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This chapter informs you how to start and operate your SUBARU. Chapter 8: Driving tips This chapter informs you how to drive your SUBARU in various condi tions and explains some safety tips on driving. Chapter 9: In case of emergency This chapter informs you what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or engine overheating.
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Chapter 11: Maintenance and service This chapter informs you when you need to take your SUBARU to the dealer for scheduled maintenance and informs you how to keep your SUBARU running properly. Chapter 12: Specifications This chapter informs you about dimension and capacities of your SUBARU.
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J Safety symbol HS0008 You will find a circle with a slash through it in this manual. This symbol means Do not", Do not do this", or Do not let this happen", depending upon the context. Safety precautions when driving SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAG WARNING D All persons in the vehicle should fasten their seatbelts BE-...
deploys could suffer very serious injuries. Because the SRS air- bag needs enough space for deployment, the driver should al- ways sit upright and well back in the seat as far from the steering wheel as practical while still maintaining full vehicle control and the front passenger should move the seat as far back as possible and sit upright and well back in the seat.
THE SRS AIRBAG. D Always use the child safety locks whenever a child rides in the rear seat. Serious injury could result if a child accidentally opened the door and fell out. Refer to the “Door locks” section in chapter 2. D Always lock the passenger’s windows using the lock switch when children are riding in the vehicle.
D If at any time you suspect that exhaust fumes are entering the vehicle, have the problem checked and corrected as soon as pos- sible. If you must drive under these conditions, drive only with all windows fully open. D Keep the trunk lid or rear gate closed while driving to prevent exhaust gas from entering the vehicle.
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If you are taking any drugs, check with your doctor or pharmacist or read the literature that accompanies the medication to determine if the drug you are taking can impair your driving ability. Do not drive after taking any medications that can make you drowsy or otherwise affect your abil ity to safely operate a motor vehicle.
MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION Your vehicle should not be modified. Modification could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate govern- mental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from modification may not be covered under warranties. DRIVING WITH PETS Unrestrained pets can interfere with your driving and distract your atten tion from driving.
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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 –...
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Index Type P119 and P120 audio set (if equipped) ......Type P121 audio set (if equipped) 5-19 .
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This manual describes the following types of the Legacy series. HBF016AB HBF017AB HBF018AB HBF019AB...
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Warranties B 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: D SUBARU Limited Warranty D Emission Control Systems Warranty...