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FOREWORD
Congratulations on choosing a SUBARU vehicle. This Owner's Manual has all the
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properly maintain the emission control system for minimizing emission
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- Page 1 SUBARU or the nearest SUBARU dealer. The information, specifications and illustrations found in this manual are those in effect at the time of printing. SUBARU CORPORATION reserves the right to change specifications and designs at any time without prior notice and without incurring any obligation to make the same or similar changes on vehicles previously sold.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction..................5 Illustrated Index ................19 Seat, Seatbelt and SRS Airbags ............35 Keys and Doors ................115 Instruments and Controls ...............163 Climate Control ................275 Audio....................293 Interior Equipment ................297 Starting and Operating ..............321 Driving Tips..................425 In Case of Emergency..............455 Appearance Care ................479 Maintenance and Service..............487 Specifications .................531... -
Page 7: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Warranties ...................6 Warranties for U.S.A................6 Warranties for Canada ............... 6 Warranties except for U.S.A. and Canada ........... 6 How to Use This Owner’s Manual .............6 Using Your Owner’s Manual ............... 6 Safety Warnings................. 7 Safety Symbol..................7 Abbreviation List ................8 Vehicle Symbols .................9 Safety Precautions When Driving .............9 Seatbelt and SRS Airbag .............. -
Page 8: Warranties
USING YOUR OWNER’S MAN- SUBARU vehicles distributed by Subaru of America, Inc. and sold at retail by an authorized SUBARU dealer in the United Before you operate your vehicle, carefully States come with the following warran- read this manual. To protect yourself and... -
Page 9: Safety Warnings
CAUTION This chapter informs you when you need A CAUTION indicates a situation in to take your SUBARU to the dealer for which injury or damage to your vehi- scheduled maintenance and informs you cle, or both, could result if the caution how to keep your SUBARU running is ignored. -
Page 10: Abbreviation List
Gross vehicle weight rating Lower anchors and tethers for LATCH children Lane Change Assist Light emitting diode Malfunction indicator light Methylcyclopentadienyl manga- nese tricarbonyl On-board diagnostics Reverse Automatic Braking sys- RCTA Rear Cross Traffic Alert Research octane number SUBARU Intelligent Drive SI-DRIVE... -
Page 11: Vehicle Symbols
INTRODUCTION VEHICLE SYMBOLS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN DRIVING There are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAG For warning and indicator lights, refer to “Warning and Indicator Lights” �P32. WARNING Mark Name . All persons in the vehicle must fasten their seatbelts BEFORE the WARNING vehicle starts to move. -
Page 12: Child Safety
CING THE CHILD’S HEAD TOO . When leaving the vehicle, close all CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG. windows and lock all doors. . SUBARU strongly recommends that ALL infants and children (in- For instructions and precautions, care- cluding those in child restraint fully read the following sections. -
Page 13: Drinking And Driving
INTRODUCTION Drunken driving is one of the most . Always properly maintain the en- frequent causes of accidents. Since gine exhaust system to prevent alcohol affects all people differently, you engine exhaust gas from entering may have consumed too much alcohol to the vehicle. -
Page 14: Driving When Tired Or Sleepy
MODIFICATION OF YOUR VE- HICLE DRIVING VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH NAVIGATION SYSTEM WARNING Do not remove the genuine SUBARU WARNING navigation and/or audio system. Doing so could cause the following functions Do not allow the monitor to distract to be inoperable. -
Page 15: Tire Pressures
(ETC) device or tire inflation pressure label. For detailed security pass) to the windshield, information, refer to “Tires and Wheels” consult your SUBARU dealer for �P506. details on the proper location. . Do not connect any unauthorized WARNING accessories or devices to the data link connector (OBDII port). -
Page 16: Vehicle Operation
Only a . The vehicle trouble diagnosis con- SUBARU dealer can delete key fob nector should only be used to registration. We recommend that you connect the vehicle data link con- consult your SUBARU dealer. -
Page 17: General Information
SUBARU dealer. . Shift state information . Driving information, etc. Data usage SUBARU may use the data recorded in this computer to diagnose malfunctions, conduct research and development, and improve quality. SUBARU will not disclose the recorded data to a third party except: –... -
Page 18: Event Data Recorder
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Page 21: Illustrated Index
ILLUSTRATED INDEX Exterior ....................20 Interior ....................22 Cargo Area ..................25 Instrument Panel................26 Steering Wheel..................27 Light Control and Wiper Control Levers/Switches ......28 Combination Meter ................29 U.S.-Spec. Models ................29 Canada-Spec. Models............... 30 Warning and Indicator Lights ............32... - Page 22 ILLUSTRATED INDEX EXTERIOR Engine hood (page 493) Door locks (page 137) Headlights (page 238, 523) Tire pressure (page 509) Turn signal lights (page 248, 523) Flat tires (page 459) Windshield wipers (page 251, 516) Tire chains (page 437) Moonroof (page 159) Fog lights (page 248, 523) Roof rails (page 441) Tie-down hooks (page 466)
- Page 23 ILLUSTRATED INDEX Rear view camera (page 383) Fuel filler lid and cap (page 325) Rear wiper (page 252) Child safety locks (page 145) Rear window defogger (page 254) Tie-down holes (page 466) Lights (page 238, 523) Rear gate (page 148, 150) Turn signal lights (page 248, 523) Towing hook (page 466)
- Page 24 ILLUSTRATED INDEX INTERIOR Lock release knobs (page 47) Front seats (page 37) Head Restraint Adjustment for rear Lower anchorages for child restraint seat (page 49) system (page 78) Seatbelts (page 54) Rear seats (page 46) Dome light (page 298) Reclining the seatback (page 49) Head Restraint Adjustment for front seat (page 44)
- Page 25 ILLUSTRATED INDEX Wireless charger (page 308) Accessory power outlet (page 305) USB power supply (page 306)/AUX* View monitor switch (page 377) Select lever (page 343) Console USB power supply (page 307) Glove box (page 302) Rear seat heater switches (page 53) Bottle holder (page 305) *: For details about how to use the audio and navigation system (if equipped), refer to the...
- Page 26 ILLUSTRATED INDEX Assist grip (page 314) NOTE Sun visors (page 300) For models with SUBARU STARLINK: Inside mirror (page 255) Refer to the Owner’s Manual supplement for SUBARU STARLINK. Buttons for SUBARU STARLINK Overhead console (page 302) Door interlock switch (page 298)
- Page 27 ILLUSTRATED INDEX CARGO AREA Cargo area cover (page 317) Rear center seatbelt (page 58) Rear gate light (page 299) Power rear gate lock button (page 152) Temporary spare tire (page 456) Power rear gate button (page 152) Maintenance tools (page 458) Cargo tie-down hooks (page 319) Under-floor storage compartment Shopping bag hooks (page 316)
- Page 28 ILLUSTRATED INDEX INSTRUMENT PANEL Power window switches (page 145) Center information display (dual 7.0- inch display models) (page 207)/Cli- Remote control mirror switch (page mate control (page 278)/Audio* 269) Power rear gate button (page 151) Driver’s seat memory (page 40) Illumination brightness control dial Ventilators (page 276) (page 174)
- Page 29 ILLUSTRATED INDEX STEERING WHEEL Audio control switch* Hands-free phone switch* Talk switch for voice command sys- Control switches for combination meter tem* display (color LCD) (page 198) Cruise control switches* *1: For details about how to use the switches, refer to the separate navigation/audio Shift paddles (page 347) Owner’s Manual.
- Page 30 ILLUSTRATED INDEX LIGHT CONTROL AND WIPER CONTROL LEVERS/ SWITCHES Windshield wiper (page 249) Wiper control lever (page 251) Mist (page 251) Light control switch (page 238) Windshield washer (page 252) Fog light switch (page 248) Rear window wiper and washer switch Headlight ON/OFF/AUTO (page 239) (page 252) Headlight flasher High/Low beam...
- Page 31 ILLUSTRATED INDEX COMBINATION METER U.S.-SPEC. MODELS Tachometer (page 171) Speedometer (page 171) Select lever/gear position indicator Fuel gauge (page 172) (page 193) Digital speed screen (page 204) Combination meter display (color LCD) Engine coolant temperature gauge (page 197) (page 173) Trip meter and odometer (page 171) –...
- Page 32 ILLUSTRATED INDEX CANADA-SPEC. MODELS Tachometer (page 171) Speedometer (page 171) Select lever/gear position indicator Fuel gauge (page 172) (page 193) Digital speed screen (page 204) Combination meter display (color LCD) Engine coolant temperature gauge (page 197) (page 173) Trip meter and odometer (page 171)
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- Page 34 ILLUSTRATED INDEX WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS Mark Name Page Mark Name Page All-Wheel Drive warning Seatbelt warning light light Front passenger’s seatbelt Power steering warning warning light light Auto Vehicle Hold indica- Rear seatbelt warning light tor light Vehicle Dynamics Control SRS airbag system warn- warning light/Vehicle Dy- ing light...
- Page 35 ILLUSTRATED INDEX Mark Name Page Mark Name Page Driver Monitoring System Windshield washer fluid operation indicator light warning light (green) (if equipped) Driver Monitoring System Auto Start Stop OFF indi- warning light (yellow) (if cator light equipped) Auto Start Stop indicator Driver Monitoring System light (green) OFF indicator light (if...
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- Page 37 SRS Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag) ....82 General Precautions Regarding SRS Airbag System ...... 82 General Precautions Regarding SRS Airbag System for Accessories and Any Objects ............. 84 General Precautions Regarding SRS Airbag System and Children..................86 Components ................. 89 SUBARU Advanced Frontal Airbag System........91...
- Page 38 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS SRS Side Airbag and SRS Curtain Airbag........102 SRS Airbag System Monitors ............109 SRS Airbag System Servicing ............. 110 Precautions against Vehicle Modification........111 How to Contact the Vehicle Manufacturer Concerning Modifications for Persons with Disabilities That May Affect the Advanced Airbag System ............
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Page 39: 1-1. Front Seats
CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG. the risk of sliding under the seatbelt in a collision, the front seatbacks . SUBARU strongly recommends should always be used in the that ALL infants and children (in- upright position while the vehicle is cluding those in child restraint running. - Page 40 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS . SRS seat cushion airbag WARNING . Front seat heater (if equipped) . Power seat (if equipped) WARNING To prevent the passenger from sliding under the seatbelt in the event of a collision, always put the seatback in the upright position while the vehicle is in motion.
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Page 41: Manual Seat (If Equipped)
SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS 3. Try to move the seat back and forth to increase, and both can result in make sure that it is securely locked serious internal injury or death. into place. Reclining the seatback WARNING 1. Pull up the reclining lever, adjust the seatback to the desired position, and then release the lever. -
Page 42: Power Seat (If Equipped)
SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS The height of the seat can be adjusted by seat height control switch. moving the seat adjustment lever up and To adjust the angle of the seatback: down. Move the seatback angle (reclining) con- trol switch. POWER SEAT (If Equipped) To increase/decrease lower back sup- port (driver’s seat):... -
Page 43: Seat, Seatbelt And Srs Airbags
SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS . While pressing and holding the – Operate any of the power seat “SET” button, press either “1” or “2” switches. until a chirp sounds within 5 sec- – Press the “SET” button. onds. – Press button “1” or “2”. –... - Page 44 SUBARU dealer. Contact your SUBARU Registration of the reverse tilt- dealer for details. down mirror angle with the key Registration of memory posi-...
- Page 45 NOTE changed by a SUBARU dealer. Con- tact your SUBARU dealer for details. . If the vehicle battery is removed, the . The system stores the adjusted mirror...
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Page 46: Head Restraint Adjustment
SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS 2. Unlock the driver’s door by pressing However, the memory position can still the “ ” button or touching the sensor be retrieved by pressing the “ ” button behind the door handle. on the access key fob. For information about how to enable/disable the key- less access function, refer to “Dis- abling Keyless Access Function”... - Page 47 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS Head restraint height adjust- risk of serious neck injury in the event that the vehicle is struck from ment the rear. Also, never install the head restraints backwards. Doing so will prevent the head restraints from functioning as intended.
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Page 48: 1-2. Rear Seats
SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS 1-2. REAR SEATS NOTE When the head restraint cannot be pulled out or installed due to insufficient clear- WARNING ance between the head restraint and the roof, tilt the seat and then perform the installation and removal tasks. Seatbelts provide maximum restraint when the occupant sits back and upright in the seat. -
Page 49: Folding Down The Rear Seatback
SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS FOLDING DOWN THE REAR WARNING SEATBACK WARNING . When you fold down the seatback, check that there are no passengers or objects on the rear seat. Not doing so creates a risk of injury or property damage if the seatback suddenly folds down. - Page 50 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS Folding down the rear seatback Return the rear seatback 1. Lower the head restraint of the rear WARNING center seating position. 2. Unlock the seatback by pulling the lock release knob or release lever (if equipped) and then fold the seatback down.
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Page 51: Reclining The Seatback (If Equipped)
SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS knob is no longer visible. Otherwise, the risk of sliding under the lap belt and of the lap belt sliding up over the abdomen will increase, and WARNING both can result in serious internal When you return the seatback to its injury or death. - Page 52 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS To remove: WARNING While pressing the release button, pull . Never drive the vehicle with the out the head restraint. head restraints removed because To install: they are designed to reduce the risk of serious neck injury in the Install the head restraint into the holes event that the vehicle is struck from that are located on the top of the seatback...
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Page 53: Armrest (If Equipped)
SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS ARMREST (If Equipped) Head restraint Release button To lower the armrest, pull the armrest’s top edge. To raise: Pull the head restraint up. WARNING To lower: . Make sure to have the rear pas- Push the head restraint down while sengers wear the seatbelts before pressing the release button on the top of lowering the armrest. -
Page 54: Seat Heater And Front Seat Ventilation (If Equipped)
SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS FRONT SEAT HEATER 1-3. SEAT HEATER AND FRONT SEAT VENTILATION Adjust the front seat heater function on (If Equipped) the center information display. The seat heater and front seat ventilation operate when the ignition switch is in the “ON”... -
Page 55: Front Seat Ventilation
SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS FRONT SEAT VENTILATION Left side Right side Seat ventilation indicator Indicator lights Front passenger’s seat ventilation icon Driver’s seat ventilation icon Press the rear seat heater switch. Each time you press the switch, the mode will Touch the driver’s/passenger’s seat ven- change as follows. -
Page 56: 1-4. Seatbelts
CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG. the belt buckle to help provide a good shoulder belt fit. Care must be taken to . SUBARU strongly recommends securely place the lap belt as low as that ALL infants and children (in- possible on the hips and not on the child’s cluding those in child restraint waist. -
Page 57: Emergency Locking Retractor (Elr)
SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS The ALR mode functions as follows. Expectant mothers When the seatbelt is once drawn out completely and is then retracted even slightly, the retractor locks the seatbelt in that position and the seatbelt cannot be extended. - Page 58 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS Front seatbelts seatbacks should be always used in the upright position while the 1. Adjust the seat position. vehicle is running. If the front seatbacks are not used in the Driver’s seat: upright position in a collision, the Adjust the seatback to the upright posi- risk of sliding under the lap belt and tion.
- Page 59 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS Pull down on the anchor to make sure that it is locked in place. WARNING When wearing the seatbelts, make sure the shoulder portion of the web- bing does not pass over your neck. If it does, adjust the seatbelt anchor to a lower position.
- Page 60 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS out slowly again. Unfastening the seatbelt 3. Insert the tongue plate into the buckle 1. Push the button on the buckle. until you hear a click. Button 4. To tighten the lap part, pull up on the shoulder belt.
- Page 61 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS through the belt guide. A seatbelt WARNING not routed through the belt guide can cause neck injuries during sudden braking or in a collision, since it may slip up on the neck. Rear center seatbelt is stowed in the recess of the ceiling.
- Page 62 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS 3. Make sure that the “ ” mark on the anchor tongue plate and the “ ” mark on the anchor buckle face outwards. 6. To tighten the lap part, pull up on the shoulder belt. 4.
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Page 63: Seatbelt Maintenance
SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS Unfastening the seatbelt 1. Push the release button of the center seatbelt buckle (on the left-hand side) to unfasten the seatbelt. CAUTION Button NOTE When the seatback is folded down, it is necessary to disconnect the connector. 2. -
Page 64: 1-5. Seatbelt Extender
CAUTION the seatbelt buckle, an optional seatbelt . Keep the belts free of polishes, oils, extender is available from your SUBARU chemicals and particularly battery dealer. When ordering an extender, only acid. - Page 65 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS to be buckled properly. If removal WARNING of heavy clothing is all that is needed to permit the seatbelt to be buckled properly, remove the hea- vy clothing and do not use the extender. . Never leave the seatbelt exten- der’s tongue plate engaged with the seatbelt buckle when not in use.
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Page 66: Seatbelt Pretensioners
Seatbelt pretensioners have tender itself. no user-serviceable parts. For re- quired servicing of seatbelt retrac- tors equipped with seatbelt pre- tensioners, consult your SUBARU dealer. . When discarding seatbelt retractor assemblies equipped with seatbelt pretensioners or scrapping the entire vehicle due to collision da- mage or for other reasons, consult your SUBARU dealer. -
Page 67: Seatbelt With Shoulder Belt Pretensioner
SUBARU dealer as soon as take up the slack so that the belt more possible. effectively restrains the seat occupant. -
Page 68: Seatbelt With Shoulder Belt And Lap Belt Pretensioners
As a result, the seatbelt re- sion, consult your SUBARU dealer. strains the front seat occupant more . Tampering with or disconnecting effectively. -
Page 69: Precautions Against Vehicle Modification
NOTE If the front or side part of the vehicle is damaged in an accident to the extent that the seatbelt pretensioner does not oper- ate, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. PRECAUTIONS AGAINST VE- HICLE MODIFICATION Always consult your SUBARU dealer if... -
Page 70: Child Restraint Systems
SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS . The ON/OFF setting will be returned to 1-8. CHILD RESTRAINT the default setting if the battery is SYSTEMS removed. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Infants and children should be placed in an infant or child restraint system on the rear seat while riding in the vehicle. -
Page 71: Safety Tips For Installing Child Restraint Systems
SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS system at all times while the vehicle is vehicle is moving. The passenger moving. cannot protect the child (or infant) from injury in a collision, because the child Lock release knob will be caught between the passenger and objects inside the vehicle. - Page 72 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS weather; they could burn a small than the driver’s seat), adjust the child. Check the child restraint front seat so that contact does not system before you place a child in occur. . Even with advanced airbags, in- .
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Page 73: Choosing A Child Restraint System
SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS by looking for the label on the child in the child restraint system, and restraint system or the manufacturer’s the impact could cause death or statement of compliance in the document serious injury to the child. attached to the system. - Page 74 For more details, refer to system” �P74. “SUBARU Advanced Frontal Airbag 3. Place and secure the child in the child System” �P91. restraint system. 5. Check that the child restraint system 4.
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Page 75: Installing Child Restraint Systems With Alr/Elr Seatbelt
SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS INSTALLING CHILD RE- 1. Place the child restraint system in the rear seating position. STRAINT SYSTEMS WITH ALR/ ELR SEATBELT WARNING When you intend to install a child CAUTION restraint system in the rear center . - Page 76 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS following procedure. (1) Pull out the seatbelt fully from the retractor to change the retractor over from the Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) to the Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) mode. (2) Allow the belt to rewind into the retractor.
- Page 77 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS 3. If the child restraint system makes 4. Run the lap and shoulder belt through contact with the head restraint when or around the child restraint system the child restraint system is to be following the instructions provided by installed, perform the following pro- its manufacturer.
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Page 78: Installing A Booster Seat Or Booster Cushion
SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS 8. Before having a child sit in the child restraint system, try to move it back and forth and right and left to check if it is firmly secured. Sometimes a child restraint system can be more firmly secured by pushing it down into the seat cushion and then tightening the seatbelt. - Page 79 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS For booster cushion: SENGER’S SEAT IF THE FRONT PASSENGER’S FRONTAL AIRBAG Raise the head restraint to the ex- ON INDICATOR LIGHT ILLUMI- tended position (center seat). Do not NATES. DOING SO RISKS SERIOUS remove the head restraint. INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD 2.
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Page 80: Installation Of Child Restraint Systems By Use Of Lower And Tether Anchorages (Latch)
SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS 6. To remove the booster seat/cushion, . Make sure the shoulder belt is press the release button on the seat- positioned across the center of belt buckle and allow the belt to child’s shoulder. Placing the retract. - Page 81 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS Lower anchorages NOTE The seatbelt warning system of the rear seats detects if any of the seats are WARNING occupied by a passenger. Installing a Do not connect two or more lower child restraint system in the rear seating hooks onto the same anchorage (bar).
- Page 82 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS 2. You will find “ ” marks at the bottoms of the rear seatback. These marks indicate the positions of the lower anchorages. The lower anchorages are located between the seatback and seat cush- ion. CAUTION Store the removed head restraint in the cargo area.
- Page 83 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS 6. If your child restraint system is a SUBARU recommends that you check flexible attachment type (which uses with a certified Child Passenger Safety tether belts), push the child restraint Technician to ensure the proper installa- system into the seat cushion and pull tion of your child restraint system.
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Page 84: Srs Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
2. Tighten the tether strap securely. eliminate the need to fasten seatbelts. Used in combination with the seat- SUBARU recommends that you check belts, the SRS airbag offers vehicle with a certified Child Passenger Safety occupants the best possible protection Technician to ensure the proper installa- in the event of a serious accident. - Page 85 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS SRS side airbag deployment can WARNING injure an occupant if they are too close to an SRS airbag. . Since this vehicle is equipped with SRS curtain airbags, do not sit or lean close to the front or rear door on either side.
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Page 86: General Precautions Regarding Srs Airbag System For Accessories And Any Objects
SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS . If the SRS airbag deploys, fuel supply WARNING will be cut off to reduce the risk of fire caused by leaking fuel. For details about restarting of the engine, refer to “If Your Vehicle Is Involved in an Accident”... - Page 87 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS propelled inside the vehicle, WARNING causing injury. . Do not put any objects under the driver’s side of the instrument panel. If the SRS knee airbag deploys, those objects could inter- fere with its proper operation and could be propelled inside the ve- hicle, causing injury.
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Page 88: General Precautions Regarding Srs Airbag System And Children
. Do not install a seat cover unless it not restrained or improperly re- is a genuine SUBARU seat cover strained. Because children are lighter exclusively designed for use with and weaker than adults, their risk of the SRS airbag. - Page 89 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS WARNING WARNING NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FA- Never hold a child on your lap or in CING CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM your arms. The SRS airbag deploys ON THE FRONT PASSENGER’S with considerable force and can injure SEAT, AND NEVER INSTALL A or even kill the child.
- Page 90 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS front seat seatback. – Put his/her head, arms or other parts of the body out of the window. In the event of an accident, the force of SRS side airbag and/or SRS curtain airbag deployment could injure the child seriously because his/her head, arms or other parts of the body are too...
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Page 91: Components
SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS COMPONENTS The SRS airbags are stowed in the following locations. Driver’s SRS frontal airbag: in the SRS curtain airbag: in the roof side center portion of the steering wheel (between the front pillar and a point over the rear seat) Front passenger’s SRS frontal air- bag: near the top of the dashboard... - Page 92 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS Airbag control module (including im- Curtain airbag module (left-hand side) pact sensors and rollover sensor) Seatbelt buckle switch (front passen- Frontal airbag module (driver’s side) ger’s side) Frontal airbag module (front passen- Knee airbag module (driver’s side) ger’s side) Front passenger’s occupant detection sensors...
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Page 93: Subaru Advanced Frontal Airbag System
In a moderate to severe frontal collision, the following components deploy. TAL AIRBAG SYSTEM . SRS frontal airbag for driver This vehicle is equipped with a SUBARU . SRS frontal airbag for front passenger advanced frontal airbag system that complies with the new advanced frontal . - Page 94 . Do not remove or disassemble the front passenger’s seat. . Do not install any accessory (such as an audio amplifier) other than a genuine SUBARU accessory un- der the front passenger’s seat. . Do not place anything (shoes, umbrella, etc.) under the front passenger’s seat.
- Page 95 Have your vehicle inspected at your . Front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag SUBARU dealer. Do not use the front passenger’s seat while driving the vehicle . Front passenger’s SRS seat cushion to your SUBARU dealer.
- Page 96 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS front passenger’s frontal airbag ON and CAUTION OFF indicator lights from working prop- When the front passenger’s seat is erly. Check that the indicator lights work occupied by an infant in an appro- properly. priate child restraint system, observe When the OFF indicator light turns off and the following precautions.
- Page 97 SUBARU dealer for an 4. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” inspection. Even if the system has position and make sure that the front passed the dealer inspection, it is re- passenger’s frontal airbag ON indica-...
- Page 98 If the OFF indicator light still remains illuminated while the ON indicator light remains off, ask the occupant to move to the rear seat and immediately contact your SUBARU dealer for an inspection. : Front passenger’s frontal airbag OFF indicator light...
- Page 99 “ON” position. this does not mean failure of the system. The SUBARU advanced frontal airbag If the following sensors detect a prede- system is designed to determine the...
- Page 100 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS . The front impact sensors *2: Because deployment of only the driver’s SRS frontal airbag or both the driver’s and . The impact sensors in the airbag front passenger’s SRS frontal airbags control module would not protect the occupant in those On the driver’s side, the SRS knee airbag situations.
- Page 101 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS Examples of the types of acci- dents in which it is possible that the driver’s/driver’s and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag(s) will deploy Only the driver’s SRS frontal airbag or both driver’s and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbags may be activated when the vehicle sustains a hard impact in the undercarriage area from the road surface...
- Page 102 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS Examples of the types of accidents in which deployment of the driver’s/driver’s and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag(s) is unlikely to occur There are many types of collisions which might not necessarily require deployment of driver’s/driver’s and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag(s).
- Page 103 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS Examples of the types of acci- dents in which the driver’s/ driver’s and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag(s) are not designed to deploy in most cases First impact Second impact In an accident where the vehicle is impacted more than once, the driver’s and/or front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag(s) will deploy only once.
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Page 104: Srs Side Airbag And Srs Curtain Airbag
SRS curtain airbag . The front passenger’s frontal airbag ON indicator light is off while the OFF Your vehicle is equipped with a SUBARU indicator light illuminates. SRS curtain airbag system that complies with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety NOTE Standard (FMVSS) No. - Page 105 Example of the type of accident Some of the airbags will deploy in a frontal collision. For details, refer to “SUBARU The SRS side airbag and SRS curtain Advanced Frontal Airbag System” �P91. airbag are designed as follows: SRS airbags are controlled by their airbag .
- Page 106 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS ment during a side impact collision. That level differs from one type of collision to another, and it may have no bearing on the visible damage done to the vehicle itself. Example of the type of accident in which the SRS side airbag will most likely deploy A severe side impact near the front...
- Page 107 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS curtain airbag will most likely deploy The vehicle is involved in a severe side An offset frontal collision that is severe impact near the front seat or the rear enough to deploy the front airbag.
- Page 108 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS Examples of the types of accidents in which it is possible that the SRS side airbag and the SRS curtain airbag will deploy It is possible that the SRS side and curtain airbags will deploy if a serious impact occurs to the underside of your vehicle.
- Page 109 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS side airbag is unlikely to deploy There are many types of collisions which might not necessarily require SRS side airbag deployment. In the event of accidents like those illustrated, the SRS side airbag may not deploy depending on the level of accident forces involved.
- Page 110 SEAT, SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAGS Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS curtain airbag is unlikely to deploy There are many types of collisions which might not necessarily require SRS curtain airbag deployment. In the event of accidents like those illustrated, the SRS curtain airbag may not deploy depending on the level of accident forces involved.
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Page 111: Srs Airbag System Monitors
In an accident where the vehicle is struck the vehicle in a safe place, and consult from the side more than once, the SRS a SUBARU dealer. Unless a techni- side airbag and SRS curtain airbag cian checks and repairs the system as deploy only once. -
Page 112: Srs Airbag System Servicing
In the following cases, contact your dental inflation of the SRS airbag or SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. could make the system inopera- . The front part of the vehicle was tive, which may result in serious involved in an accident in which only injury. -
Page 113: Precautions Against Vehicle Modification
– Installation of additional elec- trical/electronic equipment such as a mobile two-way radio Always consult your SUBARU dealer if on or near the SRS airbag you want to install any accessory parts on system components and/or your vehicle. -
Page 114: The Advanced Airbag System
L5R 4J7 ITIES THAT MAY AFFECT THE 1-800-894-4212 ADVANCED AIRBAG SYSTEM There are currently no SUBARU distri- Changing or moving any parts of the front butors in any other U.S. territories. If you seats, rear seat, seatbelts, front bumper, are in such an area, please contact the... - Page 115 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —...
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- Page 117 KEYS AND DOORS 2-1. Keys (If Equipped) ..............117 Key Number Plate ............... 117 2-2. Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System (If Equipped)................117 Safety Precautions ..............118 Locking and Unlocking with “Keyless Access” Entry Function ..120 Unlock Using PIN Code Access........... 123 Power Saving Function ...............
- Page 118 KEYS AND DOORS 2-8. Windows ..................145 Power Window Switches ............. 146 Operating the Window..............146 Locking the Passengers’ Windows ..........147 Initialization of Power Window (Windows with One-Touch Auto Up and Down Function) ............ 147 2-9. Rear Gate..................148 2-10. Power Rear Gate (If Equipped) ..........150 Operating by the Power Rear Gate Button ........
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Page 119: Keys (If Equipped)
KEYS AND DOORS 2-1. KEYS (If Equipped) 2-2. KEYLESS ACCESS WITH PUSH-BUTTON START SYSTEM (If Equipped) Master keys Key number plate Access key fobs The master key fit all locks on your Key number plate vehicle. . Ignition switch The keyless access with push-button start system allows you to perform the . -
Page 120: Safety Precautions
KEYS AND DOORS An emergency key is attached to each radio waves from the transmitting access key fob. antennas on the vehicle could ad- versely affect the operation of the electronic medical equipment. “Radio waves used for the keyless access with push-button start system” . - Page 121 – It is recommended to have the from being pressed accidentally. access key fob battery re- placed at an authorized SUBARU dealer to avoid the NOTE risk of damage. . The operational/non-operational – Do not get the access key fob setting for the keyless access function wet.
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Page 122: Locking And Unlocking With "Keyless Access" Entry Function
(in- reregistration of an access key fob, cluding the rear gate and the fuel filler lid) contact a SUBARU dealer. can be locked/unlocked just by touching . For a spare access key fob, contact a the door handle. - Page 123 KEYS AND DOORS may be locked inside the vehicle. Before locking the vehicle, make sure that you have the access key fob. . When the battery of the access key fob is discharged, or when operating it in a location with strong radio waves or noise (e.g., near a radio tower, power plant, broadcast station or an area where wireless equipment is used), or...
- Page 124 For details, refer to “Settings icon (Car settings)” �P231. Also, the setting of the hazard warning flasher operation can be changed by your SUBARU dealer. Contact your SUBARU dealer for details. Locking the vehicle Front door handle sensor Rear gate opener button...
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Page 125: Unlock Using Pin Code Access
For details, refer to “Settings icon (Car settings)” �P231. . The setting can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. UNLOCK USING PIN CODE AC- CESS Rear lock button While all the doors (including the rear... - Page 126 KEYS AND DOORS Registration for a PIN code Time from the previous Steps Operation step Turn off the ignition switch. — Close all the doors (including the rear gate). — Press and hold the “ ” button on the access key fob, then press and hold the rear lock button until a chirp —...
- Page 127 KEYS AND DOORS . Reregister the PIN code in the following case. – When you forget the PIN code – When you want to change the PIN code – CONTINUED –...
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Page 128: Power Saving Function
KEYS AND DOORS Unlocking Recovery from power saving mode Perform steps (1) to (5) of step 5 described in “Registration for a PIN When one of the following operations is code”. performed, the keyless access function will be recovered. NOTE . -
Page 129: Disabling Keyless Access Function
KEYS AND DOORS access key fob. 2. Rotate the lock lever forward. DISABLING KEYLESS ACCESS FUNCTION When the vehicle is not going to be used for a long time, or when you choose not to use the keyless access function, the keyless access function can be disabled. - Page 130 KEYS AND DOORS By operating the driver’s door To disable the keyless access function by operating the driver’s door, perform the following procedures. Steps Operation Time Status Sit in the driver’s seat, and close the door. — Close Push “ ” on the power door locking switch. —...
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Page 131: Selecting Audible Signal Operation
Access key fobs can be replaced at ing the center information display. For SUBARU dealers. For more details, con- details, refer to “Settings icon (Car set- tact a SUBARU dealer. tings)” �P231. - Page 132 KEYS AND DOORS . Canada-spec. models – Type 1...
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Page 133: 2-3. Immobilizer
KEYS AND DOORS – Type 2 2-3. IMMOBILIZER The immobilizer system is designed to prevent an unauthorized person from starting the engine. Only keys registered with your vehicle’s immobilizer system can be used to operate your vehicle. If engine start is attempted with an unre- gistered access key fob or key, the engine will not start. -
Page 134: Key Replacement
ID code, all keys that will be used are required. For details about new key registration and erasing the lost key’s ID code, contact your SUBARU dealer. CERTIFICATION FOR IMMOBI- LIZER SYSTEM For models with “keyless access with push-button start system”: Refer to “Certification for Keyless Access... -
Page 135: Remote Keyless Entry System
KEYS AND DOORS Transmitter 2-4. REMOTE KEYLESS EN- TRY SYSTEM CAUTION . Do not expose the remote trans- mitter to severe shocks, such as those experienced as a result of dropping or throwing. . Do not take the remote transmitter apart except when replacing the battery. -
Page 136: Locking The Doors
This operation setting can be changed by – “Car settings icon” �P216 (dual a SUBARU dealer. Consult your 7.0-inch display models) SUBARU dealer for details. – “Settings icon (Car settings)” �P231 (11.6-inch display models) -
Page 137: Selecting Hazard Warning Flasher Operation
If a button on the access key fob/ to indicate completion of the setting. transmitter is not pressed, the alarm will be deactivated after approximately 30 Your SUBARU dealer can perform the seconds. above procedure for you. REPLACING THE BATTERY... -
Page 138: Certification For Remote Keyless Entry System
KEYS AND DOORS CERTIFICATION FOR REMOTE . Canada-spec. models KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM – Type 1 . U.S.-spec. models FCC ID: CWTB1G496 FCC ID: CWTD1G141... -
Page 139: 2-5. Door Locks
KEYS AND DOORS – Type 2 2-5. DOOR LOCKS LOCKING AND UNLOCKING FROM THE OUTSIDE NOTE If you unlock the driver’s door with a key (including an emergency key) and open the door while the alarm system is armed, the alarm system is triggered and the vehicle’s horn sounds. - Page 140 KEYS AND DOORS How to lock and unlock the Locking using lock lever vehicle using the key Move the lock lever to the lock position. Close the door. Lock Unlock In this way, only the door that was operated will be locked. In this case, only the driver’s side door is locked or unlocked.
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Page 141: Locking And Unlocking From The Inside
KEYS AND DOORS . Do not pull the front door handle LOCKING AND UNLOCKING from inside while driving. The door FROM THE INSIDE could open even if it is locked. To lock the door from inside the vehicle, use the lock lever or power door locking switch. -
Page 142: Key Lock-In Prevention Function
�P477. erational setting can be changed by a . When getting out of the vehicle from a SUBARU dealer. Contact a SUBARU rear door, make sure to unlock all the dealer for details. doors by pushing the unlock side of the power door locking switch. -
Page 143: Battery Drainage Reduction Function
KEYS AND DOORS closed with the lock lever in that – Map light – Dome light position, the driver’s door is locked. – Ignition switch light* Turning off . If the emergency key is used to lock – Cargo area light lights –... -
Page 144: 2-6. Alarm System
The system can be armed or disarmed and dome light are deactivated as the with the keyless access function or factory setting. A SUBARU dealer can access key fob. activate the system. Contact your The system will not be activated when the SUBARU dealer for details. -
Page 145: Disarming The System
. The 30-second standby time can be access key fob/transmitter (i.e., the eliminated if you prefer. Have it per- transmitter is lost, broken or the trans- formed by your SUBARU dealer. mitter battery is too weak), you can – CONTINUED –... -
Page 146: Alarm System Setting
AL ON Once To exit valet mode, change the setting of Twice Deactivate AL OFF your vehicle’s alarm system to activation mode. Refer to “Alarm System Setting” NOTE �P144. You may have the above setting change done by your SUBARU dealer. -
Page 147: 2-7. Child Safety Locks
KEYS AND DOORS 2-7. CHILD SAFETY LOCKS 2-8. WINDOWS WARNING WARNING Always turn the child safety locks to To avoid serious personal injury the “LOCK” position when children sit caused by entrapment, always con- on the rear seat. Serious injury could form to the following instructions result if a child accidentally opens the without exception. -
Page 148: Power Window Switches
KEYS AND DOORS POWER WINDOW SWITCHES located on the door. You can raise and lower the vehicle OPERATING THE WINDOW widows by operating the power window switch. With one-touch auto up and down feature: The switch illuminates when activated. Driver’s side power window switches: Automatically close* Close For front left window*... -
Page 149: Locking The Passengers' Windows
KEYS AND DOORS . Continuously operating three or more Off delay function (windows switches all at once in the same with one-touch auto up and direction after the windows are fully down function) closed or fully opened. Either of the operations described above The windows can be operated for ap- may cause the power window breaker to proximately 40 seconds even after the... -
Page 150: 2-9. Rear Gate
KEYS AND DOORS 1. Close the door. 2-9. REAR GATE 2. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position. CAUTION 3. Open the window completely and then When loading and unloading cargo, press and hold down the power be careful not to come in contact with window switch for approximately 1 the hot engine exhaust gas or the second. - Page 151 KEYS AND DOORS WARNING . To prevent dangerous exhaust gas from entering the vehicle, always keep the rear gate closed while the engine is running. . Do not attempt to shut the rear gate while holding the recessed grip. Also do not close the rear gate by pulling the grip from inside the cargo space.
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Page 152: Power Rear Gate (If Equipped)
Ignoring the precautions . Do not install any accessories may result in an injury (e.g., any- other than genuine SUBARU parts one’s body is hit against the rear on the rear gate. If the weight of gate or is caught in the rear gate, rear gate increases excessively, etc.) -
Page 153: Operating By The Power Rear Gate Button
KEYS AND DOORS operation and the rear gate will con- NOTE tinue to open. . The rear gate may not move smoothly . The rear gate will remain unlocked when the battery power becomes low. even after closing it. Always lock the . -
Page 154: Operating By The Buttons On The Rear Gate
This setting can be changed to non-operation or pressing twice at SUBARU dealers. For more details, contact a SUBARU dealer. Pausing the rear gate while it is open- ing: Briefly press the power rear gate button while the rear gate is being opened. -
Page 155: Manual Operation
KEYS AND DOORS Pausing the rear gate while it is open- does not operate when you push the ing: power rear gate lock button. . If any of the doors is not fully closed, Briefly press either of the following but- the electronic chirp sounds five times tons while the rear gate is being opened. - Page 156 KEYS AND DOORS Operating range CAUTION . Do not kick the bumper. Doing so may cause a malfunction. . Be careful not to touch the exhaust pipe when making a kicking mo- tion. There is a risk of burns. . When opening and closing the rear gate, check that there is a safe amount of space behind the vehi- cle.
- Page 157 KEYS AND DOORS NOTE . If you move your foot into the opera- tion range while the rear gate is in opening, the rear gate will stop. . If you perform a kicking motion while the rear gate is in closing, the rear gate will start opening.
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Page 158: Memory Function
“Function Settings and Adjustments tion. Performed by a Dealer” �P541. The rear gate will stop at the registered . If you visit your SUBARU dealer to position when the memory function is on. have the automatic lock function set to NOTE... -
Page 159: Reverse Function
KEYS AND DOORS Utilizing the memorized rear gate depending on the rear gate height height: when automatic operation is ceased. Be careful that the rear To open the rear gate and stop it at the gate does not hit anyone’s head or registered height, perform the following face, etc. -
Page 160: Rear Gate Drop Prevention Function
If desired, the audible signal can be turned off by a SUBARU dealer. Consult your SUBARU Rear gate opener button dealer for details. 2. Pull down the rear gate until it starts to close automatically. -
Page 161: Moonroof (If Equipped)
If the power rear gate function does Never let anyone’s hands, arms, head not operate properly, have your vehi- or any objects protrude from the cle checked by a SUBARU dealer. moonroof. A person could be seriously injured if any of the following condi- tions occur. -
Page 162: Moonroof Switch
. Driving with the moonroof fully open have the system checked by a can cause an annoying sound to be SUBARU dealer. generated at high speeds. If this occurs, use the moonroof at the initial stop position of 6 in (15 cm) away from the fully opened position. -
Page 163: Keys And Doors
KEYS AND DOORS SUNSHADE The sunshade can be slid forward or backward by hand while the moonroof is closed. If the moonroof is opened, the sunshade also moves back. - Page 164 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —...
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Page 165: Instruments And Controls
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3-1. Ignition Switch (Models without Push-Button Start System)..................166 Key Positions ................166 Key Reminder Chime ..............167 Ignition Switch Light ..............167 3-2. Push-Button Ignition Switch (Models with Push-Button Start System)................168 Safety Precautions ..............168 Operating Range for Push-Button Start System ......168 Switching Power Status .............. - Page 166 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS SI-DRIVE Indicator ..............192 Select Lever/Gear Position Indicator..........193 Turn Signal Indicator Lights ............193 High Beam Indicator Light............193 High Beam Assist Indicator ............193 Automatic Headlight Beam Leveler Warning Light ....... 193 LED Headlight Warning Light ............193 Steering Responsive Headlight OFF Indicator Light .....
- Page 167 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3-10. Center Information Display (11.6-Inch Display) ......219 HOME Icon ................. 219 Status Bar................... 219 Information Bar................220 Climate Control Screen ............... 222 How to Change the Screen Settings ..........223 Shortcut Icons ................223 3-11. Clock ....................235 Setting the Clock Manually............
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Page 168: Ignition Switch (Models Without Push-Button Start System)
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3-1. IGNITION SWITCH (Models without Push-But- ton Start System) WARNING . Never turn the ignition switch to “LOCK” while the vehicle is being driven or towed because that will lock the steering wheel, preventing steering control. And when the engine is turned off, it takes a much greater effort than usual to steer. -
Page 169: Key Reminder Chime
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS – The key is near another key that NOTE contains an immobilizer transpon- . To turn the key from the “ACC” to der. “LOCK” position: – The key is near or touching another – Place the select lever in the “P” transmitter. -
Page 170: Push-Button Ignition Switch (Models With Push-Button Start System)
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS The light gradually turns off under the 3-2. PUSH-BUTTON IGNI- following conditions. TION SWITCH (Models with . The ignition switch is turned to the Push-Button Start System) “ON” position. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . The doors are locked using the remote keyless entry transmitter. -
Page 171: Switching Power Status
. If the push-button ignition switch 1. Carry the access key fob, and sit in the does not operate smoothly, stop driver’s seat. the operation. Contact a SUBARU 2. Make sure the select lever is in the “P” dealer immediately. position. -
Page 172: When Access Key Fob Does Not Operate Properly
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3-3. HAZARD WARNING NOTE FLASHER . When operating the push-button igni- tion switch, firmly press it all the way. . If the push-button ignition switch is pressed quickly, the power may not turn on or off. . If the indicator light on the push-button ignition switch flashes in green when the push-button ignition switch is pressed, steering is locked. -
Page 173: 3-4. Meters And Gauges
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS – “Settings icon (General settings)” 3-4. METERS AND GAUGES �P227 (11.6-inch display models) NOTE ODOMETER Liquid crystal displays are used in some of the meters and gauges in the combi- nation meter. You will find their indications hard to see if you wear polarized glasses. -
Page 174: Fuel Gauge
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS FUEL GAUGE This meter displays the two trip meters when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. The trip meter shows the distance that the vehicle has been driven since you last set it to zero. The display can be switched as shown in the following sequence by pressing the TRIP RESET switch. -
Page 175: Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERA- COMBINATION METER SET- TURE GAUGE TINGS Meter settings can be set on the center information display. For details, refer to the following sections. – “Settings icon (General settings)” �P210 (dual 7.0-inch display models) – “Settings icon (General settings)” �P227 (11.6-inch display models) Normal operating range The temperature gauge shows engine... -
Page 176: Illumination Brightness Control
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS “Brightness Dial” is on. 3-5. ILLUMINATION BRIGHT- NESS CONTROL Center in- Operational Combina- formation item tion meter display Control dial Available Available “Bright- ness”* Not avail- Not avail- the center able able information display “Brightness Dial” is off. Center in- Operational Combina-... -
Page 177: Warning And Indicator Lights
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS SUBARU dealer. Contact your SUBARU 3-6. WARNING AND INDICA- dealer for details. TOR LIGHTS Several of the warning and indicator lights illuminate momentarily and then go out when the ignition switch is initially turned to the “ON” position. This permits check- ing the operation of the bulbs. -
Page 178: Seatbelt Warning Light And Chime
If any lights fail to illuminate, it indicates a burned-out bulb or a malfunction of the corresponding system. Consult your authorized SUBARU dealer for repair. When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the driver’s and/or front SEATBELT WARNING passenger’s warning light will illuminate,... - Page 179 The front passenger’s rectly after taking relevant corrective seatbelt warning system monitors actions described above, immediately whether or not there is a passenger on the contact your SUBARU dealer for an front passenger’s seat. inspection. CAUTION Rear passenger’s seats Observe the following precautions.
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Page 180: Srs Airbag System Warning Light
SUBARU dealer. Unless a techni- If passengers in the rear seats do not cian checks and repairs the system as fasten their seatbelts when the ignition needed, the seatbelt pretensioners switch is turned to the “ON”... -
Page 181: Front Passenger's Frontal Airbag On And Off Indicator Lights
For details about the operating conditions vehicle checked/repaired by your of SRS seat cushion airbag, refer to SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. “SUBARU Advanced Frontal Airbag System” �P91. Continued vehicle operation without having the emission control system The front passenger’s frontal airbag ON... -
Page 182: Charge Warning Light
. Avoid hard acceleration. stop the engine at the first safe opportu- . Avoid steep uphill grades. nity and contact your nearest SUBARU . Reduce the amount of cargo, if pos- dealer immediately. sible. -
Page 183: At Oil Temp Warning Light
Each tire, including the spare (if pro- vehicle checked by a SUBARU dealer. vided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure NOTE recommended by the vehicle manufac- . -
Page 184: Abs Warning Light
SUBARU dealer to Should the warning light illuminate stea- have the system inspected. dily after blinking for approximately one minute, have the system inspected by your nearest SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. CAUTION The tire pressure monitoring system is WARNING NOT a substitute for manually check- ing tire pressure. -
Page 185: Brake System Warning Light
If the light – The warning light illuminates remains illuminated, have the during driving. brakes inspected by a SUBARU dealer immediately. . When the warning light is on (and brake system warning light is off), . If at all in doubt about whether the the ABS function shuts down;... -
Page 186: Electronic Parking Brake Indicator Light
In this case, the reservoir, do not drive the vehicle. Have operation of the electronic parking brake the vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU switch is restricted to protect the electro- dealer for repair. nic parking brake system. - Page 187 SUBARU . The electronic parking brake indicator dealer. light may flash after the electronic parking brake is frequently applied .
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Page 188: Auto Vehicle Hold Indicator Light
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS without “keyless access with push-button NOTE start system”). Wait until the indicator light turns off. The open door is indicated by the corresponding part of the door open AUTO VEHICLE HOLD indicator light. INDICATOR LIGHT Always make sure this indicator does not appear before you start to drive. -
Page 189: Power Steering Warning Light
ABS. Accord- operated. Drive carefully to the near- ingly, if the ABS is inoperative, the est SUBARU dealer and have the Vehicle Dynamics Control system be- vehicle inspected immediately. comes unable to provide ABS control. -
Page 190: Vehicle Dynamics Control Off Indicator Light
“Electronic Brake Force Distribution probably malfunctioning under the fol- (EBD) system warning” �P184. lowing condition. Have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is possible. probably inoperative under any of the following conditions. Have your vehicle . -
Page 191: Warning Chimes And Warning Indicator Of The Keyless Access
WARNING INDICATOR OF THE is still flashing in green, there could KEYLESS ACCESS WITH be a steering lock malfunction. PUSH-BUTTON START SYS- Contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. TEM (If Equipped) . When the operation indicator on the push-button ignition switch flashes in orange, contact a SUBARU dealer immediately. - Page 192 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Operation in- Inside Outside dicator on warning warning push-button Status Action chime chime ignition switch Switch the push-button ignition The driver’s door is opened switch to “OFF”, or close the while the push-button ignition driver’s door. Ding, ding switch is “ACC”...
- Page 193 (15 seconds performed, but the steering is brake pedal and press the push- max) still locked. button ignition switch. Contact a SUBARU dealer im- System malfunction warning: Flashes in mediately and have the vehicle Ding — A malfunction is detected in the orange power system or steering lock.
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Page 194: Security Indicator Light
. Immediately after the key is pulled out. If the indicator light does not blink in the above conditions, it may indicate that immobilizer system may be malfunction- ing. Contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. Models with Sport (S) mode Models with Sport Sharp (S#) mode... -
Page 195: Select Lever/Gear Position Indicator
This light illuminates if the LED headlights TURN SIGNAL INDI- malfunction. Have your vehicle inspected CATOR LIGHTS at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. These lights show the operation of the STEERING RESPONSIVE turn signal or lane change signal. -
Page 196: Steering Responsive Headlight Warning Light
“Auto Equipped) Start Stop” is touched, we recommend This indicator light illuminates while the that you contact a SUBARU dealer for front fog lights are illuminated. an inspection as soon as possible. AUTO START STOP... -
Page 197: X-Mode Indicator (If Equipped)
For further increased to 41°F (5°C) or higher. details, refer to “BSD/RCTA Warning Indicator” �P394. If this indicator re- mains displayed, have your vehicle in- spected by your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. – CONTINUED –... -
Page 198: Rab Warning Indicator (If Equipped)
(green)” �P417. DRIVER MONITORING SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT (Yellow) (If Equipped) This warning light illuminates if the Driver Monitoring System malfunctions. We re- commend that you have your vehicle inspected at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. Refer to “Driver Monitoring... -
Page 199: Combination Meter Display (Color Lcd)
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3-7. COMBINATION METER DISPLAY (Color LCD) WARNING Always pay adequate attention to safe driving when operating the combina- tion meter display (color LCD) while the vehicle is in motion. When opera- tion of the combination meter display (color LCD) interferes with your ability to concentrate on driving, stop the vehicle before performing operations... -
Page 200: Basic Operation
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS *1: For details, refer to the separate EyeSight When the driver’s door is opened and Owner’s Manual. closed after unlocking the door, the welcome screen (opening animation) will *2: If equipped appear on the combination meter display (color LCD) for approximately 20 sec- BASIC OPERATION onds. -
Page 201: Warning Screen
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS WARNING SCREEN The ECO gauge shows the difference between the average rate of fuel con- Example of warning sumption since the trip meter was last reset and the current rate of fuel con- sumption. The ECO gauge indicates the current fuel efficiency as shown in the following chart. -
Page 202: Telltale Screen
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS layed in the following conditions. NOTE – While parking or driving at low The driving range on the remaining fuel is speeds only a guide. The indicated value may – When the outside temperature differ from the actual driving range on the changes suddenly (example: when remaining fuel, so you must immediately going in and out of an underground... -
Page 203: Basic Screens
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Mark Name Page Mark Name Page Steering Responsive Driver Monitoring System Headlight OFF indicator operation indicator light light (green) (if equipped) Driver Monitoring System Steering Responsive warning light (yellow) (if Headlight warning light equipped) Driver Monitoring System Engine low oil level warn- OFF indicator light (if ing light... - Page 204 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Current fuel consumption screen: Auto Start Stop screen: : Current fuel consumption : The total amount of time that the engine was stopped by means of the Auto Start : Driving range on remaining fuel Stop system : The total amount of fuel saved due to the NOTE engine being stopped by the Auto Start...
- Page 205 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS TPMS screen (U.S.-spec. models): Compass screen (if equipped): This screen displays each tire pressure. The direction of the vehicle is displayed. When a tire is deflated, the deflated tire Navigation screen (if equipped): and the tire pressure will be displayed on the screen in yellow.
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Page 206: Digital Speed Screen
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Audio screen: parking area or when passing through a tunnel) – When starting the engine after being parked for a certain period of time . You can set the temperature units to be displayed in Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C). -
Page 207: Center Information Display (Cid) Features
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3-8. CENTER INFORMATION NOTE DISPLAY (CID) FEATURES . When the vehicle is in motion, certain functions and selections may not be available. WARNING . The language and units for both the Always pay attention to safe driving center information display and the when operating the center information combination meter display (color... -
Page 208: Good-Bye Screen
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS . For a certain period of time after the Touch welcome screen has once appeared, it may not appear again even when the driver’s door is opened and closed. This does not indicate a malfunction. GOOD-BYE SCREEN The good-bye screen will be displayed under the following conditions. -
Page 209: Center Information Display (Dual 7.0-Inch Display)
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3-9. CENTER INFORMATION NOTE DISPLAY (Dual 7.0-Inch Dis- Swipe operations may not be performed smoothly in high altitudes. play) ON/OFF setting Touch the changing menu and select OFF or ON Item selecting Upper display Lower display HOME button (Refer to “HOME Button” �P208.) Status bar (Refer to “Status Bar”... -
Page 210: Home Button
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Display” �P236. . Radio . Touch the clock on the status bar to . Media display the clock setting screen. Refer . Phone to “Clock” �P235. . Apps . Add to Shortcut CLIMATE CONTROL SCREEN Lower main screen: For details about the setting items, refer to “Shortcut Icons”... -
Page 211: How To Change The Screen Settings
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS HOW TO CHANGE THE Lower main screen: SCREEN SETTINGS If this screen changes to the climate control screen, refer to “Dual 7.0-Inch Set and adjust the brightness and con- Display Models” �P278. trast of the center information display. Valet mode icon Brightness/Contrast For details, refer to “Valet Mode”... - Page 212 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Settings icon (General settings) In this Owner’s Manual, the settings of the “General” menu will be explained. The “General” menu is used to set the display, language and time. For details about other items, refer to the separate navigation/audio Owner’s Man- ual.
- Page 213 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS The setting adjustments to the following items can be manually changed to meet your personal requirements. Item Page refer- ence for the Available settings vehicle sys- 1st menu 2nd menu 3rd menu tem opera- tion Time Setting Sync With Phone/Manual Clock Clock Format...
- Page 214 — ON/OFF Goodbye Screen — ON/OFF General Birthday List — Set a birthday. Anniversary List — Set an anniversary day. SUBARU STARLINK — OK/Cancel Apps Recovery SUBARU STARLINK — ON/OFF Auto Connect Factory Data Reset — Reset/Cancel System Information —...
- Page 215 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Vehicle settings while driving Touch the following icons to display the items that remain operable during driving. – Vehicle Control icon – Driving Assistance icon – More Settings icon – CONTINUED –...
- Page 216 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Item Page refer- ence for the Available settings vehicle sys- 1st menu 2nd menu 3rd menu tem opera- tion Vehicle Dynamics Control — ON/OFF Auto Vehicle Hold (AVH) — ON/OFF Vehicle Cruise Control Accelera- Eco/Comfort/Standard/ — Control tion Dynamic Steering Responsive...
- Page 217 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Auto Start Stop ON/OFF icon NOTE When the Auto Vehicle Hold function is on, the Auto Vehicle Hold indicator light on the combination meter turns on. The “Auto Vehicle Hold” indicator also turns on at the same time. Vehicle Dynamics Control icon Auto Start Stop indicator (green) Touching “...
- Page 218 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3. Select “Notification Date” or “Notifica- Driving Statistics icon tion Distance” of the reminder. 4. ? “Set” 5. ? NOTE . Touch “Reset” to reset each setting. . Touch “Update” to revert to the default value. Car settings icon Touch (Car Settings).
- Page 219 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS The setting adjustments to the following items can be manually changed to meet your personal requirements. Item Page refer- ence for the Available settings vehicle sys- 1st menu 2nd menu 3rd menu 4th menu tem opera- tion Pre-Collision Setting ON/Setting Braking...
- Page 220 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Item Page refer- ence for the Available settings vehicle sys- 1st menu 2nd menu 3rd menu 4th menu tem opera- tion Light Sensitivity — Min/Low/Mid/Max Auto Light Sensor Wiper Link — ON/OFF 30 seconds/60 Approaching Time — seconds/90 sec- onds/OFF Welcome Lighting...
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Page 221: Center Information Display (11.6-Inch Display)
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Auto Vehicle Hold icon (Refer to “Auto 3-10. CENTER INFORMA- Vehicle Hold icon” �P224.) TION DISPLAY (11.6-Inch While the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or Display) “ON” position, the touch panel will acti- vate. HOME ICON To display the main screen, touch (HOME). -
Page 222: Information Bar
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS . Touch the clock on the status bar to display the clock setting screen. Refer to “Clock” �P235. . For details about Bluetooth device information, refer to the navigation/ audio Owner’s Manual. INFORMATION BAR Swipe the information bar or touch “ ” or “... - Page 223 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Items Details NOTE For details about how to use the audio set, The screen of the currently selected audio Audio screen refer to the separate navigation/audio source is displayed. Owner’s Manual. When a destination is not set in the The directions to the destination are navigation system, the compass orienta- Navigation screen*...
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Page 224: Climate Control Screen
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS CLIMATE CONTROL SCREEN Favorite screen items The climate control status is shown on the Item Details screen. Engine coolant temperature Engine oil temperature Average vehicle speed Accelerator opening ratio Vehicle posture Driver’s seat heater/ventilation icon* Set temperature indicator (driver’s Direction of the vehicle* side) SYNC mode indicator... -
Page 225: How To Change The Screen Settings
. Add to Shortcut SCREEN SETTINGS For details about the following menu, refer to the Owner’s Manual supplement Set and adjust the brightness and con- for “SUBARU STARLINK Safety and trast of the center information display. Security”. Brightness/Contrast . MySubaru 1. - Page 226 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS For details about the Vehicle Dynamics Auto Vehicle Hold icon Control system, refer to “To Turn On/Off the Vehicle Dynamics Control System” �P358. Car information icon 1. Touch (HOME) to display the top menu. 2. ? (Car Info) Auto Vehicle Hold indicator To turn the Auto Vehicle Hold function on and off, touch the “Auto Vehicle Hold”...
- Page 227 5. ? NOTE . Touch “Reset” to reset each setting. . Touch “Default” to revert to the default value. . For details about the “Auto”, refer to the Owner’s Manual supplement for “SUBARU STARLINK Safety and Se- curity”. – CONTINUED –...
- Page 228 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Item Page reference for the vehicle Available settings system opera- 1st menu 2nd menu 3rd menu tion Vehicle Dy- — ON/OFF namics Control Models with 1 mode: ON/OFF X-MODE — Models with 2 modes: Snow/Dirt, Normal, Deep Snow/Mud Cruise Control —...
- Page 229 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Auto Start Stop ON/OFF icon Settings icon (General settings) Set the time and display general items. 1. Touch (HOME). 2. ? (Settings) 3. ? “General” Auto Start Stop indicator (green) Touching “ ” deactivates the Auto Start Stop system and turns off the Auto Start Stop indicator (green) on the screen.
- Page 230 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS The setting adjustments to the following items can be manually changed to meet your personal requirements. Item Page reference for the vehicle Available settings system opera- 1st menu 2nd menu 3rd menu tion Time Setting* AUTO/Manual Time Setting* Sync With Phone/Manual AUTO/Pacific/Mountain/ Central/Eastern/Atlantic/...
- Page 231 Periodic Rest No- — ON/OFF tification* Check if a new software Update update Automatically Check for ON/OFF Updates Software Update Automatically Download ON/OFF Updates Default — SUBARU STARLINK Apps — OK/Cancel Recovery SUBARU ON/OFF STARLINK Auto — Connect – CONTINUED –...
- Page 232 *6: For details about the audio and navigation system, refer to the Owner’s Manual supplement for the audio and navigation system. *7: For details, refer to the Owner’s Manual supplement for SUBARU STARLINK Safety and Security. *8: Displayed until valet mode is set.
- Page 233 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Settings icon (Car settings) Perform the EyeSight system setting and vehicle setting. 1. Touch (HOME). 2. ? (Settings) 3. ? “Car” 4. Select the preferred menu. – CONTINUED –...
- Page 234 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS The setting adjustments to the following items can be manually changed to meet your personal requirements. Item Page refer- ence for the Available settings vehicle sys- 1st menu 2nd menu 3rd menu tem opera- tion Pre-Collision Braking Setting ON/Setting OFF Forward Collision Warning Far/Normal/Near All Functions/Lane Depar-...
- Page 235 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Item Page refer- ence for the Available settings vehicle sys- 1st menu 2nd menu 3rd menu tem opera- tion Audible Signal* ON/OFF 129 and 134 Hazard Warning Flasher ON/OFF 129 and 135 Keyless Entry System Driver Door Unlock* Driver Door Only/All Rear Gate/Trunk Unlock* Rear Gate/Trunk Only/All...
- Page 236 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Item Page refer- ence for the Available settings vehicle sys- 1st menu 2nd menu 3rd menu tem opera- tion 392, 407 Warning Volume — Min/Mid/Max and * km, km/h, Liter/ Units — 171 and 197 Miles, MPH, Gallon *1: If equipped *2: This setting also works as the On/Off setting of the power rear gate buzzer for starting operation.
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Page 237: 3-11. Clock
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Dual 7.0-inch display models 3-11. CLOCK For models with a genuine SUBARU navigation and/or audio system, the clock can be adjusted using either auto mode or manual mode. SETTING THE CLOCK MANU- ALLY 1. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON”... -
Page 238: Setting The Clock Automatically
Models with navigation system: MATICALLY The clock will be set automatically where a GPS signal is available. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” Models with SUBARU STARLINK position. Safety and Security without navigation 2. Press (HOME) (dual 7.0-inch dis- system: play models). -
Page 239: Time Zone (Models With Navigation System)
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 4. ? “General” 3-12. VALET MODE 5. ? “Clock” When leaving your vehicle with a valet 6. ? “Clock Format” service, such as at a hotel or restaurant, you can set the valet mode, which disables the navigation, audio, and vehi- TIME ZONE (Models with Navi- cle setting functions. -
Page 240: Deactivation Of Valet Mode
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Page 241: Headlights
“ ” position. If this happens, have your “OFF” position (for U.S. models): vehicle inspected by your SUBARU The headlights are all off. dealer as soon as possible. Only when the following conditions are . - Page 242 If the engine is turned off after turning off welcome lighting function can be changed the light switch, the welcome lighting by a SUBARU dealer. Contact your function may not operate (for Canada SUBARU dealer for details. Also, you can models). change the setting by operating the center...
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Page 243: High/Low Beam Change (Dimmer)
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Sensor for the auto on/off information display. For details, refer to the following sections. headlights – “Car settings icon” �P216 (dual 7.0- inch display models) – “Settings icon (Car settings)” �P231 (11.6-inch display models) Battery drainage reduction function When the headlights are illuminated under the following conditions, the battery... -
Page 244: Headlight Flasher
“ ” on the system. combination meter also illuminates. . The factory setting (default setting) for this function is set as “operational”. This setting can be changed to OFF (non-operation) at SUBARU dealers. For more details, contact a SUBARU dealer. - Page 245 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” How to use the high beam assist position and within approximately 15 function seconds, press the “ ” (following distance setting) switch more than 10 The high beam assist function will be times consecutively.
- Page 246 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS – When driving on a road with many tail lights and license plate lights will curves. turn on. – When there are some objects that Tips for the high beam assist reflect light strongly, such as a road system sign or a mirror in vehicle ahead.
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Page 247: Daytime Running Light System
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS – Color or brightness of the head- NOTE lights of an oncoming vehicle or the When the light switch is in the “ ” tail lights of a vehicle ahead. position, the instrument panel illumina- – The headlights of the oncoming tion, front side marker lights, tail lights and vehicle or the tail lights of the license plate lights are also illuminated. -
Page 248: Steering Responsive Headlight (Srh)
Responsive Headlight warning light on the combination meter display (color LCD) illuminates and a message appears on the warning screen when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. It indicates that SRH has been deactivated. Contact a SUBARU dealer for an inspection. -
Page 249: Headlight Beam Leveler
In such cases, have the headlight alignment checked by a SUBARU dealer. NOTE If you are driving with the headlights set to high beam and the following conditions... -
Page 250: Front Fog Light Switch (If Equipped)
NOTE The operational/non-operational setting of the one-touch lane changer can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer for details. The setting can also be changed by operating the center information display. Refer to the following sections. -
Page 251: 3-18. Wiper And Washer
In is sufficiently warmed by the defroster. areas where water freezes in winter, use SUBARU Windshield Otherwise the washer fluid can freeze on the windshield, blocking your view. Washer Fluid or the equivalent. - Page 252 We recommend that you component will peel off, which will contact your SUBARU dealer and cause the wiper to judder. Also, after have the system inspected as soon wiping it off, check that the rubber has as possible.
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Page 253: Windshield Wiper And Washer Switches
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Page 254: Rear Window Wiper And Washer Switch
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Windshield washer The rain sensor is on the windshield glass. To wash the windshield, pull the wiper control lever toward you. The washer fluid sprays until you release the lever. The wipers operate while you pull the lever. NOTE Turn the dial to adjust the sensitivity of the rain sensor for wiper control. - Page 255 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS This setting can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Consult your SUBARU dealer for details. CAUTION Do not attach anything that disturbs the rear wiper operation on the rear gate. Doing so may damage the rear wiper when it operates.
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Page 256: Defogger And Deicer
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS To activate the defogger and deicer 3-19. DEFOGGER AND DEI- system, press the defogger button. The rear window defogger, outside mirror defogger and windshield wiper deicer are activated simultaneously. The indicator light on the defogger button illuminates while the defogger and deicer system is activated. -
Page 257: 3-20. Mirrors
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3-20. MIRRORS NOTE . Turn on the defogger and deicer Always check that the inside and outside system if the wipers are frozen to the mirrors are properly adjusted before you windshield. start driving. . If the windshield is covered with snow, remove the snow so that the wind- INSIDE MIRROR (without Auto- shield wiper deicer works effectively. -
Page 258: Auto-Dimming Mirror/Compass With Homelink (If Equipped)
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS During nighttime driving, the auto-dim- again until your current location ming feature senses distracting glare zone number appears. After you from vehicle headlights behind you and stop pressing the switch, your automatically dims to eliminate the glare new zone number will be saved. - Page 259 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS each ignition cycle. (3) Once the zone number appears in the display, toggle the “ ” switch To Operate the Compass Fea- again until your current location ture (if equipped) zone number appears. After you stop pressing the switch, your 1.
- Page 260 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS required by U.S. federal safety standards (this includes any gar- age door opener model manufac- tured before April 1, 1982). A garage door that cannot detect an object signaling the door to stop and reverse does not meet current U.S.
- Page 261 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS plete. If the device does not oper- ate, continue with the next step of the programming instructions. 5. At the garage door opener motor, (security gate motor, etc.) locate the “Learn”, “Smart”, or “Program” button. This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor-head unit (see the device’s manual to identify this button).
- Page 262 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 7. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, Gate Operator/Canadian Pro- hold for 2 seconds and release the gramming HomeLink button up to three times. At ® this point programming is complete Canadian radio-frequency laws require and your device should operate when transmitter remote signals to “time-out”...
- Page 263 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Range may be reduced by obstacles Erasing HomeLink buttons ® such as houses or trees. You may have to To erase programming from the three slow your vehicle speed to successfully buttons (individual buttons cannot be receive the garage door opener commu- erased but can be “reprogrammed”...
- Page 264 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Using Two-Way Communica- Certification tion In the event that there are still program- ming difficulties or questions, additional HomeLink information and programming ® videos can be found at www.HomeLink.com, www.youtube.com/HomeLinkGentex, or by calling the toll-free HomeLink-hotline at 1-800-355-3515. .
- Page 265 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS . Canada-spec. models HomeLink and the HomeLink house are ® ® registered trademarks of Gentex Cor- poration. – CONTINUED –...
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Page 266: Smart Rearview Mirror (If Equipped)
Control System with a garage mode immediately and we recom- door opener that lacks the safety mend that you consult a SUBARU stop and reverse feature as re- dealer. quired by applicable safety stan- . - Page 267 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS To change the mode: Smart Rearview Mirror switches To select the display mode, first adjust the rearview mirror, then pull the mode Mode lever lever towards you. Left button To select the mirror mode, push the mode lever away from you. Center button Right button Select the display mode to show the...
- Page 268 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS To adjust the display: After pressing the setting button, the mode will change to the up/down adjust- ment mode. Up/down adjustment: Left button Center button Right button Setting button: Press the setting button Press any of the left, center or right to set the angle.
- Page 269 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Rotation adjustment: dimming menu. Press the center or right buttons to turn the dimming mirror mode ON/OFF. Dimming mirror mode ON indicator Setting button: Press the setting button to set the angle. Press this button to turn the angle counterclockwise.
- Page 270 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS mend that you consult your SUBARU When the display mode mal- dealer for repair. functions Maintenance When there is a vehicle communication error, the warning indicators will appear Camera as shown in the illustration. . Make sure to clean the Smart Rear-...
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Page 271: Outside Mirrors
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS – The shown items are a very far Tips distance away. . Do not use the display mode for a long – The environmental conditions are time while the engine is not running. very dark. Doing so could result in the battery discharge. - Page 272 Monitoring System settings. Refer to senger’s side mirror. The setting of “Using the Driver Monitoring System” driver’s side mirror operation can be �P417. changed by a SUBARU dealer. Con- tact your SUBARU dealer for details. Reverse tilt-down feature (if equipped) CAUTION...
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Page 273: Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel
NOTE . The factory setting (default setting) for this function is set as “non-opera- tional”. This setting can be changed to “operational” at SUBARU dealers. For more details, contact a SUBARU dealer. . If the hold last position function setting Tilt adjustment is “non-operation”, the reverse tilt-... -
Page 274: Heated Steering Wheel System (If Equipped)
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3-22. HEATED STEERING . Do not cover the Heated Steering Wheel with an object such as a WHEEL SYSTEM (If steering wheel cover. Doing so Equipped) may cause the Heated Steering Wheel to overheat. The Heated Steering Wheel system warms the steering wheel at a constant . -
Page 275: 3-23. Horn
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 3-23. HORN To sound the horn, push the horn pad. - Page 276 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —...
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Page 277: Climate Control
CLIMATE CONTROL 4-1. Ventilator Control................276 Center Ventilators ............... 276 Side Ventilators................276 Rear Ventilators (If Equipped)............276 4-2. Climate Control Panel..............277 Dual 7.0-Inch Display Models ............278 11.6-Inch Display Models............. 280 4-3. Automatic Climate Control Operation ........282 Sensors ..................283 4-4. -
Page 278: 4-1. Ventilator Control
CLIMATE CONTROL REAR VENTILATORS (If 4-1. VENTILATOR CONTROL Equipped) CENTER VENTILATORS Open Close To adjust the airflow direction, move the tab. To close the ventilator, move the tab To adjust the flow direction, move the tab. all the way down. SIDE VENTILATORS Open Close... -
Page 279: Climate Control Panel
CLIMATE CONTROL 4-2. CLIMATE CONTROL PA- WARNING . The cooling function operates only when the engine is running. . Do not leave children or adults who would normally require the support of others alone in your vehicle. Pets should not be left alone either. On hot, sunny days, temperatures in a closed vehicle could quickly become high enough to cause... -
Page 280: Dual 7.0-Inch Display Models
CLIMATE CONTROL DUAL 7.0-INCH DISPLAY MODELS Defroster button (Refer to “Defrosting” Driver’s side temperature control but- �P288.) ton (Refer to “Temperature Control” �P286.) Defogger button (Refer to “Defogger and Deicer” �P254.) Passenger’s side temperature control button (Refer to “Temperature Control” Climate control screen (lower display) �P286.) - Page 281 CLIMATE CONTROL Climate control screen Climate control mode select icon : Touch the climate control mode indicator Airflow mode selection screen Climate control ON/OFF icon Seat heater* (if equipped) SYNC mode indicator Set temperature indicator (driver’s *1: The customizable icon can be changed to side) the favorite icon.
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Page 282: 11.6-Inch Display Models
CLIMATE CONTROL 11.6-INCH DISPLAY MODELS Climate control screen Driver’s side temperature control but- ton (Refer to “Temperature Control” Defogger button (Refer to “Defogger �P286.) and Deicer” �P254.) Defroster button (Refer to “Defrosting” Passenger’s side temperature control �P288.) button (Refer to “Temperature Control” �P286.) - Page 283 CLIMATE CONTROL Climate control screen Seat heater and front seat ventilation* : Touch the climate control mode indicator (if equipped) Climate control ON/OFF icon Temperature control screen (driver’s SYNC mode indicator side) Climate control mode indicator *1: The customizable icon can be changed to Dynamic Ventilation mode indicator the favorite icon.
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Page 284: Automatic Climate Control Operation
CLIMATE CONTROL “AUTO” is not displayed on the cus- 4-3. AUTOMATIC CLIMATE tomizable icon: CONTROL OPERATION 1. Touch the climate control mode indi- cator. 2. Touch “AUTO”. 3. Set the preferred temperature. Refer to “Temperature Control” �P286. NOTE . Operate the automatic climate control system when the engine is running. -
Page 285: Sensors
CLIMATE CONTROL change to the outside air mode regard- – Keep water away from the sensors. less of whether it is the auto mode or – Do not cover the sensors. manual mode. SENSORS Solar sensor and humidity sensor* Solar sensor* Interior air temperature sensor* Interior air temperature sensor and humidity sensor*... -
Page 286: Manual Climate Control
CLIMATE CONTROL Bi-level: 4-4. MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL AIRFLOW MODE SELECTION Select the preferred airflow mode by the following operation. 1. Touch the climate control mode indi- cator. 2. Touch the preferred airflow mode. Airflow modes are as follows. Ventilation: Models with rear ventilators Instrument panel outlets and the foot outlets Heat:... -
Page 287: Dynamic Ventilation
CLIMATE CONTROL Heat-def: screen and the system directs the airflow only to the driver. To cancel the airflow “DRIVER” mode, touch the “ ” icon, and “ALL” will be displayed instead of “DRI- VER”, and airflow will be directed to all the seats. -
Page 288: Temperature Control
CLIMATE CONTROL TEMPERATURE CONTROL airflow “ALL” mode, touch the “ ” icon, and “DRIVER” or “FRONT” will be dis- Perform the following operation to regu- played on the screen depending on which late the temperature of airflow from the air passenger’s seats are occupied, and outlets. -
Page 289: Fan Speed Control
CLIMATE CONTROL . If a customizable icon other than “A/C” SYNC mode is displayed, touch the climate control When the SYNC mode is turned on, both mode indicator. Then touch “A/C” on the driver’s and passenger’s side tem- the climate control mode select icon. peratures are synchronized using the When the air conditioner is on, the driver’s side temperature control button... -
Page 290: To Turn Off The Climate Control System
CLIMATE CONTROL Outside air circulation mode: 4-5. DEFROSTING Outside air is drawn into the passenger compartment. This mode is used for the following cases. . When the road is no longer dusty . When the interior has cooled to a comfortable temperature Perform the same operation as the recirculation mode to change the mode. -
Page 291: Operating Tips For Heater And Air Conditioner
MER SEASON Check the air conditioner unit for refrig- erant leaks, hose conditions, and proper operation each spring. Have the air conditioning system checked by your SUBARU dealer. COOLING AND DEHUMIDIFY- Front ventilator inlet grille ING IN HIGH HUMIDITY AND Condenser... -
Page 292: Refrigerant For Your Climate Control System
Under extremely dusty conditions, the filter should be replaced more frequently. Have your filter checked or replaced by your SUBARU dealer. For replacement, use only a genuine SUBARU air filter kit. Air conditioner label CAUTION Your air conditioner uses ozone friendly Contact your SUBARU dealer if the refrigerant R-1234yf (HFO-1234yf). - Page 293 CLIMATE CONTROL 3. Push both sides of the glove box 6. Gently tilt down the end of the filter and inward to unlock the stoppers and then slowly pull it out 0.4 in (1 cm). Slowly pull down the glove box as far as it will pull out the rest of the filter.
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Page 295: Audio
AUDIO 5-1. Antenna ..................294 Roof Antenna................294 5-2. Audio Set ..................294... - Page 296 5-1. ANTENNA 5-2. AUDIO SET If your vehicle is equipped with a genuine ROOF ANTENNA SUBARU navigation system or audio system, refer to the separate navigation/ audio Owner’s Manual for details. The satellite radio antenna and tele- matics antenna (if equipped) are installed...
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Page 299: Interior Equipment
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT 6-1. Interior Light................298 Map Lights.................. 298 Dome Light ................. 298 Cargo Area Light ................ 299 Rear Gate Light................299 OFF Delay Timer ................. 299 6-2. Sun Visors ...................300 Sun Visor Extension Plate............300 Vanity Mirror with Light (If Equipped) .......... 301 6-3. -
Page 300: 6-1. Interior Light
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT . The doors are unlocked using the 6-1. INTERIOR LIGHT keyless access function. Refer to “Locking and Unlocking with “Keyless CAUTION Access” Entry Function” �P120. When leaving your vehicle, make sure . The doors are unlocked using the the lights are turned off to avoid remote keyless entry system. -
Page 301: Cargo Area Light
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT REAR GATE LIGHT cess” Entry Function” �P120. . The doors or the rear gate are unlocked using the remote keyless entry system. Refer to “Remote Key- less Entry System” �P133. . The ignition switch is turned from the “ACC”... -
Page 302: 6-2. Sun Visors
(11.6-inch display models) Also, the setting of the lights remain on (OFF delay timer) can be changed by your SUBARU dealer. Contact your SUBARU dealer for details. To block out glare, swing down the visors. To use the sun visor at a side window, swing it down and move it sideways. -
Page 303: Vanity Mirror With Light (If Equipped)
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT NOTE CAUTION Use of the vanity mirror light for a long period of time while the engine is not running can cause battery discharge. Do not pull out the extension plate with the sun visor positioned over the windshield. -
Page 304: 6-3. Overhead Console
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT 6-3. OVERHEAD CONSOLE 6-4. STORAGE COMPART- MENT CAUTION . Always keep the storage compart- ment closed while driving to reduce the risk of injury in the event of sudden stops or an accident. . Do not store the following items in the storage compartment. -
Page 305: Center Tray
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT CENTER TRAY CENTER CONSOLE The center console box provides a storage space. The center tray is located below the center of the instrument panel. To open the lid, pull up the lock release WARNING lever. For models with the wireless charger: CENTER CONSOLE TRAY When the wireless charger is turned on, do not place coins, keys, clips, or... -
Page 306: 6-5. Cup Holder
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT REAR PASSENGER’S CUP 6-5. CUP HOLDER HOLDER (If Equipped) CAUTION Take care to avoid spills. Beverages, if hot, might burn you and/or your passengers. Spilled beverages may also damage upholstery, carpets or audio equipment. FRONT PASSENGER’S CUP HOLDER A dual cup holder is built into the armrest. -
Page 307: 6-6. Bottle Holders
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT 6-6. BOTTLE HOLDERS 6-7. ACCESSORY POWER OUTLETS The bottle holder equipped on each door trim can be used to hold beverage bottles and other items. CAUTION . Do not pick up a bottle from the bottle holder or put a bottle in the holder while you are driving, as this may distract you and lead to an accident. -
Page 308: 6-8. Usb Power Supply
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT 6-8. USB POWER SUPPLY the cap on the accessory power outlet when it is not in use. . Use only electrical appliances CAUTION which are designed for 12 V DC. . The specification of a USB port that . -
Page 309: How To Use The Usb Power Supply
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT connecting a device, be sure to read Console USB port (if equipped): the instruction manual of the device and check whether or not this speci- fication of the output is supported by the device. If a device that requires power exceeding the maximum rating is connected, power supply or char- ging may not be possible. -
Page 310: Wireless Charger (If Equipped)
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT two coils to become misaligned while the 6-9. WIRELESS CHARGER vehicle is in motion, the moving coil of the (If Equipped) wireless charger automatically reposi- tions itself and resumes charging. However, if the mobile device moves out of the charging area, charging will auto- matically stop. - Page 311 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT charger switches to the quick-char- ging mode. 2. When charging is complete, the quick- charging mode ends. To restart quick- charging, switch to the quick-charging mode again. To turn off the wireless charger Press the power switch once. When the wireless charger is OFF, the indicator light turns off.
- Page 312 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT List of warnings Indicator light Possible causes Solution If the engine is running, stop the engine A communication error occurred between Flashes orange and restart it. the wireless charger and the access key once per second If the ignition switch is in “ACC”, start the fob.
- Page 313 INTERIOR EQUIPMENT . Do not charge your device in dusty WARNING conditions. . For safety reasons, drivers must . Make sure that no foreign objects not operate a charging mobile or liquids are placed or spilled in device while driving. the wireless charger.
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Page 314: Certification For The Wireless Charger
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT This is not a malfunction. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy . The fan may activate when the tem- and, if not installed and used in perature rises, but this is not a accordance with the instructions, may malfunction. -
Page 315: Ashtray (Dealer Option)
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT Canada-spec. models: 6-10. ASHTRAY (Dealer Op- tion) CAUTION . Do not use ashtrays as waste receptacles or leave a lighted cigarette in an ashtray. This could cause a fire. . Always extinguish matches and cigarettes before putting them into the ashtray, and then close the ashtray securely. -
Page 316: 6-11. Assist Grip
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT When using the ashtray, open the lid of 6-11. ASSIST GRIP the ashtray. Fully close the lid after using the ashtray to help reduce residual smoke. Assist grip The assist grip is to be held to support the body of the passengers when they are in the seat and the vehicle is moving. -
Page 317: 6-12. Floor Mat
Observe the following precautions to prevent the floor mat from slipping forward. . Be sure to use a genuine SUBARU floor mat designed with grommets in the correct locations. . Make sure that the driver’s floor... -
Page 318: 6-13. Shopping Bag Hook
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT 6-13. SHOPPING BAG HOOK 6-14. CARGO UPPER HOOKS CAUTION Do not hang items on the shopping bag hook that weigh 6 lbs (3 kg) or more. Cargo upper hooks There are two hooks on the lining in the cargo area. -
Page 319: Cargo Area Cover (If Equipped)
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT 6-15. CARGO AREA COVER . On hot, sunny days, do not leave objects hanging from the hooks for (If Equipped) a long time. If the inside of the car becomes hot, the hook may be The cargo area cover is provided for deformed, and the hanging objects covering the cargo area and to protect its may fall. -
Page 320: To Remove The Cover Housing
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT may result in their inability to hold the rear gate open. TO REMOVE THE COVER HOUSING 1. Rewind the cover. 2. Push the cover housing to the right side and shorten it. 3. Put the cargo floor board back. TO INSTALL THE COVER HOUSING The right end of the cargo area cover is a... -
Page 321: Cargo Tie-Down Hooks
INTERIOR EQUIPMENT 6-16. CARGO TIE-DOWN 6-17. UNDER-FLOOR STO- HOOKS RAGE COMPARTMENT The cargo area is equipped with four tie- The under-floor storage compartment is down hooks so that cargo can be secured located under the floor of the cargo area with a cargo net or ropes. - Page 322 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —...
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Page 323: Starting And Operating
STARTING AND OPERATING 7-1. Fuel ....................324 Fuel Requirements ..............324 Fuel Filler Lid and Cap ..............325 7-2. State Emission Testing (U.S. Only) ...........328 7-3. Preparing to Drive...............329 7-4. Starting and Stopping the Engine (Models without Push-Button Ignition Switch) .............330 General Precautions When Starting/Stopping Engine.... - Page 324 STARTING AND OPERATING 7-10. Braking ..................352 Braking Tips ................352 Brake System ................352 Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators........354 7-11. ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)..........354 ABS Self-Check ................355 ABS Warning Light ..............355 7-12. Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System ....355 EBD System Malfunctions ............
- Page 325 STARTING AND OPERATING 7-22. Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) System (If Equipped)..397 Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) System Overview ....399 Operating Conditions ..............400 Sonar Audible Alarm Function ............ 403 Automatic Braking Function Operation........406 Canceling the Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) System Operation..................
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Page 326: 7-1. Fuel
Contact for cleaner air. If you continuously use a your SUBARU dealer if you use a fuel with high quality fuel with the proper detergent the specified octane rating and your and other additives, you should never vehicle knocks heavily or persistently. -
Page 327: Fuel Filler Lid And Cap
In addition, some gasoline suppliers are now producing reformulated gasolines, Locations of the fuel filler lid which are designed to reduce vehicle emissions. SUBARU approves the use of reformulated gasoline. If you are not sure what the fuel contains, you should ask your service station... - Page 328 STARTING AND OPERATING . When opening the cap, grasp it WARNING firmly and turn it slowly to the left. Before opening the fuel filler cap, first Do not remove the cap quickly. touch the vehicle body or a metal Fuel may be under pressure and portion of the fuel pump or similar spray out of the fuel filler neck, object to discharge any static electri-...
- Page 329 Warranty. fuel is not covered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty. NOTE . Always use a genuine SUBARU fuel filler cap. If you use the wrong . You will see the “ ” sign in the fuel cap, it may not fit or have proper gauge.
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Page 330: State Emission Testing (U.s. Only)
(light is illumi- station in advance not to place your nated or is not working due to faulty SUBARU AWD vehicle on a two- LED (Light Emitting Diode)) or there is wheel dynamometer. Otherwise, one or more diagnostic trouble codes serious transmission damage will stored in the vehicle’s computer. -
Page 331: 7-3. Preparing To Drive
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Page 332: Starting And Stopping The Engine (Models Without Push-Button Ignition Switch)
STARTING AND OPERATING used and the driving condition (re- 7-4. STARTING AND STOP- peated short trips when the engine is PING THE ENGINE (Models not warmed up sufficiently). In such a without Push-Button Ignition case, it is recommended to switch to a Switch) different brand of fuel. -
Page 333: Stopping The Engine
10 seconds or longer, turn the lock will be automatically released. ignition switch to the “START” position without depressing the accelerator pedal. (4) If the engine still does not start, contact your nearest SUBARU dealer for assistance. – CONTINUED –... -
Page 334: Starting And Stopping Engine (Models With Push-Button Start System)
. When the operation indicator on the push-button ignition switch is flashing in orange, there may be a malfunction with the vehicle. Con- tact a SUBARU dealer immedi- ately. . If the indicator on the push-button ignition switch is flashing in green... - Page 335 STARTING AND OPERATING ignition switch in the “ON” position for . Do not continue pressing the push- approximately 10 seconds before button ignition switch for more than starting the engine. 10 seconds. Doing so could cause . After the engine starts, the engine a malfunction.
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Page 336: Stopping Engine
Operate Properly” �P471. because the steering lock may be activated. Stop the vehicle in a safe STEERING LOCK place, and contact a SUBARU dealer immediately. After stopping the engine and any door is opened, the steering wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function. -
Page 337: Remote Engine Start System (Dealer Option)
There may be a malfunction in the for the remote engine start system. steering lock function. Immediately con- NOTE tact your nearest SUBARU dealer. . The length of time for which it is acceptable to allow the engine to remain idling may be bound by local laws and regulations. -
Page 338: Remote Engine Starter Transceiver (Fob)
STARTING AND OPERATING REMOTE ENGINE STARTER While the engine is idling via the remote engine start system, the following will TRANSCEIVER (Fob) occur. . The side marker lights, tail lights, and parking lights remain illuminated. . The fob button flashes once every 3 seconds. - Page 339 STARTING AND OPERATING If the system detects any door open during operation, it will prevent starting or stop the engine, and sound the horn and flash side marker lights, tail lights, and parking lights 6 times. In addition to the items above, if the vehicle’s engine management system determines there is a safety risk due to a vehicle-related problem, the vehicle will...
- Page 340 STARTING AND OPERATING Fob Indication Precondition Meaning Flash Beep Continuous while Fob start button is being pressed — The fob is transmitting an RF signal button is held down 1 flash 1 beep Engine start request received 2 flashes 2 beeps Engine started successfully User attempts to start engine by pressing fob button twice within 3...
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Page 341: Alternate Operation Method For Models With "Keyless Access
STARTING AND OPERATING ALTERNATE OPERATION again. METHOD FOR MODELS WITH 3. After step 2, immediately press and hold the lock button. The hazard “KEYLESS ACCESS WITH warning flashers then flash three PUSH-BUTTON START SYS- times, and the horn will honk once. TEM”... -
Page 342: Entering The Vehicle While It Is Running Via Remote Start
STARTING AND OPERATING ENTERING THE VEHICLE HEATING OR COOLING THE WHILE IT IS RUNNING VIA RE- INTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE MOTE START (Models with After the system starts the engine, the “Keyless Access with Push- heater or air conditioning will activate and heat or cool the interior to a factory default Button Start System”) temperature setting, with automatic se-... -
Page 343: System Maintenance
STARTING AND OPERATING 7. Repeat step 5 for any additional For models with “keyless access with transmitters (the system will accept up push-button start system”: to eight transmitters). Perform the procedure described in “Re- 8. The system will exit the transmitter placing Battery of Access Key Fob”... -
Page 344: Certification For Remote Engine Starter
STARTING AND OPERATING CERTIFICATION FOR REMOTE 2. Carefully pry the remote engine start transmitter halves apart using a small ENGINE STARTER flat-head screwdriver. U.S.-spec. models 3. Remove the circuit board from the bottom half of the case and remove the battery and replace with new one. Be sure to observe the (+) sign on the old battery before removing it to ensure that the new battery is inserted... -
Page 345: Continuously Variable Transmission
STARTING AND OPERATING Canada-spec. models 7-7. CONTINUOUSLY VARI- ABLE TRANSMISSION WARNING Do not shift from the “P” or “N” position into the “D” or “R” position while depressing the accelerator pedal. This may cause the vehicle to lurch forward or backward. CAUTION . -
Page 346: Continuously Variable Transmission Features
STARTING AND OPERATING speed will return to a normal speed . When parking the vehicle, first when the engine is able to maintain securely apply the parking brake the optimum cooling performance and then place the select lever in after the heavy load decreases. Driv- the “P”... - Page 347 STARTING AND OPERATING To shift the select lever from the “P” to any other position, you should depress the brake pedal fully then move the select lever. This prevents the vehicle from lurching when it is started. R (Reverse) This position is for backing the vehicle. To shift from the “N”...
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Page 348: Shift Lock Function
STARTING AND OPERATING engine braking while corresponding to . The select lever cannot be moved the road grade. from the “P” position to any other position before the brake pedal is When more acceleration is required in “D” depressed. Depress the brake pedal position, depress the accelerator pedal first, and then operate the select lever. -
Page 349: Selection Of Manual Mode (If Equipped)
Contact a SUBARU dealer for an in- spection as soon as possible. Shift lock release using the shift lock release portion Perform the following procedure to re- lease the shift lock. - Page 350 STARTING AND OPERATING on it. To downshift to the next lower gear position, pull the shift paddle that has “−” indicated on it. To deselect the manual mode, return the select lever to the “D” position from the “M” position. While driving with the select lever in the “D”...
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Page 351: Selection Of "L" (If Equipped)
STARTING AND OPERATING SELECTION OF “L” (If . Make sure to apply the parking brake when parking your vehicle. Do not Equipped) hold the vehicle with only the trans- mission. . Do not keep the vehicle in a stationary position on an uphill grade by using the “D”... -
Page 352: 7-8. Si-Drive
STARTING AND OPERATING SPORT (S) MODE 7-8. SI-DRIVE SI-DRIVE (SUBARU Intelligent Drive) works to maximize engine performance, control and efficiency. Your vehicle is equipped with one of the following combination features: . Intelligent (I) mode and Sport (S) mode . Intelligent (I) mode and Sport Sharp... -
Page 353: Si-Drive Switch
Intelligent (I) mode the next time you operated. Drive carefully to the near- turn on the engine. est SUBARU dealer and have the vehicle inspected immediately. . While the engine is running, if the CHECK ENGINE warning light/mal-... -
Page 354: 7-10. Braking
STARTING AND OPERATING . The steering wheel remains in the fully 7-10. BRAKING turned position for a long period of time. BRAKING TIPS At this time, there will be more resistance when steering. However, this is not a WARNING malfunction. Normal steering force will be restored after the steering wheel is not Never rest your foot on the brake operated for a while and the power... - Page 355 STARTING AND OPERATING to the floor than usual and you will need to Always use the utmost care when press it down much harder. And a much driving regarding vehicle speed and longer distance will be needed to stop the safe distance.
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Page 356: Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators
SUBARU dealer. vehicle with the ABS than one without. When driving under these conditions, therefore, reduce your speed and leave ample distance from other vehicles. -
Page 357: Abs Self-Check
STARTING AND OPERATING ABS SELF-CHECK 7-12. ELECTRONIC BRAKE FORCE DISTRIBUTION You may feel a slight shock in the brake (EBD) SYSTEM pedal and hear the operating noise of the ABS from the engine compartment just The EBD system maximizes the effec- after the vehicle is started. -
Page 358: Vehicle Dynamics Control System
EBD system. Park the vehicle in a safe place immediately WARNING and contact a SUBARU dealer. Always use the utmost care in driving – overconfidence because you are WARNING... -
Page 359: Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor
STARTING AND OPERATING with tires of the same size, NOTE type, and brand. Furthermore, . The Vehicle Dynamics Control system the amount of wear should be may be considered normal when the the same for all four tires. following conditions occur. –... -
Page 360: To Turn On/Off The Vehicle Dynamics Control System
STARTING AND OPERATING TO TURN ON/OFF THE VEHI- condition. CLE DYNAMICS CONTROL SYSTEM NOTE . When “Vehicle Dynamics Control” has To turn the Vehicle Dynamics Control on been touched to deactivate the Vehi- and off, operate the center information cle Dynamics Control system, the display. -
Page 361: X-Mode (If Equipped)
If the vehicle axle are removed from a vehicle, speed is likely to increase, the brake have the system inspected by an control system will be activated to adjust authorized SUBARU dealer. the vehicle speed. – CONTINUED –... -
Page 362: To Activate/Deactivate X-Mode
STARTING AND OPERATING Driving ability control: . While the engine is running, if any of the following conditions is met, This mode increases the hill-climbing X-MODE will be deactivated. In this ability and driving ability as well as case, it is not possible to activate enabling smooth application of torque for X-MODE. - Page 363 STARTING AND OPERATING (20 km/h) and the accelerator ratio is less Hill descent control indicator than approximately 10%. light The function will turn off when the vehicle speed is more than approximately 12 mph (20 km/h) and the accelerator pedal is depressed.
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Page 364: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) (U.s.-Spec. Models)
TPMS is unable to an accident involving serious ve- monitor all four road wheels. Con- hicle damage and serious personal tact your SUBARU dealer as soon injury could occur. as possible for tire and sensor replacement and/or system reset- (1) Keep driving straight ahead ting. -
Page 365: Certification For Tire Pressure Monitoring System
STARTING AND OPERATING 7-16. PARKING YOUR VEHI- CAUTION Do not place metal film or any metal parts under the driver’s seat. This may cause poor reception of the signals WARNING from the tire pressure sensors, and the . Never leave unattended children or tire pressure monitoring system will pets in the vehicle. - Page 366 CAUTION . When the electronic parking brake cannot be applied due to a mal- function, contact your SUBARU dealer immediately for an inspec- When the parking brake is applied, the tion. If you have to park your following indicator lights illuminate.
- Page 367 Stop system will be deactivated. The malfunction, contact your SUBARU electronic parking brake will activate dealer and have your SUBARU dealer after the engine is restarted. After the release the parking brake. electronic parking brake indicator light .
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Page 368: Parking Tips
Immedi- ately stop your vehicle in the nearest safe location and contact your SUBARU dealer. When facing downhill, the front wheels should be turned into the curb. If a malfunction occurs in the electronic... -
Page 369: Auto Vehicle Hold Function
STARTING AND OPERATING them. – When being towed AUTO VEHICLE HOLD FUNC- CAUTION TION . When stopping on a steep slope with the Auto Vehicle Hold function The Auto Vehicle Hold function will auto- turned on, the electronic parking matically keep the vehicle stopped even brake may be automatically ap- after releasing the brake pedal when the plied. - Page 370 STARTING AND OPERATING When the Auto Vehicle Hold function is . Apply the electronic parking brake. turned ON, the Auto Vehicle Hold indica- . Shift the select lever to the “P” position tor light will turn on. with the brake pedal pressed. NOTE .
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Page 371: Emergency Brake
Contact your . While using the emergency brake, a SUBARU dealer for an inspection. sound may be heard from the engine compartment. This is the operating . You may hear a sound while the Auto... -
Page 372: Hill Start Assist System
STARTING AND OPERATING If the braking power of the Hill start assist 7-17. HILL START ASSIST system is insufficient after the brake SYSTEM pedal is released, apply more braking power by depressing the brake pedal The Hill start assist system temporarily again. - Page 373 STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE . A slight jolt may be felt when the vehicle begins to move forward after being reversed. . When using the Hill start assist sys- tem, a braking effect may be felt even after the brake pedal has been re- leased.
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Page 374: Auto Start Stop System
When re- system when parking the vehicle placing the vehicle battery, be sure to normally. replace it with a genuine SUBARU battery (or equivalent) designed spe- So that it can be used safely and cifically for use in a vehicle equipped comfortably, in addition to driver opera- with the Auto Start Stop system. - Page 375 STARTING AND OPERATING . The rear window defogger is not in . When the CHECK ENGINE warning use. light/malfunction indicator light is illu- minating.* . X-MODE (if equipped) has been turned off. . The electronic parking brake is ap- plied. After the vehicle is stopped, the engine will be automatically stopped when the .
- Page 376 STARTING AND OPERATING . When depressing the accelerator NOTE pedal. . When the Auto Start Stop system is in . When you move the select lever to the operation, the brake pedal may feel “R” position. stiff. However, this is not a malfunc- tion.
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Page 377: Displaying The Auto Start Stop System Status
. If the engine is restarted when the nating, we recommend that you have Auto Start Stop system is not opera- your vehicle inspected at a SUBARU tional and the ignition switch has been dealer as soon as possible. turned to the “LOCK”/“OFF” position,... -
Page 378: System Warning
Auto Start Stop warning light will illuminate. Have your vehicle – The outside mirrors are re- inspected at a SUBARU dealer as soon tracted. as possible. – The front door is not fully closed. -
Page 379: How To Change The Display Of Surround View Monitor
STARTING AND OPERATING Checking your surroundings NOTE while parked If there is a Surround View Monitor system malfunction, an error message To display the 3D view of the vehicle’s “ ” or “ ” is displayed on the center surroundings, press the view monitor information display. - Page 380 STARTING AND OPERATING play for a certain period of time after the select lever is shifted from the “R” position to another position (other than the “P” position). To turn the function on and off, refer to “Settings icon (General settings)” �P227. Checking the front When the view monitor switch is pressed while the select lever is in the “N”...
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Page 381: How To Cancel Surround View Monitor
STARTING AND OPERATING HOW TO VIEW THE CAMERA previously displayed screen will be shown. IMAGES HOW TO CANCEL SURROUND VIEW MONITOR There are several ways to cancel Sur- round View Monitor. Manual cancellation The Surround View Monitor will be can- celed by either of the following opera- tions. - Page 382 STARTING AND OPERATING malfunction. 3D view – Vehicle surroundings are dark (such as at night). – Ambient temperature outside the vehicle is high or low. – There is water or humidity on the lens (such as in rainy weather). – There is foreign material (such as mud) on or near the camera.
- Page 383 STARTING AND OPERATING Front view Rear view Guiding lines Vehicle width line (oblique vertical line) Approx. 10 ft (3 m) from the bumper The guiding lines that indicate the width (green horizontal line) and the front end of your vehicle are Approx.
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Page 384: Range Of Surround View Monitor
. Because the Surround View Monitor Have the camera inspected by system uses a specially designed your SUBARU dealer as soon as lens, the sense of distance in the possible. displayed image is different from the actual distance. -
Page 385: 7-20. Rear View Camera
If smoke comes out or you smell a strange odor, stop using the rear view camera immediately. Contact your SUBARU dealer for an inspection. Continued use may result in acci- dent, fire or electric shock. CAUTION . -
Page 386: How To Use The Rear View Camera
STARTING AND OPERATING lens. The image quality of the rear water to touch the camera directly. view camera may deteriorate. Entry of water in the camera lens may result in condensation, mal- . Strong light shined on the camera lens function, fire or electric shock. -
Page 387: Viewing Range On The Screen
STARTING AND OPERATING Image from camera . It may be difficult to see the image of the rear view camera in the following cases. This is not a malfunction of the camera. – The vehicle is in a dark place (at night, in a tunnel, etc.). -
Page 388: Help Lines
STARTING AND OPERATING The area above the camera cannot be CAUTION viewed. If there is an object that has a . When moving backward, always wide projection on its upper part such as a check the back with your eyes sign pole behind the vehicle, the projec- without relying on the help lines. - Page 389 STARTING AND OPERATING When there is an upward slope at the Feature of distance marker back: 3 ft (1 m) line 3 ft (1 m) 10 ft (3 m) line The distance on the screen looks farther The distance marker shows the distance than the actual distance.
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Page 390: Bsd/Rcta (If Equipped)
STARTING AND OPERATING . To detect a vehicle approaching from 7-21. BSD/RCTA (If the right or left while reversing the Equipped) vehicle (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) The BSD/RCTA consists of rear corner The system uses radar sensors for the radar sensors with Blind Spot Detection following features. - Page 391 STARTING AND OPERATING Lane Change Assist (LCA): The system notifies the driver of another vehicle approaching from either side when driving in reverse. This feature helps the driver check the rear and side areas of the vehicle when moving back- ward.
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Page 392: Operating Conditions
NOTE ment is required. Have the sensor The system may detect that a vehicle (C) adjusted at a SUBARU dealer.) is passing in front of your vehicle. Always – When a large amount of snow or be sure to check the surroundings with ice sticks to the rear bumper sur- your eyes when reversing the vehicle. -
Page 393: Bsd/Rcta Approach Indicator Light/Warning Buzzer
STARTING AND OPERATING . The detectability of the radar sensors . On a road with extremely narrow is restricted. The BSD/RCTA detection lanes, the system may detect vehicles driving in a lane next to the neighbor- may be impaired and the system may not operate properly under the follow- ing lane. - Page 394 STARTING AND OPERATING . When reversing the vehicle while the – When a vehicle moves to the system detects a vehicle approaching neighboring lane from a lane next from either side to the neighboring lane – When driving on a steep incline or BSD/RCTA approach indicator light on repeated sharp uphill and dimming function:...
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Page 395: Bsd/Rcta Off Indicator
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Page 396: Bsd/Rcta Warning Indicator
This display appears when a malfunction . If the ignition switch is turned to the occurs in the system. Contact a SUBARU “LOCK”/“OFF” position, the last dealer and have the system inspected. known status of the system is main- tained. -
Page 397: Certification For The Bsd/Rcta
STARTING AND OPERATING CERTIFICATION FOR THE BSD/ Canada-spec. models: RCTA The U.S. and other FCC compliant countries: FCC ID: OAYSRR3A – CONTINUED –... -
Page 398: Handling Of Radar Sensors
. Do not affix any stickers or other items on the bumper surface near the radar sensors. For details, consult your SUBARU dealer. . Do not modify the bumper near the radar sensors. . Do not paint the bumper near the... -
Page 399: Reverse Automatic Braking (Rab) System (If Equipped)
If a wall or an obstacle is contact your SUBARU dealer for detected in the reversing direction, the inspection. system will notify the driver with a warning sound and may activate the vehicle’s... - Page 400 . Select lever position . Outside temperature . The sensitivity setting of the sonar sensors SUBARU and third parties contracted by SUBARU may acquire and use the recorded data for the purpose of vehicle research and development. SUBARU and third parties contracted by SUBARU...
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Page 401: Reverse Automatic Braking (Rab) System Overview
STARTING AND OPERATING REVERSE AUTOMATIC BRAKING (RAB) SYSTEM OVERVIEW The Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) system will operate the following 2 functions using 4 sonar sensors. . Sonar Audible Alarm function The Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) system detects objects rearward and warns the driver by warning message on the center information display and warning beeps. -
Page 402: Operating Conditions
Automatic Braking (RAB) system will The Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) not operate. Promptly contact a system will operate when all of the SUBARU dealer to have the system following conditions are met. inspected. – The EyeSight warning indicator is illuminated. - Page 403 – Objects whose surface has a di- Promptly contact a SUBARU dealer to agonal angle. have the system inspected. – Objects that are low to the ground –...
- Page 404 STARTING AND OPERATING nificant amount of water. – Fog, snow or sandstorm, etc. – Air is moving rapidly such as when a strong wind is blowing. Parts attached to the rear bumper near the sonar sensor: – Commercial electronic parts (fog light, fender pole, radio antenna) are attached.
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Page 405: Sonar Audible Alarm Function
STARTING AND OPERATING sest proximity. NOTE It may take time to display the wall and sound warning beeps after the object was recognized by the Sonar Audible Alarm function. – A curb or step is present in the reversing direction. –... - Page 406 STARTING AND OPERATING Guideline of detecting range Alert level Range of detected object* Distance indicator Alarm pattern Long proximity alert 43 to 59 in (110 to 150 cm) Green No warning sound (object detected) Medium proximity alert 28 to 43 in (70 to 110 cm) Yellow Short beeps (approaching the object)
- Page 407 STARTING AND OPERATING Medium proximity alert (approaching the Obstacle detected and alert le- object) When an object is detected in the rever- sing direction, the range of detected object will be shown on the center information display and combination me- ter display (color LCD).
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Page 408: Automatic Braking Function Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING AUTOMATIC BRAKING FUNC- sounding. TION OPERATION At this time, a warning message is also displayed on the combination meter dis- Object close behind warning play (color LCD). Automatic braking warning NOTE The Sonar Audible Alarm function and Automatic Braking function are different in operation conditions. -
Page 409: Canceling The Reverse Automatic Braking (Rab) System Operation
STARTING AND OPERATING NOTE NOTE The system will be canceled if the object . In the following cases, after the vehicle is no longer detected. has been stopped by the Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) system, brake control is released and the REVERSE AUTOMATIC BRAK- electronic parking brake operates. -
Page 410: Rab Warning Indicator
“ON” position again. If the illuminates on the combination meter. setting cannot be changed even after Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer for turning the ignition switch to the “ON” details. position again, consult your SUBARU dealer. -
Page 411: Driver Monitoring System (If Equipped)
If any strong impact is applied to the rear bumper, contact a SUBARU dealer to have the system inspected. . Do not disassemble the sonar sen- sors. - Page 412 STARTING AND OPERATING glasses. concentrating on safe driving. – The driver is wearing an eyepatch. . It cannot judge if the driver is – The driver is wearing a hat set awake or asleep, if their driving deeply over the eyes. abilities have diminished, or if they .
- Page 413 It is not transmitted to or . When one person among twins or another pair of persons with similar stored by SUBARU or anyone else. facial features is registered, the other The Driver Monitoring System may be disabled and any stored driver data...
- Page 414 STARTING AND OPERATING The functions which are available vary depending on the Driver Monitoring System setting and the user recognition function setting. Available functions Driver Monitoring System* Inattentive/drowsy Available Not available driving warning User recognition func- Available Not available tion User recognition func- tion* Inattentive/drowsy...
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Page 415: User Recognition Function
STARTING AND OPERATING USER RECOGNITION FUNC- Climate control personalization TION Climate control settings: Retrieves the preferred setting tempera- WARNING ture, airflow mode selection, and other settings which the user had selected at Perform registration, retrieving, or the time when he/she last exited the delete of the seat position and outside vehicle. - Page 416 STARTING AND OPERATING Changing the personalization settings Item Remarks Seat position/outside mirror angle Driver’s position personalization Reverse tilt-down outside mirror Change the setting by using the angle center information display custo- Set- mization function. Refer to “ Auto Start Stop tings icon (Car settings)”...
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Page 417: Inattentive/Drowsy Driving Warning
STARTING AND OPERATING INATTENTIVE/DROWSY DRIV- When the EyeSight system has detected a vehicle ahead or obstacle in the forward ING WARNING direction, the inattentive driving warning While driving, the Driver Monitoring Sys- may activate at earlier timing than usual. tem monitors possible cases of driver Refer to the Owner’s Manual supplement inattention or drowsiness and warns the for the EyeSight system. - Page 418 STARTING AND OPERATING Drowsy driving warning Possible drowsiness is detected from the amount of driver eyelid closure, and a warning is given to the driver. When the drowsy driving warning activates, the buzzer sounds and an interrupt display appears. Combination meter dis- Center information dis- Warning chime play (color LCD)
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Page 419: Driver Monitoring System Indicator/Warning
This warning illuminates when there is a cannot be selected. problem with the Driver Monitoring Sys- . Register User tem. Contact a SUBARU dealer to have . Delete User the system inspected. . Delete All Users USING THE DRIVER MONITOR- . - Page 420 STARTING AND OPERATING lowing items cannot be selected. – Register User – Delete User – Delete All Users Register User 1. Touch (HOME). 2. ? (Settings) 3. ? “Car” 4. ? “Driver Monitoring System” 5. ? “Register User” When the screen changes, the registra- 6.
- Page 421 STARTING AND OPERATING . When “User Recognition” is set to NOTE OFF, user registration cannot be se- . If user registration cannot be per- lected. formed, turn your face forward as shown in the illustration, then turn to User recognition the display.
- Page 422 STARTING AND OPERATING 3. When user recognition is completed, Repeat Facial Scan the Hello screen appears on the combination meter display (color LCD). At this time, climate control settings, combination meter display (color LCD) basic screen, center information display basic screen, and customization settings all change based on the user information.
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Page 423: Deleting A User
STARTING AND OPERATING Delete All Users NOTE . User recognition may not be possible when there is dirt or fingerprints on the 1. Touch (HOME). user recognition camera. To clean, 2. ? (Settings) either wipe using a soft cloth or else 3. -
Page 424: How To Get The Source Code That Uses Open Source Software
STARTING AND OPERATING . Even when the automatically retract NOTE seat on entry setting is ON, the Even when the Driver Monitoring System automatically retract seat on entry is turned off, the user recognition does not function automatically turns OFF switch on or off automatically. - Page 425 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —...
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- Page 427 Roof Rack................... 440 Roof Rail ..................441 Roof Tent..................441 8-12. Trailer Hitch (Dealer Option) ............443 Connecting a SUBARU Genuine Trailer Hitch ......444 If Not Towing a Trailer ..............445 8-13. Trailer Towing................446 Warranties and Maintenance ............446 Maximum Load Limits ..............446 Trailer Hitches (Dealer Option) ............
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Page 428: (1,600 Km)
DRIVING TIPS 8-1. NEW VEHICLE BREAK- 8-2. FUEL ECONOMY HINTS IN DRIVING – THE FIRST The following suggestions will help to 1,000 MILES (1,600 km) save your fuel. . Select the proper gear position for the The performance and long life of your speed and road conditions. -
Page 429: Engine Exhaust Gas (Carbon Monoxide)
DRIVING TIPS 8-3. ENGINE EXHAUST GAS 8-4. CATALYTIC CONVER- (Carbon Monoxide) WARNING WARNING . Never inhale engine exhaust gas. . Avoid fire hazards. Do not drive or Engine exhaust gas contains car- park the vehicle anywhere near bon monoxide, a colorless and flammable materials (e.g. -
Page 430: Periodic Inspections
DRIVING TIPS paired by an authorized SUBARU 8-5. PERIODIC INSPEC- dealer. TIONS . Do not apply undercoating or rust To keep your vehicle in the best condition prevention treatment to the heat shield at all times, always have the recom-... -
Page 431: Driving In Foreign Countries
DRIVING TIPS 8-6. DRIVING IN FOREIGN 8-7. FREQUENT DRIVING COUNTRIES PREVENTS VEHICLE BAT- TERY FROM DISCHARGING When planning to use your vehicle in another country: Vehicle batteries are a consumable item. If the battery charge is not maintained . Confirm the availability of the correct regularly, the battery will deteriorate and fuel. -
Page 432: Driving Tips For Awd Vehicles
By shifting power between the front and the tire inflation pressure label. The rear wheels, SUBARU AWD can also tire inflation pressure label is provide added traction during accelera- located on the driver’s door pillar. -
Page 433: On-Road And Off-Road Driving
Water entering the engine air intake or the exhaust pipe or water splashing onto elec- trical parts may damage your vehicle and may cause it to stall. In this case, contact your SUBARU dealer immediately. Regardless of – CONTINUED –... -
Page 434: Before Driving
CAUTION If you take your SUBARU off-road, certain . Frequent driving of an AWD model common sense precautions such as under hard-driving conditions such those in the following list should be taken. -
Page 435: After Driving
DRIVING TIPS are too steep. could occur. . Avoid sharp turning maneuvers, . Wash the vehicle’s underbody after especially at higher speeds. off-road driving. Suspension compo- nents are particularly prone to dirt . Do not grip the inside or spokes of the buildup, so they need to be washed steering wheel. -
Page 436: 8-10. Winter Driving
DRIVING TIPS 8-10. WINTER DRIVING inappropriate, sprayed washer fluid may freeze on the windshield and obstruct your view, and the OPERATION DURING COLD fluid may freeze in the washer fluid WEATHER tank. Carry some emergency equipment, such . Be careful foreign matter does not as a window scraper, a bag of sand, contaminate the washer fluid when flares, a small shovel and jumper cables. -
Page 437: Driving On Snowy And Icy Roads
CAUTION fuel level reaches half empty. . Do not use the parking brake when If your SUBARU is not going to be used parking for long periods in cold for an extended period, it is best to have weather since it could freeze in that the fuel tank filled to capacity. -
Page 438: Corrosion Protection
DRIVING TIPS Always maintain ample distance between washer. Refer to “Windshield washer” �P252. your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you to avoid the need for sudden braking. Snow stuck on the wiper arm prevents the To supplement the foot brake, use the wiper from working effectively. -
Page 439: Snow Tires
For winter or located on the driver’s door pillar. snow tires, SUBARU recommends If all four tires are not the same in using 225/55R18 tires in combination items (a) to (h), serious mechanical... -
Page 440: Rocking The Vehicle
DRIVING TIPS especially regarding maximum vehicle 8-11. LOADING YOUR VEHI- speed. To help avoid damage to your vehicle, drive slowly, readjust or remove the WARNING device if it is contacting your vehicle, and do not spin your wheels. Damage caused Never allow passengers to ride on a to your vehicle by use of a traction device folded rear seatback, in the cargo... -
Page 441: Vehicle Capacity Weight
DRIVING TIPS the way your vehicle handles. This could result in loss of control and cause personal injury. Also, over- loading can shorten the life of your vehicle. . Do not place anything on the extended cargo area cover. Such items could tumble forward in the event of a sudden stop or a collision. -
Page 442: Roof Rack
DRIVING TIPS In addition, the total weight applied to . When using the roof rack, make each axle (GAW) must never exceed the sure that the total weight of the roof GAWR. The front and rear GAWs can be rack, carrying attachments and adjusted by relocating luggage inside the cargo does not exceed the max- vehicle. -
Page 443: Roof Rail
DRIVING TIPS ROOF RAIL NOTE Remember that the vehicle’s center of gravity is altered with the weight of the load on the roof, thus affecting driving characteristics. Drive carefully. Avoid rapid starts, hard cornering and abrupt stops. Crosswind effects will be increased. ROOF TENT Roof rails Cargo can be carried on the roof after... - Page 444 DRIVING TIPS When the vehicle is parked on the maximum roof rail load is 176 lbs (80 kg) or the crossbar load limit level ground (whichever is lower). When driving the vehicle Roof rails Roof crossbars Roof tent Occupants in the roof tent Roof rails Roof crossbars The total weight on the roof rails –...
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Page 445: Trailer Hitch (Dealer Option)
DRIVING TIPS within the roof rail load limit of 176 lbs (80 8-12. TRAILER HITCH (Deal- kg). Refer to the user manual that er Option) accompanied the roof tent for important safety information and instructions on the proper installation and use of the tent. WARNING . -
Page 446: Connecting A Subaru Genuine Trailer Hitch
1. Insert the ball mount into the hitch . It is recommended to only use the receiver tube. Genuine SUBARU Ball Mount de- veloped for use with this trailer hitch available at your SUBARU dealership. Use the hitch only as a weight carrying hitch. -
Page 447: If Not Towing A Trailer
DRIVING TIPS NOTE Always disconnect the trailer electrical wire harness before launching or retriev- ing a watercraft. IF NOT TOWING A TRAILER . Remove the ball mount from the hitch receiver tube. . Place the dust cap over the four-pin connector of the hitch electrical wire harness to protect against possible damage. -
Page 448: 8-13. Trailer Towing
Ex- cautious operation of your vehicle. ceeding the maximum load limits Seek the advice of your SUBARU dealer could cause personal injury and/or to assist you in purchasing a hitch and vehicle damage. - Page 449 The front and rear GAWR of your trailer hitch, trailer tongue load and any vehicle that is given by SUBARU are also other optional equipment installed on shown on the certification label located at your vehicle. Therefore, the GVW the bottom of driver’s side door pillar.
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Page 450: Trailer Hitches (Dealer Option)
DRIVING TIPS Be sure that all cargo is firmly secured to prevent a change in weight distribution while driving. Tongue load Front The tongue load can be adjusted by proper distribution of the load in the trailer. Never load the trailer with more weight in the back than in the front;... -
Page 451: When You Do Not Tow Atrailer
(453 kg), the trailer is required to be equipped with its own brake system. Do not use a trailer hitch other than a genuine SUBARU trailer hitch. A genuine Electric brakes or surge brakes are SUBARU trailer hitch is available from recommended, and must be installed your SUBARU dealer. -
Page 452: Trailer Towing Tips
Pass the consult your SUBARU dealer. Check for chains crossing each other under the proper operation of the turn signals and... - Page 453 . For models equipped with the and down at the rear, check the total Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) trailer weight, GVW, GAWs and ton- system, consult your SUBARU gue load again, then confirm that the dealer for additional information load and its distribution are accepta- about towing a trailer.
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Page 454: Driving Tips
4. Steer the vehicle around to be in line with the trailer, then straighten the steering again. . If the ABS warning light illuminates while the vehicle is in motion, stop towing the trailer and have repairs performed immediately by your near- est SUBARU dealer. - Page 455 DRIVING TIPS 1. Apply the brakes and hold the pedal Driving on grades down. . Before going down a steep hill, slow 2. Have someone place wheel blocks down and shift into lower gear (if under both the vehicle and trailer necessary, use 1st gear) in order to wheels.
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- Page 457 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 9-1. If You Park Your Vehicle in an Emergency .......456 9-2. Temporary Spare Tire ..............456 9-3. Maintenance Tools ..............458 Tool Locations ................458 9-4. Flat Tires..................459 Changing a Flat Tire..............459 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (U.S.-Spec. Models)..462 TPMS Screen (U.S.-Spec.
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Page 458: If You Park Your Vehicle In An Emergency
(TPMS) is unable to monitor all four activated regardless of the ignition switch road wheels. Contact your position. SUBARU dealer as soon as pos- Turn on the hazard warning by pressing sible for tire and sensor replace- the hazard warning flasher switch. Turn it ment and/or system resetting. - Page 459 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY move the temporary spare tire and re- temporary spare tire in place of the install the conventional tire as soon as removed rear wheel. possible because the spare tire is de- signed only for temporary use. Check the inflation pressure of the tem- porary spare tire periodically to keep the tire ready for use.
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Page 460: 9-3. Maintenance Tools
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 9-3. MAINTENANCE TOOLS Your vehicle is equipped with the follow- ing maintenance tools. . Jack . Jack handle . Screwdriver . Towing hook (eye bolt) . Wheel nut wrench . LN2 battery mounting pad . Tire bag (models with 19 inches tires) TOOL LOCATIONS Jack handle Wheel nut wrench... -
Page 461: 9-4. Flat Tires
NOTE Never put any part of your body Contact a SUBARU dealer when jacking under the vehicle while the vehicle up the vehicle using a garage jack. is being supported by the jack. - Page 462 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY NOTE . Make sure that the jack is well lubricated before using it. . To take out the tools and spare tire, store the cargo area cover to the original position and open the under- floor storage compartment. Refer to “Maintenance Tools”...
- Page 463 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 16.Store the flat tire in the spare tire compartment. Install with the support holder facing upward and secure the flat tire by firmly tightening the attach- ing bolt. 13.Put on the spare tire. Replace the wheel nuts. Tighten them by hand. WARNING Do not use oil or grease on the wheel Support holder...
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Page 464: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) (U.s.-Spec. Models)
This indicates the TPMS is unable to monitor all four road wheels. Con- tact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible for tire and sensor The tire pressure monitoring system replacement and/or system reset- provides the driver with the warning ting. -
Page 465: 9-5. Jump Starting
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 9-5. JUMP STARTING . Jump starting is dangerous if it is done incorrectly. If you are unsure about the proper procedure for WARNING jump starting, consult a competent mechanic. . Battery fluid is SULFURIC ACID. Do not let it come in contact with the eyes, skin, clothing or the vehicle. -
Page 466: How To Jump Start
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY HOW TO JUMP START Booster battery Strut mounting nut (3) Connect one end of the other 1. Make sure the booster battery is 12 cable to the negative (−) terminal volts and the negative terminal is of the booster battery. -
Page 467: 9-6. Engine Overheating
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY check the coolant level in the reserve 9-6. ENGINE OVERHEATING tank. If the coolant level is below the “LOW” WARNING mark, add coolant up to the “FULL” mark. Never remove the radiator cap until 6. If there is no coolant in the reserve the engine has been shut off and has tank, add coolant to the reserve tank. -
Page 468: 9-7. Towing
If towing is necessary, SUBARU recom- mends it be done by your SUBARU 3. Screw the towing hook into the dealer or a commercial towing service. threaded hole until the threads can no longer be seen. - Page 469 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Rear towing hook 1. Take out the screwdriver, towing hook and jack handle from the under-floor storage compartment. 2. Cover the tip of a flat-head screwdriver with vinyl tape or cloth so that it will not scratch the bumper.
- Page 470 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 4. Tighten the towing hook securely . For models equipped with the using the jack handle. BSD/RCTA system, when towing another vehicle, touch “Rear Vehi- cle Detection (BSD/RCTA)” to de- activate the system. The system may not operate properly due to the blocked radar waves.
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Page 471: Using A Flat-Bed Truck
To use the rear tie-down holes, remove In such a case, have the headlight the plugs. After using the rear tie-down alignment checked by a SUBARU holes, return the plugs to their original dealer after transporting the vehicle by places. -
Page 472: Towing With All Wheels On The Ground
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY TOWING WITH ALL WHEELS . Use a flat-bed truck if there are long distance downgrades or steep ON THE GROUND slopes. However, do not apply the brake pedal for a long time be- cause the engine braking will not work while towing. -
Page 473: If The Electronic Parking Brake Cannot Be Released
9-8. IF THE ELECTRONIC 9-9. IF ACCESS KEY FOB PARKING BRAKE CANNOT DOES NOT OPERATE BE RELEASED PROPERLY Contact your SUBARU dealer and have your SUBARU dealer release the elec- CAUTION tronic parking brake. Keep metallic objects, magnetic sources and signal transmitters away... -
Page 474: Switching Power Status
If the power does not switch even though access key fob. the above procedure was followed pre- cisely, contact your SUBARU dealer. SWITCHING POWER STATUS STARTING ENGINE 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Place the select lever in the “P”... -
Page 475: If The Rear Gate Cannot Be Opened
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Models without power rear gate 9-10. IF THE REAR GATE CANNOT BE OPENED In the event that you cannot open the rear gate by pressing the rear gate opener button, you can open it from inside the cargo area. -
Page 476: Malfunctions Of The Center Information Display
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY Blacking out the screen 9-11. MALFUNCTIONS OF THE CENTER INFORMATION DISPLAY If the following screens are displayed, temporary errors or malfunctions may occur in the center information display. If they are only temporary errors, the following procedure may help to eliminate them. -
Page 477: If The Moonroof (If Equipped) Does Not Close
9-12. IF THE MOONROOF (If Equipped) DOES NOT CLOSE If the moonroof does not close, have the system checked by a SUBARU dealer. Volume knob 4. If the center information display is not recovered by restarting it, contact your SUBARU dealer. -
Page 478: If The Fuel Filler Lid Cannot Be Opened
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 9-13. IF THE FUEL FILLER LID CANNOT BE OPENED If the fuel filler lid cannot be opened due to a malfunction or a dead battery, it can be opened from the cargo area. 1. Cover the tip of a flat-head screwdriver with vinyl tape or cloth so that it will not scratch. -
Page 479: If Your Vehicle Is Involved In An Accident
Immediately contact the near- impact is strong enough to deploy the est automotive service facility. Consult airbags, it can also trigger the unlocking your SUBARU dealer. function. Under such circumstance, the automatic Your vehicle has a fuel pump shut off door locking/unlocking function will be system. -
Page 480: In Case Of Emergency
CAUTION If the following occur, there may be a malfunction in the system. Have the system inspected by a SUBARU dealer. . The doors unlock automatically while driving. . With all doors shut, the doors unlock when pressing the lock side of the power door locking switch. -
Page 481: Appearance Care
APPEARANCE CARE 10-1. Exterior Care ................480 Washing ..................480 Waxing and Polishing ..............481 Cleaning Alloy Wheels ..............481 10-2. Corrosion Protection ..............482 Most Common Causes of Corrosion ..........482 To Help Prevent Corrosion ............482 10-3. Cleaning the Interior ..............483 Seat Fabric Material .............. -
Page 482: 10-1. Exterior Care
APPEARANCE CARE vehicle at least once a month to avoid 10-1. EXTERIOR CARE contamination by road grime. WASHING Wash dirt off with a wet sponge and plenty of lukewarm or cold water. Do not wash CAUTION the vehicle with hot water and in direct sunlight. -
Page 483: Waxing And Polishing
When in doubt, it is always best to contact your SUBARU dealer or an auto paint specia- Using a warm water washer list. . Keep a good distance of 12 in (30 cm) -
Page 484: Corrosion Protection
10-2. CORROSION PROTEC- vent them from freezing in winter TION . Mud, sand, or gravel Your SUBARU has been designed and . Coastal roads built to resist corrosion. Special materials After the winter has ended, it is recom- and protective finishes have been used... -
Page 485: Cleaning The Interior
If the stain does not come out, try a commercially available fabric cleaner. If your SUBARU is to be parked for a long Use the cleaner on a hidden place and time in bright sunlight, it is recommended make sure it does not affect the fabric that the seats and headrests be covered, adversely. -
Page 486: Instrument Panel, Console Panel, Switches, Combination Meter, And Other Plastic Surface
APPEARANCE CARE leather promptly. CAUTION . Do not spray neutral detergent CAUTION directly onto the display(s). Doing Strong cleaning agents such as sol- so could damage the monitor’s vents, paint thinners, window cleaner components. or gasoline must never be used on . - Page 487 — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — —...
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Page 489: Maintenance And Service
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE 11-1. Maintenance Schedule ...............489 11-2. Maintenance Precautions ............489 Before Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment... 490 When Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment .... 491 When Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment While the Engine Is Running............... 491 11-3. - Page 490 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE 11-19. Replacement of Wiper Blades............516 Windshield Wiper Blade Assembly ..........516 Window Wiper Blade Rubber............517 Rear Window Wiper Blade Assembly........... 518 Rear Window Wiper Blade Rubber..........518 11-20. Battery ..................519 11-21. Fuses ...................521 11-22. Installation of Accessories............522 11-23.
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Page 491: Maintenance Schedule
When maintenance and service are re- quired, it is recommended that all work be The scheduled maintenance items re- done by an authorized SUBARU dealer. quired to be serviced at regular intervals are shown in the “Warranty and Main- If you perform maintenance and service tenance Booklet”. -
Page 492: Before Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment
Then take NOTE the access key fob out from the SUBARU does not endorse the use of vehicle. non-SUBARU approved flushing systems – Models without push-button and strongly advises against performing start system: these services on a SUBARU vehicle. -
Page 493: When Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE edly starting the engine. engine parts. Removing rings, watches and ties is advisable. WHEN CHECKING OR SERVI- CING IN THE ENGINE COM- PARTMENT CAUTION Safety stand For any maintenance and inspection performed on AWD models which re- quires a running engine and wheels turning, jack up all four wheels or use free rollers to prevent the vehicle from moving. -
Page 494: 11-3. Maintenance Tips
WHEN REPLACING PARTS shown in the illustration. For information about replacement parts for maintenance, contact any authorized SUBARU dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional. REMOVING AND REINSTAL- LING CLIPS Some clips and fender linings must be removed before replacing the air cleaner element or specific bulbs. -
Page 495: 11-4. Engine Hood
. Do not install accessories other the clip into the hole. than genuine SUBARU parts to the engine hood. If the engine hood becomes too heavy, the stay may not be able to support holding it open. - Page 496 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE 2. Pull the hood release knob under the Closing the engine hood: instrument panel. 1. Lift the hood slightly and remove the hood prop from the slot in the hood and return the prop to its retainer. 2.
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Page 497: 11-5. Engine Compartment Overview
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE 11-5. ENGINE COMPARTMENT OVERVIEW Brake fluid reservoir (page 504) Engine coolant reservoir (page 499) Main fuse box (page 521) Radiator cap (page 499) Battery (page 519) Engine oil filter (page 497) Washer fluid tank (page 514) Engine oil level gauge (page 496) Engine oil filler cap (page 496) Air cleaner case (page 500) -
Page 498: 11-6. Engine Oil
. Use only engine oil with the re- greater than expected, contact your commended grade and viscosity. authorized SUBARU dealer who may . Be careful not to spill engine oil perform a test under controlled condi- when adding it. If oil touches the tions. -
Page 499: Changing The Oil And Oil Filter
Fully trained mechanics are on some other injury. standby at a SUBARU dealer to utilize the special tools, spare parts and . Use only engine oil with the re- recommended oil for this work, and commended grade and viscosity. -
Page 500: Synthetic Oil
Mixing with a different coolant will reduce the life of the coolant. When necessary to top up the coolant for any reason, use only SUBARU SUPER COOLANT. If SUBARU SUPER COOLANT is diluted with another brand or type, the maintenance interval is shor- tened to that of the mixing coolant. -
Page 501: Cooling Fan, Hose And Connections
If the frequent addition of coolant is damage. necessary between vehicle service visits, it is recommended that you have your vehicle inspected by an authorized SUBARU dealer to check for leaks, damage, or looseness. Fill up to this level. – CONTINUED –... -
Page 502: Air Cleaner Element
If coolant When replacing the air cleaner ele- touches the exhaust pipe, it may ment, use a genuine SUBARU air cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or a cleaner element. If it is not used, there fire. If engine coolant gets on the is the possibility of causing a negative exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe it off. - Page 503 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE 6. Install in the reverse order of removal. Clips 2. Open the air cleaner case and pull the NOTE cover rearward while lifting it up. Install the air cleaner element so that the 3. Remove the air cleaner element. surface with “UPR”...
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Page 504: 11-9. Spark Plugs
“Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. Consult your SUBARU dealer for repla- cement. RECOMMENDED SPARK If the drive belt is loose, cracked or worn, contact your SUBARU dealer. -
Page 505: Continuously Variable Transmission Fluid
Check that there are no cracks, variable transmission fluid level. How- damage or leakage. However, the oil ever, if necessary, consult your SUBARU inspection should be performed accord- dealer for inspection. ing to the maintenance schedule in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. -
Page 506: 11-13. Brake Fluid
“MIN”, top up brake fluid to refilling, there may be a leak. If you “MAX”. Use only brake fluid from a sealed suspect a problem, have the ve- container. hicle checked at your SUBARU dealer. RECOMMENDED BRAKE FLUID CAUTION Refer to “Fluids”... -
Page 507: 11-14. Brake Pedal
If you hear this scraping noise each time you apply the brake pedal, have the brake pads serviced by your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. BREAKING-IN OF NEW BRAKE PADS When replacing the brake pad, use only genuine SUBARU parts. -
Page 508: 11-16. Tires And Wheels
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE Contact your SUBARU dealer for details. 11-16. TIRES AND WHEELS Brake pad TYPES OF TIRES While maintaining a speed of 30 to 40 You should be familiar with type of tires mph (50 to 65 km/h), step on the brake present on your vehicle. -
Page 509: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) (U.s.-Spec. Models)
Also, this system may not be functioning normally. system may not react immediately to a In this event, go to a SUBARU dealer to sudden drop in tire pressure (for example, have the system inspected as soon as a blow-out caused by running over a possible. -
Page 510: Tire Inspection
. Registration of TPMS valves can also door pillar on the driver’s side. be done at a SUBARU dealer. Consult If this light still illuminates while driving your SUBARU dealer. after adjusting the tire pressure, a tire... -
Page 511: Tire Pressures And Wear
Drive inside it expands, causing the tire slowly to the nearest authorized pressure to increase. Be careful SUBARU dealer and have the not to mistakenly release air from a vehicle inspected. warm tire to reduce its pressure. -
Page 512: Wheel Balance
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE Correctly inflated tires (tread Over inflated tires (tread worn in worn evenly) center) Roadholding is good, and steering Ride comfort is poor. Also, the tire is responsive. Rolling resistance is magnifies the effects of road sur- low, so fuel consumption is also face bumps and dips, possibly lower. -
Page 513: Wear Indicators
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Page 514: Tire Rotation
Front For safe vehicle operation, SUBARU Tire wear varies from wheel to recommends replacing all four tires at the wheel. Move the tires to the posi- same time. -
Page 515: Wheel Replacement
WHEEL REPLACEMENT When replacing wheels due, for example, to damage, make sure the replacement wheels match the specifications of the wheels that are fitted as standard equip- ment. Replacement wheels are available from SUBARU dealers. -
Page 516: 11-17. Alloy Wheels
When this occurs, refill the washer fluid as . When wheel nuts, balance weights, or follows. the center cap is replaced, be sure to replace them with genuine SUBARU parts designed for alloy wheels. . When stacking and storing removed tires, place shock-absorbing material between the tires to protect the wheels from becoming scratched. - Page 517 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE Remove the washer tank filler cap, then if they provide cold weather pro- add fluid until it reaches the “FULL” mark tection without damaging your ve- on the tank. hicle’s paint, wiper blades or washer system. Use windshield washer fluid. If windshield washer fluid is unavailable use clean water.
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Page 518: Replacement Of Wiper Blades
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE 11-19. REPLACEMENT OF to the original positions, return the wipers slowly on the windshield by WIPER BLADES hand. Returning the wipers from the detached positions by the Grease, wax, insects, or other material on spring operation might change the the windshield or the wiper blade results shape of the wiper arm or scratch in jerky wiper operation and streaking on... -
Page 519: Window Wiper Blade Rubber
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE 1. Pull the wiper blade rubber from the 2. Hold the wiper blade connection by right side in the order of hand, push the lock knob to release until the slit on the wiper blade can be the lock, and then pull out the wiper seen position. -
Page 520: Rear Window Wiper Blade Assembly
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE REAR WINDOW WIPER BLADE ASSEMBLY 1. Raise the wiper arm off the rear window. 2. Turn the wiper blade assembly coun- terclockwise. 2. Pull the blade rubber assembly out of the plastic support. 3. Pull the wiper blade assembly toward you to remove it from the wiper arm. -
Page 521: 11-20. Battery
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE 11-20. BATTERY WARNING . Before beginning work on or near any battery, be sure to extinguish all cigarettes, matches, and light- ers. Never expose a battery to an open flame or electric sparks. Batteries give off a gas which is highly flammable and explosive. - Page 522 “Electrical System” �P535. ing pad is not used, the battery terminals will not be in the proper installation For “SUBARU STARLINK Safety and position. For information about where to Security” without navigation system: store the battery mounting pad, refer to When the vehicle battery is discharged or “Tool Locations”...
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Page 523: 11-21. Fuses
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE The other one (main fuse box) is housed 11-21. FUSES in the engine compartment. Also, the spare fuses and fuse puller are stored in CAUTION the fuse box cover. Never replace a fuse with one having a Pinch the upper part of the fuse puller higher rating or with material other when removing it from the main fuse box. -
Page 524: Installation Of Accessories
6. If the same fuse blows again, this 11-22. INSTALLATION OF indicates that its system has a pro- ACCESSORIES blem. Contact your SUBARU dealer for repairs. Always consult your SUBARU dealer before installing fog lights or any other electrical equipment in your vehicle. Such... -
Page 525: 11-23. Replacing Bulbs
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE We recommend that you have your 11-23. REPLACING BULBS vehicle inspected at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. WARNING FRONT TURN SIGNAL LIGHT (If Bulbs may become very hot while illuminated. Before replacing bulbs, Equipped) turn off the lights and wait until the 1. - Page 526 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE 2. Remove the side cover. 6. Remove the bulb holder from the rear combination light assembly by turning 3. Remove the upper and lower screws. it counterclockwise. 4. Slide the rear combination light as- Rear turn signal light sembly rearward to remove it from the vehicle.
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Page 527: Other Bulbs
It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. We terclockwise to adjust it. recommend that you have the bulbs Remember the direction of the rotation replaced by your SUBARU dealer if and number of rotations. necessary. ADJUSTING HEADLIGHT AIM Adjustment direction mark 2. -
Page 528: Replacing Battery
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE . It is recommended that the battery 11-24. REPLACING BAT- should be replaced by a SUBARU TERY dealer. The access key fob/transmitter battery . Use a new battery. may be discharged under the following . After replacing the battery, confirm conditions. -
Page 529: Replacing Battery Of Transmitter
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE 2. Wrap a flat-head screwdriver with 5. Attach the cover to the access key fob vinyl tape or a cloth, and insert it in the by fitting the projections and recesses gap to remove the cover. together. 3. - Page 530 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE 2. Remove the transmitter case from the 6. Reinstall the transmitter case in the key head. key head. 7. Refit the removed half of the key head. After the battery is replaced, the trans- mitter must be synchronized with the remote keyless entry system’s control unit.
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- Page 533 SPECIFICATIONS 12-1. Specifications................532 Dimensions................. 532 Engine ..................532 Fuel .................... 532 Engine Oil................... 533 Front Differential and Rear Differential Gear Oil ......534 Fluids ..................535 Engine Coolant ................535 Electrical System ................ 535 Tires ................... 535 Temporary Spare Tires ..............536 Brake Disc ..................
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Page 534: 12-1. Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS 12-1. SPECIFICATIONS These specifications are subject to change without notice. DIMENSIONS in (mm) Overall length 183.3 (4,655) Overall width 72.0 (1,830) Overall height 68.1 (1,730) Wheel base 105.1 (2,670) Models with 17 inches tires or 18 inches 61.6 (1,565) tires Front Models with 19 inches tires... -
Page 535: Engine Oil
If the approved engine oil is unavailable, use the alternative engine oil described on the next page. Alternative engine oil If the SUBARU approved oil is unavailable, the following alternative oil can be used. NOTE . Each quantity indicated here is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other factors. -
Page 536: Front Differential And Rear Differential Gear Oil
Changing the oil: 4.4 US qt (4.2 liters, 3.7 Imp qt) FRONT DIFFERENTIAL AND REAR DIFFERENTIAL GEAR OIL Front differential gear oil Rear differential gear oil SUBARU Extra MT* Oil grade API classification GL-5 (75W-90) API classification GL-5 (75W-90) Oil capacity* 1.4 US qt (1.3 liters, 1.1 Imp qt) -
Page 537: Fluids
SPECIFICATIONS FLUIDS Fluid Continuously variable transmission fluid Brake fluid FMVSS No. 116, DOT 3 or DOT 4 Fluid type* Consult your SUBARU dealer. brake fluid Fluid capacity* 11.9 US qt (11.3 liters, 9.9 Imp qt) — Continuously Variable Transmission “... -
Page 538: Temporary Spare Tires
Temporary spare tire inflation pressure 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm (recommended cold tire inflation pressure) BRAKE DISC If you need information on the usage limit value of brake discs and the method for measuring them, consult your SUBARU dealer. -
Page 539: 12-2. Bulb Chart
SPECIFICATIONS 12-2. BULB CHART SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING Bulbs may become very hot while illuminated. Before replacing bulbs, turn off the lights and wait until the bulbs cool down. Otherwise, there is a risk of sustaining a burn injury. CAUTION Replace any bulb only with a new bulb of the specified wattage. -
Page 540: Bulb Chart
SPECIFICATIONS BULB CHART NOTE Light sources indicated by a number are light bulbs, and light sources indicated by a letter are LEDs. For LED replacement, consult your SUBARU dealer. - Page 541 SPECIFICATIONS Wattage Bulb No. Vanity mirror lights 12 V-2 W — Rear turn signal lights 12 V-21 W WY21W Door step lights 12 V-5 W Front turn signal lights (if equipped) 12 V-21 W WY21W Map lights — — Dome light —...
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Page 542: 12-3. Vehicle Identification
SPECIFICATIONS 12-3. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION Vehicle identification number (under Certification label the floor carpet of the right-hand front Vehicle identification number seat) Model number label Emission control label Fuel label Tire inflation pressure label (vehicle Air conditioner label placard) -
Page 543: 12-4. Function Settings
SPECIFICATIONS 12-4. FUNCTION SETTINGS FUNCTION SETTINGS AND ADJUSTMENTS ON THE CENTER INFORMATION DISPLAY Setting adjustments can be manually changed within the center information display to meet your personal requirements. Refer to “Center Information Display (CID) Features” �P205. INDIVIDUAL SETTINGS AND ADJUSTMENTS EXCLUDING CEN- TER INFORMATION DISPLAY For setting adjustments to the following items, refer to the appropriate page for details. - Page 544 SPECIFICATIONS Item Function Available settings Factory default setting Setting the door to lock when the Operation/Non- Non-operation rear gate closes operation Hands-Free Power Setting the time delay for closing the 0 seconds/1 sec- Rear Gate 2 seconds door after performing a kicking mo- ond/2 seconds/3 tion seconds...
- Page 545 CONSUMER INFORMATION AND REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS 13-1. For U.S.A..................544 13-2. Tire Information................544 Tire Labeling................544 Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure ......... 547 Glossary of Tire Terminology ............548 Tire Care – Maintenance and Safety Practices ......553 Vehicle Load Limit – How to Determine ........553 Determining Compatibility of Tire and Vehicle Load Capacities ..
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Page 546: 13-1. For U.s.a
CONSUMER INFORMATION AND REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS 13-1. FOR U.S.A. 13-2. TIRE INFORMATION The following information has been TIRE LABELING compiled according to Code of Many markings (e.g. Tire size, Tire Federal Regulations “Title 49, Part Identification Number or TIN) are 575”. - Page 547 CONSUMER INFORMATION AND REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (5) Rim diameter in inches For example, “V” means 149 mph (240 km/h) Load and Speed Rating De- scriptions WARNING The load and speed rating de- Speed ratings apply only to scriptions will appear following the the tire, not to the vehicle.
- Page 548 CONSUMER INFORMATION AND REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS Type A dards. Other markings The following makings are also placed on the sidewall. (1) DOT symbol* (2) Manufacturer’s Identification Maximum permissible inflation Mark pressure (3) Tire Size Code The maximum cold inflation pres- (4) Tire Type Code sure to which this tire may be inflated.
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Page 549: Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure
CONSUMER INFORMATION AND REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS The vehicle placard shows original Uniform Tire Quality Grading tire size, recommended cold tire (UTQG) inflation pressure on each tire at For details, refer to “ Uniform Tire maximum loaded vehicle weight, Quality Grading Standards” �P558. seating capacity and loading in- formation. -
Page 550: Glossary Of Tire Terminology
CONSUMER INFORMATION AND REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS GLOSSARY OF TIRE TERMI- tire. NOLOGY Cord separation Accessory weight The parting of cords from adjacent rubber compounds. The combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may Cracking be replaced) of automatic trans- Any parting within the tread, side- mission, power steering, power wall, or inner liner of the tire... - Page 551 CONSUMER INFORMATION AND REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS The outward facing sidewall Occupant distribution of an asymmetrical tire that Distribution of occupants in a ve- has a particular side that hicle as specified in the third must always face outward column of Table 1 that is appended when mounting on a vehicle.
- Page 552 CONSUMER INFORMATION AND REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS Production options weight flanges. The combined weight of those Section width installed regular production op- The linear distance between the tions weighing over 5.1 lbs (2.3 kg) exteriors of the sidewalls of an in excess of those standard items inflated tire, excluding elevations which they replace, not previously due to labeling, decoration, or...
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Page 553: Consumer Information And Reporting Safety Defects
CONSUMER INFORMATION AND REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS Treadwear indicators (TWI) The projections within the principal grooves designed to give a visual indication of the degrees of wear of the tread. Vehicle capacity weight The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lbs (68 kg) times the vehicle’s designated seating ca- pacity. - Page 554 CONSUMER INFORMATION AND REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS Table 1 — Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load for various designated seating capacities Designated seating Vehicle normal load, Occupant distribution in a capacity, number of number of occupants normally loaded vehicle occupants 2 through 4 2 in front.
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Page 555: Tire Care - Maintenance And Safety Practices
CONSUMER INFORMATION AND REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS TIRE CARE – MAINTENANCE VEHICLE LOAD LIMIT – HOW AND SAFETY PRACTICES TO DETERMINE Check on a daily basis that the The load capacity of your vehicle is tires are free from serious da- determined by weight, not by mage, nails, and stones. - Page 556 CONSUMER INFORMATION AND REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS The result of step 2 shows that a Example 1A further 95 lbs (43 kg) of cargo can be carried. Example 1B Vehicle capacity weight of the vehicle is 800 lbs (363 kg), which is indicated on the vehicle placard with the statement “The combined For example, if a person weighing...
- Page 557 CONSUMER INFORMATION AND REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS kg) or more. Example 2A CAUTION Your vehicle is neither designed nor intended to be used for trailer towing. Therefore, never Calculate the available load tow a trailer with your vehicle. capacity. The result of step 2 shows that a further 172 lbs (78 kg) of cargo can be carried.
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Page 558: Determining Compatibility Of Tire And Vehicle Load Capacities
CONSUMER INFORMATION AND REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS same vehicle (bringing the number maximum load ratings of two front of occupants to three), and a child tires and of two rear tires must restraint system weighing 11 lbs (5 exceed each axle’s maximum kg) is installed in the vehicle for the loaded capacity (“GAWR”). -
Page 559: Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit
CONSUMER INFORMATION AND REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS Brakes could overheat and fail. If your vehicle will be towing a Suspension, bearings, axles trailer, load from your trailer will and other parts of the body be transferred to your vehicle. could break or experience ac- Consult this manual to deter- celerated wear that will shorten mine how this reduces the... -
Page 560: Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards
CONSUMER INFORMATION AND REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS 13-3. UNIFORM TIRE QUAL- depends upon the actual condi- ITY GRADING STANDARDS tions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the This information indicates the re- norm due to variations in driving lative performance of passenger habits, service practices and dif- car tires in the area of treadwear,... -
Page 561: Reporting Safety Defects (Usa)
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Page 562: Safety Concern Relating To The Vehicle (Canada)
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Page 563: Index
INDEX... - Page 564 INDEX There is an illustrated index in this Owner’s Manual. If you have difficulty finding your target items in the index, try to use the illustrated index. Illustrated index ..................Abbreviation ....................ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ..............Warning light ..................Access key fob ..................
- Page 565 INDEX Battery ....................Drainage reduction functions ..............Jump starting ..................Replacement (access key fob) .............. Replacement (remote engine start transmitter) ........Replacement (remote keyless entry system) ........... Replacement (transmitter)..............Vehicle battery..................Booster cushion..................Booster seat....................Bottle holder.................... Brake Assist ....................Disc ....................
- Page 566 INDEX Center information display (CID)..............11.6-inch display models............... Dual 7.0-inch display models..............Changing Coolant....................Flat tire....................Oil and oil filter ..................Charge warning light ................CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator light ......Checking Coolant level ..................Fluid level (brake fluid) ................. Fluid level (washer fluid) ...............
- Page 567 INDEX Daytime running light system ..............Defogger ....................Defrosting ....................Deicer ....................Differential gear oil ................503, 534 Dimensions ..................... Disarming the alarm system..............Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ............. Dome light ....................Door Locks ....................Open indicator light ................Double trip meter ..................
- Page 568 INDEX Hood open warning light ............... Low oil level warning light ..............Oil....................496, 533 Overheating ..................Starting & stopping ............... 330, 332 Event data recorder ................... Exterior care ................... Flat tires ....................Floor mat ....................Fluid Brake ....................Continuously variable transmission (CVT)..........Fluid level ...................
- Page 569 INDEX Hands-Free Power Rear Gate function ............Hands-Free Power Rear Gate off switch............. Hazard warning flasher..............170, 456 Head restraint adjustment Front seat ..................... Rear seat....................Headlight Aim adjustment..................Beam leveler ..................Bulb replacement................. Bulb wattage ..................Control switch ..................Flasher ....................
- Page 570 INDEX Electronic parking brake ............... Front fog light ..................Front passenger’s frontal airbag ON and OFF indicators ......Headlight .................... High beam ..................High beam assist ................193, 242 Hill descent control ................Immobilizer ..................Malfunction ..................RAB OFF.................... Security ....................Select lever/Gear position ..............
- Page 571 INDEX Front fog..................248, 538 Front turn..................523, 538 Ignition switch ..................Map .................... 298, 538 Rear combination................. Rear gate ..................299, 538 Stop ....................Tail..................... Turn signal................248, 523, 538 Vanity mirror................. 301, 538 Loading your vehicle ................Low tire pressure warning light ..............Lower and top tether anchorage ..............
- Page 572 INDEX Overhead console..................Overheating engine.................. Parking Brake ....................Tips....................Passenger seatbelt reminder..............Periodic inspections ................. Petrol fuel ....................PIN Code Access ..................Power Outlets ....................Outside mirrors..................Rear gate ................... Rear gate button.................. Seat ..................... Steering....................Steering warning light................Precautions against vehicle modification..........67, 111 Preparing to drive ..................
- Page 573 INDEX Wiper blade rubber ................Wiper blades ..................Recommended Brake fluid ..................Continuously variable transmission fluid ..........Differential gear oil ................Engine oil ................... Spark plugs..................Refueling ....................Remote engine start system..............Remote keyless entry system..............Replacement Brake pad and lining ................Wiper blades ..................
- Page 574 INDEX Maintenance ..................Pretensioners ..................Safety tips..................... Warning light and chime ............... Security Alarm system ..................Immobilizer ..................Indicator light..................Select lever Position indicator ................. Shift lock function ................Shopping bag hook .................. Shoulder pretensioners................SI-DRIVE....................Indicator light..................Smart Rearview Mirror................Snow tires..................
- Page 575 INDEX Tachometer ..................... Temperature gauge .................. Temperature warning light AT OIL TEMP ..................Temporary spare tire ................Tether (child restraint system) ..............Tie-down hooks ..................Tilt/telescopic steering wheel ..............Tire Chains....................Information..................Inspection ................... Pressures and wear ................Replacement ..................Rotation....................
- Page 576 INDEX Identification..................Symbols ....................Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator light ................Operation indicator light................ System ....................Warning light ..................Ventilator ....................Warning and indicator lights ..............Warning chimes Keyless access with push-button start system......... Seatbelt ....................Warning indicator Icy road surface................... RAB ....................
- Page 577 INDEX Balance ....................Nut tightening torque................Replacement ..................Windows....................Windshield Washer fluid ..................Wiper and washer switches ..............Wiper blades ..................Wiper deicer..................Winter Driving....................Tires.................... 437, 506 Wiper and washer..................Wiper deicer.................... X-MODE ....................Indicator light..................
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- Page 584 GAS STATION REFERENCE FUEL Use only unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI (90 RON) or higher. FUEL OCTANE RATING This octane rating is the average of the Research Octane and Motor Octane numbers and is commonly referred to as the Anti Knock Index (AKI). This octane rating is the Research Octane Number.
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Where is switch to open gas tank on my 2025 forester?
The 2025 Subaru Forester does not have a separate gas tank release switch. To unlock the fuel filler lid, do one of the following:
- Press the “unlock” button on the key fob.
- Press the unlock side of the power door locking switch.
Then push the rear side of the fuel filler lid to open it.
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What is the off symbol on the dashboard
In a 2025 Subaru Forester, when the "OFF" symbol appears on the dashboard for systems like Auto Vehicle Hold or Vehicle Dynamics Control, it means that the respective system has been turned off. For example:
- If the Auto Vehicle Hold function is off, the Auto Vehicle Hold indicator light will turn off.
- If the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is turned off during engine operation, the Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator light will illuminate, and the system will be deactivated.
These indicators inform the driver that the related safety or driving assistance feature is not active.
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How do I turn on the interior lights so they come on when I open the door?
To turn on the interior lights in a 2025 Subaru Forester so they activate when a door is opened, set the door interlock switch to the "DOOR" position. This setting allows the interior lights (domelight, maplights, cargo area light, and rear gate light) to automatically turn on when a door or the rear gate is opened and turn off after they are closed.
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Rear seats' back positioning, how adjust for different BACK positions?
To adjust the rear seat back in a 2025 Subaru Forester:
1. Pull up the reclining lever.
2. Adjust the seatback to the desired position.
3. Release the lever.
4. Make sure the seatback is securely locked in place.
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I just got a 25 Forrester sport and the air flow on feet on high hardly come out. It sounds like the air is all coming out the dash. I took it to dealer they tell me it's how it's made. That other people complained about this. I'm taking it to another dealership for a 2nd opinion.
The air flow on the feet setting in the 2025 Subaru Forester Sport may feel weak because the climate control system uses sensors to prioritize airflow based on seat occupancy. If only the driver’s seat is occupied, the system may operate in “DRIVER” mode, directing airflow mainly to the driver. To increase airflow to all areas, including the feet, the user must manually switch to “ALL” mode by touching the airflow icon.
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How often should the engine oil and filter be changed in a 2025 Subaru Forester
Subaru recommends changing the engine oil and filter every 6,000 miles for the 2025 Forester. Some sources suggest changing the oil every 5,000 miles or performing the first oil change at 1,000 miles, but Subaru's official recommendation is 6,000 miles.
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How do you navigate to an address not on your phone
gps mapping not working
Where is the cruise control main button on a 2025 Subaru forester
My daytime running lights are blinking. How do I stop that? My dealership is closed today so I can’t ask them.