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Maintenance schedule .......................................

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Maintenance precautions...................................

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Before checking or servicing in the engine

compartment....................................................

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When you do checking or servicing in the engine

compartment while the engine is running..........

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Engine hood .......................................................

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Engine compartment overview..........................

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Non-turbo models ..............................................

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Turbo models .....................................................

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Engine oil............................................................

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Checking the oil level .........................................

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Changing the oil and oil filter..............................

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Recommended grade and viscosity ..................

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Recommended grade and viscosity under severe

driving conditions ..........................................

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Synthetic oil.....................................................

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Cooling system ................................................

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Cooling fan, hose and connections ...................

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Engine coolant .................................................

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Air cleaner element ..........................................

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Replacing the air cleaner element .....................

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Spark plugs ......................................................

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Recommended spark plugs ..............................

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Drive belts ........................................................

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Manual transmission oil ..................................

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Checking the oil level .......................................

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Recommended grade and viscosity ..................

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Automatic transmission fluid ..........................

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Checking the fluid level ....................................

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Recommended fluid .........................................

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Front differential gear oil (AT vehicles)..........

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Checking the oil level ......................................

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Recommended grade and viscosity ..................

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Rear differential gear oil..................................

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Checking the gear oil level ...............................

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Recommended grade and viscosity ..................

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Power steering fluid ........................................

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Checking the fluid level....................................

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Recommended fluid .........................................

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Brake fluid ........................................................

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Checking the fluid level....................................

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Recommended brake fluid ...............................

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Clutch fluid (MT vehicles) ...............................

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Checking the fluid level....................................

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Recommended clutch fluid...............................

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Brake booster ..................................................

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Brake pedal ......................................................

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Checking the brake pedal free play ..................

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Checking the brake pedal reserve distance.......

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Clutch pedal (MT vehicles)..............................

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Checking the clutch function............................

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Checking the clutch pedal free play..................

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Hill start assist system (MT vehicles

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equipped) ......................................................

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Replacement of brake pad and lining ............

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Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings .......

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Parking brake stroke .......................................

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Tires and wheels..............................................

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Types of tires...................................................

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Maintenance and service

Summary of Contents for 2008 IMPREZA

Page 1: ...pecifications and illustrations found in this manual are those in effect at the time of printing FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD reserves the right to change specifications and designs at any time without p...

Page 2: ...This manual describes the following vehicle types 1 4 door 2 5 door and OUTBACK...

Page 3: ...table of contents so you can usually tell at a glance if that chapter contains the information you want Chapter 1 Seat seatbelt and SRS airbags This chapter informs you how to use the seat and seatbel...

Page 4: ...er portions of this manual care fully in order to gain a better understand ing of how to use your SUBARU vehicle safely WARNING A WARNING indicates a situation in which serious injury or death could r...

Page 5: ...s tail lights li cense plate light and instru ment panel illumination Headlights Turn signal Illumination brightness Fan speed Instrument panel outlets Instrument panel outlets and foot outlets Foot o...

Page 6: ...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 Carefully read the Seatbelts an...

Page 7: ...prevent young children from locking themselves in the trunk When leaving the vehicle either close all windows and lock all doors or cancel the inside trunk lid release Also make certain that the trun...

Page 8: ...the counter and prescription that can delay your reaction time and impair your perception judgment and at tentiveness If you drive after taking them it may increase your your passengers and other per...

Page 9: ...ets can be hurt under these situations It is also for their own safety that pets should be properly restrained in your vehicle Re strain a pet with a special traveling harness which can be secured to...

Page 10: ...ontain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In addi tion certain fluids in vehicles and certain components of product wear co...

Page 11: ...2 Instruments and controls Climate control 4 Audio 5 Interior equipment 6 Starting and operating 7 Driving tips 8 In case of emergency 9 Appearance care 10 Maintenance and service 11 Specifications 12...

Page 12: ...light switch page 3 28 3 Replacing bulbs page 11 46 4 Wiper switch page 3 32 5 Door locks page 2 4 6 Tire pressure page 11 33 7 Flat tires page 9 4 8 Tire chains page 8 11 9 Front fog light switch pag...

Page 13: ...ar window defogger button page 3 34 2 Fuel filler lid and cap page 7 4 3 Child safety locks page 2 19 4 Tie down hook page 9 14 5 Trunk page 2 21 6 Rear gate page 2 23 7 Towing hook page 9 14 11 CONTI...

Page 14: ...12 Interior Passenger compartment area 1 Lower anchorages for child restraint system page 1 29 2 Seatbelt page 1 9 3 Parking brake lever page 7 34 4 Front seat page 1 2 5 Rear seat page 1 6...

Page 15: ...1 Center console page 6 4 2 Cup holder page 6 5 3 Front power supply socket page 6 6 4 Glove box page 6 4 13 CONTINUED...

Page 16: ...Hazard warning flasher switch page 3 5 8 Audio page 5 1 9 Gear shift lever MT page 7 14 Selector lever AT page 7 16 10 Climate control page 4 1 11 Cruise control page 7 36 12 Horn page 3 41 13 SRS ai...

Page 17: ...33 3 Windshield washer page 3 33 4 Rear window wiper and washer switch page 3 33 5 Wiper control lever page 3 31 6 Light control switch page 3 27 7 Fog light switch page 3 30 8 Headlight ON OFF page 3...

Page 18: ...l gauge page 3 12 2 Tachometer page 3 11 3 Speedometer page 3 10 4 Trip meter A B selection and trip meter reset knob page 3 9 5 Odometer and trip meter page 3 10 6 Selector lever and gear position in...

Page 19: ...ter page 3 10 3 Fuel gauge page 3 12 4 Trip meter A B selection and trip meter reset knob page 3 9 5 Odometer and trip meter page 3 10 6 Selector lever and gear position indicator AT models page 3 24...

Page 20: ...page 3 12 2 Tachometer page 3 11 3 Speedometer page 3 10 4 Trip meter A B selection and trip meter reset knob page 3 9 5 Odometer and trip meter page 3 10 6 Selector lever and gear position indicator...

Page 21: ...meter page 3 10 3 Fuel gauge page 3 12 4 Trip meter A B selection and trip meter reset knob page 3 9 5 Odometer and trip meter page 3 10 6 Selector lever and gear position indicator AT models page 3 2...

Page 22: ...ng light 3 19 Brake system warning light 3 20 Door open warning light 3 21 All Wheel Drive warning light AT vehicles 3 21 Hill start assist warning light 3 21 Vehicle Dynamics Con trol operation indic...

Page 23: ...Tire changing tools 1 Jack page 9 4 page 9 19 2 Jack handle page 9 4 page 9 18 3 Spare tire page 9 2 page 9 4 21...

Page 24: ...on operation 2 18 Passive arming Operation Non operation Non operation 2 17 Dome light illumination ON OFF OFF 2 14 Remote keyless entry sys tem Hazard warning flasher Operation Non operation Operatio...

Page 25: ...rs 1 20 System servicing 1 21 Precautions against vehicle modification 1 22 Child restraint systems 1 22 Where to place a child restraint system 1 23 Choosing a child restraint system 1 25 Installing...

Page 26: ...l 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 WARNING Put children aged 12 and under in...

Page 27: ...e The seatback placed in a reclined position can spring back upward with force when released When operating the reclining lever to return the seatback hold it lightly so that it may be raised back gra...

Page 28: ...t s ears WARNING Never drive the vehicle with the head restraints removed because they are designed to reduce the risk of serious neck injury in the event that the vehicle is struck from the rear Acti...

Page 29: ...or HI position on the switch as desired depending on the temperature Selecting the HI position will cause the seat to heat up quicker The indicator located on the switch comes on when the seat heater...

Page 30: ...lap belt sliding up over the abdomen will increase and both can result in serious internal injury or death WARNING Never stack luggage or other cargo higher than the top of the seatback because it cou...

Page 31: ...the head restraint is closest to the top of the occupant s ears When the seats are not occupied lower the head restraints to improve rearward visibility Rear center seating position CAUTION The head...

Page 32: ...being thrown around inside the vehicle and causing serious injury during a sudden stop a sudden steering maneu ver or a rapid acceleration 4 door models 1 Lower the head restraints 2 Unlock the seatba...

Page 33: ...death could result Replace all seatbelt assemblies including retractors and attach ing hardware worn by occupants of a vehicle that has been in a serious accident The entire as sembly should be repla...

Page 34: ...ot 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 shoulder belt under the child s arm or behind the chil...

Page 35: ...their seat belts by illuminating the warning lights in the locations indicated in the following illustration and sounding a chime Driver s warning light Turbo models Driver s warning light Non Turbo...

Page 36: ...d forward position and seatback not being locked into place securely If any of them are not locked securely adjust them again For adjusting procedure refer to the Front seats section in chapter 1 If t...

Page 37: ...that has been closed up in sunny weath er they could burn an occupant Do not touch such hot parts until they cool Front seatbelts 1 Adjust the seat position Driver s seat Adjust the seatback to the up...

Page 38: ...shoulder 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 b...

Page 39: ...fastening the seatbelt Push the button on the buckle Before closing the door make sure that the belts are retracted properly to avoid catching the belt webbing in the door Rear center seatbelt 1 Cente...

Page 40: ...a shoulder belt with the connector s tongue plate not fastened to the connec tor s buckle on the right hand side it cannot properly restrain the wear er in position in an accident possi bly resulting...

Page 41: ...l then pull it out slowly again 4 Insert the center seatbelt tongue plate into the center seatbelt buckle marked CENTER on the left hand side until it clicks 5 To make the lap part tight pull up on th...

Page 42: ...uld hold the webbing end and guide it back into the retractor while it is rolling up Insert the connector tongue into the belt holder 5 door models CAUTION Do not allow the retractor to roll up the se...

Page 43: ...e slack so that the belt more effectively restrains the front seat occupant When a seatbelt pretensioner is activated an operating noise will be heard and a small amount of smoke will be released Thes...

Page 44: ...equired ser vicing of front seatbelt retractors equipped with seatbelt preten sioners see your nearest SUBARU dealer When discarding front seatbelt retractor assemblies or scrap ping the entire vehicl...

Page 45: ...function in the seatbelt pretensioners and or SRS airbag system Immediately take your vehi cle to your nearest SUBARU dealer to have the system checked Unless checked and properly repaired the seatbel...

Page 46: ...inches snow plow skid plate etc other than genu ine SUBARU accessory parts to the front end Modification of the suspension system or front end structure Installation of a tire of different size and co...

Page 47: ...ects inside the vehicle Additionally holding a child in your lap or arms in the front seat exposes that child to another serious danger Since the SRS airbag deploys with considerable speed and force t...

Page 48: ...of the seat cushion and can be securely retained using the seatbelt If it is unavoidable to install a child restraint system in the rear seat s center seating position lower the center head restraint...

Page 49: ...urn a small child Check the child restraint system before you place a child in it Do not leave an unsecured child restraint system in your vehicle Unsecured child restraint sys tems can be thrown arou...

Page 50: ...side to side to check if it is firmly secured Sometimes a child restraint can be more firmly secured by pushing it down into the seat cushion and then tightening the seatbelt 7 Pull at the shoulder p...

Page 51: ...5 Pull out the seatbelt fully from the retractor to change the retractor over from the Emergency Locking Retractor ELR to the Automatic Locking Retractor ALR function Then allow the belt to rewind int...

Page 52: ...WARNING 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 you place a c...

Page 53: ...ld s back If an accident occurs this can increase the risk or severity of injury to the child The seatbelt should fit snugly in order to provide full restraint Loose fitting belts are not as effective...

Page 54: ...an accident may be in creased Some types of child restraint systems can be installed on the rear seat of your vehicle without use of the seatbelts Such child restraint systems are secured to the desi...

Page 55: ...rs 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 syst...

Page 56: ...to move seat back and forth and right and left 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 que...

Page 57: ...seat Three upper anchorages are installed on the rear shelf behind the rear seat 5 door 1 For left seat 2 For center seat For the Latin American models a tether anchorage is not pro vided in this cent...

Page 58: ...system 5 door 1 Remove the headrest at the window side seating position where the child restraint system has been installed with the lower anchorages or seatbelt lift up the headrest while pressing th...

Page 59: ...ons The supplemental restraint system SRS consists of six airbags The configurations are as follows Driver s and front passenger s frontal airbags Driver s and front passenger s side airbags Curtain a...

Page 60: ...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 Do not place any objects over or near the SRS airb...

Page 61: ...rbag deploys with consid erable force and can injure or even kill the child CAUTION When the SRS airbag deploys some smoke will be released This smoke could cause breath ing problems for people with a...

Page 62: ...ring yellow 11 Seatbelt pretensioner driver s side 12 Seatbelt pretensioner front passenger s side 13 Curtain airbag sensor rear wheel house right hand side 14 Curtain airbag sensor rear wheel house l...

Page 63: ...ing labels and tag Always wear your seatbelt The Subaru advanced frontal airbag system is a supplemental restraint system and must be used in combination with a seatbelt All occupants should wear a se...

Page 64: ...the 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 possible and sit upright and well back in...

Page 65: ...e the front passenger s SRS frontal airbag even when the driver s SRS frontal airbag deploys This is normal Observe the following precautions Failure to do so may prevent the Subaru ad vanced frontal...

Page 66: ...the system check both indicators extinguish for 2 seconds After that one of the indicators illuminates depending on the status of the front passenger s SRS frontal airbag determined by the Subaru adv...

Page 67: ...by a child Do not place any article on the seat other than the child occupant and a child restraint system Do not place more than one child on the seat Do not install any accessory such as a table or...

Page 68: ...tions in which front passen ger s SRS frontal airbag is activated The front passenger s SRS frontal airbag will be activated for deployment upon impact when any of the following condi tions are met re...

Page 69: ...anging or moving any parts of the front seats rear seat seatbelts front bumper front side frame radiator panel instrument panel combination meter steering wheel steering column tire suspension or floo...

Page 70: ...d ing on the total load on the front passen ger s seat monitored by the front passen ger s occupant detection system weight sensor For this reason only the driver s SRS frontal airbag may deploy in th...

Page 71: ...ng so can cause burns because the components can be very hot as a result of deployment The driver s SRS frontal airbag and front passenger s SRS frontal airbag are de signed to deploy in the event of...

Page 72: ...irbag s will de ploy Only the driver s SRS frontal airbag or both driver s and front passenger s SRS frontal airbags may be activated when the vehicle sustains a hard impact in the undercarriage area...

Page 73: ...frontal airbag s is unlikely to occur 1 The vehicle strikes an object such as a telephone pole or sign pole 2 The vehicle slides under the load bed of a truck 3 The vehicle sustains an oblique offset...

Page 74: ...r 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 involved in a...

Page 75: ...y the seatbelt They do not do away with the need to fasten seatbelts It is also important to wear your seatbelt to help avoid injuries that can result when an occupant is not seated in a proper uprigh...

Page 76: ...e child seriously be cause his her head or arms or other parts of the body are too close to the SRS side airbag Since your vehicle is also equipped with a front passen ger s SRS frontal airbag childre...

Page 77: ...g In either case the result could be serious injuries Never hang or place coat hangers or other hard or pointed objects near the side windows If such items are present when the SRS curtain airbags dep...

Page 78: ...ollowing deployment then slowly deflates The SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag deploy even when no one occupies the seat on the side on which an impact is applied When the SRS side airbag and SRS...

Page 79: ...accident in which the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag will most likely de ploy A severe side impact near the front seat activates the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag Seat seatbelt and SR...

Page 80: ...ty 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 its side or roof There...

Page 81: ...s of such accidents are illustrated 1 First impact 2 Second impact A SRS curtain airbag B SRS side airbag In an accident where the vehicle is struck from the side more than once the SRS side airbag an...

Page 82: ...in airbag module right side Curtain airbag module left side Satellite safing sensor under the rear center seat Seatbelt pretensioner driver s side Seatbelt pretensioner front passen ger s side Seatbel...

Page 83: ...r wheel house on each side Under the rear center seat In the event that the SRS airbag is deployed replacement of the system should be performed only by an author ized SUBARU dealer When the compo nen...

Page 84: ...not advisable This could interfere with prop er operation of the SRS airbag system CAUTION Do not perform any of the following modifications Such modifications can interfere with proper operation of...

Page 85: ...c alarm 2 9 Selecting audible signal operation 2 9 Replacing the battery 2 10 Replacing lost transmitters 2 10 Alarm system 2 14 System operation 2 14 Activating and deactivating the alarm system 2 14...

Page 86: ...u lose your key or lock it inside the vehicle Immobilizer The immobilizer system is designed to prevent an unauthorized person from starting the engine Only keys registered with your vehicle s immobil...

Page 87: ...or any record of your key number in the vehicle CAUTION Do not place the key under direct sunlight or anywhere it may become hot Do not get the key wet If the key gets wet wipe it dry with a cloth im...

Page 88: ...ent 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 the keys re...

Page 89: ...e to open an unlocked door Always make sure that all doors and the rear gate for 5 door are closed before starting to drive WARNING Keep all doors locked when you drive especially when small chil dren...

Page 90: ...ehicle before locking the doors from the outside using the power door locking switches Key lock in prevention func tion This function prevents the doors from being locked with the key still in the ign...

Page 91: ...to operate the equip ment Two transmitters are provided for your vehicle The keyless entry system has the follow ing functions Locking and unlocking the doors and rear gate on the 5 door without a key...

Page 92: ...alert you that the doors or the rear gate trunk lid are not properly closed When you close the door it will automatically lock and then an electronic chirp will sound once and the turn signal lights...

Page 93: ...RU dealer for details Vehicle finder function Use this function to find your vehicle parked among many vehicles in a large parking lot Provided you are within 30 feet 10 meters of the vehicle pressing...

Page 94: ...ot let dust oil or water get on or in the transmitter when replacing the battery When the transmitter battery begins to get weak transmitter range will begin to decrease Replace the battery as soon as...

Page 95: ...e keyless entry system it is necessary to program the transmitter s code identifica tion number into the system A label showing the code is affixed to the bag containing the transmitter and another is...

Page 96: ...as the leftmost digit of the transmit ter code For example push the lock switch eight times if the leftmost digit of the code is 8 NOTE The electronic tone will stop sound ing when you start entering...

Page 97: ...rror occurs five times perform the procedure again starting with part 3 10 If you wish to program another trans mitter code into the system up to four transmitter codes can be programmed into the syst...

Page 98: ...sensors dealer option NOTE The alarm system can be set to trigger illumination of the dome light The dome light notification is deactivated as the factory setting A SUBARU dealer can activate the sys...

Page 99: ...ng for 30 seconds standby time the indi cator lights will then flash slowly twice approximately every 2 seconds indicat ing that the system has been armed for surveillance If any of the doors rear gat...

Page 100: ...lowing actions are done during the standby period the system will not switch to the surveil lance state Doors are unlocked using the remote transmitter Any door including the rear gate of a 5 door or...

Page 101: ...utomatically activate the alarm but WILL NOT automatically lock the doors In order to lock the doors you must either lock them as indicated in step 4 below or with the key once they have been closed F...

Page 102: ...trigger the alarm system when they sense impacts applied to the vehicle and when any of their electric wires are cut The alarm system causes the horn to sound and the turn signal lights to flash for...

Page 103: ...operating the power win dows be extremely careful to prevent anyone s fingers arms neck or head from being caught in the window Always lock the passengers win dows using the lock switch when children...

Page 104: ...he switch up lightly To close Pull the switch up lightly and hold it The window will close as long as the switch is held Operating the passengers windows To open the passengers windows push the approp...

Page 105: ...nk When leaving the vehicle either close all windows and lock all doors or cancel the inside trunk lid release Also make certain that the trunk is closed On hot or sunny days the tem perature in the t...

Page 106: ...Then push up the lid The handle is made of material that remains luminescent for approximately an hour in the dark trunk space after it is exposed to ambient light even for a short time WARNING Never...

Page 107: ...that case use the key to release the latch then close the trunk lid Also if the movement of the release handle feels restricted or not entirely smooth during operation or the handle and or handle base...

Page 108: ...injured CAUTION Do not jam a plastic bag in or place cellophane tape on the rear gate stays or scratch the stays while loading or unloading cargo That could cause leakage of gas from the stays which m...

Page 109: ...g light Malfunction indicator lamp 3 16 Coolant temperature low indicator light Non turbo models Coolant temperature high warning light Non turbo models 3 17 Charge warning light 3 17 Oil pressure war...

Page 110: ...Headlight flasher 3 28 Daytime running light system 3 29 Turn signal lever 3 29 Illumination brightness control 3 29 Front fog light switch if equipped 3 30 Wiper and washer 3 31 Windshield wiper and...

Page 111: ...c or LOCK posi tion thereby stopping the engine Also if the key is attached to a keyholder or to a large bunch of other keys centrifugal force may act on it as the vehicle moves resulting in unwanted...

Page 112: ...n this position 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 CAUTION Do not turn the ignition switch...

Page 113: ...of the position of the ignition switch To turn on the hazard warning flasher push the hazard warning button on the instrument panel To turn off the flasher push the button again NOTE When the hazard w...

Page 114: ...OTE Your vehicle s initial movement setting of the meter gauge needles has been set for activation at the time of shipment from the factory It is not possible to cancel the initial movement setting of...

Page 115: ...ero select the A trip or B trip meter by pushing 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 drivin...

Page 116: ...ank If while the fuel gauge is indicating the amount of fuel remaining in the tank you a do not press the trip knob for 10 seconds or b open and close the driver s door the fuel gauge indication will...

Page 117: ...ehicle as soon as possible Refer to In case of emergency in chapter 9 Meters and gauges Non tur bo models NOTE Liquid crystal displays are used in some of the meters and gauges in the combination mete...

Page 118: ...OTE Your vehicle s initial movement setting of the meter gauge needles has been set for activation at the time of shipment from the factory It is not possible to cancel the initial movement setting of...

Page 119: ...ro select the A trip or B trip meter by pushing 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...

Page 120: ...he trip knob while the ignition switch is in the LOCK or Acc position the fuel gauge will light up and indicate the amount of fuel remaining in the tank If while the fuel gauge is indicating the amoun...

Page 121: ...start assist warning light if equipped Door open warning light All Wheel Drive warning light AT ve hicles Vehicle Dynamics Control operation indicator light if equipped Vehicle Dynamics Control warnin...

Page 122: ...BARU dealer If there is no passenger on the front passenger s seat the seatbelt warning device for the front passenger s seat will be deactivated The front passenger s occupant detection system monito...

Page 123: ...ked Unless checked and properly repaired the seatbelt pretensioners and or SRS airbag will not operate properly in the event of a collision which may increase the risk of injury Flashing or flickering...

Page 124: ...vehicle s warranty If this light comes on steadily or blinks while the engine is running it may indicate that there is a problem or potential problem somewhere in the emission con trol system If the...

Page 125: ...n blue This blue illuminated light turns off when the engine is warmed up sufficiently If the engine is overheated this indicator light warning light illuminates in red im mediately At this time safel...

Page 126: ...el you should determine the proper inflation pressure for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system TPMS that illuminates a low tire...

Page 127: ...ur road wheels Contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible for tire and sensor replacement and or system resetting If the light illuminates steadily after blinking for approximately one minute prom...

Page 128: ...ARNING Driving with the brake system warning light on is dangerous This indicates your brake system may not be working properly If the light remains on have the brakes inspected by a SUBARU dealer imm...

Page 129: ...owed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair Low fuel warning light The low fuel warning light comes on when the tank is nearly empty approximately 2 6 US gal 10 0 liters or 2 2 Imp gal It only operat...

Page 130: ...trol OFF in dicator light if equipped This warning light has both the function of indicating faults in the Vehicle Dynamics Control system and the function of indicat ing that the Vehicle Dynamics Con...

Page 131: ...on when the Vehicle Dy namics Control OFF switch is pressed It also comes on when the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is deactivated NOTE The light may stay on for a while after the engine has been st...

Page 132: ...gear posi tion indicator AT models if equipped This indicator shows the position of the selector lever When the manual mode is selected the gear position indicator which shows the current gear selecti...

Page 133: ...es on when the headlight switch is placed in the or position Clock The time changes by 1 minute each time the button or button is pressed Pressing the button moves the dis played time forward while pr...

Page 134: ...eds in a traffic jam when the engine is restarted immediately following a shut down When the actual outside temperature falls outside the specified indicator range Road surface freeze warning indi cat...

Page 135: ...the indicated values may differ slightly from the actual values and should thus be treated only as a guide When either trip meter indication is reset the average fuel consumption corresponding to tha...

Page 136: ...to high beam push the turn signal lever forward When the headlights are on high beam the high beam indicator light on the instru ment panel is also on To switch back to low beam pull the lever back to...

Page 137: ...signal lever down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically If the lever does not return after cornering return the lever to the neutral position by hand To signal a lane change p...

Page 138: ...ly when the light switch is in the position However the front fog lights turn off when the headlights are switched to high beam To turn on the front fog lights turn the front fog light switch on the t...

Page 139: ...ause of ice or some other obstruction on the window the wiper motor could burn out even if the wiper switch is turned off If this occurs promptly stop the vehicle in a safe place turn the ignition swi...

Page 140: ...en you rinse with water If you cannot eliminate the streaking even after following this procedure replace the wiper blades with new ones For replacement instructions refer to the Replacement of wiper...

Page 141: ...ow wiper and washer switch 5 door Washer accompanied by wiper operation ON Normal OFF Park Washer Rear wiper To turn the rear wiper on turn the knob on the end of the wiper control lever upward to the...

Page 142: ...en the ignition switch is in the ON position The rear window defogger button is located on the climate control panel To turn on the defogger push the button To turn it off push the button again The in...

Page 143: ...stops operating CAUTION Do not use sharp instruments or window cleaner containing abra sives to clean the inner surface of the rear window They may damage the conductors printed on the window To preve...

Page 144: ...details Once the windshield wiper deicer has been set for continuous operation press ing the button results in continuous opera tion The windshield wiper deicer auto matically stops operating if any...

Page 145: ...s detect it and make the reflection surface of the mirror dimmer to help prevent you from being blinded For this reason use care not to cover the sensors with stickers or other similar items Periodica...

Page 146: ...will exit the zone setting mode Outside mirrors Convex mirror Passenger side WARNING Objects look smaller in a convex mirror and farther away than when viewed in a flat mirror Do not use the convex m...

Page 147: ...is turned to the Acc or LOCK position If defrosting or defogging is desired when you restart your vehicle you have to push the button to turn it on again NOTE While the outside mirror defogger is ope...

Page 148: ...is may cause loss of vehicle control and result in personal injury If the lever cannot be raised to the fixed position adjust the steering wheel again It is dan gerous to drive without locking the ste...

Page 149: ...Horn To sound the horn push the horn pad Instruments and controls 3 41...

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Page 151: ...Air inlet selection button 4 10 Air conditioner button 4 10 Temperature sensors 4 11 Operating tips for heater and air conditioner 4 12 Cleaning ventilation grille 4 12 Efficient cooling after parkin...

Page 152: ...4 2 Climate control Ventilator Air flow selection...

Page 153: ...humb 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 Refer to the Re...

Page 154: ...air mode 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 b...

Page 155: ...ioner button to defog the windshield quickly However the air conditioner indicator light does not come on at this time NOTE Warm air also comes out from the right and left air outlets To stop warm air...

Page 156: ...emperatures 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 button to the OFF position...

Page 157: ...tlets 1 Set the air inlet selection button to the OFF position 2 Set the air flow control dial to the position 3 Set the air conditioner button to the ON position 4 Set the temperature control dial to...

Page 158: ...temperature turns on the air conditioner compres sor automatically and the A C indi cator light on the control panel comes on Control panel 1 Temperature control dial 2 Fan speed control dial 3 Air f...

Page 159: ...approx 1228F 508C Temperature control dial This dial is used to set the desired interior temperature With the dial set to your desired temperature the system automa tically adjusts the temperature of...

Page 160: ...ndicator flashes twice The air inlet control is then adjusted automatically in accor dance with the air temperature inside and outside the passenger compartment the intensity of sunlight and other fac...

Page 161: ...sensors are delicate If they are not treated properly and become damaged the sys tem may not be able to control the interior temperature correctly To avoid damaging the sensors observe the following...

Page 162: ...conditioning system before summer sea son Check the air conditioner unit for refriger ant leaks hose conditions and proper operation each spring Have your SUBARU dealer perform this check Cooling and...

Page 163: ...For replacement use only a genuine SUBARU air filter kit Replacement schedule Every 12 months or 7 500 miles 12 000 km whichever comes first CAUTION Contact your SUBARU dealer if the following occurs...

Page 164: ...lter must point UP 4 Reinstall the glove box and connect the damper shaft 5 Close the glove box 6 LABEL installation 1 Fill out the information on the service label small 1 Service label 2 Attach the...

Page 165: ...air filter as shown in the illustration Climate control 4 15...

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Page 167: ...adio reception 5 13 Displaying satellite radio ID of tuner 5 13 Band selection 5 14 Channel and category selection 5 14 Channel preset 5 15 Display selection 5 16 CD player operation 5 16 How to inser...

Page 168: ...is a continental U S based satellite radio service that offers more than 160 coast to coast channels including music news sports talk and children s program ming XMTM provides digital quality audio a...

Page 169: ...reeway If you drive under a bridge If you are driving next to a tall vehicle such as a truck or a bus that blocks the signal If you are driving in a valley where the surrounding hills or peaks block t...

Page 170: ...lt your SUBARU dealer before installing a citizen band radio or other transmitting device in your vehicle Such devices may cause the electronic control system to malfunction if they are incorrectly in...

Page 171: ...o set if equipped The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the Acc or ON position Power and sound controls refer to page 5 7 Radio operation refer to page 5 10 Satellite radio op...

Page 172: ...the ignition switch is in the Acc or ON position Power and sound controls refer to page 5 7 Radio operation refer to page 5 10 Satellite radio operation if equipped refer to page 5 13 CD compact disc...

Page 173: ...follow ing sequence Choose the desired level for each mode by turning the sound control dial The control function returns to the tune track channel control mode after approxi mately 5 seconds Other so...

Page 174: ...displayed on the screen NOTE SRS CS Auto creates a 5 1ch equiva lent surround field using 10 speakers that are installed in the vehicle SRS CS Auto features 1 Sound originating from door mount speake...

Page 175: ...sound For more bass sound Midrange control 8 to 8 0 For less midrange sound For more midrange sound Treble control 8 to 8 0 For less treble sound For more treble sound Balance L9 to R9 0 Right channel...

Page 176: ...ning frequency and turn the TUNE dial counterclockwise to decrease it Each time the dial is turned the frequency interval can be changed between 10 kHz in the AM mode and 0 2 MHz in the FM mode Stereo...

Page 177: ...eakened by distance from the station or proximity to tall buildings and hills PTY Program type group tuning only FM reception Press the PTY CAT button to change to the PTY selection mode At this time...

Page 178: ...or longer press and hold the TEXT button for 0 5 second or longer in order to change the page Station preset How to preset stations 1 Press the FM AM button to select FM1 FM2 FM3 or AM reception 2 Pr...

Page 179: ...ound quality and to have a greater variety of channels to choose from more than 160 channels with the relevant subscription Use of satellite radio Sirius requires a tuner antenna and a service contrac...

Page 180: ...number after performing the above operation Band selection Push the SAT button when the radio is off to turn on the radio Push the SAT button when the radio is on to select SAT1 SAT2 or SAT3 recep ti...

Page 181: ...station for 5 seconds while displaying the channel number after which scanning will continue until the entire channel has been scanned from the low end to the high end Press the SCAN button again to c...

Page 182: ...plays CHECK DISC Refer to the When the following mes sages are displayed section in this chapter If a disc is inserted during a radio broadcast the disc will interrupt the broadcast After the last son...

Page 183: ...gin to play back the first track of the disc To insert more discs in succession repeat Steps 1 and 2 The magazine will be loaded with discs in the ascending order of position number If you do not inse...

Page 184: ...onds the player will produce beep sound and will enter the full disc loading mode 2 When the disc number indicator flashes and ALL LOAD indicator illumi nates insert a disc within 15 seconds If a disc...

Page 185: ...l clockwise to skip to the beginning of the next track file track Each time the dial is turned the indicated track file track number will increase NOTE In an MP3 or WMA folder skipping past the last t...

Page 186: ...g with the first track file track Fast reversing Press the side of the SEEK button continuously to fast reverse the disc folder Release the button to stop fast reversing NOTE If you fast reverse to th...

Page 187: ...ton for 0 5 second or longer while the track file is playing Each time you press the button the mode changes in the following sequences NOTE The RDM indication refers to the random playback of the tra...

Page 188: ...of the TUNE TRACK button Turn the TRACK dial Press the or side of the SEEK SCAN button Press the button Press the disc select button Select the radio or AUX mode Press the LOAD button when there is f...

Page 189: ...e first track file track How to eject a CD from the player type A When a disc is being played back or when a disc is in the player press the eject button The disc will be ejected NOTE Avoid driving th...

Page 190: ...ou press the button while the player is in all disc ejection mode the mode will be cancelled following ejection of the disc that is currently being ejected If you press the CD button or LOAD button wh...

Page 191: ...cle s speaker Connect the portable audio player and push the AUX button For the audio input jack a stereo mini pin plug 3 5 can be connected For detailed information see the Owner s Manual of the port...

Page 192: ...s off the steering wheel MODE button This button is used to select the desired audio mode Each time it is pressed the mode changes to the next one in the following sequence 1 The frequency last receiv...

Page 193: ...volume Press the button to reduce the volume A number indicating the volume will be shown on the audio display MUTE button Press this button if you wish to immedi ately cut the volume to zero The audi...

Page 194: ...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 Use a clean disc whenever...

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Page 197: ...enger s cup holder if equipped 6 5 Bottle holders 6 6 Accessory power outlets 6 6 Use with a cigarette lighter Canada only if equipped 6 7 Ashtray if equipped 6 8 Floor mat if equipped 6 9 Shopping ba...

Page 198: ...ght stays on can be changed by a SUBARU dealer Contact your SUBARU dealer for details OFF The light stays off OFF DELAY function When the dome light switch is in the DOOR position the dome light illum...

Page 199: ...visors To block out glare swing down the visors To use the sun visor at a side window swing it down and move it sideways Vanity mirror if equipped CAUTION Keep the vanity mirror cover closed while the...

Page 200: ...tore spray cans contain ers with flammable or corrosive liquids or any other dangerous items in the storage compart ment Glove box 1 Lock 2 Unlock To open the glove box pull the handle To close it pus...

Page 201: ...you are driving as this may distract you and lead to an accident A dual cup holder is built in the center console beside the parking brake lever Rear passenger s cup holder if equipped CAUTION When n...

Page 202: ...pocket make sure it is capped Otherwise the beverage could spill when opening closing the door or while driving and if the beverage is hot it could scald you The door pocket equipped on each door trim...

Page 203: ...r less Outlet in the center console 120W or less When using appliances con nected to two outlets simulta neously the total power con sumed by them must not exceed 120W Overloading the accessory power...

Page 204: ...cell phone that may damage the portion of the socket s internal mechanism that causes a cigar ette lighter plug to pop out after its lighter element is heated Therefore do not place a cigar ette light...

Page 205: ...grommets over the pins and pushing them downward CAUTION Make sure the driver s floor mat is placed back in its proper location and correctly secured on its retain ing pins Also do not use more than o...

Page 206: ...shown To rewind it unhook it from the catches and it will rewind automatically You should hold on to the cover and guide it back into the cover housing while it is rewinding WARNING Do not place anyt...

Page 207: ...o shorten the cover s length 2 Insert the projections located on the both ends of the sleeve into the recesses of the retainers Cargo tie down hooks 5 door if equipped The cargo area is equipped with...

Page 208: ...orage compartment is located under the floor of the trunk 4 door or the cargo area 5 door and it can be used to store small items To open the lid pull the tab up NOTE For 4 door models when storing a...

Page 209: ...7 Selector lever reverse inhibiting function 7 18 Selection of manual mode 7 19 Maximum speeds 7 20 Driving tips 7 21 SPORT mode 7 21 Shift lock release 7 22 Power steering 7 23 Braking 7 23 Braking t...

Page 210: ...Starting and operating Cruise control indicator light 7 40 Cruise control set indicator light 7 40...

Page 211: ...ly Unleaded gasoline The neck of the fuel filler pipe is designed to accept only an unleaded gasoline filler nozzle Under no circumstances should leaded gasoline be used because it will damage the emi...

Page 212: ...As additional guidance only use fuels suited for your vehicle as explained in the following description Fuel should be unleaded and have an octane rating no lower than that specified in this manual Me...

Page 213: ...it slowly counterclockwise WARNING Gasoline vapor is highly flam mable Before refueling always first stop the engine and close all vehicle doors and windows Make sure that there are no lighted cigare...

Page 214: ...ehicle If the fuel filler cap is not tightened until it clicks or if the tether is caught under the cap the CHECK ENGINE warning light may come on Refer to the Warning and indicator lights section in...

Page 215: ...two wheel dy namometer There are some states that use four wheel dynamometers in their testing programs When properly used that equipment will not damage an AWD Subaru vehicle Under no circumstances...

Page 216: ...he adjustment of the seat 6 Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors 7 Fasten your seatbelt Check that your passengers have fastened their seatbelts 8 Check the operation of the warning...

Page 217: ...position for approximately 10 seconds before starting the engine Automatic transmission ve hicle 1 Apply the parking brake 2 Turn off unnecessary lights and ac cessories 3 Shift the selector lever to...

Page 218: ...ng vehicle into the P posi tion Stopping the engine The ignition switch should be turned off only when the vehicle is stopped and the engine is idling WARNING Do not stop the engine when the vehicle i...

Page 219: ...gine idle speed has reached a level over 3 000 rpm The alarm is triggered by opening a door or the rear gate NOTE The security indicator light on the dashboard will stop flashing while under remote en...

Page 220: ...te transmitter program ming and programmable fea ture option New transmitters can be programmed to the engine starter system in the event that remote transmitters are lost stolen or damaged The remote...

Page 221: ...three years depending on usage When the batteries begin to weaken you will notice a decrease in range distance from the vehicle that your remote control operates Follow the instructions below to chang...

Page 222: ...The shift pattern is shown on the shift lever knob When shifting from 5th gear to reverse gear first return the shift lever to the neutral position then shift into reverse gear To change gears fully d...

Page 223: ...e gear which is about to be selected Failure to observe this precaution can lead to engine over revving and this in turn can result in engine damage In addition sudden application of engine brakes whe...

Page 224: ...verheat Avoid shifting from one of the forward driving positions into the R position or vice versa until the vehicle has completely stopped Such shifting may cause damage to the transmis sion When par...

Page 225: ...t is started R Reverse This position is for backing the vehicle To shift from the N to R position stop the vehicle completely then move the lever to the R position When the ignition switch has been tu...

Page 226: ...raking to work Reacceleration for a short time will cause the transmission to upshift normally NOTE A 4th to 3rd automatic downshift will not occur at speeds above 50 mph 80 km h and a 3rd to 2nd auto...

Page 227: ...then move it to the end or end of the manual gate to select manual mode 1 Upshift indicator 2 Downshift indicator 3 Gear position indicator When the manual mode is selected the gear position indicato...

Page 228: ...ure of the automatic transmission fluid becomes too high the AT OIL TEMP warning light will come on and upshifts to 4th gear will not be possible Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and let t...

Page 229: ...g brake when the vehicle is stopped in the D or R position Always set the parking brake when parking your vehicle Do not hold the vehicle with only the transmission Do not keep the vehicle in a statio...

Page 230: ...n with the brake pedal depressed 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 engine 2 Take out the screwdrive...

Page 231: ...foot braking When descend ing a grade if only the foot brake is used the brakes may start working improperly because of brake fluid overheating caused by overheated brake pads To help prevent this sh...

Page 232: ...e and gener ates a greater braking force You might hear clicking knocking sounds around brake pedal Disc brake pad wear warning indicators The disc brake pad wear warning indica tors on the disc brake...

Page 233: ...rbo models Non turbo models The ABS warning light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and goes out after approximately 2 seconds This is an indication that the ABS system is...

Page 234: ...The EBD system maximizes the effective ness of the brakes by allowing the rear brakes to supply a greater proportion of the braking force It functions by adjusting the distribution of braking force to...

Page 235: ...nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected 6 If the brake fluid level is below the MIN mark DO NOT drive the vehicle Instead have the vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair WA...

Page 236: ...vent spinning of the driving wheels on slippery road surfaces thereby helping to maintain traction and directional control Activation of this function is shown by steady illumination of the Vehicle Dy...

Page 237: ...f these precautions are not observed and non matching tires are used it is quite possible that the Vehicle Dy namics Control system will be unable to operate correctly as intended Always turn off the...

Page 238: ...turns on while the vehicle is being driven When a malfunction has occurred in the Vehicle Dynamics Control electrical system only the warning light will turn on In such an event the ABS will still be...

Page 239: ...e passed to allow the engine to heat up sufficiently Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch Pressing the switch to deactivate the Vehicle Dynamics Control system can facilitate the following operations a...

Page 240: ...is installed in each wheel when tire pressure is severely low The tire pressure monitoring system will activate only when the vehicle is driven at speeds above 20 mph 32 km h Also this system may not...

Page 241: ...y after blinking for approxi mately one minute This indicates the TPMS is unable to monitor all four road wheels Contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible for tire and sensor replacement and or s...

Page 242: ...N Never drive while the parking brake is set because this will cause un necessary wear on the brake lin ings Before starting to drive always make sure that the parking brake has been fully released Pa...

Page 243: ...n the vehicle could die from carbon monoxide CO con tained in the exhaust gas CAUTION If your vehicle has a front under spoiler and rear underspoiler both optional pay attention to blocks and other ob...

Page 244: ...d If the braking power of the Hill start assist system is insufficient after the brake pedal is released apply more braking power by pressing the brake pedal again Cruise control Cruise control enable...

Page 245: ...i nation meter will come on 2 Depress the accelerator pedal until the vehicle reaches the desired speed 3 Push the SET COAST button and release it Then release the accelerator pedal Turbo models Non t...

Page 246: ...transmission vehicles only The indicator light in the combination meter goes off when the cruise control is canceled To resume the cruise control after it has been temporarily canceled and with vehi c...

Page 247: ...ccurs because the cruise control system unit regards this operation as that intended to decrease the vehicle speed To decrease the speed by button Push the SET COAST button and hold it until the vehic...

Page 248: ...rning the ignition switch ON the cruise control func tion is deactivated and the cruise control indicator light flashes To re activate the cruise control function turn the ignition switch back to the...

Page 249: ...comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and goes out after approximately 3 seconds The light comes on when vehicle speed has been set Starting and operating 7 41...

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Page 251: ...road driving 8 6 All AWD models except OUTBACK 8 6 OUTBACK 8 6 Winter driving 8 8 Operation during cold weather 8 8 Driving on snowy and icy roads 8 9 Corrosion protection 8 10 Snow tires 8 10 Tire c...

Page 252: ...e 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 the tire placard which is located unde...

Page 253: ...HC CO and NOx in exhaust gases thus providing cleaner exhaust To avoid damage to the catalytic conver ter Use only unleaded fuel Even a small amount of leaded fuel will damage the catalytic converter...

Page 254: ...n at all times always have the recom mended maintenance services listed in the maintenance schedule in the War ranty and Maintenance Booklet per formed at the specified time or mileage intervals Drivi...

Page 255: ...tires listed on the tire placard Using other sizes circumference or construction may result in severe mechanical damage to the drive train of your vehicle and may affect ride handling braking speedom...

Page 256: ...next section applicable to the OUTBACK for general guidance But please keep in mind that your vehicle s off road capabil ities are more limited than those of the OUTBACK Never attempt to drive throug...

Page 257: ...underbody Clear off any such matter from the underbody If the vehicle is used with these materials trapped or adhering to the underbody a mechanical breakdown or fire could occur Secure all cargo carr...

Page 258: ...e Washer Fluid Con centration Freezing Temperature 30 10 48F 128C 50 48F 208C 100 498F 458C In order to prevent freezing of washer fluid check the freezing temperatures in the table above when adjusti...

Page 259: ...ent moisture from forming in the fuel system and the risk of its freezing use of an antifreeze additive in the fuel tank is recommended during cold weather Use only additives that are specifically des...

Page 260: ...flasher to alert other drivers We recommend use of non freezing type wiper blades winter blades during the seasons you could have snow and sub zero temperatures Blades of this type give superior wipi...

Page 261: ...owing because of lack of clearance between the tires and vehicle body All models P205 55R16 and P205 50R17 tires Rocking the vehicle If you must rock the vehicle to free it from snow sand or mud depre...

Page 262: ...ding can shorten the life of your vehicle Do not place anything on the rear shelf behind the rear seatback for 4 door or the extended car go area cover for 5 door Such items could tumble forward in th...

Page 263: ...ay exceed the GAWR depending on the distribution of the luggage When possible the load should be evenly distributed throughout the vehicle If you carry heavy loads in the vehicle you should confirm th...

Page 264: ...all cargo Installing carrying attachments on the crossbars When installing any carrying attachment such as a bike carrier ski carrier kayak carrier cargo basket etc on the cross bars follow the manuf...

Page 265: ...vehicle SUBARU assumes no responsibility for injuries or vehicle damage that may result from trailer towing from any trailer towing equipment or from any errors or omissions in the instructions accom...

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Page 267: ...ump starting 9 10 How to jump start 9 11 Engine overheating 9 13 If steam is coming from the engine compartment 9 13 If no steam is coming from the engine compartment 9 13 Towing 9 13 Towing and tie d...

Page 268: ...WARNING When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel rim is replaced without the original pressure sensor transmitter being transferred the low tire pres sure warning light will illuminate steadily after...

Page 269: ...When the wear indicator appears on the tread replace the tire The temporary spare tire must be used only on a rear wheel If a front wheel tire gets punctured replace the wheel with a rear wheel and in...

Page 270: ...ad surface The jack can come out of the jacking point or sink into the ground and this can result in a severe accident Use only the jack provided with your vehicle The jack supplied with the vehicle i...

Page 271: ...jack handle and wheel nut wrench The spare tire and the tools are stored under the floor of the trunk or cargo area Take them out according to the following procedure To take out the jack handle 1 4...

Page 272: ...ut wrench 3 Tool bag Take out the jack from the tool bucket and take out the wheel nut wrench from tool bag NOTE Make sure that the jack is well lubri cated before using it To take out the spare tire...

Page 273: ...e sill at the front or rear jack up point closest to the flat tire Turn the jackscrew by hand until the jack head engages firmly into the jack up point 8 Insert the jack handle into the jack screw and...

Page 274: ...e 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 equivalent to a...

Page 275: ...g speed Then slowly pull off the road to a safe place Otherwise an acci dent involving serious vehicle da mage and serious personal injury could occur Check the pressure for all four tires and adjust...

Page 276: ...Never attempt jump starting if the discharged battery is frozen It could cause the battery to burst or explode Whenever working on or around a battery always wear suitable eye protectors and remove m...

Page 277: ...the negative terminal is grounded 2 If the booster battery is in another vehicle do not let the two vehicles touch 3 Turn off all unnecessary lights and accessories 4 Connect the jumper cables exactl...

Page 278: ...r battery 4 Connect the other end of the cable to the strut mounting nut of the vehicle with the discharged battery Make sure that the cables are not near any moving parts and that the cable clamps ar...

Page 279: ...erature warning light illumi nates turn off the engine 4 After the engine has fully cooled down check the coolant level in the reserve tank If the coolant level is below the LOW mark add coolant up to...

Page 280: ...the tool bag Take the jack handle out of the trunk 4 door or cargo area 5 door 2 Pry off the cover on the front bumper using a screwdriver and you will find a threaded hole for attaching the towing ho...

Page 281: ...ing hook 3 Screw the towing hook into the thread hole until its thread can no longer be seen 4 Tighten the towing hook securely using the jack handle After towing remove the towing hook from the vehic...

Page 282: ...smission vehicles 2 Pull up the parking brake lever firmly 3 Secure the vehicle onto the carrier properly with safety chains Each safety chain should be equally tightened and care must be taken not to...

Page 283: ...f the vehicle is towed with the engine running For vehicles with automatic transmission the traveling speed must be limited to less than 20 mph 30 km h and the traveling distance to less than 31 miles...

Page 284: ...rear gate from outside by raising the rear gate handle Maintenance tools Your vehicle is equipped with the following maintenance tools Jack Jack handle Screwdriver Towing hook eye bolt Wheel nut wrenc...

Page 285: ...k and towing hook are stored in the tool bucket that is located in the recess of the spare tire wheel under the floor of the trunk 4 door or the cargo area 5 door The screwdriver and wheel nut wrench...

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Page 287: ...on 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 Leather seat materials 10 5 Synthetic leather upholstery 10 5 Climate...

Page 288: ...rt off with a wet sponge and plenty of lukewarm or cold water Do not wash the vehicle with hot water and in direct sunlight Salt chemicals insects tar soot tree sap and bird droppings should be washed...

Page 289: ...d lightly polish the surface with a fine grained compound Never polish just the affected area but include the surrounding area as well Always polish in only one direction A No 2000 grain compound is r...

Page 290: ...wash the vehicle promptly after driving on any of the following surfaces roads that have been salted to prevent them from freezing in winter mud sand or gravel coastal roads After the winter has ended...

Page 291: ...ter to penetrate the stitched seams A mild detergent suitable for cleaning woolen fabrics may be used to remove difficult dirt spots rubbing with a soft dry cloth afterwards to restore the luster If y...

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Page 293: ...ransmission fluid 11 20 Checking the fluid level 11 20 Recommended fluid 11 21 Front differential gear oil AT vehicles 11 21 Checking the oil level 11 21 Recommended grade and viscosity 11 22 Rear dif...

Page 294: ...des 11 39 Windshield wiper blade assembly 11 39 Windshield wiper blade rubber 11 40 Rear window wiper blade assembly 11 41 Rear window wiper blade rubber 11 41 Battery 11 42 Fuses 11 43 Main fuse 11 4...

Page 295: ...so will result in transmission damage and in uncontrolled vehicle movement and may cause an accident or injuries to persons nearby Always select a safe area when performing maintenance on your vehicle...

Page 296: ...Always let the engine cool down Engine parts become very hot when the engine is running and remain hot for some time after the engine is stopped Do not spill engine oil engine coolant brake fluid or a...

Page 297: ...od to a height of approxi mately 5 9 in 15 cm above its closed position and then let it drop 2 After closing the hood be sure the hood is securely locked If this does not close the hood release it fro...

Page 298: ...vel 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 43 7 Battery page 11 42 8 Windsh...

Page 299: ...oir page 11 26 4 Automatic transmission fluid level gauge page 11 20 5 Brake fluid reservoir page 11 25 6 Fuse box page 11 43 7 Battery page 11 42 8 Windshield washer tank page 11 38 9 Engine oil fill...

Page 300: ...e tails If the oil consumption rate seems abnormally high after the break in period for example more than 1 quart per 1 200 miles or 1 liter per 2 000 kilometers contact your SUBARU deal er Checking t...

Page 301: ...changed more frequently than listed in the maintenance schedule when driving on dusty roads when short trips are frequently made or when driving in extremely cold weather 1 Warm up the engine by letti...

Page 302: ...ped up the oil could cause a fire 11 Reinstall under cover 12 Pour engine oil through the filler neck Oil capacity guideline 4 2 US qt 4 0 liters 3 5 Imp qt The oil quantity indicated above is only gu...

Page 303: ...ark In choosing an oil you want the proper quality and viscosity as well as one that will add to fuel economy The following table lists the recommended viscosities and applicable temperatures When add...

Page 304: ...t which pro vides protection against freezing down to 338F 368C Subaru engines use aluminum components that require the anti corrosive and anti freeze properties of Subaru Genuine Coolant which is spe...

Page 305: ...ired 3 After refilling the reserve tank and the radiator reinstall the caps and check that the rubber gaskets inside the radiator cap are in the proper position CAUTION Be careful not to spill engine...

Page 306: ...ls 1 Fill up to this level Turbo models 1 Fill up to this level 5 Slowly pour the coolant and fill up to just below the filler neck allowing enough room to add genuine Subaru cooling system conditione...

Page 307: ...0 to 608C If there is any loss of coolant add coolant to the radiator s filler neck and to the reserve tank s FULL level 10 Put the radiator cap and reservoir cap back on and tighten firmly Air cleane...

Page 308: ...or that is attached to the top of the air cleaner case 2 Loosen the screw of the clamp and pull the air intake boot out of the air cleaner case 3 Unsnap the two clips holding the air cleaner case cove...

Page 309: ...leaner case cover 4 Open the air cleaner case cover and remove the air cleaner element 5 Clean the inside of the air cleaner cover and case with a damp cloth and install a new air cleaner element 6 To...

Page 310: ...d in the correct order Recommended spark plugs Non turbo models FR5AP 11 NGK Turbo models SILFR6A NGK Drive belts 1 Power steering pump pulley 2 Front side belt 3 Alternator 4 Air conditioner compress...

Page 311: ...dealer Manual transmission oil Checking the oil level Non turbo model 1 Yellow handle Turbo model 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface and stop the engine 2 Pull out the dipstick wipe it clean and in...

Page 312: ...checking the level of hot fluid and cold fluid on the dipstick Though the fluid level can be checked without warming up the fluid on the COLD range it is recommended to check the fluid level when the...

Page 313: ...e and or a fire If automatic transmission fluid gets on the exhaust pipe be sure to wipe it off Recommended fluid Use one of the following types of auto matic transmission fluid Genuine Subaru Automat...

Page 314: ...ial gear oil when adding it If oil touches the exhaust pipe it may cause a bad smell smoke and or a fire If oil gets on the exhaust pipe be sure to wipe it off Recommended grade and viscosity Each oil...

Page 315: ...rear differential 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...

Page 316: ...il level is between COLD MIN and COLD MAX on the surface of the reservoir tank 3 If the fluid level is lower than the applicable MIN line add the recom mended fluid as necessary to bring the level bet...

Page 317: ...th clean water For safety when performing this work wearing eye protection is advisable Brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air Any absorbed moist ure can cause a dangerous loss of braking performan...

Page 318: ...horoughly with clean water For safety when performing this work wearing eye protection is advisable CAUTION Clutch fluid absorbs moisture from the air Any absorbed moist ure can cause improper clutch...

Page 319: ...edal height should not change 4 Start the engine again and run for approximately one minute then turn it off Depress the brake pedal several times to check the brake booster The brake booster operates...

Page 320: ...h a force of approxi mately 66 lbs 294 N 30 kg and measure the distance between the upper surface of the pedal pad and the floor When the measurement is smaller than the specification or when the peda...

Page 321: ...s released 3 Then make sure the vehicle starts climbing the grade by following the normal starting procedures If the Hill start assist system does not operate as described above contact with your SUBA...

Page 322: ...for the parking brake to cool down Repeat this proce dure 5 Check the parking brake stroke If the parking brake stroke is out of the specified range adjust it by turning the adjusting nut located on...

Page 323: ...Also this system may not react immediately to a sudden drop in tire pressure for example a blow out caused by running over a sharp object If you adjust the tire pressures in a warm garage and will th...

Page 324: ...riefly after the ignition switch is turned ON or the light illuminates steadily after blink ing for approximately one minute you should have your Tire Pressure Monitoring System checked at a SUBARU de...

Page 325: ...y long journey Check the tire pressures when the tires are cold Use a pressure gauge to adjust the tire pressures to the values shown on the tire placard The tire placard is located on the door pillar...

Page 326: ...sure 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 shows tire pressures for the...

Page 327: ...and to the road for optimum straight line stability and cornering perfor mance Wear indicators 1 New tread 2 Worn tread 3 Tread wear indicator Each tire incorporates a tread wear indicator which beco...

Page 328: ...were selected to give the best possible combination of running performance ride comfort and service life It is essential for every tire to have a size and construction matching those shown on the tire...

Page 329: ...nge a flat tire always check the tightness of the wheel nuts after driv ing approximately 600 miles 1 000 km If any nut is loose tighten it to the specified torque Aluminum wheels Aluminum wheels can...

Page 330: ...sher fluid is unavailable use clean water In areas where water freezes in winter use an anti freeze type windshield washer fluid SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid contains 58 5 methyl alcohol and 41 5 su...

Page 331: ...peration 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 cleaner After cleaning rinse the...

Page 332: ...vided with two metal spines remove the metal spines from the old blade rubber and install them in the new blade rubber 3 Align the claws of the metal support with the grooves in the rubber and slide t...

Page 333: ...clockwise 3 Pull the wiper blade assembly toward you to remove it from the wiper arm Rear window wiper blade rubber 1 Pull out the end of the blade rubber assembly to unlock it from the plastic suppor...

Page 334: ...in position Battery WARNING Before beginning work on or near any battery be sure to extinguish all cigarettes matches and light ers Never expose a battery to an open flame or electric sparks Batterie...

Page 335: ...handling 1 Cap 2 Upper level 3 Lower level It is unnecessary to periodically check the battery fluid level or periodically refill with distilled water However if the battery fluid level is below the l...

Page 336: ...ding fuse If a fuse has blown replace it 1 Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position and turn off all electrical acces sories 2 Remove the cover 3 Determine which fuse may be blown The back side o...

Page 337: ...Use only replacements with the same specified rating as the melted main fuse If a main fuse blows after it is replaced have the electrical system checked by your nearest SUBARU dealer Installation of...

Page 338: ...top light and brake tail light of the 5 door models are the LED Light Emitting Diode type Consult your SUBARU dealer for replacement C The high mount stop light of the 4 door models is built in the re...

Page 339: ...W 15 Back up light 5 door 12V 21W 7440 16 Licence plate light 12V 5W 168 W5W CAUTION Replace any bulb only with a new bulb of the specified wattage Using a bulb of different wattage could result in a...

Page 340: ...er to remove the secured clip of the washer tank To make it easy to access the bulb move the washer tank to the horizontal direction left hand side 3 Remove the bulb cover by turning it counterclockwi...

Page 341: ...river to remove the secured clip of the washer tank To make it easy to access the bulb move the washer tank to the horizontal direction left hand side 3 Disconnect the electrical connector from the bu...

Page 342: ...the rear portion of the side trunk trim panel 1 Brake tail and rear side marker light 2 Rear turn signal light 3 Back up light 3 Remove the bulb socket from the rear combination light assembly by turn...

Page 343: ...th a new one 5 Set the bulb socket into the rear combination light assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks 6 Put the rear combination light assem bly into place while aligning the clip with the...

Page 344: ...wise Install the light cover on the rear gate License plate light 1 Insert a finger into the right side of the license plate light cover then press once to the left and pull out to remove the cover 2...

Page 345: ...tall a new bulb 3 Reinstall the cover High mount stop light 4 door 1 Remove the high mount stop light cover by prying the edge with a screw driver 2 Remove the bulb socket from the high mount stop lig...

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Page 347: ...ical system 12 3 Capacities 12 4 Tires 12 5 Wheel alignment 12 5 Fuses and circuits 12 6 Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment 12 6 Fuse panel located in the engine compartment 12 8 Bulb cha...

Page 348: ...system AWD Transmission type AT MT AT MT AT MT AT MT AT MT AT MT AT MT AT MT AT MT Overall length 180 3 4 580 173 8 4 415 Overall width 4 door 68 5 1 740 5 door 68 5 1 740 Overall height 58 1 1 475 58...

Page 349: ...150 Bore 6 Stroke in mm 3 9 6 3 1 99 5 6 79 0 Compression ratio 10 0 1 8 4 1 Firing order 1 3 2 4 Electrical system Battery type and capacity 5HR MT 12V 48AH 55D23L AT 12V 52AH 75D23L Alternator Non...

Page 350: ...4 Imp qt Front differential gear oil AT 1 3 US qt 1 2 liters 1 1 Imp qt Rear differential gear oil 0 8 US qt 0 8 liters 0 7 Imp qt Power steering fluid 0 7 US qt 0 7 liter 0 6 Imp qt Engine coolant No...

Page 351: ...psi 220 kPa 2 2 kgf cm2 Temporary spare tire Size T125 70 D17 Pressure 60 psi 420 kPa 4 2 kgf cm2 Wheel alignment Item 4 door 5 door 2 5 liter non turbo 2 5 liter turbo 2 5 liter non turbo 2 5 liter...

Page 352: ...5A Remote control rear view mirrors Seat heater relay 7 15A Combination meter Integrated unit 8 20A Stop light 9 15A Front wiper deicer 10 7 5A Power supply battery 11 7 5A Turn signal unit Clock 12...

Page 353: ...r relay coil 23 15A Rear wiper Rear window washer 24 15A Audio unit Clock 25 15A SRS airbag system 26 7 5A Power window relay Radiator main fan relay Tail and illumination re lay 27 15A Blower fan 28...

Page 354: ...ndary air combina tion valve turbo models 4 25A Sub fan 5 Empty 6 Empty 7 30A Headlight low beam 8 15A Headlight high beam 9 20A Back up light 10 15A Horn 11 25A Rear window defogger Mirror heater 12...

Page 355: ...V 27 8W 3457A Rear combination light Rear turn signal light 4 door 12V 21W WY21W Brake tail and rear side marker light 4 door 12V 21 5W W21 5W Back up light 4 door 12V 16W 921 Rear side marker light 5...

Page 356: ...cations Vehicle identification 1 Vehicle identification number 2 Emission control label 3 Tire inflation pressure label 4 Certification label 5 Vehicle identification number plate 6 Model number label...

Page 357: ...mine 13 8 Determining compatibility of tire and vehicle load capacities 13 11 Adverse safety consequences of overloading on handling and stopping and on tires 13 11 Steps for Determining Correct Load...

Page 358: ...system with a break down of its individual 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 Secti...

Page 359: ...paired retreaded or otherwise altered from their original condition If tires are repaired re treaded or otherwise al tered they may not be sui table for original equipment tire designed loads and spee...

Page 360: ...d rated tire on any vehicle does not mean the vehicle can be loaded up to the tire s rated load Construction type Applicable construction of this tire For example TUBELESS STEEL BELTED RADIAL Construc...

Page 361: ...follows Tire size P205 55R16 89V P205 50R17 88V Wheel size 16 6 61 2 JJ 17 6 7 JJ Pressure Front 33 psi 230 kPa 2 3 kgf cm2 33 psi 230 kPa 2 3 kgf cm2 Rear 32 psi 220 kPa 2 2 kgf cm2 32 psi 220 kPa 2...

Page 362: ...he spare at least once a month and before any long journey Check the tire pressures when the tires are cold Use a pressure gauge to adjust the tire pressures to the specific values Driving even a shor...

Page 363: ...ndards items which they replace not previously considered in curb weight or acces sory weight Vehicle capacity weight The total weight of cargo luggage and occupants that can be added to the vehicle V...

Page 364: ...nd cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on your vehicle s placard The vehicle placard also shows seating capacity of your vehicle The total load capacity includes the total weight of driver and...

Page 365: ...ed Example 1B For example if a person weighing 176 lbs 80 kg now enters the same vehicle bringing the number of occupants to two the calcula tions are as follows 1 Calculate the total weight 2 Calcula...

Page 366: ...tongue i e Tongue load 176 lbs 80 kg 1 Calculate the total weight 2 Calculate the available load ca pacity 3 The result of step 2 shows that a further 162 lbs 73 kg of cargo can be carried NOTE Your...

Page 367: ...apacity is referred to Gross Axle Weight Rat ing GAWR The GVWR and each axle s GAWR are shown on the vehicle certification label affixed to the driver s door The GVWR and front and rear GAWRs are dete...

Page 368: ...ehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calcu lated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to yo...

Page 369: ...to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include accel eration cornering hydroplan ing or peak traction charac teristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are...

Page 370: ...plaints it may open an investiga tion and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehi cles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual p...

Page 371: ...Index 14...

Page 372: ...io set 5 5 Auto dimming mirror compass 3 37 Automatic climate control system 4 8 Automatic transmission 7 16 Capacities 12 4 Fluid 11 20 MANUAL mode 7 19 Selector lever 7 17 Shift lock release 7 22 Te...

Page 373: ...evel 11 22 Child restraint systems 1 22 Installation with A ELR seatbelt 1 25 Lower and tether anchorages 1 29 Child safety 4 Locks 2 19 Chime Key 3 5 Seatbelt 1 11 3 13 Cleaning Aluminum wheels 10 3...

Page 374: ...Locking Retractor ELR 1 10 Engine Compartment overview 11 6 Coolant 11 13 Exhaust gas Carbon monoxide 5 8 2 Hood 11 5 Oil 11 8 Overheating 9 13 Starting 7 8 Stopping 7 10 Exterior care 10 2 F Flat tir...

Page 375: ...dicator light 2 3 Indicator light Cruise control 3 24 Cruise control set 3 25 Front fog 3 25 Headlight 3 25 High beam 3 24 Security 3 23 Selector lever Gear position 3 24 SPORT mode 3 24 Traction Cont...

Page 376: ...in driving 8 2 O Odometer 3 6 Odometer Tripmeter 3 10 Off road driving 8 6 Oil filter 11 9 Oil level Engine 11 8 Front differential gear 11 21 Manual transmission 11 19 Rear differential 11 22 Oil pr...

Page 377: ...mitters keyless entry system 2 10 Replacing bulbs 11 46 Backup light Tail light 11 51 Cargo area light 11 52 Dome light 11 52 Front fog light 11 50 Front turn signal light 11 50 Headlight 11 47 High m...

Page 378: ...al Restraint System airbag SRS 1 35 Synthetic leather upholstery 10 5 T Tachometer 3 7 3 11 Temperature gauge 3 9 Temperature warning light AT OIL TEMP 3 18 Temporary spare tire 9 2 Tie down hooks 9 1...

Page 379: ...3 18 Brake system 3 20 Charge 3 17 CHECK ENGINE 3 16 Door open 3 21 Hill start assist 3 21 Low fuel 3 8 3 12 3 21 Low tire pressure 3 18 Oil pressure 3 17 Seatbelt 3 13 SRS airbag system 3 15 Vehicle...

Page 380: ...10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 11 12 13 000134...

Page 381: ...ting This octane rating is the average of the Research Octane and Motor Octane numbers and is commonly referred to as the Anti Knock Index AKI Refer to the Fuel section in this manual Fuel capacity 16...

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