Quick Guide WRX STI 2019 Love. It’s what makes a Subaru, a Subaru.
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Table of Contents Getting Started Instrument Panel Gauges 10-11 Personalize Controls 12-17 While Operating 18-23 Safety/In Case of Emergency 24-25 Additional Information 26-28...
Remote Keyless Entry Lock/Arm Unlocking the Trunk • Press to lock all doors and trunk. • Press to unlock the trunk. • If any of the doors or the trunk are Panic Alarm not fully closed, five rapid chirps • Press once and the horn will sound will sound and the hazard lights will and the hazard lights will flash.
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Seating Power Driver’s Seat (if equipped) Do not adjust the seat while driving. Forward/Backward, Angle and Height Move the switch toward the front or rear to move the seat forward or backward. Pull the switch up or push down on the front of the switch to adjust the angle of the seat cushion.
Seating Seat Controls Do not adjust the seat while driving. Forward/Backward Pull up on the lever below the front of the driver’s seat to move the seat forward or backward. Raise/Lower Seat Cushion To adjust the height of the driver’s seat, pull up or push down the seat height adjustment lever, located on the lower left side front of the seat.
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Folding the Rear Seats Lower the headrests. Pull up on the release knob on the seat side that you want to fold down. To return the seatback to its original position, raise the seatback until it locks into place, making sure that it is securely locked.
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14-15 Clock Use the multi-function display controls to set the time. Vehicles with a navigation system, please refer to the separate “Operating Instructions for Navigation System.”...
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Gauges Tachometer Immediate Attention Caution Informational Temperature gauge Trip meter and odometer Seatbelt warning Brake system Front passenger High beam indicator light seatbelt warning AT OIL TEMP SRS airbag system (Automatic Transmission) Security indicator light ABS warning Door open Low fuel All-Wheel Drive Charge warning (Automatic Transmission)
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Speedometer Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob Fuel gauge Vehicle Dynamics/Traction Pre-Collision Braking and Stability Control operation System OFF light Lane Departure Warning Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF OFF light CHECK ENGINE/ Incline start assist (vehicles Malfunction indicator without Auto Vehicle Hold) Auto Vehicle Hold ON Tire pressure warning light...
Personalize Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column Pull the lever down firmly to adjust the height and lengthwise position of the column; firmly push the lever back up to lock the column in place. Do not adjust while driving. Power Exterior Mirrors Turn the knob to the “L”...
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The HomeLink 5 accessory mirror provides three buttons to replace up to three hand-held radio frequency remotes used to activate devices such as garage door openers, gate openers, entry door locks, security systems and home lighting. Please see your Owner’s Manual for programming instructions or visit www.subaru.com/homelink to view a how-to video.
Controls Light Controls Push forward to change from low Turns on headlights, instrument beam to high beam. Pull the lever panel illumination, parking lights, back to center to return to low beam. tail lights and license plate lights. Push slightly up for lane change or fully up for right turn signal.
INT. HIGH Windshield Wipers To turn on the wipers, press the wiper control lever down one level for intermittent, two levels for low, or three levels for high speed. Return the lever to the “OFF” position to stop the wipers. For a single wipe, move the lever up. To spray washer fluid, pull and hold the lever toward you.
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Controls Automatic Climate Located in the multi-function Control System (WRX Only) display; top center of dash Automatic On and Off This system automatically controls Fan Speed Control Knob outlet air temperature, fan speed, air Rotate the fan speed control knob to flow distribution, air inlet control, and air select the desired fan speed.
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Dual Zone Automatic Located in the multi-function Climate Control System display; top center of dash (WRX STI only) Air Flow Mode Selection Button Automatic On and Off Press the “MODE” button to select This system automatically controls the desired air flow mode. The outlet air temperature, fan speed, air flow distribution, air inlet control, selected air flow mode –...
Controls Steering Wheel Audio Controls Push the top (+) of Press the With any of the radio modes the switch to increase button to show selected, push the switch left or volume or the bottom the list screen. right to toggle through your presets. (–) of the switch to In CD mode, push the switch left or decrease volume.
Cruise Control To activate the cruise control, press To resume your the “ ” button. The indicator light speed after canceling, on the instrument panel will turn push the switch to on. To deactivate cruise control, the “RES” side. press the “ ”...
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While Operating Instrument Panel Switches (lower left) Please refer to your Owner’s Manual for details on these switches. Traction Mode/Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF Switch Trunk lid opener switch Paddle Shift Control Switches (if equipped) • Temporary use: Even when the selector is in the “D”...
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Automatic Transmission Shift Modes (if equipped) The automatic transmission gives you vehicle control with two different driving modes: Normal Mode and Manual Mode. Normal Mode When the selector lever is in the “D” (Drive) position, the transmission is in Normal shift mode. The shift position indicator on the instrument panel shows “D”, and the transmission automatically shifts into a suitable forward gear.
While Operating Auto Vehicle Hold Function Electronic Parking Brake (if equipped) (if equipped) The Auto Vehicle Hold function will To apply, depress the brake pedal and automatically keep the vehicle stopped pull up the parking brake switch. The even after releasing the brake pedal brake system warning light on the when the vehicle is stopped, such as at instrument panel and the indicator light on...
REV Alarm System (WRX STI only) The REV alarm system automatically issues a warning using the REV indicator light whenever the tachometer needle enters the red zone. This feature can be turned on or off using the multi- information display. The REV alarm level can be set manually to an engine speed of your choosing between 2,000 and 6,700 rpm using the multi- information display.
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While Operating Front Hood and Hood Scoop Due to the lightweight material, a slight vibration is normal at higher speeds and will not affect the durability of the hood. To avoid deforming the front hood when closing, do not press down on the hood with your hands.
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SI-Drive (WRX STI only) Turn the selector toward S for Sport mode or toward S# for Sport Sharp mode. Press down on the selector for Intelligent mode. Driver Control Center Differential (DCCD) (WRX STI only) This electronically controlled system Pressing the “AUTO MANU” switch adjusts the power-distribution ratio again will return the system to “AUTO”...
Safety/In Case of Emergency Child Restraint System Your vehicle is equipped with Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH). For maximum safety, first carefully read the LATCH system instructions from the device manufacturer, as well as the installation instructions in your Owner’s Manual, to properly install the LATCH compatible restraint system.
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AWD system. A flatbed truck is the only recommended way to properly transport your AWD vehicle. If towing is necessary, it is best done by your Subaru Retailer or a commercial towing service. Subaru Roadside Assistance Subaru Roadside Assistance is free and standard on your vehicle.
Additional Information Fuel • For WRX, use premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 AKI or higher. If 91 AKI fuel is not readily available, regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher may be temporarily used. However, depending on your driving habits and conditions, you may notice a decrease in engine performance, fuel economy and slight engine vibration or knocking.
Engine Oil Use only the following oils: • 5W-30 synthetic, replacement interval 6,000 miles under normal driving conditions. No requirement at the first 3,000 miles. • ILSAC GF-5, which can be identified with the ILSAC certification mark (Starburst mark). • Or API classification SN with the words “RESOURCE CONSERVING”. Engine Oil Capacity •...
Engine Compartment Please refer to your Owner’s Manual for more information. WRX Engine Note: Callouts apply to both engines. Brake Fluid Reservoir Engine Coolant Reservoir Main Fuse Box Radiator Cap Battery Engine Oil Dipstick Windshield Washer Tank Air Cleaner Element Engine Oil Filler Cap Power Steering Fluid Reservoir (WRX STI only)
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One Subaru Drive Camden, NJ 08103-9800 MSA5B1905A Issued July 2018 Printed in USA 07/18...
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