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This chapter informs you how to start and operate your SUBARU. Chapter 8: Driving tips This chapter informs you how to drive your SUBARU in various condi tions and explains some safety tips on driving. Chapter 9: In case of emergency This chapter informs you what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or engine overheating.
Page 3: Maintenance And Service
Chapter 11: Maintenance and service Chapter 12: Specifications Chapter 13: Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Chapter 14: Index J Safety warnings WARNING A WARNING indicates a situation in which serious injury or death could result if the warning is ignored. CAUTION A CAUTION indicates a situation in which injury or damage to your vehicle, or both, could result if the caution is ignored.
Page 4 J Safety symbol You will find a circle with a slash through it in this manual. This symbol means Do not", Do not do this", or Do not let this happen", depending upon the context. Safety precautions when driving SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAG WARNING D All persons in the vehicle should fasten their seatbelts BE- FORE the vehicle starts to move.
Page 5 deploys could suffer very serious injuries. Because the SRS air- bag needs enough space for deployment, the driver should al- ways sit upright and well back in the seat as far from the steering wheel as practical while still maintaining full vehicle control and the front passenger should move the seat as far back as possible and sit upright and well back in the seat.
Page 6 THE SRS AIRBAG. D Always use the child safety locks whenever a child rides in the rear seat. Serious injury could result if a child accidentally opened the door and fell out. Refer to the “Door locks” section in chapter 2. D Always lock the passenger’s windows using the lock switch when children are riding in the vehicle.
Page 7 D If at any time you suspect that exhaust fumes are entering the vehicle, have the problem checked and corrected as soon as pos- sible. If you must drive under these conditions, drive only with all windows fully open. D Keep the trunk lid or rear gate closed while driving to prevent exhaust gas from entering the vehicle.
Page 8 If you are taking any drugs, check with your doctor or pharmacist or read the literature that accompanies the medication to determine if the drug you are taking can impair your driving ability. Do not drive after taking any medications that can make you drowsy or otherwise affect your abil ity to safely operate a motor vehicle.
Page 9 MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION Your vehicle should not be modified. Modification could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate govern- mental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from modification may not be covered under warranties. DRIVING WITH PETS Unrestrained pets can interfere with your driving and distract your atten tion from driving.
Page 10: 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 11 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ABS warning light ..............Accessory power socket Adjusting the front seat shoulder belt anchor height Air cleaner element...
Page 12 Center console ..............Charge warning light .
Page 13 Engine ................Engine compartment overview Engine coolant .
Page 14 Hazard warning flasher Headlight ................Heater operation .
Page 15 Main fuse and fusible link Maintenance precautions Maintenance schedule Maintenance tools ..............Manual transmission .
Page 16 Rear combination lights Rear differential gear oil Rear gate (Station wagon) Rear seats ................Rear viscous limited slip differential (LSD) (GT, GT-LTD, OUTBACK-CW and OUTBACK-LTD) Rear window defogger switch...
Page 17 SRS frontal airbag ..............SRS side airbag (if equipped) Starting a flooded engine Starting the engine...
Page 18 Type P119 and P120 audio set (if equipped) Type P121 audio set (if equipped) Unfastening the seatbelt Uniform tire quality grading standards Vanity mirror (if equipped) Vehicle capacity weight Vehicle identification ............. Vehicle with driver’s and front passenger’s SRS airbags and lap/shoulder restraints Ventilator...
Page 19 This manual describes the following types of the Legacy series. HBF016AB HBF017AB HBF018AB HBF019AB...
Page 20 Warranties B Warranties for U.S.A. B Warranties for Canada NOTE This vehicle does not contain mercury devices or parts. – CONTINUED –...
Page 21 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Front seats ..............Seat heater (if equipped) Rear seats .
Page 22: Front Seats
Front seats WARNING D Never adjust the seat while driving to avoid the possibility of loss of vehicle control and of personal injury. D Never drive the vehicle with the head restraints removed be- cause they are designed to reduce the risk of serious neck injury in the event that the vehicle is struck from the rear.
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adults, their risk of being injured from deployment is greater. For that reason, we strongly recommend that ALL children (including those in child seats and those that have outgrown child restraint devices) sit in the REAR seat properly restrained at all times in a child restraint device or in a seatbelt, whichever is appropriate for the child’s age, height and weight.
Page 24: Fore And Aft Adjustment
Put children in the rearseat properly restrained at all times. B Fore and aft adjustment n Manual seat Pull the lever upward and slide the seat to the desired position. Then release the lever and move the seatback and forth to make sure that it is securely locked into place.
Page 25 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags n Power seat (if equipped) HB1060BA To adjust the seat forward or backward, move the control switch for- ward or backward. B Seat cushion angle and height adjustment (Power seat only) HB1078BA HB1062BA To adjust the angle and height of the seat cushion, move the control switch in the corresponding direction.
Page 26 B Reclining the seatback HB1072BA Pull the reclining lever up and adjust the seatback to the desired posi- tion. Then release the lever and make sure the seat is securely locked into place. The seatback placed in a reclined position can spring back upward with force when released.
Page 27 NOTE If the seatback is reclined rearward to the same level as the rear seat cushion with the head restraint removed, a wide flat bed is made available. WARNING D Never drive your car with the seats converted in a flat bed position.
Page 28: Seat Heater (If Equipped)
B Lumbar support (if equipped) Pull the lever forward or backward. Pulling the lever forward will increase the amount of support for your lower back. Seat heater (if equipped) CAUTION D Use of the seat heater for a long period of time while the engine is not running can cause battery discharge.
Page 29: Rear Seats
To turn on the seat heater, push the “LO” or “HI” position on the switch, as desired, depending on the temperature. LO: Normal heating HI: Rapid heating The indicator located on the switch comes on when the seat heater is in operation.
Page 30: Armrest (If Equipped)
D Secure skis and other lengthy items properly to prevent them from being thrown around inside the vehicle and causing serious injury during a sudden stop, a sudden steering or a rapid accel- eration. Sit well back and upright. J Armrest (if equipped) WARNING To avoid the possibility of serious injury, passengers must never be allowed to sit on the center armrest while the vehicle is in mo-...
Page 31: Folding Down The Rear Seat - Station Wagon
B Loading long objects WARNING D Secure long objects properly to prevent them from shooting forward and causing serious injury during a sudden stop or sharp cornering. Tie long objects down with a rope or something equivalent. D Avoid loading objects longer than 6.6 ft (2 m) and heavier than 55 lb (25 kg).
Page 32 B Folding down the seatback HB1022BA HB1023BA Unlock the seatback by pulling the release knob and then fold the seatback down. B Folding down the seat cushion and seatback 1. Move the front seat forward. 2. Close the rear passengers’ cup holder and ashtray. 3.
Page 33 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 4. Store the seatbelts in the seatbelt pocket to prevent them from fal- ling below the cushion. HB1074BB HB1076BB 5. Raise the seat cushion by pulling up the tab. Make certain that the rear passenger’s cup holder is fully retructed before raising the seat cushion.
Page 34 6. Unlock the seatback by pulling the release knob and fold the seat- back down. Confirm that the pin located at the bottom of the seat cushion is inserted into the slot at the top of the seatback. 7. Install the headrest (if so equipped) onto the backside of the seat- back.
Page 35: Seatbelts
Seatbelts J Seatbelt safety tips WARNING D All persons in the vehicle should fasten their seatbelts BE- FORE the vehicle starts to move. Otherwise, the possibility of se- rious injury becomes greater in the event of a sudden stop or ac- cident.
Page 36: Emergency Locking Retractor (Elr) Function
According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions. For instructions and precautions concerning the child restraint system, see the “Child restraint systems” section in this chapter. B Infants or small children Use a child restraint system that is suitable for your vehicle.
Page 37: Automatic Locking Retractor (Alr) Function
J Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) function When securing a child restraint system on the passengers’ seats, the seatbelt must be changed over to the Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode. When the child restraint system is removed, make sure that the retractor operates as an Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR).
Page 38 ing up over the abdomen will increase, and both can result in se- rious internal injury or death. D Do not put cushions or any other materials between occupants and seatbacks or seat cushions. If you do so, the risk of sliding under the lap belt and of lap belt sliding up over the abdomen will increase, and both can result in serious internal injury or death.
Page 39 B Front and rear seatbelts (except rear center seatbelt on station wagon) 1. Adjust the seat position: Driver’s seat: Adjust the seatback to the upright position. Move the seatback as far from the steering wheel as practical while still main- taining full vehicle control.
Page 40 hand side), always check that the webbing is not twisted. D Be sure to fasten both tongue plates to the respective buckles. If the seatbelt is used only as a shoulder belt (with the smaller tongue plate not fastened to the smaller buckle on the right-hand side), it cannot properly restrain the wearer in position in an acci- dent, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.
Page 41 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags HB1033BA 2. After confirming that the webbing is not twisted, insert the smaller tongue plate attached at the webbing end into the buckle (smaller one on the right-hand side) until a click is heard. If the belt stops be- fore reaching the buckle, return the belt slightly and pull it out more slowly.
Page 42: Adjusting The Front Seat Shoulder Belt Anchor Height
J Adjusting the front seat shoulder belt anchor height WARNING When wearing the front seatbelts, make sure the shoulder portion of the webbing does not pass over your neck. If it does, adjust the seatbelt anchor to a lower position. Placing the shoulder belt over the neck may result in neck injury during sudden braking or in a collision.
Page 43: Unfastening The Seatbelt
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags J Unfastening the seatbelt B Except station wagon models’ rear center seatbelt Push HB0303 Push the button on the buckle. Before closing the door, make sure that the belts are retracted proper- ly to avoid catching the belt webbing in the door. B Rear center seatbelt on station wagon Push HS0317...
Page 44 CAUTION D Do not allow the retractor to roll up the seatbelt so quickly. Otherwise, the metal tongue plates may hit against the trim, re- sulting in damaged trim. D Have the seatbelt fully rolled up so that the tongue plates may be neatly stored.
Page 45 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags store the tongue plates in the recess in the retractor neatly and then insert the smaller tongue plate into the slot located at the front of the recess. NOTE When folding down the rear seat cushion, store the seatbelts in the seatbelt pocket to prevent them falling below the cushion.
Page 46: Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
For required servicing of front seatbelt retractors equipped with seatbelt pretensioners, see your nearest SUBARU dealer. D When discarding front seatbelt retractor assemblies or scrap- ping the entire car due to collision damage or for other reasons, consult your SUBARU dealer.
Page 47 SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. D If the front seatbelt retractor assembly or surrounding area has been damaged, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as pos- sible. D When you sell your vehicle, we urge you to explain to the buy- er that it has seatbelt pretensioners by alerting him to the con- tents of this section.
Page 48 D All related wiring In the event of a malfunction indicated by any of following, the vehicle should be taken promptly to your nearest SUBARU dealer to have the system checked. Unless checked and repaired, the seatbelt preten- sioners and airbags will not function reliably: D Flashing or flickering of the indicator light.
Page 49 WARNING D When discarding a seatbelt retractor assembly or scrapping the entire car damaged by a collision, consult your SUBARU deal- D Tampering with or disconnecting the system’s wiring could re- sult in accidental activation of the seatbelt pretensioner and/or airbag or could make the system inoperative, which may result in serious injury.
Page 50: Seatbelt Maintenance
D Installation of a tire of different size and construction from the original tires listed on the tire placard attached to the door jamb. Always consult your SUBARU dealer if you want to install any acces- sory parts to your vehicle.
Page 51: Child Restraint Systems
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Child restraint systems WARNING D Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision, because the child will be caught between the passenger and objects inside the vehicle.
Page 52 Never hold a child on your lap or in your arms in the front passenger’s seat or any other seat. Never install rearward facing child seat in the front passenger’s seat. WARNING D Child restraint systems and seatbelts can become hot in a ve- hicle that has been closed up in sunny weather;...
Page 53 Safety Standards or Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, is compat- ible with your vehicle and is appropriate for the child’s age and size. All child restraint systems are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap portion of a lap/shoulder belt. Children could be endangered in an accident if their child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle.
Page 54 shoulder belt goes in front of the child’s face or neck, put it behind the child restraint system. 3. Insert the tongue plate into the buckle. 4. Take up the slack in the lap belt. 5. Pull out the seatbelt fully from the retractor to change the retractor over from the Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) to the Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) function.
Page 55: Top Strap Anchors
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags J Top strap anchors B Anchorage location HBS061BB HB1077BC Three anchor brackets, i.e., ones for the right, center and left posi- tions, are already installed on the rear parcel shelf (on Sedan) or on the rear edge of the roof (on Staion wagon). –...
Page 56 B To hook the top strap n Sedan CAUTION When the child restraint system is to be secured using the top strap, always pass the top strap under the headrest between the headrest stay posts. If the top strap is routed over the headrest, it may not be properly tensioned, resulting in an unsteady child re- straint.
Page 57 3. Tighten the top strap securely. 4. Reinstall the headrest in such a way that the top strap is routed between the headrest stay posts. n Station wagon CAUTION Always remove the headrest when mounting a child restraint sys- tem with a top strap. Otherwise, it may happen that the top strap cannot be fastened tightly.
Page 58: Built-In Child Restraint (If Equipped)
the cargo area. Avoid placing the headrest in the passenger compart- ment to prevent it from being thrown around in the passenger compartment in a sudden stop or a sharp turn. 2. Fasten the top strap hook of the child restraint to the appropriate anchor bracket.
Page 59 The child restraint is designed for use only by children who weigh be- tween 9.05 kg (20 lb.) and 18.09 kg (40 lb.), whose height is 110 cm (44.3 in.) or less, who are capable of sitting upright alone and whose shoulder height is below the shoulder belt slot.
Page 60 D Snugly adjust the belts provided with this child restraint around your child. D The built-in child restraint should be used for only one child at a time. Using it for two or more children at the same time could result in serious injury or death in an accident.
Page 61 CAUTION Be careful not to damage the belt webbing or hardware. Take care that they do not get caught or pinched in the seatback. The lap-shoulder belts of the built-in child restraint are equipped with an automatic locking retractor (ALR) that automatically locks when both tongue plates are latched into the belt buckle and the belts retract.
Page 62 4. If the left and right halves of the chest clip are fastened together, separate them by squeezing the release tabs. 5. Pull down the seatback part of the removable pad. Make sure the child’s shoulders are at or below the maximum shoulder height indi- cated on the label attached to the seatback.
Page 63 child should use eigher the vehicle’s seatbelts or an approved af- termarket booster seat, if necessary. 6. Press the removable pad against the hook and loop fasteners (VelcroR) and install the pad to the seatback. Make sure the belts go through the slots in the pad.
Page 64 CAUTION If the child restraint belts do not function normally, contact your authorized SUBARU dealer immediately. 1-44...
Page 65 11. Fasten the right and left halves of the chest clip at the level of the child’s armpits. The color green must appear in the indicator window when fastened. If the color red appears in the window, the clip is not securely latched.
Page 66 HBS056BA 15. Move the chest clip to the middle of the child’s chest so that the position of the shoulder portion of each belt is centered on the child’s shoulder. The belts should be away from the child’s face and neck, but not falling off the child’s shoulders.
Page 67 B Storing the built-in child restraint Always properly store the built-in child restraint before using the regu- lar lap-shoulder belt for the rear-center seating position. 1. Fasten the chest clip. 2. Stow the belt buckle into the recess of the child restraint cushion. 3.
Page 68: Srs Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
Periodically inspect the belts, tongue plates, buckle, clip, retractor and anchorages of the built-in child restraint. If these parts are dam- aged and/or do not function properly, contact your authorized SUBARU dealer for replacement parts. *SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) *SRS: This stands for supplemental restraint system.
Page 69 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags For instructions and precautions concerning the seatbelt system, see the “Seatbelts” sections in this chapter. D Do not sit or lean unnecessarily close to the SRS airbag. Be- cause the SRS airbag deploys with considerable speed – faster than the blink of an eye –...
Page 70 times in a child restraint device or in a seatbelt, whichever is ap- propriate for the child’s age, height and weight. Secure ALL types of child restraint devices (including forward facing child seats) in the REAR seats at all times. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions.
Page 71 CAUTION D When the SRS airbag deploys, some smoke will be released. This smoke could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. If you or your pas- sengers have breathing problems after SRS airbag deploys, get fresh air promptly.
Page 72 B Components Airbag control module (including impact sensors) Airbag module (driver’s side) Airbag module (passenger’s side) Front sub sensor (left hand side) Front sub sensor (right hand side) Seatbelt pretensioner (driver’s side) 1-52 Seatbelt pretensioner (passenger’s side) Side airbag module (driver’s side —...
Page 73: Srs Frontal Airbag
J SRS frontal airbag WARNING D NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FACING CHILD SEAT IN THE FRONT SEAT. DOING SO RISKS SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD BY PLACING THE CHILD’S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG. D Never allow a child to stand up, or to kneel on the front pas- senger’s seat, or never hold a child on your lap or in your arms.
Page 74 Never hold a child on your lap or in your arms. Adjust the seatback to upright position. Sit well back and upright. Move the seat as far back as possible. WARNING D Do not put any objects over the steering wheel pad and dash- board.
Page 75 The driver’s SRS frontal airbag is stowed in the center portion of the steering wheel. The passenger’s SRS frontal airbag is stowed near the top of the dashboard under an “SRS AIRBAG” mark. In a moderate to severe frontal collision, the driver’s and front passen- ger’s SRS frontal airbags deploy and supplement the seatbelts by reduc- ing the impact on the driver’s and front passenger’s head and chest.
Page 76 Driver’s side SRS airbags deploy as soon as a collision occurs. After deployment, SRS airbags start to deflate immediately so that the driver’s vision is not obstructed. The SRS airbag can function only when the ignition switch is in the “ON”...
Page 77 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags When the SRS airbag deploys, a sudden, fairly loud inflation noise will be heard and some smoke will be released. These occurrences are normal result of the deployment. This smoke does not indicate a fire in the vehicle.
Page 78 n Examples of the types of accidents in which it is possible that the SRS frontal airbag will deploy. The SRS frontal airbag and seatbelt pretensioner may be activated when the vehicle sustains a hard impact in the undercarriage area from the road surface (such as when the vehicle plunges into a deep ditch, is severely bumped or knocked hard against an obstacle on the road such as a curb).
Page 79 n Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS frontal airbag will basically not deploy. The SRS frontal airbag is basically not designed to deploy if the vehicle is struck from side or from behind, or if it rolls onto its side or roof, or if it is involved in a low-speed frontal collision.
Page 80: Srs Side Airbag (If Equipped)
J SRS side airbag (if equipped) WARNING D The SRS aide airbag is designed as only a supplement to the primary protection provided by the seatbelt. It does not do away with the need to fasten seatbelts. It is also important to wear your seatbelt to help avoid injuries that can result when an occupant is not seated in a proper upright position.
Page 81 Do not sit or learn unnecessary close to the front door. Never allow a child to kneel on the front passenger’s seat facing the side window. WARNING D Do not attach accessories to the door trim or near either SRS side airbags and do not place objects near the SRS side airbags.
Page 82 Do not put any kind of cover over either seatback. The SRS side airbag is stored in the door side of each front seatback, which bears an “SRS AIRBAG” label. In a moderate to severe side impact collision, the SRS side airbag on the impacted side of the vehicle deploys between the occupant and the door panel and supplements the seatbelt by reducing the impact on the occupant’s chest.
Page 83 SRS side airbag deploys as soon as a collision occurs. After deployment, SRS side airbag starts to deflate immedi- ately. The SRS side airbag can function only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. The driver’s and front passenger’s SRS side airbags deploy indepen- dently of each other since each has its own impact sensor.
Page 84 When the SRS side airbag deploys, a sudden, fairly loud inflation noise will be heard and some smoke will be released. These occur- rences are normal result of the deployment. This smoke does not indi- cate a fire in the vehicle. The SRS side airbag is designed to deploy in the event of an accident involving a moderate to severe side impact collision.
Page 85 n Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS side air- bag is unlikely to deploy. There are many types of collisions which might not necessarily require SRS side airbag deployment. In the event of accidents like those illus- trated below, the SRS side airbag may not deploy depending on the level of accident forces involved.
Page 86 n Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS side air- bag will basically not deploy. The SRS side airbag is basically not designed to deploy if the vehicle is involved in a frontal collision or is struck from behind. Examples of such accidents are illustrated below.
Page 87: Srs Airbag System Monitors
D All related wiring In the event of a malfunction indicated by any of following, the vehicle should be taken promptly to your nearest SUBARU dealer to have the system checked. Unless checked and repaired, the SRS airbags will not...
Page 88: Srs Airbag System Servicing
CAUTION If you need service or repair in areas listed below, we recommend that you have an authorized SUBARU dealer perform the work. The SRS airbag control module, impact sensors and airbag modules are stored in these areas.
Page 89: Precautions Against Vehicle Modification
When the components of the SRS airbag system are replaced, use only genuine SUBARU parts. To ensure their long-term reliability, the SRS airbags must be inspected by a SUBARU dealer ten years after the date of manufacture, which is shown on the certification label attached to the driver’s door. NOTE In the following cases, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as pos- sible.
Page 90 D Attachment of any equipment (side steps or side sill protec- tors, etc.) other than SUBARU genuine accessory parts to the side body (only for vehicles with side airbags). Always consult your SUBARU dealer if you want to install any accessory parts to your vehicle. 1-70...
Page 91: Keys And Doors
Keys and doors Keys ................Door locks .
Page 92: Keys
Keys Master key Submaster key Three types of keys are provided for your vehicle. Master key, submaster key and valet key. The master key and submaster key fit all locks on your vehicle. D Ignition switch D Doors D Trunk (sedan) or Rear gate (station wagon) D Glove compartment The valet key fits only the ignition switch and door locks.
Page 93: Keys And Doors
Keys and doors Door locks B Locking and unlocking from the outside n For vehicles with power door locking switches OM-H2394 To lock the door from the outside with the key, turn the key toward the rear. To unlock the door, turn the key toward the front. Lift the outside door handle to open an unlocked door.
Page 94 locked at the same time. Always make sure that all doors and the rear gate are locked before leaving your vehicle. NOTE Make sure that you do not leave the key inside the vehicle before locking the doors from the outside without the key. n For vehicles without power door locking switches OM-H2394 To lock the door from the outside with the key, turn the key toward the...
Page 95 Keys and doors door. To lock the rear door from the outside without the key, rotate the lock lever rearward and then close the door. Always make sure that all doors and the rear gate (station wagon) are locked before leaving your vehicle. NOTE Make sure that you do not leave the key inside the vehicle before locking the doors from the outside without the key.
Page 96: Power Door Locking Switches (If Equipped)
J Power door locking switches (if equipped) HB2008CB HB2009BB All doors and the rear gate (station wagon) can be locked and unlocked by the power door locking switches located at the driver’s side and the front passenger’s side doors. To lock the doors, push the switch forward. To unlock the doors, push the switch rearward.
Page 97: Keyless Entry System (If Equipped)
Keyless entry system (if equipped) CAUTION D Do not expose the transmitter to severe shocks, such as those experienced as a result of dropping or throwing. D Do not take the transmitter apart except when replacing the battery. D Do not get the transmitter wet. If it gets wet, wipe it dry with a cloth immediately.
Page 98 Press to Lock all doors. Press and Hold to activate panic alarm. B Locking the doors Briefly press the “LOCK/ARM” button (for less than two seconds) to lock all doors (and rear gate on the station wagon). The horn will sound one time.
Page 99 button. Unless a button on the remote is pressed, the alarm will be deactivated after approximately 30 seconds. B Selecting audible signal operation Using the horn, the system will give you an audible signal when the doors lock and unlock. If desired, you may turn the audible signal off. To turn the audible signal off, simultaneously depress “LOCK/ARM”...
Page 100 using a phillips screwdriver. 2. Separate the case. 3. Remove the old battery from the holder. 4. Replace with a new battery (Type CR2032 or equivalent) making sure to install the new battery with the positive (+) side facing up. 5.
Page 101 Keys and doors 1. Disarm the security system. (if your vehicle is equipped with the optional security system.) 2. Open the driver’s door and sit in the driver’s seat. 3. Close the driver’s door. HB2032BB 4. Place the ignition key into the ignition switch and cycle the switch from LOCK to ON ten times within 15 seconds.
Page 102 1. Open the driver’s door. 2. Close the driver’s door. 3. Press and release any button on the transmitter that you wish to program into the system. The horn will sound two times to indicate that the transmitter has been programmed. Any additional transmitters can also be programmed at this time.
Page 103: Security System (If Equipped)
Security system (if equipped) The security system helps to protect your vehicle and valuables from theft. The horn sounds and the parking lights flash if someone attempts to break into your vehicle. The starter motor is also interrupted to prevent starting the vehicle without a key.
Page 104 B Arming the system n To arm the system using remote transmitter Press to Arm the system. 1. Close all windows and moonroofs (if so equipped). 2. Remove the key from the ignition switch. 3. Open the doors and get out of the vehicle. 4.
Page 105 Keys and doors n To arm the system using power door locking switches HB2024CC 1. Close all windows and moonroofs (if so equipped). 2. Remove the key from the ignition switch. 3. Open the doors and get out of the vehicle. 4.
Page 106 To unlock all doors (and the rear gate on the station wagon), briefly press the “UNLOCK/DISARM” button a second time. n Emergency disarming If you cannot disarm the system using the transmitter (i.e. the trans- mitter is lost, broken or the transmitter battery is too weak), you can disarm the system without using the transmitter.
Page 107 B Passive arming When passive arming mode has been programmed by the dealer, arming of the system is automatically accomplished without using the remote transmitter. Note that in this mode, DOORS MUST BE MANU- ALLY LOCKED. n To enter the passive mode WARNING Do not disconnect or tamper with any yellow connector and/or any harness covered with yellow insulation and/or tape.
Page 108 n Arming the system CAUTION In passive mode, the system will automatically activate the alarm but WILL NOT automatically lock the doors. In order to lock the doors you must either lock them as indicated in step 4 below or with the key once they have been closed.
Page 109 Keys and doors B Disarming the system To disarm the system, briefly press the “UNLOCK/DISARM” button on the transmitter. B Tripped sensor identification If the horn sounds four times and the parking lights flash four times when you disarm the system, this indicates that the alarm was trig- gered.
Page 110: Child Safety Locks
Child safety locks WARNING Always use the child safety lock whenever a child rides in the rear seat. Serious injury could result if a child accidentally opened the door and fell out. Each rear door has a child safety lock that prevents the doors from being opened even if the inside door handle is pulled.
Page 111: Windows
Windows J Power windows WARNING D When operating power windows, be extremely careful to pre- vent anyone’s fingers, arms or head from being caught in the window. D Always lock the passengers’ windows using the lock switch when children are riding in the vehicle. D Before leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the ignition switch for safety and never allow an unattended child to remain in the vehicle.
Page 112 HB2008DB All door windows can be controlled by the power window switch clus- ter at the driver side door. n Operating the driver’s window AUTO switch: This switch has two functions. Push the switch down until it clicks and release it, and the window will fully open.
Page 113 Keys and doors B Passengers’ side switches HB2009CB HB2005BB To open the window, push the switch down and hold it until the win- dow reaches the desired position. To close the window, pull the switch up and hold it until the window reaches the desired position. When the lock switch on the power window switch cluster, located on the driver’s side door, is in the “LOCK”...
Page 114: Trunk Lid (Sedan)
Trunk lid (Sedan) WARNING D To prevent dangerous exhaust gas from entering the vehicle, always keep the trunk lid closed while driving. D Help prevent young children from locking themselves in the trunk. When leaving the vehicle, either close all windows and lock all doors or cancel the inside trunk lid release.
Page 115 B To open the trunk lid from inside Pull the trunk lid release lever upward. B To cancel the trunk lid release The inside trunk lid release can be cancelled to help prevent unautho- rized entry into the trunk. To cancel the trunk lid release, set the lid release cancel lever (located on the inside of the trunk lid, mounted to the trunk lid latch) to the “CANCEL”...
Page 116: Rear Gate (Station Wagon)
Rear gate (Station wagon) WARNING To prevent dangerous exhaust gas from entering the vehicle, always keep the rear gate closed while driving. To unlock the rear gate, insert the key in the keyhole and turn it clock- wise. To lock the rear gate, insert the key in the keyhole and turn it coun- terclockwise.
Page 117: Moonroof (If Equipped)
Moonroof (if equipped) WARNING D Never let anyone’s hands, arms, head or any objects protrude from the moonroof. D Before closing the moonroof, make sure that no one’s hands, arms, head or other objects will be accidentally caught in the moonroof.
Page 118 Release the switch after the moonroof has been raised or has been lowered completely. Pushing the switch continuously may cause dam- age to the moonroof. B To open or close the moonroof Push the “Open/Close” switch rearward to open the moonroof. The sun shade will be also opened together with the moonroof.
Page 119: Dual Moonroofs (Station Wagon)
Keys and doors J Dual moonroofs (Station wagon) HB2029AA HB2030AA The front moonroof has a tilting function and the rear moonroof has a sliding function. Both moonroofs operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” posi- tion. HB2006BB To open the moonroof(s) 1.
Page 120 tion. 4. To fully open it, release the switch once, then push the rear side of the switch again and keep it depressed until the full open position is reached. To close the moonroof(s) 1. Push the front side (CLOSE) of the switch. The rear moonroof will slide to close together with the rear sunshade while the switch is being pressed, then stop automatically at a position 5.9 in (15 cm) away from the fully closed position.
Page 121 Keys and doors B Sun shades OM-H2355 n Front sun shade The front sun shade can be slid forward or backward by hand regard- less of the moonroof position. n Rear sun shade The rear sun shade can be slid forward or backward by hand while the rear moonroof is closed.
Page 122 Instruments and controls Ignition switch ............. Key reminder chime .
Page 123 Windshield wiper deicer (if equipped) Mirrors ............... . Inside mirror .
Page 124: Instruments And Controls
Ignition switch WARNING Never turn the ignition switch to “LOCK” while the vehicle is be- ing driven or towed because that will lock the steering wheel, pre- venting steering control. And when the engine is turned off, it takes a much greater effort than usual to steer. The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK, ACC, ON and START.
Page 125 n Automatic transmission vehicles HB4016BA HB2032CA The key can be turned from “ACC” to “LOCK” only when the selector lever is in the “P” position. n Manual transmission vehicles OM-H0144 The key can be turned from “ACC” to “LOCK” only when the key is pushed in while turning it.
Page 126: Key Reminder Chime
B START CAUTION Do not turn the ignition switch to the “START” position while the engine is running. The engine is started in this position. The starter cranks the engine to start it. When the key is released (after the engine has started), the key automatically returns to the “ON”...
Page 127: Hazard Warning Flasher
2. Remove the cover under the steering column using a phillips screwdriver. 3. Turn the ignition key while pressing the key interlock release lever. Take your vehicle to the nearest SUBARU dealer immediately to have the key interlock system repaired. Hazard warning flasher The hazard warning flasher is used to warn other drivers when you have to park your vehicle under emergency conditions.
Page 128: Meters And Gauges
Instruments and controls To turn on the hazard warning flasher, push the hazard warning button on the instrument panel. To turn off the flasher, push the button again. NOTE When the hazard warning flasher is on, the turn signals do not work. Meters and gauges HBF024CB J Speedometer...
Page 129: Fuel Gauge
This meter displays the odometer and trip meter when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. To change the mode indication, briefly push the knob. The odometer shows the total distance that the vehicle has been driven. The trip meter shows the distance that the vehicle has been driven since you last set it to zero.
Page 130: Temperature Gauge
J Temperature gauge CAUTION If the pointer exceeds the normal operating range, safely stop the vehicle as soon as possible. See “In case of emergency” in this manual. The temperature gauge shows engine coolant temperature when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. The coolant temperature will vary in accordance with the outside temper- ature and driving conditions.
Page 131: Warning And Indicator Lights
If any lights fail to come on, it indicates a burned-out bulb or a malfunc- tion of the corresponding system. Consult your authorized SUBARU dealer for repair. J Seatbelt warning light and chime When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the seatbelt warning light will come on and the reminder chime will sound for about six seconds to remind the driver to fasten the seatbelt.
Page 132: Check Engine Warning Light/Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Make sure nothing is interfering with the sealing of the cap. Tightening the cap will not make the CHECK ENGINE warning light turn off immediately. It may take several driving trips. If the light does not go out, take your vehicle to your authorized SUBARU dealer immediately. Instruments and controls –...
Page 133: Charge Warning Light
If the belt is loose, broken or if the belt is in good condition but the light remains on, contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. J Oil pressure warning light CAUTION Do not operate the engine with the oil pressure warning light on.
Page 134: Abs Warning Light
SUBARU dealer immediately. J AT OIL TEMPerature warning light (for AT vehicles) If this light comes on when the engine is running, it may indicate that the automatic transmission fluid temperature is too hot.
Page 135: Brake System Warning Light
D Driving with the brake system warning light on is dangerous. This indicates your brake system may not be working properly. If the light remains on, have the brakes inspected by a SUBARU dealer immediately. D If at all in doubt about whether the brakes are operating prop- erly, do not drive the vehicle.
Page 136: Door Open Warning Lights
“ON”), it could be an indication of leaking of brake fluid or worn brake pads. Have your vehicle checked by a SUBARU dealer immediately. J Door open warning lights The specific door open warning light comes on if any door or the trunk/ rear gate is not fully closed.
Page 137: Shift Position Indicator (For At Vehicles)
J Shift position indicator (for AT vehicles) This indicator shows the position of the shift lever. J Turn signal indicator lights These lights show the operation of the turn signal or lane change signal. If the indicator lights do not blink or blink rapidly, the turn signal bulb may be burned out.
Page 138: Light Control Switch
Light control switch WARNING To prevent battery discharge resulting from accidentally leaving your lights on when your vehicle is parked, the light switch oper- ates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. In any other position, the vehicle’s lights will be out. If you park your vehicle on a roadside at night, use the hazard warning flasher to alert the other drivers.
Page 139: Daytime Running Light System
B High/low beam change (dimmer) To change from low beam to high beam, push the turn signal lever forward. When the headlights are on high beam, the high beam indi- cator light “a” on the instrument panel is also on. To switch back to low beam, pull the lever back to the detent position.
Page 140: Turn Signal Lever
Turn signal lever Right turn Left turn To activate the right turn signal, push the turn signal lever up. To activate the left turn signal, push the turn signal lever down. When the turn is fin- ished, the lever will return automatically. If the lever does not return after cornering, return the lever to the neutral position by hand.
Page 141: Parking Light Switch
When the lighting switch is in the “p” or “a” position, you can adjust brightness of the instrument panel illumination for better visibility. To brighten, turn the control dial counterclockwise. To darken, turn the control dial clockwise. Parking light switch The parking light switch operates regardless of the ignition switch posi- tion.
Page 142: Fog Light Switch (If Equipped)
Fog light switch (if equipped) The fog lights operate only when the headlights are on low beam. Push the fog light switch to turn the fog lights on. Press the switch again to turn them off. The indicator light located on the switch will illuminate when the fog lights are on.
Page 143 D Use clean water if windshield washer fluid is unavailable. In areas where water freezes in winter, use SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid or the equivalent. (See “Windshield washer fluid” section in chapter 11.) Also, when driving the vehicle when there are freezing tempera- tures, use non-freezing type wiper blades.
Page 144: Windshield Wiper And Washer Switches
windshield or rear window. D Grease, wax, insects or other material on the windshield or the wiper blades results in jerky wiper operation and streaking on the glass. If you cannot remove those streaks after operating the washer or if the wiper operation is jerky, clean the outer surface of the windshield or rear window and the wiper blades using a sponge or soft cloth with a neutral detergent or mild-abrasive cleaner.
Page 145 B Wiper intermittent time control (if equipped) When the wiper switch is in the “ the operating interval of the wiper. B Mist (for a single wipe) For a single wipe of the wipers, pull the lever toward you. The wipers operate until you release the lever.
Page 146: Rear Window Wiper And Washer Switch (If Equipped)
Instruments and controls J Rear window wiper and washer switch (if equipped) HB2021BA B Rear wiper To turn the rear wiper on, turn the knob on the end of the wiper control lever to the “ON” position. To turn the wiper off, return the knob on the end of the lever to the “OFF”...
Page 147: Rear Window Defogger Switch
Rear window defogger switch CAUTION D Do not use sharp instruments or window cleaner containing abrasives to clean the inner surface of the rear window. They may damage the conductors printed on the window. D To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not operate the defogger continuously for any longer than necessary.
Page 148: Windshield Wiper Deicer (If Equipped)
Windshield wiper deicer (if equipped) CAUTION To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not operate the windshield wiper deicer continuously for any longer than neces- sary. The windshield wiper deicer operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. Before turning on the windshield wiper deicer, remove any snow from the windshield.
Page 149: Mirrors
Mirrors Always check that the inside and outside mirrors are properly adjusted before you start driving. J Inside mirror The inside mirror has a day and night position. Pull the tab at the bottom of the mirror toward you for the night position. Push it away for the day position.
Page 150 Instruments and controls D By pressing and releasing the left button, the automatic dimming function is toggled on or off. When the automatic dimming function is on, the auto dimming indicator light (green) located to the right of the button will illuminate. D By pressing and releasing the right button, the compass display is toggled on or off.
Page 151 structures and make certain the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. 3. Press and hold the left button for 3 seconds then release, and the compass will enter the calibration mode. “CAL” and direction will be displayed. 4. Drive slowly in a circle until “CAL” disappears from the display (about two or three circles).
Page 153: Outside Mirrors
J Outside mirrors B 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 changing lanes. Use the inside mirror (or glance backwards) to determine the actual size and distance of objects that you view in convex mir- ror.
Page 154 B Remote control mirror switch (if equipped) The remote control mirrors operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” or “ACC” position. 1. Press either end of the selection switch, “L” for the left, “R” for the right. 2.
Page 155: Tilt Steering Wheel
To turn on the outside mirror defogger, push the switch while the en- gine is running. The indicator light located on the switch will come on when the out- side mirror defogger heater in operation. To turn it off, push the switch again. Tilt steering wheel WARNING Do not adjust the steering wheel tilt position while driving.
Page 156: Horn
1. Adjust the seat position. Refer to the “Front seat” section (chapter 1). 2. Pull the tilt lock lever down. 3. Move the steering wheel to the desired level. 4. Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place. 5.
Page 157 Climate control Ventilator ..............Heating and air conditioning system Heater operation .
Page 158: Ventilator
Ventilator B Center and side ventilators B Adjustable side defroster grille (for driver’s side only) Normal position Side defroster grille The driver’s side defroster grille is adjustable. The normal position as shown in the diagram directs warm air to the side glass. When more rapid defrosting of the windshield is desired, the air flow can be directed temporarily toward the windshield to assist the windshield defroster.
Page 159: Climate Control
Climate control B Air flow section HB5006BA HB5006CA HB5006DA HB5006EA HB5006FA – CONTINUED –...
Page 160: Heating And Air Conditioning System
Heating and air conditioning system B Control panel 1. Temperature control dial 2. Fan speed control dial 3. Air flow control dial 4. Air conditioner button (if equipped) 5. Air inlet selection button 6. Rear window defogger button (Refer to “Rear window defogger” in chapter 3.) n Temperature control dial This dial regulates the temperature of air flow from the air outlets over...
Page 161 : Air flows through the foot outlets and some through the wind- shield defroster outlets. : Air flows through the windshield defroster outlets and foot outlets. : Air flows through the windshield defroster outlets. n Air conditioner button (if equipped) The air conditioner operates only when the engine is running.
Page 162: Heater Operation
HB5008BB ON position: Interior air is recirculated inside the vehicle. Push the air inlet selection button to the ON position. The indicator light will come OFF position: Outside air is drawn into the passenger compartment. Push the air inlet selection button again to the OFF position. The indi- cator light will go off.
Page 163 4. Set the fan speed control dial to the highest speed. NOTE Warm air also comes out from the right and left air outlets. To stop warm air flow from these outlets, turn the corresponding thumb-wheel to the “ B Heating and defrosting To direct warm air toward the floor and the windshield: 1.
Page 164 B Heating To direct warm air toward the floor: 1. Set the air inlet selection button to the “OFF” position 2 Set the air flow control dial to the “ 3. Set the temperature control dial to the most comfortable level. 4.
Page 165 instrument panel and foot outlets. The air from the foot outlets is slightly warmer than from the instrument panel outlets. 1. Set the air inlet selection button to the “OFF” position. 2. Set the air flow control dial to the “ 3.
Page 166: Air Conditioner Operation
J Air conditioner operation B Cooling or dehumidifying HB5016BB For cooling and dehumidification of the passenger compartment, air flows through the instrument panel outlets: 1. Set the air inlet selection button to the “OFF” position. 2. Set the air flow control dial to the “ ”...
Page 167: Operating Tips For Heater And Air Conditioner
Climate control 2. Set the air outlet control dial to the “ ” position. 3. Set the air conditioner button to the “ON” position. 4. Set the temperature control dial to the red area. 5. Set the fan speed control dial at the highest speed. Operating tips for heater and air conditioner B Cleaning ventilator grille HB5019BC...
Page 168 Your air conditioner uses ozone friendly refrigerant HFC134a. There- fore, the method of adding, changing or checking the refrigerant is different from the method for CFC12 (freon). Consult your SUBARU dealer for service. Repairs needed as a result of using the wrong refrigerant are not covered under warranty.
Page 169: Air Filtration System (If Equipped)
Since the filter element is a viscous type, it is unnecessary to clean or wash the element. Have your filter checked or replaced by your SUBARU dealer. Replacement schedule: Every 12 months or 7,500 miles (12,000 km) whichever comes first...
Page 170 Audio Antenna system ............Installation of accessories Audio set .
Page 171: Antenna System
Antenna system B Printed antenna CAUTION Do not use sharp instruments or window cleaner containing abra- sives to clean the inner surface of the window on which the antenna is printed. Doing so may damage the antenna printed on the window. The antenna is printed on the inside of the rear window glass (sedan) or the left side rear quarter window glass (station wagon).
Page 172: Audio
Audio set Your SUBARU may be equipped with one of the following audio sets. See the pages indicated in this section for operating details. The audio type code number is found on the lid of the cassette slot.
Page 173 B Type P121 audio set D Radio operation: refer to page 5-19 D Cassette player operation: refer to page 5-24 D CD (compact disc) player operation: refer to page 5-27 D CD changer control: refer to page 5-30 B Type C117 audio set D Radio operation: refer to page 5-33 D Cassette player operation: refer to page 5-37 D CD player control: refer to page 5-39...
Page 174 B CD player 1 (Optional audio unit — if equipped) D Inserting and removing a disc: refer to page 5-39 B CD player 2 (Optional audio unit — if equipped) D CD (compact disc) player operation: refer to page 5-41 Audio HB5039AA HB5041AA...
Page 175 B In-dash 6 CD auto changer (Optional audio unit — if equipped) HB5040AA D Inserting and removing a disc or all discs: refer to page 5-44...
Page 176: Type P119 And P120 Audio Set (If Equipped)
Type P119 and P120 audio set (if equipped) * The audio type code number is found on the lid of the cassette slot. Type P119: Without weather band Type P120: With weather band The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON”...
Page 177 n Tone and balance control (AUDIO) The volume control dial This dial becomes a control for Bass, Treble, Fader or Balance when you select the appropriate tone and balance control mode. Choose desired volume level for each mode by turning the volume control dial.
Page 178 B Waveband selection n FM/AM selection (P119 type audio set) Push the “BAND” button display indicates which one is currently selected. n FM/AM/Weather band selection (P120 type audio set) Push the “BAND” button (WB) reception. The display indicates which is currently selected. B Stereo indicator The stereo indicator “ST”...
Page 179 Press the “SCAN” button again to cancel the SCAN mode and to stop on any displayed frequency. When the “SCAN” button is pressed for automatic tuning, stations are scanned in the direction of low frequencies to high frequencies only. Automatic tuning may not function properly if the station reception is weakened by distance from the station or proximity to tall buildings and hills.
Page 180: Cassette Player Operation
Cassette player operation Cassette slot Eject button TAPE button TPS (Tape Program Search) Repeat button NOTE D Only use good quality cassettes (cassettes longer than C-90 are not recommended). D Put cassettes back in their boxes immediately after use to protect them from dust and dirt and to prevent the tape from unwinding.
Page 181 B Tape travel indicators These indicate the direction the cassette tape is moving. " : Indicates that the top side of the cassette is being played back. A : Indicates that the bottom side of the cassette is being played back.
Page 182 CD player control (If optional CD player is connected) An optional CD player can be connected to this audio unit. See your SUBARU dealer for more information. For procedures for loading and un- loading CDs, refer to “CD player 1” in this chapter.
Page 183 After insertion, the CD player mode indicator “CD” will come on and playback will start. n When CD is in the CD player Press the “CD” button . The “CD” indicator will come on, and the track number will appear on the display and the CD player will start playback.
Page 184 B Scan (a convenient way to become familiar with a disc) 1. Press the “SCAN” button – The display shows “SCAN” and the track number being scanned. – You hear the first 10 seconds of each track. – The operation is automatically cleared after playing all pro- grams.
Page 185 CD changer control (If optional in dash CD changer is connected) An optional CD changer can be connected to this audio unit. See your SUBARU dealer for more information. For procedures for loading and un- loading CDs, refer to “In-dash 6 CD auto changer” in this chapter. CD button...
Page 186 Audio D If you have loaded fewer than 6 discs, any missing disc is automatically skipped. B Selection of a desired disc Briefly press the “Y” button to skip to the next disc and briefly press the “B” button to skip to the previous disc. n Operation with the in-dash CD changer unit Press the desired “Disc select”...
Page 187 B Scan (a convenient way to become familiar with a disc) 1. Press the “SCAN” button – The display shows “SCAN” and the track number being scanned. – You hear the first 10 seconds of each track. – The operation is automatically cleared after playing all pro- grams.
Page 188: Type P121 Audio Set (If Equipped)
Type P121 audio set (if equipped) * The audio type code number is found on the lid of the cassette slot. The radio will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position. Radio operation FM/AM selection button SCAN button WB (weather band) button Tuning buttons...
Page 189 This dial is used for bass/middle/treble controls when the “AUDIO” button is in the depressed position. It is also used for fader/balance controls when the “FAD/BAL” button Display Control mode Bass control Middle note control Treble control Fader control Balance control Volume control n Tone control The volume control dial...
Page 190 Bass Middle (BAS) (MId) n Fader and balance control The volume control dial dial become the controls for Fader or Balance when you select the appropriate fader and balance control mode. Choose desired setting for each mode by turning the volume control dial.
Page 191 B Stereo indicator The stereo indicator “ST” will come on when an FM stereo broadcast is received. B Weather band button (WB) Push the “WB” button when the radio is off to turn on the radio in the weather band. Press the “WB”...
Page 192 Audio Automatic tuning may not function properly if the station reception is weakened by distance from the station or proximity to tall buildings and hills. B Selecting preset stations Presetting a station with a preset button allows you to select that station in a single operation.
Page 193 Cassette player operation TAPE (cassette player selection) button Cassette slot Eject button TPS button NOTE D Only use good quality cassettes (cassettes longer than C-90 are not recommended). D Put cassettes back in their boxes immediately after use to protect them from dust and dirt and to prevent the tape from unwinding.
Page 194 Audio n When cassette tape is in the player When the “TAPE” button is pressed, the display will show “PLAY” and the player will start playback. B Tape travel indicators These indicate the direction the cassette tape is moving. " : indicates that the top side of the cassette is being played back. A : indicates that the bottom side of the cassette is being played back.
Page 195 n Blank search Press “TPS” button the current selection or to skip to the beginning of the next selection. To use this function, press the “TPS” button to turn on the “TPS” indi- cator. If the fast-forward button “FF” vances the tape to the beginning of the next selection and starts play- ing it.
Page 196: Compact Disc Player Operation
* Noise reduction system manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “Dolby” and the double-D Symbol are trade marks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. B Auto metal sensor The cassette player automatically adjusts for metal or CrO Compact disc player operation SCAN button Disc slot Eject button...
Page 197 After insertion, the DISC indicator “ appear on the display and the player will start playback. NOTE D Make sure to always insert a disc with the label side up. If a disc is inserted with the label side down, it might be ejected or the player might shut off.
Page 198 B Repeat playback Press the “RPT” button repeatedly. The “RPT” indicator will come on and the song will be played continuously. To cancel the repeat mode, press the button again. Then the “RPT” indicator goes out, and normal playback mode is restored.
Page 199 CD changer control (If optional in-dash CD changer is connected) An optional CD changer can be connected to this audio unit. See your SUBARU dealer for more information. For procedures for loading and un- loading CDs, refer to “In-dash 6 CD auto changer” in this chapter. SCAN button...
Page 200 Audio NOTE D If a disc is in the player, the “CD” button is used to change from CD player operation to CD changer operation. Each time the “CD” button is pressed, the operating mode will change alter- nately. D At the end of the disc, the player automatically continues with the next disc.
Page 201 B Fast forwarding and fast reverse n Fast forwarding Press the “"" ” button fast forward the disc. Release the button to stop fast forwarding. If you continue fast forwarding to the end of the disc, the CD changer will automatically stop fast forwarding and start playback beginning with the first track on the current disc.
Page 202: Type C117 Audio Set (If Equipped)
Type C117 audio set (if equipped) * The audio type code number is found on the lid of the cassette slot. The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” positions. Radio operation Tuning buttons SCAN button FM/AM selection button...
Page 203 Choose desired volume level for each mode by turning the volume control dial. The control function returns to volume control mode after about 5 seconds. To change control modes: Each brief press of the “AUDIO” button changes control modes in the following sequence starting from vol- ume control mode.
Page 204 Audio B FM/AM selection button (FM/AM) Push the “FM/AM” button when the radio is on to select FM1, FM2 or AM reception. Each time this button is pressed, the band will change in the following order: The display indicates which one is currently selected. B Stereo indicator The stereo indicator “ST”...
Page 205 B Selecting preset stations Presetting a station with a preset button allows you to select that station in a single operation. Up to six AM, FM1 and FM2 stations each may be preset. B How to preset stations 1. Press the “FM/AM” selection button to select FM1, FM2 or AM reception.
Page 206 Cassette player operation Eject button Cassette slot NOTE D Only use good quality cassettes (cassettes longer than C-90 are not recommended). D Put cassettes back in their boxes immediately after use to protect them from dust and dirt and to prevent the tape from unwinding. D Never expose cassettes to heat, direct sunlight or moisture.
Page 207 " : Indicates that the top side of the cassette is being played back. A : Indicates that the bottom side of the cassette is being played back. B Program switching buttons When the program switching buttons “ pressed at the same time during playback, the tape travel indicators will switch and the player will begin playing back the opposite side of the tape.
Page 208: Cd Player 1 (If Equipped)
CD player operation (if optional CD player is connected) An optional CD player can be connected to this audio unit. See your SUBARU dealer for more information. For CD player operation proce- dures, refer to “CD player 2” in this chapter.
Page 209 CAUTION D Use only music CDs identified by D Do not use CDs listed below which could cause damage to the CD player. D Any disc with a peel-off or seal on it. D Any disc with scratches and/or dust. D Bent disc.
Page 210: Cd Player 2 (If Equipped)
CD player 2 (if equipped) Compact disc player operation Eject button Repeat/random button Scan/top button Disc slot B To playback a compact disc n When CD is not in the player Hold a disc with a finger in the center hole while gripping the edge of the disc, then insert it in to the slot (with the label side up) and the player will automatically pull the disc into position.
Page 211 n When CD is in the player When the “"/ ” button NOTE After the last song finishes, the player will automatically return to track 1 (the first song on the disc). B To stop playback of a CD When the “"/ ” button CD stops playing temporarily.
Page 212 Audio cancel the repeat mode, press the button again. Then the “RPT” indi- cator goes out, and normal playback mode is restored. B Random playback Use this to play the tracks on the disc in random order. During play- back, press the “RPT/RDM” button and hold it in for more than 2 seconds.
Page 213: In-Dash 6 Cd Auto Changer (If Equipped)
In-dash 6 CD auto changer (if equipped) Disc slot Disc indicators (disc No.1 to 6) CAUTION D Do not attempt to insert two or more discs into the slot at a time. Doing so can cause mechanical damage to the CD changer. D Use only music CDs identified by a D Do not use CDs listed below which could cause damage to the CD player.
Page 214 Audio B To insert a disc 1. Press one of the “Disc select” buttons (numbered from 1 to 6) for which the disc indicator light is “OFF”. The Disc indicator lights are located directly above the corresponding “Disc select” buttons. 2.
Page 215 B To remove all discs at one time 1. Press and hold the “Eject” button until all “Disc” indicators begin blinking (about 1.5 seconds), and the first disc will be ejected. 2. When the disc is removed, the next one will be ejected, and so on. B To replace a playing disc with another Simply press the desired one of “Disc select”...
Page 216: Precautions To Observe When Handling A Compact Disc (Cd)
Audio Precautions to observe when handling a compact disc (CD) D To remove a disc from the case, press the center of the case and hold both edges of the disc. If the disc surface is touched directly, contamina- tion could cause poor tone quality. Do not touch the disc surface. D Use a clean disc whenever possible.
Page 217 Interior equipment Interior light ..............Dome/Rear map reading light (if equipped) Spotlight (if equipped) Sun visors...
Page 218: Interior Light
Interior light The interior light switch has three positions: ON: The light stays on continuously. DOOR: Dome light — The light comes on only when any door is opened. Cargo area light (if equipped) — The light comes on only when the rear gate is opened.
Page 219: Interior Equipment
Map light MAP light dimmer switch Main dome light MAP light ON/OFF switch B Dome light ON mode: Pressing the “ON” switch DOOR mode: Pressing the “DOOR” switch to fully illuminate when door is opened and then fade out once door is closed.
Page 220: Spotlight (If Equipped)
NOTE D The switch color will change to indicate position setting. Green indicates current switch while the other switches will be Red. (Map light switches will be Yellow regardless of setting). D Switch indicator lights will shut off when not in use, but will come back on when any switches are touched.
Page 221: Sun Visors
To turn on the spotlight, push the switch. To turn it off, push the switch again. When leaving the vehicle, make sure the light is turned off to avoid bat- tery discharge. Sun visors To block out glare, swing down the visors. To use the sun visor at a side window, swing it down and move it sideways.
Page 222: Vanity Mirror (If Equipped)
J Vanity mirror (if equipped) To use the vanity mirror, swing down the sunvisor and open the vanity mirror cover. B Vanity mirror with light (if equipped) The light beside the vanity mirror comes on when the ignition switch is either in the “ACC”...
Page 223: Center Console
Interior equipment J Glove compartment Unlock Lock HS0090 To open the glove compartment, pull the handle. To close it, push the lid firmly upward. To lock the glove compartment, insert the key and turn it clockwise. J Center console HB6010BA To open the lid, pull up the lock release.
Page 224: Coin Tray
J Coin tray To open the coin tray, pull the upper edge of the lid. J Overhead console (if equipped) CAUTION When your vehicle is parked in the sun or a warm day, the inside of the overhead console heats up. Avoid storing plastic or other heat-vulnerable or flammable articles such as a lighter in the overhead console.
Page 225: Cup Holder
Cup holder CAUTION D When not in use, always keep the holder stored while driving to reduce the risk of injury in the event of a sudden stop or an accident. D Do not pick up a cup from the cup holder or put a cup in the holder while you are driving, as this may distract you and lead to an accident.
Page 226 n In center console HB6009BA The front passenger’s cup holder is built in the center console, beside the parking brake lever. B Rear passenger’s cup holder (if equipped) HB7009CA HB7011AA The rear passenger’s cup holder is located on the lower side of the back of the center console.
Page 227: Cigarette Lighter (If Equipped)
The electrical power socket located on the lower part of the instrument panel can only be used as cigarette lighter socket. A cigarette lighter plug is an optional accessory. It is available from your SUBARU dealer. If smoking is not desired, always put the cap on the socket to prevent any foreign object from entering it.
Page 228: Ashtray
The cigarette lighter operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” and “ACC” positions. To use the cigarette lighter, push in the knob and wait a few moments. It will automatically spring up when ready for use. Ashtray CAUTION Do not use ashtrays as waste receptacles or leave a lighted ciga- rette in an ashtray.
Page 229: Accessory Power Socket
B Front ashtray To open the ashtray, pull the lid out. B Rear ashtray The rear ashtray is located on the upper side of the back of the center console. To open the ashtray, pull the upper edge of the lid. To remove the ashtray for cleaning, open it and pull it out while pushing the inner plate down.
Page 230 CAUTION The electrical power socket located on the lower part of the instrument panel is designed to use only a SUBARU genuine cig- arette lighter plug. Do not use non-genuine cigarette lighter plugs or any “plug-in” type electrical accessories in the socket. Doing so may cause a short-circuit and overheating, resulting in a fire.
Page 231: Convenience Hook
Convenience hook B Coat hook CAUTION Never hang anything on the coat hook that might obstruct the driver’s view or that could cause injury in sudden stops or in a collision. And do not hang items on the coat hook that weigh 2.2 lb (1 kg) or more.
Page 232 Sedan HBF014CB HB7014BD n For sedan models A shopping bag hook is attached to each inner side wall of the trunk near the trunk lid opening. n For station wagon models A shopping bag hook is attached to each side of the cargo area. To use the hook, push the upper portion and the shopping bag hook will appear.
Page 233: Floor Mat (If Equipped)
Floor mat (if equipped) CAUTION Make sure the driver’s floor mat is placed back in its proper loca- tion and correctly secured on its retaining pin. If the floor mat slips forward and interferes with the movement of the pedals dur- ing driving, it could cause an accident.
Page 234 B Using the cover HB7015BA To extend the cover, pull the end of the cover out of the housing, then insert its hooks into the catches as shown. To rewind it, unhook it from the catches and it will rewind automatically. You should hold on to the cover and guide it back into the cover housing while it is rewinding.
Page 235: Cargo Anchorage Eyelets (If Equipped)
To install the cover: Hang the both ends of the cover housing on the cover rails. Make sure that the cover is mounted securely by pulling it up. Cargo anchorage eyelets (if equipped) CAUTION The cargo anchorage eyelets are designed only for securing light cargo.
Page 236: Storage Tray (If Equipped)
Storage tray (if equipped) CAUTION D Always keep the lid of the storage tray closed while driving to reduce the risk of injury in the event of sudden stop or an acci- dent. D Do not store spray cans, containers with flammable or corro- sive liquids or any other dangerous items in the storage tray.
Page 237 Interior equipment Station wagon: Hang the hook provided on the underside of the lid on the rear edge of the roof to keep the lid open. NOTE When storing a flat tire, put the storage tray in the trunk or cargo area.
Page 238 Starting and operating Fuel ................Fuel requirements .
Page 239: Fuel
Fuel CAUTION Use of a fuel which is low in quality or use of an inappropriate fuel additive may cause engine damage. J Fuel requirements B Fuel Octane Rating Your engine is designed to use only unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher.
Page 240: Starting And Operating
Many gasolines are now blended with materials called oxygenates. Use of these fuels can also help keep the air cleaner. SUBARU ap- proves the use of oxygenated blend fuels, such as MTBE (Methyl Ter- tiary Butyl Ether) or ethanol (ethyl or grain alcohol). The blended fuels should contain no more than 15% MTBE or 10% ethanol for the proper operation of your SUBARU.
Page 241: Fuel Filler Lid And Cap
Fuels may cause paint damage, which is not covered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty. D Always use a genuine SUBARU fuel filler cap. If you use the wrong cap, it may not fit or have proper venting, and your fuel...
Page 242 Starting and operating Sedan HB3000BB HBF013DA HB3007BA HB3001BD 1. To open the fuel filler lid, pull the lid release lever up. HB3008BB 2. Remove the fuel filler cap by turning it slowly counterclockwise. – CONTINUED –...
Page 243: State Emission Testing (U.s. Only)
At state inspection time, remember to tell your inspection or service station in advance not to place your Subaru AWD vehicle on a two- wheel dynamometer. Otherwise, serious transmission damage will result.
Page 244: Preparing To Drive
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and states using two- wheel dynamometers in their emission testing programs have EXEMPTED Subaru AWD vehicles from the portion of the testing pro- gram that involves a two-wheel dynamometer. There are some states that use four-wheel dynamometers in their testing programs.
Page 245: Starting The Engine
7. Fasten your seatbelt. Check that your passengers have fastened their seatbelts. 8. Check the operation of the warning and indicator lights when the igni- tion switch is turned to the “ON” position. 9. Check the gauges, indicator and warning lights after starting the en- gine.
Page 246: Starting The Engine For An Automatic Transmission Vehicle
6. Confirm that all warning and indicator lights have gone off after the engine has started. The fuel injection system automatically lowers the idle speed as the engine warms up. J Starting the engine for an automatic transmission ve- hicle CAUTION If you restart the engine while the vehicle is moving, shift the se- lector lever into the “N”...
Page 247: Starting The Engine During Cold Weather Below -4 F (-20 C)
J Starting the engine during cold weather below –4 F (–20 C) If the engine is difficult to start using the normal method (without de- pressing the accelerator pedal), turn the ignition switch to the “START” position while slightly depressing the accelerator pedal. J Starting a flooded engine If the engine does not start, it may be flooded (excessive fuel in the en- gine).
Page 248: Manual Transmission
Manual transmission WARNING Do not drive the vehicle with the clutch disengaged (i.e., when the clutch pedal is depressed) or with the shift lever in the neutral position. Engine braking has no effect in either of these condi- tions and the risk of an accident is consequently increased. CAUTION Shift into reverse ONLY when the vehicle has completely stopped.
Page 249 B Shifting speeds n Recommended shifting speeds The best compromise between fuel economy and vehicle perfor- mance during normal driving is ensured by shifting up at the speeds listed in the following table. Shift up 1st to 2nd 2nd to 3rd 3rd to 4th 4th to 5th n Maximum allowable speeds...
Page 250: Driving Tips
Vehicle type Brighton Gear 30 (48) 50 (81) 71 (115) B Driving tips Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal and do not use the clutch to hold your vehicle at a standstill on an upgrade. Either of those actions may cause clutch damage.
Page 251: Automatic Transmission
Automatic transmission WARNING Do not shift from the “P” or “N” position into the “D”, “3”, “2”, “1” or “R” position while depressing the accelerator pedal. This may cause the vehicle to jump forward or backward. CAUTION D Shift into the “P” or “R” position only after the vehicle is com- pletely stopped.
Page 252: Selector Lever For Automatic Transmission
J Selector lever for automatic transmission The selector lever has seven positions. B P (Park) This position is for parking the vehicle and starting the engine. In this position, the transmission is mechanically locked to prevent the vehicle from rolling freely. When you park the vehicle, first set the parking brake fully, then shift into the “P”...
Page 253 B N (Neutral) WARNING Do not drive the vehicle with the selector lever in the “N” (neutral) position. Engine braking has no effect in this condition and the risk of an accident is consequently increased. This position is for restarting a stalled engine. In this position the wheels and transmission are not locked.
Page 254 Starting and operating shift normally. NOTE In some cases, depressing the brake pedal on a downhill grade does not result in an automatic downshift to 3rd gear. This can happen when the automatic transmission fluid temperature is very low, for example, during driving shortly after the vehicle has been parked for an extended period of time.
Page 255 B Maximum speeds WARNING When shifting down a gear, ensure that the vehicle is not travel- ling at a speed exceeding the Maximum Allowable Speed for the gear which is about to be selected. Failure to observe this pre- caution can lead to engine over-revving and this in turn can result in engine damage.
Page 256: Shift Lock Release
D Similarly, in order to prevent over-revving during deceleration of the vehicle, the transmission will remain in the current gear if the speed of the vehicle is in excess of the Maximum Allowable Speed for the gear to which the selector lever has been moved. B Driving tips D Always apply the foot or parking brake when the vehicle is stopped in the “D”, “3”, “2”, “1”...
Page 257: Rear Viscous Limited Slip Differential (Lsd) (Gt, Gt-Ltd, Outback-Cw And Outback-Ltd)
Take your vehicle to the nearest SUBARU dealer immediately to have the system repaired. Rear viscous limited slip differential (LSD) (GT, GT-LTD, OUTBACK-CW and OUTBACK-LTD) CAUTION D Never start the engine while a tire on one side is jacked up, as the vehicle may move.
Page 258: Brake System
Braking J Braking tips WARNING Never rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving. This can cause dangerous overheating of the brakes and needless wear on the brake pads and linings. B When the brakes get wet When driving in rain or after washing the vehicle, the brakes may get wet.
Page 259: Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators
The disc brake pad wear warning indicators on the disc brakes give a warning noise when the brake pads are worn. If a squeaking or scraping noise is heard from the disc brakes while braking, immediately have your vehicle checked by your SUBARU deal- 7-22 OM-H0163...
Page 260: Abs (Anti-Lock Brake System)
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) WARNING Always use the utmost care in driving – overconfidence because you are driving with an ABS equipped vehicle could easily lead to a serious accident. CAUTION D The ABS system does not always decrease stopping distance. You should always maintain a safe following distance from other vehicles.
Page 261 When the warning light is on, the ABS function shuts down; however, the conventional brake system continues to operate normally. If this occurs, have the ABS system repaired at the first available opportuni- ty by your SUBARU dealer. NOTE If the warning light behavior is as described below, the ABS sys- tem may be considered normal.
Page 262: Parking Your Vehicle
but goes out immediately, remaining off. D The warning light remains on after the engine has been started, but it goes out when the vehicle speed reaches about 8 mph (12 km/h). D The warning light comes on during driving, but it goes out immediately and remains off.
Page 263 while fully pulling up the parking brake lever. HB4001BA To release the parking brake, pull the lever up slightly, press the release button, then lower the lever while keeping the button pressed. When the parking brake is set while the engine is running, the parking brake warning light comes on.
Page 264: Cruise Control (If Equipped)
When parking on a hill, always turn the steering wheel. When the vehicle is headed up the hill, the front wheels should be turned away from the curb. When facing downhill, the front wheels should be turned into the curb. Cruise control (if equipped) WARNING Do not use the cruise control under any of the following condi-...
Page 265 3. Push the control lever downward in the “SET, COAST” direction and release it. Then release the accelerator pedal. The vehicle will maintain the desired speed. Vehicle speed can be temporarily increased while driving with the cruise control activated. Simply depress the accelerator pedal to ac- celerate the vehicle.
Page 266 Starting and operating once. Now the desired speed is set and the vehicle will keep running at that speed without depressing the accelerator pedal. n To decrease the speed 1. Push the control lever downward in the “SET, COAST” direction and hold it until the vehicle reaches the desired speed.
Page 267 Driving tips New vehicle break-in driving – the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) Fuel economy hints ............Engine exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) Catalytic converter .
Page 268: New Vehicle Break-In Driving - The First 1,000 Miles (1,600 Km)
New vehicle break-in driving – the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) The performance and long life of your vehicle are dependent on how you handle and care for your vehicle while it is new. Follow these instructions during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km): D Do not race the engine.
Page 269: Driving Tips
Fuel economy hints The following suggestions will help to save your fuel. D Select the proper gear position for the speed and road conditions. D Avoid sudden acceleration or deceleration. Always accelerate gently until you reach the desired speed. Then try to maintain that speed for as long as possible.
Page 270: Catalytic Converter
D If at any time you suspect that exhaust fumes are entering the vehicle, have the problem checked and corrected as soon as pos- sible. If you must drive under these conditions, drive only with all windows fully open. D Keep the trunk lid or rear gate closed while driving to prevent exhaust gas from entering the vehicle.
Page 271: Periodic Inspections
D Keep your engine tuned-up. If you feel the engine running rough (mis- firing, backfiring or incomplete combustion), have your vehicle checked and repaired by an authorized SUBARU dealer. D Do not apply undercoating or rust prevention treatment to the heat shield of catalytic converter and the exhaust system.
Page 272: Driving Tips For Awd Vehicles
By shifting power between the front and rear wheels, SUBARU AWD can also pro- vide added traction during acceleration, and added engine braking force during deceleration.
Page 273: Off Road Driving
ing. Therefore, when driving down a slope or turning corners, be sure to reduce your speed and maintain an ample distance from other vehicles. D When replacing a tire, make sure you use only the same size, circum- ference, construction, brand, and load range as the original tires listed on the tire placard.
Page 274 Because of the AWD feature and higher ground clearance, your Subaru can be driven on ordinary roads or off-road. But please keep in mind that an AWD Subaru is a passenger car and is neither a con- ventional off-road vehicle nor an all-terrain vehicle. If you do take your...
Page 275 Driving tips bump could jerk the wheel and injure your hands. Instead drive with your fingers and thumbs on the outside of the rim. D If driving through water, such as when crossing shallow streams, first check the depth of the water and the bottom of the stream bed for firmness and ensure that the bed of the stream is flat.
Page 276: Winter Driving
“Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. Remember that damage done to your Subaru while operating it off- road and not using common sense precautions such as those listed above is not eligible for warranty coverage.
Page 277 Keep the door locks from freezing by squirting them with deicer or glycerin. Forcing a frozen door open may damage or separate the rubber weather strips around the door. If the door is frozen, use hot water to melt the ice, and afterwards thoroughly wipe the water away. Use a windshield washer fluid that contains an antifreeze solution.
Page 278 When an antifreeze additive is used, its effect lasts longer if the tank is refilled whenever the fuel level reaches half empty. If your SUBARU is not going to be used for an extended period, it is best to have the fuel tank filled to capacity.
Page 279: Snow Tires
n Wiper operation when snowing Before driving in cold weather, make sure the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield or rear window. If the wiper blades are frozen to the windshield or rear window, use the defroster with the airflow control dial in the “...
Page 280: Tire Chains
D Do not use a combination of radial, belted bias or bias tires since it may cause dangerous handling characteristics and lead to an accident. Your vehicle is equipped with “all season tires” which are designed to provide an adequate measure of traction, handling and braking perfor- mance in year-round driving.
Page 281: Rocking The Vehicle
J Rocking the vehicle If you must rock the vehicle to free it from snow, sand, or mud, depress the accelerator pedal slightly and move the selector lever back and forth between “D” and “R” repeatedly. Do not race the engine. For the best possible traction, avoid spinning the wheels when trying to free the ve- hicle.
Page 282: Vehicle Capacity Weight
injury. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. D Do not place anything on the rear shelf behind the rear seat- back (for sedan) or the extended luggage cover (for station wag- on). Such items could tumble forward in the event of a sudden stop or a collision.
Page 283: Weight Rating)
Driving tips J GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating) HBF019BB The certification label attached to the driver’s side door shows GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) and GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating). The GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) must never exceed the GVWR. GVW is the combined total of weight of the vehicle, fuel, driver, all passengers, luggage, any optional equipment and trailer tongue load.
Page 284: Roof Rail And Crossbar (If Equipped)
GVWR and GAWR limitations. J Roof rail and crossbar (if equipped) CAUTION D For cargo carrying purposes, the roof rail must be used to- gether with a roof crossbar kit and the appropriate carrying at- tachment. The roof rail must never be used alone to carry cargo. Otherwise, damage to the roof or paint or a dangerous road haz- ard due to loss of cargo could result.
Page 285 ing attachment, never exceed the maximum load limit explained below. You should also be careful that your vehicle does not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and front and rear Gross Axle Weight Rat- ing (GAWR). See the “Loading your vehicle” section in this chapter for information on loading cargo into or onto your vehicle.
Page 286 n To remove the crossbar 1. Loosen and remove the T–30 torxR head screw from the top of each crossbar end support. 2. Rotate the lower clamp on the bottom of each end support down- ward approximately 90 . 3. Carefully raise the crossbar from roof rails. n To install the crossbar Front crossbar: Front crossbar has 100 LBS.
Page 287 NOTE It may be necessary to squeeze the lower clamp and the end sup- port together to compress the pads and gain a better alignment of the pieces while trying to start the screw. Use care not to crossthread the screw in the insert. 5.
Page 288: Trailer Hitch (If Equipped)
Trailer hitch (if equipped) WARNING D Never exceed the maximum weight specified for the trailer hitch. Exceeding the maximum weight could cause an accident resulting in serious personal injuries. Permissible trailer weight changes depending on the situation. Refer to the next section “Trailer towing”...
Page 289 B Connecting a trailer 1. Remove the receiver cover from the hitch receiver tube. Then in- sert the ball mount into the hitch receiver tube. 2. Insert the hitch pin into the hole on the hitch receiver tube so that the pin passes through the ball mount.
Page 290 4. Pull the ball mount to make sure it does not come off the hitch re- ceiver. HB8020AA 5. Use only a hitch ball that is appropriate for the ball mount and your trailer. The hitch ball must be securely installed on the ball mount. 6.
Page 291 Driving tips 8. Connect the hitch wire harness’s black four–pin wire connector to the towing trailer’s wire harness HB8021BB 9. Confirm proper function of the hitch wire harness by individually activating the brake, right turn signal, left turn signal, stop, and park- ing lights on the trailer.
Page 292: Trailer Towing
If you do decide to tow a trailer, your safety and satisfaction depend upon proper use of correct equipment and cautious operation of your ve- hicle. Seek the advice of your SUBARU dealer to assist you in purchas- ing a hitch and other necessary towing equipment appropriate for your vehicle.
Page 293 CAUTION D Adequate size trailer brakes are required when the trailer and its cargo exceed 1,000 lbs (453 kg) total weight. D Before towing a trailer, check the trailer total weight, GVW, GAWs and tongue load. Make sure the load and its distribution in your vehicle and trailer are acceptable.
Page 294 n Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) and Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) must never exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) is the combined total of the weight of the vehicle, driver, passengers, luggage, trailer hitch, trailer tongue load and any other optional equipment installed on your vehicle.
Page 295 Gross Axle Weight To check both GVWR and GAWR and to confirm that the total weight and weight distribution are within safe driving limits, you should have your vehicle and trailer weighed at a commercial weighing station. Be sure that all cargo is firmly secured to prevent a change in weight distribution while driving.
Page 296 Tongue load OM-H2785 OM-H2786 The tongue load can be adjusted by proper distribution of the load in the trailer. Never load the trailer with more weight in the back than in the front; approximately 60 percent of the trailer load should be in the front and approximately 40 percent in the rear.
Page 297 Choose a proper hitch for your vehicle and trailer. B OUTBACK wagon The use of a genuine SUBARU trailer hitch is recommended. A genu- ine SUBARU hitch is available from your SUBARU dealer. If use of a non-genuine hitch is unavoidable, be sure the hitch is suited to your vehicle and trailer.
Page 298 B All vehicles except OUTBACK wagon SUBARU does not offer accessory trailer hitches. Consult with a pro- fessional hitch supplier to assist you in choosing an appropriate hitch for your vehicle. Be sure to follow all of the hitch manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use.
Page 299 In case the trailer hitch connector or hitch ball should break or become disconnected, the trailer could get loose and create a traffic safety hazard. For safety, always connect the towing vehicle and trailer with trailer safety chains. Pass the chains crossing each other under the trailer tongue to prevent the trailer from dropping onto the ground in case the trailer tongue should disconnect from the hitch ball.
Page 300 To ensure the trailer lights are connected properly, please consult your SUBARU dealer. Check for proper operation of the turn signals, the brake lights and parking lights each time you hitch up.
Page 301 B Trailer towing tips CAUTION D Never exceed 45 mph (72 km/h) when towing a trailer in hilly country on hot days. D When towing a trailer, steering, stability, stopping distance and braking performance will be different from normal operation. For safety’s sake, you should employ extra caution when towing a trailer and you should never speed.
Page 302 n Driving with a trailer D You should allow for considerably more stopping distance when towing a trailer. Avoid sudden braking because it may result in skid- ding or jackknifing and loss of control. D Avoid abrupt starts and sudden accelerations. If your vehicle has a manual transmission, always start out in first gear and release the clutch at moderate engine revolution.
Page 303 Driving tips nearest SUBARU dealer. n Driving on grades D Before going down a steep hill, slow down and shift into lower gear (if necessary, use 1st gear) in order to utilize the engine braking effect and prevent overheating of your vehicle’s brakes. Do not make sud- den downshifts.
Page 304 5. Shift into 1st or reverse gear (manual transmission) or “P” (auto- matic transmission) and shut off the engine. 8-38...
Page 305 In case of emergency If you park your vehicle in an emergency Temporary spare tire ........... . Flat tires .
Page 306: If You Park Your Vehicle In An Emergency
If you park your vehicle in an emergency HB8002BA The hazard warning flasher should be used in day or night to warn other drivers when you have to park your vehicle under emergency conditions. Avoid stopping on the road. It is best to safely pull off the road if a prob- lem occurs.
Page 307: In Case Of Emergency
Temporary spare tire WARNING Never tow a trailer when the temporary spare tire is used. The temporary spare tire is not designed to sustain the towing load. Use of the temporary spare tire when towing can result in failure of the spare tire and/or less stability of the vehicle and may lead to an accident.
Page 308: Flat Tires
Indicator location mark NOTE (If your vehicle is AWD with automatic transmission) Before driving your vehicle with the temporary spare tire, put a spare fuse inside the FWD connector located in the engine compartment and confirm that the Front-wheel drive warning light comes on. The all wheel drive capability of the vehicle has now been deactivated.
Page 309 spare tire is installed. This could cause the nuts to become loose and lead to an accident. D Never place a tire or tire changing tools in the passenger compartment after changing wheels. In a sudden stop or colli- sions, loose equipment could strike occupants and cause injury. Store the tire and all tools in the proper place.
Page 310 5. Take out the spare tire, jack, and wheel nut wrench. Jack Spare tire Temporary spare tire The spare tire is stored under the floor of the trunk or cargo area. To remove the spare tire, proceed as follows: Sedan: Remove the floor cover from the trunk. Remove the storage tray. Turn the attaching bolt counterclockwise, then take the spare tire out.
Page 311 In case of emergency side of the lid on the rear edge of the roof to keep the lid open. Remove the storage tray. Turn the attaching bolt counterclockwise, then take spare tire out. If the spare tire provided in your vehicle is a temporary spare tire, care- fully read the section “Temporary spare tire”...
Page 312 6. (If your vehicle has wheel covers) Insert the wheel nut wrench into the notch provided in the wheel cover, and pry it off. OM-H0376 OM-H2454 7. Loosen the wheel nuts using the wheel nut wrench but do not remove the nuts.
Page 313 In case of emergency 9. Insert the jack handle into the jackscrew, and turn the handle until the tire clears the ground. Do not raise the vehicle higher than necessary. OM-H2263 10. Remove the wheel nuts and the flat tire. 11.
Page 314 14. Use the wheel nut wrench to securely tighten the wheel nuts to the specified torque, following the tightening order in the illustration. OM-H0377 The torque for tightening the nuts is 58 to 72 ft-lb (78 to 98 N-m, 8 to 10 kg-m).
Page 315: Jump Starting
Jump starting WARNING D Battery fluid is SULFURIC ACID. Do not let it come in contact with the eyes, skin, clothing or the vehicle. If battery fluid gets on you, thoroughly flush the exposed area with water immediately. Get medical help if the fluid has entered your eyes.
Page 316 B 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 ve- hicles touch. 3. Turn off all unnecessary lights and accessories. 4.
Page 317: Engine Overheating
Connect the other end of the cable to the engine lifting bracket. Make sure that the cables are not near any moving parts and that the cable clamps are not in contact with any other metal. 5. Start the engine of the vehicle with the booster battery and run it at moderate speed.
Page 318: Towing
This will cause the vehicle to spin away due to the operation or deterioration of the center differential. If towing is necessary, it is best done by your SUBARU dealer or a com- mercial towing service. Observe the following procedures for safety.
Page 319 B Towing and tie-down hooks CAUTION D Never use the tie-down hook closest to the muffler under the vehicle for towing purposes. D Do not apply excessive lateral load to the towing hooks. Towing and tie-down hook HB9004BB HB8012BB In case of emergency HB9005BB –...
Page 320 Tie-down hook Tie-down hook HB8013BB HB9010BB The towing hooks should be used only in an emergency (e.g., to free a stuck vehicle from mud, sand or snow). The front towing hook is located on the inside of the towing hook cov- er below the right-hand headlight.
Page 321 In case of emergency n Towing hook cover removal procedure For except OUTBACK models: HB9013BB 1. Push at the notched portion A, and pull the towing hook cover to- ward you. HB9014BB 2. Insert your fingers under the raised portion B. Then, pull it toward you so that the towing hook cover may swing open.
Page 322 For OUTBACK models: 1. Pull the towing hook cover toward you while pushing up the portion A. The portion B will be raised. 2. Pull the portion B toward you with your left hand. Simultaneously 9-18 HB9017BB HB9019BB HB9021BB HB9018BA HB9020BA HB9022BA...
Page 323 pull the portion C toward you while pushing the portion C with your right hand. 3. Push the portion D. Pull out the towing hook cover to remove it. n Towing hook cover installation procedure For except OUTBACK models: 1. Insert the towing hook cover into the clearance between the fog light (or bumper trim cover) and the bumper body.
Page 324 HB9013CB 2. Push the towing hook cover in accordance with the pushing order given in the illustration. For OUTBACK models: HB9025BA 1. Insert the guide E into the hole F. 9-20...
Page 325 2. Fit the flange G in the slit H from the left end. While holding the towing hook cover at the portion G, push at the portion I. 3. Push at the portion J. Check that the tab of the portion K is fitted in the bumper as shown in the illustration.
Page 326 HB9030BB 4. Push the portion L. B Using a flat-bed truck HB8008AA This is the best way to transport your vehicle. Use the following proce- dures to ensure safe transportation. 1. Shift the selector lever into the “P” position for automatic transmis- sion vehicles or “1st”...
Page 327 B Towing with all wheels on the ground WARNING D Never turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position while the vehicle is being towed because the steering wheel and the direc- tion of the wheels will be locked. D Remember that the brake booster and power steering do not function when the engine is not running.
Page 328: Moonroof - If The Moonroof Cannot Be Closed
4. Take up slack in the towline slowly to prevent damage to the ve- hicle. Moonroof — if the moonroof cannot be closed If the moonroof cannot be closed with the moonroof switch, you can close the moonroof manually. B Sedan 1.
Page 329 3. Insert the wrench in the end of the motor shaft. To close the moonroof, turn the wrench clockwise. Have your vehicle checked or repaired by an authorized SUBARU dealer. – CONTINUED –...
Page 330: J Jack And Jack Handle
Maintenance tools Your vehicle is equipped with the following maintenance tools: Screwdriver Wheel nut wrench Hex-headed wrench (for vehicles with moonroof) J Jack and jack handle Jack Spare tire 9-26 HB9011AA Jack handle HBF015CB HB9001BA...
Page 331 In case of emergency HB8004BD HB7008CA The jack is stored on the left side of the trunk or cargo area. To take out the jack, turn the jackscrew counterclockwise to loosen it, then remove the jack. The jack handle is stored under the spare tire cover. For how to use the jack, refer to “Flat tires”.
Page 332 Appearance care Exterior care ..............Washing .
Page 333: Exterior Care
Exterior care J Washing CAUTION D When washing the vehicle, the brakes may get wet. As a result, the brake stopping distance will be longer. To dry the brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe speed while lightly pressing the brake pedal to heat up the brakes.
Page 334: Appearance Care
B Washing the underbody Chemicals, salts and gravel used for deicing road surfaces are ex- tremely corrosive, accelerating the corrosion of underbody compo- nents, such as the exhaust system, fuel and brake lines, brake cables, floor pan and fenders, and suspension. Thoroughly flush the underbody and inside of the fenders with luke- warm or cold water at frequent intervals to reduce the harmful effects of such agents.
Page 335: Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
When in doubt, it is always best to contact your SUBARU dealer or an auto paint specialist. J Cleaning aluminum wheels D Promptly wipe the aluminum wheels clean of any kind of grime or agent.
Page 336: Corrosion Protection
When installing the protector, make sure the “TOP” mark is at the top. Corrosion protection Your SUBARU has been designed and built to resist corrosion. Special materials and protective finishes have been used on most parts of the vehicle to help maintain fine appearance, strength, and reliable opera- tion.
Page 337 If any of them are found to be rusted, they should be given an appropriate rust prevention treatment or should be replaced. Contact your SUBARU dealer to perform this kind of maintenance and treatment if you need assistance.
Page 338: Cleaning The Interior
A mild detergent suitable for cleaning woolen fabrics may be used to remove difficult dirt spots, rubbing with a soft, dry cloth afterwards to restore the luster. If your SUBARU is to be parked for a long time in bright sunlight, it is recommended that the seats and headrests be covered, or the windows shaded, to prevent fading or shrinkage.
Page 339 B Synthetic leather upholstery The synthetic leather material used on the SUBARU may be cleaned using mild soap or detergent and water, after first vacuuming or brushing away loose dirt. Allow the soap to soak in for a few minutes and wipe off with a clean, damp cloth.
Page 340 Maintenance and service Maintenance schedule Maintenance precautions Engine hood ..............Engine compartment overview Engine oil .
Page 341 Headlight ..............Front fog light (if equipped) Front turn signal light, parking light and marker light Rear combination lights...
Page 342: Maintenance And Service
Maintenance precautions When maintenance and service are required, it is recommended that all work be done by an authorized SUBARU dealer. If you perform maintenance and service by yourself, you should familiar- ize yourself with the information provided in this section on general main- tenance and service for your SUBARU.
Page 343 This will cause a fire. D Because the fuel system is under pressure, replacement of the fuel filter should be performed only by your SUBARU dealer. D Wear adequate eye protection to guard against getting oil or fluids in your eyes. If something does get in your eyes, thorough- ly wash it out with clean water.
Page 344: Engine Hood
Maintenance and service J When you do checking or servicing in the engine compartment while the engine is running A running engine can be dangerous. Keep your fingers, hands, clothing, hair and tools away from the cooling fan, belts and any other moving engine parts.
Page 345 HBB003BA To open the hood: 1. Pull the hood release knob under the instrument panel. 2. Release the secondary hood release located under the front grille by moving the lever toward the left. Lift up the hood, release the hood prop from its retainer and put the end of the hood prop into the slot in the hood.
Page 346: Engine Compartment Overview
Engine compartment overview Manual transmission oil level gauge (MT) (page 11-20) or Differential gear oil level gauge (AT) (page 11-23) Air cleaner element (page 11-17) Clutch fluid reservoir (page 11-29) Automatic transmission fluid level gauge (page 11-21) Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-27) Fuel filter Maintenance and service...
Page 347: Engine Oil
Engine oil B Checking the oil level Check the engine oil level at each fuel stop. HBB004BA OM-H0189 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and stop the engine. 2. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and insert it again. 3.
Page 348 Maintenance and service B Changing the oil and oil filter Change the oil and oil filter according to the maintenance schedule in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. The engine oil and oil filter must be changed more frequently than listed in the maintenance schedule when driving on dusty roads, when short trips are frequently made, or when driving in extremely cold whether.
Page 349 6. Remove two clips at the front of the cover under the oil filter. 7. Slide the cover toward the vehicle front to remove it. 8. Remove the oil filter with an oil filter wrench. 9. Before installing a new oil filter, apply a thin coat of engine oil to the seal.
Page 350 12. Reinstall the cover under the oil filter. 13. Pour the specified amount of engine oil through the filler neck. Oil capacity: 4.2 US qt (4.0 liters, 3.5 Imp qt) 14. Start the engine and make sure that no oil leaks appear around the filter’s rubber seal.
Page 351 When adding oil, different brands may be used together as long as they are the same API classification and SAE viscosity as those rec- ommended by SUBARU. Engine oil viscosity (thickness) affects fuel economy. Oils of lower vis- cosity provide better fuel economy. However, in hot weather, oil of higher viscosity is required to properly lubricate the engine.
Page 352: Cooling System
–33 F (–36 C). For adding, use genuine SUBARU coolant or an equivalent: a mixture of 50% soft water and 50% ethylene-glycol basis coolant. Use of improp- er coolants may result in corrosion in the cooling system. It is im- portant to maintain protection against freezing and corrosion, even if freezing temperatures are not expected.
Page 353: Engine Coolant
J Engine coolant B Checking the coolant level Check the coolant level at each fuel stop. HBB004FB 1. Check the coolant level on the outside of the reservoir while the engine is cool. 2. If the level is close to or lower than the “LOW” level mark, add coolant up to the “FULL”...
Page 354 B Changing the coolant WARNING Never attempt to remove the radiator cap until the engine has been shut off and has cooled down completely. Since the coolant is under pressure, you may suffer serious burns from a spray of boiling hot coolant when the cap is removed. Change the engine coolant using the following procedures according to the maintenance schedule in the “Warranty and Maintenance Book- let”.
Page 355 HBB007BB HBB004FB 4. Slowly pour the coolant and fill to the radiator filler neck and to the reserve tank’s “FULL” level mark. Do not pour the coolant too quickly, as this may lead to insufficient air bleeding and trapped air in the sys- tem.
Page 356: Air Cleaner Element
Replace the air cleaner element according to the maintenance sched- ule in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. Under extremely dusty conditions, replace it more frequently. It is recommended that you always use genuine SUBARU parts. 1. Remove the bolt securing the rear air cleaner element case. Maintenance and service...
Page 357: Spark Plugs
D Make sure the cables are replaced in the correct order. It may be difficult to replace the spark plugs. It is recommended that you have the spark plugs replaced by your SUBARU dealer. The spark plugs should be replaced according to the maintenance schedule in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”.
Page 358: Drive Belts
B Recommended spark plugs RC10YC4 (Champion) RC8YC4 (Champion) BKR6E-11 (NGK) K20PR-U11 (NIPPON DENSO) Drive belts The alternator, power steering pump, and air conditioner compressor de- pend on drive belts. Satisfactory performance requires that belt tension be correct. 0.28 — 0.35 0.30 —...
Page 359: Manual Transmission Oil
22 lb (98 N, 10 kg) midway between the pulleys by using a spring scale. Belt deflection should be the amount specified. If a belt is loose, cracked, or worn, contact your SUBARU dealer.
Page 360: Automatic Transmission Fluid
SAE viscosity No. and Applicable Temperature Automatic transmission fluid B Checking the fluid level The automatic transmission fluid expands largely as its temperature rises; the fluid level differs according to fluid temperature. Therefore, there are two different scales for checking the level of hot fluid and cold fluid on the dipstick.
Page 361: Recommended Fluid
Upper level HOT range Lower level Upper level COLD range Lower level HBA008BB HBB004CB 4. Pull out the dipstick and check the fluid level on the gauge. If it is below the lower level on the “HOT” range, add the recommended au- tomatic transmission fluid up to the upper level.
Page 362: Front Differential Gear Oil (At Vehicles)
Maintenance and service Front differential gear oil (AT vehicles) B Checking the oil level Check the differential oil level monthly. Upper level Lower level HBA010BB HBB004EB 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and stop the engine. 2. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and insert it again. 3.
Page 363: Rear Differential Gear Oil
If the vehicle requires frequent refilling, there may be an oil leak. If you suspect a problem, have the vehicle checked at your SUBARU dealer. Your vehicle may be equipped with a rear differential protector. The differential protector provides protection to the rear differential assem- bly during off-road use.
Page 364 Maintenance and service Filler hole Oil level Filler hole Drain hole Drain hole HB0077 HB0078 Remove the plug from the filler hole and check the oil level. The oil level should be kept even with the bottom of the filler hole. If the oil level is below the bottom edge of the hole, add oil through the filler hole to raise the level.
Page 365: Power Steering Fluid
Power steering fluid B Checking the fluid level WARNING Be careful not to burn yourself because the fluid may be hot. CAUTION D When power steering fluid is being added, use only clean fluid, and be careful not to allow any dirt into the tank. And never use different brands together.
Page 366: Brake Fluid
Reservoir tank If the fluid level is extreme low, it may indicate possible leakage. Con- sult your SUBARU dealer for inspection. B Recommended fluid “Dexron IIE” or “Dexron III” Type Automatic Transmission Fluid Brake fluid B Checking the fluid level...
Page 367 CAUTION D Never use different brands of brake fluid together. D When adding brake fluid, be careful not to allow any dirt into the reservoir. D Never splash the brake fluid over painted surfaces or rubber parts. Alcohol contained in the brake fluid may damage them. Check the fluid level monthly.
Page 368: Clutch Fluid (Mt Vehicles)
D If the vehicle requires frequent refilling, there may be a leak. If you suspect a problem, have the vehicle checked at your SUBARU dealer. D Never use different brands of clutch fluid together. D When clutch fluid is added, be careful not to allow any dirt into the tank.
Page 369: Brake Booster
Brake booster If the brake booster does not operate as described below, have it checked by your SUBARU dealer. 1. With the engine off, depress the brake pedal several times, applying the same pedal force each time. The distance the pedal travels should not vary.
Page 370: Brake Pedal
Lightly press the brake pedal down with one finger to check the free play with a force of less than 2 lb (10 N, 1 kg). If the free play is not within proper specification, contact your SUBARU dealer. B Checking the brake pedal reserve distance More than 2.56 in...
Page 371: Clutch Pedal (Manual Transmission Vehicles)
When the measurement is smaller than the specification, or when the pedal does not operate smoothly, contact with your SUBARU dealer. Clutch pedal (Manual transmission vehicles) Check the clutch pedal free play and reserve distance according to the maintenance schedule in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”.
Page 372: Replacement Of Brake Pad And Lining
If you hear this scraping noise each time you apply the brake pedal, have the brake pads serviced by your SUBARU dealer as soon as pos- sible. B Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings When replacing the brake pad or lining, use only genuine SUBARU parts.
Page 373: Parking Brake Stroke
(about 44 lb, 196 N, 20 kg). If the parking brake lever stroke is not within the specified range, have the brake system checked and adjusted at your SUBARU dealer. 11-34...
Page 374: Tires And Wheels
Tires and wheels WARNING D When replacing a tire, make sure you use only the same size, circumferences, construction, brand, speed symbol and load in- dex as the original tires listed on the tire placard. Using other sizes, circumferences or construction may result in severe me- chanical damage to the drivetrain of your vehicle and may affect ride, handling, braking, speedometer/odometer calibration, and clearance between the body and tires.
Page 375: Tire Pressure
J Tire pressure For the best balance between fuel economy, tire life, ride comfort, and handling, tire pressure should be maintained in accordance with specifi- cations. Check the tire pressure when the tires are cold. Cold means that the vehicle has been parked for three hours or has been driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km).
Page 376: Wheel Covers
A tire should be replaced when the tread wear indicator appears as a solid band across the tread. The indicators appear when the remaining tread has been worn to 0.063 in (1.6 mm) or less. J Wheel covers B Removing the wheel cover Insert the wheel nut wrench into the notch provided, and pry the wheel cover off.
Page 377: Aluminum Wheels (If Equipped)
B Installing the wheel cover Align the valve with the valve hole in the cover, then fit the cover on the wheel by tapping your hand evenly around the circumference of the cover. NOTE When any of the wheels is removed and replaced for tire rotation or to change a flat tire, always check the tightness of the wheel nuts after driving approximately 600 miles (1,000 km).
Page 378: Windshield Washer Fluid
D When wheel nuts, balance weights, or the center cap replaced, be sure to replace them with genuine SUBARU parts designed for aluminum wheels. Windshield washer fluid CAUTION Never use engine coolant as washer fluid because it could cause paint damage.
Page 379: Replacement Of Windshield Wiper Blades
Replacement of windshield wiper blades Grease, wax, insects, or other materials on the windshield or the wiper blade results in jerky wiper operation and streaking on the glass. If you cannot remove the streaks after operating the windshield washer or if the wiper operation is jerky, clean the outer surface of the windshield (or rear window) and the wiper blades using a sponge or soft cloth with a neutral detergent or mild-abrasive cleaner.
Page 380 Metal support 4. If the new blade rubber is not provided with two metal spines, remove the metal spines from the old blade rubber and install them in the new blade rubber. Metal spines 5. Align the claws of the metal support with the grooves in the rubber and slide the blade rubber assembly into the metal support until it locks.
Page 381: Battery
6. Install the wiper blade assembly to the wiper arm. Make sure that it locks in place. 7. Lower the wiper arm. Battery WARNING D Before beginning work on or near any battery, be sure to extin- guish all cigarettes, matches, and lighters. Never expose a bat- tery to an open flame or electric sparks.
Page 382: Fuses
and other metal jewelry. Never allow metal tools to contact the positive battery terminal and anything connected to it WHILE you are at the same time in contact with any other metallic portion of the vehicle because a short circuit will result. D Keep everyone including children away from the battery.
Page 383 two fuse boxes. The one is located under the instrument panel behind the coin tray on the driver’s seat side. The other one is housed in the engine compartment. The fuse puller and spare fuses are stored in the main fuse box cover in the engine compartment. If any lights, accessories or other electrical controls do not operate, in- spect the corresponding fuse.
Page 384: Main Fuse And Fusible Link
SUBARU dealer. Installation of accessories Always consult your SUBARU dealer before installing fog lights or any other electrical equipment in your vehicle. Such accessories may cause the electronic system to malfunction if they are incorrectly installed or if they are not suited for the vehicle.
Page 385: Replacing Bulbs
Replacing bulbs Headlight GT and OUTBACK models Low beam High beam Except GT and OUTBACK models Front turn signal Spot light Dome light Dome light/Rear map reading lights (if equipped) Dome light (room light) Rear map reading lights Door step light Front turn signal light/ parking and front side marker light Front fog light...
Page 386 Backup light Sedan Station wagon Luggage area light High mount stop light Sedan Station wagon Rear turn signal light Sedan Station wagon Brake/tail light Sedan Station wagon Licence plate light Sedan Station wagon Trunk room light HBF013FC Wattage 12V–27W 12V–27W 12V–13W 12V–18W 12V–13W...
Page 387: Headlight
NOTE If headlight aiming is required, consult your SUBARU dealer for proper adjustment of the headlight aim. B For GT and OUTBACK models Remove the headlight bulb cover, by turning it counterclockwise.
Page 388 n Low beam light bulbs 1. Disconnect the electrical connector for the black cable. 2. Remove the retainer spring. 3. Replace the bulb, then set the retainer spring securely. 4. Reconnect the electrical connector for black cable. 5. Install the headlight bulb cover. n High beam light bulbs 1.
Page 389: Front Fog Light (If Equipped)
6. Remove the electrical connector. J Front fog light (if equipped) It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. Have your SUBARU dealer replace the bulbs if necessary. J Front turn signal light, parking light and side marker...
Page 390 Maintenance and service made at a SUBARU dealer. HBB016BA 1. Remove the headlight assembly mounting screws located at the top of and the front of the headlight assembly using a phillips screwdriver or an open-end wrench. 2. Move the headlight assembly forward.
Page 391: Rear Combination Lights
J Rear combination lights B Sedan 1. Open the trunk lid. 2. Open the rear combination light cover. For covers on the trunk lid: Unlatch the cover by pushing the knob and open the cover. For covers on the trunk wall: Unlatch the cover by moving the knob upward and open the cover.
Page 392 Brake/tail and rear turn signal light bulbs It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. It is recommended that you have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer. 1. Remove the light bulb replacement service hole covers at two places by prying the edge of the cover with a regular screwdriver.
Page 393 3. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the upper and lower screws that secure the side cover of the rear combination light assembly. 4. Remove the bulb socket from the rear combination light assembly by turning it counterclockwise. HBB048BA HBB025BA 5. Remove the bulb from the socket. Turn signal light: Pull the bulb out of the socket.
Page 394: License Plate Light
n Back-up and brake/tail light bulbs 1. Unlatch the rear combination light cover by moving the knob up- ward. Open the cover up. 2. Remove the bulb socket from the rear combination light assembly by turning it counterclockwise. 3. Remove the bulb from the socket by pushing it and turning coun- terclockwise.
Page 395: Dome Light, Spot Light, Luggage Compartment Light And Door Step Light
2. Remove the cover and lens. 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Install a new bulb. 4. Reinstall the lens and cover. 5. Tighten the mounting screws. J Dome light, spot light, luggage compartment light and door step light HSA005BA HBB029BA Bulb...
Page 396: Dome/Rear Map Reading Lights (If Equipped)
J Dome/Rear map reading lights (if equipped) CAUTION D While sitting in the vehicle, be sure to touch the metal frame of the vehicle to allow all static electricity to be discharged prior to replacing bulbs. D Always use recommended replacement bulbs. 1.
Page 397: High Mount Stop Light
6. Reinstall the socket in the circuit board. Then, fit the lamp assembly back into the headliner. 7. Reinstall the lens in the reverse order of removal. J Trunk light 1. Remove the cover by pulling it out. 2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Install a new bulb. 3.
Page 398 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Install a new bulb. 4. Reinstall the cover. 5. Tighten the mounting screws then reinstall the covers. NOTE Other bulbs may be difficult to replace. Have your SUBARU dealer replace these bulbs if necessary. Maintenance and service HBB028BA –...
Page 399 Specifications Specifications ............. . Dimensions .
Page 400: Specifications
Specifications These specifications are subject to change without notice. J Dimensions Legacy sedan Overall length Overall width Overall height Ground clearance Front tread Rear tread Wheelbase Legacy station wagon Overall length Overall width Overall height Ground clearance Front tread Rear tread Wheelbase *: With roof rail OUTBACK sedan...
Page 401: Specifications
OUTBACK station wagon Overall length Overall width Overall height Ground clearance Front tread Rear tread Wheelbase J Engine 2.5 liter Engine model Engine type Engine displacement Bore Stroke Compression ratio Firing order J Electrical system Battery type and capacity Alternator Spark plugs type J Capacities Fuel tank...
Page 402: Tires
AT differential gear oil Rear differential gear oil Power steering gear fluid Engine coolant J Tires Legacy Type Size Brighton Temporary spare Pressure Front Brighton GT, L Rear Brighton GT, L Temporary spare Wheel size OUTBACK Type Size Temporary spare Pressure Front Trailer towing...
Page 403: Wheel Alignment
J Wheel alignment Legacy sedan Front Rear Camber Front Rear Legacy station wagon Front Rear Camber Front Rear OUTBACK sedan Camber OUTBACK station wagon Camber 0 " 0.12 in (0 " 3 mm) 0 " 0.12 in (0 " 3 mm) –0 05’...
Page 404: Fuse Panel Located Behind The Coin Tray
Fuses and circuits J Fuse panel located behind the coin tray Fuse panel Fuse rating 12-6 Circuit D Heater fan D Heater fan D Power door lock D Keyless entry D Cigarette lighter D Remote controlled rear view mirrors D Tail light D Parking light D SRS airbag HBC001BB...
Page 405 Fuse panel Fuse rating Circuit D Front fog light D ABS solenoid D Radio D Clock D Trailer D Engine ignition system D SRS airbag D Illumination brightness control D Fuel pump D Rear window wiper and washer D Windshield wiper and washer D Brake light D Air conditioner D Backup light...
Page 406: Fuse Panel Located In The Engine Compartment
J Fuse panel located in the engine compartment Main fuse Fuse panel Fuse rating 12-8 Circuit D Radiator cooling fan (Main) D Radiator cooling fan (Sub) D Rear window defogger D Hazard warning flasher D Horn D Meter D SRS airbag system warning light D Automatic transmission control unit D ABS UNIT D Alternator...
Page 407 Specifications Fuse panel Fuse rating Circuit D Clock D Interior light – CONTINUED – 12-9...
Page 408: Bulb Chart
Bulb chart Headlight GT and OUTBACK Low beam High beam Except GT and OUTBACK Front turn signal Spot light Dome light Dome light/Rear map reading lights (if equipped) Dome light (room light) Rear map reading lights Door step light Parking and front side marker light Front fog light Except OUTBACK OUTBACK...
Page 409: Vehicle Identification
Vehicle identification Emission control label Vehicle identification number Radio noise label (Canada model) Vacuum hose connections label Specifications Tire inflation pressure label Certification and bar cord label Vehicle identification number plate Model number plate – CONTINUED – HBD002BB 12-11...
Page 410: Consumer Information And Reporting Safety Defects
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Uniform tire quality grading standards Treadwear ..............Traction AA, A, B, C .
Page 411: Traction Aa, A, B, C
For U.S.A. The following information has been compiled according to Code of Fed- eral Regulations “Title 49, Part 575”. Uniform tire quality grading standards This information indicates the relative performance of passenger car tires in the area of treadwear, traction, and temperature resistance. This is to aid the consumer in making an informed choice in the purchase of tires.
Page 412: Temperature A, B, C
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects phalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor- mance. WARNING The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight- ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.
Page 413: Reporting Safety Defects (Usa)
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Subaru of America, Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in the Washington D.C.

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Subaru 2000 Legacy Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Seat, Seatbelt and Srs Airbags

Front Seats

Seat, Seatbelt and SRS Airbags

Seat Heater (if Equipped)

Rear Seats

Seatbelts

Child Restraint Systems

Built-In Child Restraint (if Equipped)

SRS Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)

Keys and Doors

Instruments and Controls

Climate Control

Audio

Interior Equipment

Starting and Operating

Fuel

Starting and Operating

State Emission Testing (U.S. Only)

Preparing to Drive

Starting the Engine

Stopping the Engine

Manual Transmission

Automatic Transmission

Rear Viscous Limited Slip Differential (LSD) (GT, GT-LTD, OUTBACK-CW and OUTBACK-LTD)

Power Steering

Braking

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)

Parking Your Vehicle

Cruise Control (if Equipped)

Driving Tips

In Case of Emergency

Appearance Care

Exterior Care

Appearance Care

Corrosion Protection

Cleaning the Interior

Maintenance and Service

Maintenance and Service

Specifications

Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects

Quick Links

Chapters

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