Page 1 Please leave this manual in the vehicle at the time of resale. The next owner will need the information found herein. SUBARU CORPORATION, TOKYO, JAPAN “SUBARU” and the six-star cluster design are registered trademarks of SUBARU CORPORATION. Copyright 2021 SUBARU CORPORATION...
Page 3 This manual describes the following vehicle types.
Page 5 & Using your Owner’s Manual All SUBARU vehicles distributed by of coverage and exclusions, is in the Subaru of America, Inc. and sold at retail “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. Before you operate your vehicle, carefully by an authorized SUBARU dealer in the Read these warranties carefully.
Page 6 This is an alphabetical listing of all that’s in of how to use your SUBARU vehicle safely. Chapter 7: Starting and operating this manual. You can use it to quickly find...
Page 7 Research octane number not”, “Do not do this”, or “Do not let this Blind Spot Detection/Rear BSD/RCTA happen”, depending upon the context. Cross Traffic Alert SI-DRIVE SUBARU Intelligent Drive Continuously variable trans- Steering Responsive Head- mission light C.DIFF/ Driver’s control center differ-...
Page 8 Vehicle symbols Safety precautions when . The SRS airbags deploy with considerable speed and force. driving Occupants who are out of proper These are some of the symbols you may position when the SRS airbag & Seatbelt and SRS airbag see on your vehicle.
Page 9 & Child safety with considerable speed and themselves or others through force and can injure or even kill inadvertent operation of the ve- hicle. Also, on hot or sunny days, children, especially if they are not WARNING restrained or improperly re- temperature in a closed vehicle .
Page 10 & Engine exhaust gas (carbon sumed too much alcohol to drive safely vehicle, have the problem even if the level of alcohol in your blood is monoxide) checked and corrected as soon below the legal limit. The safest thing you as possible.
Page 11 WARNING not to take illegal drugs in the first place condition is eligible for repair under and to seek treatment if you are addicted Do not remove the SUBARU genuine warranty. to those drugs. navigation and/or audio system. If the SUBARU genuine navigation &...
Page 12 For detailed the road and stop it in a safe place. consult your SUBARU dealer for information, refer to “Tires and wheels” details on the proper location. F11-29.
Page 13 & Event data recorder combine the EDR data with the type of General information personally identifying data routinely ac- This vehicle is equipped with an event data quired during a crash investigation. & California Perchlorate Advi- recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an sory EDR is to record, in certain crash or near To read data recorded by an EDR, special...
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Page 15: 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 16 Engine hood (page 11-9) Illustrated index Front wipers (page 3-74) Headlights (page 3-65) & Exterior Replacing bulbs (page 11-44) Moonroof (page 2-38) Door locks (page 2-4) Outside mirrors (page 3-86) Tire pressure (page 11-32) Flat tires (page 9-4) 10) Snow tires (page 8-9) 11) Fog light (page 3-73) 12) Tie-down hooks (page 9-13) 13) Towing hook (page 9-13)
Page 17 Rear window defogger (page 3-86) Fuel filler lid and cap (page 7-5) Child safety locks (page 2-31) Tie-down hole (page 9-13) Replacing bulbs (page 11-44) Trunk lid (page 2-35) Towing hook (page 9-13) – CONTINUED –...
Page 18 & Interior system (page 1-31) Seatbelts (page 1-12) ! Passenger compartment area Buttons for SUBARU STARLINK Front seats (page 1-2) Rear seats (page 1-8) NOTE For models with SUBARU STARLINK: Refer to the Owner’s Manual supple- ment for SUBARU STARLINK.
Page 19 Center console (page 6-5) (STI) Seat heater switches (if equipped) (page 1-7) Cup holder (page 6-6) Parking brake lever (page 7-42) Power window switches (page 2-31) Door locks (page 2-4) Remote control mirror switch (page 3-86) Glove box (page 6-5) Front power supply socket (page 6-8) 10) Shift lever (page 7-16) 11) SI-DRIVE switches (page 7-28)
Page 20 Center console (page 6-5) (Except STI) (models without the EyeSight system) Seat heater switches (if equipped) (page 1-7) Cup holder (page 6-6) Parking brake lever (page 7-42) Power window switches (page 2-31) Door locks (page 2-4) Remote control mirror switch (page 3-86) Glove box (page 6-5) Front power supply socket (page 6-8) 10) Shift lever (MT) (page 7-16)/Select lever...
Page 21 Center console (page 6-5) (Except STI) (models with the EyeSight system) Seat heater switches (if equipped) (page 1-7) Cup holder (page 6-6) Parking brake switch (page 7-42) Power window switches (page 2-31) Door locks (page 2-4) Remote control mirror switch (page 3-86) Glove box (page 6-5) Front power supply socket (page 6-8) 10) Select lever (page 7-24)
Page 22 Illumination brightness control dial (page & Instrument panel 3-72) Trunk opener switch (page 2-35) Combination meter (page 3-8) Multi-function display (color LCD) (page 3-44) Hazard warning flasher switch (page 3-8) Multi-function display (color LCD) control switches (page 3-44)/View switch (page 6-15) (if equipped) Audio* Climate control (page 4-1)
Page 23 Audio control buttons* & Steering wheel Cruise control (page 7-53) Shift paddle (CVT models) (page 7-25) Hands-free switches*/Voice command system* Combination meter display (color LCD) control switches (page 3-37) SRS airbag (page 1-35) Horn (page 3-88) SI-DRIVE switches (if equipped) (page 7- *: For details about how to use the switches, refer to the separate navigation/audio Owner’s Manual.
Page 24 Windshield wiper (page 3-74) & Light control and wiper control levers/switches Mist (page 3-75) Windshield washer (page 3-76) Wiper intermittent time control switch (page 3-76) Wiper control lever (page 3-75) Light control switch (page 3-65) Fog light switch (if equipped) (page 3-73) Headlight ON/OFF/AUTO (page 3-65) Headlight flasher High/Low beam change (page 3-67)
Page 25 Tachometer (page 3-10) & Combination meter Combination meter display (color LCD) (page 3-37) ! U.S.-spec. models Select lever/gear position indicator (page 3-34) Speedometer (page 3-9) Trip knob (page 3-9) Fuel gauge (page 3-10) Trip meter and odometer (page 3-9) Temperature gauge (page 3-11) The illustration above is a typical example.
Page 26 Tachometer (page 3-10) ! Except U.S.-spec. models Combination meter display (color LCD) (page 3-37) Select lever/gear position indicator (page 3-34) Speedometer (page 3-9) Trip knob (page 3-9) Fuel gauge (page 3-10) Trip meter and odometer (page 3-9) Temperature gauge (page 3-11) The illustration above is a typical example.
Page 27 & Warning and indicator lights Mark Name Page Mark Name Page Rear differential oil Auto Vehicle Hold op- temperature warning 3-18 eration indicator light Mark Name Page light (STI) (models with electro- 3-24 nic parking brake Seatbelt warning light 3-14 system) ABS warning light 3-20...
Page 28 Mark Name Page Mark Name Page Mark Name Page Sport Sharp (S#) Access key warning RAB warning indica- 3-28 3-37 mode indicator (if 3-34 light (if equipped) tor (if equipped) equipped) RAB OFF indicator (if Shift-up indicator 3-37 Security indicator light 3-33 3-34 equipped)
Page 29 Function settings & Function settings and adjustments on the multi-function display (color LCD) Setting adjustments to the following items can be manually changed within the multi-function display (color LCD) to meet your personal requirements. Factory default Item Function Available settings Page setting Hazard warning flasher...
Page 30 Audible signal Operation/Non-operation Operation & Function settings and adjustments performed by a dealer A SUBARU dealer can change the setting adjustments of the following items to meet your personal requirements. Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer for details. Factory default Item...
Page 31 Factory default Item Function Available settings Page setting Sensitivity of the operation of the auto dimmer Auto dimmer cancel OFF/Min/Low/Mid/Hi/Max Mid 3-73 cancel High beam assist function (models High beam assist function Operation/Non-operation Operation 3-67 with the EyeSight system) One-touch lane changer Operation of the one-touch lane changer Operation/Non-operation Operation...
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Page 33 1-40 Driver’s seatbelt............ 1-17 Components ............1-43 Front passenger’s seatbelt ........1-18 SUBARU advanced frontal airbag system....1-45 Components that will operate with the seatbelt SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag ....1-55 pretensioner(s) simultaneously ......1-19 SRS airbag system monitors.........
Page 34: Front Seats
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats Front seats sliding up over the abdomen will increase, and both can result in serious injury or death. WARNING . The SRS airbags deploy with considerable speed and force. . Never adjust the seat while driv- Occupants who are not sitting ing, as personal injury or loss of back and upright when the SRS...
Page 35 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats for the child’s age, height and weight. Secure ALL types of child restraint devices (including forward facing child seat) in the REAR seats at all times. NEVER INSTALL A 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...
Page 36: Manual Seat
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats & Manual seat ! Reclining the seatback ! Seat cushion height adjustment (driver’s seat) ! Forward and backward adjustment 1. Pull up the reclining lever, adjust the When the lever is pushed down, the seat seatback to the desired position, and then is lowered.
Page 37: Power Seat (Driver's Seat - If Equipped)
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats justment of the seat, you cannot adjust & Power seat (driver’s seat – if ing as intended. Therefore, when the seat cushion angle or seat cushion equipped) you remove the head restraints, height. you must reinstall all head re- Seat cushion angle control switch straints correctly to protect vehi- To adjust the seat cushion angle, pull up...
Page 38 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats ble in the following ways. the release button to lower the head ! Head restraint angle adjustment restraint. ! Head restraint height adjustment It is possible to adjust the angle of the head Adjust each head restraint so that the restraint in several steps.
Page 39: Seat Heater (If Equipped)
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seat heater Seat heater (if equipped) The front seats are equipped with a seat heater. The seat heater operates when the ignition switch is either in the “ACC” or “ON” position. CAUTION . People with delicate skin may suffer slight burns even at low temperatures if they use the seat Type A...
Page 40: Rear Seats
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Rear seats Rear seats risk of serious neck injury in the event that the vehicle is struck from the rear. Therefore, when you have removed the head re- straints, you must reinstall all head restraints to protect vehicle occupants.
Page 41: Folding Down The Rear Seatback
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Rear seats To remove: To lower: While pressing the release button, pull out Push the head restraint down while press- the head restraint. ing the release button on the top of the seatback. To install: To remove: Install the head restraint into the holes that are located on the top of the seatback until While pressing the release button, pull out...
Page 42 1-10 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Rear seats down. . Never allow passengers to ride on the folded rear seatback or in the trunk. Doing so may result in serious injury or death. . Secure all objects and especially long items properly to prevent them from being thrown around inside the vehicle and causing serious injury during a sudden...
Page 43: Armrest
1-11 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Rear seats & Armrest CAUTION Do not hang luggage etc. on the securing hook. The possibility ex- ists that the seatback may not be able to be fixed firmly in place. This could lead to unexpected accidents. 1.
Page 44: Seatbelts
1-12 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts Seatbelts if damage is not obvious. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly . Place children in the rear seat & Seatbelt safety tips restrained in the rear seating properly restrained at all times. positions than in the front seating The SRS airbag deploys with positions.
Page 45: Emergency Locking Retractor (Elr)
1-13 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts shoulder belt fit. Take care to securely & Emergency Locking Retrac- retracted fully, the ALR mode is released. place the lap belt as low as possible on the tor (ELR) When securing a child restraint system on hips and not on the child’s waist.
Page 46 1-14 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts sion, this spreads the force of the ! Front seatbelts lap belt over stronger hip bones 1. Adjust the seat position according to instead of across the weaker the following procedure. abdomen. Driver’s seat: Adjust the seatback to the .
Page 47 1-15 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts ! Adjusting the front seat shoulder WARNING belt anchor height When wearing the seatbelts, make sure the shoulder portion of the webbing does not pass over your neck. If it does, adjust the seatbelt anchor to a lower position.
Page 48 1-16 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts Before closing the door, make sure that the ! Unfastening the seatbelt NOTE belts are retracted properly to avoid The center seatbelt buckle is marked as catching the belt webbing in the door. “CENTER”. ! Rear seatbelts 1.
Page 49: Seatbelt Maintenance
Never bleach pretensioner. collision damage or for other or dye the belts because this could . Driver’s seatbelt reasons, consult your SUBARU seriously affect their strength. . Front passenger’s seatbelt dealer. Inspect the seatbelts and attachments...
Page 50: Front Passenger's Seatbelt
1-18 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seatbelt pretensioners . SRS frontal airbag sensor & Front passenger’s seatbelt . Side impact sensor (front door impact sensor) . Rollover sensor If the sensor detects a certain predeter- mined amount of force during frontal or side collisions or rollover accidents, the front seatbelt is quickly drawn back in by the retractor to take up the slack so that the...
Page 51: Components That Will Operate With The Seatbelt Pretensioner(S) Simultaneously
1-19 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seatbelt pretensioners & Components that will operate with the seatbelt pretensioner(s) simultaneously Cases Frontal collision Side collision Rollover accident Offset frontal collision Other frontal collision Components Seatbelt pretensioner for driver *2*3 Shoulder belt pretensioner for front passenger *3*4 Lap belt pretensioner for front passenger For driver...
Page 52: Safety Tips
. Curtain airbag sensors: on both or activation of the pretensioner, contact dealer. rear wheel houses your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. . Tampering with or disconnecting . SRS airbag control module (in- . If the front seatbelt retractor assembly the system’s wiring could result...
Page 53: Precautions Against Vehicle Modification
Child restraint systems are not properly secured in the vehicle. modification & Safety precautions When installing the child restraint system, Always consult your SUBARU dealer if you carefully follow the manufacturer’s instruc- want to install any accessory parts to your tions. vehicle.
Page 54: Safety Tips For Installing Child Restraint Systems
1-22 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems while the vehicle is moving. The seat. Unrestrained children will be WARNING passenger cannot protect the child thrown forward during sudden stop from injury in a collision, because or in an accident and can be injured .
Page 55: Where To Place A Child Restraint System
The following are SUBARU’s recommen- weather; they could burn a small dations on where to place a child restraint child. Check the child restraint system in your vehicle.
Page 56 1-24 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems system. tions permit and specify using anchors as According to accident statistics, far apart as those in this vehicle. children are safer when properly . Automatic Locking Retractor/Emer- gency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR) seat- If a child restraint system is not correctly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating...
Page 57: Choosing A Child Restraint System
1-25 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems & Choosing a child restraint & Installing child restraint sys- WARNING system tems with ALR/ELR seatbelt . S I N C E Y O U R V E H I C L E I S CAUTION EQUIPPED WITH A PASSEN- GER’S SRS AIRBAG, NEVER IN-...
Page 58 1-26 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems 1. Move the seatback back and forth to ! Installing a rearward facing child confirm that it is securely locked into place. restraint system – Check that the red colored unlock- ing marker which is attached to the WARNING bottom of the lock release knob is .
Page 59 1-27 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems ! Installing forward facing child re- straint system WARNING . NEVER INSTALL A CHILD RE- STRAINT SYSTEM IN THE FRONT PASSENGER’S SEAT. DOING SO RISKS SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD BY PLA- CING THE CHILD’S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG.
Page 60 1-28 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems WARNING When you intend to install a child restraint system in the rear center seating position, if the child restraint system does not fit snugly against the contours of the rear center seat cushion, install the child restraint system in the window-side seating position to be safe.
Page 61 1-29 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems 9. Before having a child sit in the child 11. Latch the top tether hook onto the 12. To remove the child restraint system, restraint system, try to move it back and tether anchorage that is located behind the press the release button on the seatbelt forth and right and left to check if it is firmly...
Page 62: Installing A Booster Seat Or Booster Cushion
1-30 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems & Installing a booster seat or 1. Adjust the head restraint as follows. For booster cushion: booster cushion For booster seat: (1) Raise the head restraint to the extended position. Do not remove the Booster seat (1) Remove the head restraint from head restraint.
Page 63: Installation Of Child Restraint Systems By Use Of Lower And Tether Anchorages (Latch)
1-31 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems rear seating position and sit the child on it. & Installation of child restraint WARNING The child should sit well back on the systems by use of lower and booster seat/cushion. . Never use a belt that is twisted or tether anchorages (LATCH) 3.
Page 64 1-32 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems ! Lower anchorages ! Tether anchorages Your vehicle is equipped with four lower anchorages (bars) and three upper an- The tether anchorages (upper an- chorages (tether anchorages) for accom- WARNING chorages) are provided at the locations modating such child restraint systems.
Page 65 1-33 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems serious injury or death could result. den stop or a sharp turn. 1. Move the seatback back and forth to confirm that it is securely locked into place. – Check that the red colored unlock- ing marker which is attached to the bottom of the lock release knob is invisible.
Page 66: Top Tether Anchorages
If you have any question concerning this tether anchorage that is located on the rear type of child restraint system, ask your shelf and tighten the top tether firmly. For SUBARU dealer. additional instructions, refer to “Top tether anchorages” F1-34.
Page 67: Srs Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
“Front seatbelt pre- 2. Tighten the top tether securely. tensioners” F1-17. For left seat Please contact your SUBARU dealer if you For center seat For right seat have any question regarding the installa- tion of a child restraint system.
Page 68: General Precautions Regarding Srs Airbag System
1-36 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) & General precautions regard- important to wear a seatbelt to should move the seat as far back as ing SRS airbag system help avoid injuries that can result possible and sit upright and well when an occupant is not seated back in the seat.
Page 69 1-37 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) . Since your vehicle is equipped an occupant may suffer minor propelled inside the vehicle, with SRS curtain airbags, do not injury, such as abrasions and causing injury. sit or lean close to the front or bruises to the face or arms, rear door on either side.
Page 70: General Precautions Regarding Srs Airbag System For Accessories And Any Objects
1-38 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) . If the SRS airbag deploys, fuel deploys, those objects could in- supply will be cut off to reduce the risk terfere with its proper operation of fire caused by leaking fuel. For and could be propelled inside the details about restarting of the engine, vehicle, causing injury.
Page 71 1-39 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) WARNING WARNING Do not attach accessories to the . Do not attach accessories to the windshield, or fit an extra-wide mir- door trim or near either SRS side ror over the inside rear view mirror. If airbags and do not place objects the SRS airbag deploys, those ob- near the SRS side airbags.
Page 72: General Precautions Regarding Srs Airbag System For Children
The SRS . Do not install a seat cover unless airbag deploys with considerable it is a genuine SUBARU seat speed and force and can injure or cover exclusively designed for even kill children, especially if they use with the SRS airbag.
Page 73 1-41 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) seat. . Never hold a child on your lap or in your arms. Since the SRS airbag deploys with considerable force, it can injure or even kill a child. WARNING NEVER INSTALL A CHILD SEAT IN THE FRONT SEAT.
Page 74 1-42 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) or SRS curtain airbag. . Since your vehicle is also equipped with a front passen- ger’s SRS frontal airbag, children should be placed in the rear seat anyway and should be properly restrained at all times.
Page 75: Components
1-43 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) & Components The SRS airbags are stowed in the following locations. Driver’s SRS frontal airbag: in the center portion of the steering wheel Front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag: near the top of the dashboard under an “SRS AIRBAG”...
Page 76: Seat, Seatbelt And Srs Airbags
1-44 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) 11) Seatbelt pretensioner (driver’s side) 12) Seatbelt pretensioner (front passenger’s side) 13) Curtain airbag sensor (rear wheel house right-hand side) 14) Curtain airbag sensor (rear wheel house left-hand side) 15) Curtain airbag module (right-hand side) 16) Curtain airbag module (left-hand side) 17) Seatbelt buckle switch (front passenger’s...
Page 77: Subaru Advanced Frontal Airbag System
For the locations of the SRS airbags, refer to “Components” F1-43. Your vehicle is equipped with a SUBARU advanced frontal airbag system that com- In a moderate to severe frontal collision, plies with the new advanced frontal airbag the following components deploy.
Page 78 Have your vehicle inspected at your place securely. If any of them are SUBARU dealer. Do not let anyone use . Do not spill liquid on the front not locked securely, adjust them the front passenger’s seat while you are...
Page 79 1-47 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) driving the vehicle to your SUBARU deal- the system checked by your SUBARU dealer. . If the SRS airbag system warning light NOTE does not illuminate, check that the front The front passenger’s SRS side airbag...
Page 80 THE FRONT PASSENGER’S SEAT interference. If this device causes inter- cially under either of the following EVEN IF THE FRONT PASSENGER’S ference, consult the nearest SUBARU conditions. SRS FRONTAL AIRBAG IS DEACTI- dealer. Also, for maintenance of the VATED. Be sure to install it in the .
Page 81 SUBARU dealer for seat are locked into place securely by an inspection. Even if the system has moving the seat back and forth.
Page 82 2. Ask the front passenger to set the ask the occupant to move to the rear seat seatback to the upright position, sit up and immediately contact your SUBARU straight in the center of the seat cushion, dealer for an inspection.
Page 83 The SRS airbags can function only when ! Operation the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. The SUBARU advanced frontal airbag system is designed to determine the activation or deactivation condition of the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag de- pending on the characteristic of item(s) or person on the front passenger’s seat...
Page 84 1-52 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) The driver’s and front passenger’s SRS When the SRS airbag deploys, a sudden, . To deploy in most side or rear impacts frontal airbags use dual stage inflators. fairly loud inflation noise will be heard and or in most rollover accidents The two inflators of each airbag are some smoke will be released.
Page 85 1-53 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) Only the driver’s SRS frontal airbag or both ! Example of accident in which the ! Examples of the types of acci- driver’s and front passenger’s SRS frontal driver’s/driver’s and front pas- dents in which it is possible that airbags may be activated when the vehicle senger’s SRS frontal airbag(s)
Page 86 1-54 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) The vehicle strikes an object, such as a ! Examples of the types of accidents in which deployment of the driver’s/ telephone pole or sign pole. driver’s and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag(s) is unlikely to occur The vehicle slides under the load bed of a truck.
Page 87: Srs Side Airbag And Srs Curtain Airbag
1-55 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) frontal airbags are not designed to deploy once either or both of the driver’s and front ! Examples of the types of acci- in most of the following cases. passenger’s SRS frontal airbags is/are dents in which the driver’s/dri- activated on the first impact, it/they will...
Page 88 ! SRS curtain airbag the center of the instrument panel. The SRS side airbag and SRS curtain Your vehicle is equipped with a SUBARU airbag can function only when the ignition SRS curtain airbag system that complies switch is in the “ON” position.
Page 89 1-57 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) ! In cases of rollover accident or side collisions, the following components will operate simultaneously Seatbelt pretensioner SRS side airbags SRS curtain airbags (shoulder belt pretensioner only) Impact sensors affected Non-impacted Non-impacted Non-impacted...
Page 90 1-58 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) When the SRS side airbag and SRS . To function on a one-time-only basis ! In case of frontal collision curtain airbag deploy, a sudden, fairly loud The SRS curtain airbags are designed to The SRS side airbag and SRS curtain inflation noise will be heard and some deploy in the following cases.
Page 91 1-59 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) ! Example of the type of accident in which the SRS side airbag will most likely deploy. A severe side impact near the front seat. – CONTINUED –...
Page 92 1-60 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) The vehicle is involved in a severe side ! Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS curtain airbag will most impact near the front seat or the rear seat. likely deploy.
Page 93 1-61 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) Hitting a curb, edge of pavement or hard ! Examples of the types of accidents in which it is possible that the SRS side surface airbag and the SRS curtain airbag will deploy. Falling into or jumping over a deep hole Landing hard or vehicle falling It is possible that the SRS side and curtain...
Page 94 1-62 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) The vehicle is involved in an oblique side- ! Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS side airbag is unlikely to on impact. deploy. The vehicle is involved in a side-on impact in an area outside the vicinity of the passenger compartment.
Page 95 1-63 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) The vehicle is involved in an oblique side- ! Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS curtain airbag is unlikely on impact. to deploy. The vehicle is involved in a side-on impact in an area outside the vicinity of the passenger compartment.
Page 96: Srs Airbag System Monitors
1-64 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) ary). same direction, once the SRS side airbag ! Examples of the types of acci- The vehicle is struck from behind. and SRS curtain airbag are activated on dents in which the SRS side The vehicle pitches end over end.
Page 97: Srs Airbag System Servicing
. Satellite safing sensor (under the rear serious injury. . Illumination of the warning light center seat) while driving . Seatbelt pretensioner Immediately take your vehicle to – Driver’s side your nearest SUBARU dealer to – CONTINUED –...
Page 98: Precautions Against Vehicle Modification
If you need service or repair in areas & Precautions against vehicle ized SUBARU dealer. When the compo- indicated in the following list, have modification nents of the SRS airbag system are...
Page 99: How To Contact The Vehicle Manufacturer
Subaru Hawaii a mobile two-way radio on or near 2850 Pukoloa Street, Ste. 101, Always consult your SUBARU dealer if you the SRS airbag system compo- Honolulu, HI 96819 want to install any accessory parts on your nents and/or wiring is not advi- vehicle.
Page 100 1-68 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) There are currently no SUBARU distribu- tors in any other U.S. territories. If you are in such an area, please contact the SUBARU distributor or dealer from which you bought your vehicle.
Page 101: Keys And Doors
Keys and doors Remote keyless entry system ......2-18 Keys ................. 2-2 Locking the doors ..........2-19 Models without “keyless access with push-button start system” ............2-2 Unlocking the doors ..........2-19 Opening the trunk lid ..........2-20 Models with “keyless access with push-button start system”...
Page 102: Keys
Keys and doors/Keys & Models without “keyless ac- Keys CAUTION cess with push-button start system” Do not attach a large key holder or CAUTION key case to either key. If it bangs against your knees while you are When traveling in an airplane, do not driving, it could turn the ignition press the button of the key.
Page 103: Key Number Plate
SUBARU dealer. . Up to 7 access key fobs can be registered for one vehicle. For a spare access key fob, contact a SUBARU dealer. . Do not leave the access key fob in Release button the storage spaces inside the vehicle.
Page 104: Door Locks
Keys and doors/Door locks Door locks NOTE The emergency key is directional. If the & Locking and unlocking from key cannot be inserted, change the the outside direction that the grooved side is facing NOTE and insert it again. If you unlock the driver’s door with a To lock the door from outside without the key (including an emergency key) and key, the following methods are available.
Page 105: Locking And Unlocking From The Inside
Keys and doors/Door locks & Locking and unlocking from WARNING the inside Keep all doors locked when you drive, especially when small chil- dren are in your vehicle. Along with the proper use of seat- belts and child restraints, locking the doors reduces the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in an accident.
Page 106: Power Door Locking Switches
The operational/non-operational setting of the driver’s side and the front passenger’s this function can be changed by a side doors. SUBARU dealer. Contact your SUBARU To lock the doors, push the front side of the dealer to change the setting. switch.
Page 107: Key Lock-In Prevention Function
. If the lock lever is turned to the front tional setting can be changed by a ! Regarding radio wave (“LOCK”) position with the driver’s door SUBARU dealer. Contact a SUBARU open and the driver’s door is then closed dealer for details. WARNING...
Page 108 F2-9, and contact the elec- SUBARU dealer to avoid the . When you carry the access key fob tric medical equipment manufac- damage at the time of replace- with electronic appliances such as a turer for more information.
Page 109 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push-button start system – Inside the glove box from magnetic sources. ! Radio waves used for the keyless – Inside the door trim pocket access with push-button start sys- – Do not leave the access key –...
Page 110: Locking And Unlocking By Holding The Access Key Fob
2-10 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push-button start system & Locking and unlocking by handles and the trunk ornament. holding the access key fob With the access key fob carried within the operating range, you can lock/unlock the doors just by touching the door handle. NOTE You can lock/unlock the vehicle with the remote keyless entry system.
Page 111 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push-button start system The trunk lock/unlock setting can be ! How to lock and unlock ! Opening trunk changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact ! Unlocking your SUBARU dealer to change the setting. ! Locking...
Page 112: Unlock Using Pin Code Access
For example, to register “32468” as the . Have the setting changed by a NOTE PIN code, perform the following proce- SUBARU dealer. PIN Code Access will be helpful if the dure. key is accidentally left in the vehicle. It 1.
Page 113: Power Saving Function
2-13 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push-button start system 5. After a buzzer (ding) sounds once, be enabled. & Power saving function press the trunk opener button eight times. . Reregister the PIN code in the fol- The keyless access function will be dis- lowing case.
Page 114: Selecting Audible Signal Operation
2-14 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push-button start system . Lock or unlock the doors by using the & Disabling keyless access – The keyless access functions are remote keyless entry system. not going to be used. function . Lock or unlock the doors by using the ! Disabling functions power door locking switch.
Page 115 2-15 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push-button start system 8. Within 5 seconds after step 7 is performed, close the door. A chirp sound will be heard, and the functions will be disabled. NOTE In steps 4 and 6, press the power door locking switch slowly.
Page 116: When Access Key Fob Does Not Operate Properly
(1) This de- Access key fobs can be replaced at vice may not cause harmful interfer- SUBARU dealers. For more details, con- ence, and (2) this device must accept tact a SUBARU dealer. any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 117: Tips
2-17 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push-button start system ground, even if it is in the operating range. fob is discharged ! Mexico-spec. models – When the access key fob is in a . The status of the access key fob and location with strong radio waves or the radio wave conditions around the noise (e.g., near a radio tower, power...
Page 118: Remote Keyless Entry System
The system’s operable distance will transmitter is pressed, radio SUBARU dealer. Contact your SUBARU be shorter in areas near a facility or waves are sent and may affect dealer for details. You can also change the electronic equipment emitting strong radio the operation of the airplane.
Page 119: Locking The Doors
5 seconds. – When unlocking the trunk lid Operation of the hazard warning flashers in the above cases can be set to “On” or “Off” by a SUBARU dealer. Consult your SUBARU dealer for de- – CONTINUED –...
Page 120: Opening The Trunk Lid
You may have the above settings done by sound once and its hazard warning your SUBARU dealer. Also, the setting can Perform the following steps to deactivate flashers to flash three times. be changed using the multi-function dis- the audible signal.
Page 121: Replacing The Battery
For details, contact your equipment. SUBARU dealer and have the transmitters programmed into the remote keyless entry system. NOTE This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 122: Anti-Theft System
2-22 Keys and doors/Anti-theft system with push-button start system”). Refer to Anti-theft system ! Mexico-spec. models “Ignition switch” F3-4. & Immobilizer CAUTION The immobilizer system is designed to prevent an unauthorized person from . Do not place the key under direct starting the engine.
Page 123 (2) this device must accept any interfer- ence received, including interference that For details about new key registration and may cause undesired operation. erasing the lost key’s ID code, contact your SUBARU dealer. – CONTINUED –...
Page 124: Alarm System
. The vehicle’s horn will sound for 30 dome light are deactivated as the seconds. factory setting. A SUBARU dealer can The alarm system helps to protect your activate the system. Contact your . The hazard warning flashers will flash vehicle and valuables from theft.
Page 125 You may have the above setting change flash five times to alert you that the the “ON” position (models without done by your SUBARU dealer. doors (or the trunk lid) are not properly “keyless access with push-button closed. When you close the door, doors start system”).
Page 126 2-26 Keys and doors/Anti-theft system ! To arm the system using the access key fob/remote transmit- 1. Close all windows and the moonroof (if equipped). 2. Remove the key from the ignition switch (models without “keyless access with push-button start system”)/turn the push-button ignition switch to the “OFF”...
Page 127 2-27 Keys and doors/Anti-theft system All doors will lock, an electronic chirp will ! To arm the system using the sound once, the hazard warning flashers keyless access function (if will flash once, and the security indicator equipped) light will start flashing rapidly. 1.
Page 128 2-28 Keys and doors/Anti-theft system scribed in “Switching power status” ! Disarming the system F9-19. In such a case, replace the Perform either of the following procedures. battery immediately. Refer to “Repla- . Briefly press the disarm button (for less cing battery of access key fob”...
Page 129 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. 4. Before closing the doors, lock all doors LOCK with the inside door lock levers.
Page 130 . When the trunk was opened: 4 times mately 30 seconds. . When the engine hood was opened: 3 If you desire, your SUBARU dealer can times connect them and set them for activation . When a strong impact or multiple or deactivation.
Page 131: Child Safety Locks
2-31 Keys and doors/Child safety locks Child safety locks Windows NOTE If the vehicle battery is disconnected (e. g., the battery or fuse is replaced), the WARNING following functions will be deactivated. . One-touch auto up/down function To avoid serious personal injury .
Page 132: Power Window Operation By Driver
2-32 Keys and doors/Windows & Power window operation by the window halfway, press the switch down ! Operating the driver’s/front pas- lightly. driver senger’s window NOTE ! Driver’s side power window switches When the following operations are performed, the power window breaker will operate and it may not be possible to open or close the window.
Page 133 2-33 Keys and doors/Windows ! Anti-entrapment function ! Operating the rear windows ! Locking the passengers’ windows CAUTION . Never attempt to test this func- tion using fingers, hands or other parts of your body. . The anti-entrapment function may not operate properly if some object gets trapped just before the window fully closes.
Page 134: Power Window Operation By Passengers
2-34 Keys and doors/Windows & Power window operation by the window halfway, press the switch down ! Operating the front passenger’s lightly. passengers window ! Anti-entrapment function ! Passenger’s side power window Refer to “Anti-entrapment function” F2- switches ! Operating the rear passenger’s windows Automatically open/close Open/close...
Page 135: Off Delay Function
2-35 Keys and doors/Trunk lid passengers’ switches. 5. Open the window completely by fully Trunk lid pressing down the power windows switch. & Off delay function It is necessary to repeat the same initi- WARNING alization procedure for both driver’s and You can operate the front windows for front passenger’s window switches.
Page 136: To Open And Close The Trunk Lid From Outside
” button on the trunk lid becomes too heavy, the access key fob/transmitter. Contact the stay may not be able to hold it your SUBARU dealer to change the open. setting. . Remove snow and ice from the trunk lid before opening it. Not...
Page 137: Internal Trunk Lid Release Handle
2-37 Keys and doors/Trunk lid & Internal trunk lid release ! Inspection WARNING handle Perform the following steps at least twice a Never allow any child to get in the year to check the release handle for The internal trunk lid release handle is a trunk and play with the release correct operation.
Page 138: Moonroof (If Equipped)
A person could be your SUBARU dealer. seriously injured if the vehicle stops suddenly or turns sharply or if the vehicle is involved in an accident.
Page 139: Moonroof Switches
. If the moonroof does not close, we recommend that you have the To raise: system checked by a SUBARU Press and hold the rear side of the “UP/ dealer. Open DOWN” switch for a short time. The Close moonroof raises completely.
Page 140: Sunshade
2-40 Keys and doors/Moonroof the rear side of the switch again to open & Sunshade ! Anti-entrapment function the moonroof completely. When the moonroof senses a substantial enough object trapped between its glass To close: and the vehicle’s roof during closure, it Press the front side of the “OPEN/CLOSE”...
Page 141 Instruments and controls Low tire pressure warning light (U.S.-spec. Ignition switch............3-4 models) ............. 3-18 Conventional type ignition switch......3-5 ABS warning light..........3-20 Push-button ignition switch........3-6 Brake system warning light........3-21 Hazard warning flasher .......... 3-8 Electronic parking brake indicator light (models Meters and gauges ..........
Page 142 Instruments and controls High Beam Assist indicator light (if equipped) ..3-35 Basic screens............3-47 Cruise control indicator ........3-35 Setting screen ............3-52 Cruise control set indicator ........3-35 How to get the source code using the open source............... 3-63 Automatic headlight beam leveler warning light (models with LED headlights)......
Page 143 Instruments and controls Defogger and deicer ..........3-86 Horn ............... 3-88 Tilt/telescopic steering wheel ......3-88...
Page 144: Ignition Switch
Instruments and controls/Ignition switch The design of the push-button ignition Ignition switch usual to steer. switch may be slightly different depending on the models. CAUTION WARNING . To prevent the vehicle battery . Before leaving the vehicle, ob- from discharging, keep the igni- serve the following instructions tion switch in the “LOCK”/“OFF”...
Page 145: Conventional Type Ignition Switch
Instruments and controls/Ignition switch & Conventional type ignition ! Switch positions NOTE switch Position Description CAUTION You can insert or remove the key only in this position. The LOCK steering wheel will be locked Do not attach a large key holder or with the key removed.
Page 146: Push-Button Ignition Switch
Instruments and controls/Ignition switch . The engine may not start in the der. following operation. following cases: – The key is near or touching . Turning the ignition switch to the “ON” another transmitter. position . Locking all doors using the remote ! Key reminder chime keyless entry transmitter The reminder chime sounds when opening...
Page 147 OFF (during en- does not operate smoothly, stop gine operation) – On the instrument panel the operation. Contact a SUBARU – On the floor dealer immediately. The power will be switched every time you – Inside the glove box .
Page 148: Hazard Warning Flasher
Instruments and controls/Hazard warning flasher Hazard warning flasher Meters and gauges NOTE . When operating the push-button NOTE ignition switch, firmly press it. . If you press the push-button ignition Liquid-crystal displays are used in switch quickly, the power may not turn some of the meters and gauges on the on or off.
Page 149: Canceling The Function For Meter/Gauge Needle Movement Upon Turning On The Ignition Switch
Instruments and controls/Meters and gauges & Odometer meter will turn off. NOTE This sequence of operations may not & Double trip meter take place if you quickly turn the ignition switch to start the engine. This is not a malfunction. &...
Page 150: Tachometer
3-10 Instruments and controls/Meters and gauges trip meter, the odometer/trip meter will turn & Tachometer amount of fuel remaining in the tank. off. When the ignition switch is in the “LOCK”/ The tachometer shows the engine speed Also, if you open and close the driver’s “OFF”...
Page 151: Temperature Gauge
3-11 Instruments and controls/Meters and gauges the fuel in the fuel tank. Engine operation is optimum with the NOTE . If the refuel amount is less than engine coolant at this temperature range approximately 4.0 US gal (15 liters, 3.3 and high revving operation when the Imp gal), it may take some time until the engine is not warmed up enough should...
Page 152: Eco Gauge
3-12 Instruments and controls/REV indicator light and buzzer (STI) & ECO gauge REV indicator light and buz- NOTE zer (STI) . The ECO gauge shows only an approximate indication. . After resetting the trip meter, the average rate of fuel consumption is not shown until driving 0.6 mile (1 km).
Page 153: Warning And Indicator Lights
3-13 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights : Oil pressure warning light Warning and indicator lights NOTE : REV indicator light (STI) Even if the REV alarm system is not set, Several of the warning and indicator lights the REV indicator light will flash when- : AT OIL TEMP warning light (CVT illuminate when you initially turn the igni- ever the engine speed enters the red...
Page 154: Seatbelt Warning Light And Chime
– At speeds lower than approxi- burned-out bulb or a malfunction of the mately 9 mph (15 km/h) corresponding system. The warning light(s) for unfastened Consult your authorized SUBARU dealer seatbelt(s) will alternate between for repair. steady illumination and flashing at & Seatbelt warning light 15-second intervals.
Page 155: Srs Airbag System Warning Light
SUBARU dealer to tions described above, immediately con- place his/her hands or legs on the front have the system checked. Unless tact your SUBARU dealer for an inspec- passenger’s seatback, or allow him/her to checked and properly repaired, the tion.
Page 156: Front Passenger's Frontal Airbag On And Off Indicators
3-16 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights & Front passenger’s frontal air- airbag determined by the SUBARU ad- serious damage, which may not be vanced frontal airbag system monitoring. bag ON and OFF indicators covered by your vehicle’s warranty. If the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag If this light illuminates steadily or blinks is activated, the passenger’s frontal airbag...
Page 157: Charge Warning Light
If this light illuminates when the engine is To prevent serious damage to the emis- the vehicle checked by a SUBARU dealer. running, it may indicate that the engine oil sion control system, you should do the pressure is low and the lubricating system following.
Page 158: Windshield Washer Fluid Warning Indicator
Contact your nearest properly. If there is no problem and all tires nearest safe location. Park the vehicle for SUBARU dealer for service immediately. several minutes. After the light turns off, are properly inflated, the light will turn off.
Page 159 When the system detects a malfunction, tem checked at a SUBARU dealer as ute, promptly contact a SUBARU soon as possible. the telltale will flash for approximately one...
Page 160: Abs Warning Light
The tire the first available opportunity by . The warning light illuminates when pressure should be checked peri- your SUBARU dealer. the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” odically (at least monthly) using a position and turns off approximately 2 –...
Page 161: Brake System Warning Light
“ON”), it could be an SUBARU dealer. For details, refer time. indication of leaking of brake fluid or worn to “Electronic parking brake...
Page 162: Electronic Parking Brake Indicator Light (Models With Electronic Parking Brake System)
Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights reservoir, do not drive the vehicle. Have system inspected. ! Frequent operation warning the vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU 4. If both warning lights illuminate again The brake system warning light illuminates dealer for repair.
Page 163 “LOCK”/“OFF” position, the place immediately and have the location as soon as possible and contact electronic parking brake indicator light system inspected by a SUBARU your SUBARU dealer. illuminates, remains illuminated for dealer. The electronic parking brake indicator light approximately 30 seconds and then .
Page 164: With Electronic Parking Brake System)
SUBARU dealer. light illuminates, have the vehicle 2.6 US gal (10.0 liters, 2.2 Imp gal). It only inspected at an authorized SUBARU operates when the ignition switch is in the This indicator light illuminates when the dealer.
Page 165: All-Wheel Drive Warning Light (If Equipped)
Drive carefully to wheel is not operated for a while and powertrain damage. If the AWD the nearest SUBARU dealer and the power steering control system has warning light flashes, promptly park have the vehicle inspected immedi- an opportunity to cool down.
Page 166: Led Headlight Warning Light (If Equipped)
Vehicle Dynamics Control system malfunction. Have your vehicle inspected may be considered normal. at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. NOTE . The warning light illuminates when & Vehicle Dynamics Con- the ignition switch is turned to the “ON”...
Page 167: Vehicle Dynamics Control Off Indicator Light/Traction Mode Indicator Light
“Vehicle Dynamics Control system” F7-37. ing condition. Have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. . The light does not turn off even after the lapse of several minutes (the engine has warmed up) after the engine has started.
Page 168: Keyless Access With Push-Button Start System
Have your vehicle checked m a l f u n c t i o n . C o n t a c t y o u r at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. SUBARU dealer as soon as pos- .
Page 169 SUBARU dealer immediately. will not be provided. NOTE ! List of warnings . When doors are not locked because...
Page 170 3-30 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights Operation indicator Inside warning Outside warning on push-button igni- Status Action chime chime tion switch Switch the push-button ignition switch to The driver’s door was opened while the “OFF”, or close the driver’s door. push-button ignition switch is “ACC”...
Page 171 3-31 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights Operation indicator Inside warning Outside warning on push-button igni- Status Action chime chime tion switch Open the door and return the access key Power warning: The door lock sensor was touched while fob inside the vehicle, or switch the push- Long beep button ignition switch to “OFF”.
Page 172 (15 seconds max.) press the push-button ignition switch. formed, but the steering is still locked. System malfunction warning: Contact a SUBARU dealer immediately Ding — Flashes in orange A malfunction was detected in the power and have the vehicle inspected.
Page 173: Security Indicator Light
“ON” position to the “ACC” above conditions, it may indicate that information, refer to “Alarm system” F2- or “LOCK” position. immobilizer system may be malfunction- ing. Contact your nearest SUBARU dealer – The ignition switch is in the “ON” ! Immobilizer system position. immediately.
Page 174: Drive Indicator (If Equipped)
3-34 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights & SI-DRIVE indicator (if & Gear position indicator (MT & Select lever/gear position in- equipped) models)/Shift-up indicator dicator (CVT models) (STI) Sport (S) mode Upshift indicator Intelligent (I) mode Downshift indicator Shift-up indicator (STI) Sport Sharp (S#) mode Select lever/gear position indicator Gear position indicator...
Page 175: Turn Signal Indicator Lights
These lights show the operation of the turn control. In addition, if it blinks frequently, normally. signal or lane change signal. contact your SUBARU dealer for an If this light illuminates while driving or does If the indicator lights do not blink or blink inspection.
Page 176: Driver's Control Center Differential Auto Indicator (Sti)
Have the vehicle inspected ter differential is set to the manual mode. by your SUBARU dealer. For details, refer For details, refer to “Driver’s Control to “Driver’s Control Center Differential (C. Center Differential (C.DIFF/DCCD) (STI)”...
Page 177: Rev Indicator Light (Sti)
BSD/RCTA is malfunctioning. In this case the BSD/RCTA warning indicator will be shown on the combination meter display (color LCD). When this indicator appears, have your vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. – CONTINUED –...
Page 178: Basic Operation
3-38 Instruments and controls/Combination meter display (color LCD) Warning indication (Refer to “Warning & Basic operation indication” F3-40.) Pull “ ” or “ ” of the control switch Select lever/gear position indicator (Re- fer to “Select lever/gear position indicator toward you to switch the screens and (CVT models)”...
Page 179: Welcome Screen (Opening Animation) And Good-Bye Screen (Ending Animation)
3-39 Instruments and controls/Combination meter display (color LCD) & Welcome screen (opening & Warning screen & Basic screens animation) and Good-bye Pull the “ ” or “ ” switch on the steering screen (ending animation) wheel to change the screen that is always displayed.
Page 180: Warning Indication
3-40 Instruments and controls/Combination meter display (color LCD) Journey time screen: SI-DRIVE mode screen (if equipped): screen. & Warning indication This screen displays the journey time (the This screen indicates the current time that has elapsed since the ignition SI-DRIVE mode with its throttle angle. switch was turned to the “ON”...
Page 181: Menu Screens
3-41 Instruments and controls/Combination meter display (color LCD) & Menu screens Mark Name Page Pull and hold the “ /SET” switch to enter Engine low oil level the menu screens when all of the following warning indicator (ex- 3-17 conditions are satisfied. cept STI) .
Page 182: Instruments And Controls
3-42 Instruments and controls/Combination meter display (color LCD) The menu list is as follows. Top menu Menu option Possible settings Initial settings Welcome Good-bye Screen On/Off Gauge Initial Movement On/Off Gear Position Indicator Setting (MT models) On/Off Screen Settings The default language settings vary depending on individual Languages Select the display language.
Page 183 3-43 Instruments and controls/Combination meter display (color LCD) ! Screen Settings ! SRH (if equipped) ! EyeSight (models with the EyeSight system) After entering the “Screen Settings” menu, Select “On” to activate the Steering Re- select one of the following menus. sponsive Headlight (SRH).
Page 184: Multi-Function Display (Color Lcd)
3-44 Instruments and controls/Multi-function display (color LCD) Multi-function display (color ! Sonar Audible Alarm Description Page LCD) The Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) Displays useful messages, system is equipped with a function that such as warning information, 3-46 emits a warning sound when the system etc.
Page 185: Welcome Screen
3-45 Instruments and controls/Multi-function display (color LCD) market and vehicle specifications. . For a certain period of time after the NOTE welcome screen has once appeared, it . The outside temperature indicator may not appear again even when the shows the temperature around the driver’s door is closed again.
Page 186: Interruption Screen
3-46 Instruments and controls/Multi-function display (color LCD) When the checks are performed, the color – The period of time passed after & Basic operation of the icon corresponding to the checked the registered notification date is 15 item will turn as follows: days or more.
Page 187: Basic Screens
3-47 Instruments and controls/Multi-function display (color LCD) By operating “ ” or “ ” of the control When operating the climate control sys- switch, the screens and selection items tem, the basic screen will change to the can be switched. When the ENTER button climate control screen.
Page 188 3-48 Instruments and controls/Multi-function display (color LCD) ! Fuel consumption screen Content Description Page Fuel consumption screen Displays fuel consumption screen. 3-48 Triple meter screen Displays up to 3 optional items. 3-49 Prevention safety screen Displays the status of your vehicle. 3-49 Boost pressure screen Displays the boost pressure, etc.
Page 189 3-49 Instruments and controls/Multi-function display (color LCD) Item Details ! Triple meter screen ! Prevention safety screen Vehicle posture Average fuel consumption for the entire driving distance from when the ignition switch was turned to the “ON” position Boost pressure Journey distance (the distance that has been driven since the Triple meter screen (display example)
Page 190 3-50 Instruments and controls/Multi-function display (color LCD) ! Boost pressure screen ! Guidance screen Select “Yes” to reset the peak value. Select “No” to keep the current peak value. Guidance screen (display example) The peak value of the boost pressure (digital display) Press and hold the ENTER button to enter Boost pressure (analog display)
Page 191 3-51 Instruments and controls/Multi-function display (color LCD) You can select the clock or calendar to be ! Clock/calendar screen displayed. You can also turn the screen off. For the setting procedure, refer to “Clock setting” F3-57. Clock Calendar – CONTINUED –...
Page 192: Setting Screen
3-52 Instruments and controls/Multi-function display (color LCD) & Setting screen Push and hold the ENTER button to display the setting screen. Select the preferred menu by operating the “ ” or “ ” switch. Items that can be set when stopped: Top menu Menu option Description...
Page 193 3-53 Instruments and controls/Multi-function display (color LCD) Top menu Menu option Description Page Maintenance Schedule Set and adjust the vehicle maintenance notification date. 3-59 Engine Oil Set and adjust the oil maintenance notification date. 3-58 Oil Filter Set and adjust the oil filter maintenance notification date. 3-59 Mainte- Tires...
Page 194 3-54 Instruments and controls/Multi-function display (color LCD) Items that can be set while driving: Menu Description Page Contrast Adjust the contrast. +5 ↔ −5 3-56 Screen Off Turn the screen off. 3-56 Beep Adjust the beep sound volume. High/Low/Off 3-56 Time Set and adjust the time (only hour).
Page 195 3-55 Instruments and controls/Multi-function display (color LCD) ! Date and time settings ! Daylight saving time setting If a birthday or anniversary is approaching, 1. Select “Daylight Saving Time” from the a message will be displayed when turning 2nd menu in the setting screen. Refer to the ignition switch to the “ON”...
Page 196 3-56 Instruments and controls/Multi-function display (color LCD) ! Display/Beep settings ! Beep setting You can set the display settings and 1. Select “Beep” from the 2nd menu in the volume settings. setting screen. Refer to “Setting screen” F3-52. ! Contrast setting 1.
Page 197 3-57 Instruments and controls/Multi-function display (color LCD) ! Screen settings ! Clock setting ! Bypass screen setting 1. Select “Clock” from the 2nd menu in 1. Select “Bypass Screen” from the 2nd ! Triple meter setting the setting screen. Refer to “Setting menu in the setting screen.
Page 198 3-58 Instruments and controls/Multi-function display (color LCD) ! Maintenance settings ! Language setting ! Camera shift link setting (if equipped) You can set maintenance reminders. 1. Select “Languages” from the 2nd menu in the setting screen. Refer to “Setting 1. Select “Camera Shift Link” from the ! Engine oil setting screen”...
Page 199 3-59 Instruments and controls/Multi-function display (color LCD) ! Oil filter setting ! On/Off setting NOTE The setting procedure is the same as 1. Select “On/Off” from the 2nd menu on . The reminder will be displayed by “Engine oil setting” F3-58, but select the the setting screen.
Page 200 3-60 Instruments and controls/Multi-function display (color LCD) ! Driving history setting ! Clear setting You can register the items in the driving 1. Select “Clear All Settings” from the 2nd history. menu on the setting screen. Refer to 1. Select “Driving History” from the top “Setting screen”...
Page 201 3-61 Instruments and controls/Multi-function display (color LCD) ! Car setting ! Hazard warning flasher setting ! Defogger setting You can set the vehicle setting. 1. Select “Hazard Warning Flasher” from 1. Select “Defogger” from the 2nd menu the 2nd menu in the setting screen. Refer in the setting screen.
Page 202 3-62 Instruments and controls/Multi-function display (color LCD) ! Interior light setting ! Keyless Access Settings (if ! Welcome lighting setting equipped) The setting procedure is the same as You can change the setting for the period “Defogger setting” F3-61, but select the of time in which the exterior remain on by 1.
Page 203: How To Get The Source Code Using The Open Source
FOSS can be found at the “Setting screen” F3-52. following URL. http://www.globaldenso.com/en/open- source/ivi/subaru/ 2. Select “Set” to exit settings. Select “Go Back” to return to the previous screen without resetting. 2. Select “Set” to exit settings. Select “Go Back”...
Page 204: Clock
3-64 Instruments and controls/Clock instrument panel. The screen goes to the Clock settings menu. 1. Turn the ignition switch to “ON”. 5. Use the control switch to scroll through to the items you can set. 3. Select “Time/Date” and push the con- (1) Use the control switch to choose trol switch.
Page 205: Light Control Switch
3-65 Instruments and controls/Light control switch turned off when the key is removed from & Headlights Light control switch the ignition switch. NOTE CAUTION The light control switch can be oper- . Use of any lights for a long period ated (except auto on/off headlights), of time while the engine is not even under the following conditions.
Page 206 The ON/OFF setting of this function can be position other than “AUTO” level of the ambient light. changed by a SUBARU dealer. Consult . Turning the ignition switch to the “ON” your SUBARU dealer for details. position “...
Page 207: High/Low Beam Change (Dimmer)
Manual supplement for the EyeSight lighting function can be changed by a & High/low beam change system. SUBARU dealer. Contact your SUBARU (dimmer) dealer for details. Also, you can change the The high beam assist function automati- cally changes the headlight from high setting using the multi-function display (color beam to low beam (or vice versa).
Page 208 This setting can be changed to OFF When the sensitivity of the high beam (non-operation) at SUBARU dealers. assist function is lowered, the high beam For more details, contact a SUBARU assist indicator light “ ” on the combina- dealer.
Page 209 3-69 Instruments and controls/Light control switch hicle ahead is driven without its head- ! How to change the headlight ! Tips for the high beam assist lights and tail lights on mode manually function – If the headlights of an oncoming Change to the low beam: .
Page 210: Headlight Flasher
3-70 Instruments and controls/Light control switch – When an oncoming vehicle or ve- & Headlight flasher & Daytime running light system hicle ahead comes in and out of view because of continuous curves, median WARNING strips, roadside trees, etc. . If the stereo camera detects the light of When the daytime running lights are the front fog lights of an oncoming vehicle, illuminated, the tail lights do not...
Page 211: Steering Responsive Headlight (Srh) (If Equipped)
“ON” position. It indicates that SRH has been NOTE deactivated. Contact a SUBARU dealer for SRH only activates when the vehicle is an inspection. traveling forward at the speed of ap- proximately 5 mph (8 km/h) and over.
Page 212: Turn Signal Lever
The operational/non-operational setting of the one-touch lane changer’s can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer for details. To activate the right turn signal, push the turn signal lever up. To activate the left turn The instrument panel and the ambient signal, push the turn signal lever down.
Page 213: Automatic Dimming Function
The operational/non-operational setting and sensitivity of the auto dimmer cancel function can be changed by your SUBARU dealer. Contact your SUBARU dealer for details. – CONTINUED –...
Page 214: Wiper And Washer
Before washer fluid is unavailable. In operating the wiper on a dry areas where water freezes in windshield, always use the wind- winter, use SUBARU Windshield shield washer. Washer Fluid or the equivalent. Refer to “Windshield washer...
Page 215: Windshield Wiper And Washer Switches
3-75 Instruments and controls/Wiper and washer . Grease, wax, insects or other mate- & Windshield wiper and washer fluid” F11-38. rial on the windshield or the blade switches Also, when driving the vehicle rubbers results in jerky wiper operation when there are freezing tempera- The wiper operates only when the ignition and streaking on the glass.
Page 216 3-76 Instruments and controls/Wiper and washer For a single wipe of the wipers, push the ! Windshield washer NOTE lever up. The wipers operate until you release the lever. ! Wiper intermittent time control To wash the windshield, pull the wiper control lever toward you.
Page 217: Mirrors
3-77 Instruments and controls/Mirrors & Auto-dimming mirror/com- Mirrors ! To Operate the Auto-Dimming Fea- pass (if equipped) ture Press the “ ” switch to turn the auto- Always check that the inside and outside dimming feature on/off. The auto-dimming mirrors are properly adjusted before you feature is enabled when the switch’s green start driving.
Page 218: Auto-Dimming Mirror/Compass With Homelink (If Equipped)
3-78 Instruments and controls/Mirrors 3. To adjust for compass zone variance: & Auto-dimming mirror/com- ! To Operate the Auto-Dimming Fea- (1) Find your current location and pass with HomeLink ture ® zone number on the map. equipped) Press the “ ”...
Page 219 3-79 Instruments and controls/Mirrors 3. To adjust for compass zone variance: standards (this includes any gar- ! HomeLink Wireless Control Sys- ® (1) Find your current location and age door opener model manufac- zone number on the map. tured before April 1, 1982). A The HomeLink Wireless Control System ®...
Page 220 3-80 Instruments and controls/Mirrors ! Programming a New HomeLink Button Garage door opener remote 3. While the HomeLink indicator light is flashing orange, press and hold the hand- 2. Position the hand-held remote (garage held remote button. Continue pressing the Indicator Light door opener remote) 1 to 3 in (2 to 8 cm) HomeLink Buttons...
Page 221 3-81 Instruments and controls/Mirrors Indicator Light “Learn” button 7. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for two seconds and release the 4. Press the HomeLink button that you 5. At the garage door opener motor, HomeLink button up to three times. At this would like to program and observe the (security gate motor, etc.) locate the point programming is complete and your...
Page 222 3-82 Instruments and controls/Mirrors the device during the “cycling” process ! Gate Operator/Canadian Pro- to prevent possible overheating. gramming Canadian radio-frequency laws require Proceed with “Programming a New transmitter remote signals to “time-out” HomeLink Button” step 4 to complete. (or quit) after several seconds of transmis- sion, which may not be long enough for ! Using HomeLink HomeLink to pick up the signal during...
Page 223 3-83 Instruments and controls/Mirrors HomeLink has the capability of receiving If the garage door status indicators do not ! R e p r o g r a m m i n g a S i n g l e this communication from the garage door flash, additional HomeLink information HomeLink Button opener at a range up to 820 feet (250 m).
Page 224 3-84 Instruments and controls/Mirrors ! Certification In the event that there are still program- ming difficulties or questions, additional HomeLink information and programming videos can be found at www.HomeLink.com, www.youtube.com/HomeLinkGentex, or by calling the toll-free HomeLink-hotline at 1-800-355-3515. . U.S.-spec. models CAUTION Garage Door Opener CLOSING (Blinking FCC WARNING...
Page 225 3-85 Instruments and controls/Mirrors . Canada-spec. models WARNING . W h e n p r o g r a m m i n g t h e HomeLink Wireless Control Sys- ® tem, you may be operating a garage door opener or other device.
Page 226: Outside Mirrors
3-86 Instruments and controls/Defogger and deicer & Outside mirrors Defogger and deicer ! Remote control mirror switch ! Convex mirror (passenger side) WARNING 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 distance of vehicles behind you when chan- ging lanes.
Page 227 SUBARU dealer. Consult your tively. SUBARU dealer for details. Also, you can . While the defogger and deicer sys-...
Page 228 3-88 Instruments and controls/Tilt/telescopic steering wheel Tilt/telescopic steering wheel Horn WARNING . Do not adjust the steering wheel tilt/telescopic position while driv- ing. This may cause loss of vehicle control and result in per- sonal injury. . If the lever cannot be raised to the fixed position, adjust the steering wheel again.
Page 229: Climate Control
Climate control Operating tips for heater and air conditioner ..4-10 Ventilator control ............ 4-2 Cleaning ventilation grille ........4-10 Center and side ventilators ........4-2 Efficient cooling after parking in direct sunlight ..4-10 Climate control panel ..........4-3 Lubrication oil circulation in the refrigerant Type A ..............
Page 230: Ventilator Control
Climate control/Ventilator control Ventilator control & Center and side ventilators Side ventilators Open Close To adjust the flow direction, move the tab. Center ventilators Open To open or close the ventilator, turn the Close thumb-wheel up or down.
Page 231: Climate Control Panel
Climate control/Climate control panel Airflow mode selection dial (Refer to Climate control panel “Airflow mode selection” F4-6.) Defroster button (Refer to “Airflow mode & Type A selection” F4-6.) Rear window defogger button (Refer to “Defogger and deicer” F3-86.) Fan speed control dial (Refer to “Fan speed control”...
Page 232: Type B
Climate control/Climate control panel Temperature control dial (Refer to “Auto- & Type B matic climate control operation” F4-5 and/or “Temperature control” F4-8.) Defroster button (Refer to “Airflow mode selection” F4-6.) Rear window defogger button (Refer to “Defogger and deicer” F3-86.) DUAL mode button (Refer to ““DUAL”...
Page 233: Automatic Climate Control Operation
Climate control/Automatic climate control operation “FULL” indicator on the control panel Automatic climate control will turn off and the “AUTO” indicator operation will remain illuminated. You can then manually control the system as desired When this mode is selected, the fan speed, using the button you operated.
Page 234: Sensors
Climate control/Manual climate control operation & Sensors – Solar sensor: beside the windshield Manual climate control op- defroster grille eration – Interior air temperature sensor: next to the steering column & Airflow mode selection – Outside temperature sensor: near the To select the airflow mode: front bumper opening Type A: Turn the airflow mode selection...
Page 235 Climate control/Manual climate control operation both side windows to prevent fogging.) (Bi-level): Instrument panel outlets and (Defrost): Windshield defroster outlets foot outlets and both side outlets of the instrument (Heat-def): Windshield defroster outlets, panel (Refer to “Defrosting” F4-9.) foot outlets and both side outlets of the instrument panel (Refer to “Defrosting”...
Page 236: Temperature Control
Climate control/Manual climate control operation was activated. side temperature. Turn the front passen- ! “DUAL” mode (type B) ger’s side dial to set the front passenger’s side temperature. & Temperature control When the “DUAL” mode is canceled: Turn the temperature control dial to set the preferred interior temperature.
Page 237: Air Inlet Selection
Have the vehicle in- – When driving on a dusty road NOTE spected at the nearest SUBARU dealer. – When you want cooling perfor- When the “ ” or “ ” mode is se-...
Page 238: Operating Tips For Heater And Air Conditioner
Your air conditioner uses ozone friendly on the condenser. SUBARU dealer. refrigerant R-1234yf (HFO-1234yf). Con- sult your SUBARU dealer for service. Repairs needed as a result of using the wrong refrigerant are not covered under warranty.
Page 239: Air Filtration System
Have your filter checked or replaced by your SUBARU dealer. For replacement, use Stoppers only a genuine SUBARU air filter kit. (3) Push both sides of the glove box CAUTION inside to unlock the stoppers and then...
Page 240 4-12 Climate control/Air filtration system (4) Pull out the glove box horizontally 2. Remove the cabin air filter according to 3. Replace the cabin air filter element and remove the hinge portion. When the following procedure in order to prevent with a new one.
Page 241 4-13 Climate control/Air filtration system 4. Reinstall the glove box, and connect the damper shaft. 5. Close the glove box.
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Page 243: Audio
Audio Audio set ..............5-2 Antenna ..............5-2 Roof antenna ............5-2...
Page 244 Antenna Audio set & Roof antenna If your vehicle is equipped with a genuine SUBARU navigation system or audio system, refer to the separate navigation/ audio Owner’s Manual for details. The shark-fin type roof antenna is installed in the center at the rear of the roof.
Page 245: Interior Equipment
Interior equipment Accessory power outlets ........6-8 Interior lights............6-2 Use with a cigarette lighter (if equipped) ....6-9 Dome light ............. 6-2 USB power supply..........6-10 Map lights.............. 6-2 How to use the USB power supply......6-10 OFF delay timer ............. 6-3 Ashtray (if equipped)..........6-11 Sun visors ...............
Page 246: Interior Lights
Interior equipment/Interior lights DOOR: The dome light illuminates auto- Interior lights matically after any of the following opera- tions. CAUTION . Opening any of the doors. . Unlocking the doors using the keyless When leaving your vehicle, make access function (if equipped). Refer to sure the lights are turned off to “Unlocking”...
Page 247: Off Delay Timer
F2-10. the lights remain on (OFF delay timer) can . The doors are unlocked using the be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact remote keyless entry system. Refer to your SUBARU dealer for details. Also, the “Remote keyless entry system”...
Page 248: Sun Visor Extension Plate (Models With The Eyesight System)
Interior equipment/Sun visors & Sun visor extension plate & Vanity mirror with light (models with the EyeSight system) CAUTION Keep the vanity mirror cover closed while the vehicle is being driven to avoid being temporarily blinded by the glare of bright light. CAUTION Do not pull out the extension plate With the sun visor positioned over the side...
Page 249: Storage Compartment
Interior equipment/Storage compartment & Glove box & Center console Storage compartment CAUTION . Always keep the storage com- partment closed while driving to reduce the risk of injury in the event of a sudden stop or an accident. . Do not store spray cans, contain- ers with flammable or corrosive liquids or any other dangerous items in the storage compart-...
Page 250: Cup Holders
Interior equipment/Cup holders Cup holders ! Except STI ! STI CAUTION Take care to avoid spills. Beverages, if hot, might burn you and/or your passengers. Spilled beverages may also damage upholstery, carpets or audio equipment. & Front passenger’s cup holder CAUTION Type A The dual cup holder is built into the center...
Page 251: Rear Passenger's Cup Holder
Interior equipment/Bottle holders Bottle holders NOTE With the divider taken out, you can use the cup holder as a storage box. CAUTION . Do not pick up a bottle from the & Rear passenger’s cup holder bottle holder or put a bottle in the holder while driving.
Page 252: Accessory Power Outlets
Interior equipment/Accessory power outlets below the climate control dials and in the Accessory power outlets center console. Electrical power (12 V DC) from the battery is available at any of the outlets when the ignition switch is in either the “ACC” or “ON” position. You can use an in-vehicle electrical appli- ance by connecting it to an outlet.
Page 253: Use With A Cigarette Lighter (If Equipped)
A cigarette lighter plug is et. Doing so may cause a short- cause a short circuit. Do not use available from your SUBARU dealer. circuit and overheating, resulting double adapters or more than in a fire.
Page 254: Usb Power Supply
6-10 Interior equipment/USB power supply . When a device that communicates USB power supply . If a device is connected for a long with a PC is connected, power supply time when the engine is not or charging may not be possible. running, the battery may be dis- CAUTION .
Page 255: Ashtray (If Equipped)
Clean them off using a toothbrush or a similar narrow-ended . Be sure to use a genuine implement. SUBARU floor mat or an equiva- lent designed with grommets in the correct locations. . Make sure that the driver’s floor...
Page 256: Assist Grip
6-12 Interior equipment/Assist grip Assist grip . Do not use more than one floor CAUTION mat. Do not attach heavy objects to the assist grip. Doing so could break it and damage the object. Assist grip Retaining pins are located on the driver’s The assist grip is to be held to support the side floor.
Page 257: Coat Hook
6-13 Interior equipment/Coat hook Coat hook Under-floor storage compart- WARNING ment Observe the following instructions. . Do not hang coat hangers or other hard or pointed objects on the coat hooks. Hang clothing directly on the coat hooks with- out using hangers. .
Page 258: Rear View Camera
6-14 Interior equipment/Rear view camera Rear view camera Front View Monitor (if in the event of a sudden stop or an accident. equipped) . Do not store spray cans, contain- Refer to the separate navigation/audio ers with flammable or corrosive Owner’s Manual.
Page 259: How To Access The Front View Monitor
6-15 Interior equipment/Front View Monitor & How to access the Front View & How to cancel the Front View accident may occur. When driv- ing the vehicle, always check the Monitor Monitor traffic around the vehicle directly ! Manual cancellation with your eyes and the mirrors.
Page 260: Range Of Image On Screen
6-16 Interior equipment/Front View Monitor & Range of image on screen fluorescent lamp, sodium-vapor lamp WARNING or mercury lamp, the lighted portion may look like it is flickering (flicker Because the range of the image phenomenon). captured by the camera is limited, .
Page 261: Guiding Line
. The camera unit is a waterproof of the camera. Have the camera structure. Do not attempt to re- inspected by your SUBARU deal- move, disassemble or modify the er as soon as possible. Guiding line unit.
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Page 263 Starting and operating Sport (S) mode ............. 7-29 Fuel ................7-3 Sport Sharp (S#) mode ......... 7-29 Fuel requirements ..........7-3 SI-DRIVE switch............ 7-30 Fuel filler lid and cap ..........7-5 Limited slip differential (LSD) (STI)..... 7-31 State emission testing (U.S. only) ......7-7 Power steering............
Page 264 Starting and operating BSD/RCTA approach indicator light/warning Auto Vehicle Hold function (models with buzzer ............... 7-60 electronic parking brake system) ..... 7-46 BSD/RCTA OFF indicator ........7-62 To turn on/off the Auto Vehicle Hold function ..7-47 BSD/RCTA warning indicator ........ 7-62 To operate the Auto Vehicle Hold function.....
Page 265: Fuel
Contact your ! Except STI SUBARU dealer if you use a fuel with the The engine is designed to operate using specified octane rating and your vehicle unleaded gasoline with an octane rating knocks heavily or persistently.
Page 266 . Fuel system damage or driveability SUBARU Dealer for service. If it is which are designed to reduce vehicle problems which result from the use of determined that the condition is caused emissions.
Page 267: Fuel Filler Lid And Cap
Starting and operating/Fuel & Fuel filler lid and cap is in progress. ! Refueling Only one person should be involved in refueling. Do not allow others to approach the area of the vehicle near the fuel filler pipe while refueling is in progress. Be sure to observe any other precautions that are posted at the service station.
Page 268 Starting and operating/Fuel . When opening the cap, grasp it WARNING CAUTION firmly and turn it slowly to the left. Do not remove the cap quickly. . When refueling, insert the fuel If you spill any fuel on the painted Fuel may be under pressure and nozzle securely into the fuel filler surface, rinse it off immediately.
Page 269: State Emission Testing (U.s. Only)
SUBARU Limited Warranty. Testing of an AWD model must that monitors the performance of the . Always use a genuine SUBARU NEVER be performed on a single engine’s emission control system. Certi- fuel filler cap. If you use the two-wheel dynamometer.
Page 270: Preparing To Drive
Preparing to drive trouble codes, and the OBDII readiness inspector not to place your SUBARU monitors are all complete. AWD vehicle on a two-wheel dynam- You should perform the following checks ometer.
Page 271: General Precautions When Starting/Stopping Engine
Starting and operating/Starting and stopping the engine Starting and stopping the en- to sit in the driver’s seat (except CAUTION when using the remote engine gine start system). Trapping small animals in the cool- ing fan and belts of the engine may &...
Page 272: Models Without Push-Button Start Systems
7-10 Starting and operating/Starting and stopping the engine controlled throttle’s self-diagnosis The starter motor will only operate when position without depressing the accelera- function. To overcome it, keep the the clutch pedal is depressed fully to the tor pedal. Release the key immediately ignition switch in the “ON”...
Page 273: Steering Lock
If the engine still does not start, contact ignition switch flashes in green after When you cannot unlock the steering your nearest SUBARU dealer for assis- the engine has started, never drive wheel, perform the following steps. tance. the vehicle. The steering is still 1.
Page 274 (MT mod- malfunction with the vehicle. els) or the brake pedal (CVT models) to Contact a SUBARU dealer imme- switch the power to “OFF”. diately. – If the light had illuminated, try to .
Page 275 Stop the vehicle in a safe switched to “OFF”. . When the engine is not started, the location, and contact a SUBARU brake pedal may feel stiff. In such a dealer immediately. case, depress the brake pedal more forcefully than usual.
Page 276: Steering Lock
. Do not stop the engine while the lock function. Immediately contact your select lever is in a position other nearest SUBARU dealer. than the “P” position. & Remote engine start system . If the engine is stopped while the...
Page 277 7-15 Starting and operating/Starting and stopping the engine In addition, the remote engine start system ! Starting the engine can activate the heater or air conditioner, 1. Press the lock button briefly. The providing you with a comfortable cabin hazard warning flashers then flash once. upon entry.
Page 278: Manual Transmission
! Entering the vehicle following re- tically stops can be changed. To change it, mote engine start shutdown please contact your SUBARU dealer. Note An alarm trigger may occur if the vehicle is that some settings may violate state, opened by the remote keyless entry provincial, or local laws and regulations.
Page 279: Shifting Speeds
7-17 Starting and operating/Manual transmission & Shifting speeds WARNING ! Recommended shifting speeds . Do not drive the vehicle with the The best compromise between fuel econ- clutch disengaged (i.e., when the omy and vehicle performance during clutch pedal is depressed) or with normal driving is ensured by shifting up the shift lever in the neutral at the speeds listed in the following table.
Page 280: Driving Tips
7-18 Starting and operating/Manual transmission the driver about the upshift timing. lower gear before the engine starts to engine over-revving and this in turn labor. can result in engine damage. The shift-up indicator can be activated or In addition, sudden application of deactivated.
Page 281: Driver's Control Center Differential (C.diff/Dccd) (Sti)
Starting and operating/Driver’s Control Center Differential (C.DIFF/DCCD) (STI) Driver’s Control Center Dif- tion. Have the vehicle inspected NOTE by your SUBARU dealer. ferential (C.DIFF/DCCD) (STI) If you rapidly depress and release the . If a malfunction occurs in the accelerator pedal while driving at low...
Page 282: Starting And Operating
7-20 Starting and operating/Driver’s Control Center Differential (C.DIFF/DCCD) (STI) & Auto mode The auto mode has 3 modes as follows. mode, “AUTO [+]” appears. Mode Operation This mode emphasizes traction control and strengthens the lim- itation of differential action that AUTO [+] is suitable for driving on slippery roads for vehicle stability.
Page 283: Manual Mode
7-21 Starting and operating/Driver’s Control Center Differential (C.DIFF/DCCD) (STI) & Manual mode ! Center differential control switch and indicator Push the switch forward to increase the initial LSD torque; when the “LOCK” In the manual mode, you can use the indicator appears, the initial LSD torque center differential control switch to adjust The control switch is located beside the...
Page 284: Temporary Release
7-22 Starting and operating/Driver’s Control Center Differential (C.DIFF/DCCD) (STI) indicate a problem. The phenomenon – When your vehicle is towed will disappear when setting the initial – When the vehicle is stopped LSD torque to the minimum. with the manual mode se- In the auto mode, it controls the initial lected LSD torque automatically.
Page 285: Continuously Variable Transmission
7-23 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission shift to the normal timing after the Continuously variable trans- when the brake is applied or engine has warmed up. when chocks are used in the mission . Immediately after transmission fluid wheels. This may cause the is replaced, you may feel that the transmission fluid to overheat.
Page 286: Select Lever
7-24 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission heard that is characteristic of this type ! P (Park) of system. This position is for parking the vehicle and starting the engine. In this position, the & Select lever transmission is mechanically locked to prevent the vehicle from rolling freely.
Page 287: Selection Of Manual Mode
7-25 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission If you operate one of the shift paddles ! N (Neutral) behind the steering wheel while driving in This position is for restarting a stalled the “D” position, the transmission will engine. In this position, the transmission is temporarily switch to the manual mode.
Page 288: Shift Lock Function
7-26 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission “ ” appears, downshifting is possible. light illuminates and shows the current nation meter will illuminate. Immedi- When both indicators appear, upshifting gear condition. ately stop the vehicle in a safe location and downshifting are both possible. When and let the engine idle until the warning CAUTION light turns off.
Page 289 Contact a SUBARU dealer for an inspec- tion as soon as possible. ! Shift lock release ! Shift lock release using the shift...
Page 290: Driving Tips
Con- This system consists of three modes: driving conditions, such as slippery roads tact a SUBARU dealer for an inspection as . Intelligent (I) mode or loose surfaces, due to gentler throttle soon as possible.
Page 291: Sport (S) Mode
7-29 Starting and operating/SI-DRIVE & Sport Sharp (S#) mode ! Except STI & Sport (S) mode When you select the Sport Sharp (S#) ! For maximum performance driving ! For all-around performance driving mode with the select lever in the “D” position, the transmission gear ratio will shift from variable speed to eight-speed.
Page 292: Drive Switch
To select the Sport Sharp (S#) mode: creases. Press the “S#/I” switch when any mode . If any of the SI-DRIVE indicators other than Sport Sharp (S#) mode is blink, the SI-DRIVE system may be selected. malfunctioning. Contact your SUBARU dealer.
Page 293: Limited Slip Differential (Lsd) (Sti)
7-31 Starting and operating/Limited slip differential (LSD) (STI) & Except STI Limited slip differential (LSD) Power steering (STI) & STI The vehicle is equipped with a hydraulic The LSD provides optimum distribution of power steering system. The power steer- power according to the difference in ing system operates only when the engine revolutions between the right and left is running.
Page 294: Braking
Drive carefully to this may result in a malfunction of the Never rest your foot on the brake the nearest SUBARU dealer and power steering control system. have the vehicle inspected immedi- pedal while driving. This can cause ately.
Page 295: Brake System
7-33 Starting and operating/Braking a loss of control of the vehicle. Keep ! Brake assist system NOTE driving straight ahead while gradually When you depress the brake pedal reducing speed. Then slowly pull off the WARNING strongly or suddenly, the following road to a safe place.
Page 296: High Performance Brake System (Brembo Equipped Models)
SUBARU dealer. The ABS prevents the lock-up of wheels . If the vehicle is left parked for an which may occur during sudden braking or &...
Page 297: Abs Self-Check
7-35 Starting and operating/Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system & ABS self-check Electronic Brake Force Dis- CAUTION tribution (EBD) system Just after the vehicle is started, you may . The ABS does not always de- feel on the brake pedal a vibration similar crease stopping distance.
Page 298: Steps To Take If Ebd System Malfunctions
Even if both warning lights turn off: ately. The EBD system may be malfunctioning. . If at all in doubt about whether the Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU brakes are operating properly, do dealer and have the system inspected. not drive the vehicle. Have your...
Page 299: Vehicle Dynamics Control System
Vehicle Dynamics Control sys- sily lead to a serious accident. that system performed by an tem unless it is absolutely neces- authorized SUBARU dealer. sary. If you must turn off the . Observe the following precau- Vehicle Dynamics Control sys-...
Page 300: Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor
7-38 Starting and operating/Vehicle Dynamics Control system . Skid Suppression Function – An operating sound from the & Vehicle Dynamics Control engine compartment is heard briefly system monitor The skid suppression function is designed when starting the engine and when to help maintain directional stability by Refer to “Vehicle Dynamics Control warn- driving off after starting the engine.
Page 301 7-39 Starting and operating/Vehicle Dynamics Control system off. ! Traction mode This mode restricts the functions of the Creating an adequate driving wheel slip by Traction Control System and Vehicle Dy- deactivating the Vehicle Dynamics Control namics Control system and thus delays system temporarily may help to escape utilizing their functions as a reaction to from the following situations.
Page 302: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) (U.s.-Spec. Models)
7-40 Starting and operating/Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (U.S.-spec. models) “LOCK”/“OFF” position and restart the Tire pressure monitoring WARNING engine. system (TPMS) (U.S.-spec. . When the Vehicle Dynamics Control . If the low tire pressure warning models) OFF mode is selected, the vehicle’s light illuminates while driving, running performance is comparable never brake suddenly.
Page 303 FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the mph (32 km/h) to start the TPMS SUBARU dealer or other qualified following two conditions: (1) This de- rechecking of the tire inflation service shop as soon as possi- vice may not cause harmful interfer- pressures.
Page 304: Parking Your Vehicle
7-42 Starting and operating/Parking your vehicle & Parking brake (models with- F3-21. Parking your vehicle out electronic parking brake CAUTION system) WARNING To set the parking brake, depress the Never drive while the parking brake brake pedal firmly and hold it down until is set because this will cause un- .
Page 305 – Use tire stops under the tires the vehicle from moving and under the following conditions, the to prevent the vehicle from contact your SUBARU dealer. parking brake will not be released. moving. – The ignition switch is in the .
Page 306 SUBARU This can occur: brake parts will wear down faster or dealer and have your SUBARU dealer – If the brakes are extremely hot. the brake may not work sufficiently release the parking brake.
Page 307: Parking Tips
Immediately stop your vehicle in ture in a closed vehicle could the nearest safe location and con- quickly become high enough to tact your SUBARU dealer. cause severe or possibly fatal injuries to people. If a malfunction occurs in the electronic .
Page 308: Auto Vehicle Hold Function (Models With Electronic Parking Brake System)
7-46 Starting and operating/Auto Vehicle Hold function (models with electronic parking brake system) Auto Vehicle Hold function and other obstructions on the loading ground when parking. The under- (models with electronic park- . When using the Auto Vehicle spoilers could be damaged by con- Hold function, do not release the ing brake system) tact with them.
Page 309: To Turn On/Off The Auto Vehicle Hold Function
7-47 Starting and operating/Auto Vehicle Hold function (models with electronic parking brake system) NOTE NOTE We recommend turning on the Auto . If you press and hold the Auto Vehicle Hold function when stopping Vehicle Hold switch for more than 30 on an incline.
Page 310: To Release The Auto Vehicle Hold Function
7-48 Starting and operating/Auto Vehicle Hold function (models with electronic parking brake system) When the Auto Vehicle Hold function is electronic parking brake indicator light is released, the Auto Vehicle Hold operation off. indicator light will turn off. – Depress the accelerator pedal with the driver’s seatbelt fastened and with Under any of the following conditions, the the doors closed.
Page 311: Hill Start Assist System
Starting and operating/Hill start assist system may have a malfunction. Contact your Hill start assist system NOTE SUBARU dealer for an inspection. For models with the electronic parking . You may hear a sound while the Auto brake system: WARNING Vehicle Hold function is keeping your .
Page 312 7-50 Starting and operating/Hill start assist system . When depressing both the clutch pedal and the brake pedal (MT models). . When the vehicle has stopped with the brake pedal depressed (CVT models). Braking power is maintained temporarily (for approximately 2 seconds) by the Hill start assist system after the brake pedal is released.
Page 313: To Activate/Deactivate The Hill Start Assist System
7-51 Starting and operating/Hill start assist system Hill start assist OFF indicator light is CAUTION illuminated (models without the electronic parking brake system). When starting on an uphill grade, make sure the Hill start assist OFF When using the Hill start assist system, a indicator light is off.
Page 314 7-52 Starting and operating/Hill start assist system ! To reactivate To reactivate the Hill start assist system, repeat steps 1 to 8. When the Hill start assist system is activated, the Hill start assist OFF indicator light turns off. & Hill start assist warning light/ Hill start assist OFF indicator light (models without the electronic parking brake sys-...
Page 315: Cruise Control
20 system. We recommend that you con- mph (30 km/h) or more. tact your SUBARU dealer for an inspec- tion. WARNING . Make sure the cruise control system...
Page 316: To Temporarily Cancel The Cruise Control
7-54 Starting and operating/Cruise control nation meter will appear. tion to the “D” indication. 2. Depress the accelerator pedal until the & To temporarily cancel the vehicle reaches the desired speed. cruise control You can temporarily cancel the cruise control in the following ways. Cruise control set indicator At this time, the cruise control set indicator appears in the combination meter.
Page 317: To Turn Off The Cruise Control
7-55 Starting and operating/Cruise control & To turn off the cruise control You can increase the set speed 1 mph (1.6 shifted into the “N” position, the km/h) or 1 km/h (0.6 mph) each time by engine brake will no longer work. There are two ways to turn off the cruise pressing the “RES/SET”...
Page 318: Cruise Control Indicator
7-56 Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA BSD/RCTA (if equipped) ! To decrease the speed (by the “RES/ ! To decrease the speed (by brake pedal) SET” switch) 1. Depress the brake pedal to release The BSD/RCTA consists of rear corner radar with Blind Spot Detection and Rear cruise control temporarily.
Page 319: System Features
7-57 Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA in a neighboring lane or approach- ! Lane Change Assist (LCA) ! Blind Spot Detection (BSD) ing from either side. The driver is responsible for paying attention to the rear and side areas of the vehicle. &...
Page 320 7-58 Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA ! Limitations of the detectability of ! Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) reversing the vehicle. RCTA Since the detectability of RCTA is limited, the RCTA may not operate properly in angled parking. Operating range Example 2 The system notifies the driver of another The detection range of the radar sensors vehicle approaching from either side when...
Page 321: System Operation
– When the radar sensor becomes SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. significantly misaligned (If the or- . The ignition switch is in the “ON” ientation of the radar sensor is position.
Page 322: Bsd/Rcta Approach Indicator Light/Warning Buzzer
7-60 Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA the radar may not reflect (vehicles screen until the update is complete. The indicator light will illuminate when a with lower body height such as vehicle approaching from behind is de- sports cars or a trailer with no tected.
Page 323 7-61 Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA RCTA approach indicator light will not are driving on the far side of each lane. be reduced. For details about the – When several narrowly-spaced ve- illumination brightness control dial, hicles are approaching in a row refer to “Illumination brightness con- –...
Page 324: Bsd/Rcta Off Indicator
This display appears when a malfunction ity of the radar sensors is reduced. Once . When abnormal voltage exists for the occurs in the system. Contact a SUBARU the condition is corrected, the system will vehicle battery dealer and have the system inspected.
Page 325: Bsd/Rcta Off Switch
7-63 Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA & BSD/RCTA OFF switch on the combination meter display (color & Certification for the BSD/ LCD). RCTA Press the switch again to activate the BSD/ . U.S.-spec. models RCTA. The BSD/RCTA OFF indicator disappears. FCC ID: OAYSRR3A NOTE CAUTION .
Page 326 7-64 Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA . Canada-spec. models . Mexico-spec. models C e r t i f i c a d o d e h o m o l o g a c i o n : RLVCOSR15-0442 Continental SRR3-A...
Page 327: Handling Of Radar Sensors
Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA & Handling of radar sensors around the radar sensors requires CAUTION repair, paintwork or replacement, con- tact your SUBARU dealer for assis- To ensure correct operation of the tance. BSD/RCTA, observe the following precautions. – Always keep the bumper surface near the radar sensors clean.
Page 328: Reverse Automatic Braking (Rab) System (If Equipped)
Starting and operating/Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) system development. SUBARU and third Reverse Automatic Braking present. parties contracted by SUBARU will (RAB) system (if equipped) . The system is not designed to not disclose or provide the acquired detect people (including chil-...
Page 329 7-67 Starting and operating/Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) system ! Detecting range Detecting range (width): Approximately 6 in (15 cm) outside of the vehicle width Range that the system cannot detect: Approximately 20 in (50 cm) behind the rear of the vehicle Detecting range (length): Approximately 5 ft (1.5 m) from the rear of the vehicle WARNING...
Page 330: Operating Conditions
– Display Icon on/off Function Braking (RAB) system cannot be oper- ing conditions are met. ated. Promptly contact a SUBARU deal- – Distance Indicator Image er to have the system inspected. – Warning Message .
Page 331 7-69 Starting and operating/Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) system – Objects that are too close to the – Vehicle detection equipment or a Vehicle conditions: rear bumper when the select lever is sonar from another vehicle – The vehicle is significantly in- set to the “R”...
Page 332: Reverse Automatic Braking (Rab) System Operation
7-70 Starting and operating/Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) system – The brake warning light is illumi- nated. & Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) system operation When the Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) system is in operation, the range between the vehicle and the detected object will be indicated on the multi- function display (color LCD).
Page 333 7-71 Starting and operating/Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) system Guideline of detecting range ! Obstacle detected and Alert level Alert level Range of detected object* Distance indicator Alarm pattern Long proximity alert 35 in (90 cm) or more Green No warning sound (object detected) Medium proximity alert (approaching the...
Page 334 7-72 Starting and operating/Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) system ! Object close behind warning Medium and close proximity alert (ap- Closest proximity alert (too close to the proaching the object and approaching object) Automatic braking warning closer to the object) Red: 20 in (50 cm) or less If the vehicle continues to go in reverse, Orange: 20 to 28 in (50 to 70 cm) When an object is detected in the rever-...
Page 335 7-73 Starting and operating/Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) system OFF indicator illuminates. may not remain stopped, possibly leading to an unexpected accident. – There is ice, snow, mud, or other substance on the sonar sensors. – The select lever was shifted to “R” ! After the vehicle is stopped by the when there is an obstacle located close to system...
Page 336: Canceling The Reverse Automatic Braking (Rab) System Operation
7-74 Starting and operating/Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) system bumper when the select lever is set & Reverse Automatic Braking NOTE to the “R” position. (RAB) system ON/OFF setting The Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) – The system detects sounds of a While the select lever is shifted to the “R”...
Page 337: Rab Warning Indicator
The 4 sonar sensors are located in the rear strong impact is applied to the rear bumper. To ensure the proper operation of bumper, contact a SUBARU dealer to the Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) have the system inspected. system, observe the following precau- .
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Page 339: Driving Tips
Driving tips Driving on snowy and icy roads......8-8 New vehicle break-in driving – the first 1,000 Corrosion protection..........8-9 miles (1,600 km) ........... 8-2 Snow tires ..............8-9 Fuel economy hints ..........8-2 Tire chains ............8-10 Engine exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ....8-2 Rocking the vehicle ..........
Page 340: New Vehicle Break-In Driving - The First 1,000 Miles (1,600 Km)
Driving tips/New vehicle break-in driving – the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) New vehicle break-in driving – Fuel economy hints Engine exhaust gas (carbon the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) monoxide) The following suggestions will help to save fuel. The performance and long life of your WARNING .
Page 341: Catalytic Converter
SUBARU dealer. engine has been shut off. This sound is . Do not apply undercoating or rust normal.
Page 342: Periodic Inspections
Driving tips/Periodic inspections Periodic inspections Driving in foreign countries WARNING . Avoid fire hazards. Do not drive To keep your vehicle in the best condition When planning to use your vehicle in or park the vehicle anywhere at all times, always have the recom- another country: near flammable materials (e.g., mended maintenance services listed in...
Page 343: Driving Tips For Awd Models
SUBARU AWD can also provide same for following items. and it can lead to an accident. added traction during acceleration and...
Page 344: Driving Precaution
Driving tips/Driving precaution conditions than a two wheel drive vehicle. Driving precaution Winter driving There is little difference in handling, how- ever, during extremely sharp turns or & Operation during cold weath- Water entering the engine air intake or the sudden braking.
Page 345 Driving tips/Winter driving If you fill the reservoir tank with a fluid with freeze agents should be used running. a different concentration from the one only if they provide cold weather used previously, purge the old fluid from protection without damaging CAUTION the piping between the reservoir tank and your vehicle’s paint, wiper blades...
Page 346: Driving On Snowy And Icy Roads
After the windshield gets warmed slippery roads such as snowy or icy If your SUBARU is not going to be used for enough to melt the frozen snow on it, wash roads. This may cause loss of vehi- it away using the windshield washer.
Page 347: Corrosion Protection
Driving tips/Winter driving We recommend use of non-freezing type (a) Size and it can lead to an accident. wiper blades (winter blades) during the (b) Speed symbol . Do not use a combination of seasons you could have snow and freez- radial, belted bias or bias tires (c) Load index ing temperatures.
Page 348: Tire Chains
8-10 Driving tips/Loading your vehicle & Tire chains cause you are using a traction device Loading your vehicle could easily lead to a serious accident. CAUTION & Rocking the vehicle You cannot use tire chains on your If you must rock the vehicle to free it from vehicle because of the lack of clear- snow, sand, or mud, depress the accel- ance between the tires and vehicle...
Page 349: Vehicle Capacity Weight
8-11 Driving tips/Loading your vehicle & Vehicle capacity weight . To prevent cargo and luggage clutch, brake, or accelerator ped- from sliding forward during brak- al and prevent the pedals from ing, do not stack anything in the being depressed properly, block enlarged trunk.
Page 350: Gvwr And Gawr (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating And Gross Axle Weight Rating)
8-12 Driving tips/Loading your vehicle & GVWR and GAWR (Gross Ve- capacity weight. & Roof molding and crossbar (if hicle Weight Rating and equipped) In addition, the total weight applied to each Gross Axle Weight Rating) axle (GAW) must never exceed the GAWR.
Page 351 8-13 Driving tips/Loading your vehicle basket, etc., follow the manufacturer’s Each of the two roof moldings has two the vehicle and create a safety instructions of the load capacity and make mounting points for crossbars. Each hazard. sure that the attachments are securely mounting point is fitted with a cover.
Page 352: Trailer Towing
Therefore, never tow a trailer with your vehicle. SUBARU assumes no responsibility for injuries or vehicle damage that may result from trailer towing, from any trailer towing equipment or from any errors or omissions in the instructions accompanying such equipment.
Page 353: In Case Of Emergency
In case of emergency Towing ..............9-13 If you park your vehicle in case of an emergency............9-2 Towing and tie-down hooks/holes ......9-13 Using a flat-bed truck ........... 9-16 Temporary spare tire ..........9-2 Towing with all wheels on the ground ....9-17 Maintenance tools...........
Page 354: If You Park Your Vehicle In Case Of An Emergency
This indicates the tire pressure 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 sys- Use the hazard warning flasher in day or tem resetting.
Page 355: Maintenance Tools
In case of emergency/Maintenance tools The temporary spare tire is smaller and Maintenance tools lighter than a conventional tire and is designed for emergency use only. Re- Your vehicle is equipped with the following move the temporary spare tire and re- maintenance tools.
Page 356: Flat Tires
In case of emergency/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 WARNING .
Page 357 “Temporary spare tire” F9-2 and NOTE “Maintenance tools” F9-3. strictly follow the instructions. Contact a SUBARU dealer when jacking NOTE up the vehicle using a garage jack. Make sure that the jack is well lubri- 1. Park on a hard, level surface, when- cated before using it.
Page 358 In case of emergency/Flat tires 10. Remove the wheel nuts and the flat tire. Turn the jackscrew by hand until the jack 7. Loosen the wheel nuts using the wheel head engages firmly into the jack-up point. nut wrench but do not remove the nuts. Jack-up points 11.
Page 359 . Clean the threaded parts with a cloth and check the conditions there. CAUTION If the threaded part was damaged, you should immediately contact your SUBARU dealer. 12. Put on the spare tire. Replace the wheel nuts. Tighten them by hand. WARNING Except STI 14.
Page 360: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) (U.s.-Spec. Models)
& Tire pressure monitoring light illuminates while driving, to monitor all four road wheels. system (TPMS) (U.S.-spec. never brake suddenly. Instead, Contact your SUBARU dealer as models) perform the following procedure. soon as possible for tire and (1) Keep driving straight ahead...
Page 361: Jump Starting
WARNING SUBARU dealer to have the sys- . Be sure the jumper cables and tem inspected. clamps on them do not have . Battery fluid is SULFURIC ACID.
Page 362: How To Jump Start
9-10 In case of emergency/Jump starting & How to jump start 1. Make sure the booster battery is 12 volts and the negative terminal is grounded. 2. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, do not let the two vehicles touch. 3.
Page 363 9-11 In case of emergency/Jump starting (1) Connect one jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal on the discharged battery. (2) Connect the other end of the jumper cable to the positive (+) term- inal of the booster battery. (3) Connect one end of the other cable to the negative (−) terminal of the booster battery.
Page 364: Engine Overheating
. Turn off the engine and get everyone down and turning it. away from the vehicle until it cools down. . Contact an authorized SUBARU deal- Temperature gauge Normal operating range If temperature gauge stays in the over- heated zone, turn off the engine.
Page 365: Towing
Never tow AWD models (both CVT If towing is necessary, it is best done by and MT models) with the front your SUBARU dealer or a commercial wheels raised off the ground while towing service. Observe the following the rear wheels are on the ground, or procedures for safety.
Page 366 9-14 In case of emergency/Towing the vehicle and stow it in the tool bucket. Rear towing hook: Fit the towing hook cover on the bumper. 1. Take the towing hook, screwdriver and wheel nut wrench out of the tool bucket. WARNING .
Page 367 9-15 In case of emergency/Towing After towing, remove the towing hook from Front tie-down hooks: the vehicle and stow it in the tool bucket. Fit the towing hook cover on the bumper. WARNING Do not use the towing hook except when towing your vehicle.
Page 368: Using A Flat-Bed Truck
9-16 In case of emergency/Towing Rear tie-down holes: plugs. After using the rear tie-down holes, 2. Apply the parking brake firmly. return the plugs to their original places. 3. Secure the vehicle onto the carrier properly with safety chains. Each safety WARNING chain should be equally tightened and care must be taken not to pull the chains so...
Page 369: Towing With All Wheels On The Ground
9-17 In case of emergency/Towing & Towing with all wheels on the . Remember that the brake booster so could overheat the brake. ground and power steering do not func- . Drive carefully and do not make tion when the engine is not run- an impact on the towing rope by ning.
Page 370: Access Key Fob - If Access Key Fob Does Not Operate Properly
(models with electronic parking brake CAUTION system) Keep metallic objects, magnetic Contact your SUBARU dealer and have sources and signal transmitters your SUBARU dealer release the electro- away from the area between the nic parking brake. access key fob and the push-button ignition switch.
Page 371: Switching Power Status
If the power does not switch even buttons facing you, and touch the push- though the above procedure was fol- button ignition switch with it. lowed precisely, contact your SUBARU When the communication between the dealer. access key fob and the vehicle is com- pleted, a chime (ding) will sound.
Page 372: Moonroof (If Equipped) - If The Moonroof Does Not Close
If the engine does not start even though the above procedure was followed precisely, contact your SUBARU dealer. If the moonroof does not close, we CAUTION recommend that you have the system checked by a SUBARU dealer.
Page 373 9-21 In case of emergency/If your vehicle is involved in an accident Models without “keyless access with push-button start system”: 1. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” or “ACC” position. 2. Restart the engine. Models with “keyless access with push-button start system”: 1.
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Page 375: Appearance Care
Appearance care Cleaning the interior..........10-5 Exterior care............10-2 Seat fabric ............10-5 Washing ............... 10-2 Leather Seat Materials .......... 10-5 Waxing and polishing..........10-3 Synthetic leather upholstery ......... 10-5 Cleaning alloy wheels ........... 10-3 Climate control panel, audio panel, instrument Corrosion protection ..........
Page 376: Exterior Care
10-2 Appearance care/Exterior care and dirt off. Exterior care the cover surface may be da- maged. ! Washing the underbody & Washing Chemicals, salts and gravel used for NOTE deicing road surfaces are extremely cor- CAUTION rosive, accelerating the corrosion of un- When having your vehicle washed in an derbody components, such as the exhaust automatic car wash, make sure before-...
Page 377: Waxing And Polishing
When in doubt, it is always best to . Clean the vehicle (including the alloy Always wash and dry the vehicle before contact your SUBARU dealer or an auto wheels) with water as soon as possible waxing and polishing.
Page 378: Corrosion Protection
. It is driven in areas of high humidity, be given an appropriate rust prevention especially when temperatures range just treatment or should be replaced. Contact above freezing. your SUBARU dealer to perform this kind...
Page 379: Cleaning The Interior
Doing so could damage If your SUBARU is to be parked for a long the surface and cause the color to – CONTINUED –...
Page 380: Climate Control Panel, Audio Panel, Instrument Panel, Console Panel, And Switches
10-6 Appearance care/Cleaning the interior & Climate control panel, audio & Monitor panel, instrument panel, con- To clean the audio/navigation/multi-func- sole panel, and switches tion display monitor, wipe it with a silicone cloth or with a soft cloth. If the monitor is Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the climate extremely dirty, clean it with a soft cloth control panel, audio equipment, instru-...
Page 381: Maintenance And Service
Maintenance and service Continuously variable transmission fluid..11-22 Maintenance schedule.......... 11-3 Front differential gear oil (CVT models) and Maintenance precautions ........11-3 rear differential gear oil........11-22 Before checking or servicing in the engine Recommended grade and viscosity..... 11-22 compartment ............11-4 Power steering fluid (STI) ........11-22 When checking or servicing in the engine compartment ............
Page 382 Maintenance and service Tires and wheels..........11-29 Replacing bulbs...........11-44 Types of tires ............11-29 Headlights (models with LED headlights) .... 11-44 Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) High beam headlight (models without LED (if equipped) ............. 11-30 headlights) ............11-44 Tire inspection ............ 11-31 Low beam headlight, front side marker light, parking light and front turn signal light ....
Page 383: Maintenance Schedule
The scheduled maintenance items re- hazardous if improperly used or done by an authorized SUBARU dealer. quired to be serviced at regular intervals handled, for example, battery are shown in the “Warranty and Mainte- If you perform maintenance and service by acid.
Page 384: Before Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment
This may cause a fire. NOTE . When the ignition switch is in the SUBARU does not endorse the use of “ON” position, the cooling fan non-SUBARU approved flushing sys- may operate suddenly even when tems and strongly advises against the engine is stopped.
Page 385: When Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment
11-5 Maintenance and service/Maintenance precautions & When checking or servicing on it, etc. Deformation of the in the engine compartment insulator and its mount may oc- cur. & When checking or servicing in the engine compartment while the engine is running WARNING A running engine can be dangerous.
Page 386: Maintenance Tips
11-6 Maintenance and service/Maintenance tips 3. Remove the entire clip by pulling it up. Maintenance tips ! Type C clips ! Type B clips Some clips and fender linings must be removed before replacing the air cleaner elements or specific bulbs. &...
Page 387 11-7 Maintenance and service/Maintenance tips ! Type D clips ! Type E clips ! Type F clips 1. Turn the clip counterclockwise using a 1. Push the center portion of the clip 1. Pull out the head of the clip using a flat- Phillips screwdriver until the center portion using a Phillips screwdriver until the clip is head screwdriver as shown in the illustra-...
Page 388 11-8 Maintenance and service/Maintenance tips ! Reinstalling clips ! Type C clips ! Type E clips ! Type A clips Insert the clip without the center portion ! Type D clips first and then push the center portion of the clip into the hole.
Page 389: Engine Hood
11-9 Maintenance and service/Engine hood Engine hood ! Type F clips To open the hood: 1. If the wiper blades are lifted off the windshield, return them to their original position. 3. Release the secondary hood release by moving the lever between the front grille Insert the clip without the head first and and the hood toward the left.
Page 390 The engine hood could close suddenly, possibly causing injuries from slamming. . Do not install accessories other than genuine SUBARU parts to the engine hood. If the engine hood becomes too heavy, the stay may not be able to support holding it open.
Page 391: Engine Compartment Overview
11-11 Maintenance and service/Engine compartment overview Power steering fluid reservoir (page 11- Engine compartment overview Brake fluid reservoir/Clutch fluid reservoir & STI (page 11-23) Fuse box (page 11-42) Battery (page 11-41) Windshield washer tank (page 11-38) Engine oil filler cap (page 11-13) Engine coolant reservoir (page 11-17) Engine oil level gauge (page 11-13) Coolant filler tank cap (page 11-17)
Page 392: Except Sti
11-12 Maintenance and service/Engine compartment overview Brake fluid reservoir/Clutch fluid reservoir & Except STI (MT models) (page 11-23) Fuse box (page 11-42) Battery (page 11-41) Windshield washer tank (page 11-38) Engine oil filler cap (page 11-13) Engine coolant reservoir (page 11-17) Radiator cap (page 11-17) Engine oil filter (page 11-15) Engine oil level gauge (page 11-13)
Page 393: Engine Oil
The rate of consumption can be expected, contact your authorized affected by such factors as transmission SUBARU retailer who may perform a test type, driving style, terrain and tempera- under controlled conditions. ture. Under the following conditions, oil...
Page 394 11-14 Maintenance and service/Engine oil Except STI Except STI Oil level gauge Notch Full level Oil filler cap Full level Low level Oil filter Low level Approximately 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter, 0.9 Imp qt) from low level to full level Approximately 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter, 0.9 Imp qt) from low level to full level CAUTION...
Page 395: Changing The Oil And Oil Filter
Fully trained mechanics are on standby gauge to confirm that the oil level is thetic oil, you must use oil of the same at a SUBARU dealer to utilize the correct. classification, viscosity and grade shown special tools, spare parts and recom- For models STI, just after driving or while in this Owner’s Manual.
Page 396: Cooling System
SUBARU until the engine has been shut off SUPER COOLANT. and has cooled down completely. If the SUBARU SUPER COOLANT Since the coolant is under pres- is diluted with another brand or sure, you may suffer serious...
Page 397: Engine Coolant
Except STI necessary between vehicle service visits, shown in the following illustration. Fill up to this level it is recommended that you have your vehicle inspected by an authorized SUBARU dealer to check for leaks, da- – CONTINUED –...
Page 398: Air Cleaner Element
CAUTION the rubber gaskets inside the radiator cap are in the proper position. When replacing the air cleaner ele- ment, use a genuine SUBARU air CAUTION cleaner element. If it is not used, there is the possibility of causing a .
Page 399: Replacing The Air Cleaner Element
“War- ranty and Maintenance Booklet”. Under extremely dusty conditions, replace it more frequently. It is recommended that you always use genuine SUBARU parts. ! STI NOTE It may be difficult to replace the air cleaner element.
Page 400: Spark Plugs
It is recommended that you have the For models except STI, it is unneces- 6. Install in the reverse order of removal. spark plugs replaced by your SUBARU sary to check the deflection of the drive dealer. belt periodically because this engine is...
Page 401: Manual Transmission Oil
Continuing to use the vehicle with cracks, damage or leakage. However, the belt outside of the specification have the oil inspected by your SUBARU may cause the engine to malfunc- dealer according to the maintenance tion and the above components to schedule in the “Warranty and Mainte-...
Page 402: Continuously Variable Transmission Fluid
It is not necessary to check the gear oil cracks, damage or leakage. However, level. Check that there are no cracks, have the fluid inspected by your SUBARU damage or leakage. However, have the oil dealer according to the maintenance inspected by your SUBARU dealer ac- schedule in the “Warranty and Mainte-...
Page 403: Recommended Fluid
If the fluid level is extremely low, it may ately flush them thoroughly with indicate possible leakage. Consult your clean water. For safety, when SUBARU dealer for an inspection. performing this work, wearing eye protection is advisable. WARNING . Brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air.
Page 404: Recommended Brake Fluid
If “MAX” level line you suspect a problem, have the Check the brake fluid level in this area. vehicle checked at your SUBARU “MIN” level line dealer. Check the fluid level monthly. . When you add clutch fluid, be...
Page 405: Recommended Clutch Fluid
SUBARU dealer. at the inboard side of the reservoir cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or 1. With the engine off, depress the brake (shaded area in the illustration).
Page 406: Brake Pedal
Lightly pull the brake pedal up with one finger to check the free play with a force of less than 2 lbf (10 N, 1 kgf). If the free play is not within proper specification, contact your SUBARU deal-...
Page 407: Clutch Pedal (Mt Models)
Lightly depress the clutch pedal down with any sign of slippage. operate as described above, contact your your finger until you feel resistance, and SUBARU dealer. check the free play. If the free play is not within proper specification, contact your SUBARU deal-...
Page 408: Replacement Of Brake Pad And Lining
4. Wait 5 to 10 minutes for the parking pads serviced by your SUBARU dealer as ! Brake pad brake to cool down. Repeat this proce- soon as possible.
Page 409: Parking Brake Stroke (Models Without Electronic Parking Brake System)
If you drive your vehicle on snow-covered brake system checked and adjusted at or icy roads, we strongly recommend the your SUBARU dealer. use of winter (snow) tires. When installing winter tires, be sure to replace all four tires.
Page 410: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) (If Equipped)
In this event, By way of example, the following table go to a SUBARU dealer to have the shows the required tire pressures that system inspected as soon as possible.
Page 411: Tire Inspection
SUBARU dealer as soon as possi- installed on the newly fitted wheels. Have promptly contact a SUBARU dealer ble. this work performed by a SUBARU dealer to have the system inspected. If this light illuminates while driving, following wheel replacement.
Page 412: Tire Pressures And Wear
Drive slowly to when you have parked the vehi- tires are cold. Use a pressure the nearest authorized SUBARU cle for at least three hours or gauge to adjust the tire pressures dealer and have the vehicle in-...
Page 413 11-33 Maintenance and service/Tires and wheels Under inflated tire (tread worn on Over inflated tire (tread worn in Incorrect tire pressures detract from shoulders) the center) controllability and ride comfort, and they cause the tires to wear abnor- mally. Correct tire pressure (tread worn evenly) Rolling resistance is high, so fuel Ride comfort is poor.
Page 414: Wheel Balance
11-34 Maintenance and service/Tires and wheels & Wear indicators adjusted by your SUBARU dealer. WARNING Also have them adjusted after tire Driving at high speeds with repairs and after tire rotation. excessively low tire pressures CAUTION can cause the tires to deform...
Page 415: Rotational Direction Of Tires
11-35 Maintenance and service/Tires and wheels & Rotational direction of tires & Tire rotation WARNING When a tire’s tread wear indi- cator becomes visible, the tire is worn beyond the acceptable limit and you must replace it immediately. With a tire in this condition, driving at high speeds in wet weather can cause the vehicle to hydro-...
Page 416: Tire Replacement
(1,000 km), check the wheel ment. nuts again and retighten any nut that has become loose. For safe vehicle operation, SUBARU recommends replacing all four tires at the & Tire replacement same time. The wheels and tires are important and WARNING integral parts of your vehicle’s design;...
Page 417: Wheel Replacement
SUBARU parts designed for alloy wheels. & Wheel replacement When replacing wheels due, for example, to damage, make sure the replacement...
Page 418: Windshield Washer Fluid
11-38 Maintenance and service/Windshield washer fluid Windshield washer fluid CAUTION . Adjust the washer fluid concen- CAUTION tration appropriately for the out- side temperature. If the concen- Never use engine coolant as washer tration is inappropriate, sprayed fluid because it could cause paint washer fluid may freeze on the damage.
Page 419: Replacement Of Wiper Blades
11-39 Maintenance and service/Replacement of wiper blades & Windshield wiper blade as- Replacement of wiper blades . Return the passenger-side wiper arm to its original position before sembly returning the driver-side wiper Grease, wax, insects, or other material on 1. Raise the wiper arm off the windshield. arm to its original position.
Page 420: Windshield Wiper Blade Rubber
11-40 Maintenance and service/Replacement of wiper blades & Windshield wiper blade rub- Stopper Metal spines 2. Remove the wiper blade assembly by 2. If the new blade rubber is not provided Metal support holding its pivot area and pushing it in the with two metal spines, remove the metal direction shown by the arrow while depres- spines from the old blade rubber and install...
Page 421: Battery
11-41 Maintenance and service/Battery with the grooves in the rubber and slide the Battery . To lessen the risk of sparks, blade rubber assembly into the metal remove rings, metal watchbands, support until it locks. and other metal jewelry. Never WARNING allow metal tools to contact the positive battery terminal and any-...
Page 422: Fuses
11-42 Maintenance and service/Fuses Fuses CAUTION Never replace a fuse with one having a higher rating or with material other than a fuse because serious damage or a fire could result. The fuses are designed to melt during an overload to prevent damage to the wiring harness and electrical equipment.
Page 423: Installation Of Accessories
If a fuse has blown, replace 6. If the same fuse blows again, this indicates that its system has a problem. Contact your SUBARU dealer for repairs. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”/ “OFF” position and turn off all electrical accessories.
Page 424: Replacing Bulbs
Using a bulb of different wattage nates if the LED headlights malfunction. could result in a fire. For the Have your vehicle inspected at a SUBARU specified wattage of each bulb, dealer as soon as possible. refer to “Bulb chart” F12-14.
Page 425: Low Beam Headlight, Front Side Marker Light, Parking Light And Front Turn Signal Light
*: Models without LED headlights 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 Right-hand side bulbs. Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary.
Page 426 11-46 Maintenance and service/Replacing bulbs 2. Stop the engine. ! Low beam headlight 2. Remove the bulb from the headlight assembly by turning it counterclockwise. 3. Remove the clips from the mud guard. 3. Replace the bulb with a new one. At this time, use care not to touch the bulb surface.
Page 427: Front Turn Signal Light (Models With Led Headlights)
11-47 Maintenance and service/Replacing bulbs & Front turn signal light (mod- ! Front side marker light, parking light els with LED headlights) and front turn signal light Front turn signal light 1. Turn the socket counterclockwise and pull it out. 2.
Page 428: Front Fog Light (Models With The Led Front Fog Light)
& Front fog light (models with as illustrated. the LED front fog light) Have the front fog light assembly checked by your SUBARU dealer. & Front fog light (models with- out the LED front fog light) (if equipped) NOTE It may be difficult to replace the bulbs.
Page 429: Rear Combination Lights
11-49 Maintenance and service/Replacing bulbs & Rear combination lights 2. Turn over the mud guard. 4. Remove the bulb by turning it counter- clockwise. 1. Remove the clips from the trunk trim 5. Replace the bulb with a new one. with a flat-head screwdriver.
Page 430: License Plate Light
11-50 Maintenance and service/Replacing bulbs NOTE NOTE Make sure that the “ ” part of the trunk When replacing a bulb of the rear side trim in the illustration does not contact marker light, detach the bulb socket of the trunk lid stay. If the “ ”...
Page 431: Dome Light
CAUTION Replacing the bulb could cause burns since the bulb may be very hot. We recommend that you have the bulb replaced by your SUBARU dealer. & Other bulbs It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary.
Page 432: Replacing Battery
. It is recommended that the battery ter when replacing battery. should be replaced by a SUBARU deal- . Before replacing the battery, re- move any static electricity. . Use a new battery.
Page 433: Replacing Transmitter Battery
11-53 Maintenance and service/Replacing battery & Replacing transmitter battery 2. Wrap a flat-head screwdriver with vinyl 4. Insert a new battery with its positive (+) tape or a cloth, and insert it in the gap to side facing upward as shown in the figure. 1.
Page 434 11-54 Maintenance and service/Replacing battery negative (−) side facing up. 5. Put together the transmitter case by fitting the hooks on the case. 6. Reinstall the transmitter case in the key head. 7. Refit the removed half of the key head. After the battery is replaced, the trans- mitter must be synchronized with the remote keyless entry system’s control...
Page 435: Specifications
Specifications Tires..............12-8 Specifications............12-2 Temporary spare tires ........... 12-9 Dimensions............12-2 Brake disc ............12-9 Engine ..............12-3 Fuses and circuits ..........12-10 Fuel ..............12-3 Fuse panel located in the passenger Engine oil ............. 12-4 compartment ........... 12-10 Manual transmission, front differential and rear Fuse panel located in the engine compartment ...
Page 436: Specifications
12-2 Specifications/Specifications Specifications These specifications are subject to change without notice. & Dimensions in (mm) Overall length 180.9 (4,595) Overall width 70.7 (1,795) Overall height 58.1 (1,475) Wheel base 104.3 (2,650) Front 60.2 (1,530) Tread Rear 60.6 (1,540) 4.9 (125) Ground clearance...
Page 437: Engine
12-3 Specifications/Specifications & Engine Model Except STI Engine model EJ25 (2.5 L, DOHC, turbo) FA20 (2.0 L, DOHC, turbo) Engine type Horizontally opposed, liquid cooled 4 cylinder, 4-stroke petrol engine Displacement cu-in (cc) 150 (2,457) 122 (1,998) Bore 6 Stroke in (mm) 3.92 6 3.11 (99.5 6 79.0) 3.39 6 3.39 (86.0 6 86.0) Compression ratio...
Page 438: Engine Oil
SUBARU dealer. ! Approved engine oil Always use the SUBARU approved engine oil. For further details, please contact your SUBARU dealer. If the approved engine oil is unavailable, use the alternative engine oil described on the next page.
Page 439 12-5 Specifications/Specifications ! Alternative engine oil If the SUBARU approved oil is unavailable, the following alternative oil can be used. NOTE . Each quantity indicated here is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other factors.
Page 440: Manual Transmission, Front Differential And Rear Differential Gear Oil
& Manual transmission, front differential and rear differential gear oil Front differential gear oil (CVT Manual transmission oil Rear differential gear oil models) API classification GL-5 — (75W-90)* API classification GL-5 SUBARU Extra MT* SUBARU Extra MT* grade Except STI API classification GL-5 API classification GL-5 (75W-90)* (75W-90) 75W-90* SAE viscosity No.
Page 441: Fluids
Fluid type* Fluid capacity* Remarks* Continuously variable transmission “Continuously variable trans- Consult your SUBARU dealer. 13.1 US qt (12.4 liters, 10.9 Imp qt) mission fluid” F11-22 fluid (CVT models) FMVSS No. 116, DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake Brake fluid —...
Page 442: Electrical System
12-8 Specifications/Specifications & Electrical system Battery type 75D23L 12 V-110 A Alternator Except STI 12 V-130 A ILFR7H (NGK) Spark plugs ILKAR8H6 (NGK) Except STI & Tires — 245/40R18 97W* 245/35R19 89W Tire size Except STI 235/45R17 94W* 245/40R18 97W —...
Page 443: Temporary Spare Tires
*2: For the wheel nut tightening procedure, refer to “Changing a flat tire” F9-4. & Brake disc If you need information on the usage limit value of brake discs and the method for measuring them, consult your SUBARU dealer.
Page 444: Fuses And Circuits
12-10 Specifications/Fuses and circuits Fuses and circuits Fuse Fuse Circuit panel rating & Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment 20 A R.FOG TRAIL 7.5 A METER IG 15 A DOOR LOCK 10 A Empty 7.5 A 15 A UNIT+B 7.5 A STOP 7.5 A...
Page 445 12-11 Specifications/Fuses and circuits Fuse Fuse Circuit panel rating Empty 10 A AUDIO NAVI 15 A SRS AIR BAG 7.5 A 15 A BLOWER 15 A BLOWER 15 A F.FOG Empty 7.5 A 7.5 A STR LOCK 7.5 A UNIT IG2 –...
Page 446: Fuse Panel Located In The Engine Compartment
12-12 Specifications/Fuses and circuits & Fuse panel located in the engine compartment Fuse Fuse Circuit panel rating ! STI 30 A ABS SOL 25 A MAIN FAN 25 A SUB FAN Empty 25 A AUDIO AMP 30 A H/L LO 15 A H/L HI 20 A...
Page 447 12-13 Specifications/Fuses and circuits ! Except STI Fuse Fuse Circuit panel rating 30 A ABS SOL 25 A MAIN FAN 25 A SUB FAN Empty 25 A AUDIO AMP 30 A H/L LO 15 A H/L HI 20 A BACK UP 15 A HORN 25 A...
Page 448: Bulb Chart
12-14 Specifications/Bulb chart Bulb chart NOTE Lights indicated by letters are the LED (Light Emitting Diode) type. Consult your SUBARU dealer for replacement.
Page 449 12-15 Specifications/Bulb chart WARNING Wattage Bulb No. High beam headlight (models without LED headlights) 12 V-60 W Bulbs may become very hot while Low beam headlight (models without LED headlights) 12 V-55 W illuminated. Before replacing bulbs, turn off the lights and wait until the Parking light (models without LED headlights) 12 V-5 W bulbs cool down.
Page 450: Vehicle Identification
12-16 Specifications/Vehicle identification Vehicle identification number (under the Vehicle identification floor carpet of the right-hand front seat) Emission control label Tire inflation pressure label Certification label Vehicle identification number Model number label Fuel label Air conditioner label...
Page 451: Consumer Information And Reporting Safety Defects
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Uniform tire quality grading standards..... 13-15 For U.S.A............... 13-2 TREADWEAR............13-15 Tire information............. 13-2 TRACTION AA, A, B, C........13-15 Tire labeling............13-2 TEMPERATURE A, B, C........13-15 Recommended tire inflation pressure ....13-4 Reporting safety defects (U.S.A.) ......
Page 452: For U.s.a
13-2 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/For U.S.A. For U.S.A. Tire information Example: & Tire labeling The following information has been Many markings (e.g. Tire size, Tire compiled according to Code of (1) P = Certain tire type used on Identification Number or TIN) are Federal Regulations “Title 49, Part light duty vehicles such as passen-...
Page 453 13-3 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Example: individual elements. WARNING Speed ratings apply only to the tire, not to the vehicle. Putting a speed rated tire on (6) Load Index: A numerical code (1) DOT symbol* any vehicle does not mean which specifies the maximum load (2) Manufacturer’s Identification the vehicle can be operated...
Page 454: Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure
13-4 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information ! Other markings ! Vehicle placard ! Construction type The following makings are also Applicable construction of this tire. placed on the sidewall. For example, “TUBELESS STEEL BELTED RADIAL” ! Maximum permissible infla- tion pressure ! Construction The maximum cold inflation pres-...
Page 455: Glossary Of Tire Terminology
13-5 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information The vehicle placard shows original adjust the tire pressures to the steel wires, wrapped or reinforced tire size, recommended cold tire specific values. Driving even a short by ply cords and that is shaped to fit inflation pressure on each tire at distance warms up the tires and the rim.
Page 456 13-6 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Cord separation Innerliner separation sure to which a tire may be inflated. The parting of cords from adjacent The parting of the innerliner from Maximum load rating rubber compounds. cord material in the carcass. The load rating for a tire at the Cracking Intended outboard sidewall...
Page 457 13-7 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Pneumatic tire Reinforced tire end of this section. A mechanical device made of rub- A tire designed to operate at higher Open splice ber, chemicals, fabric and steel or loads and at higher inflation pres- Any parting at any junction of tread, o t h e r m a t e r i a l s , t h a t , w h e n sures than the corresponding stan-...
Page 458 13-8 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information tread and bead. entially around a tire. to the end of this section) and dividing by 2. Sidewall separation Tread separation Wheel-holding fixture The parting of the rubber compound Pulling away of the tread from the from the cord material in the side- tire carcass.
Page 459 13-9 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Table 1 — Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load for various designated seating capacities Designated seating Vehicle normal load, Occupant distribution in a capacity, number of number of occupants normally loaded vehicle occupants 2 through 4 2 in front.
Page 460: Tire Care - Maintenance And Safety Practices
13-10 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information & Tire care – maintenance and tire pressures and make sure the Cargo capacity = Load limit − (total safety practices wheel nuts are correctly tightened. weight of occupants + total weight For information about the tightening Check on a daily basis that the of optional equipment)
Page 461 13-11 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information occupant weighing 154 lbs (70 kg) Example 1B ! Calculating total and load ca- plus cargo weighing 662 lbs (300 pacities varying seating con- figurations kg). Calculate the total weight. Calculate the available load capa- city as shown in the following examples: Example 1A...
Page 462 13-12 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Calculate the available load ca- 176 lbs (80 kg)). pacity. Calculate the total weight. The total weight now exceeds the capacity weight by 92 lbs (42 kg), so the cargo weight must be Calculate the available load ca- reduced by 92 lbs (42 kg) or more.
Page 463: Determining Compatibility Of Tire And Vehicle Load Capacities
13-13 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Example 2B child to use, the calculations are as reduced by 22 lbs (10 kg) or more. follows: CAUTION & Determining compatibility of Calculate the total weight. tire and vehicle load capaci- Your vehicle is neither de- ties signed nor intended to be...
Page 464: Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit
13-14 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Determine the combined weight also loaded capacities of the vehi- will shorten vehicle life. of luggage and cargo being loaded cle’s suspension, axles and other Tires could fail. on the vehicle. That weight may not parts of the body.
Page 465: Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards
13-15 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Uniform tire quality grading standards Uniform tire quality grading form to Federal Safety Require- cified government test surfaces of standards ments in addition to these grades. asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor- &...
Page 466: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s.a.)
Subaru of America, Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1- 888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424- 9153); go to http://www.safercar.
Page 467: How To Contact Transport Canada In Order To Report A Safety Concern Relating To The Vehicle (Canada)
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/How to contact Transport Canada in order to report a safety concern relating to 13-17 the vehicle (Canada) How to contact Transport Canada in order to report a safety concern relating to the vehicle (Canada)
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Page 469: Index
Index...
Page 470 14-2 Index Auto-dimming mirror/compass......3-77, 3-78 Abbreviation ..............3 Automatic headlight beam leveler......... 3-73 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ........7-34 Warning light ............3-35 Warning light ............3-20 Automatic Locking Retractor/Emergency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR)..........1-13 Access key Automatic transmission Warning indicator........... 3-29 Oil temperature warning light (AT OIL TEMP) ....
Page 471 14-3 Index Coolant level............11-17 Brake system ............7-33 Warning light ............3-21 Fluid level (brake fluid).......... 11-23 Braking..............7-32 Fluid level (clutch fluid) ......... 11-24 Tips..............7-32 Fluid level (power steering fluid)......11-22 Breaking-in of new brake pads ........11-28 Fluid level (washer fluid) ........
Page 472 14-4 Index Console ..............6-5 Indicator light ............3-36 Continuously variable transmission (CVT)..... 7-23 Driving Fluid..............11-22 All-Wheel Drive warning light ........3-25 Coolant............11-17, 12-7 AWD vehicles ............8-5 Cooling system............11-16 Car phone/cell phone..........7 Corrosion protection ........... 10-4 Drinking ..............
Page 473 14-5 Index Seat height adjustment (driver’s seat) ......1-4 Overheating ............9-12 Starting & stopping ..........7-9 Fuel ................7-3 Event data recorder ............9 Consumption indicator ........3-47, 3-48 Exterior care ............. 10-2 Economy hints ............8-2 Filler door and cap ..........7-5 Filler lid and cap .............
Page 474 14-6 Index Welcome lighting function ........3-66 Front fog light ............3-35 High Beam Assist Headlight............... 3-35 Indicator light............3-35 High beam............. 3-35 High beam assist function........... 3-67 High Beam Assist........... 3-35 High beam indicator light ..........3-35 Hill start assist OFF ..........3-24 High/low beam change (dimmer) .........
Page 475 14-7 Index Opening trunk ............2-11 Warning chimes and warning indicator ..... 2-14, 3-28 Maintenance When access key does not operate properly..... 2-16 Precautions ............11-3 When access key fob does not operate properly ..9-18 Schedule............... 11-3 Seatbelt ..............1-17 Tips ..............
Page 476 14-8 Index Manual transmission ..........11-21 Rear differential gear..........11-22 RAB (Reverse Automatic Braking) Warning light ............3-17 OFF indicator light ..........3-37 Oil pressure warning light ........... 3-17 Warning indicator ........... 7-75 Outside Warning light ............3-37 Mirror defogger............3-86 RAB warning indicator ..........
Page 477 14-9 Index Warnings..............2 Replacement Access key fob battery .......... 11-52 Seat Brake pad and lining ..........11-28 Fabric ..............10-5 Wiper blades ............11-39 Front..............1-2 Replacing Heater..............1-7 Access key fob battery .......... 11-52 Height adjustment ........... 1-4 Air cleaner element ..........
Page 478 14-10 Index SRS airbag system Tether (child restraint system) ......1-31, 1-34 Monitors ............... 1-64 Tie-down hooks............9-13 Servicing .............. 1-65 Tilt/telescopic steering wheel ........3-88 Warning light ............3-15 Tire..............11-29, 12-8 Starting & stopping engine ..........7-9 Chains ..............8-10 State emission testing (U.S.
Page 479 14-11 Index AT OIL TEMP ............3-18 Under-floor storage compartment......... 6-13 Automatic headlight beam leveler......3-35 USB power supply ............. 6-10 Brake system............3-21 Charge..............3-17 CHECK ENGINE............ 3-16 Door open ............. 3-25 Vanity mirror..............6-4 Driver’s Control Center Differential ......3-36 Light..............
Page 480 14-12 Index Windshield Washer fluid ............11-38 Wiper and washer switches ........3-75 Wiper blades ............11-39 Wiper deicer............3-86 Winter Driving..............8-6 Tires............. 8-9, 11-30 Wiper and washer............3-74 Wiper deicer.............. 3-86...
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Page 488 GAS STATION REFERENCE & & Fuel Fuel tank capacity 15.9 US gal (60 liters, 13.2 Imp gal) ! STI The engine is designed to operate at maximum performance & Engine oil using unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 93 AKI (98 Use only the following oils.

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Table of Contents

Seat, Seatbelt and Srs Airbags

Front Seats

Seat Heater (if Equipped)

Rear Seats

Seatbelts

Front Seatbelt Pretensioners

Child Restraint Systems

SRS Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)

Keys and Doors

Keys

Door Locks

Power Door Locking Switches

Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System (if Equipped)

Remote Keyless Entry System

Anti-Theft System

Windows

Child Safety Locks

Trunk Lid

Moonroof (if Equipped)

Instruments and Controls

Climate Control

Ventilator Control

Climate Control Panel

Automatic Climate Control Operation

Manual Climate Control Operation

Defrosting

Operating Tips for Heater and Air Conditioner

Air Filtration System

Interior Equipment

Starting and Operating

Fuel

State Emission Testing (U.S. Only)

Preparing to Drive

Manual Transmission

Driver's Control Center Differential (C.DIFF/DCCD) (STI)

Continuously Variable Transmission

DRIVE (if Equipped)

Power Steering

Limited Slip Differential (LSD) (STI)

Braking

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)

Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System

Vehicle Dynamics Control System

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (U.S.-Spec. Models)

Parking Your Vehicle

Auto Vehicle Hold Function (Models with Electronic Parking Brake System)

Hill Start Assist System

Cruise Control

BSD/RCTA (if Equipped)

Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) System (if Equipped)

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