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Subaru 2006 outback Manual (438 pages)
Brand:
Subaru
| Category:
Automobile
| Size: 21.58 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
11
Seat, Seatbelt and Srs Airbags
26
Front Seats
27
Seat, Seatbelt and SRS Airbags
27
Manual Seat
28
Power Seat (if Equipped)
29
Memory Function (Driver's Seat Only, if Equipped)
30
Active Head Restraint
32
Head Restraint Adjustment
32
Lumbar Support (if Equipped)
33
Seat Heater (if Equipped)
33
Rear Seats
34
Head Restraint Adjustment
35
Armrest (if Equipped)
36
Loading Long Objects (Sedan)
37
Seatbelt Safety Tips
38
Seatbelts
38
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR)
39
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)
39
Seatbelt Warning Light and Chime
39
Fastening the Seatbelt
41
Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
48
Seatbelt Maintenance
48
System Monitors
49
Precautions against Vehicle Modification
51
System Servicing
51
Child Restraint Systems
52
Where to Place a Child Restraint System
53
Choosing a Child Restraint System
54
Installing Child Restraint Systems with A/ELR Seatbelt
55
Installing a Booster Seat
58
Installation of Child Restraint Systems by Use of Lower and Tether Anchorages (LATCH)
59
Top Tether Anchorages
62
SRS Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
64
Vehicle with SRS Airbags and Lap/Shoulder Restraints for Driver, Front Passenger, and Window-Side Rear Passengers
64
Subaru Advanced Frontal Airbag System
69
SRS Side Airbag and SRS Curtain Airbag
79
SRS Airbag System Monitors
85
SRS Airbag System Servicing
87
Precautions against Vehicle Modification
88
Keys and Doors
89
Key Number
90
Keys
90
Keys and Doors
90
Immobilizer
91
Security ID Plate
91
Key Replacement
92
Security Indicator Light
92
Door Locks
93
Locking and Unlocking from the Outside
93
Battery Drainage Prevention Function
94
Locking and Unlocking from the Inside
94
Key Lock-In Prevention Function
95
Power Door Locking Switches
95
Remote Keyless Entry System
96
Illuminated Entry
97
Locking the Doors
97
Unlocking the Doors
97
Unlocking the Trunk Lid/Rear Gate
97
Replacing the Battery
98
Selecting Audible Signal Operation
98
Sounding a Panic Alarm
98
Vehicle Finder Function
98
Replacing Lost Transmitters
99
Activating and Deactivating the Alarm System
103
Alarm System
103
If You Have Accidentally Triggered the Alarm System
103
System Alarm Operation
103
Arming the System
104
Disarming the System
105
Passive Arming
106
Valet Mode
106
Shock Sensors (Dealer Option)
107
Tripped Sensor Identification
107
Child Safety Locks
108
Power Windows
108
Windows
108
Internal Trunk Lid Release Handle
111
To Lock and Unlock the Trunk Lid Release Lever
111
To Open and Close the Trunk Lid from Outside
111
To Open the Trunk Lid from Inside
111
Trunk Lid (Sedan)
111
Rear Gate (Station Wagon)
113
Moonroof (if Equipped)
114
Tilting/Sliding Moonroof (Sedan)
115
Moonroof (Station Wagon)
116
Instruments and Controls
118
Ignition Switch
120
Lock
120
Acc
121
Start
121
Combination Meter Illumination
122
Hazard Warning Flasher
122
Ignition Switch Light
122
Key Reminder Chime
122
Meters and Gauges (Turbo and 3.0-Liter Models)
122
Fuel Gauge
123
Speedometer
123
Tachometer
123
Temperature Gauge
124
ECO Gauge
125
Display
126
Liter Models)
126
Multi-Information Display
126
Operation Switch
126
Odometer and Trip Meter
127
Current and Average Fuel Consumption
128
Outside Temperature and Journey Time
129
Driving Range on Remaining Fuel
131
Clock (Vehicle with Navigation System)
132
DRIVE Display
132
Meter Settings
132
Warning Messages and Driver's Information
137
Canceling the Function for Meter/Gauge Needle Movement Upon Turning on the Ignition Switch
141
Combination Meter Illumination
141
Meters and Gauges (2.5-Liter Non-Turbo Models)
141
Speedometer
141
Double Trip Meter
142
Odometer
142
Fuel Gauge
143
Tachometer
143
Temperature Gauge
144
Warning and Indicator Lights
145
Seatbelt Warning Light and Chime
146
SRS Airbag System Warning Light
147
CHECK ENGINE Warning Light/Malfunction Indicator Light
148
Front Passenger's Frontal Airbag on and off Indicators
148
AT OIL Temperature Warning Light (at Vehicles)
149
Charge Warning Light
149
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light (if Equipped)
149
Oil Pressure Warning Light
149
ABS Warning Light
151
Brake System Warning Light
151
Low Fuel Warning Light
152
All-Wheel Drive Warning Light (at Vehicles)
153
Door Open Warning Light
153
Vehicle Dynamics Control Operation Indicator Light (if Equipped)
153
Vehicle Dynamics Control Warning Light
154
Instruments and Controls
155
S# PREP Indicator Light (if Equipped)
155
Security Indicator Light
155
Shift-Up Indicator Light (MT Vehicles) (if Equipped)
155
SPORT Mode Indicator Light (at Vehicles) (if Equipped)
155
Gear Position Indicator (at Vehicles) (if Equipped)
156
Selector Lever and Gear Position Indicator (at Vehicles) (if Equipped)
156
Selector Lever Position Indicator (at Vehicles) (if Equipped)
156
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
156
Clock (Vehicle Without Navigation System)
157
Cruise Control Indicator Light
157
Cruise Control Set Indicator Light
157
Front Fog Light Indicator Light
157
Headlight Indicator Light
157
High Beam Indicator Light
157
Information Display (2.5-Liter Non-Turbo Models Without Navigation System)
158
Outside Temperature Indicator
158
Average Fuel Consumption
160
Current Fuel Consumption
160
Driving Range on Remaining Fuel
161
Journey Time
162
Light Control Switch
162
Headlight Flasher
163
Headlights
163
High/Low Beam Change (Dimmer)
163
Daytime Running Light System
164
Illumination Brightness Control
164
Turn Signal Lever
164
Front Fog Light Switch (if Equipped)
165
Parking Light Switch
165
Wiper and Washer
166
Windshield Wiper and Washer Switches
167
Rear Window Wiper and Washer Switch (Station Wagon)
169
Windshield Wiper Deicer (if Equipped)
169
Rear Window Defogger Button
170
Inside Mirror
171
Mirrors
171
Auto-Dimming Mirror/Compass (if Equipped)
172
Outside Mirrors
173
Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel
174
Horn
175
Climate Control
176
Air Flow Selection
177
Climate Control
177
Ventilator
177
Center and Side Ventilators
178
Control Panel
178
Manual Climate Control System (if Equipped)
178
Heater Operation
180
Air Conditioner Operation
182
Automatic Climate Control System (if Equipped)
183
Control Panel
183
Temperature Sensors
186
Checking Air Conditioning System before Summer Season
187
Cleaning Ventilator Grille
187
Cooling and Dehumidifying in High Humidity and Low Temperature Weather Condition
187
Efficient Cooling after Parking in Direct Sunlight
187
Lubrication Oil Circulation in the Refrigerant Circuit
187
Operating Tips for Heater and Air Conditioner
187
Air Conditioner Compressor Shut-Off When Engine Is Heavily Loaded
188
Air Filtration System (if Equipped)
188
Refrigerant for Your Climate Control System
188
Audio
189
Antenna System
190
FM Reception
190
Printed Antenna
190
XM TM Satellite Radio Reception (if Equipped)
190
Installation of Accessories
192
Audio Set
193
Type a Audio Set (if Equipped)
193
Type B Audio Set (if Equipped)
194
Power and Sound Controls
195
Power Switch and Volume Control
195
Tone and Balance Control
195
Audio Effector Switching (Type B)
197
FM/AM Radio Operation
198
FM/AM Selection
198
Tuning
198
Station Preset
199
Band Selection
200
Satellite Radio Operation (if Equipped)
200
Satellite Radio Reception
200
XM TM Satellite Radio
200
Channel and Category Selection
201
Channel Preset
202
Display Selection
202
CD Player Operation
203
How to Insert a CD (Type A)
203
How to Insert a CD(S) (Type B)
203
How to Play Back a CD
205
To Select a Track from Its Beginning
205
Fast-Forwarding and Fast-Reversing
206
Repeating
207
Random Playback
208
Scan
209
Display Selection
210
Folder Selection
210
How to Eject a CD from the Player (Type A)
211
How to Eject Cds from the Player (Type B)
211
When the Following Messages Are Displayed
212
AUX Inputs Selection Button
213
AUX Jack
213
AUX Unit Operation
213
Audio Control Buttons (if Equipped)
214
MODE Button
214
Precautions to Observe When Handling a Compact Disc
215
Interior Equipment
217
Cargo Area Light (Station Wagon)
218
Dome Light
218
Interior Equipment
218
Interior Light
218
Map Light
218
Sun Visor Extension Plate
219
Sun Visors
219
Storage Compartment
220
Vanity Mirror with Light
220
Center Console Box
221
Glove Box
221
Center Panel Compartment (if Equipped)
222
Cup Holder
223
Overhead Console (if Equipped)
223
Pocket
223
Accessory Power Outlets
224
Front Passenger's Cup Holder
224
Rear Passenger's Cup Holder
224
Coat Hook
226
Rear Passenger Area
226
For Sedan Models
227
For Station Wagon Models
227
Shopping Bag Hook
227
Cargo Area Cover (if Equipped)
228
Floor Mat
228
Using the Cover
228
Stowage of the Cargo Area Cover and Rear Gate Board
229
To Remove the Cover Housing
229
To Remove the Rear Gate Board
229
To Install the Cover Housing
230
Stowage Boxes (Station Wagon)
231
To Install the Rear Gate Board
231
Convenient Tie-Down Hooks (if Equipped)
232
Under-Floor Storage Compartment
232
Homelink® Wireless Control System (if Equipped)
233
Sedan
233
Station Wagon
233
Garage Door Opener Programming in the U.S.A
234
Programming Rolling-Code-Protected Garage Door Openers in the U.S.A
235
Programming for Entrance Gates and Garage Door Openers in Canada
236
Erasing Homelink® Button Memory
237
In Case a Problem Occurs
237
Operating the Homelink® Wireless Control System
237
Programming Other Devices
237
Reprogramming a Single Homelink® Button
237
Starting and Operating
239
Fuel
241
Fuel Requirements
241
Fuel Filler Lid and Cap
243
State Emission Testing (U.S. Only)
245
Preparing to Drive
246
Automatic Transmission Vehicle
247
Manual Transmission Vehicle
247
Starting the Engine
247
Stopping the Engine
248
Remote Engine Start System (Dealer Option)
249
Remote Start Safety Features
249
Starting Your Vehicle
249
Entering the Vehicle Following Remote Engine Start Shutdown
250
Entering the Vehicle While It Is Running Via Remote Start
250
Pre-Heating or Pre-Cooling the Interior of the Vehicle
250
Remote Transmitter Programming and Programmable Feature Option
250
Service Mode
250
System Maintenance
251
Driving Tips
253
Manual Transmission - 6 Speeds
254
Selecting Reverse Gear
254
Spec.b)
254
Driving Tips
255
Shifting Speeds
255
Automatic Transmission - 4-Speed
256
Selector Lever
256
Selection of Manual Mode
258
Selector Lever Reverse Inhibiting Function
258
Driving Tips
260
Maximum Speeds
260
SPORT Mode
260
Automatic Transmission - 5-Speed
261
Shift Lock Release
261
Selector Lever
262
Selection of Manual Mode
264
Selector Lever Reverse Inhibiting Function
264
Maximum Speeds
266
Driving Tips
267
Shift Lock Release
267
DRIVE (Turbo and 3.0-Liter Models)
268
Intelligent (I) Mode
268
DRIVE Selector
269
Sport (S) Mode
269
Sport Sharp (S#) Mode
269
DRIVE Sport Sharp (S#) Switch
270
Braking
271
Braking Tips
271
Power Steering
271
Rear Viscous Limited Slip Differential (LSD) (if Equipped)
271
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)
272
Brake System
272
Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators
272
ABS System Self-Check
273
ABS Warning Light
273
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System
274
Steps to Take if EBD System Fails
274
Vehicle Dynamics Control System (if Equipped)
275
Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor
277
Vehicle Dynamics Control off Switch
279
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
280
Parking Brake
282
Parking Your Vehicle
282
Cruise Control
283
Parking Tips
283
To Set Cruise Control
284
To Change the Cruising Speed
285
To Temporarily Cancel the Cruise Control
285
To Turn off the Cruise Control
285
Cruise Control Indicator Light
286
Cruise Control Set Indicator Light
287
Driving Tips
288
Driving Tips
289
Fuel Economy Hints
289
New Vehicle Break-In Driving - the First 1,000 Miles (1,600 Km)
289
Catalytic Converter
290
Engine Exhaust Gas (Carbon Monoxide)
290
Periodic Inspections
291
Driving in Foreign Countries
292
Driving Tips for AWD Vehicles
292
All AWD Models Except OUTBACK
293
Off Road Driving
293
Outback
293
Operation During Cold Weather
295
Winter Driving
295
Driving on Snowy and Icy Roads
296
Corrosion Protection
297
Snow Tires
298
Rocking the Vehicle
300
Tire Chains
300
Loading Your Vehicle
301
GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating)
302
Vehicle Capacity Weight
302
Roof Rail and Crossbar (if Equipped)
303
Trailer Hitch (if Equipped)
306
Connecting a Trailer
307
When You Do Not Tow a Trailer
308
Maximum Load Limits
309
Trailer Towing
309
Warranties and Maintenance
309
Trailer Hitches
312
Connecting a Trailer
313
Trailer Towing Tips
314
In Case of Emergency
317
In Case of Emergency
318
Temporary Spare Tire
318
Changing a Flat Tire
320
Flat Tires
320
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
325
Jump Starting
326
How to Jump Start
327
Engine Overheating
329
If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
329
If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
329
Towing
330
Towing and Tie-Down Hooks
330
Using a Flat-Bed Truck
333
Rear Gate (Station Wagon) - if the Rear Gate Cannot be Unlocked
334
Jack
335
Jack Handle
335
Maintenance Tools
335
Other Maintenance Tools
336
Appearance Care
337
Appearance Care
338
Exterior Care
338
Washing
338
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
339
Waxing and Polishing
339
Corrosion Protection
340
Most Common Causes of Corrosion
340
To Help Prevent Corrosion
340
Cleaning the Interior
341
Climate Control Panel, Audio Panel, Instrument Panel, Console Panel, Switches, Combination Meter, and Other Plastic Surface
341
Leather Seat Materials
341
Seat Fabric
341
Synthetic Leather Upholstery
341
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Subaru 2006 outback Owner's Manual (425 pages)
Brand:
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Automobile
| Size: 9.24 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
12
Safety Warnings
5
Vehicle Symbols
6
Seat, Seatbelt and SRS Airbags
7
Child Safety
8
Drinking and Driving
9
Driving with Pets
10
California Proposition 65
11
Tire Pressures
11
Table of Contents
12
Towing Hook (Page
13
Tie-Down Hooks (Page
13
Fog Light Switch (Page
19
Table of Contents
26
Front Seats
27
Seat, Seatbelt and SRS Airbags
27
Manual Seat
28
Power Seat (if Equipped)
29
Reclining the Seatback
29
Head Restraint Adjustment
30
Active Head Restraint
31
Lumbar Support (if Equipped)
31
Seat Heater (if Equipped)
32
Rear Seats
32
Folding down the Rear Seat - Station Wagon
33
Head Restraint Adjustment
33
Armrest (if Equipped)
35
Loading Long Objects (Sedan)
35
Seatbelts
36
Seatbelt Safety Tips
36
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)
37
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR)
38
Seatbelt Warning Light and Chime
38
Fastening the Seatbelt
40
Seatbelt Maintenance
46
Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
46
System Monitors
47
System Servicing
48
Precautions against Vehicle Modification
49
Child Restraint Systems
50
Where to Place a Child Restraint System
51
Choosing a Child Restraint System
52
Installing Child Restraint Systems with A/ELR Seatbelt
53
Installing a Booster Seat
56
Installation of Child Restraint Systems by Use of Lower and Tether Anchorages (LATCH)
57
Top Tether Anchorages
61
SRS Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
63
Vehicle with SRS Airbags and Lap/Shoulder Restraints for Driver, Front Passenger, and Window-Side Rear Passengers
63
Subaru Advanced Frontal Airbag System
68
SRS Side Airbag and SRS Curtain Airbag
78
SRS Airbag System Monitors
84
SRS Airbag System Servicing
85
Precautions against Vehicle Modification
86
Keys and Doors
88
Keys
89
Key Number
89
Immobilizer
90
Security ID Plate
90
Security Indicator Light
91
Key Replacement
91
Door Locks
91
Locking and Unlocking from the Outside
91
Locking and Unlocking from the Inside
92
Battery Drainage Prevention Function
93
Power Door Locking Switches
93
Key Lock-In Prevention Function
94
Remote Keyless Entry System
94
Locking the Doors
95
Unlocking the Doors
96
Unlocking the Trunk Lid/Rear Gate
96
Illuminated Entry
96
Vehicle Finder Function
96
Sounding a Panic Alarm
97
Selecting Audible Signal Operation
97
Replacing the Battery
97
Replacing Lost Transmitters
98
Alarm System
101
System Alarm Operation
101
Activating and Deactivating the Alarm System
101
If You Have Accidentally Triggered the Alarm System
102
Arming the System
102
Disarming the System
103
Valet Mode
103
Passive Arming
104
Tripped Sensor Identification
105
Shock Sensors (Dealer Option)
105
Child Safety Locks
105
Windows
106
Power Windows
106
Trunk Lid (Sedan)
108
To Open and Close the Trunk Lid from Outside
108
To Open the Trunk Lid from Inside
109
To Lock and Unlock the Trunk Lid Release Lever
109
Internal Trunk Lid Release Handle
109
Rear Gate (Station Wagon)
111
Moonroof (if Equipped)
112
Tilting/Sliding Moonroof (Sedan)
113
Moonroof (Station Wagon)
114
Instruments and Controls
116
Ignition Switch
118
Lock
118
Acc
119
Start
119
Key Reminder Chime
120
Ignition Switch Light
120
Hazard Warning Flasher
120
Meters and Gauges (Turbo Models)
120
Combination Meter Illumination
120
Speedometer
121
Odometer
122
Double Trip Meter
122
Fuel Gauge
123
Temperature Gauge
124
Meters and Gauges (Non-Turbo Models)
125
Combination Meter Illumination
125
Canceling the Function for Meter/Gauge Needle Movement Upon Turning on the Ignition Switch
125
Speedometer
125
Odometer
126
Double Trip Meter
126
Tachometer
127
Fuel Gauge
127
Temperature Gauge
128
Seatbelt Warning Light and Chime
129
Warning and Indicator Lights
129
SRS Airbag System Warning Light
131
CHECK ENGINE Warning Light/Malfunction Indicator Lamp
132
Front Passenger's Frontal Airbag on and off Indicators
132
AT OIL Temperature Warning Light (at Vehicles)
133
Charge Warning Light
133
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light (if Equipped)
133
Oil Pressure Warning Light
133
ABS Warning Light
135
Brake System Warning Light
135
Low Fuel Warning Light
136
All-Wheel Drive Warning Light (at Vehicles)
137
Door Open Warning Light
137
Vehicle Dynamics Control Operation Indicator Light (if Equipped)
137
Security Indicator Light
138
Vehicle Dynamics Control Warning Light
138
Gear Position Indicator (at Vehicles)
139
Selector Lever Position Indicator (at Vehicles)
139
SPORT Mode Indicator Light (at Vehicles)
139
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
139
Clock
140
Headlight Indicator Light
140
Front Fog Light Indicator Light
140
Cruise Control Indicator Light
140
Cruise Control Set Indicator Light
140
High Beam Indicator Light
140
Information Display
141
Outside Temperature Indicator
142
Current Fuel Consumption
143
Average Fuel Consumption
143
Driving Range on Remaining Fuel
144
Journey Time
145
Light Control Switch
146
Headlights
146
High/Low Beam Change (Dimmer)
146
Headlight Flasher
147
Daytime Running Light System
147
Turn Signal Lever
147
Illumination Brightness Control
148
Parking Light Switch
148
Front Fog Light Switch (if Equipped)
149
Wiper and Washer
149
Windshield Wiper and Washer Switches
150
Rear Window Wiper and Washer Switch (Station Wagon)
152
Rear Window Defogger Button
153
Windshield Wiper Deicer (if Equipped)
153
Mirrors
155
Inside Mirror
155
Auto-Dimming Mirror/Compass (if Equipped)
155
Outside Mirrors
156
Climate Control
160
Ventilator
161
Air Flow Selection
161
Climate Control
161
Center and Side Ventilators
162
Manual Climate Control System (if Equipped)
162
Control Panel
162
Heater Operation
164
Air Conditioner Operation
166
Automatic Climate Control System (if Equipped)
166
Control Panel
167
Temperature Sensors
170
Operating Tips for Heater and Air Conditioner
171
Cleaning Ventilator Grille
171
Efficient Cooling after Parking in Direct Sunlight
171
Lubrication Oil Circulation in the Refrigerant Circuit
171
Checking Air Conditioning System before Summer Season
171
Cooling and Dehumidifying in High Humidity and Low Temperature Weather Condition
171
Air Conditioner Compressor Shut-Off When Engine Is Heavily Loaded
171
Refrigerant for Your Climate Control System
171
Air Filtration System (if Equipped)
172
Audio
174
Antenna System
175
Printed Antenna
175
FM Reception
175
Installation of Accessories
175
Audio
176
Audio Set
176
Type a Audio Set
176
Type B Audio Set
176
Type C Audio Set
176
Type a Audio Set (if Equipped)
177
Radio Operation
178
Compact Disc Player Operation
182
Type B Audio Set (if Equipped)
186
Radio Operation
187
Built-In CD Changer Operation
191
Type C Audio Set (if Equipped)
199
Radio Operation
200
Built-In CD Changer Operation
204
Audio Control Buttons (if Equipped)
212
Precautions to Observe When Handling a Compact Disc
213
MP3 Audio
215
What Is MP3
215
Creating MP3 Files
215
Saving MP3 Files on a Disc
215
Supported File Systems
216
Compression Format
216
Numbers of Folders and Files
216
Copyright Issues
216
Interior Equipment
218
Map Light
219
Interior Light
219
Cargo Area Light (Station Wagon)
219
Dome Light
219
Sun Visors
220
Sun Visor Extension Plate
220
Vanity Mirror with Light
221
Storage Compartment
221
Glove Box
221
Center Console Box
222
Center Panel Compartment (if Equipped)
223
Overhead Console (if Equipped)
223
Cup Holder
224
Front Passenger's Cup Holder
224
Rear Passenger's Cup Holder
224
Accessory Power Outlets
225
Ashtray
226
Front Ashtray
226
Coat Hook
227
Rear Passenger Area
227
Shopping Bag Hook
228
Cargo Area Cover (Station Wagon)
229
Using the Cover
229
To Remove the Cover Housing
230
To Remove the Rear Gate Board
230
Stowage of the Cargo Area Cover and Rear Gate Board
230
To Install the Cover Housing
231
To Install the Rear Gate Board
231
Floor Mat
229
Convenient Tie-Down Hooks (if Equipped)
232
Stowage Boxes (Station Wagon)
232
Under-Floor Storage Compartment
233
Homelink® Wireless Control System (if Equipped)
234
Garage Door Opener Programming in the U.S.A
235
Programming Rolling-Code-Protected Garage Door Openers in the U.S.A
236
Programming for Entrance Gates and Garage Door Openers in Canada
237
Programming Other Devices
237
Operating the Homelink® Wireless Control System
237
Reprogramming a Single Homelink® Button
237
Erasing Homelink® Button Memory
238
In Case a Problem Occurs
238
Starting and Operating
240
Fuel
241
Fuel Requirements
241
Fuel Filler Lid and Cap
243
State Emission Testing (U.S. Only)
245
Preparing to Drive
246
Starting the Engine
247
Manual Transmission Vehicle
247
Automatic Transmission Vehicle
247
Manual Transmission
248
Shifting Speeds
249
Driving Tips
250
Stopping the Engine
248
Automatic Transmission - 4-Speed
250
Selector Lever
251
Selector Lever Reverse Inhibiting Function
252
Selection of Manual Mode
253
Maximum Speeds
254
Driving Tips
255
SPORT Mode
255
Shift Lock Release
255
Automatic Transmission - 5-Speed
256
Selector Lever
257
Selector Lever Reverse Inhibiting Function
259
Selection of Manual Mode
259
Maximum Speeds
261
Driving Tips
262
SPORT Mode
262
Shift Lock Release
262
Rear Viscous Limited Slip Differential (LSD) (if Equipped)
263
Power Steering
264
Braking
264
Braking Tips
264
Brake System
264
Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators
265
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)
265
ABS System Self-Check
265
ABS Warning Light
266
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System
267
Steps to Take if EBD System Fails
267
Vehicle Dynamics Control System (if Equipped)
268
Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor
270
Vehicle Dynamics Control off Switch
271
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
272
Parking Your Vehicle
274
Cruise Control
275
To Set Cruise Control
276
To Temporarily Cancel the Cruise Control
276
To Turn off the Cruise Control
277
To Change the Cruising Speed
277
Cruise Control Indicator Light
278
Cruise Control Set Indicator Light
278
Driving Tips
280
Engine Exhaust Gas (Carbon Monoxide)
281
Fuel Economy Hints
281
New Vehicle Break-In Driving - the First
281
Miles (1,600 Km)
281
Catalytic Converter
282
Driving in Foreign Countries
283
Periodic Inspections
283
Driving Tips for AWD Vehicles
284
Off Road Driving
285
Winter Driving
286
Operation During Cold Weather
286
Driving on Snowy and Icy Roads
288
Corrosion Protection
289
Snow Tires
289
Tire Chains
290
Rocking the Vehicle
291
Loading Your Vehicle
291
Vehicle Capacity Weight
292
GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating)
293
Roof Rail and Crossbar (if Equipped)
293
Trailer Hitch (if Equipped)
297
Connecting a Trailer
298
When You Do Not Tow a Trailer
299
Trailer Towing
299
Warranties and Maintenance
299
Maximum Load Limits
300
Trailer Hitches
303
In Case of Emergency
308
Temporary Spare Tire
309
If You Park Your Vehicle in an Emergency
309
Flat Tires
311
Changing a Flat Tire
311
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
316
Jump Starting
317
How to Jump Start
317
Engine Overheating
319
If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
319
If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
319
Towing
320
Towing and Tie-Down Hooks
320
Using a Flat-Bed Truck
323
Towing with All Wheels on the Ground
323
Rear Gate (Station Wagon) - if the Rear Gate Cannot be Unlocked
324
Maintenance Tools
325
Jack
325
Jack Handle
325
Other Maintenance Tools
326
Appearance Care
328
Exterior Care
329
Washing
329
Appearance Care
330
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
330
Waxing and Polishing
330
Corrosion Protection
331
Most Common Causes of Corrosion
331
To Help Prevent Corrosion
331
Cleaning the Interior
332
Seat Fabric
332
Leather Seat Materials
332
Synthetic Leather Upholstery
332
Climate Control Panel, Audio Panel, Instrument Panel, Console Panel, Switches, Combination Meter, and Other Plastic Surface
332
Maintenance and Service
334
Maintenance Precautions
336
Before Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment
337
When You Do Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment While the Engine Is Running
337
Maintenance Schedule
336
Engine Hood
337
Engine Compartment Overview
339
2.5-Liter Non-Turbo Models
339
2.5-Liter Turbo Models
340
3.0-Liter Models
341
Engine Oil
342
Checking the Oil Level
342
Changing the Oil and Oil Filter
343
Recommended Grade and Viscosity
345
Recommended Grade and Viscosity under Severe Driving Conditions
346
Cooling System
346
Hose and Connections
347
Engine Coolant
347
Air Cleaner Element
350
Replacing the Air Cleaner Element
350
Spark Plugs
352
Recommended Spark Plugs
352
Drive Belts
353
2.5-Liter Models
353
Manual Transmission Oil
353
Checking the Oil Level
353
Recommended Grade and Viscosity
354
Automatic Transmission Fluid
355
Checking the Fluid Level
355
Recommended Fluid
356
Front Differential Gear Oil (at Vehicles)
356
Checking the Oil Level
356
Recommended Grade and Viscosity
357
Rear Differential Gear Oil
357
Checking the Gear Oil Level
357
Recommended Grade and Viscosity
359
Power Steering Fluid
360
Checking the Fluid Level
360
Recommended Fluid
360
Brake Fluid
361
Checking the Fluid Level
361
Recommended Brake Fluid
361
Clutch Fluid (MT Vehicles)
362
Checking the Fluid Level
362
Recommended Clutch Fluid
362
Specifications
363
Brake Booster
363
Brake Pedal
363
Checking the Brake Pedal Free Play
363
Checking the Brake Pedal Reserve Distance
363
Clutch Pedal (Manual Transmission Vehicles)
364
Checking the Clutch Function
364
Checking the Clutch Pedal Free Play
364
Replacement of Brake Pad and Lining
364
Breaking-In of New Brake Pads and Linings
365
Parking Brake Stroke
365
Tires and Wheels
366
Types of Tires
366
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
366
Tire Inspection
367
Tire Pressures and Wear
368
Wheel Balance
370
Wear Indicators
370
Tire Rotation
370
Tire Replacement
371
Wheel Replacement
371
Aluminum Wheels
372
Windshield Washer Fluid
372
Replacement of Wiper Blades
374
Windshield Wiper Blade Assembly
374
Windshield Wiper Blade Rubber
375
Rear Window Wiper Blade Assembly
375
Rear Window Wiper Blade Rubber
376
Battery
377
Fuses
378
Installation of Accessories
380
Main Fuse
380
Replacing Bulbs
381
Headlight
382
Parking Light
383
Front Turn Signal Light
383
Front Fog Light (if Equipped)
383
Rear Combination Lights
384
Backup Light (Station Wagon)
385
Dome Light
386
License Plate Light
386
Door Step Light
387
Map Light
387
Cargo Area Light (Station Wagon)
388
Trunk Light (Sedan)
388
High Mount Stop Light (Sedan)
389
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