Page 1 Black plate (1,1) Foreword Congratulations on choosing a SUBARU vehicle. This Owner’s Manual has all the information necessary to keep your SUBARU in excellent condition and to properly maintain the emission control system for minimizing emission pollutants. We urge you to read this manual carefully so that you may understand your vehicle and its operation.
Page 2 Black plate (2,1) This manual describes the following types of the Legacy series. 1) Legacy Sedan 2) Legacy Station wagon 3) OUTBACK Station wagon 北米Model "A2440BE-A" EDITED: 2006/ 12/ 6...
Page 3 All SUBARU vehicles distributed by tains mercury. Therefore, the dis- S00AB01 Subaru of America, Inc. and sold at retail Before you operate your vehicle, carefully play of the navigation system must by an authorized SUBARU dealer in the read this manual.
Page 4 Chapter 10: Appearance care fully in order to gain a better understand- This chapter informs you how to keep your ing of how to use your SUBARU vehicle SUBARU looking good. safely. Chapter 11: Maintenance and service...
Page 5 Black plate (5,1) Vehicle symbols Mark Name Mark Name S00AC There are some of the symbols you may Child restraint top tether an- Engine hood chorages see on your vehicle. Mark Name Horn Trunk lid (Sedan) WARNING Windshield wiper deicer Fan speed CAUTION Wiper intermittent...
Page 6 Black plate (6,1) . The SRS airbags deploy with Safety precautions when Mark Name considerable speed and force. driving Occupants who are out of proper Engine oil S00AD & Seatbelt and SRS airbag position when the SRS airbag deploys could suffer very serious S00AD01 injuries.
Page 7 Black plate (7,1) & Child safety . Never leave unattended children The SRS airbag deploys with S00AD02 considerable speed and force in the vehicle. They could acci- and can injure or even kill chil- dentally injure themselves or WARNING dren, especially if they are 12 others through inadvertent op- .
Page 8 Black plate (8,1) & Engine exhaust gas (carbon Drunken driving is one of the most vehicle, have the problem frequent causes of accidents. Since alco- monoxide) checked and corrected as soon hol affects all people differently, you may as possible. If you must drive S00AD03 have consumed too much alcohol to drive under these conditions, drive...
Page 9 Your vehicle should not be modified chances of being involved in a & Tire pressures other than with genuine Subaru serious accident may increase. parts and accessories. Other types S00AD11 of modifications could affect its...
Page 10 Black plate (10,1) & California proposition 65 vehicle control could lead to an accident. warning S00AD12 Check and, if necessary, adjust the WARNING pressure of each tire (including the spare) at least once a month and before any long Engine exhaust, some of its consti- journey.
Page 11: Table Of Contents
Black plate (1,1) 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 北米Model "A2440BE-A"...
Page 12 Black plate (12,1) Engine hood lock release (page 11- Illustrated index s11ac Headlight switch (page 3- s03ah01 S00AE Bulb replacement (page 11- & Exterior s11be Wiper switch (page 3- s03am01 S00AE01 Moonroof (page 2- s02ak Roof rail (page 8- s08aj03 Door locks (page 2- s02ac Tire pressure (page 11-...
Page 13 Black plate (13,1) Rear window defogger button (page 3- s03an Fuel filler lid and cap (page 7- s07aa0201 Child safety locks (page 2- s02ag Tie-down hooks (page 9- s09af01 Towing hook (page 9- s09af Trunk lid (page 2- s02ai Rear gate (page 2- s02aj Bulb replacement (page 11- s11be05...
Page 14 Black plate (14,1) & Interior Lower anchorages for child restraint system (page 1- s01ag07 S00AE02 Seatbelt (page 1- Passenger compartment area s01ad Center console (page 6- S00AE0201 s06ad02 Front seat (page 1- s01aa Rear seat (page 1- s01ac 北米Model "A2440BE-A" EDITED: 2006/ 12/ 6...
Page 15 Black plate (15,1) Top tether anchorages (page 1- s01ag09 Dome lights (page 6- s06aa01 Sun visors (page 6- s06ac Cargo area light (page 6- s06aa02 Rear center seatbelt (page 1- s01ae0603 Cargo area cover (if equipped) (page 6- s06ak – CONTINUED – 北米Model "A2440BE-A"...
Page 16 Black plate (16,1) Parking brake lever (page 7- s07ap Gear shift lever (MT) (page 7- s07ax Select lever (AT) (page 7- s07ah Information display (page 3- s03ag Clock (page 3- s03af Dashboard storage compartment (page 6- s06ad Navigation system (if equipped) (See navigation system instruction manual.) Glove box (page 6- s06ad01...
Page 17 Black plate (17,1) & Instrument panel Door locks (page 2- s02ac Illumination brightness control S00AE03 (page 3- s03aj Remote control mirror (page 3- s03ap0302 Windshield wiper deicer (page 3- s03an Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch (page 7- s07an02 Audio control buttons (if equipped) (page s05ag Light control lever (page 3- s03ah...
Page 18 Black plate (18,1) & Light control and wiper control levers/switches Parking light switch (page 3- s03ak Windshield wiper (page 3- S00AE04 s03am Mist (page 3- s03am0102 Windshield washer (page 3- s03am0104 Rear window wiper and washer switch (page 3- s03am02 Wiper control lever (page 3- s03am01 Light control lever (page 3-...
Page 19 Black plate (19,1) & Combination meter Temperature gauge (page 3- s03ac08 Tachometer (page 3- S00AE05 s03ac06 Shift-up indicator light (MT vehicles) (if U.S.-spec. vehicles (Turbo and 3.0-liter models) equipped) (page 3- S00AE0503 s03ae45 Speedometer (page 3- s03ac03 Fuel gauge (page 3- s03ac07 Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob (page 3-...
Page 20 Black plate (20,1) Temperature gauge (page 3- U.S.-spec. vehicles (2.5-liter non-turbo models) s03ad08 Tachometer (page 3- S00AE0514 s03ad06 Speedometer (page 3- s03ad03 Fuel gauge (page 3- s03ad07 Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob (page 3- s03ad05 Low fuel warning light (page 3- s03ad0701 Trip meter and odometer (page 3- s03ad04...
Page 21 Black plate (21,1) Temperature gauge (page 3- Canada-spec. vehicles (Turbo and 3.0-liter models) s03ac08 Tachometer (page 3- S00AE0504 s03ac06 Shift-up indicator light (MT vehicles) (if equipped) (page 3- s03ae45 Speedometer (page 3- s03ac03 Fuel gauge (page 3- s03ac07 Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob (page 3- s03be0502 ECO gauge (page 3-...
Page 22 Black plate (22,1) Temperature gauge (page 3- Canada-spec. vehicles (2.5-liter non-turbo models) s03ad08 Tachometer (page 3- S00AE0512 s03ad06 Speedometer (page 3- s03ad03 Fuel gauge (page 3- s03ad07 Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob (page 3- s03ad05 Low fuel warning light (page 3- s03ad0701 Trip meter and odometer (page 3- s03ad04...
Page 23 Black plate (23,1) & Warning and indicator light Mark Name Page Mark Name Page S00AE06 Low tire pressure warn- Mark Name Page Low fuel warning light s03a- s03a- ing light (if equipped) Seatbelt warning light s03ae All-Wheel Drive warning s03a- light (AT vehicles) Passenger airbag ON s03a-...
Page 24 Black plate (24,1) & Trunk/cargo area Jack handle (page 9- s09ah02 Jack (page 9- S00AE08 s09ah01 Spare tire (page 9- s09ab 北米Model "A2440BE-A" EDITED: 2006/ 12/ 7...
Page 25 A SUBARU dealer can change the settings of the functions shown in the following table to meet your personal requirements. Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer for details. If your vehicle is equipped with navigation system, the settings for some of these functions can be changed using the monitor.
Page 26 Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ....1-14 window-side rear passengers......1-39 Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor Subaru advanced frontal airbag system....1-44 (A/ELR) ............1-14 SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag..... 1-54 Seatbelt warning light and chime ......
Page 27: Seat, Seatbelt And Srs Airbags
Black plate (28,1) Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Front seats position when the SRS airbag WARNING deploys could suffer very serious S01AA injuries. Because the SRS airbag Put children aged 12 and under in WARNING needs enough space for deploy- the rear seat properly restrained at ment, the driver should always all times.
Page 28: Manual Seat
Black plate (29,1) Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags According to accident statistics, Reclining the seatback S01AA0102 children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating posi- tions than in the front seating posi- tions. For instructions and precau- tions concerning child restraint sys- “...
Page 29: Power Seat (If Equipped)
Black plate (30,1) Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Power seat (if equipped) Seat height adjustment (Driver’s Reclining the seatback S01AA0204 S01AA02 seat) Fore and aft adjustment S01AA0103 S01AA0201 WARNING The height of the seat can be adjusted by To adjust the seat forward or backward, moving the seat cushion adjustment lever To prevent the passenger from slid- move the control switch forward or back-...
Page 30: Memory Function (Driver's Seat Only, If Equipped)
Black plate (31,1) Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags . Height of seat switch. Seat height adjustment (Driver’s Registration of seat position seat) S01AA1001 S01AA0206 WARNING . Never adjust the seat while driv- ing to avoid the possibility of loss of vehicle control and of personal injury.
Page 31 Black plate (32,1) Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags (MT vehicles). Do not drive until the retrieval of the seat position is complete. . Be sure to press the registered button of your seat position to retrieve the seat position. If the seat position is not optimum, an incorrect driving position dis- turbs driving and also the seat-...
Page 32: Head Restraint Adjustment
. If your vehicle is involved in a S01AA05 rear-end collision, have an S01AA04 authorized SUBARU dealer in- spect the active head restraints. . The active head restraints may not operate in the event the vehicle experiences only a slight impact in the rear.
Page 33: Lumbar Support (If Equipped)
Black plate (34,1) Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Lumbar support (if equipped) Seat heater (if equipped) on the adjustment knob for each seat heater comes on when that seat heater is S01AA06 S01AB activated. When the vehicle’s interior is warmed enough or before you leave the vehicle, be sure to turn the switch off.
Page 34: Rear Seats
Black plate (35,1) Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Rear seats make certain that the shoulder belts are fully visible. S01AC . Never allow passengers to ride on the folded rear seatback or in the cargo area or trunk. Doing so may result in serious injury or death.
Page 35: Head Restraint Adjustment
Black plate (36,1) 1-10 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags position, raise the seatback until it locks Sedan models of serious neck injury in the event S01AC0201 into place and make sure that it is securely that the vehicle is struck from the locked.
Page 36: Armrest (If Equipped)
Black plate (37,1) 1-11 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Armrest (if equipped) position depending on your sitting height. S01AD Station wagon To raise the head restraint, pull it up. Sedan To lower it, push the head restraint down To raise the head restraint, pull it up. while pressing the release button on the top of the seatback.
Page 37: Loading Long Objects (Sedan)
Black plate (38,1) 1-12 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags NOTE To lower the armrest, pull on the top edge down while pulling the release tab. of the armrest. To protect your belongings in the trunk WARNING from theft, it is recommended that you WARNING lock the seatback panel.
Page 38: Seatbelts
Black plate (39,1) 1-13 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Seatbelts the rear seat properly restrained According to accident statistics, at all times. The SRS airbag children are safer when properly S01AE & Seatbelt safety tips deploys with considerable speed restrained in the rear seating S01AE01 and force and can injure or even positions than in the front seat-...
Page 39: Emergency Locking Retractor (Elr)
Black plate (40,1) 1-14 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Emergency Locking Retrac- If the shoulder portion of the belt crosses Retractor (ALR) mode. the face or neck, adjust the shoulder belt When the child restraint system is re- tor (ELR) anchor height (window-side seating posi- moved, make sure that the retractor is S01AE02...
Page 40 6 seconds, to warn that the about canceling the warning operation, seatbelt(s) is/are unfastened. If the dri- please contact your SUBARU dealer. ver’s seatbelt is not fastened, a chime will If there is no passenger on the front also sound simultaneously.
Page 41: Fastening The Seatbelt
SUBARU dealer for an . Do not put cushions or any other . Do not use front seats with their back- inspection.
Page 42 Black plate (43,1) 1-17 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags slowly. If the belt still cannot be unlocked, the shoulder belt. WARNING let the belt retract slightly after giving it a 6. Place the lap belt as low as possible strong pull, then pull it out slowly again. on your hips, not on your waist.
Page 43 Black plate (44,1) 1-18 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Rear seatbelts (except rear center WARNING seatbelt) S01AE0602 When wearing the seatbelts, make 1. Sit well back in the seat. sure the shoulder portion of the 2. Pick up the tongue plate and pull the webbing does not pass over your belt out slowly.
Page 44 Black plate (45,1) 1-19 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Push the button on the buckle. Before closing the door, make sure that the belts are retracted properly to avoid catching the belt webbing in the door. Rear center seatbelt S01AE0603 WARNING WARNING Fastening the seatbelt with the web-...
Page 45 Black plate (46,1) 1-20 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags recess of the ceiling. 2. Pull out the seatbelt slowly from the retractor. 1. Remove the connector (tongue) plate from the slot in the recess by pulling the connector (tongue) plate. Sedan models Rear center seatbelt is stowed in the recess on the rear shelf behind the rear...
Page 46 Black plate (47,1) 1-21 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags “CENTER” on the left-hand side until it ! Unfastening the seatbelt clicks. S01AE060301 4. After fastening the seatbelt, make sure that the “ ” mark on the connector Push the release button of the center (tongue) and the “...
Page 47 Black plate (48,1) 1-22 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Wagon models Sedan models 1. Insert a key or other hard pointed object into the slot in the connector 2. Allow the retractor to roll up the belt. (buckle) on the right-hand side and push You should hold the webbing end and it in, and the connector (tongue) plate will guide it back into the retractor while it is...
Page 48: Seatbelt Maintenance
Black plate (49,1) 1-23 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Front seatbelt pretensioners CAUTION CAUTION S01AF . Keep the belts free of polishes, . Do not allow the retractor to roll oils, chemicals and particularly up the seatbelt too quickly. battery acid. Otherwise, the metal tongue .
Page 49: System Monitors
These occurrences are normal and not bly or surrounding area has been ping the entire vehicle due to harmful. This smoke does not indicate a damaged, contact your SUBARU dealer collision damage or for other fire in the vehicle. as soon as possible.
Page 50 SRS airbag hand side) system. Immediately take your vehi- . Side airbag module (Driver’s side) cle to your nearest SUBARU dealer . Side airbag module (Front passenger’s to have the system checked. Unless checked and properly repaired, the side) .
Page 51: System Servicing
The front sub sensors are located in WARNING S01AF05 Always consult your SUBARU dealer if both front fenders and the airbag you want to install any accessory parts to . When discarding a seatbelt re- control module including the impact your vehicle.
Page 52: Child Restraint Systems
Black plate (53,1) 1-27 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Child restraint systems accident if their child restraints are not WARNING properly secured in the vehicle. When S01AG installing the child restraint system, care- Never let a passenger hold a child fully follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 53: Where To Place A Child Restraint System
Some types of child restraints might not be able to be secured firmly due to projection S01AG01 Children should be properly re- The following are SUBARU’s recommen- of the seat cushion. strained at all times. Never allow a dations on where to place a child restraint...
Page 54: Choosing A Child Restraint System
Black plate (55,1) 1-29 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Choosing a child restraint WARNING system Put children aged 12 and under in S01AG02 the rear seat properly restrained at all times. The SRS airbag deploys with considerable speed and force and can injure or even kill children, especially if they are 12 years of age and under and are not restrained or...
Page 55: Installing Child Restraint Systems With A/Elr Seatbelt
Black plate (56,1) 1-30 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Installing child restraint sys- or around the child restraint system CAUTION following the instructions provided by its tems with A/ELR seatbelt manufacturer. When you install a child restraint S01AG04 3. Insert the tongue plate into the buckle system, follow the manufacturer’s WARNING instructions supplied with it.
Page 56 Black plate (57,1) 1-31 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags NOTE When the child restraint system is no longer in use, remove it and restore the ELR function of the retractor. That function is restored by retracting the seatbelt fully. Installing forward facing child re- straint S01AG0402 6.
Page 57 Black plate (58,1) 1-32 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Sedan 4. Take up the slack in the lap belt. 6. Before having a child sit in the child restraint system, move it back and forth 5. Pull out the seatbelt fully from the and right and left to check if it is firmly retractor to change the retractor over from secured.
Page 58: Installing A Booster Seat
Black plate (59,1) 1-33 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Installing a booster seat additional instructions. CAUTION S01AG05 When you install a child restraint WARNING system, follow the manufacturer’s . Child restraint systems and seat- instructions supplied with it. After belts can become hot in a vehicle installing the child restraint system, that has been closed up in sunny...
Page 59: Installation Of Child Restraint Systems By Use Of Lower And Tether Anchorages (Latch)
Black plate (60,1) 1-34 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Installation of child restraint . Never place the shoulder belt following the instructions provided by its manufacturer. under the child’s arm or behind systems by use of lower and 3. Insert the tongue plate into the buckle the child’s back.
Page 60 Black plate (61,1) 1-35 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags tight and secure, the danger of your child suffering personal injury in the event of an accident may be in- creased. Some types of child restraint systems can be installed on the rear seat of your vehicle without use of the seatbelts.
Page 61 Black plate (62,1) 1-36 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags facturer, connect the lower hooks onto the lower anchorages located at “ ” marks on the bottom of the rear seatback. When the hooks are connected, make sure the adjacent seatbelts are not caught. You will find marks “...
Page 62: Top Tether Anchorages
If you have any question concerning this type of child restraint system, ask your SUBARU dealer. & Top tether anchorages Three tether anchorages are installed on S01AG09 the rear shelf behind the rear seat head Your vehicle is equipped with three top restraint.
Page 63 Black plate (64,1) 1-38 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 4. Tighten the top tether securely. To hook the top tether S01AG0902 ! Sedan S01AG090201 CAUTION Do not route the top tether over the head restraint. It may happen that the top tether cannot be fastened tightly.
Page 64: Srs Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
Black plate (65,1) 1-39 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags seating position where the child restraint *SRS airbag (Supplemental system has been installed with the seat- Restraint System airbag) belt or lower anchorages; lift up the head S01AH restraint while pressing the release button. *SRS: This stands for supplemental re- Store the head restraint in the cargo area.
Page 65 Black plate (66,1) 1-40 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags senger, and window-side rear passen- concerning the seatbelt system, injuries. Because the SRS airbag “ gers) see the Seatbelts” section in needs enough space for deploy- s01ae this chapter. ment, the driver should always These SRS airbags are designed only sit upright and well back in the .
Page 66 Black plate (67,1) 1-41 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags restraint devices) sit in the REAR SRS airbag deploys with consid- seat properly restrained at all erable force and can injure or times in a child restraint device even kill the child. or in a seatbelt, whichever is appropriate for the child’s age, CAUTION...
Page 67 Black plate (68,1) 1-42 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Side airbag sensor (center pillar left-hand Components side) S01AH0101 Side airbag sensor (center pillar right- hand side) 10) Airbag wiring (yellow) 11) Seatbelt pretensioner (driver’s side) 12) Seatbelt pretensioner (front passenger’s side) 13) Curtain airbag sensor (rear wheel house right-hand side)
Page 68 Black plate (69,1) 1-43 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 10) Airbag wiring (yellow) 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 side) 16) Curtain airbag module (left side)
Page 69: Subaru Advanced Frontal Airbag System
The driver’s SRS frontal airbag is stowed in the center portion of the steering wheel. THE SRS AIRBAG. S01AH02 Your vehicle is equipped with a Subaru The front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag advanced frontal airbag system that com- is stowed near the top of the dashboard plies with the new advanced frontal airbag under an “SRS AIRBAG”...
Page 70 Black plate (71,1) 1-45 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags seatbelt to help avoid injuries that can result when the SRS airbag contacts an occupant not in proper position such as one thrown toward the front of the vehicle during pre- accident braking.
Page 71 Manual seat” in the front seats of impact. s01aa01 to do so may prevent the Subaru ad- section in Chapter 1 in this Owner’s vanced frontal airbag system from func- Have the system inspected by your Manual. (Models equipped with manual...
Page 72 Black plate (73,1) 1-47 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags passenger’s occupant detection system frontal airbag determined by the Subaru Passenger’s frontal airbag ON and have failed, the SRS airbag system advanced frontal airbag system monitor- OFF indicators warning light will illuminate. Have the ing.
Page 73 Black plate (74,1) 1-48 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags that follows.) position if the front passenger’s frontal passenger’s SRS frontal airbag de- . The seat is equipped with a booster airbag ON indicator illuminates and the ploy. REAR seats are the safest OFF indicator extinguishes even when an seat and a small child is in the booster place for children.
Page 74 SUBARU dealer for an inspection. seatbelt irrespective of whether the airbag ! If the passenger’s frontal airbag OFF is deactivated or activated.
Page 75 Subaru advanced airbag in any other U.S. territories. If you are in system. If you have any questions, you such an area, please contact the Subaru may contact the following Subaru distribu- distributor or dealer from which you tors: bought your vehicle.
Page 76 Black plate (77,1) 1-51 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags tem is designed to determine the activa- SRS airbag after deployment is shorter The driver’s SRS frontal airbag and front tion or deactivation condition of the front than the blink of an eye. passenger’s SRS frontal airbag are de- passenger’s SRS frontal airbag depend- signed to deploy in the event of an...
Page 77 Black plate (78,1) 1-52 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! Examples of accident in which the ! Examples of the types of accidents both driver’s and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbags may be activated when the driver’s/driver’s and front passen- in which it is possible that the vehicle sustains a hard impact in the ger’s SRS frontal airbag(s) will most...
Page 78 Black plate (79,1) 1-53 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! Examples of the types of accidents of driver’s/driver’s and front passenger’s ! Examples of the types of accidents SRS frontal airbag(s). If the vehicle strikes in which deployment of the driver’s/ in which the driver’s/driver’s and an object, such as a telephone pole or driver’s and front passenger’s SRS...
Page 79: Srs Side Airbag And Srs Curtain Airbag
Black plate (80,1) 1-54 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & SRS side airbag and SRS to deploy if the vehicle is struck from the WARNING side or from behind, or if it rolls onto its curtain airbag side or roof, or if it is involved in a low- The SRS side airbag and SRS S01AH03 The SRS side airbag is stored in the door...
Page 80 Black plate (81,1) 1-55 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags door, and it provides protection by deploying rapidly (faster than the blink of an eye) in the event of a side impact collision. However, the force of SRS side airbag deployment may cause injuries if your head or other parts of the body are too close to the SRS side airbag.
Page 81 Black plate (82,1) 1-56 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags A hands-free microphone or WARNING other accessory in such a loca- . Never allow a child to kneel on tion could be propelled through the cabin with great force by the the front passenger’s seat facing curtain airbag, or it could prevent the side window or to wrap his/...
Page 82 Black plate (83,1) 1-57 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags the rear center seat. If a center pillar Operation S01AH0301 impact sensor senses an impact force above a predetermined level in a side collision, the control module causes both the SRS side airbag and curtain airbag on the impacted side to inflate regardless of whether the rear wheel house impact sensor on the same side senses an...
Page 83 Black plate (84,1) 1-58 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags in the vehicle. SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag deployment depend on the level of force CAUTION experienced in the passenger compart- ment during a side impact collision. That Do not touch the SRS side airbag level differs from one type of collision to system components around the another, and it may have no bearing on...
Page 84 Black plate (85,1) 1-59 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags The vehicle is involved in an oblique ! Examples of the types of accidents side-on impact. in which the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag are unlikely to deploy. The vehicle is involved in a side-on impact in an area outside the vicinity of S01AH030105 the passenger compartment.
Page 85: Srs Airbag System Monitors
Black plate (86,1) 1-60 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags The vehicle is struck from behind. ! Examples of the types of accidents and SRS curtain airbag are activated on the first impact, they will not be activated in which the SRS side airbag and The SRS side airbag and SRS curtain on the second.
Page 86 SRS airbag side) system. Immediately take your vehi- . Curtain airbag sensor (Rear wheel cle to your nearest SUBARU dealer house right-hand side) to have the system checked. Unless . Curtain airbag sensor (Rear wheel checked and properly repaired, the...
Page 87: Srs Airbag System Servicing
In the following cases, contact your listed in the following, have an . When discarding an airbag mod- SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. authorized SUBARU dealer perform . The front part of the vehicle was ule or scrapping the entire vehi- the work.
Page 88: Precautions Against Vehicle Modification
SRS . To avoid accidental activation of Always consult your SUBARU dealer if airbag system components you want to install any accessory parts on the system or rendering the sys- and/or wiring is not advisable.
Page 89 Black plate (3,1) Keys and doors Keys ..............Activating and deactivating the alarm system ..2-15 If you have accidentally triggered the alarm Key number ............system ............2-15 Immobilizer ............Arming the system ..........2-16 Security ID plate..........Disarming the system ........2-17 Security indicator light ........
Page 90: Keys And Doors
Black plate (92,1) Keys and doors Keys and door locks. You can keep the trunk number plate attached to the key set. and glove box locked when you leave your Write down the key number and keep it in S02AA vehicle and valet key at a parking facility.
Page 91: Immobilizer
Black plate (93,1) Keys and doors . Do not get the key wet. If the key Immobilizer device may not cause harmful inter- ference, and (2) this device must gets wet, wipe it dry with a cloth S02AB accept any interference received, in- immediately.
Page 92: Security Indicator Light
If the security indicator light does not flash, information on replacement keys and on the immobilizer system may be faulty. If the registration of keys with your immo- this occurs, contact your SUBARU dealer bilizer system, contact your SUBARU as soon as possible. dealer.
Page 93: Door Locks
Black plate (95,1) Keys and doors Door locks S02AC & Locking and unlocking from the outside S02AC01 Locking without the key Locking without the key Rotate the lock lever rearward. Push the power door locking switch forward. Close the door. Close the door.
Page 94: Locking And Unlocking From The Inside
The operational/ non-operational setting of this function can Keep all doors locked when you be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Con- drive, especially when small chil- tact the nearest SUBARU dealer if you dren are in your vehicle.
Page 95: Power Door Locking Switches
When you close the doors after you set This function’s operative/non-operative the door locks, the doors remain locked. setting can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact a SUBARU dealer for NOTE Driver’s switch details.
Page 96: Remote Keyless Entry System
Black plate (98,1) Keys and doors Remote keyless entry system entry system is located inside the key lug. any of the doors or the rear gate (Station wagon) is not fully closed. S02AE The keyless entry system has the follow- ing functions.
Page 97: Locking The Doors
Black plate (99,1) Keys and doors & Locking the doors & Unlocking the doors & Unlocking the trunk lid/rear S02AE01 S02AE02 gate S02AE03 Press the “ ” button to lock all doors and Press the “ ” button to unlock the driver’s rear gate (Station wagon).
Page 98: Vehicle Finder Function
Cargo area light DOOR position 3. While holding down the “UNLOCK” side of the power door locking switch, pull A SUBARU dealer can change the illumi- the key out and re-insert it into the ignition nation period setting of the interior lights in switch at least 6 times within 10 seconds accordance with your preference.
Page 99: Replacing Lost Transmitters
The battery Negative (−) side facing up can be replaced by your authorized SUBARU dealer. If you replace the battery 4. Replace with a new battery (Type 2. Open the transmitter case using a flat-...
Page 100 Black plate (102,1) 2-12 Keys and doors four can be programmed), you should re- program all of your transmitters for secur- ity reasons. It is recommended that you have your dealer program all of your transmitters into your system. Programming the transmitters S02AE0901 The keyless entry system is equipped with a special code learning feature that allows...
Page 101 Black plate (103,1) 2-13 Keys and doors position to the “ON” position 10 times the knob and the next exceeds five within 15 seconds. seconds, an error will occur. In this event, perform the procedure again NOTE beginning with part 4. If an error occurs .
Page 102 Black plate (104,1) 2-14 Keys and doors 7. Perform parts 5 and 6 of the procedure entered the second time is identical to four transmitter codes into the system. If for each of the remaining digits of the that entered the first time. you have only one current transmitter, transmitter code beginning with the sec- program it four times.
Page 103: Alarm System
SUBARU dealer. 2. Sit in the driver’s seat and shut all the factory. You can set the system for doors (and the rear gate if your vehicle is a &...
Page 104: Arming The System
Black plate (106,1) 2-16 Keys and doors & Arming the system signal lights will flash once, and the indicator lights will start flashing rapidly. S02AF04 To arm the system using remote After rapid flashing for 30 seconds (stand- transmitter by time), the indicator lights will then flash S02AF0401 slowly (twice approximately every two 1.
Page 105: Disarming The System
Have it per- S02AF05 Briefly press the “ ” button (for less than formed by your SUBARU dealer. two seconds) on the remote transmitter. . If your vehicle is a Sedan and you The driver’s door will unlock, an electronic...
Page 106: Valet Mode
To enter the passive mode position. S02AF0701 If you wish to program the passive arming mode, have it done by your SUBARU & Valet mode dealer. S02AF06 When you choose the valet mode, the Arming the system alarm system does not operate.
Page 107: Tripped Sensor Identification
Also, the number of flashes indicates the If you desire, your SUBARU dealer can location of unauthorized intrusion or the connect them and set them for activation severity of impact on the vehicle.
Page 108: Child Safety Locks
Black plate (110,1) 2-20 Keys and doors Child safety locks Windows Driver’s side switches S02AH0101 S02AG S02AH & Power windows WARNING S02AH01 WARNING Always use the child safety lock whenever a child rides in the rear To avoid serious personal injury seat.
Page 109 Black plate (111,1) 2-21 Keys and doors ! Operating the driver’s window the appropriate switch down and hold it S02AH010101 until the window reaches the desired position. To close: Pull the switch up lightly and hold it. The Open window will close as long as the switch is Automatically open held.
Page 110 Black plate (112,1) 2-22 Keys and doors ! Locking the passengers’ windows Passengers’ side switches S02AH010103 S02AH0102 Rear passengers’ window switches Open Front passenger’s window switch To lock the passengers’ windows, push Close Open the lock switch. When the lock switch is in Close To close the window, pull the switch up the “LOCK”...
Page 111: Trunk Lid (Sedan)
Black plate (113,1) 2-23 Keys and doors & To lock and unlock the trunk Trunk lid (Sedan) trunk lid down until the latch engages. lid release lever S02AI NOTE S02AI03 Do not leave your valuables in the WARNING trunk when you leave your vehicle. .
Page 112 Black plate (114,1) 2-24 Keys and doors handle allows them to open the lid. The Inspection WARNING handle is located on the inside of the trunk S02AI0401 Perform the following steps at least twice lid. Never allow any child to get in the a year to check the release handle for trunk and play with the release correct operation.
Page 113: Rear Gate (Station Wagon)
Also, if the movement of the release handle feels restricted or not entirely smooth during operation, or the handle and/or handle base is cracked, contact your SUBARU dealer. This places the latch in the locked posi- tion. The rear gate can be locked and unlocked using either the keyless entry system or the power door locking switch.
Page 114: Moonroof (If Equipped)
Black plate (116,1) 2-26 Keys and doors Moonroof (if equipped) CAUTION S02AK . Do not jam a plastic bag in or WARNING place cellophane tape on the rear gate stays or scratch the stays . Never let anyone’s hands, arms, while loading or unloading cargo.
Page 115: Tilting/Sliding Moonroof (Sedan)
Black plate (117,1) 2-27 Keys and doors & Tilting/sliding moonroof (Se- NOTE . Never try to check the anti-en- trapment function by deliberately dan) One-touch operation does not take placing part of your body in the place when the moonroof is tilted up S02AK01 Tilt function moonroof.
Page 116: Moonroof (Station Wagon)
Black plate (118,1) 2-28 Keys and doors NOTE To stop the moonroof at a selected mid- Tilting moonroof way position while opening or closing it, S02AK0201 For the sake of safety, it is recom- momentarily push the switch to the mended that you avoid driving with the “OPEN”...
Page 117 Black plate (119,1) 2-29 Keys and doors switch to the “CLOSE” side then quickly Sliding moonroof Sun shade S02AK0202 release it. S02AK0204 The rear moonroof will stop at a position approximately 5.9 in (15 cm) before its fully closed position. After confirming safety, pull the switch to the “CLOSE”...
Page 118: Instruments And Controls
Black plate (5,1) Instruments and controls Ignition switch ............. Canceling the function for meter/gauge needle movement upon turning on the ignition LOCK..............switch ............. 3-24 Acc..............Speedometer ............. 3-24 ON..............Odometer ............3-25 START ..............Double trip meter..........3-25 Key reminder chime ..........Tachometer ............
Page 119 Black plate (6,1) Instruments and controls SPORT mode indicator light (AT vehicles) (if Journey time ............. 3-45 equipped)............3-38 Light control switch........... 3-45 Shift-up indicator light (MT vehicles) Headlights ............3-46 (if equipped)............. 3-38 High/low beam change (dimmer) ......3-46 S# PREP indicator light (if equipped) ....
Page 120: Ignition Switch
Black plate (123,1) Instruments and controls . If the ignition switch will not move tion to the “Acc” or “LOCK” posi- Ignition switch from the “LOCK” position to the “Acc” tion, thereby stopping the engine. S03AA position, turn the steering wheel Also, if the key is attached to a WARNING slightly to the left and right as you turn...
Page 121: Acc
Black plate (124,1) Instruments and controls Manual transmission vehicles & START S03AA0102 S03AA04 CAUTION Do not turn the ignition switch to the “START” position while the engine is running. The engine is started in this position. The starter cranks the engine to start it. When the key is released (after the engine has started), the key automatically returns to the “ON”...
Page 122: Key Reminder Chime
Black plate (125,1) Instruments and controls & Key reminder chime Hazard warning flasher Meters and gauges (Turbo S03AA05 and 3.0-liter models) The reminder chime sounds when the S03AB driver’s door opens and the key is in the S03AC “LOCK” or “Acc” positions. The chime NOTE stops when the key is removed from the Liquid-crystal displays are used in...
Page 123: Speedometer
Black plate (126,1) Instruments and controls ignition switch to start the engine. This controlled such that the engine speed If, while the fuel gauge needle is indicating is not an abnormality. does not become too high even if the the amount of fuel remaining in the tank, accelerator pedal is pressed hard.
Page 124: Temperature Gauge
Black plate (127,1) Instruments and controls NOTE Low fuel warning light CAUTION S03AC0701 Promptly put fuel in the tank when- ever the low fuel warning light comes on. Engine misfires as a result of an empty tank could cause damage to the engine. &...
Page 125: Eco Gauge
Black plate (128,1) Instruments and controls & ECO gauge NOTE We recommend that you drive moderately . The ECO gauge shows only an until the pointer of the temperature gauge S03AC10 reaches near the middle of the range. approximate indication. .
Page 126: Multi-Information Display
Black plate (129,1) Instruments and controls & Operation switch With the ignition switch in the “ON” Multi-information display position, each successive push of the S03BE02 (Turbo and 3.0-liter models) operation switch changes the display in CAUTION S03BE & Display the following sequence: To ensure safety, do not attempt to S03BE01 change the function of the indicator...
Page 127: Odometer And Trip Meter
Black plate (130,1) 3-10 Instruments and controls & Odometer and trip meter that the vehicle has been driven. S03BE05 If you press the trip knob when the ignition Odometer switch is in the “LOCK” or “Acc” position, S03BE0501 the odometer/trip meter will light up. If you do not press the trip knob within 5 seconds of illumination of the odometer/ trip meter, the odometer/trip meter will go...
Page 128: Current And Average Fuel Consumption
Black plate (131,1) 3-11 Instruments and controls off. When either of the trip meter indications is reset, the corresponding average fuel NOTE consumption value is also reset. If the connection between the combina- NOTE tion meter and battery is broken for any .
Page 129: Outside Temperature And Journey Time
Black plate (132,1) 3-12 Instruments and controls & Outside temperature and Outside temperature Journey time journey time S03BE08 The indicator shows the outside tempera- Outside temperature ture in a range from −22 to 1228F (−30 to S03BE0801 508C). The indicator can give a false reading under any of the following conditions: .
Page 130 Black plate (133,1) 3-13 Instruments and controls NOTE After 2 hours have passed for the journey time, the display indication flashes “E/T The outside temperature indication 2:00” at the center of the display for 3 may differ from the actual outside temperature.
Page 131: Driving Range On Remaining Fuel
Black plate (134,1) 3-14 Instruments and controls & Driving range on remaining units of 10 miles (10 km) that can be driven by taking into consideration the fuel fuel remaining in the tank and the average rate S03BE09 of fuel consumption over the last 30 miles (30 km).
Page 132: Clock (Vehicle With Navigation System)
Black plate (135,1) 3-15 Instruments and controls & Clock (Vehicle with Naviga- & Meter settings CAUTION tion System) S03BE12 The following items can be set or regis- To ensure safety, do not attempt to S03BE10 tered on the multi-information display as NOTE set the time during driving, as an desired.
Page 133 Black plate (136,1) 3-16 Instruments and controls initial movement of the meter needles and gauge needles that takes place when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. To change the current setting, take the following steps. 1. Within 10 seconds after turning on the ignition switch, press the “...
Page 134 Black plate (137,1) 3-17 Instruments and controls 2. T h e d i s p l a y s h o w s “ M E T E R tial illumination when regular illumina- tion (for driving) has begun. SETTING”, and then changes to the setting screen.
Page 135 Black plate (138,1) 3-18 Instruments and controls time. When completed, select “OK”, and 2. Select an item that you desire to set with “ ” and “ ”, and press “ /SET”. press “ /SET”. ! Birthday S03BE120202 1. Press “ ”...
Page 136 Black plate (139,1) 3-19 Instruments and controls time. When completed, select “OK”, and press “ /SET”. When an anniversary is registered and the date that was set nears, a message is displayed when the ignition switch is turned on. A week before to the day before 2.
Page 137: Warning Messages And Driver's Information
Black plate (140,1) 3-20 Instruments and controls & Warning messages and dri- SET”. ver’s information S03BE04 When the following safety warning or driver’s information occurs, the interrup- tive message will be indicated on the display. On the date that was set ! Clear all dates NOTE S03BE120204...
Page 138 Black plate (141,1) 3-21 Instruments and controls Canada-spec. vehicles The display shows the interruptive mes- sage for 3 seconds and then returns to its original display. At this time, the specified warning message leaves the “ ” mark on the lower left side of the display. When the “...
Page 139 This warning message indicates a mulfunction of the “SI-DRIVE mode” change. If this warning message is shown on the display, contact your nearest SUBARU dealer and have the SI-DRIVE mode system inspected. The display shows the interruptive warning message for 3 seconds.
Page 140 Black plate (143,1) 3-23 Instruments and controls Driver’s information Details Low temperature information This message is displayed when the outside temperature is 378F (38C). When this message appears on the display, be careful because the road surface may be frozen. For details of this indication, refer to the “...
Page 141: Meters And Gauges (2.5-Liter Non-Turbo Models)
Black plate (144,1) 3-24 Instruments and controls & Canceling the function for Meters and gauges (2.5-liter : Activated meter/gauge needle move- : Deactivated non-turbo models) ment upon turning on the Briefly press the knob to return to the A trip S03AD ignition switch meter indication.
Page 142: Odometer
Black plate (145,1) 3-25 Instruments and controls & Odometer & Double trip meter To set the trip meter to zero, select the A trip or B trip meter by pushing the knob S03AD04 S03AD05 and keep the knob pushed for more than 2 seconds.
Page 143: Tachometer
In this range, fuel injection will If the trip meter shows “ ”, immediately be cut by the engine control module contact the nearest SUBARU dealer and to protect the engine from overrev- have the vehicle communication system ving. The engine will resume run- inspected.
Page 144: Temperature Gauge
Black plate (147,1) 3-27 Instruments and controls door, the fuel gauge needle will drop to the Low fuel warning light CAUTION “E” position and the dial, needle, and rim S03AD0701 will go off. Promptly put fuel in the tank when- ever the low fuel warning light NOTE comes on.
Page 145: Warning And Indicator Lights
Black plate (148,1) 3-28 Instruments and controls We recommend that you drive moderately Warning and indicator lights indicator light (if equipped) until the pointer of the temperature gauge S03AE : Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light reaches near the middle of the range. Several of the warning and indicator lights (if equipped)/Vehicle Dynamics Control Engine operation is optimum with the...
Page 146: Seatbelt Warning Light And Chime
Black plate (149,1) 3-29 Instruments and controls Consult your authorized SUBARU dealer has not yet fastened the seatbelt(s) when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” for repair. position, the seatbelt warning light(s) will & Seatbelt warning light flash for 6 seconds, to warn that the and chime seatbelt(s) is/are unfastened.
Page 147: Srs Airbag System Warning Light
SUBARU dealer for an inspec- . No illumination of the warning . Do not use front seats with their back- tion. light when the ignition switch is ward-forward position and seatback not first turned to the “ON”...
Page 148: Front Passenger's Frontal Airbag On And Off Indicators
SRS airbag ON and OFF indica- necessary could cause serious da- frontal airbag determined by the Subaru mage, which may not be covered by tors advanced frontal airbag system monitor- your vehicle’s warranty.
Page 149: Charge Warning Light
Contact your nearest SUBARU deal- The CHECK ENGINE warning light/mal- If the light comes on while driving or does er for service immediately.
Page 150 ** sec- a low tire pressure telltale when one or SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. onds. This indicates the TPMS is more of your tires is significantly under- unable to monitor all four road inflated.
Page 151: Abs Warning Light
If s03ae10 is working properly. the light remains on, have the NOTE brakes inspected by a SUBARU CAUTION If the warning light behavior is as dealer immediately. described in the following, the ABS . If at all in doubt about whether If the warning light behaves as system may be considered normal.
Page 152: Low Fuel Warning Light
Have Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU the vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected. dealer for repair. 4. If both warning lights come on again...
Page 153: Door Open Warning Light
Have your vehicle checked at For turbo and 3.0-liter models, the engine has started. a SUBARU dealer immediately. opening door is indicated on the multi- . The light does not come on when the For 5-speed automatic transmis- information display.
Page 154: Vehicle Dynamics Control Warning Light
. The indicator light comes on when probably inoperative under any of the vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer as the engine has developed a problem following conditions. Have your vehicle soon as possible.
Page 155: Security Indicator Light
Black plate (158,1) 3-38 Instruments and controls & & SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. S# PREP indicator light SPORT mode indicator . The light does not go out even after the (if equipped) light (AT vehicles) (if S03AE46 lapse of several minutes (the engine has...
Page 156: Selector Lever Position Indicator (At Vehicles) (If Equipped)
Black plate (159,1) 3-39 Instruments and controls & Selector lever position indi- & Gear position indicator (AT & Selector lever and gear posi- cator (AT vehicles) (if vehicles) (if equipped) tion indicator (AT vehicles) (if equipped) S03AE19 equipped) S03AE18 S03AE43 When the manual mode is selected, the gear position indicator (which shows the This indicator shows the position of the...
Page 157: High Beam Indicator Light
S03AF in chapter 11. ing driving, have the vehicle checked NOTE by your nearest SUBARU dealer. & High beam indicator . If your vehicle is a 2.5-liter non-turbo & light Cruise control set in-...
Page 158: Information Display (2.5-Liter Non-Turbo Models Without Navigation System)
Black plate (161,1) 3-41 Instruments and controls Information display (2.5-liter non-turbo models without Navigation System) S03AG NOTE If your vehicle is a 2.5-liter non-turbo model equipped with a navigation sys- & Outside temperature indica- tem, refer to the separate “Operating Instructions for Monitor System”.
Page 159 Black plate (162,1) 3-42 Instruments and controls 378F (38C) or lower, the temperature Road surface freeze warning indi- indication flashes to show that the road cation surface may be frozen. S03AG0101 If the outside temperature drops to 378F (38C) or lower while the display is giving an indication other than the outside temperature, the display switches to the outside temperature indication and flashes...
Page 160: Current Fuel Consumption
Black plate (163,1) 3-43 Instruments and controls & Current fuel consumption & Average fuel consumption last reset. S03AG02 S03AG03 Pressing the trip knob toggles the indica- tion between the average fuel consump- tion corresponding to the A trip meter indication and the average fuel consump- tion corresponding to the B trip meter indication.
Page 161: Driving Range On Remaining Fuel
Black plate (164,1) 3-44 Instruments and controls & Driving range on remaining that can be driven taking into account the amount of fuel remaining in the tank and fuel the average rate of fuel consumption. S03AG04 When the low fuel warning light comes on, the driving range indication flashes for five seconds.
Page 162: Journey Time
Black plate (165,1) 3-45 Instruments and controls & Journey time display is giving an indication other than Light control switch the journey time, the display switches to S03AG05 S03AH the journey time, flashes for five seconds, and returns to its original indication each WARNING time a complete hour has elapsed.
Page 163: Headlights
Black plate (166,1) 3-46 Instruments and controls & Headlights & High/low beam change (dim- & Headlight flasher S03AH01 mer) S03AH03 S03AH02 To turn on the headlights, turn the knob on CAUTION the end of the turn signal lever. To change from low beam to high beam, push the turn signal lever forward.
Page 164: Daytime Running Light System
Black plate (167,1) 3-47 Instruments and controls & Daytime running light system Turn signal lever Illumination brightness con- S03AH04 trol S03AI WARNING S03AJ The brightness of the illumination of the high beam headlights is reduced by the daytime running light system. The light switch must always be turned to the “...
Page 165: Parking Light Switch
Black plate (168,1) 3-48 Instruments and controls NOTE Parking light switch Front fog light switch (if When the control dial is turned fully equipped) S03AK upward, the illumination brightness S03AL becomes the maximum and the auto- matic dimming function does not work at all.
Page 166: Wiper And Washer
The indicator light located on the combi- areas where water freezes in on a dry windshield or rear nation meter will illuminate when the front winter, use SUBARU Windshield window, always use the wind- fog lights are on. Washer Fluid or the equivalent.
Page 167: Windshield Wiper And Washer Switches
Black plate (170,1) 3-50 Instruments and controls & Windshield wiper and washer . Grease, wax, insects or other mate- fluid” section in chapter 11.) rial on the windshield or the wiper switches Also, when driving the vehicle blades results in jerky wiper operation S03AM01 when there are freezing tempera- The wiper operates only when the ignition...
Page 168 Black plate (171,1) 3-51 Instruments and controls Mist (for a single wipe) Wiper intermittent time control (if Washer S03AM0102 S03AM0104 equipped) S03AM0103 For a single wipe of the wipers, pull the To wash the windshield, push the washer When the wiper switch is in the “ ”...
Page 169: Rear Window Wiper And Washer Switch (Station Wagon)
Black plate (172,1) 3-52 Instruments and controls & Rear window wiper and speed is low; shorter when the vehicle Windshield wiper deicer (if speed is high). washer switch (Station wa- equipped) When you subsequently move the selec- gon) S03AN tor lever of the automatic transmission to S03AM02 the “R”...
Page 170: Rear Window Defogger Button
Rear window defogger but- is not complete, you have to push the button to turn the deicer on again. S03AO Your SUBARU dealer can set your wind- shield wiper deicer for continuous opera- tion. Contact your SUBARU dealer for details.
Page 171: Mirrors
S03AP again. . Do not use sharp instruments or Always check that the inside and outside Your SUBARU dealer can set your rear window cleaner containing abra- mirrors are properly adjusted before you window defogger for continuous opera- sives to clean the inner surface start driving.
Page 172: Auto-Dimming Mirror/Compass (If Equipped)
Black plate (175,1) 3-55 Instruments and controls & Auto-dimming mirror/com- button, the compass display is toggled on other similar items. Periodically wipe the or off. When the compass is on, an sensors clean using a piece of dry soft pass (if equipped) illuminated compass reading will appear cotton cloth or an applicator.
Page 173: Outside Mirrors
Black plate (176,1) 3-56 Instruments and controls & Outside mirrors when the ignition switch is in the “ON” or Compass zone adjustment “Acc” position. S03AP0203 S03AP03 1. The zone setting is factory preset to Convex mirror (Passenger side) 1. Turn the knob to the “L” side to adjust Zone 8.
Page 174: Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel
Black plate (177,1) 3-57 Instruments and controls “LOCK” position. If defrosting or defogging Tilt/telescopic steering wheel is desired when you restart your vehicle, S03BF you have to push the button to turn it on again. WARNING NOTE Do not adjust the steering wheel tilt/ .
Page 175: Horn
Black plate (178,1) 3-58 Instruments and controls 5. Make sure that the steering wheel is Horn securely locked by moving it up and down, S03AR and forward and backward. To sound the horn, push the horn pad. 北米Model "A2440BE-A" EDITED: 2006/ 12/ 6...
Page 176 Black plate (7,1) Climate control Ventilator.............. Efficient cooling after parking in direct sunlight ............4-12 Air flow selection ..........Lubrication oil circulation in the refrigerant Center and side ventilators ........circuit.............. 4-12 Manual climate control system (if Checking air conditioning system before summer equipped) ............
Page 177: Climate Control
Black plate (182,1) Climate control Ventilator S04AA & Air flow selection S04AA01 北米Model "A2440BE-A" EDITED: 2006/ 12/ 6...
Page 178: Center And Side Ventilators
Black plate (183,1) Climate control & Center and side ventilators Manual climate control sys- Side ventilators S04AA0202 S04AA02 tem (if equipped) Center ventilators S04AA0201 S04AB & Control panel S04AB01 Open Close Move the tab up and down or right and left Move the tab up and down or right and left to adjust the flow direction.
Page 179 Black plate (184,1) Climate control The fan operates only when the ignition : Air flows through the instrument panel Temperature control dial switch is turned to the “ON” position. The S04AB0101 outlets and the windshield defroster out- fan speed control dial is used to select lets.
Page 180: Heater Operation
Black plate (185,1) Climate control Air conditioner button Air inlet selection button WARNING S04AB0104 S04AB0105 Continued operation in the ON posi- tion may fog up the windows. Switch to the OFF position as soon as the outside dusty condition clears. &...
Page 181 Black plate (186,1) Climate control NOTE on. At the same time, the air inlet air conditioner compressor automati- selection is automatically set to “out- cally operates to quickly defog the Warm air also comes out from the right side air” mode. windshield.
Page 182: Air Conditioner Operation
Black plate (187,1) Climate control 2. Set the air flow control dial to the “ ” 4. Set the temperature control dial to the conditioner button. position. blue side. 3. Set the temperature control dial all the 5. Set the fan speed control dial at the way left.
Page 183: Automatic Climate Control System (If Equipped)
Black plate (188,1) Climate control & Control panel Automatic climate control AUTO button S04AC0101 S04AC01 system (if equipped) AUTO mode operation: S04AC NOTE . Operate the automatic climate con- trol system when the engine is running. . The blower fan rotates at a low speed when the engine coolant tem- perature is low.
Page 184 Black plate (189,1) Climate control OFF button passenger’s side. Each temperature Temperature control dial S04AC0102 S04AC0103 setting is shown on the display. With the dial set at your desired temperature, the system automatically adjusts the tempera- ture of air supplied from the outlets such that the desired temperature is achieved and maintained.
Page 185 Black plate (190,1) 4-10 Climate control A/C – Air conditioner button the air conditioner compressor turns on, Air flow mode selection button air flow is directed towards the windshield S04AC0106 S04AC0107 and front door windows, and the indicator light on the button comes on. After eliminating the fogging from the windshield, return the climate control system to the AUTO mode by pushing...
Page 186: Temperature Sensors
Black plate (191,1) 4-11 Climate control & Temperature sensors When the temperature control dial is Air inlet selection button S04AC0108 turned fully counterclockwise, the recircu- S04AC02 lation mode is automatically selected.) When the outside air mode is selected, a “ ”...
Page 187: Operating Tips For Heater And Air Conditioner
Have your to ensure efficient heating and defrosting. SUBARU dealer perform this check. Since the condenser is located in front of & Cooling and dehumidifying in the radiator, this area should be kept clean...
Page 188: Air Conditioner Compressor Shut-Off When Engine Is Heavily Loaded
& Refrigerant for your climate frequently. Have your filter checked or replaced by your SUBARU dealer. For control system replacement, we recommend the use of a S04AD07 Your air conditioner uses ozone friendly genuine SUBARU air filter kit.
Page 189: Audio
Black plate (9,1) Audio Antenna system ..........Display selection ..........5-14 CD player operation .......... 5-15 Printed antenna........... FM reception ............How to insert a CD (type A)........ 5-15 Satellite radio reception (if equipped) ..How to insert a CD(s) (type B)......5-15 How to play back a CD ........
Page 190: Antenna System
Black plate (196,1) Audio Antenna system Satellite radio recep- tion (if equipped) S05AA & Printed antenna S05AT S05AA01 is a continental U.S. based satellite CAUTION radio service that offers more than 160 coast to coast channels, including music, Do not use sharp instruments or news, sports, talk and children’s program- window cleaner containing abra- ming.
Page 191 Black plate (197,1) Audio satellite radio signals in the follow- ing situations. . If you are driving northward in a coastal area You will notice that the XM satellite radio antenna is fixed to the upper right hand corner of your windscreen. .
Page 192: Installation Of Accessories
Black plate (198,1) Audio Installation of accessories S05AB Always consult your SUBARU dealer before installing a citizen band radio or other transmitting device in your vehicle. Such devices may cause the electronic control system to malfunction if they are incorrectly installed or if they are not suited for the vehicle.
Page 193: Audio Set
“Acc” or “ON” S05AC position. Your SUBARU may be equipped with one of the following audio sets. See the pages . Power and sound controls: refer to indicated in this section for operating details. page 5- s05au &...
Page 194: Type B Audio Set (If Equipped)
Black plate (200,1) Audio & Type B audio set (if equipped) The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “Acc” or “ON” S05AC02 position. . Power and sound controls: refer to page 5- s05au . Radio operation: refer to page 5- s05aw .
Page 195: Power And Sound Controls
Black plate (201,1) Audio & Tone and balance control Power and sound controls To change tone control modes S05AU0201 S05AU02 S05AU & Power switch and volume control S05AU01 Each brief press of the “AUDIO” button The volume control dial normally functions changes control modes in the following as a volume control.
Page 196 Black plate (202,1) Audio To change balance control modes Control mode (Range of levels) S05AU0202 Turn counterclockwise Turn clockwise Each brief press of the “BAL” button Bass control (−6 to +6) For less bass sound For more bass sound changes control modes in the following Midrange control (−6 to +6) For less midrange sound For more midrange sound...
Page 197: Audio Effector Switching (Type B)
Black plate (203,1) Audio & Audio effector switching Control mode (Range of levels) (type B) S05AU03 Turn counterclockwise Turn clockwise Fader control (R9 to F9) To decrease front speaker vo- To decrease rear speaker vo- lume lume 1. When continuing to press the “AUDIO” Balance control (L9 to R9) To increase left speaker vo- To increase right speaker vo-...
Page 198: Fm/Am Radio Operation
Black plate (204,1) 5-10 Audio & Tuning The SRS WOW mode has the following FM/AM radio operation qualities. S05AW02 S05AW & FM/AM selection Manual tuning . Natural feeling of stereophonic ef- S05AW0201 fect S05AW01 . Rich and varied bass sound .
Page 199: Station Preset
Black plate (205,1) 5-11 Audio Scan tuning (SCAN) NOTE to low frequencies). S05AW0204 While you are holding down either side Automatic tuning may not function prop- of the TUNE/TRACK button, the tuning erly if the station reception is weakened by frequency will not stop changing even distance from the station or proximity to if the frequency of a receivable station...
Page 200: Satellite Radio Operation (If Equipped)
To receive satellite radio, it is necessary to based repeaters in heavily populated install the Subaru genuine satellite recei- areas. However, you may still experience ver (dealer option) and to enter into a reception problems in some areas.
Page 201: Channel And Category Selection
Black plate (207,1) 5-13 Audio & Channel and category selec- Category selection Channel scan S05AY0402 S05AY0403 tion S05AY04 Channel selection S05AY0401 Press “ ” of the FOLDER/CATEGORY Press the “ ” side of the SEEK/SCAN button to select the next category and button to change the radio to the SCAN press “...
Page 202: Channel Preset
Black plate (208,1) 5-14 Audio & Channel preset & Display selection Selecting preset channels S05AY0502 S05AY05 S05AY06 How to preset channels S05AY0501 1. Press the “SAT” button to select XM1, XM2 and XM3 reception. 2. Press the SEEK/SCAN button or the TUNE TRACK button to select the chan- nel.
Page 203: Cd Player Operation
Black plate (209,1) 5-15 Audio & How to insert a CD (type A) CD player operation no idle position in the magazine. 2. When the “LOAD” indicator flashes, S05AV01 Hold a disc with a finger in the center hole S05AV insert the disc.
Page 204 Black plate (210,1) 5-16 Audio Press the “CD” button to start playback. Inserting a disc in a desired posi- tion Loading all the magazine (Full disc S05AV0201 loading mode) S05AV0202 2. Press the disc select button at the position where you want to insert a disc. 3.
Page 205: How To Play Back A Cd
Black plate (211,1) 5-17 Audio & To select a track from its start playback of the discs, beginning with player will start playback. the one inserted first. beginning When there are CDs loaded (type B) S05AV04 S05AV0303 If you fail to insert any disc during each 15 Forward direction seconds interval, the full disc loading S05AV0401...
Page 206: Fast-Forwarding And Fast-Reversing
Black plate (212,1) 5-18 Audio & Fast-forwarding and fast-re- Backward direction Fast-reversing S05AV0402 S05AV0502 versing S05AV05 Fast-forwarding S05AV0501 Briefly press the “ ” side of the TUNE/ Press the “ ” side of the TUNE/TRACK TRACK button to skip to the beginning of button continuously to fast-reverse the the current track/file (track).
Page 207: Repeating
Black plate (213,1) 5-19 Audio & Repeating To repeat the currently playing disc/ S05AV06 folder To repeat the currently playing S05AV0602 track/file (track) S05AV0601 If you accidentally press the button and cancel the track/file (track) repeat-play mode, press it again to reselect the repeat-play mode.
Page 208: Random Playback
Black plate (214,1) 5-20 Audio & Random playback . Press the disc select button . Select the radio or AUX mode S05AV07 . Press the “LOAD” button when there is free space in the CD magazine. . Turn off the power of the audio equipment.
Page 209: Scan
Black plate (215,1) 5-21 Audio & Scan NOTE S05AV08 The scan mode will be cancelled if you perform any of the following steps: . Press the “RPT” button . Press the “ ” or “ ” side of the If you accidentally press the button and TUNE/TRACK button cancel the random mode, press it again .
Page 210: Display Selection
Black plate (216,1) 5-22 Audio & Display selection & Folder selection Page (track/folder title) scroll S05AV0901 S05AV09 S05AV11 If, having pressed the “TEXT” button to If you press the “TEXT” button for 0.5 Press the “ ” side of the SEEK/SCAN select FOLDER NAME or FILE NAME second or longer during playback of an button briefly to select the next folder.
Page 211: How To Eject A Cd From The Player (Type A)
Black plate (217,1) 5-23 Audio & How to eject a CD from the & How to eject CDs from the player (type A) player (type B) S05AV12 S05AV13 Ejecting a CD from the player S05AV1301 Of the discs loaded, you can select and remove only one disc.
Page 212: When The Following Messages Are Displayed
If you cannot clear those 1. If you continue to press the “ ” messages, please contact your SUBARU button, the player will produce beep sound dealer. and will enter the all disc ejection mode. At When “PUSH EJECT”...
Page 213: Aux Unit Operation
Black plate (219,1) 5-25 Audio & AUX inputs selection button AUX unit operation low, the sound becomes bad when you turn up the volume of the vehicle audio S05AN02 S05AN & AUX jack system. In this case, adjust the sound volume of the portable audio player.
Page 214: Audio Control Buttons (If Equipped)
Black plate (220,1) 5-26 Audio Audio control buttons (if The track/file (track) number will be shown *1: The frequency last received in the selected on the audio display. waveband will be displayed. equipped) ! With SAT mode selected *2: Only when a CD is in the player. S05AG S05AG010104 These buttons are located on the spokes...
Page 215: Precautions To Observe When Handling A Compact Disc
Black plate (221,1) 5-27 Audio Precautions to observe when MUTE button S05AG0103 handling a compact disc S05AH Use only compact discs (CDs, CD-Rs and CD-RWs) that have the mark shown in the following. Also, some compact discs cannot be played. Press this button if you wish to immedi- ately cut the volume to zero.
Page 216 Black plate (222,1) 5-28 Audio there are deposits, wipe the disc surface from the center outward with a dry, soft cloth. Be sure not to use a hard cloth, thinner, benzene, alcohol, etc. . Do not use any disc that is scratched, deformed, or cracked.
Page 217 Black plate (11,1) Interior equipment Interior light ............To remove the cover housing ......6-13 To remove the rear gate board ......6-13 Dome light ............Stowage of the cargo area cover and rear gate Cargo area light (Station wagon)......board ..............
Page 218: Interior Equipment
Black plate (226,1) Interior equipment Interior light The setting of the period for which the light Map light stays on can be changed by a SUBARU S06AA S06AB dealer. When leaving your vehicle, make sure the Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer for light is turned off to avoid battery dis- charge.
Page 219: Sun Visors
Remote keyless entry system” s02ae section in chapter 2 for detailed informa- tion. The setting of the period for which the light stays on can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer for details. – CONTINUED –...
Page 220: Vanity Mirror With Light
Black plate (228,1) Interior equipment & Vanity mirror with light Storage compartment S06AC02 S06AD 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 dazzle.
Page 221: Glove Box
Black plate (229,1) Interior equipment & Glove box & Center console box To use as storage space: S06AD01 S06AD02 Center console box (front) Slide the sliding lid (near the parking brake Lock lever) toward the rear. Unlock If you remove the divider plate from the dual cupholders, you can use the center To open the glove box, pull the handle.
Page 222: Center Panel Compartment (If Equipped)
Black plate (230,1) Interior equipment Center console box (rear) CAUTION If you hold the divider plate at the top while turning it counterclock- wise, it may break. To use again as cupholders: To open the center panel compartment, pull up the edge of the bottom of the panel Pull up the lock release knob at the bottom lid.
Page 223: Overhead Console (If Equipped)
Black plate (231,1) Interior equipment & Overhead console (if & Pocket Cup holder equipped) S06AD08 S06AE S06AD04 CAUTION . When not in use, always keep the cup holder stored while driving to reduce the risk of injury in the event of a sudden stop or an accident.
Page 224: Front Passenger's Cup Holder
Black plate (232,1) Interior equipment & Front passenger’s cup holder & Rear passenger’s cup holder Accessory power outlets S06AE01 S06AE02 S06AF The dual cup holder is built into the center Outlet beside front pocket console near the parking brake lever. The rear passenger’s cup holder is located on the lower side of the back of Outlet in center console...
Page 225 Black plate (233,1) Interior equipment or more outlets simultaneously, the total simultaneously, the total power power consumed by them must not consumed by them must not exceed 120W. exceed 120W. Overloading the accessory power outlet can CAUTION cause a short circuit. Do not use double adapters or more than .
Page 226: Coat Hook
Black plate (234,1) 6-10 Interior equipment Coat hook WARNING S06AH & Rear passenger area Do not hang coat hangers or other S06AH01 hard or pointed objects on the coat hooks. If such items were hanging on the coat hooks during deploy- ment of the SRS curtain airbags, they could cause serious injuries by coming off the coat hooks and being...
Page 227: Shopping Bag Hook
Black plate (235,1) 6-11 Interior equipment & For Station wagon models Shopping bag hook S06AI02 S06AI CAUTION Do not hang items on the shopping bag hook that weigh 11 lbs (5 kg) or more. & For Sedan models S06AI01 The coat hook is attached to each rear passenger’s hand grip.
Page 228: Floor Mat
Black plate (236,1) 6-12 Interior equipment Floor mat Cargo area cover (if equipped) S06AJ S06AK The cargo area cover is provided for covering the cargo area and to protect its contents from direct sunlight. This cover is detachable to make room for additional cargo.
Page 229: To Remove The Cover Housing
Black plate (237,1) 6-13 Interior equipment & To remove the rear gate the rear gate board, rotate the rear gate WARNING board toward you, and pull it out down- board ward. Do not place anything on the ex- S06AK03 tended cover. Putting excessive &...
Page 230: To Install The Cover Housing
Black plate (238,1) 6-14 Interior equipment & To install the cover housing S06AK05 2. To keep the lid open, hang the hook 4. Stow the cover housing and rear gate (provided on the back of the lid) on the board in the cargo area end. To install the cover housing, insert both rear edge of the roof.
Page 231: To Install The Rear Gate Board
Black plate (239,1) 6-15 Interior equipment & To install the rear gate board Stowage boxes (Station wa- S06AK06 gon) S06AL Rotate the rear gate board toward you until its top touches the rear gate panel. Insert (tipped at an angle) the hooks on the rear gate board into the holes in the rear gate panel.
Page 232: Convenient Tie-Down Hooks (If Equipped)
Black plate (240,1) 6-16 Interior equipment Convenient tie-down hooks storing recesses. Under-floor storage compart- (if equipped) ment S06AM S06AN The subfloor storage compartment is CAUTION located under the floor of the trunk or cargo area and can be used to store small The convenient tie-down hooks are items.
Page 233: Sedan
Black plate (241,1) 6-17 Interior equipment & Sedan keep the lid open. HomeLink® Wireless Control S06AN01 System (if equipped) S06AO & Station wagon HomeLink® buttons S06AN02 Indicator light Hand-held transmitter* * Not part of your vehicle’s keyless entry system but of a HomeLink®-compatible device.
Page 234: Garage Door Opener Programming In The U.s.a
Black plate (242,1) 6-18 Interior equipment NOTE desired device. For details on the device garage door opener or other . After programming your HomeLink® types which can be operated by this device. Make sure that people system, consult the HomeLink website at and objects are out of the way Wireless Control System for the de- www.homelink.com or call 1-800-355-...
Page 235: Programming Rolling-Code-Protected Garage Door Openers In The U.s.a
Black plate (243,1) 6-19 Interior equipment your garage door opener may be pro- tected by a rolling code feature. In this case you need to perform the additional steps for “Programming rolling-code-pro- tected garage door openers in the U.S.A.” described in the following. NOTE Rolling-code-protected garage door openers are manufactured after 1996.
Page 236: Programming For Entrance Gates And Garage Door Openers In Canada
Black plate (244,1) 6-20 Interior equipment may make the programming quicker trol System and your garage door opener and easier. should activate when the HomeLink® button is pressed. & Programming for entrance gates and garage door open- ers in Canada S06AO03 1.
Page 237: Programming Other Devices
Black plate (245,1) 6-21 Interior equipment memory of all three buttons. opener by pressing the programmed 3. Press and hold the hand-held trans- HomeLink® button. mitter button. The HomeLink® indicator 3. Hold the end of the entrance gate’s/ light will flash, first slowly and then rapidly. garage door opener’s hand-held transmit- &...
Page 238 Black plate (246,1) 6-22 Interior equipment www.homelink.com or call 1-800-355- 3515 for assistance. 北米Model "A2440BE-A" EDITED: 2006/ 12/ 6...
Page 239: Starting And Operating
Black plate (13,1) Starting and operating Automatic transmission – 4-speed....Fuel ..............7-18 Fuel requirements ..........Selector lever ............ 7-18 Fuel filler lid and cap........... Selector lever reverse inhibiting function.... 7-20 State emission testing (U.S. only)...... Selection of manual mode........7-20 Maximum speeds..........
Page 240 Black plate (14,1) Starting and operating ABS warning light ..........7-35 Parking your vehicle ......... 7-44 Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) Parking brake ............ 7-44 system ............. 7-36 Parking tips ............7-45 Steps to take if EBD system fails ......7-36 Cruise control ............
Page 241: Fuel
Black plate (249,1) Starting and operating NOTE Fuel Fuel octane rating S07AA0103 Be sure to use premium unleaded This octane rating is the average of the S07AA gasoline of 91 AKI or higher for a 2.5- Research Octane and Motor Octane CAUTION liter turbo engine model.
Page 242 . If undesirable driveability problems are your vehicle, but should contain no more SUBARU Dealer for service. If it is than 15% MTBE or 10% ethanol for the determined that the condition is caused experienced and you suspect they may be by the type of fuel used, repairs may not proper operation of your SUBARU.
Page 243: Fuel Filler Lid And Cap
SUBARU Limited Warranty. & Fuel filler lid and cap S07AA02 Always use a genuine SUBARU fuel filler cap. If you use the wrong cap, it may not fit or have proper venting, and your fuel tank and emission control system might be damaged.
Page 244 Black plate (252,1) Starting and operating gauge. This indicates that the fuel filler CAUTION door (lid) is located on the right side of the vehicle. Make sure that the cap is tightened . If the fuel filler cap is not tightened until it clicks to prevent fuel spillage until it clicks or if the tether is caught in the event of an accident.
Page 245: State Emission Testing (U.s. Only)
Black plate (253,1) Starting and operating State emission testing (U.S. in order to meet their obligation under not damage an AWD SUBARU vehicle. federal law to implement stricter vehicle Under no circumstances should the rear only) emission standards to reduce air pollution...
Page 246: Preparing To Drive
3. Look under the vehicle for any sign of emission re-inspection. leaks. . Owners of rejected or failing vehicles 4. Check that the hood, trunk (Sedan) should contact their SUBARU Dealer for and rear gate (Station wagon) are fully service. closed. 5. Check the adjustment of the seat.
Page 247: Starting The Engine
(4) If the engine still refuses to start, 4. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” warning and indicator lights. Refer to the contact your nearest SUBARU dealer “ position and check the operation of the Warning and indicator lights”...
Page 248: Stopping The Engine
“START” position without depressing the accelerator pedal. (4) If the engine still refuses to start, contact your nearest SUBARU dealer for assistance. 6. Confirm that all warning and indicator lights have gone out after the engine has...
Page 249: Remote Engine Start System (Dealer Option)
Black plate (257,1) 7-11 Starting and operating Remote engine start system an additional four times. If the vehicle fails to start after the additional attempts, the (dealer option) remote engine start system will abort and S07AZ return to a non activated state. WARNING &...
Page 250: Entering The Vehicle While It Is Running Via Remote Start
Black plate (258,1) 7-12 Starting and operating To disengage the service mode & Entering the vehicle while it transmitter within a few seconds immedi- S07AZ0502 Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” ately following remote engine start shut- is running via remote start position, depress and hold the brake down.
Page 251: System Maintenance
Black plate (259,1) 7-13 Starting and operating 1. Open the driver’s door (the driver’s feature ON or OFF each time. door must remain opened throughout the 7. To exit the remote transmitter and entire process). feature programming mode, turn the igni- tion switch to the “LOCK”...
Page 252 Black plate (260,1) 7-14 Starting and operating Manual transmission – 5 on the old batteries before removing them to ensure that the new batteries are speeds inserted properly (battery “+” should be S07AX pointed away from the transmitter circuit board on both batteries). WARNING 3.
Page 253: Driving Tips
Black plate (261,1) 7-15 Starting and operating each gear position except for brief accel- Shift up mph (km/h) eration in an emergency. The tach- 1st to 2nd 15 (24) ometer’s needle will enter the red area if these speeds are exceeded. Failure to 2nd to 3rd 25 (40) observe this precaution can lead to...
Page 254: Manual Transmission - 6 Speeds
Black plate (262,1) 7-16 Starting and operating Manual transmission – 6 cause clutch damage. lever knob. Do not drive with your hand resting on the speeds (2.5GT spec.B) & Selecting reverse gear shift lever. This may cause wear on the S07BA S07BA03 transmission components.
Page 255: Shifting Speeds
Black plate (263,1) 7-17 Starting and operating NOTE let up on the clutch pedal. can result in engine damage. If it is difficult to shift into gear, put the Never exceed posted speed limits. In addition, sudden application of transmission in neutral, release the clutch engine brakes when the vehicle is pedal momentarily, and then try again.
Page 256: Automatic Transmission - 4-Speed
Black plate (264,1) 7-18 Starting and operating Automatic transmission – 4- which the on-board computer has forward driving positions into the “R” position or vice versa until collected and stored in memory to speed allow the transmission to shift at the the vehicle has completely S07AG most appropriate times for the current...
Page 257 Black plate (265,1) 7-19 Starting and operating neutral. to the floor and hold that position. The P (Park) S07AG0101 transmission will automatically downshift During coasting, there is no engine brak- This position is for parking the vehicle and to 3rd, 2nd or 1st gear. When you release ing effect.
Page 258: Selector Lever Reverse Inhibiting Function
“N” position to the “R” position function fails, have the vehicle inspected . Automatic downshifts to 3rd or 2nd by the nearest SUBARU dealer. has become impossible, turn the ignition may occur even when driving on a level switch back to the “ON”...
Page 259 Black plate (267,1) 7-21 Starting and operating . If you attempt to shift up when the selector lever. vehicle speed is too low, the transmis- sion will not respond. . You can perform a skip-shift (for example, from 4th to 2nd) by operating the selector lever twice in rapid suc- cession.
Page 260: Maximum Speeds
Black plate (268,1) 7-22 Starting and operating mph (km/h) & Maximum speeds “D” position. Use the brake instead. Position 2.5-liter non-turbo models . The engine may, on rare occasions, S07AG03 34 (55) knock when the vehicle rapidly acceler- WARNING 64 (103) ates or rapidly pulls away from a standstill.
Page 261: Shift Lock Release
6. Remove the screwdriver from the hole. to jump forward or backward. Depress the brake pedal and start the engine. Take your vehicle to the nearest SUBARU CAUTION dealer immediately to have the system . Shift into the “P” or “R” position repaired.
Page 262: Selector Lever
Black plate (270,1) 7-24 Starting and operating using “SPORT” mode (2.5-liter non-turbo transmission fluid) is replaced, you chocks are used in the wheels. may feel that the automatic transmis- models) or manual mode. This may cause the automatic sion operation is somewhat unusual. transmission fluid to overheat.
Page 263 Black plate (271,1) 7-25 Starting and operating lever to the “R” position. then move it toward the “+” and “−” ends. WARNING ! While climbing a grade N (Neutral) Do not drive the vehicle with the S07AH010401 S07AH0103 This position is for restarting a stalled When driving up a hill, undesired upshift to selector lever in the “N”...
Page 264: Selector Lever Reverse Inhibiting Function
(86 km/h). function fails, have the vehicle inspected . Automatic downshifts to 4th or 3rd by the nearest SUBARU dealer. has become impossible, turn the ignition switch back to the “ON” position then may occur even when driving on a level &...
Page 265 Black plate (273,1) 7-27 Starting and operating selector lever or the paddle shift switch behind the steering wheel (turbo and 3.0- liter models only). 2.5-liter non-turbo models Upshift indicator Downshift indicator For turbo and 3.0-liter models, with the Gear position indicator vehicle either moving or stationary, move the selector lever from the “D”...
Page 266: Maximum Speeds
Black plate (274,1) 7-28 Starting and operating shifting.) twice in rapid succession. Using the paddle shift (turbo and . The transmission automatically se- 3.0-liter models) Also, if you subsequently ease off the lects 1st gear when the vehicle stops S07AH0302 accelerator pedal and then accelerate moving.
Page 267: Driving Tips
Black plate (275,1) 7-29 Starting and operating The following tables show the maximum position on an uphill grade by using the “D” position. Use the brake instead. speeds that are possible with each differ- . The engine may, on rare occasions, ent gear.
Page 268: Drive (Turbo And 3.0-Liter Models)
For smooth, efficient performance driv- engine. S07BC SI-DRIVE (Subaru Intelligent Drive) works Take your vehicle to the nearest SUBARU to maximize engine performance, control dealer immediately to have the system and efficiency. repaired. This system consists of three modes: Intelligent (I), Sport (S), and Sport Sharp (S#).
Page 269: Sport (S) Mode
Black plate (277,1) 7-31 Starting and operating & Sport (S) mode & Sport Sharp (S#) mode S07BC03 S07BC04 For all-around performance driving For maximum performance driving When Intelligent (I) mode is selected in vehicles equipped with a manual trans- mission, a shift-up indicator “ ”...
Page 270: Drive Sport Sharp (S#) Switch
Black plate (278,1) 7-32 Starting and operating . While the engine is running, if the After performing this operation, the switch returns to its original location. CHECK ENGINE warning light/malfunc- tion indicator light comes on, the SI- drive mode changes to the Sport (S) mode.
Page 271: Rear Viscous Limited Slip Differential (Lsd) (If Equipped)
Black plate (279,1) 7-33 Starting and operating Rear viscous limited slip dif- Power steering Braking ferential (LSD) (if equipped) S07AJ S07AK & Braking tips S07AI CAUTION S07AK01 CAUTION WARNING Do not hold the steering wheel at the . Never start the engine while a tire fully locked position left or right for Never rest your foot on the brake more than five seconds.
Page 272: Brake System
SUBARU dealer. over deep newly fallen snow, that will turn off the brake booster, result- stopping distances may be long- ing in poor braking power.
Page 273: Abs System Self-Check
SUBARU dealer. 2.5-liter non-turbo models The ABS warning light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON”...
Page 274: Electronic Brake Force Distribution (Ebd) System
Black plate (282,1) 7-36 Starting and operating & Steps to take if EBD system NOTE Electronic Brake Force Dis- fails If the warning light behavior is as tribution (EBD) system described in the following, the ABS S07AM01 S07AM system may be considered normal. The EBD system maximizes the effective- .
Page 275: Vehicle Dynamics Control System (If Equipped)
ABS warning faulty. Drive carefully to the nearest system (if equipped) light come on simultaneously. SUBARU dealer and have the system S07AN inspected. The EBD system may be faulty if the 6. If the brake fluid level is below the...
Page 276 Dynamics Control, have an adjusts the engine’s output and the tion noise may be noticed coming from authorized SUBARU dealer per- wheels’ respective braking forces to help the engine compartment. This noise is form an inspection of that sys- maintain traction and directional control.
Page 277: Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor
Control system; if either should occur, Vehicle Dynamics Control. have an authorized SUBARU dealer carry . All four wheels should be fitted with out an inspection of that system at the first Turbo and 3.0-liter models available opportunity.
Page 278 Starting and operating tion switch has been turned to the ON Control system; if any should occur, have position. an authorized SUBARU dealer carry out an inspection of the system at the first Vehicle Dynamics Control warning available opportunity. light/Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF .
Page 279: Vehicle Dynamics Control Off Switch
. When an engine problem occurs SUBARU dealer carry out an inspection of those systems at the first available oppor- and the CHECK ENGINE warning light/ tunity.
Page 280: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) (If Equipped)
Black plate (288,1) 7-42 Starting and operating Vehicle Dynamics Control system, the “ ” Dynamics Control system. Do not de- Tire pressure monitoring indicator light goes off. activate the Vehicle Dynamics Control system (TPMS) (if equipped) system except when absolutely neces- With the Vehicle Dynamics Control system S07AO sary.
Page 281 (for example, ** seconds, promptly contact a speed to at least 20 mph (32 km/h) a blow-out caused by running over a SUBARU dealer to have the system to start the TPMS re-checking of the sharp object). inspected.
Page 282: Parking Your Vehicle
Black plate (290,1) 7-44 Starting and operating & Parking brake cluding interference that may cause Parking your vehicle undesired operation. S07AP01 S07AP Changes or modifications not ex- CAUTION WARNING pressly approved by the party respon- Never drive while the parking brake sible for compliance could void the .
Page 283: Parking Tips
Black plate (291,1) 7-45 Starting and operating engine is running, the parking brake headed up the hill, the front wheels should Cruise control warning light comes on. After starting the be turned away from the curb. S07AQ vehicle, be sure that the warning light has Cruise control enables you to maintain a gone out before the vehicle is driven.
Page 284: To Set Cruise Control
Black plate (292,1) 7-46 Starting and operating & To set cruise control release it. Then release the accelerator pedal. S07AQ01 2.5-liter non-turbo models The “ ” indicator light on the combi- 1. Push the “CRUISE” main switch but- Turbo and 3.0-liter models nation meter will come on.
Page 285: To Temporarily Cancel The Cruise Control
Black plate (293,1) 7-47 Starting and operating & To turn off the cruise control . Shift the selector lever into the “N” The vehicle will maintain the desired speed. position (automatic transmission vehicles S07AQ03 There are two ways to turn off the cruise only).
Page 286: Cruise Control Indicator Light
Black plate (294,1) 7-48 Starting and operating desired speed, press the “SET/COAST” When the difference between the actual To decrease the speed (by button) vehicle speed and the set speed is less S07AQ0406 button once. Now the desired speed is set than 4 mph (6.8 km/h), the set speed can and the vehicle will keep running at that be increased 1 mph (1.6 km/h) each time...
Page 287: Cruise Control Set Indicator Light
Black plate (295,1) 7-49 Starting and operating ENGINE warning light/malfunction in- dicator light flash simultaneously dur- ing driving, have the vehicle checked by your nearest SUBARU dealer. & Cruise control set indicator light S07AQ06 2.5-liter non-turbo models 2.5-liter non-turbo models...
Page 288 Black plate (15,1) Driving tips New vehicle break-in driving – the first Tire chains ............8-13 1,000 miles (1,600 km) ........Rocking the vehicle ........... 8-13 Loading your vehicle......... 8-14 Fuel economy hints ..........Vehicle capacity weight........8-15 Engine exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ... GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Catalytic converter ..........
Page 289: Driving Tips
Black plate (298,1) Driving tips New vehicle break-in driving Fuel economy hints chapter 3 for details. – the first 1,000 miles (1,600 S08AB The following suggestions will help to save your fuel. S08AA . Select the proper gear position for the The performance and long life of your speed and road conditions.
Page 290: Engine Exhaust Gas (Carbon Monoxide)
Black plate (299,1) Driving tips Engine exhaust gas (Carbon Catalytic converter exhaust fumes are entering the vehicle, have the problem monoxide) S08AD checked and corrected as soon S08AC WARNING as possible. If you must drive under these conditions, drive WARNING .
Page 291: Periodic Inspections
(misfiring, back- firing or incomplete combustion), have 2.5-liter turbo models your vehicle checked and repaired by an authorized SUBARU dealer. . Do not apply undercoating or rust prevention treatment to the heat shield of catalytic converter and the exhaust sys- tem.
Page 292: Driving In Foreign Countries
By shifting power between the front and . Confirm the availability of the correct . Always maintain a safe driving rear wheels, SUBARU AWD can also “ fuel. (Refer to the Fuel requirements” s07aa01...
Page 293: Off Road Driving
Off road driving damage not eligible for repair under braking, speedometer/odometer calibra- warranty. If you do take your SUBARU S08AH tion, and clearance between the body off road, you should review the common and tires. It also may be dangerous and...
Page 294 Remember that damage done to your sudden stops or jolts, unsecured cargo or the exhaust pipe or water splashing SUBARU while operating it off-road and could be thrown around in the vehicle and onto electrical parts may damage your – CONTINUED –...
Page 295: Winter Driving
Do not use engine antifreeze or other substitutes because they may damage the paint of the vehicle. SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid con- tains 58.5% methyl alcohol and 41.5% surfactant, by volume. Its freezing tem- & Operation during cold...
Page 296: Driving On Snowy And Icy Roads
Instead, observe the following. 1. Place the shift lever in “1” or “R” for If your SUBARU is not going to be used Before driving your vehicle manual transmission vehicles, and in “P” for an extended period, it is best to have...
Page 297: Corrosion Protection
Black plate (306,1) 8-10 Driving tips wiper blades (winter blades) during the Wiper operation when snowing CAUTION S08AI0201 seasons you could have snow and sub- Before driving in cold weather, make sure zero temperatures. Blades of this type Avoid prolonged continuous driving the wiper blades are not frozen to the give superior wiping performance in in snowstorms.
Page 298: Snow Tires
Black plate (307,1) 8-11 Driving tips & Snow tires . Do not use a combination of OUTBACK models S08AI0402 S08AI04 radial, belted bias or bias tires All models except OUTBACK or since it may cause dangerous WARNING 2.5GT spec.B handling characteristics and lead S08AI0401 .
Page 299 Black plate (308,1) 8-12 Driving tips . Do not use a combination of You should be aware that some winter tires. It also may be dangerous tires with that same size designation radial, belted bias or bias tires and lead to loss of vehicle con- may actually be too large for the since it may cause dangerous trol.
Page 300: Tire Chains
Black plate (309,1) 8-13 Driving tips & Rocking the vehicle your vehicle, be sure to use the correct tire tires size and type. You must install four winter S08AI06 . 2.5GT spec.B model and 3.0R If you must rock the vehicle to free it from tires that are of the same size, construc- (Sedan) model: 215/45R18 tires snow, sand, or mud, depress the accel-...
Page 301: Loading Your Vehicle
Black plate (310,1) 8-14 Driving tips . Do not place anything on the rear Loading your vehicle possible. shelf behind the rear seatback . When you carry something inside S08AJ (for Sedan) or the extended lug- the vehicle, secure it whenever WARNING gage cover (for Station wagon).
Page 302: Vehicle Capacity Weight
Black plate (311,1) 8-15 Driving tips & Vehicle capacity weight side door pillar. It includes the total weight optional equipment and trailer tongue of the driver and all passengers and their load. Therefore, the GVW changes de- S08AJ01 belongings, any optional equipment such pending on the situation.
Page 303: Roof Rail And Crossbar (If Equipped)
Black plate (312,1) 8-16 Driving tips & Roof rail and crossbar (if ment and cargo does not exceed Installing carrying attachments on equipped) the maximum load limit. Over- the crossbars S08AJ0301 loading may cause damage to S08AJ03 When installing any carrying attachment the vehicle and create a safety such as a bike carrier, ski carrier, kayak hazard.
Page 304 Black plate (313,1) 8-17 Driving tips ! To remove the crossbar 2. Carefully raise the crossbar from roof S08AJ030201 rails. ! To install the front crossbar S08AJ030202 Front crossbar: Front crossbar has 100 LBS Load Label on left-hand side. 3. The crossbar with the 100 LBS Load Label attached onto it is the front crossbar.
Page 305 Black plate (314,1) 8-18 Driving tips 10 in (250 mm) Lower clamp 6. Adjust the alignment of the crossbar T-30 torx® head screw on the roof rails, and if available, use a T- 4. Install the front crossbar so that the 30 torx®...
Page 306: Trailer Hitch (If Equipped)
Black plate (315,1) 8-19 Driving tips NOTE Rear crossbar: Trailer hitch (if equipped) Before each use of the roof crossbar, S08AK make sure the four T-30 crossbar WARNING clamp screws have been checked, and retightened if necessary to 35 lbf·in .
Page 307: Connecting A Trailer
Black plate (316,1) 8-20 Driving tips & Connecting a trailer could get loose and create a traffic safety hazard. S08AK01 1. Remove the receiver cover from the . Use only the ball mount supplied hitch receiver tube. Then insert the ball with this hitch.
Page 308: When You Do Not Tow A Trailer
Black plate (317,1) 8-21 Driving tips 5. Use only a hitch ball that is appropriate watercraft. WARNING for the ball mount and your trailer. The & When you do not tow a trailer hitch ball must be securely installed on the Do not connect safety chains to part S08AK02 .
Page 309: Trailer Towing
& Maximum load limits of correct equipment and cautious opera- S08AL02 tion of your vehicle. Seek the advice of your SUBARU dealer to assist you in WARNING purchasing a hitch and other necessary Never exceed the maximum load towing equipment appropriate for your limits explained in the following.
Page 310 Black plate (319,1) 8-23 Driving tips 3.0-liter models Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) and Conditions Maximum total trailer weight Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) When towing a trailer without brakes. 1,000 lbs (453 kg) S08AL0202 When towing a trailer with brakes. 3,000 lbs (1,360 kg) 1,500 lbs (680 kg) When towing a trailer on a long uphill grade...
Page 311 Black plate (320,1) 8-24 Driving tips The total weight applied to each axle Tongue load (GAW) must never exceed the Gross Axle S08AL0204 Weight Rating (GAWR). The front and rear GAWs can be adjusted by relocating passengers and luggage inside the vehi- cle.
Page 312: Trailer Hitches
Black plate (321,1) 8-25 Driving tips & Trailer hitches S08AL03 WARNING Never drill the frame or under-body of your vehicle to install a commer- cial trailer hitch. If you do, danger- ous exhaust gas, water or mud may enter the passenger compartment through the drilled hole.
Page 313: Connecting A Trailer
OUTBACK wagon tem. S08AL0301 & Connecting a trailer The use of a genuine SUBARU trailer Trailer safety chains hitch is recommended. A genuine S08AL04 S08AL0402 SUBARU hitch is available from your...
Page 314: Trailer Towing Tips
In the event your vehicle gets a flat tire are connected properly, please consult when towing a trailer, ask a commercial your SUBARU dealer. Check for proper road service to repair the flat tire. operation of the turn signals, the brake...
Page 315 – the side mirrors provide a good trucks or buses. If swaying occurs, firmly immediately by the nearest SUBARU rearward field of view without a sig- grip the steering wheel and slow down dealer.
Page 316 Black plate (325,1) 8-29 Driving tips Driving on grades mission, avoid using the accelerator pedal S08AL0503 . Before going down a steep hill, slow to stay stationary on an uphill slope down and shift into lower gear (if neces- instead of using the parking brake or foot sary, use 1st gear) in order to utilize the brake.
Page 317 Black plate (17,1) In case of emergency If you park your vehicle in an emergency..If no steam is coming from the engine compartment ........... 9-13 Temporary spare tire........... Towing ..............9-14 Flat tires............... Towing and tie-down hooks........ 9-14 Changing a flat tire..........Using a flat-bed truck.........
Page 318: In Case Of Emergency
(TPMS) is unable to monitor all four road wheels. Contact your The hazard warning flasher can be acti- SUBARU dealer as soon as pos- vated regardless of the ignition switch sible for tire and sensor replace- position.
Page 319 Black plate (329,1) In case of emergency CAUTION Never use any temporary spare tire other than the original. Using other sizes may result in severe mechan- ical damage to the drive train of your vehicle. The temporary spare tire is smaller and lighter than a conventional tire and is designed for emergency use only.
Page 320: Flat Tires
Black plate (330,1) In case of emergency . Always turn off the engine before Flat tires raising the flat tire off the ground S09AC using the jack. Never swing or If you have a flat tire while driving, never push the vehicle supported with brake suddenly;...
Page 321 Black plate (331,1) In case of emergency Sedan: Station wagon 4. Take out the jack and tool bucket. Jack handle 1. Lift the handle of the floor cover and Jack and tool bucket hook the handle onto the trunk edge. Spare tire 5.
Page 322 Black plate (332,1) In case of emergency the rear edge of the roof to keep the lid open. 6. Turn the attaching bolt counterclock- 4. Take out the jack and tool bucket. wise, then take the spare tire out. 2. Remove the left-hand part of the lid Station wagon: and take out the jack handle.
Page 323 Black plate (333,1) In case of emergency Turn the jackscrew by hand until the jack 6. Turn the attaching bolt counterclock- 7. Loosen the wheel nuts using the wheel head engages firmly into the jack-up point. wise, then take spare tire out. nut wrench but do not remove the nuts.
Page 324 Black plate (334,1) In case of emergency 10. Remove the wheel nuts and the flat wheel nuts. Tighten them by hand. approximately 88 to 110 lbs (40 to 50 kg) tire. at the top of the wheel nut wrench. Never WARNING use your foot on the wheel nut wrench or a pipe extension on the wrench because...
Page 325: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) (If Equipped)
This indicates the TPMS is example, a blow-out caused running over unable to monitor all four road a sharp object). wheels. Contact your SUBARU deal- er as soon as possible for tire and WARNING sensor replacement and/or system resetting.
Page 326: Jump Starting
If the light illuminates steadily after eye protectors, and remove metal blinking for ** seconds, promptly objects such as rings, bands or S09AD contact a SUBARU dealer to have other metal jewelry. WARNING the system inspected. . Be sure the jumper cables and clamps on them do not have .
Page 327: How To Jump Start
Black plate (337,1) 9-11 In case of emergency & How to jump start S09AD01 1. Make sure the booster battery is 12 volts and the negative terminal is grounded. 2. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, do not let the two vehicles touch. 3.
Page 328 Black plate (338,1) 9-12 In case of emergency Connect one jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal on the discharged battery. Connect the other end of the jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the booster battery. Connect one end of the other cable to the negative (−) terminal of the booster battery.
Page 329: Engine Overheating
Black plate (339,1) 9-13 In case of emergency 5. Start the engine of the vehicle with the Engine overheating the engine and contact your authorized booster battery and run it at moderate dealer for repair. S09AE speed. Then start the engine of the vehicle 3.
Page 330: Towing
1. Take out the towing hook, screwdriver and wheel nut wrench from the on board tool bucket. If towing is necessary, it is best done by your SUBARU dealer or a commercial towing service. Observe the following procedures for safety. 北米Model "A2440BE-A" EDITED: 2006/ 12/ 6...
Page 331 Black plate (341,1) 9-15 In case of emergency 4. Screw the towing hook into the thread 4. Likewise, insert the screwdriver still hole until the threads can no longer be wrapped with cloth or vinyl into the cutout seen. between the towing hook cover and the bumper.
Page 332 Black plate (342,1) 9-16 In case of emergency Rear towing hook: The rear towing hook is located below the center of the rear bumper. The front tie-down hooks are located 6. Tighten the towing hook securely between each of the front tires and the using a wheel nut wrench.
Page 333: Using A Flat-Bed Truck
Black plate (343,1) 9-17 In case of emergency 3. Secure the vehicle onto the carrier running. Because the engine is WARNING properly with safety chains. Each safety turned off, it will take greater chain should be equally tightened and Use the rear tie-down hooks only for effort to operate the brake pedal care must be taken not to pull the chains and steering wheel.
Page 334: Rear Gate (Station Wagon) - If The Rear Gate Cannot Be Unlocked
Black plate (344,1) 9-18 In case of emergency Rear gate (Station wagon) – if towed. 4. Take up slack in the towline slowly to the rear gate cannot be un- prevent damage to the vehicle. locked S09AG In the event that you cannot unlock the rear gate by operating the power door locking switches or the remote keyless entry system, you can unlock it from inside...
Page 335: Maintenance Tools
Black plate (345,1) 9-19 In case of emergency Maintenance tools S09AH & Jack S09AH01 A jack and other maintenance tools are stored in the tool bucket in the center of the spare tire located in the trunk or in the cargo area.
Page 336: Other Maintenance Tools
Black plate (346,1) 9-20 In case of emergency “ For how to use the jack, refer to Flat s09ac tires”. & Other maintenance tools S09AH03 In addition to a jack and a jack handle, the tool bucket on your vehicle contains the following maintenance tools.
Page 337 Black plate (19,1) Appearance care Exterior care ............10-2 Cleaning the interior.......... 10-5 Washing............. 10-2 Seat fabric ............10-5 Waxing and polishing ......... 10-3 Leather seat materials........10-5 Cleaning aluminum wheels ......... 10-3 Synthetic leather upholstery....... 10-5 Corrosion protection.......... 10-4 Climate control panel, audio panel, instrument panel, console panel, switches, combination Most common causes of corrosion .....
Page 338: Appearance Care
Black plate (348,1) 10-2 Appearance care . Since your vehicle is equipped Exterior care that it is a neutral detergent. Do not use strong soap or chemical detergents. All with a rear wiper, automatic car- S10AA & Washing cleaning agents should be promptly wash brushes could become flushed from the surface and not allowed S10AA01...
Page 339: Waxing And Polishing
When S10AA02 in doubt, it is always best to contact your Always wash and dry the vehicle before SUBARU dealer or an auto paint specia- waxing and polishing. list. Use a good quality polish and wax and...
Page 340: Corrosion Protection
Contact above freezing. your SUBARU dealer to perform this kind 3. Dampness in certain parts of the of maintenance and treatment if you need vehicle remains for a long time, even...
Page 341: Cleaning The Interior
If console panel, switches, using a solution of mild soap and luke- your SUBARU is to be parked for a long combination meter, and other warm water then dry thoroughly. time in bright sunlight, it is recommended...
Page 342: Maintenance And Service
Black plate (21,1) Maintenance and service Maintenance schedule ........11-3 Automatic transmission fluid......11-23 Checking the fluid level........11-23 Maintenance precautions........11-3 Recommended fluid ......... 11-24 Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment............ 11-4 Front differential gear oil (AT vehicles)..11-24 When you do checking or servicing in the engine Checking the oil level ........
Page 343 Black plate (22,1) Maintenance and service Types of tires ........... 11-34 Battery .............. 11-47 Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (if Fuses ..............11-48 equipped)............11-34 Main fuse............11-49 Tire inspection ..........11-36 Installation of accessories ......11-50 Tire pressures and wear ........11-36 Replacing bulbs ..........
Page 344: Maintenance Schedule
“Warranty and Main- hazardous if improperly used or done by an authorized SUBARU dealer. handled, for example, battery tenance Booklet”. If you perform maintenance and service acid.
Page 345: Before Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment
1. If the wiper blades are lifted off the pretensioner needs service, con- partment while the engine is windshield, return them to their original sult your nearest SUBARU deal- running positions. S11AB02 2. Pull the hood release knob under the WARNING instrument panel.
Page 346 Black plate (357,1) 11-5 Maintenance and service To close the hood: 1. Lift the hood slightly and remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer. 2. In the case of OUTBACK models, lower the hood to a height of approxi- mately 5.9 in (15 cm) above its closed position and then let it drop.
Page 347: Engine Compartment Overview
Black plate (358,1) 11-6 Maintenance and service Power steering fluid reservoir (page 11- Engine compartment overview s11an Manual transmission oil level gauge (MT) S11AD & 2.5-liter non-turbo models (page 11- 21) or Differential gear oil s11aj level gauge (AT) (page 11- S11AD01 s11al Clutch fluid reservoir (page 11-...
Page 348: Liter Turbo Models
Black plate (359,1) 11-7 Maintenance and service & 2.5-liter turbo models Power steering fluid reservoir (page 11- s11an S11AD02 Manual transmission oil level gauge (MT) (page 11- 21) or Differential gear oil s11aj level gauge (AT) (page 11- s11al Clutch fluid reservoir (page 11- s11ap Brake fluid reservoir (page 11- s11ao...
Page 349: Liter Models
Black plate (360,1) 11-8 Maintenance and service & 3.0-liter models Power steering fluid reservoir (page 11- s11an S11AD03 Differential gear oil level gauge (AT) (page 11- s11al Automatic transmission fluid level gauge (page 11- s11ak Brake fluid reservoir (page 11- s11ao Fuse box (page 11- s11bb...
Page 350: Engine Oil
1 quart shown in the illustration. per 1,200 miles or 1 liter per 2,000 kilometers, we recommend that you contact your SUBARU dealer. – CONTINUED – 北米Model "A2440BE-A" EDITED: 2006/ 12/ 6...
Page 351: Changing The Oil And Oil Filter
Black plate (362,1) 11-10 Maintenance and service . Be careful not to spill engine oil extremely cold weather. when adding it. If oil touches the 1. Warm up the engine by letting the exhaust pipe, it may cause a bad engine idle for approximately 10 minutes smell, smoke, and/or a fire.
Page 352 Black plate (363,1) 11-11 Maintenance and service 3.0-liter models 2.5-liter models 2.5-liter models 4. Drain out the engine oil by removing the drain plug while the engine is still warm. The used oil should be drained into an appropriate container and disposed of properly.
Page 353: Recommended Grade And Viscosity
Black plate (364,1) 11-12 Maintenance and service & Recommended grade and 9. Clean the rubber seal seating area of Oil capacity (Guideline): the bottom of engine and install the oil viscosity 2.5-liter models: 4.2 US qt (4.0 liters, 3.5 filter by hand turning. Be careful not to S11AE03 Imp qt) twist or damage the seal.
Page 354: Recommended Grade And Viscosity Under Severe Driving Conditions
API classification and SAE viscosity grade and viscosities is recommended. as those recommended by SUBARU. API classification SM (or SL): SAE viscosity No.: 30, 40, 10W-50, 20W-40, 20W-50...
Page 355: Cooling System
−338F (−368C). For add- “FULL” level mark. If the reserve tank is SUBARU dealer. ing, use genuine SUBARU cool- empty, remove the radiator cap and refill If frequent addition of coolant is neces- ant or an equivalent: a mixture of as required.
Page 356 The alcohol contained in the engine coolant may damage the paint surface. Changing the coolant S11AF0202 Always add genuine Subaru cooling sys- tem conditioner whenever the coolant is replaced. Change the engine coolant and add genuine Subaru cooling system condi- tioner using the following procedures 3.
Page 357 Black plate (368,1) 11-16 Maintenance and service 2. Place a proper container under the room to add genuine Subaru cooling drain plug and loosen the drain plug. system conditioner in the radiator. Add genuine Subaru cooling system condi- 3. Loosen the radiator cap to drain the tioner until the coolant level reaches the coolant from the radiator.
Page 358: Air Cleaner Element
6. Pour the coolant and fill to the reser- voir tank’s “FULL” level mark. When replacing the air cleaner ele- ment, use a genuine SUBARU air cleaner element. If it is not used, there is the possibility of causing a negative effect to the engine.
Page 359: Replacing The Air Cleaner Element
“Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. Un- der extremely dusty conditions, replace it more frequently. It is recommended that you always use genuine SUBARU parts. Non-turbo models S11AG0101 7. To install the air cleaner case cover,...
Page 360 Black plate (371,1) 11-19 Maintenance and service to the top of the air cleaner case. At the same time, pull the hose from the Turbo models S11AG0102 clamp that runs next to the case cover. 3. Use a screwdriver to remove the duct 1.
Page 361: Spark Plugs
It may be difficult to replace the spark plugs. It is recommended that you have the spark plugs replaced by your SUBARU dealer. The spark plugs should be replaced according to the maintenance schedule in the “Warranty and Maintenance Book- let”.
Page 362: Drive Belts
"Warranty and Power steering pump pulley Maintenance Booklet". Consult your Air conditioner compressor pulley SUBARU dealer for replacement. Crank pulley If a belt is loose, cracked, or worn, contact your SUBARU dealer. – CONTINUED –...
Page 363: Recommended Grade And Viscosity
Black plate (374,1) 11-22 Maintenance and service & Recommended grade and viscosity S11AJ02 Each oil manufacturer has its own base oils and additives. Never use different brands together. Oil grade: API classification GL-5 5-speed transmission (Turbo models) Upper level Lower level 3.
Page 364: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Black plate (375,1) 11-23 Maintenance and service Automatic transmission fluid S11AK & Checking the fluid level S11AK01 The automatic transmission fluid expands largely as its temperature rises; the fluid level differs according to fluid temperature. Therefore, there are two different scales for checking the level of hot fluid and cold fluid on the dipstick.
Page 365: Recommended Fluid
& Recommended fluid S11AK02 Use one of the following types of auto- matic transmission fluid. Genuine Subaru Automatic Transmis- sion Fluid Type-HP Yellow handle IDEMITSU ATF HP Castrol Transmax J 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and Pennzoil ATF-J* stop the engine.
Page 366: Recommended Grade And Viscosity
Black plate (377,1) 11-25 Maintenance and service & Recommended grade and Rear differential gear oil viscosity S11AM & Checking the gear oil level S11AL02 Each oil manufacturer has its own base S11AM01 Your vehicle may be equipped with a rear oils and additives.
Page 367 Black plate (378,1) 11-26 Maintenance and service 2.5i (AT) 2.5-liter turbo and 3.0-liter models (AT) 2.5-liter turbo and 3.0-liter models (AT) Filler hole Filler plug Filler hole Drain hole Drain plug Drain hole Oil level Oil level 北米Model "A2440BE-A" EDITED: 2006/ 12/ 6...
Page 368: Recommended Grade And Viscosity
If you suspect a problem, have Others Others the vehicle checked at your Filler plug Filler hole SUBARU dealer. Drain plug Drain hole Oil level & Recommended grade and Remove the plug from the filler hole and check the oil level. The oil level should be viscosity kept even with the bottom of the filler hole.
Page 369: Power Steering Fluid
Black plate (380,1) 11-28 Maintenance and service . Be careful not to spill power Power steering fluid steering fluid when adding it. If S11AN & Checking the fluid level power steering fluid touches the S11AN01 exhaust pipe, it may cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or a fire.
Page 370: Recommended Fluid
. If the vehicle requires frequent refilling, there may be a leak. If you suspect a problem, have the vehicle checked at your SUBARU dealer. CAUTION . Never use different brands of brake fluid together. Also, avoid...
Page 371: Recommended Brake Fluid
. If the vehicle requires frequent refilling, there may be a leak. If you suspect a problem, have the vehicle checked at your SUBARU Check the fluid level on the outside of the dealer. reservoir. If the level is below “MIN” level .
Page 372: Recommended Clutch Fluid
2 lbs (10 N, 1 kg). If the free play is not within proper specification, contact your SUBARU deal- – CONTINUED – 北米Model "A2440BE-A" EDITED: 2006/ 12/ 6...
Page 373: Checking The Brake Pedal Reserve Distance
If the free play is not within proper When the measurement is smaller than specification, contact your SUBARU deal- the specification, or when the pedal does not operate smoothly, contact with your SUBARU dealer.
Page 374: Replacement Of Brake Pad And Lining
Maintenance and service Replacement of brake pad you apply the brake pedal, have the brake 1. Drive the vehicle at a speed of pads serviced by your SUBARU dealer as approximately 22 mph (35 km/h). and lining soon as possible.
Page 375: Parking Brake Stroke
If you adjust the tire pressures in a warm Summer tires are high-speed capability adjusted at your SUBARU dealer. garage and will then drive the vehicle in tires best suited for highway driving under cold outside air, the resulting drop in tire dry conditions.
Page 376 In this event, go 108F (−128C) pressures that correspond to various out- to a SUBARU dealer to have the system (280, 2.8) (265, 2.65) side temperatures when the temperature inspected as soon as possible.
Page 377: Tire Inspection
SUBARU dealer and have the vehicle your Tire Pressure Monitoring Sys- dealer to have the system inspected. inspected. tem checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. & Tire inspection & Tire pressures and wear If this light comes on while driving,...
Page 378 Black plate (389,1) 11-37 Maintenance and service NOTE . Correct tire pressure (tread worn . The air pressure in a tire increases evenly) by approximately 4.3 psi (30 kPa, 0.3 kgf/cm ) when the tire becomes warm. . The tires are considered cold when the vehicle has been parked for at least three hours or has been driven less than one mile (1.6 km).
Page 379: Wheel Balance
If you suspect that the wheels are not correctly balanced, have them checked and adjusted by your SUBARU dealer. Also have them adjusted after tire repairs and after tire rotation. Rolling resistance is high, so fuel con- Ride comfort is poor.
Page 380: Wear Indicators
Black plate (391,1) 11-39 Maintenance and service & Wear indicators the direction mark facing forward. cause the vehicle to hydroplane. S11AV06 The resulting loss of vehicle control & Tire rotation can lead to an accident. S11AV07 NOTE For safety, inspect the tire tread reg- ularly and replace the tires before their tread wear indicators become visible.
Page 381: Tire Replacement
Replacement wheels are available After driving approximately 600 miles For safe vehicle operation, SUBARU from SUBARU dealers. (1,000 km), check the wheel nuts again recommends replacing all four tires at and retighten any nut that has become the same time.
Page 382: Aluminum Wheels
. When wheel nuts, balance weights, or the center cap is replaced, be sure to If you spray washer fluid on the windshield replace them with genuine SUBARU parts but the supply of washer fluid appears to designed for aluminum wheels.
Page 383 In areas where water freezes in winter, Adjust the washer fluid concentra- use an anti-freeze type windshield washer tion appropriately for the outside fluid. SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid temperature. If the concentration is contains 58.5% methyl alcohol and 41.5% inappropriate, sprayed washer fluid surfactant, by volume.
Page 384: Replacement Of Wiper Blades
Black plate (395,1) 11-43 Maintenance and service . Return the passenger-side wiper Replacement of wiper blades arm to its original position before S11AZ returning the driver-side wiper Grease, wax, insects, or other materials arm to its original position. on the windshield or the wiper blade Otherwise, the passenger-side results in jerky wiper operation and streak- wiper assembly and driver-side...
Page 385: Windshield Wiper Blade Rubber
Black plate (396,1) 11-44 Maintenance and service & Windshield wiper blade rub- with the grooves in the rubber and slide the blade rubber assembly into the metal support until it locks. S11AZ02 Metal spines 2. If the new blade rubber is not provided with two metal spines, remove the metal Metal support Stopper...
Page 386: Rear Window Wiper Blade Assembly
Black plate (397,1) 11-45 Maintenance and service & Rear window wiper blade & Rear window wiper blade assembly rubber S11AZ03 S11AZ04 1. Raise the wiper arm off the rear window. 3. Pull the wiper blade assembly toward you to remove it from the wiper arm. 1.
Page 387 Black plate (398,1) 11-46 Maintenance and service 2. Pull the blade rubber assembly out of ends. If the rubber is not retained properly, the plastic support. the wiper may scratch the rear window glass. 5. Install the wiper blade assembly to the wiper arm.
Page 388: Battery
Black plate (399,1) 11-47 Maintenance and service Battery distilled water. remove rings, metal watchbands, and other metal jewelry. Never S11BA allow metal tools to contact the WARNING positive battery terminal and any- thing connected to it WHILE you . Before beginning work on or near are at the same time in contact any battery, be sure to extinguish with any other metallic portion of...
Page 389: Fuses
Black plate (400,1) 11-48 Maintenance and service Fuses S11BB CAUTION Never replace a fuse with one hav- ing a higher rating or with material other than a fuse because serious damage or a fire could result. Open the lid that is located above the The spare fuses are stored in the main hood release knob and pull it toward you fuse box cover in the engine compart-...
Page 390: Main Fuse
1. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” ment. Check the main fuses if any Contact your SUBARU dealer for repairs. electrical component fails to operate (ex- position and turn off all electrical acces- cept the starter motor) and other fuses are sories.
Page 391: Installation Of Accessories
Black plate (402,1) 11-50 Maintenance and service Installation of accessories S11BD Always consult your SUBARU dealer before installing fog lights or any other electrical equipment in your vehicle. Such accessories may cause the electronic system to malfunction if they are incor- rectly installed or if they are not suited for the vehicle.
Page 392: Replacing Bulbs
Black plate (403,1) 11-51 Maintenance and service Replacing bulbs S11BE – CONTINUED – 北米Model "A2440BE-A" EDITED: 2006/ 12/ 6...
Page 393 12V-5W . If headlight aiming is required, con- Rear turn signal light (Station wagon) 12V-21W (WY21W) sult your SUBARU dealer for proper Backup light (Station wagon) 12V-16W adjustment of the headlight aim. . It may be difficult to replace the...
Page 394 Black plate (405,1) 11-53 Maintenance and service 2. Use a screwdriver to remove the Low beam light bulbs S11BE0101 secured clip of the washer tank. To make it easy to access the bulb, move the washer tank to the horizontal direction. (left-hand side) 4.
Page 395: Front Turn Signal Light And Parking Light
(left-hand side) S11BE16 It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. & Front fog light (if equipped) S11BE04 It may be difficult to replace the bulbs.
Page 396: Rear Combination Lights
Black plate (407,1) 11-55 Maintenance and service & Rear combination lights Station wagon S11BE0502 S11BE05 Sedan S11BE0501 Rear turn signal light Backup light 1. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove Brake/tail and rear side marker light the upper and lower screws. 1.
Page 397 Black plate (408,1) 11-56 Maintenance and service Rear side marker light 4. Remove the bulb holder from the rear combination light assembly by turning it counterclockwise. 5. Pull the bulb out of the bulb holder and replace it with a new one. 6.
Page 398: Backup Light (Station Wagon)
Install the light cover on the rear gate. & License plate light S11BE07 Sedan S11BE0701 It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. – CONTINUED – 北米Model "A2440BE-A" EDITED: 2006/ 12/ 6...
Page 399: Dome Light
Black plate (410,1) 11-58 Maintenance and service new bulb. Station wagon S11BE0702 4. Reinstall the lens. 5. Tighten the mounting screws. & Dome light S11BE08 2. Turn the bulb until the flat surfaces at its ends are aligned vertically. Pull the bulb 1.
Page 400: Map Light
Black plate (411,1) 11-59 Maintenance and service & Map light straight downward to remove it. S11BE09 3. Install a new bulb. 4. Reinstall the lens. & Door step light S11BE10 2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Install a new bulb.
Page 401: Cargo Area Light (Station Wagon)
& High mount stop light (Se- dan) S11BE13 It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. Have your SUBARU dealer replace the bulbs if necessary. 2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Install a 北米Model "A2440BE-A" EDITED: 2006/ 12/ 6...
Page 402: Specifications
Black plate (23,1) Specifications Specifications ............. 12-2 Fuses and circuits ..........12-6 Dimensions............12-2 Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment ........... 12-6 Engine ............... 12-3 Fuse panel located in the engine Electrical system..........12-3 compartment ........... 12-8 Capacities ............12-4 Bulb chart............
Page 403 Black plate (414,1) 12-2 Specifications Specifications S12AA These specifications are subject to change without notice. & Dimensions S12AA01 in (mm) Item Legacy OUTBACK Sedan Sedan Station wagon Station wagon Non- Turbo turbo 2.5-liter 2.5-liter 3.0-liter 3.0-liter 2.5-liter Except 2.5GT Non- 2.5GT Turbo spec.B...
Page 404: Specifications
Black plate (415,1) 12-3 Specifications & Engine S12AA02 Engine model EJ253 EJ255 EZ30D (2.5-liter, SOHC, non-turbo) (2.5-liter, DOHC, turbo) (3.0-liter, DOHC, non-turbo) Engine type Horizontally opposed, liquid cooled 4 cylinder, Horizontally opposed, liquid cooled 6 cylinder, 4 stroke gasoline engine 4 stroke gasoline engine Displacement cu-in (cc) 150 (2,457)
Page 405: Capacities
Black plate (416,1) 12-4 Specifications & Capacities S12AA04 Fuel tank 16.9 US gal (64 liters, 14.1 Imp gal) Engine oil 2.5-liter models 4.2 US qt (4.0 liters, 3.5 Imp qt) 3.0-liter models 5.8 US qt (5.5 liters, 4.8 Imp qt) Transmission oil (MT) 5-speeds 3.7 US qt (3.5 liters, 3.1 Imp qt)
Page 406: Tires
Black plate (417,1) 12-5 Specifications & Tires S12AA05 Tire size P205/55R16 89H P225/60R16 97H P205/50R17 88V 215/45ZR17 P225/55R17 95V 215/45R18 89Y 16 6 6.5JJ 17 6 7 JJ 18 6 7 JJ Wheel size Pressure Front 32 psi (220 kPa, 32 psi (220 kPa, 33 psi (230 kPa, 35 psi (240 kPa,...
Page 407: Fuses And Circuits
Black plate (418,1) 12-6 Specifications Fuses and circuits Fuse Fuse Circuit S12AB panel rating & Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment Cargo fan S12AB01 Trailer hitch connector Empty Door locking Front wiper deicer relay Moonroof Combination meter 7.5A Remote control rear view mirrors...
Page 408 Black plate (419,1) 12-7 Specifications Fuse Fuse Fuse Fuse Circuit Circuit panel rating panel rating Cargo socket Blower fan Position light Fog light Tail light Front wiper Rear combination light Front wiper washer Empty 7.5A Auto air conditioner unit Integrated unit Illumination 7.5A Headlight left side relay...
Page 409: Fuse Panel Located In The Engine Compartment
Black plate (420,1) 12-8 Specifications & Fuse panel located in the engine compartment Fuse Fuse S12AB02 Circuit panel rating ABS unit Vehicle dynamics control unit Main fan (3.0-liter mod- els) Sub fan (Except 3.0-liter models) Main fan Audio Headlight (right side) Headlight (left side) Backup light Horn...
Page 410: Bulb Chart
Black plate (421,1) 12-9 Specifications Bulb chart S12AC Description Wattage Bulb No. Headlight Low beam 12V-55W High beam 12V-60W 9005 (HB3) Front fog light Except OUTBACK 12V-55W OUTBACK 12V-51W 9006 (HB4) 12V-27/8W 3157A Front turn signal/parking and front side marker Rear combination light Rear turn signal light (Se- 12V-21W...
Page 411 Black plate (422,1) 12-10 Specifications Description Wattage Bulb No. 12V-5W Trunk room light – 12V-13W Cargo area light – 12V-8W Dome light – 12V-8W Map light – 12V-3.5W Door step light 北米Model "A2440BE-A" EDITED: 2006/ 12/ 6...
Page 412: Vehicle Identification
Black plate (423,1) 12-11 Specifications Emission control label Vehicle identification Vehicle identification number S12AD Certification and bar code label Tire inflation pressure label Vehicle identification number plate Model number label Fuel label 北米Model "A2440BE-A" EDITED: 2006/ 12/ 6...
Page 413 Black plate (25,1) Consumer information and Reporting safety defects For U.S.A............13-2 Adverse safety consequences of overloading on handling and stopping and on tires ....13-11 Tire information ..........13-2 Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit..13-11 Tire labeling ............13-2 Uniform tire quality grading standards ..
Page 414: Consumer Information And Reporting Safety Defects
Black plate (426,1) 13-2 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects For U.S.A. Tire information Example: S13AA S13AB & Tire labeling The following information has been S13AB01 compiled according to Code of Fed- Many markings (e.g. Tire size, Tire eral Regulations “Title 49, Part 575”. Identification Number or TIN) are placed on the sidewall of a tire by tire manufacturers.
Page 415 Black plate (427,1) 13-3 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Example: Manufacturer’s Identification WARNING Mark Speed ratings apply only to (2) Tire Size the tire, not to the vehicle. (3) Tire Type Code Putting a speed rated tire on (6) Load Index: A numerical code (4) Date of Manufacture any vehicle does not mean which specifies the maximum load a...
Page 416 Black plate (428,1) 13-4 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects WARNING Maximum load rating applies only to the tire, not to the vehicle. Putting a load rated tire on any vehicle does not mean the vehicle can be loaded up to the tire’s rated load.
Page 417: Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure
Black plate (429,1) 13-5 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects & Recommended tire inflation pressure S13AB02 Recommended cold tire inflation pressure S13AB0201 Recommended cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle’s tires is as follows, Tire size P205/55R16 P225/60R16 P205/50R17 P225/55R17 215/45R18 215/45ZR17 16 6 6.5JJ...
Page 418: Glossary Of Tire Terminology
Black plate (430,1) 13-6 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects The vehicle placard shows original affected by the outside temperature. It Vehicle placard S13AB0202 tire size, recommended cold tire infla- is best to check tire pressure outdoors tion pressure on each tire at max- before driving the vehicle.
Page 419: Tire Care - Maintenance And Safety Practices
Black plate (431,1) 13-7 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Inspect the tire tread regularly and an asymmetrical tire that has a The combined weight of those in- replace the tires before their tread particular side that must always stalled regular production options wear indicators become visible.
Page 420: Vehicle Load Limit - How To Determine
Black plate (432,1) 13-8 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects specification for the wheel nuts can be trailer (if applicable)) For example, if the vehicle has one “ found Flat tires” section in chapter occupant weighing 154 lbs (70 kg) s09ac For towing capacity information and plus cargo weighing 551 lbs (250 kg).
Page 421 Black plate (433,1) 13-9 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects ment “The combined weight of occu- Example 1B 2. Calculate the available load capa- city. pants and cargo should never exceed 363 kg or 800 lbs”. For example, the vehicle has one occupant weighing 165 lbs (75 kg) plus cargo weighing 265 lbs (120 kg).
Page 422: Determining Compatibility Of Tire And Vehicle Load Capacities
Black plate (434,1) 13-10 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects 2. Calculate the available load capa- three), and a child restraint system 3. The total weight now exceeds the city. weighing 11 lbs (5 kg) is installed in capacity weight by 22 lbs (10 kg), so the vehicle for the child to use, the the cargo weight must be reduced by calculations are as follows:...
Page 423: Adverse Safety Consequences Of Overloading On Handling And Stopping And On Tires
Black plate (435,1) 13-11 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects & Steps for Determining Cor- suspension, axles and other parts of trailer, load from your trailer will be rect Load Limit the body. transferred to your vehicle. Consult S13AB08 this manual to determine how this Therefore, this means that the vehicle 1.
Page 424: Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards
Black plate (436,1) 13-12 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects & Treadwear Uniform tire quality grading WARNING S13AC02 standards The treadwear grade is a comparative The traction grade assigned to rating based on the wear rate of the S13AC this tire is based on straight- This information indicates the relative tire when tested under controlled ahead braking traction tests,...
Page 425: Reporting Safety Defects (Usa)
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Subaru of America, Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov;...
Page 426: Index
Black plate (27,1) Index 北米Model "A2440BE-A" EDITED: 2006/ 12/ 6...
Page 427 Black plate (2,1) 14-2 Index SPORT ..............7-22 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ........7-34 Temperature warning light (AT OIL TEMP) ....3-32 Warning light ..........3-34, 7-35 Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR) ... 1-14 Accessories............5-4, 11-50 Accessory power outlet..........6-8 Active head restraint.............
Page 428 Black plate (3,1) 14-3 Index Cargo area Cleaning Cover ..............6-12 Aluminum wheels ........... 10-3 Light............... 6-2 Interior ..............10-5 Tie-down hooks ............. 6-16 Ventilation grille ............4-12 Catalytic converter ............8-3 Climate control system Center Automatic ............... 4-8 Console ..............6-5 Manual..............
Page 429 Black plate (4,1) 14-4 Index Door Locks ..............2-5 Flat tires ..............9-4 Open warning light ..........3-36 Floor mat..............6-12 Drive belts..............11-21 Fluid level Driving Automatic transmission ......... 11-23 All-Wheel Drive vehicle ........... 3-36 Brake..............11-29 Car phone/cell phone ..........7 Clutch ..............
Page 430 Black plate (5,1) 14-5 Index Security..............3-38 Hazard warning flasher ........... 3-5, 9-2 Selector lever position..........3-39 Head restraint adjustment ..........1-7 Selector lever/Gear position ........3-39 Rear..............1-10 Shift-up ..............3-38 Headlight SPORT mode ............3-38 Flasher ..............3-46 Traction Control system OFF ........
Page 431 Black plate (6,1) 14-6 Index Light Moonroof..............2-26 Cargo area.............. 6-2 Multi-information display ..........3-9 Control switch............3-45 Dome ..............6-2 Map ............... 6-2 New vehicle break-in driving ......... 8-2 Limited slip differential (LSD) ........7-33 Loading your vehicle ..........8-14 Low fuel warning light ........
Page 432 Black plate (7,1) 14-7 Index Power Spark plugs ............11-20 Door locking switch ..........2-7 Remote engine start system ........7-11 Seat ............... 1-4 Remote keyless entry system ........2-8 Steering ..............7-33 Replacement Steering fluid ............11-28 Brake pad and lining ..........11-33 Windows...............
Page 433 Black plate (8,1) 14-8 Index Symbol ..............2 Side airbag ............1-54 Warnings ..............2 SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag)... 4, 1-39 Seat SRS airbag system Fabric..............10-5 Monitors ..............1-60 Heater ..............1-8 Servicing ............... 1-62 Memory function ............1-5 Warning light............
Page 434 Black plate (9,1) 14-9 Index Types ..............11-34 Vehicle Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)....... 7-42 Capacity weight............8-15 Tires................. 12-5 Identification ............12-11 Tires and wheels............11-34 Symbols ..............3 Top tether anchorages ..........1-37 Vehicle Dynamics Control Towing..............9-14 OFF indicator light ..........
Page 435 Black plate (10,1) 14-10 Index Warranties and maintenance ........8-22 Washing ..............10-2 Waxing and polishing ..........10-3 Wear indicators............11-39 Wheel Alignment.............. 12-5 Aluminum............. 11-41 Balance ............... 11-38 Replacement ............11-40 Windows..............2-20 Windshield Washer fluid ............11-41 Wiper and washer switches........3-50 Wiper blades ............
Page 436 Black plate (1,1) 000134 北米Model "A2440BE-A" EDITED: 2006/ 11/ 29...
Page 437 Black plate (2,1) GAS STATION REFERENCE & Fuel: rated fuel, you may want to return to using 91 AKI octane rated fuel as soon as possible. Additionally, if your vehicle knocks ! 2.5-liter non-turbo models heavily or persistently, or if you are driving with heavy loads Use only unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or such as when towing a trailer, the use of 91 AKI or higher grade higher.
Page 438 Black plate (3,1) & Cold tire pressure: Tire size P205/55R16 89H P225/60R16 97H P205/50R17 88V 215/45ZR17 P225/55R17 95V 215/45R18 89Y 16 6 6.5JJ 17 6 7 JJ 18 6 7 JJ Wheel size Pressure Front 32 psi (220 kPa, 32 psi (220 kPa, 33 psi (230 kPa, 35 psi (240 kPa, 32 psi (220 kPa,...

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