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Driving tips

New vehicle break-in driving

the first 1,000 miles

(1,600 km) ........................................................

8-2

Fuel economy hints ...........................................

8-2

Engine exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ........

8-2

Catalytic converter .............................................

8-3

Periodic inspections ..........................................

8-4

Driving in foreign countries ..............................

8-4

Driving tips for AWD vehicles ...........................

8-5

Off road driving ..................................................

8-6

Winter driving .....................................................

8-7

Operation during cold weather ..............................

8-7

Driving on snowy and icy roads ............................

8-9

Corrosion protection .............................................. 8-10

Snow tires ............................................................... 8-10

Tire chains ............................................................... 8-10

Rocking the vehicle ................................................ 8-11

Loading your vehicle ......................................... 8-11

Vehicle capacity weight ......................................... 8-12

GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

and Gross Axle Weight Rating) ........................... 8-12

Roof rail and crossbar (if equipped) ..................... 8-13

Trailer hitch (if equipped) .................................. 8-16

Connecting a trailer ................................................ 8-16

When you do not tow a trailer ............................... 8-17

Trailer towing ...................................................... 8-18

Warranties and maintenance ................................. 8-18

Maximum load limits .............................................. 8-18

Trailer hitches ......................................................... 8-21

Connecting a trailer ................................................ 8-22

Trailer towing tips ................................................... 8-23

Summary of Contents for 2007 Forester

Page 1: ...cifications and illustrations found in this man ual are those in effect at the time of printing FUJI HEAVY INDUS TRIES LTD reserves the right to change specifications and de signs at any time without...

Page 2: ...This manual describes the following vehicle types The illustrated vehicle is one of the FORESTER series 000135...

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Page 4: ...carefully read this manual To protect yourself and extend the service life of your vehicle fol low the instructions in this manual Failure to observe these instructions may result in serious injury a...

Page 5: ...hapter 13 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects This chapter informs you about Uniform tire quality grading standards and Report ing safety defects Chapter 14 Index This is an alphabetical...

Page 6: ...ld restraint lower anchor ages Horn Windshield wiper deicer Wiper intermittent Windshield washer Windshield wiper mist for single wipe Rear window wiper Rear window washer Mark Name Lights Parking lig...

Page 7: ...ers in the vehi cle should always wear seatbelts when the vehicle is moving The SRS Supplemental Restraint Sys tem airbag does not do away with the need to fasten seatbelts In combination with the sea...

Page 8: ...properly restrained at all times in a child restraint de vice or in a seatbelt The SRS air bag deploys with considerable speed and force and can injure or even kill children especially if they are 12...

Page 9: ...of it Avoid remaining in a parked vehi cle for a lengthy time while the en gine is running If that is unavoid able then use the ventilation fan to force fresh air into the vehicle Always keep the fro...

Page 10: ...the rear seat by routing a seat belt through the carrier s handle Never re strain pets or pet carriers in the front pas senger s seat For further information consult your veterinarian local animal pr...

Page 11: ...resulting loss of vehi cle control could lead to an acci dent Engine exhaust some of its constit uents and certain vehicle compo nents contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cau...

Page 12: ...and SRS airbags Keys and doors Instruments and controls Climate control Audio Interior equipment Starting and operating Driving tips In case of emergency Appearance care Maintenance and service Specif...

Page 13: ...h page 3 17 2 Replacing bulbs page 11 44 3 Engine hood page 11 4 4 Wiper switch page 3 22 5 Roof rails page 8 13 6 Door locks page 2 4 7 Tire pressure page 11 31 8 Flat tires page 9 3 9 Tire chains pa...

Page 14: ...11 CONTINUED 1 2 3 4 5 000121 1 Rear window defogger button page 3 24 2 Rear gate page 2 20 3 Child safety locks page 2 17 4 Fuel filler lid and cap page 7 3 5 Tie down Towing hook page 9 11...

Page 15: ...senger compartment area 1 2 3 4 5 6 000122 1 Lower anchorage for child restraint system page 1 32 2 Seatbelt page 1 10 3 Moonroof page 2 21 4 Parking brake lever page 7 20 5 Front seat page 1 2 6 Rear...

Page 16: ...13 CONTINUED 1 2 3 4 5 000123 1 Cup holder page 6 7 2 Center console page 6 4 3 Glove box page 6 4 4 Front power supply socket page 6 8 5 Pocket if equipped page 6 7 AUX unit if equipped page 6 8...

Page 17: ...er control lever page 3 21 6 Hazard warning flasher switch page 3 6 7 Audio page 5 1 8 Gear shift lever MT page 7 9 Selector lever AT page 7 10 9 Climate control page 4 1 10 Cruise control page 7 22 1...

Page 18: ...22 3 Mist page 3 23 4 Windshield washer page 3 23 5 Rear window wiper and washer switch page 3 23 6 Wiper control lever page 3 22 7 Illumination brightness control page 3 19 8 Light control lever pag...

Page 19: ...uge page 3 7 2 Temperature gauge page 3 8 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 temper...

Page 20: ...emperature gauge page 3 8 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 temperature indicator...

Page 21: ...26 1 Fuel gauge page 3 7 2 Temperature gauge page 3 8 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 Ou...

Page 22: ...uel gauge page 3 7 2 Temperature gauge page 3 8 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: ...3 7 2 Temperature gauge page 3 8 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 temperature in...

Page 24: ...age 3 7 2 Temperature gauge page 3 8 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 temperature...

Page 25: ...30 1 Fuel gauge page 3 7 2 Temperature gauge page 3 8 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 Ou...

Page 26: ...000131 1 Fuel gauge page 3 7 2 Temperature gauge page 3 8 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...

Page 27: ...arge warning light 3 12 Oil pressure warning light 3 12 AT OIL temperature warning light AT vehi cles 3 12 or ABS warning light 3 13 or Brake system warning light 3 13 Door open warning light 3 14 All...

Page 28: ...25 CONTINUED Tire changing tools 3 1 2 000132 1 Jack page 9 14 2 Jack handle page 9 14 3 Spare tire page 9 3...

Page 29: ...26 Cargo area cover 4 2 1 3 000195 1 Cargo area cover page 6 13 2 Cargo tie down hook page 6 14 3 Accessory power outlet page 6 8 4 Shopping bag hook page 6 14...

Page 30: ...seatbelt pretensioners 1 21 System monitors 1 22 System servicing 1 23 Precautions against vehicle modification 1 23 Child restraint systems 1 24 Where to place a child restraint system 1 25 Choosing...

Page 31: ...hould always sit upright and well back in the seat as far from the steering wheel as practi cal while still maintaining full ve hicle control and the front passen ger should move the seat as far back...

Page 32: ...eatback hold it lightly so that it may be raised back gradually According to accident statistics children are safer when properly re strained in the rear seating posi tions than in the front seating p...

Page 33: ...Use the adjusting dial to adjust the height of the seat Power seat if equipped Fore and aft adjustment To adjust the seat forward or backward move the control switch forward or back ward Seat cushion...

Page 34: ...lever forward will increase the amount of support for your lower back To prevent the passenger from slid ing under the seatbelt in the event of a collision always put the seatback in the upright posit...

Page 35: ...d be adjust so that the center of the head restraint is closest to the top of the occupant s ears Never drive the vehicle with the head restraints removed because they are designed to reduce the risk...

Page 36: ...the engine is not running can cause battery discharge Rear seats 100092 There is a possibility that people with delicate skin may suffer slight burns even at low tempera tures if he she uses the seat...

Page 37: ...er seat ing position is not occupied lower the head restraint to improve rearward visibil Never stack luggage or other cargo higher than the top of the seatback because it could tumble forward and inj...

Page 38: ...ack until it locks into place and make sure that it is securely locked After returning the rear seatback to its original position make cer tain that the shoulder belts are ful ly visible Never allow p...

Page 39: ...ace all seatbelt assemblies including retractors and attaching hardware worn by occupants of a vehicle that has been in a serious accident The entire assembly should be replaced even if dam age is not...

Page 40: ...the lap belt as low as possible on the hips and not on the child s waist If the shoulder portion of the belt cannot be properly positioned a child restraint system should be used Never place the shoul...

Page 41: ...astened the seat belt when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position the seatbelt warning light will flash for 6 seconds to warn that the seatbelt is unfastened If the driver s seatbelt is not...

Page 42: ...over stronger hip bones in stead of across the weaker abdo men Seatbelts provide maximum re straint when the occupant sits well back and upright in the seat To reduce the risk of sliding under the sea...

Page 43: ...hor height slide the an chor up 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...

Page 44: ...kle until you hear a click 4 To make the lap part tight pull up on the shoulder belt 5 Place the lap belt as low as possible on your hips not on your waist Adjusting the rear seat shoulder belt anchor...

Page 45: ...r portion of the webbing does not pass over your neck If it does adjust the seatbelt anchor to a lower position Placing the shoulder belt over the neck may result in neck injury during sudden braking...

Page 46: ...tor tongue at tached at the webbing end into the buckle on the right hand side until a click is heard If the belt stops before reaching the buck le return the belt slightly and pull it out more slowly...

Page 47: ...not on your waist Unfastening the seatbelt Push the release button of the center seatbelt buckle on the left hand side to unfasten the seatbelt NOTE When the seatback is folded down for greater cargo...

Page 48: ...attachments in cluding the webbing and all hardware pe riodically for cracks cuts gashes tears damage loose bolts or worn areas Re place the seatbelts even if only minor damage is found 100119 Do not...

Page 49: ...buckle so that the PRESS signs on the buckle release buttons of the extender and the seatbelt are both facing outward as shown in the diagram You will hear a click when the tongue plate locks into the...

Page 50: ...t and retracted and there fore must be replaced NOTE Seatbelt pretensioners are not de signed to activate in minor frontal im pacts in minor side impacts or in rear impacts or in roll over accidents T...

Page 51: ...airbag module Driver s side Side airbag module Front passenger s side Seatbelt pretensioner Driver s side Seatbelt pretensioner Front passen ger s side Seatbelt buckle switch Driver s side Seatbelt bu...

Page 52: ...light Illumination of the warning light while driving When discarding a seatbelt retrac tor assembly or scrapping the en tire vehicle damaged by a colli sion consult your SUBARU deal er Tampering wit...

Page 53: ...er ly secured in the vehicle When installing the child restraint system carefully follow the manufacturer s instructions According to accident statistics children are safer when properly restrained in...

Page 54: ...a child restraint system that has a Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap or in his or her arms while the vehicle is moving The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a coll...

Page 55: ...dren aged 12 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 especially if they are 12 years o...

Page 56: ...tion 2 Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the child restraint system follow Child restraint systems and seat belts can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather the...

Page 57: ...rd and from side to side to check if it is firmly secured Sometime a child restraint can be more firmly secured by pushing it down into the seat cushion and then tightening the seat belt 7 Pull at the...

Page 58: ...ut the seatbelt fully from the re tractor to change the retractor over from the Emergency Locking Retractor ELR to the Automatic Locking Retractor ALR function Then allow the belt to rewind into the r...

Page 59: ...ter seat 100139 100611 Child restraint systems and seat belts 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 before...

Page 60: ...100141 Never use a belt that is twisted or reversed In an accident this can increase the risk or severity of in jury to the child Never place the shoulder belt un der the child s arm or behind the chi...

Page 61: ...side seating posi tion two lower anchorages are provided Each anchor bar is located where the seat cushion meets the seatback Child restraint systems and seat belts can become hot in a vehicle that ha...

Page 62: ...bars Each lower anchorage is located where the seat cushion meets the seatback 1 Use the marks to locate the two lower anchorages bars for the position where you want to install the child restraint sy...

Page 63: ...ove seat back and forth and left and right to verify that it is held securely in position 6 To remove the child restraint system follow the reverse procedures of installa tion If you have any question...

Page 64: ...been installed with the lower an chorages or seatbelt lift up the head re straint while pressing the release button Store the head restraint in the cargo area Avoid placing the head restraint in the...

Page 65: ...signed only as a supplement to the primary protec tion provided by the seatbelt The system also controls front seatbelt pretensioners For operation instructions and precautions concerning the seatbelt...

Page 66: ...n when the SRS airbag deploys could suffer very serious injuries Because the SRS airbag needs enough space for deployment the driver should always sit upright and well back in the seat as far from the...

Page 67: ...tions than in the front seating po sitions For instructions and precautions concerning the child restraint sys tem see the Child restraint sys tems section in this chapter NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FA...

Page 68: ...Side airbag sensor center pillar left hand side 9 Side airbag sensor center pillar right hand side 10 Airbag wiring yellow 11 Seatbelt pretensioner driver s side 12 Seatbelt pretensioner front passen...

Page 69: ...carefully read the instructions on the warning labels and tag Always wear your seatbelt The subaru advanced frontal airbag system is a sup plemental restraint system and must be used in combination wi...

Page 70: ...seat as far from the steering wheel as practical while still maintaining full vehicle control and the front passenger should move the seat as far back as possi ble and sit upright and well back in th...

Page 71: ...ag can deploy regardless of the backward forward adjustment of the driv er s seat position even when the warning light is on have the system inspected by your SUBARU dealer immediately if the SRS airb...

Page 72: ...ual seats only If you use an optional seatbelt extender remove it after each use Refer to the Seatbelt extender section in this chap ter If the seatbelt buckle switch and or front passenger s occupant...

Page 73: ...child restraint system and a small child is restrained with it See WARNING that follows The seat is equipped with a booster seat and a small child is in the booster seat See WARNING that follows The...

Page 74: ...f front passenger s seat are locked into place securely by moving the seat back and forth Models equipped with manual seats only If the ON indicator still illuminates while the OFF indicator extinguis...

Page 75: ...witch to the OFF po sition Ensure that there are no articles books shoes or other objects trapped under the seat at the rear of the seat or on the side of the seat Ensure that the backward forward pos...

Page 76: ...and SRS airbags 1 47 CONTINUED There are currently no Subaru distributors in any other U S territories If you are in such an area please contact the Subaru distributor or dealer from which you bought...

Page 77: ...may deploy in the event of a collision but this does not mean failure of the system If the front sub sensors inside both front fenders and the impact sensors in the air bag control module detect a pr...

Page 78: ...in lesser frontal impacts because the necessary protection can be achieved by the seatbelt alone Also they are basically not designed to deploy in side or rear impacts or in roll over acci dents becau...

Page 79: ...be activated when the vehicle sustains a hard impact in the un dercarriage area from the road surface such as when the vehicle plunges into a deep ditch is severely impacted or knocked hard against an...

Page 80: ...y The driver s and front passenger s SRS frontal airbags are designed basically not to deploy if the vehicle is struck from the side or from behind or if it rolls onto its side or roof or if it is inv...

Page 81: ...away with the need to fasten seatbelts It is also impor tant to wear your seatbelt to help avoid injuries that can result when an occupant is not seated in a prop er upright position Do not sit or le...

Page 82: ...s or other parts of the body are too close to the SRS side airbag Since your vehicle is also equipped with a passenger s SRS frontal airbag children aged 12 and under should be placed in the rear seat...

Page 83: ...ntrol module sends a signal to the side airbag module on the im pacted side of the vehicle instructing it to inflate the SRS side airbag Then the side airbag module produces gas which in stantly infla...

Page 84: ...only basis SRS side airbag deployment depends on the level of force experienced in the pas senger compartment during a side impact collision That level differs from one type of collision to another an...

Page 85: ...a outside the vicinity of the passenger compartment 3 The vehicle strikes a telephone pole or similar object 4 The vehicle is involved in a side on impact from a motorcycle 5 The vehicle rolls onto it...

Page 86: ...ide im pact collision first with one vehicle and 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 secon...

Page 87: ...the system checked Unless checked and properly repaired the seatbelt pretensioners and or SRS airbags will not operate properly in the event of a collision which may increase the risk of injury Flash...

Page 88: ...sible in the following cases Either center pillar or a nearby area of the vehicle was involved in an acci dent in which the SRS side airbag did not deploy The fabric or leather of either front seatbac...

Page 89: ...ns Such modifications can interfere with proper operation of the SRS airbag system Attachment of any equipment brush bar winches snow plow skid plate etc other than genu ine SUBARU accessory parts to...

Page 90: ...er function 2 8 Sounding a panic alarm 2 8 Selecting audible signal operation 2 8 Replacing the battery 2 8 Replacing lost transmitters 2 9 Alarm system 2 12 System operation 2 12 Activating and deact...

Page 91: ...ox locked when you leave your vehicle and valet key at a parking facility Key number The key number is stamped on the key number plate attached to the key set Write down the key number and keep it in...

Page 92: ...g two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interfer ence and 2 this device must accept any interference received including in terference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modific...

Page 93: ...re placement key made Any new key must be registered for use with your vehicle s immobilizer system before it can be used Up to four keys can be registered for use with one vehicle For security all th...

Page 94: ...ng and unlocking from the inside 1 Lock 2 Unlock To lock the door from the inside rotate the lock lever rearward To unlock the door from the inside rotate the lock lever for ward The red mark on the l...

Page 95: ...the lock lever is turned to the rear LOCK position with the driver s door open and the driver s door is then closed with the lock lever in that position the driv er s door is locked If the spare key i...

Page 96: ...o Unlock driver s door 2 Press a second time to Unlock all other doors and rear gate Locking the doors Briefly press the button for less than two seconds to lock all doors and rear gate An electronic...

Page 97: ...electing audible signal op eration Using an electronic chirp the system will give you an audible signal when the doors lock and unlock If desired you may turn the audible signal off Do the following t...

Page 98: ...r button six times to synchronize the unit Replacing lost transmitters If you lose a transmitter or want to pur chase additional transmitters up to four can be programmed you should re pro gram all of...

Page 99: ...lowing steps within 45 seconds 1 Open and close the driver s door once 1 ON 2 LOCK 2 Insert the key into the ignition switch then turn it from the LOCK position to the ON position 10 times within 15 s...

Page 100: ...seconds have passed an error will oc cur In this event perform the proce dure again beginning with part 4 If an error occurs six times perform the pro cedure again starting with part 3 7 Perform part...

Page 101: ...ters pro gram two of them once and the third one twice This process will leave only current transmitter codes in the system s memory NOTE Make sure no one else is operating their keyless entry system...

Page 102: ...follows If the system was previously activated The horn sounds twice indicating that the system is now deactivated If the system was previously deactivated The horn sounds once indicating that the sy...

Page 103: ...ignal lights will flash once and the indicator lights will start flashing rapidly After rapid flashing for 30 seconds standby time the indicator lights will then flash slowly twice approxi mately ever...

Page 104: ...or de activation mode Refer to Activating and deactivating the alarm system in this sec tion The security indicator light will con tinue to flash once every three seconds in dicating that the system i...

Page 105: ...impact or multiple im pacts were sensed twice only vehicles with shock sensors dealer option When a light impact was sensed once only vehicles with shock sensors deal er option NOTE Any of the above...

Page 106: ...the doors from being opened even if the inside door handle is pulled When the child safety lock lever is in the lock position the door cannot be opened from inside regardless of the position of the in...

Page 107: ...without holding the switch Push the switch down until it clicks and re lease it and the window will fully open To stop the window halfway pull the switch up lightly To close Pull the switch up lightly...

Page 108: ...e lock switch is in the LOCK position the passengers win dows cannot be opened or closed Press the switch again to cancel the pas sengers window locking Passengers side switches To open the window pus...

Page 109: ...you can unlock it by manu ally operating the rear gate lock release lever For the procedure refer to Rear gate if the rear gate cannot be unlocked in chapter 9 In case of emergency Do not attempt to...

Page 110: ...roof at a desired posi tion simply push the opposite side of the switch Anti entrapment function When the moonroof senses an object trapped between its glass and the vehi cle s roof during closure it...

Page 111: ...gen erate at high speeds If such a condi tion has been encountered use the moonroof at the initial stop position of 20 in 50 cm If the moonroof cannot be closed through switch operation because of sy...

Page 112: ...es 3 12 ABS warning light 3 13 Brake system warning light 3 13 Door open warning lights 3 14 Low fuel warning light 3 14 All Wheel Drive warning light AT vehicles 3 15 Shift position indicator AT vehi...

Page 113: ...Instruments and controls Tilt steering wheel 3 28 Horn 3 29...

Page 114: ...he key your knees or hands may accidentally touch it in a way that turns the ignition switch LOCK The key can only be inserted or removed in this position The ignition switch will lock the steering wh...

Page 115: ...The starter cranks the engine to start it When the key is released after the engine has started the key automatically returns to the ON position For models with immobilizer If you fail to start your...

Page 116: ...comes on when the driver s door is opened After closing the door the light remains lit for 5 seconds and then dims before it goes out The light flashes if you insert the key into the ignition switch...

Page 117: ...ed Odometer Trip meter 1 Trip meter 2 Odometer This meter displays the odometer and two trip meters when the ignition switch is in the ON position NOTE Even with the ignition switch in the OFF or LOCK...

Page 118: ...during brak ing turning or acceleration due to fuel lev el movement in the tank NOTE You will see the FUEL DOOR sign near the fuel gauge This indicates that the fuel filler door lid is located on the...

Page 119: ...moderately until the pointer of the temperature gauge reaches near the middle of the range En gine operation is optimum with the engine coolant at this temperature range and high revving operation wh...

Page 120: ...stem warning light Front passenger s frontal air bag ON indicator light Front passenger s frontal airbag OFF indicator light CHECK ENGINE warning light Malfunction indicator lamp Charge warning light...

Page 121: ...ning operation that follows the 6 second warning after turning ON the ignition switch When the ignition switch is turned ON next time however the complete sequence of warning opera tion resumes For fu...

Page 122: ...OFF indicator will remain extinguished If the front passenger s SRS frontal airbag is deactivated the passenger s frontal air bag ON indicator will remain extinguished while the OFF indicator will ill...

Page 123: ...e engine is running it may indicate that the charging system is not working properly If the light comes on while driving or does not go out after the engine starts stop the engine at the first safe op...

Page 124: ...h as when the engine is jump started the ABS warning light may come on This is due to the low battery voltage and does not indicate a malfunction When the battery becomes fully charged the light will...

Page 125: ...the rear wheels will be more prone to locking when the brakes are ap plied harder than usual and the vehicle s motion may therefore become somewhat harder to control If the brake system warning light...

Page 126: ...t the headlights are in the high beam mode This indicator light also comes on when the headlight flasher is operated Cruise control indica tor light The cruise control indicator light comes on when th...

Page 127: ...e small article storage compartment in the dashboard with the vehicle parked in a safe place To set the hour press the H button To set the minutes press the M button To reset the minutes to 00 with a...

Page 128: ...d license plate light are on High low beam change dim mer To change from low beam to high beam push the turn signal lever forward When the headlights are on high beam the high beam indicator light on...

Page 129: ...smission selector le ver is set at other than the P position All models except Canada spec 2 5XT The low beam headlights will automatical ly come on at reduced brightness when the engine has started u...

Page 130: ...he neutral position by hand To signal a lane change push the turn sig nal lever up or down slightly and hold it during the lane change The turn signal in dicator lights will flash in the direction of...

Page 131: ...ht switch The parking light switch operates regard less of the ignition switch position By pushing the front end of this switch fol lowing lights will come on Parking lights Front side marker lights T...

Page 132: ...the wiper on a dry windshield or rear window al ways use the windshield washer In freezing weather be sure that the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield or rear window be fore switching on t...

Page 133: ...g this procedure re place the wiper blades with new ones Refer to the Replacement of wiper blades section chapter 11 for re placement instructions Windshield wiper and washer switches Windshield wiper...

Page 134: ...F Park Washer Rear wiper To turn the rear wiper on turn the knob on the end of the wiper control lever upward INT Intermittent ON Normal To turn the wiper off return the knob on the end of the lever t...

Page 135: ...roximately 15 min utes If the wiper blades have been deiced completely before that time push the but ton to turn it off It also turns off when the ignition switch is turned to the ACC or LOCK position...

Page 136: ...defrosting or defogging is desired when you restart your vehicle you have to push the button to turn it on again Turn on the rear window defogger if the wiper is frozen to the glass Mirrors Always che...

Page 137: ...attached on both the front and back sides If the glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you strikes the mirror these sensors detect it and make the reflection surface of the mir ror dimmer to h...

Page 138: ...e setting mode Outside mirrors Convex mirror passenger side Remote control mirror switch 1 Selection switch 2 Direction control switch The remote control mirrors operate only when the ignition switch...

Page 139: ...o the ACC or LOCK position If defrosting or defogging is de sired when you restart your vehicle you have to push the button to turn it on again NOTE On vehicles equipped with a wind shield wiper deice...

Page 140: ...Instruments and controls 3 29 Horn To sound the horn push the horn pad 300150...

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Page 142: ...w control dial 4 9 Air inlet selection button 4 10 Air conditioner button 4 10 Temperature sensors 4 11 Operating tips for heater and air conditioner 4 11 Cleaning ventilation grille 4 11 Efficient co...

Page 143: ...4 2 Climate control Climate control Ventilator Air flow selection 400138...

Page 144: ...ator turn the thumb wheel up or down Manual climate control sys tem if equipped Control panel 1 Temperature control dial 2 Fan speed control dial 3 Air flow control dial 4 Rear window defogger button...

Page 145: ...de In this state you cannot select recir culation mode by manually pressing the air inlet selection button Also you cannot stop the air condi tioner compressor by pressing the air conditioner button A...

Page 146: ...rn the corre sponding thumb wheel down Heating and defrosting To direct warm air toward the floor and the windshield 1 Set the air flow control dial to the position 2 Set the temperature control dial...

Page 147: ...t panel outlets 1 Set the air inlet selection button to the OFF position 2 Set the air flow control dial to the position 3 Set the temperature control dial to the desired temperature level 4 Set the f...

Page 148: ...dial at the highest speed Defrosting or defogging To direct warm air to the windshield and front door windows 1 Set the air flow control dial to the position 2 Set the temperature control dial to the...

Page 149: ...erature turns on the air conditioner compres sor automatically and the A C indica tor light on the control panel comes on Control panel 1 Temperature control dial 2 Fan speed control dial 3 Air flow c...

Page 150: ...prox 122 F 50 C Temperature control dial This dial is used to set the desired interior temperature With the dial set to your de sired temperature the system automati cally adjusts the temperature of a...

Page 151: ...or at least 1 second the indi cator flashes twice The air inlet control is then adjusted automatically in accordance with the air temperature inside and out side the passenger compartment the in tensi...

Page 152: ...ct Keep water away from the sensors Do not cover the sensors The sensors are located as follows Solar sensor beside the windshield de froster grille Interior air temperature sensor near the ignition s...

Page 153: ...is de signed to temporarily shut off during air conditioner operation whenever the accel erator is fully depressed such as during rapid acceleration or when driving on a steep upgrade Refrigerant for...

Page 154: ...air filter 1 Remove the glove box 1 Open the glove box 2 Remove the nine screws securing the glove box 1 Air filter cover 2 Remove the air filter cover 1 Air filter element 2 Arrow mark 3 Replace the...

Page 155: ...e glove box 1 Service label 2 Caution label 7 LABEL installation 1 Fill out the information on the service label small 2 Attach the service label to the driver side door pillar and the caution label t...

Page 156: ...io set if equipped 5 4 Radio operation 5 4 Compact disc player operation 5 7 CD changer control if optional in dash CD changer is connected 5 9 Type B audio set if equipped 5 11 Radio operation 5 11 B...

Page 157: ...ence If reception continues to be unsatis factory switch to a stronger station Installation of accessories Always consult your SUBARU dealer be fore installing a citizen band radio or other transmitti...

Page 158: ...refer to page 5 4 Compact disc player operation refer to page 5 7 CD changer control refer to page 5 9 Type B audio set Radio operation refer to page 5 11 Built in CD changer operation refer to page 5...

Page 159: ...rol The radio is turned ON and OFF by pushing the dial and the volume is controlled by turning the dial Tone and balance control The VOLUME control knob normally function as volume control This knob b...

Page 160: ...re volume BAS Bass control For less bass sound For more bass sound TRE Treble control For less treble sound For more treble sound BAL Balance control To increase left speaker volume and decrease right...

Page 161: ...band has been scanned from the low end to the high end Press the SCAN button again to cancel the SCAN mode and to stop on any dis played frequency When the SCAN button is pressed for automatic tuning...

Page 162: ...e while gripping the edge of the disc then insert it in to the slot with the label side up and the player will automatically pull the disc into position A single CD 8 cm 3 inch CD may also be used wit...

Page 163: ...ersing Repeat playback Briefly press the RPT button 13 while a song is playing to play the song repeated ly The RPT indicator will come on and the song will be played continuously To cancel the repeat...

Page 164: ...ressed the CD changer will start playback The dis play shows the current disc number track number and the elapsed time during play back NOTE If a disc is in the player the DISC button is used to chang...

Page 165: ...art play back beginning with the first track on the current disc Fast reversing Press the side of the button 17 continuously to fast reverse the disc Release the button to stop fast reversing If you c...

Page 166: ...rol 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 midrange treble balance fader controls when the SOUND dial 5 is in th...

Page 167: ...isplay Control mode Turn counterclockwise Turn clockwise BASS Bass control For less bass sound For more bass sound MIDDLE Midrange control For less midrange sound For more midrange sound TREBLE Treble...

Page 168: ...2 MHz in the FM waveband Seek tuning When the side of the SEEK TRACK CAT UP button is depressed the radio will begin to automatically seek up for receivable frequencies and will stop at the first one...

Page 169: ...ction between the radio and battery is broken for any reason such as vehicle maintenance or radio removal all stations stored in the pre set buttons are cleared If this occurs it is necessary to reset...

Page 170: ...re to always insert a disc with the label side up If a disc is insert ed with the label side down it might be ejected or the player might shut off If a disc is inserted during a radio broadcast the di...

Page 171: ...utomatically drawn in and the player will start playback of the disc beginning with the first track To insert more discs in succession re peat Steps 1 and 3 While the player is in the loading mode if...

Page 172: ...t button Press the load button Select the radio mode Turn the TUNE FOLDER CH dial for MP3 WMA audio Turn off the power of the audio equipment Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position Random playba...

Page 173: ...e can celled if you perform any of the follow ing steps When you do not operate any button within 10 seconds Press any button to select another play mode Press the eject button Press the disc select b...

Page 174: ...mes sage If the disc cannot be unloaded or the error message remains displayed please contact your SUBARU dealer When DISC ERROR is displayed This message means that there is a disc error Press the e...

Page 175: ...se contact your SUBARU dealer There are Satellite Radio mode iPod mode and AUX mode in addition to the CD changer mode in the Auxiliary unit mode NOTE For use of the In dash CD changer refer to the se...

Page 176: ...cliff or hill or driving on the lower level of a multi tiered road or inside a parking garage To help reduce this condition satellite ra dio providers have installed ground based repeaters in heavily...

Page 177: ...tton 18 again to cancel the SCAN mode and to stop on any displayed station When the SCAN button is pressed for automatic tuning stations are scanned in the direction of upward only Category mode Press...

Page 178: ...INUED In dash 6 CD auto changer if equipped Loading and unloading compact discs 5 1 2 4 3 500222 1 Disc slot 2 Disc indicators disc No 1 to 6 3 Disc select buttons disc No 1 to 6 4 Eject button 5 Disc...

Page 179: ...oosing a different disc select button To remove discs when the ignition switch is in the Lock position press the eject button and the first disc will be ejected Press the eject button again and the ne...

Page 180: ...to observe when handling a compact disc Use only compact discs CDs that have the mark shown in the following illustra tion You may also use compact discs CD Rs and CD RWs that have the following marks...

Page 181: ...contamination could cause poor tone quality Do not touch the disc surface Use a clean disc whenever possible If there are deposits wipe the disc surface from the center outward with a dry soft cloth B...

Page 182: ...ped 6 7 Cup holders 6 7 Front passenger s cup holder 6 8 Rear passenger s cup holder 6 8 Accessory power outlets 6 8 Use with a cigarette lighter if equipped 6 10 Ashtray if equipped 6 11 Floor mat 6...

Page 183: ...the light is turned off automatically The light also can be turned on by use of the keyless entry transmitter See the Re mote keyless entry system section in chapter 2 for detailed information OFF The...

Page 184: ...ing the vehicle make sure the light is turned off to avoid battery dis charge Sun visors To block out glare swing down the visors To use the sun visor at a side window swing it down and move it sidewa...

Page 185: ...up the knob at the front end of the armrest and lock it in position by releasing the knob Adjust the position of the arm rest to suit your driving position Make sure the armrest is securely retained W...

Page 186: ...you could get hurt 600520 To switch from using the console top as an armrest to using it as a rear passenger s cup holder raise the console top to the vertical po sition before tipping it toward the r...

Page 187: ...ole top and con sole box when raising and tipping the console top When there is an object on the console box lid do not tip the con sole top forward Otherwise the console top or lid could be dam aged...

Page 188: ...tored while driving to reduce the risk of injury in the event of a sudden stop or an acci dent Do not pick up a cup from the cup holder or put a cup in the holder while you are driving as this may dis...

Page 189: ...n be used to hold beverage bottles and other items To use the cup holder open the lid by pull ing its upper edge To use rear passengers cup holder on the reverse side of console top For the method of...

Page 190: ...p on the accesso ry power outlet when it is not in use Use only electrical appliances which are designed for 12V DC The maximum power rating of an appliance that can be connected varies among outlets...

Page 191: ...ette lighter operates only when the ignition switch is in the ON and ACC positions To use the cigarette lighter push in the knob and wait a few moments It will auto matically spring up when ready for...

Page 192: ...te around the hinges of the ash tray s inner lid Clean them off using a toothbrush or other narrow ended im plement If the socket is ever used for a plug in accessory such as a cell phone that may dam...

Page 193: ...left passenger s hand grip 600480 Make sure the driver s floor mat is placed back in its proper location and correctly secured on its retain ing pin If the floor mat slips forward and interferes with...

Page 194: ...uide it back into the cover housing while it is rewinding To remove the cover housing 1 Rewind the cover 2 Take it off the retainer lift it out 3 Store the cover housing in the cargo area Stowage of t...

Page 195: ...s When using the hooks raise them When not in use lower the hooks Cargo area bars 1 Cargo area bar In the cargo area there are two bars one on each side to which a net can be at tached Do not hang ite...

Page 196: ...neath the floor of the cargo area They can be used to store small items Always keep the lids closed while driving to reduce the risk of injury in the event of sudden stop or an accident Do not store s...

Page 197: ...the tab up The jack and jack handle are stored in the left side storage compartment 600105 Center storage compartment Stor age bucket To open the lid pull the handle up Canada spec non turbo models Th...

Page 198: ...Interior equipment 6 17 NOTE When storing a flat tire put the storage tray in the luggage compartment Ex cept Canada spec non turbo models 600108...

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Page 200: ...p differential LSD if equipped 7 15 Power steering 7 15 Braking 7 15 Braking tips 7 15 Brake system 7 16 Disc brake pad wear warning indicators 7 16 ABS Anti lock Brake System 7 16 ABS system self che...

Page 201: ...esigned to accept only an unleaded gasoline filler nozzle Under no circumstances should leaded gasoline be used because it will damage the emission control system and may impair driveability and fuel...

Page 202: ...you should ask your service station oper ators if their gasolines contain detergents and oxygenates and if they have been re formulated to reduce vehicle emissions As additional guidance only use fuel...

Page 203: ...uge This indicates that the fuel filler door lid is located on the right side of the vehicle If the fuel filler cap is not tightened until it clicks or if the tether is caught under the cap the CHECK...

Page 204: ...emitted pollution than the basic emission test The U S Environmental Protection Agen cy EPA and states using two wheel dy namometers in their emission testing pro grams have EXEMPTED SUBARU AWD vehic...

Page 205: ...r there is one or more diagnostic trouble codes stored in vehicle s computer with the CHECK EN GINE warning light MIL illuminated A state emission inspection may reject not pass or fail a vehicle if t...

Page 206: ...switch again to the OFF posi tion After waiting for 10 seconds or longer turn the ignition switch to the START position without depressing the accelerator pedal 4 If the engine still refuses to start...

Page 207: ...out after the engine has started The fuel injection system auto matically lowers the idle speed as the en gine warms up While the engine is warming up make sure that the selector lever is at the P or...

Page 208: ...hows the maximum Do not drive the vehicle with the clutch disengaged i e when the clutch pedal is depressed or with the shift lever in the neutral posi tion Engine braking has no effect in either of t...

Page 209: ...eep downgrades downshift the transmission to 4th 3rd or 2nd gear as necessary this helps to maintain a safe speed and to extend brake pad life In this way the engine provides a braking effect Remember...

Page 210: ...will be restored as the vehicle contin ues to be driven for a while Selector lever for automatic transmission With the brake pedal depressed move the lever along the gate Move the lever along the gate...

Page 211: ...The transmission automatically shifts into a suitable gear from 1st to 4th according to the vehicle speed and the acceleration you require When more acceleration is required in this position press the...

Page 212: ...osition is for driving up or down very steep grades or driving through mud or sand or on slippery surfaces In this posi tion the transmission holds in the 1st gear Maximum speeds The following tables...

Page 213: ...e pressed and the ignition switch in the ON position perform the following steps To override the shift lock 1 Set the parking brake and stop the en gine 2 Take out the screwdriver 3 Remove the cover b...

Page 214: ...ping distance will be long er To dry the brakes drive the vehicle at a safe speed while lightly depressing the brake pedal to heat up the brakes Use of engine braking Remember to make use of engine br...

Page 215: ...even when the brake booster completely stops functioning If this happens however you will have to push the pedal much harder than normal and the braking distance will increase Disc brake pad wear warn...

Page 216: ...When driving with an insufficient battery voltage such as when the engine is jump started the ABS warning light may come on This is due to the low battery voltage and does not indicate a malfunction...

Page 217: ...ents to perform its func tion of optimizing the distribution of brak ing force If any of the ABS components used by the EBD function fails the EBD system also stops working When the EBD system is oper...

Page 218: ...to the near est SUBARU dealer for repair Parking your vehicle Driving with the brake system warning light on is dangerous This indicates your brake system may not be working properly If the light rem...

Page 219: ...ng your vehicle always set the parking brake firmly and put the shift lever in the 1 1st for an upgrade or R Re verse for a downgrade for manual trans mission vehicles or in the P Park posi tion for a...

Page 220: ...grades When starting in reverse and using the Hill holder a braking effect may be felt even after the brake pedal has been released However this braking effect should disap pear once the clutch pedal...

Page 221: ...es To reactivate the cruise control function turn the ignition switch back to the ACC or LOCK position and then turn it again to the ON position To set cruise control 1 Push the main switch button Th...

Page 222: ...trol after it has been temporarily canceled and with vehi cle speed of approximately 20 mph 32 km h or more push the control lever up ward in the RES ACC direction to return to the original cruising s...

Page 223: ...he vehicle speed To decrease the speed by control lever Push the control lever downward in the SET COAST direction and hold it until the vehicle reaches the desired speed Then release the control leve...

Page 224: ...e vehicle body is adjusted to the proper po sition after several drive trips even if the rear of the vehicle is lowered by loaded cargos or a coupled trailer If cargos are unloaded all at once the ve...

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Page 226: ...Driving on snowy and icy roads 8 9 Corrosion protection 8 10 Snow tires 8 10 Tire chains 8 10 Rocking the vehicle 8 11 Loading your vehicle 8 11 Vehicle capacity weight 8 12 GVWR and GAWR Gross Vehicl...

Page 227: ...r as long as possible Do not pump the accelerator and avoid racing the engine Avoid unnecessary engine idling Keep the engine properly tuned Keep the tires inflated to the correct pressure shown on th...

Page 228: ...pulling the vehicle Avoid racing the engine Never turn off the ignition switch while the vehicle is moving Keep your engine tuned up If you feel the engine running rough misfiring back firing or incom...

Page 229: ...e best condition at all times always have the recommend ed maintenance services listed in the maintenance schedule in the Warranty and Maintenance Booklet performed at the specified time or mileage in...

Page 230: ...le distance from other vehicles When replacing a tire make sure you use only the same size construction brand and load range as the original tires listed on the tire placard Using other sizes or const...

Page 231: ...letely through the stream The water should be shallow enough that it does not reach the vehicle s undercar riage Water entering the engine air intake or the exhaust pipe or water splashing onto electr...

Page 232: ...off roads will necessitate more frequent replacement of engine oil brake fluid and transmission oil than that speci fied in the maintenance schedule de scribed in the Warranty and Maintenance Booklet...

Page 233: ...up the vehicle before driv ing check that the accelerator pedal brake pedal and all other controls operate smoothly Clear away ice and snow that has accu mulated under the fenders to avoid mak ing st...

Page 234: ...System section in chap ter 7 for information on braking on slippery surfaces Wiper operation when snowing Before driving in cold weather make sure the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield or...

Page 235: ...ardless of the type of tires on your ve hicle Tire chains Driving on snowy grades or icy roads may require the use of tire chains in which case put the chains on the front wheels only Use only SAE cla...

Page 236: ...ay result in serious injury Never stack luggage or other car go higher than the top of the seat back because it could tumble for ward and injure passengers in the event of a sudden stop or acci dent K...

Page 237: ...eight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating The certification plate attached to the driv er s side door jamb shows GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating The GVW Gross Vehicl...

Page 238: ...le does not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR and front and rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR See the Loading your vehicle section in this chapter for in formation on loading cargo into or...

Page 239: ...and inner clamp to unhook each side of the crossbar from the roof rail 3 Carefully raise the crossbar from roof rails NOTE It may be necessary to move the Front crossbar rearward near the center of th...

Page 240: ...the in sert if it has been removed 5 Adjust the alignment of the crossbar on the roof rails and if available use a T 30 torx bit and torque wrench and tighten the T 30 torx head screws to 30 to 35 lbf...

Page 241: ...inju ries Permissible trailer weight changes depending on the situa tion Refer to the next section Trailer towing for possible rec ommendations and limitations Trailer brakes are required when the tow...

Page 242: ...to let them drag on the ground Hitch harness connector 8 Connect the hitch wire harness s black four pin wire connector to the towing trail er s wire harness 9 Confirm proper function of the hitch wir...

Page 243: ...ies and maintenance SUBARU warranties do not apply to vehi cle damage or malfunction caused by trail er towing If you use your vehicle to tow a trailer more frequent maintenance will be required due t...

Page 244: ...termine the GVW each time before going on a trip by putting your vehicle and trailer on a vehicle scale Certification label GVWR is shown on the certification plate located on the driver s side door j...

Page 245: ...e driving limits you should have your vehicle and trailer weighed at a commercial weighing sta tion Be sure that all cargo is firmly secured to prevent a change in weight distribution while driving To...

Page 246: ...only to the rear bumper The bumper is not designed to handle that type of load For all types of hitches regularly check that the hitch mounting bolts and nuts are tight F 60 40 50 50 800216 If the tra...

Page 247: ...chains taking tight turn situations into ac count however be careful not to let them drag on the ground For more information about the safety chain connection refer to the instructions for your hitch...

Page 248: ...onnector is connect ed properly and trailer s brake lights illu minate when the vehicle s brake pedal is pressed and that the trailer s turn sig nal lights flash when the vehicle s turn signal lever i...

Page 249: ...e nearest SUBARU dealer Driving on grades Before going down a steep hill slow down and shift into lower gear if neces sary use 1st gear in order to utilize the engine braking effect and prevent over h...

Page 250: ...he following steps 1 Apply the brakes and hold the pedal down 2 Have someone place wheel blocks un der both the vehicle and trailer wheels 3 When the wheel blocks are in place re lease the regular bra...

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Page 252: ...Engine overheating 9 10 If steam is coming from the engine compartment 9 10 If no steam is coming from the engine compartment 9 10 Towing 9 10 Towing and tie down hooks 9 11 Using a flat bed truck 9...

Page 253: ...pare tire if equipped The temporary spare tire is smaller and lighter than a conventional tire and is de signed for emergency use only Remove the temporary spare tire and re install the conventional t...

Page 254: ...in the main fuse box located in the engine compartment and con firm that the Front wheel drive warning light AWD in the combination meter comes on The all wheel drive capabili ty of the vehicle has no...

Page 255: ...e out the spare tire jack and wheel nut wrench The spare tire is stored under the floor of the cargo area To remove the spare tire 1 Open the lid and remove it 2 Remove the storage compartment bucket...

Page 256: ...the jack To take out the jack handle Open the rear left and center lids in the cargo area by pulling their tabs 6 Loosen the wheel nuts using the wheel nut wrench but do not remove the nuts 7 Place th...

Page 257: ...ely tighten the wheel nuts to the specified torque following the tightening order in the illustration The torque for tightening the nuts is 58 to 72 lbf ft 80 to 100 N m 8 to 10 kgf m This torque is e...

Page 258: ...ntered your eyes If battery fluid is accidentally swallowed immediately drink a large amount of milk or water and obtain immediate medical help Keep everyone including children away from the battery T...

Page 259: ...oster battery is 12 volts and the negative terminal is ground ed 2 If the booster battery is in another vehi cle do not let the two vehicles touch 3 Turn off all unnecessary lights and ac cessories 4...

Page 260: ...other cable to the negative terminal of the booster battery 4 Connect the other end of the cable to the engine lifting bracket Make sure that the cables are not near any moving parts and that the cabl...

Page 261: ...k Then remove the radiator 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 cap counter clockwis...

Page 262: ...Tie down hooks 2 Towing and tie down hooks Use only the specified towing hooks and tie down hooks Never use suspension parts or other parts of the body for towing or tie down purposes Never use the ti...

Page 263: ...uld be in the ACC position while the vehicle is being towed 4 Take up slack in the towline slowly to prevent damage to the vehicle Never turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position while the ve hicl...

Page 264: ...ocate the rear gate lock release lever behind the rear gate trim panel 3 Unlock the rear gate by pressing the le ver inside the trim upward 4 Open the rear gate from outside by raising the rear gate h...

Page 265: ...ired by an authorized SUBARU dealer Maintenance tools Your vehicle is equipped with the following maintenance tools Screwdriver Wheel nut wrench Hex head wrench for vehicle with moonroof Jack and jack...

Page 266: ...In case of emergency 9 15 For how to use the jack refer to the Flat tires section in this chapter...

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Page 268: ...10 3 Most common causes of corrosion 10 3 To help prevent corrosion 10 4 Cleaning the interior 10 4 Seat fabric 10 4 Leather seat materials 10 5 Synthetic leather upholstery 10 5 Ashtray if equipped 1...

Page 269: ...reduce the harmful effects of such agents Mud and sand adhering to the underbody components may accelerate their corro sion After driving off road or muddy or sandy roads wash the mud and sand off the...

Page 270: ...SUBARU dealer or an auto paint specialist NOTE Be careful not to block the windshield washer nozzles with wax when waxing the vehicle Cleaning aluminum wheels Promptly wipe the aluminum wheels clean o...

Page 271: ...eck under the mats to make sure the area is dry Keep your garage dry Do not park your vehicle in a damp poorly ventilated ga rage In such a garage corrosion can be caused by dampness If you wash the v...

Page 272: ...olds or wrinkles which is characteristic of gen uine leather Synthetic leather upholstery The synthetic leather material used on the SUBARU may be cleaned using mild soap or detergent and water after...

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Page 274: ...11 18 Manual transmission oil 11 18 Checking the oil level 11 18 Recommended grade and viscosity 11 19 Automatic transmission fluid 11 20 Checking the fluid level 11 20 Recommended fluid 11 21 Front d...

Page 275: ...Tire rotation 11 33 Tire replacement 11 34 Wheel replacement 11 34 Aluminum wheels if equipped 11 35 Windshield washer fluid 11 35 Replacement of wiper blades 11 37 Windshield wiper blades 11 37 Rear...

Page 276: ...wo wheel dynamome ter or similar apparatus Attempt ing to do so will result in transmis sion damage and in uncontrolled vehicle movement and may cause an accident or injuries to persons nearby Always...

Page 277: ...nnectors of these sys tems are yellow for easy identifi cation NEVER use a circuit tester for these wiring If your SRS airbag or seatbelt pre tensioner needs service consult your nearest SUBARU dealer...

Page 278: ...n the prop to its retainer 2 Lower the hood until it approaches ap proximately 12 in 30 cm from the closed position and let it drop After closing the hood be sure the hood is securely locked If this d...

Page 279: ...oil level gauge AT page 11 21 3 Clutch fluid reservoir page 11 26 4 Automatic transmission fluid level gauge page 11 20 5 Brake fluid reservoir page 11 25 6 Fuse box page 11 41 7 Battery page 11 40 8...

Page 280: ...AT page 11 21 3 Clutch fluid reservoir page 11 26 4 Automatic transmission fluid level gauge page 11 20 5 Brake fluid reservoir page 11 25 6 Fuse box page 11 41 7 Battery page 11 40 8 Windshield wash...

Page 281: ...ch mark This is caused by thermal expansion of the engine oil To prevent overfilling the engine oil do not add any additional oil above the upper lev el when the engine is cold Changing the oil and oi...

Page 282: ...bber seal seating area of the bottom of engine and install the oil fil ter by hand turning Be careful not to twist or damage the seal 10 Tighten the oil filter by the amount indi cated in the followin...

Page 283: ...grade and viscosity Oil grade ILSAC GF 4 which can be identified with the ILSAC certification mark Starburst mark or API classification SM with the words ENERGY CONSERVING These recommended oil grade...

Page 284: ...shown in this owner s manual and must follow the oil and filter changing intervals shown in the maintenance schedule Cooling system Use only engine oil with the recom mended grade and viscosity B0054...

Page 285: ...seness Engine coolant Checking the coolant level 1 FULL level mark 2 LOW level mark Check the coolant level at each fuel stop 1 Check the coolant level on the outside of the reservoir while the engine...

Page 286: ...he under cover Non turbo models 1 Filler neck 2 Fill up to this level Turbo models 1 Filler neck 2 Fill up to this level 5 Slowly pour the coolant and fill up to just below the filler neck allowing en...

Page 287: ...in place 8 Start and run the engine for more than five minutes at 2 000 to 3 000 rpm 9 Stop the engine and wait until the cool ant cools down 122 to 140 F 50 to 60 C If there is any loss of coolant a...

Page 288: ...t on the air cleaner case cover use the vis cous type air cleaner element 1 Embossed requirement Replacing the air cleaner ele ment Replace the air cleaner element according to the maintenance schedul...

Page 289: ...and case with a damp cloth and install a new air cleaner element 5 To install the air cleaner case cover in sert the three projections on the air clean er case into the slits on the air cleaner case...

Page 290: ...e air cleaner case cover Spark plugs It may be difficult to replace the spark plugs It is recommended that you have the spark plugs replaced by your SUBARU dealer The spark plugs should be replaced ac...

Page 291: ...lt tension place a straight edge ruler across two adjacent pulleys and apply a force of 22 lbs 98 N 10 kg midway between the pulleys by using a spring scale Belt deflection should be the amount specif...

Page 292: ...to bring the level up to the upper level Recommended grade and viscosity Each oil manufacturer has its own base oils and additives Never use different brands together Oil grade API classification GL 5...

Page 293: ...g brake 3 First shift the selector lever in each po sition Then shift it in the P position and run the engine at idling speed 1 Yellow handle 1 HOT range 2 COLD range 3 Upper level 4 Lower level 4 Pul...

Page 294: ...ntinuously there will be a noticeable increase in the vibration and noise from the automatic transmis sion Front differential gear oil AT vehicles Checking the oil level 1 Yellow handle Check the diff...

Page 295: ...l pro tector provides protection to the rear dif ferential assembly during off road use Removal of the rear differential protector is not required when checking the oil level 1 Filler plug 2 Drain plu...

Page 296: ...ntial gear oil touches the exhaust pipe it may cause a bad smell smoke and or a fire If rear differential gear oil gets on the exhaust pipe be sure to wipe it off If the vehicle requires frequent re f...

Page 297: ...hen the fluid is cool before the vehicle is run Check that the oil level is between COLD MIN and COLD MAX on the sur face of the reservoir tank 3 If the fluid level is lower than the appli cable MIN l...

Page 298: ...ake fluid absorbs moisture from the air Any absorbed moisture can cause a dangerous loss of braking performance If the vehicle requires frequent re filling there may be a leak If you suspect a problem...

Page 299: ...ad visable Clutch fluid absorbs moisture from the air Any absorbed mois ture can cause improper clutch operation If the vehicle requires frequent re filling there may be a leak If you suspect a proble...

Page 300: ...properly if the pedal stroke de creases with each depression Brake pedal Check the brake pedal free play and re serve distance according to the mainte nance schedule in the Warranty and Maintenance B...

Page 301: ...hecking the clutch pedal free play 1 0 15 0 44 in 4 11 mm Lightly press the clutch pedal down with your finger until you feel resistance and check the free play If the free play is not within proper s...

Page 302: ...1 Drive the vehicle at a speed of approx imately 22 mph 35 km h 2 With the parking brake release button pushed in pull the parking brake lever SLOWLY and GENTLY Pulling with a force of approximately 3...

Page 303: ...tires best suited for highway driving under dry conditions Summer tires are inadequate for driving on slippery roads such as on snow cov ered or icy roads If you drive your vehicle on snow covered or...

Page 304: ...e Driving even a short distance warms up the tires and increases the tire pressures Also the tire pressures are affected by the outside temperature It is best to check tire pressure outdoors before dr...

Page 305: ...ecome worn during use Wheel imbalance caus es the steering wheel to vibrate slightly at certain vehicle speeds and detracts from the vehicle s straight line stability It can also cause steering and su...

Page 306: ...the tread NOTE For safety inspect tire tread regularly and replace the tires before their tread wear indicators become visible Tire rotation direction mark Example of tire rotation direction mark 1 Fr...

Page 307: ...ide comfort and service life It is essential for every tire to have a size and construc tion matching those shown on the tire placard and to have a speed symbol and load index matching those shown on...

Page 308: ...rotrusions or curbs Be sure to fit tire chains on uniformly and completely around the tire otherwise the chains may scratch the wheel When wheel nuts balance weights or the center cap is replaced be s...

Page 309: ...he freezing temperatures in the table above when adjusting the fluid con centration to the outside temperature If you fill the reservoir tank with a fluid with a different concentration from the one u...

Page 310: ...dshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse the windshield with water If you cannot eliminate the streaking even after following this method replace the wiper blades using the following proce...

Page 311: ...claws at the end of the metal support between the stoppers on the rubber as shown If the rubber is not retained properly the wiper blade may scratch the windshield 6 Install the wiper blade assembly t...

Page 312: ...s 6 If the new blade rubber is not provided with two metal spines remove the metal spines from the old blade rubber and in stall them in the new blade rubber 7 Align the claws of the plastic support w...

Page 313: ...or oughly Seek medical help imme diately if acid has entered the eyes If battery fluid is accidentally swallowed immediately drink a large amount of milk or water and seek medical attention immediate...

Page 314: ...lt during an overload to prevent damage to the wiring harness and electrical equipment The fuses are located in two fuse boxes One is located under the instrument panel behind the cover on the driver...

Page 315: ...ith the fuse puller 5 Inspect the fuse If it has blown re place it with a spare fuse of the same rat ing 6 If the same fuse blows again this indi cates that its system has a problem Con tact your SUBA...

Page 316: ...Always consult your SUBARU dealer be fore installing fog lights or any other elec trical equipment in your vehicle Such ac cessories may cause the electronic sys tem to malfunction if they are incorre...

Page 317: ...11 44 Maintenance and service Replacing bulbs 3 2 1 11 12 13 15 14 7 8 6 5 4 9 10 B00384...

Page 318: ...15 License plate light 12V 5W 168 Headlights Canada spec 2 5XT Replace any bulb only with a new bulb of the specified wattage Using a bulb of different wattage could re sult in a fire High intensity d...

Page 319: ...ains the windshield washer nozzle and tip the windshield washer nozzle sideways Low beam light bulbs 1 Remove the bulb cover by turning it counterclockwise 2 Remove the retainer spring then pull out t...

Page 320: ...connector from the bulb 2 Remove the bulb from the headlight assembly by turning it counterclockwise 3 Replace the bulb with new one 4 Reconnect the electrical connector At this time use care not to...

Page 321: ...Set the bulb holder into the rear combi nation light assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks 5 Reinstall the rear combination light as sembly License plate light 1 Remove the mounting screws us...

Page 322: ...top light 1 Remove the mounting screws using a Phillips screwdriver and then remove the high mount stop light cover 2 Pull the bulb from the socket Install a new bulb 3 Reinstall the cover 4 Tighten t...

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Page 324: ...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 instrument panel 12 6 Fuse panel located in the engine compartm...

Page 325: ...le empty AT Automatic transmission MT Manual transmission Item 2 5 liter non turbo models 2 5 liter turbo models Drive system AWD Transmission type AT MT AT MT Overall length 176 6 4 485 Overall width...

Page 326: ...e engine Displacement cc cu in 2 457 150 Bore Stroke in mm 3 92 3 11 99 5 79 0 Compression ratio 10 0 1 8 4 1 Firing order 1 3 2 4 Battery type and capacity 5HR Manual transmission 12V 48AH 55D23L Aut...

Page 327: ...qt AT 9 8 US qt 9 3 liters 8 2 Imp qt Front differential gear oil AT 1 3 US qt 1 2 liter 1 1 Imp qt Rear differential gear oil 0 8 US qt 0 8 liter 0 7 Imp qt Power steering fluid 0 7 US qt 0 7 liter...

Page 328: ...2 kgf cm2 Full load 29 psi 200 kPa 2 0 kgf cm2 32 psi 220 kPa 2 2 kgf cm2 Rear Light load 28 psi 190 kPa 1 9 kgf cm2 30 psi 210 kPa 2 1 kgf cm2 Full load 36 psi 250 kPa 2 5 kgf cm2 32 psi 220 kPa 2 2...

Page 329: ...15A Heater fan 2 15A Heater fan 3 15A Power door lock Remote keyless entry 4 15A Power outlet front Remote controlled rear view mirrors 5 10A Tail light Parking light 6 15A SRS airbag 7 15A Fog light...

Page 330: ...r and washer 16 20A Brake light 17 15A Air conditioner 18 15A Backup light Cruise control 19 15A Power outlet cargo 20 15A Rear window wiper and washer 21 15A Ignition coil Non turbo model only 22 15A...

Page 331: ...2 30A Radiator cooling fan Sub 3 30A ABS motor 4 30A Engine sensor Non turbo models only 5 20A Rear window defogger 6 15A Hazard warning flasher Horn 7 15A Turn signal lights 8 10A Automatic transmis...

Page 332: ...1W 9006 HB4 Front turn signal 12V 21W 1474 Parking light 12V 5W 168 Side marker light Front 12V 5W 168 Rear combination light Tail stop light 12V 21 5W 7443 Turn signal 12V 21W Amber 1474 Tail stop li...

Page 333: ...9 8 7 C00112 1 Vehicle identification number 2 Emission control label 3 Vehicle identification number plate 4 Tire inflation pressure plate 5 Certification plate 6 Bar cord label U S only 7 Model num...

Page 334: ...practices 13 7 Vehicle load limit how to determine 13 8 Determining compatibility of tire and vehicle load capacities 13 10 Adverse safety consequences of overloading on handling and stopping and on t...

Page 335: ...reakdown of its indi vidual elements P Metric With the P Metric system Section Width is measured in millimeters To convert millimeters into inches divide by 25 4 The Aspect Ratio Section Height divide...

Page 336: ...year For example 0101 means the 1st week of 2001 Other markings The following makings are also placed on the sidewall Maximum permissible inflation pressure The maximum cold inflation pressure to whic...

Page 337: ...the plies both sidewall and tread area of this tire For example PLIES SIDEWALL POLYESTER 1 TREAD POLYES TER 1 STEEL 2 NYLON 1 Uniform Tire Quality Grading UTQG For details refer to Uniform tire qual...

Page 338: ...Wheel size 16 61 2 JJ or 16 61 2 J 17 7 JJ Pressure Front Light load 29 psi 200 kPa 2 0 kgf cm2 32 psi 220 kPa 2 2 kgf cm2 Full load 29 psi 200 kPa 2 0 kgf cm2 32 psi 220 kPa 2 2 kgf cm2 Rear Light lo...

Page 339: ...Use a pressure gauge to adjust the tire pressures to the specific values Driving even a short distance warms up the tires and increases the tire pressures Also the tire pressures are affected by the o...

Page 340: ...m loaded vehicle weight and dividing by two Vehicle normal load on a tire Load on an individual tire that is deter mined by distributing to each axle its share of the curb weight accessory weight and...

Page 341: ...city Load limit total weight of occupants total weight of optional equipment tongue load of a trailer if applicable For towing capacity information and weight limits refer to Trailer towing in Chapter...

Page 342: ...lacard with the state ment The combined weight of occu pants and cargo should never exceed 408 kg or 900 lbs For example the vehicle has one oc cupant weighing 165 lbs 75 kg plus cargo weighing 375 lb...

Page 343: ...by 32 lbs 15 kg or more Determining compatibility of tire and vehicle load capaci ties The sum of four tires maximum load ratings must exceed the maximum loaded vehicle weight GVWR In addition sum of...

Page 344: ...rim Steps for Determining Cor rect Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The com bined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX pounds on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine the combined weig...

Page 345: ...of tires depends upon the ac tual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving hab its service practices and differences in road characteris...

Page 346: ...l and remedy campaign However NHTSA can not become involved in individual problems between you your deal er or Subaru of America Inc To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free...

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Page 349: ...k release 7 14 Temperature warning AT OIL TEMP 3 12 Automatic Emergency Locking Retractor A ELR 1 12 B Battery 11 40 Jump starting 9 7 Replacing remote keyless entry 2 8 Brake Booster 11 27 Fluid 11 2...

Page 350: ...4 Door open warning light 3 14 Drive belt 11 18 Driving Car phone cell phone 7 Drinking 6 Drugs 6 Foreign countries 8 4 Pets 7 Snowy and icy roads 8 9 Tired or sleepy 7 Driving tips 7 10 8 5 E Electr...

Page 351: ...m indicator light 3 15 Hill holder 7 21 11 28 Horn 3 29 I Ignition switch 3 3 Illuminated entry 2 8 Illumination brightness control 3 19 Immobilizer indicator light 2 3 Indicator light 3 9 Inside mirr...

Page 352: ...11 22 Oil pressure warning light 3 12 Outside mirrors 3 27 Outside temperature indicator 3 8 Overhead console 6 6 P Parking brake 7 20 11 30 Stroke 11 30 Parking light switch 3 20 Parking your vehicle...

Page 353: ...Snowy and icy roads 8 9 Spark plugs 11 17 Specifications 12 2 Speedometer 3 6 SRS Airbag system warning light 3 10 Frontal airbag 1 40 Side airbag 1 52 SRS airbag Supplemental Restraint System airbag...

Page 354: ...rive 3 15 Anti lock Brake system 3 13 AT OIL TEMPerature 3 12 Brake system 3 13 Charge 3 12 CHECK ENGINE 3 11 Door open 3 14 Low fuel 3 14 Oil pressure 3 12 Seatbelt 1 12 3 9 SRS airbag system 3 10 Wa...

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Page 357: ...2 Imp gal Engine oil Use only API classification SM with the words ENERGY CON SERVING and the ILSAC certification mark starburst mark dis played on the container ILSAC GF 4 Engine oil capacity 4 2 US...

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