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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. For information not found in this Owner's Manual,
such as details concerning repairs or adjustments, please contact
the dealer from whom you purchased your SUBARU or the nearest
SUBARU dealer.
The information, specifications and illustrations found in this man-
ual are those in effect at the time of printing. FUJI HEAVY INDUS-
TRIES LTD. reserves the right to change specifications and de-
signs at any time without prior notice and without incurring any ob-
ligation to make the same or similar changes on vehicles previous-
ly sold. This Owner's Manual applies to all models and covers all
equipment, including factory installed options. Some explanations,
therefore may be for equipment not installed in your vehicle.
Please leave this manual in the vehicle at the time of resale. The
next owner will need the information found herein.
FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD., TOKYO, JAPAN
is a registered trademark of FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD.
© copyright 2005 FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD.

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  • Page 1 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 2 000083 000084...
  • Page 3 Warranties Warranties for U.S.A. All SUBARU vehicles distributed by Subaru of America, Inc. and sold at retail by an authorized SUBARU dealer in the United States come with the following warranties: SUBARU Limited Warranty Emission Control Systems Warranty Emissions Performance Warranty...
  • Page 4 This chapter informs you how to keep your SUBARU looking good. Chapter 11: Maintenance and service This chapter informs you when you need to take your SUBARU to the dealer for scheduled maintenance and informs you how to keep your SUBARU running prop- erly.

  • Page 5: Vehicle Symbols

    Vehicle symbols There are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Mark Name CAUTION Passengers’ windows lock Fuel Front fog lights Parking lights Hazard warning flasher Seat heater Child restraint lower anchor- ages Child restraint top tether an- chorages Horn Mark...

  • Page 6: Seat, Seatbelt And Srs Airbags

    Mark Name Rear gate (Transmitter) Safety precautions when driving Seatbelt and SRS airbag All persons in the vehicle should fasten their seatbelts BEFORE the vehicle starts to move. Otherwise, the possibility of serious injury becomes greater in the event of a sudden stop or accident.

  • Page 7: Child Safety

    Child safety Never hold a child on your lap or in your arms while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision, because the child will be caught between the passenger and objects inside the vehicle. While riding in the vehicle, infants and small children should always be placed in one of the rear seat-...

  • Page 8: Drinking And Driving

    Engine exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) Never inhale engine exhaust gas. Engine exhaust gas contains car- bon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which is dangerous, or even lethal, if inhaled. Always properly maintain the en- gine exhaust system to prevent engine exhaust gas from entering the vehicle.
  • Page 9 have a medical condition that requires you to take drugs, please consult with your doctor. Never drive if you are under the influence of any illicit mind-altering drugs. For your own health and well-being, we urge you not to take illegal drugs in the first place and to seek treatment if you are addicted to those drugs.

  • Page 10: California Proposition

    sure of each tire (including the spare) at least once a month and before any long journey. Check the tire pressure when the tires are cold. Use a pressure gauge to adjust the tire pressures to the values shown on the tire placard.

  • Page 11: 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 12: Illustrated Index

    Illustrated index Exterior Engine hood lock release (page 11-4) Headlight switch (page 3-26) Bulb replacement (page 11-39) Wiper switch (page 3-30) Moonroof (page 2-23) Door locks (page 2-4) Tire pressure (page 11-25) Flat tires (page 9-7) Tire chains (page 8-11) 10) Fog light switch (page 3-28) 11) Tie-down hooks (page 9-15) 12) Towing hook (page 9-15)
  • Page 13 000105 Rear gate (page 2-22) Rear wiper blade assembly and rub- ber replacement (page 3-32) Rear window defogger button (page 3-33) Fuel filler lid and cap (page 7-3) Child safety locks (page 2-19) Tie-down hooks (page 9-15) Bulb replacement (page 11-39) Towing hook (page 9-15) –...
  • Page 14 Interior Passenger compartment area 000086 Seatbelt (page 1-15) Lower anchorages for child restraint system (page 1-38) Center console (page 6-5) Front seat (page 1-2) Second-row seat (page 1-6) Third-row seat (page 1-11)
  • Page 15 000087 Cargo area light (page 6-2) Dome lights (page 6-2) Rear center seatbelt (page 1-22) Sun visors (page 6-3) Map light (page 6-3) Top tether anchorages (Rear seat/ Second-row seat) (page 1-41) Top tether anchorages (Third-row seat) (page 1-41) – CONTINUED –...
  • Page 16 Select lever (page 7-9) Hazard warning flasher switch (page 3-5) Multi function display (page 3-23) Glove box (page 6-4) Audio (page 5-1) Climate control (page 4-1) Cup holder (page 6-7/page 6-8) 000088...

  • Page 17: Door Lock (Page

    Instrument panel 000106 Door locks (page 2-4) Illumination brightness control (page 3-27) Remote control mirror (page 3-36) Windshield wiper deicer (page 3-32) Traction Control system OFF switch (page 7-23) Light control lever (page 3-26) Combination meter (page 3-5) Wiper control lever (page 3-29) Cruise control (page 7-27) 10) Horn (page 3-37) 11) SRS airbag (page 1-44)

  • Page 18: Fog Light Switch (Page

    Light control and wiper control levers/switches 000107 Parking light switch (page 3-28) Windshield wiper (page 3-29) Mist (page 3-31) Windshield washer (page 3-30) Rear window wiper and washer switch (page 3-32) Wiper control lever (page 3-30) Light control lever (page 3-26) Fog light switch (page 3-28) Headlight ON/OFF (page 3-26) 10) Headlight flasher High/Low beam...

  • Page 19: Combination Meter

    Combination meter U.S.-spec. vehicles 000110 Temperature gauge (page 3-8) Tachometer (page 3-7) Speedometer (page 3-6) Fuel gauge (page 3-8) Trip meter and odometer (page 3-6/ page 3-7) Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob (page 3-7) Selector lever/Gear position indicator (page 3-20) –...
  • Page 20 Canada-spec. vehicles Temperature gauge (page 3-8) Tachometer (page 3-7) Speedometer (page 3-6) Fuel gauge (page 3-8) Trip meter and odometer (page 3-6/ page 3-7) Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob (page 3-7) Selector lever/Gear position indicator (page 3-20) 000111...

  • Page 21: Warning And Indicator Light

    Warning and indicator light Mark Name Page Driver’s seatbelt warn- 3-10 ing light Front passenger’s 3-10 seatbelt warning light SRS airbag system 3-11 warning light CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunc- 3-12 tion indicator lamp Charge warning light 3-13 Oil pressure warning 3-13 light AT OIL temperature...

  • Page 22: Cargo Area

    Cargo area 7-seater models 000089 Jack handle (page 9-19) Maintenance tools (page 9-19) Jack (page 9-19) Spare tire (page 9-2)
  • Page 23 5-seater models Jack handle (page 9-19) Jack (page 9-19) Maintenance tools (page 9-19) Spare tire (page 9-2) 000148 – CONTINUED –...

  • Page 24: Function Settings

    A SUBARU dealer can change the settings of the functions shown in the following table to meet your personal requirements. Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer for details. If your vehicle is equipped with navigation system, the settings for some of these functions can be changed using the monitor.
  • Page 25 Top tether anchorages ... *SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) ... 1-44 Your vehicle’s SRS configuration ... 1-10 Subaru advanced frontal airbag system ... 1-11 SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag ... 1-11 SRS airbag system monitors ... 1-12 SRS airbag system servicing ...

  • Page 26: Front Seats

    Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Front seats Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Never adjust the seat while driv- ing to avoid the possibility of loss of vehicle control and of personal injury. Before adjusting the seat, make sure the hands and feet of rear seat passengers are clear of the adjusting mechanism.

  • Page 27: Power Seat

    NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FACING 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. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly re- strained in the rear seating posi- tions than in the front seating posi- tions.

  • Page 28: Head Restraint Adjustment

    Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Seat cushion angle adjustment (Driver’s seat only) 100352 To adjust the seat cushion angle, pull up or push down the front end of the control switch. Seat height adjustment (Driver’s seat only) 100353 To adjust the seat height, pull up or push down the rear end of the control switch.

  • Page 29: Active Head Restraint

    If your vehicle is involved in a rear-end collision, have an autho- rized SUBARU dealer inspect the active head restraints. The active head restraints may not operate in the event the vehi- cle experiences only a slight im- pact in the rear.

  • Page 30: Seat Heater (If Equipped)

    Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Seat heater (if equipped) 100357 The seat heater operates when the igni- tion switch is in the “ON” position. The seat heater can be adjusted in three levels. Press the button to activate the seat heater. Each subsequent press of the button will reduce the level.

  • Page 31: Fore And Aft Adjustment

    Before adjusting the seat, make sure the hands and feet of the rear seat passengers are clear of the adjusting mechanism (7-seater models only). Never adjust the seat while driving. Doing so is dangerous as the seat could move rapidly and you could be injured.

  • Page 32: Reclining The Seatback

    Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags point so as not to trap the legs of passen- gers sitting on the third-row seat. It is possible to slide the seat or seat pair further rearward by releasing the lock that stops it. To do this, simultaneously pull the lever under the outboard seat cushion and turn the lever on the side of the seat cush- ion outward when sliding the seat or seat...

  • Page 33: Folding Down The Seatback

    Folding down the seatback After returning the seat to its orig- inal position, be certain to place all of the seatbelts and the tab at- tached to the seat cushion above the seat cushion. And make cer- tain that the shoulder belts are ful- ly visible.

  • Page 34: Head Restraint Adjustment

    1-10 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 100681 1) Bar Folding the seatback of the center seat will expose the bar that re- tains it in the raised position. Be careful not to hurt yourself on it. Especially, do not rest your finger on the bar.

  • Page 35: Armrest

    the head restraints to improve rearward visibility. Center seat The head restraint is not intended to be used at the lowest position. Be- fore sitting on the seat, raise the head restraint to an appropriate po- sition depending on your sitting height.

  • Page 36: Access To The Third-Row Seat

    1-12 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 100094 Never stack luggage or other cargo higher than the top of the seatback because it could tumble forward and injure passengers in the event of a sudden stop or accident. Access to the third-row seat There is a lever on the side of the second- row seat behind the front passenger’s seat.

  • Page 37: Folding Down The Seatback

    To get out from the third-row seat 100677 Raise the lever from the third-row seat. The seatback of the second-row seat will tip forward and the seat will slide forward. Before driving the vehicle, adjust the fore/ aft position of the second-row seat, raise the seatback, and make sure the seatback is securely locked in position.

  • Page 38: Head Restraint Adjustment

    1-14 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags NOTE 100647 1) Holder Before folding or raising the seat- back of the third-row seat, confirm that the seatbelt is flat against the sidewall at the lower point and the webbing is attached to the holder. When raising the seatback of the third-row seat, if the seatbelt catches on the seatback, hold the belt forward...

  • Page 39: Seatbelts

    Seatbelts Seatbelt safety tips All persons in the vehicle should fasten their seatbelts BEFORE the vehicle starts to move. Otherwise, the possibility of serious injury becomes greater in the event of a sudden stop or accident. All belts should fit snugly in order to provide full restraint.

  • Page 40: Emergency Locking Retractor (Elr)

    1-16 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags and be restrained using the seatbelts. Ac- cording to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions. Never allow a child to stand up or kneel on the seat.

  • Page 41: Seatbelt Warning Light And Chime

    Seatbelt warning light and chime Your vehicle is equipped with a seatbelt warning device at the driver’s and front passenger’s seat. With the ignition switch turned to the “ON” position, this device reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat- belts by illuminating the warning lights in the locations indicated in the following il- lustrations and sounding a chime.

  • Page 42: Fastening The Seatbelt

    If the seatbelt warning device for front passenger’s seat still does not function correctly after taking relevant corrective actions described above, immediately contact your SUBARU dealer for an in- spection. Fastening the seatbelt Never use a belt that is twisted or reversed.
  • Page 43 100101 Never place the shoulder belt under the arm or behind the back. If an ac- cident occurs, this can increase the risk or severity of injury. Metallic parts of the seatbelt can be- come very hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather;...
  • Page 44 1-20 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Adjusting the front seat shoulder belt anchor height 100374 The shoulder belt anchor height should be adjusted to the position best suited for the driver/front passenger. To lower the an- chor height, push the release button and slide the anchor down.
  • Page 45 100103 4. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt. 5. Place the lap belt as low as possible on your hips, not on your waist. Adjusting the shoulder belt anchor height (rear seats of 5-seater mod- els/second-row seats of 7-seater models) 100375...
  • Page 46 1-22 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags NOTE 100362 1) Holder With the seatback folded, attach the tongue plate of each rear/second-row seatbelt to the corresponding holder. Do the same also before someone gets into the third-row seat. Rear center seatbelt (5-seater mod- els)/second-row center seatbelt (7- seater models) 100376...

  • Page 47: Seat, Seatbelt And Srs Airbags

    100377 Be sure to fasten both tongue plates to the respective buckles. If the seatbelt is used only as a shoulder belt (with the connector’s tongue plate not fastened to the connec- tor’s buckle on the right-hand side), it cannot properly restrain the wear- er in position in an accident, possi- bly resulting in serious injury or death.
  • Page 48 1-24 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Make sure that the “ ” mark on the connector (tongue) and the “ ” mark on the buckle are aligned. If the belt stops before reaching the buck- le, return the belt slightly and pull it out more slowly.
  • Page 49 the connector (tongue) plate will discon- nect from the buckle. 200300 2. With the belt held by hand, allow the re- tractor to roll up the belt slowly. You should hold the webbing end and guide it back into the retractor while it is rolling up. Neatly store the tongue plate in the recess on the ceiling and then insert the connec- tor (tongue) plate into the slot located at...

  • Page 50: Seatbelt Maintenance

    1-26 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 100103 4. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt. 5. Place the lap belt as low as possible on your hips, not on your waist. Unfastening the seatbelt 100105 Push the button on the buckle.

  • Page 51: Front Seatbelt Pretensioners

    1-27 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags malfunction or activation of the preten- sioner, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. If the front seatbelt retractor assem- bly or surrounding area has been dam- aged, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.

  • Page 52: System Monitors

    SRS airbag sys- tem. Immediately take your vehicle to your nearest SUBARU dealer to have the system checked. Unless checked and properly repaired, the seatbelt pretensioners and/or SRS airbags will operate improperly (e.g.

  • Page 53: System Servicing

    NOTE If the front part of the vehicle is dam- aged in an accident to the extent that the seatbelt pretensioner does not op- erate, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. Precautions against vehicle modification Always consult your SUBARU dealer if you want to install any accessory parts to your vehicle.

  • Page 54: Child Restraint Systems

    1-30 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Installation of a tire of different size and construction from the tires specified on the vehicle plac- ard attached to the door pillar or specified for individual vehicle models in this Owner’s Manual. Child restraint systems 100500 While riding in the vehicle, infants and small children should always be placed in...

  • Page 55: Where To Place A Child Restraint System

    Where to place a child re- straint system The following are SUBARU’s recommen- dations on where to place a child restraint system in your vehicle. 1-31 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 100501 A: Front passenger’s seat...
  • Page 56 1-32 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags only a child restraint system that has a bottom base that fits snugly against the contours of the seat cushion and can be securely retained using the seatbelt. C: Rear center seat (5-seater models)/ second-row center seat (7-seater mod- els) Installing a child restraint system is not...

  • Page 57: Choosing A Child Restraint System

    SINCE YOUR VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH A PASSENGER’S SRS AIRBAG, DO NOT INSTALL A REARWARD FACING CHILD SAFE- TY SEAT IN THE FRONT PASSEN- GER’S SEAT. DOING SO RISKS SE- RIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD BY PLACING THE CHILD’S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG.
  • Page 58 1-34 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Installing a rearward facing child re- straint 100503 1. Slide the seat or seat pair to its rear- most position. 2. Adjust the seatback to the upright posi- tion. 3. Place the child restraint system in the rear seating position.
  • Page 59 100506 10.To remove the child restraint system, press the release button on the seatbelt buckle and allow the belt to retract com- pletely. The belt will return to the ELR mode. NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FACING CHILD SEAT IN THE FRONT PASSENGER’S SEAT.
  • Page 60 1-36 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 100509 8. Before having a child sit in the child re- straint system, move it back and forth and right and left to check if it is firmly secured. Sometimes a child restraint can be more firmly secured by pushing it down into the seat cushion and then tightening the seat- belt.

  • Page 61: Installing A Booster Seat

    Installing a booster seat Child restraint systems and seat- belts can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check the child restraint system before you place a child in Do not leave an unsecured child restraint system in your vehicle.

  • Page 62: Installation Of Child Restraint Systems By Use Of Lower And Tether Anchorages (Latch)

    1-38 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Never use a belt that is twisted or reversed. In an accident, this can increase the risk or severity of in- jury to the child. Never place the shoulder belt un- der the child’s arm or behind the child’s back.
  • Page 63 100515 Your vehicle is provided with child re- straint system anchors as follows: Four lower anchorages (bars) and three upper anchorages (tether anchorages) on the rear seat (5-seater model)/second-row seat (7-seater model) 100516 Lower anchorages for child restraints are provided in the following locations: 5-seater models: on the rear seats 7-seater models: on the second-row seats...
  • Page 64 1-40 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags the seatback. Each lower anchorage is located where the seat cushion meets the seatback. When you install a child restraint system, follow the manufacturer’s instructions supplied with it. After installing the child restraint system, check to ensure that it is held se- curely in position.

  • Page 65: Top Tether Anchorages

    If you have any question concerning this type of child restraint system, ask your SUBARU dealer. Top tether anchorages Your vehicle is equipped with three top tether anchorages (five in the 7-seater models) so that a child restraint system having a top tether can be installed in a rear seating position.
  • Page 66 1-42 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags To hook the top tether Rear seat (5-seater models)/Sec- ond-row seat (7-seater models) 100648 1. Raise the head restraint to the highest position at the seating position where the child seat has been installed using the seatbelt or lower anchorages;...
  • Page 67 100672 Do not route the top tether over the head restraint. It may happen that the top tether cannot be fastened tightly. Third-row seat (7-seater models) 100649 1. Lower the head restraint to its lowest position. TOP TETHER TOP TETHER 100676 2.

  • Page 68: Srs Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)

    1-44 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Do not pass the top tether under the head restraint. The top tether will touch the head restraint and the re- sulting slack will prevent its secure installation. 100673 Do not use the top tether with the head restraint in a raised position, otherwise the top tether cannot be fastened tightly.
  • Page 69 These SRS airbags are designed only as a supplement to the primary protec- tion provided by the seatbelt. The system also controls front seatbelt pretensioners. For operation instructions and precautions concerning the seatbelt pretensioner, see the “Front seatbelt pre- tensioners” section in this chapter. To obtain maximum protection in the event of an accident, the driv- er and all passengers in the vehi-...
  • Page 70 1-46 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 100350 Put children aged 12 and under in a rear seat properly restrained at all times. The SRS airbag deploys with considerable speed force and can injure or even kill children, especially if they are 12 years of age and under and are not restrained or improperly re- strained.
  • Page 71 1-47 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags NOTE When you sell your vehicle, we urge you to explain to the buyer that it is equipped with SRS airbags by alerting him or her to the applicable section in this owner’s manual. –...
  • Page 72 1-48 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Components 18 19 1) Airbag control module (including impact sensors) 2) Frontal airbag module (driver’s side) 3) Frontal airbag module (front passen- ger’s side) 4) Front sub sensor (left-hand side) 5) Front sub sensor (right-hand side) 6) Side airbag module (driver’s side) 7) Side airbag module (front passenger’s side)

  • Page 73: Subaru Advanced Frontal Airbag System

    Subaru advanced frontal air- bag system Your vehicle is equipped with a Subaru advanced frontal airbag system that com- plies with the new advanced frontal airbag requirements in the amended Federal Mo- tor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 208. The Subaru advanced frontal airbag sys- tem automatically determines the deploy- ment force of the driver’s SRS frontal air-...
  • Page 74 1-50 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 100125 Never hold a child on your lap or in your arms. The SRS airbag deploys with considerable force and can in- jure or even kill the child. 100155 The SRS airbag deploys with con- siderable speed and force.
  • Page 75 SRS frontal airbag even when the driver’s SRS frontal airbag deploys. This is normal. Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may prevent the Subaru ad- vanced frontal airbag system from func- tioning correctly or cause the system to fail.
  • Page 76 Have your vehicle inspected at your SUBARU dealer. NOTE The front passenger’s SRS side airbag, SRS curtain airbag and seatbelt preten- sioner are not controlled by the Subaru advanced frontal airbag system. Passenger’s frontal airbag ON and OFF indicators PASS AIR BAG 100533 : Front passenger’s frontal airbag...
  • Page 77 lowing conditions are met regarding the front passenger’s seat: The seat is empty. The seat is equipped with a rearward facing child restraint system and an infant is restrained with it. (See WARNING that follows.) The seat is equipped with a forward fac- ing child restraint system and a small child is restrained with it.
  • Page 78 SUBARU dealer for an inspection. NOTE When a child who has outgrown a child restraint system or a small adult is seated in the front passenger’s seat,...
  • Page 79 Subaru advanced air- bag system. If you have any questions, you may contact the following Subaru dis- tributors: <Continental U.S., Alaska and the District...
  • Page 80 2) Passenger’s side The SRS airbag can function only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. The Subaru advanced frontal airbag sys- tem is designed to determine the activa- tion or deactivation condition of the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag depend- ing on the total load on the front passen- ger’s seat monitored by the front passen-...
  • Page 81 Do not touch the SRS airbag system components around the steering wheel and dashboard with bare hands right after deployment. Doing so can cause burns because the components can be very hot as a re- sult of deployment. The driver’s SRS frontal airbag and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag are de- signed to deploy in the event of an acci- dent involving a moderate to severe fron-...
  • Page 82 1-58 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags frontal airbags may be activated when the vehicle sustains a hard impact in the un- dercarriage area from the road surface (such as when the vehicle plunges into a deep ditch, is severely impacted or knocked hard against an obstacle on the road such as a curb).

  • Page 83: Srs Side Airbag And Srs Curtain Airbag

    Examples of the types of accidents in which the driver’s/driver’s and front passenger’s SRS frontal air- bag(s) will basically not deploy. 100538 The driver’s and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbags are designed basically not to deploy if the vehicle is struck from the side or from behind, or if it rolls onto its side or roof, or if it is involved in a low- speed frontal collision.
  • Page 84 1-60 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags The SRS side airbag and SRS cur- tain airbag are designed as only a supplement to the primary protec- tion provided by the seatbelt. They do not do away with the need to fas- ten seatbelts.
  • Page 85 Never allow a child to kneel on the front passenger’s seat facing the side window or to wrap his/her arms around the front seat seat- back. In the event of an accident, the force of the SRS side airbag deployment could injure the child seriously because his/her head or arms or other parts of the body are too close to the SRS side air-...
  • Page 86 1-62 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Do not attach a hands-free micro- phone or any other accessory to a front pillar, a center pillar, a rear pillar, the windshield, a side win- dow, an assist grip, or any other cabin surface that would be near a deploying SRS curtain airbag.
  • Page 87 ploy independently of each other since each has its own impact sensor. There- fore, they may not both deploy in the same accident. Also, the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag deploys independently of the driver’s and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbags in the steering wheel and instrument panel.
  • Page 88 1-64 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Example of the type of accident in which the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag will most likely de- ploy. 200320 A severe side impact near the front seat activates the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag.
  • Page 89 Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS side airbag and SRS cur- tain airbag are unlikely to deploy. 100540 1-65 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags The vehicle is involved in an oblique side-on impact. The vehicle is involved in a side-on impact in an area outside the vicinity of the passenger compartment.

  • Page 90: Srs Airbag System Monitors

    1-66 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag will basically not deploy. 100541 1) The vehicle is involved in frontal collision with another vehicle (moving or station- ary).

  • Page 91: Srs Airbag System Servicing

    SRS airbag sys- tem. Immediately take your vehicle to your nearest SUBARU dealer to have the system checked. Unless checked and properly repaired, the seatbelt pretensioners and/or SRS airbags will operate improperly (e.g.

  • Page 92: Precautions Against Vehicle Modification

    In the event that the SRS airbag is de- ployed, replacement of the system should be performed only by an autho- rized SUBARU dealer. When the com- ponents of the SRS airbag system are replaced, use only genuine SUBARU parts.
  • Page 93 Attachment of any equipment (side steps or side sill protectors, etc.) other than genuine SUBARU accessory parts to the side body. Always consult your SUBARU dealer if you want to install any accessory parts on your vehicle. 1-69 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags...

  • Page 95: Keys And Doors

    Keys ... Key number ... Immobilizer ... Security ID plate ... Security indicator light ... Key replacement ... Door locks ... Locking and unlocking from the outside ... Locking and unlocking from the inside ... Battery drainage prevention function ... Power door locking switches ...

  • Page 96: Keys

    Keys and doors Keys 200700 1) Master key 2) Submaster key 3) Valet key 4) Key number plate 5) Security ID plate Three types of keys are provided for your vehicle. Master key, submaster key and valet key. The master key and submaster key fit all locks on your vehicle.

  • Page 97: Immobilizer

    Immobilizer The immobilizer system is designed to prevent an unauthorized person from starting the engine. Only keys registered with your vehicle’s immobilizer system can be used to operate your vehicle. Even if an unregistered key fits into the ignition switch and can be turned to the “START” position, the engine will automatically stop after several seconds.

  • Page 98: Security Indicator Light

    If the security indicator light does not flash, the immobilizer system may be faulty. If this occurs, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. In case an unauthorized key is used (e.g. an imitation key), the security indicator light comes on.

  • Page 99: Locking And Unlocking From The Inside

    200704 Locking without the key To lock the door from the outside without the key, rotate the lock lever rearward and then close the door. 200705 Locking without the key To lock the door from the outside using the power door locking switch, push the “ ” sides of the switch and then close the door.

  • Page 100: Battery Drainage Prevention Function

    10 minutes of illumination to pre- vent the battery from going dead. The op- erational/non-operational setting of this function can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer if you would like to change the set- ting.

  • Page 101: Key Lock-In Prevention Function

    This function’s operative/non-operative Keys and doors setting can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact a SUBARU dealer for de- tails. NOTE When leaving the vehicle, make sure you are holding the key before locking the doors.

  • Page 102: Remote Keyless Entry System

    Keys and doors Remote keyless entry sys- Do not expose the transmitter to severe shocks, such as those ex- perienced as a result of dropping or throwing. Do not take the transmitter apart except when replacing the bat- tery. Do not get the transmitter wet. If it gets wet, wipe it dry with a cloth immediately.

  • Page 103: Locking The Doors

    Locking the doors 200899 Press the “ ” button to lock all doors and rear gate. An electronic chirp will sound once and the turn signal lights will flash once. If any of the doors (or the rear gate) is not fully closed, an electronic chirp will sound five times and the turn signal lights will flash five times to alert you that the doors...

  • Page 104: Vehicle Finder Function

    Keys and doors Map light: OFF position Dome light: Middle position Cargo area light: DOOR position A SUBARU dealer can change the illumi- nation period setting of the interior light in accordance with your preference. Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer for details.

  • Page 105: Replacing Lost Transmitters

    crease. Replace the battery as soon as possible. To replace the battery: 200715 1. Open the transmitter case using a flat- head screwdriver. 200716 2. Remove the old battery from the hold- 1) Negative (–) side facing up 3. Replace with a new battery (Type CR2025 or equivalent) making sure to in- stall the new battery with the negative (–) side facing up.
  • Page 106 2-12 Keys and doors 200719 Transmitter circuit board To register a new transmitter with the key- less entry system, it is necessary to pro- gram the transmitter’s code (identification number) into the system. A label showing the code is affixed to the bag containing the transmitter, and another is affixed to the circuit board inside the transmitter.
  • Page 107 200722 5. Before the electronic tone stops sound- ing, push the “ ” side of the power door locking switch the same number of times as the leftmost digit of the transmitter code. For example, push the locking switch eight times if the leftmost digit of the code is 8.

  • Page 108: Alarm System

    You can set the system for de- activation yourself or have it done by your SUBARU dealer. System alarm operation The alarm system will give the following alarms when triggered: The vehicle’s horn will sound and the...

  • Page 109: Activating And Deactivating The Alarm System

    “AL on” and the horn sounds once, indi- cating that the system is now activated. NOTE You may have the above setting change done by your SUBARU dealer. If you have accidentally trig- gered the alarm system To stop the alarm...

  • Page 110: Disarming The System

    The 30-second standby time can be eliminated if you prefer. Have it per- formed by your SUBARU dealer. The system is in the standby mode for a 30-second period after locking the doors with the remote transmitter. The security indicator light will flash at short intervals during this period.

  • Page 111: Valet Mode

    DOORS MUST BE MANUALLY LOCKED. To enter the passive mode If you wish to program the passive arming mode, have it done by your SUBARU dealer. Arming the system In passive mode, the system will au-...

  • Page 112: Tripped Sensor Identification

    30 seconds. If you desire, your SUBARU dealer can connect them and set them for activation or deactivation. NOTE...

  • Page 113: Child Safety Locks

    Child safety locks Always use the child safety lock whenever a child rides in the rear. Serious injury could result if a child accidentally opened the door and fell out. 200726 Each rear door has a child safety lock that prevents the doors from being opened even if the inside door handle is pulled.
  • Page 114 2-20 Keys and doors Operating the driver’s window 200728 1) Open 2) Automatically open To open: Push the switch down lightly and hold it. The window will open as long as the switch is held. This switch also has a one-touch auto down feature that allows the window to be opened fully without holding the switch.
  • Page 115 Locking the passengers’ windows 200732 To lock the passengers’ windows, push the lock switch. When the lock switch is in the “LOCK” position, the passengers’ win- dows cannot be opened or closed. Press the switch again to cancel the pas- sengers’...

  • Page 116: Rear Gate

    2-22 Keys and doors Rear gate 200735 The rear gate can be locked and unlocked using either the keyless entry system or the power door locking switch. Refer to the “Power door locking switches” and “Remote keyless entry system” sec- tions in this chapter.

  • Page 117: Moonroof

    Do not jam a plastic bag in or place cellophane tape on the rear gate stays or scratch the stays while loading or unloading cargo. That could cause leakage of gas from the stays, which may result in their inability to hold the rear gate open.

  • Page 118: Tilt Function

    2-24 Keys and doors Tilt function 200737 1) Tilt up 2) Tilt down The tilting function will only operate when the moonroof is fully closed. Push the rear side of the “Tilt” switch to raise the moonroof. Push the front side of the “Tilt” switch to lower the moonroof.

  • Page 119: Sun Shades

    2-25 Keys and doors moonroof fully opened. Sun shades 200739 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 121: Instruments And Controls

    Ignition switch ... LOCK ... ACC ... ON ... START ... Key reminder chime ... Ignition switch light ... Hazard warning flasher ... Meters and gauges ... Combination meter illumination ... Canceling the function for meter needle/gauge movement and combination meter sequential illumination upon turning on the ignition switch ...
  • Page 122 Instruments and controls Light control switch ... 3-26 Headlights ... High/low beam change (dimmer) ... Headlight flasher ... Daytime running light system ... Turn signal lever ... 3-27 Illumination brightness control ... 3-27 Parking light switch ... 3-28 Front fog light switch ... 3-28 Wiper and washer ...

  • Page 123: Ignition Switch

    Ignition switch Instruments and controls Never turn the ignition switch to “LOCK” while the vehicle is being driven or towed because that will lock the steering wheel, prevent- ing steering control. And when the engine is turned off, it takes a much greater effort than usual to steer.

  • Page 124: Start

    Instruments and controls (radio, accessory power outlet, etc.) can be used. This is the normal operating position after the engine is started. START Do not turn the ignition switch to the “START” position while the engine is running. The engine is started in this position. The starter cranks the engine to start it.

  • Page 125: Hazard Warning Flasher

    Hazard warning flasher 300504 The hazard warning flasher is used to warn other drivers when you have to park your vehicle under emergency conditions. The hazard warning flasher works with the ignition switch in any position. To turn on the hazard warning flasher, push the hazard warning button on the in- strument panel.

  • Page 126: Speedometer

    Instruments and controls change the current setting, press the trip knob for at least two seconds. : Activated : Deactivated With the function deactivated, the combi- nation meter illuminates as follows: 1. Warning lights, indicator lights, meter rims, meter needles, odometer, trip meter, and gauge back lights illuminate.

  • Page 127: Double Trip Meter

    “ ”. If the trip meter shows “ ”, immedi- ately contact the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the vehicle communication sys- tem inspected. NOTE If you press the trip knob while the trip meter is showing “...

  • Page 128: Fuel Gauge

    Instruments and controls Do not operate the engine with the pointer of the tachometer in the red zone. In this range, fuel injection will be cut by the engine control module to protect the engine from overrev- ving. The engine will resume run- ning normally after the engine speed is reduced below the red zone.

  • Page 129: Warning And Indicator Lights

    reaches near the middle of the range. En- gine operation is optimum with the engine coolant at this temperature range and high revving operation when the engine is not warmed up enough should be avoided. If the pointer exceeds the normal operating range, safely stop the ve- hicle as soon as possible.

  • Page 130: Seatbelt Warning Light And Chime

    : Security indicator light If any lights fail to come on, it indicates a burned-out bulb or a malfunction of the corresponding system. Consult your authorized SUBARU dealer for repair. Seatbelt warning light and chime Your vehicle is equipped with a seatbelt warning device at the driver’s and front...

  • Page 131: Srs Airbag System Warning Light

    If still the seatbelt warning device for front passenger’s seat does not function cor- rectly after taking relevant corrective ac- tions described above, immediately con- tact your SUBARU dealer for an inspec- tion. 3-11 Instruments and controls SRS airbag system warn-...

  • Page 132: Front Passenger's Frontal Airbag On And Off Indicators

    ON indicator will remain extinguished while the OFF indicator will illuminate. If both the ON and OFF indicators remain lit or extinguished simultaneously, the sys- tem is faulty. Contact your SUBARU deal- er immediately for an inspection. CHECK ENGINE warn- ing light/Malfunction in-...

  • Page 133: Charge Warning Light

    If the oil level is low, add oil immediately. If the engine oil is at the proper level but the light remains on, contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. AT OIL TEMPerature warning light...

  • Page 134: Rear Differential Oil Temperature Warning Light

    When a tire is significantly under-inflat- ed: Steady illumination When there is a problem in the TPMS: Flashing Should the warning light flash, have the system inspected your nearest SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.

  • Page 135: Abs Warning Light

    ON or the light is flashing, you should have your Tire Pressure Monitoring System checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possi- ble. If this light comes on while driving, never brake suddenly and keep driv- ing straight ahead while gradually reducing speed.

  • Page 136: Brake System Warning Light

    If the fluid level is below the “MIN” mark in the reser- voir, do not drive the vehicle. Have the ve- hicle towed to the nearest SUBARU deal- er for repair. Electronic Brake Force Distribution...

  • Page 137: Low Fuel Warning Light

    5. If the brake fluid level is not below the “MIN” mark, the EBD system may be faulty. Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system in- spected. 6. If the brake fluid level is below the “MIN”...

  • Page 138: Vehicle Dynamics Control Operation Indicator Light

    You will be safe while driving with this condition, but have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. NOTE If the warning light behavior is as...

  • Page 139: Security Indicator Light

    The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is probably faulty under the following condi- tion. Have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. The light does not go out even after the lapse of several minutes (the engine has warmed up) after the engine has started.

  • Page 140: Selector Lever/Gear Position Indicator

    3-20 Instruments and controls Selector lever/Gear position indicator 300266 The selector lever/gear position indicator shows the position of the selector lever. When manual mode is selected, the gear position indicator shows the current gear position and the upshift/downshift indica- tor illuminates. (Refer to the “Automatic transmission”...

  • Page 141: Clock

    Clock NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with a navi- gation system, refer to the separate “Operating Instructions for Monitor System”. CLOCK 300603 The clock shows the time while the igni- tion switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” posi- tion.
  • Page 142 3-22 Instruments and controls 300551 Canada-spec. vehicles The outside temperature indicator shows the outside temperature in a range from –22 to 122°F (–30 to 50°C). The indicator can give a false reading un- der any of the following conditions: When there is too much sun. During idling;...

  • Page 143: Multi Function Display (Vehicle Without Navigation System)

    Multi function display (Vehi- cle without Navigation Sys- tem) NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, refer to the sepa- rate “Operating Instructions for Moni- tor System”. A liquid-crystal display is used in the multi function display. You will find its indications hard to see if you wear po- larized glasses.

  • Page 144: Driving Range On Remaining Fuel

    3-24 Instruments and controls 300557 Canada-spec. vehicles This indication shows the average rate of fuel consumption since the trip meter was last reset. Pressing the trip knob toggles the indica- tion between the average fuel consump- tion corresponding to the A trip meter indi- cation and the average fuel consumption corresponding to the B trip meter indica- tion.

  • Page 145: Journey Time

    300560 U.S.-spec. vehicles 300561 Canada-spec. vehicles If the driving range is shown as “ there is only a tiny amount of fuel left in the tank. You must refuel the vehicle immedi- ately. NOTE The driving range on remaining fuel is only a guide.

  • Page 146: Light Control Switch

    3-26 Instruments and controls Light control switch To prevent battery discharge result- ing from accidentally leaving your lights on when your vehicle is parked, the light switch operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. In any other posi- tion, the vehicle’s lights will be out.

  • Page 147: Daytime Running Light System

    the high beam indicator light “ ” on the instrument panel also comes on. Daytime running light system The tail lights, parking lights, and side marker lights are not turned on by the daytime running light system. The light switch must always be turned to the “...

  • Page 148: Parking Light Switch

    3-28 Instruments and controls ward, the illumination brightness be- comes the maximum and the automatic dimming function does not work at all. Parking light switch 300511 The parking light switch operates regard- less of the ignition switch position. By pushing the front end of this switch, fol- lowing lights will come on.

  • Page 149: Wiper And Washer

    300513 The indicator light located on the combi- nation meter will illuminate when the fog lights are on. Wiper and washer In freezing weather, do not use the windshield washer until the wind- shield is sufficiently warmed by the defroster. Otherwise the washer fluid can freeze on the windshield, blocking your view.

  • Page 150: Windshield Wiper And Washer Switches

    Instruments and controls Use clean water if windshield washer fluid is unavailable. In ar- eas where water freezes in winter, use SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid or the equivalent. (See “Windshield washer fluid” section in chapter 11.) Also, when driving the vehicle...
  • Page 151 Mist (for a single wipe) 300288 For a single wipe of the wipers, pull the le- ver toward you. The wipers operate until you release the lever. Wiper intermittent time control 300287 When the wiper switch is in the “ ”...

  • Page 152: Rear Window Wiper And Washer Switch

    3-32 Instruments and controls Rear window wiper and wash- er switch 300290 : Washer (accompanied by wiper opera- tion) ON: Continuous INT: Intermittent OFF: Park : Washer (accompanied by wiper opera- tion) Rear wiper To turn the rear wiper on, turn the knob on the end of the wiper control lever upward to the “INT”...

  • Page 153: Climate Control

    Your SUBARU dealer can set your wind- shield wiper deicer for continuous opera- tion. Contact your SUBARU dealer for de- tails. Once the windshield wiper deicer has...

  • Page 154: Mirrors

    3-34 Instruments and controls Do not use sharp instruments or window cleaner containing abra- sives to clean the inner surface of the rear window. They may dam- age the conductors printed on the window. To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not operate the de- fogger continuously for any long- er than necessary.
  • Page 155 ton, the compass display is toggled on or off. When the compass is on, an illuminat- ed compass reading will appear in the lower part of the mirror. Even with the mirror in anti-glare mode, the mirror surface turns bright if the trans- mission is shifted into reverse.

  • Page 156: Outside Mirrors

    3-36 Instruments and controls Outside mirrors Convex mirror (Passenger side) Objects look smaller in a convex mirror and farther away than when viewed in a flat mirror. Do not use the convex mirror to judge the dis- tance of vehicles behind you when changing lanes.

  • Page 157: Tilt Steering Wheel

    Tilt steering wheel Do not adjust the steering wheel tilt position while driving. This may cause loss of vehicle control and re- sult in personal injury. 300520 1. Adjust the seat position. Refer to the “Front seats” section (chapter 1). 2.
  • Page 159 Climate control Ventilator ... Air flow ... Ventilator ... Automatic climate control system ... Control panel ... Rear air conditioner (if equipped) ... Temperature sensors ... Operating tips for heater and air conditioner .. 4-10 Cleaning ventilator grille ... Efficient cooling after parking in direct sunlight ...

  • Page 160: Climate Control

    Climate control Ventilator Climate control Air flow 400500...
  • Page 161 Climate control Air flow mode selection 400501 – CONTINUED –...
  • Page 162 Climate control Ventilator Center ventilators 400503 Move the tab up and down or right and left to adjust the flow direction. Side ventilator 400504 1) Open 2) Close Move the tab up and down or right and left to adjust the flow direction. To open the ventilator, turn the side grille open/close wheel upward.

  • Page 163: Automatic Climate Control System

    Automatic climate control system NOTE Operate the automatic climate con- trol system when the engine is run- ning. The blower fan rotates at a low speed when the engine coolant temperature is low. For efficient defogging or dehumidify- ing in cold weather, press the “A/C” button.
  • Page 164 Climate control To change the system back to the AUTO mode, press the “AUTO” button. OFF button 400508 The Automatic Climate Control system turns off (the air conditioner compressor and fan turn off) when the “OFF” button is pressed. When the “OFF” button is pressed, the outside air introduction mode (air inlet se- lection OFF) is automatically selected.
  • Page 165 – Defroster button 400511 To defrost or dehumidify the windshield and front door windows, push the defrost- er button “ ”. When the “ ” button is pushed, regardless whether the air con- ditioner is operating or not, outside air is drawn into the passenger compartment, the air conditioner compressor turns on, air flow is directed towards the windshield...
  • Page 166 Climate control Air flow mode selection button 400514 Select the desired air flow mode by push- ing the air flow mode selection button. The selected air flow mode is shown on the the center of the dial. (Ventilation): Air flows through the in- strument panel outlets.

  • Page 167: Rear Air Conditioner (If Equipped)

    Rear air conditioner (if equipped) 400516 The rear air conditioner blows cool air out of the rear ventilators while the “A/C” but- ton on the control panel is in the “ON” po- sition. The fan speed of the rear air condi- tioner can be adjusted using the rear air conditioner dial behind the center console.

  • Page 168: Operating Tips For Heater And Air Conditioner

    Checking air conditioning system before summer sea- Check the air conditioner unit for refriger- ant leaks, hose conditions, and proper op- eration each spring. Have your SUBARU dealer perform this check. Cooling and dehumidifying in high humidity and low tem-...

  • Page 169: Air Filtration System

    Under extremely dusty conditions, the filter should be replaced more frequently. Have your filter checked or replaced by your SUBARU dealer. For replacement, we recommend the use of a genuine SUBARU air filter kit. Replacement schedule:...
  • Page 170 11.Install the instrument panel side cover. 400566 12.Label installation Attach the caution label to the driver’s door. Contact your SUBARU dealer if the following occurs, even if it is not yet time to change the filter: – Reduction of the air flow through the vents.

  • Page 171: Audio

    Antenna system ... Printed antenna ... FM reception ... Installation of accessories ... Audio set ... Type A audio set ... Type B audio set ... Type A audio set (if equipped) ... Radio operation ... Compact disc player operation ... Type B audio set (if equipped) ...

  • Page 172: Antenna System

    This noise does not indicate a radio fault. Installation of accessories Always consult your SUBARU dealer be- fore installing a citizen band radio or other transmitting device in your vehicle. Such devices may cause the electronic control...

  • Page 173: Type A Audio Set

    Audio set Your SUBARU may be equipped with one of the following audio sets. See the pages indicated in this section for operating de- tails. Type A audio set 500201 Radio operation: refer to page 5-4 CD (compact disc) player operation: re-...

  • Page 174: Type A Audio Set (If Equipped)

    Audio Type A audio set (if equipped) The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position. Radio operation AM button FM button AUX RSE button TUNE TRACK button Power switch, volume control dial SEEK FLDR button SCAN button TONE BAL button...
  • Page 175 To change tone and balance control modes Each brief press of the “TONE BAL” but- ton (8) changes control modes in the fol- lowing sequence starting from volume control mode. (When the radio is first turned on, the control mode is in the vol- ume control.) Volume Bass...
  • Page 176 Audio Control mode (Range of levels) Turn counterclockwise Bass control (–6 to +6) For less bass sound Midrange control (–6 to +6) For less midrange sound Treble control (–6 to +6) For less treble sound Fader control (R9 to F9) To increase rear speaker volume and decrease front speaker vol- Balance control (L9 to R9)
  • Page 177 matically search for a receivable station and stop at the first one it finds. This func- tion may not be available, however, when radio signals are weak. In such a situation, perform manual tuning to select the de- sired station. Automatic tuning (SCAN) Press the “SCAN”...

  • Page 178: Compact Disc Player Operation

    Audio Compact disc player operation (5) (6) 500205 CD button TUNE TRACK button AUDIO button SEEK FLDR button RDM button RPT button SCAN button Eject button To playback a compact disc When CD is not in the player Hold a disc with a finger in the center hole while gripping the edge of the disc, then insert it in to the slot (with the label side up) and the player will automatically pull...
  • Page 179 will appear on the display and the play- er will revert to the previously selected mode. The player is designed to be able to play music CD-Rs and music CD-RWs, but it may not be able to play certain ones. Single CDs (i.e., 8 cm/3 inch CDs) are not supported, and if inserted, they will be immediately ejected.
  • Page 180 5-10 Audio Repeating To repeat the currently playing track/file (track) To repeat a track/file (track), briefly press the “RPT” button (6) while the track/file (track) is playing. The display will show “RPT”, and the track/file (track) will be re- peated. To cancel the track/file (track) repeat-play mode: Press the “RPT”...
  • Page 181 you perform any of the following steps: Press the “RPT” button Press the “SCAN” button Press the “ ” button Select the radio mode Press the “RSE AUX” button Press the “ ” or “ ” side of the SEEK FLDR button Turn off the power of the audio equipment.
  • Page 182 5-12 Audio tion will operate, automatically reload- ing the disc. In this case, the disc is not played. Display selection (MP3 disc) If you press the “AUDIO” button (3) for 0.5 second or longer during playback, the in- dication will change to the next one in the following sequence.

  • Page 183: Type B Audio Set (If Equipped)

    Type B audio set (if equipped) The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” positions. Radio operation 500207 5-13 Audio AM button FM button AUX RSE button TUNE TRACK button Power switch, volume control dial SEEK FLDR button SCAN button TONE BAL button...
  • Page 184 5-14 Audio To change tone and balance control modes Each brief press of the “TONE BAL” but- ton (8) changes control modes in the fol- lowing sequence starting from volume control mode. (When the radio is first turned on, the control mode is in the vol- ume control.) Volume Bass...
  • Page 185 Control mode (Range of levels) Turn counterclockwise Bass control (–6 to +6) For less bass sound Midrange control (–6 to +6) For less midrange sound Treble control (–6 to +6) For less treble sound Fader control (R9 to F9) To increase rear speaker volume and decrease front speaker vol- Balance control (L9 to R9) To increase left speaker volume...
  • Page 186 5-16 Audio matically search for a receivable station and stop at the first one it finds. This func- tion may not be available, however, when radio signals are weak. In such a situation, perform manual tuning to select the de- sired station.

  • Page 187: Built-In Cd Changer Operation

    Built-in CD changer operation (10) (5) (6) 500208 5-17 Audio CD button TUNE TRACK button AUDIO button SEEK FLDR button RDM button RPT button SCAN button Eject button Disc select button 10) LOAD button NOTE Be sure to insert a disc with the label side up.
  • Page 188 5-18 Audio How to insert a CD(s) Inserting a CD 1. Briefly press the “LOAD” button (10). If the magazine in the player has an idle po- sition where you can insert a disc, the disc number indicator associated with the idle position will blink.
  • Page 189 steadily lights up. The player will then start playback of the selected CD, beginning with the first track. If a disc that the player cannot read has been loaded, “CHECK DISC” will appear on the display and the player will not play anything.
  • Page 190 5-20 Audio Turn off the power of the audio equipment. Turn the ignition switch to the “OFF” position. To repeat the currently playing disc/ folder To repeat the currently playing disc/folder, press the “RPT” button (6) twice while a track/file (track) is playing. The display will show “D-RPT”, and the disc/folder will be played repeatedly.
  • Page 191 again to reselect the random mode. Random playback will be cancelled if you perform any of the following steps: Press the “RPT” button Press the “SCAN” button Press the “ ” button Select the radio mode Press the “RSE AUX” button Press the “...

  • Page 192: Audio Control Buttons

    5-22 Audio peat Steps 1 and 2. Ejecting all discs from the player (All disc ejection mode) 1. If you continue to press the “ ton (8), the player will produce beep sound and will enter the all disc ejection mode.

  • Page 193: Precautions To Observe When Handling A Compact Disc

    track/file (track); pressing it the second time makes it go back to the previous track/file (track). The track/file (track) number will be shown on the audio display. Volume control buttons 500211 Press the “+” button to increase the vol- ume. Press the “–” button to reduce the volume.
  • Page 194 5-24 Audio 500090 DualDisc 500253 You cannot use a DualDisc in the CD player. If you insert a DualDisc into the player, the disc may not come out again, possibly causing the player to malfunc- tion. In cold and/or rainy weather, dew can form inside the CD player, preventing nor- mal operation.

  • Page 195: Mp3 Audio

    MP3 audio What is MP3? MP3 (the name is an abbreviation of ‘MPEG Audio Layer 3’) is a compression format for digital audio. It was developed by the Motion Picture Experts Group. It permits audio data to be shrunk by a factor of approximately 10 with no loss of sound quality, meaning that the audio on 10 con- ventional CDs can be fitted onto a single...

  • Page 196: Supported File Systems

    5-26 Audio the writing software and CD recorder. Recording must be performed using a file system supported by the audio sys- tem. Otherwise, the audio system may not play the MP3 files and may not display folder titles and file titles. Supported file systems The audio system supports the following file systems:...

  • Page 197: Interior Equipment

    Interior light ... Dome light ... Cargo area light ... Map light ... Sun visors ... Sun visor extension plate ... Vanity mirror with light ... Storage compartment ... Glove box ... Center console box ... Rear console ... Overhead console ... Cup holder ...

  • Page 198: Interior Light

    See the “Remote keyless entry system” in chapter 2 for detailed information. The setting of the period for which the light stays on can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer for details.

  • Page 199: Map Light

    See the “Remote keyless entry system” in chapter 2 for detailed information. The setting of the period for which the light stays on can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer for details.

  • Page 200: Vanity Mirror With Light

    Interior equipment 600408 Do not pull out the extension plate with the sun visor positioned over the windshield. The extension plate would obstruct your view of the rearview mirror. Vanity mirror with light 600409 To use the vanity mirror, swing down the sun visor and open the vanity mirror cov- The light beside the vanity mirror comes on when the mirror cover is opened.

  • Page 201: Center Console Box

    close it, push the lid firmly upward. To lock the glove box, insert the key and turn it clockwise. Center console box 600411 The center console box has a two-layer structure consisting of an upper compart- ment and a lower compartment. Upper compartment 600412 1) Upper compartment lock release...

  • Page 202: Rear Console

    Interior equipment Rear console 600414 The rear console is located in the back of the center console box. Pull it out to use it. Overhead console 600415 To open the console, push on the lid light- ly and it will automatically open. When your vehicle is parked in the sun or on a warm day, the inside of the overhead console heats up.

  • Page 203: Front Passenger's Cup Holder

    Front passenger’s cup holder Center console 600416 The dual cup holder is built into the center console near the parking brake lever. 600417 To access the cup holder, push the re- lease button. Door pocket 600418 The door pockets can be used to hold beverage bottles and other items.

  • Page 204: Third-Row Seat Cup Holders (7-Seater Models)

    Interior equipment Door pocket 600420 The door pockets can be used to hold beverage bottles and other items. When placing a beverage in a door pocket, make sure it is capped. Oth- erwise, the beverage could spill when opening/closing the door or while driving and, if the beverage is hot, it could scald you.
  • Page 205 Electrical power (12V DC) from the battery is available at any of the outlets when the ignition switch is either in the “ACC” or “ON” position. You can use an in-car use electrical appli- ance by connecting it to an outlet. When both outlets are used at the same time, the total power consumption of the electric appliances must be 120W or less.

  • Page 206: Coat Hook

    6-10 Interior equipment gap between the center console (lower compartment) and the lid. It is also possible to pass the cord through a groove in the lid and up to the center console (upper compartment). Coat hook Rear (5-seater models)/Sec- ond-row (7-seater models) passenger area 600516...

  • Page 207: Shopping Bag Hook

    400249 A coat hook is attached to each of the pas- senger hand grips for the seat listed in the following. 5-seater models: Rear seat 7-seater models: Second seat Shopping bag hook Do not hang items on the shopping bag hook that weigh 11 lbs (5 kg) or more.

  • Page 208: Convenient Tie-Down Hooks

    6-12 Interior equipment 600427 Make sure the driver’s floor mat is placed back in its proper location and correctly secured on its retain- ing pin. If the floor mat slips forward and interferes with the movement of the pedals during driving, it could cause an accident.

  • Page 209: Homelink® Wireless Control System (If Equipped)

    5-seater models 600488 600436 Hang the hook provided on the underside of the rear half lid on the rear edge of the roof to keep the lid open. 7-seater models 600518 Hang the hook provided on the underside of the lid on the rear edge of the roof to keep the lid open.

  • Page 210: Garage Door Opener Programming In The U.s.a

    6-14 Interior equipment gram for operation of one desired device. For details on the device types which can be operated by this system, consult the HomeLink website at www.homelink.com or call 1-800-355-3515. Note the following about this system: If your vehicle is equipped with the HomeLink®...

  • Page 211: Programming Rolling-Code-Protected Garage Door Openers In The U.s.a

    600430 2. Press and hold the two outside HomeLink® buttons until the indicator light begins to flash (after 20 seconds). Re- lease both buttons. NOTE If any of the HomeLink® buttons are al- ready programmed for other devices, skip step 2 because it clears the mem- ory of all the three buttons.

  • Page 212: Programming For Entrance Gates And Garage Door Openers In Canada

    6-16 Interior equipment may make the programming quicker and easier. 600432 1. Locate the training button on the ga- rage door opener motor head unit. The ex- act location and color of the button may vary by brand of garage door opener. If it is difficult to locate the training button, re- fer to your garage door opener’s instruc- tion manual.

  • Page 213: In Case A Problem Occurs

    ory of all three buttons. 3. Hold the end of the entrance gate’s/ga- rage door opener’s hand-held transmitter between 1 and 3 inches (25 and 76 mm) away from the HomeLink® buttons on the driver’s sun visor, keeping the indicator light in view.
  • Page 214 6-18 Interior equipment corresponding HomeLink® button after programming, contact HomeLink www.homelink.com or call 1-800-355- 3515 for assistance.

  • Page 215: Starting And Operating

    Fuel ... Fuel requirements ... Fuel filler lid and cap ... State emission testing (U.S. only) ... Preparing to drive ... Starting the engine ... Stopping the engine ... Automatic transmission ... Selector lever ... Selector lever reverse inhibiting function ... Selection of manual mode ...

  • Page 216: Fuel

    The CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp may also turn on. If this occurs, return to your autho- rized SUBARU dealer for diagnosis. If it is determined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used, repairs may not be covered by your warranty.

  • Page 217: Fuel Filler Lid And Cap

    In addition, some gasoline suppliers are now producing reformulated gasolines, which are designed to reduce vehicle emissions. SUBARU approves the use of reformulated gasoline. If you are not sure what the fuel contains, you should ask your service station oper-...
  • Page 218 Starting and operating 700303 2. Open the fuel filler lid. 700304 1) Open 2) Close 3. Remove the fuel filler cap by turning it slowly counterclockwise. Gasoline vapor is highly flamma- ble. Before refueling, always first stop the engine and make sure that there are no lighted ciga- rettes, open flames or electrical sparks in the adjacent area.

  • Page 219: State Emission Testing (U.s. Only)

    At state inspection time, remember to tell your inspection or service station in advance not to place your SUBARU AWD vehicle on a two-wheel dyna- mometer. Otherwise, serious transmis- sion damage will result.

  • Page 220: Preparing To Drive

    Owners of rejected or failing vehicles should contact their SUBARU Dealer for service. Preparing to drive You should perform the following checks and adjustments every day before you start driving.

  • Page 221: Starting The Engine

    “START” position without depressing the accelerator pedal. 4) If the engine still refuses to start, con- tact your nearest SUBARU dealer for assistance. 6. Confirm that all warning and indicator lights have gone out after the engine has started.

  • Page 222: Stopping The Engine

    Starting and operating Stopping the engine Do not stop the engine when the ve- hicle is moving. This will cause loss of power to the power steering and the brake booster, making steering and braking more difficult. It could also result in accidental activation of the “LOCK”...

  • Page 223: Selector Lever

    the transmission to shift at the most appropriate times for the current con- dition of your vehicle. Optimized shift- ing will be restored as the vehicle con- tinues to be driven for a while. Selector lever 700305 : With the brake pedal depressed, shift while pressing the button in.

  • Page 224: Selector Lever Reverse Inhibiting Function

    7-10 Starting and operating Do not drive the vehicle with the se- lector lever in the “N” (neutral) posi- tion. Engine braking has no effect in this condition and the risk of an ac- cident is consequently increased. D (Drive) This position is for normal driving.

  • Page 225: Selection Of Manual Mode

    “P” position while pressing the release button. If the selector lever reverse inhibit- ing function fails, have the vehicle inspect- ed by the nearest SUBARU dealer. Selection of manual mode 700307 With the vehicle either moving or station- ary, move the selector lever from the “D”...

  • Page 226: Maximum Speeds

    7-12 Starting and operating Gearshifts can be performed using the se- lector lever. 700309 Shift to the next-higher gear by briefly pushing the selector lever toward the “+” end of the manual gate. Shift to the next-lower gear by briefly pull- ing the selector lever toward the “–”...

  • Page 227: Driving Tips

    of the gear which is about to be selected. Position mph (km/h) 25 (40) 59 (95) 95 (153) Never exceed posted speed limits. NOTE In order to prevent over-revving dur- ing acceleration of the vehicle, the transmission will automatically shift to the next highest gear if the Maximum Allowable Speed for the current gear is exceeded.

  • Page 228: Shift Lock Release

    “P” to the “N” position while pressing the release button. 6. Remove the screwdriver from the hole. Depress the brake pedal and start the en- gine. Take your vehicle to the nearest SUBARU dealer immediately to have the system re- paired.

  • Page 229: Power Steering

    Power steering Do not hold the steering wheel at the fully locked position left or right for more than five seconds. This may damage the power steering pump. The power steering system operates only when the engine is running. If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system fails to function, you can steer but it will take much more effort.

  • Page 230: Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators

    If a squeaking or scraping noise is heard from the disc brakes while braking, imme- diately have your vehicle inspected by the nearest SUBARU dealer. ABS (Anti-lock Brake Sys- tem) Always use the utmost care in driv- ing –...

  • Page 231: Abs System Self-Check

    The warning light comes on dur- ing driving. If these occur, have the ABS system repaired at the first available oppor- tunity by your SUBARU dealer. NOTE If the warning light behavior is as de- scribed in the following, the ABS sys- tem may be considered normal.

  • Page 232: Electronic Brake Force Distribution (Ebd) System

    7-18 Starting and operating voltage such as when the engine is jump started, the ABS warning light may come on. This is due to the low battery voltage and does not indicate a malfunction. When the battery becomes fully charged, the light will go out.

  • Page 233: Vehicle Dynamics Control System

    5. If the brake fluid level is not below the “MIN” mark, the EBD system may be faulty. Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system in- spected. 6. If the brake fluid level is below the “MIN”...
  • Page 234 Vehicle Dynamics Control, have authorized SUBARU dealer perform an in- spection of that system. The following precautions should be observed in order to ensure that the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is operating properly: –...

  • Page 235: Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor

    The following two situations could indicate a malfunction of the Vehicle Dynamics Control system; if either should occur, have an authorized SUBARU dealer carry out an inspection of that system at the first available opportunity. The indicator light does not turn on when the ignition key is turned to the ON position.
  • Page 236 Vehicle Dynamics Con- trol system; if any should occur, we rec- ommend that you have an authorized SUBARU dealer carry out an inspection of the system at the first available opportuni- The warning light does not turn on when the ignition key is turned to the ON posi- tion.

  • Page 237: Traction Control System Off Switch

    The indicator light fails to turn off after the engine is started, even when several minutes have passed to allow the engine to heat up sufficiently. Traction Control system OFF switch 700114 Pressing the switch to deactivate the Traction Control system can facilitate the following operations: a standing start on a steeply sloping road with a snowy, gravel-covered, or oth-...

  • Page 238: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)

    7-24 Starting and operating Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) 700318 The tire pressure monitoring system pro- vides the driver with a warning message by sending a signal from a sensor that is installed in each wheel when tire pressure is severely low. The tire pressure monitoring system will activate only when the vehicle is driven at speeds above 20 mph (32 km/h).

  • Page 239: Parking Your Vehicle

    This indicates the TPMS is unable to monitor all four road wheels. Contact your SUBARU deal- er as soon as possible for tire and sensor replacement and/or system resetting.
  • Page 240 7-26 Starting and operating Never drive while the parking brake is set because this will cause unnecessary wear on the brake linings. Before starting to drive, always make sure that the parking brake has been fully re- leased. Never drive with your foot on the parking brake pedal.

  • Page 241: Cruise Control

    Cruise control Cruise control enables you to maintain a constant vehicle speed without holding your foot on the accelerator pedal and it is operative when the vehicle speed is 25 mph (40 km/h) or more. Make sure the main switch is turned “OFF” when the cruise control is not in use to avoid unin- tentionally setting the cruise control.

  • Page 242: To Temporarily Cancel The Cruise Control

    7-28 Starting and operating The vehicle will maintain the desired speed. Vehicle speed can be temporarily in- creased while driving with the cruise con- trol activated. Simply depress the acceler- ator pedal to accelerate the vehicle. When the accelerator pedal is released, the ve- hicle will return to and maintain the previ- ous cruising speed.

  • Page 243: Cruise Control Indicator Light

    To increase the speed (by accelera- tor pedal) 1. Depress the accelerator pedal to accel- erate the vehicle to the desired speed. 2. Push the control lever downward in the “SET/COAST” direction once. Now the desired speed is set and the vehicle will keep running at that speed without de- pressing the accelerator pedal.

  • Page 244: Cruise Control Set Indicator Light

    7-30 Starting and operating If you move the cruise control lever while turning the ignition switch “ON”, the cruise control function is deactivated and the “CRUISE” indicator light flashes. To reac- tivate the cruise control function, turn the ignition switch back to the “ACC” or “LOCK”...
  • Page 245 New vehicle break-in driving – the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) ... Fuel economy hints ... Engine exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ... Catalytic converter ... Periodic inspections ... Driving in foreign countries ... Driving tips for AWD vehicles ... On-pavement and off road driving ... Winter driving ...

  • Page 246: Driving Tips

    Driving tips New vehicle break-in driving – the first 1,000 miles (1,600 The performance and long life of your ve- hicle are dependent on how you handle and care for your vehicle while it is new. Follow these instructions during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km): Do not race the engine.

  • Page 247: Catalytic Converter

    (misfiring, back- firing or incomplete combustion), have your vehicle checked and repaired by an authorized SUBARU dealer. Do not apply undercoating or rust pre- vention treatment to the heat shield of cat- alytic converter and the exhaust system.

  • Page 248: Periodic Inspections

    Driving tips Periodic inspections To keep your vehicle in the best condition at all times, always have the recommend- ed maintenance services listed in the maintenance schedule in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet” performed at the specified time or mileage intervals. Driving in foreign countries When planning to use your vehicle in an- other country:...

  • Page 249: On-Pavement And Off Road Driving

    By shifting power between the front and rear wheels, SUBARU AWD can also provide added traction during acceleration, and added engine braking force during decel- eration.
  • Page 250 If you do take your SUBARU off-road, cer- tain common sense precautions such as the following should be taken: Make certain that you and all of your passengers are wearing seatbelts.

  • Page 251: Winter Driving

    “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. Remember that damage done to your SUBARU while operating it off-road and not using common sense precautions such as those listed above is not eligible for warranty coverage.
  • Page 252 SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid con- tains 58.5% methyl alcohol and 41.5% surfactant, by volume. Its freezing temper- ature varies according to how much it is di- luted, as indicated in the following table.

  • Page 253: Driving On Snowy And Icy Roads

    If your SUBARU is not going to be used for an extended period, it is best to have the fuel tank filled to capacity.

  • Page 254: Corrosion Protection

    8-10 Driving tips wiper blades (winter blades) during the seasons you could have snow and sub- zero temperatures. Blades of this type give superior wiping performance in snowy conditions. Be sure to use blades that are suitable for your vehicle. During high-speed driving, non- freezing type wiper blades may not perform as well as standard wiper...

  • Page 255: Tire Chains

    (snow) tires Driving on snowy grades or icy roads may require the use of tire chains, in which case put genuine SUBARU spring chains on the front wheels only. Genuine SUBARU spring chains are available from your SUBARU dealer. These chains can be installed on “all season tires”...

  • Page 256: Vehicle Capacity Weight

    8-12 Driving tips When you carry something inside the vehicle, secure it whenever you can to prevent it from being thrown around inside the vehicle during sudden stops, sharp turns or in an accident. Do not pile heavy loads on the roof.

  • Page 257: Gvwr And Gawr (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating And Gross Axle Weight Rating)

    GVWR and GAWR (Gross Ve- hicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating) 800203 Certification label The certification label attached to the driv- er’s side door shows GVWR (Gross Vehi- cle Weight Rating) and GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating). The GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) must never exceed the GVWR.
  • Page 258 8-14 Driving tips When using the roof crossbar kit, make sure that the total weight of the crossbars, carrying attach- ment and cargo does not exceed the maximum load limit. Overload- ing may cause damage to the ve- hicle and create a safety hazard. Cargo can be carried after securing the roof crossbar kit to the roof rail and install- ing the appropriate carrying attachment.

  • Page 259: Trailer Hitch (If Equipped)

    Trailer hitch (if equipped) 800256 1) Trailer hitch Never exceed maximum weight specified for the trailer hitch. Exceeding the maximum weight could cause an accident resulting in serious personal inju- ries. Permissible trailer weight changes depending on the situa- tion. Refer to the next section “Trailer towing”...
  • Page 260 8-16 Driving tips hitch receiver tube so that the pin passes through the ball mount. 800207 3. Insert the safety pin into the hitch pin securely. 4. Pull the ball mount to make sure it does not come off the hitch receiver. 800258 1) Hitch ball installation point 2) Hooks for safety chains...

  • Page 261: When You Do Not Tow A Trailer

    Seek the advice of your SUBARU dealer to assist you in pur- chasing a hitch and other necessary tow- ing equipment appropriate for your vehi- cle.

  • Page 262: Maximum Load Limits

    8-18 Driving tips required due to the additional load. (Refer to “Maintenance schedule under severe driving conditions” in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”.) Under no circumstances should a trailer be towed with a new vehicle or a vehicle with any new powertrain component (en- gine, transmission, differential, wheel bearings, etc.) for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of driving.
  • Page 263 Vehicle without cooling kit Conditions When towing a trailer without brakes. When towing a trailer with brakes. When towing a trailer on a long uphill grade con- tinuously for over 5 miles (8 km) with an outside temperature of 104°F (40°C) or above. Vehicle with cooling kit Conditions When towing a trailer without brakes.
  • Page 264 8-20 Driving tips cle. 800203 Certification label Gross Axle Weight (GAW) and Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) 800213 Gross Axle Weight The total weight applied to each axle (GAW) must never exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). The front and rear GAWs can be adjusted by relocating passengers and luggage inside the vehi- cle.

  • Page 265: Trailer Hitches

    Vehicle without cooling kit: 200 lbs (90 kg) Vehicle with cooling kit: 350 lbs (158 kg) 800215 1) Jack 2) Bathroom scale The tongue load can be weighed with a bathroom scale as shown in the following illustration. When weighing the tongue load, be sure to position the towing cou- pler at the height at which it would be dur- ing actual towing, using a jack as shown.
  • Page 266 8-22 Driving tips The use of a genuine SUBARU trailer hitch recommended. genuine SUBARU hitch is available from your SUBARU dealer. If use of a non-genuine hitch is unavoid- able, be sure the hitch is suited to your ve- hicle and trailer. Consult with a profes-...

  • Page 267: Trailer Towing Tips

    To ensure the trailer lights are connected properly, please consult your SUBARU dealer. Check for proper operation of the turn signals, the brake lights and parking lights each time you hitch up.
  • Page 268 If the ABS warning light illuminates while the vehicle is in motion, stop towing the trailer and have repairs performed im- mediately by the nearest SUBARU dealer. Driving on grades Before going down a steep hill, slow down and shift into lower gear (if neces-...
  • Page 269 heating of your vehicle’s brakes. Do not make sudden downshifts. When driving uphill in hot weather, the air conditioner may turn off automatically to protect the engine from overheating. When driving uphill in hot weather, pay attention to the water temperature gauge pointer and AT OIL TEMP warning light since the engine and transmission are rel- atively prone to overheating under these...

  • Page 271: In Case Of Emergency

    In case of emergency If you park your vehicle in an emergency ... Spare tire ... Removing the spare tire ... Re-storage of spare tire ... Temporary spare tire ... Flat tires ... Changing a flat tire ... Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) ... Jump starting ...

  • Page 272: If You Park Your Vehicle In An Emergency

    In case of emergency If you park your vehicle in an emergency 300504 The hazard warning flasher should be used in day or night to warn other drivers when you have to park your vehicle under emergency conditions. Avoid stopping on the road. It is best to safely pull off the road if a problem occurs.

  • Page 273: Removing The Spare Tire

    the “Temporary spare tire” section in this chapter for instructions and precautions. Removing the spare tire 1. Take the wheel nut wrench and exten- sion out of the tool bag. Refer to the “Main- tenance tools” section in this chapter. 900202 2.
  • Page 274 In case of emergency wise with the wheel nut wrench until the temporary spare tire is on the ground with enough cable slack to allow you to pull it out from under the vehicle. Be sure to remove (not simply keep it open) the subfloor storage lid before turning the wheel nut wrench, otherwise the lid may be...

  • Page 275: Re-Storage Of Spare Tire

    A full size flat tire should be stowed in the spare tire holder in an emergency only. After having the full-size flat tire repaired, im- mediately swap it with the tempo- rary spare tire. Never stow a full-size tire that is not flat in the spare tire holder.

  • Page 276: Temporary Spare Tire

    This indicates the tire pres- sure monitoring system (TPMS) is unable to monitor all four road wheels. Contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible for tire and sensor replacement and/or system resetting. Never use any temporary spare tire other than the original.

  • Page 277: Flat Tires

    Flat tires If you have a flat tire while driving, never brake suddenly; keep driving straight ahead while gradually reducing speed. Then slowly pull off the road to a safe place. Changing a flat tire Do not jack up the vehicle on an incline or a loose road surface.
  • Page 278 In case of emergency 900262 5 seater models 1) Jack handle 2) Jack 3) Spare tire 5. Take out the jack and jack handle. The jack and jack handle are stored under the floor of the cargo area. 6. Remove the spare tire. Refer to the sections “Spare tire”...
  • Page 279 head engages firmly into the jack-up point. 900215 10.Insert the jack handle into the jack- screw, and turn the handle until the tire clears the ground. Do not raise the vehicle higher than necessary. 11.Remove the wheel nuts and the flat tire.

  • Page 280: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)

    9-10 In case of emergency use your foot on the wheel nut wrench or a pipe extension on the wrench because you may exceed the specified torque. Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility. 900208 Do not use the extension when turn- ing the wheel nuts.

  • Page 281: Jump Starting

    Do not inject any tire liquid or aero- sol tire sealant into the tires, as this may cause a malfunction of the tire pressure sensors. If the light flashes, promptly contact a SUBARU dealer to have the sys- tem inspected. 9-11 In case of emergency Jump starting Battery fluid is SULFURIC ACID.

  • Page 282: How To Jump Start

    9-12 In case of emergency Whenever working on or around a battery, always wear suitable eye protectors, and remove metal ob- jects such as rings, bands or oth- er metal jewelry. Be sure the jumper cables and clamps on them do not have loose or missing insulation.
  • Page 283 9-13 In case of emergency 1) Connect one jumper cable to the pos- itive (+) terminal on the discharged bat- tery. 2) Connect the other end of the jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the booster battery. 3) Connect one end of the other cable to the negative (–) terminal of the booster battery.

  • Page 284: Engine Overheating

    9-14 In case of emergency 5. Start the engine of the vehicle with the booster battery and run it at moderate speed. Then start the engine of the vehi- cle that has the discharged battery. 6. When finished, carefully disconnect the cables in exactly the reverse order.

  • Page 285: Towing

    900217 If towing is necessary, it is best done by your SUBARU dealer or a commercial towing service. Observe the following pro- cedures for safety. Towing and tie-down hooks The towing hooks should be used only in an emergency (e.g., to free a stuck vehicle...
  • Page 286 9-16 In case of emergency 900219 3. Screw the towing hook into the thread hole until the threads can no longer be seen. 900220 4. Tighten the towing hook securely using a wheel nut wrench. After towing, remove the towing hook from the vehicle and stow it in the tool bag.

  • Page 287: Using A Flat-Bed Truck

    4. Tighten the towing hook securely using a wheel nut wrench. After towing, remove the towing hook from the vehicle and stow it in the tool bag. Put the thread hole cover on the rear bumper. Do not use the towing hook ex- cept when towing your vehicle.

  • Page 288: Towing With All Wheels On The Ground

    9-18 In case of emergency Towing with all wheels on the ground 900227 Never turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position while the ve- hicle is being towed because the steering wheel and the direction of the wheels will be locked. Remember that the brake booster and power steering do not func- tion when the engine is not run-...

  • Page 289: Maintenance Tools

    900263 3. Unlock the rear gate by moving the le- ver to the right. 4. Open the rear gate from outside by raising the rear gate handle. Maintenance tools 900230 Your vehicle is equipped with the following maintenance tools: Screwdriver Towing hook (eye bolt) Wheel nut wrench Extension...
  • Page 290 9-20 In case of emergency the cargo area. For how to use the jack, refer to the “Flat tires” section in this chapter.

  • Page 291: Appearance Care

    Appearance care Exterior care ... 10-2 Washing ... Waxing and polishing ... Cleaning aluminum wheels ... Corrosion protection ... 10-3 Most common causes of corrosion ... To help prevent corrosion ... Cleaning the interior ... 10-4 Seat fabric ... Leather seat materials ... Synthetic leather upholstery ...

  • Page 292: Exterior Care

    10-2 Appearance care Exterior care Washing When washing the vehicle, the brakes may get wet. As a result, the brake stopping distance will be longer. To dry the brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe speed while lightly pressing the brake pedal to heat up the brakes.

  • Page 293: Waxing And Polishing

    When in doubt, it is always best to contact your SUBARU dealer or an auto paint specialist. NOTE Be careful not to block the windshield washer nozzles with wax when waxing the vehicle.

  • Page 294: To Help Prevent Corrosion

    Use the cleaner according to its instructions. NOTE When cleaning the seat, do not use benzine, paint thinner, or any similar materials. Leather seat materials The leather used by SUBARU is a high...

  • Page 295: Synthetic Leather Upholstery

    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 297: Maintenance And Service

    Maintenance schedule ... Maintenance precautions ... Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment ... When you do checking or servicing in the engine compartment while the engine is running ... Engine hood ... Engine compartment overview ... Engine oil ... Checking the oil level ...
  • Page 298 Maintenance and service Windshield washer fluid ... 11-30 Replacement of wiper blades ... 11-31 Windshield wiper blade assembly ... 11-31 Windshield wiper blade rubber ... 11-32 Rear window wiper blade assembly ... 11-33 Rear window wiper blade rubber ... 11-33 Battery ...

  • Page 299: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance precautions When maintenance and service are re- quired, it is recommended that all work be done by an authorized SUBARU dealer. If you perform maintenance and service by yourself, you should familiarize your- self with the information provided in this section on general maintenance and ser- vice for your SUBARU.

  • Page 300: Before Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment

    NEVER use a circuit tester for these wiring. If your SRS airbag or seatbelt pre- tensioner needs service, consult your nearest SUBARU dealer. Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment Always stop the engine and set the parking brake firmly to pre- vent the vehicle from moving.
  • Page 301 B00301 3. Release the secondary hood release located under the front grille by moving the lever toward the left. 4. Lift up the hood. To close the hood: 1. Lower the hood to a point approximate- ly 20 in (50 cm) from the closed position and then give the hood a strong push down to make it drop.

  • Page 302: Engine Compartment Overview

    11-6 Maintenance and service Engine compartment overview 10 9 B00302 Air cleaner element (page 11-13) Power steering fluid reservoir (page 11-19) Differential gear oil level gauge (page 11-16) Automatic transmission fluid level gauge (page 11-15) Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-20) Fuse box (page 11-36) Battery (page 11-35) Windshield washer tank (page 11-30)

  • Page 303: Engine Oil

    Engine oil Checking the oil level Check the engine oil level at each fuel stop. 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and stop the engine. B00303 2. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and insert it again. 3.
  • Page 304 11-8 Maintenance and service B00305 4. Drain out the engine oil by removing the drain plug while the engine is still warm. The used oil should be drained into an appropriate container and disposed of properly. Be careful not to burn yourself with hot engine oil.

  • Page 305: Recommended Grade And Viscosity

    The following ta- ble lists the recommended viscosities and applicable temperatures. When adding oil, different brands may be used together as long as they are the same API classification and SAE viscosity as those recommended by SUBARU. – CONTINUED –...

  • Page 306: Recommended Grade And Viscosity Under Severe Driving Conditions

    –33°F (–36°C). For adding, use genuine SUBARU coolant or an equivalent: a mixture of 50% soft water and 50% ethylene-glycol ba- sis coolant. Use of improper cool- ants may result in corrosion in the cooling system.

  • Page 307: Hose And Connections

    Check the fuse and replace it if necessary. If the fuse is not blown, have the cooling system checked by your SUBARU dealer. If frequent addition of coolant is neces- sary, there may be a leak in the engine cooling system.
  • Page 308 1) Fill up to here 5. Slowly pour the coolant and fill up to just below the filler neck, allowing enough room to add genuine Subaru cooling sys- tem conditioner in the radiator. Add genu- ine Subaru cooling system conditioner un- til the coolant level reaches the filler neck.

  • Page 309: Air Cleaner Element

    Replacing the air cleaner ele- ment Replace the air cleaner element according to the maintenance schedule in the “War- ranty and Maintenance Booklet”. Under extremely dusty conditions, replace it more frequently. It is recommended that you always use genuine SUBARU parts. – CONTINUED –...

  • Page 310: Spark Plugs

    It may be difficult to replace the spark plugs. It is recommended that you have spark plugs replaced SUBARU dealer. The spark plugs should be replaced ac- cording to the maintenance schedule in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. Recommended spark plugs...

  • Page 311: Drive Belts

    However, replacement of the belt should be done according to the maintenance schedule in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. Consult your SUBARU dealer for replacement. If a belt is loose, cracked, or worn, contact your SUBARU dealer. Automatic transmission fluid...

  • Page 312: Recommended Fluid

    Recommended fluid Use one of the following types of automat- ic transmission fluid. Genuine Subaru Automatic Transmis- sion Fluid Type-HP IDEMITSU ATF HP Castrol Transmax J Pennzoil ATF-J* * Available only in the USA (except...

  • Page 313: Recommended Grade And Viscosity

    B00318 1) Upper level 2) Lower level 3. Pull out the dipstick again and check the oil level on it. If it is below the lower level, add oil to bring the level up to the up- per level. Be careful not to spill front differen- tial gear oil when adding it.

  • Page 314: Recommended Grade And Viscosity

    If the vehicle requires frequent re- filling, there may be an oil leak. If you suspect a problem, have the vehicle checked at your SUBARU dealer. Recommended grade and viscosity Each oil manufacturer has its own base oils and additives.

  • Page 315: Power Steering Fluid

    “MIN” and “MAX” line. 11-19 Maintenance and service If the fluid level is extreme low, it may indi- cate possible leakage. Consult your SUBARU dealer for inspection. Recommended fluid “Dexron III” Type Automatic Transmis- sion Fluid...

  • Page 316: Brake Fluid

    If the vehicle requires frequent re- filling, there may be a leak. If you suspect a problem, have the vehi- cle checked at your SUBARU dealer. Never use different brands of brake fluid together. Also, avoid mixing DOT 3 and DOT 4 brake flu- ids even if they are of the same brand.

  • Page 317: Specifications

    2 lbs (10 N, 1 kg). If the free play is not within proper specifi- cation, contact your SUBARU dealer. 11-21 Maintenance and service Checking the brake pedal re-...

  • Page 318: Replacement Of Brake Pad And Lining

    If you hear this scraping noise each time you apply the brake pedal, have the brake pads serviced by your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings When replacing the brake pad or lining, use only genuine SUBARU parts.

  • Page 319: Parking Brake Stroke

    (approximately 67 lbs, 300 N, 30 kg). If the parking brake pedal stroke is not within the specified range, have the brake system checked and adjusted at your SUBARU dealer. Tires and wheels Types of tires You should be familiar with type of tires present on your vehicle.
  • Page 320 In this event, go to a SUBARU dealer to have the system inspected as soon as possible. While the vehicle is driven, friction be- tween tires and the road surface causes the tires to warm up.

  • Page 321: Tire Inspection

    This in- dicates the TPMS is unable to moni- tor all four road wheels. Contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible for tire and sensor replace- ment and/or system resetting. If the light flashes, promptly contact a SUBARU dealer to have the system inspected.
  • Page 322 11-26 Maintenance and service NOTE The air pressure in a tire increases by approximately 4.3 psi (30 kPa, 0.3 kgf/cm ) when the tire becomes warm. The tires are considered cold when the vehicle has been parked for at least three hours or has been driven less than one mile (1.6 km).

  • Page 323: Wheel Balance

    Loss of correct wheel alignment* caus- es the tires to wear on one side and re- duces the vehicle’s running stability. Contact your SUBARU dealer if you no- tice abnormal tire wear. *: The suspension system is designed to hold...

  • Page 324: Tire Rotation

    (tread pattern), con- struction, and size. You are advised to re- place the tires with new ones that are identical to those fitted as standard equip- ment. For safe vehicle operation, SUBARU rec- ommends replacing all four tires at the same time.

  • Page 325: Wheel Replacement

    Be sure to fit tire chains on uniformly and completely around the tire, otherwise the chains may scratch the wheel. When wheel nuts, balance weights, or the center cap is replaced, be sure to re- place them with genuine SUBARU parts designed for aluminum wheels.

  • Page 326: Windshield Washer Fluid

    In areas where water freezes in winter, use an anti-freeze type windshield washer fluid. SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid contains 58.5% methyl alcohol and 41.5% surfactant, by volume. Its freezing temper- ature varies according to how much it is di- luted, as indicated in the following table.

  • Page 327: Replacement Of Wiper Blades

    If you cannot eliminate the streaking even after following this method, replace the wiper blades using the following proce- dures. Be sure to use genuine SUBARU wiper blade rubbers as replacements. Windshield wiper blade as- sembly 1.

  • Page 328: Windshield Wiper Blade Rubber

    11-32 Maintenance and service 2. While pressing the wiper blade stop- per, slide the wiper blade assembly down- ward. 3. Remove the wiper blade assembly from the wiper arm. 4. Put the wiper blade assembly on the wiper arm and slide it upward while press- ing the wiper blade stopper.

  • Page 329: Rear Window Wiper Blade Assembly

    B00398 3. Align the claws of the metal support with the grooves in the rubber and slide the blade rubber assembly into the metal support until it locks. B00399 1) Stopper 4. Be sure to position the claws at the end of the metal support between the stoppers on the rubber as shown.
  • Page 330 11-34 Maintenance and service 1. Pull out the end of the blade rubber as- sembly to unlock it from the plastic sup- port. B00064 2. Pull the blade rubber assembly out of the plastic support. B00333 1) Metal spines 3. If the new blade rubber is not provided with two metal spines, remove the metal spines from the old blade rubber and in- stall them in the new blade rubber.

  • Page 331: Battery

    Battery Before beginning work on or near any battery, be sure to extinguish all cigarettes, matches, and light- ers. Never expose a battery to an open flame or electric sparks. Bat- teries give off a gas which is high- ly flammable and explosive. For safety, in case an explosion does occur, wear eye protection or shield your eyes when working...

  • Page 332: Fuses

    11-36 Maintenance and service Fuses Never replace a fuse with one hav- ing a higher rating or with material other than a fuse because serious damage or a fire could result. B00334 The fuses are designed to melt during an overload to prevent damage to the wiring harness and electrical equipment.

  • Page 333: Main Fuse

    6. If the same fuse blows again, this indi- cates that its system has a problem. Con- tact your SUBARU dealer for repairs. 11-37 Maintenance and service Main fuse...

  • Page 334: Installation Of Accessories

    11-38 Maintenance and service Installation of accessories Always consult your SUBARU dealer be- fore installing fog lights or any other elec- trical equipment in your vehicle. Such ac- cessories may cause the electronic sys- tem to malfunction if they are incorrectly installed or if they are not suited for the ve- hicle.

  • Page 335: Replacing Bulbs

    11-39 Maintenance and service Replacing bulbs B00339 – CONTINUED –...

  • Page 336: Headlight

    NOTE If headlight aiming is required, con- sult your SUBARU dealer for proper adjustment of the headlight aim. It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. Have your SUBARU dealer re-...

  • Page 337: Parking Light

    Low beam light bulbs B00340 1. Remove the bulb cover, by turning it counterclockwise. B00341 2. Disconnect the electrical connector. 3. Remove the retainer spring. 4. Replace the bulb, then set the retainer spring securely. 5. Reconnect the electrical connector. 6.

  • Page 338: Front Turn Signal Light

    4. Install the headlight assembly and the front grille in the reverse order of removal. Front fog light It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. Have your SUBARU dealer replace the bulbs if necessary. Rear combination lights B00347 1. Remove the two covers by inserting the tip of a flat-head screwdriver.

  • Page 339: Backup Light/Tail Light

    B00349 1) Brake/tail light 2) Rear turn signal light 3. Remove the bulb holder from the rear combination light assembly by turning it counterclockwise. 4. Remove the bulb from the socket by pushing it and turning counterclockwise. Install a new bulb. 5.

  • Page 340: License Plate Light

    11-44 Maintenance and service B00352 2. Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket and replace it with a new one. 3. Install the rear gate light assembly on the rear gate. License plate light B00353 1. Remove the mounting screws using a Phillips screwdriver.

  • Page 341: Map Light

    3. Install a new bulb. 4. Reinstall the lens. Door step light It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. Have your SUBARU dealer replace the bulbs if necessary. – CONTINUED – 11-45 700084...

  • Page 342: Cargo Area Light

    11-46 Maintenance and service Cargo area light 700078 1. Remove the cargo area light assembly by prying the edge of the light with a flat- head screwdriver. 2. Remove the lens from the cargo area light assembly. 700079 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Install a new bulb.

  • Page 343: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications ... 12-2 Dimensions ... Engine ... Electrical system ... Capacities ... Tires ... Wheel alignment ... Fuses and circuits ... 12-5 Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment ... Fuse panel located in the engine compartment ... Bulb chart ... 12-8 Vehicle identification ...

  • Page 344: Specifications

    12-2 Specifications Specifications These specifications are subject to change without notice. Dimensions Overall length Overall width Overall height Wheel base Tread Front Rear Ground clearance Engine Engine model Engine type Displacement cc (cu-in) Bore × Stroke in (mm) Compression ratio Firing order EZ30D (3.0-liter, DOHC, non-turbo)

  • Page 345: Specifications

    Electrical system Battery type and capacity (5HR) Alternator Spark plugs Capacities Fuel tank Engine oil Transmission fluid AT differential gear oil Rear differential gear oil Power steering fluid Engine coolant Tires Tire size Wheel size Pressure Front Rear Rear at trailer towing Temporary spare tire Size Pressure...

  • Page 346: Wheel Alignment

    12-4 Specifications Wheel alignment Front Rear Camber Front Rear 0 in (0 mm) 0.0787 in (2 mm) 0°00’ –0°31’...

  • Page 347: Fuses And Circuits

    Fuses and circuits Fuse panel located in the passenger compart- ment Fuse panel C00004 Specifications Fuse rating Circuit Trailer hitch connector Empty Door locking 7.5A Front wiper deicer relay Moonroof 7.5A Combination meter 7.5A Remote control rear view mirrors Seat heater relay Combination meter Integrated unit Stop light...
  • Page 348 12-6 Specifications Fuse panel Fuse rating Position light Tail light Rear combination light Console socket Illumination Seat heaters Backup light 7.5A Headlight right side relay Empty 7.5A Starter relay Air conditioner Rear window defogger relay coil Rear wiper Rear window washer Audio unit SRS airbag system (Main) 7.5A...

  • Page 349: Fuse Panel Located In The Engine Compartment

    Fuse panel located in the engine compartment 9 10 11 13 A) Main fuse Fuse panel Fuse rating 7.5A 7.5A C00100 12-7 Specifications Circuit Vehicle dynamics control unit Main fan Main fan Headlight (right side) Headlight (left side) Backup Horn Rear window defogger Fuel pump Automatic transmission control unit...

  • Page 350: Bulb Chart

    12-8 Specifications Bulb chart Description Wattage Headlight Low beam 12V-55W High beam 12V-65W Fog light 12V-55W Front turn signal/Park- 12V-27/8W ing light Parking/Front side 12V-5W marker light Rear combination light Rear turn signal 12V-21W light Brake/tail 12V-21/5W Tail light 12V-3.8W Backup light 12V-16W License plate light...

  • Page 351: Vehicle Identification

    Vehicle identification C00110 12-9 Specifications Vehicle identification number Certification and bar code label Tire inflation pressure label Vehicle identification number plate Model number plate Emission control label Fuel label...

  • Page 353: Consumer Information And Reporting Safety Defects

    Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Tire information ... 13-2 Tire labeling ... Recommended tire inflation pressure ... Glossary of tire terminology ... Tire care – maintenance and safety practices ... Vehicle load limit – how to determine ... Determining compatibility of tire and vehicle load capacities ...

  • Page 354: Index

    13-2 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects For U.S.A. Consumer information and Reporting safety defects The following information has been com- piled according to Code of Federal Regu- lations “Title 49, Part 575”. Tire information Tire labeling Many markings (e.g. Tire size, Tire Identification Number or TIN) are placed on the sidewall of a tire by tire manufacturers.
  • Page 355 which specifies the maximum load a tire can carry at the speed indicated by its speed symbol, at maximum in- flation pressure. For example, “104” means 1,984 lbs (900 kg), “100” means 1,764 lbs (800 kg), “90” means 1,323 lbs (600 kg) Load indices apply only to the tire, not to the vehicle.
  • Page 356 13-4 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Maximum load rating applies only to the tire, not to the vehi- cle. Putting a load rated tire on any vehicle does not mean the vehicle can be loaded up to the tire’s rated load. Construction type Applicable construction of this tire.

  • Page 357: Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure

    Recommended tire inflation pressure Recommended cold tire inflation pressure Recommended cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle’s tires is as follows, Tire size Wheel size Pressure Front Rear Rear at trailer towing Temporary spare tire Size Pressure Consumer information and Reporting safety defects P255/55R18 104H 18 ×...

  • Page 358: Glossary Of Tire Terminology

    13-6 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Vehicle placard B00326 The vehicle placard is affixed to the driver’s side B-pillar. Example: SEATING CAPACITY:TOTAL 7 FRONT 2:REAR 5 The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 525kg or 1157lbs. ORIGINAL TIRE SIZE 230kPa,33PSI P255/55R18...

  • Page 359: Tire Care - Maintenance And Safety Practices

    asymmetrical tire that has a particu- lar side that must always face out- ward when mounting on a vehicle. Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced) of floor mats, leather seats and cross bars to the extent that these items are available as factory-in- stalled equipment (whether installed or not).

  • Page 360: Vehicle Load Limit - How To Determine

    13-8 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Vehicle load limit – how to de- termine The load capacity of your vehicle is determined by weight, not by avail- able cargo space. The load limit of your vehicle is shown on the vehicle placard attached to the driver’s side B-pillar.
  • Page 361 Example 1B D00102 For example, if a person weighing 176 lbs (80 kg) now enters the same vehi- cle (bringing the number of occupants to two), the calculations are as fol- lows: 1. Calculate the total weight. Total weight = 154 lbs (70 kg) + 176 lbs (80 kg) (Occupant) + 882 lbs (400 kg) (Cargo)

  • Page 362: Determining Compatibility Of Tire And Vehicle Load Capacities

    13-10 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Available Load Capacity – 1,157 lbs 1,069 lbs (525 kg) (485 kg) (Vehicle (Total weight) capacity weight) = 88 lbs (40 kg) 3. The result of step 2 shows that a further 88 lbs (40 kg) of cargo can be carried.

  • Page 363: Adverse Safety Consequences Of Overloading On Handling And Stopping And On Tires

    maximum loaded capacity is referred Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). The GVWR and each axle’s GAWR are shown on the vehicle cer- tification label affixed to the driver’s door. The GVWR and front and rear GAWRs are determined by not only the maximum load rating of tires but also loaded capacities of the vehicle’s suspension, axles and other parts of...

  • Page 364: Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards

    13-12 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Uniform tire quality grading standards This information indicates the relative performance of passenger car tires in the area of treadwear, traction, and temperature resistance. This is to aid the consumer in making an informed choice in the purchase of tires.

  • Page 365: Reporting Safety Defects (Usa)

    However, NHTSA can- not become involved in individual problems between you, your deal- er, or Subaru of America, Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll- free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366- 0123 in the Washington D.C.

  • Page 367: Index

    Index...
  • Page 368 14-2 Index ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ... 7-16 Warning light ... 3-15, 7-17 Accessories ... 11-38 Accessory power outlet ... 6-8 Active head restraint ... 1-5 Air cleaner element ... 11-13 Air filtration system ... 4-11 Air flow ... 4-2 Alarm system ...
  • Page 369 CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp ... 3-12 Checking Brake pedal free play ... 11-21 Brake pedal reserve distance ... 11-21 Engine oil level ... 11-7 Fluid level ... 11-15, 11-19, 11-20 Gear oil level ... 11-17 Child restraint systems ... 1-30 Installation with seatbelt ...
  • Page 370 14-4 Index Stopping ... 7-8 Exterior care ... 10-2 Flat tires ... 9-7 Floor mat ... 6-11 Fluid level Automatic transmission ... 11-15 Brake ... 11-20 Power steering ... 11-19 Front Differential gear oil ... 11-16 Fog light ... 11-42 Fog light switch ...
  • Page 371 Jack and jack handle ... 9-19 Jump starting ... 9-11 Keyless entry system ... 2-8 Number ... 2-2 Reminder chime ... 3-4 Keys ... 2-2 Leather seat materials ... 10-4 Light Cargo area ... 6-2 Control switch ... 3-26 Dome ... 6-2 Map ...
  • Page 372 14-6 Index Power Door locking switches ... 2-6 Seat ... 1-3 Steering fluid ... 11-19 Windows ... 2-19 Precautions against vehicle modification ... 1-29, 1-68 Preparing to drive ... 7-6 Printed antenna ... 5-2 Rear Air conditioner ... 4-9 Combination lights ... 11-42 Differential gear oil ...
  • Page 373 Position indicator ... 3-20 Shift lock release ... 7-14 Snow tires ... 8-10 Sounding a panic alarm ... 2-10 Spare tire ... 9-2 Spark plugs ... 11-14 Specifications ... 12-2 Speedometer ... 3-6 Curtain airbag ... 1-59 Frontal airbag ... 1-51 Side airbag ...
  • Page 374 14-8 Index Valet mode ... 2-17 Vanity mirror ... 6-4 Vehicle Capacity weight ... 8-12 Identification ... 12-9 Vehicle Dynamics Control Operation indicator light ... 3-18 System ... 7-19 Warning light ... 3-18 Ventilator ... 4-2 Warning and indicator lights ... 3-9 Warning lights ABS ...
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  • Page 376: Gas Station Reference

    Fuel: Use premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 AKI or higher. For temporary purposes if premium unleaded gasoline is not available, you may use regular unleaded gasoline with an oc- tane rating of 87 AKI or higher. For optimum engine performance and driveability, it is recommended that you use premium grade unleaded gasoline.

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