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Subaru 2009 Legacy Owner's Manual (447 pages)

Brand: Subaru | Category: Automobile | Size: 22.09 MB

Table of Contents

11
- Instruments and Controls
  3
  - Specifications
    4
  - Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
    4
- Keys and Doors
  3
- Seat, Seatbelt and SRS Airbags
  3
- Index
  4
  - Child Safety
    6
  - Drinking and Driving
    8
  - Driving with Pets
    9
  - Tire Pressures
    9
  - California Proposition 65
    10
  - Table of Contents
    11
Table of Contents

27
Keys and Doors

93
- Keys
  
  94
  - Key Number
    94
  - Keys and Doors
    94
- Immobilizer
  
  95
  - Security ID Plate
    95
  - Security Indicator Light
    96
  - Key Replacement
    96
- Door Locks
  
  97
- Power Door Locking Switches
  
  99
  - Key Lock-In Prevention Function
    99
- Remote Keyless Entry System
  
  100
  - Locking the Doors
    101
  - Unlocking the Doors
    102
  - Unlocking the Trunk Lid/Rear Gate
    102
  - Vehicle Finder Function
    102
  - Sounding a Panic Alarm
    103
  - Selecting Audible Signal Operation
    103
  - Replacing the Battery
    103
  - Replacing Lost Transmitters
    105
- Alarm System
  
  108
  - System Alarm Operation
    108
  - Activating and Deactivating the Alarm System
    108
  - If You Have Accidentally Triggered the Alarm System
    109
  - Arming the System
    109
  - Disarming the System
    111
  - Valet Mode
    111
  - Passive Arming
    111
  - Tripped Sensor Identification
    112
  - Shock Sensors (Dealer Option)
    112
- Child Safety Locks
  
  113
- Windows
  
  113
  - Power Windows
    113
- Trunk Lid (Sedan)
  
  116
- Rear Gate (Station Wagon)
  
  119
- Moonroof (if Equipped)
  
  120
  - Tilting/Sliding Moonroof (Sedan)
    121
  - Moonroof (Station Wagon)
    122
Abs Warning Light

124
- Ignition Switch
  126
  - Lock
    126
  - Acc
    127
  - Start
    127
  - Key Reminder Chime
    128
  - Ignition Switch Light
    128
- Hazard Warning Flasher
  128
- Meters and Gauges (Vehicle with SI-DRIVE)
  128
  - Combination Meter Illumination
    128
  - Speedometer
    129
  - Tachometer
    129
  - Fuel Gauge
    129
  - Temperature Gauge
    130
  - ECO Gauge
    131
- Multi-Information Display
  132
  - (Vehicle with SI-DRIVE)
    132
  - Display
    132
  - Operation Switch
    132
  - Odometer and Trip Meter
    133
  - Current and Average Fuel Consumption
    134
  - Outside Temperature and Journey Time
    135
  - Driving Range on Remaining Fuel
    137
  - Clock (Vehicle with Genuine SUBARU Navigation System)
    138
  - SI-DRIVE Display
    138
  - Meter Settings
    138
  - Warning Messages and Driver's Information
    143
- Instruments and Controls
  144
  - Meters and Gauges (Vehicle Without SI-DRIVE)
    147
    
    Combination Meter Illumination
    147
  - Canceling the Function for Meter/Gauge Needle Movement Upon Turning on the Ignition Switch
    147
  - Speedometer
    147
  - Odometer
    148
  - Double Trip Meter
    148
  - Tachometer
    149
  - Fuel Gauge
    149
  - Temperature Gauge
    150
  - Warning and Indicator Lights
    151
  - Seatbelt Warning Light and Chime
    152
  - SRS Airbag System Warning Light
    153
  - Front Passenger's Frontal Airbag on and off
    154
  - CHECK ENGINE Warning Light/Malfunction Indicator Lamp
    154
  - Charge Warning Light
    155
  - Oil Pressure Warning Light
    155
  - AT OIL TEMP Warning Light (at Models)
    156
  - Low Tire Pressure Warning Light (U.S.-Spec. Models)
    156
  - ABS Warning Light
    157
  - Brake System Warning Light
    158
  - Low Fuel Warning Light
    159
  - Door Open Warning Light
    159
  - All-Wheel Drive Warning Light (at Models)
    159
  - Light (if Equipped)
    160
  - Vehicle Dynamics Control Warning Light
    160
  - Security Indicator Light
    161
    
    Shift-Up Indicator Light (MT Models with SI-DRIVE)
    161
    
    SPORT Mode Indicator Light (4-Speed at Models)
    161
    
    Gear Position Indicator (at Models) (if Equipped)
    162
    
    S# PREP Indicator Light (Vehicle with SI-DRIVE)
    162
    
    Selector Lever Position Indicator (at Models) (if Equipped)
    162
    
    Cruise Control Indicator Light
    163
    
    Cruise Control Set Indicator Light
    163
    
    Front Fog Light Indicator Light (if Equipped)
    163
    
    Headlight Indicator Light
    163
    
    High Beam Indicator Light
    163
    
    Selector Lever and Gear Position Indicator (at Models) (if Equipped)
    163
    
    Turn Signal Indicator Lights
    163
  - Clock (Vehicle Without Genuine SUBARU Navigation System)
    164
  - Information Display (2.5 L Non-Turbo Model Without Genuine SUBARU Navigation System)
    164
    
    Outside Temperature Indicator
    165
    
    Average Fuel Consumption
    166
    
    Current Fuel Consumption
    166
    
    Driving Range on Remaining Fuel
    167
    
    Journey Time
    168
  - Light Control Switch
    169
    
    Headlights
    169
    
    High/Low Beam Change (Dimmer)
    169
    
    Daytime Running Light System
    170
    
    Headlight Flasher
    170
  - Turn Signal Lever
    170
  - Illumination Brightness Control
    171
  - Parking Light Switch
    171
  - Front Fog Light Switch (if Equipped)
    172
  - Wiper and Washer
    172
    
    Windshield Wiper and Washer Switches
    174
    
    Rear Window Wiper and Washer Switch (Station Wagon)
    176
  - Windshield Wiper Deicer (if Equipped)
    176
  - Rear Window Defogger Button
    177
  - Mirrors
    179
    
    Auto-Dimming Mirror/Compass (if Equipped)
    179
    
    Inside Mirror
    179
    
    Outside Mirrors
    180
  - Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel
    182
  - Horn
    182
Climate Control

183
- Ventilator
  
  184
  - Air Flow Selection
    184
  - Climate Control
    184
  - Center and Side Ventilators
    185
- Manual Climate Control System (if Equipped)
  
  185
  - Control Panel
    185
  - Heater Operation
    187
  - Air Conditioner Operation
    189
- Automatic Climate Control System (if Equipped)
  
  189
- Operating Tips for Heater and Air Conditioner
  
  194
  - Cleaning Ventilator Grille
    194
  - Refrigerant for Your Climate Control System
    194
- Air Filtration System
  
  195
Audio

196
- Antenna System
  
  197
  - FM Reception
    197
  - Printed Antenna
    197
- XM Tm
  
  197
- Installation of Accessories
  
  199
- Audio Set
  
  200
  - Type a Audio Set (if Equipped)
    200
  - Type B Audio Set (if Equipped)
    201
- Power and Sound Controls
  
  202
  - Power Switch and Volume Control
    202
  - Tone and Balance Control
    202
- FM/AM Radio Operation
  
  205
  - FM/AM Selection
    205
  - Tuning
    205
  - Station Preset
    206
- Satellite Radio Operation (if Equipped)
  
  207
  - XM TM Satellite Radio
    207
  - Sirius Satellite Radio
    207
  - Satellite Radio Reception
    207
  - Displaying Satellite Radio ID of Tuner
    207
  - Band Selection
    207
  - Channel and Category Selection
    208
  - Channel Preset
    209
  - Display Selection
    209
- CD Player Operation
  
  210
  - How to Insert a CD (Type A)
    210
  - How to Insert a CD(S) (Type B)
    210
  - How to Play Back a CD
    212
  - To Select a Track from Its Beginning
    212
  - Fast-Forwarding and Fast-Reversing
    213
  - Repeating
    214
  - Random Playback
    215
  - Scan
    216
  - Display Selection
    217
  - Folder Selection
    217
  - How to Eject a CD from the Player (Type A)
    218
  - How to Eject Cds from the Player (Type B)
    218
  - When the Following Messages Are Displayed
    219
- AUX Unit Operation
  
  220
  - AUX Jack
    220
  - AUX Inputs Selection Button
    220
- Audio Control Buttons (if Equipped)
  
  221
  - MODE Button
    221
- Precautions to Observe When Handling a Compact Disc
  
  222
Interior Equipment

224
- Interior Light
  
  225
  - Cargo Area Light (Station Wagon)
    225
  - Dome Light
    225
  - Interior Equipment
    225
- Map Light
  
  226
- Sun Visors
  
  227
  - Sun Visor Extension Plate
    227
  - Vanity Mirror with Light
    228
- Storage Compartment
  
  228
  - Glove Box
    228
  - Center Console Box
    229
  - Center Panel Compartment (if Equipped)
    230
  - Overhead Console (if Equipped)
    230
  - Pocket
    231
- Cup Holder
  
  231
  - Front Passenger's Cup Holder
    231
  - Rear Passenger's Cup Holder
    232
- Accessory Power Outlets
  
  232
  - Use with a Cigarette Lighter (Canada Only - if Equipped)
    233
- Ashtray (Canada Only - if Equipped)
  
  234
- Coat Hook
  
  235
  - Rear Passenger Area
    235
- Shopping Bag Hook
  
  236
  - For Sedan Models
    236
  - For Station Wagon Models
    236
- Floor Mat
  
  236
- Cargo Area Cover (if Equipped)
  
  237
  - Using the Cover
    237
  - To Remove the Cover Housing
    237
  - To Remove the Rear Gate Board
    238
  - Stowage of the Cargo Area Cover and Rear Gate Board
    238
  - To Install the Cover Housing
    239
  - To Install the Rear Gate Board
    239
- Convenient Tie-Down Hooks (if Equipped)
  
  240
- Stowage Boxes (Station Wagon)
  
  240
- Under-Floor Storage Compartment
  
  241
- Homelink® Wireless Control System (if Equipped)
  
  242
Starting and Operating

247
- Fuel
  
  249
  - Fuel Requirements
    249
  - Fuel Filler Lid and Cap
    251
- State Emission Testing (U.S. Only)
  
  253
- Preparing to Drive
  
  254
- Starting the Engine
  
  255
  - Manual Transmission Vehicle
    255
  - Automatic Transmission Vehicle
    256
- Stopping the Engine
  
  257
- Remote Engine Start System (Dealer Option)
  
  257
- Manual Transmission – 5 Speeds
  
  261
  - Driving Tips
    262
  - Selecting Reverse Gear
    263
  - Shifting Speeds
    263
  - Driving Tips
    264
- Automatic Transmission - 4-Speed
  
  264
  - Selector Lever
    265
  - Selector Lever Reverse Inhibiting Function
    266
  - Selection of Manual Mode
    267
  - Maximum Speeds
    268
  - Driving Tips
    269
  - SPORT Mode
    269
  - Shift Lock Release
    270
- Automatic Transmission - 5-Speed
  
  270
  - Selector Lever
    271
  - Selector Lever Reverse Inhibiting Function
    272
  - Selection of Manual Mode
    273
  - Maximum Speeds
    275
  - Driving Tips
    275
  - Shift Lock Release
    276
- SI-DRIVE (Turbo and 3.0 L Models)
  
  277
  - Intelligent (I) Mode
    277
  - Sport (S) Mode
    278
  - Sport Sharp (S#) Mode
    278
  - SI-DRIVE Selector
    278
  - SI-DRIVE Sport Sharp (S#) Switch
    279
- Rear Viscous Limited Slip Differential (LSD) (if Equipped)
  
  279
- Braking
  
  280
  - Braking Tips
    280
  - Brake System
    280
  - Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators
    281
- Power Steering
  
  280
- ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)
  
  281
  - ABS System Self-Check
    281
  - ABS Warning Light
    282
- Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System
  
  283
  - Steps to Take if EBD System Fails
    283
- Vehicle Dynamics Control System (if Equipped)
  
  284
  - Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor
    286
  - Vehicle Dynamics Control off Switch
    288
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
  
  289
- Parking Your Vehicle
  
  290
  - Parking Brake
    291
  - Parking Tips
    291
  - To Set Cruise Control
    292
- Cruise Control
  
  292
Driving Tips

297
- Fuel Economy Hints
  298
- New Vehicle Break-In Driving - the First 1,000 Miles (1,600 Km)
  298
- Catalytic Converter
  299
- Engine Exhaust Gas (Carbon Monoxide)
  299
- Periodic Inspections
  300
- Driving in Foreign Countries
  301
- Driving Tips for AWD Vehicles
  301
- Off Road Driving
  302
  - All AWD Models Except OUTBACK
    302
  - Outback
    302
- Winter Driving
  304
  - Operation During Cold Weather
    304
  - Driving on Snowy and Icy Roads
    305
  - Corrosion Protection
    306
  - Snow Tires
    307
  - Tire Chains
    309
  - Rocking the Vehicle
    309
- Loading Your Vehicle
  309
- Trailer Hitch (if Equipped)
  315
  - Connecting a Trailer
    316
  - When You Do Not Tow a Trailer
    317
- Trailer Towing
  317
  - Warranties and Maintenance
    317
  - Maximum Load Limits
    318
  - Trailer Hitches
    321
  - Connecting a Trailer
    322
  - Trailer Towing Tips
    323
In Case of Emergency

326
- Temporary Spare Tire
  
  327
  - In Case of Emergency
    327
  - Precautions for AWD Vehicles with Automatic Transmission
    328
- If You Park Your Vehicle in an Emergency
  
  327
- Flat Tires
  
  329
  - Changing a Flat Tire
    329
  - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
    334
- Jump Starting
  
  335
  - How to Jump Start
    336
- Towing
  
  338
  - Towing and Tie-Down Hooks
    339
  - Using a Flat-Bed Truck
    341
  - Towing with All Wheels on the Ground
    342
- Engine Overheating
  
  338
  - If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
    338
  - If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
    338
- Rear Gate (Station Wagon) - if the Rear Gate Cannot be Unlocked
  
  343
- Maintenance Tools
  
  343
  - Jack
    343
  - Jack Handle
    344
  - Other Maintenance Tools
    344
Appearance Care

345
- Exterior Care
  
  346
  - Washing
    346
  - Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
    347
  - Waxing and Polishing
    347
- Corrosion Protection
  
  348
  - Most Common Causes of Corrosion
    348
  - To Help Prevent Corrosion
    348
- Cleaning the Interior
  
  349
Maintenance and Service

351
- Maintenance Precautions
  
  353
  - Before Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment
    354
  - When You Do Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment While the Engine Is Running
    354
- Maintenance Schedule
  
  353
- Engine Hood
  
  354
- Engine Compartment Overview
  
  356
  - L Non-Turbo Models
    356
  - L Turbo Models
    357
  - L Models
    358
  - Fuse Box (Page
    356
- Engine Oil
  
  359
- Cooling System
  
  364
  - Cooling Fan, Hose and Connections
    364
  - Engine Coolant
    364
- Air Cleaner Element
  
  367
  - Replacing the Air Cleaner Element
    368
- Drive Belts
  
  370
  - L Models
    370
  - L Models
    371
- Spark Plugs
  
  370
  - Recommended Spark Plugs
    370
- Manual Transmission Oil
  
  371
  - Checking the Oil Level
    371
  - Recommended Grade and Viscosity
    372
- Automatic Transmission Fluid
  
  372
  - Checking the Fluid Level
    372
  - Recommended Fluid
    373
- Front Differential Gear Oil (at Models)
  
  374
  - Checking the Oil Level
    374
  - Recommended Grade and Viscosity
    375
- Rear Differential Gear Oil
  
  375
  - Checking the Gear Oil Level
    375
  - Recommended Grade and Viscosity
    377
- Power Steering Fluid
  
  377
  - Checking the Fluid Level
    377
  - Recommended Fluid
    378
- Brake Fluid
  
  378
  - Checking the Fluid Level
    378
  - Recommended Brake Fluid
    379
- Clutch Fluid (MT Models)
  
  379
  - Checking the Fluid Level
    379
  - Recommended Clutch Fluid
    380
- Brake Booster
  
  380
- Brake Pedal
  
  381
- Replacement of Brake Pad and Lining
  
  382
  - Breaking-In of New Brake Pads and Linings
    382
- Parking Brake Stroke
  
  383
- Tires and Wheels
  
  383
  - Types of Tires
    383
  - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
    384
  - Tire Inspection
    385
  - Tire Pressures and Wear
    386
  - Wheel Balance
    388
  - Wear Indicators
    388
  - Tire Rotation Direction Mark
    388
  - Tire Rotation
    389
  - Tire Replacement
    389
  - Wheel Replacement
    390
- Aluminum Wheels
  
  390
- Windshield Washer Fluid
  
  391
- Replacement of Wiper Blades
  
  392
  - Windshield Wiper Blade Assembly
    392
  - Windshield Wiper Blade Rubber
    393
  - Rear Window Wiper Blade Assembly
    394
  - Rear Window Wiper Blade Rubber
    395
- Battery
  
  396
- Fuses
  
  397
- Installation of Accessories
  
  399
- Main Fuse
  
  399
- Replacing Bulbs
  
  400
  - Headlight
    401
  - Front Turn Signal/Parking and Front Side Marker Light
    403
  - Front Fog Light (if Equipped)
    403
  - Rear Combination Lights
    403
  - Back-Up Light (Station Wagon)
    406
  - License Plate Light
    406
  - Dome Light
    407
  - Map Light
    407
  - Vanity Mirror Light
    408
  - Door Step Light
    408
  - Cargo Area Light (Station Wagon)
    409
  - Trunk Light (Sedan)
    409
  - High Mount Stop Light (Sedan)
    409
  - Specifications
    410
  - Dimensions
    411
  - Specifications
    411
  - Electrical System
    412
  - Engine
    412
  - Capacities
    413
  - Tires
    414
  - Wheel Alignment
    414
  - Fuses and Circuits
    415
    
    Fuse Panel Located in the Passenger Compartment
    415
    
    Fuse Panel Located in the Engine Compartment
    417
  - Bulb Chart
    418
  - Specifications
    419
    
    Vehicle Identification
    420
Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects

421
- For U.S.A
  
  422
  - Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
    422
- Tire Information
  
  422
- Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards
  
  432
  - Treadwear
    432
  - Traction AA, A, B, C
    432
  - Temperature A, B, C
    433
- Reporting Safety Defects (USA)
  
  433
  - Index
    435

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Table of Contents

Front Seats

Seat Heater (if Equipped)

Rear Seats

Armrest (if Equipped)

Seatbelts

Front Seatbelt Pretensioners

Child Restraint Systems

SRS Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)

Keys and Doors

Keys

Immobilizer

Door Locks

Power Door Locking Switches

Remote Keyless Entry System

Alarm System

Child Safety Locks

Windows

Trunk Lid (Sedan)

Rear Gate (Station Wagon)

Moonroof (if Equipped)

Abs Warning Light

Climate Control

Ventilator

Manual Climate Control System (if Equipped)

Automatic Climate Control System (if Equipped)

Operating Tips for Heater and Air Conditioner

Air Filtration System

Audio

Antenna System

XM Tm

Installation of Accessories

Audio Set

Power and Sound Controls

FM/AM Radio Operation

Satellite Radio Operation (if Equipped)

CD Player Operation

AUX Unit Operation

Audio Control Buttons (if Equipped)

Precautions to Observe When Handling a Compact Disc

Interior Equipment

Interior Light

Map Light

Sun Visors

Storage Compartment

Cup Holder

Accessory Power Outlets

Ashtray (Canada Only - if Equipped)

Coat Hook

Shopping Bag Hook

Floor Mat

Cargo Area Cover (if Equipped)

Convenient Tie-Down Hooks (if Equipped)

Stowage Boxes (Station Wagon)

Under-Floor Storage Compartment

Homelink® Wireless Control System (if Equipped)

Starting and Operating

Fuel

State Emission Testing (U.S. Only)

Preparing to Drive

Starting the Engine

Stopping the Engine

Remote Engine Start System (Dealer Option)

Manual Transmission – 5 Speeds

Automatic Transmission - 4-Speed

Automatic Transmission - 5-Speed

SI-DRIVE (Turbo and 3.0 L Models)

Rear Viscous Limited Slip Differential (LSD) (if Equipped)

Braking

Power Steering

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)

Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System

Vehicle Dynamics Control System (if Equipped)

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)

Parking Your Vehicle

Cruise Control