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IMPREZA(NA) A1850BE-A (ENGLISH)

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Index

14-7

Spark plugs

 11-24

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Remote keyless entry system 

 2-6

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Replacement

Brake pad and lining

 11-39

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Windshield wiper blades

 11-50

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Replacing bulbs

 11-61

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Cargo area light

11-73

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Doom light 

11-73

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Front fog light

11-68

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Front turn signal light

11-64

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Front side marker light

11-69

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Headlight

11-62

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High mount stop light

11-74

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License plate light

11-72

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Map light

11-73

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Parking light

11-64

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Rear combination light

11-70

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Trunk light

11-74

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Replacing

Lost transmitters (keyless entry system)

 2-10

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Air cleaner element

 11-20

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Battery (remote keyless entry system)

 2-8

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Rocking the vehicle

 8-15

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Roof rail and crossbar 

 8-18

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S

Seatbelt

6

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Maintenance

 1-27

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Pretensioners 1-27

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Safety tips

 1-12

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Warning light and chime

 1-15, 3-10

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Seatbelts

 1-12

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Seat

Cushion height adjustment (driver’s seat)

 1-5

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Fabric

 10-5

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Heater  

1-6

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Security system 

 2-14

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Selector lever 

 7-15

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Shift lock release

 7-19

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Shift position indicator 

 3-15

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Side ventilators

 4-3

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Snow tires

 8-13

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Sounding a panic alarm

 2-8, 2-17

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Spark plugs

 11-23

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Specifications

 12-2

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Speedometer

 3-6

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint 

System airbag)

6, 1-42

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SRS airbag system warning light

 3-11

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

SRS frontal airbag

 1-46

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

SRS side airbag 

 1-55

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Starting the engine

 7-9

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State emission testing (U.S. only)

7-6

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 

Stopping the engine

 7-11

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Summary of Contents for 2003 Outback Sport

Page 1: ...Always wear your seatbelt 2003 OWNER S MANUAL...

Page 2: ...nts please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your SUBARU or the nearest SUBARU dealer The information specifications and illustrations found in this manu al are those in effect at the time of...

Page 3: ...IMPREZA NA A1850BE A ENGLISH This manual describes the following vehicle types Sedan Wagon and OUTBACK SPORT...

Page 4: ...of cover age and exclusions is in the Warranty and Mainte nance Booklet Please read these warranties care fully J Warranties for Canada All SUBARU vehicles distributed by Subaru Canada Inc and sold a...

Page 5: ...orms you about the operation of instrument panel indicators and how to use the instruments and other switches Chapter 4 Climate Control This chapter informs you how to operate the climate control Chap...

Page 6: ...manual These safety warnings alert you to potential hazards that could result in injury to you or others Please read these safety warnings as well as all oth er portions of this manual carefully in or...

Page 7: ...depending upon the context Vehicle symbols There are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle Mark Name CAUTION Power door lock and unlock Passenger s windows lock and unlock Fuel Front fog li...

Page 8: ...Windshield wiper and washer Rear window wiper and washer Lights Mark Name Parking lights tail lights license plate light and instrument panel illumination Head lights Illumination brightness Fan speed...

Page 9: ...tion in the event of an accident the driver and all passengers in the vehicle should always wear seatbelts when the vehicle is moving The SRS Supple mental Restraint System airbag does not do away wit...

Page 10: ...for the child s age height and weight If a child is too big for a child re straint system the child should sit in the REAR seat and be restrained using the seat belts According to accident statistics...

Page 11: ...cause death or serious heat related injuries includ ing brain damage particularly for small chil dren Carefully read the sections Child restraint systems SRS airbag and Seatbelts in chapter 1 of this...

Page 12: ...t frequent causes of accidents Since alcohol affects all people differ ently you may have consumed too much alcohol to drive safely even if the level of alcohol in your blood is below the legal limit...

Page 13: ...place to rest if you are tired or sleepy On long trips you should make periodic rest stops to refresh yourself before continuing on your journey When possible you should share the driving with others...

Page 14: ...veterinarian local animal protection so ciety or pet shop J Tire pressures Check and if necessary adjust the pressure of each tire including the spare at least once a month and before any long journe...

Page 15: ...13 14 Seat seatbelt and SRS airbags Keys and doors Instruments and controls Climate control Audio Interior equipment Starting and operating Driving tips In case of emergency Appearance care Maintenan...

Page 16: ...Headlight switch page 3 16 3 Replacing bulbs page 11 62 4 Wiper switch page 3 22 5 Roof rails page 8 18 6 Door locks page 2 3 7 Tire pressure page 11 42 8 Flat tires page 9 5 9 Tire chains page 8 14...

Page 17: ...ZA NA A1850BE A ENGLISH 15 CONTINUED 1 Rear window defogger switch page 3 25 2 Fuel filler lid and cap page 7 4 3 Child safety locks page 2 21 4 Towing eye page 9 18 5 Trunk page 2 25 6 Rear gate page...

Page 18: ...A1850BE A ENGLISH 16 J Interior B Passenger compartment area 1 Lower anchorage for child restraint system page 1 36 2 Seatbelt page 1 12 3 Parking brake lever page 7 26 4 Front seat page 1 2 5 Rear se...

Page 19: ...IMPREZA NA A1850BE A ENGLISH 17 CONTINUED 1 Cup holder page 6 7 2 Center console page 6 6 3 Glove compartment page 6 5 4 Cigarette lighter page 6 9 5 Ashtray page 6 12...

Page 20: ...3 21 5 Hazard warning flasher switch page 3 6 6 Audio page 5 1 7 Gear shift lever MT page 7 11 Selector lever AT page 7 14 8 Outside mirror switch page 3 29 9 Climate control page 4 1 10 Cruise contro...

Page 21: ...1 3 Mist page 3 22 4 Windshield washer page 3 22 5 Rear window wiper and washer switch page 3 24 6 Wiper control lever page 3 22 7 Illumination brightness control page 3 19 8 Light control lever page...

Page 22: ...Fuel gauge page 3 8 2 Temperature gauge page 3 9 3 Speedometer page 3 6 4 Tachometer page 3 7 5 Trip meter A B selection and trip meter reset knob page 3 6 6 Odometer and trip meter page 3 6 7 Outside...

Page 23: ...indicator lamp 3 11 Charge warning light 3 12 Oil pressure warning light 3 12 AT OIL temperature warn ing light if equipped 3 13 or ABS warning light 3 13 or Brake system warning light 3 14 Door open...

Page 24: ...IMPREZA NA A1850BE A ENGLISH 22 J Tire changing tools 1 Jack page 9 24 2 Jack handle page 9 24 3 Spare tire page 9 24...

Page 25: ...IMPREZA NA A1850BE A ENGLISH 14 14 1 Index...

Page 26: ...light 3 13 Audio set 5 3 Auto dimming mirror compass 3 27 Automatic Emergency Locking Retractor A ELR 1 14 Automatic transmission 7 14 Capacities 12 4 Fluid 11 27 Selector lever 7 15 Shift lock relea...

Page 27: ...1 35 Gear oil level 11 25 11 29 11 31 Child restraint systems 1 31 Installation with seatbelt 1 34 Lower and tether anchorages 1 36 Child safety 7 Locks 2 21 Chime Key 3 4 Seatbelt 3 10 Cigarette ligh...

Page 28: ...11 5 Oil 11 10 Overheating 9 17 Starting 7 9 Stopping 7 11 Exterior care 10 2 F Flat tires 9 5 Floor mat 6 13 Fluid level Automatic transmission 11 27 Brake 11 34 Clutch 11 35 Power steering 11 32 Fog...

Page 29: ...itch 3 2 Illuminated entry 2 8 Illumination brightness control 3 19 Inside mirror 3 27 Indicator light High beam 3 15 Shift position 3 15 Turn signal 3 15 Internal trunk lid release handle 2 27 J Jack...

Page 30: ...e mirrors 3 29 Overheating engine 9 17 P Parking Brake 7 26 Brake stroke 11 40 Light switch 3 20 Tips 7 26 Power Door locking switches 2 5 Steering 7 21 Steering fluid 11 32 Windows 2 22 R Rear Combin...

Page 31: ...t 11 20 Battery remote keyless entry system 2 8 Rocking the vehicle 8 15 Roof rail and crossbar 8 18 S Seatbelt 6 Maintenance 1 27 Pretensioners 1 27 Safety tips 1 12 Warning light and chime 1 15 3 10...

Page 32: ...Rotation 11 46 Tires 12 5 Types 11 41 Tires and wheels 11 41 Top tether anchorages 1 36 Towing 9 18 Flat bed truck 9 21 All wheels on the ground 9 22 Trailer Hitch 8 23 Hitches 8 32 Towing 8 27 Towing...

Page 33: ...3 15 Oil pressure 3 12 Seatbelt 3 10 SRS airbag system 3 11 Warranties and maintenance 8 27 Washing 10 2 Waxing and polishing 10 3 Wear indicators 11 45 Wheel Alignment 12 5 Balance 11 45 Covers 11 49...

Page 34: ...IMPREZA NA A1830BE A ENGLISH...

Page 35: ...ended that you use premium grade unleaded gasoline Fuel octane rating This octane rating is the average of the Re search Octane and Motor Octane numbers and is commonly referred to as the Anti Knock I...

Page 36: ...ng the seatbelt 1 15 Seatbelt maintenance 1 27 Front seatbelt pretensioners 1 27 System monitors 1 29 System servicing 1 29 Precautions against vehicle modification 1 30 Child restraint systems 1 31 I...

Page 37: ...is running If the front seat backs are not used in the upright position in a collision the risk of sliding under the lap belt and of the lap belt sliding up over the abdo men will increase and both c...

Page 38: ...D SEAT IN THE FRONT SEAT DOING SO RISKS SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD BY PLACING THE CHILD S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG According to accident statistics children are safer when properly r...

Page 39: ...en operating the reclining lever to return the seat back hold it lightly so that it may be raised back gradually WARNING To prevent the passenger from sliding under the seatbelt in the event of a coll...

Page 40: ...he seat rises The height of the seat can be adjusted by moving the seat cushion adjustment lever up and down J Head restraint adjustment To raise the head restraint pull it up To lower it push the hea...

Page 41: ...e risk of serious neck injury in the event that the vehicle is struck from the rear Seat heater if equipped The seat heater operates when the ignition switch is either in the ACC or ON position To tur...

Page 42: ...le with deli cate skin may suffer slight burns even at low temperatures if he she uses the seat heater for a long period of time When using the heater always be sure to warn the persons concerned D Do...

Page 43: ...r materi als between occupants and seatbacks or seat cushions If you do so the risk of sliding under the lap belt and of the lap belt sliding up over the abdomen will increase and both can result in s...

Page 44: ...vehicle is in motion B Loading long objects Folding down the armrest and opening the seatback panel affords a loading space for long objects To open the seatback panel pull the release tab WARNING D...

Page 45: ...peration of the car possibly causing an acci dent and serious injury J Headrest adjustment Wagon To raise the headrest pull it up To lower it push the head rest down while depressing the release butto...

Page 46: ...l it up To lower it push the headrest down while pressing the release button on the top of the seatback When the rear center seating position is occupied place the headrest in its highest position Whe...

Page 47: ...a sudden stop Seatbelts J Seatbelt safety tips WARNING D All persons in the vehicle should fasten their seatbelts BEFORE the vehicle starts to move Otherwise the possibility of serious in jury becomes...

Page 48: ...e front seating positions For instructions and precautions concerning the child restraint system see the Child restraint systems section in this chap ter B Infants or small children Use a child restra...

Page 49: ...Emergency Locking Retractor normally functions as an Emergency Locking Retractor ELR The A ELR has an additional locking mode Automatic Locking Retractor ALR mode intended to secure a child restraint...

Page 50: ...f injury D Keep the lap belt as low as possible on your hips In a collision this spreads the force of the lap belt over stronger hip bones instead of across the weaker abdomen D Seatbelts provide maxi...

Page 51: ...seat position Driver s seat Adjust the seatback to the upright position Move the seatback as far from the steering wheel as practical while still maintaining full vehicle control Front passenger s se...

Page 52: ...seatbelt and SRS airbags 1 17 CONTINUED 4 Insert the tongue plate into the buckle until you hear a click 5 To make the lap part tight pull up on the shoul der belt 6 Place the lap belt as low as possi...

Page 53: ...or to make sure that it is locked in place Always adjust the anchor height so that the shoulder belt passes over the middle of the shoulder without touching the neck WARNING When wearing the seatbelts...

Page 54: ...elt out slowly Do not let it get twisted If the belt stops be fore reaching the buckle return the belt slightly and pull it out more slowly If the belt still cannot be unlocked let the belt retract sl...

Page 55: ...wn Pull down on the anchor to make sure that it is locked in place Always adjust the anchor height so that the shoulder belt passes over the middle of the shoulder without touching the neck WARNING Wh...

Page 56: ...gon 1 Center seatbelt tongue plate 2 Connector tongue 3 Connector buckle 4 Center seatbelt buckle WARNING Fastening the seatbelt with the webbing twisted can increase the risk or severity of injury in...

Page 57: ...only as a shoulder belt with the connector s tongue plate not fastened to the connector s buckle on the right hand side it cannot prop erly restrain the wearer in position in an acci dent possibly re...

Page 58: ...f the belt in so that the whole belt fits inside 3 After confirming that the webbing is not twisted insert the connector tongue attached at the web bing end into the buckle on the right hand side unti...

Page 59: ...1 24 4 Insert the center seatbelt tongue plate in the cen ter seatbelt buckle marked CENTER on the left hand side until it clicks 5 To make the lap part tight pull up on the shoul der belt 6 Place the...

Page 60: ...ening the seatbelt Push the release button of the center seatbelt buckle on the left hand side to unfasten the seat belt NOTE When the seatback is folded down for greater luggage space it is necessary...

Page 61: ...webbing end and guide it back into the re tractor while it is rolling up Insert the tongue plate into the belt holder CAUTION D Do not allow the retractor to roll up the seat belt too quickly Otherwis...

Page 62: ...arly battery acid D Never attempt to make modifications or changes that will prevent the seatbelt from op erating properly Front seatbelt pretensioners The driver s and front passenger s seatbelts hav...

Page 63: ...nt seatbelt does not retract or can not be pulled out due to a malfunction or activa tion of the pretensioner contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible D If the front seatbelt retractor assembly...

Page 64: ...Airbag control module including impact sensors D Seatbelt pretensioner driver s side D Seatbelt pretensioner Passenger s side D All related wiring In the event of a malfunction indicated by any of fo...

Page 65: ...service or repair in those areas or near the front seat belt retractors we recommend that you have an authorized SUBARU dealer perform the work NOTE If the front part of the vehicle is damaged in an...

Page 66: ...accident if their child restraints are not properly secured in the ve hicle When installing the child restraint system carefully follow the manufacturer s instructions According to accident statistic...

Page 67: ...and under in the rear seat properly restrained at all times The SRS airbag deploys with considerable speed and force and can injure or even kill children es pecially if they are 12 years of age and u...

Page 68: ...TO THE SRS AIR BAG WARNING D Child restraint systems and seatbelts can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather they could burn a small child Check the child restraint system b...

Page 69: ...the lap belt 5 Pull out the seatbelt fully from the retractor to change the retractor over from the Emergency Lock ing Retractor ELR to the Automatic Locking Re tractor ALR function Then allow the bel...

Page 70: ...de If you have any question concerning this type of child restraint system ask your SUBARU dealer NOTE When the child restraint system is no longer in use remove it and restore the ELR function of the...

Page 71: ...elts Such child restraint systems are se cured to the designated anchorages provided on the vehicle body Your vehicle is equipped with four lower anchorages bars and three upper anchorages tether anch...

Page 72: ...NTINUED The tether anchorages upper anchorages are pro vided for all the seating positions middle and both window side ones of the rear seat You will find marks at the bottom of the rear seat seatback...

Page 73: ...system proper to the lower anchor ages firmly tighten the straps after connecting the connectors 3 Connect the top tether hook to the tether anchor age and firmly tighten the tether For information o...

Page 74: ...anchorages B Anchorage location 1 For left seat 2 For center seat 3 For right seat Sedan Three anchorages are installed on the rear shelf 1 For left seat 2 For center seat 3 For right seat Wagon Ther...

Page 75: ...restraint sys tem to the appropriate upper anchorage Tighten the top tether securely n Wagon 1 Remove the rear seat headrest at the seating position where the child restraint system has been installed...

Page 76: ...de F Front of vehicle 1 Top tether hook 2 Upper anchorage 2 Fasten the top tether hook of the child restraint system to the appropriate upper anchorage 3 Tighten the top tether securely CAUTION Always...

Page 77: ...ain maximum protection in the event of an accident the driver and all passengers in the vehicle should always wear seatbelts when the vehicle is moving The SRS airbag is designed only as a supplement...

Page 78: ...wheel as practical while still maintaining full vehicle control and the front passenger should move the seat as far back as possible and sit upright and well back in the seat D Do not place any objec...

Page 79: ...SEAT IN THE FRONT SEAT DOING SO RISKS SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD BY PLACING THE CHILD S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG D Never allow a child to stand up or to kneel on the front passenger...

Page 80: ...r s side 4 Front sub sensor left hand side 5 Front sub sensor right hand side 6 Side airbag module driver s side if equipped 7 Side airbag module passenger s side if equipped 8 Side airbag sensor driv...

Page 81: ...of the dashboard under an SRS AIRBAG mark In a moderate to severe frontal collision the driver s and front passenger s SRS frontal airbags deploy and supplement the seatbelts by reducing the im pact...

Page 82: ...ow a child to stand up or to kneel on the front passenger s seat The SRS airbag deploys with considerable force and can in jure or even kill the child WARNING Never hold a child on your lap or in your...

Page 83: ...hile still maintaining full vehicle control and the front passenger should move the seat as far back as possible and sit upright and well back in the seat It is also important to wear your seatbelt to...

Page 84: ...SRS airbags 1 49 CONTINUED WARNING Do not attach accessories to the windshield or fit an extra wide mirror over the rear view mirror If the SRS airbag deploys those ob jects could become projectiles...

Page 85: ...seatbelt and SRS airbags 1 50 B Operation A Driver s side B Passenger s side 1 SRS AIRBAGs deploy as soon as a collision occurs 2 After deployment SRS AIRBAGs start to deflate immediately so that the...

Page 86: ...occur the SRS airbag will deflate quickly not ob scuring vision and will not interfere with the driver s ability to maintain control of the vehicle When the SRS airbag deploys a sudden fairly loud inf...

Page 87: ...ll at a vehicle speed of 12 to 19 mph 20 to 30 km h or higher activates the SRS frontal airbag The SRS frontal airbag will also be activated when the vehicle is exposed to a frontal impact similar in...

Page 88: ...ep ditch is severely bumped or knocked hard against an obstacle on the road such as a curb n When is the SRS frontal airbag unlikely to deploy There are many types of collisions which might not necess...

Page 89: ...set frontal impact the SRS frontal airbag may not deploy depending on the level of accident forces involved n When will the SRS frontal airbag not deploy The SRS frontal airbag is basically not design...

Page 90: ...pped The SRS side airbag is stored in the door side of each front seatback which bears an SRS AIRBAG label In a moderate to severe side impact collision the SRS side airbag on the impacted side of the...

Page 91: ...he door and it provides protection by deploying rapid ly faster than the blink of an eye in the event of a side impact collision However the force of SRS side airbag deployment may cause in juries if...

Page 92: ...e front seatback In the event of an accident the force of the SRS side airbag deployment could injure the child seriously because his her head or arms or other body parts are too close to the SRS side...

Page 93: ...SRS side airbag deployment they could be propelled dangerously toward the vehicle s occupants and cause injuries WARNING Do not put any kind of cover or clothes or oth er objects over either front sea...

Page 94: ...er pillars If either sensor detects a certain predetermined amount of force during a side impact collision the control module sends a signal to the side airbag module on the impacted side of the vehic...

Page 95: ...on It is basically not designed to deploy in lesser side impact Also it is basically not designed to deploy in frontal or rear impacts be cause SRS side airbag deployment would not help the occupant i...

Page 96: ...The vehicle is involved in an oblique side on impact 2 The vehicle is involved in a side on impact in an area outside the vicin ity of the passenger compartment 3 The vehicle strikes a telephone pole...

Page 97: ...e 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 n When will the SRS side airbag not...

Page 98: ...immediately followed by another from the same direction once the SRS side airbag is activated on the first impact it will not be activated on the second J SRS airbag system monitors A diagnostic syst...

Page 99: ...D No illumination of the warning light when the igni tion switch is first turned to the ON position D Continuous illumination of the warning light D Illumination of the warning light while driving J...

Page 100: ...SRS airbag system are re placed use only genuine SUBARU parts To ensure their long term reliability the SRS airbags must be inspected by a SUBARU dealer ten years after the date of manufacture which i...

Page 101: ...l electrical electronic equipment such as a mobile two way radio on or near the SRS airbag system components and or wiring is not advisable This could in terfere with proper operation of the SRS air b...

Page 102: ...2 8 Selecting audible signal operation 2 8 Replacing the battery 2 8 Replacing lost transmitters 2 10 Security system if equipped 2 14 System operation 2 14 Arming the system 2 15 Disarming the system...

Page 103: ...Doors D Trunk sedan or Rear gate wagon D Glove box The valet key fits only the ignition switch and driver s door lock You can keep the trunk and glove box locked when you leave your vehicle and valet...

Page 104: ...n unlocked door 1 Rotate the lock lever rearward 2 Close the door To lock the door from the outside without the key rotate the lock lever rearward and then close the door To lock the door from the out...

Page 105: ...er appears when the door is unlocked Pull the inside door handle to open an unlocked door Always make sure that all doors and the rear gate wagon are closed before starting to drive WARNING Keep all d...

Page 106: ...g switches located at the driver s side and the front passenger s side doors To lock the doors push the front side of the switch To unlock the doors push the rear side of the switch When you close the...

Page 107: ...nterference received including interference that may cause undesired opera tion Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for com pliance could void the user s authority...

Page 108: ...not properly closed When you close the door it will automatically lock NOTE If the LOCK ALARM button is pressed for two seconds or longer the panic alarm will sound When locking the doors in normal c...

Page 109: ...he remote is pressed the alarm will be deactivated after approximately 30 seconds J Selecting audible signal operation Using the horn the system will give you an audible signal when the doors lock and...

Page 110: ...de facing up 4 Replace with a new battery Type CR2032 or equivalent making sure to install the new battery with the positive side facing up 5 Install the back half of the transmitter case 6 Reinstall...

Page 111: ...all of your transmitters for security reasons It is recommended that you have your dealer program all of your transmitters into your system B Programming the transmitters The keyless entry system is e...

Page 112: ...K 4 Place the ignition key into the ignition switch and cycle the switch from LOCK to ON ten times within 15 seconds Be sure to stop at the LOCK position The horn will sound once to indicate that you...

Page 113: ...o the system The horn will sound two times to indicate that the transmitter has been programmed Any additional transmitters can also be programmed at this time Repeat steps 1 through 3 for an addi tio...

Page 114: ...transmitter codes program four trans mitter codes into the system If you have only one current transmitter program it four times If you have two current transmitters program each one twice If you hav...

Page 115: ...with again The alarm will continue for six times if any sensor continues to be activated The alarm is triggered by D Opening a door the rear gate or trunk lid vehicle equipped with trunk light only D...

Page 116: ...system Security system indicator light 6 Briefly press the LOCK ARM button for less than two seconds All doors and the rear gate on the wagon will lock the horn will sound one time the parking lights...

Page 117: ...slowly approximately once every two seconds to inform you that the system has armed NOTE The system can be armed even if the engine hood and or the windows are opened Always make sure that they are fu...

Page 118: ...ity sys tem does not operate In valet mode the remote transmitter is used only for locking and unlocking the doors and rear gate on the wagon and panic activation The parking lights do not flash when...

Page 119: ...ng the front portion of the cover with a screwdriver 3 Remove the side sill cover by pulling it up 1 Connector for SRS airbag system yellow 2 White 1P 2 Connect the white 1 pole connector 3 Turn the i...

Page 120: ...yellow insulation and or tape Doing so could result in accidental inflation of the SRS airbag or could make the SRS airbag system inoperative which may result in seri ous injury B Arming the system 1...

Page 121: ...but WILL NOT automatically lock the doors In order to lock the doors you must either lock them as indicated in step 4 above or with the key once they have been closed Failure to lock the doors manual...

Page 122: ...imes The ignition switch has been turned on or the battery has been disconnected NOTE The battery must be reconnected before the indi cator light will flash To exit this mode close the door and turn t...

Page 123: ...the power windows be ex tremely careful to prevent anyone s fingers arms or head from being caught in the win dow D Always lock the passengers windows using the lock switch when children are riding in...

Page 124: ...wer window switch cluster at the driver side door n Operating the driver s window 1 Open 2 Automatically open 3 Close To open Push the switch down lightly and hold it The win dow will open as long as...

Page 125: ...the switch up and hold it until it reaches the desired position n Locking the passengers windows 1 Lock 2 Unlock To lock the passengers windows push the lock switch When the lock switch is in the LOC...

Page 126: ...ng the vehicle always keep the trunk lid closed while driving D Help prevent young children from locking themselves in the trunk When leaving the ve hicle either close all windows and lock all doors o...

Page 127: ...ose the trunk lid from outside To open the trunk lid from outside insert the key and turn it clockwise To close the trunk lid lightly press the trunk lid down until the latch engages J To open the tru...

Page 128: ...n be opened only with the key J Internal trunk lid release handle The internal trunk lid release handle is a device de signed to open the trunk lid from inside the trunk In the event children or adult...

Page 129: ...ot use the handle as a hook to fasten straps or ropes to secure your cargo in the trunk Such use may result in damage of the handle D Load the trunk so that cargo can not strike the release handle If...

Page 130: ...the direction of the arrow to check if the latch is released If the latch is not released contact your SUBARU dealer In that case use the key to release the latch then close the trunk lid Also if the...

Page 131: ...r to the Power door locking switches section in this chap ter To open the rear gate first unlock the rear gate lock then pull the outside handle up To close the rear gate lower it slowly and push down...

Page 132: ...ight for AT vehicles 3 13 ABS warning light 3 13 Brake system warning light 3 14 Door open warning lights 3 14 Front wheel drive warning light for AT vehicles if equipped 3 15 Shift position indicator...

Page 133: ...itions LOCK ACC ON and START J LOCK The key can only be inserted or removed in this position The ignition switch will lock the steering wheel when you remove the key If turning the key is difficult tu...

Page 134: ...nual transmission vehicles The key can be turned from ACC to LOCK only when the key is pushed in while turning it WARNING Never turn the ignition switch to LOCK while the vehicle is being driven or to...

Page 135: ...o matically returns to the ON position CAUTION Do not turn the ignition switch to the START position while the engine is running J Key reminder chime The reminder chime sounds when the driver s door o...

Page 136: ...nts and controls 3 5 CONTINUED F Vehicle front 1 Release lever 3 Turn the ignition key while pressing the key inter lock release lever Take your vehicle to the nearest SUBARU dealer im mediately to ha...

Page 137: ...in any position To turn on the hazard warning flasher push the haz ard warning button on the instrument panel To turn off the flasher push the button again NOTE When the hazard warning flasher is on t...

Page 138: ...ushing the knob and keep the knob pushed for more than 2 seconds CAUTION To ensure safety do not attempt to change the function of the indicator during driving as an accident could result NOTE If the...

Page 139: ...h is in the ACC or LOCK position The gauge may move slightly during braking turn ing or acceleration due to fuel level movement in the tank NOTE You will see the FUEL DOOR p sign near the fuel gauge T...

Page 140: ...the middle of the range Engine operation is optimum with the engine coolant at this temperature range and high revving operation when the engine is not warmed up enough should be avoided CAUTION If t...

Page 141: ...arning light SRS airbag system warning light CHECK ENGINE warning light Malfunction indica tor lamp Charge warning light Oil pressure warning light AT OIL temperature warning light AT vehicles ABS war...

Page 142: ...ystem or SRS side airbag system if equipped or seatbelt pretensioner sys tem is not working properly Contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately J CHECK ENGINE warning light Malfunction indicator l...

Page 143: ...nt of cargo if possible D Stop towing a trailer as soon as possible The CHECK ENGINE warning light may stop blink ing and come on steadily after several driving trips You should have your vehicle chec...

Page 144: ...ly J ABS warning light The ABS warning light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and goes out after about two seconds This is an indication that the ABS system is working pr...

Page 145: ...inspected by a SUBARU dealer immediately D If at all in doubt about whether the brakes are operating properly do not drive the ve hicle Have your vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair...

Page 146: ...turn signal or lane change signal If the indicator lights do not blink or blink rapidly the turn signal bulb may be burned out Replace the bulb as soon as possible Refer to the Replacing bulbs sectio...

Page 147: ...the ignition switch is in the ON position In any other position the vehicle s lights will be out If you park your vehicle on a roadside at night use the hazard warning flasher to alert the other drive...

Page 148: ...the instrument panel is also on To switch back to low beam pull the lever back to the detent position J Headlight flasher To flash the headlights pull the lever toward you and then release it The high...

Page 149: ...ther than the P position WARNING The tail lights parking lights and side marker lights are not turned on by the daytime run ning light system The light switch must al ways be turned to the a position...

Page 150: ...irection of the turn or lane change The lever will return automatically to the neutral position when you release it Illumination brightness control When the lighting switch is in the p or a position y...

Page 151: ...License plate lights To turn off push the rear end of the parking light switch Avoid leaving these lights on for a long time be cause that will run down the battery Fog light switch if equipped 1 Indi...

Page 152: ...g on the wipers Attempting to operate the wiper with the blades frozen to the window glass could cause not only the wiper blades to be dam aged but also the wiper motor to burn out If the wiper blade...

Page 153: ...and streaking on the glass If you cannot remove those streaks after operating the washer or if the wiper operation is jerky clean the outer surface of the windshield or rear window and the wiper blad...

Page 154: ...r switch is in the position turn the dial to adjust the operating interval of the wiper The operating interval can be adjusted continuously from the shortest interval to the longest Two click stop pos...

Page 155: ...u push the button J Rear window wiper and washer switch Wagon 1 Rear wiper 2 Washer B Rear wiper The rear wiper offers intermittent operation only To turn the rear wiper on turn the knob on the end of...

Page 156: ...until you release the knob Rear window defogger switch The rear window defogger operates only when the ignition switch is in the ON position The rear window defogger switch is located on the climate c...

Page 157: ...NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with the outside mir ror defogger the outside mirror defogger oper ates while the rear window defogger is operating CAUTION D Do not use sharp instruments or window c...

Page 158: ...tion The night position reduces glare from headlights B Auto dimming mirror compass if equipped 1 Left button 2 Auto dimming indicator 3 Photosensor 4 Right button The inside electronic compass mirror...

Page 159: ...items Periodi cally wipe the sensors clean using a piece of dry soft cotton cloth or an applicator n Compass calibration 1 For optimum calibration switch off all nonessen tial electrical accessories r...

Page 160: ...3 seconds then release and the word ZONE will briefly ap pear and then the zone number will be displayed 3 Press the right hand button repeatedly to cycle the display through all possible zone settin...

Page 161: ...of the selection switch L for the left R for the right 2 Move the direction control switch in the direction you want to move the mirror 3 Return the selection switch to the neutral position to prevent...

Page 162: ...desired when you restart your vehicle you have to push the switch to turn it on again NOTE While the outside mirror defogger is operating the rear window defogger also operates CAUTION To prevent the...

Page 163: ...A ENGLISH Instruments and controls 3 32 WARNING Do not adjust the steering wheel tilt position while driving This may cause loss of vehicle control and result in personal injury Horn To sound the horn...

Page 164: ...1 Cleaning ventilation grille 4 11 Efficient cooling after parking in direct sunlight 4 11 Lubrication oil circulation in the refrigerant circuit 4 11 Checking air conditioning system before summer se...

Page 165: ...IMPREZA NA A1850BE A ENGLISH Climate control 4 2 Ventilator J Air flow selection...

Page 166: ...er ventilators Move the tab up and down or right and left to adjust the flow direction B Side ventilators 1 Open 2 Close Move the knob in any direction you prefer to adjust the flow direction To open...

Page 167: ...only when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position The fan speed control dial is used to select four fan speeds B Air flow control dial This dial has the following five positions Air flows thr...

Page 168: ...wind shield quickly However the indicator on the air conditioner but ton will not come on Also you cannot stop the air conditioner com pressor by pressing the air conditioner button B Air conditioner...

Page 169: ...ition 2 Set the air flow control dial to the position 3 Turn the temperature control dial all the way to the right 4 Set the fan speed control dial to the highest speed If your vehicle is equipped wit...

Page 170: ...s equipped with an air conditioner when the or position is selected the air conditioner compressor automatically operates regardless of the position of the air conditioner but ton to defog the windshi...

Page 171: ...t tem peratures from the instrument panel and foot outlets The air from the foot outlets is slightly warmer than from the instrument panel outlets 1 Set the air inlet selection lever to the position 2...

Page 172: ...usty road set the air inlet con trol lever to the ON position WARNING Continued operation in the position may fog up the windows Switch to the position as soon as the outside dusty condition clears J...

Page 173: ...ndows 1 Set the air inlet selection lever to the position 2 Set the air flow control dial to the posi tion 3 Set the temperature control dial to the red side 4 Set the fan speed control dial at the hi...

Page 174: ...parking in direct sunlight drive with the win dows open for a few minutes to allow outside air to circulate into the heated interior This results in quicker cooling by the air conditioner Keep the win...

Page 175: ...ngine is heavily loaded To improve acceleration and gas mileage the air conditioner compressor is designed to temporarily shut off during air conditioner operation whenever the accelerator is fully de...

Page 176: ...followed to maintain the filter s dust collection ability Under extremely dusty conditions the filter should be replaced more frequently It is recommended that you have your fil ter checked or replace...

Page 177: ...4 Type A audio set if equipped 5 5 Radio operation 5 5 Compact disc player operation 5 10 CD changer control If optional in dash CD changer is connected 5 12 Type B audio set if equipped 5 16 Radio op...

Page 178: ...ion strength and transmitter distance Buildings or other obstructions may cause momen tary static flutter or station interference If reception continues to be unsatisfactory switch to a stronger stati...

Page 179: ...cated in this section for operating details J Type A audio set D Radio operation refer to page 5 5 D Compact disc player operation refer to page 5 10 D CD changer control refer to page 5 12 J Type B a...

Page 180: ...IMPREZA NA A1850BE A ENGLISH Audio 5 4 J In dash 6 CD auto changer 1 Optional audio unit if equipped D Inserting and removing a disc or all discs refer to page 5 31...

Page 181: ...e radio will operate only when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position J Radio operation 1 SCAN button 2 Power switch Volume control Bass Middle Treble control and Fader Balance control dial...

Page 182: ...volume control This knob become a control for Treble Bass Fader or Balance when you select the appropriate audio mode Choose desired volume level for each mode by turn ing the VOLUME control knob The...

Page 183: ...treble For more treble BAL Balance con trol To increase left speaker volume and decrease right speaker volume To increase right speaker volume and decrease left speaker volume FAD Fader control To in...

Page 184: ...io to the SCAN mode In this mode the radio scans through the radio band until a station is found The radio will stop at the station for five seconds while displaying the frequency after which scanning...

Page 185: ...sh once on the display at this time If the button is pressed for less than 2 seconds the preceding selection will remain in memory NOTE If the connection between the radio and battery is broken for an...

Page 186: ...IMPREZA NA A1850BE A ENGLISH Audio 5 10 J Compact disc player operation 7 Eject button 8 Disc slot 9 DISC button 10 Repeat Random button 11 Track selection buttons...

Page 187: ...shes playback will auto matically return to track 1 the first song on the disc B To select a song from its beginning n Forward direction Briefly press the button 11 to skip to the begin ning of the ne...

Page 188: ...M indicator goes out and normal playback mode is restored B To eject a disc from the player When a disc is being played back or when a disc is in the player press the eject button 7 The disc will be e...

Page 189: ...IMPREZA NA A1850BE A ENGLISH Audio 5 13 CONTINUED 12 Track selection buttons 13 DISC button 14 Repeat Randam button 15 Disc selection button...

Page 190: ...to listen to the 5th disc in the CD changer press the 5 button of the disc select but tons All other discs in the CD changer can also be selected in a similar way NOTE D No disc change takes place if...

Page 191: ...lay a certain track repeatedly During playback press the RPT RDM button 14 and re lease it in less than 2 seconds The RPT indicator will come on and the song will be played continu ously To cancel the...

Page 192: ...only when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position J Radio operation 1 FM button 2 AM button 3 SCAN button 4 Tuning knob 5 Preset buttons 6 Fader Balance selection button 7 Power switch Volum...

Page 193: ...for both power ON OFF and volume control The radio is turned ON and OFF by pushing the dial and the volume is controlled by turning the dial This dial is used for bass treble controls when the BAS TRE...

Page 194: ...eble For more treble BAL Balance control To increase left speaker volume and decrease right speaker volume To increase right speaker volume and decrease left speaker volume FAD Fader control To increa...

Page 195: ...l The volume control dial 7 normally function as vol ume control The dial become the controls for Fader or Balance when you select the appropriate fader and balance control mode Choose desired setting...

Page 196: ...B Automatic tuning SCAN Press the SCAN button 3 to change the radio to the SCAN mode In this mode the radio scans through the radio band until a station is found The radio will stop at the station fo...

Page 197: ...set buttons 5 for at least 1 5 seconds to store the frequency The frequency of the station will flash once on the display at this time If the button is pressed for less than 1 5 se conds the preceding...

Page 198: ...udio 5 22 J Cassette player operation 9 Cassette slot 10 Eject button 11 Repeat button 12 TAPE cassette player selection button 13 TPS button 14 Dolby B NR button 15 Fast forward button 16 Program swi...

Page 199: ...p side of the cassette is be ing played back A indicates that the bottom side of the cassette is being played back B Program switching button PROG When the program switching button PROG 16 is pressed...

Page 200: ...recording level is low D When there are long pauses in the middle of a selection D When the tape contains verbal material such as conversations D When the blanks between selections are shorter than fi...

Page 201: ...ght up and high frequency noise on the tape will be reduced for clearer sound reproduction Noise reduction system manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the...

Page 202: ...SH Audio 5 26 J Built in CD changer operation 18 LOAD button 19 SCAN button 20 Disc slot 21 CD button 22 Eject button 23 Random button 24 Fast forward Fast reverse and track UP DOWN knob 25 Repeat but...

Page 203: ...n the player will be gin to play back the first number of the last disc you have inserted D The disc indicator steadily lights up if a disc is al ready inserted in the corresponding position of the ma...

Page 204: ...tep 2 4 When the magazine is filled with discs by repeat ing Steps 2 and 3 the player will start playback of the discs beginning with the one inserted first If you fail to insert any disc during each...

Page 205: ...le a song is playing to play the song repeatedly The RPT indicator will come on and the song will be played continuously To cancel the repeat mode press the button again Then the RPT indicator goes ou...

Page 206: ...all discs from the player All disc ejection mode 1 If you continue to press the EJECT button 22 the player will produce beep sound and will enter the all disc ejection mode 2 Remove the disc that has...

Page 207: ...GLISH Audio 5 31 CONTINUED In dash 6 CD auto changer 1 if equipped J Loading and unloading compact discs 1 Disc slot 2 Disc indicators disc No 1 to 6 3 Disc select buttons disc No 1 to 6 4 Eject butto...

Page 208: ...icator lights are located directly above the corresponding Disc select buttons 2 The indicator will begin blinking The blinking will last for 15 seconds During this period insert a desired disc and th...

Page 209: ...and the first disc will be ejected 2 When the disc is removed the next one will be ejected and so on B To replace a playing disc with another Simply press the desired one of Disc select but tons 3 num...

Page 210: ...a disc from the case press the center of the case and hold both edges of the disc If the disc surface is touched directly contamination could cause poor tone quality Do not touch the disc surface D U...

Page 211: ...IMPREZA NA A1850BE A ENGLISH Audio 5 35 CONTINUED...

Page 212: ...instrument panel 6 7 In center console 6 7 Accessory power outlet 6 8 In the luggage compartment if equipped 6 8 Cigarette lighter socket 6 9 Use with a cigarette lighter 6 10 Using as an accessory po...

Page 213: ...the doors or the rear gate on wagon is opened The light remains on for several seconds and gradually goes out after all doors and the rear gate on the wagon are closed or if the key is inserted in th...

Page 214: ...turn on the spotlight push the switch To turn it off push the switch again When leaving the vehicle make sure the light is turned off to avoid battery discharge Sun visors To block out glare swing do...

Page 215: ...A A1850BE A ENGLISH Interior equipment 6 4 J Center visor To block out glare swing down the visor J Vanity mirror if equipped To use the vanity mirror swing down the sun visor and open the vanity mirr...

Page 216: ...sk of inju ry in the event of sudden stops or an accident D Do not store spray cans containers with flammable or corrosive liquids or any other dangerous items in the storage compartment J Glove box 1...

Page 217: ...IMPREZA NA A1850BE A ENGLISH Interior equipment 6 6 J Center console To open the lid push the release button J Coin tray To open the coin tray pull the upper edge of the lid...

Page 218: ...e The front passenger s cup holder is built in the cen ter console beside the parking brake lever CAUTION D When not in use always keep the holder stored while driving to reduce the risk of inju ry in...

Page 219: ...ages may also damage upholstery car pets or audio equipment Accessory power outlet J In the luggage compartment if equipped Electrical power 12V DC from the battery is on tap at the socket when the ig...

Page 220: ...ur electric appliance is either too loose or too tight for the accessory power outlet this can result in a poor contact or cause the plug to get stuck Only use plugs that fit properly D Use of an elec...

Page 221: ...at has been used even once to power a plug in accessory Do ing so may cause the plug to stick and over heat creating a potential fire hazard D Do not place any foreign objects especially metal ones su...

Page 222: ...loose or too tight for the socket this can result in a poor contact or cause the plug to get stuck Only use plugs that fit properly D Use of an electric appliance in the socket for a long period of t...

Page 223: ...pull the lid out Fully close the ashtray after using it to help reduce residual smoke To remove the ashtray for cleaning open it and pull it out while pushing the inner plate down CAUTION Do not use a...

Page 224: ...ler door release The floor mat is secured using the built in grommet by placing the grommet over the pin and pushing downward CAUTION Make sure the driver s floor mat is placed back in its proper loca...

Page 225: ...that weigh 2 2 lbs 1 kg or more Cargo area cover if equipped The cargo area cover is provided for covering the cargo area and to protect its contents from direct sunlight This cover is detachable to m...

Page 226: ...n the extended cover can break it and an object on the cover could tumble forward in the event of a sudden stop or collision This could cause serious injury J To remove the cover 1 Rewind the cover 2...

Page 227: ...Insert the projections located on the both ends of the sleeve into the recesses of the retainers Cargo tie down hooks if equipped The cargo area is equipped with four tie down hooks so that cargo can...

Page 228: ...he maximum load capacity is 44 lbs 20 kg per an hook Under floor storage compartment if equipped The storage compartment is located under the floor of the cargo area and can be used to store small ite...

Page 229: ...CAUTION D Always keep the lids closed while driving to reduce the risk of injury in the event of sud den stop or an accident D Do not store spray cans containers with flammable or corrosive liquids or...

Page 230: ...ing tips 7 13 Automatic transmission 7 14 Selector lever for automatic transmission 7 15 Shift lock release 7 19 Rear viscous limited slip differential LSD WRX 7 21 Power steering 7 21 Braking 7 22 Br...

Page 231: ...the Anti Knock Index AKI Using a gasoline with a lower octane rating can cause persistent and heavy knocking which can damage the engine Do not be concerned if your vehicle sometimes knocks lightly wh...

Page 232: ...grain alcohol may be used in your vehicle but should contain no more than 15 MTBE or 10 ethanol for the proper operation of your SUBARU In addition some gasoline suppliers are now pro ducing reformul...

Page 233: ...ted Warranty CAUTION Do not let fuel spill on the exterior surfaces of the vehicle Fuels containing alcohol may cause paint damage which is not covered un der the SUBARU Limited Warranty J Fuel filler...

Page 234: ...y stops Do not add any more fuel 4 Put the cap back on turn it clockwise until you hear a clicking noise Be certain not to catch the tether under the cap while tightening 5 Close the fuel filler lid c...

Page 235: ...order to meet their obligation under federal law to implement stricter vehicle emission standards to reduce air pollution from cars A dynamometer is a treadmill or roller like testing device that allo...

Page 236: ...s not covered under the SUBARU Lim ited Warranty and is the responsibility of the state inspection program or its contractors or licensees The EPA has issued regulations for inspecting the On Board Di...

Page 237: ...ted or failing vehicles should con tact their Subaru Dealer for service Preparing to drive You should perform the following checks and adjust ments every day before you start driving 1 Check that all...

Page 238: ...after the engine has started If the engine does not start within ten seconds wait a while and then turn the ignition switch to the START position again while depressing the accel erator pedal half wa...

Page 239: ...ion Do not attempt to place the selector lever of a moving vehicle into the P posi tion J Starting the engine during cold weather below 4 F 20 C If the engine is difficult to start using the normal me...

Page 240: ...ccidental activation of the LOCK position on the ignition switch caus ing the steering wheel to lock Manual transmission The manual transmission is a fully synchromeshed 5 forward and 1 reverse speed...

Page 241: ...when the vehicle is moving J Shifting speeds B Recommended shifting speeds The best compromise between fuel economy and vehicle performance during normal driving is en sured by shifting up at the spe...

Page 242: ...n engine damage In addition sudden application of engine brakes when the vehicle is travelling on a slip pery surface can lead to wheel locking as a consequence control of the vehicle may be lost and...

Page 243: ...utomatic transmission is electronically con trolled with 4 forward speeds and 1 reverse speed NOTE Immediately after a disconnected battery is re connected or ATF automatic transmission fluid is repla...

Page 244: ...o not race the engine for more than five seconds in any position except the N or P position when the brake is set or the tires are on blocks This may cause the automatic transmission fluid to overheat...

Page 245: ...g of the vehicle To shift the selector lever from the P to the any oth er position you have to depress the brake pedal ful ly when the ignition switch is in the ON position This prevents the vehicle f...

Page 246: ...t downshifting to a lower gear when ac celerating again This prevents repeated upshifting and downshifting resulting in a smoother operation of the vehicle NOTE The transmission may downshift to 2nd o...

Page 247: ...starting off from a standstill on slippery road surfaces such as mud or snow It will ensure greater traction B 1 First This position is for driving up or down very steep grades or driving through mud...

Page 248: ...ontrol of the vehicle may be lost and the risk of an accident increased B Driving tips D Always apply the foot or parking brake when the vehicle is stopped in the D 3 2 1 or R position D Always set th...

Page 249: ...ver into the hole 5 Push down on the screwdriver and move the se lector lever from the P to the N position 6 Remove the screwdriver from the hole Depress the brake pedal and start the engine Take your...

Page 250: ...rear tire is temporarily used as in an emergency it will adversely af fect the LSD Always replace it with a regular size tire as soon as possible Power steering The power steering system operates onl...

Page 251: ...raking B Braking when a tire is punctured Do not depress the brake pedal suddenly when a tire is punctured This could cause a loss of control of the vehicle Keep driving straight ahead while gradually...

Page 252: ...ock Brake System The ABS system prevents the lock up of wheels which may occur during sudden braking or braking on slippery road surfaces This helps prevent the loss of steering control and directiona...

Page 253: ...doing so may defeat the operation of the ABS system J ABS system self check You may feel a slight shock in the brake pedal and hear the operating sound of ABS from the engine compartment just after t...

Page 254: ...ion but it does not go out even when the vehicle speed exceeds approximately 8 mph 12 km h D The warning light comes on during driving If these occur have the ABS system repaired at the first availabl...

Page 255: ...arning light has gone out before the vehicle is driven Refer to the Warning and indicator lights section chap ter 3 CAUTION Never drive while the parking brake is set be cause this will cause unnecess...

Page 256: ...nt wheels should be turned into the curb WARNING D Never leave unattended children or pets in the vehicle They could accidentally injure themselves or others through inadvertent op eration of the vehi...

Page 257: ...r obstructions on the ground when parking The underspoilers could be damaged by contact with them Cruise control if equipped Cruise control enables you to maintain a constant vehicle speed without hol...

Page 258: ...hes the desired speed 3 Push the control lever downward in the SET COAST direction and release it Then release the accelerator pedal The vehicle will maintain the desired speed Vehicle speed can be te...

Page 259: ...e is completely stopped J To change the cruising speed B To increase the speed by control lever Push the control lever upward in the ACCEL RE SUME direction and hold it until the vehicle reaches the d...

Page 260: ...hicle speed at that moment will be mem orized and treated as the new set speed When the difference between the actual vehicle speed and the set speed is less than 4 mph 6 8 km h the set speed can be l...

Page 261: ...10 Operation during cold weather 8 10 Driving on snowy and icy roads 8 12 Corrosion protection 8 13 Snow tires 8 13 Tire chains 8 14 Rocking the vehicle 8 15 Loading your vehicle 8 15 Vehicle capacity...

Page 262: ...ed engine newly mounted engine or when brake pads or brake linings are replaced with new ones Fuel economy hints The following suggestions will help to save your fuel D Select the proper gear position...

Page 263: ...unavoidable then use the ventilation fan to force fresh air into the vehicle D Always keep the front ventilator inlet grille free from snow leaves or other obstructions to ensure that the ventilation...

Page 264: ...he exhaust system It serves as catalyst to reduce HC CO and NOx in exhaust gases thus providing cleaner ex haust To avoid damage to the catalytic converter D Use only unleaded fuel Even a small amount...

Page 265: ...ter and the exhaust system WARNING D Avoid fire hazards Do not drive or park the vehicle anywhere near flammable materials e g grass paper rags or leaves because the catalytic converter operates at ve...

Page 266: ...hicles All wheel drive distributes the engine power to all four wheels AWD vehicles provide better traction when driving on slippery wet or snow covered roads and when moving out of mud dirt and sand...

Page 267: ...learance between the body and tires It also may be danger ous and lead to loss of vehicle control D If you use a temporary spare tire to replace a flat tire be sure to use the original temporary spare...

Page 268: ...sult in damage not eligible for repair under warranty If you do take your SUBARU off road you should review the common sense precautions in the next section applicable to the OUTBACK SPORT for general...

Page 269: ...ke or the exhaust pipe or water splashing onto electrical parts may damage your vehicle and may cause it to stall Never attempt to drive through rushing water regardless of its depth it can wash away...

Page 270: ...AWD vehicle under hard driving conditions such as rough roads or off roads will necessitate more frequent replacement of engine oil brake fluid and transmission oil than that specified in the maintena...

Page 271: ...s accumulated un der the fenders to avoid making steering difficult During severe winter driving stop when and where it is safe to do so and check under the fenders peri odically B Parking in cold wea...

Page 272: ...cy roads To prevent skidding and slipping avoid sudden braking abrupt acceleration high speed driving and sharp turning when driving on snowy or icy roads Always maintain ample distance between your v...

Page 273: ...d the temperature control dial set for maximum warmth After the windshield gets warmed enough to melt the frozen snow on it wash it away using the windshield washer Snow stuck on the wiper arm prevent...

Page 274: ...ificantly less grip on snowy and icy road surfaces Therefore use of winter tires is strongly recommended when driving with such road conditions When you choose to install winter tires on your ve hicle...

Page 275: ...traction avoid spinning the wheels when trying to free the vehicle When the road surface is extremely slippery you can obtain better traction by starting the vehicle with the transmission in 2nd than...

Page 276: ...ever exceed the maximum load limit If you do some parts on your vehicle can break or it can change the way your vehicle handles This could result in loss of control and cause personal injury Also over...

Page 277: ...a trailer The tire information label also shows recommended tire inflation pressure under full loading and trailer towing conditions Adjust tire inflation pressures according to the loading conditions...

Page 278: ...are with in the GVWR and GAWR by putting your vehicle on a vehicle scale found at a commercial weighing sta tion Do not use replacement tires with a lower load range than the originals because they ma...

Page 279: ...rloading may cause damage to the vehicle and create a safety haz ard B Installing carrying attachments on the cross bars When installing any carrying attachment such as a bike carrier ski carrier kaya...

Page 280: ...ips 8 20 2 Rotate the lower clamp on the bottom of each end support downward approximately 90 3 Carefully raise the crossbar from roof rails n To install the crossbar Front crossbar Front crossbar has...

Page 281: ...n the top of the roof rails approximately 3 inches 76 mm rearward from the seam joint between the front roof rail support and the roof rail 4 Rotate raise the lower clamp up to the bottom of the roof...

Page 282: ...bar in the same manner as the front crossbar NOTE The rear crossbar should be positioned just in front of the rear seam joint between the rear roof rail support and the roof rail CAUTION Do not carry...

Page 283: ...ng WARNING D Never exceed the maximum weight specified for the trailer hitch Exceeding the maximum weight could cause an accident resulting in serious personal injuries Permissible trailer weight chan...

Page 284: ...e hitch only as a weight carrying hitch Do not use with any type of weight dis tributing hitch J Connecting a trailer 1 Remove the receiver cover from the hitch receiv er tube Then insert the ball mou...

Page 285: ...h ball 7 Connect the trailer and the hitch with safety chains that will hold the trailer s maximum gross weight The chains should cross under the trailer tongue to prevent the tongue from dropping ont...

Page 286: ...left turn signal stop and parking lights on the trailer NOTE Always disconnect the trailer wire harness be fore launching or retrieving a watercraft J When you do not tow a trailer D Remove the ball m...

Page 287: ...tions accompanying such equipment or for your fail ure to follow the proper instructions J Warranties and maintenance SUBARU warranties do not apply to vehicle damage or malfunction caused by trailer...

Page 288: ...ns Maximum total trailer weight MT models When towing a trailer with out brakes 1 000 lbs 453 kg When towing a trailer with brakes 2 000 lbs 906 kg AT models When towing a trailer with out brakes 1 00...

Page 289: ...W is the combined total of the weight of the vehicle driver passengers lug gage trailer hitch trailer tongue load and any other optional equipment installed on your vehicle There fore the GVW changes...

Page 290: ...djusted by relocating passengers and luggage inside the vehicle The front and rear GAWR are also shown on the certification label Certification label To check both GVWR and GAWR and to confirm that th...

Page 291: ...of the total trailer weight and does not exceed the maximum value of 200 lbs 90 kg 1 Jack 2 Bathroom scale The tongue load can be weighed with a bathroom scale as shown in the illustration below When...

Page 292: ...le than in the front the load is taken off the rear axle of the towing vehicle This may cause the rear wheels to skid espe cially during braking or when vehicle speed is reduced during cornering resul...

Page 293: ...gularly check that the hitch mounting bolts and nuts are tight B SEDAN SUBARU does not offer accessory trailer hitches Consult with a professional hitch supplier to assist you in choosing an appropria...

Page 294: ...trailer tongue to pre vent the trailer from dropping onto the ground in case the trailer tongue should disconnect from the hitch ball Allow sufficient slack in the chains taking tight turn situations...

Page 295: ...the tire placard located on the left center pillar of your ve hicle Trailer tire condition size load rating and proper inflation pressure should be in accordance with the trailer manufacturer s speci...

Page 296: ...s turn signal lever is operated the safety chains are connected properly all cargo in the trailer is secured safety in posi tion the side mirrors provide a good rearward field of view without a signif...

Page 297: ...ly by the nearest SUBARU dealer B Driving on grades D Before going down a steep hill slow down and shift into lower gear if necessary use 1st gear in order to utilize the engine braking effect and pre...

Page 298: ...arking on a grade Always block the wheels under both vehicle and trailer when parking Apply the parking brake firmly You should not park on a hill or slope But if parking on a hill or slope cannot be...

Page 299: ...tire 9 5 Jump starting 9 14 How to jump start 9 15 Engine overheating 9 17 If steam is coming from the engine compartment 9 17 If no steam is coming from the engine compartment 9 17 Towing 9 18 Towin...

Page 300: ...ark your vehicle under emergency conditions Avoid stopping on the road It is best to safely pull off the road if a problem occurs The hazard warning flasher can be activated regardless of the ignition...

Page 301: ...mporary spare tire periodically to keep the tire ready for use The correct pressure is 60 psi 4 2 kg cm2 420 kPa When using the temporary spare tire note the fol lowing D Do not exceed 50 mph 80 km h...

Page 302: ...drive capability of the vehicle has now deactivated After re installing the conventional tire remove the spare fuse from the FWD con nector in order to reactivate all wheel drive WARNING Never tow a t...

Page 303: ...de signed only for changing a tire Never get un der the vehicle while supporting the vehicle with this jack D Always turn the engine off before raising the flat tire off the ground using the jack Nev...

Page 304: ...9 6 Sedan 1 Jack 2 Jack handle 3 Spare tire Wagon 1 Jack 2 Jack handle 3 Spare tire 5 Take out the spare tire jack and wheel nut wrench The spare tire is stored under the floor of the trunk or cargo...

Page 305: ...e the floor cover from the trunk Re move the storage compartment if so equipped Turn the attaching bolt counterclockwise then take the spare tire out Wagon Open the lid and hang the hook provided on t...

Page 306: ...kwise then take spare tire out If the spare tire provided in your vehicle is a tempo rary spare tire carefully read the section Temporary spare tire in this chapter and strictly follow the instruction...

Page 307: ...s too tight to be loosened by hand loosen it using a screwdriver or the jack handle The jack handle is stored under the spare tire cover NOTE Make sure the jack is well lubricated before us ing it 6 I...

Page 308: ...IMPREZA NA A1850BE A ENGLISH In case of emergency 9 10 7 Loosen the wheel nuts using the wheel nut wrench but do not remove the nuts Vehicle with side sill skirt...

Page 309: ...or rear jack up point closest to the flat tire Turn the jackscrew by hand until the jack head en gages firmly into the jack up point 9 Insert the jack handle into the jackscrew and turn the handle un...

Page 310: ...cloth 12 Put on the spare tire Replace the wheel nuts Tighten them by hand WARNING Do not use oil or grease on the wheel studs or nuts when the spare tire is installed This could cause the nuts to be...

Page 311: ...sion on the wrench because you may exceed the specified torque Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility 15 Store the flat tire in the spare tire compartment Put the...

Page 312: ...the exposed area with water immediately Get medical help if the fluid has entered your hooks If battery fluid is accidentally swallowed im mediately drink a large amount of milk or wa ter and obtain i...

Page 313: ...vehicle does not start due to a run down discharged battery the vehicle may be jump started by connecting your battery to another bat tery called the booster battery with jumper cables Jump starting i...

Page 314: ...IMPREZA NA A1850BE A ENGLISH In case of emergency 9 16 1 Booster battery 2 Engine lifting bracket...

Page 315: ...t the engine of the vehicle that has the discharged bat tery 6 When finished carefully disconnect the cables in exactly the reverse order Engine overheating WARNING Never attempt to remove the radiato...

Page 316: ...to the reserve tank Then remove the radia tor cap and fill the radiator with coolant If you remove the radiator cap from a hot radiator first wrap a thick cloth around the radiator cap then turn the...

Page 317: ...er ential J Towing and tie down hooks The towing hooks should be used only in an emer gency e g to free a stuck vehicle from mud sand or snow Front towing hook eye bolt 1 Take out the towing hook scre...

Page 318: ...the towing hook from the vehicle and stow it in the tool bag Put the threaded hole cover on the front bumper WARNING D Do not use the towing hook except when towing your vehicle D Be sure to remove t...

Page 319: ...fied towing hook and tie down hook Never use suspension parts or other body parts for towing or tie down pur poses D Never use the tie down hook on the under side of the vehicle closest to the muffler...

Page 320: ...t the suspension bottoms out CAUTION If your vehicle has a front underspoiler and rear underspoiler both optional be careful not to scrape them when placing the vehicle on the carrier and when removin...

Page 321: ...l CAUTION D If transmission failure occurs transport your vehicle on a flat bed truck D Do not run the engine while being towed in this method Transmission damage could re sult if the vehicle is towed...

Page 322: ...of emergency 9 24 J Jack and jack handle The jack is stored on the left side of the trunk or cargo area To take out the jack turn the jackscrew counter clockwise to loosen it then remove the jack Sed...

Page 323: ...MPREZA NA A1850BE A ENGLISH In case of emergency 9 25 CONTINUED Wagon 1 Jack 2 Jack handle 3 Spare tire The jack handle is stored under the spare tire cover For how to use the jack refer to Flat tires...

Page 324: ...0 2 Waxing and polishing 10 3 Cleaning aluminum wheels 10 3 Corrosion protection 10 4 Most common causes of corrosion 10 4 To help prevent corrosion 10 4 Cleaning the interior 10 5 Seat fabric 10 5 Le...

Page 325: ...le type If the vehicle is equipped with a rear roof spoiler or rear wiper it may be damaged by car wash brushes or other equipment CAUTION D When washing the vehicle the brakes may get wet As a result...

Page 326: ...st the affected area but in clude the surrounding area as well Always polish in only one direction A No 2000 grain compound is recommended Never use a coarse grained com pound Coarser grained compound...

Page 327: ...vehicle remains for a long time even though other parts of the ve hicle may be dry 4 High temperatures will cause corrosion to parts of the vehicle which cannot dry quickly due to lack of proper venti...

Page 328: ...ith a clean damp cloth J Seat fabric Remove loose dirt dust or debris with a vacuum cleaner If the dirt is caked on the fabric or hard to remove with a vacuum cleaner use a soft blush then vacuum it W...

Page 329: ...ding or shrinkage Minor surface blemishes or bald patches may be treated with a commercial leather spray lacquer You will discover that each leather seat section will de velop soft folds or wrinkles w...

Page 330: ...1 27 Checking the fluid level 11 27 Recommended fluid 11 29 Front differential gear oil AT vehicles 11 29 Checking the oil level 11 29 Recommended grade and viscosity 11 30 Rear differential gear oil...

Page 331: ...pped 11 50 Windshield washer fluid 11 50 Replacement of windshield wiper blades 11 51 Battery 11 54 Fuses 11 56 Main fuse 11 59 Installation of accessories 11 60 Replacing bulbs 11 61 Headlight 11 62...

Page 332: ...by yourself you should familiarize yourself with the information provided in this section on general maintenance and service for your SUBARU Incorrect or incomplete service could cause improper or uns...

Page 333: ...ar adequate eye protection to guard against getting oil or fluids in your eyes If something does get in your eyes thoroughly wash them out with clean water D Do not tamper with the wiring of the SRS a...

Page 334: ...vicing in the engine compartment while the engine is running A running engine can be dangerous Keep your fingers hands clothing hair and tools away from the cooling fan belts and any other moving engi...

Page 335: ...Lift up the hood release the hood prop from its retainer and put the end of the hood prop into the slot in the hood To close the hood All models except WRX 1 Lift the hood slightly and remove the hood...

Page 336: ...closed position and let it drop After closing the hood be sure the hood is securely locked If this does not close the hood release it from a slightly higher position Do not push the hood forci bly to...

Page 337: ...cleaner element page 11 20 3 Clutch fluid reservoir page 11 35 4 Automatic transmission fluid level gauge page 11 27 5 Brake fluid reservoir page 11 34 6 Windshield washer tank page 11 50 7 Fuse box p...

Page 338: ...r element page 11 20 3 Clutch fluid reservoir page 11 35 4 Automatic transmission fluid level gauge page 11 27 5 Brake fluid reservoir page 11 34 6 Windshield washer tank page 11 50 7 Fuse box page 11...

Page 339: ...serted until it stops with the graphic symbol i on its top ap pearing as shown in the illustration 1 Notch 2 Upper level 3 Lower level 4 Front of vehicle 4 Pull out the dipstick again and check the oi...

Page 340: ...inte nance schedule in the Warranty and Maintenance Booklet The engine oil and oil filter must be changed more frequently than listed in the maintenance schedule when driving on dusty roads when short...

Page 341: ...h the filler neck Oil capacity guideline Non turbo models 4 2 US qt 4 0 liters 3 5 Imp qt Turbo models 4 8 US qt 4 5 liters 4 0 Imp qt The oil quantity indicated above is only guideline The necessary...

Page 342: ...he words ENERGY CONSERVING if you cannot obtain the oil with the SL or SJ grade you may use SH or SG grade oil or the new API certification mark Starburst mark displayed on the container API Service l...

Page 343: ...es When adding oil different brands may be used to gether as long as they are the same API classifica tion and SAE viscosity as those recommended by SUBARU SAE viscosity number and applicable temperat...

Page 344: ...ow the oil and filter changing intervals shown in the maintenance schedule Cooling system WARNING Never attempt to remove the radiator cap until the engine has been shut off and has cooled down comple...

Page 345: ...it may be defective Check the fuse and re place it if necessary If the fuse is not blown have the cooling system checked by your SUBARU deal er If frequent addition of coolant is necessary there may b...

Page 346: ...t may cause a bad smell smoke and or a fire D Do not splash the engine coolant over painted parts The alcohol contained in the en gine coolant may damage the paint surface B Changing the coolant 1 Dra...

Page 347: ...essure you may suffer serious burns from a spray of boiling hot coolant when the cap is removed 4 Install the under cover Non turbo models 1 Filler neck 2 Fill up to this level Turbo models 1 Filler n...

Page 348: ...0 US qt 7 6 liters 6 7 Imp qt 1 FULL level mark 2 LOW level mark CAUTION D Be careful not to spill engine coolant when adding it If coolant touches the exhaust pipe it may cause a bad smell smoke and...

Page 349: ...lter screen When the element is perforated or removed engine wear will be excessive and engine life shortened The air cleaner element is a viscous type It is un necessary to clean or wash the element...

Page 350: ...the rear air cleaner element case from the front cleaner element case and remove the air cleaner element 4 Clean the inside of the front and rear air cleaner element cases with a damp cloth and insta...

Page 351: ...nap the two clamps holding the air cleaner case cover 1 Air cleaner case cover 2 Air cleaner element 2 Open the air cleaner case cover and remove the air cleaner element 3 Clean the inside of the air...

Page 352: ...e cover into the slits on the air cleaner case and then snap the two clamps on the air cleaner case cover Spark plugs It may be difficult to replace the spark plugs It is recommended that you have the...

Page 353: ...models PFR6G NGK Drive belts 1 Power steering pump pulley 2 Air conditioner compressor pulley 3 Crank pulley The alternator power steering pump and air condi tioner compressor depend on drive belts Sa...

Page 354: ...vice 11 25 CONTINUED worn contact your SUBARU dealer in mm Deflection New belt Used belt A 0 28 0 35 7 0 9 0 0 35 0 43 9 0 11 0 B 0 30 0 33 7 5 8 5 0 35 0 40 9 0 10 0 Manual transmission oil J Checkin...

Page 355: ...it clean and insert it again 1 Upper level 2 Lower level 3 Pull out the dipstick again and check the oil level on it If it is below the lower level add oil through the dipstick hole to bring the level...

Page 356: ...e dipstick Though the fluid level can be checked without warming up the fluid on the COLD range we rec ommend checking the fluid level when the fluid is at operating temperature B Checking the fluid l...

Page 357: ...level on the HOT range add the recommended automatic transmis sion fluid up to the upper level B Checking the fluid level when the fluid is cold When the fluid level has to be checked without time to...

Page 358: ...id Dexron III Type Automatic Transmission Fluid Front differential gear oil AT vehicles J Checking the oil level 1 Yellow handle Check the differential oil level monthly 1 Park the vehicle on a level...

Page 359: ...and check the oil level on it If it is below the lower level add oil to bring the level up to the upper level J Recommended grade and viscosity Each oil manufacturer has its own base oils and ad ditiv...

Page 360: ...fferential protector is not required when checking the oil level 1 Filler plug 2 Drain plug 1 Filler hole 2 Drain hole 3 Oil level Remove the plug from the filler hole and check the oil level The oil...

Page 361: ...SAE viscosity No and Applicable Temperature Power steering fluid J Checking the fluid level 1 Reservoir tank The power steering fluid expands greatly as its tem perature rises the fluid level differs...

Page 362: ...oir tank 3 If the fluid level is lower than the applicable MIN line add the recommended fluid as necessary to bring the level between the MIN and MAX line If the fluid level is extreme low it may indi...

Page 363: ...sture from the air Any absorbed moisture can cause a danger ous loss of braking performance D If the vehicle requires frequent refilling there may be a leak If you suspect a problem have the vehicle c...

Page 364: ...Check the fluid level on the outside of the reservoir If the level is below MIN level mark add the recom mended clutch fluid to MAX level mark Use only clutch fluid from a sealed container CAUTION D C...

Page 365: ...U dealer 1 With the engine off depress the brake pedal sev eral times applying the same pedal force each time The distance the pedal travels should not vary 2 With the brake pedal depressed start the...

Page 366: ...htly press the brake pedal down with one finger to check the free play with a force of less than 2 lb 10 N 1 kg If the free play is not within proper specification contact your SUBARU dealer J Checkin...

Page 367: ...ing check that there are no abnormal noises when the clutch pedal is de pressed and that shifting into 1st or reverse feels smooth 2 Start the vehicle by releasing the pedal slowly to check that the e...

Page 368: ...noise from the audible brake pad wear indica tor it will result in the need for costly brake rotor repair or replacement J Breaking in of new brake pads and linings When replacing the brake pad or li...

Page 369: ...cted for break in driving CAUTION Pulling the parking brake lever too forcefully may cause the rear wheels to lock To avoid this be certain to pull the lever up slowly and gently Parking brake stroke...

Page 370: ...ng on slippery roads such as on snow covered or icy roads If you drive your vehicle on snow covered or icy roads we strongly recommend the use of winter snow tires When installing winter tires be sure...

Page 371: ...erformance Check and if necessary ad just the pressure of each tire including the spare at least once a month for example during a fuel stop and before any long journey Check the tire pressures when t...

Page 372: ...arked for at least three hours or has been driven less than one mile 1 6 km WARNING Do not let air out of warm tires to adjust pressrue Doing so will result in low tire pres sure Incorrect tire pressu...

Page 373: ...D Abnormally high tire pressure tread worn in center Ride comfort is poor Also the tire magnifies the effects of road surface bumps and dips possibly resulting in vehicle damage If the tire placard s...

Page 374: ...ability It can also cause steering and suspension system problems and ab normal tire wear If you suspect that the wheels are not correctly balanced have them checked and ad justed by your SUBARU deale...

Page 375: ...egularly and re place the tires before their tread wear indicators become visible J Tire rotation Tire wear varies from wheel to wheel To maximize the life of each tire and ensure that the tires wear...

Page 376: ...d index matching those shown on the tire placard Using tires of a non specified size detracts from controllability ride comfort braking performance speedometer accuracy and odometer accuracy It also c...

Page 377: ...Do not use radial tires together with belted bias tires and or bias ply tires Doing so can dangerously reduce con trollability resulting in an accident J Wheel replacement When replacing wheels due f...

Page 378: ...the wheel cover Align the valve with the valve hole in the cover then fit the cover on the wheel by tapping your hand evenly around the circumference of the cover NOTE When any of the wheels is remov...

Page 379: ...trusions or curbs D Be sure to fit tire chains on uniformly and com pletely around the tire otherwise the chains may scratch the wheel D When wheel nuts balance weights or the center cap is replaced b...

Page 380: ...ield washer or if the wiper operation is jerky clean the outer surface of the windshield or rear window and the wiper blades using a sponge or soft cloth with a neutral detergent or mild abrasive clea...

Page 381: ...r blade assembly by holding its pivot area and pushing it in the direction shown by the arrow while depressing the wiper blade stopper 1 Metal support 3 Grasp the locked end of the blade rubber as sem...

Page 382: ...new blade rubber is not provided with two metal spines remove the metal spines from the old blade rubber and install them in the new blade rub ber 5 Align the claws of the metal support with the groo...

Page 383: ...ric sparks Batteries give off a gas which is highly flammable and explosive D For safety in case an explosion does occur wear eye protection or shield your eyes when working near any battery Never lea...

Page 384: ...ery posts terminals and related acces sories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling 1 Cap 2 Upper le...

Page 385: ...or with material other than a fuse be cause serious damage or a fire could result The fuses are designed to melt during an overload to prevent damage to the wiring harness and electri cal equipment Th...

Page 386: ...IMPREZA NA A1850BE A ENGLISH Maintenance and service 11 57 CONTINUED To remove the coin tray open the cover and pull the coin tray out The other one is housed in the engine compartment...

Page 387: ...y lights accessories or other electrical controls do not operate inspect the corresponding fuse If a fuse has blown replace it 1 Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position and turn off all electric...

Page 388: ...U dealer for repairs Main fuse Main fuse box The main fuses are designed to melt during an over load to prevent damage to the wiring harness and electrical equipment Check the main fuses if any electr...

Page 389: ...of accessories Always consult your SUBARU dealer before instal ling fog lights or any other electrical equipment in your vehicle Such accessories may cause the elec tronic system to malfunction if th...

Page 390: ...IMPREZA NA A1850BE A ENGLISH Maintenance and service 11 61 CONTINUED Replacing bulbs...

Page 391: ...2V 21W Amber 12 Brake light 12V 21W 7440 13 Licence plate light 12V 5W 168 14 Tail light 12V 21 5W 7443 15 Brake tail light 12V 21 5W 7443 16 Cargo area light 12V 13W 17 Side marker light Rear 12V 5W...

Page 392: ...ENGLISH Maintenance and service 11 63 CONTINUED 1 Push 2 Pull 1 Disconnect the electrical connector while press ing the lock release tab 2 Remove the bulb holder from the headlight as sembly by turnin...

Page 393: ...bulb from the headlight assembly 4 Install the new bulb 5 Install the bulb holder in the headlight assembly by turning it clockwise until it locks 6 Reconnect the electrical connector J Front turn si...

Page 394: ...b 3 Set the bulb socket into the headlight assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks B Parking light bulbs The headlight assembly must be removed before the parking light bulbs can be replaced Whe...

Page 395: ...1850BE A ENGLISH Maintenance and service 11 66 1 Remove the front grille Use a screwdriver to de tach the four clips at the top and the two hooks on each side 2 Loosen three clips to remove the grille...

Page 396: ...s and disconnect connectors and then detach headlight assembly 4 Remove the bulb socket from the headlight as sembly by turning it counterclockwise 5 Pull the bulb out of the socket Install a new bulb...

Page 397: ...ISH Maintenance and service 11 68 J Front fog light if equipped 1 Remove the front fog light assembly by removing the three bolts 2 Disconnect the connector 3 Remove the front fog light case cap by tu...

Page 398: ...removed parts in the reverse order of removal CAUTION Halogen fog light bulbs become very hot while in use If you touch the bulb surface with bare hands or greasy gloves finger prints or grease on the...

Page 399: ...ll the front side marker light assembly onto the side of the front fender J Rear combination lights B Sedan 1 Remove the clip from the rear trunk trim with a regular screwdriver 1 Backup light 2 Rear...

Page 400: ...ED B Wagon 1 Using a Phillips screwdriver remove the upper and lower screws that secure the side cover of the rear combination light assembly 2 Remove the upper and lower screws Then slide the rear co...

Page 401: ...ing it and turning counterclockwise Install a new bulb 5 Set the bulb holder into the rear combination light assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks 6 Close the cover and latch the lock 7 Reinst...

Page 402: ...IMPREZA NA A1850BE A ENGLISH Maintenance and service 11 73 CONTINUED J Dome light map light and cargo area light...

Page 403: ...stall a new bulb 3 Reinstall the lens J Trunk light 1 Remove the cover by squeezing its sides and pulling it 2 Pull the bulb out of the socket Install a new bulb 3 Reinstall the cover J High mount sto...

Page 404: ...nting screws using a phillips screwdriver and then remove the high mount stop light cover 3 Remove the bulbs from the socket by pushing it and turning counterclockwise Install a new bulb 4 Reinstall t...

Page 405: ...sions 12 2 Engine 12 3 Electrical system 12 3 Capacities 12 4 Tires 12 5 Wheel alignment 12 5 Fuses and circuits 12 6 Fuse panel located behind the coin tray 12 6 Fuse panel located in the engine comp...

Page 406: ...MT AT MT AT MT AT MT Overall length 173 4 4405 Overall idth Sedan 68 1 1730 width Wagon 66 7 1695 67 3 1710 66 7 1695 Overall height Without roofrail 56 7 1440 57 7 1465 58 1 1475 57 7 1465 With roof...

Page 407: ...in mm 3 9 3 1 99 5 79 0 3 6 2 9 92 0 75 0 Compression ratio 10 0 1 8 0 1 Firing order 1 3 2 4 J Electrical system Battery type and it 5HR MT 12V 48AH 55D23L capacity 5HR AT With 2 5 liter engine 12V 5...

Page 408: ...Imp qt Transmission oil MT 3 7 US qt 3 5 liters 3 1 Imp qt Transmission oil AT 10 0 US qt 9 5 liters 8 4 Imp qt Power steering gear fluid 0 7 US qt 0 7 liter 0 6 Imp qt Engine coolant 2 5 liter engin...

Page 409: ...i 230 kPa 2 3 kg cm2 Rear 29 psi 200 kPa 2 0 kg cm2 32 psi 220 kPa 2 2 kg cm2 Temporary spare tire Size T135 70 D16 Pressure 60 psi 420 kPa 4 2 kg cm2 J Wheel alignment Item Sedan Wagon 2 5 liter non...

Page 410: ...cuit 1 15A D Heater fan 2 15A D Heater fan 3 15A D Power door lock D Remote keyless entry 4 20A D Cigarette lighter D Remote controlled rear view mirrors 5 10A D Tail light D Parking light 6 15A D SRS...

Page 411: ...D Combination meter D SRS lamp 14 10A D Rear window wiper and washer 15 30A D Windshield wiper and washer 16 20A D Brake light 17 15A D Air conditioner 18 15A D Backup light D Cruise control 19 20A D...

Page 412: ...Circuit 1 20A D Radiator cooling fan Main 2 20A D Radiator cooling fan Sub 3 30A D ABS motor 4 20A D Rear window defog ger 5 15A D Hazard warning flasher D Horn 6 15A D Turn signal lights 7 10A D Auto...

Page 413: ...ht Rear 12V 5W 168 Rear combination light Brake light 12V 21W 7440 Brake tail 12V 21 5W 7443 Turn signal 12V 21W Amber Tail light 12V 21 5W 7443 Back up light 12V 21W 7440 High mount stop light Sedan...

Page 414: ...Vehicle identification 1 Vehicle identification number 2 Vacuum hose connections label Emission control label 3 Tire inflation pressure label 4 Certification plate 5 Bar cord label USA only 6 Vehicle...

Page 415: ...A ENGLISH 13 13 1 CONTINUED Uniform tire quality grading standards 13 2 Treadwear 13 2 Traction AA A B C 13 2 Temperature A B C 13 3 Reporting safety defects USA 13 4 Consumer information and Reporti...

Page 416: ...h nominal rim diameters of 12 inches or less or to some limited production tires All passenger car tires must confirm to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades J Treadwear The treadwe...

Page 417: ...in door laboratory test wheel Sustained high tempera ture can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C c...

Page 418: ...eceives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of ve hicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot be come invol...

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