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Subaru 2004 Impreza WRX STi Owner's Manual (491 pages)

Brand: Subaru | Category: Automobile | Size: 6.64 MB

Table of Contents

16
- Safety Warnings
  6
- Vehicle Symbols
  7
- Child Safety
  10
- Drinking and Driving
  12
- California Proposition 65 Warning
  14
- Driving with Pets
  14
- Tire Pressures
  14
Seat, Seatbelt and Srs Airbags

28
Keys and Doors

104
- Keys
  
  105
  - Keys and Doors
    105
- Door Locks
  
  106
  - Locking and Unlocking from the Outside
    106
  - Locking and Unlocking from the Inside
    107
  - Key Number
    106
- Power Door Locking Switches
  
  108
- Remote Keyless Entry System
  
  109
  - Locking the Doors
    110
  - Unlocking the Doors
    111
  - Illuminated Entry
    111
  - Vehicle Finder Function
    111
  - Sounding a Panic Alarm
    112
  - Selecting Audible Signal Operation
    112
  - Replacing the Battery
    112
  - Replacing Lost Transmitters
    113
- Security System (if Equipped)
  
  117
  - System Operation
    117
  - Arming the System
    118
  - Disarming the System
    120
  - Valet Mode
    120
  - Passive Arming
    121
- Child Safety Locks
  
  124
- Windows
  
  125
  - Power Windows
    125
- Trunk Lid (Sedan)
  
  128
- Rear Gate (Wagon)
  
  132
Instruments and Controls

138
- Instruments and Controls
  140
  - Ignition Switch
    140
    
    Lock
    140
    
    Acc
    141
    
    Start
    141
    
    Key Reminder Chime
    141
    
    Ignition Switch Light (if Equipped)
    142
    
    Key Interlock Release (at Vehicles Only)
    142
  - Hazard Warning Flasher
    143
  - Meters and Gauges (WRX-Sti)
    144
    
    Combination Meter Illumination
    144
    
    Cancelling Sequential Illumination of the Combination Meter
    144
    
    Speedometer
    144
    
    Odometer/Trip Meter
    145
    
    Tachometer
    146
    
    Fuel Gauge
    146
    
    Temperature Gauge
    147
    
    Ambient Temperature Gauge
    148
  - REV Indicator Light and Buzzer (WRX-Sti)
    149
    
    Setting the Alarm-Level Engine Speed
    150
    
    Deactivating the REV Alarm System
    151
  - Meters and Gauges (Except WRX-Sti)
    152
    
    Speedometer
    152
    
    Odometer/Trip Meter
    152
    
    Tachometer
    153
    
    Fuel Gauge
    153
    
    Temperature Gauge
    154
    
    Ambient Temperature Gauge (if Equipped)
    155
  - Warning and Indicator Lights
    156
    
    Seatbelt Warning Light and Chime
    156
    
    SRS Airbag System Warning Light
    157
    
    CHECK ENGINE Warning Light/Malfunction Indicator Lamp
    157
    
    Charge Warning Light
    158
    
    Oil Pressure Warning Light
    158
    
    AT OIL Temperature Warning Light (for at Vehicles)
    159
    
    Rear Differential Oil Temperature Warning Light (WRX-Sti)
    159
    
    ABS Warning Light
    160
    
    Brake System Warning Light
    161
    
    Door Open Warning Lights
    162
    
    Front-Wheel Drive Warning Light (for at Vehicles - if Equipped)
    162
    
    Intercooler Water Spray Warning Light (WRX-Sti)
    162
    
    Selector Lever Position Indicator (at Vehicles)
    163
    
    Turn Signal Indicator Lights
    163
    
    High Beam Indicator Light
    163
    
    Cruise Control Indicator Light
    163
    
    Cruise Control Set Indicator Light
    163
    
    Driver's Control Center Differential Auto Indicator Light (WRX-Sti)
    163
    
    Driver's Control Center Differential Indicator Lights (WRX-Sti)
    164
    
    Headlight Indicator Light (WRX-Sti)
    164
    
    REV Indicator Light (WRX-Sti)
    164
  - Clock
    165
  - Light Control Switch
    166
    
    Headlights
    166
    
    High/Low Beam Change (Dimmer)
    167
    
    Headlight Flasher
    167
    
    Daytime Running Light System (Except U.S. Spec. WRX-Sti)
    168
  - Turn Signal Lever
    168
  - Illumination Brightness Control
    169
  - Illumination Brightness Control (WRX-Sti)
    170
  - Headlight Beam Leveler (U.S. Spec. WRX-Sti)
    170
  - Parking Light Switch
    171
  - Fog Light Switch (if Equipped)
    172
  - Wiper and Washer
    172
    
    Windshield Wiper and Washer Switches
    174
    
    Rear Window Wiper and Washer Switch - Wagon
    176
  - Rear Window Defogger Switch
    177
  - Windshield Wiper Deicer (if Equipped)
    179
  - Intercooler Water Spray Switch (WRX-Sti)
    180
  - Mirrors
    181
    
    Inside Mirror
    181
    
    Outside Mirrors
    184
  - Tilt Steering Wheel
    186
  - Horn
    187
Climate Control

190
Audio

214
- Antenna System
  
  215
  - Printed Antenna
    215
  - FM Reception
    215
  - Audio
    216
- Installation of Accessories
  
  216
- Audio Set
  
  216
- Type a Audio Set (if Equipped)
  
  218
- Type B Audio Set (if Equipped)
  
  229
  - Radio Operation
    229
  - Cassette Player Operation
    235
  - Built in CD Changer Operation
    239
- In-Dash 6 CD Auto Changer 1 (if Equipped)
  
  244
  - Loading and Unloading Compact Discs
    244
- Precautions to Observe When Handling a Compact Disc (CD)
  
  247
Interior Equipment

250
- Interior Light
  251
  - Dome Light
    251
  - Cargo Area Light (if Equipped)
    251
- Interior Equipment
  252
  - Map Light (if Equipped)
    252
  - Sun Visors
    253
    
    Center Visor
    253
    
    Vanity Mirror (if Equipped)
    254
  - Storage Compartments
    254
    
    Glove Box
    255
    
    Center Console
    255
    
    Coin Tray
    256
  - Cup Holder
    256
    
    In Instrument Panel
    256
    
    In Center Console
    257
  - Accessory Power Outlet
    258
    
    In the Cargo Area (if Equipped)
    258
  - Cigarette Lighter Socket
    259
    
    Use with a Cigarette Lighter
    260
    
    Using as an Accessory Power Outlet
    260
  - Ashtray
    261
  - Floor Mat (if Equipped)
    262
  - Coat Hook
    263
  - Cargo Area Cover (if Equipped)
    264
    
    Using the Cover
    264
    
    To Remove the Cover
    264
    
    Stowage of the Cover
    265
    
    To Install the Cover Housing
    265
  - Cargo Tie-Down Hooks (if Equipped)
    266
Starting and Operating

270
- Fuel
  
  271
  - Fuel Requirements
    271
  - Starting and Operating
    272
    
    Fuel Filler Lid and Cap
    273
- State Emission Testing (U.S. Only)
  
  276
- Preparing to Drive
  
  278
- Starting the Engine
  
  278
- Stopping the Engine
  
  280
- Manual Transmission - 6 Speed (WRX-Sti)
  
  281
  - Selecting Reverse Gear
    281
  - Shifting Speeds
    282
  - Driving Tips
    283
- Manual Transmission - 5 Speed (Except WRX-Sti)
  
  284
  - Shifting Speeds
    284
  - Driving Tips
    286
- Driver's Control Center Differential (DCCD) (WRX-Sti)
  
  287
  - Auto Mode
    287
  - Manual Mode
    288
  - Temporary Release
    290
- Automatic Transmission
  
  290
  - Selector Lever for Automatic Transmission
    291
  - Shift Lock Release
    295
- Limited Slip Differential (LSD) (if Equipped)
  
  296
- Power Steering
  
  297
- Braking
  
  297
  - Braking Tips
    297
  - Brake System
    298
  - Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators
    298
- ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)
  
  299
  - ABS System Self-Check
    299
  - ABS Warning Light
    300
- Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System
  
  301
  - Steps to Take if EBD System Fails
    302
- Parking Your Vehicle
  
  303
  - Parking Brake
    303
  - Parking Tips
    304
- Cruise Control
  
  306
  - To Set Cruise Control
    306
  - To Temporarily Cancel the Cruise Control
    308
  - To Turn off the Cruise Control
    309
  - To Change the Cruising Speed
    309
Driving Tips

312
- Fuel Economy Hints
  313
- New Vehicle Break-In Driving
  313
- Driving Tips
  314
  - Engine Exhaust Gas (Carbon Monoxide)
    314
  - Catalytic Converter
    315
  - Periodic Inspections
    317
  - Driving in Foreign Countries
    317
  - Driving Tips for AWD Vehicles
    318
  - Off Road Driving
    319
    
    All AWD Models Except OUTBACK SPORT and Vehicles with 17 Inch Tires
    320
    
    Outback Sport
    320
  - Winter Driving
    322
    
    Operation During Cold Weather
    322
    
    Driving on Snowy and Icy Roads
    324
    
    Corrosion Protection
    325
    
    Snow Tires
    325
    
    Tire Chains
    327
    
    Rocking the Vehicle
    327
  - Loading Your Vehicle
    328
    
    Vehicle Capacity Weight
    330
    
    GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating)
    331
    
    Roof Rail and Crossbar (if Equipped)
    332
  - Trailer Hitch (if Equipped)
    336
    
    Connecting a Trailer
    336
    
    When You Do Not Tow a Trailer
    339
  - Trailer Towing
    340
    
    Warranties and Maintenance
    340
In Case of Emergency

352
- If You Park Your Vehicle in Case of an Emergency
  
  353
  - In Case of Emergency
    353
- Temporary Spare Tire
  
  354
- Flat Tires
  
  356
  - Changing a Flat Tire
    356
- Jump Starting
  
  365
  - How to Jump Start
    365
- Engine Overheating
  
  367
  - If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
    367
  - If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
    367
- Towing
  
  368
  - Towing and Tie-Down Hooks
    369
  - Using a Flat-Bed Truck
    371
  - Towing with All Wheels on the Ground
    372
- Rear Gate - if the Rear Gate Cannot be Unlocked
  
  373
  - Moonroof - if the Moonroof Cannot be Closed
    374
- Moonroof - if the Moonroof Cannot be
  
  374
- Maintenance Tools
  
  375
  - Jack and Jack Handle
    375
Appearance Care

378
- Exterior Care
  
  379
  - Washing
    379
  - Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
    380
  - Waxing and Polishing
    380
- Corrosion Protection
  
  381
  - Most Common Causes of Corrosion
    381
  - To Help Prevent Corrosion
    382
- Cleaning the Interior
  
  383
Maintenance and Service

386
- Maintenance Precautions
  388
  - Before Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment
    389
  - When You Do Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment While the Engine Is Running
    390
- Maintenance Schedule
  388
- Engine Hood
  390
- Engine Compartment Overview
  393
  - Liter Model
    393
  - Liter (Turbo) Model
    394
- Engine Oil
  396
- Cooling System
  403
  - Cooling Fan, Hose and Connections
    404
  - Engine Coolant
    404
- Air Cleaner Element
  408
  - Replacing the Air Cleaner Element
    408
- Spark Plugs
  411
  - Recommended Spark Plugs
    412
- Drive Belts
  412
- Manual Transmission Oil
  413
  - Checking the Oil Level
    413
  - Recommended Grade and Viscosity
    415
- Automatic Transmission Fluid
  416
  - Checking the Fluid Level
    416
  - Recommended Fluid
    417
- Front Differential Gear Oil (at Vehicles)
  418
  - Checking the Oil Level
    418
  - Recommended Grade and Viscosity
    418
- Rear Differential Gear Oil
  419
  - Checking the Gear Oil Level
    419
  - Recommended Grade and Viscosity
    420
- Power Steering Fluid
  421
  - Checking the Fluid Level
    421
  - Recommended Fluid
    422
- Brake Fluid
  422
  - Checking the Fluid Level
    422
  - Recommended Brake Fluid
    423
- Clutch Fluid (MT Vehicles)
  423
  - Checking the Fluid Level
    423
  - Recommended Clutch Fluid
    424
- Brake Booster
  425
- Brake Pedal
  425
  - Checking the Brake Pedal Free Play
    425
  - Checking the Brake Pedal Reserve Distance
    426
- Clutch Pedal (MT Vehicles)
  426
  - Checking the Clutch Function
    426
  - Checking the Clutch Pedal Free Play
    427
- Replacement of Brake Pad and Lining
  427
  - Breaking-In of New Brake Pads and Linings
    428
- Parking Brake Stroke
  429
- Tires and Wheels
  429
  - Types of Tires
    429
  - Tire Inspection
    430
  - Tire Pressures and Wear
    430
  - Wheel Balance
    433
  - Wear Indicators
    434
  - Tire Rotation
    435
  - Tire Replacement
    435
  - Wheel Replacement
    436
  - Wheel Covers
    437
- Aluminum Wheels (if Equipped)
  438
- Intercooler Water Spray
  438
- Windshield Washer Fluid
  439
- Replacement of Windshield Wiper Blades
  440
- Battery
  443
- Fuses
  445
- Installation of Accessories
  448
- Main Fuse
  448
- Replacing Bulbs
  449
  - Headlights (U.S. Spec. WRX-Sti)
    451
  - Headlight (Except U.S. Spec. WRX-Sti)
    451
  - Front Turn Signal Light Bulbs
    454
  - Parking Light
    455
  - Front Fog Light
    458
  - Rear Combination Lights
    459
  - License Plate Light
    461
  - Dome Light, Map Light and Cargo Area Light
    462
  - Trunk Light
    463
  - High Mount Stop Light
    463
  - Specifications
    467
    
    Dimensions
    467
- Specifications
  468
  - Engine
    468
    
    Electrical System
    468
    
    Capacities
    469
    
    Tires
    470
    
    Wheel Alignment
    470
  - Fuses and Circuits
    471
    
    Fuse Panel Located Behind the Coin Tray
    471
    
    Fuse Panel Located in the Engine Compartment
    473
  - Bulb Chart
    474
  - Vehicle Identification
    475
- Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
  476
- Index
  480
  - Fuel Octane Rating
    491

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Table of Contents

Seat, Seatbelt and Srs Airbags

Front Seats

Seat Heater (if Equipped)

Rear Seats

Seatbelts

Front Seatbelt Pretensioners

Child Restraint Systems

SRS Airbag

Keys and Doors

Keys

Door Locks

Power Door Locking Switches

Remote Keyless Entry System

Security System (if Equipped)

Child Safety Locks

Windows

Trunk Lid (Sedan)

Rear Gate (Wagon)

Instruments and Controls

Climate Control

Ventilator

Manual Climate Control System (if Equipped) Control Panel

Semi-Automatic Climate Control System (if Equipped)

Operating Tips for Heater and Air Conditioner

Air Filtration System (if Equipped)

Audio

Antenna System

Installation of Accessories

Audio Set

Type a Audio Set (if Equipped)

Type B Audio Set (if Equipped)

In-Dash 6 CD Auto Changer 1 (if Equipped)

Precautions to Observe When Handling a Compact Disc (CD)

Interior Equipment

Starting and Operating

Fuel

State Emission Testing (U.S. Only)

Preparing to Drive

Starting the Engine

Stopping the Engine

Manual Transmission - 6 Speed (WRX-Sti)

Manual Transmission - 5 Speed (Except WRX-Sti)

Driver's Control Center Differential (DCCD) (WRX-Sti)

Automatic Transmission

Limited Slip Differential (LSD) (if Equipped)

Power Steering

Braking

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)

Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System

Parking Your Vehicle

Cruise Control

Driving Tips

In Case of Emergency

If You Park Your Vehicle in Case of an Emergency

Temporary Spare Tire

Flat Tires

Jump Starting

Engine Overheating

Towing

Rear Gate - if the Rear Gate Cannot be Unlocked

Moonroof - if the Moonroof Cannot be

Maintenance Tools

Appearance Care

Exterior Care

Corrosion Protection

Cleaning the Interior

Maintenance and Service

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