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OWNER’S MANUAL Crosstrek 2017 Love. It’s what makes a Subaru, a Subaru.
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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.
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Vehicle types This manual describes the following vehicle types.
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America, Inc. and sold at retail by an Warranty and Maintenance Booklet . cle or HID headlight assembly need authorized SUBARU dealer in the United Read these warranties carefully. to be replaced, recycled or dis- States come with the following warranties: posed, the HID Headlight bulbs .
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This chapter informs you when you need Chapter 3: Instruments and controls to take your SUBARU to the dealer for fully in order to gain a better understand- This chapter informs you about the opera-...
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Safety symbol Abbreviation list WARNING You may find several abbreviations in this A WARNING indicates a situation in manual. The meanings of the abbrevia- which serious injury or death could tions are shown in the following list. result if the warning is ignored. Abbreviation Meaning Air conditioner...
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Vehicle symbols Safety precautions when Abbreviation Meaning driving Intermittent There are some of the symbols you may Lower anchors and tethers for Seatbelt and SRS airbag see on your vehicle. LATCH children For warning and indicator lights, refer to Light emitting diode WARNING Warning and indicator lights Malfunction indicator light...
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. The SRS airbags deploy with Child safety with considerable speed and considerable speed and force. force and can injure or even kill Occupants who are out of proper children, especially if they are WARNING position when the SRS airbag not restrained or improperly re- .
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. Always properly maintain the en- Drinking and driving adults or animals in the vehicle. They could accidentally injure gine exhaust system to prevent themselves or others through engine exhaust gas from enter- WARNING inadvertent operation of the ve- ing the vehicle. Drinking and then driving is very hicle.
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When you are tired or sleepy, your Your vehicle should not be modified counter and prescription) that can reaction time will be delayed and other than with genuine SUBARU delay your reaction time and impair your perception, judgment and at- parts and accessories. Other types your perception, judgment and at- tentiveness will be impaired.
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Use a pressure gauge to adjust the vehicle off the road and stop it in a consult your SUBARU dealer for tire pressures to the values shown on the safe location. details on the proper location.
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Noise from under the vehicle depressing the accelerator and/or brake General information pedal; and, NOTE . How fast the vehicle was traveling. California proposition 65 You may hear a noise from under the warning vehicle approximately 5 to 10 hours These data can help provide a better after the ignition switch is turned to the understanding of the circumstances in...
Table of contents Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Keys and doors Instruments and controls Climate control Audio Interior equipment Starting and operating Driving tips In case of emergency Appearance care Maintenance and service Specifications Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Index...
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Rear seat (page 1-7) Buttons for SUBARU STARLINK NOTE For U.S.-spec. models with SUBARU STARLINK: Refer to the Owner s Man- u a l s u p p l e m e n t f o r S U B A R U...
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Power window switches (page 2-34) Door locks (page 2-5) Outside mirror switch (page 3-99) Glove box (page 6-6) Front power supply socket (page 6-8) Shift lever (MT) (page 7-22)/Select lever (CVT) (page 7-23) Parking brake lever (page 7-39) Cup holder (page 6-7) Center console (page 6-6) CONTINUED...
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Illumination brightness control Instrument panel (page 3-92) Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch (page 7-36) Combination meter (page 3-9) Information display (page 3-32)/Multi function display (page 3-42) Hazard warning flasher switch (models with multi function display) (page 3-8) Hazard warning flasher switch (models without multi function display) (page 3-8) Multi function display control switches (page 3-42)
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Audio control switches (page 5-62)/ Steering wheel Talk switch for voice command system (page 5-80)/Hands-free phone switches (page 5-72) Cruise control (page 7-44) Shift paddle (page 7-26) Multi information display control switches (page 3-38) SRS airbag (page 1-37) Horn (page 3-102) CONTINUED...
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Windshield wiper (page 3-95) Light control and wiper control levers/switches Mist (page 3-96) Windshield washer (page 3-97) Rear window wiper and washer switch (page 3-98) Wiper intermittent time control switch (page 3-97) Wiper control lever (page 3-96) Light control switch (page 3-88) Fog light switch (page 3-93) Headlight ON/OFF/AUTO (page 3-89) 10) Headlight flasher High/Low beam...
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Tachometer (page 3-11) Combination meter Trip meter and odometer (page 3-10) Select lever/gear position indicator U.S.-spec. models (type A) (page 3-30) Speedometer (page 3-10) Information display selection knob (page 3-32) ECO gauge (page 3-12) Fuel gauge (page 3-12) Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob (page 3-10) The illustration above is a typical example.
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Tachometer (page 3-11) U.S.-spec. models (type B) Multi information display (page 3-38) Fuel gauge (page 3-12) Select lever/gear position indicator (page 3-30) Speedometer (page 3-10) Information display selection knob (page 3-32) ECO gauge (page 3-12) Trip meter and odometer (page 3-10) Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob (page 3-10) The illustration above is a typical example.
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Tachometer (page 3-11) Except U.S.-spec. models (type A) Trip meter and odometer (page 3-10) Select lever/gear position indicator (page 3-30) Speedometer (page 3-10) Information display selection knob (page 3-32) ECO gauge (page 3-12) Fuel gauge (page 3-12) Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob (page 3-10) The illustration above is a typical example.
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Tachometer (page 3-11) Except U.S.-spec. models (type B) Multi information display (page 3-38) Fuel gauge (page 3-12) Select lever/gear position indicator (page 3-30) Speedometer (page 3-10) Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob (page 3-10) ECO gauge (page 3-12) Trip meter and odometer (page 3-10) The illustration above is a typical example.
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Warning and indicator lights Mark Name Page Mark Name Page Mark Name Page AT OIL TEMP warning High beam indicator 3-19 3-31 light (CVT models) light Seatbelt warning light 3-14 Automatic headlight ABS warning light 3-21 beam leveler warning 3-31 light (if equipped) Front passenger s 3-14...
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Mark Name Page Steering responsive fog lights warning in- dicator/Steering re- 3-32 sponsive fog lights OFF indicator (models with EyeSight system) BSD/RCTA warning 3-32 indicator (if equipped) BSD/RCTA OFF indi- 3-32 cator (if equipped)
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A SUBARU dealer can change the settings of the functions shown in the following table to meet your personal requirements. Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer for details. If your vehicle is equipped with a multi function display, the settings for some of these functions can be changed using the display.
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Item Function Possible settings Default setting Key lock-in prevention Key lock-in prevention Operation/Non-operation Operation Defogger and deicer system for Rear window defogger, outside Operation for 15 minutes/ Operation for 15 minutes models with the automatic climate mirror defogger and windshield wi- Continuous operation control system per deicer...
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............1-38 Automatic Locking Retractor/Emergency Locking Components ............1-44 Retractor (ALR/ELR) ......... 1-12 SUBARU advanced frontal airbag system ... 1-46 Seatbelt warning light and chime ......1-13 SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag..... 1-56 Fastening the seatbelt ........
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats Front seats used in the upright position in a collision, the risk of sliding under the lap belt and of the lap belt WARNING sliding up over the abdomen will increase, and both can result in .
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats Forward and backward ad- whichever is appropriate for the child s age, height and weight. Se- justment cure ALL types of child restraint devices (including forward facing child seat) in the REAR seats at all times.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats Reclining the seatback Seat height adjustment (dri- ver s seat) WARNING Pull the reclining lever up and adjust the seatback to the desired position. Then When the lever is pushed down, the seat To prevent the passenger from slid- is lowered.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seats Head restraint adjustment Head restraint height adjustment 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 from the rear.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seat heater NOTE Seat heater (if equipped) Head restraint angle adjustment Use of the seat heater for a long period of time while the engine is not running The seat heater is equipped in the front can cause battery discharge.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Rear seats Operation To turn on the seat heater, push the LO Rear seats or HI position on the switch, as desired, depending on the temperature. Selecting the HI position will cause the seat to heat up quicker. To turn off the seat heater, lightly press the opposite side of the current position.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Rear seats Armrest (if equipped) Head restraint adjustment 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...
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Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Rear seats Rear windows side seating position Rear center seating position CAUTION The head restraint is not intended to be used at the retracted position. Before sitting on the seat, raise the head restraint to the extended posi- tion.
1-10 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Rear seats When the rear-center seating position is occupied, raise the head restraint to the extended position. When the rear center seating position is not occupied, lower the head restraint to improve rearward visibi- lity. Folding down the rear seat- back WARNING...
1-11 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts Seatbelts accident because the operation effi- properly restrained at all times. ciency of the seatbelt is inhibited. The SRS airbag deploys with Seatbelt safety tips considerable speed and force . The seatbelt should not pass and can injure or even kill chil- behind the securing hook for dren, especially if they are not...
1-12 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts shoulder belt fit. Care must be taken to Emergency Locking Retrac- According to accident statistics, securely place the lap belt as low as children are safer when properly tor (ELR) possible on the hips and not on the child s restrained in the rear seating The driver s seatbelt has an Emergency waist.
1-13 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts the rear seats by the use of the seatbelt, instead of across the weaker the seatbelt must be changed over to the abdomen. Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode. . Seatbelts provide maximum re- straint when the occupant sits When the child restraint system is re- well back and upright in the seat.
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1-14 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts Front seatbelts Adjusting the front seat shoulder belt anchor height 1. Adjust the seat position according to the following procedure. Driver s seat: Adjust the seatback to the upright position. Move the seat as far from the steering wheel as practical while still maintaining full vehicle control.
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1-15 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts catching the belt webbing in the door. WARNING Rear seatbelts (except rear center When wearing the seatbelts, make seatbelt) sure the shoulder portion of the 1. Sit well back in the seat. webbing does not pass over your 2.
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1-16 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts Rear center seatbelt Unfastening the seatbelt WARNING Fastening the seatbelt with the web- bing twisted can increase the risk or severity of injury in an accident. When fastening the belt after it is pulled out from the retractor, espe- cially when inserting the connec- tor s tongue plate into the mating buckle (on right-hand side), always...
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1-17 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts WARNING . Be sure to fasten both tongue plates to the respective buckles. If the seatbelt is used only as a shoulder belt (with the connec- tor s tongue plate not fastened to the connector s buckle on the right-hand side), it cannot prop- erly restrain the wearer in posi- tion in an accident, possibly...
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1-18 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts 7. Place the lap belt as low as possible on your hips, not on your waist. Unfastening the seatbelt 4. After confirming that the webbing is not 5. Insert the center seatbelt tongue plate twisted, insert the connector (tongue) into the center seatbelt buckle marked attached at the webbing end into the...
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1-19 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Seatbelts 2. Insert a tongue plate or other hard CAUTION pointed object into the slot in the con- nector (buckle) on the right-hand side and . Do not allow the retractor to roll push it in. The connector (tongue) plate up the seatbelt too quickly.
1-20 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seatbelt pretensioners Seatbelt maintenance If the sensor detects a certain predeter- Front seatbelt pretensioners mined amount of force during frontal or To clean the seatbelts, use a mild soap side collisions or rollover accidents, the and lukewarm water.
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(when both the satellite safing sen- be replaced only by an authorized ing in serious injury. Seatbelt sor and any of the center pillar SUBARU dealer. When replacing seat- pretensioners have no user-ser- impact sensors/front door impact belt retractor assemblies, use only viceable parts.
1-22 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Front seatbelt pretensioners When a seatbelt pretensioner is activated, senger* dealer. an operating noise will be heard and a SRS curtain airbags (both sides) small amount of smoke will be released. (if an offset frontal collision occurs) These occurrences are normal and not Front passenger s seatbelt *: This does not operate if the occupant...
System servicing sioners or could make the sys- be replaced only by an authorized tem inoperative, possibly result- SUBARU dealer. When replacing seat- ing in serious injury. Seatbelt WARNING belt retractor assemblies, use only pretensioners have no user-ser- genuine SUBARU parts.
SUBARU deal- Precautions against vehicle modification CAUTION Always consult your SUBARU dealer if The sensors and SRS airbag control you want to install any accessory parts to module are located in the following your vehicle.
Where to place a child re- moving. straint system The following are SUBARU s recommen- dations on where to place a child restraint system in your vehicle. WARNING Children should be properly re- WARNING strained at all times.
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1-26 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems A: Front passenger s seat Some types of child restraints might not be and force and can injure or even able to be secured firmly due to projection kill children, especially if they are You should not install a child restraint of the seat cushion.
1-27 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems Choosing a child restraint Installing child restraint sys- system tems with ALR/ELR seatbelt WARNING . Child restraint systems and seat- belts can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather;...
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1-28 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems rear seating position. (2) Allow the belt to rewind into the secure, the danger of your child retractor. As the belt is rewinding, clicks suffering personal injury in the 2. Run the lap and shoulder belt through will be heard which indicate the retractor event of an accident may be or around the child restraint system...
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1-29 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems NOTE installed on the window-side seating position, remove the rear seat head When the child restraint system is no restraint. For details, refer to Head longer in use, remove it and restore the restraint adjustment 1-8.
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1-30 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems 4. Run the lap and shoulder belt through 6. Take up the slack in the lap belt. 8. Before having a child sit in the child or around the child restraint system restraint system, try to move it back and 7.
1-31 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems press the release button on the seatbelt Installing a booster seat buckle and allow the belt to retract completely. The belt will return to the WARNING ELR mode. . Child restraint systems and seat- If you have installed a child restraint belts can become hot in a vehicle system for the rear center seating posi-...
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1-32 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems creased. effective in preventing or redu- cing injury. . Place the lap belt as low as possible on the child s hips. A 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 both can result in serious inter-...
1-33 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems Installation of child restraint tight and secure, the danger of your systems by use of lower and child suffering personal injury in the event of an accident may be in- tether anchorages (LATCH) creased.
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1-34 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems The lower anchorages (bars) are used for To install a child restraint system installing a child restraint system only on using lower and tether an- the rear seat window-side seating posi- chorages tions.
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6. Latch the top tether hook onto the SUBARU dealer. tether anchorage that is located behind the rear seat and tighten the top tether firmly. For additional instructions, refer to Top tether anchorages 1-36.
1-36 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/Child restraint systems To hook the top tether Top tether anchorages Anchorage location Your vehicle is equipped with three top CAUTION tether anchorages so that a child restraint . Except for the center seating system having a top tether can be installed in the rear seat.
. Driver s and front passenger s side illustrated below. Please contact your SUBARU dealer if airbags you have any question regarding the . Curtain airbags (for driver, front pas- installation of a child restraint system.
1-38 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) General precautions regard- to help avoid injuries that can and the front passenger should ing SRS airbag system result when an occupant is not move the seat as far back as seated in a proper upright posi- possible and sit upright and well tion.
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1-39 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) close to the SRS side airbag. that can result when the SRS SRS side airbag deployment. airbag contacts an occupant not . Since your vehicle is equipped . Do not place any objects over or in proper position such as one with SRS curtain airbags, do not near the SRS airbag cover or...
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1-40 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) vehicle, causing injury. dangerously toward the vehicle s WARNING occupants and cause injuries. . Do not put any objects under the . Do not attach a hands-free micro- driver s side of the instrument Do not attach accessories to the panel.
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Hang cloth- airbag. Even when using a genu- ing directly on the coat hooks with- ine SUBARU seat cover, the SRS Place children in the rear seat out using hangers. side airbag system may not func- properly restrained at all times.
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1-42 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) restraint device or in a seatbelt, WARNING whichever is appropriate for the child s age, height and weight. NEVER INSTALL A FORWARD OR Secure ALL types of child restraint REARWARD FACING CHILD SEAT devices (including forward facing IN THE FRONT SEAT.
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1-43 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) seat facing the side window get fresh air promptly. . A deploying SRS airbag releases Wrap his/her arms around the front seat seatback hot gas. Occupants could get burned if they come into direct Put his/her head, arms or contact with the hot gas.
1-44 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 A SRS AIRBAG mark is located at the pad of the airbag.
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1-45 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) 11) Seatbelt pretensioner (driver s side) 12) Seatbelt pretensioner (front passenger s side) 13) Curtain airbag sensor (rear wheel house right-hand side) 14) Curtain airbag sensor (rear wheel house left-hand side) 15) Curtain airbag module (right-hand side) 16) Curtain airbag module (left-hand side)
For the locations of the SRS airbags, refer The front passenger s SRS frontal airbag to Components 1-44. Your vehicle is equipped with a SUBARU uses a dual stage inflator. The inflator advanced frontal airbag system that com- In a moderate to severe frontal collision,...
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Have your vehicle inspected at your . Do not leave any articles on the SUBARU dealer. Do not use the front front passenger s seat or the passenger s seat while driving the vehicle seatbelt tongue and buckle en- to your SUBARU dealer.
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This sit on the front passenger s seat and have may prevent the front passenger s frontal the system checked by your SUBARU airbag ON and OFF indicators from work- dealer. ing properly. Check that the indicators .
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If this device causes inter- ing electronic devices) on the GER S SRS FRONTAL AIRBAG IS ference, consult the nearest SUBARU seat other than the infant in the DEACTIVATED. Be sure to install it dealer. Also, for maintenance of the child restraint system.
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3. Turn the ignition switch to the ON contact your SUBARU dealer for an position. Children who have outgrown a child inspection. restraint system should always wear the...
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Cherry Hill, NJ 08034-6000 position and wait 6 seconds to allow the 1-800-SUBARU3 (1-800-782-2783) There are currently no SUBARU distribu- system to complete self-checking. Follow- tors in any other U.S. territories. If you are ing the system check, both indicators turn <Hawaii>...
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Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) The SRS airbags can function only when Operation the ignition switch is in the ON position. The SUBARU advanced frontal airbag system is designed to determine the activation or deactivation condition of the front passenger s SRS frontal airbag...
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1-53 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) The driver s and front passenger s SRS SRS airbag deployment depends on the CAUTION frontal airbags use dual stage inflators. level of force experienced in the passen- The two inflators of each airbag are ger compartment during a collision.
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1-54 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) Only the driver s SRS frontal airbag or Example of accident in which the Examples of the types of acci- both driver s and front passenger s SRS driver s/driver s and front pas- dents in which it is possible that frontal airbags may be activated when the senger s SRS frontal airbag(s)
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1-55 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) The vehicle strikes an object, such as a Examples of the types of accidents in which deployment of the driver s/ telephone pole or sign pole. driver s and front passenger s SRS frontal airbag(s) is unlikely to occur The vehicle slides under the load bed of a truck.
1-56 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) frontal airbags are not designed to deploy once either or both of the driver s and front Examples of the types of acci- in most of the following cases. passenger s SRS frontal airbags is/are dents in which the driver s/dri- .
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1-57 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) . Front passenger s SRS side airbag the cabin is stored in the roof side or front door impact sensors . SRS curtain airbag (right-hand side) (between the front pillar and a point over If both of the following sensors together the rear seat).
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1-58 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) When the SRS side airbag and SRS airbag are not designed to deploy in the Example of the type of accident curtain airbag deploy, a sudden, fairly loud following cases: in which the SRS side airbag will .
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1-59 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) The vehicle is involved in a severe side Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS curtain airbag will most impact near the front seat or the rear likely deploy.
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1-60 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) Hitting a curb, edge of pavement or hard Examples of the types of accidents in which it is possible that the SRS side surface airbag and the SRS curtain airbag will deploy. Falling into or jumping over a deep hole Landing hard or vehicle falling It is possible that the SRS side and curtain...
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1-61 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) The vehicle is involved in an oblique Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS side airbag is unlikely side-on impact. to deploy. The vehicle is involved in a side-on impact in an area outside the vicinity of the passenger compartment.
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1-62 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) The vehicle is involved in an oblique Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS curtain airbag is side-on impact. unlikely to deploy. The vehicle is involved in a side-on impact in an area outside the vicinity of the passenger compartment.
1-63 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags/*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) ary). same direction, once the SRS side airbag Examples of the types of acci- The vehicle is struck from behind. and SRS curtain airbag are activated on dents in which the SRS side The vehicle pitches end over end.
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ON . Seatbelt pretensioner position. Immediately take your vehicle to Driver s side your nearest SUBARU dealer to Front passenger s side The following components are monitored have the system checked. Unless . Lap belt pretensioner (front passen-...
. Under the center of the instru- SRS airbag system servicing ment panel In the following cases, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. WARNING . On both the right and left sides at . The front part of the vehicle was the front of the vehicle .
Keys and doors Keys ..............Remote keyless entry system......2-22 Key number plate ..........Locking the doors..........2-23 Immobilizer ............Unlocking the doors .......... 2-24 Unlocking the rear gate........2-24 Security indicator light ........Vehicle finder function ........2-24 Key replacement ..........Sounding a panic alarm ........
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Keys and doors Rear gate ............2-37 Moonroof (if equipped)........2-39 Lock/unlock ............2-37 Moonroof switches ..........2-39 Open/close............2-38 Sun shade ............2-40...
Keys and doors/Keys Keys Immobilizer against your knees while you are driving, it could turn the ignition switch from the ON position to the NOTE The immobilizer system is designed to ACC or LOCK position, thereby prevent an unauthorized person from For models with keyless access with stopping the engine.
(1) This de- erasing the lost key s ID code, contact type immobilizer system. vice may not cause harmful interfer- your SUBARU dealer. ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including Security indicator light...
Keys and doors/Door locks Canada-spec. models Mexico-spec. models Door locks Locking and unlocking from the outside NOTE If you unlock the driver s door with a key (including a mechanical key) and open the door while the alarm system is armed, the alarm system is triggered and the vehicle s horn sounds.
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Keys and doors/Door locks ON . For details about the alarm system, refer to Alarm system 2-26. Locking using lock lever NOTE Rotate the lock lever forward. For models with keyless access with Close the door. push-button start system : The mechanical key is directional.
Keys and doors/Door locks Locking and unlocking from WARNING the inside Keep all doors locked when you drive, especially when small chil- dren are in your vehicle. Along with the proper use of seat- belts and child restraints, locking the doors reduces the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in an accident.
Locking and unlocking by the remote tional setting can be changed by a keyless entry system can also be con- SUBARU dealer. Contact a SUBARU trolled with the buttons on the access key. dealer for details. For detailed information, refer to Remote keyless entry system 2-22.
2-10 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push button start system Access key mechanical key removed) at a parking Safety precautions facility. Regarding radio wave WARNING If you wear an implanted pacemaker or an implanted defibrillator, stay at least 8.7 in (22 cm) away from the transmitting antennas installed on the vehicle.
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SUBARU dealer to avoid the . When the battery of the access key airplane, take measures to prevent risk of damage at the time of...
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2-17. The setting can tional registration of access keys. also be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Regarding access key . Do not leave the access key in the For more details, contact a SUBARU storage spaces inside the vehicle.
2-13 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push button start system Locking and unlocking with Radio waves used for the keyless access with push-button start sys- keyless access entry func- tion The keyless access with push-button start Operating ranges system uses radio waves of 134 kHz, in addition to the radio waves used for the remote keyless entry system.
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2-14 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push button start system ground, even if it is in the indicated or the keyless access function may not operating range. operate in the following cases: . The status of the access key and the When the battery of the access key is discharged radio wave conditions around the vehicle...
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Also, an electronic chirp will sound twice SUBARU dealer. We recommend that you and the hazard warning flashers will flash contact your SUBARU dealer for details.
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2-16 Keys and doors/Keyless access with push button start system perform the unlocking operation once function and the remote keyless entry Locking with the door lock first. You can then touch the door lock system have not been used for 2 weeks sensor sensor to lock the doors.
The factory setting (default setting) is set by the radio waves from the trans- as operational . mitter antenna. For further details, consult a SUBARU CONTINUED...
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. The setting can also be changed at SUBARU dealers. For more details, contact a SUBARU dealer. . To start the engine while the func- tions are disabled, perform the proce-...
When the procedure to disable the func- Replacing access key tions is performed again, a chirp sound will Access keys can be replaced at SUBARU be heard, and the functions are enabled. NOTE dealers. For more details, contact a SUBARU dealer.
2-20 Keys and doors/PIN Code Access (models with keyless access with push button start system ) . Canada-spec. models . Mexico-spec. models PIN Code Access (models with keyless access with push-button start system ) RLVDE1413-2269 14AHC Rear lock button DENSO While all doors (including the rear gate) are locked, you can unlock the doors (including the rear gate) without a key by...
2-21 Keys and doors/PIN Code Access (models with keyless access with push button start system ) Registering a PIN code registration procedure, press the Registration button on the access key. For example, to register 32468 as the Preparation Then, start over from the procedure PIN code, perform the following proce- described in Preparation .
2-22 Keys and doors/Remote keyless entry system Unlocking key is used as the transmitter for the Remote keyless entry system remote keyless entry system. For models Perform steps 1 to 5 described in Regis- without keyless access with push-button tration . CAUTION start system , the transmitter for the remote keyless entry system is located...
When locking the doors When unlocking the doors When unlocking the rear gate Operation of the hazard warning flashers in the above cases can be set to On or Off by a SUBARU dealer. Consult your SUBARU dealer for de- CONTINUED...
2-24 Keys and doors/Remote keyless entry system Unlocking the doors flashers to flash three times. Selecting audible signal op- eration (models without Press the unlock/disarm button to unlock NOTE keyless access with push- the driver s door. An electronic chirp will If the interval between presses is too button start system ) sound twice and the hazard warning...
FCC ID: CWTWD1U781 You may have the above settings done by CAUTION your SUBARU dealer. Also, for models with a multi function display, the setting FCC WARNING can be changed using the display. For...
You can set the system for lights. deactivation yourself or have it done by . Map lights (models with moonroof) your SUBARU dealer. . Dome light (illuminates only when the dome light switch is in the DOOR position)
Only registered keys will stop the tion meter) are deactivated as the factory setting. A alarm. If the immobilizer transponder SUBARU dealer can activate the sys- is not registered, the alarm will not If the system was previously deacti- tem. Contact your SUBARU dealer for stop.
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2-28 Keys and doors/Alarm system function (models with keyless access with push-button start system ). Any door (including the rear gate) is opened. The ignition switch is turned to the ON position (models without keyless access with push-button start sys- tem ).
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2-29 Keys and doors/Alarm system doors will automatically lock. the power door locking switch to set the door locks. To arm the system using power 7. Close the door. An electronic chirp will door locking switches sound once, the hazard warning flashers 1.
2-30 Keys and doors/Alarm system tically lock. Disarming the system Perform either of the following procedures. . Briefly press the disarm button (for less than 2 seconds) on the access key/remote transmitter. . Carry the access key and perform either of the following procedures (models with keyless access with push-button start system ).
If you wish to program the passive arming will then change slowly (once approxi- When you choose the valet mode, the mode, have it done by your SUBARU mately every 3 seconds from twice ap- alarm system does not operate. In valet dealer.
2-32 Keys and doors/Alarm system Tripped sensor identification The security indicator light flashes when the alarm system has been triggered. Also, the number of flashes indicates the location of unauthorized intrusion or the severity of impact on the vehicle. When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the indicator light will light for 1 second and then flash as follows.
2-34 Keys and doors/Windows Power window operation by Windows Operating the driver s window driver Driver s side power window WARNING switches To avoid serious personal injury caused by entrapment, always con- form to the following instructions without exception. . When operating the power win- dows, be extremely careful to prevent anyone s fingers, arms, neck, head or other objects from...
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2-35 Keys and doors/Windows switch up until it clicks and then release it. 2-37. While closing the driver s window auto- To stop the window halfway, push the matically, if the window senses a sub- Anti-entrapment function switch down lightly. stantial enough object trapped between the window and the window frame, it NOTE...
2-36 Keys and doors/Windows Power window operation by Operating the passengers win- Locking the passengers windows passengers dows Passenger s side power window switches Lock Unlock To open: Push the appropriate switch down and To lock: hold it until the window reaches the Press the lock switch.
2-37 Keys and doors/Rear gate Initialization of power win- Rear gate Operating the windows Lock/unlock If the vehicle s battery is disconnected due to situations such as battery or fuse The rear gate can be locked and unlocked using any of the following systems. replacement, the following functions are .
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2-38 Keys and doors/Rear gate Open/close firmly until the latch engages. when loading or unloading car- The rear gate can be lowered easily if you pull it down holding the recessed grip. NOTE WARNING If the rear gate cannot be unlocked due .
Press the rear side of the UP/DOWN arms, head or other objects will we recommend that you have the switch momentarily. The moonroof raises be accidentally caught in the system checked by a SUBARU completely. moonroof. dealer. To lower: . Always carry the key when you...
2-40 Keys and doors/Moonroof Release the switch after the moonroof has To close: CAUTION been raised or has been lowered com- Press and hold the front side of the pletely. Pressing the switch continuously OPEN/CLOSE switch. Never attempt to test this function may cause damage to the moonroof.
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Instruments and controls Front passenger s frontal airbag ON and OFF Ignition switch (models without keyless indicators ............3-16 access with push-button start system )..CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction LOCK..............indicator light ..........3-16 ACC..............Coolant temperature low indicator light/Coolant ON..............
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Instruments and controls Cruise control indicator light (if equipped) ..3-31 Ending screen ........... 3-44 Cruise control set indicator light (if Self-check screen ..........3-45 equipped)............3-31 Interruption screen ..........3-46 Automatic headlight beam leveler warning light Basic screens............ 3-46 (models with HID headlights) ......
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Instruments and controls Outside mirrors ..........3-99 Tilt/telescopic steering wheel ......3-102 Defogger and deicer ........3-100 Horn ..............3-102...
Instruments and controls/Ignition switch (models without keyless access with push button start system ) NOTE Ignition switch (models with- CAUTION . Keep the ignition switch in the out keyless access with Do not attach a large key holder or LOCK position when the engine is push-button start system ) not running.
Instruments and controls/Ignition switch (models without keyless access with push button start system ) . The key grip is touching another key the key is released (after the engine has started), the key automatically returns to or a metallic key holder. the ON position.
Instruments and controls/Push button ignition switch (models with push button start system) . Even when the access key is outside Ignition switch light (if Push-button ignition switch the vehicle, if it is placed too close to equipped) (models with push-button the glass, it may be possible to switch start system) For easy access to the ignition switch in...
Orange audio and ac- the instrument panel illumination cessory power outlet. is turned on, have the vehicle inspected at a SUBARU dealer. Orange . If the vehicle was left in the hot (while engine is All electrical stopped) sun for a long time, the surface of...
Instruments and controls/Hazard warning flasher your vehicle under emergency conditions. Hazard warning flasher Battery drainage prevention func- The hazard warning flasher works regard- tion less of the position of the ignition switch. When the push-button ignition switch is left in the ACC or ON position for To turn on the hazard warning flasher, approximately 1 hour, the push-button push the hazard warning button on the...
Instruments and controls/Meters and gauges Canceling the function for The display can be switched as shown in Meters and gauges the following sequence by pressing the meter/gauge needle move- trip knob. NOTE ment upon turning on the ignition switch Some of the meters and gauges on the It is possible to activate or deactivate the combination meter use liquid-crystal movement of the meter needles and...
3-10 Instruments and controls/Meters and gauges Double trip meter Type B combination meter Perform the procedures described in Gauge Initial Movement 3-41. Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle speed. Odometer Type B Trip knob (U.S.-spec. models) Type A Trip knob (except U.S.-spec. models) Trip knob This meter displays the odometer when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
3-11 Instruments and controls/Meters and gauges This meter displays the two trip meters Tachometer when the ignition switch is in the ON The tachometer shows the engine speed position. in thousands of revolutions per minute. The trip meter shows the distance that the vehicle has been driven since you last set CAUTION it to zero.
3-12 Instruments and controls/Meters and gauges Fuel gauge The fuel gauge is displayed when the ECO gauge (if equipped) ignition is in the ON position, and it shows the approximate amount of fuel remaining in the tank. The gauge indication may change slightly during braking, turning or acceleration due to fuel level movement in the tank.
3-13 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights Before that time, the ECO gauge does : CHECK ENGINE warning light/Mal- Warning and indicator lights not operate. function indicator light Initial illumination for system : Coolant temperature low indicator check light/Coolant temperature high warn- ing light Several of the warning and indicator lights illuminate when the ignition switch is...
Driver s warning light (type A) Front passenger s warning light corresponding system. Consult your authorized SUBARU dealer Operation for repair. If the driver and/or front passenger have/ has not yet fastened the seatbelt(s) when...
. Do not allow the rear seat occupant to tions described above, immediately con- mately 9 mph (15 km/h) place his/her hands or legs on the front tact your SUBARU dealer for an inspec- The warning light(s) for unfastened passenger s seatback, or allow him/her to tion.
2 seconds. After that, one of the indicators illuminates depending on the your SUBARU dealer as soon as Front passenger s frontal status of the front passenger s SRS frontal possible. Continued vehicle opera-...
Contact your authorized SUBARU dealer immediately. indicator light/warning light be- SUBARU dealer for an inspec- If the light is blinking haves in any of the following tion. If the light is blinking while driving, an ways, the electrical system may be malfunctioning.
NOTE check the engine oil level. If the oil level is vehicle checked by a SUBARU dealer. If the engine is restarted after a certain low, add oil immediately. If the engine oil is...
Accordingly, when the low tire system is not working properly. Contact turned pressure telltale illuminates, you should your nearest SUBARU dealer for service when the vehicle is driven on a stop and check your tires as soon as immediately.
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Tire Pressure Monitoring Sys- illuminated. This sequence will continue tem checked at a SUBARU dealer as If the light illuminates steadily after upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long soon as possible.
25 mph (40 Have your vehicle towed to the The warning light illuminates km/h). nearest SUBARU dealer for re- during driving. . The warning light illuminates during pair. . When the warning light is on (and...
Drive location and check the brake fluid level. carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer If the fluid level is below the MIN mark in and have the system inspected. the reservoir, do not drive the vehicle.
3-23 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights pressure in any of the tires. wheel is operated. Drive carefully to WARNING the nearest SUBARU dealer and WARNING have the vehicle inspected immedi- When the Hill start assist warning ately. light illuminates, have the vehicle...
If the warning light behavior is as tion of the power steering control checked at a SUBARU dealer as described in the following examples, system. soon as possible.
ON position. probably malfunctioning under the follow- ing condition. Have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. . The light does not turn off even after the lapse of several minutes (the engine has warmed up) after the engine has started.
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3-26 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights The warning chime and the access key SUBARU dealer as soon as pos- List of warnings warning indicator are used for the follow- sible. ing purposes. . When the operation indicator on CAUTION .
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3-27 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights Access key Operation indica- Inside warning Outside warning warning indica- tor on push-but- Status Action chime chime tor on meter ton ignition switch Switch the push-button ignition The driver s door is opened while switch to OFF , or close the driver s the push-button ignition switch is door.
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3-28 Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights Access key Operation indica- Inside warning Outside warning warning indica- tor on push-but- Status Action chime chime tor on meter ton ignition switch Ding, Access key warning: Carry the access key, and drive the ding ...
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Contact a SUBARU dealer immedi- System malfunction warning: ately and have the vehicle in- Ding Flashes in orange A malfunction is detected in the spected.
If the indicator light does not blink in the above conditions, it may indicate that Immobilizer system immobilizer system may be malfunction- ing. Contact your nearest SUBARU dealer The security indicator light starts blinking immediately. in the following conditions. In the event that an unauthorized key (for...
This indicator light illuminates while the speed and have your vehicle in- front fog lights are illuminated. Turn signal indicator spected at a SUBARU dealer as lights soon as possible. These lights show the operation of the turn signal or lane change signal.
When this indica- sive fog lights OFF in- tor appears, have your vehicle inspected dicator (models with by your SUBARU dealer as soon as EyeSight system) possible. NOTE BSD/RCTA OFF indica- For details about the steering respon-...
3-33 Instruments and controls/Information display Outside temperature indica- ON position, the indication does not Road surface freeze warning indi- flash. cation NOTE The outside temperature indication may differ from the actual outside temperature. The road surface freeze warning indication should be treated only as a guide.
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3-34 Instruments and controls/Information display sequence. Driving range on remaining fuel U.S.-spec. models Except U.S.-spec. models U.S.-spec. models Except U.S.-spec. models If the driving range is shown as there is only a tiny amount of fuel left in the The driving range indicates the distance tank.
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3-35 Instruments and controls/Information display corresponding to that trip meter dis- Average fuel consumption play is not shown until the vehicle has subsequently covered a distance of 1 mile (or 1 km). Current fuel consumption Trip knob U.S.-spec. models Pressing the trip knob toggles the display Except U.S.-spec.
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3-36 Instruments and controls/Information display display is giving a reading other than the Journey time journey time, the display switches to the journey time, flashes for 5 seconds, and returns to its original reading each time a complete hour has elapsed. NOTE The journey time is reset when the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK /...
3-37 Instruments and controls/Information display Clock 3. While the clock display is flashing, Turn off display of driving informa- press and hold the + button for approxi- tion display mately 2 seconds. The clock format will The driving information display can be then change.
3-38 Instruments and controls/Multi information display (models with type B combination meter) Select lever/gear position indicator (refer Multi information display to Select lever/gear position indicator (models with type B combi- (CVT models) 3-30.) Odometer (refer to Odometer 3-10.)/ nation meter) double trip meter (refer to Double trip meter 3-10.)
3-39 Instruments and controls/Multi information display (models with type B combination meter) Basic operation LOCK / OFF position, the multi informa- Warning screen tion display gradually turns off (Good-bye By operating of the control screen). switch, the screens and selection items can be switched.
3-40 Instruments and controls/Multi information display (models with type B combination meter) Default screen: Menu screen entering screen: Digital speedometer: While this screen is selected, pull the SET switch to enter the menu screen. Menu screens Pull the /SET switch to enter the menu screens when all of the following condi- tions are satisfied.
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3-41 Instruments and controls/Multi information display (models with type B combination meter) The menu list is as follows. By operating the switch on the steering wheel, you can select the menu. Second menu First menu Pull the /SET switch to enter the selected menu.
3-42 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Safety precautions Multi function display (if Languages equipped) Operate the switch on the WARNING steering wheel to display the preferred Models without multi func- language. Then pull the /SET switch to Always pay adequate attention to tion display select the displayed language.
3-43 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Driving information display (For the dis- Features Locations played contents, refer to Basic screens 3-46.) The multi function display has the follow- ing functions. Basic operation Description Page Displays useful messages, such 3-46 as warning information, etc. Displays basic screens (e.g.
3-44 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Welcome screen driver s door is opened again. This to the set date. does not indicate a malfunction. When the door is unlocked and the NOTE driver s door is opened, the welcome . Displaying the birthday/anniversary Date screen screen will appear for a short time.
3-45 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Fuel consumption results screen Example of notification Engine oil: Checks the interval of engine oil replacement. The average fuel consumption for the If there is a warning message or a entire driving distance, from when the Oil filter: Checks the interval of oil filter maintenance notification, the color of the ignition switch was turned to the ON...
3-46 Instruments and controls/Multi function display following conditions. Interruption screen Basic screens The period of time remaining Basic screen items until the registered notification date These are the basic screens of the multi is 15 days or less. function display. The total driving distance remain- ing until the registered notification Item...
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3-47 Instruments and controls/Multi function display temperature has increased to 418F Information bar (58C) or higher. Top display One of the following items can be dis- played on the top display. . Average fuel consumption correspond- ing to the driving distance of each trip meter .
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3-48 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Fuel consumption screen ECO gauge screen (if equipped) Clock The clock can be displayed in either 12- hour display or 24-hour display. For details about the setting, refer to Current date and time setting 3-56.
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3-49 Instruments and controls/Multi function display ECO history screen Vehicle activation status screen Time range Width of bar graph 30 minutes 1 minute 60 minutes 2 minutes 4 minutes 120 minutes For details about the setting, refer to Economy history setting 3-67.
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3-50 Instruments and controls/Multi function display tion is represented using an animation of the traffic lane. If the ABS is activated, all of the vehicle s wheels will be illuminated in yellow and the length of operation in seconds and the number of activations will be displayed in the bar indicator, located on the lowermost part of the display.
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3-51 Instruments and controls/Multi function display EyeSight screen (models with Triple meter screen Item Details EyeSight system) Average vehicle speed (Average vehicle speed for the entire driving time from when the trip meter was reset) Lifetime fuel consumption Engine oil temperature Accelerator opening ratio Journey time (the time that has elapsed since the ignition switch...
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3-52 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Guidance screen Clock/calendar screen Calendar Today s date Clock (analog format) When the button is pressed and held, Birthday/Anniversary the selection screen can be displayed. In addition to the clock/calendar, the out- The displayed contents can be set or side temperature and average fuel con- customized from the selection screen.
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3-53 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Selection screen When the button is pushed and held, the setting screen for each menu can be displayed. Select the preferred menu by operating switch. Top menu Menu option Description Page Time/Date Time/Date Set and adjust the time and date. 12h or 24h format can be selected. 3-56 Birthday Set a birthday.
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3-54 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Top menu Menu option Description Page Maintenance Engine Oil Set and adjust the oil maintenance notification date. 3-73 Oil Filter Set and adjust the oil filter maintenance notification date. 3-74 Tires Set and adjust the tire maintenance notification date. 3-74 Maintenance Schedule Set and adjust the vehicle maintenance notification date.
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3-55 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Top menu Menu option Description Page Initialize Reset to Defaults Reset all settings to the default settings. Yes or No 3-86 Lifetime Fuel Consumption Reset Clear logged lifetime fuel consumption data. Yes or No 3-87 Go Back Return to the top menu.
Time/Date item. Then, push the button. example, April 31). . If your vehicle is equipped with button. genuine SUBARU navigation system, Current date and time setting the clock of navigation system must be set separately. 1. Perform the preparation steps accord-...
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3-57 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 5. After entering the date and time, select Set by operating the switch and confirm the setting by pushing the button. 4. Select a number by operating the 2. Operate the switch to switch. Then push the button.
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3-58 Instruments and controls/Multi function display English alphabet (upper case charac- ters and lower case characters are available), eleven symbols or blank spaces. The word being edited will be displayed with an underline. 4. The selected item will be shown. Push 6.
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3-59 Instruments and controls/Multi function display be deactivated. Anniversary setting 1. Perform the preparation steps accord- ing to Preparation for date setting From 1 to 7 days prior to the birthday 9. The system will notify you that the setting is complete. If a birthday is approaching, the following screen will be displayed accompanied by a beep when the ignition switch has been...
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3-60 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 3. Select an entry in the list to set by 5. Select numbers by operating the 7. Select characters by operating the operating the switch. Then switch. Then push the button. switch. Then push the push the button.
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3-61 Instruments and controls/Multi function display If an anniversary is approaching, the following screen will be displayed accom- panied by a beep when the ignition switch has been turned to the ON position. This function can be set to on or off. For details, refer to Bypass screen setting 3-71.
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3-62 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Daylight saving time setting 1. Perform the preparation steps accord- ing to Preparation for date setting 3. The current setting will be displayed. 5. Select Set by operating the Push the button to enter the selection switch, and confirm the setting by pushing mode.
3-63 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Image quality and volume Contrast setting settings 1. Perform the preparation steps accord- The image quality and volume settings ing to Preparation for image quality and can be adjusted. To change the items, volume settings 3-63.
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3-64 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 2. Operate the switch to 4. The screen is turned off. 2. Operate the switch to select the Screen Off item. Then push select the Beep item. Then push the button. button. Restoring the screen When the button is pushed after the ignition switch is turned...
3-65 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 4. Select an item by operating the 6. The system will notify you that the 3. After the selection screen is displayed, switch. Then push the button. setting is complete. operate the switch to show the Screen Setting item.
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3-66 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 2. Operate the switch to 4. Select an item by operating the 6. The system will notify you that the select the Top Display item. Then push switch. Then push the button. setting is complete. button.
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3-67 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 2. Operate the switch to 4. Select the displayed configuration by 6. The system will notify you that the select the Cons item. Then push the operating the switch. Then setting is complete. button. push the button.
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3-68 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 2. Operate the switch to 4. Select the time of the logged fuel 6. Select Set by operating the select the Eco History item. Then push consumption history by operating the switch and confirm the setting by pushing button.
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3-69 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Triple meter setting 1. Perform the preparation steps accord- ing to Preparation for screen settings 3-65. 3. Select the setting location (left, center 4. Select the preferred item by operating or right) by operating the switch.
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3-70 Instruments and controls/Multi function display switch, and confirm the setting by pushing button. 2. Operate the switch to 4. Select Analog Clock , Digital Clock , select the Clock item. Then push the Calendar or Off by operating the button.
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3-71 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 6. The system will notify you that the 2. Operate the switch to 4. Select On or Off by operating the setting is complete. select the Bypass Screen item. Then switch. Then push the push the button.
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3-72 Instruments and controls/Multi function display switch, and confirm the setting by pushing the button. 2. Operate the switch to 4. Select the preferred language by select the Languages item. Then push operating the switch. Then button. push the button. 6.
3-73 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 6. The system will notify you that the 3. After the selection screen is displayed, 2. Operate the switch to setting is complete. operate the switch to show the select the Engine Oil item. Then push Maintenance item.
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3-74 Instruments and controls/Multi function display pushing the button. After exceeding 311 miles (500 km), _ _ _ _ will be displayed. Oil filter setting The setting procedure is the same as Engine oil setting 3-73, but select the Oil Filter item in step 2. Tires setting The setting procedure is the same as Engine oil setting...
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3-75 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 2. Operate the switch to 4. Select On or Off by operating the 6. The system will notify you that the select the On/Off item. Then push the switch. Then push the setting is complete. button.
3-76 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Driving history registration operating the switch. The items in the driving history can be registered. To change the items, operate switch, and then push the button. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
3-77 Instruments and controls/Multi function display directly without a notification. 8. The system will notify you that the registration is complete. Car settings The items in the car settings can be set. To change the items, operate the switch, and then push the button.
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3-78 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Keyless buzzer volume setting 3. Select a volume level by operating the 1. Perform the preparation steps accord- switch, and confirm the setting ing to Preparation for car settings 3-77. by pushing the button. Hazard warning flasher setting 1.
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3-79 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Then push the button. button. If the setting is not available, the following notification will be displayed. In this case, perform the setting procedure again. 3. The current setting will be displayed. 5. Select Set by operating the Push the button to enter the selection switch, and confirm the setting by pushing...
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3-80 Instruments and controls/Multi function display 2. Operate the switch to 4. Select the preferred setting by operat- 6. The system will notify you that the select the Defogger item. Then push the ing the switch. Then push the setting is complete. button.
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3-81 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Interior light off delay timer setting 3. The current setting will be displayed. 5. Select Set by operating the Push the button to enter the selection switch, and confirm the setting by pushing 1. Perform the preparation steps accord- ing to Preparation for car settings 3-77.
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3-82 Instruments and controls/Multi function display push the button. button. Auto light sensor sensitivity setting 3. The current setting will be displayed. 5. Select Set by operating the 1. Perform the preparation steps accord- Push the button to enter the selection switch, and confirm the setting by pushing ing to Preparation for car settings 3-77.
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3-83 Instruments and controls/Multi function display If the setting is not available, the following notification will be displayed. In this case, perform the setting procedure again. 2. Operate the switch to 2. Operate the switch to select the Keyless Access Setting item. select the Driver s Door Unlock item.
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3-84 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Rear gate unlock setting 1. Perform the preparation steps accord- ing to Preparation for keyless access settings 3-83. 4. Select the preferred setting by operat- 6. The system will notify you that the ing the switch.
3-85 Instruments and controls/Multi function display notification will be displayed. In this case, perform the setting procedure again. 3. The current setting will be displayed. 5. Select Set by operating the Push the button to enter the selection switch, and confirm the setting by pushing mode.
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3-86 Instruments and controls/Multi function display by operating the switch. 3. After the selection screen is displayed, 2. Operate the switch to operate the switch to show the select the Reset to Defaults item. Then 4. Confirm the setting by pushing the Initialize item.
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3-87 Instruments and controls/Multi function display Lifetime fuel consumption resetting 1. Perform the preparation steps accord- ing to Preparation for initialization 3. The system will prompt a Yes/No 5. Reconfirmation will be displayed. If dialogue ( No is selected first). To reset you are sure you want to proceed, select the lifetime fuel consumption, select Yes Yes by operating the...
3-88 Instruments and controls/Light control switch turned off when the key is removed from Light control switch the ignition switch. NOTE CAUTION The light control switch can be oper- . Use of any lights for a long period ated (except auto on/off headlights), of time while the engine is not even under the following conditions.
However, if any of the following The sensitivity of the auto on/off head- operations is done, the low beam head- lights can be changed by a SUBARU lights will turn off. dealer. Consult your SUBARU dealer . The doors are locked.
The sensor is on the instrument panel as To change from low beam to high beam, SUBARU dealer. Contact your SUBARU dealer shown in the illustration. push the turn signal lever forward. When for details.
3-91 Instruments and controls/Light control switch Headlight flasher Daytime running light system level, the high beam headlights that have illuminated at reduced brightness turn off, and the low beam headlights WARNING turn on alternatively. At this time, the instrument panel illumination, front The brightness of the illumination of the high beam headlights is reduced side marker lights, tail lights and...
The operational/non-operational setting of the one-touch lane changer s can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer for details. To activate the right turn signal, push the turn signal lever up. To activate the left...
3-93 Instruments and controls/Headlight beam leveler To darken, turn the control dial downward. Headlight beam leveler (if Fog light switch equipped) NOTE . When the control dial is turned fully Automatic headlight beam upward, the illumination brightness leveler (models with HID becomes the maximum and the auto- headlights) matic dimming function does not work...
3-94 Instruments and controls/Fog light switch . The fog light switch is in the Steering responsive fog position lights system (models with . The low beam mode is selected EyeSight system) The steering responsive fog lights system Steering responsive fog lights OFF automatically turns the front fog light on switch and off based on the steering angle and...
3-95 Instruments and controls/Wiper and washer . In freezing weather, be sure that Wiper and washer Steering responsive fog lights OFF indicator the rubber wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield or rear WARNING window before switching on the wipers.
3-96 Instruments and controls/Wiper and washer shield washer for at least 1 second so Windshield wiper and washer winter, use SUBARU Windshield that washer solution will be sprinkled Washer Fluid or the equivalent. switches all over the windshield or rear window.
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3-97 Instruments and controls/Wiper and washer NOTE For a single wipe of the wipers, push the Windshield washer lever up. The wipers operate until you release the lever. Wiper intermittent time control To wash the windshield, pull the wiper Windshield washer fluid warning light control lever toward you.
3-98 Instruments and controls/Wiper and washer Rear window wiper and Rear wiper washer switch To turn the rear wiper on, turn the knob switch upward. To turn the wiper off, return the knob switch to the position. With the switch turned to the posi- tion, the rear wiper will operate intermit- tently at intervals corresponding to the...
3-99 Instruments and controls/Mirrors This setting can be changed by a Outside mirrors Mirrors SUBARU dealer. Consult your SUBARU Convex mirror (passenger side) dealer for details. Always check that the inside and outside mirrors are properly adjusted before you CAUTION WARNING start driving.
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3-100 Instruments and controls/Defogger and deicer window defogger. Some models are also Defogger and deicer Remote control mirror switch equipped with an outside mirror defogger and/or windshield wiper deicer. The de- fogger and deicer system is activated only when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
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. If the windshield is covered with system to be set to continuous operation snow, remove the snow so that the mode by a SUBARU dealer. Consult your windshield wiper deicer works effec- SUBARU dealer for details. Also, for tively.
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3-102 Instruments and controls/Tilt/telescopic steering wheel Tilt/telescopic steering wheel Horn WARNING . Do not adjust the steering wheel tilt/telescopic position while driv- ing. This may cause loss of vehicle control and result in personal injury. . If the lever cannot be raised to the fixed position, adjust the steering wheel again.
Climate control Ventilator control..........Defrosting............4-11 Center and side ventilators ........Type A and B............. 4-11 Climate control panel.......... Type C............... 4-11 Type D............... 4-11 Type A ..............Operating tips for heater and air Type B ..............conditioner ............4-11 Type C ..............
Climate control/Ventilator control Ventilator control Center and side ventilators Side ventilators Open Close To adjust the flow direction, move the tab. Center ventilators Open To open or close the ventilator, turn the Close thumb-wheel up or down.
Climate control/Climate control panel Temperature control dial (Refer to Tem- Climate control panel perature control 4-9.) Air conditioner button (Refer to Air Type A conditioner control 4-10.) Fan speed control dial (Refer to Fan speed control 4-10.) Air inlet selection button (Refer to Air inlet selection 4-10.) Airflow mode selection dial (Refer to...
Climate control/Climate control panel Temperature control dial (Refer to Auto- Type B matic climate control operation (type B, C and D) 4-7 and/or Temperature con- trol 4-9.) Air conditioner button (Refer to Air conditioner control 4-10.) Fan speed control dial (Refer to Auto- matic climate control operation (type B, C and D) 4-7 and/or Fan speed control...
Climate control/Climate control panel Airflow mode selection dial (Refer to Type C Airflow mode selection 4-8.) Defroster button (Refer to Airflow mode selection 4-8.) Rear window defogger button (Refer to Defogger and deicer 3-100.) Fan speed control dial (Refer to Fan speed control 4-10.) Air conditioner button (Refer to Air...
Climate control/Climate control panel Temperature control dial (Refer to Auto- Type D matic climate control operation (type B, C and D) 4-7 and/or Temperature con- trol 4-9.) Defroster button (Refer to Airflow mode selection 4-8.) Rear window defogger button (Refer to Defogger and deicer 3-100.) DUAL mode button (Refer to...
Climate control/Automatic climate control operation (type B, C and D) set as follows. To turn off the climate control system, Automatic climate control . when the AUTO mode is selected: OFF press the OFF button. Then the air inlet operation (type B, C and D) selection will be set to OFF (outside air).
Climate control/Manual climate control operation Sensors properly and become damaged, the sys- Manual climate control op- tem may not be able to control the interior eration temperature correctly. To avoid damaging the sensors, observe the following pre- Airflow mode selection cautions.
Climate control/Manual climate control operation both side windows to prevent fogging.) and both side outlets of the instrument panel (Refer to Defrosting 4-11.) Temperature control Type A Turn the temperature control dial over a range from the blue side (cool) to red side (warm) to regulate the temperature of airflow from the air outlets.
When the DUAL mode is selected: be occurring in the electrical system. mately 328F (08C), the air conditioner Contact your SUBARU dealer for in- Turn the driver s side dial to set the compressor will stop operating. spection.
4-11 Climate control/Defrosting selection is automatically set to the Defrosting Operating tips for heater and outside air mode. air conditioner Type A and B For type A climate control system, in this state: Cleaning ventilation grille Select the mode by turning the You cannot stop the air condi- airflow mode selection dial to defrost or tioner compressor by pressing the...
SUBARU dealer. For replacement, use upgrade. only a genuine SUBARU air filter kit. Checking air conditioning Refrigerant for your climate CAUTION system before summer sea-...
4-13 Climate control/Air filtration system Replacing an air filter doing this, be careful not to damage the hinge. 1. Remove the glove box. NOTE We recommend that you take mea- sures to protect the center console with masking tape first, so that you avoid scratching the center console with the glove box.
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4-14 Climate control/Air filtration system 3. Replace the air filter element with a 4. Reinstall the glove box, and connect new one. the damper shaft. 5. Close the glove box. CAUTION The arrow mark on the filter must point UP.
Audio/Antenna Roof antenna (for Shark fin Antenna type) Roof antenna (for Rod type) CAUTION . Be sure to remove the antenna rod before entering garages, parking towers and other loca- tions with low ceilings. . Remove the antenna rod before washing your car at a car wash.
CAUTION . Some functions may not be avail- . Always consult your SUBARU able depending on the market and specifications of your vehicle. dealer before installing a citizen . The images shown in this Owner s band radio or other transmitting Manual are sample images.
ACC or ON position. . Power and audio controls: refer to Basic operation 5-18. . SUBARU STARLINK (if equipped): refer to SUBARU STARLINK 5-26. . Radio operation: refer to AM/FM radio 5-28. . Satellite radio operation (if equipped): refer to SiriusXM Satellite Radio 5-37.
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Audio/Audio set NOTE HD Radio Technology (if equipped) should be included as a feature in the base display audio set. This display audio set is referred to as follows. U . S . c u s t o m e r s : S U B A R U STARLINK 6.2 Multimedia...
Audio/Audio set STARLINK 7.0 Multimedia Plus audio set (U.S. spec. models The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON only, if equipped) position. For details about how to use the STARLINK 7.0 Multimedia Plus audio set, refer to the STARLINK 7.0 Multi- media Plus or STARLINK...
Audio/Audio set Tips for operating the audio/ from a station, the weaker its signal will be. In addition, reception conditions visual system Fading: AM broadcasts are reflected by change constantly as the vehicle moves. the upper atmosphere especially at CAUTION night.
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Audio/Audio set CD player and disc . This CD player is intended for use with 4.7 in. (12 cm) discs only. Audio CDs . Extremely high temperatures can keep the CD player from working. On hot days, use the air conditioning system to cool the inside of the vehicle before using the .
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Audio/Audio set CAUTION . Do not use special shaped, trans- parent/translucent, low quality or labeled discs such as those shown in the illustrations. The use of such discs may damage the player, or it may be impossi- ble to eject the disc. .
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5-10 Audio/Audio set lens of the unit. Made for . It may not be possible to play discs . iPod touch (5th generation)* . iPod touch (4th generation) recorded on a personal computer depend- ing on the application settings and the .
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5-11 Audio/Audio set Corresponding bit rates (Audio) and playback errors, use the appropriate File information file extension. Compatible compressed files (Audio) File type Bit rate (kbps) . This system can play only the first session when using multi-session compa- MP3 files: Item DISC 32 - 320...
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5-12 Audio/Audio set . M3u playlists are not compatible with ID3 tag the audio device. . This is a method of embedding track- . MP3i (MP3 interactive) and MP3PRO related information in an MP3 file. This formats are not compatible with the audio embedded information can include the device.
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5-13 Audio/Audio set . Level 2: The file name can have up to 31 characters (including the separation . AAC is short for Advanced Audio mark . and file extension). Each folder Coding and refers to an audio compres- must contain fewer than 8 hierarchies. sion technology standard used with MPEG2 and MPEG4.
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No audio file This indicates that there is no audio file in the connected iPod. Unplayable file This indicates that the accessed file cannot play back. NOTE If the malfunction is not rectified: Take your vehicle to your SUBARU dealer.
5-15 Audio/Audio set Basic information before use Touch screen gestures Operations are performed by touching the touch screen directly with your finger. WARNING Operation method Outline Main use When the vehicle is stopped with the engine running, always apply the parking brake for safety.
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5-16 Audio/Audio set Touch screen operation Entering letters and numbers/list Function screen operation This system is operated mainly by the Delete a character/number entered keys on the screen. into the window. Entering letters and numbers When a screen key is touched, a beep When entering the Bluetooth device name sounds.
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. When using the SUBARU STARLINK NOTE function (if equipped), the display screen . This unit does not support commer- may be different from the screen above.
5-18 Audio/Audio set only the first two connected devices Turning the system on and off Selecting an audio source will be recognized. 1. Press the AUDIO/TUNE knob. Basic operation This section describes some of the basic features of the audio/visual system. Some information may not pertain to your sys- tem.
Select to display the hands-free . When you push the AUDIO/TUNE settings 5-25. function using your cell phone. PHONE . SUBARU STARLINK settings (if knob while any screen other than the Refer to Hands-free phone audio control screen is displayed, the system 5-70.
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5-20 Audio/Audio set General settings Bluetooth settings Sound settings Touch the tab for the audio unit basic Touch the tab to set Bluetooth. Touch the tab to set the sound quality. settings. Item Function Item Function Item Function BT De- Balance/ Select to adjust speaker volume Select to pair/connect the Blue-...
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5-21 Audio/Audio set Refer to the following table for the adjustment range of each audio setting item and Item Function default value. Select to pick-up vocal sound Vocal Im- age Con- signal from the sound data, and Item Step Default adjust it to right/left or front/rear.
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5-22 Audio/Audio set . Volume Balance setting . Vocal image setting Balance/Fader 1. Select the Volume Balance Control 1. Select the Vocal Image Control key. A good balance of the left and right stereo key. channels and of the front and rear sound levels is important for good quality audio program listening.
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5-23 Audio/Audio set Speed Volume Control Graphic Equalizer The system adjusts to the optimum You can adjust the sound quality by volume and tone quality according to increasing/decreasing the gain for each vehicle speed to compensate for in- frequency range. creased vehicle noise.
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5-24 Audio/Audio set Sound Restorer You can play compressed audio data with a sound quality that is close to the original sound. Select the ON or OFF key by the right side key of the Sound Restorer key. Virtual Bass Vocal Image Control This function enables you to adjust the Refer to Balance/Fader...
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5-25 Audio/Audio set NOTE Display settings . When the screen is viewed through Touch the tab to set display. polarized sunglasses, a rainbow pat- tern may appear on the screen due to optical characteristics of the screen. If this is disruptive, please operate the screen without polarized sunglasses.
Bluetooth for Android devices. . For details about connecting an iPhone/iPod touch: Refer to Connect- ing and disconnecting a USB memory/ 3. Touch the SUBARU STARLINK key portable device 5-17. on the APPS screen. The disclaimer . For details about registering or con- screen or the error screen is displayed.
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. You can also switch to aha or . The error screen will be displayed Pandora (if equipped) from the APPS while using SUBARU STARLINK due to screen. one of the following possible reasons. When your smartphone has no...
5-28 Audio/Audio set AM/FM radio Function Control screen and audio panel Turn to adjust volume. Press to turn the audio system on/ off. Turn to step up/down frequencies. Turn to move up/down the list. Also, the knob can be used to enter selections on the list screens by pressing.
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5-29 Audio/Audio set . The radio automatically blends to an Selecting a station from the list (if HD Radio signal (if equipped) in AM or equipped) FM where available. A station list can be displayed. 1. Touch the tab. How to change the source Select the AM or FM key on the source select screen.
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5-30 Audio/Audio set displayed. on the screen. You can access a URL by Radio settings reading the QR code using a smartphone, You can perform various radio settings. etc. 1. Touch the tab. 2. Select the desired item from the Delete bookmark from the list following table.
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5-31 Audio/Audio set AM and FM broadcast sound quality is FM stations can provide additional digital- now crystal clear, with AM sound quality only audio programming on HD2/HD3 that virtually matches FM quality of the Channels. past, and FM broadcasts that have near Available HD Radio technology (if CD-level sound quality.
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5-32 Audio/Audio set . Turn on the power of the iPod if it is select the desired multicast channel. not turned on. . Once an iPod is connected, the NOTE music tag moves from the radio into . HD Radio stations can be preset.
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5-33 Audio/Audio set NOTE In addition, the following messages appear. . The tag information can not be Display Message Contents preserved while scanning or caching the radio station. If there is not enough memory in the digital Tag storage full .
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5-34 Audio/Audio set . Visual information related to content being played on your HD Radio receiver, such as Album Art, historical photographs, still art from live broadcasts, among other related content.
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5-35 Audio/Audio set Troubleshooting guide Experience Cause Action Mismatch of time alignment - a user may hear The radio stations analog and digital volume is None, radio broadcast issue. A user can contact a short period of programming replayed or an not properly aligned or the station is in ballgame the radio station.
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5-36 Audio/Audio set Experience Cause Action When the status is changed to acquiring digital When the system determined that the SPS data because the reception condition of SPS station could not be received while receiving The HD Channel is unavailable caution station has improved.
5-37 Audio/Audio set SiriusXM Satellite Radio (if Control screen and audio panel equipped) SiriusXM Data Service Data service information, which is com- prised of traffic information and weather information, can be received via the SiriusXM Radio. To receive the data service information in the vehicle, a subscription to the SiriusXM Satellite Radio service is necessary.
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5-38 Audio/Audio set Function Display the contents information of a channel receiving. Presets list (30 channels max.) is displayed. Refer to Presetting a channel 5-40. Categories list is displayed. Refer to Selecting a channel from the list 5-41. All channels list is displayed. The available received channels are displayed, and you can select a channel.
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5-39 Audio/Audio set . U.S. customers: How to subscribe to SiriusXM Sa- WARNING tellite Radio Visit www.siriusxm.com or call . SiriusXM Satellite Radio Services To listen to a satellite radio broadcast in 1-866-635-2349 Legal Disclaimers and Warn- the vehicle, a subscription to the SiriusXM .
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5-40 Audio/Audio set How to change the source NOTE XM and all related marks and logos Select the Sirius XM key on the source . SiriusXM Satellite Services are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio select screen. Refer to Selecting an audio Inc.
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5-41 Audio/Audio set Selecting a channel from the list In addition, the following messages appear. 1. The categories list is displayed via Display Message Contents either of the following procedures. . When you touch the tab in the An update to your SiriusXM subscription has Subscription Update been received by the SiriusXM tuner.
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5-42 Audio/Audio set SXM setting Direct Tune 1. An option menu screen is displayed 1. A channel input screen is displayed when you touch the tab on the lower when you touch the tab. left side of the screen. The Options screen will appear.
5-43 Audio/Audio set In this chapter, iPhone and iPod touch or Android devices will be referred to as a smartphone. WARNING Do not connect or operate the smartphone while driving. Doing so may result in loss of control of your vehicle and cause an accident or serious injury.
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5-44 Audio/Audio set Control screen and panel Function Select to display the nearby list. Control screen (main screen and station screen) Function Function The track pauses when pressed during playback and plays back when touched Select to display the audio source during pause.
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5-45 Audio/Audio set NOTE . For safety reasons, certain func- tions are not available while your vehicle is in motion. . In order to maximize signal recep- tion, performance and precision of the smartphone, please ensure the smart- phone is placed as close to the system as possible, while ensuring it is stowed and secure while driving.
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5-46 Audio/Audio set Outside wireless communication device. downloaded to your smartphone. . When connecting the device via . A current account with a wireless range, such as some countryside areas Bluetooth, the communication speed content service provider. may become slower than via USB. Where the wireless communica- .
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5-47 Audio/Audio set . For Android device users provider for additional information. About the supported devices . Ability of this product to access This system supports the following de- Android OS Specification Profile connected content is subject to change vices. without notice and could be affected by Bluetooth aha Con-...
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. Select the aha key on the APPS (http://www.aharadio.com) on the inter- net. screen. Refer to SUBARU STARLINK . The button display will vary depend- 5-26. Example of the main screen ing on each station or content item.
5-49 Audio/Audio set ® Pandora (if equipped) CAUTION Pandora is an application for a smart- . Do not leave your smartphone in phone. This can automatically select and the car. In particular, high tem- play recommended tracks. peratures inside the vehicle may By rating the track currently playing, tracks damage the smartphone.
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. Select the Pandora key on the APPS Press to select an audio source. Refer to Selecting an audio source 5-18. screen. Refer to SUBARU STARLINK 5-26. Press to display the sound setting screen. Refer to Unit settings 5-19.
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5-51 Audio/Audio set NOTE Station list Store the station When starting-up Pandora, there are You can select, add or delete a station. You can register a station. some smartphone models for which When the tab is touched on the main 1.
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5-52 Audio/Audio set Function Control screen and audio panel Press to display the sound setting screen. Refer to Unit settings Press to select a track/file. Press and hold to fast forward/re- wind. NOTE . Depending on the compression data format of the inserted CD, some keys may not be displayed on the screen.
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5-53 Audio/Audio set Loading a disc Unloading a disc Select play mode Press the eject button to remove the disc. The play mode settings display will appear CAUTION when play mode key is touched. Select the preferred play mode from the following Never try to disassemble the audio items.
5-54 Audio/Audio set USB memory Control screen and audio panel Audio files on the USB memory can be played. 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.
5-55 Audio/Audio set Connecting a USB device iPod 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.
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5-56 Audio/Audio set NOTE Control screen and audio panel . When an iPod is connected using a genuine USB cable, the iPod starts charging its battery. . When an iPod is connected and the audio source is changed to iPod mode, the iPod will resume playing from the same point it was last used.
5-57 Audio/Audio set iPod settings Bluetooth audio How to change the source You can choose the following items from The iPod operation screen can be The Bluetooth audio system enables the list screen after touching the reached by the following methods: users to enjoy listening to music that is on the screen.
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5-58 Audio/Audio set . Before using Bluetooth devices, Control screen and audio panel 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.
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5-59 Audio/Audio set NOTE . Bluetooth device information is re- How to change the source . Depending on the Bluetooth device gistered when the Bluetooth device is Select the BT Audio key on the source connected to the Bluetooth audio sys- that is connected to the system, the select screen.
5-60 Audio/Audio set Select play mode The play mode settings display will appear WARNING when play mode key is touched. Select the preferred play mode from the following Do not operate the player s controls items. or connect the portable audio device while driving.
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5-61 Audio/Audio set Control screen and audio panel Connecting a portable audio device You can connect a portable audio device to the vehicle AUX jack. Refer to Con- necting and disconnecting a USB mem- ory/portable device 5-17. How to change the source The AUX operation screen can be reached by the following methods: .
5-62 Audio/Steering switches for audio Steering switches for audio Some parts of the audio/visual system can be adjusted using the switches on the steering wheel. + − switch switch Mute/Enter switch List switch Back switch Source switch...
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5-63 Audio/Steering switches for audio . +/− switch Mode Operation Function Press Volume up/down Except list screen Press and hold Volume up/down continuously List screen Press Move cursor up/down + switch is thumb up/ − switch is thumb down Pandora main screen (if equipped) Press and hold switch Mode...
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Press Show list screen . Source switch Mode Operation Function Change audio modes Press NOTE In the aha, Pandora (if equipped) and SUBARU STARLINK (if equipped) mode, some operation may be done on the screen depend on the selected APPS.
5-65 ® Audio/Bluetooth settings ® Registering/connecting 3. Touch the tab and then the SET- Bluetooth settings ® TINGS screen will appear. 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...
5-66 ® Audio/Bluetooth settings . For details about operating the Blue- Bluetooth audio. tooth device, see the manual that 1. Display the BT Devices Connection comes with it. screen. Refer to Registering a Bluetooth . To cancel the registration, touch the phone for the first time 5-65.
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. For USA customers, please visit www.subaru.com for details. Outside of the USA customers, contact your local dealer to arrange a demonstration in order to confirm whether or not the device can be paired with the vehicle.
5-68 ® Audio/Bluetooth settings Setting Bluetooth details tooth is set to off or when the connec- Function tion cannot be made with the device. BT Devices Connection screen This shows the status of the device connection profile. (The icon illuminates 1.
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Set key. Display the Bluetooth device name of In-Car-Device setting screen the in-vehicle equipment. The default name is SUBARU BT , which can be NOTE The Bluetooth settings can be confirmed changed by selecting it and entering and changed.
5-70 Audio/Hands free phone system . When using the hands free function . Before using Bluetooth devices, Hands-free phone system and other Bluetooth functions at the users of any electrical medical same time, the following problems may device other than implantable The hands-free system enables calls to be occur: cardiac pacemakers, cardiac re-...
5-71 Audio/Hands free phone system pointed towards the microphone. Control screen Function The sound of the air conditioning Open the Incoming Calls screen. fan is loud. Refer to By incoming calls 5-73. There is a negative effect on Open the Outgoing Calls screen. sound quality due to the phone Refer to By outgoing calls 5-74.
5-72 Audio/Hands free phone system . Microphone Registering/connecting a Using the phone switch/mi- Bluetooth phone crophone The microphone is used when talking on the phone. . Steering switch To use the hands-free system for cell phones, it is necessary to register a cell By pressing the steering switch, a call can phone with the system.
5-73 Audio/Hands free phone system How to change the hands- By incoming calls Item Function free phone system On the phone (menu) screen, select the Display the history of incoming Incoming Incoming Calls key to open the Incom- The phone (menu) screen can be used to calls.
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5-74 Audio/Hands free phone system When you select an item in the history list When you select an item in the history list By outgoing calls on the Incoming Calls screen, the out- on the Outgoing Calls screen, the out- On the phone (menu) screen, select the going call screen opens.
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5-75 Audio/Hands free phone system contact data. Delete contacts Function When the Delete All key is selected, all Open a list of contacts that starts with contact data downloaded into the in- the selected character. This key is cross-hatched and cannot be se- vehicle equipment will be deleted.
5-76 Audio/Hands free phone system . The , and keys are disabled Outgoing screen Function on the outgoing call screen. Switch the screen to the phone (menu) screen. Receiving a call Open the Outgoing Calls screen and Incoming calls dials the entered phone number. This is the same as pressing the off hook When a call is received, the incoming call switch on the steering wheel.
5-77 Audio/Hands free phone system 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 on the steering wheel.
5-78 Audio/Hands free phone system by operating the cell phone directly. Phone volume settings Function . Transferring methods and opera- The call and ringtone volume can be Open the Options screen. Refer to tions will be different depending on adjusted. A ringtone can be selected. Phone volume settings 5-78.
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5-79 Audio/Hands free phone system NOTE system 5-73. Function . If your cell phone is neither PBAP 2. Touch the Contacts key, and then Adjust the ringtone volume. The − select the Download Contacts key. nor OPP compatible, the contacts can- key lowers the volume, and the + not be transferred.
5-80 Audio/Voice command system NOTE For PBAP incompatible but OPP Voice command system . Manual transfer operation cannot be compatible Bluetooth phones performed while driving. 1. Select the Download 1 Entry key. The voice command system enables the . If your cell phone is neither PBAP audio, hands-free phone system, etc.
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5-81 Audio/Voice command system . In the following conditions, the sys- Action Function tem may not recognize the command Start the voice com- properly and using voice commands Press mand system. may not be possible: Cancel voice recogni- The command is incorrect or Press and hold tion.
5-82 Audio/Voice command system Voice command system op- steering wheel and try again. . The notations used in the com- eration mands are as follows. 1. Press the talk switch on the steering < >: Numbers, titles or names to wheel.
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5-83 Audio/Voice command system Yes or No . 4. Say Dial or press the off hook switch Casual speech recognization . When the system recognizes multi- on the steering wheel. Due to natural language speech recogni- ple names from the contacts list, a tion technology, this system enables re- name candidate list will be displayed NOTE...
5-84 Audio/Voice command system Command list Basic command Commands for changing the audio mode Recognizable voice commands and their Voice command Function actions are shown below. Voice command Function Go back one hierar- NOTE chy or cancel the Change to AM Switch to AM mode .
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5-85 Audio/Voice command system Commands for Pandora Commands for hands-free phone Commands for AM/FM control Voice command Function Voice command Function Voice command Function Like Mark Like flag Dial Number <0-9, Tunes in the higher Seek Up +, *, #> Change frequency direction Dislike...
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5-86 Audio/Voice command system Commands for MP3/WMA/AAC, Commands for SiriusXM radio con- Commands for iPod Control USB control trol Voice command Function Voice command Function Voice command Function Track Up Select the next track Track Up Select the next track Designate the preset Select the current Preset <preset num-...
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5-87 Audio/Voice command system Commands for Bluetooth audio control Voice command Function Pause Pause play Track Up Select the next track Select the current Track Down track Repeat 1 track Repeat, Repeat All, Select a repeat mode Group Repeat 1 Track Repeat Repeat single track Repeat All Repeat all tracks...
Cell This phone system For USA customers, please visit www.subaru.com for details. Outside of the The connected device may not be a USA customers, contact your local dealer to compatible Bluetooth cell phone. arrange a demonstration in order to confirm...
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5-89 Audio/What to do if... When registering/connecting a cell phone Page Symptom Likely cause Solution Cell This phone system An incorrect passcode was entered Enter the correct passcode on the cell phone. on the cell phone. The registration operation has not Complete the registration operation on the cell been completed on the cell phone A cell phone cannot be registered.
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This phone system For USA customers, please visit www.subaru.com for details. Outside of the The profile version of the connected cell USA customers, contact your local dealer to phone may not be compatible with arrange a demonstration in order to confirm Phonebook data cannot be trans- transferring phonebook data.
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5-91 Audio/What to do if... In other situations Page Symptom Likely cause Solution Cell This phone system The cell phone is not close enough to Bring the cell phone closer to this system. this system. Turn the cell phone off, remove and reinstall the battery pack, and then restart the cell phone.
5-92 Audio/Appendix http://www.clarion.com/us/en/support/in- Appendix dex.html Certification . iPod Certification for the Hands- . Bluetooth free system Made for iPod and Made for iPhone The Bluetooth word mark and logo are This device complies with Part 15 of FCC mean that an electronic accessory has registered trademarks of Bluetooth SIG, Rules and Industry Canada s licence- been designed to connect specifically to...
5-93 Audio/Appendix very low levels of RF energy that it Certification for Mexico mod- deemed to comply without maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE). . IFETEL RCPCLPF14-253 Clarion PF-3755 Cet équipement est conforme aux limites . IFETEL RCPCLPF14-253 d exposition aux rayonnements énoncées pour un environnement non contrôlé...
Interior equipment/Interior lights . The doors or the rear gate are un- Dome light Interior lights locked using the remote keyless entry transmitter. . The ignition switch is turned from the CAUTION ACC position to the LOCK / OFF posi- When leaving your vehicle, make tion.
Interior equipment/Interior lights NOTE Map lights OFF delay timer For the type A map lights, although the The following lights have an automatic light switches are in the ON position, illumination function. the lights are automatically turned off . dome light after approximately 30 seconds of .
Interior equipment/Sun visors be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Con- Sun visor extension plate Sun visors tact your SUBARU dealer for details. For (models with the EyeSight models with multi function display, the system) setting can be changed by operating the multi function display.
Interior equipment/Storage compartment Vanity mirror 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 temporarily blinded by the reduce the risk of injury in the glare of bright light.
Interior equipment/Storage compartment NOTE Glove box The mechanical key is directional. If the key cannot be inserted, change the direction that the grooved side is facing and insert it again. Center console The center console box provides a sto- rage space. For some models, the armrest is adjus- table.
Interior equipment/Cup holders Cup holders Bottle holders CAUTION CAUTION . Do not pick up a cup from the cup . Do not pick up a bottle from the holder or put a cup in the holder bottle holder or put a bottle in the while you are driving, as this may holder while you are driving, as distract you and lead to an...
Interior equipment/Accessory power outlets trim can be used to hold beverage bottles below the climate control dials and in the Accessory power outlets and other items. center console. Electrical power (12V DC) from the battery is available at any of the outlets when the ignition switch is in either the ACC or ON position.
Interior equipment/Accessory power outlets available from your SUBARU dealer. appliance that can be connected do, do not use the electrical is 120W. Do not use an appliance appliance while driving. The cigarette lighter operates only when which exceeds the indicated wat- the ignition switch is in the ON or ACC tage for each outlet.
6-10 Interior equipment/Ashtray (dealer option) Ashtray (dealer option) phone, that may damage the portion of the socket s internal mechanism that causes a cigar- CAUTION ette lighter plug to pop out after its lighter element is heated. Therefore, do not place a cigar- Observe the following precautions.
. Be sure to use a genuine SUBARU floor mat or an equiva- lent designed with grommets in the correct locations. . Make sure that the driver s floor mat is placed in its proper loca- tion and is correctly secured on its retaining pins.
6-12 Interior equipment/Shopping bag hook Shopping bag hook Cargo area cover (if WARNING equipped) Obey the following instructions. CAUTION . Do not hang coat hangers or The cargo area cover is provided for other hard or pointed objects on covering the cargo area and to protect its Do not hang items on the shopping the coat hooks.
6-13 Interior equipment/Cargo area cover To remove the cover housing Stowage of the cargo area WARNING cover 1. Rewind the cover. Do not place anything on the ex- The cargo area cover can be stowed in tended cover. Putting excessive under the cargo floor.
6-14 Interior equipment/Cargo tie down hooks 2. Stow the cover housing in the cargo To install the cover housing Cargo tie-down hooks (if area end. equipped) 1. Shorten the cover housing. 3. Put the cargo floor board back while 2. Insert both ends of the cover housing hanging two retaining straps on the hooks The cargo area is equipped with two or into the recesses of the retainers.
. When replacing the fuse, be sure Contact your SUBARU dealer to use a fuse with the specified for an inspection. Continued use rating. Use of a fuse with a...
NOTE lens may develop vertical lines around . For models with the genuine the light source. This is not a malfunc- SUBARU navigation system or audio tion. system, while the navigation system is . Under fluorescent light, the display activated, the image of the rear view may flicker.
6-17 Interior equipment/Rear view camera Viewing range on the screen Also, the image from the rear view camera looks shorter than the actual distance. CAUTION The range that can be viewed with the rear view camera is limited. Always be sure to check with your eyes when moving backward and proceed slowly.
6-18 Interior equipment/Rear view camera wide projection on its upper part such as a the help lines together with the rear view displayed. sign pole behind the vehicle, the projec- image. Difference between screen image tion cannot be seen on the screen. and actual road CAUTION Help line...
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6-19 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 3 feet (1 m) line 10 feet (3 m) line 3 feet (1 m) 3 feet (1 m) The distance marker shows the distance The distance on the screen looks farther...
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Starting and operating Service mode (models without keyless access Fuel ..............with push-button start system ) ....... 7-19 Fuel requirements ..........Remote transmitter program (models without Fuel filler lid and cap........... keyless access with push-button start State emission testing (U.S. only)...... system )............
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Starting and operating Vehicle Dynamics Control system monitor ..7-36 To temporarily cancel the cruise control ..... 7-45 Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch....7-36 To turn off the cruise control......7-46 Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) To change the cruising speed ......7-46 (U.S.-spec.
Contact your emission control system working any other state than California, your your SUBARU dealer if you use a fuel with properly, and is a way of doing your part vehicle will operate on gasoline meeting the specified octane rating and your for cleaner air.
. Fuel system damage or driveability now producing reformulated gasolines, which are designed to reduce vehicle problems which result from the use of emissions. SUBARU approves the use of improper fuel are not covered under the reformulated gasoline. SUBARU Limited Warranty.
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Starting and operating/Fuel Refueling firmly and turn it slowly to the Only one person should be involved in left. Do not remove the cap refueling. Do not allow others to approach quickly. Fuel may be under pres- the area of the vehicle near the fuel filler sure and spray out of the fuel pipe while refueling is in progress.
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SUBARU Limited Warranty. fuel nozzle activates. If you con- gauge. This indicates that the fuel filler . Always use a genuine SUBARU tinue to add fuel, temperature door (lid) is located on the right side of changes or other conditions fuel filler cap.
. Owners of rejected or failing vehicles bia have implemented emission inspec- service station in advance not to should contact their SUBARU Dealer for tion of the OBDII system. place your SUBARU AWD vehicle service.
2. Check the appearance and condition testing program. When properly used, this of the tires. Also check tires for proper equipment should not damage a SUBARU NOTE inflation. AWD vehicle. . Engine oil, engine coolant, brake 3.
Starting and operating/Starting and stopping the engine (models without push button start system) the headlights, air conditioner and rear Starting and stopping the CAUTION window defogger are turned off. engine (models without . If the engine is stopped during push-button start system) Starting engine driving, the catalyst may over- heat and burn.
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(4) If the engine still does not start, ignition switch to the START position Warning and indicator lights 3-13. contact your nearest SUBARU dealer while depressing the accelerator pedal for assistance. 5. Turn the ignition switch to the START slightly (approximately a quarter of the position without depressing the accelera- 6.
The ignition switch should be turned off (4) If the engine still refuses to start, only when the vehicle is stopped and the start system) contact your nearest SUBARU dealer engine is idling. for assistance. Safety precautions 6. Confirm that all warning and indicator...
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10 seconds flashing in orange, there may be a malfunction with the vehicle. and after starting the engine, the starter Contact a SUBARU dealer imme- stops automatically. . When the push-button ignition diately. switch is pressed while depressing .
3. Press the push-button ignition switch. SUBARU dealer immediately. NOTE The engine will stop, and the power will be . While pressing the select lever but- switched off.
7-14 Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option) you to start the engine from outside the Models with keyless access Remote engine start system vehicle. In addition, the remote engine with push-button start sys- (dealer option) start system can activate the heater or air conditioner, providing you with a comfor- NOTE table cabin upon entry.
3. After step 2, immediately press and automatically stops, contact your NOTE hold the lock button. The hazard warning SUBARU dealer. However, local laws flashers then flash three times, and the All vehicle doors (including rear gate) and regulations may prohibit changing horn will honk once.
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7-16 Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option) operating range of the system and the start system will power off and then . The security alarm is triggered start request is received, the following attempt to start the engine 3 additional phenomena will occur.
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7-17 Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option) Remote start operation - fob con- firmation Your remote engine starter fob is a bidirectional transceiver that can confirm system operation with several different visual and audible indications. The fob s LED-backlit button and internal piezo buzzer will indicate status of the system using the following flash and beep se-...
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7-18 Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option) Fob Indication Precondition Meaning Flash Beep Continuous while button is Fob start button is being pressed The fob is transmitting an RF signal held down 1 flash 1 beep Engine start request received 2 flashes 2 beeps Engine started successfully...
7-19 Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option) Entering the vehicle while it Entering the vehicle follow- 3. Depress and hold the brake pedal is running via remote start ing remote engine start shut- 4. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position down 1.
7-20 Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option) . There is a danger of explosion if ing to the following procedure. or after 2 minutes. an incorrect replacement battery 1. Open the driver s door (the driver s System maintenance is used.
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7-21 Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option) ference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, in- cluding interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not ex- pressly approved by the party respon- sible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equip- ment and void warranty.
7-22 Starting and operating/Manual transmission Shifting speeds Manual transmission WARNING Recommended shifting speeds . Do not drive the vehicle with the The best compromise between fuel econ- clutch disengaged (i.e., when the omy and vehicle performance during clutch pedal is depressed) or normal driving is ensured by shifting up with the shift lever in the neutral at the speeds listed in the following table.
7-23 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission mph (km/h) Driving tips Continuously variable trans- Gear Crosstrek models mission Do not drive with your foot resting on the 28 (46) clutch pedal and do not use the clutch to 53 (86) hold your vehicle at a standstill on an WARNING 78 (126) upgrade.
7-24 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission . The continuously variable transmis- driveability. The gearshift timing will transmission fluid to overheat. automatically shift to the normal timing sion is a chain type system that . Never move the vehicle rearward after the engine has warmed up. provides superior transmission effi- by inertia with the select lever set .
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7-25 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission transmission is mechanically locked to the vehicle will roll freely, even on the prevent the vehicle from rolling freely. slightest incline unless the parking brake or foot brake is applied. When you park the vehicle, first apply the parking brake firmly, then shift into the P Avoid coasting with the transmission in position.
7-26 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission you require. Also, while driving up and Selection of manual mode down a hill, the transmission assists and controls the driving performance and engine braking while corresponding to the road grade. When more acceleration is required in D position, depress the accelerator pedal fully to the floor and hold that position.
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7-27 Starting and operating/Continuously variable transmission NOTE signals), the downshift indicator turns off. Please read the following points care- Gearshifts can be performed using the fully and bear them in mind when using shift paddle behind the steering wheel. the manual mode. .
LOCK / system) may be malfunctioning. Contact a lock cover. OFF position. SUBARU dealer for an inspection as soon as possible. If the select lever does not move after performing the above procedure, refer to...
Type A lever. If the select lever does not move after performing the above procedure, the shift lock system may be malfunctioning. Con- tact a SUBARU dealer for an inspection as soon as possible. Type B CONTINUED...
Drive carefully to assist limitation to occur too fre- the brake pedal to heat up the brakes. the nearest SUBARU dealer and quently, this may result in a malfunc- Use of engine braking have the vehicle inspected immedi- tion of the power steering control ately.
7-32 Starting and operating/ABS (Anti lock Brake System) caused by an automatic functional test of ABS (Anti-lock Brake Sys- following distance from other the ABS being carried out and does not vehicles. tem) indicate a malfunction. . When driving on badly surfaced roads, gravel roads, icy roads, or The ABS prevents the lock-up of wheels ABS warning light...
4. Release the parking brake. Even if both warning lights turn off: The EBD system may be malfunctioning. Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected. If both warning lights illuminate again Type B...
MIN mark, the EBD system may be the speed of the vehicle should malfunctioning. Drive carefully to the be reduced considerably. Always use the utmost care in nearest SUBARU dealer and have the . Whenever suspension compo- driving overconfidence because system inspected.
7-35 Starting and operating/Vehicle Dynamics Control system maintain traction and directional control. The brake pedal seems to jolt spare tire, the effectiveness of when driving off after starting the the Vehicle Dynamics Control . Traction Control Function engine. system is reduced and this The traction control function is designed to .
7-36 Starting and operating/Vehicle Dynamics Control system Vehicle Dynamics Control Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch as necessary. system monitor . a standing start on a steeply sloping Refer to Vehicle Dynamics Control warn- road with a snowy, gravel-covered, or ing light/Vehicle Dynamics Control opera- otherwise slippery surface tion indicator light 3-24 and Vehicle...
7-37 Starting and operating/Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (U.S. spec. models) above-mentioned situations. namics Control operation indicator Tire pressure monitoring light flashes. system (TPMS) (U.S.-spec. NOTE models) . When the switch has been pressed to deactivate the Vehicle Dynamics Control system, the Vehicle Dynamics Control system automatically reacti- vates itself the next time the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK / OFF...
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(32 km/h) to start the TPMS lant is used, contact your nearest perform the following procedure. rechecking of the tire inflation SUBARU dealer or other qualified Otherwise, an accident involving pressures. If the tire pressures service shop as soon as possi-...
7-39 Starting and operating/Parking your vehicle Parking your vehicle dealer to have the system in- CAUTION spected. Parking brake Never drive while the parking brake is set because this will cause un- To set the parking brake, depress the CAUTION necessary wear on the brake lin- brake pedal firmly and hold it down until ings.
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7-40 Starting and operating/Parking your vehicle blocks and other obstructions on WARNING the ground when parking. The . Never leave unattended children underspoilers could be damaged by contact with them. or pets in the vehicle. They could accidentally injure themselves or .
7-41 Starting and operating/Hill start assist system ditions. Hill start assist system . when the clutch pedal is depressed while the brake pedal is also depressed WARNING (MT models) . when the vehicle has stopped with the . The Hill start assist system is a brake pedal depressed (CVT models) device only for helping the driver to START the vehicle on an uphill...
7-42 Starting and operating/Hill start assist system Hill start assist OFF indicator light is To activate/deactivate the Hill illuminated start assist system When using the Hill start assist system, a CAUTION braking effect may be felt even after the brake pedal has been released. However, While the Hill start assist system is for MT models, this braking effect should deactivated, when starting on an...
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7-43 Starting and operating/Hill start assist system warning light turns off. (3) The Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator light turns off. (4) The ABS warning light turns off. Type A Hill start assist OFF indicator light (type A) Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch 5.
7-44 Starting and operating/Cruise control assist OFF indicator light blinks. To set cruise control Cruise control (if equipped) 8. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK / OFF position. The hill start assist system NOTE has now been deactivated. For models with EyeSight system: Refer to the Owner s Manual supple- NOTE ment for the EyeSight system.
7-45 Starting and operating/Cruise control SET side and release it. Then release meter. the accelerator pedal. The vehicle will maintain the desired speed. Vehicle speed can be temporarily in- creased while driving with the cruise control activated. Simply depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehi- cle.
7-46 Starting and operating/Cruise control only). km/h) or more, press the RES/SET To change the cruising speed switch to the RES side to return to the To increase the speed (by the RES/ WARNING original cruising speed automatically. SET switch) The cruise control set indicator light in the For CVT models, you can cancel the combination meter will automatically illu-...
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7-47 Starting and operating/Cruise control NOTE Except U.S.-spec. models To decrease the speed (by the . U.S.-spec. models When the difference between the actual RES/SET switch) vehicle speed and the set speed is small, If the difference between the actual the set speed can be increased 1 km/h vehicle speed when the switch is each time by pressing the RES/SET...
7-48 Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA time by pressing the RES/SET switch to desired speed, press the RES/SET BSD/RCTA (if equipped) the SET side quickly. switch to the SET side once. Now the desired speed is set and the vehicle will The BSD/RCTA consists of rear radar with NOTE keep running at that speed without de- Blind Spot Detection and Rear Cross...
7-49 Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA Lane Change Assist (LCA) may be delayed or it may not Blind Spot Detection (BSD) operate at all even when a vehicle is present in a neighboring lane or approaching from either side. The driver is responsible for paying attention to the rear and side areas of the vehicle.
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7-50 Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA Limitations of the detectability of Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) the surroundings with your eyes RCTA when reversing the vehicle. Since the detectability of RCTA is limited, the RCTA may not operate properly in parking areas in which the parking spaces are drawn diagonally to the driving lanes.
RCTA warning indicator will appear. prolonged period of time, have the The BSD/RCTA will operate when all of system inspected at a SUBARU dealer the following conditions are met. When the radar sensor becomes . The ignition switch is in the ON as soon as possible.
7-52 Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA with a low body height such as BSD/RCTA approach indica- tected. sports cars or a trailer with no tor light/warning buzzer The indicator light will flash to warn the cargo) driver of dangers under the following While the BSD/RCTA is active, the follow- Vehicles that are not approach- conditions.
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7-53 Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA illumination brightness control dial, When several narrowly-spaced ve- refer to Illumination brightness con- hicles are approaching in a row trol 3-92. In low radius bends (tight bends or when making turns at an intersection) BSD/RCTA approach warning buz- When there is a difference in height zer (only when reversing) between your lane and the neighbor-...
At first, this message will appear Then this message will appear This indicator appears when a malfunction occurs in the system. Contact a SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected. System temporary stop indicator System temporary stop indicator due to...
7-55 Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA BSD/RCTA OFF switch nation meter, and the BSD/RCTA is terminal or fuse replacement, after the deactivated. battery is reconnected, the BSD/RCTA will be activated. Press the switch again to activate the BSD/RCTA. The BSD/RCTA OFF indica- tor will disappear.
If any strong shock is applied to the bumper, be sure to contact your SUBARU dealer for inspection. . Do not disassemble the radar sensors.
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7-57 Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA NOTE If the radar sensors require repair or replacement, or the bumper area around the radar sensors requires repair, paintwork or replacement, con- tact your SUBARU dealer for assis- tance.
Driving tips Tire chains ............8-11 New vehicle break-in driving the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) ........Rocking the vehicle ........... 8-11 Loading your vehicle......... 8-12 Fuel economy hints ..........Vehicle capacity weight........8-13 Engine exhaust gas (carbon monoxide).... GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Catalytic converter ..........
Driving tips/New vehicle break in driving the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) New vehicle break-in driving Fuel economy hints Engine exhaust gas (carbon the first 1,000 miles (1,600 monoxide) The following suggestions will help to save fuel. WARNING . Select the proper gear position for the The performance and long life of your speed and road conditions.
Catalytic converter exhaust fumes are entering the your vehicle checked and repaired by an vehicle, have the problem authorized SUBARU dealer. checked and corrected as soon . Do not apply undercoating or rust as possible. If you must drive under these conditions, drive prevention treatment to the heat shield of only with all windows fully open.
Driving tips/Periodic inspections Periodic inspections Driving in foreign countries Driving tips for AWD models To keep your vehicle in the best condition When planning to use your vehicle in WARNING at all times, always have the recom- another country: . Confirm the availability of the correct mended maintenance services listed in .
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By shifting power between the front and and it can lead to an accident. rear wheels, SUBARU AWD can also provide added traction during acceleration and added engine braking force during CAUTION deceleration.
But please keep in mind that an AWD lead to a serious accident. . Slow down and employ extra caution at SUBARU is a passenger car and is all times. When driving off-road, you will neither a conventional off-road vehicle...
Driving tips/Off road driving . If you must rock the vehicle to free it wheel and injure your hands. Instead, road driving. Suspension components are drive with your fingers and thumbs on from sand or mud, depress the accelerator particularly prone to dirt buildup, so they the outside of the rim.
Driving tips/Winter driving the vehicle. Winter driving CAUTION SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid con- . Adjust the washer fluid concen- Operation during cold tains 58.5% methyl alcohol and 41.5% weather surfactant, by volume. Its freezing tem- tration appropriately for the out- perature varies according to how much it side temperature.
When the vehicle has been left accumulated under the fenders to avoid parked after use on roads If your SUBARU is not going to be used making steering difficult. During severe heavily covered with snow for an extended period, it is best to have...
8-10 Driving tips/Winter driving deicer, use it. It is helpful to thaw the WARNING CAUTION windshield rubber wiper blades. Refer to Defogger and deicer 3-100. Do not use the cruise control on During high-speed driving, non- . To thaw the rear rubber wiper blades, slippery roads such as snowy or icy freezing type wiper blades may not use the rear window defogger.
8-11 Driving tips/Winter driving NOTE designed to provide an adequate measure (g) Brand (tread pattern) of traction, handling and braking perfor- When tire chains cannot be used, use (h) Degrees of wear mance in year-round driving. In winter, it of another type of traction device (such For the items (a) to (d), you must may be possible to enhance performance as spring chains) may be acceptable if...
8-12 Driving tips/Loading your vehicle engine. For the best possible traction, Loading your vehicle WARNING avoid spinning the wheels when trying to free the vehicle. . When you carry something inside WARNING When the road surface is extremely the vehicle, secure it whenever slippery, you can obtain better traction by you can to prevent it from being .
8-13 Driving tips/Loading your vehicle GVWR and GAWR (Gross CAUTION Vehicle Weight Rating and Do not carry spray cans, containers Gross Axle Weight Rating) with flammable or corrosive liquids or any other dangerous items inside the vehicle. NOTE For better fuel economy, do not carry unneeded cargo.
8-14 Driving tips/Loading your vehicle assembly) plus the vehicle capacity Roof rail CAUTION weight. . When using a carrying attach- In addition, the total weight applied to ment, make sure that the total each axle (GAW) must never exceed the carrying load of the cargo, cross- GAWR.
If the ball mount comes off trailer hitch. Consult a SUBARU the hitch receiver, the trailer dealer for purchase of a standard could get loose and create a...
8-16 Driving tips/Trailer hitch (dealer option) Connecting a trailer receiver tube. maximum gross weight. The chains should cross under the trailer tongue to 2. Insert the hitch pin into the hole prevent the tongue from dropping onto the located on the hitch receiver tube so that ground in case it should disconnect from the pin passes through the ball mount.
(en- tion of your vehicle. Seek the advice of gine, transmission, differential, wheel your SUBARU dealer to assist you in receiver tube and insert the receiver cover bearings, etc.) for the first 1,000 miles purchasing a hitch and other necessary onto the hitch receiver tube.
8-18 Driving tips/Trailer towing Maximum load limits Total trailer weight WARNING Never exceed the maximum load limits explained in the following. Exceeding the maximum load limits could cause personal injury and/or vehicle damage. CAUTION . Adequate size trailer brakes are required when the trailer and its Total trailer weight cargo exceed 1,000 lbs (453 kg)
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8-19 Driving tips/Trailer towing Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) and Conditions Maximum total trailer weight Gross Vehicle Weight Rating When towing a trailer without brakes. 1,000 lbs (453 kg) (GVWR) When towing a trailer with brakes. 1,500 lbs (680 kg) 750 lbs (340 kg) When towing a trailer on a long uphill grade continuously for over 5 miles (8 km) with an outside temperature of 1048F (408C) or above.
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200 lbs (90 kg). cle. The front and rear GAWR of your vehicle that is given by SUBARU are also shown on the certification label located at the bottom of driver s side door pillar.
8-21 Driving tips/Trailer towing the rear axle of the towing vehicle. This may cause the rear wheels to skid, especially during braking or when vehicle speed is reduced dur- ing cornering, resulting in over- steer, spin out and/or jackknifing. Trailer Hitches WARNING Never drill the frame or under-body Jack...
Your Allow sufficient slack in the chains taking SUBARU s brake system is not designed tight turn situations into account; however, Do not use a trailer hitch other than to be tapped into the trailer s hydraulic be careful not to let them drag on the genuine SUBARU trailer hitch.
SUBARU dealer. Check for proper getting a flat tire, be sure that the spare . When parking on a steep slope operation of the turn signals and the brake tire is firmly secured.
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If swaying occurs, firmly the trailer and have repairs performed the side mirrors provide a good grip the steering wheel and promptly begin immediately by your nearest SUBARU rearward field of view without a sig- decelerating your vehicle at a gradual dealer.
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8-25 Driving tips/Trailer towing Driving on grades models) 3-19 . Before going down a steep hill, slow . For CVT models, avoid using the down and shift into lower gear (if neces- accelerator pedal to stay stationary on sary, use 1st gear) in order to utilize the an uphill slope instead of using the engine braking effect and prevent over- parking brake or foot brake.
In case of emergency If no steam is coming from the engine If you park your vehicle in case of an compartment ........... 9-12 emergency ............Towing ..............9-13 Temporary spare tire........... Towing hooks and tie-down hooks/holes .... 9-13 Maintenance tools ..........Using a flat-bed truck.........
This indicates the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) is un- able to monitor all four road wheels. Contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible for tire and sensor replacement and/ or system resetting. Models with multi function display...
In case of emergency/Maintenance tools Maintenance tools CAUTION Never use any temporary spare tire Your vehicle is equipped with the following other than the original. Using other maintenance tools. sizes may result in severe mechan- . Jack ical damage to the drive train of your .
In case of emergency/Maintenance tools Tool locations Using the jack 1. Park on a hard, level surface, when- ever possible, then stop the engine. 2. Apply the parking brake securely and shift the shift lever in reverse (MT models) or the select lever to the P (Park) position (CVT models).
In case of emergency/Flat tires Flat tires If you have a flat tire while driving, never brake suddenly; keep driving straight ahead while gradually reducing speed. Then slowly pull off the road to a safe place. Changing a flat tire WARNING .
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In case of emergency/Flat tires NOTE accident. Make sure that the jack is well lubri- cated before using it. 1. Park on a hard, level surface, when- ever possible, then stop the engine. 2. Apply the parking brake securely and shift the shift lever in reverse (MT models) or the select lever to the P (Park) position (CVT models).
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In case of emergency/Flat tires 8. Loosen the wheel nuts using the wheel Turn the jackscrew by hand until the jack nut wrench but do not remove the nuts. head engages firmly into the jack-up point. Jack-up points 10. Insert the jack handle into the jack- screw, and turn the handle until the tire 9.
In case of emergency/Flat tires torque checked at the nearest automotive WARNING WARNING service facility. Do not use oil or grease on the Never place a tire or tire changing wheel studs or nuts when the spare tools in the passenger compartment tire is installed.
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Also, this system may not react immedi- SUBARU dealer to have the sys- possible. ately to a sudden drop in tire pressure (for tem inspected.
9-10 In case of emergency/Jump starting How to jump start Jump starting eye protectors, and remove metal objects such as rings, bands or 1. Make sure the booster battery is 12 other metal jewelry. volts and the negative terminal is WARNING .
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9-11 In case of emergency/Jump starting (1) Connect one jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal on the discharged battery. (2) Connect the other end of the jumper cable to the positive (+) term- inal of the booster battery. (3) Connect one end of the other cable to the negative (−) terminal of the booster battery.
LOW mark, add coolant up to the FULL OFF position and get everyone away mark. from the vehicle until it cools down. . Contact an authorized SUBARU deal- NOTE For details about how to check the coolant level or how to add coolant, refer to Engine coolant 11-11.
If towing is necessary, it is best done by The towing hooks should be used only in your SUBARU dealer or a commercial an emergency (e.g., to free a stuck vehicle towing service. Observe the following from mud, sand or snow).
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9-14 In case of emergency/Towing . Be sure to remove the towing hole until its thread can no longer be seen. hook after towing. Leaving the towing hook mounted on the vehicle could interfere with prop- er operation of the SRS airbag system in a frontal collision.
9-15 In case of emergency/Towing the vehicle and stow it in the tool bucket. front bumper. To use the rear tie-down holes, remove the plugs. After using the rear tie-down Fit the towing hook cover on the bumper. Rear tie-down holes holes, return the plugs to their original WARNING places.
9-16 In case of emergency/Towing . Remember that the brake booster position for CVT models. Shift the shift Towing with all wheels on the lever into the 1st position for MT models. ground and power steering do not func- tion when the engine is not 2.
9-17 In case of emergency/Access key if access key does not operate properly Locking and unlocking Switching power status Access key if access key does not operate properly 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Shift the select lever into the P position.
1. Apply the parking brake. If the engine does not start even though the above procedure was fol- 2. Shift the select lever into the P lowed precisely, contact your SUBARU position. dealer. 3. Depress the brake pedal. 1. Remove the access cover at the...
Immediately contact the nearest automotive service facil- ity. We recommend that you consult your SUBARU dealer. Your vehicle has a fuel pump shut off system. To minimize the risk of fire due to fuel leakage when your vehicle is subject to impact from an accident or another 3.
10-2 Appearance care/Exterior care off by using a light detergent, as required. Exterior care detergent with water. Otherwise, If you use a light detergent, make certain the cover surface may be da- that it is a neutral detergent. Do not use Washing maged.
Do in doubt, it is always best to contact your Always wash and dry the vehicle before not use a sharp-edged tool to remove SUBARU dealer or an auto paint specia- waxing and polishing. caked mud. list.
Contact especially when temperatures range just your SUBARU dealer to perform this kind above freezing. . Dampness in certain parts of the of maintenance and treatment if you need...
If corrosive materials are used, the door If the stain does not come out, try a your SUBARU is to be parked for a long hinges and locks, and hood latch should commercially-available fabric cleaner. Use time in bright sunlight, it is recommended be inspected and lubricated periodically.
The synthetic leather material used on the cloth or with a soft cloth. If the monitor is strong cleaning agents that con- SUBARU may be cleaned using mild soap extremely dirty, clean it with a soft cloth tain those solvents. Doing so...
Maintenance and service Recommended grade and viscosity ....11-15 Maintenance schedule ........11-3 Brake fluid............11-15 Maintenance precautions........11-3 Checking the fluid level........11-15 Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment............ 11-4 Recommended brake fluid ....... 11-16 When checking or servicing in the engine Clutch fluid (MT models) .........
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Maintenance and service Aluminum wheels..........11-28 Headlights (models without HID headlights)..11-37 Front turn signal light ........11-38 Windshield washer fluid ........11-28 Parking light ............ 11-38 Adding the windshield washer fluid ....11-28 Front fog light..........11-38 Windshield washer fluid ........11-29 Rear combination lights ........
The scheduled maintenance items re- maintained. done by an authorized SUBARU dealer. quired to be serviced at regular intervals . Never get under the vehicle sup- are shown in the Warranty and Main- If you perform maintenance and service tenance Booklet .
This may cause a fire. NOTE When checking or servicing . When the ignition switch is in the SUBARU does not endorse the use of in the engine compartment position, the cooling fan non-SUBARU approved flushing sys- may operate suddenly even tems and strongly advises against when the engine is stopped.
The engine hood could close suddenly, possibly causing injuries from slamming. . Do not install accessories other than genuine SUBARU parts to the engine hood. If the engine hood becomes too heavy, the stay may not be able to support holding it open.
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11-6 Maintenance and service/Engine hood 3. Release the secondary hood release WARNING by moving the lever between the front grille and the hood toward the left. Always check that the hood is properly locked before you start driving. If it is not, it might fly open while the vehicle is moving and block your view, which may cause an accident and serious bodily in-...
If your oil consumption rate is greater than type, driving style, terrain and tempera- expected, contact your authorized ture. Under the following conditions, oil SUBARU retailer who may perform a test consumption can be increased and thus under controlled conditions. require refilling between maintenance intervals: .
Fully trained mechanics are on standby To add engine oil, remove the engine oil at a SUBARU dealer to utilize the filler cap and slowly pour engine oil special tools, spare parts and recom- through the filler neck.
, u s e o n l y NOTE SUBARU Super Coolant. Synthetic oil of the grade and viscosity If the SUBARU Super Coolant is noted in chapter 12 is the recom-...
Check the fuse and replace it if necessary. Refer to Fuses 11-34 and Fuse panel located in the engine compartment If the fuse is not blown, have the cooling system checked by your SUBARU dealer. If frequent addition of coolant is neces- CONTINUED...
It may be difficult to change the coolant. When replacing the air cleaner ele- Have the coolant changed by your ment, use a genuine SUBARU air SUBARU dealer if necessary. cleaner element. If it is not used, there is the possibility of causing a The coolant should be changed according negative effect to the engine.
Warranty and Maintenance Booklet . Un- der extremely dusty conditions, replace it more frequently. It is recommended that you always use genuine SUBARU parts. 7. To install the air cleaner case (rear), insert the three projections on the air cleaner case (rear) into the slits on the air cleaner case (front).
Warranty the Warranty and Maintenance Booklet . according to the maintenance schedule and Maintenance Booklet . Consult your Consult your SUBARU dealer for details. in the Warranty and Maintenance Book- SUBARU dealer for replacement. let .
If brake in the Warranty and Maintenance Book- to the maintenance schedule in the fluid gets in your eyes, immedi- let . Consult your SUBARU dealer for Warranty and Maintenance Booklet . ately flush them thoroughly with details.
If MAX level line you suspect a problem, have the MIN level line vehicle checked at your SUBARU The brake fluid level must be checked in this area. dealer. . When clutch fluid is added, be Check the fluid level monthly.
SUBARU dealer. check the fluid level for the clutch system cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or 1. With the ignition switch in the LOCK / at the inboard side of the reservoir a fire.
Lightly pull the brake pedal up with one finger to check the free play with a force of less than 2 lbf (10 N, 1 kgf). If the free play is not within proper specification, contact your SUBARU deal-...
SUBARU deal- applied. If you hear this scraping noise each time you apply the brake pedal, have the brake pads serviced by your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. CONTINUED...
Breaking-in of new brake 8 notches / 45 lbf (200 N, 20.4 kgf) pads and linings When replacing the brake pad or lining, use only genuine SUBARU parts. After WARNING replacement, the new parts must be broken in as follows.
11-21 Maintenance and service/Tires and wheels temperature outside. By way of example, Tires and wheels Winter (snow) tires the following table shows the required tire Winter tires are best suited for driving on pressures that correspond to various out- Types of tires snow-covered and icy roads.
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In this event, damage and a fast leak that causes When a tire is replaced, adjustments are go to a SUBARU dealer to have the the tire to lose air rapidly. If you have necessary to ensure continued normal system inspected as soon as possible.
Drive slowly to the nearest authorized Driving even a short distance warms up SUBARU dealer and have the vehicle the tires and increases the tire pressures. inspected. Also, the tire pressures are affected by the...
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11-24 Maintenance and service/Tires and wheels . Correct tire pressure (tread worn . Abnormally low tire pressure (tread . Abnormally high tire pressure (tread evenly) worn at shoulders) worn in center) Roadholding is good, and steering is Rolling resistance is high, so fuel con- Ride comfort is poor.
11-26 Maintenance and service/Tires and wheels Tire rotation direction mark Tire rotation Tire wear varies from wheel to wheel. Move the tires to the positions shown in the illustration each time they are rotated. For the tire rotation schedule, refer to the Warranty and Maintenance Booklet .
Wheels ment. Handling not meeting specifications could interfere with brake caliper opera- For safe vehicle operation, SUBARU Braking tion and may cause the tires to rub recommends replacing all four tires at Speedometer/Odometer the same time.
. When wheel nuts, balance weights, or the center cap is replaced, be sure to replace them with genuine SUBARU parts designed for aluminum wheels. Remove the washer tank filler cap, then add windshield washer fluid until it reaches the FULL mark on the tank.
11-30 Maintenance and service/Replacement of wiper blades Windshield wiper blade as- Windshield wiper blade rub- carefully return the wiper arms on the windshield by hand. You sembly should not return the wiper arms 1. Raise the wiper arm off the windshield. to the windshield only by the return spring.
11-31 Maintenance and service/Replacement of wiper blades with the grooves in the rubber and slide Rear window wiper blade the blade rubber assembly into the metal assembly support until it locks. 1. Raise the wiper arm off the rear window. Metal spines 2.
11-32 Maintenance and service/Replacement of wiper blades Rear window wiper blade 2. Pull the blade rubber assembly out of the plastic support. rubber 3. Pull the wiper blade assembly toward you to remove it from the wiper arm. Metal spines 4.
11-33 Maintenance and service/Battery ends. If the rubber is not retained properly, Battery the wiper may scratch the rear window glass. WARNING 5. Install the wiper blade assembly to the wiper arm. Make sure that it locks in place. . Before beginning work on or near 6.
11-34 Maintenance and service/Fuses Fuses remove rings, metal watchbands, and other metal jewelry. Never allow metal tools to contact the CAUTION positive battery terminal and any- thing connected to it WHILE you are at the same time in contact Never replace a fuse with one hav- with any other metallic portion of ing a higher rating or with material the vehicle because a short cir-...
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6. If the same fuse blows again, this corresponding fuse. If a fuse has blown, indicates that its system has a problem. replace it. Contact your SUBARU dealer for repairs. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK / OFF position and turn off all electrical accessories.
Maintenance and service/Installation of accessories Headlights (models with HID Installation of accessories Replacing bulbs headlights) Always consult your SUBARU dealer WARNING WARNING before installing fog lights or any other electrical equipment in your vehicle. Such Bulbs may become very hot while...
(right-hand side). NOTE . If headlight aiming is required, con- sult your SUBARU dealer for proper adjustment of the headlight aim. . It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary.
Maintenance and service/Replacing bulbs Front turn signal light Rear combination lights It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. Parking light It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary.
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11-39 Maintenance and service/Replacing bulbs sembly rearward and remove it from the vehicle. Guide pins 7. Tighten the upper and lower screws. Catch Clip Rear side marker light Rear turn signal light 6. Put the rear combination light assem- Backup light bly into place while aligning the 2 guide Stop light/Tail light pins and a catch with the guide holes and...
11-40 Maintenance and service/Replacing bulbs License plate light 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 4. Install a new bulb. 5. Reinstall the bulb socket and the license plate light cover. Map light Type A 2. Turn the bulb until the flat surfaces at its ends are aligned vertically.
4. Reinstall the lens. Other bulbs It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. 1. Remove the lens by prying the edge of Dome light the lens with a flat-head screwdriver.
. It is recommended that the battery . Do not let dust, oil or water get on be replaced by a SUBARU dealer. or in the access key/transmitter . Use a new battery. when replacing battery.
11-43 Maintenance and service/Replacing key battery Replacing transmitter battery 2. Wrap a flat-head screwdriver with vinyl 4. Insert a new battery with its positive (+) tape or a cloth, and insert it in the gap to side facing upward as shown in the figure. 1.
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11-44 Maintenance and service/Replacing key battery negative (−) side facing up. 5. Put together the transmitter case by fitting the hooks on the case. 6. Reinstall the transmitter case in the key head. 7. Refit the removed half of the key head. After the battery is replaced, the trans- mitter must be synchronized with the remote keyless entry system s control...
SUBARU dealer. Approved engine oil Always use the SUBARU approved engine oil. For further details, please contact your SUBARU dealer. If the approved engine oil is unavailable, use the alternative engine oil described on the next page.
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12-5 Specifications/Specifications Alternative engine oil If the SUBARU approved oil is unavailable, the following alternative oil can be used. NOTE Each quantity indicated here is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other factors.
Specifications/Specifications Manual transmission, front differential and rear differential gear oil Front differential gear oil (CVT Manual transmission oil Rear differential gear oil models) SUBARU Extra MT* SUBARU Extra MT* Oil grade API classification GL-5 API classification GL-5 API classification GL-5...
For the wheel nut tightening procedure, refer to Changing a flat tire 9-5. 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.
12-9 Specifications/Fuses and circuits Fuses and circuits Fuse Fuse Circuit panel rating Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment Trailer hitch connector Door locking Front wiper deicer relay Combination meter Clock 7.5A Remote control rear view mirrors Seat heater relay Combination meter Integrated unit Stop light...
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12-10 Specifications/Fuses and circuits Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse Circuit Circuit panel rating panel rating Luggage light 7.5A Clutch switch Clock Steering lock control unit 7.5A Illumination 7.5A Vehicle Dynamics Con- Seat heaters trol unit Backup light 7.5A Power window relay Radiator main fan relay Accessory power outlet (instrument panel)
12-11 Specifications/Fuses and circuits Fuse panel located in the engine compartment Fuse Fuse Circuit panel rating ABS unit Vehicle Dynamics Con- trol unit Main fan (cooling fan) Sub fan (cooling fan) Empty Empty Headlight (low beam) Headlight (high beam) Back-up Horn Rear window defogger Mirror heater...
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12-12 Specifications/Fuses and circuits Fuse Fuse Circuit panel rating Empty Telematics Headlight (low beam right hand) Headlight (low beam left hand)
12-13 Specifications/Bulb chart Bulb chart For replacement, contact your SUBARU dealer. Safety precautions CAUTION WARNING Replace any bulb only with a new . Bulbs may become very hot while bulb of the specified wattage. Using illuminated. Before replacing a bulb of different wattage could bulbs, turn off the lights and wait result in a fire.
12-14 Specifications/Bulb chart Bulb chart NOTE Lights A and B are the LED (Light Emitting Diode) type. Consult your SUBARU dealer for replacement.
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12-15 Specifications/Bulb chart Wattage Bulb No. High beam headlight 12V-60W Low beam headlight Models with HID light 12V-35W Models with halogen light 12V-55W Map light 12V-8W Dome light 12V-8W Front side marker light 12V-5W Parking light 12V-5W Front turn signal light 12V-21W WY21W Front fog light...
12-16 Specifications/Vehicle identification Vehicle identification number (under the Vehicle identification floor carpet of the right-hand front seat) Emission control label Tire inflation pressure label Certification label Vehicle identification number plate Model number label Fuel label Air conditioner label...
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Adverse safety consequences of overloading For U.S.A............13-2 on handling and stopping and on tires ... 13-14 Tire information ..........13-2 Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit..13-14 Tire labeling ............13-2 Uniform tire quality grading standards ..13-15 Recommended tire inflation pressure....
13-2 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/For U.S.A. For U.S.A. Tire information Example: Tire labeling The following information has been Many markings (e.g. Tire size, Tire compiled according to Code of (1) P = Certain tire type used on Identification Number or TIN) are Federal Regulations Title 49, Part light duty vehicles such as passen- placed on the sidewall of a tire by...
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13-3 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Example: WARNING Speed ratings apply only to the tire, not to the vehicle. (1) Manufacturer s Identification Putting a speed rated tire on (6) Load Index: A numerical code Mark any vehicle does not mean which specifies the maximum load (2) Tire Size the vehicle can be operated...
13-4 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information STEEL + 2 POLYESTER SIDE- The vehicle placard is attached to Maximum load rating WALL 2 POLYESTER the driver s side door pillar. The load rating at the maximum permissible weight load for this tire. Uniform Tire Quality Grading Example: For example, MAX.
13-5 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information crease in temperature could cause sidewall rubber which, when in- Glossary of tire terminology tread separation, and failure of the flated, bears the load. Accessory weight tire(s). Possible resulting loss of Chunking The combined weight (in excess of vehicle control could lead to an The breaking away of pieces of the...
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13-6 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Extra load tire Measuring rim ing on a vehicle. A tire designed to operate at higher The rim on which a tire is fitted for Light truck (LT) tire loads and higher inflation pressure physical dimension requirements.
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13-7 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Passenger car tire Rim type designation sory weight, including heavy duty A tire intended for use on passen- The industry of manufacturer s des- brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, ger cars, multipurpose passenger ignation for a rim by style or code.
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13-8 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Tread rib accessory weight, and normal oc- A tread section running circumfer- cupant weight (distributed in accor- entially around a tire. dance with Table 1 that is ap- Tread separation pended to the end of this section) Pulling away of the tread from the and dividing by 2.
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13-9 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Table 1 Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load for various designated seating capacities Designated seating Vehicle normal load, Occupant distribution in a capacity, number of number of occupants normally loaded vehicle occupants 2 through 4 2 in front.
13-10 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Tire care maintenance and rotation. After tire rotation, adjust carrier, etc., and the tongue load of safety practices a trailer. Therefore cargo capacity the tire pressures and make sure Check on a daily basis that the can be calculated by the following the wheel nuts are correctly tigh- tires are free from serious damage,...
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13-11 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information occupant weighing 154 lbs (70 kg) Example 1B Calculating total and load ca- pacities varying seating con- plus cargo weighing 662 lbs (300 figurations kg). Calculate the available load capa- Calculate the total weight. city as shown in the following examples: Example 1A...
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13-12 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Calculate the available load ca- Calculate the available load ca- with the statement The combined pacity. pacity. weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 408 kg or 900 lbs . For example, the vehicle has one occupant weighing 165 lbs (75 kg) plus cargo weighing 375 lbs (170 kg).
13-13 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Determining compatibility of Example 2B tire and vehicle load capaci- ties The sum of four tires maximum load ratings must exceed the max- imum loaded vehicle weight ( GVWR ). In addition, sum of the maximum load ratings of two front tires and of two rear tires must exceed each axle s maximum...
13-14 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information Tires could fail. cle s suspension, axles and other of luggage and cargo being loaded Tread separation could occur. parts of the body. on the vehicle. That weight may not Tire could separate from its rim. safely exceed the available cargo Therefore, this means that the and luggage load capacity calcu-...
13-15 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Uniform tire quality grading standards Uniform tire quality grading form to Federal Safety Require- cified government test surfaces of standards ments in addition to these grades. asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor- Treadwear mance.
NHTSA cannot become involved ble tire failure. in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Subaru of America, Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov;...
13-17 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Supplement Supplement Declaration of conformity with FCC rules Electrostatic sensor for occupant detection system...
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STARLINK 7.0 Multimedia Plus audio set....5-6 Warning indicator ........... 3-25 Steering switches for audio ........5-62 Accessories.............. 11-36 SUBARU STARLINK..........5-26 Accessory power outlet..........6-8 Unit setting ............5-19 Air cleaner element ........... 11-12 USB memory ............5-54 Air conditioner Auto on/off headlights ..........
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14-3 Index Brake Changing Assist ..............7-31 Coolant ............... 11-12 Booster............7-31, 11-17 Flat tire ..............9-5 Disc ..............12-8 Oil and oil filter............11-9 Fluid............11-15, 12-7 Charge warning light ........... 3-18 Pad and lining ............11-20 CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator light ...............
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14-4 Index Interior ..............10-5 Dimensions..............12-2 Ventilation grille ............. 4-11 Disarming the alarm system......... 2-30 Climate control system ..........4-3 Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ......7-31 Automatic..............4-7 Dome light ............6-2, 11-41 Manual ..............4-8 Door Clock..............
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14-5 Index Hood ..............11-5 Economy hints ............8-2 Low oil level warning light ........3-18 Filler lid and cap............7-4 Oil..............11-8, 12-4 Gauge..............3-12 Overheating ............9-12 Requirements ..........7-3, 12-3 Starting & stopping........... 7-9, 7-11 Fuses ..............11-34 Event data recorder............
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14-6 Index Warning light ............3-22 Vehicle Dynamics Control operation......3-24 Hook Information display............3-32 Cargo tie-down ............6-14 Inside mirror .............. 3-99 Coat ..............6-11 Interior lights ............... 6-2 Shopping bag ............6-12 Towing and tie-down..........9-13 Horn............... 3-102 Jack-up point ..............
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14-7 Index Dome ............6-2, 11-41 Mirror defogger ............3-100 Front fog............3-93, 11-38 Mirrors ..............3-99 Front side marker......... 3-89, 12-13 Moonroof..............2-39 Ignition switch............3-6 Multi function display........... 3-42 License plate ............11-40 Multi information display ..........3-38 Map .............
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14-8 Index Periodic inspections ............. 8-4 Wiper blades............11-31 Petrol fuel ..............7-3 Recommended PIN Code Access ............2-20 Brake fluid ............. 12-7 Power Continuously variable transmission fluid ....12-7 Door locking switch ..........2-8 Engine oil .............. 12-4 Outlets..............6-8 Front differential gear oil..........
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14-10 Index Trip meter..............3-10 Tachometer ............... 3-11 Turn signal Temperature warning light Indicator lights............3-31 AT OIL TEMP ............3-19 Lever ..............3-92 Coolant..............3-17 Temporary spare tire ............ 9-2 Tether (child restraint system) ......1-33, 1-36 Valet mode ..............2-31 Tie-down hooks/holes ..........
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14-11 Index Automatic headlight beam leveler......3-31 Wiper and washer switches ........3-96 Brake system ............3-21 Wiper blades............11-30 Charge ..............3-18 Wiper deicer ............3-100 CHECK ENGINE ........... 3-16 Winter Coolant temperature high ........3-17 Driving ..............8-8 Door open.............
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GAS STATION REFERENCE Fuel: Engine oil: Use only unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI Use only the following oils. . API classification SN with the words RESOURCE CON- (90 RON) or higher. SERVING Fuel octane rating: . or ILSAC GF-5, which can be identified with the ILSAC certification mark (Starburst mark) For the complete viscosity requirements, refer to Engine oil This octane rating is the Research Octane Number.
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