Page 1 2010 TRIBECA Owner’s Manual...
Page 2 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 5: Seat, Seatbelt And Srs Airbags
& Using your Owner’s Manual navigation system and/or Rear All SUBARU vehicles distributed by Seat Entertainment System, the Subaru of America, Inc. and sold at retail Before you operate your vehicle, carefully displays contain mercury. There- by an authorized SUBARU dealer in the read this manual.
Page 6: Safety Warnings
Chapter 10: Appearance care fully in order to gain a better understand- This chapter informs you how to keep your ing of how to use your SUBARU vehicle SUBARU looking good. safely. Chapter 11: Maintenance and service...
Page 7: Vehicle Symbols
Vehicle symbols Mark Name Mark Name There are some of the symbols you may Child restraint top tether an- Headlights chorages see on your vehicle. For warning and indicator lights, refer to “Warning and indicator lights” F19. Horn Turn signal Mark Name Windshield wiper deicer...
Page 8 . The SRS airbags deploy with Safety precautions when Mark Name considerable speed and force. driving Occupants who are out of proper Air recirculation & Seatbelt and SRS airbag position when the SRS airbag deploys could suffer very serious injuries. Because the SRS airbag Outside air WARNING needs enough space for deploy-...
Page 9: Child Safety
& Child safety . Never leave unattended children at all times in a child restraint device or in a seatbelt. The SRS in the vehicle. They could acci- airbag deploys with considerable dentally injure themselves or WARNING speed and force and can injure or others through inadvertent op- .
Page 10: Drinking And Driving
& Drinking and driving & Drugs and driving gine exhaust system to prevent engine exhaust gas from enter- ing the vehicle. WARNING WARNING . Never run the engine in a closed Drinking and then driving is very There are some drugs (over the space, such as a garage, except dangerous.
Page 11: Driving With Pets
Your vehicle should not be modified driving. In a collision or sudden stop, other than with genuine SUBARU unrestrained pets or cages can be thrown parts and accessories. Other types around inside the vehicle and hurt you or of modifications could affect its your passengers.
Page 12: California Proposition 65
& California proposition 65 & On-pavement and off-road handle. Never restrain pets or pet carriers in the front passenger’s seat. For further warning driving information, consult your veterinarian, This vehicle is classified as a utility local animal protection society or pet WARNING vehicle.
Page 13: 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 14 Engine hood lock release (page 11-4) Illustrated index Headlight switch (page 3-26) & Exterior Bulb replacement (page 11-40) Wiper switch (page 3-34) Moonroof (page 2-25) Roof rail (if equipped) (page 8-13) Door locks (page 2-5) Tire pressure (page 11-26) Flat tires (page 9-6) 10) Tire chains (page 8-11) 11) Fog light switch (page 3-32) 12) Tie-down hooks (page 9-15)
Page 15 Rear gate (page 2-24) Rear wiper switch (page 3-35) Rear window defogger button (page 3-37) Fuel filler lid and cap (page 7-3) Child safety locks (page 2-21) Tie-down hooks (page 9-15) Bulb replacement (page 11-40) Towing hook (page 9-14) – CONTINUED –...
Page 16 & Interior Seatbelt (page 1-16) Lower anchorages for child restraint ! Passenger compartment area system (page 1-38) Center console (page 6-6) Front seat (page 1-2) Second-row seat (page 1-7) Third-row seat (page 1-13)
Page 17 Cargo area light (page 6-3) Dome lights (page 6-2) Rear center seatbelt (page 1-23) Sun visors (page 6-4) Map light (page 6-3) Top tether anchorages (rear seat/ second-row seat) (page 1-41) Top tether anchorages (third-row seat) (page 1-42) – CONTINUED –...
Page 18 Select lever (page 7-13) Hazard warning flasher switch (page 3-5) Multi function display (page 3-23) Glove box (page 6-6) Audio (page 5-1) Climate control (page 4-1) Cup holder (page 6-8)
Page 19 & Instrument panel Door locks (page 2-5) Illumination brightness control (page 3-28) Remote control mirror switch (page 3-42) Power folding mirror switch (if equipped) (page 3-43) Windshield wiper deicer (page 3-36) Traction Control system OFF switch (page 7-27) Headlight beam leveler (if equipped) (page 3-29) Light control switch (page 3-26) Combination meter (page 3-5)
Page 20 & Light control and wiper control levers/switches Parking light switch (page 3-32) Windshield wiper (page 3-33) Mist (page 3-34) Windshield washer (page 3-35) Rear window wiper and washer switch (page 3-35) Wiper intermittent time control switch (page 3-34) Wiper control lever (page 3-34) Light control switch (page 3-26) Fog light switch (page 3-32) 10) Headlight ON/OFF (page 3-26)
Page 21 & Combination meter Temperature gauge (page 3-9) Tachometer (page 3-7) ! U.S.-spec. models Speedometer (page 3-6) Fuel gauge (page 3-8) Trip meter and odometer (page 3-6/page 3-7) Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob (page 3-7) Select lever/Gear position indicator (page 3-20) –...
Page 22 ! Except U.S.-spec. models Temperature gauge (page 3-9) Tachometer (page 3-7) Speedometer (page 3-6) Fuel gauge (page 3-8) Trip meter and odometer (page 3-6/page 3-7) Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob (page 3-7) Select lever/Gear position indicator (page 3-20)
Page 23: Warning And Indicator Lights
& Warning and indicator lights Mark Name Page Mark Name Page Mark Name Page Cruise control set indica- Low fuel warning light 3-17 3-21 tor light Driver’s seatbelt warning 3-10 light Low tire pressure warn- AWD warning light 3-18 3-14 ing light Front passenger’s seat- 3-10...
Page 24: Cargo Area
& Cargo area Jack handle (page 9-19) Maintenance tools (page 9-19) ! 7-seater models Jack (page 9-19) Spare tire (page 9-5)
Page 25 ! 5-seater models Jack handle (page 9-19) Jack (page 9-19) Maintenance tools (page 9-19) Spare tire (page 9-5)
Page 26 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. If your vehicle is equipped with the genuine SUBARU navigation system, the settings for some of these functions can be changed using the navigation monitor.
Page 27 Item Function Possible settings Default setting Page Seatbelt warning Sounds a chime while driving Operation/Non-operation Operation 1-18...
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Page 29 1-45 Folding down the seatback......... 1-14 Your vehicle’s SRS configuration ....... 1-45 Head restraint adjustment........1-15 SUBARU advanced frontal airbag system ... 1-49 Seatbelts ............. 1-16 SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag..... 1-60 Seatbelt safety tips..........1-16 SRS airbag system monitors......
Page 30: Front Seats
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Front seats position when the SRS airbag considerable speed and force and deploys could suffer very serious can injure or even kill children, injuries. Because the SRS airbag especially if they are 12 years of WARNING needs enough space for deploy- age and under and are not re-...
Page 31: Power Seat
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! Reclining the seatback tions. For instructions and precau- tions concerning child restraint sys- tems, refer to “Child restraint sys- tems” F1-31. & Power seat ! Forward and backward adjustment To adjust the angle of the seatback, move the control switch.
Page 32: Memory Function (Driver's Seat - If Equipped)
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags . Height of seat the desired button “1” or “2”. switch. ! Seat height adjustment (driver’s 3. The chime sounds once, and the seat ! Registration of seat position position is registered. seat) ! Retrieval of seat position WARNING .
Page 33: Head Restraint Adjustment
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags . When any trouble or a malfunc- same button, the previous seat posi- To raise: tion is deleted. tion occurs during the retrieval of Pull the head restraint up. . Even if the battery is disconnected, the seat position, stop the retrie- To lower: the registered seat position is not...
Page 34: Active Head Restraint
. If your vehicle is involved in a rear-end collision, have an authorized SUBARU dealer in- spect the active head restraints. . The active head restraints may not operate in the event the vehicle experiences only a slight Pull the lever forward or backward.
Page 35: Seat Heater (If Equipped)
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags When the vehicle’s interior is warmed Seat heater (if equipped) Rear seats (5-seater models)/ enough or before you leave the vehicle, Second-row seats (7-seater always turn the switch off. models) CAUTION . There is a possibility that people with delicate skin may suffer slight burns even at low tempera- tures if they use the seat heater...
Page 36: Forward And Backward Adjustment
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags . Before adjusting the seat, make ! 7-seater models injure passengers in the event of a sure the hands and feet of the sudden stop or accident. rear seat passengers are clear of the adjusting mechanism (7-sea- &...
Page 37: Reclining The Seatback
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Reclining the seatback passengers sitting on the third-row seat. CAUTION It is possible to slide the seat or seat pair . In 7-seater models, never allow further rearward by releasing the lock that stops it. To do this, simultaneously pull the the third-row seat passengers to lever under the outboard seat cushion and adjust the seatback of the sec-...
Page 38: Folding Down The Seatback
1-10 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Folding down the seatback may result in serious injury in the event of a hard braking or an impact. WARNING . After returning the 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.
Page 39: Head Restraint Adjustment
1-11 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Head restraint adjustment . Raise the seatback of the center seat while taking care not to trap Both the rear window side seats and the your hands or other parts of the rear center seat are equipped with head body between the center seat restraints.
Page 40 1-12 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! Window side seats To raise: Pull the head restraint up. To lower: Push the head restraint down while pressing the release button on the top of the seatback. 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 41: Armrest
1-13 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Armrest Third-row seat (7-seater models) WARNING To lower the armrest, pull on the strap of the armrest. Never stack luggage or other cargo higher than the top of the seatback WARNING WARNING because it could tumble forward and injure passengers in the event of a To avoid the possibility of serious Seatbelts provide maximum re-...
Page 42: Folding Down The Seatback
1-14 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Folding down the seatback Before driving the vehicle, adjust the fore/ to move. Do not drive the vehicle aft position of the second-row seat, raise with the seat in this state or allow the seatback, and make sure the seatback anyone to sit on the seat unless it is WARNING...
Page 43: Head Restraint Adjustment
1-15 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Head restraint adjustment NOTE Both the third-row seats are equipped with head restraints. WARNING . Never drive the vehicle with the head restraints removed because they are designed to reduce the risk of serious neck injury in the event that the vehicle is struck from the rear.
Page 44: Seatbelts
1-16 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags To lower: Seatbelts Push the head restraint down while & Seatbelt safety tips pressing the release button on the top of the seatback. WARNING The head restraint should be adjusted so that the center of the head restraint is .
Page 45 1-17 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags the face or neck, adjust the shoulder belt a rear seat properly restrained at THE SRS AIRBAG. anchor height (window-side seating posi- all times. The SRS airbag de- According to accident statistics, tions only) and then if necessary move the ploys with considerable speed children are safer when properly child closer to the belt buckle to help...
Page 46: Emergency Locking Retractor (Elr)
1-18 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Emergency Locking Retrac- Retractor (ALR) mode. When the child restraint system is re- tor (ELR) moved, make sure that the retractor is The driver’s seatbelt has an Emergency restored to the Emergency Locking Re- Locking Retractor (ELR).
Page 47: Fastening The Seatbelt
The front passenger’s actions described above, immediately ger’s seatbelt(s) is/are still not fastened occupant detection system monitors contact your SUBARU dealer for an 6 seconds later, the seatbelt warning whether or not there is a passenger on inspection.
Page 48 1-20 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! Front seatbelts the front seatbacks should be always used in the upright posi- 1. Adjust the seat position according to tion while the vehicle is running. the following procedure. If the front seatbacks are not Driver’s seat: Adjust the seatback to the used in the upright position in a upright position.
Page 49 1-21 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 4. Insert the tongue plate into the buckle ! Adjusting the front seat shoulder WARNING until you hear a click. belt anchor height When wearing the seatbelts, make sure the shoulder portion of the webbing does not pass over your neck.
Page 50 1-22 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! Rear seatbelts (5-seater models)/ ! Adjusting the shoulder belt anchor Second-row seatbelts (7-seater height (rear seats of 5-seater mod- models) – excluding center seatbelt els/second-row seats of 7-seater models) 1. Sit well back in the seat. 2.
Page 51 1-23 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags NOTE ! Rear center seatbelt (5-seater mod- WARNING els)/second-row center seatbelt (7- When wearing the seatbelts, make seater models) sure the shoulder portion of the webbing does not pass over your neck. If it does, adjust the seatbelt anchor to a lower position.
Page 52 1-24 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Center seatbelt is stowed in the recess of WARNING WARNING the ceiling. 1. Remove the connector (tongue) plate Fastening the seatbelt with the web- Be sure to fasten both tongue plates from the slot located at the front of the bing twisted can increase the risk or to the respective buckles.
Page 53 1-25 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 2. Pull out the seatbelt slowly from the low as possible on your hips, not on your overhead retractor. waist. ! Unfastening the seatbelt 4. Insert the center seatbelt tongue plate in the center seatbelt buckle marked “CENTER”...
Page 54 1-26 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 2. With the belt held by hand, allow the CAUTION retractor to roll up the belt slowly. You should hold the webbing end and guide it . Do not allow the retractor to roll back into the retractor while it is rolling up.
Page 55 1-27 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! Third-row seatbelt (7-seater mod- Push the button on the buckle. els) NOTE 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 56: Seatbelt Maintenance
SUBARU dealer. When replacing seat- slack so that the belt more effectively...
Page 57: System Monitors
“ON” position. ping the entire vehicle due to bly or surrounding area has been collision damage or for other The following components are monitored damaged, contact your SUBARU dealer reasons, consult your SUBARU by the indicator. as soon as possible. dealer.
Page 58: System Servicing
SUBARU dealer system. Immediately take your vehi- the system’s wiring could result as soon as possible. cle to your nearest SUBARU dealer in accidental activation of the to have the system checked. Unless seatbelt pretensioner and/or air-...
Page 59: Precautions Against Vehicle Modification
(LATCH)” F1-38). Child restraint systems modification Children could be endangered in an Always consult your SUBARU dealer if accident if their child restraints are not you want to install any accessory parts to properly secured in the vehicle. When your vehicle.
Page 60: Where To Place A Child Restraint System
B: Rear outboard seats (5-seater mod- straint system els)/second-row outboard seats (7-sea- ter models) The following are SUBARU’s recommen- dations on where to place a child restraint Recommended positions for all types of system in your vehicle. child restraint systems.
Page 61 1-33 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags only a child restraint system that has a chorages) provided. strained in the rear seating posi- bottom base that fits snugly against the Some types of child restraints might not be tions than in the front seating posi- contours of the seat cushion and can be tions.
Page 62: Choosing A Child Restraint System
1-34 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Choosing a child restraint & Installing child restraint sys- child suffering personal injury in the system tems with A/ELR seatbelt event of an accident may be in- creased. WARNING ! Installing a rearward facing child .
Page 63 1-35 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 6. Take up the slack in the lap belt. 8. Push and pull the child restraint 10. To remove the child restraint system, system forward and from side to side to press the release button on the seatbelt 7.
Page 64 1-36 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags NOTE 5. Insert the tongue plate into the buckle until you hear a click. When the child restraint system is no longer in use, remove it and restore the ELR function of the retractor. That function is restored by retracting the seatbelt fully.
Page 65: Installing A Booster Seat
1-37 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Installing a booster seat For additional instructions, refer to “Top tether anchorages” F1-41. WARNING . Child restraint systems and seat- belts can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather;...
Page 66: Installation Of Child Restraint Systems By Use Of Lower And Tether Anchorages (Latch)
1-38 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags creased. effective in preventing or redu- cing injury. . Place the lap belt as low as possible on the child’s hips. A high-positioned lap belt will in- crease the risk of sliding under the lap belt and of the lap belt sliding up over the abdomen, and both can result in serious inter- nal injury or death.
Page 67 1-39 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags restraint system in your vehicle. Unsecured child restraint sys- tems can be thrown around in- side of the vehicle in a sudden stop, turn or accident; they can strike and injure vehicle occu- pants as well as result in serious injuries or death to the child.
Page 68 1-40 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags seatback. 2. Make the clearance between the seat cushion and seatback a little wider to Each lower anchorage is located where locate the two anchorages (bars) for the the seat cushion meets the seatback. position where you want to install the child CAUTION restraint system.
Page 69: Top Tether Anchorages
If you have any question concerning this belt. type of child restraint system, ask your 5. Connect the top tether hook to the SUBARU dealer. tether anchorage and firmly tighten the & Top tether anchorages tether. For information on how to set the top tether, refer to “Top tether anchorages”...
Page 70 1-42 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! To hook the top tether ! Third-row seat (7-seater models) ! Rear seat (5-seater models)/Second- row seat (7-seater models) 2. Confirm that there are no obstacles around the anchorages. Two tether anchorages are attached to the rear edge of the cargo area.
Page 71 1-43 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! Third-row seat (7-seater models) CAUTION When the child restraint system is to be secured using the top tether, pass the top tether under the head restraint between the head restraint stay posts. CAUTION 1.
Page 72 1-44 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags CAUTION Do not pass the top tether under the head restraint. The top tether will touch the head restraint and the resulting slack will prevent its se- cure installation. 3. Fasten the top tether hook of the child CAUTION restraint system to the appropriate upper anchorage.
Page 73: Srs Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
1-45 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags refer to “Seatbelts” F1-16. rear/second seating row) *SRS airbag (Supplemental . Do not sit or lean unnecessarily Restraint System airbag) These SRS airbags are designed only close to the SRS airbag. Because as a supplement to the primary protec- the SRS airbag deploys with *SRS: This stands for supplemental re- tion provided by the seatbelt.
Page 74 1-46 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ment, the driver should always restrained in the rear seating WARNING sit upright and well back in the positions than in the front seat- seat as far from the steering ing positions. . Put children aged 12 and under in wheel as practical while still a rear seat properly restrained at For instructions and precautions...
Page 75 1-47 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags blems after SRS airbag deploys, get fresh air promptly. . A deploying SRS airbag releases hot gas. Occupants could get burned if they come into direct contact with the hot gas. NOTE When you sell your vehicle, we urge you to explain to the buyer that it is equipped with SRS airbags by alerting him or her to the applicable section in...
Page 76 1-48 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! Components Side airbag sensor (center pillar right- hand side) 10) Airbag wiring 11) Seatbelt pretensioner (driver’s side) 12) Seatbelt pretensioner (front passenger’s side) 13) Curtain airbag sensor (rear wheel house right-hand side) 14) Curtain airbag sensor (rear wheel house left-hand side) 15) Curtain airbag module (right-hand side) 16) Curtain airbag module (left-hand side)
Page 77: Subaru Advanced Frontal Airbag System
CHILD’S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG. in the center portion of the steering wheel. Your vehicle is equipped with a SUBARU The front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag advanced frontal airbag system that com- is stowed near the top of the dashboard plies with the new advanced frontal airbag under an “SRS AIRBAG”...
Page 78 1-50 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags seatbelt to help avoid injuries that can result when the SRS airbag contacts an occupant not in proper position such as one thrown toward the front of the vehicle during pre- accident braking. WARNING WARNING Never hold a child on your lap or in The SRS airbag deploys with con-...
Page 79 Observe the following precautions. Failure warning light illuminates, have the system of the driver’s seat position and whether or to do so may prevent the SUBARU inspected by your SUBARU dealer im- not he/she is wearing the seatbelt. advanced frontal airbag system from...
Page 80 2 seconds. After that, one of the an audio amplifier) other than a genuine tem. indicators illuminates depending on the SUBARU accessory under the front pas- status of the front passenger’s SRS frontal senger’s seat. ! Passenger’s frontal airbag ON and airbag determined by the SUBARU ad- .
Page 81 1-53 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags . Do not place any article on the seat ! Conditions in which front passen- WARNING other than the child occupant and a child ger’s SRS frontal airbag is not restraint system. activated NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FA- .
Page 82 . Do not place any article under the front seatback pocket. small adult in the rear seat and im- mediately contact your SUBARU dealer passenger’s seat, or squeeze any article If the ON indicator still remains illuminated for an inspection. Even if the system from behind and under the seat.
Page 83 Trebol Motors suspension or floor panel can affect the position. P.O. Box 11204, San Juan, Puerto Rico operation of the SUBARU advanced air- . Ensure that there are no articles, 00910 bag system. If you have any questions, books, shoes, or other objects trapped...
Page 84 The SRS airbag can function only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. hands right after deployment. Doing front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag. so can cause burns because the The SUBARU advanced frontal airbag...
Page 85 1-57 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! Examples of accidents in which the ! Examples of the types of accidents components can be very hot as a result of deployment. driver’s/driver’s and front passen- in which it is possible that the ger’s SRS frontal airbag(s) will most driver’s/driver’s and front passen- The driver’s SRS frontal airbag and front...
Page 86: Seat, Seatbelt And Srs Airbags
1-58 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 87 1-59 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags The vehicle strikes an object, such as a ! Examples of the types of accidents in which deployment of the driver’s/driver’s telephone pole or sign pole. and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag(s) is unlikely to occur. The vehicle slides under the load bed of a truck.
Page 88: Srs Side Airbag And Srs Curtain Airbag
1-60 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! Examples of the types of accidents & SRS side airbag and SRS to deploy if the vehicle is struck from the side or from behind, or if it rolls onto its in which the driver’s/driver’s and curtain airbag side or roof, or if it is involved in a low- front passenger’s SRS frontal...
Page 89 1-61 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags airbag does not operate for third-row seat close to either front door. The occupants. SRS side airbag is stored in both front seat seatbacks next to the WARNING door, and it provides protection by deploying rapidly (faster than The SRS side airbag and SRS the blink of an eye) in the event of curtain airbag are designed as only...
Page 90 1-62 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags seatback. In the event of an accident, the force of the SRS side airbag deployment could injure the child seriously be- cause his/her head or arms or other parts of the body are too close to the SRS side airbag.
Page 91 1-63 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags A hands-free microphone or preventing deployment of the cur- front seat’s occupant. other accessory in such a loca- tain airbags. tion could be propelled through ! Operation Before hanging clothing on the coat the cabin with great force by the hooks, make sure there are no sharp curtain airbag, or it could prevent objects in the pockets.
Page 92 1-64 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags force, is located in each of the left and If the rollover sensor detects rollover of the front seat seatback with bare hands right center pillars and rear wheel houses. vehicle, the control module inflates the right after deployment.
Page 93 1-65 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ment during a side impact collision. That ! Example of the type of accident in level differs from one type of collision to which the SRS side airbag will most another, and it may have no bearing on likely deploy.
Page 94 1-66 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags A severe side impact near the front seat ! Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS curtain airbag will most or the rear seat activates the SRS curtain likely deploy. airbag. The vehicle rolls onto its side or the roof.
Page 95 1-67 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Hitting a curb, edge of pavement or hard ! Examples of the types of accidents in which it is possible that the SRS side surface airbag and the SRS curtain airbag will deploy. Falling into or jumping over a deep hole Landing hard or vehicle falling It is possible that the SRS side and curtain airbags will deploy if a serious impact...
Page 96 1-68 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags The vehicle is involved in an oblique ! Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS side airbag is unlikely to side-on impact. deploy. The vehicle is involved in a side-on impact in an area outside the vicinity of the passenger compartment.
Page 97 1-69 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags The vehicle is involved in an oblique ! Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS curtain airbag is unlikely side-on impact. to deploy. The vehicle is involved in a side-on impact in an area outside the vicinity of the passenger compartment.
Page 98 1-70 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags The vehicle is struck from behind. ! Examples of the types of accidents and SRS curtain airbag are activated on the first impact, they will not be activated in which the SRS side airbag and The SRS side airbag and SRS curtain on the second.
Page 99: Srs Airbag System Monitors
SRS airbag house right-hand side) system. Immediately take your vehi- . Curtain airbag sensor (rear wheel cle to your nearest SUBARU dealer house left-hand side) to have the system checked. Unless . Curtain airbag module (right-hand side) checked and properly repaired, the seatbelt pretensioners and/or SRS .
Page 100: Srs Airbag System Servicing
& Precautions against vehicle CAUTION should be performed only by an author- ized SUBARU dealer. When the compo- modification If you need service or repair in areas nents of the SRS airbag system are indicated in the following list, have...
Page 101 . Installation of additional electri- accessory parts to the side body. cal/electronic equipment such as Always consult your SUBARU dealer if a mobile two-way radio on or you want to install any accessory parts on near the SRS airbag system your vehicle.
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Page 103: Keys And Doors
Keys and doors Replacing lost transmitters ........ 2-12 Keys ..............Alarm system ............. 2-16 Key number plate ..........Immobilizer ............System operation..........2-16 Activating and deactivating the alarm system ..2-16 Security ID plate..........If you have accidentally triggered the alarm Security indicator light ........
Page 104: Keys
Keys and doors & Key number plate box locked when you leave your vehicle Keys and valet key at a parking facility. CAUTION Do not attach a large key holder or key case to either key. If it bangs against your knees while you are driving, it could turn the ignition switch from the “ON”...
Page 105: Immobilizer
Keys and doors . Do not get the key wet. If the key device may not cause harmful inter- Immobilizer ference, and (2) this device must gets wet, wipe it dry with a cloth accept any interference received, in- immediately. The immobilizer system is designed to cluding interference that may cause prevent an unauthorized person from...
Page 106: Security Indicator Light
For tioning. If this occurs, contact your information on replacement keys and on SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. the registration of keys with your immo- bilizer system, contact your SUBARU In case an unauthorized key is used (e.g.
Page 107: Door Locks
Keys and doors power door locking switch, push the “ ” Door locks sides of the switch and then close the & Locking and unlocking from door. In this case, all closed doors and the rear gate are locked at the same time. the outside Always make sure that all doors and the rear gate are locked before leaving your...
Page 108: Battery Drainage Prevention Function
The operational/non-operational setting of & Battery drainage prevention this function can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact your SUBARU function dealer to change the setting. If any of the doors or the rear gate is not...
Page 109: Power Door Locking Switches
Keys and doors gate are completely closed. Power door locking switches . The battery drainage prevention function does not operate while the key is in the ignition switch. Front passenger’s switch Lock Unlock Driver’s switch Lock All doors and the rear gate can be locked Unlock and unlocked by the power door locking switches located at the driver’s side and...
Page 110: Key Lock-In Prevention Function
Keys and doors door locking switches. tional setting can be changed by a Remote keyless entry system SUBARU dealer. Contact a SUBARU & Key lock-in prevention func- dealer for details. CAUTION tion NOTE . Do not expose the remote trans-...
Page 111: Locking The Doors
Keys and doors & Locking the doors to the following two conditions: (1) This equipment emitting strong radio waves device may not cause harmful inter- such as a power plant, broadcast station, ference, and (2) this device must TV tower, or remote controller of home accept any interference received, in- electronic appliances.
Page 112: Unlocking The Doors
Map light: OFF position Dome light: DOOR position Cargo area light: DOOR position A SUBARU dealer can change the illumi- nation period setting of the interior lights in accordance with your preference. Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer for details.
Page 113: Sounding A Panic Alarm
To replace the battery: button once. You may have the above settings done by The horn will sound and the turn signal your SUBARU dealer. lights will flash. & Replacing the battery To deactivate the panic alarm, press any button on the remote transmitter. Unless a...
Page 114: Replacing Lost Transmitters
2-12 Keys and doors 6. Replace with a new battery (Type CR1620 or equivalent) making sure to install the new battery with the negative (−) side facing up. 7. Put together the transmitter case by fitting the hooks on both sides of the case. 8.
Page 115 2-13 Keys and doors different. remote keyless entry system, it is neces- sary to program the transmitter’s code Programming transmitter codes into (identification number) into the system. A system: tag showing the code is affixed to the key unit, and another is affixed to the circuit board inside the transmitter.
Page 116 2-14 Keys and doors form the whole procedure again begin- ter code. For example, push the locking ning with part 1. switch eight times if the leftmost digit of the code is 8. 4. Open and close the door once within 15 seconds.
Page 117 2-15 Keys and doors NOTE NOTE you have only one current transmitter, . When you finish entering the eighth program it four times. If you have two If the code entered the second time is current transmitters, program each one digit, an electronic tone will sound for not identical to the code entered the twice.
Page 118: Alarm System
& System operation light and the map lights are deactivated “AL on” and the horn sounds once, as the factory setting. A SUBARU indicating that the system is now acti- The alarm system will give the following dealer can activate the system. Contact vated.
Page 119: If You Have Accidentally Triggered The Alarm System
2-17 Keys and doors & If you have accidentally trig- once and the indicator lights will start flashing rapidly. After rapid flashing for 30 gered the alarm system seconds (standby time), the indicator ! To stop the alarm lights will then flash slowly (twice approxi- mately every 2 seconds), indicating that Do any of the following operations.
Page 120: Disarming The System
If the interval between the first and second presses of the “ ” button (for formed by your SUBARU dealer. . The system is in the standby mode unlocking of all of the doors and the for a 30-second period after locking the rear gate) is extremely short, the sys- doors with the remote transmitter.
Page 121: Passive Arming
4. Before closing the doors, lock all doors If you wish to program the passive arming LOCK with the inside door lock levers. mode, have it done by your SUBARU 5. Close the doors. The system will dealer. automatically arm after 1 minute.
Page 122: Tripped Sensor Identification
30 5 times seconds. . When the ignition switch was turned to If you desire, your SUBARU dealer can the “ON” position by using a key not connect them and set them for activation registered with your immobilizer system: 3 or deactivation.
Page 123: Child Safety Locks
2-21 Keys and doors ! Driver’s side switches Child safety locks Windows & Power windows WARNING WARNING Always use the child safety lock whenever a child rides in the rear. To avoid serious personal injury Serious injury could result if a child caused by entrapment, always con- accidentally opened the door and form to the following instructions...
Page 124 2-22 Keys and doors ! Operating the driver’s window To open: Push the appropriate switch down and hold it until the window reaches the desired position. To close: Pull the switch up lightly and hold it. The Open window will close as long as the switch is Automatically open held.
Page 125 2-23 Keys and doors ! Passengers’ side switches ! Locking the passengers’ windows Rear passengers’ window switches Open Front passenger’s window switch Push the lock switch. When the lock Close switch is in the “LOCK” position, the Open Close To open: passengers’...
Page 126: Rear Gate
2-24 Keys and doors Rear gate WARNING . To prevent dangerous exhaust gas from entering the vehicle, always keep the rear gate closed while driving. . Do not attempt to shut the rear gate while holding the recessed grip. Also avoid closing the rear gate by pulling on the recessed grip from inside the cargo space.
Page 127: Moonroof (If Equipped)
2-25 Keys and doors NOTE . Never try to check the anti-en- Moonroof (if equipped) If the rear gate cannot be unlocked due trapment function by deliberately placing part of your body in the to a discharged vehicle battery, a WARNING moonroof.
Page 128: Tilt Function
2-26 Keys and doors & Tilt function NOTE To stop the moonroof at a selected mid- way position while opening or closing it, One-touch operation does not take momentarily push the switch to the place when the moonroof is raised or “OPEN”...
Page 129: Sun Shade
2-27 Keys and doors CAUTION Never attempt to test this function using fingers, hands or other parts of your body. NOTE For the sake of safety, it is recom- mended that you avoid driving with the moonroof fully opened. & Sun shade The sun shade can be slid forward or backward by hand while the moonroof is closed.
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Page 131: Instruments And Controls
Low outside temperature warning ...... 3-22 indicators............3-12 Multi function display (vehicles without a CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp ..........3-12 genuine SUBARU navigation system)... 3-23 Charge warning light .......... 3-13 Current fuel consumption ........3-23 Oil pressure warning light ........3-13 Average fuel consumption .........
Page 132 Instruments and controls Light control switch ........... 3-26 Wiper and washer..........3-33 Headlights............3-26 Windshield wiper and washer switches ....3-34 High/low beam change (dimmer)......3-27 Rear window wiper and washer switch ....3-35 Headlight flasher ..........3-27 Windshield wiper deicer........3-36 Daytime running light system ......
Page 133: Ignition Switch
Instruments and controls . If the ignition switch will not move tion to the “Acc” or “LOCK” posi- Ignition switch from the “LOCK” position to the “Acc” tion, thereby stopping the engine. position, turn the steering wheel Also, if the key is attached to a WARNING slightly to the left and right as you turn keyholder or to a large bunch of...
Page 134: Acc
Instruments and controls & Acc NOTE contains an immobilizer transponder. . The key is near or touching another The engine may not start in the follow- In this position the electrical accessories transmitter. ing cases. (radio, accessory power outlet, etc.) can be used.
Page 135: Hazard Warning Flasher
Instruments and controls ignition switch to start the engine. This Hazard warning flasher Meters and gauges is not a malfunction. & Canceling the function for NOTE meter needle/gauge move- Liquid-crystal displays are used in ment and combination meter some of the meters and gauges on sequential illumination upon the combination meter.
Page 136: Speedometer
Instruments and controls & Speedometer meter needles and gauges when the combination meter when the ignition ignition switch is turned to the “ON” switch is turned to the “ON” position. To The speedometer shows the vehicle position. To change the current setting, change the current setting, press the trip speed.
Page 137: Double Trip Meter
If the trip meter shows “ ”, immediately the odometer/trip meter is lit up. If you do contact the nearest SUBARU dealer and not press the trip knob within 10 seconds have the vehicle communication system of illumination of the odometer/trip meter, inspected.
Page 138: Fuel Gauge
Instruments and controls ! Low fuel warning light level movement in the tank. pointer of the tachometer in the red zone. This may cause severe da- If you press the trip knob while the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” or “Acc” position, mage to the engine.
Page 139: Driver's Seatbelt Warning
Instruments and controls & Temperature gauge Warning and indicator lights CAUTION If the pointer exceeds the normal Several of the warning and indicator lights operating range, safely stop the illuminate momentarily and then turn off vehicle as soon as possible. when the ignition switch is initially turned to the “ON”...
Page 140: Seatbelt Warning Light And Chime
If any lights do not illuminate, it indicates a device operates as follows according burned-out bulb or a malfunction of the to the vehicle speed. corresponding system. . At speeds lower than approxi- Consult your authorized SUBARU dealer mately 9 mph (15 km/h)
Page 141: Srs Airbag System Warning Light
The front passenger’s crease the risk of injury. tact your SUBARU dealer for an inspec- occupant detection system monitors . Flashing or flickering of the warn- tion. whether or not there is a passenger on ing light the front passenger’s seat.
Page 142: Front Passenger's Frontal Airbag On And Off Indicators
& Front passenger’s frontal status of the front passenger’s SRS frontal nates while you are driving, have airbag ON and OFF indica- airbag determined by the SUBARU ad- your vehicle checked/repaired by tors vanced frontal airbag system monitoring. your SUBARU dealer as soon as If the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag...
Page 143: Charge Warning Light
. Stop towing a trailer as soon as erly. Contact your nearest SUBARU deal- If this light illuminates when the engine is er for service immediately. possible. running, it may indicate that the engine oil pressure is low and the lubricating system –...
Page 144: Rear Differential Oil Temperature Warning Light
If the light does not turn off, contact the a different size than the size indicated on When the system detects a malfunction, nearest SUBARU dealer for service. the vehicle placard or tire inflation pres- the telltale will flash for approximately one...
Page 145: Abs Warning Light
Low tire pres- your nearest SUBARU dealer as soon as low pressure threshold, the low tire sure warning light will illuminate pressure warning light should turn possible.
Page 146: Brake System Warning Light
. The warning light remains illumi- continues to operate normally. Have your vehicle towed to the nated after the engine has been started, nearest SUBARU dealer for re- . The warning light does not illu- but it turns off when the vehicle speed pair.
Page 147: Low Fuel Warning Light
3-17 Instruments and controls NOTE the vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU 4. If both warning lights illuminate again dealer for repair. and remain illuminated after the engine This light does not turn off unless the has been restarted, shut down the engine...
Page 148: Windshield Washer Fluid Warning Light
Continued driving with the AWD following conditions. Have your vehicle The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is checked at a SUBARU dealer immedi- warning light flashing can lead to probably inoperative under any of the powertrain damage. If the AWD ately.
Page 149: Security Indicator Light
. The warning light illuminates right ing condition. Have your vehicle checked after the engine is started but turns off at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. ! Immobilizer system immediately, remaining off. . The light does not turn off even after .
Page 150: Sport Mode Indicator Light
ENGINE warning light/malfunction in- rapidly, the turn signal bulb may be burned dicator lamp flash simultaneously dur- out. Replace the bulb as soon as possible. ing driving, have the vehicle checked Refer to “Replacing bulbs” F11-40. by your nearest SUBARU dealer.
Page 151: Cruise Control Indicator Light
If your vehicle is equipped with a turned to the “ON” position and turns off genuine SUBARU navigation system, after approximately 3 seconds. refer to the Owner’s Manual supple- This light illuminates when vehicle speed ment for the navigation system.
Page 152: Outside Temperature Indicator
& Low outside temperature Outside temperature indica- warning NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with a genuine SUBARU navigation system, refer to the Owner’s Manual supple- ment for the navigation system. Except U.S.-spec. models The outside temperature indicator shows the outside temperature in a range from U.S.-spec.
Page 153: Multi Function Display (Vehicles Without A Genuine Subaru Navigation System)
NOTE temperature, the display switches to the . If your vehicle is equipped with a outside temperature indication and flashes genuine SUBARU navigation system, for 5 seconds before returning to its refer to the Owner’s Manual supple- original indication. ment for the navigation system.
Page 154: Average Fuel Consumption
3-24 Instruments and controls & Average fuel consumption & Driving range on remaining Pressing the trip knob toggles the indica- tion between the average fuel consump- fuel tion corresponding to the A trip meter indication and the average fuel consump- tion corresponding to the B trip meter indication.
Page 155: Journey Time
3-25 Instruments and controls & Journey time 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 156: Light Control Switch
3-26 Instruments and controls & Headlights display is giving an indication other than Light control switch the journey time, the display switches to the journey time, flashes for 5 seconds, and returns to its original indication each WARNING time a complete hour has elapsed. To prevent battery discharge result- NOTE ing from accidentally leaving your...
Page 157: High/Low Beam Change (Dimmer)
3-27 Instruments and controls & High/low beam change (dim- & Headlight flasher & Daytime running light system mer) WARNING The brightness of the illumination of the high beam headlights is reduced by the daytime running light system. The light switch must always be turned to the “...
Page 158: Turn Signal Lever
3-28 Instruments and controls NOTE Turn signal lever Illumination brightness con- When the control dial is turned fully trol upward, the illumination brightness becomes the maximum and the auto- matic dimming function does not work at all. To activate the right turn signal, push the turn signal lever up.
Page 159: Headlight Beam Leveler (If Equipped)
3-29 Instruments and controls Headlight beam leveler (if equipped) Adjust the headlight beam level with the following dial positions according to the number of passengers and load condition. – CONTINUED –...
Page 160: For 5-Seater Models
3-30 Instruments and controls & For 5-seater models Dial position Number of front seat Number of rear seat Load in the luggage Trailer towing occupants occupants compartment area 1 or 2 No load No load Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable Not applicable...
Page 161: For 7-Seater Models
3-31 Instruments and controls & For 7-seater models Dial position Number of front seat Number of 2nd seat Number of 3rd seat Load in the luggage Trailer towing occupants occupants occupants compartment area 1 or 2 No load No load No load Full load Full load...
Page 162: Parking Light Switch
3-32 Instruments and controls Parking light switch Front fog light switch The indicator light on the combination meter will illuminate when the fog lights are illuminated. The parking light switch operates regard- The front fog lights operate only when the light switch is in the “...
Page 163: Wiper And Washer
Keep the washer button areas where water freezes in on a dry windshield or rear depressed at least for 1 second so that winter, use SUBARU Windshield window, always use the wind- washer solution will be sprinkled all Washer Fluid or the equivalent.
Page 164: Windshield Wiper And Washer Switches
3-34 Instruments and controls . Grease, wax, insects or other mate- ! Windshield wipers ! Mist (for a single wipe) rial on the windshield or the wiper blades results in jerky wiper operation and streaking on the glass. If you cannot remove those streaks after operating the washer or if the wiper operation is jerky, clean the outer sur-...
Page 165: Rear Window Wiper And Washer Switch
3-35 Instruments and controls & Rear window wiper and When the wiper switch is in the “ ” NOTE position, turn the dial to adjust the operat- washer switch ing interval of the wiper. The operating interval can be adjusted in nine steps.
Page 166: Windshield Wiper Deicer
When you subsequently move the select Your SUBARU dealer can set your wind- lever of the automatic transmission to the shield wiper deicer to the continuous “R” position, the rear wiper will switch to operation mode.
Page 167: Rear Window Defogger Button
9 mph (15 Your SUBARU dealer can set your rear km/h) or less for 15 minutes, the wind- window defogger to the continuous opera- shield wiper deicer automatically stops tion mode.
Page 168: Mirrors
3-38 Instruments and controls & Type B inside mirror (if NOTE Mirrors equipped) The outside mirror defogger also oper- ates while the rear window defogger is Always check that the inside and outside operating. mirrors are properly adjusted before you start driving.
Page 169 3-39 Instruments and controls For precautions about the rear view Period of camera and the rear view image, refer to time multi- Gear Function “Rear view camera” F6-22. function position displayed button is ! Auto-dimming function pressed The auto-dimming function is an anti-glare Briefly Rear view display capability which automatically reduces...
Page 170 3-40 Instruments and controls ! Electronic compass display ! Compass calibration By pressing the multifunction button for 3 1. For optimum calibration, switch off all to 6 seconds, the compass display is nonessential electrical accessories (rear toggled on or off. When the compass window defogger, heater/air conditioning display is on, an illuminated compass system, spotlight, etc.) and ensure all...
Page 171: Type C Inside Mirror (If Equipped)
3-41 Instruments and controls & Type C inside mirror (if or off. When the compass is on, an sensors clean using a piece of dry soft illuminated compass reading will appear cotton cloth or an applicator. equipped) in the lower part of the mirror. ! Compass calibration Even with the mirror in anti-glare mode, 1.
Page 172: Outside Mirrors
3-42 Instruments and controls & Outside mirrors ! Compass zone adjustment ! Remote control mirror switch 1. The zone setting is factory preset to Zone 8. Refer to the “Compass calibration zone” map attached to the end of this manual to verify that the compass zone setting is correct for your geographical location.
Page 173 3-43 Instruments and controls ! Outside mirror defogger manually. This makes it possible to than necessary. operate them by switch operation. . When you operate the power folding ! Power folding mirror switch (if mirror switch continuously, it may equipped) temporarily stop working.
Page 174: Tilt Steering Wheel
3-44 Instruments and controls 5. Make sure that the steering wheel is Tilt steering wheel Horn securely locked by moving it up and down. WARNING Do not adjust the steering wheel tilt position while driving. This may cause loss of vehicle control and result in personal injury.
Page 175 Climate control Lubrication oil circulation in the refrigerant Ventilator.............. circuit.............. 4-10 Airflow ..............Checking air conditioning system before summer Ventilator ............season ............4-10 Automatic climate control system ..... Cooling and dehumidifying in high humidity and Control panel ............low temperature weather conditions ....4-10 Rear air conditioner (if equipped)......
Page 176: Climate Control
Climate control Ventilator & Airflow Ventilator and airflow : Standard : If equipped...
Page 177 Climate control ! Airflow mode selection *: If equipped – CONTINUED –...
Page 178: Ventilator
Climate control & Ventilator ! Side ventilators ! Rear ventilators (if equipped) ! Center ventilators Open Move the tab up and down or rotate right Close and left to adjust the flow direction. Move the tab up and down or right and left Move the tab up and down or right and left to adjust the flow direction.
Page 179: Automatic Climate Control System
Climate control “AUTO” button is pressed, and is used to ! AUTO button Automatic climate control maintain a constant, comfortable climate system AUTO mode operation: within the passenger compartment. The temperature can be set within a range NOTE of 65 to 858F (18 to 328C). .
Page 180 Climate control ! OFF button ! Temperature control dial passenger’s side. Each temperature setting is shown on the display. With the dial set at your desired temperature, the system automatically adjusts the tempera- ture of air supplied from the outlets such that the desired temperature is achieved and maintained.
Page 181 Climate control – Defroster button system to the AUTO mode by pushing intensity of the sunlight, etc. the “AUTO” button or turn off by pushing ! A/C – Air conditioner button the “OFF” button. Alternatively, push the “ ” button again to return the system to the setting that was selected before you activated the defros- ter.
Page 182: Rear Air Conditioner (If Equipped)
Climate control ! Airflow mode selection button ! Air inlet selection button to the OFF position as soon as the outside dusty condition clears. NOTE When driving on a dusty road or behind a vehicle that emits unpleasant exhaust gases, set the air inlet selection button to the ON position.
Page 183: Temperature Sensors
Climate control & Temperature sensors button on the control panel is in the “ON” – Interior air temperature sensor: on the position. The fan speed of the rear air side of the driver-side part of the center conditioner can be adjusted using the rear panel –...
Page 184: Operating Tips For Heater And Air Conditioner
CFC12 (freon). Consult your SUBARU Since the condenser is located in front of SUBARU dealer. dealer for service. Repairs needed as a...
Page 185: Air Filtration System
It is recommended that you have your filter checked or replaced by your SUBARU dealer. For replacement, we recommend the use of a genuine SUBARU air filter kit. 2. Unhook the strap.
Page 186 4-12 Climate control 4. Remove the air filter cover by detach- 6. Replace the air filter with a new one. 10. Secure the glove box with the one clip. ing the five clips. 7. Install the air filter cover. 11. Install the instrument panel side cover. 8.
Page 187 4-13 Climate control CAUTION Contact your SUBARU dealer if the following occurs, even if it is not yet time to change the filter. – Reduction of the airflow through the vents. – Windshield gets easily fogged or misted. NOTE The filter can influence the air condi- tioning, heating and defroster perfor- mance if not properly maintained.
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Page 189: Audio
Audio Antenna system ..........Type B audio set (if equipped)......5-15 Printed antenna........... Radio operation ..........5-15 FM reception ............Built in CD changer operation ......5-21 Installation of accessories........Audio control buttons ........5-26 Audio set ............. MODE button ............. 5-26 Auxiliary input jack..........
Page 190: Antenna System
Antenna system Installation of accessories portion of the rear window glass. & Printed antenna Always consult your SUBARU dealer & FM reception before installing a citizen band radio or other transmitting device in your vehicle. CAUTION...
Page 191: Audio Set
Audio & Type B audio set Audio set Your SUBARU may be equipped with one of the following audio sets. See the pages indicated in this section for operating details. & Type A audio set . Radio operation: refer to page 5-15 .
Page 192: Type A Audio Set (If Equipped)
Audio (1) Satellite radio mode button Type A audio set (if equipped) (2) FM AM mode button (3) Auxiliary audio unit and Rear seat The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “Acc” or “ON” position. entertainment selection button (4) Tuning button &...
Page 193 Audio ! To change tone and balance control modes Each brief press of the “TONE BAL” button (9) changes control modes in the following sequence starting from volume control mode. (When the radio is first turned on, the control mode is in the volume control.) The “TONE BAL”...
Page 194 Audio ! FM/AM radio Control mode (range of le- vels) ! FM/AM selection button Push the “FM AM” button (2) when the radio is off to turn on the radio. Push the “FM AM” button when the radio is on to select FM1, FM2 or AM reception. ! Stereo indicator The stereo indicator “ST”...
Page 195 ! Selecting preset stations To receive satellite radio, it is necessary to automatically search for a receivable install the SUBARU genuine satellite station and stop at the first one it finds. Presetting a station with a preset button receiver (optional part) and to enter into...
Page 196 For more satellite radio customer support. Press the “SCAN” button (8) to change the information, contact your SUBARU dealer The satellite radio ID can be found on the radio to the SCAN mode. In this mode, the or XM audio display by tuning the channel to “0”.
Page 197 Audio 2. Press the “SCAN” button (8) or the button again to return to the audio set “TUNE TRACK” button (4) to select the sound. channel. NOTE 3. Press one of the preset buttons (10) If your vehicle is equipped with a Rear for more than 1.5 seconds to store the Seat Entertainment System, refer to the channel.
Page 198: Compact Disc Player Operation
5-10 Audio & Compact disc player operation (1) CD button (2) Track button (3) AUDIO button (4) Seek and Folder button (5) Random button (6) Repeat button (7) Scan button (8) Eject button ! To playback a compact disc ! When CD is not in the player 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...
Page 199 5-11 Audio . If you insert a disc that cannot be of the next track/file (track). Each time this select the first track/file (track) on the played by the player, “CHECK DISC” side of the button is pressed, the indicated disc and start playing it.
Page 200 5-12 Audio ! Repeating – Press the “RDM” button cancel the folder repeat-play mode, – Press the “SCAN” button press it again to reselect the folder ! To repeat the currently playing track/ – Press the “ ” button repeat-play mode. file (track) .
Page 201 5-13 Audio NOTE next one in the following sequence. selected one. After all tracks/files (tracks) on the disc/folder has been scanned, Random playback will be cancelled if normal playback mode is restored. you perform any of the following steps. . Press the “RPT” button To cancel a scan, press the button again.
Page 202 5-14 Audio . If the disc is left ejected for more than approximately 15 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the “LOCK” position, a disc protection function will operate, automatically reloading the disc. In this case, the disc is not played. ! Display selection (MP3 disc) If you press the “AUDIO”...
Page 203: Type B Audio Set (If Equipped)
5-15 Audio (1) Satellite radio mode button Type B audio set (if equipped) (2) FM AM mode button (3) Auxiliary audio unit and Rear seat The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “Acc” or “ON” positions. entertainment selection button (4) Tuning button &...
Page 204 5-16 Audio ! To change tone and balance control modes Each brief press of the “TONE BAL” button (9) changes control modes in the following sequence starting from volume control mode. (When the radio is first turned on, the control mode is in the volume control.) The “TONE BAL”...
Page 205 5-17 Audio ! FM/AM radio Control mode (Range of le- vels) ! FM/AM selection button Push the “FM AM” button (2) when the radio is off to turn on the radio. Push the “FM AM” button when the radio is on to select FM1, FM2 or AM reception. ! Stereo indicator The stereo indicator “ST”...
Page 206 ! Selecting preset stations To receive satellite radio, it is necessary to automatically search for a receivable install the SUBARU genuine satellite Presetting a station with a preset button station and stop at the first one it finds. receiver (optional part) and to enter into...
Page 207 For more satellite radio customer support. Press the “SCAN” button (8) to change the information, contact your SUBARU dealer The satellite radio ID can be found on the radio to the SCAN mode. In this mode, the or XM audio display by tuning the channel to “0”.
Page 208 5-20 Audio 2. Press the “SCAN” button (8) or the button again to return to the audio set “TUNE TRACK” button (4) to select the sound. channel. NOTE 3. Press one of the preset buttons (10) If your vehicle is equipped with a Rear for more than 1.5 seconds to store the Seat Entertainment System, refer to the channel.
Page 209: Built In Cd Changer Operation
5-21 Audio & Built in CD changer operation (1) CD button (2) Track button (3) AUDIO button (4) Seek and Folder button (5) Random button (6) Repeat button (7) Scan button (8) Eject button (9) Disc select button (10) Load button NOTE .
Page 210 5-22 Audio ! Inserting a disc in a desired position ! How to insert a CD(s) button (10) for more than 1.5 seconds, the player will produce beep sound and will 1. Briefly press the “LOAD” button (10). If ! Inserting a CD enter the full disc loading mode.
Page 211 5-23 Audio NOTE ! Repeating ! When there are CDs loaded: In an MP3 folder, skipping past the first Press a desired one of the disc select ! To repeat the currently playing track/ track/file (track) will take you to the last buttons (9) the disc number indicator of file (track) track/file (track) in the folder.
Page 212 5-24 Audio – Press the disc select button NOTE mode, press it again to reselect the – Select the radio mode disc/folder repeat-play mode. Random playback will be cancelled if . The disc/folder repeat-play mode – Press the “RSE AUX” button you perform any of the following steps.
Page 213 5-25 Audio ! Page (track/folder title) scroll (MP3 next one in the following sequence. normal playback will be resumed. To cancel the scan mode, press the button disc) again. If, having pressed the “AUDIO” button (3) to select track title or folder title display, NOTE you press the “AUDIO”...
Page 214: Audio Control Buttons
5-26 Audio ! How to unload CDs from the player the player is in all disc ejection mode, Audio control buttons the mode will be cancelled following ! Ejecting a CD from the player ejection of the disc that is currently These buttons are located on the spokes being ejected.
Page 215 If your vehicle is equipped with a the previous channel. A number indicating the volume will be genuine SUBARU navigation system, shown on the audio display. That station’s frequency will be shown on the display will show “ ”.
Page 216: Auxiliary Input Jack
5-28 Audio 3. Play back the portable audio player. disconnection of the cord or malfunc- Auxiliary input jack Refer to the Owner’s Manual for the tions of the portable player. portable audio player. NOTE . The output sound of the portable audio player is not loud, and the sound via the vehicle’s speakers that are connected to the vehicle audio set...
Page 217: Rear Seat Entertainment (Rse) System Operation (If Equipped)
5-29 Audio Rear Seat Entertainment Precautions to observe when (RSE) system operation (if handling a compact disc equipped) Use only compact discs (CDs, CD-Rs and CD-RWs) that have the mark shown in the If your vehicle is equipped with the Rear following illustration.
Page 218 5-30 Audio there are deposits, wipe the disc surface from the center outward with a dry, soft cloth. Be sure not to use a hard cloth, thinner, benzine, alcohol, etc. . Do not use any disc that is scratched, deformed, or cracked. Also, do not use any disc that has a non-standard shape (for example, a heart shape).
Page 219: Interior Equipment
Interior equipment Interior light ............Cargo area cover (if equipped) ......6-14 Dome light ............Using the cover ..........6-14 Cargo area light ..........To remove the cover .......... 6-15 Rear gate light ............ To install the cover housing ....... 6-15 Map light.............
Page 220: Interior Light
The setting of the period for which the light Models without Rear Seat Entertainment remains on (OFF delay timer) can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact DOOR the nearest SUBARU dealer for details. The dome light switch has the following three positions.
Page 221: Rear Gate Light
– The operational/non-operational setting of this function can be changed The rear gate light is located inside the by a SUBARU dealer. Contact your vehicle on the rear gate. Push the right SUBARU dealer to change the setting. side of the switch to turn it on, and push –...
Page 222: Automatic Ambient Light For Center Console Area (If Equipped)
The automatic ambient light illuminates remains illuminated (OFF delay timer) can when the ignition switch is in the “ON” be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Con- position and the light control switch is in tact your SUBARU dealer for details.
Page 223: Sun Visor Extension Plate
Interior equipment & Sun visor extension plate To use the vanity mirror, swing down the CAUTION sun visor and open the vanity mirror cover. With the sun visor positioned over the side The light beside the vanity mirror illumi- window, you can use the sun visor Do not pull out the extension plate nates when the mirror cover is opened.
Page 224: Storage Compartment
Interior equipment & Glove box & Center console box Storage compartment CAUTION . Always keep the storage com- partment closed while driving to reduce the risk of injury in the event of sudden stops or an accident. . Do not store spray cans, contain- ers with flammable or corrosive liquids or any other dangerous items in the storage compart-...
Page 225: Rear Console
Interior equipment & Rear console ! Upper compartment ! Lower compartment Upper compartment lock release Lower compartment lock release The rear console is located in the back of the center console box. Pull it out to use it. Pull up the upper compartment lock Pull up the lower compartment lock release to open the upper compartment.
Page 226: Overhead Console
Interior equipment & Overhead console Cup holder CAUTION Take care to avoid spills. Beverages, if hot, might burn you or your passengers. Spilled beverages may also damage upholstery or carpets. & Front passenger’s cup holder CAUTION The dual cup holder is built into the center console near the select lever.
Page 227: Rear Seat (5-Seater Models)/Second-Row Seat (7-Seater Models) Passenger's Cup Holder
Interior equipment & Rear seat (5-seater models)/ & Third-row seat cup holders Bottle holders Second-row seat (7-seater (7-seater models) models) passenger’s cup CAUTION holder . Do not pick up a bottle from the bottle holder or put a bottle in the holder while you are driving, as this may distract you and lead to an accident.
Page 228: Accessory Power Outlets
6-10 Interior equipment trim can be used to hold beverage bottles Accessory power outlets are provided in Accessory power outlets and other items. the center console (lower compartment) and in the rear cabin. Electrical power (12V DC) from the battery is available at any of the outlets when the ignition switch is in either the “Acc”...
Page 229 6-11 Interior equipment especially metal ones such as ance. coins or aluminum foil, into the . If the plug on your electric appli- accessory power outlet. That ance is either too loose or too could cause a short circuit. Al- tight for the accessory power ways put the cap on the acces- outlet, this can result in a poor...
Page 230: Coat Hook
6-12 Interior equipment compartment) and the lid. It is also Coat hook ment. Before hanging clothing on possible to pass the cord through a the coat hooks, make sure there are groove in the lid and up to the center no pointed objects in the pockets.
Page 231: Shopping Bag Hook
6-13 Interior equipment Shopping bag hook Floor mat CAUTION Do not hang items on the shopping bag hook that weigh 11 lbs (5 kg) or more. CAUTION A retaining pin is located on the driver’s Make sure the driver’s floor mat is side of the vehicle next to the fuel filler placed back in its proper location door release.
Page 232: Cargo Area Cover (If Equipped)
6-14 Interior equipment Cargo area cover (if CAUTION equipped) . Be careful not to pinch your hand between the headrest and the The cargo area cover is provided for cargo area cover when you re- covering the cargo area and to protect its cline the rear seat.
Page 233: To Remove The Cover
6-15 Interior equipment & To remove the cover & To install the cover housing 1. Rewind the cover. 3. Insert the projections located on the both ends of the sleeve into the recesses 1. Remove the cover at the cover hous- of the retainers.
Page 234: Convenient Tie-Down Hooks
6-16 Interior equipment & 5-seater models Convenient tie-down hooks Under-floor storage compart- ment CAUTION The subfloor storage compartment is located under the floor of the cargo area The convenient tie-down hooks are and can be used to store small items. To designed only for securing light open the lid, pull the handle up.
Page 235: 7-Seater Models
6-17 Interior equipment & 7-seater models desired device. For details on the device HomeLink® Wireless Control types which can be operated by this System (if equipped) system, consult the HomeLink website at www.homelink.com or call 1-800-355- 3515. Note the following about this system: If your vehicle is equipped with the HomeLink®...
Page 236: Garage Door Opener Programming In The U.s.a
6-18 Interior equipment NOTE garage door opener or other . After programming your HomeLink® device. Make sure that people and objects are out of the way Wireless Control System for the de- of the garage door opener or sired devices, retain the hand-held other device to prevent potential transmitters for further programming harm or damage.
Page 237: Programming Rolling-Code-Protected Garage Door Openers In The U.s.a
6-19 Interior equipment your garage door opener may be pro- and easier. tected by a rolling code feature. In this case you need to perform additional steps. Refer to “Programming rolling-code-pro- tected garage door openers in the U.S.A.” F6-19. NOTE Rolling-code-protected garage door openers are manufactured after 1996.
Page 238: Programming For Entrance Gates And Garage Door Openers In Canada
6-20 Interior equipment trol System and your garage door opener memory of all three buttons. should activate when the HomeLink® 3. Hold the end of the entrance gate’s/ button is pressed. garage door opener’s hand-held transmit- ter between 1 and 3 inches (25 and 76 &...
Page 239: Programming Other Devices
6-21 Interior equipment & In case a problem occurs opener by pressing the programmed 3. Press and hold the hand-held trans- HomeLink® button. mitter button. The HomeLink® indicator If you cannot activate a device using the light will flash, first slowly and then rapidly. corresponding HomeLink®...
Page 240: Rear View Camera (If Equipped)
. When replacing the fuse, be sure Contact your SUBARU dealer to use a fuse with the specified for an inspection. Continued use rating. Use of a fuse with a...
Page 241: How To Use The Rear View Camera
6-23 Interior equipment & Viewing range on the screen NOTE moisten a clean cloth with a diluted . The image of the rear view camera neutral detergent to remove the wax. . The camera lens has hard coating to has priority over other screen displays. .
Page 242: Help Line
6-24 Interior equipment tion cannot be seen on the screen. CAUTION The range that can be viewed with the rear view camera is limited. Always be sure to check with your eyes when moving backward and proceed slowly. & Help line The help line (distance marker and vehicle Image from camera Range of view...
Page 243 6-25 Interior equipment ! When there is an upward slope at the ferent from the indication of the help lines. back . Differences may occur due to number of passengers or loaded cargo. . When the vehicle is on a slope or when the vehicle is inclined against the road, the indication is different from the actual posi-...
Page 244 6-26 Interior equipment ! Feature of distance marker ! When there is a downward slope at the back 3 feet (1 m) line 3 feet (1 m) 6.5 feet (2 m) line 10 feet (3 m) line The distance on the screen looks nearer The distance marker shows the distance than the actual distance.
Page 245: Starting And Operating
Starting and operating Fuel ..............Power steering........... 7-18 Fuel requirements ..........Braking ............... 7-19 Fuel filler lid and cap........... Braking tips............7-19 State emission testing (U.S. only)...... Brake system ............ 7-19 Preparing to drive ..........Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ..... 7-20 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)......
Page 246: Fuel
Contact light/Malfunction indicator lamp may also forming in your engine and fuel system. your SUBARU dealer if you use a fuel with illuminate. If this occurs, return to your This helps keep your engine in tune and the specified octane rating and your authorized SUBARU dealer for diagnosis.
Page 247: Fuel Filler Lid And Cap
The lever is on the floor emissions. SUBARU approves the use of improper fuel are not covered under the at the left of the driver’s seat.
Page 248 Starting and operating 3. Remove the fuel filler cap by turning it tion, causing fuel to overflow the WARNING slowly counterclockwise. tank and creating a fire hazard. Before opening the fuel filler cap, . Stop refueling when the auto- WARNING first touch the vehicle body or a matic stop mechanism on the metal portion of the fuel pump or...
Page 249: State Emission Testing (U.s. Only)
” sign in the fuel the SUBARU Limited Warranty. gauge. This indicates that the fuel filler . Always use a genuine SUBARU Resultant vehicle damage due to improper testing is not covered door (lid) is located on the right side of fuel filler cap.
Page 250 Starting and operating “CHECK ENGINE” warning light/MIL is in order to meet their obligation under not damage a SUBARU AWD vehicle. federal law to implement stricter vehicle not properly operating or there is one or Under no circumstances should the rear...
Page 251: Preparing To Drive
(4) If the engine still refuses to start, position and check the operation of the Engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid, contact your nearest SUBARU dealer warning and indicator lights. Refer to washer fluid and other fluid levels for assistance.
Page 252: Stopping The Engine
Starting and operating started. The fuel injection system auto- Stopping the engine Remote engine start system matically lowers the idle speed as the (dealer option) engine warms up. WARNING While the engine is warming up, make WARNING sure that the select lever is at the “P” or Do not stop the engine when the “N”...
Page 253: Starting Your Vehicle
Starting and operating & Entering the vehicle while it an additional four times. If the vehicle fails to start after the additional attempts, the is running via remote start remote engine start system will abort and 1. Unlock the vehicle doors using the return to a non activated state.
Page 254: Pre-Heating Or Pre-Cooling The Interior Of The Vehicle
7-10 Starting and operating ! To disengage the service mode transmitter within a few seconds immedi- be adjusted using the following procedure. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” ately following remote engine start shut- 1. Open the driver’s door (the driver’s position, depress and hold the brake down.
Page 255: System Maintenance
7-11 Starting and operating . Batteries should not be exposed sing the brake pedal repeatedly will toggle the feature ON or OFF each time. to excessive heat such as sun- shine, fire or the like. 7. To exit the remote transmitter and feature programming mode, turn the igni- tion switch to the “LOCK”...
Page 256: Automatic Transmission
7-12 Starting and operating to the following two conditions: (1) This Automatic transmission device may not cause harmful inter- ference, and (2) this device must The automatic transmission is electroni- accept any interference received, in- cally controlled and provides 5 forward cluding interference that may cause speeds and 1 reverse speed.
Page 257: Select Lever
7-13 Starting and operating “R” position or vice versa until allow the transmission to shift at the most appropriate times for the current the vehicle has completely condition of your vehicle. Optimized stopped. Such shifting may shifting will be restored as the vehicle cause damage to the transmis- continues to be driven for a while.
Page 258: Shift Lock Function
7-14 Starting and operating position to the “R” position is possible is started. return to the original gear position. for a limited time period by depressing To use the SPORT mode, move the lever If the select lever does not move from the the brake pedal and then becomes from this position into the manual gate.
Page 259 . If the ignition switch is turned to the system) may be malfunctioning. Contact a “LOCK” position while the select lever is in SUBARU dealer for an inspection as soon the “N” position, the select lever may not as possible.
Page 260: Selection Of Manual Mode
“ ” is illuminated, up- lock system may be malfunctioning. Con- shifting is possible. When the downshift tact a SUBARU dealer for an inspection indicator “ ” is illuminated, downshifting as soon as possible. is possible. When both indicators are illuminated, upshifting and downshifting are both possible.
Page 261: Driving Tips
7-17 Starting and operating . The transmission does not automa- Gearshifts can be performed using the off. select lever. tically shift up in the manual mode. Perform gearshifts in accordance with & Driving tips road conditions so that the tachometer .
Page 262: Sport Mode
7-18 Starting and operating & SPORT mode When selected, the SPORT mode indica- Power steering tor light on the combination meter will illuminate. CAUTION To deselect SPORT mode, move the select lever to the “D” position or select Do not hold the steering wheel at the manual mode.
Page 263: Braking
7-19 Starting and operating a loss of control of the vehicle. Keep harder than normal and the braking dis- Braking driving straight ahead while gradually tance will increase. & Braking tips reducing speed. Then slowly pull off the NOTE road to a safe place. Some sound accompanying operation WARNING &...
Page 264: Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators
ABS (Anti-lock Brake Sys- gle. This is a normal operation phe- the nearest SUBARU dealer. tem) nomenon, and it is not a malfunction. Brake assist is a driver assistance system.
Page 265: Abs System Self-Check
When the ABS system is operating, you repaired at the first available oppor- may hear a chattering noise or feel a slight tunity by your SUBARU dealer. vibration in the brake pedal. This is normal when the ABS operates. The ABS warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON”...
Page 266: Electronic Brake Force Distribution (Ebd) System
7-22 Starting and operating & Steps to take if EBD system voltage such as when the engine is jump Electronic Brake Force Dis- started, the ABS warning light may illumi- malfunctions tribution (EBD) system nate. This is due to the low battery voltage and does not indicate a malfunction.
Page 267: Vehicle Dynamics Control System
Control system equipped Have your vehicle towed to the Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU vehicle could easily lead to a ser- nearest SUBARU dealer for re- dealer and have the system inspected.
Page 268 Control operation indicator light. performed by an authorized following list, the vehicle may be more . Skid Suppression Function SUBARU dealer. unstable than it feels to the driver. The . The following precautions should The skid suppression function is designed...
Page 269: Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor
Control system; if either should occur, and is illuminated whenever the system is have an authorized SUBARU dealer carry not operating. out an inspection of that system at the first available opportunity.
Page 270 This occurs because the engine has in any way when they are inoperable; SUBARU dealer carry out an inspection of not yet warmed up and is completely however should such a situation occur, the system at the first available opportu- normal.
Page 271: Traction Control System Off Switch
7-27 Starting and operating to heat up sufficiently. the Traction Control system. When the Control system except when absolutely switch is pressed again to reactivate the necessary. & Traction Control system OFF Traction Control system OFF indicator light “ ” turns off. switch With the Traction Control system deacti- vated, traction enhancement offered by...
Page 272: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
Contact your warm and their pressures increase installed in each wheel when tire pressure SUBARU dealer as soon as possible accordingly. Be sure to let the tires is severely low. for tire and sensor replacement and/...
Page 273: Parking Your Vehicle
7-29 Starting and operating & Parking brake Parking your vehicle CAUTION Do not place metal film or any metal CAUTION WARNING parts under the driver’s seat. This . Never drive while the parking may cause poor reception of the . Never leave unattended children brake is set because this will signals from the tire pressure sen- or pets in the vehicle.
Page 274: Parking Tips
7-30 Starting and operating 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. Make sure the main switch is turned “OFF”...
Page 275: To Set Cruise Control
7-31 Starting and operating & To set cruise control vehicle reaches the desired speed. meter. The vehicle will maintain the desired speed. Vehicle speed can be temporarily in- creased while driving with the cruise control activated. Simply depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehi- cle.
Page 276: To Turn Off The Cruise Control
7-32 Starting and operating & To change the cruising speed ! To increase the speed (by accel- position. erator pedal) ! To increase the speed (by control The cruise control set indicator light on the 1. Depress the accelerator pedal to combination meter turns off when the lever) accelerate the vehicle to the desired...
Page 277: Cruise Control Indicator Light
7-33 Starting and operating ! To decrease the speed (by control ! To decrease the speed (by brake If you move the cruise control lever while turning the ignition switch “ON”, the cruise lever) pedal) control function is deactivated and the 1.
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Page 279: Driving Tips
Driving tips New vehicle break-in driving – the first Loading your vehicle......... 8-11 1,000 miles (1,600 km) ........Vehicle capacity weight........8-12 Fuel economy hints ..........GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating) ......8-12 Engine exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)....
Page 280: New Vehicle Break-In Driving - The First 1,000 Miles (1,600 Km)
Driving tips New vehicle break-in driving Fuel economy hints Engine exhaust gas (carbon – the first 1,000 miles (1,600 monoxide) The following suggestions will help to save your fuel. . Select the proper gear position for the WARNING The performance and long life of your speed and road conditions.
Page 281: Catalytic Converter
This sound is authorized SUBARU dealer. . Do not apply undercoating or rust normal. prevention treatment to the heat shield of catalytic converter and the exhaust sys- tem.
Page 282: Periodic Inspections
Driving tips Periodic inspections Driving in foreign countries Driving tips for AWD models To keep your vehicle in the best condition When planning to use your vehicle in WARNING at all times, always have the recom- another country: . Confirm the availability of the correct mended maintenance services listed in .
Page 283: On-Pavement And Off Road Driving
WARNING . If you use a temporary spare tire to rear wheels, SUBARU AWD can also . In a rollover crash, an unbelted provide added traction during accelera- replace a flat tire, be sure to use the...
Page 284 Driving tips SUBARU off-road, certain common sense crossing shallow streams, first check the with its higher profile and center depth of the water and the bottom of the precautions such as those in the following of gravity, is more likely to be list should be taken.
Page 285: Winter Driving
During Remember that damage done to your sudden stops or jolts, unsecured cargo SUBARU while operating it off-road and could be thrown around in the vehicle and not using common sense precautions cause injury. Do not pile heavy loads on such as those listed above is not eligible the roof.
Page 286 If the concen- SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid con- safe to do so and check under the fenders tration is inappropriate, sprayed tains 58.5% methyl alcohol and 41.5% periodically.
Page 287: Driving On Snowy And Icy Roads
“ ” and To supplement the foot brake, use the If your SUBARU is not going to be used the temperature control dial set for max- engine brake effectively to control the for an extended period, it is best to have imum warmth.
Page 288: Corrosion Protection
8-10 Driving tips & Snow tires Your vehicle is equipped with “all season Snow stuck on the wiper arm prevents the wiper from working effectively. If snow is tires” which are designed to provide an stuck on the wiper arm, pull off the road to adequate measure of traction, handling WARNING a safe place, then remove it.
Page 289: Tire Chains
8-11 Driving tips Loading your vehicle possible. Recommended winter (snow) tire size . When you carry something inside P255/55R18 stud less the vehicle, secure it whenever WARNING you can to prevent it from being thrown around inside the vehicle & Tire chains Never allow passengers to ride on a during sudden stops, sharp turns folded rear seatback or in the cargo...
Page 290: Vehicle Capacity Weight
8-12 Driving tips & GVWR and GAWR (Gross CAUTION Vehicle Weight Rating and Do not carry spray cans, containers Gross Axle Weight Rating) with flammable or corrosive liquids or any other dangerous items inside the vehicle. NOTE For better fuel economy, do not carry unneeded cargo.
Page 291: Roof Rails And Crossbar (If Equipped)
8-13 Driving tips & Roof rails and crossbar (if adjusted by relocating luggage inside the the crossbars, carrying attach- vehicle. equipped) ment and cargo does not exceed the maximum load limit. Over- Even if the total weight of your luggage is loading may cause damage to lower than the vehicle capacity weight, the vehicle and create a safety...
Page 292 8-14 Driving tips ! Installing carrying attachments on ! To remove the crossbar 2. Carefully raise the crossbar from roof rails. the crossbars When installing any carrying attachment ! To install the crossbar such as a bike carrier, ski carrier, kayak carrier, cargo basket, etc.
Page 293 8-15 Driving tips 12 in (300 mm) Lower clamp 3. The crossbar with a 150 lbs (68 kg) T-30 torx® head screw load label attached onto it is the front 4. Install the front crossbar so that the crossbar. An arrow is marked on the back 5.
Page 294: Roof Molding And Crossbar (If Equipped)
8-16 Driving tips NOTE Rear crossbar: Before each use of the roof crossbar, make sure the four T-30 crossbar clamp screws have been checked, and retightened if necessary to 35 lbf·in (4.0 N·m, 0.41 kgf·m), as outlined in Step #5 above. &...
Page 295 8-17 Driving tips ! Removal and installation of the secure all cargo. road hazard due to loss of cargo could result. crossbars ! Installing carrying attachments on . When using the roof crossbar kit, the crossbars make sure that the total weight of When installing any carrying attachment the crossbars, carrying attach- such as a bike carrier, ski carrier, kayak...
Page 296: Trailer Hitch (If Equipped)
8-18 Driving tips Trailer hitch (if equipped) has safety chains and that each Maximum Maximum chain will hold the trailer’s max- gross trailer gross tongue imum gross weight. Towing trai- weight weight lers without safety chains could Vehicle with- 2,000 lbs 200 lbs create a traffic safety hazard if out cooling kit...
Page 297 8-19 Driving tips 5. Use only a hitch ball that is appropriate WARNING for the ball mount and your trailer. The hitch ball must be securely installed on the Do not connect safety chains to part ball mount. of the vehicle other than the safety 6.
Page 298: When You Do Not Tow A Trailer
Seek the advice of grease. your SUBARU dealer to assist you in WARNING purchasing a hitch and other necessary Never exceed the maximum load towing equipment appropriate for your limits explained in the following.
Page 299 8-21 Driving tips Vehicle without cooling kit ble. Conditions Maximum total trailer weight ! Total trailer weight When towing a trailer without brakes. 1,000 lbs (453 kg) When towing a trailer with brakes. 2,000 lbs (906 kg) When towing a trailer on a long uphill grade 1,000 lbs (453 kg) continuously for over 5 miles (8 km) with an outside temperature of 1048F (408C) or above.
Page 300 8-22 Driving tips ! Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) and (GAW) must never exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). The front and rear Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GAWs can be adjusted by relocating (GVWR) passengers and luggage inside the vehi- cle.
Page 301: Trailer Hitches
8-23 Driving tips ! Tongue load Vehicle without cooling kit: 200 lbs (90 kg) Vehicle with cooling kit: 350 lbs (158 kg) Front Tongue load The tongue load can be adjusted by Jack proper distribution of the load in the trailer. Bathroom scale WARNING Never load the trailer with more weight in...
Page 302: Connecting A Trailer
The use of a genuine SUBARU trailer In case the trailer hitch connector or hitch your vehicle. Direct connection hitch is recommended. A genuine ball should break or become discon- would cause the vehicle’s brake...
Page 303 In the event your vehicle gets a flat tire your SUBARU dealer. Check for proper when towing a trailer, ask a commercial operation of the turn signals, the brake road service to repair the flat tire.
Page 304: Trailer Towing Tips
8-26 Driving tips & Trailer towing tips . Check that the vehicle and trailer are . Slow down before turning. Make a longer than normal turning radius because connected properly. Confirm that – the trailer tongue is connected the trailer wheels will be closer than the CAUTION vehicle wheels to the inside of the turn.
Page 305 – “AT OIL TEMP warning light” F3-13 the trailer and have repairs performed NOTE immediately by the nearest SUBARU dealer. The temperature of engine coolant is ! Driving on grades less likely to rise to the OVERHEAT zone in the “D”...
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Page 307: In Case Of Emergency
In case of emergency If you park your vehicle in an emergency..Engine overheating ........... 9-14 Spare tire ............. If steam is coming from the engine compartment ........... 9-14 Removing the spare tire ........If no steam is coming from the engine Re-storage of spare tire ........
Page 308: Spare Tire
In case of emergency NOTE If you park your vehicle in an Spare tire When the hazard warning flasher is on, emergency the turn signals do not work. The spare tire is stored in the spare tire holder located under the cargo area. The hazard warning flasher should be used in day or night to warn other drivers The spare tire holder has a hoist mechan-...
Page 309: Removing The Spare Tire
In case of emergency carefully read “Temporary spare tire” F9-5 temporary spare tire is on the ground with for instructions and precautions. enough cable slack to allow you to pull it out from under the vehicle. & Removing the spare tire CAUTION 1.
Page 310: Re-Storage Of Spare Tire
In case of emergency . When using the spare tire hoist: and pull it through the center of the CAUTION temporary spare tire. After the temporary spare tire is 9. After the temporary spare tire is When using the spare tire hoist: removed from the cable, wind the removed from the cable, the cable must cable up completely until the...
Page 311: Temporary Spare Tire
(TPMS) is un- If the temporary spare tire is not able to monitor all four road stored securely, it could damage wheels. Contact your SUBARU adjacent areas of the vehicle and dealer as soon as possible for make an abnormal noise.
Page 312: Flat Tires
In case of emergency Flat tires CAUTION Never use any temporary spare tire If you have a flat tire while driving, never other than the original. Using other brake suddenly; keep driving straight sizes may result in severe mechan- ahead while gradually reducing speed. ical damage to the drive train of your Then slowly pull off the road to a safe vehicle.
Page 313 In case of emergency . Always turn off the engine before raising the flat tire off the ground using the jack. Never swing or push the vehicle supported with the jack. The jack can come out of the jacking point due to a jolt and this can result in a severe accident.
Page 314 In case of emergency 8. Loosen the wheel nuts using the wheel head engages firmly into the jack-up point. nut wrench but do not remove the nuts. Chrome plated wheels 7. Insert the tip (wrapped in vinyl tape or 10. Insert the jack handle into the jack- a cloth) of a flat-head screwdriver into the 9.
Page 315 In case of emergency WARNING Do not use oil or grease on the wheel studs or nuts when the spare tire is installed. This could cause the nuts to become loose and lead to an accident. 15. Turn the jack handle counterclockwise to lower the vehicle.
Page 316 9-10 In case of emergency When you use a wheel nut wrench of 18. Store the flat tire in the spare tire the 13.2-inch (335 mm) length: holder. Refer to “Spare tire” F9-2 for its location, Approximately 73 to 87 lbs (33 to 38 kg) instructions and precautions.
Page 317: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
9-11 In case of emergency stop or collisions, loose equipment SUBARU dealer as soon as possible WARNING could strike occupants and cause for tire and sensor replacement and/ injury. Store the tire and all tools in or system resetting. If the low tire pressure warning light the proper place.
Page 318: Jump Starting
9-12 In case of emergency & How to jump start Jump starting eye protectors, and remove metal objects such as rings, bands or 1. Make sure the booster battery is 12 other metal jewelry. volts and the negative terminal is WARNING .
Page 319 9-13 In case of emergency (1) Connect one jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal on the discharged battery. (2) Connect the other end of the jumper cable to the positive (+) term- inal of the booster battery. (3) Connect one end of the other cable to the negative (−) terminal of the booster battery.
Page 320: Engine Overheating
1. Keep the engine running at idling speed. If towing is necessary, it is best done by 2. Open the hood to ventilate the engine your SUBARU dealer or a commercial compartment. towing service. Observe the following Confirm that the cooling fan is turning. If procedures for safety.
Page 321: Towing And Tie-Down Hooks
9-15 In case of emergency & Towing and tie-down hooks 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. Never use suspension parts or other parts of the body for towing or tie-down purposes.
Page 322 9-16 In case of emergency After towing, remove the towing hook from 2. Pry off the cover on the rear bumper 4. Tighten the towing hook securely the vehicle and stow it in the tool bag. using a screwdriver, and you will find a using a wheel nut wrench.
Page 323: Using A Flat-Bed Truck
9-17 In case of emergency & Using a flat-bed truck & Towing with all wheels on the The front tie-down hooks are located between each of the front tires and the ground front bumper. Rear tie-down hooks: This is the best way to transport your vehicle.
Page 324: Rear Gate - If The Rear Gate Cannot Be Unlocked
9-18 In case of emergency Rear gate – if the rear gate CAUTION cannot be unlocked . If transmission failure occurs, transport your vehicle on a flat- In the event that you cannot unlock the bed truck. rear gate by operating the power door .
Page 325: Maintenance Tools
9-19 In case of emergency & Jack and jack handle For how to use the jack, refer to “Flat tires” Maintenance tools F9-6. 7-seater models Your vehicle is equipped with the following maintenance tools. Screwdriver Towing hook (eye bolt) Wheel nut wrench Extension 5-seater models The jack and jack handle is stored under...
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Page 327: Appearance Care
Appearance care Exterior care ............10-2 Cleaning the interior.......... 10-5 Washing............. 10-2 Seat fabric ............10-5 Waxing and polishing ......... 10-3 Leather seat materials........10-5 Cleaning aluminum wheels ......... 10-3 Synthetic leather upholstery....... 10-5 Climate control panel, audio panel, instrument Corrosion protection..........
Page 328: Exterior Care
10-2 Appearance care . Since your vehicle is equipped strong soap or chemical detergents. All Exterior care cleaning agents should be promptly with a rear wiper, automatic car- & Washing flushed from the surface and not allowed wash brushes could become to dry there.
Page 329: Waxing And Polishing
When in doubt, it is always best to contact your Always wash and dry the vehicle before SUBARU dealer or an auto paint specia- waxing and polishing. list. Use a good quality polish and wax and...
Page 330: Corrosion Protection
Contact above freezing. your SUBARU dealer to perform this kind 3. Dampness in certain parts of the of maintenance and treatment if you need vehicle remains for a long time, even...
Page 331: Cleaning The Interior
If console panel, switches, using a solution of mild soap and luke- your SUBARU is to be parked for a long combination meter, and other warm water then dry thoroughly. time in bright sunlight, it is recommended...
Page 332: 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 333: Maintenance And Service
Maintenance and service Recommended grade and viscosity ....11-19 Maintenance schedule ........11-3 Power steering fluid ........11-19 Maintenance precautions........11-3 Checking the fluid level........11-19 Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment............ 11-4 Recommended fluid ......... 11-20 When you do checking or servicing in the engine Brake fluid............
Page 334 Maintenance and service Windshield wiper blade rubber ......11-34 Front turn signal light (right-hand side) .... 11-43 Rear window wiper blade assembly ....11-35 Front fog light..........11-43 Rear window wiper blade rubber....... 11-35 Rear combination lights ........11-43 Back-up light/Tail light ........11-44 Battery...............
Page 335: Maintenance Schedule
“Warranty and Main- hazardous if improperly used or done by an authorized SUBARU dealer. handled, for example, battery tenance Booklet”. If you perform maintenance and service acid.
Page 336: Before Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment
SRS airbag or seatbelt preten- partment while the engine is sioner needs service, consult running your nearest SUBARU dealer. To open the hood: WARNING 1. If the wiper blades are lifted off the & Before checking or servicing windshield, return them to their original A running engine can be dangerous.
Page 337 11-5 Maintenance and service WARNING Always check that the hood is properly locked before you start driving. If it is not, it might fly open while the vehicle is moving and block your view, which may cause an accident and serious bodily in- jury.
Page 338: Engine Compartment Overview
11-6 Maintenance and service Air cleaner element (page 11-14) Engine compartment overview Power steering fluid reservoir (page 11-19) Differential gear oil level gauge (page 11-17) Automatic transmission fluid level gauge (page 11-16) Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-20) Fuse box (page 11-38) Battery (page 11-37) Windshield washer tank (page 11-32) Radiator cap (page 11-11)
Page 339: Engine Oil
1 quart shown in the illustration. cosity. per 1,200 miles or 1 liter per 2,000 kilometers, we recommend that you contact your SUBARU dealer. – CONTINUED –...
Page 340: Changing The Oil And Oil Filter
11-8 Maintenance and service . Be careful not to spill engine oil when adding it. If oil touches the exhaust pipe, it may cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or a fire. If engine oil gets on the exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe it off. If you check the oil level just after stopping the engine, wait a few minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil pan before checking...
Page 341: Recommended Grade And Viscosity
11-9 Maintenance and service 8. Clean the rubber seal seating area of Oil capacity (guideline): Oil grade: the bottom of engine and install the oil 6.7 US qt (6.3 liters, 5.5 Imp qt) ILSAC GF-4, which can be identified with filter by hand turning.
Page 342: Recommended Grade And Viscosity Under Severe Driving Conditions
The following table lists the recommended viscosities and applicable temperatures. When adding oil, different brands may be used together as long as they are the same API classification and SAE viscosity as those recommended by SUBARU.
Page 343: Cooling System
, 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 344 WARNING ! Changing the coolant Never attempt to remove the radia- Always add genuine SUBARU cooling tor cap until the engine has been system conditioner whenever the coolant shut off and has cooled down is replaced.
Page 345 Maintenance and service just below the filler neck, allowing enough correctly in place. room to add genuine SUBARU cooling 8. Start and race the engine at 2,000 to system conditioner in the radiator. Add 3,000 rpm for 5 to 6 times within 40 genuine SUBARU cooling system condi- seconds.
Page 346: Air Cleaner Element
The air more frequently. It is recommended that cleaner element not only filters you always use genuine SUBARU parts. intake air but also stops flames if the engine backfires. If the air cleaner element is not installed when the engine backfires, you could be burned.
Page 347: Spark Plugs
“Warranty and & Recommended spark plugs Maintenance Booklet”. Consult your SUBARU dealer for replacement. SILFR6C11 (NGK) If a belt is loose, cracked, or worn, contact your SUBARU dealer.
Page 348: Automatic Transmission Fluid
11-16 Maintenance and service 4. Pull out the level gauge and check the Automatic transmission fluid fluid level on the gauge. If it is below the & Checking the fluid level lower level on the “HOT” range, add the recommended automatic transmission The automatic transmission fluid expands fluid up to the upper level.
Page 349: Recommended Fluid
& Recommended fluid Front differential gear oil & Checking the oil level Use one of the following types of auto- matic transmission fluid. SUBARU ATF IDEMITSU ATF HP NOTE Using any non-specified type of auto- matic transmission fluid could result in damage inside the transmission.
Page 350: Recommended Grade And Viscosity
11-18 Maintenance and service & Recommended grade and Rear differential gear oil viscosity & Checking the gear oil level Each oil manufacturer has its own base Your vehicle may be equipped with a rear oils and additives. Never use different differential protector.
Page 351: Recommended Grade And Viscosity
& Checking the fluid level refilling, there may be an oil leak. If you suspect a problem, have the vehicle checked at your SUBARU dealer. & Recommended grade and viscosity Each oil manufacturer has its own base oils and additives. Never use different brands together.
Page 352: Recommended Fluid
If 2. Check the fluid level of the reservoir you suspect a problem, have the tank. vehicle checked at your SUBARU When the fluid is hot after the vehicle has dealer. been run: Check that the oil level is between “HOT MIN”...
Page 353: Recommended Brake Fluid
FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or DOT 4 described in the following, have it checked brake fluid when adding it. If brake fluid by your SUBARU dealer. touches the exhaust pipe, it may 1. With the engine off, depress the brake cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or pedal several times, applying the same a fire.
Page 354: Specifications
If the free play is not within proper makes a very audible scraping noise specification, contact your SUBARU deal- when the brake pedal is applied. If you hear this scraping noise each time...
Page 355: Breaking-In Of New Brake Pads And Linings
1. Drive the vehicle at a speed of Parking brake stroke pads serviced by your SUBARU dealer as approximately 22 mph (35 km/h). soon as possible. 2. Depress the parking brake pedal SLOWLY and GENTLY.
Page 356: Tires And Wheels
11-24 Maintenance and service replace all four tires. the temperature in the garage and the Tires and wheels temperature outside. By way of example, ! Winter (snow) tires & Types of tires the following table shows the required tire Winter tires are best suited for driving on pressures that correspond to various out- You should be familiar with type of tires snow-covered and icy roads.
Page 357: Tire Inspection
In this event, When a tire is replaced, adjustments are as soon as possible. go to a SUBARU dealer to have the necessary to ensure continued normal When a spare tire is mounted or a system inspected as soon as possible.
Page 358: Tire Pressures And Wear
Drive slowly to the nearest authorized the tire pressures to the values shown on Incorrect tire pressures detract from con- SUBARU dealer and have the vehicle the tire placard. The tire placard is located trollability and ride comfort, and they inspected.
Page 359 11-27 Maintenance and service . Correct tire pressure (tread worn . Abnormally low tire pressure (tread . Abnormally high tire pressure (tread evenly) worn at shoulders) worn in center) Roadholding is good, and steering is Rolling resistance is high, so fuel con- Ride comfort is poor.
Page 360: Wheel Balance
If & Tire rotation direction mark 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. New tread...
Page 361: Tire Rotation
After driving approximately 600 miles (1,000 km), check the wheel nuts again For safe vehicle operation, SUBARU and retighten any nut that has become recommends replacing all four tires at loose. the same time.
Page 362: Wheel Replacement
11.2-inch (285 mm) wheel nut wheels that are fitted as standard equip- wrench is equipped as a mainte- ment. Replacement wheels are available nance tool. And for a chrome plated from SUBARU dealers. wheel vehicle, the 13.2-inch (335 mm) wheel nut wrench is equipped...
Page 363: Chrome Plated Wheels (If Equipped)
And for a chrome plated replace them with genuine SUBARU parts . When wheel nuts, balance weights, or wheel vehicle, the 13.2-inch (335 designed for chrome plated wheels.
Page 364: Windshield Washer Fluid
SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid fluid appears to diminish, add washer fluid the piping is too low for the outside contains 58.5% methyl alcohol and 41.5%...
Page 365: Replacement Of Wiper Blades
Be sure to use genuine SUBARU scratches. wiper blade rubbers as replacements. – CONTINUED –...
Page 366: Windshield Wiper Blade Assembly
11-34 Maintenance and service & Windshield wiper blade as- ing it with your hands. sembly & Windshield wiper blade rub- 1. Raise the windshield wiper arm on the driver’s side. 2. Next, raise the windshield wiper arm on the passenger’s side. Metal spines 2.
Page 367: Rear Window Wiper Blade Assembly
11-35 Maintenance and service end of the metal support between the stoppers on the rubber as shown. If the rubber is not retained properly, the wiper blade may scratch the windshield. & Rear window wiper blade assembly 1. Raise the wiper arm off the rear window.
Page 368 11-36 Maintenance and service 1. Pull out the end of the blade rubber 3. If the new blade rubber is not provided assembly to unlock it from the plastic with two metal spines, remove the metal support. spines from the old blade rubber and install them in the new blade rubber.
Page 369: Battery
11-37 Maintenance and service distilled water. Battery remove rings, metal watchbands, and other metal jewelry. Never allow metal tools to contact the WARNING positive battery terminal and any- thing connected to it WHILE you . Before beginning work on or near are at the same time in contact any battery, be sure to extinguish with any other metallic portion of...
Page 370: Fuses
11-38 Maintenance and service 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. Open the lid that is located above the The spare fuses are stored in the main hood release knob and pull it toward you fuse box cover in the engine compart-...
Page 371: Main Fuse
1. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” ment. Check the main fuses if any Contact your SUBARU dealer for repairs. electrical component fails to operate (ex- position and turn off all electrical acces- cept the starter motor) and other fuses are sories.
Page 372: Installation Of Accessories
Maintenance and service Installation of accessories Replacing bulbs following precautions. . Do not replace any headlight Always consult your SUBARU dealer bulbs (both low beam and high WARNING before installing fog lights or any other beam) by yourself. electrical equipment in your vehicle. Such .
Page 373 6. Reconnect the electrical connector. . If headlight aiming is required, con- 7. Install the bulb cover with the fixing sult your SUBARU dealer for proper screws. adjustment of the headlight aim. 8. Install the air intake duct with the clips.
Page 374: Parking Light (Right-Hand Side)
4. Set the bulb socket into the headlight (left-hand side). assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks. NOTE Contact your SUBARU dealer for the bulb replacement of the left-hand side. 1. Remove the bulb socket from the...
Page 375: Front Turn Signal Light (Right-Hand Side)
& Front fog light It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU 1. Remove the two covers by inserting dealer if necessary. 1. Remove the bulb socket from the the tip of a flat-head screwdriver.
Page 376: Back-Up Light/Tail Light
11-44 Maintenance and service & Back-up light/Tail light the rear combination light assembly rear- ward and remove it from the vehicle. 7. Reinstall the rear combination light assembly by sliding the two-pronged part 1. Use a flat-head screwdriver to remove Brake/tail light of the combination light assembly securely the light cover from the rear gate trim.
Page 377: Rear Gate Light
11-45 Maintenance and service 2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise 1. Wrap a flat-head screwdriver in vinyl and remove it. tape or cloth, insert it into the gap between the license plate light assembly and the 3. Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket and rear gate.
Page 378: Dome Light
11-46 Maintenance and service & Dome light 4. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Install a 2. Turn the bulb until the flat surfaces at new bulb. its ends are aligned vertically. Pull the bulb Models with Rear Seat Entertainment straight downward to remove it.
Page 379: Map Light
& Door step light It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. 1. Remove the lens by prying the edge of Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU the lens with a flat-head screwdriver. dealer if necessary. 2. Turn the bulb until the flat surfaces at its ends are aligned vertically.
Page 380: Cargo Area Light
11-48 Maintenance and service & Cargo area light 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 4. Install a new bulb. 5. Reinstall the lens to the cargo area light assembly. 6. Reinstall the cargo area light assembly to the roof trim. 1.
Page 381 Specifications Specifications ............. 12-2 Fuses and circuits ..........12-5 Dimensions............12-2 Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment ........... 12-5 Engine ............... 12-2 Fuse panel located in the engine Electrical system..........12-3 compartment ........... 12-7 Capacities ............12-3 Bulb chart............12-8 Tires ..............
Page 382: Specifications
12-2 Specifications Specifications These specifications are subject to change without notice. & Dimensions in (mm) Overall length 191.5 (4,865) Overall width 73.9 (1,878) Overall height Without roof rail 66.7 (1,695) With roof rail 68.1 (1,730) Wheel base 108.1 (2,745) Tread Front 62.0 (1,575) Rear...
Page 383: Electrical System
12-3 Specifications & Electrical system Battery type and capacity (5HR) 75D23L (12V-52AH) Alternator 12V-130A SILFR6C11 (NGK) Spark plugs & Capacities Fuel tank 16.9 US gal (64 liters, 14.1 Imp gal) Engine oil 6.7 US qt (6.3 liters, 5.5 Imp qt) Transmission fluid 10.4 US qt (9.8 liters, 8.6 Imp qt) Front differential gear oil...
Page 384: Wheel Alignment
12-4 Specifications & Wheel alignment Front 0 in (0 mm) Rear 0.0787 in (2 mm) Camber Front 0800’ −0831’ Rear...
Page 385: Fuses And Circuits
12-5 Specifications Fuses and circuits Fuse Fuse Circuit panel rating & Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment Trailer hitch connector Empty Door locking 7.5A Front wiper deicer relay Moonroof 7.5A Combination meter 7.5A Remote control rear view mirrors Seat heater relay Combination meter Integrated unit Stop light...
Page 386 12-6 Specifications Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse Circuit Circuit panel rating panel rating Cargo socket Rear blower fan Position light Fog light Tail light Front wiper Rear combination light 7.5A Auto air conditioner unit Empty Integrated unit Illumination 7.5A Headlight left side relay Seat heaters Vehicle Dynamics Con- 7.5A...
Page 387: Fuse Panel Located In The Engine Compartment
12-7 Specifications & Fuse panel located in the engine compartment Fuse Fuse Circuit panel rating Vehicle Dynamics Con- trol unit Main fan (cooling fan) Main fan (cooling fan) Console socket Headlight (right side) Headlight (left side) Backup Horn Rear window defogger Fuel pump Automatic transmission...
Page 388: Bulb Chart
12-8 Specifications Bulb chart NOTE Lights A and B are the LED (Light Emitting Diode) type. Consult your SUBARU dealer for replacement.
Page 389 12V-27/8W 1157(W27/8W) assembly components by Rear turn signal light 12V-27W 1156(W27W) yourself. Back-up light 12V-16W 921(W16W) For replacement, contact your SUBARU dealer. Rear gate light 12V-5W (W5W) License plate light 12V-5W 168(W5W) – – Side turn signal light – –...
Page 390: Specifications
12-10 Specifications CAUTION Replace any bulb only with a new bulb of the specified wattage. Using a bulb of different wattage could result in a fire.
Page 391: Vehicle Identification
12-11 Specifications Vehicle identification number Vehicle identification Certification and bar code label Tire inflation pressure label Vehicle identification number plate Model number label Emission control label Fuel label Air conditioner label...
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Page 393 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Determining compatibility of tire and vehicle For U.S.A............13-2 load capacities ..........13-14 Tire information ..........13-2 Adverse safety consequences of overloading Tire labeling ............13-2 on handling and stopping and on tires ... 13-14 Recommended tire inflation pressure....
Page 394: Consumer Information And Reporting Safety Defects
13-2 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Example: For U.S.A. Tire information & Tire labeling The following information has been compiled according to Code of Many markings (e.g. Tire size, Tire Federal Regulations “Title 49, Part (1) P = Certain tire type used on Identification Number or TIN) are 575”.
Page 395 13-3 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Example: (210 km/h). individual elements. WARNING Speed ratings apply only to (6) Load Index: A numerical code (1) Manufacturer’s Identification the tire, not to the vehicle. which specifies the maximum load Mark Putting a speed rated tire on a tire can carry at the speed (2) Tire Size any vehicle does not mean...
Page 396 13-4 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects ! Maximum load rating STEEL + 2 POLYESTER + 1 NYLON SIDEWALL 2 POLYE- The load rating at the maximum STER” permissible weight load for this tire. For example, “MAX. LOAD 730 kg ! Uniform Tire Quality Grading (1609 LBS) @ 300 kPa (44 PSI) (UTQG)
Page 397: Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure
13-5 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects & Recommended tire inflation pressure ! Recommended cold tire inflation pressure Recommended cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle’s tires is as follows. Tire size P255/55R18 104H 18 6 8 JJ Wheel size Pressure Front 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm...
Page 398 13-6 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects ! Vehicle placard The vehicle placard shows original specific values. Driving even a tire size, recommended cold tire short distance warms up the tires inflation pressure on each tire at and increases the tire pressures. maximum loaded vehicle weight, Also, the tire pressures are affected seating capacity and loading infor-...
Page 399: Glossary Of Tire Terminology
13-7 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects & Glossary of tire terminology Extra load tire sidewall rubber which, when in- A tire designed to operate at higher flated, bears the load. Accessory weight loads and higher inflation pressure Chunking The combined weight (in excess of than the corresponding standard The breaking away of pieces of the those standard items which may be...
Page 400 13-8 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Measuring rim Passenger car tire ing on a vehicle. The rim on which a tire is fitted for A tire intended for use on passen- Light truck (LT) tire physical dimension requirements. ger cars, multipurpose passenger A tire designated by its manufac- vehicles, and trucks, that have a turer as primarily intended for use...
Page 401 13-9 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Rim type designation Tread rib sory weight, including heavy duty The industry of manufacturer’s des- A tread section running circumfer- brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, ignation for a rim by style or code. entially around a tire.
Page 402 13-10 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Table 1 — Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load for accessory weight, and normal oc- cupant weight (distributed in accor- various designated seating capacities dance with Table 1 that is ap- Designated seating pended to the end of this section) Vehicle normal load,...
Page 403: Tire Care - Maintenance And Safety Practices
13-11 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects & Tire care – maintenance and carrier, etc., and the tongue load of rotation. After tire rotation, adjust safety practices a trailer. Therefore cargo capacity the tire pressures and make sure Check on a daily basis that the can be calculated by the following the wheel nuts are correctly tigh- tires are free from serious damage,...
Page 404 13-12 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects ! Calculating total and load ca- Example 1B occupant weighing 154 lbs (70 kg) pacities varying seating con- plus cargo weighing 882 lbs (400 figurations kg). Calculate the total weight. Calculate the available load capa- city as shown in the following examples.
Page 405 13-13 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Calculate the available load ca- Calculate the available load ca- vehicle is 1,157 lbs (525 kg), which pacity. pacity. is indicated on the vehicle placard with the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 525 kg or 1,157 lbs”.
Page 406: Determining Compatibility Of Tire And Vehicle Load Capacities
13-14 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects 40 lbs (18 kg) now enter the same Weight Rating (GVWR). And each vehicle (bringing the number of axle’s maximum loaded capacity is occupants to three), and a child referred to Gross Axle Weight Rat- restraint system weighing 11 lbs (5 ing (GAWR).
Page 407: Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit
13-15 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects The resulting figure equals the injury. Uniform tire quality grading available amount of cargo and Vehicle stability will deteriorate. standards luggage load capacity. For exam- Heavy and/or high-mounted ple, if the “XXX” amount equals This information indicates the rela- loads could increase the risk of tive performance of passenger car...
Page 408: Treadwear
13-16 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects form to Federal Safety Require- cified government test surfaces of grade C corresponds to a level of ments in addition to these grades. asphalt and concrete. A tire marked performance which all passenger C may have poor traction perfor- car tires must meet under the &...
Page 409: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s.a.)
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;...
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Page 411: Index
Index...
Page 412 14-2 Index Automatic transmission ..........7-12 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ........7-20 Capacities ............. 12-3 Warning light ..........3-15, 7-21 Fluid ..............11-16 Accessories............5-2, 11-40 MANUAL mode ............7-16 Accessory power outlet..........6-10 Oil temperature warning light (AT OIL TEMP) ..... 3-13 Active head restraint.............
Page 413 14-3 Index Braking ..............7-19 Fluid level (washer fluid)........11-32 Tips..............7-19 Oil level (engine oil) ..........11-7 Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings ....11-23 Oil level (front differential gear oil) ......11-17 Bulb Oil level (rear differential gear oil) ......11-18 Chart ..............
Page 414 14-4 Index Cup holder ..............6-8 Winter ..............8-7 Front passenger’s ............ 6-8 Rear seat (5-seater models)/Second-row seat (7-seater models) passenger’s......... 6-9 Electrical system ............12-3 Third-row seat (7-seater models)........ 6-9 Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system... 3-17, 7-22 Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ......1-18 Engine Daytime running light system........
Page 415 14-5 Index Fog light ............3-32, 11-43 Bulb replacement ..........11-40 Fog light indicator light..........3-21 Control switch ............3-26 Seatbelt pretensioners ..........1-28 Flasher..............3-27 Turn signal light ............ 11-43 Indicator light ............3-21 Front seats..............1-2 High beam indicator light ..........3-20 Forward and backward adjustment ......
Page 416 14-6 Index SPORT mode............3-20 Map .............. 6-3, 11-47 Traction control system OFF........7-25 Rear combination ..........11-43 Turn signal ............3-20 Rear gate ............... 6-3 Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF ........ 3-18 Turn signal ..........3-28, 11-43 Vehicle Dynamics Control operation ....3-18, 7-25 Vanity mirror ..........
Page 417 14-7 Index Oil filter..............11-8 Preparing to drive ............7-7 Oil level Printed antenna............5-2 Engine..............11-7 Front differential gear ..........11-17 Rear Rear differential gear ..........11-18 Air conditioner............4-8 Oil pressure warning light..........3-13 Combination lights ..........11-43 On-pavement and off-road driving ........
Page 418 14-8 Index Remote keyless entry system ........2-8 Seat Replacement Fabric ..............10-5 Brake pad and lining ..........11-22 Front..............1-2 Wiper blades ............11-33 Heater..............1-7 Replacing Memory function............1-4 Air cleaner element ..........11-14 Power ..............1-3 Battery (remote keyless entry system) ...... 2-11 Seatbelt..............
Page 419 14-9 Index SPORT mode............7-18 Tie-down hooks............9-15 SPORT mode indicator light ........3-20 Tilt steering wheel............3-44 Tire..............11-24, 12-3 Curtain airbag............1-60 Chains ..............8-11 Frontal airbag ............1-49 Inspection............11-25 Side airbag ............1-60 Pressures and wear..........11-26 SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) ...
Page 420 14-10 Index Low tire pressure............ 3-14 Under-floor storage compartment ......... 6-16 Oil pressure ............3-13 Rear differential oil temperature........ 3-14 Seatbelt............1-18, 3-10 SRS airbag system..........3-11 Valet mode..............2-18 Vehicle Dynamics Control ........ 3-18, 7-25 Vanity mirror ............6-5, 11-47 Windshield washer fluid...........
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Page 426 Compass calibration zones...
Page 427 GAS STATION REFERENCE & & Fuel Engine oil Use unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or Use only the following oils. . ILSAC GF-4, which can be identified with the ILSAC higher. certification mark (Starburst mark) & Fuel octane rating .
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Subaru Tribeca 2010 Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Front Seats

Rear Seats (5-Seater Models)/Second-Row

Seat Heater (if Equipped)

Third-Row Seat (7-Seater Models)

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

Rear Gate

Moonroof (if Equipped)

Instruments and Controls

Ignition Switch

Hazard Warning Flasher

Meters and Gauges

Warning and Indicator Lights

Clock

Outside Temperature Indicator

Multi Function Display (Vehicles Without a Genuine SUBARU Navigation System)

Light Control Switch

Turn Signal Lever

Illumination Brightness Control

Headlight Beam Leveler (if Equipped)

Front Fog Light Switch

Parking Light Switch

Wiper and Washer

Windshield Wiper Deicer

Rear Window Defogger Button

Mirrors

Horn

Tilt Steering Wheel

Climate Control

Ventilator

Automatic Climate Control System

Operating Tips for Heater and Air Conditioner

Air Filtration System

Audio

Installation of Accessories

Antenna System

Audio Set

Type a Audio Set (if Equipped)

Type B Audio Set (if Equipped)

Audio Control Buttons

Auxiliary Input Jack

Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System Operation (if Equipped)

Precautions to Observe When Handling a Compact Disc

Interior Equipment

Starting and Operating

Quick Links

Chapters

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