaru 2011 Legacy Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Front Seats

Seat Heater (if Equipped)

Rear Seats

Armrest

Seatbelts

Front Seatbelt Pretensioners

Child Restraint Systems

SRS Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)

Keys and Doors

Keys

Immobilizer

Door Locks

Power Door Locking Switches

Remote Keyless Entry System

Alarm System

Child Safety Locks

Windows

Trunk Lid (Legacy)

Rear Gate (Outback)

Moonroof (if Equipped)

Instruments and Controls

Ignition Switch

Meters and Gauges

Hazard Warning Flasher

Warning and Indicator Lights

Charge Warning Light

Light Control Switch

Turn Signal Lever

Front Fog Light Switch (if Equipped)

Illumination Brightness Control

Wiper and Washer

Defogger and Deicer

Mirrors

Horn

Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel

Climate Control

Ventilator

Manual Climate Control System (if Equipped)

Automatic Climate Control System (if Equipped)

Operating Tips for Heater and Air Conditioner

Air Filtration System

Audio

Antenna System

Installation of Accessories

Audio Set

Power and Sound Controls

FM/AM Radio Operation

Satellite Radio Operation (if Equipped)

CD Player Operation

Auxiliary Input Jack

Precautions to Observe When Handling a Compact Disc

Audio Control Buttons (if Equipped)

Hands-Free System (if Equipped)

Interior Equipment

Starting and Operating

Fuel

State Emission Testing (U.S. Only)

Preparing to Drive

Starting the Engine

Remote Engine Start System (Dealer Option)

Stopping the Engine

Manual Transmission

Automatic Transmission/Continuously Variable Transmission

Power Steering

Braking

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)

Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System

Vehicle Dynamics Control System

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)

Parking Your Vehicle

Cruise Control

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