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Foreword

Congratulations on choosing a SUBARU vehicle. This Owner's

Manual has all the information necessary to keep your SUBARU in

excellent condition and to properly maintain the emission control

system for minimizing emission pollutants. We urge you to read

this manual carefully so that you may understand your vehicle and

its operation. For information not found in this Owner's Manual,

such as details concerning repairs or adjustments, we recommend

that you contact the SUBARU dealer from whom you purchased

your SUBARU or the nearest SUBARU dealer.

The information, specifications and illustrations found in this

manual are those in effect at the time of printing. FUJI HEAVY

INDUSTRIES LTD. reserves the right to change specifications and

designs at any time without prior notice and without incurring any

obligation to make the same or similar changes on vehicles

previously sold. This Owner's Manual applies to all models and

covers all equipment, including factory installed options. Some

explanations, therefore may be for equipment not installed in your

vehicle.

Please leave this manual in the vehicle at the time of resale. The

next owner will need the information found herein.

NOTE: "SUBARU dealer" means an authorized SUBARU dealer

and/or repairer.

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Page 1 Foreword Congratulations on choosing a SUBARU vehicle. This Owner’s Manual has all the information necessary to keep your SUBARU in excellent condition and to properly maintain the emission control system for minimizing emission pollutants. We urge you to read this manual carefully so that you may understand your vehicle and its operation.
Page 2 This manual describes the following vehicle types. Sedan Outback...
Page 3 This chapter informs you when you need Chapter 3: Instruments and controls to take your SUBARU to the dealer for This chapter informs you about the opera- scheduled maintenance and informs you tion of instrument panel indicators and...
Page 4 Intermittent as all other portions of this manual care- Lane change assist fully in order to gain a better understand- Light emitting diode ing of how to use your SUBARU vehicle safely. Left-hand drive Limited slip differential WARNING Maximum permissible weight...
Page 5 Supplemental restraint sys- event of a sudden stop or acci- Read these instructions care- dent. fully SUBARU Rear Vehicle De- . To obtain maximum protection in SRVD tection the event of an accident, the Wear eye protection...
Page 6 & Child safety considerable speed and force. restraint device or in a seatbelt. Occupants who are out of proper The SRS airbag deploys with position when the SRS airbag considerable speed and force WARNING deploys could suffer very serious and can injure or even kill chil- .
Page 7 front of it, DEATH or SERIOUS enough to cause death or serious INJURY to the CHILD can occur. heat-related injuries including brain damage to anyone locked . Always turn the child safety locks inside, particularly for small chil- to the “LOCK” position when dren.
Page 8 & Drinking and driving & Drugs and driving gine exhaust system to prevent engine exhaust gas from enter- ing the vehicle. WARNING WARNING . Never run the engine in a closed Drinking and then driving is very There are some drugs (over the space, such as a garage, except dangerous.
Page 9 & Driving when tired or sleepy & Modification of your vehicle & Driving vehicles equipped with navigation system WARNING CAUTION WARNING When you are tired or sleepy, your Your vehicle should not be modified. reaction will be delayed and your Modification could affect its perfor- Do not allow the monitor to distract perception, judgment and attentive-...
Page 10 handle. Never restrain pets or pet carriers EU Battery directive 2006/66/ The following devices utilize batteries that in the front passenger’s seat. For further do not have the symbol: information, consult your veterinarian, local animal protection society or pet Followings are the symbol of EU Battery shop.
Page 11 General information engine speed. & Gear shift indicator (Europe models) CAUTION The indication of the gear shift indicator is only a guideline for driving more fuel-efficiently. The indicator does not inform the driver about safe shift operation timing. The driver has the responsibility for suitable shift operation depending on the traffic conditions or driving conditions (e.g., overtaking or driv-...
Page 12: 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 Supplement Index...
Page 13 Engine hood (page 11-11) Illustrated index Headlight switch (page 3-51) & Exterior Replacing bulbs (page 11-50) Wiper switch (page 3-67) Sunroof (page 2-39) Roof rails with integrated crossbars (page 8-16) Door locks (page 2-4) Outside mirror (page 3-75) Tire pressure (page 11-36) 10) Flat tires (page 9-7) 11) Tire chains (page 8-13) 12) Fog light switch (page 3-63)
Page 14 Rear window defogger switch (page 3-71) Fuel filler lid and cap (page 7-4) Child safety locks (page 2-26) Towing hook (page 9-24) Trunk lid (page 2-31) Rear wiper switch (page 3-70) Rear gate (page 2-32) Bulb replacement (page 11-54) Tie-down holes (page 9-24) –...
Page 15 & Interior Anchor bars for ISOFIX child restraint system (page 1-39) ! Passenger compartment area Seatbelt (page 1-14) Center console (page 6-5) Front seat (page 1-2) Rear seat (page 1-11)
Page 16: Climate Control
Ignition switch (models without push- button start system) (page 3-4)/Push- button ignition switch (models with push- button start system) (page 3-6) Shift lever (MT) (page 7-13)/Select lever (CVT) (page 7-17) Climate control (page 4-1) Audio (page 5-1)/Navigation system (Re- fer to the Owner’s Manual supplement for the navigation system) Glove box (page 6-5) Accessory power outlet (page 6-8)
Page 17 Sunroof switches (page 2-39) Sun visor (page 6-4) Warning labels for child restraint system (page 1-28) AIRBAG *: NEVER use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it, DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the CHILD can occur.
Page 18 & Instrument panel Power windows (page 2-26) Power folding mirror switch (page 3-75) ! Left-hand drive models Remote control mirror switch (page 3-75) Combination meter (page 3-9) Models without SRVD: Audio (page 5-1)/Navigation system (Re- fer to the Owner’s Manual supplement for the navigation system) Hazard warning flasher switch (page 3-9) Front seat heater switch (page 1-9)
Page 19 Models with SRVD: Power windows (page 2-26) Power folding mirror switch (page 3-75) Remote control mirror switch (page 3-75) Combination meter (page 3-9) Audio (page 5-1)/Navigation system (Re- fer to the Owner’s Manual supplement for the navigation system) Hazard warning flasher switch (page 3-9) Front seat heater switch (page 1-9) Climate control (page 4-1) Illumination brightness control dial...
Page 20 ! Right-hand drive models Power windows (page 2-26) Power folding mirror switch (page 3-75) Models without SRVD: Remote control mirror switch (page 3-75) Combination meter (page 3-9) Audio (page 5-1)/Navigation system (Re- fer to the Owner’s Manual supplement for the navigation system) Hazard warning flasher switch (page 3-9) Front seat heater switch (page 1-9) Climate control (page 4-1)
Page 21 Models with SRVD: Power windows (page 2-26) Power folding mirror switch (page 3-75) Remote control mirror switch (page 3-75) Combination meter (page 3-9) Audio (page 5-1)/Navigation system (Re- fer to the Owner’s Manual supplement for the navigation system) Hazard warning flasher switch (page 3-9) Front seat heater switch (page 1-9) Climate control (page 4-1) Illumination brightness control dial...
Page 22 & Steering wheel Audio control buttons (page 5-41) Cruise control (page 7-45) Shift paddle (page 7-20) Hands-free switches (page 5-48) Multi information display control switches (page 3-40) SRS airbag (page 1-45) Horn (page 3-77) SI-DRIVE switches (page 7-22) – CONTINUED –...
Page 23 & Light control and wiper control levers/switches Windshield wiper (page 3-67) Mist (page 3-67) ! Except Australia models Windshield washer (page 3-69) Rear window wiper and washer switch (page 3-70) Wiper intermittent time control switch (page 3-69)/Sensor sensitivity control (page3-68) Wiper control lever (page 3-65) Light control switch (page 3-51) Fog light switch (page 3-63)
Page 24 ! Australia models Windshield wiper (page 3-67) Mist (page 3-67) Windshield washer (page 3-69) Rear window wiper and washer switch (page 3-70) Wiper intermittent time control switch (page 3-69)/Sensor sensitivity control (page3-68) Wiper control lever (page 3-65) Light control switch (page 3-51) Fog light switch (page 3-63) Headlight ON/OFF/AUTO (page 3-51) 10) Headlight flasher High/Low beam...
Page 25 & Combination meter Tachometer (page 3-12) ECO gauge (page 3-13) ! Petrol engine models Speedometer (page 3-10) Temperature gauge (page 3-13) Select lever/gear position indicator (page 3-33) Trip meter and odometer (page 3-10) Fuel gauge (page 3-12) The illustration above is a typical example. For some models, the combination meter may be slightly different than that shown in the illustration.
Page 26 ! Diesel engine models Tachometer (page 3-12) ECO gauge (page 3-13) Speedometer (page 3-10) Temperature gauge (page 3-13) Select lever/gear position indicator (page 3-33) Trip meter and odometer (page 3-10) Fuel gauge (page 3-12) The illustration above is a typical example. For some models, the combination meter may be slightly different than that shown in the illustration.
Page 27 & Warning and indicator light Mark Name Page Mark Name Page Over-rev warning light Mark Name Page ABS warning light 3-21 (yellow) (MT diesel en- 3-36 gine models) Seatbelt warning light 3-14 Vehicle Dynamics Con- Brake system warning 3-23 trol warning light/Vehicle light (red) 3-22 Dynamics Control op-...
Page 28 Cruise control indicator 3-34 Auto Start Stop indicator 3-37 (green) (if equipped) Cruise control set indi- 3-35 SUBARU Rear Vehicle cator Detection warning indi- 3-37 cator (if equipped) Low fuel warning light 3-26 SUBARU Rear Vehicle Detection OFF indicator...
Page 29 Function settings A SUBARU dealer can change the settings of the functions shown in the following table to meet your personal requirements. We recommend that you contact the nearest SUBARU dealer for details. Item Function Possible settings Default setting Page...
Page 30 Item Function Possible settings Default setting Page Auto on/off headlights Sensitivity of the operation of the Low/Normal/High/Very high Normal 3-51 auto on/off headlights Windshield wiper Automatic adjusting mode of wiper Rain-sensing mode/ Rain-sensing mode 3-67 timing vehicle speed interlocking mode Automatic headlight illumination Operation/Non-operation Operation...
Page 31 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Front seats............Precautions against vehicle modification .... 1-25 Child restraint systems ........1-26 Manual seat (if equipped) ........Where to place a child restraint system ....1-27 Power seat (if equipped) ........Head restraint adjustment........Choosing a child restraint system ......
Page 32: Front Seats
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats Front seats used in the upright position in a age and under or 1.5 m (4 feet 11 collision, the risk of sliding under inches) tall or less and are not the lap belt and of the lap belt restrained or improperly restrained.
Page 33: Manual Seat (If Equipped)
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats & Manual seat (if equipped) ! Forward and backward adjustment WARNING WARNING To prevent the passenger from slid- Do not let rear passengers rest their 1. Sit in the seat to adjust. ing under the seatbelt in the event of feet between the front seatback and 2.
Page 34: Power Seat (If Equipped)
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats & Power seat (if equipped) ! Reclining the seatback ! Seat cushion height adjustment (if equipped) 1. Pull up the reclining lever, adjust the Push the lever down to lower the seat. seatback to the desired position, and then Pull the lever up to raise the seat.
Page 35 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats ! Memory function (driver’s seat — if the seat cushion angle or seat cushion retrieval of the seat position, stop height. equipped) the retrieval of the seat position Seat cushion angle control switch by performing any of the follow- To adjust the seat cushion angle, pull up ing procedures.
Page 36 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats is registered. ! Registration of seat position with each access key (if equipped) 1. Adjust the seat position under the following conditions. . The parking brake is applied. . The ignition switch is in the “LOCK”/ “OFF”...
Page 37 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats 2. While the select lever is in the “P” ! Retrieval of the seat position involving serious injury or death. position (CVT models) and the parking registered with access key (if brake is applied, press button “1” or “2”. equipped) 1.
Page 38: Head Restraint Adjustment
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats & Head restraint adjustment ! Head restraint height adjustment driver’s door. (2) Press the “ ” button on the access key or the door lock button WARNING to lock the doors. . Never drive the vehicle with the (3) Perform the prior procedures head restraints removed because again.
Page 39: Seat Heater (If Equipped)
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seat heater are located on the top of the seatback until automatically return to the fully upright Seat heater (if equipped) the head restraint locks. Press and hold position. Then, adjust the head restraint the release button to lower the head again to the preferred angle.
Page 40: Front Seat Heater (If Equipped)
1-10 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seat heater & Front seat heater (if pressing and holding the front seat heater Press the rear seat heater switch to turn switch. on the rear seat heater. Then select the equipped) “HIGH” or “LOW” mode, as desired, When LOW mode is selected, the LOW depending on the temperature.
Page 41: Rear Seats
1-11 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Rear seats & Head restraint adjustment Rear seats Both the rear window side seats and the rear center seat are equipped with head restraints. WARNING . Never drive the vehicle with the head restraints removed because they are designed to reduce the risk of serious neck injury in the event that the vehicle is struck...
Page 42: Reclining The Seatback (Outback)
1-12 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Rear seats visibility. & Reclining the seatback (Outback) Center seating position When not used (lowest position) Head restraint When used (click position) Release button To raise: Pull the head restraint up. WARNING To lower: Push the head restraint down while To prevent the passenger from slid- pressing the release button on the top of ing under the seatbelt in the event of...
Page 43: Folding Down The Rear Seatback
1-13 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Rear seats the lap belt and of the lap belt sliding on the folded rear seatback or in up over the abdomen will increase, the cargo area or trunk. Doing so and both can result in serious inter- may result in serious injury or nal injury or death.
Page 44: Armrest
1-14 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts . Push the release button (both Se- Seatbelts dan and Outback) & Seatbelt safety tips . Pull the release lever (Outback) To return the seatback to its original WARNING position, raise the seatback until it locks into place.
Page 45 1-15 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts ! Children if damage is not obvious. their risk of being injured from deployment is greater. . When replacing a seatbelt, the If a child is too big for a child restraint new seatbelt must be type-ap- Secure ALL types of child re- system, the child should sit in the rear seat proved and intended for installa-...
Page 46: Emergency Locking Retractor (Elr)
1-16 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts & Automatic Locking Retractor/ ! Expectant mothers Retractor (ALR) mode. For instructions on how to install the child restraint system Emergency Locking Retrac- using a seatbelt, refer to “Installing child tor (ALR/ELR) (if equipped) restraint systems with seatbelt”...
Page 47 1-17 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts ! Front seatbelts sion, this spreads the force of the lap belt over stronger hip bones 1. Adjust the seat position: instead of across the weaker abdomen. Driver’s seat: Adjust the seatback to the upright position.
Page 48 1-18 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts ! Adjusting the front seat shoulder WARNING belt anchor height When wearing the seatbelts, make sure the shoulder portion of the webbing does not pass over your neck. If it does, adjust the seatbelt anchor to a lower position.
Page 49 1-19 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts catching the belt webbing in the door. 1. Push the button on the buckle. 2. Have the seatbelt retracted slowly to ! Rear seatbelts (except rear center avoid the seatbelt being tangled or seatbelt on Outback) twisted.
Page 50 1-20 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts Rear center seatbelt is stowed in the WARNING WARNING recess of the ceiling. Fastening the seatbelt with the web- Be sure to fasten both tongue plates 1. Retrieve the connector (tongue) plate from the slot in the recess by pulling the bing twisted can increase the risk or to the respective buckles.
Page 51 1-21 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts “CENTER” on the left-hand side until it 2. Pull out the seatbelt slowly from the retractor. clicks. 4. After fastening the seatbelt, make sure that the “ ” mark on the connector (tongue) and the “ ”...
Page 52 1-22 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts ! Unfastening the seatbelt You should hold the webbing end and guide it back into the retractor while it is rolling up. Neatly store the tongue plate in the recess and then insert the connector (tongue) plate into the slot.
Page 53: Seatbelt Maintenance
1-23 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelt pretensioners & Seatbelt maintenance Seatbelt pretensioners To clean the seatbelts, use a mild soap and lukewarm water. Never bleach or dye The following seatbelts have a seatbelt the belts because this could seriously pretensioner. affect their strength.
Page 54: System Monitors
. We recommend that you contact ing in serious injury. Seatbelt WARNING pretensioners have no user-ser- your SUBARU dealer as soon as pos- . When discarding a seatbelt re- viceable parts. For required ser- sible when either of the following...
Page 55: Precautions Against Vehicle Modification
& Precautions against vehicle recommend that you consult modification your nearest SUBARU dealer. We recommend that you consult your SUBARU dealer if you want to install any CAUTION accessory parts to your vehicle. The sensors and the SRS airbag CAUTION...
Page 56: Child Restraint Systems
1-26 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems Child restraint systems Children could be endangered in an inside the vehicle. accident if their child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle. When NOTE installing the child restraint system, care- For Australia models: fully follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 57: Where To Place A Child Restraint System
GER’S SEAT. DOING SO RISKS SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD BY PLACING THE CHILD’S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG. The following descriptions are SUBARU’s Right-hand drive models recommendations on where to place a A: Front passenger’s seat child restraint system.
Page 58 1-28 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems . Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) side seating position. seatbelts ! Warning label . Automatic Locking Retractor/Emer- gency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR) seat- WARNING belts (if equipped) . ISOFIX anchor bars . Warning labels are located on .
Page 59: Choosing A Child Restraint System
1-29 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems & Choosing a child restraint According to the ECE regulation No. 44, child restraint systems are classified into system the following five “mass groups”: Group 0: for children of a mass less than 10 kg Group 0 : for children of a mass less than...
Page 60 L3, L4 or U 22 to 36 kg L3, L4 or U U: Suitable for universal category child restraint system. L1: Childseat SUBARU Baby Safe Plus L2: Childseat SUBARU Duo Plus L3: Childseat SUBARU Kid Plus L4: Childseat SUBARU Kidfix XP *1: Only for models with the occupant detection system.
Page 61 IL1: Childseat G0/1S ISO FIX with Childseat G0/1S ISO FIX base it. After installing the child re- IL2: Childseat SUBARU Duo Plus straint system, check to ensure IL3: Childseat SUBARU Kidfix XP X: ISOFIX position not suitable for ISOFIX child restraint systems in this mass group and / or this that it is held securely in posi- size class.
Page 62 1-32 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems . The passenger’s seat is adjusted as . The front passenger’s frontal airbag . Do not place the head restraint follows. ON indicator is off. that has been removed in the passenger compartment to pre- vent it from being thrown around in the passenger compartment in a sudden stop or a sharp turn.
Page 63: Installing Child Restraint Systems With Seatbelt
1-33 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems F1-16. the extended position. If the child restraint CAUTION . For details about the ALR, refer to system still makes contact, remove the head restraint. For details, refer to “Head “Automatic Locking Retractor/Emer- When you install a child restraint restraint adjustment”...
Page 64 1-34 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems with the child restraint system, use the buckle. lock-off device or the locking clip to secure the child restraint system. WARNING Through the following steps, the child NEVER INSTALL A FORWARD OR restraint system is fastened with a seatbelt REARWARD FACING CHILD SEAT that is set to ELR mode.
Page 65 1-35 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems ! Models without ALR Lock-off lever 4. Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the child restraint system 6. Release the child restraint system 1. Remove the head restraint of the rear following the instructions provided by its lock-off lever and pass the shoulder belt seating position where the child restraint...
Page 66 1-36 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems equipped with a lock-off (a seatbelt locking Through the following steps, the child feature), secure the child restraint system restraint system is fastened by changing using a locking clip. the seatbelt from ELR mode to ALR mode. Lock-off lever 8.
Page 67 1-37 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems 6. Take up the slack in the lap belt. Sometimes a child restraint can be more firmly secured by pushing it down into the 7. Pull out the seatbelt fully from the seat cushion and then tightening the retractor to change the retractor over from seatbelt.
Page 68: Installing A Booster Seat
1-38 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems & Installing a booster seat 11. To remove the child restraint system, press the release button on the seatbelt buckle and allow the belt to retract completely. The belt will return to the ELR mode.
Page 69: Installation Of Child Restraint Systems Using Isofix Anchor Bars
1-39 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems & Installation of child restraint effective in preventing or redu- cing injury. systems using ISOFIX an- . Place the lap belt as low as chor bars possible on the child’s hips. High-positioned lap belt will in- crease the risk of sliding under the lap belt and of the lap belt sliding up over the abdomen, and...
Page 70 1-40 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems the rear seat seatbacks. These marks indicate the positions of the ISOFIX anchor bars. The ISOFIX anchor bars allow you to 2. Remove the head restraint of the rear install a child restraint system only on the seating position where the child restraint rear seat window-side seating positions.
Page 71 1-41 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems The inserting aids make it easier to fit the child restraint system with ISOFIX and avoid damage to the seat. Inserting aid 4. While following the instructions sup- plied by the child restraint system manu- NOTE facturer, connect the connectors of the child restraint system to the anchor bars.
Page 72: Top Tether Anchorages
1-42 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems & Top tether anchorages anchorages” F1-42. Your vehicle is provided with two or three For further information, refer to the in- top tether anchorages so that a child struction manual supplied by the child restraint system having a top tether can restraint system manufacturer.
Page 73 1-43 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems ! Anchorage location There are two or three anchorages on the There are two or three anchorages on the rear shelf behind the rear seat. back side of the rear seatback. ! Sedan ! To hook the top tether ! Outback CAUTION...
Page 74 We recommend that you contact your release button. SUBARU dealer if you have any question 2. Store the removed head restraint in regarding the installation of a child re- the trunk (Sedan) or cargo area (Outback).
Page 75: Srs Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
1-45 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) & General precautions regard- *SRS airbag (Supplemental to help avoid injuries that can ing SRS airbag system result when an occupant is not Restraint System airbag) seated in a proper upright posi- tion.
Page 76 1-46 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) . Do not sit or lean unnecessarily move the seat as far back as there remains a possibility that possible and sit upright and well close to the front or rear door on an occupant may suffer minor back in the seat.
Page 77 1-47 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) proper operation and could be driver’s side of the instrument propelled inside the vehicle and panel. If the SRS knee airbag cause injury. deploys, those objects could in- terfere with its proper operation and could be propelled inside the vehicle and cause injury.
Page 78 1-48 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) phone or any other accessory to a front pillar, a center pillar, a rear pillar, the windshield, a side win- dow, an assist grip, or any other cabin surface that would be near a deploying SRS curtain airbag.
Page 79 1-49 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) ward facing child seats) in the TO THE CHILD BY PLACING THE REAR seats at all times. CHILD’S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seat-...
Page 80 1-50 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) seat facing the side window – Wrap his/her arms around the front seat seatback – Put his/her head, arms or other parts of the body out of the window In the event of an accident, the force of SRS side airbag and/or SRS curtain airbag deployment...
Page 81 1-51 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) passengers have breathing pro- blems after SRS airbag deploys, get fresh air promptly. . A deploying SRS airbag releases hot gas. Occupants could get burned if they come into direct contact with the hot gas.
Page 82: Components
1-52 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) & Components The SRS airbags are stowed in the following locations. Driver’s SRS frontal airbag: in the center portion of the steering wheel An “SRS AIRBAG” mark is located on the steering pad.
Page 83 1-53 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) Frontal airbag module (front passenger’s Left-hand drive models side) Front sub sensor (right-hand side) Airbag control module (including impact Front sub sensor (left-hand side) sensor) Frontal airbag module (driver’s side) Knee airbag module Front passenger’s frontal airbag ON and OFF indicator...
Page 84 1-54 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) Left-hand drive models...
Page 85 1-55 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) Seatbelt pretensioner (rear seat left-hand side) Curtain airbag module (left-hand side) Curtain airbag module (right-hand side) Curtain airbag sensor (rear wheel house left-hand side) Side airbag sensor (center pillar left-hand side) Seatbelt pretensioner (front seat left- hand side)
Page 86 1-56 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) Frontal airbag module (front passenger’s Right-hand drive models side) Front sub sensor (right-hand side) Airbag control module (including impact Front sub sensor (left-hand side) sensor) Frontal airbag module (driver’s side) Knee airbag module Front passenger’s frontal airbag ON and OFF indicator...
Page 87 1-57 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) Right-hand drive models – CONTINUED –...
Page 88: Srs Airbags
1-58 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) & SRS airbags Seatbelt pretensioner (rear seat right- for front seat occupants. hand side) In a moderate to severe side impact Curtain airbag module (right-hand side) WARNING Curtain airbag module (left-hand side) collision, the SRS curtain airbag on the Curtain airbag sensor (rear wheel house impacted side of the vehicle deploys...
Page 89 SUBARU dealer immediately if the . Do not place anything (shoes, SRS airbag system warning light illumi- umbrella, etc.) under the front nates.
Page 90 Do not use the front passenger’s seat IN THE FRONT PASSENGER’S SEAT priate child restraint system, ob- while driving the vehicle to your SUBARU EVEN IF THE FRONT PASSEN- serve the following precautions. dealer or another service center.
Page 91 SUBARU dealer for an inspection. tem (including booster seat) scribed above, relocate the child restraint Even if the system has passed the 1.
Page 92: System Operation
1-62 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) straight in the center of the seat cushion, contact your SUBARU dealer for an so may lessen the load on the front correctly fasten the seatbelt, position his/ inspection.
Page 93 1-63 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) ! SRS frontal airbag operation If the following sensors detect a certain predetermined amount of force during a frontal collision, the control module sends signals to the frontal airbag modules instructing them to inflate the SRS frontal airbags.
Page 94 1-64 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) ! When will the SRS frontal airbag ! At what other times might the follows. . to deploy in the event of an accident most likely deploy? SRS frontal airbag deploy? involving a moderate to severe frontal collision .
Page 95 1-65 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) plunges into a deep ditch, is severely impacted or knocked hard against an obstacle on the road such as a curb). – CONTINUED –...
Page 96 1-66 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) The vehicle strikes an object, such as a ! When is the SRS frontal airbag unlikely to deploy? telephone pole or sign pole. The vehicle slides under the load bed of a truck.
Page 97 1-67 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) ! SRS side airbag and SRS curtain ! When will the SRS frontal airbag in a low-speed frontal collision. airbag operation not deploy? First impact Second impact Your vehicle has the following airbags. .
Page 98 1-68 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) the airbag control module sense, the SRS The table below shows the relationship between the impact sensor that has detected an side airbags and SRS curtain airbags impact and the airbags that deploy. deploy independently.
Page 99 1-69 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) NOTE . to deploy in the event of an accident ! When will the SRS side airbag involving a moderate to severe side most likely deploy? Even if a frontal collision occurs, both impact collision right and left SRS curtain airbags will .
Page 100 1-70 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) ! When will the SRS curtain airbag most likely deploy? A severe side impact near the front seat or the rear seat. An offset frontal collision that is severe enough to deploy the front airbag.
Page 101 1-71 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) Hitting a curb, edge of pavement or hard ! When will the SRS curtain airbag deploy? surface Falling into or jumping over a deep hole Landing hard or vehicle falling It is possible that the SRS side and curtain airbags will deploy if a serious impact occurs to the underside of your vehicle.
Page 102 1-72 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) The vehicle is involved in an oblique ! When are the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag unlikely to deploy? side-on impact. The vehicle is involved in a side-on impact in an area outside the vicinity of the passenger compartment.
Page 103: Srs Airbag System Monitor
1-73 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) The vehicle pitches end over end. ! When will the SRS side airbag first impact, they will not be activated on the second. and SRS curtain airbag not de- In the event of accidents like those ploy? illustrated, the SRS side airbag and SRS...
Page 104: Srs Airbag System Servicing
. Seatbelt buckle switch (front passen- the work performed by an author- ized SUBARU dealer. The SRS air- ger’s side) (models with occupant detec- bag control module, impact sensors...
Page 105: Precautions Against Vehicle Modification
SRS airbag system. areas tact your SUBARU dealer as soon as . Each front seat and nearby area This includes the following modifi- possible in the following cases.
Page 106 Do not perform any of the following We recommend that you always consult modifications. Such modifications your SUBARU dealer if you want to install can interfere with proper operation any accessory parts on your vehicle. of the SRS airbag system.
Page 107 Keys and doors Keys ..............Unlocking ............2-20 Remote keyless entry system......2-20 Key number plate ..........Locking and unlocking doors ......2-21 Technical information of the radio wave regulation ............Opening trunk lid/unlocking rear gate....2-22 Immobilizer ............Replacing battery..........2-23 Immobilizer indicator light ........
Page 108: Keys
Keys and doors/Keys & Technical information of the Keys against your knees while you are driving, it could turn the ignition radio wave regulation switch from the “ON” position to the NOTE These devices comply with the essential “ACC” or “LOCK” position, thereby requirements and provisions such as the For models with “keyless access with stopping the engine.
Page 109: Immobilizer
Keys and doors/Immobilizer & Immobilizer Immobilizer indicator CAUTION light . Do not place the key under direct The immobilizer system is designed to Refer to “Immobilizer indicator light” F3- sunlight or anywhere it may prevent an unauthorized person from become hot. starting the engine.
Page 110: Door Locks
Keys and doors/Door locks SUBARU dealer. Door locks 1. Remove the key from the ignition switch (models without keyless access & Locking and unlocking from with push-button start system) or turn off the ignition switch (models with the outside with key keyless access with push-button start system).
Page 111: Locking From The Outside Without Key
Keys and doors/Door locks & Locking from the outside NOTE ! Models with double locking system without key Make sure that you do not leave the key To lock the doors and the rear gate inside the vehicle when locking the (Outback) from the outside with the key, doors from the outside without the key.
Page 112: Locking And Unlocking From The Inside
SUBARU dealer. We recommend that & Battery drainage prevention you contact the nearest SUBARU dealer function if you would like to change the setting. If a door or the rear gate (Outback) is not...
Page 113: Power Door Locking Switch
SUBARU dealer. We recommend that To unlock the doors including the rear you contact a SUBARU dealer for details. gate, press the rear side of the switch. NOTE NOTE When leaving the vehicle, make sure .
Page 114: Keyless Access With Push-Button Start System (If Equipped)
Keys and doors/Keyless access with push–button start system & Access key Keyless access with push- button start system (if equipped) You can use the keyless access with push-button start system when carrying the access key. You can operate the system to perform the following actions. .
Page 115 . When the battery of the access key a SUBARU dealer to avoid the airplane, take measures to prevent risk of damage at the time of is discharged the buttons of the access key from replacement.
Page 116 F2-16. The setting can humid or dusty locations, or nicating with the vehicle and is con- also be changed by a SUBARU dealer. near personal computers or tinuously using the battery. Although For more details, we recommend that home electric appliances.
Page 117 2-11 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push–button start system ! Radio waves used for the keyless access with push-button start sys- The keyless access with push-button start system uses radio waves of 134 kHz, in addition to the radio waves used for the remote keyless entry system.
Page 118: Locking And Unlocking With "Keyless Access" Entry Function
2-12 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push–button start system & Locking and unlocking with ground, even if it is in the indicated “keyless access” entry func- operating range. . The status of the access key and the tion radio wave conditions around the vehicle ! Operating ranges (in this case, perform the procedure described in “Locking and unlocking”...
Page 119 (including rear audible signal can be changed by your gate) using the keyless access function. It SUBARU dealer. We recommend that you is not possible to lock the doors (including contact your SUBARU dealer for details.
Page 120 2-14 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push–button start system ! Opening rear gate (Outback) ! Opening trunk (Sedan) ! Locking with the door lock sensor Rear gate opener button Trunk opener button Door lock sensor Carry the access key, and press the rear Carry the access key, and press the trunk gate opener button.
Page 121 “non-operational” els with double locking system) . Lock or unlock the doors by the For further details, we recommend that following: you consult a SUBARU dealer. – Using the remote keyless entry Rear lock button ! Power saving function system...
Page 122: Warning Chimes And Warning Indicator
F2-19. use the keyless access function, disable SUBARU dealer. For more details, we 1. Open the driver’s door. the keyless access function. recommend that you contact a SUBARU dealer.
Page 123: When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
2-17 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push–button start system ! By operating the driver’s door 7. Within 10 seconds after step 6 is performed, close and open the driver’s 1. Sit in the driver’s seat, and close the door once. door.
Page 124: Technical Information For Europe Models
2-18 Keys and doors/PIN Code Access (models with “keyless access with push–button start system”) & Technical information for PIN Code Access (models with “keyless access with Europe models . This device complies with the essential push-button start system”) requirements of the Radio and Telecom- munications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999/5/EC.
Page 125: Registering A Pin Code
2-19 Keys and doors/PIN Code Access (models with “keyless access with push–button start system”) ! Registration & Registering a PIN code 6. Perform steps 1 to 5 again within For example, to register “32468” as the approximately 30 seconds after the buz- ! Preparation PIN code, perform the following proce- zer starts sounding intermittently.
Page 126: Unlocking
2-20 Keys and doors/Remote keyless entry system the registered PIN code will be deleted. buzzer will sound if incorrect PIN codes Remote keyless entry system You cannot unlock the doors by PIN are entered five times continuously. If Code Access until a new code is this occurs, you cannot unlock the The remote transmitter can be used within registered.
Page 127: Locking And Unlocking Doors
. Do not take the transmitter apart. your SUBARU dealer. We recommend . Do not get the transmitter wet. If it that you contact your SUBARU dealer for details. Also, the setting of the gets wet, wipe it dry with a cloth hazard warning flasher operation can immediately.
Page 128: Opening Trunk Lid/Unlocking Rear Gate
The door unlock selection function makes ! Locking place) can be changed by a SUBARU it possible to unlock the driver’s door dealer. We recommend that you contact Pressing the lock button locks all doors without unlocking any other doors.
Page 129: Replacing Battery
The double locking system is an anti-theft are as follows. system. It operates when the doors are . Equipment’s trade name: SUBARU locked using the key or remote transmitter. . Equipment’s model name: TF001 While this system is operating, the power .
Page 130: To Set Double Locking System
2-24 Keys and doors/Double locking system & To set double locking system & To cancel double locking ! Setting system using remote trans- system mitter ! Setting system using key 1. Remove the key from the ignition ! Canceling system using key 1.
Page 131: In An Emergency
2-25 Keys and doors/Function disabling unlocking with the power door locking switch (Australia models) ! Canceling system using remote direction. Function disabling unlocking . Break one of the windows and climb transmitter with the power door locking out through the window opening. Press the “...
Page 132: Child Safety Locks
2-26 Keys and doors/Child safety locks This function is canceled when the doors Child safety locks Windows are unlocked using the remote keyless entry system or the ignition switch is turned to “ON”. WARNING NOTE To avoid serious personal injury .
Page 133: Power Window Operation By Driver
2-27 Keys and doors/Windows ! Operating the driver’s window & Power window operation by and release it, and the window will fully close. To stop the window halfway, press driver the switch down lightly. ! Driver’s side power window NOTE switches If the vehicle’s battery is disconnected due to situations such as battery or...
Page 134 2-28 Keys and doors/Windows ! Operating the passenger’s window up until it clicks and release it, and the ment function may operate. . The window cannot be operated for window will fully close. To stop the window halfway, push the switch down lightly. a few seconds after the anti-entrap- ment function operates.
Page 135: Power Window Operation By Passengers
2-29 Keys and doors/Windows & Power window operation by ! Locking the passengers’ windows ! Operating the window passengers ! Passenger’s side power window switches Lock Automatically open/close (if equipped) Unlock Open/close Press the lock switch. When the lock To open: switch is in the lock position, the passen- Push the switch down lightly and hold it.
Page 136: Initialization Of Power Window
2-30 Keys and doors/Windows & Initialization of power win- NOTE up until it clicks and release it, and the . If a window detects an impact simi- window will fully close. To stop the window halfway, push the switch down lightly. lar to that caused by trapping an object If the vehicle’s battery is disconnected due (for example, when the vehicle encoun-...
Page 137: Trunk Lid (Sedan)
2-31 Keys and doors/Trunk lid (Sedan) & To open and close the trunk & To open the trunk lid from Trunk lid (Sedan) lid from outside inside The trunk lid can be opened using the WARNING keyless access function or remote keyless .
Page 138: Rear Gate (Outback)
2-32 Keys and doors/Rear gate (Outback) Rear gate (Outback) To open: To close: & Manual rear gate (if equipped) The rear gate can be locked and unlocked using any of the following systems. . Power door locking switch: Refer to “Power door locking switch”...
Page 139: Power Rear Gate (If Equipped)
. Do not install any accessories . After opening the rear gate on a in their inability to hold the rear other than genuine SUBARU slope by using the power rear gate open. parts or an equivalent on the rear gate feature, the rear gate may .
Page 140 2-34 Keys and doors/Rear gate (Outback) . The vehicle is stopped completely. ! Operation deactivate the power rear gate and the . The outside temperature is within a rear gate will not be closed. If this NOTE range from −308C to 608C (from −228F to occurs, close the rear gate manually.
Page 141 2-35 Keys and doors/Rear gate (Outback) hazard warning flashers will operate as power rear gate button again, the rear follows: gate will open. . When operating the power rear gate ! By the buttons on the rear gate button on the instrument panel: flashes twice.
Page 142 2-36 Keys and doors/Rear gate (Outback) To open the rear gate: gate button again, the rear gate will open. 1. Carry the access key (when the rear ! Manual operation gate is locked). NOTE 2. Briefly press the rear gate opener Using the power rear gate operation is button when the rear gate is closed.
Page 143 2-37 Keys and doors/Rear gate (Outback) ! Reverse function more from the completely closed posi- tion. WARNING Retrieval of the rear gate height: . Do not let parts of your body get To open the rear gate and stop it at the caught when operating the re- registered height, perform the following verse function.
Page 144 2-38 Keys and doors/Rear gate (Outback) ! Rear gate drop prevention function However, the rear gate may open or close depending on the rear If, while fully opened via the power rear gate height when automatic op- gate function, the rear gate is lowered by eration is ceased.
Page 145: Sunroof (If Equipped)
2-39 Keys and doors/Sunroof & Sunroof switches Sunroof (if equipped) allow an unattended child to remain in the vehicle. Failure to The sunroof has both tilting and sliding follow this procedure could re- functions. WARNING sult in injury to a child operating ! Tilting sunroof the sunroof.
Page 146: Sun Shade
2-40 Keys and doors/Sunroof & Sun shade pletely. Pressing the switch continuously of the switch. may cause damage to the sunroof. After washing the vehicle or after it rains, ! Sliding sunroof wipe away water on the roof prior to opening the sunroof to prevent drops of water from falling into the passenger compartment.
Page 147 Instruments and controls Ignition switch (models without push- Front passenger’s frontal airbag ON and OFF indicators (if equipped) ........3-17 button start system)......... Malfunction indicator light (Check Engine LOCK..............light) ............... 3-17 ACC..............Charge warning light.......... 3-18 ON..............Oil pressure warning light ........3-18 START ..............
Page 148 SUBARU Rear Vehicle Detection warning Front fog light switch......... 3-63 indicator (if equipped) ........3-37 Rear fog light switch (if equipped)...... 3-64 SUBARU Rear Vehicle Detection OFF indicator (if Wiper and washer..........3-65 equipped)............3-37 Windshield wiper and washer switches ....3-67 Icy road surface warning ........
Page 149 Instruments and controls Rear window wiper and washer switch Auto-dimming mirror (if equipped)...... 3-74 (Outback) ............3-70 Outside mirrors ..........3-75 Defogger and deicer .......... 3-71 Tilt/telescopic steering wheel ......3-76 Headlight washer (if equipped) ......3-73 Horn ..............3-77 Mirrors..............
Page 150: Ignition Switch (Models Without Push- Button Start System)
Instruments and controls/Ignition switch (models without push–button start system) Ignition switch (models with- slightly to the left and right as you turn ignition switch for safety and the ignition switch. never allow an unattended child out push-button start sys- to remain in the vehicle. Failure tem) &...
Page 151: Acc
Instruments and controls/Ignition switch (models without push–button start system) & ACC NOTE contains an immobilizer transponder. . The key is near or touching another The engine may not start in the follow- In this position the electrical accessories transmitter. ing cases. (audio, accessory power outlet, etc.) can be used.
Page 152: Push-Button Ignition Switch (Models With Push-Button Start System)
Instruments and controls/Push–button ignition switch (models with push–button start system) The light gradually turns off under the Push-button ignition switch following conditions. (models with push-button . when the ignition switch is turned to the start system) “ON” position . when the doors are locked using the &...
Page 153: Switching Power Status
Instruments and controls/Push–button ignition switch (models with push–button start system) & Switching power status – On the floor – Inside the glove box – Inside the door trim pocket – On the rear seat – On the rear shelf (Sedan) –...
Page 154: When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
Power is turned switch while turning the steering wheel Turned off off. the operation. We recommend left and right. that you contact a SUBARU deal- The following er immediately. systems can be ! Battery drainage prevention func- used: . If the push-button ignition switch...
Page 155: Hazard Warning Flasher
Instruments and controls/Hazard warning flasher “Emergency stop signal” F7-27. Hazard warning flasher Meters and gauges NOTE Liquid crystal displays are used in some of the meters and gauges on the combination meter. You will find their indications hard to see if you wear polarized glasses.
Page 156: Canceling The Function For Meter/Gauge Needle Movement Upon Turning On The Ignition Switch
3-10 Instruments and controls/Meters and gauges & Odometer NOTE This sequence of operations may not take place if you quickly turn the ignition switch to start the engine. This is not a malfunction. & Canceling the function for meter/gauge needle move- ment upon turning on the ignition switch It is possible to activate or deactivate the...
Page 157: Double Trip Meter
3-11 Instruments and controls/Meters and gauges & Double trip meter To set the trip meter to zero, select the A trip or B trip meter by pressing the trip reset switch and keep the switch pressed for more than 2 seconds. CAUTION To ensure safety, do not attempt to change the function of the indicator...
Page 158: Tachometer
3-12 Instruments and controls/Meters and gauges & Tachometer about diesel fuel, refer to “Fuel If, while the fuel gauge needle is indicating the amount of fuel remaining in the tank, requirements for diesel engine mod- The tachometer shows the engine speed els”...
Page 159: Temperature Gauge
3-13 Instruments and controls/Meters and gauges & Temperature gauge CAUTION Needle position Displayed unit “+” side “-” side If the pointer exceeds the normal operating range, safely stop the Better Poorer vehicle as soon as possible. km/l Refer to “Engine overheating” F9- l/100km Poorer Better...
Page 160: Warning And Indicator Lights
(CVT models) We recommend that you consult your illuminate momentarily and then turn off : ABS warning light authorized SUBARU dealer for repair. when the ignition switch is initially turned & to the “ON” position. This permits check- Seatbelt warning light : Brake system warning light (red) ing the operation of the bulbs.
Page 161 3-15 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights ! Seatbelt warning for driver’s seat ! Seatbelt warning for front passen- of flashing followed by 1 second of steady illumination. At the same time, a buzzer ger’s seat (if equipped) Your vehicle is equipped with a seatbelt will start a repeated cycle consisting of warning device for the driver’s seat.
Page 162: Rear Seatbelt Indicator Light (If Equipped)
We recommend that you have the (10 seconds maximum). system checked immediately by . The occupant detection system of your nearest SUBARU dealer. Un- the front passenger’s seat detects if the less checked and properly repaired, seat is occupied by a passenger. How-...
Page 163: Front Passenger's Frontal Airbag On And Off Indicators (If Equipped)
ON indicator will remain off while system. We recommend that you ask your the OFF indicator will illuminate. SUBARU dealer to ascertain whether your With the ignition switch turned to the “ON” vehicle has the OBD system. position, if both the ON and OFF indica-...
Page 164: Charge Warning Light
SUBARU dealer immediately. vehicle checked/repaired by your . Stop towing a trailer as soon as SUBARU dealer as soon as possi- & possible. Oil pressure warning ble. Continued vehicle operation light...
Page 165: Engine Low Oil Level Warning Indicator
“TPMS mode setting” checked by a SUBARU dealer. F7-44. light turns off. NOTE ! Transmission control system warn- Each tire, including the spare (if provided), .
Page 166 SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. side. under-inflation has not reached the level WARNING to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire If this light still illuminates while pressure telltale.
Page 167: Abs Warning Light
& ABS warning light recommend that you promptly further details of the EBD system mal- function warning, refer to “Electronic contact a SUBARU dealer to have CAUTION Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system the system inspected. warning” F3-23. . If any of the following conditions...
Page 168: Vehicle Dynamics Control Warning Light/Vehicle Dynamics Control Operation Indicator Light
Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights and does not indicate a malfunction. after the engine is started but turns off vehicle checked at a SUBARU deal- When the battery becomes fully charged, immediately and remains off. er as soon as possible.
Page 169: Vehicle Dynamics Control Off Indicator Light
3-23 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights & have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU fluid or worn brake pads. If this occurs, Brake system warning dealer as soon as possible. immediately stop the vehicle at the near- light (red) .
Page 170: Electronic Parking Brake Warning Light (Yellow)
We recommend that you drive carefully to ated, this light flashes for approximately you contact your SUBARU dealer. the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the 10 seconds. When the electronic parking system inspected. brake system is malfunctioning, this light .
Page 171: Hill Holder Indicator Light
Hill . The steering wheel is operated fre- at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. Holder function. For details about the Hill quently and turned sharply while the Holder function, refer to “Hill Holder...
Page 172: Low Fuel Warning Light
3-26 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights & & to drive while water has accumu- Windshield washer All-Wheel Drive warn- lated in the fuel filter will damage the fluid warning light ing light (CVT models) fuel injection pump. This light illuminates when the fluid level in CAUTION the windshield washer fluid tank de- &...
Page 173: Automatic Headlight Beam Leveler Warning Light (Models With Led Headlights)
SUBARU access key warning indicator in order to m e n d t h a t y o u c o n t a c t a dealer as soon as possible.
Page 174 3-28 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights the trunk lid from inside” F2-31. . Do not leave the access key inside the trunk. Depending on the status of the access key and situation, the trunk lockout protect function may not oper- ate.
Page 175 3-29 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights Access key Operation indica- Inside warning Outside warning warning indica- tor on push-button Status Action chime chime tor on meter ignition switch Switch the push-button ignition switch to “OFF”, or close the The driver’s door was opened while the push-button ignition switch is driver’s door.
Page 176 3-30 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights Access key Operation indica- Inside warning Outside warning warning indica- tor on push-button Status Action chime chime tor on meter ignition switch Ding, Access key warning: Carry the access key, and drive — —...
Page 177 We recommend that you contact System malfunction warning: Flashes in orange — — a SUBARU dealer immediately Ding A malfunction was detected in the (15 seconds max.) and have the vehicle inspected. power system or steering lock.
Page 178: Immobilizer Indicator Light
– when the ignition switch is in the ing. We recommend that you contact your following conditions. “ON” position nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. For models with “keyless access with In the event that an unauthorized key (for . Even if a malfunction occurs, such push-button start system”:...
Page 179: Drive Indicator Light (Petrol Engine Models)
3-33 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights & SI-DRIVE indicator light & Select lever/gear position in- mended, the downshift indicator blinks. (petrol engine models) dicator NOTE ! CVT models . The gear shift indicator cannot be deactivated. . Usually, the gear shift indicator is guideline for driving more fuel-effi- ciency and it also may operate to prevent a possible engine stall at low...
Page 180: Turn Signal Indicator Lights
“Rear combination lights” F11-54. indicator when the ignition switch is in inspected by your SUBARU dealer. the “ON” position. Change the setting & High beam indicator when the ignition switch is in the &...
Page 181: Cruise Control Set Indicator
3-35 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights & headlights) Preheating indicator that you have your vehicle in- spected at a SUBARU dealer as light (diesel engine & Front fog light indicator soon as possible. models) light The preheating indicator light illuminates...
Page 182: Diesel Particulate Filter Warning Indicator (Diesel Engine Models)
(diesel engine models) models)” F7-14. indicator flashes, we recommend that you . For MT models, if it is difficult to consult the nearest SUBARU dealer for an ! When diesel particulate filter warn- immediate inspection. maintain all these conditions, maintain-...
Page 183: Auto Start Stop Warning Indicator/Auto Start Stop Off Indicator (Yellow) (If Equipped)
(if equipped) actual outside air temperature. spected at a SUBARU dealer as . Treat the icy road surface warning This warning indicator appears when the soon as possible.
Page 184: Information Display
“ACC” or “ON” NOTE position. Clock Your SUBARU dealer can change the To adjust the time shown by the clock, Climate control mode indicators settings of activating/deactivating the press the “+” button or the “−” button. If...
Page 185 3-39 Instruments and controls/Information display & Climate control mode indica- & Outside temperature indica- located near the clock display. The clock display will then start to flash for 5 tors seconds. 3. While the clock display is flashing, press and hold the “+” button. The clock format will then change.
Page 186: Multi Information Display
3-40 Instruments and controls/Multi information display F3-33.) Multi information display SI-DRIVE indicator (refer to “SI-DRIVE indicator light (petrol engine models)” F3-33.) WARNING Telltale screen (refer to “Telltale screen” F3-42.) Odometer (refer to “Odometer” F3-10.)/ Always pay adequate attention to double trip meter (refer to “Double trip safe driving when operating the meter”...
Page 187: Basic Operation
3-41 Instruments and controls/Multi information display & Basic operation & Welcome screen and Good- rear gate) is opened while the welcome screen is displayed, the door ajar bye screen By operating “ ” or “ ” of the control warning will appear. switch, the screens and selection items When the driver’s door is opened and .
Page 188: Telltale Screen
Engine low oil level 3-19 . The outside temperature indicator warning indicator the telltale screen. shows the temperature around the SUBARU Rear Vehicle sensor. Therefore, the temperature in- Detection warning indi- 3-37 dication may differ from the actual cator (if equipped) outside air temperature.
Page 189: Basic Screens
3-43 Instruments and controls/Multi information display & Basic screens Average fuel consumption screen: Mark Name Page By operating the “ ” or “ ” switch on the High beam assist steering wheel, you can change the warning indicator (yel- 3-34 screen that is always displayed.
Page 190 3-44 Instruments and controls/Multi information display Current fuel consumption screen: Driving information screen: Digital speed screen: : Fuel consumption : Journey time This screen displays the current vehicle speed. : Driving range on remaining fuel : Journey distance This screen displays the rate of fuel con- This screen displays the journey time (the SI-DRIVE mode screen: sumption at the present moment.
Page 191 Instruments and controls/Multi information display NOTE Auto Start Stop screen (if equipped): Multi Media Link screen (while selecting the destination) (models with genuine SUBARU . When the trip meter is reset, the navigation system): corresponding accumulated time and the amount of fuel saving are also reset.
Page 192: Menu Screens
3-46 Instruments and controls/Multi information display & Menu screens Pull and hold the “ /SET” switch to enter the menu screens when all of the following conditions are satisfied. . The vehicle has been completely stopped. . The select lever is in the “P” position (CVT models).
Page 193 3-47 Instruments and controls/Multi information display The menu list is as follows. Second menu First menu Third menu Settings Screen Settings Welcome Screen ON (with sound) — ON (without sound) — Good-bye Screen ON/OFF — Gauge Initial Movement ON/OFF Gear Position Indicator Settings ON/OFF —...
Page 194 3-48 Instruments and controls/Multi information display Second menu First menu Third menu Settings Vehicle Setting Keyless Entry System ON/OFF Audible Signal ON/OFF Hazard Warning Flasher 20 seconds – 60 seconds, OFF Security Relocking Driver Door Only/All Driver Door Unlock Rear Gate/Trunk Only/All Rear Gate/Trunk Unlock —...
Page 195 3-49 Instruments and controls/Multi information display ! Screen Settings ! Units (U.K. models) ! Illumination Color Selection After entering the “Screen Settings” menu, You can select the displayed units of the You can change the illumination color of select one of the following menus. distance, vehicle speed and volume.
Page 196 . Driver Door Unlock: activate. Select “Off” to deactivate. “Max”, “Mid”, “Low” or “Min”. The door unlock selection function for the ! SRVD (Subaru Rear Vehicle Detec- ! Default Settings driver’s door can be activated or deacti- tion) (if equipped) vated.
Page 197: Light Control Switch
3-51 Instruments and controls/Light control switch & Headlights Regardless of the position of the light Light control switch control switch, the illuminated lights are turned off when the key is removed from CAUTION the ignition switch. . Use of any lights for a long period NOTE of time while the engine is not The light control switch can be oper-...
Page 198 Second position: and the exterior lights is 30 seconds. be changed by your SUBARU dealer. For This setting can be changed to OFF (no Headlights, front position lights, instru- details, we recommend that you contact...
Page 199: High/Low Beam Change (Dimmer)
3-53 Instruments and controls/Light control switch & High/low beam change ! Sensor of the auto on/off headlights illuminate. (if equipped) (dimmer) The headlights and exterior lights will turn off when any of the following conditions occur. . 30 seconds have passed since the driver’s door was closed.
Page 200 . There is no preceding vehicle. – When replacing the windshield . The forward area of the vehicle is dark. glass, use the genuine SUBARU parts (or equivalent products). When any of the following conditions is met, the headlight will change to low beam.
Page 201 (non-operation) at SUBARU dealers. For more details, we recommend that High beam assist indicator (green) you contact a SUBARU dealer. When the high beam assist function is ! How to use the high beam assist High beam assist warning indicator...
Page 202 – “ ” position (except Australia inspected at a SUBARU dealer. – When the inside mirror or the models) camera is deformed or dirty ! How to change the headlight –...
Page 203: Headlight Flasher
3-57 Instruments and controls/Light control switch & Headlight flasher sign or a mirror in vehicle ahead mode may differ due to the following – When the rear part of the vehicle factors. – The vehicle condition (e. g., number ahead, such as a container, reflects light strongly of passengers or weight of loaded –...
Page 204: Daytime Running Light System (If Equipped)
. The light control switch is in the The operational/non-operational setting of “AUTO” (if equipped) or off position. the one-touch lane changer’s can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. We To activate the right turn signal, push the NOTE recommend that you contact the nearest turn signal lever up.
Page 205: Illumination Brightness Control
. when the light switch is in the “AUTO” function can be changed by your position and the headlights illuminate SUBARU dealer. We recommend that automatically (models with auto on/off you contact your SUBARU dealer for headlights) details. You can adjust the illumination brightness for better visibility.
Page 206: Manual Headlight Beam Leveler (Models Without Led Headlights, If Equipped)
3-60 Instruments and controls/Headlight beam leveler & Manual headlight beam leve- CAUTION ler (models without LED . Please use the appropriate dial headlights, if equipped) position according to the follow- ing tables. Otherwise, your vehi- cle may not light the road in front of your vehicle sufficiently, or the surrounding vehicles may ex- perience too much glare.
Page 207 3-61 Instruments and controls/Headlight beam leveler Sedan: Number of front seat Number of rear seat Load in the luggage Dial position Trailer towing occupants occupants compartment area 1 or 2 No load No load Full load* Full load* Full load* Full load* Use in special case Use in special case...
Page 208 3-62 Instruments and controls/Headlight beam leveler Outback: Number of front seat Number of rear seat Load in the luggage Dial position Trailer towing occupants occupants compartment area 1 or 2 No load No load Full load* Full load* Full load* Full load* Use in special case Use in special case...
Page 209: Fog Light Switch
3-63 Instruments and controls/Fog light switch switch back down to the following posi- Fog light switch tions. & Front fog light switch . “ ” position (except Australia models) . “OFF” position (Australia models) Front fog light operating condition (Australia models) Headlight switch Fog light switch Front fog light operating condition...
Page 210: Rear Fog Light Switch (If Equipped)
3-64 Instruments and controls/Fog light switch & Rear fog light switch (if To turn off the rear fog light, either turn the lights). switch upward back to the “ ” position or . The key is removed from the ignition equipped) turn it downward to the “...
Page 211: Wiper And Washer
SUBARU Windshield . When having your vehicle windshield or rear window. Washer Fluid or the equivalent. – CONTINUED –...
Page 212 We recommend that you contact solution to prevent streaking, and to switch is in the “ON” position, the your SUBARU dealer and have the remove accumulations of road salt or system inspected as soon as pos- wipers will operate once. This indicates road film.
Page 213: Windshield Wiper And Washer Switches
3-67 Instruments and controls/Wiper and washer & Windshield wiper and washer tion or high speed position, although the wipers will switch to switches the automatic operation with the The wiper operates only when the ignition wiper switch in the “AUTO” position switch is in the “ON”...
Page 214 The setting can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. For more details, we recommend that you contact a SUBARU dealer. . While the intermittent wiper is in operation, if the vehicle is started, the wiper will operate once.
Page 215 3-69 Instruments and controls/Wiper and washer ! Windshield washer ! Wiper intermittent time control Australia models / MIST: Mist (for a single wipe) When the wiper switch is in the “ ”/“INT” To wash the windshield, pull the wiper / OFF: Off control lever toward you.
Page 216: Rear Window Wiper And Washer Switch (Outback)
3-70 Instruments and controls/Wiper and washer : Washer (accompanied by wiper operation) position (Australia models) . when the light switch is in the ! Rear wiper “AUTO” position and the headlights To turn the rear wiper on, turn the knob illuminate automatically (models with switch upward.
Page 217: Defogger And Deicer
“ON” position. verse gear interlocked rear wiper). The operational/non-operational setting of the reverse gear interlocked rear wiper can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. For details, we recommend that you contact your SUBARU dealer. ! Washer To wash the rear window while the rear wiper is operating, turn the knob switch upward to the “...
Page 218 It is possible to set the defogger and NOTE deicer system for the continuous opera- While the defogger and deicer system tion mode by a SUBARU dealer. We is in the continuous operation mode: recommend that you contact your . If the vehicle speed remains at 15 SUBARU dealer for details.
Page 219: Headlight Washer (If Equipped)
3-73 Instruments and controls/Headlight washer deicer system is canceled and the washer fluid as soon as you release the Headlight washer (if system stops operating. wiper control lever. The headlight washer equipped) sprays the washer fluid for approximately 1 second and then stops automatically. CAUTION .
Page 220: Mirrors
3-74 Instruments and controls/Mirrors & Auto-dimming mirror (if ! How to use the auto-dimming mir- Mirrors equipped) Always check that the inside and outside WARNING mirrors are properly adjusted before you start driving. To ensure safety, always adjust the mirrors and operate the switch be- &...
Page 221: Outside Mirrors
3-75 Instruments and controls/Mirrors NOTE ! Remote control mirror switch ! Power folding mirror switch . Sensors are located in front of and behind the mirror. . Even with the mirror in the auto- matic dimming mode, the mirror sur- face turns bright if the shift lever/select lever is shifted into the “R”...
Page 222: Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel
3-76 Instruments and controls/Tilt/telescopic steering wheel the “LOCK”/“OFF” position to the again and then unfold them by operat- Tilt/telescopic steering wheel “ACC” or “ON” position. ing the switch again. . When both of the following condi- . When the temperature is low, the WARNING tions are met, the outside mirrors may outside mirrors may stop during opera-...
Page 223: Horn
3-77 Instruments and controls/Horn Horn Tilt adjustment Telescopic adjustment 1. Adjust the seat position. Refer to To sound the horn, push the horn pad. “Front seats” F1-2. 2. Pull the tilt/telescopic lock lever down. 3. Move the steering wheel to the desired level.
Page 224 Climate control Ventilator control..........Operating tips for heater and air conditioner ............Center ventilators..........Cleaning ventilation grille........Side ventilators ........... Rear ventilators (if equipped)....... Efficient cooling after parking in direct sunlight ............. Climate control panel.......... Lubrication oil circulation in the refrigerant Automatic climate control system .....
Page 225: Ventilator Control
Climate control/Ventilator control & Side ventilators & Rear ventilators (if equipped) Ventilator control & Center ventilators Open Open Close Close Open Move the tab to adjust the flow direction. Move the tab to adjust the flow direction. Close To open the ventilator, turn the side grille To open the ventilator, turn the rear grille open/close wheel upward to the “...
Page 226: Climate Control Panel
Climate control/Climate control panel Temperature control dial (Refer to “Tem- Climate control panel perature control” F4-6.) “AUTO” button (Refer to “Automatic climate control system” F4-4.) “OFF” button (Refer to “Automatic cli- mate control system” F4-4.) “A/C” button (Refer to “Air conditioner control”...
Page 227: Automatic Climate Control System
Climate control/Automatic climate control system & Sensors NOTE Automatic climate control If you operate any of the buttons on the system control panel other than the “OFF” button, rear window defogger button NOTE and temperature control buttons during . Operate the automatic climate con- FULL AUTO mode operation, the trol system when the engine is running.
Page 228: Manual Climate Control
Climate control/Manual climate control properly and become damaged, the sys- Manual climate control tem may not be able to control the interior & Airflow mode selection temperature correctly. To avoid damaging the sensors, observe the following pre- Select the preferred airflow mode by cautions: performing the following procedure.
Page 229: Temperature Control
Climate control/Manual climate control the instrument panel and some through When this mode is selected, some of the windshield defroster outlets (A small settings will be changed as follows. . The temperature setting will be chan- amount of air flows to the windshield and both side windows to prevent fogging.) ged to the maximum cooling mode.
Page 230: Fan Speed Control
Climate control/Defrosting When the “DUAL” mode is selected: mately 08C (328F), the air conditioner Defrosting and dehumidification system may not Turn the driver’s side dial to set the work properly. driver’s side temperature. Turn the front Select the desired “ ”...
Page 231: Operating Tips For Heater And Air Conditioner
SUBARU dealer. Since the condenser is located in front of the radiator, this area should be kept clean &...
Page 232: Refrigerant For Your Climate Control System
SUBARU dealer. For which type of refrigerant is used in your replacement, we recommend that you use vehicle.
Page 233: Replacing An Air Filter
4-10 Climate control/Air filtration system & Replacing an air filter (3) Push both sides of the glove box inward to unlock the stoppers. Then 1. Remove the glove box. pull down the glove box as far as it will (1) Open the glove box. 2.
Page 234 4-11 Climate control/Air filtration system 3. Remove the air filter. 6. Reinstall the glove box, and connect the damper shaft. 4. Replace the air filter element with a new one. 7. Close the glove box. 5. Reinstall the cover of the air filter. CAUTION The arrow mark on the filter must point UP.
Page 235 5-55 Basic operation ..........5-16 Phone settings ..........5-56 Unit settings ............5-18 What to do if............5-59 SUBARU STARLINK (for Europe) ......5-25 Troubleshooting..........5-59 AM/FM radio............5-27 Voice command system operation ....5-63 Media operation..........5-30 Voice command system ........
Page 236: Antenna System
Antenna performance will deteriorate & Printed antenna significantly if you apply tinting film or Your SUBARU may be equipped with one any other material over the antenna of the following audio sets. Refer to the portion of the rear window/windshield...
Page 237: Base Display Audio Set (For Europe)
. Power and audio controls: refer to “Basic operation” F5-16. . S U B A R U S TA R L I N K : r e f e r t o “SUBARU STARLINK (for Europe)” F5- . Radio operation: refer to “AM/FM radio” F5-27.
Page 238 Audio/Audio set . If your vehicle is equipped with an audio set other than the type shown in the illustration, refer to the separate Navigation Owner’s Manual or Display Owner’s Manual for details.
Page 239: Base Display Audio Set (Except For Europe)
Audio/Audio set & Base display audio set (except for Europe) The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position. . Power and audio controls: refer to “Basic operation” F5-16. . Radio operation: refer to “AM/FM radio” F5-27.
Page 240: Tips For Operating The Audio/Visual System
Audio/Audio set . If your vehicle is equipped with an ! Radio there is another strong station nearby on audio set other than the types shown in the FM band, the radio may tune in the Usually, a problem with radio reception the illustration, refer to the separate second station until the original signal can does not mean there is a problem with the...
Page 241 Audio/Audio set ! CD player and disc be playable on your player: Transparent/translucent discs – SACD . This CD player is intended for use with – dts CD 12 cm (4.7 in.) discs only. – Copy-protected CD . Extremely high temperatures can keep –...
Page 242 Audio/Audio set . Do not use printable discs. The Labeled discs cases away from moisture, heat and direct sunlight. use of such discs may damage the player, or it may be impossi- ble to eject the disc. CAUTION To clean a disc: Wipe it with a soft, lint- .
Page 243 Audio/Audio set ! iPod of disc characteristics, scratches or dirt on els or software versions etc., some mod- the disc, or dirt, condensation, etc. on the els might be incompatible with this sys- ® ® The following iPod , iPod nano , iPod lens of the unit.
Page 244 5-10 Audio/Audio set . M3u playlists are not compatible with Corresponding bit rates (Audio) and playback errors, use the appropriate file extension. the audio device. File type Bit rate (kbps) . This system can play only the first . MP3i (MP3 interactive) and MP3PRO session when using multi-session compa- formats are not compatible with the audio MP3 files:...
Page 245 5-11 Audio/Audio set . Level 2: The file name can have up to ! ID3 tag 31 characters (including the separation . This is a method of embedding track- mark “.” and file extension). Each folder related information in an MP3 file. This must contain fewer than 8 hierarchies.
Page 246 This indicates that there is no audio file in the “No audio file” iPod connected iPod. This indicates that the accessed file cannot play “Unplayable file” back. NOTE If the malfunction is not rectified: We recommend that you take your vehicle to your SUBARU dealer.
Page 247: Basic Information Before Use
5-13 Audio/Audio set & Basic information before use memory/portable device. . For compatible USB memory de- vices, refer to “USB memory device” WARNING F5-9. . For compatible iPod models, refer to When the vehicle is stopped with the “iPod” F5-9. engine running, always apply the .
Page 248 5-14 Audio/Audio set ! Touch screen gestures ! Touch screen operation Operations are performed by touching the touch screen directly with your finger. This system is operated mainly by the keys on the screen. Operation method Outline Main use . When a screen key is touched, a beep sounds.
Page 249 5-15 Audio/Audio set ! Entering letters and numbers/list input by a user may be deleted. Also, Function the screen keys may be harder than screen operation & Set the characters/numbers entered usual to press. ! Entering letters and numbers . When you look at the screen into the window.
Page 250: Basic Operation
. For Europe: When using the Your audio/visual system works when the ignition switch is turned to the “ACC” or SUBARU STARLINK function, the dis- “ON” position. play screen may be different from the screen above.
Page 251 5-17 Audio/Audio set NOTE NOTE ! Selecting an audio source . If the audio control screen appears, Some functions can also be operated 1. Press the “AUDIO/TUNE” knob. select the “Source” key on the audio by using the voice command system. For details, refer to “Voice command screen or press the “AUDIO/TUNE”...
Page 252: Unit Settings
Select to display the functions Select to reset the device to APPS (if linked with a smartphone. Refer factory settings. This menu is not to “SUBARU STARLINK (for Reset to equipped) used in usual operation. Europe)” F5-25. Factory...
Page 253 5-19 Audio/Audio set ! Bluetooth settings ! Sound settings Item Function Touch the tab to set Bluetooth. Touch the tab to set the sound quality. Vocal Im- Select to pick-up vocal sound signal from the sound data, and age Con- adjust it to right/left or front/rear.
Page 254 5-20 Audio/Audio set ! “Balance/Fader” Item Step Default A good balance of the left and right stereo Balance L9-R9 0 (Center) Volume Balance channels and of the front and rear sound Control Fader F9-R9 0 (Center) levels is important for good quality audio program listening.
Page 255 5-21 Audio/Audio set . Volume Balance setting . Vocal image setting ! “Speed Volume Control” 1. Select the “Volume Balance Control” 1. Select the “Vocal Image Control” key. The system adjusts to the optimum key. volume and tone quality according to vehicle speed to compensate for in- creased vehicle noise.
Page 256 5-22 Audio/Audio set ! “Graphic Equalizer” ! “Sound Restorer” You can adjust the sound quality by You can play compressed audio data with increasing/decreasing the gain for each a sound quality that is close to the original frequency range. sound. 1.
Page 257 5-23 Audio/Audio set ! Display settings ! “Volume Smoother” ! “Virtual Bass” Touch the tab to set display. This function reduces the difference in This function enables you to adjust the volume among the sound sources to be bass tone. 1.
Page 258 5-24 Audio/Audio set ! SUBARU STARLINK settings (for screen without polarized sunglasses. . If the screen is set to “Day” mode Europe) with the headlight switch turned on, Touch the tab to change the SUBARU this condition is memorized even with STARLINK settings.
Page 259: Subaru Starlink (For Europe)
Refer to “Voice com- Bluetooth. has not been connected via USB (for mand system operation” F5-63. ! How to use SUBARU STARLINK iPhone) or Bluetooth (for Android). . SUBARU STARLINK APPS has not 1. Connect to the audio system. Use a been activated.
Page 260 Select to go to the Weather APPS screen. NOTE . The error screen will be displayed while using SUBARU STARLINK due to one of the following possible reasons. – When your smartphone has no service or the Bluetooth communi- cation is not possible.
Page 261: Am/Fm Radio
5-27 Audio/Audio set & AM/FM radio Function ! Control screen and panel For Europe and Australia: Select to search for stations stored in the preset channels in the direction of a higher frequency. When a receivable station is found, the sys- tem tunes in to the frequency for 10 seconds.
Page 262 5-28 Audio/Audio set When a station name has been acquired, gram when driving across several loca- Function the station name will be displayed instead tions. Turn to step up/down frequencies. of the frequency. ! Selecting a desired options & Press to select an audio source. 1.
Page 263 5-29 Audio/Audio set Function For FM radio: Select to turn the TA (Traffic An- nouncement) interrupt function ON & and OFF. If the setting is ON, when the current station broadcasts TA, the system will automatically switch the audio source to the radio (TA). Select to adjust the volume when &...
Page 264: Media Operation
5-30 Audio/Media operation Media operation Function & & CD Disc slot ! Control screen and panel Turn to select a track/file. & Press to select an audio source. Refer to “Selecting an audio source” F5-17. Press to select a track/file. &...
Page 265 5-31 Audio/Media operation ! Loading a disc ! Unloading a disc ! Select play mode The play mode settings display will appear 1. Press the eject button and remove the CAUTION when play mode key is touched. Select disc. the preferred play mode from the following Never try to disassemble the audio items.
Page 266: Usb Memory
5-32 Audio/Media operation & USB memory ! Control screen and panel Audio files on the USB memory can be played back. WARNING Do not operate the player’s controls or connect the USB memory while driving. Doing so may result in losing control of your vehicle and cause an accident or serious injury.
Page 267: Ipod
5-33 Audio/Media operation & iPod ! Connecting a USB device ! Select play mode You can connect a USB device to the The play mode settings display will appear Audio files on the iPod can be played. vehicle USB port. Refer to “Connecting when play mode key is touched.
Page 268 5-34 Audio/Media operation ! Control screen and panel or displayed properly. ! Connecting the iPod You can connect an iPod to the vehicle USB port using the USB cable. Refer to “Connecting and disconnecting a USB memory/portable device” F5-13. ! How to change the source The iPod operation screen can be reached by the following methods: .
Page 269: Bluetooth Audio
5-35 Audio/Media operation ! Select play mode ! iPod settings & Bluetooth audio The play mode settings display will appear You can choose the following items from The Bluetooth audio system enables the list screen after touching the “List” key when play mode key is touched.
Page 270 5-36 Audio/Media operation . Before using Bluetooth devices, users of any electrical medical device other than implantable cardiac pacemakers, cardiac re- synchronization therapy-pace- makers or implantable cardiover- ter defibrillators should consult the manufacturer of the device for information about its opera- tion under the influence of radio waves.
Page 271 5-37 Audio/Media operation . In the following conditions, the sys- ! Control screen and panel tem may not function: – The Bluetooth device is turned off. – The Bluetooth device is not con- nected. – The Bluetooth device has a low battery.
Page 272: Aux
5-38 Audio/Media operation . Bluetooth device information is re- NOTE NOTE . Playback will be stopped after the gistered when the Bluetooth device is Depending on the type of portable connected to the Bluetooth audio sys- player connected, some functions current track has finished playing, tem.
Page 273 5-39 Audio/Media operation . Do not insert foreign objects into ! Control screen and panel the port as this may damage the portable audio device or its term- inal. Function & Select to display the audio source selection screen. & Select to open the Options screen.
Page 274 5-40 Audio/Media operation ! How to change the source The AUX operation screen can be reached by the following methods: . Connect a portable audio device. Refer to “Connecting and disconnecting a USB memory/portable device” F5-13. . Select the “AUX” key on the source select screen.
Page 275: Steering Switches For Audio
5-41 Audio/Steering switches for audio . +/− switch Steering switches for audio Mode Operation Function Some parts of the audio/visual system can Press Volume up/down be adjusted using the switches on the Except list screen steering wheel. Press and hold Volume up/down continuously List screen Press...
Page 276 Show available functions list STARLINK) Press and hold screen . Source switch Mode Operation Function Press Change audio modes NOTE (for Europe) In the SUBARU STARLINK mode, some operation may be done on the screen depend on the selected APPS.
Page 277: Bluetooth Settings
5-43 ® Audio/Bluetooth settings & Registering/connecting ® Bluetooth settings ® Bluetooth device You can register up to five devices, WARNING regardless of whether they are Bluetooth phones or audio devices. Be sure to park the vehicle in a safe location before connecting or oper- NOTE ating a Bluetooth phone or audio .
Page 278 5-44 ® Audio/Bluetooth settings 5. Touch the “Add” key. sage. (Secure Simple Pairing) compatible Bluetooth devices. Depending on the 7. Check that the screen is displayed type of Bluetooth device being con- when registration is complete. . The system waits for connection nected, a message confirming regis- tration may be displayed on the requests coming from the registered...
Page 279 5-45 ® Audio/Bluetooth settings ! Profiles This system supports the following services. Bluetooth Device Spec. Function Requirements Recommendations Bluetooth Phone/Bluetooth Registering a Bluetooth de- Bluetooth Specification Ver. 1.1 Ver. 2.1 + EDR Audio Device vice Bluetooth Device Profile Function Requirements Recommendations HFP (Hands-Free Profile) Hands-free system...
Page 280: Setting Bluetooth Details
5-46 ® Audio/Bluetooth settings & Setting Bluetooth details when in the Bluetooth audio mode. Function . All icons are dimmed when ! BT Devices Connection screen Show the status of the device connec- Bluetooth is set to off or when the &...
Page 281 1. Select the “PIN” key. ! “In-Car-Device setting” screen the in-vehicle equipment. The default & name is “SUBARU BT”, which can be 2. Enter a PIN-code and then select the The Bluetooth settings can be confirmed “Set” key. changed by selecting it and entering and changed.
Page 282: Audio
5-48 Audio/Phone operation (Hands–free system for cellular phones) . Before using Bluetooth devices, Phone operation (Hands-free nected. – The cellular phone has a low users of any electrical medical system for cellular phones) battery. device other than implantable . When using the hands free function cardiac pacemakers, cardiac re- The hands-free system enables calls to be synchronization therapy-pace-...
Page 283 5-49 Audio/Phone operation (Hands–free system for cellular phones) – The roof or windows are open. Function – The air conditioning vents are & pointed towards the microphone. Open the Incoming Calls screen. – The sound of the air conditioning & Open the Outgoing Calls screen.
Page 284: Registering/Connecting A Bluetooth Phone
5-50 Audio/Phone operation (Hands–free system for cellular phones) & Registering/connecting a . Microphone ! Using the phone switch/micro- Bluetooth phone phone The microphone is used when talking on . Steering switch To use the hands-free system for cellular the phone. phones, it is necessary to register a By pressing the phone switch, a call can cellular phone with the system.
Page 285: Making A Call
5-51 Audio/Phone operation (Hands–free system for cellular phones) & Making a call Item Function There are several methods by which a call Dialpad/ Dial a phone number. Refer to can be made, as described below. “By Dialpad” F5-53. Keypad 1. Press the HOME button on the audio NOTE panel.
Page 286 5-52 Audio/Phone operation (Hands–free system for cellular phones) NOTE number continuously, only the most . Up to ten items in the incoming call recent call is listed in call history. . When a phone number registered in history are listed. Scroll the screen to the contact list is received, the name is see items that are not on the screen.
Page 287 5-53 Audio/Phone operation (Hands–free system for cellular phones) ! By Dialpad When you select a phone number on the screen, the outgoing call screen opens. Input the phone number manually using the keypad displayed on the screen. NOTE Up to 1000 items in the contact data are listed.
Page 288: Receiving A Call
5-54 Audio/Phone operation (Hands–free system for cellular phones) ! Outgoing screen the call. Function . The , and keys are disabled Open the Options (volume settings) on the outgoing call screen. & screen. Refer to “Phone volume set- tings screen” F5-56. &...
Page 289: Talking On The Bluetooth Phone
5-55 Audio/Phone operation (Hands–free system for cellular phones) ! By off/on hook switch Function When you receive a call, you can also Put the incoming call on hold. This answer it by pressing the off hook switch function may not work on some cell &...
Page 290: Phone Settings
5-56 Audio/Phone operation (Hands–free system for cellular phones) ! Phone volume settings screen the type of cellular phone you have. Function . For the operation of the cellular The call and ringtone volume can be Mute your voice to the other party. phone, see the manual that comes with adjusted.
Page 291 5-57 Audio/Phone operation (Hands–free system for cellular phones) NOTE . Depending on the type of phone, certain functions may not be available. . Contact data is managed indepen- dently for every registered phone. When one phone is connected, another phone’s registered data cannot be read.
Page 292 5-58 Audio/Phone operation (Hands–free system for cellular phones) “Cancel” key. ! For PBAP compatible Bluetooth 3. Check that a confirmation screen is phones displayed when the operation is complete. 1. Select the “Download Contacts” or “Download 1 Entry” key. Contacts are NOTE transferred automatically.
Page 293: What To Do If
5-59 Audio/What to do if... What to do if... & Troubleshooting If there is a problem with the hands-free system or a Bluetooth device, first check the table below. When using the hands-free system with a Bluetooth device Page Symptom Likely cause Solution Cellular...
Page 294 5-60 Audio/What to do if... When registering/connecting a cellular phone Page Symptom Likely cause Solution Cellular This phone system An incorrect passcode was entered — Enter the correct passcode on the cellular phone. on the cellular phone. The registration operation has not Complete the registration operation on the cellular —...
Page 295 5-61 Audio/What to do if... When making/receiving a call Page Symptom Likely cause Solution Cellular This phone system Your vehicle is in a “No Service (No Move to where “No Service (No Service)” no — — A call cannot be made/received. Service)”...
Page 296 5-62 Audio/What to do if... In other situations Page Symptom Likely cause Solution Cellular This phone system The cellular phone is not close enough — — Bring the cellular phone closer to this system. to this system. Turn the cellular phone off, remove and —...
Page 297: Voice Command System Operation
5-63 Audio/Voice command system operation ! Microphone tem may not recognize the command Voice command system op- properly and using voice commands eration may not be possible: – The command is incorrect or & Voice command system unclear. Note that certain words, The voice command system enables the accents or speech patterns may be audio, hands-free systems, etc.
Page 298: Voice Command System Operation
5-64 Audio/Voice command system operation & Voice command system op- 2. Say the command. pear, press the talk switch and try again. eration ! Voice command example: Call 1. Press the talk switch. name After the voice command top screen has been displayed, speech guidance will 1.
Page 299: Command List
5-65 Audio/Voice command system operation NOTE name candidate list will be displayed be shown based on the part of the . When the system recognizes multi- on the screen. If the desired name is command that was recognized.) not displayed on the top of the screen, ple phone numbers, a phone number ! Expression examples for each say or select the number of the name...
Page 300 5-66 Audio/Voice command system operation . The notations used in the com- ! Commands for changing the audio ! Commands for Hands Free mands are as follows. mode – < >: Numbers, titles, or Voice command Function names to be spoken Voice command Function Dial Number ? <0-9,...
Page 301 5-67 Audio/Voice command system operation ! Commands for AM/FM control ! Commands for MP3/WMA/AAC, ! Commands for iPod Control USB control Voice command Function Voice command Function Tunes in the higher Voice command Function Seek Up Track Up Select the next track frequency direction Track Up Select the next track...
Page 302: Appendix
5-68 Audio/Appendix . How to get the source code using ! Commands for Bluetooth audio Appendix the open source control & Certification This system implements software using Voice command Function . Bluetooth the open source. For customers who Pause Pause play would like to get the source code of the The Bluetooth word mark and logo are software, it is available by downloading it...
Page 303: Certification For Maroc Models
5-69 Audio/Appendix & Certification for Paraguay & Certification for Europe models models for Declaration of Conformity Record Number: 2014-08-I-000219 Refer to “Bluetooth ® module” F13-23. Manufacturer: Clarion Co., Ltd. Paraguay Distributor: Tokyo Motors S.A. Avda. Eusebio Ayala 4649 kg 5 1/2 Asuncion, Paraguay &...
Page 304 Interior equipment Interior light ............Coat hook............6-11 Dome light ............Shopping bag hook ........... 6-12 Map lights ............For Sedan ............6-12 Cargo area light (Outback)........For Outback ............6-12 OFF delay timer ..........Convenient grip (Outback) ........ 6-13 Sun visors ............
Page 305: Interior Light
Interior equipment/Interior light ! Door interlock switch Interior light DOOR: The dome light illuminates auto- matically when any of the doors (for Outback, including the rear gate) is CAUTION opened. Several seconds after all of the doors (including the rear gate) are closed, the dome light gradually turns off.
Page 306: Cargo Area Light (Outback)
After being illuminated automatically, the lights remain on (OFF delay timer) can these lights remain on for several seconds be changed by a SUBARU dealer. We and then gradually turn off under the recommend that you contact your following conditions.
Page 307: Sun Visors
Interior equipment/Sun visors & Vanity mirror with light Sun visors Storage compartment CAUTION CAUTION Keep the vanity mirror cover closed . Always keep the storage com- while the car is being driven to avoid partment closed while driving to being distracted by the light. reduce the risk of injury in the event of sudden stops or an accident.
Page 308: Glove Box
Interior equipment/Storage compartment & Glove box & Center console The center console box provides a sto- rage space. Pen holder Card holder To open the glove box, pull the handle. To When the lid inside the center console is close it, push the lid firmly upward. removed, you can use the center console Coin tray as a pen holder or a card holder.
Page 309: Overhead Console
Interior equipment/Cup holders & Overhead console & Pocket Cup holders CAUTION Take care to avoid spills. Beverages, if hot, might burn you and/or your passengers. Spilled beverages may also damage upholstery, carpets or audio equipment. & Front passenger’s cup holder CAUTION To open the console, push on the lid lightly CAUTION...
Page 310: Rear Passenger's Cup Holder
Interior equipment/Bottle holders NOTE Bottle holders With the divider taken out, the cup holder can be used as a storage box. CAUTION & Rear passenger’s cup holder . Do not pick up a bottle from the bottle holder or put a bottle in the holder while you are driving, as this may distract you and lead to an accident.
Page 311: Accessory Power Outlets
Interior equipment/Accessory power outlets The bottle holder equipped on each door Accessory power outlets console. Electrical power (12V DC) from trim can be used to hold beverage bottles the battery is available at any of the outlets and other items. when the ignition switch is in either the “ACC”...
Page 312 Interior equipment/Accessory power outlets NOTE is 120W. Do not use an appliance appliance while driving. which exceeds the indicated wat- When the lid of the center console is tage for each outlet. closed, a gap remains between the center console and the lid to allow the When using appliances con- power outlet in the center console to be nected to two outlets simulta-...
Page 313: Ashtray (If Equipped)
. Be sure to use a genuine tray’s inner lid. Clean them off using a SUBARU floor mat or an equiva- toothbrush or another narrow-ended lent designed with grommets in implement.
Page 314: Coat Hook
6-11 Interior equipment/Coat hook . Do not use more than one floor Coat hook WARNING mat. Do not hang coat hangers or other hard or pointed objects on the coat hooks. If such items were hanging on the coat hooks during deploy- ment of the SRS curtain airbags, they could cause serious injuries by coming off the coat hooks and being...
Page 315: Shopping Bag Hook
6-12 Interior equipment/Shopping bag hook & For Outback Shopping bag hook CAUTION Do not hang items on the shopping bag hook that weigh 5 kg (11 lbs) or more. & For Sedan The coat hook is attached to each rear passenger’s hand grip.
Page 316: Convenient Grip (Outback)
6-13 Interior equipment/Convenient grip (Outback) Convenient grip (Outback) Cargo area cover (Outback) The cargo area cover is provided for CAUTION covering the cargo area and to protect its . Do not hang items on the con- contents from direct sunlight. This cover is detachable to make room for additional venient grip that weigh 3 kg (6 cargo.
Page 317: Interior Equipment
6-14 Interior equipment/Cargo area cover (Outback) CAUTION . Be careful not to scratch the rear gate stays while extending and rewinding the cover. Scratches on the stays could cause leakage of gas from the stays, which may result in their inability to hold the rear gate open.
Page 318: To Install The
6-15 Interior equipment/Cargo area cover (Outback) & To install the front cover & To remove the front cover & Stowage of the cargo area cover 1. Push the front cover to the right side CAUTION The cargo area cover can be stowed in and shorten the bar.
Page 319: To Take Out The Stowed Cover Housing
6-16 Interior equipment/Cargo area cover (Outback) & To take out the stowed cover 2. To keep the lid open, hang the hook toward the front. (provided on the back of the lid) on the housing rear edge of the roof. 5.
Page 320: To Install The Cover Housing
6-17 Interior equipment/Cargo tie–down hooks (Outback) & To install the cover housing Cargo tie-down hooks CAUTION (Outback) The cargo tie-down hooks are de- signed only for securing light cargo. Never try to secure cargo that exceeds the capacity of the hooks. The maximum load capacity is 50 kg (110 lbs) per a hook.
Page 321: Under-Floor Storage Compartment (If Equipped)
6-18 Interior equipment/Under–floor storage compartment Under-floor storage compart- ment (if equipped) NOTE For models without flat tire repair kit, NOTE when storing a flat tire, put the storage tray in the trunk (Sedan) or the cargo The shape of the storage compartment area (Outback).
Page 322: Rear View Camera (If Equipped)
We recommend that you contact . When replacing the fuse, be sure your SUBARU dealer for an in- to use a fuse with the specified Outback spection. Continued use may rating. Use of a fuse with a...
Page 323: How To Use The Rear View Camera
. The camera lens has hard coating to . For models with the genuine help prevent scratches. However, when SUBARU navigation system, the image washing the vehicle or cleaning the of the rear view camera has priority camera lens, be careful not to scratch over other screen displays.
Page 324: Viewing Range On The Screen
6-21 Interior equipment/Rear view camera & Viewing range on the screen Image from camera Range of view The area from the rear end of the bumper Range of view can be viewed. Areas at both ends of the bumper and areas just under the bumper cannot be viewed.
Page 325: Help Line
6-22 Interior equipment/Rear view camera tion cannot be seen on the screen. help lines. . Differences may occur due to CAUTION number of passengers or loaded cargo. The range that can be viewed with . When the vehicle is on a slope or the rear view camera is limited.
Page 326 6-23 Interior equipment/Rear view camera ! Feature of distance marker ! When there is an upward slope at ! When there is a downward slope the back at the back 1 m (3 feet) line 3 m (10 feet) line 1 m (3 feet) 1 m (3 feet) The distance marker shows the distance...
Page 327 Starting and operating Fuel ..............SI-DRIVE switches ..........7-23 Power steering........... 7-25 Fuel requirements for petrol engine models ..Fuel requirements for diesel engine models ..Braking ............... 7-26 Fuel filler lid and cap........... Braking tips............7-26 Preparing to drive ..........Brake system ............
Page 328 Starting and operating To turn off the cruise control ......7-47 Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection (SRVD) (if To change the cruising speed ......7-47 equipped) ............7-53 Cruise control indicator ........7-49 System features..........7-53 Cruise control set indicator ........
Page 329: Fuel
. Do not let fuel spill on the exterior spilled fuel is not covered under 95 or higher is not available, unleaded the SUBARU Limited Warranty. surfaces of the vehicle. Because petrol with an octane rating of 90 or higher fuel may damage the paint, be .
Page 330: Fuel Filler Lid And Cap
For more details about the winter diesel fuel, we recommend that you contact a SUBARU dealer. & Fuel filler lid and cap ! Refueling Only one person should be involved in refueling. Do not allow others to approach the area of the vehicle near the fuel filler pipe while refueling is in progress.
Page 331 Starting and operating/Fuel spilled fuel. WARNING CAUTION . When opening the cap, grasp it . When refueling, insert the fuel If you spill any fuel on the painted firmly and turn it slowly to the nozzle securely into the fuel filler surface, rinse it off immediately.
Page 332: Preparing To Drive
Check that start driving. no small animal enters the engine use a genuine SUBARU fuel filler 1. Check that all windows, mirrors, and compartment and under the vehicle cap. If you use the wrong cap, it lights are clean and unobstructed.
Page 333: Starting And Stopping Engine (Models Without Push-Button Start System)
Starting and operating/Starting and stopping engine (models without push–button start system) & Starting engine Starting and stopping engine CAUTION (models without push-button . Do not stop the engine during CAUTION start system) driving. Otherwise, the catalyst Do not operate the starter motor may overheat and burn.
Page 334 “Warning and indicator lights” F3-14. turned off. Refer to “Warning and indicator nearest SUBARU dealer for assis- 5. Turn the ignition switch to the “START” lights” F3-14. tance.
Page 335: Stopping Engine
Starting and operating/Starting and stopping engine (models without push–button start system) warning and indicator lights. At this time, vibration is caused by a self-learning CAUTION confirm that the preheating indicator light procedure of the injector. This learning has illuminated for a few seconds and has procedure is necessary to stabilize the If you restart the engine while the turned off.
Page 336: Starting And Operating
Refer to “Safety precautions” F2-8. We recommend that you contact maximum of 10 seconds and after a SUBARU dealer immediately. starting the engine, the starter & Operating range for push- stops automatically. . If the indicator on the push- button start system –...
Page 337 7-11 Starting and operating/Starting and stopping engine (models with push–button start system) NOTE Charge the battery. . In case the engine does not start by the normal engine start procedure, move the shift lever to the neutral position, and switch the power to “ACC”.
Page 338: Stopping Engine
3. Press the push-button ignition switch. the normal engine start procedure, that you contact a SUBARU deal- move the select lever to the “P” posi- The engine will stop, and the power will be er immediately.
Page 339: When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
7-13 Starting and operating/Manual transmission & When access key does not Manual transmission operate properly Refer to “Access key – if access key does not operate properly” F9-28. Slider You must raise the slider and hold it in that position before you move the shift lever to The manual transmission is a full synchro- the “R”...
Page 340: Shifting Speeds
7-14 Starting and operating/Manual transmission & Shifting speeds ! Gear shift indicator (except Aus- WARNING tralia models) ! Recommended shifting speeds . Do not drive the vehicle with the The best compromise between fuel econ- clutch disengaged (i.e., when the omy and vehicle performance during clutch pedal is depressed) or normal driving is ensured by shifting up...
Page 341 7-15 Starting and operating/Manual transmission ! Maximum allowable speeds ates to prevent engine damage at high WARNING engine speed. The following table shows the maximum When shifting down a gear, ensure speeds that are possible with each differ- ! Upshift/Downshift indicator (Aus- that the vehicle is not travelling at a ent gear.
Page 342: Driving Tips
7-16 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission ! Over-rev warning Continuously variable trans- Not doing so could result in serious engine damage. mission & Driving tips The continuously variable transmission is electronically controlled and provides an Do not drive with your foot resting on the infinite number of forward speeds and 1 clutch pedal and do not use the clutch to reverse speed.
Page 343: Select Lever
7-17 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission except the “N” or “P” position after the engine has warmed up. times, depending on varying driving . Immediately after transmission fluid conditions, a chain operating noise when the brake is applied or is replaced, you may feel that the may be heard that is characteristic of when chocks are used in the transmission operation is somewhat...
Page 344 7-18 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission “N” position, the engine is controlled of the select lever from the “N” to “R” effect in this condition and the risk so that the engine speed may not position is possible for a limited time of an accident is consequently in- become too high even if the accelerator period by depressing the brake pedal,...
Page 345: Shift Lock Function
We re- lever is in the “N” position, the select lever the vehicle has completely stopped, commend that you contact a SUBARU may not be moved to the “P” position after the transmission automatically shifts to dealer for an inspection as soon as neutral.
Page 346: Selection Of Manual Mode
When the upshift indicator “ ” is on, upshifting is lock system may be malfunctioning. We recommend that you contact a SUBARU possible. When the downshift indicator “ ”is on, downshifting is possible. When dealer for an inspection as soon as...
Page 347 7-21 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission . The transmission automatically se- both indicators are on, upshifting and vehicle speed stabilizes, the transmission downshifting are both possible. When the will switch from the manual mode back to lects 1st gear when the vehicle stops the “D”...
Page 348: Driving Tips
! For smooth, efficient performance of wheelspin (for example, a snow- or driving gravel-covered road), you can pull away SI-DRIVE (SUBARU Intelligent Drive) from a standstill (safely and easily) by first works to maximize engine performance, selecting the 2nd gear of the manual control and efficiency.
Page 349: Sport (S) Mode
If any of the SI-DRIVE indicators blink, the SI-DRIVE system may be malfunc- tioning. We recommend that you con- tact your SUBARU dealer. ! 3.6 L models The Sport (S) mode provides the engine power desired by those who want to make...
Page 350 7-24 Starting and operating/SI–DRIVE (petrol engine models) . If there is a possibility that the To select the Sport Sharp (S#) mode, same mode as when the engine was press the “S#/I” switch when any mode engine could overheat because of a turned off.
Page 351: Power Steering
Power steering wheel is operated. We recommend that you drive carefully to the near- est SUBARU dealer and have the vehicle inspected immediately. NOTE If the steering wheel is operated in the following ways, the power steering...
Page 352: Braking
7-26 Starting and operating/Braking ! Braking when a tire is punctured Braking harder than normal and the braking dis- tance will increase. Do not depress the brake pedal suddenly & Braking tips ! Brake assist system when a tire is punctured. This could cause a loss of control of the vehicle.
Page 353: Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators
! Emergency stop signal the emergency stop signal can be chan- The emergency stop signal is a function ged by a SUBARU dealer. For details, we The disc brake pad wear warning indica- that automatically blinks the hazard warn- recommend that you contact your...
Page 354: Abs (Anti-Lock Brake System)
7-28 Starting and operating/ABS (Anti–lock Brake System) & ABS warning light ABS (Anti-lock Brake Sys- following distance from other vehicles. tem) Refer to “ABS warning light” F3-21. . When driving on badly surfaced roads, gravel roads, icy roads, or The ABS system prevents the lock-up of over deep newly fallen snow, wheels which may occur during sudden stopping distances may be long-...
Page 355: Electronic Brake Force Distribution (Ebd) System
ABS system and uses some of the ABS We recommend that you drive carefully to system’s components to perform its func- the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the tion of optimizing the distribution of brak- system inspected. ing force. If any of the ABS components...
Page 356: Vehicle Dynamics Control System
Starting and operating/Vehicle Dynamics Control system Instead, we recommend that you have the Vehicle Dynamics Control when driving the vehicle in such vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU a condition. system dealer for repair. . Activation of the Vehicle Dy-...
Page 357: Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor
7-31 Starting and operating/Vehicle Dynamics Control system slippery road surfaces, thereby helping to vehicle may be less stable than it feels should be the same for all four maintain traction and directional control. to the driver. The Vehicle Dynamics tires. Activation of this function is indicated by Control System may therefore operate.
Page 358: Vehicle Dynamics Control Off Switch
7-32 Starting and operating/Vehicle Dynamics Control system Dynamics Control OFF indicator light” F3- . extrication of the vehicle when its Control system automatically reacti- wheels are stuck in mud or deep snow vates itself the next time the ignition switch is turned to the “LOCK”/“OFF” When the switch is pressed during engine &...
Page 359: X-Mode (Outback Cvt Models)
When tremely steep downhill, frozen, authorized SUBARU dealer. the hill descent control indicator muddy or sandy roads. Failure disappears, the hill descent con- . The following precautions should to control the vehicle’s speed...
Page 360: To Activate/Deactivate The X-Mode
7-34 Starting and operating/X–mode (Outback CVT models) . Hill descent control function: (25 mph) or more while the X-mode is activated, a buzzer will sound once and Using the hill descent control function, you the X-mode will be deactivated. can keep the vehicle at a consistent speed .
Page 361: Hill Descent Control Function
7-35 Starting and operating/X–mode (Outback CVT models) . The hill descent control function is ! Hill descent control indicator engine could overheat because of a temperature increase of the engine operable regardless of the gradient of coolant, it is not possible to activate the road.
Page 362: Parking Your Vehicle
Starting and operating/Parking your vehicle & Electronic parking brake Parking your vehicle tires to prevent the vehicle from moving and we recommend that you contact your SUBARU deal- WARNING . Never leave unattended children or pets in the vehicle. They could CAUTION accidentally injure themselves or .
Page 363 7-37 Starting and operating/Parking your vehicle . Never drive while the parking (MT models), the parking brake is not released. brake is applied because this will . The electronic parking brake system cause unnecessary wear on the uses motors to apply the parking brake linings.
Page 364 7-38 Starting and operating/Parking your vehicle NOTE a malfunction. from the brake pedal. – The parking brake overheats. . For models with Auto Start Stop While pulling up the parking brake – The vehicle is parked on a steep system, when starting the engine or switch, the parking brake will not be automatically released even when the slope.
Page 365 7-39 Starting and operating/Parking your vehicle NOTE NOTE ! Hill Holder switch . The Hill Holder function may not . If the Hill Holder switch is pressed activate on a gentle uphill slope. In this for more than 30 seconds, the Hill case, manually apply the electronic Holder indicator light turns off, electro- parking brake.
Page 366: Parking Tips
When the vehicle is parking brake system may be mal- headed up the hill, the front wheels should functioning. Immediately stop your be turned away from the curb. vehicle in the nearest safe location and we recommend that you contact your SUBARU dealer.
Page 367: Hill Start Assist System (Mt Models)
7-41 Starting and operating/Hill start assist system (MT models) Hill start assist system (MT models) WARNING . The Hill start assist system is a device only for helping the driver to START the vehicle on an uphill grade. To prevent accidents when the vehicle is parked on a slope, be sure to firmly set the parking brake.
Page 368: To Activate/Deactivate The Hill Start Assist System
7-42 Starting and operating/Hill start assist system (MT models) assist system when the brake pedal is released. The driver is therefore able to When using the Hill start assist system, a start the vehicle the same way as on a braking effect may be felt even after the level grade, just using the clutch and brake pedal has been released.
Page 369: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) (If Equipped)
We recommend that you the tire placard. Refer to “Tires contact your SUBARU dealer as – CONTINUED –...
Page 370: Tpms Mode Setting
The current TPMS mode will be displayed position recommend that you promptly in the trip meter display, and the TPMS contact a SUBARU dealer to have There are three types of TPMS mode mode can be changed. the system inspected.
Page 371: Cruise Control
7-45 Starting and operating/Cruise control Cruise control NOTE For models with EyeSight system: Refer to the Owner’s Manual supple- ment for the EyeSight system. Cruise control enables you to maintain a constant vehicle speed without holding your foot on the accelerator pedal and it is operative when the vehicle speed is 30 km/h (20 mph) or more.
Page 372: To Set Cruise Control
We recommend that you contact your SUBARU dealer for an inspection. . Make sure the cruise control system is turned off when the cruise control is not in use to avoid unintentionally setting the cruise control.
Page 373: To Temporarily Cancel The Cruise Control
7-47 Starting and operating/Cruise control & To turn off the cruise control accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehi- driving. If the select lever is shifted into the “N” position, cruise control cle. When the accelerator pedal is re- There are two ways to turn off the cruise leased, the vehicle will return to and can be canceled but the engine control.
Page 374 7-48 Starting and operating/Cruise control When setting the displayed unit as is set and the vehicle will keep running at When setting the displayed unit as “MPH”: “km/h”: that speed without depressing the accel- erator pedal. The set speed can be increased 1 mph The set speed can be decreased 1 km/h each time by pressing the “RES/SET”...
Page 375: Cruise Control Indicator
. the driver’s seatbelt is fastened connected, we recommend that . the rear window defogger is not in use you consult your SUBARU deal- er. Continuing to drive the vehi- . the defroster is not in use cle while using the system in this .
Page 376 For details, we recommend equipped) . the vehicle is at an altitude of less than that you consult your SUBARU dealer. . The power rear gate is not being used . In the following cases, it may take approximately 1,500 m (4,900 ft)
Page 377: Auto Start Stop System (If Equipped)
SUBARU dealer as soon as possi- ble. Auto Start Stop warning light (yellow) When the engine is temporarily stopped...
Page 378: Displaying The Auto Start Stop System Status
7-52 Starting and operating/Auto Start Stop system & Displaying the Auto Start Stop OFF indicator light on the combina- sounding when the following operations tion meter will then illuminate in yellow. If are performed. Stop system status . the engine is restarted by normal the switch is pressed once more, the Auto Approximate indications of the time that operation (refer to “Preparing to drive”...
Page 379: Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection (Srvd) (If Equipped)
7-53 Starting and operating/Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection (SRVD) ! Blind Spot Detection (BSD) Subaru Rear Vehicle Detec- may be delayed or it may not operate at all even when a vehicle tion (SRVD) (if equipped) is present in a neighboring lane or approaching from either side.
Page 380 7-54 Starting and operating/Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection (SRVD) ! Lane Change Assist (LCA) ! Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) The detection area of the radar sensors Vehicle that may be detected Operating range Operating range Vehicle that may not be detected...
Page 381: System Operation
7-55 Starting and operating/Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection (SRVD) & System operation stop operating) and the SRVD warning shifted for any reason, readjust- indicator will appear. The SRVD will ment is required. We recommend ! Operating conditions resume operation once these condi-...
Page 382: Srvd Approach Indicator Light/Warning Buzzer
7-56 Starting and operating/Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection (SRVD) & SRVD approach indicator cars) operated toward the side in which this light – Vehicles that are not approach- turned on, the indicator light flashes to light/warning buzzer warn the driver of dangers. When rever-...
Page 383 7-57 Starting and operating/Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection (SRVD) ! SRVD approach warning buzzer when making turns at an intersection) – When there is a difference in height (only when reversing) between your lane and the neighbor- A warning buzzer sounds along with...
Page 384: Srvd Warning Indicator
7-58 Starting and operating/Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection (SRVD) ! System malfunction indicator from your vehicle mend that you have the system inspected at a SUBARU dealer. & SRVD warning indicator ! System temporary stop indicator due to reduced radar sensitivity...
Page 385: Srvd Off Switch
7-59 Starting and operating/Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection (SRVD) & SRVD OFF switch ometer or free roller device, etc. – When running the engine and making the wheels rotate while lifting up the vehicle . If the ignition switch is turned to the “LOCK”/“OFF”...
Page 386: Handling Of Radar Sensors
7-60 Starting and operating/Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection (SRVD) & Handling of radar sensors CAUTION To ensure correct operation of the SRVD, observe the following pre- cautions. . Always keep the bumper surface near the radar sensors clean. . Do not affix any stickers or other items on the bumper surface near the radar sensors.
Page 387 7-61 Starting and operating/Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection (SRVD) NOTE If the radar sensors require repair or replacement, or the bumper area around the radar sensors requires repair, paintwork or replacement, we recommend that you contact your SUBARU dealer for assistance.
Page 388: Driving Tips
Driving tips New vehicle break-in driving – the first Corrosion protection.......... 8-13 1,600 km (1,000 miles) ........Snow tires ............8-13 Tire chains ............8-13 Fuel economy hints ..........Rocking the vehicle ........... 8-14 Engine exhaust gas (carbon monoxide).... Loading your vehicle......... 8-14 Catalytic converter ..........
Page 389: New Vehicle Break-In Driving - The First 1,600 Km (1,000 Miles)
Driving tips/New vehicle break–in driving – the first 1,600 km (1,000 miles) New vehicle break-in driving Fuel economy hints Engine exhaust gas (carbon – the first 1,600 km (1,000 monoxide) miles) The following suggestions will help to save your fuel. WARNING The performance and long life of your .
Page 390: Catalytic Converter
Driving tips/Catalytic converter Catalytic converter exhaust fumes are entering the vehicle, have t he probl em checked and corrected as soon as possible. If you must drive under these conditions, drive only with all windows fully open. . Keep the trunk lid (Sedan) or rear gate (Outback) closed while driv- ing to prevent exhaust gas from entering the vehicle.
Page 391: Diesel Particulate Filter (Diesel Engine Models)
SUBARU dealer. . Do not apply undercoating or rust prevention treatment to the heat shield of catalytic converter and the exhaust sys- tem.
Page 392: Periodic Inspections
Therefore, we recommend that you contact your SUBARU dealer for service or maintenance of the diesel particulate filter. Fully trained me- chanics are on standby at the SUBARU dealer to utilize the special tools and spare parts.
Page 393: Driving Tips For Awd Vehicles
Driving tips/Driving tips for AWD vehicles Driving tips for AWD vehicles obey the specification that is CAUTION printed on the tire placard. The tire placard is located on the If you use a temporary spare tire to WARNING bottom of the driver’s door pillar. replace a flat tire, be sure to use the original temporary spare tire stored .
Page 394: Outback
Driving tips/Driving tips for AWD vehicles & Outback stress. AWD vehicles should be driven mud or puddle. Do this by driving slowly only under the same conditions suitable and stepping on the brake pedal. Repeat All-Wheel Drive distributes the engine for ordinary front wheel drive vehicles.
Page 395: Off Road Driving
Off road driving under warranty. If you do take your ing items than that specified in “Mainte- SUBARU off road, you should review the nance schedule” F11-3. common sense precautions in the next – Engine oil...
Page 396 AWD all times. When driving off-road, you will stream is flat. SUBARU is a passenger car and is not have the benefit of marked traffic – Then, drive slowly and completely neither a conventional off-road vehicle lanes, banked curves, traffic signs and nor an all-terrain vehicle.
Page 397: Winter Driving
8-10 Driving tips/Winter driving in 2nd than 1st (both for MT and CVT). For Winter driving SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid con- CVT models, refer to “Selection of manual tains 58.5% methyl alcohol and 41.5% mode” F7-20. & Operation during cold surfactant, by volume.
Page 398 – When the vehicle has been left safe to do so and check under the fenders If your SUBARU is not going to be used periodically. parked during a snowstorm for an extended period, it is best to have the fuel tank filled to capacity.
Page 399: Driving On Snowy And Icy Roads
8-12 Driving tips/Winter driving & Driving on snowy and icy to stick on the surface of the windshield CAUTION despite wiper operation, use the defroster roads with the airflow selection in “ ” and the Avoid prolonged continuous driving To prevent skidding and slipping, avoid temperature set for maximum warmth.
Page 400: Corrosion Protection
8-13 Driving tips/Winter driving (f) Manufacturer to an accident. CAUTION (g) Brand (tread pattern) In winter, it may be possible to enhance During high-speed driving, non- (h) Degrees of wear performance through use of tires designed freezing type wiper blades may not specifically for winter driving conditions.
Page 401: Rocking The Vehicle
Driving tips/Loading your vehicle in 2nd than 1st (both for MT and CVT). Loading your vehicle nearest SUBARU dealer. If your vehicle is a CVT model, for If you need to use the tire chains for information about holding the transmission...
Page 402: Roof Rack (Outback) (Dealer Option)
8-15 Driving tips/Loading your vehicle of a sudden stop or a collision. WARNING CAUTION This could cause serious injury. . For cargo carrying purposes, the Never stack luggage or other cargo higher than the top of the seatback roof rail must be used together CAUTION because it could tumble forward and with the roof rack.
Page 403: Roof Rails With Integrated Crossbars (Outback - If Equipped)
A roof rack set is designed to genuine SUBARU carrying attachment or carry loads (cargo and attachments) of not an equivalent. more than 75 kg (165 lbs). Before...
Page 404 SUBARU carrying at- securely fixed to the crossbars. Use only tachment or an equivalent. The attachments designed specifically for the bars must never be used alone to crossbars.
Page 405 8-18 Driving tips/Loading your vehicle 3. Install the bars into the holders. 2. Undo the cap of the roof rail holder by 4. Pull out the crossbar from the roof rail using the torque wrench. holder by pulling up the cover. 4.
Page 406 8-19 Driving tips/Loading your vehicle torque is approximately 12 + 3.0 N·m (1.2 + 0.3 kgf·m, 8.9 + 2.2 lbf·ft). 1. Pull out the crossbars from the roof rail 3. Install the bars into the holders. holders by pulling up the covers. 4.
Page 407: Trailer Towing
. Safety performance is decreased recommend that you seek the advice of (1,000 miles) of driving. and there is increased risk of your SUBARU dealer to assist you in injury to passengers in the case purchasing a hitch and other necessary & Towing weight...
Page 408: Trailer Hitches (Dealer Option)
& Trailer hitches (dealer option) & Side mirrors increase the load on the vehicle. Both the maximum permissible weight (MPW) and The use of a genuine SUBARU trailer maximum permissible rear axle weight hitch is recommended. We recommend (rear MPAW) must not be exceeded.
Page 409: Trailer Lights
You should can result in failure of the spare tire that you consult your SUBARU dealer. also keep the following tips in and/or less stability of the vehicle Check for proper operation of the turn mind.
Page 410 8-23 Driving tips/Trailer towing . Check that the vehicle and trailer are If your vehicle is equipped with SI-DRIVE, longer than normal turning radius because and when towing a trailer on an uphill connected properly. Confirm that: the trailer wheels will be closer than the –...
Page 411: Additional Information For Europe
TEMP warning light (CVT models)” and shut off the engine. F3-19. repairs performed immediately by your . For CVT models, avoid using the nearest SUBARU dealer. & Additional information for ! Driving on grades accelerator pedal to stay stationary on Europe an uphill slope instead of using the .
Page 412 8-25 Driving tips/Trailer towing ! Maximum permissible vehicle Rear MPAW at towing Model MPW at towing (kg) weight (MPW) and maximum per- (kg) missible rear axle weight (rear 2.5 L non-turbo petrol engine 2,130 MPAW) for trailer towing Sedan 1,200 3.6 L petrol engine 2,180 2,210...
Page 413 8-26 Driving tips/Trailer towing ! The technically permissible maxi- mum mass at the coupling point (ball coupling load) 90 kg ! Mounting points of the coupling device The mounting points of the coupling on the towing vehicle are shown in the diagram. Sedan Maximum permissible rear overhang for the coupling point: 1,141 mm (45 in) Coupling...
Page 414 8-27 Driving tips/Trailer towing Outback Maximum permissible rear overhang for the coupling point: 1,157 mm (46 in) Coupling Fixing points: Three places on the side of the rear frame and four places on the rear side of the rear frame for each side Rear frame...
Page 415: In Case Of Emergency
In case of emergency If you park your vehicle in case of an Using a flat-bed truck......... 9-26 emergency ............Towing with all wheels on the ground....9-27 Electronic parking brake – if the electronic Temporary spare tire (if equipped) ....parking brake cannot be released....
Page 416: If You Park Your Vehicle In Case Of An Emergency
(TPMS) is un- The hazard warning flasher can be acti- able to monitor all four road vated regardless of the ignition switch wheels. Contact your SUBARU position. dealer as soon as possible for Turn on the hazard warning by pressing tire and sensor replacement and/ the hazard warning flasher switch.
Page 417: Maintenance Tools
In case of emergency/Maintenance tools . Do not put a tire chain on the temporary Maintenance tools CAUTION spare tire. Because of the smaller tire size, . Never use any temporary spare a tire chain will not fit properly. Your vehicle is equipped with the following .
Page 418: Sedan
In case of emergency/Maintenance tools & Sedan NOTE Wheel nut wrench Jack This jack complies with the Machinery ! Models without flat tire repair kit Towing hook (eye bolt) Directive 2006/42/EC. A copy of the Jack handle original Declaration of Conformity is found in chapter 13.
Page 419: Outback
In case of emergency/Maintenance tools & Outback ! Models with flat tire repair kit Screwdriver Flat tire repair kit ! Models without flat tire repair kit Jack Towing hook (eye bolt) The maintenance tools are stored in the pocket of the under-floor storage compart- ment.
Page 420 In case of emergency/Maintenance tools Wheel nut wrench ! Models with flat tire repair kit Towing hook (eye bolt) Screwdriver Screwdriver Jack Wheel nut wrench Towing hook (eye bolt) Jack The jack handle is stored under the cargo The jack handle is stored under the cargo area.
Page 421: Flat Tires
In case of emergency/Flat tires . Always turn off the engine before ever possible, then stop the engine. Flat tires raising the flat tire off the ground 2. Apply the parking brake and shift the using the jack. Never swing or shift lever to the reverse position (MT If you have a flat tire while driving, never models) or the select lever to the “P”...
Page 422 In case of emergency/Flat tires Turn the attaching bolt counterclockwise, Turn the jackscrew by hand until the jack 7. Loosen the wheel nuts using the wheel then take the spare tire out. head engages firmly into the jack-up point. nut wrench but do not remove the nuts. NOTE If the spare tire provided in your vehicle is a temporary spare tire, read carefully...
Page 423 In case of emergency/Flat tires 10. Insert the jack handle into the jack- 12. Before putting the spare tire on, clean 15. Use the wheel nut wrench to securely screw, and turn the handle until the tire the mounting surface of the wheel and hub tighten the wheel nuts to the specified clears the ground.
Page 424: Sealing Flat Tire (Models With Flat Tire Repair Kit)
We recommend that you have the sealed tire changed by your flat tire repair kit) nearest SUBARU dealer. You may reuse the wheel if the attached sealant is wiped WARNING off, but the valve of the wheel must be replaced with a new one.
Page 425 We recommend that accident or injury due to the fact you consult your SUBARU dealer – When the tire has been taken that compressed air can act as or tire dealer for advice.
Page 426 9-12 In case of emergency/Flat tires ! Location of the flat tire repair kit ! Contents of the flat tire repair kit Compressor (front side) The flat tire repair kit is stored under the Air vent button Bottle of sealant Pressure gauge floor of the cargo area.
Page 427 9-13 In case of emergency/Flat tires WARNING . Do not drink the sealant. If the sealant is accidentally swal- lowed, seek medical attention immediately. . If the sealant splashes onto your skin or eyes, wash it away im- mediately with plenty of water. If necessary, seek medical atten- tion immediately.
Page 428 9-14 In case of emergency/Flat tires CAUTION CAUTION Replace the sealant bottle with a Be careful not to spill the sealant. new one before the expiration date passes. ! How to seal the flat tire To seal the flat tire, perform the following two steps.
Page 429 8. Insert the power cord of the compres- mage, do not attempt to inflate sor into the accessory power outlet. the tire. Contact your SUBARU 9. Apply the parking brake and turn the dealer or a road service. ignition switch to the “ACC” position.
Page 430 11. Attach the speed limit label in the kPa for 10 minutes, you cannot position shown in the illustration. repair the tire with the flat tire repair kit. Contact your SUBARU dealer or WARNING a road service. Do not attach the label to the steer-...
Page 431 9-17 In case of emergency/Flat tires . If heavy vibrations, unsteady CAUTION steering behavior or noises oc- cur while driving, reduce your Be careful that sealant does not leak speed and drive with caution to a onto skin or fabric. location where it is safe for you to stop the vehicle.
Page 432 Running the engine in a non-venti- Contact your SUBARU dealer or a lated or poorly ventilated area (e.g., road service. inside a building) may cause as- phyxiation.
Page 433: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) (If Equipped)
. Do not tow a trailer. repair shop or SUBARU dealer, and they should also be installed into the 12. Drive to the nearest SUBARU dealer kit by a specialist. Empty sealant or other workshop to have the damaged bottles and replacement parts must be tire replaced.
Page 434: Jump Starting
Avoid & Battery Precautions! used, we recommend that you con- tipping the battery and subjecting it tact your nearest SUBARU dealer or to shocks since this could cause other qualified service shop as soon fluid to spill.
Page 435: Precautions When Jump Starting
9-21 In case of emergency/Jump starting can cause blindness and burns. gen gas. To prevent an explosion, for jump starting, consult a com- charge your vehicle’s battery in a petent mechanic. well ventilated area and keep flames Keep flames away: away.
Page 436 9-22 In case of emergency/Jump starting (1) Connect one jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal on the discharged battery. (2) Connect the other end of the jumper cable to the positive (+) term- inal of the booster battery. (3) Connect one end of the other cable to the negative (−) terminal of the booster battery.
Page 437: Engine Overheating
If towing is necessary, it is best done by WARNING Confirm that the cooling fan is turning. If your SUBARU dealer or a commercial the fan is not turning, immediately turn off towing service. Observe the following Never attempt to remove the radia- the engine and contact your authorized procedures for safety.
Page 438: Towing Hook And Tie-Down Hooks/Holes
9-24 In case of emergency/Towing longer be seen. WARNING Never tow AWD vehicles with the front wheels raised off the ground while the rear wheels are on the ground, or with the rear wheels raised off the ground while the front wheels are on the ground.
Page 439 9-25 In case of emergency/Towing . Be sure to remove the towing 2. Pry off the cover on the rear bumper using a flat-head screwdriver, and you will hook after towing. Leaving the find a threaded hole for attaching the towing hook mounted on the towing hook.
Page 440: Using A Flat-Bed Truck
9-26 In case of emergency/Towing Rear tie-down holes: the plugs. After using the rear tie-down CAUTION holes, return the plugs to their original places. To prevent deformation to the bum- per and the towing hook, do not WARNING apply excessive lateral load to the towing hook.
Page 441: Towing With All Wheels On The Ground
We recommend that you contact your cause the steering wheel and the care must be taken not to pull the chains SUBARU dealer and have your SUBARU direction of the wheels will be so tightly that the suspension bottoms out.
Page 442: Access Key - If Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
9-28 In case of emergency/Access key – if access key does not operate properly & Locking and unlocking Access key – if access key models) or the select lever into the “P” position (CVT models). does not operate properly 3. Depress the clutch pedal (MT models) or brake pedal (CVT models).
Page 443: Starting Engine
SUBARU dealer. Left-hand drive models clutch pedal (MT models) or brake pedal (CVT models) released. The status of the push-button ignition switch then changes to “ON”.
Page 444: Trunk Lid (Sedan) - If The Trunk Lid Cannot Be Opened
9-30 In case of emergency/Trunk lid (Sedan) – if the trunk lid cannot be opened Trunk lid (Sedan) – if the Rear gate (Outback) – if the Always use a flat-head screwdriver or a similar tool. trunk lid cannot be opened rear gate cannot be opened In the event that you cannot open the In the event that you cannot open the rear...
Page 445: Power Rear Gate - If Power Rear Gate Does Not Operate Properly
! When the rear gate is stuck at the this operation, we recommend that you fully open position or does not fully have the vehicle checked at a SUBARU close dealer. 1. Gently close the rear gate by hand until it reaches the half-shut position.
Page 446: When The Rear Gate Cannot Be Opened
In case of emergency/Running out of fuel (diesel engine models) (Outback) – if the rear gate cannot be Running out of fuel (diesel checked at a SUBARU dealer. opened” F9-30. engine models) If the rear gate cannot be closed due to a 2.
Page 447: If Your Vehicle Is Involved In An Accident
If the engine still does not start the second activated. time, we recommend that you contact your Models without “keyless access with nearest SUBARU dealer for assistance. push-button start system”: 4. After starting the engine, depress the 1. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”...
Page 448 9-34 In case of emergency/If your vehicle is involved in an accident Models with “keyless access with push-button start system”: 1. Turn the push-button ignition switch to the “ACC” or “OFF” position. 2. Restart the engine.
Page 449: Appearance Care
Appearance care Exterior care ............10-2 Cleaning the interior.......... 10-5 Washing............. 10-2 Seat fabric ............10-5 Waxing and polishing ......... 10-3 Leather seat materials........10-5 Cleaning aluminum wheels ......... 10-4 Synthetic leather upholstery....... 10-6 Corrosion protection.......... 10-4 Climate control panel, audio panel, instrument panel, console panel, switches, combination Most common causes of corrosion .....
Page 450: Exterior Care
10-2 Appearance care/Exterior care Exterior care The best way to preserve your vehicle’s wiper. If the wiper switch is in the “AUTO” position while washing beauty is frequent washing. Wash the & Washing vehicle at least once a month to avoid the vehicle, the wipers may oper- contamination by road grime.
Page 451: Waxing And Polishing
Always wash and dry the vehicle before in doubt, we recommend that you always the underbody. waxing and polishing. contact your SUBARU dealer or an auto Carefully flush the suspension and axle Use a good quality polish and wax and paint specialist.
Page 452: Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
. It is driven in areas of high humidity, be given an appropriate rust prevention treatment or should be replaced. We especially when temperatures range just above freezing. recommend that you contact your . Dampness in certain parts of the SUBARU dealer to perform this kind of...
Page 453: Cleaning The Interior
If your SUBARU is to be parked for a long time in bright sunlight, it is recommended that the seats and head restraints be covered, or the windows shaded, to prevent fading or shrinkage.
Page 454: Synthetic Leather Upholstery
Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the climate The synthetic leather material used on the any remaining detergent. control panel, audio equipment, instru- SUBARU may be cleaned using mild soap ment panel, center console, combination CAUTION or detergent and water, after first vacuum- meter panel, and switches.
Page 455: Maintenance And Service
Maintenance and service Maintenance schedule ........11-3 Manual transmission oil ........11-28 Maintenance precautions........11-7 Recommended grade and viscosity ....11-28 Continuously variable transmission fluid ..11-28 Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment............ 11-7 Front differential gear oil (CVT models) and When checking or servicing in the engine rear differential gear oil........
Page 456 Maintenance and service Tire rotation ............. 11-39 Front turn signal light ........11-52 Tire replacement ..........11-40 Front fog light..........11-52 Wheel replacement........... 11-41 Rear combination lights ........11-54 Aluminum wheels (if equipped) ...... 11-41 Back-up light (Sedan)........11-56 Back-up light (Outback) ........11-57 Windshield washer fluid ........
Page 457: Maintenance Schedule
Therefore there may be special requirement in your country. We recommend that you ask your authorized SUBARU dealer for the actual maintenance schedule applied to your vehicle. Continue periodic maintenance beyond 120,000 km (75,000 miles) or 96 months by returning to the second column of the maintenance schedule and adding 120,000 km (75,000 miles) or 96 months to the column headings.
Page 458 Drive belt km (100,000 miles) Cooling system, hoses and connections 1st replacement: 132 months (11 years)/220,000 km (137,500 Replace engine coolant (SUBARU Super miles) Coolant or equivalent) On and after the 2nd replacement: Every 72 months (6 years)/ 120,000 km (75,000 miles)
Page 459 11-5 Maintenance and service/Maintenance schedule MAINTENANCE INTERVAL (Number of months or km (miles), whichever occurs first) MAINTENANCE Months REMARKS ITEM 6 1,000 km 6 1,000 miles Transmission/differential (front & rear) See NOTE 4) lubricants (gear oil) Continuously variable transmission fluid See NOTE 6) Brake fluid See NOTE 5)
Page 460 11-6 Maintenance and service/Maintenance schedule NOTE 1) When the vehicle is used under severe driving conditions mentioned in the following examples*, the engine oil and oil filter should be changed more frequently. 2) When the vehicle is used under severe driving conditions mentioned in the following examples*, inspection should be performed at every 15,000 km (9,000 miles) or 12 months whichever occurs first.
Page 461: Maintenance Precautions
SUBARU dealer. that you consult your nearest . Never get under the vehicle sup- SUBARU dealer. If you perform maintenance and service ported only by a jack.
Page 462: When Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment
11-8 Maintenance and service/Maintenance precautions & When checking or servicing could result in serious injury. To has stopped. avoid risk of injury, perform the in the engine compartment following precautions. & When checking or servicing – Models with push-button start in the engine compartment system: while the engine is running...
Page 463: Maintenance Tips
! Type A and D clips Maintenance tips & When replacing parts For information about replacement parts for maintenance, we recommend that you contact any authorized SUBARU dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional. & Removing and reinstalling clips...
Page 464 11-10 Maintenance and service/Maintenance tips ! Reinstalling clips ! Type C clips 2. Remove the clips with a flat-head screwdriver using leverage. 3. Remove the entire clip by pulling it up. ! Type B clips Type A clips 1. Turn the clip counterclockwise using a Phillips screwdriver until the center portion of the clip is raised.
Page 465: Engine Hood
. Do not install accessories other WARNING than genuine SUBARU parts or an equivalent to the engine hood. Always check that the hood is If the engine hood becomes too properly locked before you start heavy, the stay may not be able driving.
Page 466 11-12 Maintenance and service/Engine hood 3. Release the secondary hood release by moving the lever between the front grille and the hood toward the left. 4. Lift up the hood. To close the hood: 1. Lower the hood to a height of approxi- mately 15 cm (5.9 in) above its closed position and then let it drop.
Page 467: Engine Compartment Overview
11-13 Maintenance and service/Engine compartment overview Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-29) Engine compartment overview Fuse box (page 11-48) & 2.5 L models Windshield washer tank (page 11-41) Battery (page 11-46) Engine oil filler cap (page 11-16) Engine coolant reservoir (page 11-23) Radiator cap (page 11-23) Engine oil filter (page 11-19) Engine oil level gauge (page 11-16)
Page 468: L Models
11-14 Maintenance and service/Engine compartment overview & 3.6 L models Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-29) Fuse box (page 11-48) Windshield washer tank (page 11-41) Battery (page 11-46) Engine oil filler cap (page 11-16) Engine coolant reservoir (page 11-23) Radiator cap (page 11-23) Engine oil level gauge (page 11-16) Air cleaner case (page 11-24) The illustration above is for left-hand drive models.
Page 469: Turbo Diesel Engine Models
11-15 Maintenance and service/Engine compartment overview & Turbo diesel engine models Priming pump (page 9-32) Brake fluid reservoir/Clutch fluid reservoir (MT) (page 11-29) Engine oil filter (page 11-19) Fuse box (page 11-48) Windshield washer tank (page 11-41) Battery (page 11-46) Engine oil filler cap (page 11-16) Engine coolant reservoir (page 11-23) Radiator cap (page 11-22)
Page 470: Engine Oil
1 liter every 2,000 kilometers or 1 & Engine oil consumption quart every 1,200 miles, contact your Some engine oil will be consumed while SUBARU dealer who may perform a test driving. Under the following conditions, oil under controlled conditions. consumption can be increased and thus...
Page 471 11-17 Maintenance and service/Engine oil 3. Be sure the level gauge is correctly inserted until it stops (for 3.6 L models, with the graphic symbol “ ” on its top appearing as shown in the illustration). 2.5 L models Full level Low level Approximately 1.0 liter (1.1 US qt, 0.9 Imp qt) from low level to full level...
Page 472 11-18 Maintenance and service/Engine oil ! Diesel engine CAUTION NOTE . For 2.5 L models, be careful not Make sure to check the engine oil level to touch the engine oil filter when 5 minutes after the engine stops. Wait- removing the oil filler cap.
Page 473: Changing The Oil And Oil Filter
11-19 Maintenance and service/Engine oil 4. Be sure the level gauge is correctly CAUTION inserted until it stops with the graphic symbol “ ” on its top appearing as . Use only engine oil with the shown in the illustration. recommended grade and vis- cosity.
Page 474 1) through 5) after expert. We recommend that you con- performing the following items. tact your SUBARU dealer for changing – Wait for 30 seconds with engine the engine oil and oil filter. Fully trained idling.
Page 475: Recommended Grade And Viscosity
11-21 Maintenance and service/Engine oil (2) Turn the headlight switch to the following position. – “ ” position (except Australia models) – “ ” position (Australia models) Australia models Preheating indicator light (3) Push the rear window defogger 5. Preheating indicator light will blink switch to OFF.
Page 476: Synthetic Oil
−368C (−338F). Make used with no detriment to engine dur- ability or driveability. sure to always use genuine SUBARU Super Coolant or an equivalent (non-amine type cool- ant). . If the coolant requires water dilu- tion, be sure to use soft water (or clear and drinkable water) and to follow the required dilution ratio.
Page 477: Cooling Fan, Hose And Connections
Refer to “Fuses” F11-48 and “Fuses and “FULL” level mark circuits” F12-14. If the fuse is not blown, “LOW” level mark we recommend that you have the cooling COOLANT system checked by your SUBARU dealer. SEE OWNER’S MANUAL – CONTINUED –...
Page 478: Air Cleaner Element
We recommend that you have the coolant The air cleaner element functions as a 2. If the level is close to or lower than the changed by your SUBARU dealer if filter screen. When the element is perfo- “LOW” level mark, add coolant up to the necessary.
Page 479: Replacing The Air Cleaner Element
! 2.5 L models extremely soiled (for example, by sand), we recommend that you con- tact a SUBARU dealer and have the air cleaner case cleaned. 4. If you find large foreign objects such as leaves inside the air cleaner case, remove the foreign objects.
Page 480 If the inside of the air cleaner case is extremely soiled (for example, by sand), we recommend that you con- tact a SUBARU dealer and have the air cleaner case cleaned. 3. If you find large foreign objects such as leaves inside the air cleaner case, remove the foreign objects.
Page 481: Spark Plugs (Petrol Engine Models)
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. Refer to “Maintenance schedule” F11-3.
Page 482: Drive Belts
& Recommended grade and maintenance schedule. We recommend consult your SUBARU dealer for inspec- that you consult your SUBARU dealer for viscosity tion. replacement. Each oil manufacturer has its own base oils and additives.
Page 483: Front Differential Gear Oil (Cvt Models) And Rear Differential Gear Oil
There is no oil level gauge. To check the dealer. gear oil level, we recommend that you . Never let brake fluid contact your consult your SUBARU dealer for inspec- eyes because brake fluid can be tion. CAUTION harmful to your eyes. If brake fluid gets in your eyes, immedi- .
Page 484: Recommended Brake Fluid
If the fluid level is below “MIN”, vehicle checked at your SUBARU add the recommended brake fluid to dealer. “MAX”. . When clutch fluid is added, be...
Page 485: Recommended Clutch Fluid
11-31 Maintenance and service/Clutch fluid (MT models) & Recommended clutch fluid painted surfaces or rubber parts. Alcohol contained in the clutch Refer to “Fluids” F12-11. fluid may damage them. . Be careful not to spill clutch fluid CAUTION when adding it. If clutch fluid Never use different brands of clutch touches the exhaust pipe, it may fluid together.
Page 486: Brake Booster
If the brake booster does not operate as Check the brake pedal free play and described in the following, we recommend reserve distance according to the main- that you have it checked by your SUBARU tenance schedule. dealer. & Checking the brake pedal 1.
Page 487: Clutch Pedal (Mt Models)
4 – 13 mm (0.16 – 0.51 in) recommend that you have your transmission smoothly couple without Lightly depress the clutch pedal down with SUBARU dealer replace the any sign of slippage. your finger until you feel resistance, and brake pad.
Page 488: Breaking-In Of New Brake Pads
(TPMS) (if equipped) that you have the brake pads serviced by and braking performance in year-round your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. The tire pressure monitoring system pro- driving including snowy and icy road vides the driver with a warning message &...
Page 489 11-35 Maintenance and service/Tires and wheels temperature outside. By way of example, we recommend that you go to a SUBARU When a tire is replaced, adjustments are the following table shows the required tire dealer to have the system inspected as...
Page 490: Tire Inspection
11-36 Maintenance and service/Tires and wheels tires and/or wheels may be damaged. tires and adjust the pressure contact a SUBARU dealer to have We recommend that you drive slowly to to the most appropriate one of the system inspected. the nearest authorized SUBARU dealer three (normal, loading, or tow- and have the vehicle inspected.
Page 491 11-37 Maintenance and service/Tires and wheels . Abnormally low tire pressure (tread the tire placard. The tire placard is located cause the tires to wear abnormally. . Correct tire pressure (tread worn on the door pillar on the driver’s side. worn at shoulders) evenly) Driving even a short distance warms up...
Page 492: Wheel Balance
SUBARU dealer. Also have them If the tire placard shows tire pressures for adjusted after tire repairs and after tire the vehicle when fully loaded and for the rotation.
Page 493: Tire Rotation Direction Mark
For models with flat tire repair kit, it may be difficult to rotate the tires. We recommend that you have the tires Vehicles equipped with unidirectional tires rotated by your SUBARU dealer. Front Tire wear varies from wheel to wheel. To – CONTINUED –...
Page 494: Tire Replacement
— Ride After driving approximately 1,000 km (600 For safe vehicle operation, SUBARU — Handling miles), check the wheel nuts again and recommends replacing all four tires at — Braking retighten any nut that has become loose.
Page 495: Wheel Replacement
SUBARU parts designed for aluminum ing approximately 1,000 km (600 miles). When this occurs, refill the washer fluid as wheels.
Page 496: Replacement Of Wiper Blades
This will use an anti-freeze type windshield washer cause deterioration of the wiper CAUTION fluid. SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid blades. contains 58.5% methyl alcohol and 41.5% . When you wish to raise the Adjust the washer fluid concentra- surfactant, by volume.
Page 497: Windshield Wiper Blade Assembly
11-43 Maintenance and service/Replacement of wiper blades & Windshield wiper blade as- & Windshield wiper blade rub- . Return the passenger-side wiper arm to its original position before sembly returning the driver-side wiper 1. Raise the wiper arm off the windshield. arm to its original position.
Page 498: Rear Window Wiper Blade Assembly (Outback)
11-44 Maintenance and service/Replacement of wiper blades & Rear window wiper blade grooves in the rubber and slide the blade rubber assembly into the support until it assembly (Outback) locks. 1. Raise the wiper arm off the rear window. Metal spines 2.
Page 499: Rear Window Wiper Blade Rubber (Outback)
11-45 Maintenance and service/Replacement of wiper blades & Rear window wiper blade rubber (Outback) 3. Pull the wiper blade assembly toward 2. Pull the blade rubber assembly out of you to remove it from the wiper arm. the plastic support. 4.
Page 500: Battery
11-46 Maintenance and service/Battery install them in the new blade rubber. with the stoppers on the plastic support Battery ends. If the rubber is not retained properly, & Battery Precautions! the wiper may scratch the rear window glass. WARNING Read these instructions care- fully: To ensure safe and correct handling of your battery, read the following...
Page 501 11-47 Maintenance and service/Battery and protective gloves when inspect- can cause blindness and burns. gen gas. To prevent an explosion, ing your vehicle’s battery. Avoid charge your vehicle’s battery in a tipping the battery and subjecting it well ventilated area and keep flames Keep flames away: to shocks since this could cause away.
Page 502: Fuses
11-48 Maintenance and service/Fuses Fuses CAUTION Never use more than 10 amperes CAUTION when charging the battery because it will shorten battery life. Never replace a fuse with one hav- ing a higher rating or with material other than a fuse because serious damage or a fire could result.
Page 503: Installation Of Accessories
1. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”/ We recommend that you always consult “OFF” position and turn off all electrical your SUBARU dealer before installing fog accessories. lights or any other electrical equipment in 2. Remove the cover.
Page 504: Replacing Bulbs
“Bulb chart” F12-18. We recommend that you have your SUBARU dealer for proper adjustment vehicle inspected at a SUBARU dealer . Do not touch the glass portion of of the headlight aim. as soon as possible.
Page 505 11-51 Maintenance and service/Replacing bulbs Perform the following steps to replace the bulbs. High beam headlight Low beam headlight (models without LED headlight) 1. Disconnect the electrical connector Low beam headlight (models without LED from the bulb. When replacing the low headlight) beam headlight bulb, remove the electrical Electrical connector...
Page 506: Front Turn Signal Light
4. To install the bulb to the headlight assembly, turn it clockwise until it clicks. NOTE 5. Reconnect the electrical connector. It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. We recommend that you have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary.
Page 507 11-53 Maintenance and service/Replacing bulbs Sedan (type A) Sedan (type B) Outback (type A) Fog light Fog light Fog light Daytime running light – CONTINUED –...
Page 508: Rear Combination Lights
! Sedan NOTE It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. We recommend that you have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. 2. Turn over the trunk trim panel. 1. Turn the shopping bag hook 90 de- grees counterclockwise and pull it out.
Page 509 11-55 Maintenance and service/Replacing bulbs 4. Pull the bulb out of the bulb holder and replace it with a new one. 5. Set the bulb holder into the rear combination light assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks. 6. Securely lock the cover against the trunk trim.
Page 510: Back-Up Light (Sedan)
& Back-up light (Sedan) NOTE It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. We recommend that you have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. 1. Open the trunk. 8. Reinstall the rear combination light 3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise assembly by sliding the two-pronged part and remove it.
Page 511: Back-Up Light (Outback)
& Rear fog light (Outback) NOTE It may be difficult to replace the bulb. We recommend that you have the bulb replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. 2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it. – CONTINUED –...
Page 512: License Plate Light
It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. insert a finger into the left side of the We recommend that you have the bulbs cover, and then press once to the right replaced by your SUBARU dealer if and pull it out. necessary. 1. Open the trunk.
Page 513: Dome Light
CAUTION Replacing the bulb could cause burns since the bulb may be very hot. We recommend that you have the bulb replaced by your SUBARU 2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise dealer. and pull out the socket. 1. Remove the lens by prying the edge of 3.
Page 514: Door Step Light
Replacing the bulb could cause burns since the bulb may be very hot. We recommend that you have the bulb replaced by your SUBARU dealer. 1. Remove the lens by prying the edge of the lens with a flat-head screwdriver.
Page 515: Other Lights On The Vehicle
We The access key / transmitter battery may recommend that you have the bulbs be discharged under the following condi- replaced by your SUBARU dealer if tions. necessary. . The operation of the keyless access function is unstable .
Page 516: Replacing Battery Of Access Key
. It is recommended that the battery should be replaced by a SUBARU dealer. . Use a new battery. . After replacing the battery, confirm that the access key/transmitter func- tions properly.
Page 517: Replacing Battery Of Transmitter
11-63 Maintenance and service/Replacing battery & Replacing battery of trans- 2. Remove the three screws and then remove the cover. mitter ! Models without TPMS 4. Insert a new battery with its positive (+) side facing upward as shown in the figure. 3.
Page 518 11-64 Maintenance and service/Replacing battery After the battery is replaced, the trans- mitter must be synchronized with the remote keyless entry system’s control unit. Press either the “ ” or “ ” button several times to synchronize the unit. ! Models with TPMS 4.
Page 519 11-65 Maintenance and service/Replacing battery Negative (−) side facing up 2. Remove the transmitter case from the key head. 4. Replace the old battery with a new battery (type CR1620 or equivalent) mak- ing sure to install the new battery with the negative (−) side facing up.
Page 520: Specifications
Specifications Specifications ............. 12-2 Tires..............12-12 Brake disc ............12-13 Dimensions............12-2 Fuses and circuits ........... 12-14 Engine ............... 12-4 Fuel ..............12-4 Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment ..........12-14 Engine oil ............12-5 Fuse panel located in the engine Manual transmission, front differential and rear compartment ..........
Page 521 12-2 Specifications/Specifications Specifications These specifications are subject to change without notice. & Dimensions ! Sedan mm (in) Item 2.5 L models 3.6 L models Drive system Transmission type Overall length 4,795 (188.8) Overall width 1,840 (72.4) Overall height 1,500 (59.1) Wheelbase 2,750 (108.3) Front...
Page 522 12-3 Specifications/Specifications ! Outback mm (in) Ground clearance “200 mm (7.9 in)” models Ground clearance “213 mm (8.4 in)” models Item Petrol engine models Petrol engine models Diesel engine models Diesel engine models 2.5 L models 3.6 L models Drive system Transmission type Overall length 4,815 (189.6)
Page 523: Engine
12-4 Specifications/Specifications & Engine Petrol engine Diesel engine Engine model FB25 EZ36 EE20 (2.5 L, DOHC, non-turbo) (3.6 L, DOHC, non-turbo) (2.0 L, DOHC, turbo) Horizontally opposed, liquid cooled Horizontally opposed, liquid cooled Horizontally opposed, liquid cooled Engine type 4 cylinder, 4-stroke petrol engine 6 cylinder, 4 stroke petrol engine 4 cylinder, 4-stroke diesel engine Displacement cc...
Page 524: Engine Oil
SUBARU dealer. ! Approved engine oil Always use the SUBARU approved engine oil. For further details, we recommend that you contact your SUBARU dealer. If the approved engine oil is unavailable, use the alternative engine oil described on the next page.
Page 525 12-6 Specifications/Specifications ! Alternative engine oil If the SUBARU approved oil is unavailable, the following alternative oil can be used. NOTE Each quantity indicated here is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other factors.
Page 526 12-7 Specifications/Specifications ! 3.6 L models SAE viscosity No. and Oil grade Engine oil capacity applicable temperature 5W-30 and 5W-40 can be used. · Adding the oil from L to F level: 1.0 liter (1.1 US qt, 0.9 Imp qt) 5W-30* is equivalent to the factory- filled engine oil and good for engine ·...
Page 527 12-8 Specifications/Specifications ! Diesel engine models SAE viscosity No. and Oil grade Engine oil capacity applicable temperature – Adding the oil from L to F level: 0W-30, 5W-30 can be used. 1.0 liter (1.1 US qt, 0.9 Imp qt) 0W-30* is equivalent to the factory- –...
Page 528: Manual Transmission, Front Differential And Rear Differential Gear Oil
12-9 Specifications/Specifications & Manual transmission, front differential and rear differential gear oil Manual transmission oil SUBARU Extra MT* Oil grade API classification GL-5 (75W-90)* Oil capacity* 3.3 liters (3.5 US qt, 2.9 Imp qt) “Manual transmission oil” F11-28 Remarks* *1: The indicated oil quantity is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other factors.
Page 529 12-10 Specifications/Specifications Front differential gear oil (CVT models) Rear differential gear oil SUBARU Extra MT* Oil grade API classification GL-5 API classification GL-5 (75W-90) 75W-90* SAE viscosity No. and applicable temperature *: recommended 2.5 L models 1.2 liters (1.3 US qt, 1.1 Imp qt) Oil capacity* 0.8 liters (0.8 US qt, 0.7 Imp qt)
Page 530: Fluids
10.1 Imp qt) “Continuously variable transmis- Continuously variable transmis- We recommend that you consult sion fluid” F11-28 sion fluid (CVT models) your SUBARU dealer. 12.7 liters (13.4 US qt, Other models 11.2 Imp qt) FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or –...
Page 531: Electrical System
12-12 Specifications/Specifications & Electrical system Battery type 2.5 L models Models with Auto Start Stop system Q-85-R Other models 55D23R 3.6 L models 95D26R Diesel engine models S95-R Alternator Petrol engine models 12V-130A Diesel engine models MT models 12V-150A CVT models 12V-170A Spark plugs (petrol engine models) 3.6 L models...
Page 532: Brake Disc
12-13 Specifications/Specifications & Brake disc If you need information on the usage limit value of brake discs and the method for measuring them, we recommend that you consult your SUBARU dealer.
Page 533: Fuses And Circuits
12-14 Specifications/Fuses and circuits Fuses and circuits Fuse Fuse Circuit panel rating & Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment 7.5A START1 12V SOCKET 7.5A IG1-1 AUDIO NAVI UNIT IG2-2 P/W R.LH CIGAR A/C IG 7.5A 7.5A UNIT IG2-1 P/W MAIN1 7.5A START2 Empty...
Page 534 12-15 Specifications/Fuses and circuits Fuse Fuse Circuit panel rating P/W MAIN2 Empty BACK UP WIPER DEICER 7.5A TRAIL R.FOG P/W PASS2 Empty 7.5A SEAT HTR F 7.5A KEY SW 7.5A D_OP+B SUN ROOF Empty 7.5A STOP 7.5A EYE SIGHT – CONTINUED –...
Page 535: Fuse Panel Located In The Engine Compartment
12-16 Specifications/Fuses and circuits & Fuse panel located in the engine compartment Fuse Fuse Circuit panel rating 7.5A HORN RH HORN LH 7.5A ILLUMI TAIL H/L LO RH H/L LO LH H/L HI RH H/L HI LH Auto Start Stop (2.5 L models) 7.5A ALT-S...
Page 536 12-17 Specifications/Fuses and circuits Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse Circuit Circuit panel rating panel rating E/G2 F.WIPER *3: Diesel engine models *4: Petrol engine models E/G1 AVCS VB1.2 7.5A CVT SSR BACKUP 7.5A ACTGS (2.5 L models) SUB FAN MAIN FAN ABS SOL AUDIO R.DEF...
Page 537: Bulb Chart
12-18 Specifications/Bulb chart Bulb chart NOTE Lights from A to G are the LED (Light Emitting Diode) type. We recommend that you consult your SUBARU dealer for replacement.
Page 538 12-19 Specifications/Bulb chart Wattage Bulb No. High beam headlight 12V-60W Low beam headlight (models without LED headlight) 12V-55W Map light 12V-8W Dome light 12V-8W Door step light 12V-5W Front turn signal light 12V-21W WY21W Front fog light 12V-19W Front fog light/Daytime running light 12V-35W/13W H8-P13W Vanity mirror light...
Page 539 12-20 Specifications/Bulb chart WARNING Wattage Bulb No. – Tail and stop light (Outback) 12V-0.4/4.7W Bulbs may become very hot while illuminated. Before replacing bulbs, High mount stop light (Sedan) turn off the lights and wait until the – Models with green glass 12V-0.8W bulbs cool down.
Page 540: Vehicle Identification
12-21 Specifications/Vehicle identification Vehicle identification Vehicle identification number ID label (Europe models) Tire inflation pressure label Year of manufacture label (Middle East models) Model number label (General models) Built date label (Australia models) ADR compliance plate (Australia models) Fuel label Air conditioner label 10) Vehicle identification number plate (if equipped)
Page 541: Supplement
Australia/New Zealand models ......13-35 Immobilizer ............13-9 Thailand models ..........13-35 LF Oscillator ............ 13-15 Israel models........... 13-36 Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection (SRVD)....13-20 ® Oman models ..........13-38 Bluetooth module ........... 13-23 UAE models ............ 13-38 Compressor .............
Page 542: Year Of Manufacture And A Country Of Origin (Middle East Models Only)
13-2 Supplement/Year of manufacture and a country of origin (Middle East models only) Year of manufacture and a ID label (Russia models) country of origin (Middle East models only) The ID label is located on the left side center pillar as shown in the illustration. The calendar year when your vehicle was manufactured and a country of origin are indicated in the “Year of manufacture...
Page 543: Speed Limit, Maximum Torque And Maximum Power At Rpm (Middle East Models Only)
13-3 Supplement/Speed limit, maximum torque and maximum power at rpm (Middle East models only) Speed limit, maximum torque and maximum power at rpm (Middle East models only) Sedan 2.5 L 3.6 L Model Speed limit km/h (mph) 210 (130) 240 (149) Maximum torque 235 (24.0, 173)/4,000 350 (35.7, 258)/4,400...
Page 544: Tires (Middle East Models Only)
13-4 Supplement/Tires (Middle East models only) Tires (Middle East models only) Tire size 225/55R17 97V 225/50R18 95W 225/65R17 102H 225/60R18 100V Front 230 (2.3, 33) 230 (2.3, 33) 240 (2.4, 35) 230 (2.3, 33) *1*2 Pressure kPa (kgf/cm , psi) 220 (2.2, 32) Rear 220 (2.2, 32)
Page 545: Declaration Of Conformity In Accordance With The Radio And Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999/5/Ec
13-5 Supplement/Declaration of conformity in accordance with the radio and telecommunications terminal equipment directive 1999/5/EC Declaration of conformity in accordance with the radio and telecommunications terminal equipment directive 1999/5/EC & Transmitter for the keyless entry system ! With TPMS – CONTINUED –...
Page 546 13-6 Supplement/Declaration of conformity in accordance with the radio and telecommunications terminal equipment directive 1999/5/EC ! Without TPMS...
Page 547: Receiver For The Keyless Entry System
13-7 Supplement/Declaration of conformity in accordance with the radio and telecommunications terminal equipment directive 1999/5/EC & Receiver for the keyless entry system ! With TPMS – CONTINUED –...
Page 548 13-8 Supplement/Declaration of conformity in accordance with the radio and telecommunications terminal equipment directive 1999/5/EC ! Without TPMS...
Page 549: Immobilizer
13-9 Supplement/Declaration of conformity in accordance with the radio and telecommunications terminal equipment directive 1999/5/EC & Immobilizer ! Models with “keyless access with push-button start system” – CONTINUED –...
Page 550 13-10 Supplement/Declaration of conformity in accordance with the radio and telecommunications terminal equipment directive 1999/5/EC...
Page 551 13-11 Supplement/Declaration of conformity in accordance with the radio and telecommunications terminal equipment directive 1999/5/EC – CONTINUED –...
Page 552 13-12 Supplement/Declaration of conformity in accordance with the radio and telecommunications terminal equipment directive 1999/5/EC ! Models without “keyless access with push-button start system”...
Page 553 13-13 Supplement/Declaration of conformity in accordance with the radio and telecommunications terminal equipment directive 1999/5/EC – CONTINUED –...
Page 554 13-14 Supplement/Declaration of conformity in accordance with the radio and telecommunications terminal equipment directive 1999/5/EC...
Page 555: Lf Oscillator
13-15 Supplement/Declaration of conformity in accordance with the radio and telecommunications terminal equipment directive 1999/5/EC The DECLARATION of CONFORMITY (DoC) is available at the following ad- dress: http://www.tokai-rika.co.jp/pc/ & LF Oscillator The latest “DECLARATION of CONFOR- MITY” (DoC) is available at the following address: http://www.globaldenso.com/en/products/ oem/index.html...
Page 556 13-16 Supplement/Declaration of conformity in accordance with the radio and telecommunications terminal equipment directive 1999/5/EC...
Page 557 13-17 Supplement/Declaration of conformity in accordance with the radio and telecommunications terminal equipment directive 1999/5/EC – CONTINUED –...
Page 558 13-18 Supplement/Declaration of conformity in accordance with the radio and telecommunications terminal equipment directive 1999/5/EC...
Page 559 13-19 Supplement/Declaration of conformity in accordance with the radio and telecommunications terminal equipment directive 1999/5/EC – CONTINUED –...
Page 560: Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection (Srvd)
13-20 Supplement/Declaration of conformity in accordance with the radio and telecommunications terminal equipment directive 1999/5/EC & Subaru Rear Vehicle Detec- tion (SRVD) The latest “DECLARATION of CONFOR- MITY” (DoC) is available at the following: Doc address: http://continental.automotive-approvals. de/index.php?produkt=SRR2-A...
Page 561 13-21 Supplement/Declaration of conformity in accordance with the radio and telecommunications terminal equipment directive 1999/5/EC – CONTINUED –...
Page 562 13-22 Supplement/Declaration of conformity in accordance with the radio and telecommunications terminal equipment directive 1999/5/EC...
Page 563: Bluetooth Module
13-23 Supplement/Declaration of conformity in accordance with the radio and telecommunications terminal equipment directive 1999/5/EC & Bluetooth ® module – CONTINUED –...
Page 564: Compressor
13-24 Supplement/Declaration of conformity in accordance with the radio and telecommunications terminal equipment directive 1999/5/EC & Compressor...
Page 565: Technical Information
13-25 Supplement/Technical information ! Remote keyless entry transmitter ! Immobilizer for models with “Key- Technical information less access with push-button start & Singapore models system” ! Access key – CONTINUED –...
Page 566: Panama Models
. Immobilizer for models without “keyless access with push-button start system” FCC ID: Y8PFJ14-1 FCC ID: HYQ14AHB FCC ID: Y8PSSPIMB02 FCC ID: MOZRI-38BFH ! Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection CAUTION (SRVD) FCC WARNING Changes or modifications not ex- pressly approved by the party re- sponsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the...
Page 567: Dominican Republic Models
13-27 Supplement/Technical information NOTE ! Access key operation. This device complies with part 15 of the & Dominican Republic models FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This de- . Immobilizer for models with “keyless vice may not cause harmful interfer- access with push-button start system”...
Page 568: Vietnam Models
13-28 Supplement/Technical information & Vietnam models & Taiwan models ! Remote keyless entry transmitter MODEL: TWB1G762 ! Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection ! Access key MODEL: TWD1G776 (SRVD)
Page 569 13-29 Supplement/Technical information ! Keyless access with push-button ! Immobilizer for models with “key- ! Immobilizer for models without “keyless access with push-button start system less access with push-button start system” start system” – CONTINUED –...
Page 570: Jordan Models
13-30 Supplement/Technical information & Jordan models & Argentina models ! Receiver for the keyless entry sys- ! Access key ! Access key ! Remote keyless entry transmitter ! Remote keyless entry transmitter...
Page 571: Jamaica Models
13-31 Supplement/Technical information & Jamaica models & Commonwealth of Dominica & Brazil models models ! Access key ! Access key . Access key This product has been Type Approved by . Keyless access with push-button start Jamaica: SMA-14AHB. system ! Keyless access with push-button The latest “DECLARATION of CONFOR- start system MITY”...
Page 572 13-32 Supplement/Technical information ! Keyless access with push-button start system ! Immobilizer for models with “key- less access with push-button start system”...
Page 573: Republic Of South Africa Models
13-33 Supplement/Technical information & Republic of South Africa ! Immobilizer for models without “keyless access with push-button models start system” ! Access key – CONTINUED –...
Page 574: Russia/Kazakhstan Models
! Remote keyless entry transmitter ! Subaru Rear Vehicle Detection (SRVD) TF001: Remote keyless entry transmitter: GSREU52: MODEL No: TF001 (Keyless Transmitter) : GSREU52 (Keyless Recei- ver) Manufacturer: Calsonic Kansei Corp. Country of Production: JAPAN Contact Information: http://www.calsonickansei.co.jp Local Contact Person: Subaru Motor LLC...
Page 575: Paraguay Models
13-35 Supplement/Technical information & Paraguay models & Australia/New Zealand mod- . Remote keyless entry transmitter Remote keyless entry transmitter: Model Number: TF001 Approved Number: 2014-01-I-00015 Manufacturer: Calsonic Kansei Corpora- tion. Vendor: Tokyo Motors S.A. Address: Av. Eusebio Ayala No. 4649 Km. 5 1/2 Asuncion, Paraguay Contains Transmitter Module Approved by CONATEL.
Page 576: Israel Models
13-36 Supplement/Technical information & Israel models ! Tire pressure monitoring system...
Page 577 13-37 Supplement/Technical information ! Remote keyless entry transmitter – CONTINUED –...
Page 578: Oman Models
13-38 Supplement/Technical information & Oman models & UAE models & Nigeria models Remote keyless entry transmitter: Remote keyless entry transmitter: Remote keyless entry transmitter: Receiver: Receiver: Receiver:...
Page 579: Declaration Of Conformity In Accordance With The Machinery Directive 2006/42/Ec
13-39 Supplement/Declaration of conformity in accordance with the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC Declaration of conformity in accordance with the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC & Jack...
Page 580: Index
Index...
Page 581 14-2 Index Steering switches for audio ........5-41 Abbreviation ..............2 SUBARU STARLINK..........5-25 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ........7-28 Troubleshooting............5-59 Warning light ............3-21 Unit setting ............5-18 Access key ..............2-8 What to do if............5-59 Warning indicator ...........
Page 582 14-3 Index Booster seat.............. 1-38 Changing Bottle holder..............6-7 Coolant ............... 11-24 Brake Flat tire ..............9-7 Assist ..............7-26 Oil and oil filter............. 11-19 Booster............7-26, 11-32 Charge warning light ........... 3-18 Disc ..............12-13 Checking Fluid............11-29, 12-11 Brake pedal free play ..........
Page 583 14-4 Index Automatic..............4-4 Diesel particulate filter ..........8-4 Manual ..............4-5 Warning indicator............ 3-36 Clock................ 3-38 Differential gear oil Clutch Front............11-29, 12-9 Fluid............11-30, 12-11 Rear ............11-29, 12-9 Pedal ..............11-33 Dimensions..............12-2 Coat hook ..............6-11 Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ......
Page 584 14-5 Index Electrical system............12-12 Fog light..............3-63 Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system ..7-29 Folding mirror switch........... 3-75 Warning ..............3-23 Front Electronic parking brake..........7-36 Differential gear oil........11-29, 12-9 Automatic release function by accelerator pedal..7-38 Seatbelt pretensioners ..........
Page 585 Cargo tie-down ............6-17 Select lever/Gear position........3-33 Coat ..............6-11 SI-DRIVE .............. 3-33 Convenient............6-13 SUBARU Rear Vehicle Detection OFF ...... 3-37 Shopping bag ............6-12 Turn signal ............3-34 Towing and tie-down..........9-24 Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF......... 3-23...
Page 586 14-7 Index Vehicle Dynamics Control operation ......3-22 Back-up (Sedan) ..........11-56 X-mode..............3-35 Cargo area ............ 6-3, 11-60 Information display ............. 3-38 Control switch ............3-51 Inside mirror .............. 3-74 Daytime running ............. 3-58 Interior lights ............... 6-2 Dome............6-2, 11-59 ISOFIX anchor bars ...........
Page 587 14-8 Index Manual Outside Climate control system ..........4-5 Mirror defogger ............3-71 Mode (continuously variable transmission) ....7-20 Mirrors ..............3-75 Seat ............... 1-3 Temperature indicator..........3-39 Transmission ............7-13 Overhead console ............6-6 Transmission oil..........11-28, 12-9 Overheating engine ............ 9-23 Map light............
Page 588 14-9 Index Printed antenna ............5-2 Manual transmission oil ........... 12-9 Push-button Rear differential gear oil .......... 12-9 Ignition switch............3-6 Spark plugs ............12-12 Starting and stopping engine ........7-10 Refueling..............7-4 Remote keyless entry system ........2-20 Replacement Brake pad............
Page 589 Power ..............7-25 Power..............1-4 Tilt/telescopic ............3-76 Rear..............1-11 Storage compartment........... 6-4 Seatbelt ..............3, 1-14 SUBARU Rear Vehicle Detection (SRVD)...... 7-53 Fastening.............. 1-16 OFF indicator ............3-37 Maintenance............1-23 OFF switch ............7-59 Pretensioners ............1-23 SRVD approach indicator light/warning buzzer ... 7-56 Safety tips.............
Page 590 14-11 Index Trip meter..............3-11 Tachometer ............... 3-12 Trunk lid ............2-31, 9-30 Temperature gauge ............ 3-13 Trunk light ............... 11-60 Temperature warning light Turn signal AT OIL TEMP ............3-19 Indicator lights............3-34 Temporary spare tire ............ 9-2 Lever ..............3-58 Tether (child restraint system) ........
Page 591 X-mode ..............7-33 Seatbelt ..............3-14 Indicator ..............3-35 SRS airbag system ..........3-16 SUBARU Rear Vehicle Detection ......3-37 Vehicle Dynamics Control ........3-22 Year of manufacture (Middle East models only) ....13-2 Windshield washer fluid .......... 3-26 Warranties ..............1 Washing ..............
Page 592 & Engine oil: ! Australia models Always use the SUBARU approved engine oil. For further Use only unleaded petrol with 91 Octane or higher. This details, please contact your SUBARU dealer. octane rating is the Research Octane number. For optimum...
Page 593 & Engine oil capacity: 2.5 L models 4.8 liters (5.1 US qt, 4.2 Imp qt) Petrol engine models 3.6 L models 6.5 liters (6.9 US qt, 5.7 Imp qt) 5.9 liters (6.2 US qt, 5.2 Imp qt) Diesel engine models The indicated oil quantity is only a guideline and is estimated based on a case when the engine oil is changed with an oil filter.

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