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Subaru 2011 Outback, Owner'S Manual

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Model "A2470GE-B" EDITED: 2010/ 9/ 24

Left-hand drive models

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Front sub sensor (right-hand side)

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Front sub sensor (left-hand side)

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Frontal airbag module (front passenger

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Frontal airbag module (driver

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SRS airbag system warning light

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Airbag control module (including impact
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Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags

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Summary of Contents for 2011 Outback

Page 1: ...nd 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 prior notice and...

Page 2: ...Black plate 2 1 Model A2470GE B EDITED 2010 8 16 This manual describes the following vehicle types 1 Sedan 2 Wagon 3 Outback...

Page 3: ...the seat and seatbelt and contains precau tions for the SRS airbags Chapter 2 Keys and doors This chapter informs you how to operate the keys locks and windows Chapter 3 Instruments and controls This...

Page 4: ...nored CAUTION A CAUTION indicates a situation in which injury or damage to your vehicle or both could result if the caution is ignored NOTE A NOTE gives information or sugges tions how to make better...

Page 5: ...namics control Vehicle symbols There are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle Mark Name WARNING CAUTION Read these instructions care fully Wear eye protection Battery fluid contains sulfuri...

Page 6: ...ation brightness Engine hood Fan speed Instrument panel outlets Mark Name Instrument panel outlets and foot outlets Foot outlets Windshield defroster and foot outlets Windshield defroster Rear window...

Page 7: ...el 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 For instructions and precaut...

Page 8: ...hildren adults or animals from locking themselves in the trunk On hot or sunny days the temperature in the trunk could quickly become high enough to cause death or serious heat related injuries includ...

Page 9: ...erently you may have consumed too much alcohol to drive safely even if the level of alcohol in your blood is below the legal limit The safest thing you can do is never drink and drive Drugs and drivin...

Page 10: ...ct your attention from driving and can lead to an accident If you use a car phone cell phone pull off the road and park in a safe place before using your phone In some coun tries only hands free phone...

Page 11: ...rature could cause tread separation and destruction of the tires The resulting loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident EU Battery directive 2006 66 EC Followings are the symbol of EU Battery...

Page 12: ...and doors 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 Specif...

Page 13: ...eplacing bulbs page 11 58 4 Wiper switch page 3 53 5 Sunroof page 2 33 6 Door locks page 2 4 7 Tire pressure page 11 43 8 Flat tires page 9 8 9 Tire chains page 8 13 10 Fog light switch page 3 49 11 T...

Page 14: ...defogger button page 3 56 2 Fuel filler lid and cap page 7 3 3 Child safety locks page 2 27 4 Towing hook page 9 23 5 Tie down hooks page 9 24 6 Trunk lid page 2 31 7 Rear gate page 2 32 8 Bulb repla...

Page 15: ...del A2470GE B EDITED 2010 9 24 14 Interior Passenger compartment area 1 Anchor bars for ISOFIX child restraint system page 1 39 2 Seatbelt page 1 15 3 Center console page 6 6 4 Front seat page 1 2 5 R...

Page 16: ...7 Select lever AT and CVT page 7 19 2 Climate control page 4 1 3 Pocket page 6 7 4 Navigation system Refer to the Owner s Manual supplement for the navigation system 5 Audio page 5 1 6 Multi function...

Page 17: ...FF switch page 7 37 6 Remote control mirror switch page 3 59 7 Illumination brightness control page 3 46 8 Headlight beam leveler page 3 47 9 Light control switch page 3 43 10 Audio control buttons pa...

Page 18: ...page 3 59 7 Illumination brightness control page 3 46 8 Headlight beam leveler page 3 47 9 Light control switch page 3 43 or wiper control lever page 3 50 10 Cruise control page 7 43 11 Combination me...

Page 19: ...3 Windshield washer page 3 54 4 Rear window wiper and washer switch page 3 55 5 Wiper intermittent time control switch page 3 54 Sensor sensitivity control page3 53 6 Wiper control lever page 3 50 7...

Page 20: ...window wiper and washer switch page 3 55 5 Wiper intermittent time control switch page 3 54 Sensor sensitivity control page3 53 6 Wiper control lever page 3 50 7 Light control switch page 3 43 8 Fog...

Page 21: ...play switching knob right hand drive models page 3 40 2 Tachometer page 3 13 3 Trip meter and odometer page 3 12 4 Speedometer page 3 12 5 Multi function display switching knob left hand drive models...

Page 22: ...b right hand drive models page 3 40 2 Tachometer page 3 13 3 Trip meter and odometer page 3 12 4 Speedometer page 3 12 5 Multi function display switching knob left hand drive models page 3 40 Trip met...

Page 23: ...open warning light 3 28 Door open indicator light 3 28 All Wheel Drive warning light AT and CVT mod els 3 28 Power steering warning light if equipped 3 27 Fuel filter warning light diesel engine model...

Page 24: ...indi cator light if equipped 3 38 Low fuel warning light 3 27 Shift up indicator light if equipped 3 36 Sport S mode indicator light models with SI DRIVE 3 36 Intelligent mode indica tor light models...

Page 25: ...22 Door unlock selection function Operation Non operation Non operation 2 21 Key lock in prevention 1 Key lock in prevention Operation Non operation Operation 2 7 Defogger and deicer system Rear wind...

Page 26: ...shoulder belt and lap belt pretensioners driver s side except Australia models 1 26 System monitors 1 27 System servicing 1 28 Precautions against vehicle modification 1 29 Child restraint systems 1...

Page 27: ...the risk of sliding under the lap belt and of the lap belt sliding up over the abdomen will increase and both can result in serious internal injury or death WARNING Put children in the REAR seat prop...

Page 28: ...d in a reclined position can spring back upward with force when the lever is pulled While operating the lever to return the seatback hold the seatback lightly so that it may be raised back gradually W...

Page 29: ...rol switch forward or backward During forward backward ad justment of the seat you cannot adjust the seat cushion angle or seat cushion height 2 Seat cushion angle control switch To adjust the seat cu...

Page 30: ...ure to confirm that the select lever is in the P position AT and CVT models and the parking brake is applied when adjusting the seat position Do not drive until the retrieval of the seat position is c...

Page 31: ...g brake is applied The ignition switch is in the LOCK OFF position The select lever is in the P position AT and CVT models LHD models RHD models 2 While holding the access key and pressing the SET but...

Page 32: ...seat position is not deleted When the button 1 or 2 is pressed within 45 seconds after the driver s door is opened the registered seat position can be retrieved even if the ignition switch is in the L...

Page 33: ...justment 1 Head restraint 2 Release button Both the driver s seat and the front passenger s seat are equipped with head restraints The head restraint should be adjusted so that the center of the head...

Page 34: ...n cause battery discharge 1 HIGH Rapid heating 2 LOW Normal heating 3 OFF Off A Left hand side B Right hand side The seat heater is equipped in the front seats The seat heater operates when the igni t...

Page 35: ...den stop or accident Head restraint adjustment Both the rear window side seats and the rear center seat are equipped with head restraints WARNING Never drive the vehicle with the head restraints remov...

Page 36: ...l out the head restraint To install Install the head restraint into the holes that are located on the top of the seatback until the head restraint locks When the seats are not occupied lower the head...

Page 37: ...event of a collision always put the seatback in the upright position while the vehicle is in motion Also do not place objects such as cushions between the passenger and the seatback If you do so the...

Page 38: ...al position shake the seatback slightly to confirm that it is securely fixed in place If the seatback is not securely fixed in place the seatback may sud denly fold down in the event of sudden braking...

Page 39: ...wn the armrest and opening the seatback panel affords a loading space for long objects To open the seatback panel pull the strap WARNING Secure long objects properly to prevent them from shooting for...

Page 40: ...of child re straint devices including for ward facing child seats in the REAR seats at all times NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FACING CHILD SEAT IN THE FRONT SEAT DOING SO RISKS SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO...

Page 41: ...ven slightly the retractor locks the seatbelt in that position and the seatbelt cannot be extended As the belt is rewinding clicks will be heard which indicate the retractor functions as an ALR When t...

Page 42: ...g light corresponding to that seatbelt will imme diately turn off but the buzzer will continue operating unless the remaining seatbelt is fastened This condition continued opera tion of the buzzer unl...

Page 43: ...ycle consisting of 5 seconds of flashing followed by 1 second of steady illumination At the same time a buzzer will start a repeated cycle consisting of 5 seconds of sounding followed by a 1 second pa...

Page 44: ...h can result in serious internal injury or death WARNING Never place the shoulder belt under the arm or behind the back If an accident occurs this can increase the risk or severity of injury CAUTION M...

Page 45: ...sses over the middle of the shoulder without touching the neck To raise Slide the anchor up To lower Pull the release knob and slide the anchor down Pull down on the anchor to make sure that it is loc...

Page 46: ...a strong pull on it then pull it out slowly again 3 Insert the tongue plate into the buckle until you hear a click 4 To make the lap part tight pull up on the shoulder belt 5 Place the lap belt as lo...

Page 47: ...ght hand side always check that the webbing is not twisted WARNING Be sure to fasten both tongue plates to the respective buckles If the seatbelt is used only as a shoulder belt with the connector s t...

Page 48: ...e slowly If the belt still cannot be unlocked let the belt retract slightly after giving it a strong pull then pull it out slowly again 4 After fastening the seatbelt make sure that the mark on the co...

Page 49: ...on the right hand side and push it in and the connector tongue plate will disconnect from the buckle 2 Allow the retractor to roll up the belt You should hold the webbing end and guide it back into t...

Page 50: ...he sensor detects a certain predetermined amount of force during a frontal collision the front seatbelt is quickly drawn back in by the pretensioner to take up the slack so that the belt more effectiv...

Page 51: ...y Seatbelt pretensioners have no user ser viceable parts For required ser vicing of front seatbelt retractors equipped with seatbelt preten sioners we recommend that you consult your nearest SUBARU de...

Page 52: ...e When you sell your vehicle we urge you to explain to the buyer that it has seatbelt pretensioners by alerting the buyer to the contents of this section WARNING To obtain maximum protection the occup...

Page 53: ...ner and or SRS airbag system We re commend that you have the system checked immediately by your near est SUBARU dealer Unless checked and properly repaired the seatbelt pretensioners and or SRS airbag...

Page 54: ...any equipment bush bar bullbar winches snow plow skid sump plate etc to the front end other than genuine SUBARU accessory parts or parts that match the quality of genuine SUBARU accessory parts Modif...

Page 55: ...a collision because the child will be caught between the passenger and objects inside the vehicle WARNING Children should be properly re strained at all times Never allow a child to stand up or to kn...

Page 56: ...base that fits snugly against the contours of the seat cushion and can be securely retained using the seatbelt C Rear seat center seating position Do not install a child restraint system including a b...

Page 57: ...applicable to your country In most European countries child restraint systems must meet the requirement of ECE regulation No 44 It can be identified by looking for the approval label on the child rest...

Page 58: ...approved for the use in this mass group L2 Suitable for SUBARU Baby safe ISOFIX plus that is approved for the use in this mass group With ISOFIX fastening only L3 Recommended for SUBARU Duo plus that...

Page 59: ...universal categories 6 ISOFIX position not suitable for ISOFIX child restraint systems in the mass group and or this size class IL1 SUBARU BABY SAFE ISOFIX Plus IL2 SUBARU KIDFIX Installing child res...

Page 60: ...elt buckle WARNING NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FA CING CHILD SEAT IN THE FRONT PASSENGER S SEAT DOING SO RISKS SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD BY PLACING THE CHILD S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG...

Page 61: ...instructions provided by its manufacturer 3 Insert the tongue plate into the buckle until you hear a click 4 Take up the slack in the lap belt 5 Before having a child sit in the child restraint syste...

Page 62: ...ng Re tractor A ELR F1 16 6 Before having a child sit in the child restraint system try to move it back and forth and right and left to check that it is firmly secured in the center of the seat Someti...

Page 63: ...around the booster seat and the child following the instructions provided by its manufacturer 3 Insert the tongue plate into the buckle until you hear a click Take care not to twist the seatbelt Make...

Page 64: ...der Placing the shoulder belt over the neck may result in neck injury during sud den braking or in a collision Installation of child restraint systems using ISOFIX an chor bars Your vehicle is equippe...

Page 65: ...system manu facturer connect the connectors of the child restraint system to the anchor bars When the connectors are fastened make sure that the adjacent seatbelts are not caught 1 Inserting aid NOTE...

Page 66: ...sure that it is held securely in position If it is not held tight and secure the danger of your child suffering personal injury in the event of an accident may be in creased NOTE Before installing a c...

Page 67: ...ther CAUTION Always remove the head restraint when mounting a child restraint system with a top tether Failure to do so may prevent the top tether from being fastened tightly 1 Remove the head restrai...

Page 68: ...anchorage Sedan Station wagon 3 Attach the child restraint top tether hook to the appropriate upper anchorage 4 Tighten the top tether securely We recommend that you contact your SUBARU dealer if you...

Page 69: ...ront seatbelt pre tensioners F1 25 WARNING To obtain maximum protection in the event of an accident the driver and all passengers in the vehicle should always wear seat belts when the vehicle is movin...

Page 70: ...eploys with considerable speed and force and can injure or even kill children especially if they are not restrained or improperly re strained Because children are lighter and weaker than adults their...

Page 71: ...thma or other breathing trouble If you or your passengers have breathing pro blems after SRS airbag deploys get fresh air promptly A deploying SRS airbag releases hot gas Occupants could get burned if...

Page 72: ...nt sub sensor right hand side 2 Front sub sensor left hand side 3 Frontal airbag module front passenger s side 4 Frontal airbag module driver s side 5 SRS airbag system warning light 6 Airbag control...

Page 73: ...impact sensor right hand side if equipped 4 Seatbelt pretensioner right hand side 5 Side airbag module right hand side if equipped 6 Curtain airbag module left hand side if equipped 7 Rear wheel house...

Page 74: ...ght hand side 2 Front sub sensor left hand side 3 Frontal airbag module front passenger s side 4 Frontal airbag module driver s side 5 SRS airbag system warning light 6 Knee airbag module if equipped...

Page 75: ...pact sensor left hand side if equipped 4 Seatbelt pretensioner left hand side 5 Side airbag module left hand side if equipped 6 Curtain airbag module right hand side if equipped 7 Rear wheel house imp...

Page 76: ...dels with a knee airbag the knee airbag is stowed under the steer ing column In a moderate to severe frontal colli sion the knee airbag deploys in con junction with the frontal airbag and supplements...

Page 77: ...cause the SRS airbag needs enough space for deployment the driver should always sit upright and well back in the seat as far from the steering wheel as practical while still maintaining full vehicle...

Page 78: ...nee airbag The key must not be attached to heavy sharp or hard acces sories or another key If the knee airbag deploys those objects could interfere with its proper operation and could be propelled ins...

Page 79: ...g modules instructing them to inflate the SRS frontal airbags Then both airbag modules pro duce gas which instantly inflates driver s and passenger s SRS frontal airbags After deployment the SRS airba...

Page 80: ...use deploy ment of the SRS frontal airbag would not help the occupant in those situations The SRS airbag is designed to function on a one time only basis SRS airbag deployment depends on the level of...

Page 81: ...Black plate 84 1 Model A2470GE B EDITED 2010 9 24 1 56 Seat seatbelt and SRS airbags plunges into a deep ditch is severely impacted or knocked hard against an obstacle on the road such as a curb...

Page 82: ...blique offset frontal impact 4 The vehicle sustains an offset frontal collision 5 The vehicle strikes an object that can move or deform such as a parked vehicle There are many types of collisions whic...

Page 83: ...if equipped The SRS side airbag is stored in the door side of each front seat seatback which bears an SRS AIRBAG label In a moderate to severe side impact collision the SRS side airbag on the impacte...

Page 84: ...se injuries if your head or other parts of the body are too close to the SRS side airbag Since your vehicle is equipped with SRS curtain airbags do not sit or lean unnecessarily close to the front or...

Page 85: ...o not attach accessories to the door trim or near either SRS side airbags and do not place objects near the SRS side airbags In the event of the SRS side airbag deployment they could be pro pelled dan...

Page 86: ...sensor which senses impact force is located in each of the following locations In the left and right center pillars In the left and right rear wheel houses In the airbag control module If the impact s...

Page 87: ...nents can be very hot as a result of deployment The SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag are designed to deploy in the event of an accident involving a moderate to severe side impact collision They...

Page 88: ...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 the roof There are many types of collisions whi...

Page 89: ...irst impact Example In the case of a double side impact collision first with one vehicle and immediately followed by another from the same direction once the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag are...

Page 90: ...ensioner and or SRS airbags will operate improperly e g SRS airbags may inflate in a very minor collision or not inflate in a severe collision which may increase the risk of injury Flashing or flicker...

Page 91: ...r seat is scratched cracked or otherwise damaged In addition if your vehicle is equipped with SRS side airbags and SRS curtain airbags we recommend that you con tact your SUBARU dealer as soon as poss...

Page 92: ...r than genuine SUBARU accessory parts or parts that match the quality of genuine SUBARU accessory parts Modification of the suspension system or front end structure Installation of a tire of different...

Page 93: ...tons 2 17 Warning chimes and warning light 2 17 Disabling keyless access function 2 17 When access key does not operate properly 2 18 Replacing battery of access key 2 19 Remote keyless entry system i...

Page 94: ...nk lid CAUTION Do not attach a large key holder or key case to either key If it bangs against your knees while you are driving it could turn the ignition switch from the ON position to the Acc or LOCK...

Page 95: ...F3 3 For Europe This device complies with the essential requirements of the Radio and Telecom munications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999 5 EC A copy of the original Declara tion of Conformity and t...

Page 96: ...tor light flashes irregularly or its fuse blows the light does not flash if its fuse is blown the immobilizer system will function normally Key replacement Your key number plate and security ID plate...

Page 97: ...l the outside door handle to open an unlocked door Locking from the outside without key 1 Rotate the lock lever rearward 2 Close the door while holding the handle pulled To lock the front door from th...

Page 98: ...unction Item Switch position Automatically turning off Map lights DOOR Approximately 20 minutes later Dome light DOOR Approximately 20 minutes later Ignition switch light Approximately 20 minutes late...

Page 99: ...ect Key lock in prevention func tion except models with double locking system This function prevents the doors from being locked with the key still in the ignition switch Behavior with key lock in pre...

Page 100: ...pacemaker or an implanted defibrillator stay at least 22 cm 8 7 in away from the transmitting antennas installed on the vehicle The radio waves from the transmit ting antennas on the vehicle could adv...

Page 101: ...GE B EDITED 2010 9 24 waves are periodically output from the antennas installed on the vehicle as shown in the following illustrations Radio frequency 134 kHz Sedan 1 Antenna Station wagon 1 Antenna K...

Page 102: ...t in the door pocket inside the trunk or at the corner of the cargo area or within 2 m 6 6 ft around the vehicle e g in the garage The access key may be locked inside the vehicle or the battery may di...

Page 103: ...irplane When any button of the access key is pressed radio waves are sent and may affect the operation of the airplane When you carry the access key in a bag on an airplane take measures to prevent th...

Page 104: ...the doors it is recommended to pull the REAR door handles to confirm that the doors have been locked If the access key is placed too close to the vehicle body the keyless access functions may not oper...

Page 105: ...e by pressing the door lock button or the rear lock button it is not possible to unlock doors and or the rear gate Station wagon by gripping the door handle or by pressing the rear gate opener button...

Page 106: ...shers will flash once NOTE When locking be sure to carry the access key to prevent locking the access key in the vehicle While any of the doors rear gate or trunk is open even if you press the door lo...

Page 107: ...nction will be recovered Unlock by gripping the door handle or pressing the rear gate opener button on the rear gate Lock or unlock by the remote keyless entry system Lock or unlock by the mechanical...

Page 108: ...gain The function s operational non operational setting and the time until automatic locking takes place can be changed The setting can be changed by a SUBARU dealer For more details we recommend that...

Page 109: ...n meter in order to minimize improper operations and help protect your vehicle from theft For details refer to Warning chimes and warning light of the keyless access with push button start system F3 2...

Page 110: ...e the door A chirp sound will be heard and the functions are disabled NOTE In steps 4 and 6 press the power door locking switch slowly If the switch is pressed quickly the functions may not be disable...

Page 111: ...ttery with a new one Battery Button battery CR1632 1 Knob 2 Mechanical key 1 Take out the mechanical key 2 Wrap a flat head screwdriver with vinyl tape or a cloth and insert it in the gap A to remove...

Page 112: ...e a new battery After replacing the battery confirm that the access key functions properly Remote keyless entry system if equipped The remote transmitter can be used within a distance of approximately...

Page 113: ...ly the driver s door will be unlocked Also the hazard warning flashers will flash twice 2 If you press the button again within 5 seconds of unlocking the driver s door all of the other doors and the r...

Page 114: ...The automatic locking function s opera tional non operational setting and the setting for the locking time period the time period after which locking takes place can be changed by a SUBARU dealer We r...

Page 115: ...w children to touch the battery and any re moved parts children could swallow them Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type Batteries shall...

Page 116: ...Double locking system if equipped The double locking system is an anti theft system It operates when the doors are locked using the key or remote transmitter While this system is operating the power d...

Page 117: ...switch and have all occupants get out of the vehicle 2 Close all of the doors and the rear gate Station wagon securely 3 Press the button on the transmitter The hazard warning flashers will flash onc...

Page 118: ...door and turn it in the unlocking direction To reset double locking sys tem The double locking system must be reset when the vehicle battery has been tem porarily disconnected for replacement or charg...

Page 119: ...g the key or power door locking switch Child safety locks Each rear door has a child safety lock that prevents the door from being opened even if the inside door handle is pulled When the child safety...

Page 120: ...the ignition switch is in the ON position Power window operation by driver Driver s side power window switches 1 Lock switch 2 For driver s window with one touch auto up and down feature 3 For front...

Page 121: ...function CAUTION Never attempt to test this func tion using fingers hands or other parts of your body The anti entrapment function may not operate properly if some object gets trapped just before the...

Page 122: ...by passengers Passenger s side power window switches Each passenger window can be controlled by the power window switch located on the door Operating the windows To open Press the switch down and hold...

Page 123: ...high enough to cause death or serious heat related injuries including brain damage to anyone locked inside particularly for small children When leaving the vehicle close all windows and lock all door...

Page 124: ...equipped Refer to Remote keyless entry system F2 20 Locking and unlocking from the outside with the key models with double locking system Refer to Locking and unlocking from the outside with key F2 4...

Page 125: ...the rear gate lock release lever For the procedure refer to Rear gate Station wagon if the rear gate cannot be unlocked F9 30 Sunroof if equipped WARNING Never let anyone s hands arms head or any obj...

Page 126: ...aising function will operate when the sunroof is fully closed The lowering function will only operate when the sun roof is raised Press the UP side of the UP DOWN switch to raise the sunroof Press the...

Page 127: ...it can be closed manually using a hex head wrench For the procedure refer to Sunroof if sun roof cannot be closed F9 30 Anti entrapment function When the sunroof senses a substantial enough object tra...

Page 128: ...t 3 19 Coolant temperature low indicator light Coolant temperature high warning light 3 20 Charge warning light 3 21 Oil pressure warning light 3 21 Engine low oil level warning light 3 21 AT OIL TEMP...

Page 129: ...41 Current fuel consumption 3 42 Driving range on remaining fuel 3 42 Light control switch 3 43 Headlights 3 43 High low beam change dimmer 3 44 Headlight flasher 3 45 Turn signal lever 3 45 Illuminat...

Page 130: ...bangs against your knees while you are driving it could turn the ignition switch from the ON position to the Acc or LOCK position thereby stopping the engine NOTE Keep the ignition switch in the LOCK...

Page 131: ...ne NOTE The engine may not start in the follow ing cases The key grip is touching another key or a metallic key holder The key is near another key that contains an immobilizer transponder The key is n...

Page 132: ...io waves from the transmitting antennas on the vehicle could ad versely affect the operation of the electric medical equipment The operational non operational setting for the keyless access functions...

Page 133: ...or unlock the doors or start the engine When operating near a facility where strong radio waves are transmitted such as a broad cast station and power trans mission lines When products that transmit r...

Page 134: ...ponents Observe the following points to prevent mal functions Although you can replace the battery of the access key yourself it is recommended that the battery should be replaced by a SUBARU dealer t...

Page 135: ...in the storage spaces inside the vehicle such as the door pocket dashboard and corner of the cargo area Vibrations may damage the key or turn on the switch possibly resulting in a lockout Operating ra...

Page 136: ...e push button ignition switch without depressing the clutch pedal MT models or the brake pedal AT and CVT models Every time the button is pressed the power is switched in the sequence of OFF Acc ON an...

Page 137: ...ton igni tion switch may get hot Be care ful not to burn yourself After the battery was discharged or replaced it may require an initialization of the steering lock system to start the engine In such...

Page 138: ...with the ignition switch in any position To turn on the hazard warning flasher press the hazard warning button on the instrument panel To turn off the flasher press the button again NOTE When the haz...

Page 139: ...at least 2 seconds Activated Deactivated NOTE 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...

Page 140: ...you open and close the driver s door within 10 seconds of illumination of the odometer trip meter the odometer trip meter will turn off The display can be switched as shown in the following illustrat...

Page 141: ...ove slightly during braking turning or acceleration due to fuel level movement in the tank If you press the trip knob while the ignition switch is in the LOCK OFF or Acc position the fuel gauge s dial...

Page 142: ...uantity of approximately 15 liters 4 0 US gal 3 3 Imp gal ECO gauge 1 Type A ECO gauge 2 Type B ECO gauge 3 Type C ECO gauge The ECO gauge shows the difference between the current rate of fuel consump...

Page 143: ...light Hill Holder indicator light Low fuel warning light Door open warning light Door open indicator light Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light Vehicle Dynamics Control opera tion indicator light V...

Page 144: ...stened at this time the warning light corresponding to that seatbelt will imme diately turn off but the buzzer will continue operating unless the remaining seatbelt is fastened NOTE If the driver s an...

Page 145: ...nsisting of 5 seconds of sounding followed by a 1 second pause If the seatbelt is fastened at this time the warning light will turn off and the buzzer will stop sounding imme diately This condition wi...

Page 146: ...ask your SUBARU dealer to ascertain whether your vehicle has the OBD system The OBD system helps to protect the environment by ensuring that emissions are at acceptable levels for the life of the veh...

Page 147: ...ately for an inspection It remains blinking in RED It remains illuminated in RED for more than 2 seconds It remains blinking in RED and BLUE alternately While driving if this indicator light warning l...

Page 148: ...es while driving or does not turn off after the engine starts stop the engine at the first safe opportunity and check the alternator belt If the belt is loose broken or if the belt is in good conditio...

Page 149: ...r the engine has started If this light illuminates when the engine is running it may indicate that the transmis sion fluid temperature is too hot If the light illuminates while driving im mediately st...

Page 150: ...the engine has started This lighting pattern indicates that the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is operating normally Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light CAUTION The Vehicle Dynamics Control sys te...

Page 151: ...le The light does not turn off even after the lapse of several minutes the engine has warmed up after the engine has started Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator light The light illuminates when the...

Page 152: ...ke applied while the ignition switch is in the ON position It turns off when the parking brake is released Brake fluid level warning The light illuminates when the brake fluid level has dropped to nea...

Page 153: ...ils refer to Electronic parking brake F7 38 Parking brake apply inhibit warning The brake system warning light flashes for 10 seconds and a chirp sound will be heard if the parking brake switch is ope...

Page 154: ...steering wheel is operated fre quently and widely while the vehicle is maneuvered at extremely low speeds such as while frequently turning the steering wheel during parallel parking the power steerin...

Page 155: ...d from the ignition switch The open door is indicated by the corre sponding part of the door open warning light Always make sure this light is out before you start to drive All Wheel Drive warn ing li...

Page 156: ...NOTE Take out the access key from inside the vehicle and lock the vehicle Trunk lockout warning Sedan When all doors are locked or during the automatic lock time period if the trunk lid is closed whil...

Page 157: ...ever is in a position other than the P position the warning chime will sound NOTE When a chirp sound is heard shift the select lever to the P position switch the push button ignition switch to OFF and...

Page 158: ...the vehicle with the access key and closes a door other than the driver s door while the push button ignition switch is in a position other than OFF the warning chime will sound At the same time the...

Page 159: ...nction We recommend that you contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible Keyless access with push button start system malfunction warning In case the keyless access with push button start system ha...

Page 160: ...hicle and lock the doors The doors cannot be locked while the access key is inside the vehicle A chirp sound will be heard and all doors will be unlocked The trunk was closed with the access key in it...

Page 161: ...not inside the vehicle Carry the access key and drive the vehicle Ding Flashes 1 sec intermittent The push button ignition switch was pressed while the access key is not inside the vehicle Carry the...

Page 162: ...beep continuous The driver s door was opened while the push button ignition switch is in a position other than OFF and the select lever is in a position other than the P position Shift the select lev...

Page 163: ...does not blink it may indicate that immobilizer system is not working properly We recommend that you contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately In case an unauthorized key is used the immobilizer...

Page 164: ...al or lane change signal If the indicator lights do not blink or blink rapidly the turn signal bulb may be burned out Replace the bulb as soon as possible Refer to Front turn signal light F11 61 or Re...

Page 165: ...urned to the ON position and turns off after the engine has sufficiently preheated a few seconds later NOTE When the weather is cold outside the preheating indicator light remains illuminated a little...

Page 166: ...e filter warning light flashes we recommend that you consult the nearest SUBARU dealer for an immediate inspection CAUTION If you continue to drive the vehicle while the diesel particulate filter warn...

Page 167: ...nition switch in the ON position each successive press of the multi function display switching knob toggles the display in the following se quence Outside temperature indica tor The outside temperatur...

Page 168: ...temperature drops to 38C 378F or lower until once the outside temperature has increased to 58C 418F or more before that time Average fuel consumption 1 Type A 2 Type B 3 Type C This display shows the...

Page 169: ...ate of fuel consumption When the low fuel warning light illumi nates the driving range indication flashes for 5 seconds The display first switches to the driving range indication if it was originally...

Page 170: ...g the light control switch from OFF to the or position In this case if the driver s door is opened the chirp sound will inform the driver that the lights are illuminated CAUTION Use of any lights for...

Page 171: ...quipped The sensor is on the windshield glass as shown in the illustration CAUTION If any object is attached on or near the sensor the sensor may not detect the level of the ambient light correctly an...

Page 172: ...ush the turn signal lever up To activate the left turn signal push the turn signal lever down When the turn is finished the lever will return automatically If the lever does not return after cornering...

Page 173: ...ol dial downward NOTE When the control dial is turned fully upward the illumination brightness becomes the maximum and the auto matic dimming function does not work at all The brightness setting is no...

Page 174: ...0 9 24 Manual headlight beam leve ler models without HID headlights if equipped Adjust the headlight beam level with the following dial positions according to the number of passengers and load conditi...

Page 175: ...compartment area Trailer towing 0 1 or 2 0 No load No 1 2 3 No load No 1 1 2 3 Full load 3 No 2 1 0 Full load 3 No 1 0 Full load 3 Yes 2 3 Full load 3 Yes 3 2 1 0 Full load 3 Yes 4 Not applicable Not...

Page 176: ...tor light on the combination meter will illuminate when the front fog lights are illuminated Rear fog light switch if equipped The rear fog light operates under the following conditions when the light...

Page 177: ...t sys tem However this does not mean that the rear fog light illuminates when the light switch is set to position or the ignition switch is turned to ON posi tion again So if you want to reillumi nate...

Page 178: ...th automatic rain sen sing windshield wipers When the wiper switch is in the AUTO position do not touch the windshield near the rain sensor and do not place a wet cloth on the windshield near the rain...

Page 179: ...sor or the windshield is vibrated or objects such as insects dirt mud etc are covering them Turn the wiper switch to the OFF position unless it is raining or snowing The wipers do not operate if the r...

Page 180: ...usted depending on the amount of rain To turn the wipers off return the lever to the OFF position For a single wipe of the wipers push the lever up The wipers operate until you release the lever NOTE...

Page 181: ...ntermittent time control When the wiper switch is in the INT position turn the dial to adjust the operat ing interval of the wiper The operating interval can be adjusted in five steps from the shortes...

Page 182: ...ect lever to the R position AT and CVT models or the shift lever to the reverse position MT models the rear wiper will switch to continuous operation When you move the select lever shift lever from th...

Page 183: ...and drive models To activate the defogger and deicer system press the control switch that is located on the climate control panel The rear window defogger outside mirror defogger and windshield wiper...

Page 184: ...omes 58C 418F or higher the wind shield wiper deicer stops operating While the defogger and deicer sys tem is in the continuous operation mode if the vehicle speed remains at 15 km h 9 mph or lower fo...

Page 185: ...r The headlight washer sprays the washer fluid for approximately 1 second and then stops automatically CAUTION Do not operate the washer if the washer fluid tank is empty This may cause overheating of...

Page 186: ...tion control switch in the direction you want to move the mirror 3 Return the selection switch to the neutral position to prevent unintentional operation The mirrors can also be adjusted manu ally Pow...

Page 187: ...he steering wheel tilt telescopic position while driv ing This may cause loss of vehicle control and result in personal injury If the lever cannot be raised to the fixed position adjust the steering w...

Page 188: ...Black plate 193 1 Model A2470GE B EDITED 2010 9 24 Horn To sound the horn push the horn pad Instruments and controls 3 61 3...

Page 189: ...4 11 Efficient cooling after parking in direct sunlight 4 11 Lubrication oil circulation in the refrigerant circuit 4 11 Checking air conditioning system before summer season 4 11 Cooling and dehumidi...

Page 190: ...Black plate 196 1 Model A2470GE B EDITED 2010 9 24 4 2 Climate control Ventilator Airflow selection Left hand drive models A Models with rear ventilators...

Page 191: ...Black plate 197 1 Model A2470GE B EDITED 2010 9 24 Right hand drive models A Models with rear ventilators Climate control 4 3 CONTINUED 4...

Page 192: ...he wheel to the position Side ventilators 1 Open 2 Close Move the tab to adjust the flow direction To open the ventilator turn the side grille open close wheel upward to the position To close it turn...

Page 193: ...ntrols outlet air tempera ture fan speed airflow distribution air inlet control and air conditioner compressor operation It activates when the fan speed control button or the AUTO button is pressed an...

Page 194: ...driver s side 2 Dual mode button 3 Airflow mode selection button 4 Fan speed control button 5 Temperature control button front pas senger s side 6 AUTO button 7 OFF button 8 Air inlet selection butto...

Page 195: ...dicator light FULL on the control panel will turn off and the indicator light AUTO will remain illuminated You can then manually control the system as desired using the button you operated To change t...

Page 196: ...DUAL button turns off and the temperature setting for the front passenger s side becomes the same as the setting for the driver s side Defroster button To defrost or dehumidify the windshield and fron...

Page 197: ...at activate the following air outlets Ventilation Instrument panel outlets Bi level Instrument panel outlets and foot outlets Heat Foot outlets both side outlets of the instrument panel and some throu...

Page 198: ...t the air inlet selection button to the ON position recirculation From time to time return the air inlet selection button to the OFF position outside air to draw outside air into the passenger compart...

Page 199: ...efrigerant circuit Operate the air conditioner compressor at a low engine speed at idle or low driving speeds a few minutes each month during the off season to circulate its oil Checking air condition...

Page 200: ...The schedule should be followed to maintain the filter s dust collection ability Under extremely dusty conditions the filter should be replaced more frequently It is recom mended that you have your fi...

Page 201: ...Pull out the glove box 2 Disconnect the connector 3 Remove the shelf 4 Remove the cover of the air filter 5 Remove the air filter 6 Replace the air filter element with a new one 7 Reinstall the cover...

Page 202: ...N The arrow mark on the filter must point UP 8 Insert the shelf as illustrated 9 Connect the connector 10 Install the shelf 11 Reinstall the glove box and connect the damper shaft 12 Close the glove b...

Page 203: ...EDITED 2010 9 24 1 Service label 2 Attach the service label to the driver s side door pillar 1 Caution label 3 Attach the caution label on the driver s side of the instrument panel as shown in the il...

Page 204: ...ation 5 15 How to insert a CD s 5 15 How to play back a CD 5 17 To select a track from its beginning 5 18 Fast forwarding and fast reversing 5 18 Repeating 5 19 Random playback 5 20 Scan 5 21 Display...

Page 205: ...inner surface of the rear window glass NOTE Antenna performance will deteriorate significantly if you apply tinting film or any other material over the antenna portion of the rear window glass FM rec...

Page 206: ...if they are incorrectly installed or if they are not suited for the vehicle Audio set Your SUBARU may be equipped with one of the following audio sets See the pages indicated in this section for opera...

Page 207: ...ls The switch positions for a right hand drive models are the opposite of those shown The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the Acc or ON position Power and sound controls ref...

Page 208: ...uipped 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 6 Radio operation refer to page 5 9 CD compact disc player operati...

Page 209: ...Tone and balance control Each brief press of the TUNE TRACK dial changes the control modes in the following sequence Choose the desired level for each mode by turning the TUNE TRACK dial The control f...

Page 210: ...OCUSTM effect 2 Ultra rich bass sound can be ob tained from standard door mount speakers built in SRS TruBass ef fect 3 Surround sound can be obtained from 2 channel stereo sources such as CD MP3 and...

Page 211: ...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 attenuated Lef...

Page 212: ...ception Each time the FM button is briefly pressed the radio changes in the following sequence starting from the last radio band that you selected Type A audio Type B audio AM selection For the type A...

Page 213: ...interval of 9 kHz press the 1 preset button for 3 seconds while pressing the AM button The display will show 9 kHz STEP To select an interval of 5 kHz press the 2 preset button for 3 seconds while pre...

Page 214: ...ption is wea kened by distance from the station or proximity to tall buildings and hills Local seek function type A audio You can turn the local seek function on or off during FM MW or LW reception by...

Page 215: ...on briefly The default setting is OFF NOTE The automatically receiving function is not available for traffic information on AM radio broadcasts News bulletins When a radio station begins broadcasting...

Page 216: ...reset buttons for more than 1 5 seconds to store the frequency If the button is pressed for less than 1 5 seconds the preceding selection will remain in memory NOTE If the connection between the radio...

Page 217: ...ACK dial Turn off the audio system Turn off the ignition switch For type A audio when you use the Auto store function while selecting the FM mode even if you have selected the FM1 or FM2 station the n...

Page 218: ...n If the magazine in the player has an idle position where you can insert a disc the disc number indicator associated with the idle position will blink If no indicator blinks it means that there is no...

Page 219: ...o insert another disc repeat the procedure beginning with step 1 If you do not insert any disc in 15 seconds after you have pressed the LOAD button the player will return to the original mode that was...

Page 220: ...player cannot read has been loaded the player will display the message CHECK DISC When there is no CD inserted Insert a CD by referring to How to insert a CD s F5 15 When a CD is loaded the player wil...

Page 221: ...of the current track file track Each time the dial is turned the indicated track file track number will decrease NOTE In an MP3 WMA or AAC folder skip ping past the first track file track will take y...

Page 222: ...the track file track is playing Each time you briefly press the button the mode changes in the following se quences NOTE The TRACK RPT indication refers to the repeat playback of a single track It re...

Page 223: ...time you press the button the mode changes in the following sequences NOTE The RDM indication refers to the random playback of the tracks It randomly repeats the tracks on the CD It is possible to se...

Page 224: ...rack file in succes sion Press the SCAN A S button type A audio or SCAN button type B audio to start scanning upward beginning with the track file s following the currently se lected one After all tra...

Page 225: ...s is played back the system scans the disc Display selection If you press the TEXT button during playback the indication will change to the next one in the following sequence For CD DA For MP3 WMA AAC...

Page 226: ...first track file track How to eject CDs from the player NOTE Avoid driving the vehicle with a CD sticking out because vibration might make it fall out If you do not remove the ejected disc within app...

Page 227: ...ing the CD player determine the cause based on the follow ing information If you cannot clear those messages we recommend that you con tact your SUBARU dealer When PUSH EJECT is displayed Press the bu...

Page 228: ...of the models with the genuine SUBARU navigation system are the RCA type For detailed information refer to the Owner s Man ual supplement for the navigation sys tem The output sound of the portable a...

Page 229: ...y causing the player to malfunction In cold and or rainy weather dew can form inside the CD player preventing normal operation If this happens eject the CD and wait for the player to dry out Skipping...

Page 230: ...d or cracked Also do not use any disc that has a non standard shape for example a heart shape Malfunctions or problems might result A disc is vulnerable to heat Never keep it either in places exposed...

Page 231: ...he type B audio those are displayed as AM mode For some areas the LW radio mode is not available and switch With radio mode selected Press the switch to the or side briefly to skip to a preset channel...

Page 232: ...e Hands free system to prevent personal data from being improperly accessed The Hands free system operates while the ignition switch is in the Acc or ON position Tips for the Hands free sys tem Blueto...

Page 233: ...Do not speak at the same time as the other party during a call If you and the party speak at the same time it may be difficult for the other party to hear your voice and vice versa This is normal The...

Page 234: ...his equipment along with indus trial scientific and medical equipment such as a microwave oven radio stations a license is required to be used by the production line in the factory to identify movable...

Page 235: ...l Registering additional cell phone 1 Press the OFF hook switch 2 Select Set up by operating the TUNE TRACK dial 3 Select Phone setup by operating the TUNE TRACK dial 4 Select Pair phone by operating...

Page 236: ...more than 1 5 seconds to scroll the name or phone number Making a phone call Making a phone call from the phone book It is possible to select a phone number from the phonebook registered with the in v...

Page 237: ...ine an incoming call Press the ON hook switch for more than 1 5 seconds Volume control You can adjust the phone call volume the voice volume and the voice guidance volume Refer to Volume control switc...

Page 238: ...istered First menu Second menu Third menu Details Phonebook Add Entry Adding a new number Change Name Changing a name registered in the phonebook List Names Showing the list of the names registered in...

Page 239: ...a new cell phone Select Phone Selecting a cell phone to be used Change Name Changing the registered name of the cell phone List Phones Showing the list of the registered cell phones Set Passkey Chang...

Page 240: ...four 6 5 five 7 6 six 8 7 seven 9 8 eight 10 9 nine 11 star 12 pound 13 plus 14 double 15 callback 16 redial 17 dial by number 18 dial by name 19 phonebook 20 setup 21 phone book add entry 22 phone bo...

Page 241: ...t pass key 46 list phone 47 add entry 48 delete entry 49 delete speed dial 50 by voice 51 voice 52 by phone 53 phone 54 call history 55 by call history 56 set speed dial 57 next 58 incoming 59 outgoin...

Page 242: ...outlets 6 10 Ashtray if equipped 6 12 Portable ashtray 6 12 Rear ashtray China models 6 12 Floor mat if equipped 6 13 Coat hook 6 13 Shopping bag hook 6 14 For Sedan models 6 14 For Station wagon mod...

Page 243: ...15 or Remote keyless entry system F2 20 The ignition switch is turned from the Acc position to the LOCK OFF posi tion The automatically illuminated dome light remains on for several seconds and then g...

Page 244: ...remote keyless entry system Refer to Locking and unlocking doors by remote keyless entry system locking and unlock ing by buttons F2 15 or Remote key less entry system F2 20 The ignition switch is tur...

Page 245: ...ate is opened The map lights do not illuminate when only the rear gate is opened The doors are unlocked using the keyless access function if equipped Refer to Locking and unlocking with keyless access...

Page 246: ...sors 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 with light CAUTION Keep the vanity mirror cover closed while the ca...

Page 247: ...y cans contain ers with flammable or corrosive liquids or any other dangerous items in the storage compart ment Glove box To open the glove box pull the handle To close it push the lid firmly upward C...

Page 248: ...and it will automatically open CAUTION When your vehicle is parked in the sun or on a warm day the inside of the overhead console heats up Avoid storing plastic or other heat vulnerable or flammable a...

Page 249: ...uipment Front passenger s cup holder CAUTION Do not pick up a cup from the cup holder or put a cup in the holder while you are driving as this may distract you and lead to an accident Two cup holders...

Page 250: ...could scald you Bottle holders CAUTION Do not pick up a bottle from the bottle holder or put a bottle in the holder while you are driving as this may distract you and lead to an accident When placing...

Page 251: ...to two or more outlets simultaneously the total power consumed by them must not exceed 120W CAUTION Do not attempt to use a cigarette lighter in the accessory power outlets Do not place any foreign o...

Page 252: ...Before driving your vehicle make sure that the plug and the cord on your electrical appliance will not interfere with your shifting gears and operating the accel erator and brake pedals If they do do...

Page 253: ...n be installed in each cup holder For the locations of the cup holders refer to Cup holders F6 8 When using the ashtray open the lid of the ashtray When removing the ashtray from a cup holder pull the...

Page 254: ...slips forward and interferes with the movement of the pedals during driving it could cause an accident Coat hook WARNING Do not hang coat hangers or other hard or pointed objects on the coat hooks If...

Page 255: ...weigh 5 kg 11 lbs or more The coat hook is attached to each rear passenger s hand grip Shopping bag hook CAUTION Do not hang items on the shopping bag hook that weigh 5 kg 11 lbs or more For Sedan mod...

Page 256: ...Do not place anything on the ex tended cover Putting excessive weight on the extended cover can break it and an object on the cover could tumble forward in the event of a sudden stop or collision This...

Page 257: ...floor 1 To open the lid pull the handle up 2 To keep the lid open hang the hook provided on the back of the lid on the rear edge of the roof 3 Remove the left and right parts of the cargo floor lid 4...

Page 258: ...ooks so that cargo can be secured with a cargo net or ropes When using the tie down hooks turn them down out of the storing recesses When not in use put the hooks up into the storing recesses CAUTION...

Page 259: ...To open the lid pull the tab up For models with a flat tire repair kit there is a double bottom storage compartment To use the lower compartment pull out the upper compartment NOTE For models without...

Page 260: ...A rear view camera is attached to the trunk lid Sedan or rear gate Station wagon When the ignition switch is ON and the shift lever MT models or select lever AT or CVT models is set to R the rear vie...

Page 261: ...a fuse with the specified rating Use of a fuse with a different rating may result in a malfunction If the rear view camera is used for a long time while the engine is not operated the battery may beco...

Page 262: ...not a malfunction of the camera The vehicle is in a dark place at night in a tunnel etc The vehicle is in an extremely hot or cold place An object such as raindrops snow dirt etc that disturbs the vi...

Page 263: ...es when moving backward and proceed slowly Help line The help line distance marker and vehicle width line is a guide to help you realize the actual distance from the screen 1 Vehicle width line obliqu...

Page 264: ...ference between screen and ac tual road The distance markers show the distance for a level road when the vehicle is not loaded It may be different from the actual distance depending on the loading con...

Page 265: ...24 6 24 Interior equipment Feature of distance marker 1 1 m 3 feet line 2 2 m 6 5 feet line 3 3 m 10 feet line The distance marker shows the distance on the road If there is a car or other object clos...

Page 266: ...uipped 7 25 Intelligent I mode 7 25 Sport S mode 7 26 Sport Sharp S mode 7 26 SI DRIVE selector 7 26 Power steering 7 27 For 2 5 L turbo models and Australia petrol engine models 7 27 For other models...

Page 267: ...e of unleaded petrol with an octane rating of 95 or higher is recommended This octane rating is the Research Octane number If unleaded petrol with an octane rating of 95 or higher is not available unl...

Page 268: ...olved in refueling Do not allow others to approach the area of the vehicle near the fuel filler pipe while refueling is in progress Be sure to observe any other precautions that are posted at the serv...

Page 269: ...uel filler pipe If the nozzle is lifted or not fully inserted its automatic stop ping mechanism may not func tion causing fuel to overflow the tank and creating a fire hazard Stop refueling when the a...

Page 270: ...ontrol system may be da maged It could also lead to fuel spillage and a fire Immediately put fuel in the tank whenever the low fuel warning light illuminates Engine misfires as a result of an empty ta...

Page 271: ...tion switch to the START position without depressing the accelera tor pedal Release the key immediately after the engine has started If the engine does not start try the following 1 Turn the ignition...

Page 272: ...Refer to Warning and indicator lights F3 16 5 Turn the ignition switch to the START position without depressing the accelera tor pedal Release the key immediately after the engine has started 6 Confir...

Page 273: ...The fuel injection system auto matically lowers the idle speed as the engine warms up While the engine is warming up make sure that the select lever is at the P or N position and that the parking brak...

Page 274: ...vehicle could ad versely affect the operation of the electric medical equipment The operational non operational setting for the keyless access function can be changed For the setting procedure refer t...

Page 275: ...t such as a cell phone When the access key is placed near a metallic object When metallic accessories are attached to the access key When carrying the access key with electronic appliances such as a l...

Page 276: ...sources Never leave the access key in direct sunlight or anywhere that may become hot such as on the dashboard It may damage the battery or cause circuit malfunctions Do not wash the access key in an...

Page 277: ...t On the instrument panel On the floor Inside the glove box Inside the door trim pocket On the rear seat On the rear shelf Sedan Inside the trunk Sedan At the corner of the cargo area Station wagon Wh...

Page 278: ...e battery After the battery is discharged and replaced it may require initialization of the steering lock system to start the engine In such a case initialize the steer ing lock Initialization of stee...

Page 279: ...ngine will start The starting procedure of the engine is as follows 1 Carry the access key and sit in the driver s seat 2 Apply the parking brake 3 Shift the shift lever in neutral 4 Depress the brake...

Page 280: ...feel stiff In such a case depress the brake pedal more forcefully than usual Check that the operation indicator on the push button ignition switch turns green and press the push button ignition switc...

Page 281: ...g radio noise or when the battery of the access key is low the power can be switched to ON and the engine can be started by the push button ignition switch in the following procedures 1 Apply the park...

Page 282: ...t up on the clutch pedal If it is difficult to shift into gear put the transmission in neutral release the clutch pedal momentarily and then try again WARNING Do not drive the vehicle with the clutch...

Page 283: ...are exceeded With the exception of cases where sudden acceleration is required the vehicle should not be driven with the tachometer s needle inside the red area Failure to observe this precaution can...

Page 284: ...ownshift the transmission to 5th 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 if you ride...

Page 285: ...that the transmission operation is somewhat unusual This results from invalidation of data which the on board computer has collected and stored in memory to allow the transmission to shift at the mos...

Page 286: ...position stop the vehicle completely then move the lever to the R position while pushing the release button When the ignition switch has been turned to the LOCK OFF position movement of the select lev...

Page 287: ...lerate the vehicle again While going down a hill AT models When you are descending a hill or any other slope while braking with the S mode or S mode selected the trans mission may downshift to 4th or...

Page 288: ...23 Shift lock release using the shift lock release button Perform the following procedure to release the shift lock 1 Apply the parking brake and stop the engine 2 Remove the shift lock cover using a...

Page 289: ...elect the manual mode return the select lever to the D position from the M position While driving with the select lever in the D position if you change gears by paddle shifting the gear position indic...

Page 290: ...turbo or 3 6 L engine before the engine warms up SI DRIVE if equipped SI DRIVE SUBARU Intelligent Drive works to maximize engine performance control and efficiency This system consists of three modes...

Page 291: ...eed Delivering maximum driving enjoyment this mode is ideal for tackling twisting roads and for merging or overtaking other vehicles on the freeway with confidence SI DRIVE selector When you rotate th...

Page 292: ...ower steering assist because the engine stops or the system fails to function you can steer but it will take much more effort CAUTION Do not hold the steering wheel at the fully locked position left o...

Page 293: ...is not operated for a while because the power steering control system cools down However if the power steering is operated in a non standard way such as by causing power assist limitation too frequent...

Page 294: ...e pedal much harder than normal and the braking dis tance will increase Brake assist system WARNING Do not be overconfident about the brake assist It is not a system that brings more braking ability t...

Page 295: ...dence because you are driving with an ABS equipped vehicle could easily lead to a serious accident CAUTION The ABS system does not always decrease stopping distance You should always maintain a safe f...

Page 296: ...uminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position but it does not turn off even when the vehicle speed ex ceeds approximately 12 km h 8 mph The warning light illuminates during driving Th...

Page 297: ...warning light illuminate simultaneously during driving Even if the EBD system fails the conven tional braking system will still function However the rear wheels will be more prone to locking when the...

Page 298: ...s not guarantee that the vehicle will be able to avoid accidents in any situation Activation of the Vehicle Dy namics Control system is an indication that the road being travelled on has a slippery su...

Page 299: ...rom the engine compartment when starting the engine and when driving off after starting the engine This noise is generated as a result of a check being performed on the Vehicle Dynamics Control system...

Page 300: ...ates Although both the Vehicle Dynamics Control system and the ABS will be inoperable in this situation it will still be possible to stop the vehicle using normal braking The Vehicle Dynamics Control...

Page 301: ...wing two situations could indicate malfunction of the Vehicle Dynamics Control system If either of these situa tions occurs we recommend that you have an authorized SUBARU dealer carry out an inspecti...

Page 302: ...uld not deactivate the Vehicle Dynamics Control system except under the above mentioned situations CAUTION The Vehicle Dynamics Control sys tem helps prevent unstable vehicle motion such as skidding u...

Page 303: ...op eration of the vehicle Also on hot or sunny days the tempera ture in a closed vehicle could quickly become high enough to cause severe or possibly fatal injuries to them Do not park the vehicle ove...

Page 304: ...n the parking brake is applied while the ignition switch is in the ON position the brake system warning light and the indicator light on the parking brake switch illuminate Refer to Brake system warni...

Page 305: ...brake switch illuminate NOTE The Hill Holder function may not activate on a gentle uphill slope In this case manually apply the electronic parking brake If you do not depress the brake pedal sufficien...

Page 306: ...rt the engine When the Hill Holder function is deactivated while the Hill Holder func tion has a malfunction if you press the Hill Holder switch a chirp sounds Hill Holder indicator light When the Hil...

Page 307: ...the brake system warning light flashes Refer to Electronic parking brake system warning F3 26 and Electronic parking brake warning light F3 26 Parking tips When parking your vehicle always per form th...

Page 308: ...ile turning 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 t...

Page 309: ...ake pedal Depress the clutch pedal MT models only Shift the select lever into the N position AT and CVT models only Shift the shift lever into neutral position MT models only The cruise control set in...

Page 310: ...2 Press the RES SET switch to the SET side once Now the desired speed is set and the vehicle will keep running at that speed without depressing the accel erator pedal NOTE U K models If the difference...

Page 311: ...without de pressing the accelerator pedal Cruise control indicator light The cruise control indicator light illumi nates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and turns off after appr...

Page 312: ...ontrol set indicator light The cruise control set indicator light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and turns off after approximately 3 seconds The light illuminates wh...

Page 313: ...back 8 6 OUTBACK models 8 7 Off road driving 8 8 Except Outback 8 8 Outback 8 8 Winter driving 8 10 Operation during cold weather 8 10 Driving on snowy and icy roads 8 12 Corrosion protection 8 13 Sno...

Page 314: ...g 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 the tire p...

Page 315: ...ng the vehicle NOTE Due to the expansion and contraction of the metals used in the manufacture of the exhaust system you may hear a crackling sound coming from the ex haust system for a short time aft...

Page 316: ...t shield of catalytic converter and the exhaust sys tem Do not drive with an extremely low fuel level WARNING Avoid fire hazards Do not drive or park the vehicle anywhere near flammable materials e g...

Page 317: ...the soot is burning in the diesel particulate filter the driveability engine revolutions engine sound and smell of emission gas may change If any service or maintenance is necessary for the diesel pa...

Page 318: ...ng on slippery wet or snow covered roads and when moving out of mud sand or dirt These vehicles however are not de signed for off road use If you do this the vehicles may experience excessive stress A...

Page 319: ...ecified in Maintenance schedule F11 3 There are some precautions that you must observe when towing your vehicle For detail information refer to Towing F9 23 OUTBACK models All Wheel Drive distributes...

Page 320: ...level obstruc tion free and otherwise similar to on road driving conditions Operating it under other than those conditions could subject the vehicle to excessive stress which might result in damage n...

Page 321: ...lammable materials such as dry grass or fallen leaves as they may burn easily The exhaust system is very hot while the engine is running and right after the engine stops This could create a fire hazar...

Page 322: ...le Washer Fluid Con centration Freezing Tempera ture 30 128C 10 48F 50 208C 48F 100 458C 498F In order to prevent freezing of washer fluid check the freezing temperatures in the table above when adjus...

Page 323: ...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 designed for this purpose When an antifreeze additi...

Page 324: ...warmed enough to melt the frozen snow on it wash it away using the windshield washer Refer to Windshield washer F3 54 Snow stuck on the wiper arm prevents the wiper from working effectively If snow is...

Page 325: ...temporarily However do not use the tire chain on a sealed tire If any of the front tires are punctured although it is required to use tire chains we recommend that you contact the nearest SUBARU deale...

Page 326: ...ng thrown around inside the vehicle during sudden stops sharp turns or in an accident Do not pile heavy loads on the roof These loads raise the vehi cle s center of gravity and make it more prone to t...

Page 327: ...r s instructions The maximum load limit of the cargo roof rack and carrying attachments must not exceed 80 kg 176 lbs Place the heaviest load at the bottom nearest the roof and evenly distribute the c...

Page 328: ...recommend that you seek the advice of your SUBARU dealer to assist you in purchasing a hitch and other necessary towing equipment appropriate for your vehicle In addition be sure to follow the instruc...

Page 329: ...ight CAUTION Do not modify the vehicle exhaust system brake system or other system when installing a hitch or other trailer towing equipment Trailer safety chains In case the trailer hitch connector o...

Page 330: ...e reduced by hitch stabilizers The use of a hitch stabilizer is recommended To purchase and install a hitch stabilizer we recom mend that you consult your SUBARU dealer or professional hitch suppliers...

Page 331: ...ake a longer than normal turning radius because the trailer wheels will be closer than the vehicle wheels to the inside of the turn In a tight turn the trailer could hit your vehicle Sufficient time s...

Page 332: ...MP warning light AT and CVT models F3 22 For AT and CVT models avoid using the accelerator pedal to stay stationary on an uphill slope instead of using the parking brake or foot brake That may cause t...

Page 333: ...ack plate 345 1 Model A2470GE B EDITED 2010 9 24 Maximum permissible vehicle weight MPW and maximum per missible rear axle weight rear MPAW for trailer towing MPW Rear MPAW Driving tips 8 21 CONTINUED...

Page 334: ...e MT 2 020 1 145 CVT 2 060 2 0 L diesel engine MT 2 120 1 170 2 5 L non turbo petrol engine 2 080 2 5 L turbo petrol engine 2 100 1 145 Outback 2 0 L diesel engine MT 2 120 1 170 2 5 L non turbo petro...

Page 335: ...24 Sedan 1 Maximum permissible overhang of the coupling device 1 093 mm 43 in 2 Coupling 3 Fixing points Three places under the rear frame and four places on the rear side of the rear frame for each...

Page 336: ...2010 9 24 8 24 Driving tips Wagon 1 Maximum permissible overhang of the coupling device 1 139 mm 45 in 2 Coupling 3 Fixing points Three places under the rear frame and four places on the rear side of...

Page 337: ...10 9 24 Outback 1 Maximum permissible overhang of the coupling device 1 142 mm 45 in 2 Coupling 3 Fixing points Three places under the rear frame and four places on the rear side of the rear frame for...

Page 338: ...ne overheating 9 23 If steam is coming from the engine compartment 9 23 If no steam is coming from the engine compartment 9 23 Towing 9 23 Towing and tie down hooks 9 24 Using a flat bed truck 9 26 To...

Page 339: ...urn signals do not work Temporary spare tire if equipped WARNING Never tow a trailer when the tem porary spare tire is used The tem porary spare tire is not designed to sustain the towing load Use of...

Page 340: ...same time Do not drive over obstacles This tire has a smaller diameter so road clearance is reduced 1 Tread wear indicator bar 2 Indicator location mark When the wear indicator appears on the tread re...

Page 341: ...ack 7 Towing hook eye bolt The jack handle is stored on the back of the floor cover of the trunk The electronic parking brake release tool is stored under the floor of the trunk The other tools are st...

Page 342: ...Jack The jack handle is stored on the back of the floor cover of the trunk The electronic parking brake release tool is stored under the floor of the trunk The other tools are stored in the lower comp...

Page 343: ...head wrench only models with sunroof 3 Screwdriver 4 Jack 5 Towing hook eye bolt The jack handle is stored under the cargo area The electronic parking brake release tool is stored under the floor of t...

Page 344: ...t tire repair kit 6 Jack The jack handle is stored under the cargo area The electronic parking brake release tool is stored under the floor of the cargo area The other tools are stored in the lower co...

Page 345: ...accident WARNING For Australia and New Zealand the following instructions are supplied by the Australian New Zealand Stan dardTM AS NZS 2693 2007 Be sure to obey the following instructions for your s...

Page 346: ...nd strictly follow the instructions 1 Notch 2 Valve hole 7 If your vehicle has wheel covers insert a wheel nut wrench into the notch part on the opposite side of the valve hole to remove the wheel cov...

Page 347: ...the spare tire Replace the wheel nuts Tighten them by hand WARNING Do not use oil or grease on the wheel studs or nuts when the spare tire is installed This could cause the nuts to become loose and le...

Page 348: ...these instructions and warnings carefully before sealing a flat tire Compliance with these instructions is vital to ensuring vehicle safety Noncompliance with these instruc tions means risking tire d...

Page 349: ...t tire is damaged Two or more tires have been punctured The expiration date of the sealant has passed When inflating the flat tire if the tire inflation pressure does not reach 180 kPa 1 8 kgf cm2 26...

Page 350: ...for more than 10 min utes otherwise there is a risk of it overheating Contents of the flat tire repair kit 1 Bag 2 Label denoting the maximum permissi ble speed 3 Compressor 4 Bottle of the sealant W...

Page 351: ...served Step 1 Pumping in the sealant and air 1 Peel off the label denoting the max imum permissible speed 80 km h 50 mph from the casing and attach it as shown in the figure WARNING Do not attach the...

Page 352: ...f the notches onto the sealing gasket of the bottle holder until it is screwed tight 6 Remove the valve cap from the da maged tire 1 Protective cap 2 Hose 3 Pressure relief valve 7 Pull the protective...

Page 353: ...ressor is pump ing If any cracks bumps or similar damage appear turn off the compressor and let the air out by means of the pressure relief valve In this case do not continue to use the tire NOTE When...

Page 354: ...not drive any faster than 80 km h 50 mph observe the label indicating the maximum permissible speed Do not use tire chains on a sealed tire Do not tow a trailer If heavy vibrations unsteady steering...

Page 355: ...climate controls 8 Turn the ignition switch to the Acc position WARNING Running the engine in a non venti lated or poorly ventilated area e g inside a building may cause as phyxiation Do not start the...

Page 356: ...air kit NOTE New sealant and replacement parts can be purchased from your authorized repair shop or SUBARU dealer and they should also be installed into the kit by a specialist Empty sealant bottles a...

Page 357: ...tery away from flammable items and electrical sparks Since batteries emit highly flammable explosive hydrogen gas any flames or sparks in the vicinity could cause an explosion When working near your v...

Page 358: ...discharged battery the vehicle may be jump started by connecting your battery to another battery called the booster battery with jumper cables How to jump start 1 Make sure the booster battery is 12 v...

Page 359: ...t one end of the other cable to the negative terminal of the booster battery 4 Connect the other end of the cable to the strut mounting nut Make sure that the cables are not near any moving parts and...

Page 360: ...he engine If the coolant temperature high warning light illuminates 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 bel...

Page 361: ...dan or cargo area Station wagon 2 Pry off the cover on the front bumper using a flat head screwdriver and you will find a threaded hole for attaching the towing hook 3 Screw the towing hook into the t...

Page 362: ...ind a threaded hole for attaching the towing hook 3 Screw the towing hook into the threaded hole until its thread can no longer be seen 4 Tighten the towing hook securely using the jack handle After t...

Page 363: ...portation 1 Shift the select lever into the P position for AT and CVT models or the shift lever into 1st for MT models 2 Apply the parking brake 3 Secure the vehicle onto the carrier properly with saf...

Page 364: ...ng the elec tronic parking brake release tool in case of an emergency How ever after releasing the electro nic parking brake by using the electronic parking brake release tool we recommend that you co...

Page 365: ...elease the electronic parking brake by pulling the electronic parking brake switch or by depressing the accelerator pedal you can release the electronic parking brake manually by using the electronic...

Page 366: ...he electronic parking brake has been released 11 Readjust the tire stops 12 Reinstall the cap to the parking brake release device CAUTION Do not turn the electronic parking brake release tool counterc...

Page 367: ...ver to access the rear gate lock release lever 2 Locate the rear gate lock release lever behind the rear gate trim panel CAUTION Never operate the rear gate lock release lever with your fingers be cau...

Page 368: ...ure to restart the engine 1 Refuel your vehicle For the fuel requirements and refueling procedure refer to Fuel F7 2 1 Priming pump 2 Operate the priming pump located in the front passenger s side of...

Page 369: ...Black plate 382 1 Model A2470GE B EDITED 2010 9 24 9 32 In case of emergency off The fuel injection system automatically lowers the idle speed as the engine warms up...

Page 370: ...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 control pane...

Page 371: ...s touch the wiper arm or to fix the wiper arm on the rear window glass with adhesive tape before operating the machine NOTE When having your vehicle washed in an automatic car wash Make sure beforehan...

Page 372: ...tions Wax or polish when the painted surface is cool Be sure to polish and wax the chrome trim as well as the painted surfaces Loss of wax on a painted surface leads to loss of the original luster and...

Page 373: ...r accidents Corrosion is accelerated on the vehicle when 1 It is exposed to road salt or dust control chemicals or used in coastal areas where there is more salt in the air or in areas where there is...

Page 374: ...on of mild soap and luke warm water then dry thoroughly If the stain does not come out try a commercially available fabric cleaner Use the cleaner on a hidden place and make sure it does not affect th...

Page 375: ...panel audio equipment instru ment panel center console combination meter panel and switches NOTE Do not use organic solvents such as paint thinners or fuel or strong clean ing agents that contain thos...

Page 376: ...ing fan hose and connections 11 23 Engine coolant 11 23 Air cleaner element 11 25 Replacing the air cleaner element 11 26 Spark plugs petrol engine models 11 29 Recommended spark plugs 11 29 Drive bel...

Page 377: ...s 11 50 Windshield wiper blade assembly 11 50 Windshield wiper blade rubber 11 51 Rear window wiper blade assembly Station wagon 11 52 Rear window wiper blade rubber Station wagon 11 52 Battery 11 54...

Page 378: ...SUBARU dealer for the actual maintenance schedule applied to your vehicle Continue periodic maintenance beyond 120 000 km 75 000 miles or 96 months by returning to the second column of the maintenance...

Page 379: ...d 2 5 L petrol engine models only Replace every 160 000 km 100 000 miles 5 Camshaft drive belt timing belt for General 2 0 L and 2 5 L petrol engine models only I I I R I Replace every 105 000 km 66 0...

Page 380: ...pads and discs Front and rear axle boots and axle shaft joint portions I I I I I I I I See NOTE 2 17 Brake lining and drums including parking brake linings and drums I I I I See NOTE 2 18 Inspect bra...

Page 381: ...transmission fluid differential gear oil front and rear and manual transmission gear oil should be performed more frequently 5 When the vehicle is used under following areas change fluid every 15 000...

Page 382: ...e safety stands to support the vehicle Never keep the engine running in a poorly ventilated area such as a garage or other closed areas Do not smoke or allow open flames around the fuel or battery Thi...

Page 383: ...en checking or servicing in the engine compartment while the engine is running WARNING A running engine can be dangerous Keep your fingers hands clothing hair and tools away from the cooling fan belts...

Page 384: ...ver until the center portion of the clip is raised 2 Remove the clips with a flat head screwdriver using leverage 3 Remove the entire clip by pulling it up Type B clips 1 Pull out the center portion o...

Page 385: ...nter portion of the clip into the hole Removing air intake duct Use a screwdriver to undo the clips on the air intake duct then remove the air intake duct Refer to Type A clips F11 9 Pulling off the f...

Page 386: ...strument panel 3 Release the secondary hood release by moving the lever between the front grille and the hood toward the left 4 Lift up the hood To close the hood 1 Lower the hood to a height of appro...

Page 387: ...24 11 12 Maintenance and service WARNING Always check that the hood is properly locked before you start driving If it is not it might fly open while the vehicle is moving and block your view which ma...

Page 388: ...models are the opposite of those shown here 1 Manual transmission oil level gauge MT page 11 32 2 Clutch fluid reservoir MT page 11 38 3 Brake fluid reservoir page 11 37 4 Fuse box page 11 55 5 Batte...

Page 389: ...e the opposite of those shown here 1 Power steering fluid reservoir Australia models page 11 36 2 Manual transmission oil level gauge MT page 11 32 3 Clutch fluid reservoir MT page 11 38 4 Brake fluid...

Page 390: ...nual transmission oil level gauge MT page 11 32 or Differential gear oil level gauge AT page 11 34 3 Clutch fluid reservoir page 11 38 4 Brake fluid reservoir page 11 37 5 Automatic transmission fluid...

Page 391: ...here 1 Power steering fluid reservoir Australia models page 11 36 2 Differential gear oil level gauge AT page 11 34 3 Automatic transmission fluid level gauge page 11 33 4 Brake fluid reservoir page...

Page 392: ...f those shown here 1 Manual transmission oil level gauge page 11 32 2 Priming pump page 9 31 3 Clutch fluid reservoir page 11 38 4 Brake fluid reservoir page 11 37 5 Engine oil filter page 11 20 6 Fus...

Page 393: ...r normal driving conditions Please check and replace it more frequently than usual For petrol engine models if the oil consumption rate is unusually large after the stabilized period for example more...

Page 394: ...aust pipe be sure to wipe it off NOTE Just after driving or while the engine is warm the engine oil level reading may be in a range between the upper level and the notch mark This is caused by thermal...

Page 395: ...er cap and slowly pour engine oil through the filler neck CAUTION Use only engine oil with the recommended grade and vis cosity Be careful not to spill engine oil when adding it If oil touches the exh...

Page 396: ...operate properly To reset the data of the on board computer without a special tool see the following item Resetting the oil replacement data diesel engine models After engine oil and the oil filter h...

Page 397: ...Engine oil viscosity thickness affects fuel economy Oils of lower viscosity provide better fuel economy However in hot weather oil of higher viscosity is required to properly lubricate the en gine Syn...

Page 398: ...painted parts The alcohol contained in the engine coolant may damage the paint surface Cooling fan hose and con nections Your vehicle employs an electric cooling fan which is thermostatically control...

Page 399: ...under pressure you may suffer serious burns from a spray of boil ing hot coolant when the cap is removed Change the engine coolant using the following procedures according to the maintenance schedule...

Page 400: ...08C 122 to 1408F 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...

Page 401: ...air cleaner case 3 To remove the connector cable from the air cleaner case remove the clip that is attached to the connector cable from the guide lug on the right side of the air cleaner case 4 Loosen...

Page 402: ...eaner case 3 Unsnap the two clamps holding the air cleaner case cover 4 Open the air cleaner case and remove the air cleaner element 5 Clean the inside of the air cleaner case and case cover with a da...

Page 403: ...two clamps holding the air cleaner case cover 3 Open the air cleaner case and then hook the clamps onto the bracket of the engine control unit 4 Remove the air cleaner element by covering the clamp w...

Page 404: ...ur SUBARU dealer The spark plugs should be replaced according to the maintenance schedule Refer to Maintenance schedule F11 3 Recommended spark plugs Refer to Electrical system F12 11 Drive belts Mode...

Page 405: ...we recommend that you contact your SUBARU dealer mm in Deflection New belt Used belt A 7 0 9 0 0 28 0 35 9 0 11 0 0 35 0 43 The rear side belt is a stretch type belt therefore the deflection and tens...

Page 406: ...kgf 22 lbf midway between the pulleys by using a spring scale The belt deflection should be the amount specified If the front side belt is loose cracked or worn we recommend that you contact your SUB...

Page 407: ...ck the oil level on it If it is below the lower level add oil through the level gauge hole to bring the level up to the upper level CAUTION Be careful not to spill manual trans mission oil when adding...

Page 408: ...y the parking brake 3 First shift the select lever in each position 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 le...

Page 409: ...ecified type Continuously variable trans mission fluid There is no fluid level gauge It is unnecessary to check the continuously variable transmission fluid level However if necessary we recommend tha...

Page 410: ...el we recom mend that you consult your SUBARU dealer for inspection Recommended grade and viscosity Each oil manufacturer has its own base oils and additives Never use different brands together For de...

Page 411: ...e fluid level differs according to fluid temperature Therefore the reservoir tank has two different checking ranges for hot and cold fluids Check the power steering fluid level monthly 1 Park the vehi...

Page 412: ...his work wearing eye protection is advisable Brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air Any absorbed moist ure can cause a dangerous loss of braking performance If the vehicle requires frequent refilli...

Page 413: ...dels 1 MAX level mark 2 MIN level mark Right hand drive models 1 MAX level mark 2 MIN level mark Check the fluid level on the outside of the reservoir If the level is below MIN level mark add the reco...

Page 414: ...3 and DOT 4 brake fluids even if they are the same brand Brake booster If the brake booster does not operate as described in the following we recommend that you have it checked by your SUBARU dealer...

Page 415: ...18 in Stop the engine and firmly depress the brake pedal several times Then check the amount of free play by pulling up the brake pedal with a force of less than 10 N 1 kgf 2 lbf If the free play is n...

Page 416: ...tly depress the clutch pedal down with your finger until you feel resistance and check the free play If the free play is not within proper specification we recommend that you contact your SUBARU deale...

Page 417: ...e high speed capability tires best suited for highway driving under dry conditions Summer tires are inadequate for driving on slippery roads such as on snow covered or icy roads If you drive your vehi...

Page 418: ...riving 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 drivi...

Page 419: ...ion and destruction of the tires The resulting loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident Wheel balance Each wheel was correctly balanced when your vehicle was new but the wheels will become un...

Page 420: ...high speeds in wet weather can cause the vehicle to hydroplane The resulting loss of vehicle control can lead to an accident NOTE For safety inspect tire tread regularly and replace the tires before t...

Page 421: ...e and construction matching those shown on the tire placard and to have a speed symbol and load index matching those shown on the tire placard Using tires of a non specified size detracts from control...

Page 422: ...ns The resulting loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident NOTE When any of the wheels are removed and replaced for tire rotation or to change a flat tire always check the tightness of the whe...

Page 423: ...el nuts or tapered surface of the wheel Never let the wheel rub against sharp protrusions or curbs Be sure to fit tire chains on uniformly and completely around the tire otherwise the chains may scrat...

Page 424: ...458C 498F In order to prevent freezing of washer fluid check the freezing temperatures in the table above when adjusting the fluid concentration to the outside temperature If you fill the reservoir ta...

Page 425: ...ion of the wiper blades While removing the wiper blades from the wiper arms do not return the wiper arms to the original positions Otherwise the windshield surface may be scratched When returning the...

Page 426: ...wo 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 support with the grooves in the rubber and slide the blade rubber as...

Page 427: ...blade assembly coun terclockwise 3 Pull the wiper blade assembly toward you to remove it from the wiper arm 4 Install the wiper blade assembly to the wiper arm Make sure that it locks in place 5 Hold...

Page 428: ...ines from the old blade rubber and install them in the new blade rubber 4 Align the claws of the plastic support with the grooves in the blade rubber assembly then slide the blade rubber assembly into...

Page 429: ...es into your eyes seek medical attention imme diately If battery fluid is accidentally swal lowed immediately drink a large amount of milk or water and seek medical attention immediately Battery fluid...

Page 430: ...el with distilled water CAUTION Never use more than 10 amperes when charging the battery because it will shorten battery life Fuses CAUTION Never replace a fuse with one hav ing a higher rating or wit...

Page 431: ...operate inspect the corresponding fuse If a fuse has blown replace it 1 Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK OFF position and turn off all electrical accessories 2 Remove the cover 3 Determine which f...

Page 432: ...UBARU dealer before installing fog lights or any other electrical equipment in your vehicle Such accessories may cause the electronic system to malfunc tion if they are incorrectly installed or if the...

Page 433: ...uld you attempt to replace the high beam bulbs remove refit the headlight assemblies or remove any headlight assembly compo nents For replacement of the head light bulbs low beam and high beam removal...

Page 434: ...ing F11 10 2 Remove the bulb cover by turning it counterclockwise 3 Disconnect the electrical connector 4 Remove the retainer spring 5 Replace the bulb then set the retainer spring securely 6 Reconnec...

Page 435: ...3 Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb 4 Remove the bulb from the headlight assembly by turning it counterclockwise 5 Replace the bulb with new one At this time use care not to touch the...

Page 436: ...t may be difficult to replace the bulbs We recommend that you have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary 1 Pull off the fender lining Refer to Pulling off the fender lining F11 10 2 Di...

Page 437: ...ght 2 Rear turn signal light 3 Back up light 2 Remove the bulb holder from the rear combination light assembly by turning it counterclockwise Use pliers if necessary 3 Pull the bulb out of the bulb ho...

Page 438: ...y turning it counterclockwise 6 Pull the bulb out of the bulb holder and replace it with a new one 7 Set the bulb holder into the rear combination light assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks 8...

Page 439: ...g light 2 Tail light 2 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it 3 Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket and replace it with a new one 4 Install the bulb socket by turning it clockwise 5 Inst...

Page 440: ...r fog light Outback if equipped 1 Turn the socket located behind the rear bumper counterclockwise and then pull it out to remove 2 Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket and replace it with a new one 3...

Page 441: ...ket counterclockwise and remove it 4 Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket and replace it with a new one 5 Install the bulb socket by turning it clockwise 6 Reinstall the trunk trim lining Station wago...

Page 442: ...t its ends are aligned vertically 3 Pull the bulb straight downward to remove it 4 Install a new bulb 5 Reinstall the lens Dome light Type A Type B 1 Remove the lens by prying the edge of the lens wit...

Page 443: ...lens Vanity mirror light 1 Remove the lens by prying the edge of the lens with a flat head screwdriver 2 Pull the bulb out of the socket 3 Install a new bulb 4 Reinstall the lens Door step light 1 Rem...

Page 444: ...l a new bulb 4 Reinstall the lens Trunk light Sedan 1 Push both sides of the light cover and then remove the cover by pulling it out 2 Pull the bulb out of the socket 3 Install a new bulb 4 Reinstall...

Page 445: ...Fluids 12 9 Engine coolant 12 10 Electrical system 12 11 Tires 12 12 Wheel alignment 12 12 Fuses and circuits 12 14 Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment 12 14 Fuse panel located in the engi...

Page 446: ...erall width 1 780 70 1 Overall height 1 505 59 3 Wheelbase 2 750 108 3 Tread Front 1 545 60 8 2 1 530 60 2 3 1 530 60 2 1 545 60 8 2 1 530 60 2 3 4 Rear 1 550 61 0 2 1 535 60 4 3 1 535 60 4 1 550 61 0...

Page 447: ...45 60 8 2 1 530 60 2 3 1 530 60 2 1 545 60 8 2 1 530 60 2 3 4 Rear 1 545 60 8 2 1 530 60 2 3 1 530 60 2 3 1 535 60 4 4 1 535 60 4 1 545 60 8 2 1 535 60 4 3 4 Ground clearance 1 150 5 9 1 Measured with...

Page 448: ...Overall length 4 775 188 0 2 4 790 188 6 3 Overall width 1 820 71 7 Overall height 1 605 63 2 1 615 63 6 Wheelbase 2 745 108 1 Tread Front 1 540 60 6 1 535 60 4 Rear 1 540 60 6 1 530 60 2 Ground clear...

Page 449: ...5 1 998 121 9 Bore 6 Stroke mm in 92 0 6 75 0 3 62 6 2 95 99 5 6 79 0 3 92 6 3 11 92 0 6 91 0 3 62 6 3 58 86 0 6 86 0 3 39 6 3 39 Compression ratio 10 2 1 10 0 1 8 4 1 10 5 1 16 0 1 Firing order 1 3...

Page 450: ...r A5 SAE viscosity No and applicable temperature 2 0 L models 0W 20 synthetic oil is recommended for optimum engine performance and protection 5W 30 or 5W 40 conventional oil may be used if replenishm...

Page 451: ...ld be checked using an oil level gauge For more details about maintenance and service refer to Engine oil F11 18 Diesel engine models Oil grade ACEA specification C2 or C3 SAE viscosity No and applica...

Page 452: ...2 Front differential gear oil AT and CVT models 1 4 liters 1 5 US qt 1 2 Imp qt Front differential gear oil AT and CVT models F11 34 Rear differential gear oil 0 8 liters 0 8 US qt 0 7 Imp qt Rear dif...

Page 453: ...equipped SUBARU ATF IDEMITSU ATF HP Dexron III Type Automatic Transmission Fluid 0 7 liter 0 7 US qt 0 6 Imp qt Power steering F7 27 Power steering fluid F11 36 Brake fluid FMVSS No 116 fresh DOT 3 or...

Page 454: ...liters 6 9 US qt 5 7 Imp qt CVT models 6 4 liters 6 8 US qt 5 6 Imp qt 2 5 L turbo models 6MT models 6 6 liters 7 0 US qt 5 8 Imp qt 5AT models 6 9 liters 7 3 US qt 6 1 Imp qt 3 6 L models 6 6 liters...

Page 455: ...5D23R Australia models 2 5 L models 12V 48AH 55D23R 3 6 L models 12V 52AH 65D23R Other models 2 0 L and 2 5 L models 12V 48AH 55D23R 3 6 L models 12V 52AH 65D23R Diesel engine models 12V 64AH 95D26R A...

Page 456: ...soon as possible 2 For the wheel nut tightening procedure refer to Changing a flat tire F9 8 Wheel alignment Sedan Item Petrol engine models Diesel engine models 2 0 L 2 5 L non turbo 2 5 L turbo 3 6...

Page 457: ...1 2 1800 0845 3 1 Models with 16 inch wheel tires 2 Models with 17 inch wheel tires 3 Models with 18 inch wheel tires 4 The difference between right hand camber and left hand camber should be within 4...

Page 458: ...onnector Rear fog light 2 20A Rear power window left side 3 20A Power window driver s side 4 7 5A Navigation system Front wiper deicer Sunroof 5 7 5A Combination meter 6 7 5A Remote control rear view...

Page 459: ...m unit 20 10A Accessory power outlet 21 7 5A Starter relay 22 15A Air conditioner 23 Empty 24 15A Audio Navigation system 25 15A SRS airbag system 26 7 5A Main fan relay 27 30A Power window relay 28 E...

Page 460: ...control unit 2 7 5A Horn right side 3 7 5A Horn center 4 15A Low beam headlight right side 5 15A Low beam headlight left side 6 20A Fuel pump 7 10A High beam headlight left side 8 10A High beam headli...

Page 461: ...nit 22 20A Door lock body control unit 23 15A Rear wiper Rear washer 24 10A Front washer 25 30A Front wiper 26 25A Rear window defogger Mirror heater Front wiper deicer 27 10A Secondary air combina ti...

Page 462: ...plate 478 1 Model A2470GE B EDITED 2010 9 24 12 18 Specifications Bulb chart NOTE Lights from A to C are the LED Light Emitting Diode type We recommend that you consult your SUBARU dealer for replace...

Page 463: ...2V 51W 9006 HB4 9 Trunk light Sedan 12V 5W W5W 10 Tail light models without a rear fog light Sedan 12V 5W W21 5W Rear fog light RHD models with a rear fog light Sedan 12V 21W W21W 11 Brake Tail light...

Page 464: ...1W 23 Brake light Station wagon 12V 21W W21W 24 Tail light Station wagon 12V 5W W5W A Side turn signal light B High mount stop light Sedan C High mount stop light Station wagon ECE specification WARNI...

Page 465: ...lack plate 481 1 Model A2470GE B EDITED 2010 9 24 CAUTION Replace any bulb only with a new bulb of the specified wattage Using a bulb of different wattage could result in a fire Specifications 12 21 1...

Page 466: ...entification number 2 ID label Europe models 3 Tire inflation pressure label 4 Year of manufacture label Middle East models 5 Model number label General models 6 Built date label Australia models 7 AD...

Page 467: ...EDITED 2010 9 24 For engine Petrol engine 1 Engine serial number punch mark 2 Engine type casting crankcase upper side Diesel engine 1 Engine serial number punch mark 2 Engine type casting crankcase u...

Page 468: ...ntry system 13 6 Integrated unit car immobilizer 13 7 Immobilizer 13 8 LF Oscillator 13 9 Bluetooth module 13 10 Technical information and instruction of the radio and telecommunication devices for Ch...

Page 469: ...mum power kW PS HP 110 150 148 6 000 123 167 165 5 600 195 265 262 5 600 The performance data above is the numeric value measured according to the GSO ISO 1585 2008 quality norm The performance data a...

Page 470: ...Urban Extra urban Total Urban Extra urban Total 2 0i Sedan 6MT 11 8 6 7 8 5 273 155 198 CVT 10 8 6 4 8 0 250 148 185 2 0i Wagon 6MT 11 7 6 8 8 6 271 158 199 CVT 10 8 6 5 8 1 250 151 187 2 5i Sedan CVT...

Page 471: ...egulation EC No 715 2007 692 2008 L 100km CO2 emissions according to Regulation EC No 715 2007 692 2008 g km Urban Extra urban Total Urban Extra urban Total 2 0D Sedan 6MT 7 5 5 1 5 9 196 133 156 2 0D...

Page 472: ...odel A2470GE B EDITED 2010 9 24 Declaration of conformity in accordance with the radio and telecommunications terminal equipment directive 1999 5 EC Transmitter for the keyless entry system Supplement...

Page 473: ...Black plate 490 1 Model A2470GE B EDITED 2010 9 24 13 6 Supplement Receiver for the keyless entry system...

Page 474: ...k plate 491 1 Model A2470GE B EDITED 2010 9 24 Integrated unit car immobilizer Integrated unit car immobilizer for models without Keyless access with push button start system Supplement 13 7 CONTINUED...

Page 475: ...upplement Immobilizer Immobilizer for models with Keyless access with push button start system Hereby Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd declares that this SSPIMB01 is in compliance with the essential requirem...

Page 476: ...LF Oscillator for models with Keyless access with push button start system Hereby Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd declares that this SSPLF01 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other releva...

Page 477: ...Black plate 494 1 Model A2470GE B EDITED 2010 9 24 13 10 Supplement Bluetooth module...

Page 478: ...1 Model A2470GE B EDITED 2010 9 24 Technical information and instruction of the radio and telecommunication devices for China models Transmitter Immobilizer Push button ignition switch Supplement 13...

Page 479: ...Black plate 496 1 Model A2470GE B EDITED 2010 9 24 13 12 Supplement Access key Antenna for keyless access Bluetooth module...

Page 480: ...late 497 1 Model A2470GE B EDITED 2010 9 24 Technical information for Singapore models Access key Remote keyless entry trans mitter Keyless access with push button start system Supplement 13 13 CONTIN...

Page 481: ...Black plate 498 1 Model A2470GE B EDITED 2010 9 24 13 14 Supplement Bluetooth module Technical information for Is rael models Bluetooth module...

Page 482: ...Black plate 27 1 Model A2470GE B EDITED 2010 9 22 Index 14...

Page 483: ...ration 5 9 Power and sound controls 5 6 Set 5 3 Auto on off headlights 3 43 Sensor 3 44 Automatic climate control system 4 5 Automatic headlight beam leveler 3 46 Warning light 3 28 Automatic rain sen...

Page 484: ...n 11 41 Clutch pedal free play 11 41 Coolant level 11 23 Fluid level automatic transmission fluid 11 33 Fluid level brake fluid 11 37 Fluid level clutch fluid 11 38 Fluid level power steering fluid 11...

Page 485: ...fuel 7 2 Diesel particulate filter 8 4 Diesel particulate filter warning light 3 38 Differential gear oil Front 11 34 12 8 Rear 11 35 12 8 Dimensions 12 2 Disc brake pad wear warning indicators 7 29 D...

Page 486: ...irror switch 3 59 Front Differential gear oil 11 34 12 8 Fog light 3 49 11 61 Fog light indicator light 3 38 Fog light switch 3 49 Position light 11 60 Seatbelt pretensioners 1 25 Turn signal light 11...

Page 487: ...ator light 2 4 3 36 Indicator light Coolant temperature low 3 20 Cruise control 3 37 7 46 Cruise control set 3 38 7 47 Door open 3 28 Front fog light 3 38 Headlight 3 38 High beam 3 37 Immobilizer 2 4...

Page 488: ...g 3 49 11 61 Front position 3 43 11 60 Ignition switch 3 4 License plate 11 65 Map 6 3 11 67 Rear combination 11 62 Rear fog 3 49 11 64 11 65 Rear turn signal Sedan 11 62 Rear turn signal Station wago...

Page 489: ...7 27 Steering fluid 11 36 12 9 Steering warning light 3 27 Windows 2 28 Precautions against vehicle modification 1 29 1 66 Preheating indicator light 3 38 Preparing to drive 7 5 Priming pump 9 31 11...

Page 490: ...light Sedan 11 62 Back up light Station wagon 11 64 Brake light Station wagon 11 62 Brake Tail light Sedan 11 62 Cargo area light 11 69 Dome light 11 67 Door step light 11 68 Front fog light 11 61 Fro...

Page 491: ...Curtain airbag 1 58 Frontal airbag 1 51 Side airbag 1 58 SRS airbag Supplemental Restraint System airbag 5 1 44 SRS airbag system Monitors 1 64 Servicing 1 65 Warning light 3 18 Starting stopping engi...

Page 492: ...33 Warning light 3 23 7 35 Ventilator 4 2 W Warning and indicator lights 3 16 Warning chimes Keyless access with push button start system 3 29 Seatbelt 1 16 3 16 Warning light ABS 3 22 7 31 Access ke...

Page 493: ...4 Covers 11 47 Nut tightening torque 12 12 Replacement 11 47 Windows 2 28 Windshield Washer fluid 11 48 Wiper and washer switches 3 53 Wiper blades 11 50 Wiper deicer 3 56 Winter Diesel 7 3 Driving 8...

Page 494: ...only unleaded petrol with 95 Octane or higher This octane rating is the Research Octane number If unleaded petrol with 95 Octane or higher is not readily available in your area refer to Fuel requireme...

Page 495: ...liters 6 9 US qt 5 7 Imp qt Diesel engine models 5 9 liters 6 2 US qt 5 2 Imp qt The indicated oil quantity is only a guideline and is estimated based on a case when the engine oil is changed with an...

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