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OWNER'S MANUAL

Legacy / Outback

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The automatic lighting system in the 2017 Subaru Legacy includes features such as automatic illumination of interior lights (dome light, map light, cargo area light) when doors or the rear gate are opened and locked using the keyless access or remote keyless entry system. These lights remain on for several seconds and then gradually turn off. The timing of the light delay (OFF delay timer) can be adjusted through the multi-information display or by a Subaru dealer.

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Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL Legacy / Outback 2017 Love. It’s what makes a Subaru, a Subaru.
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 4 This manual describes the following vehicle types. Legacy Outback...
Page 6 America, Inc. and sold at retail by an Warranty and Maintenance Booklet . Before you operate your vehicle, carefully authorized SUBARU dealer in the United Read these warranties carefully. read this manual. To protect yourself and States come with the following warranties: extend the service life of your vehicle, .
Page 7 This chapter informs you when you need as all other portions of this manual care- fully in order to gain a better understand- to take your SUBARU to the dealer for scheduled maintenance and informs you ing of how to use your SUBARU vehicle how to keep your SUBARU running safely.
Page 8 Safety symbol Abbreviation list Abbreviation Meaning You may find several abbreviations in this Lower anchors and tethers for LATCH manual. The meanings of the abbrevia- children tions are shown in the following list. Lane Change Assist Abbreviation Meaning Light emitting diode Air conditioner Limited slip differential Automatic locking retractor/...
Page 9: Vehicle Symbols
. The SRS airbags deploy with Vehicle symbols Safety precautions when considerable speed and force. driving Occupants who are out of proper There are some of the symbols you may position when the SRS airbag Seatbelt and SRS airbag see on your vehicle. deploys could suffer very serious For warning and indicator lights, refer to injuries.
Page 10 Child safety with considerable speed and They could accidentally injure force and can injure or even kill themselves or others through children, especially if they are inadvertent operation of the ve- WARNING not restrained or improperly re- hicle. Also, on hot or sunny days, .
Page 11 . If at any time you suspect that System airbag) 1-41. Please don t drink and drive. exhaust fumes are entering the Engine exhaust gas (carbon vehicle, have the problem Drunken driving is one of the most monoxide) checked and corrected as soon frequent causes of accidents.
Page 12 Your vehicle should not be modified your doctor. other than with genuine SUBARU CAUTION parts and accessories. Other types Never drive if you are under the influence of modifications could affect its Do not use a car phone/cell phone of any illicit mind-altering drugs.
Page 13: General Information
In addi- security pass) to the windshield, crease in temperature could cause tion, certain fluids in vehicles and consult your SUBARU dealer for tread separation, and destruction of certain components of product wear details on the proper location.
Page 14 Noise from under the vehicle pedal; and, . How fast the vehicle was traveling. NOTE You may hear a noise from under the These data can help provide a better vehicle approximately 5 to 10 hours understanding of the circumstances in after the engine is turned off.
Page 16: 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 17 Engine hood (page 11-7) Illustrated index Headlight (page 3-47) Bulb replacement (page 11-40) Exterior Front wiper (page 3-59) Moonroof (page 2-48) Roof rail with integrated crossbars and rope hook (page 8-15) Door locks (page 2-6) Outside mirrors (page 3-81) Tire pressure (page 11-27) 10) Flat tires (page 9-5) 11) Fog light (page 3-56) 12) Tie-down hooks (page 9-14)
Page 18 Rear window defogger (page 3-61) Fuel filler lid and cap (page 7-4) Child safety locks (page 2-34) Towing hook (page 9-14) Trunk lid (page 2-38) Rear wiper (page 3-60) Rear gate (page 2-41) Bulb replacement (page 11-44) Tie-down holes (page 9-14) CONTINUED...
Page 19 Lower anchorages for child restraint Interior system (page 1-36) Seatbelt (page 1-16) Passenger compartment area Center console (page 6-6) Front seat (page 1-2) Rear seat (page 1-11)
Page 20 Select lever (page 7-26) Climate control (page 4-1) Audio (page 5-1)/Navigation system (Re- fer to the Owner s Manual supplement for the navigation system) Glove box (page 6-6) Accessory power outlet (page 6-10) Cup holder (page 6-8) Electronic parking brake switch (page 7-43) X-mode switch (page 7-39) Hill Holder switch (page 7-46)
Page 21 Shift lever (page 7-23) Climate control (page 4-1) Audio (page 5-1)/Navigation system (Re- fer to the Owner s Manual supplement for the navigation system) Glove box (page 6-6) Accessory power outlet (page 6-10) Cup holder (page 6-8) Electronic parking brake switch (page 7-43) Hill Holder switch (page 7-46) MT models...
Page 22 Buttons for SUBARU STARLINK NOTE For details about the SUBARU STARLINK (U.S.-spec. models only, if equipped), refer to the Owner s Manual s u p p l e m e n t f o r t h e S U B A R U STARLINK.
Page 23 Power windows (page 2-34) Instrument panel Remote control mirror switch (page 3-82) Combination meter (page 3-8) Audio (page 5-1/Navigation system (Re- fer to the Owner s Manual supplement for the navigation system) Hazard warning flasher switch (page 3-8) Seat heater switch (page 1-9) Climate control (page 4-1) Memory switch for power rear gate (page 2-45)
Page 24: Steering Wheel
Audio control switches (page 5-63) Steering wheel Talk switch for voice command system (page 5-81) Cruise control (page 7-50) Shift paddle (page 7-29) Tilt/telescopic lock lever (page 3-82) Hands-free phone switches (page 5-73) Multi information display control switches (page 3-36) SRS airbag (page 1-41) Horn (page 3-83) 10) Heated steering wheel switch...
Page 25 Windshield wiper (page 3-57) Light control and wiper control levers/switches Mist (page 3-59) Windshield washer (page 3-59) Rear window wiper and washer switch (page 3-60) Wiper intermittent time control switch (page 3-59) Wiper control lever (page 3-59) Light control switch (page 3-46) Front fog light switch (page 3-56) Headlight ON/OFF/AUTO (page 3-47) 10) Headlight flasher High/Low beam...
Page 26 Tachometer (page 3-10) Combination meter ECO gauge (page 3-12) Speedometer (page 3-9) U.S. spec. models (type A) Temperature gauge (page 3-12) Select lever/gear position indicator (page 3-31) Trip meter and odometer (page 3-9) Fuel gauge (page 3-11) CONTINUED...
Page 27 Tachometer (page 3-10) U.S. spec. models (type B) ECO gauge (page 3-12) Speedometer (page 3-9) Temperature gauge (page 3-12) Select lever/gear position indicator (page 3-31) Trip meter and odometer (page 3-9) Fuel gauge (page 3-11)
Page 28 Tachometer (page 3-10) Except U.S. spec. models (type A) ECO gauge (page 3-12) Speedometer (page 3-9) Temperature gauge (page 3-12) Select lever/gear position indicator (page 3-31) Trip meter and odometer (page 3-9) Fuel gauge (page 3-11) CONTINUED...
Page 29 Tachometer (page 3-10) Except U.S. spec. models (type B) ECO gauge (page 3-12) Speedometer (page 3-9) Temperature gauge (page 3-12) Select lever/gear position indicator (page 3-31) Trip meter and odometer (page 3-9) Fuel gauge (page 3-11)
Page 30 Warning and indicator lights Mark Name Page Mark Name Page Mark Name Page Electronic parking High beam indicator 3-21 3-31 brake indicator light light Seatbelt warning light 3-13 Hill Holder indicator High beam assist indi- 3-22 3-31 light cator (green) Front passenger s 3-13 seatbelt warning light...
Page 31 Mark Name Page Front passenger s fron- tal airbag ON indicator 3-15 light Front passenger s fron- tal airbag OFF indicator 3-15 light Windshield washer fluid 3-23 warning indicator Steering responsive fog lights OFF indicator (if 3-32 equipped) BSD/RCTA warning in- 3-32 dicator (if equipped) BSD/RCTA OFF indi-...
Page 32 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. Furthermore, some useful function settings are available using the multi information display.
Page 33 Item Function Possible settings Default setting Page Defogger and deicer system Rear window defogger, out- Operation for 15 minutes/ Operation for 15 minutes 3-61, 3-45 side mirror defogger and Continuous operation windshield wiper deicer Map light/Dome light/Cargo Operation of map light/dome OFF/Short/Normal/Long Long 6-4, 3-45...
Page 34 1-42 Seatbelt safety tips..........1-16 Components ............1-48 Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ....1-17 SUBARU advanced frontal airbag system, SRS Automatic Locking Retractor/Emergency Locking seat cushion airbag, SRS side airbag and SRS Retractor (ALR/ELR) ......... 1-17 curtain airbag ..........1-51 Seatbelt warning light and chime ......
Page 35: Front Seats
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats Front seats used in the upright position in a collision, the risk of sliding under the lap belt and of the lap belt WARNING sliding up over the abdomen will increase, and both can result in .
Page 36 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats for the child s age, height and weight. Secure ALL types of child restraint devices (including forward facing child seats) in the REAR seats at all times. NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FA- CING CHILD SEAT IN THE FRONT SEAT.
Page 37: Manual Seat (If Equipped)
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats Manual seat (if equipped) Reclining the seatback Seat cushion height adjustment (driver s seat) Forward and backward adjustment 1. Pull up the reclining lever, adjust the Push the lever down to lower the seat. seatback to the desired position, and then 1.
Page 38: Power Seat (If Equipped)
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats Power seat (if equipped) backward. During forward/backward ad- Front passenger s seat (if justment of the seat, you cannot adjust equipped) the seat cushion angle or seat cushion Driver s seat height. Seat cushion angle control switch To adjust the seat cushion angle, pull up or push down the front end of the control switch.
Page 39 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats Memory function (driver s seat retrieval of the seat position, stop the retrieval of the seat position equipped) by performing any of the follow- ing procedures. WARNING Operate any of the power seat . To avoid loss of vehicle control or switches personal injury, never perform Press the SET button...
Page 40 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats seat position can be retrieved even if the ignition switch is in the LOCK or OFF position. Retrieval of the seat position registered with access key 1. Hold the registered access key. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON 2.
Page 41: Head Restraint Adjustment
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats NOTE A chirp will sound, and the registered seat Head restraint height adjustment . If the registered seat position cannot position will be cleared. be retrieved after performing the pre- Head restraint adjustment vious procedures, try the following procedures.
Page 42: Seat Heater (If Equipped)
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seat heater ing a suitable driving posture, adjust the Seat heater (if equipped) head restraint to a position where the back of your head is as close to the head The seat heater operates when the igni- restraint as possible.
Page 43: Front Seat Heater (If Equipped)
1-10 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seat heater Front seat heater (if indicators illuminate. When HIGH mode is selected, all 3 LOW, MID and HIGH mode equipped) indicators illuminate. When the OFF mode is selected, all the indicators turn off. When LOW mode is selected, the LOW Selecting HIGH mode will cause the seat mode indicator on the rear seat heater to heat up quicker.
Page 44: Rear Seats
1-11 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Rear seats Reclining the seatback Rear seats (Outback) WARNING Never stack luggage or other cargo WARNING WARNING higher than the top of the seatback because it could tumble forward and Seatbelts provide maximum re- To prevent the passenger from slid- injure passengers in the event of a straint when the occupant sits well ing under the seatbelt in the event of...
Page 45: Folding Down The Rear Seatback
1-12 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Rear seats Folding down the rear seat- cargo area cover when you re- move out from the cargo area, back which could cause serious injury cline the rear seat. or death. . Move the front cover of the cargo .
Page 46 1-13 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Rear seats the seatback down. Outback . Push the release button . Pull the release lever To return the seatback to its original position, raise the seatback until it locks into place. Make sure that it is securely locked.
Page 47: Head Restraint Adjustment
1-14 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Rear seats Head restraint adjustment that the center of the head restraint is Rear window side seating position closest to the top of the occupant s ears. Both the rear window side seats and the When the seats are not occupied, lower rear center seat are equipped with head the head restraints to improve rearward...
Page 48: Armrest
1-15 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Rear seats extended position. When the rear center Rear center seating position seating position is not occupied, lower the head restraint to improve rearward visibi- CAUTION lity. The head restraint is not intended to Armrest be used in the retracted position.
Page 49: Seatbelts
1-16 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts . Put children in the rear seat Seatbelts According to accident statistics, properly restrained at all times. children are safer when properly Seatbelt safety tips The SRS airbag deploys with restrained in the rear seating considerable speed and force positions than in the front seat- and can injure or even kill chil-...
Page 50: Emergency Locking Retractor (Elr)
1-17 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts Emergency Locking Retrac- shoulder belt fit. Care must be taken to retracted fully, the ALR mode is canceled securely place the lap belt as low as and the ELR mode is restored. tor (ELR) possible on the hips and not on the child s The driver s seatbelt has an Emergency When securing a child restraint system on...
Page 51 1-18 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts possible on your hips. In a colli- Front seatbelts sion, this spreads the force of the 1. Adjust the seat position: lap belt over stronger hip bones instead of across the weaker Driver s seat: Adjust the seatback to the abdomen.
Page 52 1-19 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts Adjusting the front seat shoulder WARNING belt anchor height When wearing the seatbelts, make sure the shoulder portion of the webbing does not pass over your neck. If it does, adjust the seatbelt anchor to a lower position. Placing the shoulder belt over the neck may result in neck injury during sudden braking or in a collision.
Page 53 1-20 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts catching the belt webbing in the door. 1. Push the button on the buckle. 2. Have the seatbelt retracted slowly to Rear seatbelts (except rear center avoid the seatbelt being tangled or seatbelt on Outback) twisted.
Page 54 1-21 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts Rear center seatbelt is stowed in the WARNING WARNING recess of the ceiling. Fastening the seatbelt with the web- Be sure to fasten both tongue plates 1. Retrieve the connector (tongue) plate bing twisted can increase the risk or to the respective buckles.
Page 55 1-22 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts 2. Pull out the seatbelt slowly from the clicks. retractor. 4. After fastening the seatbelt, make sure that the mark on the connector 6. To make the lap part tight, pull up on (tongue) and the mark on the buckle 3.
Page 56 1-23 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts Unfastening the seatbelt 2. Insert a tongue plate or other hard 3. Allow the retractor to roll up the belt. pointed object into the slot in the con- You should hold the webbing end and 1.
Page 57: Seatbelt Maintenance
1-24 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seatbelt pretensioners Seatbelt maintenance Front seatbelt pretensioners To clean the seatbelts, use a mild soap and lukewarm water. Never bleach or dye The driver s and front passenger s seat- the belts because this could seriously belts have a seatbelt pretensioner.
Page 58 1-25 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seatbelt pretensioners the belt more effectively restrains the driver SUBARU dealer. When replacing seat- driver. belt retractor assemblies, use only SRS seat cushion airbag for front genuine SUBARU parts. passenger* When a seatbelt pretensioner is activated, .
Page 59: System Monitors
A diagnostic system continually monitors use electrical test equipment on retractors, have the work performed the readiness of the seatbelt pretensioner by your authorized SUBARU dealer. any circuit related to the seatbelt while the vehicle is being driven. The pretensioner and SRS airbag seatbelt pretensioners share the control systems.
Page 60: Precautions Against Vehicle Modification
(LATCH) 1-36). 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 61: Where To Place A Child Restraint System
Never let a passenger hold a child Children should be properly re- The following descriptions are SUBARU s on his or her lap while the vehicle is strained at all times. Never allow a recommendations on where to place a moving.
Page 62 1-29 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems . Automatic Locking Retractor/Emer- in the center seating position if a child priate for the child s age, height gency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR) seat- restraint system manufacturer s instruc- and weight. According to acci- belts tions permit and specify using anchors as dent statistics, children are safer...
Page 63: Choosing A Child Restraint System
1-30 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems Choosing a child restraint Installing child restraint sys- system tems with ALR/ELR seatbelt WARNING . Child restraint systems and seat- belts can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather;...
Page 64 1-31 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems Installing a rearward facing child CAUTION restraint . When you install a child restraint system, follow the manufac- turer s instructions supplied with it. After installing the child re- straint system, check to ensure that it is held securely in posi- tion.
Page 65 1-32 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems NOTE 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. Installing forward facing child re- straint WARNING Before installing a child restraint...
Page 66 1-33 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems 7. Take up the slack in the lap belt. CAUTION 8. Pull out the seatbelt fully from the retractor to change the retractor over from Store the head restraint that has been removed in the trunk or cargo the Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) area.
Page 67: Installing A Booster Seat
1-34 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems properly functioning). For additional instructions, refer to Top Installing a booster seat tether anchorages 1-39. WARNING . Child restraint systems and seat- belts can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather;...
Page 68 1-35 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems . Never place the shoulder belt following the instructions provided by its CAUTION manufacturer. under the child s arm or behind 3. Insert the tongue plate into the buckle the child s back. If an accident When you install a child restraint occurs, this can increase the risk system, follow the manufacturer s...
Page 69: Installation Of Child Restraint Systems By Use Of Lower And Tether Anchorages (Latch)
1-36 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems Installation of child restraint tight and secure, the danger of your systems by use of lower and child suffering personal injury in the event of an accident may be in- tether anchorages (LATCH) creased.
Page 70 1-37 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems the rear seat window-side seating posi- ones) of the rear seat. tions. For each window-side seating posi- tion, two lower anchorages are provided. Each lower anchorage is located behind the cover of seatback bottom. You will find marks at the rear seat cushion.
Page 71 SUBARU dealer. seat cushion, pull both left and right lower tether belts up to secure the child restraint system firmly by taking up the slack in the belt.
Page 72: Top Tether Anchorages
1-39 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems Top tether anchorages Tether anchorage location Outback Your vehicle is equipped with three top Legacy tether anchorages so that a child restraint system having a top tether can be installed in the rear seat. When installing a child restraint system using top tether, proceed as follows, while observing the instructions by the child restraint system...
Page 73 1-40 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems installed on the back side of the rear Legacy seatback. To hook the top tether CAUTION Always raise the head restraint when mounting a child restraint system with a top tether. Failure to do so may prevent the top tether from being fastened tightly.
Page 74: Srs Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
1-41 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) anchorage. *SRS airbag (Supplemental 5. Tighten the top tether securely. Restraint System airbag) Outback *SRS: This stands for Supplemental Re- straint System. This name is used be- cause the airbag system supplements the vehicle s seatbelts.
Page 75: General Precautions Regarding Srs Airbag System
1-42 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) pretensioner, refer to Front seatbelt pre- belt. They do not eliminate the seat as far from the steering tensioners 1-24. need to fasten seatbelts. It is also wheel as practical while still important to wear your seatbelt maintaining full vehicle control General precautions regard-...
Page 76 1-43 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) airbag deployment may cause It is also important to wear your front door or its internal trim. You injuries if your head or other seatbelt to help avoid injuries could be injured in the event of parts of the body are too close that can result when the SRS...
Page 77 1-44 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) proper operation and could be pro- other accessory in such a loca- tion could be propelled through pelled inside the vehicle, causing injury. the cabin with great force by the curtain airbag, or it could prevent correct deployment of the curtain airbag.
Page 78 1-45 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) Before hanging clothing on the coat whichever is appropriate for the hooks, make sure there are no sharp child s age, height and weight. objects in the pockets. Hang cloth- Secure ALL types of child restraint ing directly on the coat hooks with- devices (including forward facing...
Page 79 1-46 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) WARNING NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FA- CING CHILD SEAT IN THE FRONT SEAT. DOING SO RISKS SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD BY PLACING THE CHILD S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG.
Page 80 1-47 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) seat facing the side window get fresh air promptly. . A deploying SRS airbag releases Wrap his/her arms around the front seat seatback hot gas. Occupants could get burned if they come into direct Put his/her head, arms or contact with the hot gas.
Page 81: Components
1-48 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) Components The SRS airbags are stowed in the following locations. Driver s SRS frontal airbag: in the center portion of the steering wheel Front passenger s SRS frontal airbag: near the top of the dashboard under an SRS AIRBAG mark SRS side airbag: in the trim cover on the...
Page 82 1-49 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) Front sub sensor (right-hand side) SRS airbag system warning light Airbag control module (including impact sensor and rollover sensor) Front sub sensor (left-hand side) Frontal airbag module (front passenger s side) Frontal airbag module (driver s side) Front passenger s frontal airbag ON and...
Page 83 1-50 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag)
Page 84: Seat, Seatbelt And Srs Airbags
SRS curtain air- system. side) Curtain airbag module (right-hand side) Your vehicle is equipped with a SUBARU Your vehicle is equipped with a SUBARU Seat cushion airbag module (front pas- SRS curtain airbag system that complies senger s side)
Page 85 . Do not apply any strong impact Have the system inspected by your . Do not use front seats with their SUBARU dealer immediately if the SRS to the front passenger s seat backward-forward position and airbag system warning light illuminates.
Page 86 SUBARU advanced frontal airbag system. Have your vehicle inspected at your WARNING SUBARU dealer. Do not let anyone use NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FA- the front passenger s seat while you are CING CHILD SEAT IN THE FRONT...
Page 87 1. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK / system to the rear seat and immediately load on the front passenger s seat, OFF position. contact your SUBARU dealer for an activating the front passenger s inspection. 2. Remove the child restraint system SRS frontal airbag even though that from the seat.
Page 88 3. Turn the ignition switch to the ON small adult in the rear seat and im- result in personal injury. position. mediately contact your SUBARU dealer . Do not allow the rear seat occu- If the OFF indicator remains illuminated for an inspection. Even if the system...
Page 89: System Operation
Trebol Motors suspension or floor panel can affect the deployment. P.O. Box 11204, San Juan, Puerto Rico operation of the SUBARU advanced air- 00910 bag system. If you have any questions, The SRS airbags can function only when 787-793-2828 you may contact the following SUBARU the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Page 90 That vision is not obstructed and the driver s The SUBARU advanced frontal airbag level differs from one type of collision to ability to maintain control of the vehicle is...
Page 91 1-58 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) the visible damage done to the vehicle both driver s and front passenger s SRS Examples of the types of acci- itself. frontal airbags may be activated when the dents in which it is possible that vehicle sustains a hard impact in the the driver s/driver s and front...
Page 92 1-59 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) The vehicle strikes an object, such as a Examples of the types of accidents in which deployment of the driver s/ telephone pole or sign pole. driver s and front passenger s SRS frontal airbag(s) is unlikely to occur The vehicle slides under the load bed of a truck.
Page 93 If the vehicle is damaged in an speed frontal collision. to deploy in most cases accident but the SRS frontal airbag does not deploy, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possi- ble. First impact Second impact In an accident where the vehicle is...
Page 94 The SRS seat cushion airbags are de- signed to deploy simultaneously when the SRS frontal airbags deploy. For details about the operating conditions, refer to SUBARU advanced frontal airbag opera- tion 1-57. The front passenger s SRS seat cushion airbag is designed not to deploy in either of the following conditions.
Page 95 1-62 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) deploys independently of the driver s and sense an impact force above a predeter- If the rollover sensor detects rollover of the front passenger s SRS frontal airbags in mined level in a side collision, the control vehicle, the control module inflates the the steering wheel and instrument panel.
Page 96 1-63 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) . in most rear impacts (because the SRS Example of the type of accident side airbag and SRS curtain airbag in which the SRS side airbag will deployment would not protect the occu- most likely deploy pant in those situations) The SRS side airbag and SRS curtain...
Page 97 1-64 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) The vehicle is involved in a severe side Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS curtain airbag will most impact near the front seat or the rear likely deploy seat.
Page 98 1-65 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) Hitting a curb, edge of pavement or hard Examples of the types of accidents in which it is possible that the SRS surface curtain airbag will deploy Falling into or jumping over a deep hole Landing hard or vehicle falling It is possible that the SRS curtain airbags will deploy if a serious impact occurs to...
Page 99 1-66 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) The vehicle is involved in an oblique Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS side 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 100 1-67 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) The vehicle is involved in an oblique Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS curtain airbag is side-on impact. unlikely to deploy The vehicle is involved in a side-on impact in an area outside the vicinity of the passenger compartment.
Page 101: Srs Airbag System Monitors
1-68 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) ary). (Only the SRS side airbag is immediately followed by another from the Examples of the types of acci- designed not to deploy in most cases) same direction, once the SRS side airbag dents in which the SRS side The vehicle is struck from behind.
Page 102: Srs Airbag System Servicing
Front passenger s side serious injury. Immediately take your vehicle to . Seatbelt pretensioner your nearest SUBARU dealer to Driver s side have the system checked. Unless Front passenger s side checked and properly repaired, the CONTINUED...
Page 103: Precautions Against Vehicle Modification
In the following cases, contact your . To avoid accidental activation of ized SUBARU dealer. The SRS air- SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. bag control module, impact sensors the system or rendering the sys- .
Page 104 Any modifications to Always consult your SUBARU dealer if you want to install any accessory parts on the doors create a risk of the airbag system becoming inop- your vehicle.
Page 106 Keys and doors Keys ..............PIN Code Access (models with keyless access with push-button start system ) ..2-22 Key number plate ..........Registering a PIN code ........2-22 Immobilizer ............Unlocking ............2-23 Certification for immobilizer system..... Remote keyless entry system......2-24 Security indicator light ........
Page 107 Keys and doors Rear gate (Outback) ........... 2-41 Moonroof (if equipped)........2-48 Manual rear gate (if equipped) ......2-41 Moonroof switches ..........2-49 Power rear gate (if equipped)......2-42 Sun shade ............2-50...
Page 108: Keys
Keys and doors/Keys . Driver s door Key number plate Keys . Glove box The key number is stamped on the key . Trunk lid (Legacy) NOTE number plate attached to the key set. Write down the key number and keep it in For models with keyless access with The valet key fits only the ignition switch another safe place, not in the vehicle.
Page 109: Immobilizer
Keys and doors/Immobilizer Certification for immobilizer Immobilizer CAUTION system . Do not place the key under direct . For models with The immobilizer system is designed to keyless access sunlight or anywhere it may prevent an unauthorized person from with push-button start system : become hot.
Page 110: Security Indicator Light
ID code should be erased from the memory. To erase the lost key s ID code, all keys that will be used are required. For details about new key registration and erasing the lost key s ID code, contact your SUBARU dealer.
Page 111: Door Locks
Keys and doors/Door locks the ON position. Door locks For details about the alarm system, Locking and unlocking from refer to Alarm system 2-28. the outside NOTE If you unlock the driver s door with a key (including a mechanical key) and open the door while the alarm system is armed, the alarm system is triggered and the vehicle s horn sounds.
Page 112: Locking And Unlocking From The Inside
Keys and doors/Door locks Locking and unlocking from the inside WARNING Keep all doors locked when you drive, especially when small chil- dren are in your vehicle. Along with the proper use of seat- belts and child restraints, locking the doors reduces the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in an accident.
Page 113: Battery Drainage Prevention Function
SUBARU dealer. Contact the nearest by the battery drainage prevention func- SUBARU dealer if you would like to tion to prevent the battery from going change the setting. dead. The following interior lights are NOTE affected by this function.
Page 114: Power Door Locking Switches
SUBARU dealer. Contact a SUBARU dealer for details. To lock the doors, press the front side of the switch.
Page 115: Keyless Access With Push-Button Start System (If Equipped)
2-10 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push button start system Access key vehicle and the access key (with the Keyless access with push- mechanical key removed) at a parking button start system (if facility. equipped) The keyless access with push-button start system allows you to perform the following functions when you are carrying the access key.
Page 116: Safety Precautions
2-11 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push button start system Safety precautions vehicle CAUTION . When the access key is placed near Regarding radio wave wireless communication equipment When you carry the access key on such as a cell phone, or near a metallic an airplane, do not press the button WARNING object...
Page 117 2-18. The setting can an ultrasonic washer. . The access key is always commu- also be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Do not leave the access key in For more details, contact a SUBARU nicating with the vehicle and is con- humid or dusty locations, or dealer.
Page 118 2-13 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push button start system ignition switch while the keyless ac- cess function is switched to the non- operational mode, refer to Access key if access key does not operate properly 9-18. Radio waves used for the keyless access with push-button start sys- The keyless access with push-button start system uses radio waves of 134 kHz, in...
Page 119: Locking And Unlocking With Keyless Access Entry Function
2-14 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push button start system Locking and unlocking with keyless access entry func- tion Operating ranges Outback LED indicator Antenna When the access key is within either of the Operating range operating ranges of the front doors, the .
Page 120 2-15 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push button start system button ignition switch, refer to Switching ground, even if it is in the indicated operate in the following cases: operating range. power status 3-7. When the battery of the access key .
Page 121 2-16 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push button start system Unlocking Opening rear gate (Outback) Opening trunk (Legacy) Carry the access key, and grip the door Rear gate opener button Trunk opener button handle. Carry the access key, and press the rear Carry the access key, and press the trunk .
Page 122 2-17 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push button start system perform the unlocking operation once the remote keyless entry system have not Locking with the door lock first. You can then touch the door lock been used: sensor sensor to lock the doors. (1) 5 days after the push-button igni- tion switch has been turned off, com- Locking with the rear lock button...
Page 123: Selecting Audible Signal Operation
Non-operational: Entry System 3-45. The setting can . All doors and the rear gate will be also be changed by a SUBARU dealer. unlocked when the driver s door handle is Consult your SUBARU dealer for details. gripped. . For Outback, the rear gate will open...
Page 124 . The setting can also be changed at SUBARU dealers. For more details, contact a SUBARU dealer. . To start the engine while the func- tions are disabled, perform the proce-...
Page 125: When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
Replacing access key tions is performed again, a chirp sound will 2. Push the rear side (unlock side) of the Access keys can be replaced at SUBARU be heard, and the functions are enabled. power door locking switch. dealers. For more details, contact a 3.
Page 126: Certification For Keyless Access With Push-Button Start System
2-21 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push button start system . Canada-spec. models . Mexico-spec. models Certification for keyless ac- cess with push-button start system . U.S.-spec. models FCC ID: HYQ14AHC FCC ID: Y8PFJ14 2 FCC ID: Y8PSSPIMB02 CAUTION FCC WARNING Changes or modifications not ex- pressly approved by the party re- sponsible for compliance could void...
Page 127: Pin Code Access (Models With Keyless Access With Push-Button Start System )
2-22 Keys and doors/PIN Code Access (models with keyless access with push button start system ) Registering a PIN code PIN Code Access (models with keyless access with Preparation push-button start system ) 1. Turn off the ignition switch. 2. Close all doors (including trunk/rear gate).
Page 128: Unlocking
2-23 Keys and doors/PIN Code Access (models with keyless access with push button start system ) press the rear lock button eight times. the registered PIN code will be deleted. Registration You cannot unlock the doors by PIN 6. Perform steps 1 to 5 again within For example, to register 32468 as the Code Access until a new code is approximately 30 seconds after the buz-...
Page 129: Remote Keyless Entry System
2-24 Keys and doors/Remote keyless entry system buzzer will sound if incorrect PIN codes key is used as the transmitter for the Remote keyless entry system are entered five times continuously. If remote keyless entry system. For models this occurs, you cannot unlock the without keyless access with push-button CAUTION doors by PIN Code Access for 5...
Page 130: Operating The Access Key
Access key audible signal can also be changed by a time within 5 seconds. Lock/arm button SUBARU dealer. Consult your SUBARU Unlock/disarm button dealer for details. NOTE Trunk lid opener/rear gate unlock button Selecting hazard warning flasher...
Page 131: Operating The Transmitter
2-26 Keys and doors/Remote keyless entry system also be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Operating the transmitter lid) is not fully closed, the following will Consult your SUBARU dealer for details. occur to alert you that the doors (or the NOTE rear gate/trunk lid) are not properly closed.
Page 132: Replacing The Battery
Sounding a panic alarm CAUTION setting and the audible signal volume To activate the alarm, press the PANIC can be customized by a SUBARU dealer. button once. FCC CAUTION Consult your SUBARU dealer for details. The horn will sound and the hazard...
Page 133: Alarm System
Your vehicle s alarm system has been set for activation at the time of shipment from the factory. You can set the system for deactivation yourself or have it done by your SUBARU dealer.
Page 134: System Alarm Operation
(Outback) are deactivated as the fac- The odometer screen displays ALON alarms when triggered. tory setting. A SUBARU dealer can and the horn sounds once, indicating that . The vehicle s horn will sound for 30 activate the system. Contact your the system is now activated.
Page 135: Arming The System
. The 30-second standby time can be start system ). eliminated if you prefer. Have it per- Push-button ignition switch is formed by your SUBARU dealer. turned to the ACC position (mod- . For Legacy, if you open the trunk els with keyless access with push-...
Page 136 2-31 Keys and doors/Alarm system 5. Close the doors (and the rear gate than 2 seconds). All doors (and the rear gate (Outback)) will lock, an electronic (Outback)) but leave only the driver s door chirp will sound once, the hazard warning or the front passenger s door open.
Page 137: Disarming The System
2-32 Keys and doors/Alarm system system will automatically arm and doors To arm the system using the key- will automatically lock. less access function (if equipped) Disarming the system 1. Close all windows and the moonroof (if equipped) Perform either of the following procedures. 2.
Page 138: Valet Mode
, if the ac- the alarm system has been triggered. cess key battery is discharged, perform If you desire, your SUBARU dealer can Also, the number of flashes indicates the the procedure described in Switching connect them and set them for activation...
Page 139: Child Safety Locks
2-34 Keys and doors/Child safety locks Power window operation by Child safety locks Windows driver Driver s side power window WARNING WARNING switches Always turn the child safety locks to To avoid serious personal injury the LOCK position when children caused by entrapment, always con- sit on the rear seat.
Page 140 2-35 Keys and doors/Windows NOTE until the window is fully closed. Operating the driver s/front pas- senger s window If you continue to hold the AUTO To reset to normal operation, initialize switch in the down position after the the power window to reactivate the window has been fully opened, the one-touch auto up/down function.
Page 141 2-36 Keys and doors/Windows tial enough object trapped between the Locking the passengers windows Anti-entrapment function window and the window frame, it auto- matically moves down slightly and stops. CAUTION Operating the rear passengers . Never attempt to test this func- windows tion using fingers, hands or other parts of your body.
Page 142: Power Window Operation By Passengers
2-37 Keys and doors/Windows Power window operation by For some models, this switch also has a Operating the front passenger s one-touch auto up function. To close the passengers window window fully, pull the switch up until it Passenger s side power window clicks and then release it.
Page 143: Initialization Of Power Window
2-38 Keys and doors/Trunk lid (Legacy) Initialization of power win- Trunk lid (Legacy) Operating the rear passenger s windows If the vehicle s battery is disconnected due WARNING to situations such as battery or fuse replacement, the following functions are .
Page 144: To Open The Trunk Lid From Inside
2-39 Keys and doors/Trunk lid (Legacy) To open and close the trunk To open the trunk lid from Internal trunk lid release lid from outside inside handle The trunk lid can be opened using the The internal trunk lid release handle is a keyless access function or remote keyless device designed to open the trunk lid from entry system.
Page 145 2-40 Keys and doors/Trunk lid (Legacy) Inspection WARNING Perform the following steps at least twice Never allow any child to get in the a year to check the release handle for trunk and play with the release correct operation. handle. If the driver starts the vehi- 1.
Page 146: Rear Gate (Outback)
Power door locking switches 2-9. your SUBARU dealer. . Keyless access with the push-button ing system or other causes, you can unlock it by manually operating the start system (if equipped): Refer to Key- rear gate lock release lever.
Page 147: Power Rear Gate (If Equipped)
. Do not install any accessories from the stays, which may result slope by using the power rear in their inability to hold the rear other than genuine SUBARU gate feature, the rear gate may parts on the rear gate. If the gate open.
Page 148: Keys And Doors
2-43 Keys and doors/Rear gate (Outback) you press one of the power rear gate may malfunction. Operation buttons briefly during this range, the . Do not touch the driving rod. NOTE rear gate will be closed. Doing so may result in injury or .
Page 149 2-44 Keys and doors/Rear gate (Outback) electronic chirp and the hazard warning twice and the hazard warning flashers will flashers will operate as follows: flash twice. If you briefly press the power . When operating the power rear gate rear gate button again, the rear gate will open.
Page 150 2-45 Keys and doors/Rear gate (Outback) If you press the power rear gate button Memory function again, the rear gate will close. You can open the rear gate by pressing the power rear gate button briefly while the rear gate is being closed.
Page 151 2-46 Keys and doors/Rear gate (Outback) NOTE registered. the hazard warning flashers flash three times. The electronic chirp and the flash- Registration of the rear gate height: The rear gate will open to the position ing hazard warning flashers confirm the that is stored in the memory function To register the rear gate height, perform selected rear gate height has been regis-...
Page 152 SUBARU dealer. Consult your SUBARU memory function. When opening the rear gate: The rear dealer for details.
Page 153 . If the moonroof does not close, moonroof. we recommend that you have the . Before leaving the vehicle, al- system checked by a SUBARU ways remove the key from the dealer. ignition switch for safety (models without...
Page 154 2-49 Keys and doors/Moonroof NOTE Moonroof switches switch to close the moonroof. One-touch operation does not take To stop the moonroof at a selected mid- Tilting moonroof place when the moonroof is lowered. way position while opening or closing it, Press the switch continuously to lower momentarily press the front side or rear the moonroof.
Page 155: Sun Shade
2-50 Keys and doors/Moonroof Sun shade The sun shade can be slid forward or backward by hand while the moonroof is closed. If the moonroof is opened, the sun shade also moves back.
Page 156: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and controls Front passenger s frontal airbag ON and OFF Ignition switch (models without push- indicators ............3-15 button start system)......... CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction LOCK..............indicator light ..........3-16 ACC..............Charge warning light.......... 3-16 ON..............Oil pressure warning light ........3-16 START ..............
Page 157 Instruments and controls High beam assist warning indicator (yellow) (if Light control switch........... 3-46 equipped)............3-31 Headlights ............3-47 Cruise control indicator ........3-31 High/low beam change (dimmer) ......3-49 Cruise control set indicator ........ 3-32 Headlight flasher ..........3-53 Automatic headlight beam leveler warning light Daytime running light system......
Page 158 Instruments and controls Tilt/telescopic steering wheel......3-82 Heated Steering Wheel system (if equipped) ............3-83 Horn ..............3-83...
Page 159: Ignition Switch (Models Without Push- Button Start System)
Instruments and controls/Ignition switch (models without push button start system) long time with the ignition switch in the Ignition switch (models with- against your knees or hands while ON or ACC position can cause the you are driving, it could turn the out push-button start sys- battery to go dead.
Page 160: Acc
Instruments and controls/Ignition switch (models without push button start system) NOTE while turning it (all models) and the select contains an immobilizer transponder. . The key is near or touching another lever is in the P position (CVT models). The engine may not start in the follow- transmitter.
Page 161: Push-Button Ignition Switch (Models With Push-Button Start System)
Instruments and controls/Push button ignition switch (models with push button start system) On the floor Push-button ignition switch Inside the glove box (models with push-button Inside the door trim pocket start system) On the rear seat On the rear shelf (Legacy) Safety precautions Inside the trunk (Legacy) Refer to Safety precautions...
Page 162: Switching Power Status
Orange audio and ac- the instrument panel illumination cessory power outlet. is turned on, have the vehicle inspected at a SUBARU dealer. Orange . If the vehicle was left in the hot (while engine is All electrical stopped) sun for a long time, the surface of...
Page 163: When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
Instruments and controls/Hazard warning flasher Hazard warning flasher Meters and gauges Battery drainage prevention func- tion NOTE When the push-button ignition switch is left in the ACC or ON position for Liquid crystal displays are used in approximately 1 hour, the push-button some of the meters and gauges in the ignition switch will be automatically combination meter.
Page 164: Canceling The Function For Meter/Gauge Needle Movement Upon Turning On The Ignition Switch
Instruments and controls/Meters and gauges NOTE Odometer This sequence of operations may not take place if you quickly turn the ignition switch to start the engine. This is not a malfunction. Canceling the function for meter/gauge needle move- ment upon turning on the ignition switch It is possible to activate or deactivate the movement of the meter needles and...
Page 165: Double Trip Meter
3-10 Instruments and controls/Meters and gauges Double trip meter To set the trip meter to zero, select the A trip or B trip meter by pressing the trip reset switch and keep the switch pressed for more than 2 seconds. CAUTION To ensure safety, do not attempt to change the function of the indicator...
Page 166: Fuel Gauge
3-11 Instruments and controls/Meters and gauges NOTE OFF or ACC position, the fuel gauge to protect the engine from overrev- shows E even if the fuel tank contains ving. The engine will resume run- fuel. ning normally after the engine speed is reduced below the red zone.
Page 167: Temperature Gauge
3-12 Instruments and controls/Meters and gauges Temperature gauge efficiency as shown in the following chart. CAUTION Needle position If the pointer exceeds the normal Displayed unit operating range, safely stop the + side - side vehicle as soon as possible. Better Poorer Refer to Engine overheating...
Page 168: Warning And Indicator Lights
Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights Warning and indicator lights : Charge warning light corresponding system. Consult your authorized SUBARU dealer : Oil pressure warning light for repair. Several of the warning and indicator lights : AT OIL TEMP warning light...
Page 169 At speeds lower than approxi- tact your SUBARU dealer for an inspec- passenger s seatback, or allow him/her to mately 9 mph (15 km/h) tion.
Page 170: Srs Airbag System Warning Light
SRS frontal tions of SRS seat cushion airbag, refer . Flashing or flickering of the warn- airbag determined by the SUBARU ad- to SRS seat cushion airbag operation vanced frontal airbag system monitoring. ing light 1-61.
Page 171: Check Engine Warning Light/Malfunction Indicator Light
You should have your vehicle If you have recently refueled your vehicle, checked by an authorized SUBARU deal- CAUTION the cause of the CHECK ENGINE warning er immediately.
Page 172: Engine Low Oil Level Warning Indicator
SUBARU dealer. As an added safety feature, your vehicle Transmission control system warn- NOTE has been equipped with a tire pressure .
Page 173 SUBARU dealer as soon as original pressure sensor/transmitter maintain correct tire pressure, even if possible.
Page 174: Abs Warning Light
ABS may be considered normal. Have your vehicle towed to the available opportunity by your . The warning light illuminates right nearest SUBARU dealer for re- SUBARU dealer. after the engine is started but turns off pair. immediately, remaining off.
Page 175 3-20 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights brake system is not malfunctioning if the vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU ing brake system may be mal- the light turns off after a short period of dealer for repair. functioning. Immediately stop time.
Page 176: Electronic Parking Brake Indicator Light
Drive carefully to the tronic parking brake system may Electronic parking nearest SUBARU dealer and have the be malfunctioning. Immediately brake indicator light system inspected. stop your vehicle in a safe loca- tion, use tire stops under the 6.
Page 177: Hill Holder Indicator Light
7-43. the vehicle in a safe location and light behavior is as described in the contact your SUBARU dealer. Parking brake apply inhibit warn- following examples, the electronic parking brake system is not malfunc-...
Page 178: Door Open Indicator
Drive carefully to start system ). pressure for some other reason. the nearest SUBARU dealer and The open door is indicated by the corre- have the vehicle inspected immedi- sponding part of the door open indicator.
Page 179: Vehicle Dynamics Control Warning Light/Vehicle Dynamics Control Operation Indicator Light
3-24 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights . The steering wheel remains in the checked at a SUBARU dealer immedi- ABS. Accordingly, if the ABS is fully turned position for a long period ately. inoperative, the Vehicle Dynamics . The warning light does not illuminate of time.
Page 180: Warning Chimes And Warning Indicator Of The Keyless Access With Push-Button Start System (If Equipped)
Never drive the vehicle if the indi- ing condition. Have your vehicle checked cator on the push-button ignition at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. switch is flashing in green when . The light does not turn off even after starting the engine.
Page 181 3-26 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights SUBARU dealer as soon as pos- List of warnings sible. . When the operation indicator on CAUTION the push-button ignition switch When any of the following warnings flashes in orange, contact a occurs even if the access key warn- SUBARU dealer immediately.
Page 182 3-27 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights Operation indicator Inside warning Outside warning on push-button Status Action chime chime ignition switch Switch the push-button ignition switch to The driver s door is opened while the push- OFF , or close the driver s door. button ignition switch is ACC and the select Ding, *When exiting the vehicle, be sure to switch...
Page 183 3-28 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights Operation indicator Inside warning Outside warning on push-button Status Action chime chime ignition switch Access key warning for engine start: Carry the access key, and press the push- The push-button ignition switch is pressed Ding button ignition switch.
Page 184 The engine start procedure is performed, but (15 seconds max.) the push-button ignition switch. the steering is still locked. System malfunction warning: Contact a SUBARU dealer immediately and Ding Flashes in orange A malfunction is detected in the power have the vehicle inspected.
Page 185: Security Indicator Light
ACC or LOCK position immobilizer system may be malfunction- Immobilizer system when the ignition switch is in the ing. Contact your nearest SUBARU dealer ON position. The security indicator light starts blinking immediately. in the following conditions.
Page 186: Select Lever/Gear Position Indicator
(which shows the cator (green) (if have your vehicle inspected at a current gear selection) and the upshift/ equipped) SUBARU dealer as soon as possi- downshift indicator light up. Refer to ble. This indicator appears when the high Selection of manual mode 7-29.
Page 187: Cruise Control Set Indicator
(if equipped) normally. your vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. If this light illuminates while driving or does This indicator appears while the hill not turn off approximately 3 seconds after descent control function is in standby.
Page 188: Rab Warning Indicator (If Equipped)
3-33 Instruments and controls/Information display NOTE Sonar audible alarm Information display . The outside temperature indicator OFF indicator (if shows the temperature in the area equipped) around the sensor. Therefore, the tem- This indicator illuminates when the sonar perature indication may differ from the audible alarm is turned OFF.
Page 189: Clock
ACC or ON NOTE position. Your SUBARU dealer can change the To adjust the time shown by the clock, settings of activating/deactivating the press the + button or the − button. If...
Page 190: Climate Control Mode Indicators
3-35 Instruments and controls/Information display Climate control mode indica- Outside temperature indica- tors Models with automatic climate control system Set temperature indicator (driver s side) Models with manual climate control sys- U.S. spec. models Set temperature indicator (front passen- Except U.S. spec. models ger s side) Maximum air conditioner ON indicator Maximum air conditioner ON indicator...
Page 191: Multi Information Display
3-36 Instruments and controls/Multi information display to Select lever/gear position indicator Multi information display 3-31.) Telltale screen (refer to Telltale screen 3-40.) WARNING Odometer (refer to Odometer 3-9.)/ double trip meter (refer to Double trip meter 3-10.) Always pay adequate attention to safe driving when operating the multi information display while the vehicle is in motion.
Page 192: Welcome Screen And Good-Bye Screen
3-37 Instruments and controls/Multi information display Warning screen as vehicle information, warning informa- screen is displayed. . Once the welcome screen appears, tion, etc., they will interrupt the current screen, and appear on the display accom- it takes a certain period of time to panied by a beep.
Page 193: Basic Screens
3-38 Instruments and controls/Multi information display Average fuel consumption screen: Basic screens By operating the switch on the steering wheel, you can change the screen that is always displayed. Default screen: Journey time alert screen : Fuel consumption NOTE : Driving range on remaining fuel The journey time alert screen will This screen displays the average rate of fuel consumption since the trip meter was last...
Page 194 (models with genuine was turned to the ON position) and journey SUBARU navigation system): distance (the distance that has been driven since the ignition switch was turned to the ON position).
Page 195: Telltale Screen
3-40 Instruments and controls/Multi information display Multi Media Link screen (while selecting the Telltale screen Mark Name Page destination) (models with genuine SUBARU navigation system): Door open indicator 3-23 High beam assist indi- 3-31 cator (green) Engine low oil level...
Page 196: Menu Screens
3-41 Instruments and controls/Multi information display NOTE Mark Name Page If you enter the Go Back menu, the system will return to the previous Icy road surface warn- 3-32 ing indicator screen. Access key warning in- 3-25 dicator (if equipped) RAB warning indicator 3-33 (if equipped)
Page 197 3-42 Instruments and controls/Multi information display The menu list is as follows. Second menu First menu Third menu Settings Screen Settings Welcome Screen ON (with sound) ON (without sound) Good-bye Screen ON/OFF Gauge Initial Movement ON/OFF Gear Position Indicator Settings ON/OFF (MT models) Units...
Page 198 3-43 Instruments and controls/Multi information display Second menu First menu Third menu Settings Vehicle Setting Keyless Entry System ON/OFF Audible Signal ON/OFF Hazard Warning Flasher *1 *2 Driver Door Only, All Driver Door Unlock *1 *2 *3 Rear Gate Only, All Rear Gate Unlock Defogger 15 minutes/Continuous...
Page 199 3-44 Instruments and controls/Multi information display After entering the EyeSight menu, select Screen Settings Units one of the following menus. After entering the Screen Settings menu, You can select the displayed units of the select one of the following menus. distance, vehicle speed and volume.
Page 200 3-45 Instruments and controls/Multi information display BSD/RCTA (if equipped) . Rear Gate Unlock (Outback with Vehicle Setting After entering the BSD/RCTA menu, keyless access with push-button start After entering the Vehicle Setting menu, select the Warning Volume menu. You system ): select one of the following menus.
Page 201: Light Control Switch
3-46 Instruments and controls/Light control switch function when exiting. Light control switch Auto Headlights . Light Sensitivity: Default Settings The operational sensitivity of the auto on/ Select Yes to use the menu screen to CAUTION off headlights can be set. You can select restore customized settings to the factory Max , Mid , Low or Min .
Page 202: Headlights
Auto Headlights 3-46. Also, the system ) setting can be changed by a SUBARU . when the key is not inserted into the dealer. Consult your SUBARU dealer for ignition switch (models without key- To turn on the headlights, turn the knob on details.
Page 203 Welcome Lighting 3-46. low beam headlight for smooth approach- remain illuminated even when either of the For models with the genuine SUBARU naviga- ing to or exiting from the vehicle at night or following operation is done. in a dark place.
Page 204: High/Low Beam Change (Dimmer)
To change from low beam to high beam, When replacing the windshield shown in the illustration. push the turn signal lever forward. When glass, use the genuine SUBARU the headlights are on high beam, the high parts (or equivalent products). CAUTION...
Page 205 This setting can be changed to OFF the windshield glass near the camera. (non-operation) at SUBARU dealers. . Do not attach any accessories near For more details, contact a SUBARU the inside mirror and camera. dealer. If it is necessary to attach a label,...
Page 206 Check if the high beam assist indicator illuminates. If the indicator does not illuminate, have the vehicle inspected at a SUBARU dealer. Automatic dimming on/off button How to temporarily lower the 2. Press and hold the automatic dimming...
Page 207 3-52 Instruments and controls/Light control switch Press and hold the automatic turn on. If there are lights similar to the dimming on/off button for 15 to 20 headlights or the tail lights in the Tips for the high beam assist seconds again.
Page 208: Headlight Flasher
3-53 Instruments and controls/Light control switch Headlight flasher Daytime running light system curve When another vehicle passes in front of your vehicle WARNING When an oncoming vehicle or ve- The brightness of the illumination of hicle ahead comes in and out of view the high beam headlights is reduced because of continuous curves, median by the daytime running light system.
Page 209: Headlight Beam Leveler (Models With Hid Headlights)
3-54 Instruments and controls/Headlight beam leveler (models with HID headlights) . While the hazard warning flasher is Headlight beam leveler Turn signal lever on, the high beam headlights turn off. (models with HID headlights) The HID headlights generate more light than conventional halogen headlights.
Page 210: One-Touch Lane Changer
The operational/non-operational setting of the one-touch lane changer s can be celed even when the ignition switch is changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact turned to the LOCK / OFF position. the nearest SUBARU dealer for details. Auto dimmer cancel function...
Page 211: Front Fog Light Switch (If Equipped)
3-56 Instruments and controls/Front fog light switch will turn on if all of the following conditions Front fog light switch are met. (if equipped) . The low beam headlights are on . The fog light switch is in the position .
Page 212: Wiper And Washer
3-57 Instruments and controls/Wiper and washer Wiper and washer Steering responsive fog lights OFF Steering responsive fog lights OFF switch indicator WARNING In freezing weather, do not use the windshield washer until the wind- shield is sufficiently warmed by the defroster.
Page 213 . Use clean water if windshield solution to prevent streaking, and to remove accumulations of road salt or washer fluid is unavailable. In road film. Operate the windshield areas where water freezes in washer for at least 1 second so that winter, use SUBARU Windshield...
Page 214: Windshield Wiper And Washer Switches
3-59 Instruments and controls/Wiper and washer Windshield wiper and washer For a single wipe of the wipers, push the Windshield washer lever up. The wipers operate until you switches release the lever. The wiper operates only when the ignition Wiper intermittent time control switch is in the ON position.
Page 215: Rear Window Wiper And Washer Switch (Outback)
. Other models: Operational eration) This setting can be changed by a Rear wiper SUBARU dealer. Consult your SUBARU To turn the rear wiper on, turn the knob dealer for details. switch upward. To turn the wiper off, return the knob...
Page 216: Defogger And Deicer
3-61 Instruments and controls/Defogger and deicer Defogger and deicer vated only when the ignition switch is in gate. Doing so may damage the rear the ON position. wiper when it operates. Washer To wash the rear window while the rear wiper is operating, turn the knob switch upward to the position.
Page 217 3-62 Instruments and controls/Defogger and deicer shield wiper blade rubbers have been snow, remove the snow so that the deiced completely before that time, press windshield wiper deicer works effec- the control switch to turn them off. If tively. . While the defogger and deicer sys- defrosting, defogging or deicing is not complete, you have to press the control tem is in the continuous operation...
Page 218: Mirrors
3-63 Instruments and controls/Mirrors . By pressing the automatic dimming on/ Auto-dimming mirror/com- Mirrors off button, the automatic dimming function pass with HomeLink (U.S.- ® is toggled on or off. When the automatic spec. models without Always check that the inside and outside dimming function is on, the LED indicator EyeSight system - if mirrors are properly adjusted before you...
Page 219 3-64 Instruments and controls/Mirrors Photosensors Compass zone adjustment Compass calibration 1. If a C is displayed in the compass window, the compass needs to be cali- brated. 2. Drive the vehicle in a circle at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less until the display reads a direction.
Page 220 3-65 Instruments and controls/Mirrors . Canada-spec. models www.homelink.com or call 1-800-355- WARNING 3515. . W h e n p r o g r a m m i n g t h e . U.S.-spec. models HomeLink Wireless Control Sys- ® tem, you may be operating a FCC ID: NZLPZLHL4 garage door opener or other...
Page 221 3-66 Instruments and controls/Mirrors NOTE 4. Simultaneously press and hold both CAUTION the hand-held transmitter button and the If any of the HomeLink buttons are ® desired HomeLink button. DO NOT re- When programming the HomeLink already programmed for other devices, ®...
Page 222 3-67 Instruments and controls/Mirrors NOTE rolling-code-protected garage door open- The exact location and color of the button ers in the U.S.A. 3-67. may vary by brand of garage door opener. Some garage door openers may re- If it is difficult to locate the training button, quire you to do the above press-hold- refer to your garage door opener s instruc- Programming rolling-code-pro-...
Page 223 3-68 Instruments and controls/Mirrors 6. When the indicator light flashes slowly begins to flash slowly (after approximately and then rapidly after several seconds, 20 seconds), position the hand-held trans- release both buttons. mitter of the device between 1 to 3 inches (25 to 76 mm) away from the HomeLink 7.
Page 224 3-69 Instruments and controls/Mirrors Auto-dimming mirror with dimming function is on, the LED indicator will illuminate. HomeLink (except U.S.- ® Even with the mirror in the automatic spec. models - if equipped) dimming mode, the mirror surface turns bright if the shift lever/select lever is shifted into the R (reverse) position.
Page 225 3-70 Instruments and controls/Mirrors . U.S.-spec. models . Canada-spec. models distracting glare from vehicle headlights behind you and automatically dim the FCC ID: NZLPZLHL4 mirror to eliminate glare and preserve your vision. For this reason, use care not CAUTION to cover the sensors with stickers, or other similar items.
Page 226 3-71 Instruments and controls/Mirrors NOTE WARNING CAUTION If any of the HomeLink buttons are ® . W h e n p r o g r a m m i n g t h e already programmed for other devices, When programming the HomeLink ®...
Page 227 3-72 Instruments and controls/Mirrors 4. Simultaneously press and hold both rolling-code-protected garage door open- The exact location and color of the button the hand-held transmitter button and the ers in the U.S.A. 3-72. may vary by brand of garage door opener. desired HomeLink button.
Page 228 3-73 Instruments and controls/Mirrors NOTE 6. When the indicator light flashes slowly and then rapidly after several seconds, Some garage door openers may re- release both buttons. quire you to do the above press-hold- release sequence a third time to com- 7.
Page 229: Auto-Dimming Mirror/Compass With Homelink (Models With Eyesight System)
3-74 Instruments and controls/Mirrors begins to flash slowly (after approximately Auto-dimming mirror/com- 20 seconds), position the hand-held trans- pass with HomeLink (mod- ® mitter of the device between 1 to 3 inches els with EyeSight system) (25 to 76 mm) away from the HomeLink ®...
Page 230 3-75 Instruments and controls/Mirrors 3. To adjust for compass zone variance: generic programming instructions; for To Operate the Auto-Dimming Fea- Genie and Sommer garage door openers ture (1) Find your current location and please go directly to the HomeLink zone number on the map. Press the switch to turn the auto- ®...
Page 231 3-76 Instruments and controls/Mirrors Programming a New HomeLink new battery be placed in the ® button hand-held remote (garage door opener remote) of the device for quicker and more accurate train- ing. . Turn the ignition switch to the ON or ACC position before programming and/or operating HomeLink ®...
Page 232 3-77 Instruments and controls/Mirrors Indicator Light Learn button 3. While the HomeLink indicator light is ® flashing orange, press and hold the hand- 4. Press the HomeLink button that you 5. At the garage door opener motor, ® held remote button. Continue pressing the would like to program and observe the (security gate motor, etc...) locate the hand-held remote button until the...
Page 233 3-78 Instruments and controls/Mirrors Gate Operator / Canadian Pro- gramming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter remote signals to time-out (or quit) after several seconds of transmis- sion, which may not be long enough for HomeLink to pick up the signal during ®...
Page 234 3-79 Instruments and controls/Mirrors the device during the cycling pro- Range may be reduced by obstacles such R e p r o g r a m m i n g a S i n g l e cess to prevent possible overheating. as houses or trees.
Page 235 3-80 Instruments and controls/Mirrors . U.S.-spec. models online at www.HomeLink.com and www.youtube.com/HomeLinkGentex. FCC ID: NZLAECHL5 Using Two-Way Communication CAUTION FCC WARNING Changes or modifications not ex- pressly approved by the party re- sponsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment.
Page 236: Outside Mirrors
3-81 Instruments and controls/Mirrors . Canada-spec. models Outside mirrors WARNING Convex mirror (passenger side) . W h e n p r o g r a m m i n g t h e HomeLink Wireless Control Sys- ® WARNING tem, you may be operating a garage door opener or other Objects look smaller in a convex device.
Page 237 3-82 Instruments and controls/Tilt/telescopic steering wheel Tilt/telescopic steering wheel Remote control mirror switch WARNING . Do not adjust the steering wheel tilt/telescopic position while driv- ing. This may cause loss of vehicle control and result in personal injury. . If the lever cannot be raised to the fixed position, adjust the steering wheel again.
Page 238 3-83 Instruments and controls/Horn Horn Heated Steering Wheel sys- CAUTION tem (if equipped) . If you use the Heated Steering Wheel system without the engine The Heated Steering Wheel system is a running, the battery voltage may function that warms the surface tempera- drop below the permissible level ture of the steering wheel at the constant and it may not be possible to...
Page 239 3-84 Instruments and controls/Heated Steering Wheel system system will automatically turn off ap- proximately 30 minutes after the switch has been turned on.
Page 240: Climate Control
Climate control Ventilator control..........Operating tips for heater and air conditioner ............Center ventilators..........Side ventilators ........... Cleaning ventilator grille ........Efficient cooling after parking in direct Rear ventilators (if equipped)....... sunlight ............. Climate control panel.......... Lubrication oil circulation in the refrigerant Type A ..............
Page 241: Ventilator Control
Climate control/Ventilator control Side ventilators Rear ventilators (if equipped) Ventilator control Center ventilators Open Open Close Close Open Move the tab to adjust the flow direction. Move the tab to adjust the flow direction. Close To open the ventilator, turn the side grille To open the ventilator, turn the rear grille Move the tab to adjust the flow direction.
Page 242: Climate Control Panel
Climate control/Climate control panel Fan speed control dial (Refer to Fan Climate control panel speed control 4-8.) A/C button (Refer to Air conditioner Type A control 4-8.) Airflow mode selection button (Refer to Airflow mode selection 4-6.) Air inlet selection button (Refer to Air inlet selection 4-8.) Temperature control dial (Refer to Tem-...
Page 243: Type B
Climate control/Climate control panel Temperature control dial (Refer to Tem- Type B perature control 4-7.) AUTO button (Refer to Automatic climate control system (type B) 4-5.) OFF button (Refer to Automatic cli- mate control system (type B) 4-5.) A/C button (Refer to Air conditioner control 4-8.) Airflow mode selection button (Refer to...
Page 244: Automatic Climate Control System (Type B)
Climate control/Automatic climate control system (type B) NOTE Sensors Automatic climate control If you operate any of the buttons on the system (type B) control panel other than the button, rear window defogger button NOTE and temperature control buttons during .
Page 245: Manual Climate Control
Climate control/Manual climate control and become damaged, the system may Manual climate control not be able to control the interior tempera- ture correctly. To avoid damaging the Airflow mode selection sensors, observe the following precau- Select the preferred airflow mode by tions: pressing the airflow mode selection button Do not subject the sensors to impact.
Page 246: Temperature Control
Climate control/Manual climate control Temperature control the instrument panel and some through windshield defroster outlets (A small Turn the temperature control dial over a amount of air flows to the windshield and range from the blue side (cool) to red side both side windows to prevent fogging.) (warm) to regulate the temperature of airflow from the air outlets.
Page 247: Fan Speed Control
Climate control/Manual climate control . The air conditioner will turn on. passenger s side dial to set the front work properly. passenger s side temperature. While the MAX A/C mode is selected, Air inlet selection When the DUAL mode is canceled: performing the following operation returns the system to the setting that had been Set the desired temperature by turning the...
Page 248: Defrosting
Climate control/Defrosting Defrosting Operating tips for heater and WARNING air conditioner Continued operation in the ON posi- Select the desired mode or mode tion may fog up the windows. Switch Cleaning ventilator grille to defrost or dehumidify the windshield to the OFF position as soon as the and front door windows by performing the outside dusty condition clears.
Page 249: Lubrication Oil Circulation In The Refrigerant Circuit
Have your filter checked the off-season to circulate its oil. upgrade. or replaced by your SUBARU dealer. For replacement, use only a genuine Checking air conditioning Refrigerant for your climate SUBARU air filter kit. For the replacement...
Page 250: Replacing An Air Filter
4-11 Climate control/Air filtration system mance if not properly maintained. doing this, be careful not to damage the hinge. Replacing an air filter 1. Remove the glove box. (1) Open the glove box. (3) Push both sides of the glove box inward to unlock the stoppers and then pull down the glove box as far as it will 2.
Page 251 4-12 Climate control/Air filtration system dust on the air cleaner from falling to the inside of its housing. (1) Pull the air filter approximately 3.9 inches (10 cm) first. (2) Gently push the near side of the air filter down. (3) Pull out the air filter.
Page 252: Audio
Basic operation ..........5-18 Talking on the phone ......... 5-78 Unit settings ............5-19 Phone settings ..........5-79 SUBARU STARLINK (if equipped) ....... 5-26 Voice command system ........5-81 AM/FM radio............5-28 Using the voice command system...... 5-81 SiriusXM Satellite Radio (if equipped) ....
Page 253: Antenna
Do not use sharp instruments or window cleaner containing abra- CAUTION sives to clean the inner surface of . Always consult your SUBARU the window on which the antenna is printed. Doing so may damage the dealer before installing a citizen antenna printed on the window.
Page 254 Audio/Audio set . Some functions may not be avail- able depending on the market and specifications of your vehicle. . The images shown in this Owner s Manual are sample images. The actual images may vary depending on the market and specifications of your ve- hicle.
Page 255: Base Display Audio Set (If Equipped)
ACC or ON position. . Power and audio controls: refer to Basic operation 5-18. . SUBARU STARLINK (if equipped): refer to SUBARU STARLINK 5-26. . Radio operation: refer to AM/FM radio 5-28. . Satellite radio operation (if equipped): refer to SiriusXM Satellite Radio 5-37.
Page 256 Audio/Audio set NOTE HD Radio Technology (if equipped) should be included as feature in the base display audio set. This display audio set is referred to as follows. U . S . c u s t o m e r s : S U B A R U STARLINK Multimedia...
Page 257: Subaru Starlink
The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON models only, if equipped) position. For details about how to use the SUBARU STARLINK Multimedia Plus audio set, refer to the 2016 Legacy/Outback SUBARU STARLINK...
Page 258: Tips For Operating The Audio/Visual System
Audio/Audio set Tips for operating the audio/ from a station, the weaker its signal will be. In addition, reception conditions visual system Fading: AM broadcasts are reflected by change constantly as the vehicle moves. the upper atmosphere especially at CAUTION night.
Page 259 Audio/Audio set CD player and disc . This CD player is intended for use with 4.7 in. (12 cm) discs only. Audio CDs . Extremely high temperatures can keep the CD player from working. On hot days, use the air conditioning system to cool the inside of the vehicle before using the .
Page 260 Audio/Audio set CAUTION . Do not use special shaped, trans- parent/translucent, low quality or labeled discs such as those shown in the illustrations. The use of such discs may damage the player, or it may be impossi- ble to eject the disc. .
Page 261 5-10 Audio/Audio set lens of the unit. Made for . It may not be possible to play discs . iPod touch (5th generation)* . iPod touch (4th generation) recorded on a personal computer depend- ing on the application settings and the .
Page 262 5-11 Audio/Audio set Corresponding bit rates (Audio) and playback errors, use the appropriate File information file extension. Compatible compressed files (Audio) File type Bit rate (kbps) . This system can play only the first session when using multi-session compa- MP3 files: Item DISC 32 - 320...
Page 263 5-12 Audio/Audio set . M3u playlists are not compatible with ID3 tag the audio device. . This is a method of embedding track- . MP3i (MP3 interactive) and MP3PRO related information in an MP3 file. This formats are not compatible with the audio embedded information can include the device.
Page 264 5-13 Audio/Audio set . Level 2: The file name can have up to 31 characters (including the separation . AAC is short for Advanced Audio mark . and file extension). Each folder Coding and refers to an audio compres- must contain fewer than 8 hierarchies. sion technology standard used with MPEG2 and MPEG4.
Page 265 No audio file This indicates that there is no audio file in the connected iPod. Unplayable file This indicates that the accessed file cannot play back. NOTE If the malfunction is not rectified: Take your vehicle to your SUBARU dealer.
Page 266: Basic Information Before Use
5-15 Audio/Audio set Basic information before use Touch screen gestures Operations are performed by touching the touch screen directly with your finger. WARNING Operation method Outline Main use When the vehicle is stopped with the engine running, always apply the parking brake for safety.
Page 267 5-16 Audio/Audio set Touch screen operation Entering letters and numbers/list Function screen operation This system is operated mainly by the Delete a character/number entered keys on the screen. into the window. Entering letters and numbers When a screen key is touched, a beep When entering the Bluetooth device name sounds.
Page 268 . When using the SUBARU STARLINK NOTE function (if equipped), the display screen . This unit does not support commer- may be different from the screen above.
Page 269: Basic Operation
5-18 Audio/Audio set only the first two connected devices Turning the system on and off Selecting an audio source will be recognized. 1. Press the AUDIO/TUNE knob. Basic operation This section describes some of the basic features of the audio/visual system. Some information may not pertain to your sys- tem.
Page 270: Unit Settings
Select to display the hands-free settings 5-25. function using your cell phone. PHONE knob while any screen other than the . SUBARU STARLINK settings (if Refer to Hands-free phone audio control screen is displayed, the system 5-71. equipped): Select to the...
Page 271 5-20 Audio/Audio set General settings Bluetooth settings Sound settings Touch the tab for the audio unit basic Touch the tab to set Bluetooth. Touch the tab to set the sound quality. settings. Item Function Item Function Item Function BT De- Balance/ Select to adjust speaker volume Select to pair/connect the Blue-...
Page 272 5-21 Audio/Audio set Refer to the following table for the adjustment range of each audio setting item and Item Function default value. Select to pick-up vocal sound Vocal Im- age Con- signal from the sound data, and Item Step Default adjust it to right/left or front/rear.
Page 273 5-22 Audio/Audio set . Volume Balance setting . Vocal image setting Balance/Fader 1. Select the Volume Balance Control 1. Select the Vocal Image Control key. A good balance of the left and right stereo key. channels and of the front and rear sound levels is important for good quality audio program listening.
Page 274 5-23 Audio/Audio set Speed Volume Control Graphic Equalizer The system adjusts to the optimum You can adjust the sound quality by volume and tone quality according to increasing/decreasing the gain for each vehicle speed to compensate for in- frequency range. creased vehicle noise.
Page 275 5-24 Audio/Audio set Sound Restorer You can play compressed audio data with a sound quality that is close to the original sound. Select the ON or OFF key by the right side key of the Sound Restorer key. Virtual Bass Vocal Image Control This function enables you to adjust the Refer to Balance/Fader...
Page 276 5-25 Audio/Audio set screen without polarized sunglasses. Display settings . If the screen is set to Day mode Touch the tab to set display. with the headlight switch turned on, this condition is memorized even with the engine turned off. How to adjust the rear view image In the camera display, the brightness, tint,...
Page 277: Subaru Starlink (If Equipped)
Bluetooth for Android devices. . For details about connecting an iPhone/iPod touch: Refer to Connect- ing and disconnecting a USB memory/ 3. Touch the SUBARU STARLINK key portable device 5-17. on the APPS screen. The disclaimer . For details about registering or con- screen or the error screen is displayed.
Page 278 . You can also switch to aha or . The error screen will be displayed Pandora (if equipped) from the APPS while using SUBARU STARLINK due to screen. one of the following possible reasons. When your smartphone has no...
Page 279: Am/Fm Radio
5-28 Audio/Audio set AM/FM radio Function Control screen and audio panel Turn to adjust volume. Press to turn the audio system on/ off. Turn to step up/down frequencies. Turn to move up/down the list. Also, the knob can be used to enter selections on the list screens by pressing.
Page 280 5-29 Audio/Audio set . The radio automatically blends to an Selecting a station from the list (if HD Radio signal (if equipped) in AM or equipped) FM where available. A station list can be displayed. 1. Touch the tab. How to change the source Select the AM or FM key on the source select screen.
Page 281 5-30 Audio/Audio set displayed. on the screen. You can access a URL by Radio settings reading the QR code using a smartphone, You can perform various radio settings. etc. 1. Touch the tab. 2. Select the desired item from the Delete bookmark from the list following table.
Page 282 5-31 Audio/Audio set AM and FM broadcast sound quality is FM stations can provide additional digital- now crystal clear, with AM sound quality only audio programming on HD2/HD3 that virtually matches FM quality of the Channels. past, and FM broadcasts that have near Available HD Radio technology (if CD-level sound quality.
Page 283 5-32 Audio/Audio set . Turn on the power of the iPod if it is select the desired multicast channel. not turned on. . Once an iPod is connected, the NOTE music tag moves from the radio into . HD Radio stations can be preset.
Page 284 5-33 Audio/Audio set NOTE In addition, the following messages appear. . The tag information can not be Display Message Contents preserved while scanning or caching the radio station. If there is not enough memory in the digital Tag storage full .
Page 285 5-34 Audio/Audio set . Visual information related to content being played on your HD Radio receiver, such as Album Art, historical photographs, still art from live broadcasts, among other related content.
Page 286 5-35 Audio/Audio set Troubleshooting guide Experience Cause Action Mismatch of time alignment - a user may hear The radio stations analog and digital volume is None, radio broadcast issue. A user can contact a short period of programming replayed or an not properly aligned or the station is in ballgame the radio station.
Page 287 5-36 Audio/Audio set Experience Cause Action When the status is changed to acquiring digital When the system determined that the SPS data because the reception condition of SPS station could not be received while receiving The HD Channel is unavailable caution station has improved.
Page 288: Siriusxm Satellite Radio (If Equipped)
5-37 Audio/Audio set SiriusXM Satellite Radio (if Control screen and audio panel equipped) SiriusXM Data Service Data service information, which is com- prised of traffic information and weather information, can be received via the SiriusXM Radio. To receive the data service information in the vehicle, a subscription to the SiriusXM Satellite Radio service is necessary.
Page 289 5-38 Audio/Audio set Function Return to the playback display. Audio panel Function Turn to adjust volume. Press to turn the audio system on/ off. Press to display the sound setting screen. Refer to Unit settings Turn right to step up channels and turn left to step down channels.
Page 290 5-39 Audio/Audio set . U.S. customers: How to subscribe to SiriusXM Sa- WARNING tellite Radio Visit www.siriusxm.com or call . SiriusXM Satellite Radio Services To listen to a satellite radio broadcast in 1-866-635-2349 Legal Disclaimers and Warn- the vehicle, a subscription to the SiriusXM .
Page 291 5-40 Audio/Audio set How to change the source NOTE XM and all related marks and logos Select the Sirius XM key on the source . SiriusXM Satellite Services are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio select screen. Refer to Selecting an audio Inc.
Page 292 5-41 Audio/Audio set Presetting a channel Selecting a channel from the list 1. The presets list is displayed via either 1. The categories list is displayed via of the following procedures. either of the following procedures. . When you touch the .
Page 293 5-42 Audio/Audio set In addition, the following messages appear. Direct Tune 1. A channel input screen is displayed Display Message Contents when you touch the tab. An update to your SiriusXM subscription has Subscription Update been received by the SiriusXM tuner. Touch Press OK to Continue any key to continue.
Page 294 5-43 Audio/Audio set SXM setting 1. An option menu screen is displayed when you touch the tab on the lower left side of the screen. The Options screen will appear. Password input screen Lock channel selection screen 3. When the input password is approved, 4.
Page 295: Aha Tm By Harman
5-44 Audio/Audio set In this chapter, iPhone and iPod touch or Android devices will be referred to as a smartphone. WARNING Do not connect or operate the smartphone while driving. Doing so may result in loss of control of your vehicle and cause an accident or serious injury.
Page 296 5-45 Audio/Audio set Control screen and panel Function Select to display the nearby list. Control screen (main screen and station screen) Function Function The track pauses when pressed during playback and plays back when touched Select to display the audio source during pause.
Page 297 5-46 Audio/Audio set NOTE . For safety reasons, certain func- tions are not available while your vehicle is in motion. . In order to maximize signal recep- tion, performance and precision of the smartphone, please ensure the smart- phone is placed as close to the system as possible, while ensuring it is stowed and secure while driving.
Page 298 5-47 Audio/Audio set device. Outside wireless communication downloaded to your smartphone. . When connecting the device via . A current account with a wireless range, such as some countryside areas Bluetooth, the communication speed content service provider. may become slower than via USB. Where the wireless communica- .
Page 299 5-48 Audio/Audio set . For Android device users provider for additional information. About the supported devices . Ability of this product to access This system supports the following de- Android OS Specification Profile connected content is subject to change vices. without notice and could be affected by Bluetooth aha Con-...
Page 300 . Select the aha key on the APPS (http://www.aharadio.com) on the inter- net. screen. Refer to SUBARU STARLINK . The button display will vary depend- 5-26. Example of the main screen ing on each station or content item.
Page 301: Pandora ® (If Equipped)
5-50 Audio/Audio set ® Pandora (if equipped) peratures inside the vehicle may damage the smartphone. Pandora is an application for a smart- . Do not push down on or apply phone. This can automatically select and unnecessary pressure to the play recommended tracks.
Page 302 . Select the Pandora key on the APPS Press to select an audio source. Refer to Selecting an audio source 5-18. screen. Refer to SUBARU STARLINK 5-26. Press to display the sound setting screen. Refer to Unit settings 5-19.
Page 303 5-52 Audio/Audio set NOTE Station list Store the station When starting-up Pandora, there are You can select, add or delete a station. You can register a station. some smartphone models for which When the tab is touched on the main 1.
Page 304 5-53 Audio/Audio set Function Control screen and audio panel Press to display the sound setting screen. Refer to Unit settings Press to select a track/file. Press and hold to fast forward/re- wind. NOTE . Depending on the compression data format of the inserted CD, some keys may not be displayed on the screen.
Page 305 5-54 Audio/Audio set Loading a disc Unloading a disc Select play mode Press the eject button to remove the disc. The play mode settings display will appear CAUTION when play mode key is touched. Select the preferred play mode from the following Never try to disassemble the audio items.
Page 306: Usb Memory
5-55 Audio/Audio set USB memory Control screen and audio panel Audio files on the USB memory can be played. WARNING Do not operate the player s controls or connect the USB memory while driving. Doing so may result in losing control of your vehicle and cause an accident or serious injury.
Page 307: Ipod
5-56 Audio/Audio set Connecting a USB device iPod Select play mode You can connect a USB device to the The play mode settings display will appear Audio files on the iPod can be played. vehicle USB port. Refer to Connecting when play mode key is touched.
Page 308 5-57 Audio/Audio set NOTE Control screen and audio panel . When an iPod is connected using a genuine USB cable, the iPod starts charging its battery. . When an iPod is connected and the audio source is changed to iPod mode, the iPod will resume playing from the same point it was last used.
Page 309: Bluetooth Audio
5-58 Audio/Audio set iPod settings Bluetooth audio How to change the source You can choose the following items from The iPod operation screen can be The Bluetooth audio system enables the list screen after touching the reached by the following methods: users to enjoy listening to music that is on the screen.
Page 310 5-59 Audio/Audio set . Before using Bluetooth devices, Control screen and audio panel users of any electrical medical device other than implantable cardiac pacemakers, cardiac re- synchronization therapy-pace- makers or implantable cardiover- ter defibrillators should consult the manufacturer of the device for information about its opera- tion under the influence of radio waves.
Page 311 5-60 Audio/Audio set NOTE . Bluetooth device information is re- How to change the source . Depending on the Bluetooth device gistered when the Bluetooth device is Select the BT Audio key on the source connected to the Bluetooth audio sys- that is connected to the system, the select screen.
Page 312: Aux
5-61 Audio/Audio set Select play mode The play mode settings display will appear WARNING when play mode key is touched. Select the preferred play mode from the following Do not operate the player s controls items. or connect the portable audio device while driving.
Page 313 5-62 Audio/Audio set Control screen and audio panel Connecting a portable audio device You can connect a portable audio device to the vehicle AUX jack. Refer to Con- necting and disconnecting a USB mem- ory/portable device 5-17. How to change the source The AUX operation screen can be reached by the following methods: .
Page 314: Steering Switches For Audio
5-63 Audio/Steering switches for audio Steering switches for audio Some parts of the audio/visual system can be adjusted using the switches on the steering wheel. + − switch switch Mute/Enter switch Back switch List switch Source switch CONTINUED...
Page 315 5-64 Audio/Steering switches for audio . +/− switch Mode Operation Function Press Volume up/down Except list screen Press and hold Volume up/down continuously List screen Press Move cursor up/down + switch is thumb up/ − switch is thumb down Pandora main screen (if equipped) Press and hold switch Mode...
Page 316 Press Show list screen . Source switch Mode Operation Function Change audio modes Press NOTE In the aha, Pandora (if equipped) and SUBARU STARLINK (if equipped) mode, some operation may be done on the screen depend on the selected APPS.
Page 317: Bluetooth Settings
5-66 ® Audio/Bluetooth settings ® Registering/connecting 3. Touch the tab and then the SET- Bluetooth settings ® TINGS screen will appear. Bluetooth device You can register up to five devices, WARNING regardless of whether they are Bluetooth phones or audio devices. Be sure to park the vehicle in a safe location before connecting or oper- NOTE...
Page 318 5-67 ® Audio/Bluetooth settings . For details about operating the Blue- Bluetooth audio. tooth device, see the manual that 1. Display the BT Devices Connection comes with it. screen. Refer to Registering a Bluetooth . To cancel the registration, touch the phone for the first time 5-66.
Page 319 . For USA customers, please visit www.subaru.com for details. Outside of the USA customers, contact your local dealer to arrange a demonstration in order to confirm whether or not the device can be paired with the vehicle.
Page 320: Setting Bluetooth Details
5-69 ® Audio/Bluetooth settings Setting Bluetooth details tooth is set to off or when the connec- Function tion cannot be made with the device. BT Devices Connection screen This shows the status of the device connection profile. (The icon illuminates 1.
Page 321 Set key. Display the Bluetooth device name of In-Car-Device setting screen the in-vehicle equipment. The default name is SUBARU BT , which can be NOTE The Bluetooth settings can be confirmed changed by selecting it and entering and changed.
Page 322: Hands-Free Phone System
5-71 Audio/Hands free phone system . When using the hands free function . Before using Bluetooth devices, Hands-free phone system and other Bluetooth functions at the users of any electrical medical same time, the following problems may device other than implantable The hands-free system enables calls to be occur: cardiac pacemakers, cardiac re-...
Page 323: Control Screen
5-72 Audio/Hands free phone system pointed towards the microphone. Control screen Function The sound of the air conditioning Open the Incoming Calls screen. fan is loud. Refer to By incoming calls 5-74. There is a negative effect on Open the Outgoing Calls screen. sound quality due to the phone Refer to By outgoing calls 5-75.
Page 324: Registering/Connecting A Bluetooth Phone
5-73 Audio/Hands free phone system Registering/connecting a Using the phone switch/mi- Bluetooth phone crophone . Steering switch To use the hands-free system for cell phones, it is necessary to register a cell By pressing the steering switch, a call can phone with the system.
Page 325 5-74 Audio/Hands free phone system Refer to Voice command system Function Delete all incoming call history data. By incoming calls The Delete All key is disabled when there is no incoming call history. On the phone (menu) screen, select the Incoming Calls key to open the Incom- When you select an item in the history list ing Calls screen.
Page 326 5-75 Audio/Hands free phone system When you select an item in the history list contact data. By outgoing calls on the Outgoing Calls screen, the out- On the phone (menu) screen, select the going call screen opens. Outgoing Calls key to open the Out- going Calls screen.
Page 327 5-76 Audio/Hands free phone system Delete contacts Function Function When the Delete All key is selected, all Open a list of contacts that starts with Switch the screen to the phone contact data downloaded into the in- the selected character. This key is (menu) screen.
Page 328: Receiving A Call
5-77 Audio/Hands free phone system . The , and keys are disabled Outgoing screen Function on the outgoing call screen. Put the incoming call on hold. This Receiving a call function may not work on some cell phone models. This function is the same as pressing the on hook switch Incoming calls on the steering wheel for a short...
Page 329: Talking On The Phone
5-78 Audio/Hands free phone system By off/on hook switch Function When you receive a call, you can also Open the Options screen. Refer to answer it by pressing the off hook switch Phone volume settings 5-79. on the steering switch. To end a call, press Mute your voice to the other party.
Page 330: Phone Settings
5-79 Audio/Hands free phone system by operating the cell phone directly. Phone volume settings Function . Transferring methods and opera- The call and ringtone volume can be Adjust the ringtone volume. The − tions will be different depending on adjusted. A ringtone can be selected. key lowers the volume, and the + the type of cell phone you have.
Page 331 5-80 Audio/Hands free phone system NOTE system 5-73. For PBAP incompatible but OPP compatible Bluetooth phones 2. Touch the Contacts key, and then If your cell phone is neither PBAP nor select the Download Contacts key. OPP compatible, the contacts cannot 1.
Page 332: Voice Command System
5-81 Audio/Voice command system NOTE Voice command system Action Function . Manual transfer operation cannot be Start the voice com- performed while driving. Press The voice command system enables the mand system. . If your cell phone is neither PBAP audio, hands-free phone system, etc.
Page 333: Voice Command System Operation
5-82 Audio/Voice command system open. Voice command system op- Passengers are talking while eration voice commands are spoken. 1. Press the talk switch on the steering The air conditioning speed is set wheel. high. After the voice command top screen has The air conditioning vents are been displayed, speech guidance will turned towards the microphone.
Page 334 5-83 Audio/Voice command system Yes or No . 4. Say Call or press the off hook switch steering wheel and try again. . The notations used in the com- . When the system recognizes multi- on the steering wheel. mands are as follows. ple names from the contacts list, a name candidate list will be displayed <...
Page 335: Command List
5-84 Audio/Voice command system Command list Casual speech recognization Basic command Due to natural language speech recogni- Recognizable voice commands and their Voice command Function tion technology, this system enables re- actions are shown below. cognition of a command when spoken Go back one hierar- NOTE naturally.
Page 336 5-85 Audio/Voice command system Commands for Pandora Commands for changing the audio Commands for hands-free phone mode Voice command Function Voice command Function Voice command Function Like Mark Like flag Dial Number <0-9, +, *, #> Change Change to AM Switch to AM mode Dislike Mark Dislike flag...
Page 337 5-86 Audio/Voice command system Commands for AM/FM control Commands for MP3/WMA/AAC, Voice command Function USB control Category Next Voice command Function (page), Previous Displays the category Voice command Function (page), <1-5> Next Tunes in the higher list screen Seek Up (page), Previous frequency direction Track Up...
Page 338 5-87 Audio/Voice command system Commands for iPod Control Commands for Bluetooth audio control Voice command Function Voice command Function Track Up Select the next track Pause Pause play Select the current Track Down track Track Up Select the next track Repeat Repeat Select the current...
Page 339: What To Do If
Cell This phone system For USA customers, please visit www.subaru.com for details. Outside of the The connected device may not be a USA customers, contact your local dealer to compatible Bluetooth cell phone. arrange a demonstration in order to confirm...
Page 340 5-89 Audio/What to do if... When registering/connecting a cell phone Page Symptom Likely cause Solution Cell This phone system An incorrect passcode was entered Enter the correct passcode on the cell phone. on the cell phone. The registration operation has not Complete the registration operation on the cell been completed on the cell phone A cell phone cannot be registered.
Page 341 This phone system For USA customers, please visit www.subaru.com for details. Outside of the The profile version of the connected cell USA customers, contact your local dealer to phone may not be compatible with arrange a demonstration in order to confirm Phonebook data cannot be trans- transferring phonebook data.
Page 342 5-91 Audio/What to do if... In other situations Page Symptom Likely cause Solution Cell This phone system The cell phone is not close enough to Bring the cell phone closer to this system. this system. Turn the cell phone off, remove and reinstall the battery pack, and then restart the cell phone.
Page 343: Appendix
5-92 Audio/Appendix http://www.clarion.com/us/en/support/in- Appendix dex.html Certification . iPod Certification for the Hands- . Bluetooth free system Made for iPod and Made for iPhone The Bluetooth word mark and logo are This device complies with Part 15 of FCC mean that an electronic accessory has registered trademarks of Bluetooth SIG, Rules and Industry Canada licence-ex- been designed to connect specifically to...
Page 344: Certification For Mexico Models
5-93 Audio/Appendix Certification for Mexico mod- very low levels of RF energy that it deemed to comply without maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE). . IFETEL RCPCLPF14-250 Clarion PF-3547 Cet équipement est conforme aux limites . IFETEL RCPCLPF14-253 d exposition aux rayonnements énoncées pour un environnement non contrôlé...
Page 346: Interior Equipment
Interior equipment Interior light ............Shopping bag hook ........... 6-13 Dome light ............Legacy .............. 6-13 Map light............. Outback ............6-14 Cargo area light (Outback)........Convenient grip (Outback) ........ 6-14 OFF delay timer ..........Floor mat ............6-15 Sun visors ............Cargo area cover (Outback if equipped)..
Page 347: Interior Light
Interior equipment/Interior light DOOR: The dome light illuminates auto- Map light Interior light matically when any of the doors (for Outback, including the rear gate) is CAUTION opened. Several seconds after all of the doors (including the rear gate) are closed, the dome light gradually turns off.
Page 348: Cargo Area Light (Outback)
DOOR Door interlock switch The door interlock switch has the following positions. *: For details about the SUBARU STARLINK (U.S.-spec. models only, if equipped), refer to OFF: The map lights do not illuminate The cargo area light switch has the...
Page 349: Off Delay Timer
(OFF delay timer) can following conditions. be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Con- . after the ignition switch is turned to the tact your SUBARU dealer for details. Also,...
Page 350: Vanity Mirror With Light
Interior equipment/Sun visors Vanity mirror with light CAUTION Keep the vanity mirror cover closed while the car is being driven to avoid being blinded by glare. With the sun visor positioned over the side CAUTION window, you can slide the sun visor toward the rear to prevent glare through Do not slide the sun visor over the the gap between the sun visor and center...
Page 351: Storage Compartment
Interior equipment/Storage compartment Glove box Center console Storage compartment The center console box provides a sto- rage space. 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.
Page 352: Overhead Console
Interior equipment/Storage compartment Overhead console Pocket Pen holder Card holder To open the console, push on the lid lightly CAUTION When the lid inside the center console is and it will automatically open. removed, you can use the center console Do not use the pocket as an ashtray CAUTION as a pen holder or a card holder.
Page 353: Cup Holder
Interior equipment/Cup holder console. Cup holder CVT models CAUTION Take care to avoid spills. Beverages, if hot, might burn you and/or your passengers. Spilled beverages may also damage upholstery, carpets or audio equipment. Front passenger s cup holder CAUTION The divider in the cup holder can be pulled The dual cup holder is built into the center out.
Page 354: Rear Passenger S Cup Holder
Interior equipment/Bottle holders Rear passenger s cup holder Bottle holders trim can be used to hold beverage bottles and other items. CAUTION . 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 355: Accessory Power Outlets
6-10 Interior equipment/Accessory power outlets Accessory power outlets CAUTION . Do not attempt to use a cigarette lighter in the accessory power outlet. . Do not place any foreign objects, especially metal ones such as coins or aluminum foil, into the accessory power outlet.
Page 356 6-11 Interior equipment/Accessory power outlets power outlet in the center console to be tight for the accessory power used. Pass the cord of the electrical outlet, this can result in a poor appliance through this gap. contact or cause the plug to get stuck.
Page 357: Ashtray (If Equipped)
6-12 Interior equipment/Ashtray Ashtray (if equipped) Coat hook CAUTION Observe the following precautions. Not doing so could result in a fire. . Always extinguish matches and cigarettes before putting them into the ashtray, and then close the ashtray securely. . Do not put flammable material in the ashtray.
Page 358: Shopping Bag Hook
6-13 Interior equipment/Shopping bag hook Shopping bag hook WARNING Do not place hangers or other hard CAUTION objects on the coat hooks. If such items were hanging on the coat Do not hang items on the shopping hooks during deployment of the bag hook that weigh 11 lbs (5 kg) or SRS curtain airbags, they could more.
Page 359: Outback
6-14 Interior equipment/Convenient grip (Outback) Outback Convenient grip (Outback) CAUTION . Do not hang items on the con- venient grip that weigh 6 lbs (3 kg) or more. Depending on the conditions of use (for example, in low temperatures, etc.), the rear gate may lower even with lighter loads.
Page 360: Floor Mat
. Be sure to use a genuine Stopper SUBARU floor mat designed with grommets in the correct loca- 1. Hold the handle located at the center tions. of the cargo area cover and lift the handle .
Page 361: To Install The Front Cover
6-16 Interior equipment/Cargo area cover (Outback if equipped) CAUTION . Be careful not to scratch the rear gate stays while extending and rewinding the cover. Scratches on the stays could cause leakage of gas from the stays, which may result in their inability to hold the rear gate open.
Page 362: To Remove The Cover Housing
6-17 Interior equipment/Cargo area cover (Outback if equipped) To remove the cover housing Stowage of the cargo area cover 1. Rewind the cover. The cargo area cover can be stowed in under the cargo floor. 1. Align the right side of the front cover with the triangle mark before fixing the cover in place.
Page 363: To Take Out The Stowed Cover Housing
6-18 Interior equipment/Cargo area cover (Outback if equipped) 2. To keep the lid open, hang the hook toward the front. To take out the stowed cover (provided on the back of the lid) on the housing rear edge of the roof. 5.
Page 364: To Install The Cover Housing
6-19 Interior equipment/Convenient tie down hooks (Outback) To install the cover housing Convenient tie-down hooks storing recesses. (Outback) CAUTION The convenient tie-down hooks are designed only for securing light cargo. Never try to secure cargo that exceeds the capacity of the hooks.
Page 365: Under-Floor Storage Compartment
6-20 Interior equipment/Under floor storage compartment Under-floor storage compart- Rear view camera ment The subfloor storage compartment is located under the floor of the trunk or cargo area and can be used to store small items. To open the lid, pull the tab or handle up.
Page 366 . When replacing the fuse, be sure rear view camera immediately. lens may develop white light stripes Contact your SUBARU dealer to use a fuse with the specified around the light source. This is not a for an inspection. Continued use rating.
Page 367: How To Use The Rear View Camera
. For models with the genuine play may flicker. However, this is not a malfunction. SUBARU navigation system or audio . The image of the rear view camera system, the image of the rear view may be slightly different from the camera has priority over other screen actual color of the objects.
Page 368 6-23 Interior equipment/Rear view camera 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. Image from camera Range of view The area from the rear end of the bumper...
Page 369: Help Line
6-24 Interior equipment/Rear view camera Help line Difference between screen and ac- CAUTION tual road The help line (distance marker and vehicle . When moving backward, always The distance markers show the distance width line) is a guide to help you realize check the back with your eyes for a level road when the vehicle is not the actual distance from the screen.
Page 370 6-25 Interior equipment/Rear view camera Feature of distance marker When there is a downward slope at the back 3 feet (1 m) line 10 feet (3 m) line 3 feet (1 m) The distance marker shows the distance The distance on the screen looks nearer on the road.
Page 372 Starting and operating Pre-heating or pre-cooling the interior of the Fuel ..............vehicle ............7-20 Fuel requirements ..........Service mode (models without keyless access Fuel filler lid and cap........... with push-button start system ) ....... 7-20 State emission testing (U.S. only)...... Remote transmitter program (models without Preparing to drive ..........
Page 373 Starting and operating X-mode (Outback CVT models)......7-38 System operation..........7-56 BSD/RCTA approach indicator light/warning To activate/deactivate the X-mode....... 7-39 buzzer ............. 7-57 Hill descent control function ....... 7-40 BSD/RCTA warning indicator......7-59 Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (if BSD/RCTA OFF switch ........7-60 equipped) ............
Page 374: Fuel
Using a gasoline with a lower octane SUBARU Dealer for service. If it is optimize engine and emission control rating can cause persistent and heavy determined that the condition is caused system performance with gasoline that knocking, which can damage the engine.
Page 375: Fuel Filler Lid And Cap
. Fuel system damage or driveability which are designed to reduce vehicle problems which result from the use of emissions. SUBARU approves the use of improper fuel are not covered under the reformulated gasoline. SUBARU Limited Warranty.
Page 376 Starting and operating/Fuel left. Do not remove the cap quickly. Fuel may be under pres- sure and spray out of the fuel filler neck, especially in hot weather. If you hear a hissing sound while you are removing the cap, wait for the sound to stop and then slowly open the cap to prevent fuel from spraying out and creating a fire hazard.
Page 377 SUBARU Limited Warranty. door (lid) is located on the right side of Make sure that the cap is tightened . Always use a genuine SUBARU the vehicle. until it clicks to prevent fuel spillage fuel filler cap. If you use the .
Page 378: State Emission Testing (U.s. Only)
OBDII system. place your SUBARU AWD vehicle . The inspection of the OBDII system on a two-wheel dynamometer. consists of a visual operational check of...
Page 379: Preparing To Drive
2. Check the appearance and condition testing program. When properly used, this OBDII system readiness monitors NOT of the tires. Also check tires for proper equipment should not damage a SUBARU READY is greater than one. If the inflation. AWD vehicle.
Page 380: Starting And Operating
Starting and operating/Starting and stopping the engine (models without push button ignition switch) Starting and stopping the driving, the catalyst may over- CAUTION heat and burn. engine (models without Trapping small animals in the cool- . When starting the engine, be sure push-button ignition switch) ing fan and belts of the engine may to sit in the driver s seat (except...
Page 381: Starting Engine
(4) If the engine still refuses to start, position and check the operation of the Do not operate the starter motor contact your nearest SUBARU dealer warning and indicator lights. Refer to continuously for more than 10 sec- for assistance.
Page 382: Stopping The Engine
7-11 Starting and operating/Starting and stopping the engine (models without push button ignition switch) contact your nearest SUBARU dealer Steering lock warning and indicator lights. Refer to Warning and indicator lights 3-13. for assistance. After stopping the engine and the key is 5.
Page 383: Starting And Stopping Engine (Models With Push-Button Start System)
Immediately contact your nearest a malfunction with the vehicle. SUBARU dealer. Refer to Safety precautions 2-11. Contact a SUBARU dealer imme- diately. CVT models Operating range for push- . If the indicator on the push- 1. Check that the parking brake is ap-...
Page 384 7-13 Starting and operating/Starting and stopping engine (models with push button start system) NOTE indicator does not turn green. . When pressing the push-button igni- 5. While depressing the brake pedal, tion switch while depressing the brake press the push-button ignition switch. pedal: The engine starter operates for a NOTE...
Page 385: Stopping Engine
When the engine is restarted, the steering 3. Press the push-button ignition switch. SUBARU dealer immediately. lock will be automatically canceled. The engine will stop, and the power will be switched off. When the steering lock cannot be...
Page 386: Remote Engine Start System
. Do not remote start a vehicle in There may be a malfunction in the steering lock function. Immediately con- an enclosed environment (e.g. tact your nearest SUBARU dealer. closed garage). Prolonged opera- tion of a motor vehicle in an enclosed environment can cause a harmful build-up of Carbon Monoxide.
Page 387 To change the time until the engine 3. After step 2, immediately press and automatically stops, contact your hold the lock button. The hazard warning SUBARU dealer. However, local laws Access key flashers then flash three times, and the and regulations may prohibit changing Lock button horn will honk once.
Page 388: Models Without Keyless Access With Push-Button Start System
7-17 Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option) Models without keyless ac- start system will power off and then operating range of the system and the start request is received, the following will attempt to start the engine 3 additional cess with push-button start occur.
Page 389 7-18 Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option) Remote start operation - fob con- firmation . The security alarm is triggered Your remote engine starter fob is a . The select lever is not in the P bidirectional transceiver that can confirm position system operation with several different visual and audible indications.
Page 390 7-19 Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option) Fob Indication Precondition Meaning Flash Beep Continuous while button is The fob is transmitting an RF signal Fob start button is being pressed held down 1 flash 1 beep Engine start request received 2 flashes 2 beeps Engine started successfully...
Page 391: Entering The Vehicle While It Is Running Via Remote Start
7-20 Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option) Entering the vehicle while it models with keyless access with push- To engage or disengage service mode: button start system , press the push- is running via remote start 1. Enter the vehicle and close all vehicle button ignition switch while depressing doors and the rear gate/trunk lid.
Page 392: System Maintenance
7-21 Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option) . Be careful not to allow children to event that a transmitter is lost, stolen, eight transmitters). damaged or additional transmitters are 8. The system will exit the transmitter touch the battery and any re- desired (the system will accept up to eight learn mode if the key is turned to the moved parts;...
Page 393 7-22 Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option) (battery + should be pointed away from the transmitter circuit board on the bat- tery). 4. Carefully snap the case halves back together, reinstall the phillips screw and test the remote engine start system. NOTE .
Page 394: Manual Transmission
7-23 Starting and operating/Manual transmission Manual transmission WARNING . Do not drive the vehicle with the clutch disengaged (i.e., when the clutch pedal is depressed) or with the shift lever in the neutral position. Engine braking has no effect in either of these condi- tions and the risk of an accident is consequently increased.
Page 395: Shifting Speeds
7-24 Starting and operating/Manual transmission Shifting speeds Driving tips quence, control of the vehicle may be lost and the risk of an accident NOTE Recommended shifting speeds increased. If the accelerator and brake pedals are The best compromise between fuel econ- depressed at the same time, driving omy and vehicle performance during The following table shows the maximum...
Page 396: Continuously Variable Transmission
7-25 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission rapidly pulls away from a standstill. This Continuously variable trans- except the position phenomenon does not indicate a problem. when the brake is applied or mission when chocks are used in the wheels. This may cause the The continuously variable transmission is transmission fluid to overheat.
Page 397: Select Lever
7-26 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission . Immediately after transmission fluid ciency for maximum fuel economy. At is replaced, you may feel that the times, depending on varying driving transmission operation is somewhat conditions, a chain operating noise unusual. This results from invalidation may be heard that is characteristic of of data which the on-board computer this type of system.
Page 398 7-27 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission D (Drive) P (Park) N (Neutral) This position is for normal driving. The This position is for parking the vehicle and This position is for restarting a stalled transmission shifts automatically and con- starting the engine. In this position, the engine.
Page 399: Shift Lock Function
7-28 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission NOTE may not be moved to the P position after SUBARU dealer for an inspection as soon a period of time. Therefore, move the as possible. The transmission may downshift, de- select lever to the P position with the...
Page 400: Selection Of Manual Mode
If the select lever does not move after performing the above procedure, the shift lock system may be malfunctioning. Con- tact a SUBARU dealer for an inspection as soon as possible. 4. Remove the grip portion of the screw- driver.
Page 401 7-30 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission shift paddle behind the steering wheel. result in accidental gear shifting. NOTE Please read the following points care- fully and bear them in mind when using the manual mode. . If you attempt to shift down when the engine speed is too high, i.e., when a downshift would push the tachometer needle beyond the red zone, beeps will...
Page 402: Power Steering
7-31 Starting and operating/Power steering Driving tips Power steering wheel is operated. Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and NOTE have the vehicle inspected immedi- If the accelerator and brake pedals are ately. depressed at the same time, driving torque may be restrained.
Page 403: Braking
7-32 Starting and operating/Braking assist limitation to occur too fre- a loss of control of the vehicle. Keep Braking quently, this may result in a malfunc- driving straight ahead while gradually tion of the power steering control reducing speed. Then slowly pull off the Braking tips system.
Page 404: Abs (Anti-Lock Brake System)
. When you feel the ABS operating, strongly or suddenly, the following mediately have your vehicle inspected by you should maintain constant phenomena occur. However, even the nearest SUBARU dealer. brake pedal pressure. Do not though these occur, they do not indi- CONTINUED...
Page 405: Abs Self-Check
7-34 Starting and operating/Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system Steps to take if EBD system Electronic Brake Force Dis- pump the brake pedal since malfunctions doing so may defeat the opera- tribution (EBD) system tion of the ABS. The EBD system maximizes the effective- The ABS prevents the lock-up of wheels ness of the brakes by allowing the rear which may occur during sudden braking or...
Page 406: Vehicle Dynamics Control System
. If at all in doubt about whether The EBD system may be malfunctioning. ious accident. the brakes are operating prop- Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU erly, do not drive the vehicle. dealer and have the system inspected. Have your vehicle towed to the...
Page 407 An operating noise from the en- performed by an authorized on a slippery road surface and/or during gine compartment is heard briefly SUBARU dealer. cornering and/or an evasive maneuver, when starting the engine and when the Vehicle Dynamics Control system .
Page 408: Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor
7-37 Starting and operating/Vehicle Dynamics Control system Vehicle Dynamics Control snow tires or winter tires operation, the Vehicle Dynamics Control . Activation of the Vehicle Dynamics OFF indicator light on the combination OFF switch meter illuminates. The Vehicle Dynamics Control system will cause operation of Control system will be deactivated.
Page 409: Starting And Operating
SUBARU dealer. . Even when the Vehicle Dynamics tremely steep downhill, frozen, . Observe the following precau- Control system is deactivated, compo- muddy or sandy roads.
Page 410: To Activate/Deactivate The X-Mode
7-39 Starting and operating/X mode (Outback CVT models) X-mode has the following functions. door pillar. . Hill descent control function: Use only the special tempor- Using the hill descent control function, you ary spare tire to replace a flat can keep the vehicle at a consistent speed tire.
Page 411: Hill Descent Control Function
7-40 Starting and operating/X mode (Outback CVT models) (40 km/h) or more while the X-mode is (20 km/h) and the accelerator ratio is less function is operating. activated, a buzzer will sound once and than approximately 10%. The sensation of depressing the the X-mode will be deactivated.
Page 412: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) (If Equipped)
(for example, the standard values shown on wheels. Contact your SUBARU a blow-out caused by running over a the tire placard. Refer to Tires dealer as soon as possible for sharp object).
Page 413: Parking Your Vehicle
Do not place metal film or any metal WARNING lant is used, contact your nearest parts under the driver s seat. This SUBARU dealer or other qualified may cause poor reception of the . Never leave unattended children service shop as soon as possi- signals from the tire pressure sen- or pets in the vehicle.
Page 414: Electronic Parking Brake
7-43 Starting and operating/Parking your vehicle Electronic parking brake prevent the vehicle from moving and contact your SUBARU deal- . If the electronic parking brake is operated under the following conditions, the electronic park- ing brake indicator light may flash.
Page 415 SUBARU . the electronic parking brake indicator towing a trailer (Outback)). dealer and have your SUBARU dealer light on the combination meter (for details, release the parking brake. refer to Electronic parking brake indicator .
Page 416 7-45 Starting and operating/Parking your vehicle This is a normal operating sound under operating the switch. Hill Holder function . When the electronic parking brake any of these conditions. The electronic parking brake system has a has not been used for a long period of Hill Holder function.
Page 417 7-46 Starting and operating/Parking your vehicle Holder function is activated, a chirp Hill Holder switch sound is heard, the Hill Holder indica- tor light turns off and the brake system WARNING warning light turns on. . When the hill holder activates on a When stopping on an uphill slope slope, the electronic parking brake is with the Hill Holder function acti-...
Page 418: Parking Tips
Hill Holder indicator light sufficiently due to brake overheat- contact your SUBARU dealer. ing. If a malfunction occurs in the electronic parking brake system, the brake system NOTE warning light turns on.
Page 419: Hill Start Assist System (Mt Models)
7-48 Starting and operating/Hill start assist system (MT models) should be turned into the curb. Hill start assist system (MT models) WARNING . The Hill start assist system is a device only for helping the driver to START the vehicle on an uphill grade.
Page 420 7-49 Starting and operating/Hill start assist system (MT models) assist system when the brake pedal is released. The driver is therefore able to start the vehicle the same way as on a level grade, just using the clutch and accelerator pedal. If the braking power of the Hill start assist system is insufficient after the brake pedal is released, apply more braking power by...
Page 421: To Activate/Deactivate The Hill Start Assist System
7-50 Starting and operating/Cruise control To set cruise control Cruise control When using the Hill start assist system, a NOTE braking effect may be felt even after the brake pedal has been released. However, For models with EyeSight system: this braking effect should disappear once Refer to the Owner s Manual supple- the clutch pedal is released.
Page 422: To Temporarily Cancel The Cruise Control
7-51 Starting and operating/Cruise control nation meter will appear. maintain the previous cruising speed. 2. Depress the accelerator pedal until the To temporarily cancel the vehicle reaches the desired speed. cruise control The cruise control can be temporarily canceled in the following ways. Cruise control set indicator When setting the displayed unit as MPH .
Page 423: To Turn Off The Cruise Control
7-52 Starting and operating/Cruise control To turn off the cruise control When setting the displayed unit as brake will no longer work. This MPH : could result in an accident. There are two ways to turn off the cruise The set speed can be increased 1 mph control: The cruise control set indicator in the (1.6 km/h) each time by pressing the...
Page 424: Cruise Control Indicator
7-53 Starting and operating/Cruise control Cruise control indicator is set and the vehicle will keep running at When setting the displayed unit as that speed without depressing the accel- km/h : Refer to Cruise control indicator 3-31. erator pedal. The set speed can be decreased 1 km/h each time by pressing the RES/SET Cruise control set indicator To decrease the speed (by the...
Page 425: Bsd/Rcta (If Equipped)
7-54 Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA BSD/RCTA (if equipped) operate at all even when a vehicle is Blind Spot Detection (BSD) present in a neighboring lane or approaching from either side. The BSD/RCTA consists of rear radar with The driver is responsible for paying Blind Spot Detection and Rear Cross attention to the rear and side areas Traffic Alert.
Page 426 7-55 Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA Lane Change Assist (LCA) Limitations of the detectability of Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) RCTA Since the detectability of RCTA is limited, the RCTA may not operate properly in parking areas in which the parking spaces are drawn diagonally to the driving lanes.
Page 427: System Operation
6 mph (10 km/h) (except when reversing). ment is required. Have the sensor . The shift lever/select lever is in the R adjusted at a SUBARU dealer.) position (RCTA only). When a large amount of snow or ice sticks to the rear bumper sur- The BSD/RCTA will not operate in the following situations.
Page 428: Bsd/Rcta Approach Indicator Light/Warning Buzzer
. The BSD/RCTA approach indicator prolonged period of time, have the Vehicles that are not approach- light (when there are vehicles in the system inspected at a SUBARU dealer ing your vehicle even though they neighboring lanes). as soon as possible.
Page 429 7-58 Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA tected. illumination brightness control dial, When several narrowly-spaced ve- refer to Illumination brightness con- hicles are approaching in a row The indicator light will flash to warn the trol 3-55. In low radius bends (tight bends or driver of dangers under the following when making turns at an intersection) conditions.
Page 430: Bsd/Rcta Warning Indicator
SUBARU dealer. stop condition and the indicator will . In the following cases, the system may disappear.
Page 431: Bsd/Rcta Off Switch
When using a chassis dynam- ometer or free roller device, etc. This indicator appears when a malfunction When running the engine and occurs in the system. Contact a SUBARU making the wheels rotate while dealer and have the system inspected. lifting up the vehicle .
Page 432: Certification For The Bsd/Rcta
7-61 Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA Handling of radar sensors terminal or fuse replacement, after the cause interference, and (2) this device battery is reconnected, the BSD/RCTA must accept any interference, including will be activated. interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Certification for the BSD/ Le présent appareil est conforme aux RCTA...
Page 433 BSD/RCTA, observe the following repair, paintwork or replacement, con- precautions. tact your SUBARU dealer for assis- . Always keep the bumper surface tance. near the radar sensors clean. . Do not affix any stickers or other items on the bumper surface near the radar sensors.
Page 434: Reverse Automatic Braking System (If Equipped)
SUBARU and third parties contracted continuous beeping sound will activate. sound or automatic braking may by SUBARU may acquire and use the be delayed or may not operate at recorded data for the purpose of vehi- all even when an obstacle is cle re search and development.
Page 435: Operating Conditions
Promptly con- crossing gate, the system may re- The rear bumper is modified tact a SUBARU dealer to have the cognize the crossing gate as an The rear bumper has been system inspected.
Page 436 7-65 Starting and operating/Reverse Automatic Braking System ing condition or modification Objects that are too close to sources are nearby the rear bumper when the Ice, snow or mud is adhered Horn sound from another ve- select lever is set to the R to the rear bumper near the hicle position...
Page 437: Reverse Automatic Braking System Operation
7-66 Starting and operating/Reverse Automatic Braking System NOTE near the sonar sensor as narrow tunnels, narrow bridges, narrow roads or nar- The Reverse Automatic Braking sys- Commercial electronic parts row garages tem will operate at vehicle speed (fog light, fender pole, radio between 1 to 9 mph (1.5 to 15 km/h).
Page 438 7-67 Starting and operating/Reverse Automatic Braking System Warning message Warning message Message 2) Second braking and warning: 3) After the vehicle has been stopped After the brake pedal is depressed, the by the system: When the system has detected an object, Reverse Automatic Braking system OFF if the vehicle is further reversed and the Make sure to depress the brake pedal...
Page 439 7-68 Starting and operating/Reverse Automatic Braking System Guideline of detecting range to Electronic parking brake 7-43. Alarm pattern Range of detected object* Audible warning sound When 2 minutes pass after the vehicle is stopped Medium proximity warning 28 to 35 inches (70 to 90 cm) Short beeps When any door is opened (First braking and warning)
Page 440: Reverse Automatic Braking System On/Off Setting
. The select lever is shifted to a position malfunctions, the above indicator illumi- other than the R position nates on the combination meter. Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer for details. NOTE The system will be canceled if the object is no longer detected.
Page 441: Handling Of The Sonar Sensors
If the setting cannot be changed even after turning the ignition switch to the ON position again, consult your SUBARU dealer. . The settings will be restored as follows when the select lever is shifted to the R position next time.
Page 442 If any strong impact is applied to the rear bumper, contact a SUBARU dealer to have the system inspected. . Do not disassemble the sonar sensors. NOTE...
Page 444: Driving Tips
Driving tips New vehicle break-in driving the first Loading your vehicle......... 8-13 1,000 miles (1,600 km) ........Vehicle capacity weight........8-14 Fuel economy hints ..........GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating) ......8-14 Engine exhaust gas (carbon monoxide).... Roof rack (Outback if equipped) ......
Page 445: Miles (1,600 Km)
Driving tips/New vehicle break in driving the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) 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. WARNING . Select the proper gear position for the The performance and long life of your speed and road conditions.
Page 446: Catalytic Converter
Driving tips/Catalytic converter Catalytic converter exhaust fumes are entering the vehicle, have the problem checked and corrected as soon WARNING as possible. If you must drive under these conditions, drive . Avoid fire hazards. Do not drive only with all windows fully open. or park the vehicle anywhere .
Page 447: Periodic Inspections
Driving tips/Periodic inspections your vehicle checked and repaired by an Periodic inspections Driving in foreign countries authorized SUBARU dealer. . Do not apply undercoating or rust To keep your vehicle in the best condition When planning to use your vehicle in...
Page 448: Driving Tips For Awd Vehicles
By shifting power between the front and (s), all four tires must be the rear wheels, SUBARU AWD can also It also may be dangerous and same for the following items. provide added traction during accelera-...
Page 449: Off Road Driving
If you do take your Off road driving There is little difference in handling, SUBARU off road, you should review the however, during extremely sharp turns or common sense precautions in the next WARNING sudden braking.
Page 450 But please keep in mind that an AWD Next, ensure that the bed of the all times. When driving off-road, you will SUBARU is a passenger car and is stream is flat. not have the benefit of marked traffic neither a conventional off-road vehicle...
Page 451: Winter Driving
Driving tips/Winter driving . Wash the vehicle s underbody after off- select lever back and forth between 1 / Winter driving D and R repeatedly. Do not race the road driving. Suspension components are engine. For the best possible traction, particularly prone to dirt buildup, so they Operation during cold avoid spinning the wheels when trying to...
Page 452 Driving tips/Winter driving winter driving, stop when and where it is SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid con- side temperature. If the concen- tains 58.5% methyl alcohol and 41.5% safe to do so and check under the fenders tration is inappropriate, sprayed surfactant, by volume.
Page 453: Driving On Snowy And Icy Roads
. To thaw the rear wiper blade rubbers, engine brake effectively to control the use the rear window defogger. Refer to vehicle speed. (Shift into a lower gear If your SUBARU is not going to be used Defogger and deicer 3-61. when necessary.)
Page 454: Corrosion Protection
8-11 Driving tips/Winter driving When driving in snow, if frozen snow starts (g) Brand (tread pattern) CAUTION to stick on the surface of the windshield (h) Degrees of wear despite wiper operation, use the defroster During high-speed driving, non- with the airflow selection in and the freezing type wiper blades may not For items (a) to (d), you must...
Page 455: Tire Chains
8-12 Driving tips/Winter driving Your vehicle is equipped with all season Tire chains cause you are using a traction device tires which are designed to provide an could easily lead to a serious accident. adequate measure of traction, handling CAUTION and braking performance in year-round Rocking the vehicle driving.
Page 456: Loading Your Vehicle
8-13 Driving tips/Loading your vehicle . Do not place anything on the rear Loading your vehicle possible. shelf behind the rear seatback . When you carry something inside (Legacy) or the extended cargo the vehicle, secure it whenever WARNING a r e a c o v e r ( O u t b a c k you can to prevent it from being equipped).
Page 457: Vehicle Capacity Weight
8-14 Driving tips/Loading your vehicle Vehicle capacity weight side door pillar. It includes the total weight load. Therefore, the GVW changes de- of the driver and all passengers and their pending on the situation. belongings, any optional equipment such In addition, the total weight applied to as a trailer hitch, roof rack or bike carrier, each axle (GAW) must never exceed the etc., and the tongue load of a trailer.
Page 458: Roof Rack (Outback If Equipped)
NOTE and be used together with the and cargo does not exceed the genuine SUBARU carrying at- Remember that the vehicle s center of maximum load limit. Overloading tachment. The bars must never gravity is altered with the weight of the...
Page 459 Own- er s Manual of a genuine SUBARU carry- ing attachment. Place the heaviest load at the bottom, nearest the roof, and evenly...
Page 460 8-17 Driving tips/Loading your vehicle 1. Pull out the integrated crossbars from 3. Install the bars into the holders. 2. Remove the cap of the roof rail holder the roof rail holders by pulling up the by using the torque wrench. 4.
Page 461 8-18 Driving tips/Loading your vehicle torque is approximately 8.9 + 2.2 lbf·ft (12 + 3.0 N·m, 1.2 + 0.3 kgf·m). 4. Pull out the crossbar from the roof rail 2. Pull out the crossbars from the roof rail holder by pulling up the cover. holders by pulling up the covers.
Page 462: Trailer Hitch (Outback If Equipped)
8-19 Driving tips/Trailer hitch (Outback if equipped) Trailer hitch (Outback CAUTION equipped) . When you use the rope hooks, always secure the rope at all four WARNING hook points. . Do not tighten the rope exces- . Never exceed the maximum sively.
Page 463: Connecting A Trailer
8-20 Driving tips/Trailer hitch (Outback if equipped) Connecting a trailer the hitch receiver, the trailer could get loose and create a 1. Remove the receiver cover from the traffic safety hazard. hitch receiver tube. Then insert the ball . Use only the ball mount supplied mount into the hitch receiver tube.
Page 464: If Not Towing A Trailer
8-21 Driving tips/Trailer hitch (Outback if equipped) watercraft. WARNING If not towing a trailer Do not connect safety chains to any . Remove the ball mount from the hitch part of the vehicle other than the safety chain hooks. receiver tube and insert the receiver cover onto the hitch receiver tube.
Page 465: Trailer Towing (Legacy)
Seek the advice of caused by trailer towing. bearings, etc.) for the first 1,000 miles your SUBARU dealer to assist you in (1,600 km) of driving. purchasing a hitch and other necessary towing equipment appropriate for your Maximum load limits vehicle.
Page 466 8-23 Driving tips/Trailer towing (Outback) 3.6 L models total weight. Conditions Maximum total trailer weight . Before towing a trailer, check the trailer total weight, GVW, GAWs When towing a trailer without brakes. 1,000 lbs (453 kg) and tongue load. Make sure the When towing a trailer with brakes.
Page 467 GAWs can be adjusted by relocating passengers and luggage inside the vehi- cle. The front and rear GAWR of your vehicle that are set by SUBARU are also shown on the certification label. To check both GVWR and GAWR and to...
Page 468 8-25 Driving tips/Trailer towing (Outback) NOTE Tongue load For vehicles with trailer brakes, the trailer tongue load exceeds 200 lbs (90 kg) when calculated at 8% of the maximum total trailer weight. Even in this case, the maximum value is 200 lbs (90 kg). Front Tongue load The tongue load can be adjusted by...
Page 469: Trailer Hitches
Your wheels or tires. tight turn situations into account; however, SUBARU s brake system is not designed be careful not to let them drag on the to be tapped into the trailer s hydraulic Do not use a trailer hitch other than...
Page 470: Trailer Towing Tips
SUBARU dealer. Check for proper tire is firmly secured. operation of the turn signals and the stop lights each time you connect a trailer to Trailer towing tips your vehicle.
Page 471 8-28 Driving tips/Trailer towing (Outback) Driving with a trailer . Check that the vehicle rests horizon- country on hot days. . You should allow for considerably more tally with the trailer attached. If the vehicle . When towing a trailer, steering, stopping distance when towing a trailer.
Page 472 (CVT models). Refer to AT OIL the trailer and have repairs performed TEMP warning light (CVT models) immediately by your nearest SUBARU 3-17. dealer. . For CVT models, do not use the...
Page 474: In Case Of Emergency
In case of emergency Towing with all wheels on the ground....9-17 If you park your vehicle in an emergency..Electronic parking brake if the electronic Temporary spare tire........... parking brake cannot be released....9-17 Maintenance tools ..........Access key if access key does not Legacy..............
Page 475: Temporary Spare Tire
(TPMS) is un- able to monitor all four road The hazard warning flasher can be acti- wheels. Contact your SUBARU vated regardless of the ignition switch dealer as soon as possible for position.
Page 476: Maintenance Tools
In case of emergency/Maintenance tools has a smaller diameter, so road clearance Maintenance tools CAUTION is reduced. Never use any temporary spare tire Your vehicle is equipped with the following other than the original. Using other maintenance tools. sizes may result in severe mechan- .
Page 477: Legacy
In case of emergency/Maintenance tools Jack Legacy The maintenance tools are stored in the under-floor storage compartment. For the method to use the jack, refer to Flat tires 9-5. NOTE To use the jack handle, insert the jack handle into the hole of the wheel nut wrench.
Page 478: Outback
In case of emergency/Flat tires Torque wrench Outback Flat tires Towing hook (eye bolt) Screwdriver If you have a flat tire while driving, never Tire fixing band brake suddenly; keep driving straight Tire bag ahead while gradually reducing speed. The maintenance tools are stored in the Then slowly pull off the road to a safe under-floor storage compartment.
Page 479 In case of emergency/Flat tires . Always turn off the engine before of the tire diagonally opposite the flat tire. tions. raising the flat tire off the ground 5. Take out the jack, jack handle and using the jack. Never swing or wheel nut wrench.
Page 480 In case of emergency/Flat tires Turn the jackscrew by hand until the jack 8. Loosen the wheel nuts using the wheel 11. Insert the jack handle into the jack- head engages firmly into the jack-up point. nut wrench but do not remove the nuts. screw, and turn the handle until the tire clears the ground.
Page 481: Storing A Flat Tire
In case of emergency/Flat tires WARNING Never place a tire or tire changing tools in the passenger compartment after changing wheels. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike occupants and cause injury. Store the tire and all tools in the proper place.
Page 482 In case of emergency/Flat tires Storing with the tire bag (Outback) 1. If your vehicle has wheel covers, keep the wheel cover removed. 2. Take out the tire bag and tire fixing band from the under-floor storage com- partment. For details, refer to Outback 9-5.
Page 483: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) (If Equipped)
If you have a flat tire, replace it one minute, promptly contact a Also, this system may not react immedi- with a spare tire as soon as SUBARU dealer to have the sys- ately to a sudden drop in tire pressure (for possible. tem inspected.
Page 484: Jump Starting
9-11 In case of emergency/Jump starting 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 485 9-12 In case of emergency/Jump starting Connect one jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal on the discharged battery. Connect the other end of the jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the booster battery. Connect one end of the other cable to the negative (−) terminal of the booster battery.
Page 486: Engine Overheating
For details about how to check the If towing is necessary, SUBARU recom- coolant level or how to add coolant, down and turning it. mends it be done by your SUBARU dealer refer to Engine coolant 11-15. or a commercial towing service.
Page 487: Towing Hook And Tie-Down Hooks/Holes
Legacy, the towing access cover is on the rear bumper only. SUBARU recommends towing be done by your SUBARU dealer or a commer- cial towing service. 3. Screw the towing hook into the threaded hole until the threads can no CAUTION longer be seen.
Page 488 9-15 In case of emergency/Towing After towing, remove the towing hook from longer be seen. the vehicle and stow it in the under-floor storage compartment. Fit the towing hook cover on the bumper. WARNING . Do not use the towing hook for purposes other than towing your vehicle.
Page 489: Using A Flat-Bed Truck
9-16 In case of emergency/Towing Rear tie-down holes: the plugs. After using the rear tie-down shut off function when the vehi- holes, return the plugs to their original cle is struck from behind. places. Front tie-down hooks: WARNING Use the rear tie-down holes only for downward anchoring.
Page 490: Towing With All Wheels On The Ground
Each safety turned off, it will take greater chain should be equally tightened and Contact your SUBARU dealer and have effort to operate the brake pedal care must be taken not to pull the chains your SUBARU dealer release the electro- and steering wheel.
Page 491: Switching Power Status
9-18 In case of emergency/Access key if access key does not operate properly Locking and unlocking position. Access key if access key 3. Depress the brake pedal. does not operate properly CAUTION Keep metallic objects, magnetic sources and signal transmitters away from the area between the access key and the push-button ignition switch.
Page 492: Trunk Lid (Legacy) If The Trunk Lid Cannot Be Opened
ACC or ON position, while though the above procedure was fol- If you open the trunk lid with a key depressing the brake pedal, press the lowed precisely, contact your SUBARU while the alarm system is armed, the push-button ignition switch. dealer.
Page 493: Rear Gate (Outback) If The Rear Gate Cannot Be Opened
9-20 In case of emergency/Rear gate (Outback) if the rear gate cannot be opened Rear gate (Outback) if the Always use a flat-head screwdriver or a similar tool. rear gate cannot be opened In the event that you cannot open the rear gate by pressing the rear gate opener button (all models) or using the power rear gate (if equipped), you can open it from...
Page 494: Power Rear Gate - If Power Rear Gate Does Not Operate Properly
Then the rear gate will open. this operation, we recommend that you rear gate does not operate have the vehicle checked at a SUBARU properly dealer. When the power rear gate is When the rear gate is closed...
Page 495: When The Rear Gate Cannot Be Opened
SUBARU dealer. not try to restart the engine. The fuel When the rear gate cannot be system has been damaged and is in...
Page 496 9-23 In case of emergency/If your vehicle is involved in an accident Models with keyless access with push-button start system : 1. Turn the push-button ignition switch to the ACC or OFF position. 2. Restart the engine.
Page 498: 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....... 10-6 Corrosion protection.......... 10-4 Climate control panel, audio panel, instrument panel, console panel, switches, combination Most common causes of corrosion .....
Page 499: Exterior Care
10-2 Appearance care/Exterior care If you use a light detergent, make certain Exterior care the cover surface may be da- that it is a neutral detergent. Do not use maged. strong soap or chemical detergents. All Washing . Outback: Since your vehicle is cleaning agents should be promptly equipped with a rear wiper, auto- flushed from the surface and not allowed...
Page 500: Waxing And Polishing
Always wash and dry the vehicle before sharp-edged tool to remove caked mud. SUBARU dealer or an auto paint specia- waxing and polishing. list. Use a good quality polish and wax and...
Page 501: Corrosion Protection
Contact especially when temperatures range just your SUBARU dealer to perform this kind above freezing. . Dampness in certain parts of the of maintenance and treatment if you need...
Page 502: Cleaning The Interior
If your SUBARU is to be parked for a long time in bright sunlight, it is recommended that the seats and headrests be covered, or the windows shaded, to prevent fading or shrinkage.
Page 503: Synthetic Leather Upholstery
Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the climate The synthetic leather material used on the any remaining detergent. control panel, audio equipment, instru- SUBARU may be cleaned using mild soap ment panel, center console, combination CAUTION or detergent and water, after first vacuum- meter panel, and switches.
Page 504: Maintenance And Service
Maintenance and service Maintenance schedule ........11-3 Continuously variable transmission fluid ..11-19 Maintenance precautions........11-3 Front differential gear oil (CVT models) and rear differential gear oil........ 11-19 Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment............ 11-4 Recommended grade and viscosity ....11-19 When checking or servicing in the engine Brake fluid............
Page 505 Maintenance and service Wheel replacement........... 11-31 Front turn signal light ........11-42 Aluminum wheels..........11-32 Front side marker light........11-42 Front fog light (if equipped)......11-42 Windshield washer fluid ........11-32 Rear combination lights ........11-44 Replacement of wiper blades ......11-33 Backup light ............
Page 506: Maintenance Schedule
The scheduled maintenance items re- hazardous if improperly used or done by an authorized SUBARU dealer. quired to be serviced at regular intervals handled, for example, battery are shown in the Warranty and Main- If you perform maintenance and service acid.
Page 507: Before Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment
This may cause a fire. NOTE . When the ignition switch is in the SUBARU does not endorse the use of position, the cooling fan non-SUBARU approved flushing sys- may operate suddenly even tems and strongly advises against when the engine is stopped.
Page 508: When Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment (2.5 L Models)
11-5 Maintenance and service/Maintenance tips When checking or servicing Maintenance tips the engine has stopped. in the engine compartment (2.5 L models) Some clips and fender linings must be When checking or servicing removed before replacing the air cleaner in the engine compartment elements or specific bulbs.
Page 509 11-6 Maintenance and service/Maintenance tips Type B clips Type C clips Type D clips 1. Turn the clips counterclockwise using 1. Pull out the center portion of the clip 1. Turn the clip counterclockwise using a a flat-head screwdriver until the center using a flat-head screwdriver as shown in Phillips screwdriver until the center portion portion of the clip is raised.
Page 510: Engine Hood
The engine hood could close suddenly, possibly causing injuries from slamming. . Do not install accessories other than genuine SUBARU parts to the engine hood. If the engine hood becomes too heavy, the Type D clips stay may not be able to support...
Page 511 11-8 Maintenance and service/Engine hood To open the hood: 3. Release the secondary hood lock by moving the lever between the front grille 1. If the wiper blades are lifted off the and the hood toward the left. windshield, return them to their original positions.
Page 512: Engine Compartment Overview
11-9 Maintenance and service/Engine compartment overview Brake fluid reservoir/Clutch fluid reservoir Engine compartment overview (MT) (page 11-20) Fuse box (page 11-38) 2.5 L models Windshield washer tank (page 11-32) Battery (page 11-37) Engine oil filler cap (page 11-11) Engine coolant reservoir (page 11-15) Radiator cap (page 11-15) Engine oil filter (page 11-13) Engine oil level gauge (page 11-11)
Page 513: 3.6 L Models
11-10 Maintenance and service/Engine compartment overview Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-20) 3.6 L models Fuse box (page 11-38) Windshield washer tank (page 11-32) Battery (page 11-37) Engine oil filler cap (page 11-11) Engine coolant reservoir (page 11-15) Radiator cap (page 11-15) Engine oil level gauge (page 11-11) Air cleaner case (page 11-15)
Page 514: Engine Oil
If your oil consumption rate is greater than type, driving style, terrain and tempera- expected, contact your authorized ture. Under the following conditions, oil SUBARU retailer who may perform a test consumption can be increased and thus under controlled conditions. require refilling between maintenance intervals: .
Page 515 11-12 Maintenance and service/Engine oil 3.6 L models 2.5 L models 3.6 L models Oil level gauge Full level Full level Oil filler cap Low level Low level Approximately 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter, 0.9 Approximately 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter, 0.9 Imp qt) from low level to full level Imp qt) from low level to full level CAUTION...
Page 516: Changing The Oil And Oil Filter
Fully trained mechanics are on standby cosity. classification, viscosity and grade shown at a SUBARU dealer to utilize the . Be careful not to spill engine oil in this Owner s Manual. Refer to Engine special tools, spare parts and recom- when adding it.
Page 517: Cooling System
, u s e o n l y SUBARU Super Coolant. Normal operating range If the SUBARU Super Coolant is If the radiator cooling fan does not operate diluted with another brand or...
Page 518: Engine Coolant
When replacing the air cleaner ele- LOW level mark Have the coolant changed by your ment, use a genuine SUBARU air Check the coolant level at each fuel stop. SUBARU dealer if necessary. cleaner element. If it is not used, 1.
Page 519: Replacing The Air Cleaner Element
It is recommended that you always use genuine SUBARU parts. 4. If you find large foreign objects such 2.5 L models as leaves inside the air cleaner case, remove the foreign objects.
Page 520 3.6 L models CAUTION If the inside of the air cleaner case is extremely soiled (for example, by sand), contact a SUBARU dealer and have the air cleaner case cleaned. 3. If you find large foreign objects such as leaves inside the air cleaner case, remove the foreign objects.
Page 521: Spark Plugs
Warranty according to the maintenance schedule and Maintenance Booklet . Consult your in the Warranty and Maintenance Book- SUBARU dealer for replacement. let . If the belt is loose, cracked or worn, contact your SUBARU dealer.
Page 522: Recommended Grade And Viscosity
It is unnecessary to check the manual transmission oil level. However, if neces- There is no fluid level gauge. It is sary, consult your SUBARU dealer for unnecessary to check the continuously It is not necessary to check the gear oil inspection.
Page 523: Brake Fluid
(shaded area in the illustra- you suspect a problem, have the tion). It cannot be checked on the inboard vehicle checked at your SUBARU side of the reservoir. If the fluid level is dealer. below MIN , add the recommended brake fluid to MAX .
Page 524: Recommended Brake Fluid
If you suspect a problem, have the vehicle checked at your SUBARU dealer. . When clutch fluid is added, be careful not to allow any dirt into the tank.
Page 525: Recommended Clutch Fluid
SUBARU dealer. check the fluid level for the clutch system cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or 1.
Page 526: Brake Pedal
Lightly pull the brake pedal up with one finger to check the free play with a force of less than 2 lbf (10 N, 1 kgf). If the free play is not within proper specification, contact your SUBARU deal- CONTINUED...
Page 527: Checking The Clutch Pedal Free Play
If you hear this scraping noise each time ble brake pad wear indicator, it you apply the brake pedal, have the brake will result in the need for costly pads serviced by your SUBARU dealer as brake rotor repair or replace- soon as possible. ment.
Page 528: Tires And Wheels
11-25 Maintenance and service/Tires and wheels Tires and wheels replace all four tires. the temperature in the garage and the temperature outside. By way of example, Winter (snow) tires the following table shows the required tire Types of tires 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 529 In this event, go When a tire is replaced, adjustments are the tire to lose air rapidly. If you have to a SUBARU dealer to have the system necessary to ensure continued normal a flat tire, replace it with a spare tire inspected as soon as possible.
Page 530: Tire Inspection
Maintenance and service/Tires and wheels park the vehicle. Check the tire pressures when the tires SUBARU dealer as soon as possible . If you feel unusual vibration while are cold. Use a pressure gauge to adjust for tire and sensor replacement and/...
Page 531 11-28 Maintenance and service/Tires and wheels . Abnormally low tire pressure (tread . Abnormally high tire pressure (tread Incorrect tire pressures detract from con- worn at shoulders) worn in center) trollability and ride comfort, and they cause the tires to wear abnormally. .
Page 532: 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 533: Tire Rotation
After driving approximately 600 miles identical to those fitted as standard equip- (1,000 km), check the wheel nuts again ment. and retighten any nut that has become loose. For safe vehicle operation, SUBARU recommends replacing all four tires at the same time.
Page 534: Wheel Replacement
Replacement wheels are available from SUBARU dealers. If all four tires are not the same in items (a) to (h), it may lead to WARNING...
Page 535: Aluminum Wheels
. When wheel nuts, balance weights, or washer fluid is unavailable use clean the center cap is replaced, be sure to water. replace them with genuine SUBARU parts In areas where water freezes in winter, designed for aluminum wheels. use an anti-freeze type windshield washer Windshield washer fluid warning indicator fluid.
Page 536: Replacement Of Wiper Blades
11-33 Maintenance and service/Replacement of wiper blades Replacement of wiper blades CAUTION Washer Fluid Freezing Concentration Temperature . Adjust the washer fluid concen- Grease, wax, insects, or other materials 10.48F (−128C) tration appropriately for the out- on the windshield or the wiper blade −48F (−208C) side temperature.
Page 537: Windshield Wiper Blade Rubber
11-34 Maintenance and service/Replacement of wiper blades . Return the passenger-side wiper Windshield wiper blade as- lower it into position. First lower the front passenger s side wiper arm and then sembly arm to its original position before lower the driver s side wiper arm. returning the driver-side wiper NOTE arm to its original position.
Page 538: Rear Window Wiper Blade Assembly (Outback)
11-35 Maintenance and service/Replacement of wiper blades Rear window wiper blade grooves in the rubber and slide the blade rubber assembly into the support until it assembly (Outback) locks. 1. Raise the wiper arm off the rear window. Metal spines 2.
Page 539: Rear Window Wiper Blade Rubber (Outback)
11-36 Maintenance and service/Replacement of wiper blades Rear window wiper blade 2. Pull the blade rubber assembly out of the plastic support. rubber (Outback) 3. Pull the wiper blade assembly toward you to remove it from the wiper arm. Metal spines 1.
Page 540: Battery
11-37 Maintenance and service/Battery ends. If the rubber is not retained properly, Battery the wiper may scratch the rear window glass. WARNING 5. Install the wiper blade assembly to the wiper arm. Make sure that it locks in place. . Before beginning work on or near 6.
Page 541: Fuses
11-38 Maintenance and service/Fuses Fuses remove rings, metal watchbands, CAUTION and other metal jewelry. Never allow metal tools to contact the Never use more than 10 amperes CAUTION positive battery terminal and any- when charging the battery because thing connected to it WHILE you it will shorten battery life.
Page 542 11-39 Maintenance and service/Fuses If any lights, accessories or other electrical controls do not operate, inspect the corresponding fuse. If a fuse has blown, replace it. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK / OFF position and turn off all electrical accessories.
Page 543: Installation Of Accessories
11-40 Maintenance and service/Installation of accessories Contact your SUBARU dealer for repairs. Installation of accessories Replacing bulbs Always consult your SUBARU dealer WARNING before installing fog lights or any other electrical equipment in your vehicle. Such Bulbs may become very hot while accessories may cause the electronic illuminated.
Page 544: Halogen Headlights
NOTE following precautions. . If headlight aiming is required, con- . Do not replace any headlight sult your SUBARU dealer for proper bulbs (both low beam and high adjustment of the headlight aim. beam) by yourself. . It may be difficult to replace the .
Page 545: Front Turn Signal Light
2. Pull out the bulb from the socket and It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. replace the bulb with a new one. We recommend that you have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. High beam headlight 2. Remove the bulb from the headlight assembly by turning it counterclockwise.
Page 546 11-43 Maintenance and service/Replacing bulbs 1. Remove the clips. 2. Turn over the mud guard. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector. Legacy Outback 4. Remove the bulb. 5. Replace the bulb with a new one. 6. After replacing the bulb, reattach the mud guard.
Page 547: Rear Combination Lights
It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. 6. Securely reposition the trunk trim We recommend that you have the bulbs panel. replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. 7. Reattach the shopping bag hook. Outback 2. Turn over the trunk trim panel.
Page 548 11-45 Maintenance and service/Replacing bulbs Rear turn signal light 3. Remove the upper and lower screws. 8. Reinstall the rear combination light Rear side marker light assembly by sliding the two-pronged part of the combination light assembly securely 5. Remove the bulb holder from the rear to each holder of the vehicle side.
Page 549: Backup Light
Outback Legacy NOTE It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. We recommend that you have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. 1. Open the trunk. 3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it. 1. Apply a flat-head screwdriver to the 4.
Page 550: License Plate Light
Legacy NOTE It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. We recommend that you have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. 1. Open the trunk. 2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise 3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it.
Page 551: Dome Light
Map light the lens with a flat-head screwdriver. CAUTION Replacing the bulb could cause burns since the bulb may be very hot. Have the bulb replaced by your SUBARU dealer. 2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull out the socket.
Page 552: Door Step Light
Other bulbs It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. CAUTION We recommend that you have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if Replacing the bulb could cause a necessary. short circuit. Have the bulb replaced by your SUBARU dealer.
Page 553: Replacing Battery
CAUTION may result in a malfunction. . It is recommended that the battery . Do not let dust, oil or water get on should be replaced by a SUBARU or in the access key/transmitter dealer. when replacing battery. . Use a new battery.
Page 554 11-51 Maintenance and service/Replacing battery Replacing battery of trans- mitter 2. Wrap a flat-head screwdriver with vinyl 4. Insert a new battery with its positive (+) tape or a cloth, and insert it in the gap to side facing upward as shown in the figure. remove the cover.
Page 555 11-52 Maintenance and service/Replacing battery key head. battery (Type CR1620 or equivalent) making sure to install the new battery with the negative (−) side facing up. 5. Put together the transmitter case by fitting the hooks on the case. 6. Reinstall the transmitter case in the key head.
Page 556: Specifications
Specifications Brake disc ............12-9 Specifications ............. 12-2 Fuses and circuits ........... 12-10 Dimensions............12-2 Engine ............... 12-3 Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment ..........12-10 Fuel ..............12-3 Fuse panel located in the engine Engine oil ............12-4 compartment ..........
Page 557: Specifications
12-2 Specifications/Specifications Specifications These specifications are subject to change without notice. Dimensions in (mm) Legacy Outback Item 2.5 L 2.5 L 3.6 L 3.6 L Drive system Transmission type Overall length 188.8 (4,796) 189.6 (4,817) Overall width 72.4 (1,840) 72.4 (1,840) Overall height 66.1 (1,680) 59.0 (1,500)
Page 558: Engine
12-3 Specifications/Specifications Engine Engine model FB25 EZ36 (2.5 L, DOHC, non-turbo) (3.6 L, DOHC, non-turbo) Engine type Horizontally opposed, liquid cooled 4 cylinder, Horizontally opposed, liquid cooled 6 cylinder, 4 stroke gasoline engine 4 stroke gasoline engine Displacement cu-in (cc) 152 (2,498) 221.5 (3,630) Bore 6 Stroke in (mm)
Page 559: Engine Oil
SUBARU dealer. Approved engine oil Always use the SUBARU approved engine oil. For further details, please contact your SUBARU dealer. If the approved engine oil is unavailable, use the alternative engine oil described on the next page.
Page 560 12-5 Specifications/Specifications 2.5 L models SAE viscosity No. and Oil grade Engine oil capacity applicable temperature Adding the oil from low level to 0W-20 synthetic oil is the required oil full level: for optimum engine performance and 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter, 0.9 Imp qt) protection.
Page 561 12-6 Specifications/Specifications 3.6 L models SAE viscosity No. and Oil grade Engine oil capacity applicable temperature Adding the oil from L to F level: Your vehicle is designed to use 5W-30 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter, 0.9 Imp qt) conventional motor oil, however 5W-30 Changing the oil and oil filter: synthetic may be used for optimum 6.9 US qt (6.5 liters, 5.7 Imp qt)
Page 562: Manual Transmission, Front Differential And Rear Differential Gear Oil
12-7 Specifications/Specifications Manual transmission, front differential and rear differential gear oil Manual transmission oil Front differential gear oil (CVT models) Rear differential gear oil SUBARU Extra MT* Oil grade API classification GL-5 API classification GL-5 (75W-90)* 75W-90* SAE viscosity No. and applic-...
Page 563: Fluids
Fluid capacity* Remarks* 2.5 L models: 12.0 US qt (11.4 liters, Continuously variable transmission 10.0 Imp qt) Continuously variable trans- Consult your SUBARU dealer. fluid (CVT models) 3.6 L models: 13.4 US qt (12.7 mission fluid 11-19 liters, 11.2 Imp qt)
Page 564: Electrical System
For the wheel nut tightening procedure, refer to Changing a flat tire 9-5. Brake disc If you need information on the usage limit value of brake discs and the method for measuring them, consult your SUBARU dealer.
Page 565: Fuses And Circuits
12-10 Specifications/Fuses and circuits Fuses and circuits Fuse Fuse Circuit panel rating Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment 7.5A START1 12V SOCKET 7.5A IG1-1 AUDIO NAVI UNIT IG2-2 P/W R.LH CIGAR A/C IG 7.5A 7.5A UNIT IG2-1 P/W MAIN1 7.5A START2 Empty...
Page 566 12-11 Specifications/Fuses and circuits Fuse Fuse Circuit panel rating P/W MAIN2 Empty BACK UP WIPER DEICER TRAIL R.FOG P/W PASS2 Empty 7.5A SEAT HTR F 7.5A KEY SW 7.5A D_OP+B SUN ROOF Empty 7.5A STOP 7.5A EYE SIGHT CONTINUED...
Page 567: Fuse Panel Located In The Engine Compartment
12-12 Specifications/Fuses and circuits Fuse panel located in the engine compartment Fuse Fuse Circuit panel rating 7.5A HORN RH HORN LH 7.5A ILLUMI TAIL H/L LO RH H/L LO LH Empty H/L HI LH 7.5A H/L HI RH 7.5A ALT-S FUEL HAZARD 7.5A...
Page 568 12-13 Specifications/Fuses and circuits Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse Circuit Circuit panel rating panel rating O2 HTR R.WIPER F.WASH E/G2 F.WIPER Empty E/G1 *1: 2.5 L models AVCS *2: 3.6 L models 7.5A CVT SSR Empty BACKUP 7.5A ACTGS SUB FAN MAIN FAN ABS SOL AUDIO...
Page 569: Bulb Chart
Do not replace any headlight bulbs (both low beam and high beam) by yourself. Do not remove/restore the headlight assemblies by your- self. Do not remove any headlight- assembly components by yourself. For replacement, contact your SUBARU dealer.
Page 570 12-15 Specifications/Bulb chart Bulb chart NOTE Lights A, B, C, D, E and F are the LED (Light Emitting Diode) type. Consult your SUBARU dealer for replacement. CONTINUED...
Page 571 12-16 Specifications/Bulb chart Wattage Bulb No. High beam headlight 12V-60W Low beam headlight Models with HID headlights 12V-35W Models without HID headlights 12V-55W Front side marker light 12V-5W Map light 12V-8W Dome light 12V-8W Door step light 12V-5W Front turn signal light 12V-21W WY21W Front fog light...
Page 572 12-17 Specifications/Bulb chart Wattage Bulb No. WY21W Rear turn signal light (Legacy) 12V-21W Rear side marker light (Legacy) 12V-5W Parking light Side turn signal light (if equipped) High-mounted stop light (Outback) Tail and stop light (Outback) High-mounted stop light (Legacy) Tail and stop light (Legacy)
Page 573: Vehicle Identification
12-18 Specifications/Vehicle identification Emission control label Vehicle identification Certification and bar code label Tire inflation pressure label Vehicle identification number plate Model number label Fuel label Air conditioner label...
Page 574: Consumer Information And Reporting Safety Defects
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Adverse safety consequences of overloading For U.S.A............13-2 on handling and stopping and on tires ... 13-13 Tire information ..........13-2 Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit..13-14 Tire labeling ............13-2 Uniform tire quality grading standards ..13-14 Recommended tire inflation pressure....
Page 575: For U.s.a
13-2 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/For U.S.A. For U.S.A. Tire information Example: Tire labeling The following information has been Many markings (e.g. Tire size, Tire compiled according to Code of (1) P = Certain tire type used on Identification Number or TIN) are Federal Regulations Title 49, Part light duty vehicles such as passen- placed on the sidewall of a tire by...
Page 576 13-3 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Example: WARNING Speed ratings apply only to the tire, not to the vehicle. (1) Manufacturer s Identification Putting a speed rated tire on (6) Load Index: A numerical code Mark any vehicle does not mean which specifies the maximum load (2) Tire Size the vehicle can be operated...
Page 577: Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure
13-4 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information STEEL + 2 POLYESTER + 1 Vehicle placard Maximum load rating NYLON SIDEWALL 2 POLYE- The load rating at the maximum STER permissible weight load for this tire. For example, MAX. LOAD 615 kg Uniform Tire Quality Grading (1,356 LBS) @ 350 kPa (51 PSI) (UTQG)
Page 578: Glossary Of Tire Terminology
13-5 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information The vehicle placard shows original specific values. Driving even a by ply cords and that is shaped to fit tire size, recommended cold tire short distance warms up the tires the rim. inflation pressure on each tire at and increases the tire pressures.
Page 579 13-6 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Intended outboard sidewall rubber compounds. maximum permissible inflation The sidewall that contains a pressure for that tire. Cracking whitewall, bears white lettering Any parting within the tread, side- Maximum loaded vehicle weight or bears manufacturer, brand, wall, or inner liner of the tire The sum of:...
Page 580 13-7 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information sidewall, or innerliner that extends mounted on an automotive wheel, sures than the corresponding stan- to cord material. provides the traction and contains dard tire. the gas or fluid that sustains the Outer diameter load.
Page 581 13-8 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Vehicle maximum load on the pound from the cord material in the tire sidewall. Load on an individual tire that is Test rim determined by distributing to each The rim on which a tire is fitted for axle its share of the maximum testing, and it may be any rim listed loaded vehicle weight and dividing...
Page 582 13-9 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Tire care maintenance and Table 1 Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load for safety practices various designated seating capacities Check on a daily basis that the Designated seating tires are free from serious damage, Vehicle normal load, Occupant distribution in a capacity, number of...
Page 583: Vehicle Load Limit How To Determine
13-10 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information To maximize the life of each tire driver s side B-pillar. Locate the Calculating total and load ca- and ensure that the tires wear statement The combined weight pacities varying seating con- uniformly, it is best to rotate the figurations of occupants and cargo should...
Page 584 13-11 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Calculate the available load ca- Example 1B occupant weighing 154 lbs (70 kg) pacity. plus cargo weighing 551 lbs (250 kg). Calculate the total weight. The total weight now exceeds Calculate the available load ca- the capacity weight by 81 lbs (37 pacity by subtracting the total kg), so the cargo weight must be...
Page 585 13-12 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information load = 176 lbs (80 kg)). used for trailer towing. There- Calculate the total weight. fore, never tow a trailer with your vehicle. Calculate the available load ca- Vehicle capacity weight of the pacity.
Page 586: Determining Compatibility Of Tire And Vehicle Load Capacities
13-13 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Determining compatibility of parts of the body. tire and vehicle load capaci- Therefore, this means that the ties vehicle cannot necessarily be The sum of four tires maximum loaded up to the tire s maximum load ratings must exceed the max- load rating on the tire sidewall.
Page 587: Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit
13-14 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Uniform tire quality grading standards Tire could separate from its rim. on the vehicle. That weight may not Uniform tire quality grading safely exceed the available cargo standards Steps for Determining Cor- and luggage load capacity calcu- rect Load Limit lated in Step 4.
Page 588: Treadwear
13-15 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Uniform tire quality grading standards 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 589: Reporting Safety Defects (Usa)
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Subaru of America, Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov;...
Page 590: Index
Index...
Page 591 Warning light ............3-19 SiriusXM Satellite Radio .......... 5-37 Access key ............... 2-10 Steering switches for audio ........5-63 Warning indicator ........... 3-25 SUBARU STARLINK..........5-26 Accessories.............. 11-40 SUBARU STARLINK Multimedia Plus audio set ..5-6 Accessory power outlet..........6-10 Unit setting ............
Page 592 14-3 Index Troubleshooting ............. 5-88 ® Bluetooth settings............. 5-66 Cargo area Booster seat.............. 1-34 Cover..............6-15 Bottle holder..............6-9 Light ............. 6-3, 11-49 Brake Tie-down hooks............6-19 Assist ..............7-33 Catalytic converter ............8-3 Booster............7-32, 11-22 Center Disc ..............12-9 Console ..............
Page 593 14-4 Index Locks ..............2-34 Chime Daytime running light system ........3-53 Key ................ 3-5 Defogger ..............3-61 Light..............3-46 Defrosting..............4-9 Seatbelt ..............3-13 Deicer ............... 3-61 Cleaning Differential gear oil Aluminum wheels........... 10-3 Front............11-19, 12-7 Interior ..............10-5 Rear ............
Page 594 14-5 Index Winter ..............8-8 Continuously variable transmission ......11-19 Fog light Bulb............11-42, 12-14 Indicator light ............3-32 ECO gauge ............... 3-12 Steering responsive fog lights system ....... 3-56 Electrical system............12-9 Switch..............3-56 Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system ..7-34 Front Warning ..............
Page 595 14-6 Index Shopping bag ............6-13 Hands-free phone system ........... 5-71 Towing and tie-down ..........9-14 Hazard warning flasher ........... 3-8, 9-2 Horn ................. 3-83 Head restraint adjustment Hose and connections..........11-14 Front seat ............... 1-8 Rear seat.............. 1-14 Headlight ..............3-47 Ignition switch .............
Page 596 14-7 Index Information display ............. 3-33 Daytime running ............. 3-53 Inside mirror .............. 3-63 Dome............6-2, 11-48 Interior lights ............... 6-2 Door step ............11-49 Internal trunk lid release handle ........2-39 Front fog ............. 3-56, 11-42 Front side marker ........... 3-47 Ignition switch ............
Page 597 14-8 Index Transmission ............7-23 Brake..............7-43 Transmission oil..........11-19, 12-7 Tips ..............7-47 Map light............6-2, 11-48 Periodic inspections ............. 8-4 Maximum load limits........... 8-22 Petrol fuel..............7-3 Meters and gauges ............3-8 PIN Code Access ............2-22 Mirror defogger ............3-61 Pocket ...............
Page 598 14-9 Index Turn signal light ............ 11-44 Remote engine start transmitter battery ..... 7-21 Rear seat..............1-11 Remote keyless entry transmitter battery ....11-51 Armrest..............1-15 Replacing bulbs ..........11-40, 12-14 Folding down............1-12 Backup light............11-46 Head restraint adjustment ........1-14 Cargo area light ...........
Page 599 14-10 Index Heater ..............1-9 Starting & stopping engine........7-9, 7-12 Height adjustment ............ 1-4 State emission testing (U.S. only) ........7-7 Memory function ............1-6 Steering responsive fog lights system ......3-56 Power..............1-5 OFF indicator ............3-32 Rear..............1-11 Steering switches for audio ..........
Page 600 14-11 Index Types ..............11-25 Vehicle Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)..7-41, 9-10, 11-25 Capacity weight............8-14 Warning light ............3-17 Identification ............12-18 Tires and wheels............11-25 Symbols ..............4 Tools ................9-3 Vehicle Dynamics Control Top tether anchorages ........1-36, 1-39 OFF indicator light ..........
Page 601 14-12 Index Low fuel..............3-22 Wiper and washer ............3-57 Low tire pressure ........... 3-17 Wiper deicer .............. 3-61 Oil pressure ............3-16 Power steering ............3-23 Seatbelt ..............3-13 X-mode ..............7-38 SRS airbag system ..........3-15 Indicator ..............3-32 Vehicle Dynamics Control ........
Page 609 Fuel capacity: 18.5 US gal (70 liters, 15.4 Imp gal) Engine oil: Always use the SUBARU approved engine oil. For further details, please contact your SUBARU dealer. If the approved engine oil is unavailable, use the alternative engine oil described as follows.
Page 610 Please Subaru of America, Inc., Subaru Plaza, FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD. see your Subaru dealer for a Product Brochure P.O. Box 6000, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034-6000 TOKYO, JAPAN detailing all currently available models.

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