Subaru Tribeca 2012 Manuals

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Subaru Tribeca 2012 Quick Reference Manual (578 pages)

Brand: Subaru | Category: Automobile | Size: 8.54 MB

Table of Contents

3
- Panic Alarm
  4
- Remote Keyless Entry
  4
- Instrument Panel
  6
- Gauges
  8
- Personalize
  10
  - Steering Column
    10
  - Power Exterior Mirrors
    10
- Controls
  12
  - Light Controls
    12
  - Windshield Wipers
    13
  - Daytime Running Lights
    13
  - Automatic Climate Control
    14
  - Audio Controls
    16
  - Steering Wheel Audio Controls
    18
- While Operating
  20
- Safety/In Case of Emergency
  22
- Additional Information
  24
- Engine Oil
  25
  - Owner Information
    27
2012 Consumer Electronics/

31
- Bluetooth Basics
  32
- (Impreza 2.0I/Wrx/Wrx STI, Forester 2.5X)
  34
  - Receiving a Call
    37
- Legacy and Outback
  38
  - Making a Call
    40
- Blueconnect
  42
- Tribeca
  42
  - During a Call
    47
- Bluetooth with Navigation System
  48
- Legacy and Outback
  48
Table of Contents

57
- Safety Warnings
  
  59
- Before Use
  
  60
- System Components
  
  61
- Basic Operations
  
  62
  - What You Can Enjoy with Your Rear Seat Entertainment System
    62
  - Display
    63
    
    How to Open and Close the Display
    63
    
    Keeping the Display Clean
    65
  - Remote Control
    66
    
    Control Buttons and Joystick
    68
    
    How to Use the Remote Control
    70
    
    Replacing the Battery
    72
  - Wireless Headphones
    74
    
    Replacing the Batteries
    76
  - DVD Player
    78
- Precautions to Observe When Handling Discs
  
  79
  - Types of Discs Playable with the Rear Seat Entertainment System
    79
    
    DVD Video Discs
    81
    
    Copyright
    82
- Playing Discs
  
  83
  - Playing DVD Video Discs
    83
    
    Starting Playback
    83
    
    Stopping Playback
    83
    
    Pausing
    83
    
    Fast-Forwarding
    84
    
    Fast-Reversing
    84
    
    Skipping Chapters Forward
    85
  - Skipping Chapters Backward
    85
  - Title Search
    86
  - Skipping to a Predetermined Screen
    87
  - Displaying each Disc's Menu on the Screen
    87
  - Changing the Audio Language
    88
  - Changing the Subtitle Language
    89
  - Image Angle Selection on Multi-Angle Recorded Scenes
    90
  - Selecting a Dynamic Range Control Setting
    91
  - Playing Video Cds
    92
    
    Starting Playback
    92
    
    Stopping Playback
    92
    
    Pausing
    92
    
    Fast-Forwarding
    93
    
    Fast-Reversing
    93
    
    Skipping Tracks Forward
    94
    
    Skipping Tracks Backward
    95
    
    Skipping to a Predetermined Screen (Ver 2.0 Video CD Only)
    95
    
    Sound Channel (MAIN/SUB) Selection
    96
  - Playing Music Cds
    96
    
    Starting Playback
    96
    
    Stopping Playback
    96
    
    Fast-Forwarding
    97
    
    Fast-Reversing
    97
    
    Skipping Tracks Forward
    98
    
    Skipping Tracks Backward
    98
    
    Repeat Playback
    99
    
    Random Playback
    99
    
    Scan
    100
- Initial Settings
  
  101
  - Setting DVD/Audio/Subtitle Language
    102
  - Setting the Angle Mark Display
    103
  - Setting the Viewer Restriction Level
    104
    
    Password Registration
    105
- Connecting External Devices to Your Rear Seat Entertainment System
  
  106
- Adjusting Display Conditions and Selecting Display Mode
  
  107
  - Display Condition Adjustment
    107
    
    Adjusting Method
    107
  - Display Mode Selection
    108
    
    Selecting Method
    109
- Error Messages
  
  110
- Language/Code List
  
  111
Table of Contents

116
Table of Contents

172
- Cargo Area
  184
Seat, Seatbelt and Srs Airbags

188
- Front Seats
  
  189
  - Power Seat
    190
  - Memory Function (Driver's Seat - if Equipped)
    191
  - Head Restraint Adjustment
    192
  - Active Head Restraint
    193
  - Lumbar Support
    194
- Seat Heater (if Equipped)
  
  194
- Second-Row Seats
  
  195
  - Forward and Backward Adjustment
    195
  - Reclining the Seatback
    196
  - Folding down the Seatback
    197
  - Head Restraint Adjustment
    199
  - Armrest
    200
- Third-Row Seat
  
  200
  - Access to the Third-Row Seat
    201
  - Folding down the Seatback
    202
  - Head Restraint Adjustment
    203
- Seatbelts
  
  204
  - Seatbelt Safety Tips
    204
  - Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)
    205
  - Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR)
    205
  - Seatbelt Warning Light and Chime
    205
  - Fastening the Seatbelt
    205
  - Seatbelt Maintenance
    213
- Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
  
  214
  - System Monitors
    215
  - System Servicing
    215
  - Precautions against Vehicle Modification
    215
- Child Restraint Systems
  
  216
- SRS Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
  
  232
Keys and Doors

262
- Keys
  
  263
  - Key Number Plate
    263
- Immobilizer
  
  264
  - Security ID Plate
    264
  - Security Indicator Light
    265
  - Key Replacement
    265
- Door Locks
  
  266
- Power Door Locking Switches
  
  268
  - Key Lock-In Prevention Function
    269
- Remote Keyless Entry System
  
  269
  - Locking the Doors
    270
  - Unlocking the Doors
    271
  - Unlocking the Rear Gate
    271
  - Illuminated Entry
    271
  - Vehicle Finder Function
    271
  - Sounding a Panic Alarm
    272
  - Selecting Audible Signal Operation
    272
  - Replacing the Battery
    272
  - Replacing Lost Transmitters
    273
- Alarm System
  
  277
  - System Operation
    277
  - Activating and Deactivating the Alarm System
    277
  - If You Have Accidentally Triggered the Alarm System
    278
  - Arming the System
    278
  - Disarming the System
    279
  - Valet Mode
    279
  - Passive Arming
    280
  - Tripped Sensor Identification
    281
  - Shock Sensors (Dealer Option)
    281
- Child Safety Locks
  
  282
- Windows
  
  282
  - Power Windows
    282
- Rear Gate
  
  285
- Moonroof (if Equipped)
  
  286
  - Tilt Function
    287
  - Sliding Function
    287
  - Anti-Entrapment Function
    287
  - Sun Shade
    288
Instruments and Controls

290
- Ignition Switch
  
  292
  - Lock
    292
  - Acc
    293
  - Ignition Switch Light
    293
  - Key Reminder Chime
    293
  - Start
    293
- Hazard Warning Flasher
  
  294
- Meters and Gauges
  
  294
  - Combination Meter Illumination
    294
  - Canceling the Function for Meter Needle/Gauge Movement and Combination Meter Sequential Illumination Upon Turning on the Ignition Switch
    294
  - Speedometer
    295
  - Odometer
    295
  - Double Trip Meter
    296
  - Tachometer
    296
  - Fuel Gauge
    297
  - Temperature Gauge
    297
- Warning and Indicator Lights
  
  298
- Clock
  
  311
- Outside Temperature Indicator
  
  312
  - Low Outside Temperature Warning
    313
- Instruments and Controls
  
  313
- Multi Function Display (Vehicles Without a Genuine SUBARU Navigation System)
  
  313
  - Current Fuel Consumption
    314
  - Driving Range on Remaining Fuel
    315
  - Journey Time
    316
- Light Control Switch
  
  316
  - Headlights
    317
  - High/Low Beam Change (Dimmer)
    317
  - Headlight Flasher
    317
  - Daytime Running Light System
    318
- Illumination Brightness Control
  
  318
- Turn Signal Lever
  
  318
- Headlight Beam Leveler (if Equipped)
  
  319
- Front Fog Light Switch
  
  321
- Parking Light Switch
  
  321
- Wiper and Washer
  
  322
  - Windshield Wiper and Washer Switches
    323
  - Rear Window Wiper and Washer Switch
    324
- Windshield Wiper Deicer
  
  325
- Rear Window Defogger Button
  
  326
- Mirrors
  
  327
  - Type a Inside Mirror (if Equipped)
    327
  - Type B Inside Mirror (if Equipped)
    327
  - Type C Inside Mirror (if Equipped)
    330
  - Outside Mirrors
    331
- Horn
  
  333
- Tilt Steering Wheel
  
  333
Climate Control

334
- Ventilator
  
  335
  - Airflow
    335
  - Ventilator
    337
  - Control Panel
    338
- Automatic Climate Control System
  
  339
- Operating Tips for Heater and Air Conditioner
  
  343
- Air Filtration System
  
  344
  - Refrigerant for Your Climate Control System
    344
  - Replacing the Air Filter
    344
Audio

348
- Installation of Accessories
  
  349
  - Printed Antenna
    349
- Antenna System
  
  349
  - FM Reception
    349
- Audio Set
  
  350
  - Type B Audio Set
    350
  - Type a Audio Set
    350
- Type a Audio Set (if Equipped)
  
  351
  - Radio Operation
    351
  - Compact Disc Player Operation
    357
- Type B Audio Set (if Equipped)
  
  362
  - Radio Operation
    362
  - Built in CD Changer Operation
    368
- Audio Control Buttons
  
  373
  - MODE Button
    373
- Auxiliary Input Jack
  
  375
- Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System
  
  376
- Precautions to Observe When Handling a Compact Disc
  
  376
Interior Equipment

378
- Interior Light
  379
  - Dome Light
    379
  - Cargo Area Light
    380
  - Rear Gate Light
    380
  - Map Light
    380
  - Automatic Ambient Light for Center Console Area (if Equipped)
    381
- Sun Visors
  381
  - Sun Visor Extension Plate
    382
  - Vanity Mirror with Light
    382
- Storage Compartment
  383
  - Glove Box
    383
  - Center Console Box
    383
  - Rear Console
    384
  - Overhead Console
    385
- Cup Holder
  385
  - Front Passenger's Cup Holder
    385
  - Second-Row Seat Cup Holders
    386
  - Third-Row Seat Cup Holders
    386
- Bottle Holders
  386
- Accessory Power Outlets
  387
- Coat Hook
  389
- Floor Mat
  390
- Shopping Bag Hook
  390
- Cargo Area Cover (if Equipped)
  391
  - Using the Cover
    391
  - To Remove the Cover
    392
  - To Install the Cover Housing
    392
- Convenient Tie-Down Hooks
  393
- Under-Floor Storage Compartment
  393
- Homelink Wireless Control System (if Equipped)
  394
- Rear View Camera (if Equipped)
  398
  - How to Use the Rear View Camera
    399
  - Viewing Range on the Screen
    400
  - Help Line
    401
Starting and Operating

404
- Fuel
  405
  - Fuel Requirements
    405
  - Fuel Filler Lid and Cap
    406
- State Emission Testing (U.S. Only)
  408
- Preparing to Drive
  410
- Starting the Engine
  410
- Remote Engine Start System (Dealer Option)
  411
- Stopping the Engine
  411
- Automatic Transmission
  415
  - Select Lever
    416
  - Shift Lock Function
    417
  - Selection of Manual Mode
    419
  - Driving Tips
    420
  - SPORT Mode
    421
- Power Steering
  421
- Braking
  422
  - Braking Tips
    422
  - Brake System
    422
  - Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators
    423
- ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)
  423
  - ABS System Self-Check
    424
  - ABS Warning Light
    424
- Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System
  425
  - Steps to Take if EBD System Malfunctions
    425
- Vehicle Dynamics Control System
  426
  - Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor
    428
  - Traction Control System off Switch
    428
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
  430
- Parking Your Vehicle
  431
  - Parking Brake
    431
  - Parking Tips
    432
- Cruise Control
  432
  - To Set Cruise Control
    433
  - To Temporarily Cancel the Cruise Control
    433
  - To Turn off the Cruise Control
    434
  - To Change the Cruising Speed
    434
  - Cruise Control Indicator Light
    435
  - Cruise Control Set Indicator Light
    435
Driving Tips

436
- Driving Tips
  437
  - New Vehicle Break-In Driving - the First 1,000 Miles (1,600 Km)
    437
  - Fuel Economy Hints
    437
  - Engine Exhaust Gas (Carbon Monoxide)
    437
  - Catalytic Converter
    438
  - Periodic Inspections
    439
  - Driving in Foreign Countries
    439
  - Driving Tips for AWD Models
    439
  - On-Road and Off-Road Driving
    441
  - Winter Driving
    443
    
    Operation During Cold Weather
    443
    
    Driving on Snowy and Icy Roads
    444
    
    Corrosion Protection
    445
    
    Snow Tires
    445
    
    Tire Chains
    446
    
    Rocking the Vehicle
    446
  - Loading Your Vehicle
    447
    
    Vehicle Capacity Weight
    447
    
    GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating)
    448
    
    Roof Rails and Crossbar (if Equipped)
    449
    
    Roof Molding and Crossbar (if Equipped)
    452
  - Trailer Hitch (if Equipped)
    453
    
    Connecting a Trailer
    454
    
    When You Do Not Tow a Trailer
    455
  - Trailer Towing
    456
    
    Warranties and Maintenance
    456
    
    Maximum Load Limits
    456
    
    Trailer Hitches
    459
    
    Connecting a Trailer
    460
    
    Trailer Towing Tips
    461
In Case of Emergency

464
- Spare Tire
  
  465
  - Removing the Spare Tire
    466
  - Re-Storage of Spare Tire
    467
- If You Park Your Vehicle in an Emergency
  
  465
- Temporary Spare Tire
  
  468
- Flat Tires
  
  469
  - Changing a Flat Tire
    469
  - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
    473
- Jump Starting
  
  474
  - How to Jump Start
    475
- Towing
  
  477
  - Towing and Tie-Down Hooks
    478
  - Using a Flat-Bed Truck
    480
  - Towing with All Wheels on the Ground
    480
- Engine Overheating
  
  477
  - If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
    477
  - If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
    477
- Rear Gate - if the Rear Gate Cannot be Unlocked
  
  481
- Maintenance Tools
  
  482
  - Jack and Jack Handle
    482
Appearance Care

484
- Exterior Care
  
  485
  - Washing
    485
  - Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
    486
  - Waxing and Polishing
    486
- Corrosion Protection
  
  487
  - Most Common Causes of Corrosion
    487
  - To Help Prevent Corrosion
    487
- Cleaning the Interior
  
  488
Maintenance and Service

490
- Maintenance Precautions
  492
  - Before Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment
    493
  - When You Do Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment While the Engine Is Running
    493
- Maintenance Schedule
  492
- Engine Hood
  493
- Engine Compartment Overview
  495
- Engine Oil
  496
  - Checking the Oil Level
    496
  - Changing the Oil and Oil Filter
    497
  - Recommended Grade and Viscosity
    498
  - Synthetic Oil
    498
- Cooling System
  499
  - Hose and Connections
    499
  - Engine Coolant
    500
- Air Cleaner Element
  501
  - Replacing the Air Cleaner Element
    501
- Drive Belts
  502
- Spark Plugs
  502
  - Recommended Spark Plugs
    502
- Automatic Transmission Fluid
  503
  - Checking the Fluid Level
    503
  - Recommended Fluid
    504
- Front Differential Gear Oil
  504
  - Checking the Oil Level
    504
  - Recommended Grade and Viscosity
    505
- Power Steering Fluid
  505
  - Checking the Fluid Level
    505
  - Recommended Fluid
    506
- Rear Differential Gear Oil
  505
- Brake Fluid
  506
  - Checking the Fluid Level
    506
  - Recommended Brake Fluid
    507
- Brake Booster
  507
- Brake Pedal
  508
  - Checking the Brake Pedal Free Play
    508
  - Checking the Brake Pedal Reserve Distance
    508
- Replacement of Brake Pad and Lining
  508
  - Breaking-In of New Brake Pads and Linings
    509
- Parking Brake Stroke
  509
- Tires and Wheels
  510
  - Types of Tires
    510
  - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
    510
  - Tire Inspection
    511
  - Tire Pressures and Wear
    512
  - Wheel Balance
    514
  - Wear Indicators
    514
  - Tire Rotation Direction Mark
    514
  - Tire Rotation
    515
  - Tire Replacement
    515
  - Wheel Replacement
    516
- Aluminum Wheels
  516
- Windshield Washer Fluid
  517
- Replacement of Wiper Blades
  518
  - Windshield Wiper Blade Assembly
    519
  - Windshield Wiper Blade Rubber
    519
  - Rear Window Wiper Blade Assembly
    520
  - Rear Window Wiper Blade Rubber
    520
- Battery
  522
- Fuses
  523
- Main Fuse
  524
- Installation of Accessories
  525
- Replacing Bulbs
  525
- Front Fog Light
  528
- Rear Combination Lights
  528
- Back-Up Light/Tail Light
  529
- License Plate Light
  530
- Rear Gate Light
  530
- Dome Light
  531
- Door Step Light
  532
- Map Light
  532
- Vanity Mirror Light
  532
- Cargo Area Light
  533
Specifications

534
- Dimensions
  535
- Engine
  535
- Fuel
  536
- Engine Oil
  537
- Front Differential and Rear Differential Gear Oil
  539
- Electrical System
  540
  - Tires
    541
- Engine Coolant
  540
- Fluids
  540
- Fuses and Circuits
  
  542
  - Fuse Panel Located in the Passenger Compartment
    542
  - Specifications
    543
    
    Fuse Panel Located in the Engine Compartment
    544
- Bulb Chart
  
  545
- Vehicle Identification
  
  548
Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects

550
- Tire Information
  
  551
- Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards
  
  563
  - Treadwear
    563
  - Traction AA, A, B, C
    563
  - Temperature A, B, C
    564
- Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.)
  
  564
  - Index
    566

Subaru Tribeca 2012 Quick Reference Manual (29 pages)

2012

Brand: Subaru | Category: Automobile | Size: 0.78 MB

Table of Contents
3
Getting Started
4
- Remote Keyless Entry
  4
- Panic Alarm
  4
Instrument Panel
6
Gauges
8
- Steering Column
  10
- Power Exterior Mirrors
  10
Personalize
10
- Power Moonroof
  11
- Rear Seat Entertainment
  11
- Light Controls
  12
- Parking Light Switch
  12
Controls
12
- Windshield Wipers
  13
- Daytime Running Lights
  13
- Automatic Climate Control
  14
- Audio Controls
  16
- Steering Wheel Audio Controls
  18
- Auxiliary Input Jack
  18
- Cruise Control
  19
While Operating
20
- Child Restraint System
  22
- Child Safety Locks
  22
Safety/In Case of Emergency
22
Additional Information
24
- Engine Oil
  25
- Owner Information
  27

Subaru Tribeca 2012 Service Bulletin (2 pages)

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents

2012 Consumer Electronics/

Table of Contents

Safety Warnings

Before Use

System Components

Basic Operations

Precautions to Observe When Handling Discs

Playing Discs

Initial Settings

Connecting External Devices to Your Rear Seat Entertainment System

Adjusting Display Conditions and Selecting Display Mode

Error Messages

Language/Code List

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Seat, Seatbelt and Srs Airbags

Front Seats

Seat Heater (if Equipped)

Second-Row Seats

Third-Row Seat

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

Instruments and Controls

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

Light Control Switch

Illumination Brightness Control

Turn Signal Lever

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

Precautions to Observe When Handling a Compact Disc

Interior Equipment

Starting and Operating

Driving Tips

In Case of Emergency

Spare Tire