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Subaru 2015 WRX STI, Owner'S Manual

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Instruments and controls/Warning and indicator lights

.

The warning light illuminates right

after the engine is started but turns off
immediately, remaining off.

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The warning light illuminates after

the engine has started and turns off
while the vehicle is subsequently being
driven.

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The warning light illuminates during

driving, but it turns off immediately and
remains off.

.

The warning light illuminates when

the engine has stalled and continues to
illuminate after the engine has been
restarted. However, it will turn off once
the vehicle starts moving.

!

Vehicle Dynamics Control opera-
tion indicator light

The indicator light flashes during activa-
tion of the skid suppression function and
during activation of the traction control
function.

NOTE

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The light may remain illuminated for

a short period of time after the engine
has been started, especially in cold
weather. This does not indicate the
existence of a problem. The light
should turn off as soon as the engine
has warmed up.

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The indicator light illuminates when

the engine has developed a problem

and the CHECK ENGINE warning light/
malfunction indicator light is on.

The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is
probably malfunctioning under the follow-
ing condition. Have your vehicle checked
at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.

.

The light does not turn off even after

the lapse of several minutes (the engine
has warmed up) after the engine has
started.

Summary of Contents for 2015 WRX STI

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual 2015 WRX WRX STI ...

Page 2: ...on specifications and illustrations found in this manual are those in effect at the time of printing FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD reserves the right to change specifications and designs at any time without prior notice and without incurring any obligation to make the same or similar changes on vehicles previously sold This Owner s Manual applies to all models and covers all equipment including factor...

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Page 6: ... table of contents so you can usually tell at a glance if that chapter contains the information you want Chapter 1 Seat seatbelt and SRS airbags This chapter informs you how to use the seat and 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 chapter informs you...

Page 7: ...s ignored 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 use of your vehicle Safety symbol You will find a circle with a slash through it in this manual This symbol means Do not Do not do this or Do not let this happen depending upon the context Abbrevi...

Page 8: ...Name WARNING CAUTION Safety precautions when driving Seatbelt and SRS airbag WARNING All persons in the vehicle should fasten their seatbelts BEFORE the vehicle starts to move Other wise the possibility of serious injury becomes greater in the event of a sudden stop or acci dent To obtain maximum protection in the event of an accident the driver and all passengers in the vehicle should always wear...

Page 9: ...f a child is too big for a child restraint system the child should sit in the REAR seat and be restrained using the seatbelts According to accident statistics children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seat ing positions Never allow a child to stand up or kneel on the seat Put children aged 12 and under in the REAR seat properly re strained at all t...

Page 10: ...ation fan to force fresh air into the vehicle Always keep the front ventilator inlet grille free from snow leaves or other obstructions to ensure that the ventilation system al ways works properly If at any time you suspect that exhaust fumes are entering the vehicle have the problem checked and corrected as soon as possible If you must drive under these conditions drive only with all windows full...

Page 11: ...our passengers and other per sons chances of being involved in a serious accident may increase Please do not continue to drive but instead find a safe place to rest if you are tired or sleepy On long trips you should make periodic rest stops to refresh yourself before continuing on your journey When possible you should share the driving with others Modification of your vehicle CAUTION Your vehicle...

Page 12: ...necessary adjust the pressure of each tire including the spare at least once a month and before any long journey Check the tire pressure when the tires are cold Use a pressure gauge to adjust the tire pressures to the values shown on the tire placard For detailed information refer to Tires and wheels F11 30 WARNING Driving at high speeds with exces sively low tire pressures can cause the tires to ...

Page 13: ... various systems in your vehicle were operating Whether or not the driver and passen ger safety belts were buckled fastened How far if at all the driver was depressing the accelerator and or brake pedal and How fast the vehicle was traveling These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur NOTE EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if...

Page 14: ... 2 Instruments and controls Climate control 4 Audio 5 Interior equipment 6 Starting and operating 7 Driving tips 8 In case of emergency 9 Appearance care 10 Maintenance and service 11 Specifications 12 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects 13 Index 14 3 ...

Page 15: ...Headlight switch page 3 99 4 Replacing bulbs page 11 43 5 Moonroof page 2 34 6 Door locks page 2 4 7 Outside mirrors page 3 113 8 Tire pressure page 11 32 9 Flat tires page 9 4 10 Snow tires page 8 9 11 Fog light switch page 3 102 12 Tie down hooks page 9 12 13 Towing hook page 9 12 ...

Page 16: ...1 Rear window defogger page 3 114 2 Fuel filler lid and cap page 7 5 3 Child safety locks page 2 28 4 Tie down hole page 9 12 5 Trunk lid page 2 32 6 Towing hook page 9 12 11 CONTINUED ...

Page 17: ...12 Interior Passenger compartment area 1 Lower anchorages for child restraint system page 1 28 2 Seatbelt page 1 11 3 Front seat page 1 2 4 Rear seat page 1 7 ...

Page 18: ...g brake lever page 7 43 5 Power windows page 2 28 6 Door locks page 2 4 7 Outside mirror switch page 3 113 8 Glove box page 6 4 9 Front power supply socket page 6 7 10 Shift lever page 7 16 11 SI DRIVE page 7 28 12 Driver s Control Center Differential C DIFF DCCD page 7 19 13 CONTINUED ...

Page 19: ...age 1 6 3 Cup holder page 6 5 4 Parking brake lever page 7 43 5 Power windows page 2 28 6 Door locks page 2 4 7 Outside mirror switch page 3 113 8 Glove box page 6 4 9 Front power supply socket page 6 7 10 Shift lever MT page 7 16 Select lever CVT page 7 24 ...

Page 20: ...ay page 3 45 5 Hazard warning flasher switch page 3 8 6 Multi function display control switches page 3 45 7 Audio page 5 1 8 Climate control page 4 1 9 Tilt telescopic steering page 3 115 10 Horn page 3 116 11 SRS airbag page 1 32 12 Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch page 7 40 13 Fuse box page 11 41 14 Hood lock release knob page 11 8 15 CONTINUED ...

Page 21: ...uttons page 5 31 2 Cruise control page 7 47 3 Shift paddle page 7 25 4 Hands free switches page 5 36 5 Multi information display control switches page 3 34 6 SRS airbag page 1 32 7 Horn page 3 116 8 SI DRIVE switches except STI page 7 32 ...

Page 22: ...dshield washer page 3 105 4 Wiper intermittent time control switch page 3 105 5 Wiper control lever page 3 104 6 Light control switch page 3 98 7 Fog light switch page 3 102 8 Headlight ON OFF AUTO page 3 99 9 Headlight flasher High Low beam change page 3 100 10 Turn signal lever page 3 101 17 CONTINUED ...

Page 23: ...on meter may be slightly different than that shown in the illustration 1 Tachometer page 3 10 2 Multi information display page 3 34 3 Select lever gear position indicator page 3 31 4 Speedometer page 3 9 5 Trip knob page 3 9 6 Fuel gauge page 3 10 7 Trip meter and odometer page 3 9 8 Temperature gauge page 3 11 ...

Page 24: ...be slightly different than that shown in the illustration 1 Tachometer page 3 10 2 Multi information display page 3 34 3 Select lever gear position indicator page 3 31 4 Speedometer page 3 9 5 Trip knob page 3 9 6 Fuel gauge page 3 10 7 Trip meter and odometer page 3 9 8 Temperature gauge page 3 11 19 CONTINUED ...

Page 25: ... 20 Door open warning light 3 22 AWD warning light if equipped 3 22 Power steering warn ing light except STI 3 22 Hill start assist warn ing light Hill start assist OFF indicator light 3 22 Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light Vehicle Dynamics Control operation indi cator light 3 23 Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator light 3 25 Turn signal indicator lights 3 32 Mark Name Page LED headlight w...

Page 26: ...ed 3 31 Intelligent I mode in dicator if equipped 3 31 Sport Sharp S mode indicator if equipped 3 31 Shift up indicator STI 3 31 Driver s control center differential auto indi cator STI 3 32 Auto mode indica tor STI 3 33 Auto mode indica tor STI 3 33 Driver s control center differential indicator and warning STI 3 33 REV indicator light STI 3 34 21 ...

Page 27: ...warning flasher Operation Non operation Operation Audible signal Operation Non operation Operation Volume of the audible signal 1 7 5 Door unlock selection function driver s door unlock Driver s door only All doors Driver s door only Remote keyless entry system Hazard warning flasher Operation Non operation Operation Audible signal Operation Non operation Operation Volume of the audible signal 1 7...

Page 28: ...Auto on off headlights if equipped Sensitivity of the operation of the auto on off headlights Low Normal High Very high Normal Welcome lighting Approaching operation of timer OFF 30 seconds 60 sec onds 90 seconds 30 seconds Exiting operation of timer The settings can be changed by the customer using the multi function display 23 ...

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Page 30: ...m servicing 1 19 Precautions against vehicle modification 1 20 Child restraint systems 1 20 Where to place a child restraint system 1 22 Choosing a child restraint system 1 23 Installing child restraint systems with A ELR seatbelt 1 23 Installing a booster seat 1 27 Installation of child restraint systems by use of lower and tether anchorages LATCH 1 28 Top tether anchorages 1 31 SRS airbag Supple...

Page 31: ...ding up over the abdomen will increase and both can result in serious internal injury or death The SRS airbags deploy with considerable speed and force Occupants who are out of proper position when the SRS airbag deploys could suffer very serious injuries Because the SRS airbag needs enough space for deploy ment the driver should always sit upright and well back in the seat as far from the steerin...

Page 32: ...r to Child restraint sys tems F1 20 WARNING To prevent the passenger from slid ing under the seatbelt in the 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 risk of sliding under the lap belt and of the lap belt sliding up over the abdomen will incr...

Page 33: ... desired position Then release the lever and make sure the seatback is securely locked into place The seatback placed 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 Seat cushion height adjustment driver s seat 1 When the lever is pushed down the seat...

Page 34: ...ay round Doing so will prevent the head restraints from func tioning as intended Therefore when you remove the head re straints you must reinstall all head restraints correctly to pro tect vehicle occupants All occupants including the dri ver should not operate a vehicle or sit in a vehicle s seat until the head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to mini mize the risk of neck...

Page 35: ...orward as it can go The head restraint will automatically return to the fully upright position Then adjust the head restraint again to the preferred angle Seat heater if equipped The front seats are equipped with a seat heater The seat heater operates when the igni tion switch is either in the ACC or ON position CAUTION There is a possibility that people with delicate skin may suffer slight burns ...

Page 36: ... the switch illumi nates when the seat heater is in operation When the vehicle s interior is warmed enough or before you leave the vehicle be sure to turn the switch off Rear seats WARNING Seatbelts provide maximum re straint when the occupant sits well back and upright in the seat Do not put cushions or any other materials between occupants and seatbacks or seat cushions If you do so the risk of ...

Page 37: ...he head restraints are placed in their proper positions in order to mini mize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash Rear windows side seating position 1 Head restraint 2 Release button To remove While pressing the release button pull 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 Press...

Page 38: ... that there are no passengers or objects on the rear seat Not doing so creates a risk of injury or property da mage if the seatback suddenly folds down Never allow passengers to ride on the folded rear seatback or in the trunk Doing so may result in serious injury or death Secure all objects and especially long items properly to prevent them from being thrown around inside the vehicle and causing ...

Page 39: ... should not pass behind the securing hook for the seatback CAUTION Do not hang luggage etc on the securing hook The possibility ex ists that the seatback may not be able to be fixed firmly in place This could lead to unexpected accidents 1 Lower the head restraint of the rear center seating position Release knob 2 Unlock the seatback by pulling the lock release knob then fold the seatback down To ...

Page 40: ...luding retractors and attach ing hardware worn by occupants of a vehicle that has been in a serious accident The entire as sembly should be replaced even if damage is not obvious Put children aged 12 and under in the rear seat properly restrained at all times The SRS airbag deploys with considerable speed and force and can injure or even kill children especially if they are 12 years of age and und...

Page 41: ...ns The lap belt should be worn securely and as low as possible over the hips not over the waist Emergency Locking Retrac tor ELR The driver s seatbelt has an Emergency Locking Retractor ELR The emergency locking retractor allows normal body movement but the retractor locks automatically during a sudden stop impact or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retractor Automatic Emergency Lock i...

Page 42: ...so the risk of sliding under the lap belt and of the lap belt sliding up over the abdomen will increase and both can result in 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 Metallic parts of the seatbelt can become very hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in...

Page 43: ...at the shoulder belt passes 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 locked in place WARNING When wearing the seatbelts make sure the shoulder portion of the webbing does not pass over your neck If it does adjust the seatbelt anchor to a lower posit...

Page 44: ...lder belt 5 Place the lap belt as low as possible on your hips not on your waist Unfastening the seatbelt Push the button on the buckle Before closing the door make sure that the belts are retracted properly to avoid catching the belt webbing in the door Seatbelt maintenance To clean the seatbelts use lukewarm water with mild soap Do not use the seatbelts until they are dry Never bleach or dye the...

Page 45: ...de impact sensor front door impact sensor Seatbelt with shoulder belt pretensioner NOTE This section is applicable to the dri ver s side seatbelt If the sensor detects a certain predeter mined amount of force during frontal or side collisions the front seatbelt is quickly drawn back in by the retractor to take up the slack so that the belt more effectively restrains the driver When a seatbelt pret...

Page 46: ... activated both the driver s and front passenger s seatbelt retractor assemblies should be replaced only by an authorized SUBARU dealer When replacing seat belt retractor assemblies use only genuine SUBARU parts If either front seatbelt does not retract or cannot be pulled out due to a malfunction or activation of the pretensioner contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible If the front seatbel...

Page 47: ...s the following components will operate si multaneously Seatbelt pretensioner for driver Seatbelt pretensioners for front passenger shoulder belt preten sioner only SRS frontal airbag for driver SRS frontal airbag for front pas senger SRS curtain airbags both sides if an offset frontal collision occurs This does not operate if the occupant detection system deactivates airbag op eration For details...

Page 48: ...ostic system continually monitors the readiness of the seatbelt pretensioner while the vehicle is being driven The seatbelt pretensioners share the control module with the SRS airbag system Therefore if any malfunction occurs in a seatbelt pretensioner the SRS airbag system warning light will illuminate For details refer to SRS airbag system monitors F1 56 System servicing WARNING When discarding ...

Page 49: ...spension system or front end structure Installation of a tire of different size and construction from the tires specified on the vehicle placard attached to the driver s door pillar or specified for indivi dual vehicle models in this Own er s Manual Child restraint systems Infants and small children should always be placed in an infant or child restraint system in the rear seat while riding in the...

Page 50: ...ath could result WARNING Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap or in his or her arms while the vehicle is moving The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision because the child will be caught between the passenger and objects inside the vehicle Additionally holding a child in your lap or arms in the front seat exposes that child to another serious danger Since th...

Page 51: ...estraints might not be able to be secured firmly due to projection of the seat cushion In this seating position you should use only a child restraint system that has a bottom base that fits snugly against the contours of the seat cushion and can be securely retained using the seatbelt When you install a child restraint system in the rear seat s center seating position remove the center head restra...

Page 52: ...ght and height in order to provide the child with proper protection The child restraint system should meet all applic able requirements of Federal Motor Vehi cle Safety Standards for the United States or of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Stan dards for Canada It can be identified by looking for the label on the child restraint system or the manufacturer s statement of compliance in the document attac...

Page 53: ... to check whether the seatback is locked visually If the seatback is locked into place the red colored unlocking marker which is attached to the bottom of the lock release knob is invisible For details refer to Folding down the rear seat back F1 9 2 Place the child restraint system in the rear seating position 3 Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the child restraint system following t...

Page 54: ...er in use remove it and restore the ELR function of the retractor That function is restored by allowing the seatbelt to retract fully Installing forward facing child re straint 1 Shake the seatback to confirm that it is securely locked into place It is possible to check whether the seatback is locked visually If the seatback is locked into place the red colored unlocking marker which is attached t...

Page 55: ... up the slack in the lap belt 7 Pull out the seatbelt fully from the retractor to change the retractor over from the Emergency Locking Retractor ELR to the Automatic Locking Retractor ALR function Then allow the belt to rewind into the retractor As the belt is rewinding clicks will be heard which indicate the retractor functions as ALR 8 Before having a child sit in the child restraint system try ...

Page 56: ... occu pants as well as result in serious injuries or death to the child CAUTION When you install a child restraint system follow the manufacturer s instructions supplied with it After installing the child restraint system check to ensure 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 c...

Page 57: ... is positioned across the center of child s shoulder 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 by use of lower and tether anchorages LATCH WARNING Child restraint systems and seat belts can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather they could burn a small child Check the ...

Page 58: ...lling a child restraint system only on the rear seat window side seating posi tions For each window side seating posi tion two lower anchorages are provided Each lower anchorage is located behind the cover of the seatback bottom The tether anchorages upper an chorages are provided at the locations shown in the above illustration For de tails refer to Top tether anchorages F1 31 To install a child ...

Page 59: ... 3 Remove the rear seat head restraint For details refer to Head restraint adjust ment F1 8 CAUTION Store the head restraint that has been removed in the cargo area Avoid placing the head restraint in the passenger compartment to pre vent it from being thrown around in the passenger compartment in a sudden stop or a sharp turn 4 While following the instructions sup plied by the child restraint sys...

Page 60: ...left to verify that it is held securely in position 8 To remove the child restraint system follow the reverse procedures of installa tion If you have any question concerning this type of child restraint system ask your SUBARU dealer Top tether anchorages Your vehicle is equipped with three top tether anchorages so that a child restraint system having a top tether can be installed in the rear seat ...

Page 61: ...Supplemental Restraint System airbag SRS This stands for supplemental re straint system This name is used be cause the airbag system supplements the vehicle s seatbelts Models with SRS airbags and lap shoulder restraints for driver front passenger and window side rear passengers Your vehicle is equipped with a supple mental restraint system in addition to a lap shoulder belt at each front seating ...

Page 62: ...wear your seatbelt to help avoid injuries that can result when the SRS airbag contacts an occupant not in proper position such as one thrown forward during pre acci dent braking Even when properly positioned there remains a possibility that an occupant may suffer minor injury such as abrasions and bruises to the face or arms because of the SRS airbag de ployment force The SRS airbags deploy with c...

Page 63: ...nt seat ing positions For instructions and precautions concerning the child restraint system refer to Child restraint systems F1 20 NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FACING CHILD SEAT IN THE FRONT SEAT DOING SO RISKS SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD BY PLACING THE CHILD S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG Never allow a child to stand up or to kneel on the front passen ger s seat or never hold a child on...

Page 64: ...the top of the dashboard under an SRS AIRBAG mark SRS side airbag in the door side of each front seat seatback which bears an SRS AIRBAG label SRS curtain airbag in the roof side between the front pillar and a point behind the rear quarter glass An SRS AIRBAG mark is located at the top of each center pillar and rear pillar SRS knee airbag under the steering column Seat seatbelt and SRS airbags SRS...

Page 65: ...e 12 Seatbelt pretensioner front passenger s side 13 Curtain airbag sensor rear wheel house right hand side 14 Curtain airbag sensor rear wheel house left hand side 15 Curtain airbag module right hand side 16 Curtain airbag module left hand side 17 Seatbelt buckle switch front passenger s side 18 Knee airbag module driver s side 19 Front passenger s occupant detection system sensor 20 Front passen...

Page 66: ...frontal airbag system is a supplemental restraint system and must be used in combination with a seatbelt All occupants should wear a seatbelt or be seated in an appropriate child restraint system The driver s SRS frontal airbag is stowed in the center portion of the steering wheel The front passenger s SRS frontal airbag is stowed near the top of the dashboard under an SRS AIRBAG mark Also the dri...

Page 67: ...can injure or even kill the child WARNING The SRS airbag deploys with con siderable speed and force Occu pants who are out of proper position when the SRS airbag deploys could suffer very serious injuries Be 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 v...

Page 68: ... accessories to the windshield or fit an extra wide mir ror over the rear view mirror If the SRS airbag deploys those objects could become projectiles that could seriously injure vehicle occupants Driver s SRS frontal airbag The driver s SRS frontal airbag uses a dual stage inflator The inflator operates in different ways depending on the severity of impact Have the system inspected by your SUBARU...

Page 69: ...e any articles on the front passenger s seat or the seatbelt tongue and buckle en gaged when you leave your ve hicle Do not put sharp object s on the seat or pierce the seat uphols tery Do not place a magnet near the seatbelt buckle and the seatbelt retractor Do not use front seats with their backward forward position and seatback not being locked into place securely If any of them are not locked ...

Page 70: ...roperly Check that the indicators work properly When the OFF indicator turns off and the ON indicator illuminates the front passen ger s frontal airbag may deploy during a collision Remove luggage and electronic devices from the front passenger s seat CAUTION Electrical devices such as cell phones laptops portable music players or electronic games espe cially when connected to the acces sory power...

Page 71: ... ing electronic devices on the seat other than the infant in the child restraint system Do not place more than one infant in the child restraint sys tem If the front passenger s frontal airbag ON indicator illuminates and the OFF indicator turns off even when an infant or a small child is in a child restraint sys tem including booster seat 1 Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK OFF position 2 Remo...

Page 72: ... s seat is occupied by an adult This can be caused by the adult incor rectly sitting in the front passenger s seat 1 Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK OFF position 2 Ask the front passenger to set the seatback to the upright position sit up straight in the center of the seat cushion correctly fasten the seatbelt position his her legs out forward and adjust the seat to the rearmost position 3 Tu...

Page 73: ...00 1 800 SUBARU3 1 800 782 2783 Hawaii Subaru Hawaii 2850 Pukoloa Street Suite 202 Honolulu HI 96819 4467 808 839 2273 Guam Shen s Corporation dba Prestige Automo bile 491 East Marine Corps Drive Route 1 Dededo Guam 96921 6255 671 633 2698 Puerto Rico Trebol Motors P O Box 11204 San Juan Puerto Rico 00910 787 793 2828 Canada Subaru Canada Inc Consumer Support Department 560 Suffork Court Mississau...

Page 74: ...s seat monitored by the front passenger s occu pant detection system sensor For this reason only the driver s SRS frontal airbag may deploy in the event of a collision but this does not mean failure of the system If the front sub sensors and the impact sensors in the airbag control module detect a predetermined amount of force during a frontal collision the control module sends signals to the airb...

Page 75: ...cle CAUTION Do not touch the SRS airbag system components around the steering wheel and dashboard with bare hands right after deployment Doing so can cause burns because the components can be very hot as a result of deployment The driver s SRS frontal airbag and front passenger s SRS frontal airbag are de signed to deploy in the event of an accident involving a moderate to severe frontal collision...

Page 76: ... frontal airbag or both driver s and front passenger s SRS frontal airbags may be activated when the vehicle sustains a hard impact in the undercarriage area from the road surface such as when the vehicle plunges into a deep ditch is severely impacted or knocked hard against an obstacle on the road such as a curb Seat seatbelt and SRS airbags SRS airbag Supplemental Restraint System airbag 1 47 CO...

Page 77: ...d bed of a truck 3 The vehicle sustains an oblique 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 which might not necessarily require deployment of driver s driver s and front passenger s SRS frontal airbag s In the event of accidents like those illustrated ...

Page 78: ... wall in immediate succession once either or both of the driver s and front passenger s SRS frontal airbags is are activated on the first impact it they will not be activated on the second impact SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag The SRS side airbag is stored in the door side of each front seat seatback In a moderate to severe side impact collision the SRS side airbag on the impacted side of ...

Page 79: ...NING Do not sit or lean unnecessarily close to either front door The SRS side airbag is stored in both front seat seatbacks next to the door and it provides protection by deploying rapidly faster than the blink of an eye in the event of a side impact collision However the force of SRS side airbag deployment may cause injuries if your head or other parts of the body are too close to the SRS side ai...

Page 80: ... s seat facing the side window or put their head arms and hands out of the win dow In the event of an accident the force of the SRS curtain airbag deployment could injure the child seriously because his her head is close to the SRS curtain airbag WARNING Do 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...

Page 81: ... in the same accident Also the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag deploys independently of the driver s and front passenger s SRS frontal airbags in the steering wheel and instrument panel An impact sensor which senses impact force is located in each of the following locations In the left and right front doors In the left and right center pillars In the left and right rear wheel houses Under t...

Page 82: ...around the front seat seatback with bare hands right after deployment Doing so can cause burns because the compo nents can be very hot as a result of deployment After deployment do not touch any part of the SRS curtain airbag system from the front pillar to the part of the roof side over the rear seat Doing so can cause burns because the components can be very hot as a result of deployment The SRS...

Page 83: ...hich the SRS side airbag will most likely deploy A severe side impact near the front seat Examples of the types of acci dents in which the SRS curtain airbag will most likely deploy 1 A severe side impact near the front seat or the rear seat 2 An offset frontal collision that is severe enough to deploy the front airbag ...

Page 84: ...e 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 which might not necessarily require the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag deployment In the event of accidents like those illustrated the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag may not deploy depending on the level of acciden...

Page 85: ...hicle is struck from the side more than once the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag deploy only once on the first 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 activated on the first impact they will not be activated on the second SRS airbag syst...

Page 86: ...ately take your vehi cle to your nearest SUBARU dealer to have the system checked Unless checked and properly repaired the seatbelt pretensioners and or SRS airbag will not operate properly in the event of a collision which may increase the risk of injury Flashing or flickering of the warn ing light No illumination of the warning light when the ignition switch is first turned to the ON position Co...

Page 87: ...ags did not deploy The pad of the steering wheel the cover over the front passenger s SRS frontal airbag or either roof side from the front pillar to a point over the rear seat is scratched cracked or other wise damaged The center pillar front door rear wheel house or rear sub frame or an area near these parts was involved in an accident in which the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag did not ...

Page 88: ...e etc other than genu ine SUBARU accessory parts to the front end Modification of the suspension system or front end structure Installation of a tire of different size and construction from the tires specified on the vehicle placard attached to the driver s door pillar or specified for indivi dual vehicle models in this Own er s Manual Attachment of any equipment side steps or side sill protectors...

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Page 90: ... 19 Unlocking the doors 2 19 Opening the trunk lid 2 19 Vehicle finder function 2 19 Sounding a panic alarm 2 20 Selecting audible signal operation models without keyless access with push button start system 2 20 Replacing the battery 2 20 Replacing lost transmitters 2 20 Welcome lighting if equipped 2 20 Alarm system 2 21 System operation 2 22 Activating and deactivating the alarm system 2 22 If ...

Page 91: ... Immobilizer The immobilizer system is designed to prevent an unauthorized person from starting the engine Only keys registered with your vehicle s immobilizer system can be used to operate your vehicle This system however is not a 100 anti theft guaranty For models with keyless access with push button start system If you press the push button ignition switch when carrying an unregistered access k...

Page 92: ...access with push button start system Seven models with keyless access with push button start system One key that has already been registered is required in order to register a new key If you lose a key the lost key s ID code still remains in the memory of the vehicle s immobilizer system For security reasons the lost key s ID code should be erased from the memory To erase the lost key s ID code al...

Page 93: ...the driver s door with a key including a mechanical key and open the door while the alarm system is armed the alarm system is triggered and the vehicle s horn sounds In this case perform any of the following operations Models with keyless access with push button start system Press any button on the access key except when the access key battery is discharged Turn the push button ignition switch to ...

Page 94: ...NOTE Make sure that you do not leave the key inside the vehicle when locking the doors from the outside without the key Locking and unlocking from the inside 1 Unlock 2 Lock To lock the door from the inside rotate the lock lever forward To unlock the door from the inside rotate the lock lever rearward The red mark on the lock lever appears when the door is unlocked Pull the inside door handle to o...

Page 95: ...by this function Item Switch position Automatically turning off Map lights OFF Approximately 20 minutes later Dome light DOOR Approximately 20 minutes later Ignition switch light Approximately 20 minutes later Trunk light Approximately 20 minutes later The battery drainage prevention function affects only the map lights on models with the moonroof and only when the map light switches are in the OF...

Page 96: ...the ON position models with keyless access with push button start system This function s operational non opera tional setting can be changed by a SUBARU dealer Contact a SUBARU dealer for details NOTE The factory setting default setting for this function is set as operational When leaving the vehicle make sure you are holding the key before locking the doors Behavior with key lock in preven tion f...

Page 97: ...s entry system can also be con trolled with the buttons on the access key For detailed information refer to Remote keyless entry system F2 17 A mechanical key is attached to each access key The mechanical key is used for the following operations Locking and unlocking the driver s door Locking and unlocking the glove box You cannot unlock the glove box without using the mechanical key You can keep ...

Page 98: ...equency 134 kHz 1 Antenna CAUTION Never leave or store the access key inside the vehicle e g on the instrumental panel inside the glove box on the seat in the door pocket or on the rear shelf or within 6 6 ft 2 m around the vehicle e g in the garage The access key may be locked inside the vehicle or the battery may discharge rapidly Note that the push button ignition switch may not turn on in some...

Page 99: ...le the keyless ac cess function is switched to the non operational mode refer to Access key if access key does not operate properly F9 16 The keyless access with push but ton start system uses weak radio waves The status of the access key and environmental conditions may in terfere with the communication be tween the access key and the vehicle under the following conditions and it may not be possi...

Page 100: ...d unlocking with keyless access entry func tion Operating ranges 1 Antenna 2 Operating range The operating ranges of the door locking unlocking functions and the trunk lid unlocking function are approximately 16 to 32 in 40 to 80 cm from the respective door handles and the trunk ornament 1 LED indicator When the access key is within either of the operating ranges of the front doors the LED indicat...

Page 101: ...of water when the vehicle is washed or during heavy rain the doors may be locked or unlocked The keyless access function may not operate properly depending on the status of the access key and the radio wave conditions around the vehicle In such a case perform the procedure described in Locking and unlocking F9 16 How to use keyless access func tions Keyless access function tips When you lock the d...

Page 102: ...hazard warning flashers will flash twice Locking 1 Door lock sensor Carry the access key close all doors and the trunk lid and touch the door lock sensor on the door handle All doors will be locked Also an electronic chirp will sound once and the hazard warning flashers will flash once NOTE After touching the door lock sensor to lock all of the doors if you touch the door lock sensor once more to ...

Page 103: ...any other doors You can change the setting for the driver s door Operational Only the driver s door will be unlocked Non operational All doors will be un locked For the factory setting default setting refer to Function settings F22 NOTE The setting can be changed by your SUBARU dealer Contact your SUBARU dealer for details Also the setting can be changed by operating the multi function display For...

Page 104: ...2 is performed open the driver s door 4 Within 5 seconds after step 3 is performed push the rear side unlock side of the power door locking switch twice while the door is open 5 Within 30 seconds after step 4 is performed close and open the driver s door twice 6 Within 30 seconds after step 5 is performed push the rear side unlock side of the power door locking switch twice while the door is open ...

Page 105: ...ion Canada spec models NOTE This device complies with Industry Canada licence exempt RSS standard s Operation is subject to the follow ing two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device NOTE Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d Industrie Canada applicables aux appar...

Page 106: ...ègles de la FCC et CNR d Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence L exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes 1 l appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage et 2 l utilisateur de l appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi même si le brouillage est susceptible d en compromettre le fonctionnement For models with keyless access with push b...

Page 107: ... button 2 Unlock disarm button 3 Trunk lid unlock button 4 PANIC button Transmitter 1 Lock arm button 2 Unlock disarm button 3 Trunk lid unlock button 4 PANIC button NOTE The hazard warning flashers will flash once or twice when the transmitter button is pressed in the following cases When locking the doors When unlocking the doors When unlocking the trunk lid Operation of the hazard warning flash...

Page 108: ...e hazard warning flashers will flash twice To unlock all doors briefly press the unlock disarm button a second time within 5 seconds NOTE If the interval between the first and second presses of the unlock disarm button for unlocking of all of the doors is extremely short the system may not respond Opening the trunk lid The trunk lid opens when the button is pressed continuously for at least 2 seco...

Page 109: ...t 6 times within 10 seconds after Step 2 4 Open and close the driver s door once within 10 seconds after Step 3 5 The hazard warning flashers flash 3 times to indicate completion of the setting You may have the above settings done by your SUBARU dealer Also the setting can be changed using the multi function display For details refer to Audible signal setting F3 83 You may also change the volume o...

Page 110: ...the transmitter or the lock sensor on the door handle is operated two times successively NOTE If the light control switch is set to a position other than AUTO position the headlights and the exterior lights will turn off When exiting from the vehicle the headlights and exterior lights will turn off if the driver s door is not opened and closed within 3 minutes from turn ing on of the welcome light...

Page 111: ... vehicle s alarm system for activation or deactiva tion do the following 1 Disarm the alarm system Refer to Disarming the system F2 25 2 Sit in the driver s seat and shut all doors and the trunk lid 3 Turn the ignition switch to the ON position 4 Hold down the REAR UNLOCK side of the driver s power door locking switch open the driver s door within the following 1 second and wait 10 seconds without...

Page 112: ...ls during this period If any of the following actions is done during the standby period the system will not switch to the surveil lance state Doors including the trunk lid are unlocked using the access key remote transmitter Doors including the trunk lid are unlocked using the keyless access function models with key less access with push button start system Any door including the trunk lid is open...

Page 113: ...om the ignition switch models without keyless access with push button start system turn the push button ignition switch to the OFF position models with keyless access with push button start system 3 Open the doors and get out of the vehicle 4 Make sure that the engine hood is locked 5 Close the doors and the trunk lid but leave only the driver s door or the front passenger s door open 6 Press the ...

Page 114: ...arm button for less than 2 seconds on the access key remote transmitter Carry the access key and grip the front door handle models with keyless access with push button start system The flashing of the security indicator light will then change slowly once approxi mately every 3 seconds from twice ap proximately every 2 seconds indicating that the alarm system has been disarmed Emergency disarming I...

Page 115: ...out keyless access with push button start system When passive arming mode has been programmed by the dealer arming of the system is automatically accomplished without using the remote transmitter Note that in this mode DOORS MUST BE MANUALLY LOCKED To enter the passive mode If you wish to program the passive arming mode have it done by your SUBARU dealer Arming the system CAUTION In passive mode t...

Page 116: ...option When a light impact was sensed once only models with shock sensors dealer option NOTE Any of the above indicator light flash ings will recur each time the ignition switch is turned to the ON position Rearming the alarm system cancels the flashing Shock sensors dealer op tion The shock sensors trigger the alarm system when they sense impacts applied to the vehicle and when any of their elect...

Page 117: ...t Windows WARNING To avoid serious personal injury caused by accidental child s mis chief or improper operation the driver is responsible for obeying the following instructions without exception When operating the power win dows be extremely careful to prevent anyone s fingers arms neck head or other objects from being caught in the window Always lock the passengers win dows using the lock switch ...

Page 118: ... switch also has a one touch auto up feature that allows the window to be closed fully without holding the switch Pull the switch up until it clicks and release it and the window will fully close To stop the window halfway push the switch down lightly NOTE If the vehicle s battery is discon nected due to situations such as battery or fuse replacement the one touch auto up down function is deacti v...

Page 119: ...nt function may operate The window cannot be operated for a few seconds after the anti entrap ment function operates If the vehicle s battery is discon nected due to situations such as battery or fuse replacement the anti entrapment function is deactivated Initialize the power window to reacti vate the anti entrapment function Re fer to Initialization of power window F2 32 While closing the driver...

Page 120: ...senger window can be controlled by the power window switch located on the door Operating the windows To open Press the switch down and hold it until the window reaches the desired position To close Pull the switch up and hold it until the window reaches the desired position When the lock switch on the power window switch cluster located on the driver s side door is in the lock position the passeng...

Page 121: ...he trunk lid closed while driving Help prevent children 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 including brain damage to anyone locked inside particularly for small chil dren When leaving the vehicle close all windows and lock all doors Also make certai...

Page 122: ...andle If the driver starts the vehi cle without knowing that a child is inside the trunk and the child opens the lid using the release handle the child could fall out and be killed or seriously injured CAUTION Do not close the lid while grip ping the release handle The handle may be damaged Do not use the handle as a hook to fasten straps or ropes to secure your cargo in the trunk Such use may res...

Page 123: ...ects protrude from the moonroof A person could be seriously injured if the vehicle stops suddenly or turns sharply or if the vehicle is involved in an accident To avoid serious personal injury caused by accidental child s mis chief or improper operation the driver is responsible for obeying the following instructions without exception Before closing the moonroof make sure that no one s hands arms ...

Page 124: ...d only when the moonroof is fully closed To raise Press and hold the rear side of the UP DOWN switch for a short time The moonroof raises completely To lower Press and hold the front side of the UP DOWN switch until the preferred position has reached Release the switch after the moonroof has been raised or has been lowered com pletely Pressing the switch continuously may cause damage to the moonro...

Page 125: ...when the moonroof is opened Anti entrapment function When the moonroof senses a substantial enough object trapped between its glass and the vehicle s roof during closure it automatically moves back to the fully open position and stops there The anti entrap ment function may also be activated by a strong shock on the moonroof even when there is nothing trapped CAUTION Never attempt to test this fun...

Page 126: ...K ENGINE warning light Malfunction indicator light 3 16 Charge warning light 3 17 Oil pressure warning light 3 17 Engine low oil level warning indicator except STI 3 17 Windshield washer fluid warning indicator 3 17 AT OIL TEMP warning light CVT models 3 18 Rear differential oil temperature warning light STI 3 18 Low tire pressure warning light U S spec models 3 18 ABS warning light 3 20 Brake sys...

Page 127: ...n 3 46 Ending screen 3 47 Self check screen 3 47 Interruption screen 3 48 Basic screens 3 49 Selection screen 3 56 Date and time settings 3 60 Image quality and volume settings 3 67 Screen settings 3 69 Maintenance settings 3 78 Driving history registration 3 81 Car settings 3 82 Initialize 3 90 Audio setting if equipped 3 92 Sound setting if equipped 3 94 Hands free system setting 3 95 Light cont...

Page 128: ...Instruments and controls Tilt telescopic steering wheel 3 115 Horn 3 116 ...

Page 129: ...ees or hands while you are driving it could turn the ignition switch from the ON posi tion to the ACC or LOCK posi tion thereby stopping the engine Also if the key is attached to a keyholder or to a large bunch of other keys centrifugal force may act on it as the vehicle moves resulting in unwanted turning of the ignition switch The ignition switch has four positions LOCK ACC ON and START NOTE Kee...

Page 130: ... start the engine pull out the key once the security indicator light will blink and then insert the key in the ignition switch and turn it to the START position and again try to start the engine 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 near or t...

Page 131: ...ions Refer to Safety precautions F2 8 Operating range for push button start system 1 Antenna 2 Operating range NOTE If the access key is not detected within the operating range of the an tennas inside the vehicle the push button ignition switch and the engine start cannot be operated Even when the access key is outside the vehicle if it is placed too close to the glass it may be possible to switch...

Page 132: ...me it may result in vehicle battery discharge Do not spill drinks or other liquids on the push button igni tion switch It may cause a mal function Do not touch the push button ignition switch with a hand soiled with oil or other contaminants It may cause a malfunction If the push button ignition switch does not operate smoothly stop the operation Contact a SUBARU dealer immediately If the push but...

Page 133: ...rk your vehicle under emergency conditions The hazard warning flasher works regard less of the position of the ignition switch To turn on the hazard warning flasher push the hazard warning button on the instrument panel To turn off the flasher push the button again NOTE When the hazard warning flasher is on the turn signals do not work Meters and gauges NOTE Liquid crystal displays are used in som...

Page 134: ... is in the LOCK OFF or ACC position the odometer trip meter will light up If you do not press the trip knob within 10 seconds of illumination of the od ometer trip meter the odometer trip meter will turn off Also if 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 Double trip meter 1 Trip knob This meter display...

Page 135: ... tachometer shows the engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute CAUTION Do not operate the engine with the pointer of the tachometer in the red zone This may cause severe da mage to the engine Fuel gauge 1 Low fuel warning light The fuel gauge shows the approximate amount of fuel remaining in the tank When the ignition switch is in the LOCK OFF or ACC position the fuel gauge shows E even...

Page 136: ...ime until the fuel gauge indication stabilizes Temperature gauge 1 Normal operating range The temperature gauge shows engine coolant temperature when the ignition switch is in the ON position The coolant temperature will vary in accordance with the outside temperature and driving conditions We recommend that you drive moderately until the pointer of the temperature gauge reaches near the middle of...

Page 137: ...hown until driving 0 6 mile 1 km Until that time the ECO gauge does not operate REV indicator light and buz zer STI 1 REV indicator light The REV alarm system has the following functions When the engine speed reaches the level that was previously set the REV indicator light illuminates to inform you At this time a buzzer also sounds if the buzzer setting is activated Whenever the engine speed ente...

Page 138: ...ire pressure warning light U S spec models ABS warning light Brake system warning light Low fuel warning light Hill start assist warning light Hill start assist OFF indicator light Door open warning light AWD warning light if equipped Power steering warning light except STI Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light Vehicle Dynamics Control opera tion indicator light Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indic...

Page 139: ...ng operation that follows the 6 second warning after turning ON the ignition switch When the ignition switch is turned ON next time however the complete sequence of the warning operation resumes For further details about canceling the warning operation please contact your SUBARU dealer If there is no passenger on the front passenger s seat the seatbelt warning device for the front passenger s seat...

Page 140: ...etensioners and or SRS airbag system Immediately take your vehi cle to your nearest SUBARU dealer to have the system checked Unless checked and properly repaired the seatbelt pretensioners and or SRS airbag will not operate properly in the event of a collision which may increase the risk of injury Flashing or flickering of the warn ing light No illumination of the warning light when the ignition s...

Page 141: ...nks while the engine is running it may indicate that there is a problem or potential problem somewhere in the emission con trol system If the light illuminates steadily If the light illuminates steadily while driving or does not turn off after the engine starts an emission control system malfunction has been detected You should have your vehicle checked by an authorized SUBARU dealer immedi ately ...

Page 142: ...Engine low oil level warning indicator ex cept STI This indicator appears when the engine oil level decreases to the lower limit If the engine low oil level warning indicator appears while driving park the vehicle in a safe and level location and then check the engine oil level When the engine oil level is not within the normal range refill with engine oil Refer to Engine oil F11 12 If the warning...

Page 143: ... SUBARU dealer for service NOTE If the tire pressures are not correct and or the tires are not all the same size and brand the rear differential will be heavily loaded when the vehicle is driven resulting in an abnormally high oil temperature The rear differential oil will deterio rate if its temperature increases en ough for the rear differential oil tem perature warning light to illuminate It is...

Page 144: ...SUBARU dealer as soon as possible WARNING If this light does not illuminate briefly after the ignition switch is turned ON or the light illuminates steadily after blinking for approxi mately one minute you should have your Tire Pressure Monitoring Sys tem checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible If this light illuminates while driving never brake suddenly and keep driving straight ahead whil...

Page 145: ...vior is as described in the following conditions the ABS system may be considered normal The warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and turns off approxi mately 2 seconds after the engine has started The warning light illuminates right after the engine is started but turns off immediately remaining off The warning light remains illumi nated after the engine...

Page 146: ... 1 Stop the vehicle in the nearest safe flat place 2 Shut down the engine apply the parking brake and then restart it 3 Release the parking brake If both warning lights turn off the EBD system may be malfunctioning Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected 4 If both warning lights illuminate again and remain illuminated after the engine has been restarted shut down...

Page 147: ...uing to drive with the AWD warning light flashing can damage the powertrain If the AWD warning light starts to flash promptly park in a safe place and check whether the tires have differing diameters and whether any of the tires has an excessively low inflation pressure Power steering warn ing light except STI This warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and...

Page 148: ...uminate Though both the Vehicle Dynamics Control and ABS systems are inop erative in this case the ordinary functions of the brake system are still available You will be safe while driving with this condition but drive carefully and have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible NOTE If the electrical circuit of the Vehicle Dynamics Control system itself mal functions the warning...

Page 149: ...ight The indicator light flashes during activa tion of the skid suppression function and during activation of the traction control function NOTE The light may remain illuminated for a short period of time after the engine has been started especially in cold weather This does not indicate the existence of a problem The light should turn off as soon as the engine has warmed up The indicator light il...

Page 150: ...ntrol OFF mode For details refer to Vehicle Dynamics Control sys tem F7 38 NOTE The light may remain illuminated for a while after the engine has been started especially in cold weather This does not indicate the existence of a problem The light should turn off as soon as the engine has warmed up The indicator light illuminates when the engine has developed a problem and the CHECK ENGINE warning l...

Page 151: ...ates the status that the steering wheel is not released and could result in an accident involving serious injury or death CAUTION When starting the engine again after the operation indicator on the push button ignition switch flashes in green if the operation indicator is still flashing in green there could be a steering lock malfunction Contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as pos sible When the ope...

Page 152: ...while the access key is inside the vehicle A chirp sound will be heard and all doors will be unlocked Short beep 2 seconds Trunk lockout warning The trunk was closed with the access key in it while all doors are locked or during the automatic lock time period Take out the access key from the trunk and close the trunk By pressing the trunk opener button after this warning chime sounds the trunk can...

Page 153: ...e access key and press the push button ignition switch Ding Beep beep beep 3 beeps Access key takeout warning The driver exited the vehicle with the access key and closed the driver s door while the push button ignition switch is in a position other than OFF and the select lever is in the P position Switch the push button ignition switch to OFF and get out of the vehicle Ding Beep beep beep 3 beep...

Page 154: ...the battery of the access key Ding Flashes in green 15 seconds max Steering lock warning The engine start procedure was per formed but the steering is still locked While turning the steering wheel right and left lightly depress the brake pedal and press the push button ignition switch Ding Flashes in orange System malfunction warning A malfunction was detected in the power system or steering lock ...

Page 155: ...tion switch is turned from the ON position to the ACC or LOCK position Immediately after the key is pulled out If the indicator light does not blink in the above conditions it may indicate that immobilizer system may be malfunction ing Contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately In the event that an unauthorized key for example an unauthorized duplicate is used the security indicator light illu...

Page 156: ...ivated Refer to Gear Position Indicator Setting MT models F3 44 Select lever gear position in dicator CVT models 1 Upshift indicator 2 Downshift indicator This indicator shows the position of the select lever For models with manual mode when the manual mode is selected the gear posi tion indicator which shows the current gear selection and the upshift downshift indicator light up Refer to Continuo...

Page 157: ...in dicator This indicator appears when vehicle speed has been set to use the cruise control function Refer to To set cruise control F7 48 Automatic headlight beam leveler warning light models with LED headlights This light illuminates when the automatic headlight beam leveler does not operate normally If this light illuminates while driving or does not turn off approximately 3 seconds after turnin...

Page 158: ...tial LSD torque that is currently selected for the center differential is indicated by the illumination of these indicator Warning indicator All the indicators will flash in the event that the driver s control center differential has a malfunction Have the vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer For details refer to Driver s Control Center Differential C DIFF DCCD STI F7 19 If a malfunction occurs...

Page 159: ...i information display interferes with your ability to con centrate on driving stop the vehicle before performing operations on the screen Also do not concentrate on the display while driving Doing so may cause you to look away from the road and could result in an accident Various information will be shown on the multi information display Also a warning message will appear on the display if a malfu...

Page 160: ...s displayed take proper action according to the message shown on the screen Welcome screen When the door is unlocked and the driver s door is opened and then closed the welcome screen will appear for ap proximately 20 seconds NOTE Once the welcome screen appears it takes a certain period of time to display it again The welcome screen will disappear when the ignition switch is turned to the ON posi...

Page 161: ...e actions based on the messages indicated Control switch 1 Up select 2 SET enter 3 Down select The warning screen will return to the original screen after a few seconds While the information reminder is on the display it may be possible to display the warning screen again To recall the mes sage marked with on the display pull the SET switch on the steering wheel toward you ...

Page 162: ... high warning Red 3 11 9 11 Engine oil level warning except STI Yellow 3 17 Transmission fluid temperature high warning CVT models Yellow or red 3 18 Transmission control system malfunction warning CVT models Yellow 3 18 Low tire pressure warning U S spec models Yellow 3 18 TPMS system malfunction warning U S spec models Yellow 3 18 The displayed color varies depending on individual countries Inst...

Page 163: ... Parking brake applied warning Red 3 20 EBS system malfunction warning Red 3 21 Brake fluid level warning Red 3 21 Low fuel warning Yellow 3 21 Windshield washer fluid level warning Yellow 3 17 Hill start assist system malfunction warning Yellow 3 22 Door trunk lid open warning 3 22 AWD system malfunction warning if equipped Yellow 3 22 Electric power steering system malfunction warning except STI...

Page 164: ...rning if equipped Yellow 3 23 The keyless access with push button start system malfunction warning Low battery warning of the access key 3 26 Driver s control center differential system malfunction warning Yellow 3 32 Deactivation of switching SI DRIVE mode 7 28 7 30 Models with keyless access with push button start system Instruments and controls Multi information display 3 39 CONTINUED ...

Page 165: ...g engine 7 12 Select lever into P operation Access key warning The vehicle was driven while the access key is not inside the vehicle 3 26 Push button ignition switch without OFF warning 3 26 Access key lock in warning 3 26 Emergency operation of push button ignition switch 9 16 Release operation for steering lock 3 26 Power save function operation 2 14 Key in the ignition switch reminder if equipp...

Page 166: ...ney time the time that has elapsed since the ignition switch was turned to the ON position Digital speedometer SI DRIVE mode screen This screen indicates the current SI DRIVE mode with its throttle angle Menu screen entering screen While this screen is selected pull and hold the SET switch to enter the menu screen Instruments and controls Multi information display 3 41 CONTINUED ...

Page 167: ...old the SET switch to enter the menu screens when all of the following conditions are satisfied The vehicle has been completely stopped The select lever is in the P position CVT models The shift lever is in the neutral position MT models The menu screen entering screen is selected ...

Page 168: ...icator Setting MT models On or Off On Languages Select the display language The default language settings vary depending on individual countries For U S models English REV settings STI REV Indicator Light On or Off Off REV Alarm Level Engine Speed 2000 rpm RED ZONE 2000 rpm REV Buzzer On or Off Off Default Settings Yes or No Instruments and controls Multi information display 3 43 CONTINUED ...

Page 169: ...splay of the shift position in dicator or Off to deactivate it Languages Operate the or switch on the steering wheel to display the preferred language Then pull the SET switch to select the displayed language REV settings STI NOTE If the setting of the REV Indicator Light is Off the setting menus of the REV Alarm Level Engine Speed and the REV Buzzer are not displayed After entering the REV settin...

Page 170: ...ction display has the follow ing functions Description Page Displays useful messages such as warning information etc 3 48 Displays basic screens e g fuel consumption screen etc 3 49 Sets and adjusts maintenance notification 3 78 Registers driving history 3 81 Sets and customizes car opera tion 3 82 Also the multi function display can also be used to set and initialize the multi function display it...

Page 171: ...For details refer to Bypass screen setting F3 75 For a certain period of time after the welcome screen has once appeared it may not appear again even when the driver s door is closed again This does not indicate a malfunction Date screen If you have set the date and time in the selection screen after the welcome screen is displayed the current date will be displayed for a certain period of time If...

Page 172: ...mption since the trip meter was last reset It displays the average fuel consumption corresponding to the A trip meter mileage or the one corre sponding to the B trip meter mileage Self check screen When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position the vehicle self check will be performed The screens corresponding to the following items will appear one after another for several seconds each 1 E...

Page 173: ...either of the following conditions The period of time remaining until the registered notification date is 15 days or less The total driving distance remain ing until the registered notification distance is approximately 311 miles 500 km or less The maintenance notification screen will be displayed until either of the following conditions is satisfied The period of time passed after the registered ...

Page 174: ...he ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position the outside temperature indicator clock etc will be shown on the information bar Outside temperature indicator This displays the outside temperature between 408F 408C and 1228F 508C Icy road surface warning screen When the outside temperature becomes 378F 38C or less the icy road surface warning screen interrupts to inform the driver that the road su...

Page 175: ...he clock can be displayed in either 12 hour display or 24 hour display For details about the setting refer to Current date and time setting F3 60 NOTE If the vehicle battery is disconnected the clock shown in the information bar will be reset Set the time again after the vehicle battery is connected For details about the setting refer to Top display setting F3 69 Boost pressure accelerator opening...

Page 176: ...tion per unit time bar graph 2 Average fuel consumption corresponding to the driving distance of each trip meter red line This screen displays the fuel economy history for the vehicle using a bar graph The horizontal scale represents the past time range and the vertical scale repre sents the fuel consumption The green bars show driving with good fuel economy and the yellow bars show driving with p...

Page 177: ...gularly 1 Power train illuminated in blue When the Vehicle Dynamics Control sys tem starts to activate the tires illuminate in yellow 1 History of Vehicle Dynamics Control system activation When the Vehicle Dynamics Control sys tem activates the tires illuminate in yellow and the Vehicle Dynamics Control system operating indicator flashes 1 Activation status of the ABS Anti lock Brake System 2 Veh...

Page 178: ...Lifetime fuel consumption Engine oil temperature except STI Accelerator opening ratio Journey distance the distance that has been driven since the ignition switch was turned to the ON position Average fuel consumption for the entire driving distance from when the ignition switch was turned to the ON position Boost pressure Guidance screen When the button is pushed and held the selection screen can...

Page 179: ... not displayed For details refer to Clock calendar screen setting F3 74 Audio screen if equipped Example of the audio screen This screen displays the current audio mode FM mode AM mode etc and the following items When FM mode or AM mode is se lected Broadcasting station on air Frequency on air HD indicator type B When the HD radio is set to ON and gathering digital data or when receiving a live br...

Page 180: ... title while playing music or an audiobook Song title while playing music or a podcast Audiobook title while playing an audio book Podcast date while playing a podcast Press the LIST button on the audio set to display the titles of playlists etc When Bluetooth audio mode is se lected Album title Artist title Song title When AUX mode is selected No Device only when you select AUX mode while an exte...

Page 181: ...me Date Set and adjust the time and date 12h or 24h format can be selected 1 1 2013 12 h 13 00 3 60 Birthday Set a birthday max 5 3 61 Anniversary Set an anniversary day max 5 3 63 Daylight Saving Time Turn the daylight saving time on or off Off 3 66 Go Back Return to the top menu Display Contrast Adjust the contrast 5 5 0 3 67 Screen Off Turn the screen on or off On or Off Off 3 67 Beep Adjust th...

Page 182: ... consumption center Average fuel consumption right Accelerator opening ratio 3 73 Clock Select the clock format Analog clock Digital clock Calendar or Off Analog clock 3 74 Bypass Screen Set the bypass screen for each item On or Off Welcome screen On Eco Summary Off Birthday Remin der On Anniversary Re minder On 3 75 Rear View Camera Set the delayed off function of the rear view camera image displ...

Page 183: ...All Settings Clear all items to the factory default settings Yes or No 3 80 Go Back Return to the top menu Driving History Set Register and overwrite the driving record 3 81 Go Back Return to the top menu Car Setting Audible Signal Set the audible signal On or Off On 3 83 Hazard Warning Flasher Set the hazard warning flasher On or Off On 3 84 Defogger Set and customize the operation of the defogge...

Page 184: ...Defaults Reset all settings to the default settings Yes or No 3 90 Lifetime Fuel Cons Reset Clear logged lifetime fuel consumption data Yes or No 3 91 Go Back Return to the top menu Go Back Return to the top menu Instruments and controls Multi function display 3 59 CONTINUED ...

Page 185: ...that do not exist in the Gregorian calendar cannot be set for example April 31 Preparation for date setting 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON position 2 Push and hold the button to show the selection screen 3 After the selection screen is displayed operate the or switch to show the Date item Then push the button Current date and time setting 1 Perform the preparation steps accord ing to Prepara...

Page 186: ...y operating the switch and confirm the setting by pushing the button 6 The system will notify you that the setting is complete Birthday setting 1 Perform the preparation steps accord ing to Preparation for date setting F3 60 2 Operate the or switch to select the Birthday item Then push the button 3 Select an entry in the list to set by operating the or switch Then push the button Instruments and c...

Page 187: ...ing step 5 you can enter the name 7 Select characters by operating the or switch Then push the button You can select characters of the English alphabet upper case charac ters and lower case characters are available eleven symbols or blank spaces The word being edited will be displayed with an underline 8 After entering the name by repeating step 7 select Set by operating the switch and confirm the...

Page 188: ...r to Bypass screen setting F3 75 From 1 to 7 days prior to the birthday On a birthday displayed in red NOTE If _ _ is selected for either the Month or Day item instead of numbers the birthday notification will be deactivated Anniversary setting 1 Perform the preparation steps accord ing to Preparation for date setting F3 60 2 Operate the or switch to select the Anniversary item Then push the butto...

Page 189: ... item 5 Select numbers by operating the or switch Then push the button 6 After entering the date by repeating step 5 you can enter the name 7 Select characters by operating the or switch Then push the button You can select characters of the English alphabet upper case charac ters and lower case characters are available eleven symbols or blank spaces The word being edited will be displayed with an ...

Page 190: ...ting F3 75 From 1 to 7 days prior to the anniversary On an anniversary displayed in orange NOTE If _ _ is selected for either the Month or Day item instead of numbers the anniversary notification will be deactivated Clearing birthday or anniversary 1 Perform the preparation steps accord ing to Preparation for date setting F3 60 and display Birthday or Anniversary on the screen 2 Select the preferr...

Page 191: ...ate the or switch to select the Daylight Saving Time item Then push the button 3 The current setting will be displayed Push the button to enter the selection mode 4 Select On or Off by operating the or switch Then push the button 5 Select Set by operating the switch and confirm the setting by pushing the button 6 The system will notify you that the setting is complete ...

Page 192: ...the or switch to show the Display item Then push the button Contrast setting 1 Perform the preparation steps accord ing to Preparation for image quality and volume settings F3 67 2 Operate the or switch to select the Contrast item Then push the button 3 Select a contrast level by operating the or switch and confirm the setting by pushing the button Screen OFF setting 1 Perform the preparation step...

Page 193: ... to the ON position the screen will be restored The screen will be restored with the basic screen that was displayed when the screen was turned off While the screen is off a warning message will be displayed if necessary but other screens will not be displayed Beep volume setting 1 Perform the preparation steps accord ing to Preparation for image quality and volume settings F3 67 2 Operate the or ...

Page 194: ...the items operate the or switch and then push the button Preparation for screen settings 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON position 2 Push and hold the button to show the selection screen 3 After the selection screen is displayed operate the or switch to show the Screen Setting item Then push the button Top display setting 1 Perform the preparation steps accord ing to Preparation for screen set...

Page 195: ...e button once more 4 Select an item by operating the or switch Then push the button 5 Select Set by operating the switch and confirm the setting by pushing the button 6 The system will notify you that the setting is complete Fuel consumption screen setting 1 Perform the preparation steps accord ing to Preparation for screen settings F3 69 ...

Page 196: ... the or switch Then push the button 5 Select Set by operating the switch and confirm the setting by pushing the button 6 The system will notify you that the setting is complete Economy history setting 1 Perform the preparation steps accord ing to Preparation for screen settings F3 69 Instruments and controls Multi function display 3 71 CONTINUED ...

Page 197: ...utton 3 Push the button once more 4 Select the time of the logged fuel consumption history by operating the or switch and then push the button 5 Select Go Back by operating the switch 6 Select Set by operating the switch and confirm the setting by pushing the button 7 The system will notify you that the setting is complete ...

Page 198: ... location left center or right by operating the or switch Then push the button NOTE The same item cannot be selected for the left center or right location 4 Select the preferred item by operating the or switch Then push the button If you also want to change the setting for another location repeat steps 3 and 4 5 Select Set by operating the Instruments and controls Multi function display 3 73 CONTI...

Page 199: ...r screen setting 1 Perform the preparation steps accord ing to Preparation for screen settings F3 69 2 Operate the or switch to select the Clock item Then push the button 3 Push the button once more 4 Select Analog Clock Digital Clock Calendar or Off by operating the switch Then push the button 5 Select Set by operating the switch and confirm the setting by pushing the button ...

Page 200: ... the or switch to select the Bypass Screen item Then push the button 3 Select the item to set by operating the or switches Then push the button 4 Select On or Off by operating the or switch Then push the button If you want to change setting for another item repeat steps 3 and 4 5 Select Set by operating the or Instruments and controls Multi function display 3 75 CONTINUED ...

Page 201: ...image will not be displayed as soon as the select lever is set to the P position CVT models only or the vehicle speed is above approximately 5 mph 8 km h Refer to How to use the rear view camera F6 13 1 Perform the preparation steps accord ing to Preparation for screen settings F3 69 2 Operate the or switch to select the Rear View Camera item and then push the button 3 Push the button 4 Select an ...

Page 202: ...tch to select the Languages item Then push the button 3 The current language setting will be displayed Push the button to enter the language selection mode 4 Select the preferred language by operating the or switch Then push the button 5 Select Set by operating the switch and confirm the setting by pushing the button Instruments and controls Multi function display 3 77 CONTINUED ...

Page 203: ...witch to the ON position 2 Push and hold the button to show the selection screen 3 After the selection screen is displayed operate the or switch to show the Maintenance item Then push the button Engine oil setting 1 Perform the preparation steps accord ing to Preparation for maintenance set tings F3 78 2 Operate the or switch to select the Engine Oil item Then push the button 3 Select the setting ...

Page 204: ...ion continues for 15 days or more the system will display _ _ on the screen When the distance announcement reaches 0 km the display will show 0000 for the next 311 miles 500 km After exceeding 311 miles 500 km _ _ _ _ will be displayed Oil filter setting The setting procedure is the same as Engine oil setting F3 78 but select the Oil Filter item in step 2 Tires setting The setting procedure is the...

Page 205: ...ayed Push the button to enter the selection mode 4 Select On or Off by operating the or switch Then push the button 5 Select Set by operating the switch and confirm the setting by pushing the button 6 The system will notify you that the setting is complete Clear setting 1 Perform the preparation steps accord ing to Preparation for maintenance set tings F3 78 ...

Page 206: ...will notify you that the setting is complete Driving history registration The items in the driving history can be registered To change the items operate the or switch and then push the button 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON position 2 Push and hold the button to show the selection screen 3 After the selection screen is displayed operate the or switch to show the Driving History item Then push...

Page 207: ... button When registration is performed the first time it is registered directly without a notification 8 The system will notify you that the registration is complete Car settings The items in the car settings can be set To change the items operate the or switch and then push the button Preparation for car settings 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON position 2 Push and hold the button to show the...

Page 208: ...e button to enter the selection mode 4 Select On or Off by operating the or switch Then push the button 5 Select Set by operating the switch and confirm the setting by pushing the button 6 The system will notify you that the setting is complete If the setting is not available the following notification will be displayed In this case perform the setting procedure again Instruments and controls Mult...

Page 209: ...ate the or switch to select the Hazard Warning Flasher item Then push the button 3 The current setting will be displayed Push the button to enter the selection mode 4 Select On or Off by operating the or switch Then push the button 5 Select Set by operating the switch and confirm the setting by pushing the button 6 The system will notify you that the setting is complete ...

Page 210: ...or car settings F3 82 2 Operate the or switch to select the Defogger item Then push the button 3 The current setting will be displayed Push the button to enter the selection mode 4 Select the preferred setting by operat ing the or switch Then push the button 5 Select Set by operating the switch and confirm the setting by pushing the button Instruments and controls Multi function display 3 85 CONTI...

Page 211: ...e perform the setting procedure again Interior light off delay timer setting 1 Perform the preparation steps accord ing to Preparation for car settings F3 82 2 Operate the or switch to select the Interior Light item Then push the button 3 The current setting will be displayed Push the button to enter the selection mode 4 Select the preferred setting by operat ing the or switch Then push the button...

Page 212: ...setting procedure again Auto light sensor sensitivity setting 1 Perform the preparation steps accord ing to Preparation for car settings F3 82 2 Operate the or switch to select the Auto Light Sensor item Then push the button 3 The current setting will be displayed Push the button to enter the selection mode 4 Select the preferred setting by operat ing the or switch Then push the Instruments and co...

Page 213: ... displayed In this case perform the setting procedure again Keyless access setting models with keyless access with push button start system Preparation for keyless access settings 1 Perform the preparation steps accord ing to Preparation for car settings F3 82 2 Operate the or switch to select the Keyless Access Setting item Then push the button Driver s door unlock setting 1 Perform the preparati...

Page 214: ...red setting by operat ing the or switch Then push the button 5 Select Set by operating the switch and confirm the setting by pushing the button 6 The system will notify you that the setting is complete If the setting is not available the following notification will be displayed In this case perform the setting procedure again Instruments and controls Multi function display 3 89 CONTINUED ...

Page 215: ...election screen is displayed operate the or switch to show the Initialize item Then push the button Reset to factory default settings 1 Perform the preparation steps accord ing to Preparation for initialization F3 90 2 Operate the or switch to select the Reset to Defaults item Then push the button 3 The system will prompt a Yes No dialogue No is selected first To return to the factory default sett...

Page 216: ...the button 3 The system will prompt a Yes No dialogue No is selected first To reset the lifetime fuel consumption select Yes by operating the switch 4 Confirm the setting by pushing the button 5 Reconfirmation will be displayed If you are sure you want to proceed select Yes by operating the switch 6 Confirm the setting again by pushing the button Instruments and controls Multi function display 3 9...

Page 217: ...ir Audio 3 93 Select Audio 3 93 Set Passkey 3 93 Delete Audio 3 94 Speed Volume 3 94 HD Radio 3 94 Beep 3 94 Go Back If equipped To select the next menu in the same layer first or second menu Press the MENU button To enter the second menu Press the control dial while the BT Audio Setup menu is selected To enter the setting mode of the selected menu Press the control dial while the menu other than ...

Page 218: ...ering pairing device F5 34 Selecting audio device 1 Select the Select Audio menu 2 Perform the procedure described in Selecting device F5 34 Setting passkey 1 Select the Set Passkey menu 2 Perform the procedure described in Setting passkey F5 34 Instruments and controls Multi function display 3 93 CONTINUED ...

Page 219: ...e is the same as Speed volume setting F3 94 but select the HD Radio item in step 1 Beep setting The setting procedure is the same as Speed volume setting F3 94 but select the Beep item in step 1 Sound setting if equipped Example of the sound setting screen Control dial type A audio Control dial type B audio 1 Display the audio screen For details refer to Basic screens F3 49 2 Press the control dia...

Page 220: ...tegorized The following menus come under category 1 Phone Book Redial Call Back Setup If you press the OFF hook switch while a category 1 menu is displayed you can select the Top Redial menu Phonebook setting Select the Phone Book menu Then you can add use set or delete phonebook data as follows Adding phonebook entry Select the Add Entry menu Then you can select the following menus to add a phone...

Page 221: ...d Dial menu to delete a registered speed dial Redial setting Select the Redial menu Then the number stored in the outgoing call history memory will be displayed Select the Dial menu to dial the phone number Select the Store menu to add the phone number to the phonebook Select the Delete menu to delete the phone number from the outgoing call history Select the Go Back menu to go back to the BT TEL ...

Page 222: ...one setting Select the Phone Setup menu Then you can select the following menus Pair Phone to register a new cell phone Select Phone to select a cell phone to be used Change Name to change the regis tered name of the cell phone List Phones to show the list of the registered cell phones For details refer to List phones function F5 53 Set Passkey to change the pass key Delete to delete a registered ...

Page 223: ...gnition switch is in the ACC or ON position Regardless of the position of the light control switch the illuminated lights are turned off when the push button ignition switch is turned off Models without keyless access with push button start system The light control switch operates when the key is inserted in the ignition switch Regardless of the position of the light control switch the illuminated...

Page 224: ... automatically on or off depending on the level of the ambient light position The headlights are all off NOTE The sensitivity of the auto on off head lights can be changed by a SUBARU dealer Consult your SUBARU dealer for details Also for models with a multi function display the setting can be changed using the display For details refer to Auto light sensor sensitivity setting F3 87 Sensor for the...

Page 225: ... combination meter is also on Daytime running light system WARNING The brightness of the illumination of the high beam headlights is reduced by the daytime running light system The light switch must always be turned to the position when it is dark outside The high beam headlights will automati cally illuminate at reduced brightness when the following conditions are fulfilled The engine is running ...

Page 226: ...l position by hand To signal a lane change push the turn signal lever up or down slightly and hold it during the lane change The turn signal indicator lights will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change The lever will return automatically to the neutral position when you release it Illumination brightness con trol You can adjust the illumination brightness of the combination meter the cl...

Page 227: ...hen the vehicle is carrying a heavy load The automatic headlight beam leveler adjusts the headlight beam height auto matically and optimally according to the load being carried by the vehicle Fog light switch if equipped 1 Headlight switch 2 Fog light switch The front fog lights will turn on when the fog light switch is placed in the position while the headlights are in the following condition whi...

Page 228: ...reezing weather be sure that the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield or rear window before switching on the wipers Attempting to operate the wiper with the blades frozen to the window glass could cause not only the wiper blades to be damaged but also the wiper mo tor to burn out If the wiper blades are frozen to the window glass be sure to operate the defroster windshield wiper dei cer i...

Page 229: ...or at least 1 second so that washer solution will be sprinkled all over the windshield or rear window Grease wax insects or other mate rial on the windshield or the wiper blade results in jerky wiper operation and streaking on the glass If you cannot remove those streaks after operating the washer or if the wiper operation is jerky clean the outer sur face of the windshield or rear window and the ...

Page 230: ...interval to the longest Windshield washer To wash the windshield pull the wiper control lever toward you The washer fluid sprays until you release the lever The wipers operate while you pull the lever NOTE The windshield washer fluid warning indicator appears when the washer fluid level in the tank has dropped to the lower limit If the warning indicator appears refill the tank with fluid For the r...

Page 231: ...omatic dimming func tion is toggled on or off When the automatic dimming function is on the LED indicator will illuminate Even with the mirror in anti glare mode the mirror surface turns bright if the transmission is shifted into reverse This is to ensure good rearward visibility during reversing By pressing and releasing the switch for less than 3 seconds the compass display is toggled on or off ...

Page 232: ...pass window the compass needs to be cali brated 2 Drive the vehicle in a circle at 5 mph 8 km h or less until the display reads a direction 3 You can also calibrate the compass by driving your vehicle on your everyday routine The compass will be calibrated once it has tracked a complete circle 4 To recalibrate your compass push and hold the switch for 9 seconds until a C appears in the compass win...

Page 233: ...s a photosensor attached on both the front and back sides During nighttime driving these sensors detect distracting glare from vehicle headlights behind you and automatically dim the mirror to eliminate glare and preserve your vision For this reason use care not to cover the sensors with stickers or other similar items Periodically wipe the sen sors clean using a piece of dry soft cotton cloth or ...

Page 234: ...da Its operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received includ ing interference that may cause undesired operation Changes and modifications to this system by anyone other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment HomeLink and the HomeLink house are ...

Page 235: ...hand held transmitter between 1 and 3 inches 25 and 76 mm away from the HomeLink button you wish to pro gram 4 Simultaneously press and hold both the hand held transmitter button and the desired HomeLink button DO NOT re lease the buttons until step 5 has been completed NOTE Some gate operators and garage door openers may require you to replace this programming step 4 with proce dures in Programmi...

Page 236: ...unit which activates the training light on the unit Proceed to step 3 within 30 seconds 3 Inside the vehicle firmly press hold for 2 seconds and release the HomeLink button that was programmed in the pre vious section Press and release the button a second time to complete the programming procedure NOTE Some garage door openers may re quire you to do the above press hold release sequence a third ti...

Page 237: ... appropriate but ton The indicator light illuminates indicat ing that the signal is being transmitted Programming other devices To program other devices such as door locks home lighting and security systems contact HomeLink at www homelink com or call 1 800 355 3515 Reprogramming a single HomeLink button 1 Press and hold the HomeLink button you wish to reprogram DO NOT release the button until ste...

Page 238: ... mirror Do not use the convex mirror to judge the distance of vehicles behind you when changing lanes Use the inside mirror or glance backwards to determine the actual size and dis tance of objects that you view in convex mirror Remote control mirror switch Select side to adjust Direction control The remote control mirrors operate only when the ignition switch is in the ON or ACC position 1 Turn t...

Page 239: ...minutes If the rear window and the outside mirrors have been cleared and the windshield wiper blades have been deiced completely before that time press the control switch to turn them off If defrost ing defogging or deicing is not complete you have to press the control switch to turn them on again It is possible for the defogger and deicer system to be set to continuous operation mode by a SUBARU ...

Page 240: ... wheel WARNING Do not adjust the 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 wheel again It is dan gerous to drive without locking the steering wheel This may cause loss of vehicle control and result in personal injury 1 Tilt adjustment 2 Telescopi...

Page 241: ...3 116 Instruments and controls Horn Horn To sound the horn push the horn pad ...

Page 242: ... 4 9 Type B 4 9 Operating tips for heater and air conditioner 4 9 Cleaning ventilation grille 4 9 Efficient cooling after parking in direct sunlight 4 9 Lubrication oil circulation in the refrigerant circuit 4 10 Checking air conditioning system before summer season 4 10 Cooling and dehumidifying in high humidity and low temperature weather conditions 4 10 Air conditioner compressor shut off when ...

Page 243: ...or control Ventilator control Center and side ventilators Center ventilators 1 Open 2 Close Side ventilators 1 Open 2 Close To adjust the flow direction move the tab To open or close the ventilator turn the thumb wheel up or down ...

Page 244: ...efer to Fan speed control F4 8 5 Air conditioner button Refer to Air conditioner control F4 8 6 Air inlet selection button Refer to Air inlet selection F4 8 7 Temperature control dial Refer to Auto matic climate control operation F4 5 and or Temperature control F4 7 8 AUTO button Refer to Automatic cli mate control operation F4 5 9 OFF button Refer to Automatic climate control operation F4 5 Clima...

Page 245: ...UAL mode type B F4 7 5 Fan speed control dial Refer to Fan speed control F4 8 6 Air conditioner button Refer to Air conditioner control F4 8 7 Air inlet selection button Refer to Air inlet selection F4 8 8 Airflow mode selection button Refer to Airflow mode selection F4 6 9 Temperature control dial Refer to Auto matic climate control operation F4 5 and or Temperature control F4 7 10 AUTO button Re...

Page 246: ...erature range may vary depending on the regional specifications of the vehicle If you operate any of the buttons on the control panel other than the OFF button rear window defogger button and temperature control dial s during FULL AUTO mode operation the FULL indicator on the control panel will turn off and the AUTO indicator will remain illuminated You can then manually control the system as desi...

Page 247: ...r air temperature sensor next to the steering column Outside temperature sensor near the front bumper opening Manual climate control op eration Airflow mode selection To select the airflow mode Type A Turn the airflow mode selection dial Type B Press the airflow mode selection button To select the defrost mode Press the defroster button Airflow modes are as follows Ventilation Instrument panel out...

Page 248: ... defroster was activated Temperature control Turn the temperature control dial to set the preferred interior temperature With the dial set to your preferred temperature the system automatically adjusts the tempera ture of air supplied from the outlets so that the preferred temperature is achieved and maintained If the dial is turned fully counterclockwise the system provides maximum cooling perfor...

Page 249: ...ging or dehumidify ing in cold weather turn on the air conditioner However if the ambient temperature decreases to approxi mately 328F 08C the air conditioner compressor will stop operating Air inlet selection Select the air inlet by pressing the air inlet selection button ON position recirculation Interior air is recirculated inside the vehicle Press the air inlet selection button to the ON posit...

Page 250: ...ime the air inlet selection is automatically set to the outside air mode After defrosting the windshield by pressing the defroster button pressing the button again returns the system to the setting that had been selected before the defroster was activated Operating tips for heater and air conditioner Cleaning ventilation grille 1 Front ventilation inlet grille Always keep the front ventilation inl...

Page 251: ...r conditions Under certain weather conditions high relative humidity low temperatures etc a small amount of water vapor emission from the air outlets may be noticed This condition is normal and does not indicate any problem with the air conditioning system Air conditioner compressor shut off when engine is heavily loaded To improve acceleration and gas mileage the air conditioner compressor is des...

Page 252: ...d Maintenance Booklet CAUTION Contact your SUBARU dealer if the following occurs even if it is not yet time to change the filter Reduction of the airflow through the vents Windshield gets easily fogged or misted NOTE The filter can influence the air condi tioning heating and defroster perfor mance if not properly maintained Replacing an air filter 1 Remove the glove box 1 Open the glove box 2 Remo...

Page 253: ... filter Pull the air filter out carefully and slant it up slowly to avoid dislodging the accumulated dust 3 Replace the air filter element with a new one CAUTION The arrow mark on the filter must point UP 4 Reinstall the glove box and connect the damper shaft 5 Close the glove box 6 Attach the service label to the driver s side door pillar ...

Page 254: ...7 CD player operation 5 17 Play file 5 17 How to insert a CD 5 18 How to play back a CD 5 18 To select a track from the beginning 5 18 Fast forwarding and rewinding 5 19 Repeating 5 19 Random playback 5 20 Scan 5 20 Display selection 5 21 Folder selection 5 21 How to eject a CD from the player 5 21 When the following messages are displayed 5 22 Auxiliary input jack 5 22 Precautions to observe when...

Page 255: ...ume control switch 5 32 Bluetooth audio 5 33 Media format 5 33 Setting Bluetooth audio 5 33 Bluetooth audio operation 5 34 Hands free system 5 36 Safety precautions 5 36 Using the Hands free system 5 37 Bluetooth settings 5 52 Tips for the Hands free system 5 54 Certification for the Hands free system 5 56 ...

Page 256: ... FM is normally static free reception can be affected by the surround ing area atmospheric conditions station strength and transmitter distance Build ings or other obstructions may cause momentary static flutter or station inter ference If reception continues to be unsatisfactory switch to a stronger station Audio Antenna system 5 3 ...

Page 257: ...re 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 Refer to the pages indicated in this section for operat ing details NOTE If a cell phone is placed near the audio set it may cause the audio set to emit noise when the phone receives calls This noise does not indicate an audio set malfunction Note that a cel...

Page 258: ... controls refer to page 5 7 Radio operation refer to page 5 10 CD compact disc player operation refer to page 5 17 Auxiliary input jack refer to page 5 22 USB storage device iPod operation refer to page 5 25 Bluetooth audio if equipped refer to page 5 33 Hands free system if equipped refer to page 5 36 Audio Audio set 5 5 CONTINUED ...

Page 259: ... Radio operation refer to page 5 10 Satellite radio operation if equipped refer to page 5 15 CD compact disc player operation refer to page 5 17 Auxiliary input jack refer to page 5 22 USB storage device iPod operation refer to page 5 25 Bluetooth audio refer to page 5 33 Hands free system refer to page 5 36 NOTE HD Radio Technology is included as a feature in the type B audio ...

Page 260: ...dial Type A audio Type B audio Each brief press of the sound control dial changes the control modes in the follow ing sequence Except harman kardon audio Choose the preferred level for each mode by turning the sound control dial The control function returns to the tune track control mode after approximately 8 seconds NOTE VIRTUAL BASS compensates for low pitch SND RESTORER compensates for high pit...

Page 261: ... the vehicle speed increases the audio vo lume automatically increases to match the vehicle speed in order to create a pleasant listening environment even as the driving noise increases The amount of this automatic volume change can be set in the range from OFF to 2 The initial setting is OFF BEEP setting A beep sound operation sound that occurs when the audio system is operated can be set ON OFF ...

Page 262: ...o 8 0 For less treble sound For more treble sound Balance L9 to R9 0 Right channel attenuated Left channel attenuated Fader R9 to F9 0 Front attenuated Rear attenuated Virtual Bass control except harman kardon audio OFF to ON ON OFF ON Sound Restorer SND Re storer except harman kardon audio OFF to ON ON OFF ON Vocal image control except harman kardon audio L9 to R9 0 Right attenuated Left attenuat...

Page 263: ... AM button when the radio is on to select the preferred reception mode Each time the FM AM button is briefly pressed the radio will change in the following sequence starting from the last radio band that you selected FM selection type A audio FM button Press the FM button when the radio is off to turn on the radio Press the FM button when the radio is on to select the preferred reception mode Each...

Page 264: ...his function may not be available when radio signals are weak When this hap pens perform manual tuning to select the preferred station Scan tuning SCAN SCAN button Type A audio Type B audio If you press the SCAN button briefly the radio will switch to the scan mode In this mode the radio scans through the radio band until a receivable station is found The radio will briefly stop at the station whi...

Page 265: ...ek in PTY Program type group Seek up Seek down In the PTY selection mode when the preferred PTY group has been selected pressing the SEEK button or seeks within that PTY group The control function returns to the normal mode after approximately 8 seconds HD RadioTM Technology Di gital AM and FM Radio type B audio HD Radio Technology is fueling the digital radio revolution in the United States and a...

Page 266: ...st is received The PTY indicator illuminates during the PTY selection mode About HD Radio Technology NOTE HD Radio Technology is a hybrid broadcasting system that employs di gital and analog signals When the vehicle moves outside the digital broadcasting area that is nar rower than the analog broadcasting area due to the FCC output require ments the radio reception automati cally changes from the ...

Page 267: ...io and battery is broken for any reason such as vehicle maintenance or radio removal all stations stored in the preset buttons are cleared If this occurs it is necessary to reset the preset buttons Selecting preset stations 1 Select the preferred reception mode 2 Press the preferred preset button from to briefly Auto store Auto store button Type A audio Type B audio Using the Auto store function y...

Page 268: ...all buildings trees tunnels or other structures that may obstruct the signal of the satellites there may be signal interruptions Other circum stances that may result in signal loss include driving near a wall steep cliff hill or driving on the lower level of a multi tiered road or inside of a parking garage To help reduce this condition satellite radio providers have installed ground based repeate...

Page 269: ...rol function returns to the normal mode after approximately 8 seconds Channel scan SCAN button Press the SCAN button to change the radio to the SCAN mode In this mode under the selected category the radio scans through the channel until a station is found The radio will stop at the station for 5 seconds while displaying the channel number after which scanning will continue until the entire channel...

Page 270: ...y music CD Rs and music CD RWs but it may not be able to play certain ones Mini CDs i e 8 cm 3 inch CDs are not supported and if inserted they will be immediately ejected CDs that can be played back are accompanied by the following restric tions Maximum number of folders 255 Maximum number of files in a folder 255 Maximum number of files on a CD 510 Play file NOTE Copyright protected MP3 WMA AAC f...

Page 271: ... CD F5 18 When a CD is loaded the player will start playback of the CD beginning with the first track When CD is in the player type A When the button is pressed the player will start playback When CD is in the player type B Each brief press of the button changes the modes in the following sequence When the CD mode is selected the player will start playback To select a track from the beginning TRAC...

Page 272: ...yback For an MP3 WMA or AAC folder the player will start playback beginning with the first track of the current folder Repeating RPT button To repeat a track briefly press the RPT button while the track is playing Each time you briefly press the button the mode will change in the following se quences NOTE The RPT indication refers to the repeat playback of a single track It repeats the track that ...

Page 273: ...ide of the FOLDER button only when an MP3 WMA AAC format track is playing Press the button Press the SCAN button type A audio Press the SCAN A S button type B audio Scan Type A audio Type B audio The scan mode lets you listen to the first 10 seconds of each track in succession Press the SCAN button to start scanning upward beginning with the track following the currently selected one After all tra...

Page 274: ...as displayed before pressing and holding the TEXT button will be shown Folder selection NOTE Only MP3 WMA AAC folders are recog nized when an attempt to select the next or previous folder is made If no appropriate folder exists on the disc pressing the or side of the FOLDER button starts playback be ginning with the first track Press the following buttons briefly To select the next folder To go ba...

Page 275: ...SUBARU dealer When CHECK DISC is displayed Press the button to eject the disc Check that the disc is not damaged or scratched and also check that the disc is inserted correctly This message may appear when using some CD RW discs Check that the disc type e g 8 cm 3 inch CDs are not supported and data format are correct This player can only play MP3 WMA and AAC data formats If the disc cannot be eje...

Page 276: ...lume levels via the vehicle s speakers may be signifi cantly louder compared to the prior device To avoid a large volume differ ence turn down the volume when you change between portable audio players In some cases when the sound volume of the portable audio player is low the sound quality may become impaired when you turn up the volume of the vehicle audio system In this case adjust the sound vol...

Page 277: ...emove a disc from the case press the center of the case and hold both edges of the disc If the disc surface is touched directly contamination could cause poor tone quality Do not touch the disc surface Use a clean disc whenever possible If there are deposits wipe the disc surface from the center outward with a dry soft cloth Be sure not to use a hard cloth thinner benzine alcohol etc Do not use an...

Page 278: ...ed For type A audio High Speed USB 2 0 cannot be played A USB memory that is powered by a source other than the USB power supply for example an AC power adapter etc cannot be operated A USB memory that is connected to the memory card reader or multi card reader cannot be operated If the USB memory consists of two drives or more the system will recog nize only one of the drives after con necting th...

Page 279: ...onnect it to a computer and check the device manager For further information see the User s Guide for the iPod To update the firmware version of an iPod visit the Apple Inc website Depending on the model and firm ware version of an iPod it may not work properly or not operate at all Connecting USB storage de vice iPod WARNING Do not operate an iPod while driving Doing so may distract your attentio...

Page 280: ...vehicle equipment In this case disconnect the connection cable from the iPod and then connect it again Depending on the model of iPod connected the RPT indicator may illuminate regardless of the user set tings However this is not a malfunc tion The USB connector is located in the center console Use the connector to connect a USB storage device iPod How to play back NOTE The following information w...

Page 281: ...g and rewinding are oper ated in the same way as for a CD For details refer to Fast forwarding and rewinding F5 19 NOTE When connecting iPod When the end of a track is reached while fast forwarding fast forwarding will end and playback will begin from the beginning of the next track When the beginning of a track is reached while rewinding rewinding will end and playback will begin from the beginni...

Page 282: ...lbum The SONG RDM indication refers to the shuffle playback on the entire iPod It randomly repeats all of the tracks on the iPod When an iPod is connected the files are played back at random by the shuffle function of the iPod There fore iPod operation may be different depending on the model of the con nected iPod When an audiobook or a podcast is playing the mode does not change even if you brief...

Page 283: ...vious screen briefly press the LIST button Display selection Refer to Display selection F5 21 Page scroll Refer to Page track folder title scroll F5 21 Folder selection only when connecting USB storage de vice Refer to Folder selection F5 21 NOTE When an iPod is connected you cannot select a folder When CHECK DEVICE is displayed This message is displayed under the following conditions When there i...

Page 284: ...udio 1 The frequency last received in the selected waveband will be displayed 2 Only when a CD is in the player 3 Only when the device is connected Type B audio 1 The frequency last received in the selected waveband will be displayed 2 Only when a CD is in the player 3 Only when the device is connected Press and hold this button if you wish to immediately cut the volume to zero The audio display w...

Page 285: ...ying press and hold the switch to the side to select the next folder Press and hold the switch to the side to go back to the previous folder With USB iPod Bluetooth audio mode selected Press the switch to the side briefly to skip forward in the track order Press the switch to the side briefly to skip backward in the track order The track number will be shown on the audio display When the USB Bluet...

Page 286: ...used operation and sound volume may be different from normal use of those devices The sound quality may degrade due to the influence of the device that is connected to the system or the circum stances of the Bluetooth network When another Bluetooth device is simultaneously connected noise may be heard Media format Bluetooth audio devices cannot be connected if they are not compatible with the foll...

Page 287: ...the SELECT AUDIO menu If no devices are registered EMPTY will be displayed and the mode will change to the Bluetooth audio setting mode 2 Select the CONFIRM menu If the device is connected SE LECTED will be displayed and the selection procedure will be finished If the device cannot be connected FAILED will be displayed and the selection procedure will not be suc cessful Setting passkey 1 Select th...

Page 288: ...Refer to Repeating F5 19 Each time you briefly press the RPT button the mode will change in the following sequence Random playback Random playback is operated in the same way as for a CD Refer to Random playback F5 20 Each time you briefly press the RDM button the mode will change in the following sequence Display selection Select an item to be displayed using the same way as for a CD Refer to Dis...

Page 289: ... in the passenger compartment which was pre viously connected to the in vehicle equip ment when the ignition switch was last turned to the ACC or ON position the system connects the cell phone automa tically to the in vehicle equipment You can select the phone to be connected to the in vehicle equipment For details refer to Selecting a cell phone F5 47 After connecting a cell phone you can use the...

Page 290: ...s detrimental radio interference from this equipment to other radio sta tions move the equipment to another location as soon as possible to avoid radio interfer ence The frequency band used by this equipment is in the 2 4 GHz zone The FH SS modulation is employed as a modulation method The expected inflicting interference distance is less than 33 ft 10 m This equipment uses a full band and can avo...

Page 291: ...5 51 SET SPD DIAL Registering a speed dial 5 51 DELETE ENTRY Deleting phonebook data 5 52 DEL SPD DIAL Deleting a registered speed dial 5 52 GO BACK REDIAL DIAL Redialing 5 48 STORE Adding a new number stored in the outgoing call history memory 5 50 DELETE Deleting a number stored in the outgoing call history memory 5 52 GO BACK CALL BACK DIAL Dialing a number stored in the incoming call history m...

Page 292: ... phone to be used 5 47 CHANGE NAME Changing the registered name of the cell phone 5 53 LIST PHONES Showing the list of the registered cell phones 5 53 SET PASSKEY Changing the pass key 5 54 DELETE Deleting the registered cell phone 5 54 GO BACK SYSTEM SETUP GUIDANCE VOL Setting the volume of the voice guidance 5 54 INITIALIZE Initialization 5 54 SEL LANGUAGE Selecting the language using Hands free...

Page 293: ...he multi function display a list of enabled voice com mands can be shown on the multi function display 1 OFF hook switch 2 ON hook switch 3 Talk switch To turn on the voice command system press the talk switch briefly To turn off the voice command system wait for 5 seconds without using the voice command system The commands available for the voice command system are listed in the follow ing chart ...

Page 294: ...e entry Deleting phonebook data 5 52 Delete speed dial Deleting a registered speed dial 5 52 Go back Redial Dial Redialing 5 48 Store Adding a new number stored in the outgoing call history memory 5 50 Delete Deleting a number stored in the outgoing call history memory 5 52 Go back Callback Dial Dialing a number stored in the incoming call history memory 5 48 Store Adding a new number stored in th...

Page 295: ... 53 Set passkey Changing the pass key 5 54 Delete Deleting the registered cell phone 5 54 Go back Dial by name Making a phone call by saying a name 5 48 Dial by number Making a phone call by saying a number 5 48 Outgoing 3 Selecting an outgoing call history when adding a new number from the call history 5 50 Incoming 3 Selecting an incoming call history when adding a new number from the call histo...

Page 296: ...mer composition abrégée Effacement d une composition rapide enregistrée 5 52 Retourner Recomposer Composer Rappel du dernier numéro 5 48 Enregistrer Ajout d un nouveau numéro enregistré dans la mémoire des historiques des appels sortants 5 50 Supprimer Suppression d un numéro enregistré dans la mémoire des historiques des appels sortants 5 52 Retourner Rappel Composer Appel du numéro enregistré da...

Page 297: ...egistrés 5 53 Configurer le passe partout Changement du mot de passe 5 54 Supprimer Effacement d un téléphone cellulaire enregistré 5 54 Retourner Composer par nom Passer un appel en dictant le nom 5 48 Composer par numéro Passer un appel en dictant le numéro 5 48 Sortant 3 Sélectionner un historique d appels sortants lors de l ajout d un nouveau numéro à partir de l historique des appels 5 50 Ent...

Page 298: ...n 7 sept 9 8 eight 8 huit 10 9 nine 9 neuf 11 star étoile 12 pound carré dièse 13 plus plus 14 cancel annuler Turning off the Hands free system 15 help aide Listening to the help guidance 16 repeat répéter Repeat the help guidance that you listened to before speaking the repeat command 17 previous précédent 18 confirm confirmer 19 PHONE BOOK add entry ajouter l entrée dans le re gistre Adding a ne...

Page 299: ... entry supprimer l entrée du regis tre Deleting phonebook data 22 PHONE BOOK list names lister les noms du registre Showing the list of the names registered in the phonebook 23 PHONE BOOK set speed dial configurer composition abrégée pour le registre Registering a speed dial 24 PHONE BOOK delete speed dial supprimer composition abrégée pour le registre Deleting a registered speed dial ...

Page 300: ...ile PKY is displayed on the radio If you input the correct pass key PAIRED will be displayed and the registration procedure will be finished If you input an incorrect pass key FAILED will be displayed and the registration procedure will not be successful Registering a cell phone To register a cell phone to the in vehicle equipment perform the following proce dure 1 Select the SETUP menu 2 Select t...

Page 301: ...Select the DIAL menu or press the OFF hook switch Making a phone call from speed dial It is possible to select a phone number from speed dial registered with the in vehicle equipment to make a phone call 1 Press the preset button from to to which the preferred number is registered 2 Press the OFF hook switch NOTE When a preset button for which num bers are not registered is pressed an error messag...

Page 302: ...ata NOTE The maximum number of phonebook entries that can be registered in the phonebook is 50 Registering by voice 1 Select the PHONE BOOK menu 2 Select the ADD ENTRY menu 3 Select the BY VOICE menu 4 Press the talk switch 5 Say the phone number to be regis tered 6 Select the CONFIRM menu 7 Perform either of the following proce dures Select the RECORD NAME menu by operating the TUNE TRACK dial Pr...

Page 303: ...ING menu 5 Select the phone number by operating the TUNE TRACK dial 6 Perform either of the following proce dures Select the RECORD NAME menu by operating the TUNE TRACK dial Press the talk switch 7 Say the name voice tag to be registered 8 Select the CONFIRM menu Then STORED will be displayed and the mode will change to the registering speed dial mode Refer to Registering speed dial F5 51 Registe...

Page 304: ...cted if the OFF hook switch is pushed the selected number will be called After LIST NAMES is selected if no operation is performed the mem ories will be displayed and voice tags will be spoken After all memories voice tags are displayed spoken END OF LIST will be displayed and the mode will change to the PHONE BOOK menu mode Changing voice tag 1 Select the PHONE BOOK menu 2 Select the CHANGE NAME ...

Page 305: ...ial data will be deleted Deleting the callback data 1 Select the CALLBACK menu 2 Select the phone number by operating the TUNE TRACK dial 3 Select the DELETE menu 4 Select the CONFIRM menu Then DELETED will be displayed and the selected callback data will be deleted Bluetooth settings Security setting 1 Select the SETUP menu 2 Select the SECURITY menu 3 Perform the following procedures Setting PIN...

Page 306: ...RM menu If the inputted PIN code is correct UNLOCKED will be displayed and the phonebook will be unlocked Phone setup 1 Select the SETUP menu 2 Select the PHONE SETUP menu 3 Perform the following procedures Setting pair phone Refer to Registering a cell phone F5 47 Selecting phone Refer to Selecting a cell phone F5 47 Changing the voice tag of the cell phone 1 Select the CHANGE NAME menu If no cel...

Page 307: ...te the TUNE TRACK dial Press the talk switch and say the voice tag 3 Select the CONFIRM menu DELETED will be displayed the data will be deleted and the mode will change to the PHONE SETUP mode System setup 1 Select the SETUP menu 2 Select the SYSTEM SETUP menu 3 Perform the following procedures Setting guidance volume To set the guidance volume perform the following procedure 1 Select the GUIDANCE...

Page 308: ... When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK OFF position during a call the call may be disconnected or continued on the cell phone depending on the type of cell phone that is used Note that operation of the cell phone may be necessary if the call is con tinued on the cell phone Do not speak at the same time as the other party during a call If you and the other party speak at the same time it m...

Page 309: ...s set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency RF Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS 102 of the IC radio frequency RF Exposure rules This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that it deemed to comply with out maximum permissive exposure evaluation MPE But it is desirable that it should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20...

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Page 312: ... passenger s cup holder 6 5 Rear passenger s cup holder 6 6 Bottle holders 6 7 Accessory power outlets 6 7 Use with a cigarette lighter if equipped 6 8 Ashtray if equipped 6 9 Floor mat if equipped 6 10 Coat hook 6 11 Under floor storage compartment 6 11 Rear view camera if equipped 6 12 How to use the rear view camera 6 13 Viewing range on the screen 6 14 Help line 6 15 Interior equipment 6 ...

Page 313: ...ome light illuminates auto matically in the following cases Any of the doors is opened The doors are unlocked using the keyless access function if equipped Refer to Locking and unlocking with keyless access entry function F2 11 The doors are unlocked using the remote keyless entry system Refer to Remote keyless entry system F2 17 The ignition switch is turned from the ACC position to the LOCK OFF ...

Page 314: ...atically these lights remain on for several seconds and then gradually turn off after all doors are closed While the lights are illuminated if any of the following operations are performed the lights turn off immediately The ignition switch is turned from the LOCK OFF position to the ACC or ON position All doors are locked using the keyless access function if equipped All doors are locked using th...

Page 315: ...lways keep the storage com partment closed while driving to reduce the risk of injury in the event of a sudden stop or an accident Do not store spray cans contain ers with flammable or corrosive liquids or any other dangerous items in the storage compart ment Glove box 1 Lock 2 Unlock To open the glove box pull the handle To close it push the lid firmly upward When the light control switch is in t...

Page 316: ...olstery carpets or audio equipment 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 Except STI A dual cup holder is built into the center console beside the parking brake lever STI The dual cup holder is built into the center Interior equipment Cup holders 6 5 CONTINUED ...

Page 317: ...front or rear to enable cups of different sizes to be held NOTE With the divider taken out the cup holder can be used as a storage box Rear passenger s cup holder CAUTION When not in use always keep the cup holder stored while driving to reduce the risk of injury in the event of a sudden stop or an accident A dual cup holder is located at the back of the center console To use the cup holder open t...

Page 318: ... it is capped Otherwise the beverage could spill when opening closing the door or while driving and if the beverage is hot it could burn you and or your passengers The bottle holder equipped on each door trim can be used to hold a beverage bottle and other items Accessory power outlets Power outlet below the climate control dials Power outlet in the center console except STI Interior equipment Bot...

Page 319: ...is 120W Do not use an appliance which exceeds the indicated wat tage for each outlet When using appliances con nected to two or more outlets simultaneously the total power consumed by them must not exceed 120W Overloading the accessory power outlet can cause a short circuit Do not use double adapters or more than one electrical appliance If the plug on your electric appli ance is either too loose ...

Page 320: ...g to pop out after its lighter element is heated Therefore do not place a cigar ette lighter plug in a socket that has been used even once to power a plug in accessory Doing so may cause the plug to stick and overheat creating a potential fire hazard Ashtray if equipped CAUTION Do not use ashtrays as waste receptacles or leave a lighted cigarette in an ashtray This could cause a fire Always exting...

Page 321: ...ward and interferes with the movement of the pedals during driving it could cause an accident Observe the following precautions to prevent the floor mat from slipping forward Be sure to use a genuine SUBARU floor mat or an equiva lent designed with grommets in the correct locations Make sure that the driver s floor mat is placed in its proper loca tion and is correctly secured on its retaining pin...

Page 322: ... coat hooks make sure there are no pointed objects in the pockets CAUTION Never hang anything on the coat hook that might obstruct the driver s view or that could cause injury in sudden stops or in a collision Under floor storage compart ment The storage compartment is located under the floor of the trunk and can be used to store small items Pull the strap to open the trunk floor lid and then remo...

Page 323: ...and field of view of the image on the monitor is limited you should always check the rear view and the surround ing area with your eyes and mirrors and move backward at a slow speed Moving backward only by checking the rear view image from the camera could cause an accident Do not disassemble or modify the camera switch or wiring If smoke comes out or you smell a strange odor stop using the rear v...

Page 324: ...hined on the camera lens may develop vertical lines around the light source This is not a malfunc tion Under fluorescent light the display may flicker However this is not a malfunction The image of the rear view camera may be slightly different from the actual color of the objects How to use the rear view camera When the shift lever select lever is set to R the rear view camera automatically displ...

Page 325: ...ackward and proceed slowly Range of view Range of view Image from camera The area from the rear end of the bumper can be viewed Areas at both ends of the bumper and areas just under the bumper cannot be viewed Also the image from the rear view camera looks shorter than the actual distance Range of view Image from camera The area above the camera cannot be viewed If there is an object that has a ...

Page 326: ...ays the help lines together with the rear view image CAUTION When moving backward always check the back with your eyes without relying on the help lines The actual position may be dif ferent from the indication of the help lines Differences may occur due to number of passengers or loaded cargo When the vehicle is on a slope or when the vehicle is inclined against the road the indication is differe...

Page 327: ... distance NOTE When cargo is loaded the rear view distance on the screen looks farther than the actual distance as in an upward slope Feature of distance marker 1 3 feet 1 m line 2 6 5 feet 2 m line 3 10 feet 3 m line The distance marker shows the distance on the road If there is a car or other object close behind distance cannot be correctly displayed ...

Page 328: ... shutdown 7 16 Pre heating or pre cooling the interior of the vehicle 7 16 System maintenance 7 16 Manual transmission 7 16 Shifting speeds 7 17 Driving tips 7 18 Driver s Control Center Differential C DIFF DCCD STI 7 19 To change mode of driver s control center differential 7 20 Auto mode 7 20 Manual mode 7 21 Temporary release 7 23 Continuously variable transmission 7 23 Select lever 7 24 Select...

Page 329: ...tch 7 40 Tire pressure monitoring system TPMS U S spec models 7 41 Parking your vehicle 7 43 Parking brake 7 43 Parking tips 7 43 Hill start assist system 7 44 To activate deactivate the Hill start assist system 7 46 Hill start assist warning light Hill start assist OFF indicator light 7 47 Cruise control 7 47 To set cruise control 7 48 To temporarily cancel the cruise control 7 49 To turn off the...

Page 330: ...5 RON octane rated fuel as soon as possible Addition ally if your vehicle knocks heavily or persistently the use of 91 AKI 95 RON or higher grade unleaded gasoline is required Fuel octane rating This octane rating is the average of the Research Octane and Motor Octane numbers and is commonly referred to as the Anti Knock Index AKI Using a gasoline with a lower octane rating can cause persistent an...

Page 331: ...s more than 10 ethanol including from any pump labeled E15 E30 E50 or E85 which are only some examples of fuel containing more than 10 ethanol In addition some gasoline suppliers are now producing reformulated gasolines which are designed to reduce vehicle emissions SUBARU approves the use of reformulated gasoline If you are not sure what the fuel contains you should ask your service station opera...

Page 332: ...at may be present on your body If your body is carry ing an electrostatic charge there is a possibility that an electric spark could ignite the fuel which could burn you To avoid acquiring a new static electric charge do not get back into the vehicle while refueling is in progress 1 Open 2 Close 2 Remove the fuel filler cap by turning it slowly counterclockwise WARNING Gasoline vapor is highly fla...

Page 333: ...l filler lid completely If you spill any fuel on the painted surface rinse it off immediately Otherwise the painted surface could be damaged NOTE You will see the sign in the fuel gauge This indicates that the fuel filler door lid is located on the right side of the vehicle If the fuel filler cap is not tightened until it clicks or if the tether is caught under the cap the CHECK ENGINE warning lig...

Page 334: ...ontrol system If your vehicle does not pass this test some states may deny renewal of your vehicle s registration Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the performance of the engine s emission control system Certi fied emission inspectors will inspect the On Board Diagnostic OBDII system as part of the state emission inspection process The OBDII system is designed to detect engine...

Page 335: ...e serious transmis sion damage will result The U S Environmental Protection Agency EPA and states using two wheel dynamometers in their emission testing program have EXEMPTED SUBARU AWD vehicles from the portion of the testing program that involves a two wheel dynamometer There are some states that use four wheel dynamometers in their testing program When properly used this equipment should not da...

Page 336: ...r mainte nance or other purposes This diffi culty is caused by the electronically controlled throttle s self diagnosis function To overcome it keep the ignition switch in the ON position for approximately 10 seconds before starting the engine General precautions when starting engine WARNING Never start the engine from out side the vehicle It may result in an accident Do not leave the engine runnin...

Page 337: ... and check the operation of the warning and indicator lights Refer to Warning and indicator lights F3 13 5 Turn the ignition 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 switch to the LOCK position and wait for at least 10 seconds After checking that...

Page 338: ... 10 seconds or longer turn the ignition switch to the START position without depressing the accelerator pedal 4 If the engine still refuses to start contact your nearest SUBARU dealer for assistance 6 Confirm that all warning and indicator lights have turned off after the engine has started The fuel injection system auto matically lowers the idle speed as the engine warms up While the engine is wa...

Page 339: ...g so could cause a malfunction If the engine does not start stop push ing the push button ignition switch and turn off the engine Wait 10 seconds and then push the push button ignition switch to start the engine NOTE When the push button ignition switch is pressed while depressing the clutch pedal MT models or the brake pedal CVT models the engine starter operates for a maximum of 10 seconds and a...

Page 340: ...rake 3 Shift the select lever in the P posi tion The engine can also start when the select lever is in the N position however for safety reasons start in the P position 4 Depress the brake pedal until the operation indicator on the push button ignition switch turns green When starting with the select lever in the N position the indicator does not turn green 5 While depressing the brake pedal press...

Page 341: ...t stop the engine while the select lever is in a position other than the P position If the engine is stopped while the select lever is in a position other than the P position the power will be in ACC If the vehicle is left in this condition the battery may be discharged NOTE Although you can stop the engine by operating the push button ignition switch do not stop the engine during driving except i...

Page 342: ... flashers then flash once 2 Within 2 seconds press the lock button briefly again The hazard warning flashers then flash once again 3 After step 2 immediately press and hold the lock button The hazard warning flashers then flash once 4 Approximately 3 seconds after step 3 release the lock button The engine will then start successfully Stopping the engine Press and hold the lock button to stop the e...

Page 343: ... the push button ignition switch while depressing the brake pedal to restart the engine Entering the vehicle follow ing remote engine start shut down An alarm trigger may occur if the vehicle is opened by the remote keyless entry transmitter within a few seconds immedi ately following remote engine start shut down Pre heating or pre cooling the interior of the vehicle After the system starts the e...

Page 344: ...equently increased Do not engage the clutch i e release the clutch pedal sud denly when starting the vehicle By doing so the vehicle might unexpectedly accelerate or the transmission could malfunction CAUTION Shift into reverse ONLY when the vehicle has completely stopped It may cause damage to the transmis sion to try shifting into reverse when the vehicle is moving Shifting speeds Recommended sh...

Page 345: ...plication of engine brakes when the vehicle is travelling on a slippery surface can lead to wheel locking as a conse quence control of the vehicle may be lost and the risk of an accident increased NOTE Never exceed the posted speed limit Driving tips Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal and do not use the clutch to hold your vehicle at a standstill on an upgrade Either of those ...

Page 346: ...ntrol center differential allows you to freely change the degree of limitation of the differential action limited slip differential LSD torque of your vehicle s center differential By using the center differential control switch you can set an initial LSD torque to match the road surface conditions driving conditions and your driving style 1 LSD torque 2 Traction torque 3 Initial LSD torque maximu...

Page 347: ...r steering angle sensor and brake switch etc According to the result it electronically and auto matically controls the degree of limitation of the differential action LSD torque to optimize the differential action of the center differential When the ignition switch is turned ON the AUTO indicator on the combination meter appears The auto mode has 3 modes as follows Mode Operation AUTO This mode em...

Page 348: ...D torque as desired When this mode is selected the AUTO indica tor disappears Center differential control switch and indicator The control switch is located beside the parking brake lever By pushing the control switch forward or pulling it rear ward it is possible to change the initial LSD torque The center differential indicator on the combination meter gives six levels of indication The indicato...

Page 349: ...trol switch to minimize the initial LSD torque When a temporary spare tire is installed When your vehicle is towed When the vehicle is stopped with the manual mode se lected NOTE A higher initial LSD torque setting gives the vehicle greater traction when driving straight ahead but makes cor nering more difficult Remember this when adjusting the initial LSD torque In general higher initial LSD torq...

Page 350: ...the D or R position while depressing the accelerator pedal This may cause the vehicle to jump forward or backward CAUTION Shift into the P or R position only after the vehicle is comple tely stopped Shifting while the vehicle is moving may cause damage to the transmission Do not race the engine for more than 5 seconds in any position except the N or P position when the brake is applied or when cho...

Page 351: ... lever button in Shift while pressing the select lever button in Shift without pressing the select lever button The select lever has four positions P R N D and it also has an M position for using the manual mode P Park This position is for parking the vehicle and starting the engine In this position the transmission is mechanically locked to prevent the vehicle from rolling freely When you park th...

Page 352: ...on tinuously into a suitable gear according to the vehicle speed and the acceleration you require Also while driving up and down a hill the transmission assists and controls the driving performance and engine braking while corresponding to the road grade When more acceleration is required in the D position depress the accelerator pedal fully to the floor and hold that position The transmission wil...

Page 353: ...ted on it To downshift to the next lower gear position pull the shift paddle that has indicated on it To deselect the manual mode return the select lever to the D position from the M position CAUTION Do not place or hang anything on the shift paddles Doing so may result in accidental gear shifting NOTE Please read the following points care fully and bear them in mind when using the manual mode If ...

Page 354: ...ase If the select lever cannot be operated turn the ignition switch back to the ON position then move the select lever to the P position with the select lever button pressed and brake pedal depressed If the select lever does not move after performing the above procedure perform the following steps When the select lever cannot be shifted from P to N Refer to Shift lock release using the shift lock ...

Page 355: ...smission Do not keep the vehicle in a stationary position on an uphill grade by using the D position Use the brake instead The engine may on rare occasions knock when the vehicle rapidly acceler ates or rapidly pulls away from a standstill This phenomenon does not indicate a malfunction SI DRIVE STI SI DRIVE SUBARU Intelligent Drive works to maximize engine performance control and efficiency This ...

Page 356: ...ode provides the engine power desired by those who want to make the driving experience their own personal adventure The linear acceleration characteristic of this versatile mode is ideal for normal driving use Sport Sharp S mode For maximum performance driving For sports minded drivers the Sport Sharp S mode offers an exhilarating level of engine performance and control The throttle becomes more r...

Page 357: ...ion indicator light illuminates the SI DRIVE mode changes to the Sport S mode In this case it is not possible to change to the Sport Sharp S mode or Intelligent I mode If there is a possibility that the engine could overheat because of a temperature increase of the engine coolant it is not possible to change to the Sport Sharp S mode While the vehicle is in the Sport Sharp S mode it changes to the...

Page 358: ...d Delivering maximum driving enjoyment this mode is ideal for tackling twisting roads and for merging or overtaking other vehicles on the freeway with confidence When you select the Sport Sharp S mode while the select lever is in the D position the transmission gear ratio will shift from variable speed to eight speed The select lever gear position indicator display will change from D to the gear p...

Page 359: ... SI DRIVE mode changes to the Sport S mode In this case it is not possible to change to another mode If there is a possibility that the engine could overheat because of a temperature increase of the engine coolant it is not possible to change to the Sport Sharp S mode While the vehicle is in the Sport Sharp S mode it changes to the Sport S mode when the engine coolant temperature in creases Limite...

Page 360: ...s functioning properly Then if the engine started the warning light turns off to inform the driver that the steering power assist is operational CAUTION While the power steering warning light is illuminated there may be more resistance when the steering wheel is operated Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the vehicle inspected immedi ately NOTE If the steering wheel is operated ...

Page 361: ...er engine braking Braking when a tire is punctured Do not depress the brake pedal suddenly when a tire is punctured This could cause a loss of control of the vehicle Keep driving straight ahead while gradually reducing speed Then slowly pull off the road to a safe place Brake system Two separate circuits Your vehicle has two separate circuit brake systems Each circuit works diag onally across the ...

Page 362: ...e You might hear an ABS operating noise from the engine compartment Disc brake pad wear warning indicators The disc brake pad wear warning indica tors on the disc brakes give a warning noise when the brake pads are worn If a squeaking or scraping noise is heard from the disc brakes while braking im mediately have your vehicle checked by your SUBARU dealer ABS Anti lock Brake Sys tem The ABS system...

Page 363: ...om the engine compartment This is caused by an automatic functional test of the ABS system being carried out and does not indicate any abnormal condition ABS warning light Refer to ABS warning light F3 20 Electronic Brake Force Dis tribution EBD system The EBD system maximizes the effective ness of the brakes by allowing the rear brakes to supply a greater proportion of the braking force It functi...

Page 364: ...off the EBD system may be malfunctioning Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected 4 If both warning lights illuminate again and remain illuminated after the engine has been restarted shut down the engine again apply the parking brake and check the brake fluid level Refer to Brake fluid F11 24 5 If the brake fluid level is not below the MIN mark the EBD system may ...

Page 365: ... that the Vehicle Dynamics Con trol system is operating properly All four wheels should be fitted with tires of the same size type and brand Further more the amount of wear should be the same for all four tires Keep the tire pressure at the proper level as shown on the vehicle placard attached to the driver s side door pillar Use only the specified tem porary spare tire to replace a flat tire With...

Page 366: ...iving off after starting the engine In the circumstances shown in the following list the vehicle may be less stable than it feels to the driver The Vehicle Dynamics Control System may therefore operate Such operation does not indicate a system malfunction on gravel covered or rutted roads on unfinished roads when the vehicle is fitted with snow tires or winter tires Activation of the Vehicle Dynam...

Page 367: ...Vehicle Dynamics Control system and thus delays utilizing their functions as a reaction to vehicle behavior in comparison with the Vehicle Dynamics Control mode This mode should be used in driving situations where the vehicle dynamic performance will improve without decreasing engine torque control When the switch is pressed briefly during engine operation the traction mode in dicator light and th...

Page 368: ...mics Control sys tem Do not deactivate the Vehicle Dynamics Control system except when absolutely necessary Even when the Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF mode is selected compo nents of the brake control system may still activate When the brake control system is activated the Vehicle Dy namics Control operation indicator light illuminates Tire pressure monitoring system TPMS U S spec models Low tire ...

Page 369: ...significant damage and a fast leak that causes the tire to lose air rapidly If you have a flat tire replace it with a spare tire as soon as possible When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel rim is replaced without the original pressure sensor transmitter being transferred the low tire pres sure warning light will illuminate steadily after blinking for approxi mately one minute This indicates the TP...

Page 370: ...le the parking brake is set because this will cause un necessary wear on the brake lin ings Before starting to drive always make sure that the parking brake has been fully released Parking tips When parking your vehicle always per form the following items Apply the parking brake firmly For MT models put the shift lever in the 1 1st for upgrade or R Reverse for a downgrade For CVT models put the se...

Page 371: ... passenger compartment occu pants in the vehicle could die from carbon monoxide CO con tained in the exhaust gas CAUTION If your vehicle has a front under spoiler and rear underspoiler both optional pay attention to blocks and other obstructions on the ground when parking The under spoilers could be damaged by con tact with them Hill start assist system CAUTION The Hill start assist system is a de...

Page 372: ...iver is therefore able to start the vehicle in the same way as on a level grade just using the clutch pedal MT models only and accelerator pedal all models If the braking power of the Hill start assist system is insufficient after the brake pedal is released apply more braking power by depressing the brake pedal again The Hill start assist system may not operate on slight grades Also the Hill star...

Page 373: ...ollowing procedure NOTE If you make an error when performing any steps in the following procedure place the ignition switch in the LOCK OFF position once and then start over again To deactivate 1 Park your vehicle in a flat and safe location and apply the parking brake 2 Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK OFF position 3 Restart the engine 4 Confirm the following items 1 The Brake system warning ...

Page 374: ...or light Refer to Hill start assist warning light Hill start assist OFF indicator light F3 22 Cruise control Cruise control enables you to maintain a constant vehicle speed without holding your foot on the accelerator pedal and it is operative when the vehicle speed is 25 mph 40 km h or more WARNING Do not use the cruise control under any of the following conditions These may cause loss of vehicle...

Page 375: ...vehicle reaches the desired speed 3 Press the RES SET switch to the SET side and release it Then release the accelerator pedal Cruise control set indicator At this time the cruise control set indicator appears in the combination meter The vehicle will maintain the desired speed Vehicle speed can be temporarily in creased while driving with the cruise control activated Simply depress the accelerato...

Page 376: ...s when the cruise control is canceled To resume the cruise control after it has been temporarily canceled and with vehi cle speed of approximately 20 mph 32 km h or more press the RES SET switch to the RES side to return to the original cruising speed automatically The cruise control set indicator in the combination meter will automatically ap pear at this time To turn off the cruise control There...

Page 377: ... mode or the Sport S mode is selected the trans mission will operate like a conventional automatic transmission To decrease the speed by the RES SET switch Press the RES SET switch to the SET side and hold it until the vehicle reaches the desired speed Then release the switch The vehicle speed at that moment will be memorized and treated as the new set speed U S spec models The set speed can be lo...

Page 378: ...tries 8 4 Driving tips for AWD models 8 5 Driving precaution 8 6 Winter driving 8 6 Operation during cold weather 8 6 Driving on snowy and icy roads 8 8 Corrosion protection 8 9 Snow tires 8 9 Tire chains 8 10 Rocking the vehicle 8 10 Loading your vehicle 8 10 Vehicle capacity weight 8 11 GVWR and GAWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating 8 12 Trailer towing 8 12 Driving tips 8...

Page 379: ...long as possible Do not pump the accelerator and avoid racing the engine Avoid unnecessary engine idling Keep the engine properly tuned Keep the tires inflated to the correct pressure shown on the tire placard which is located under the door latch on the driver s side Low pressure will increase tire wear and fuel consumption Use the air conditioner only when necessary Keep the front and rear wheel...

Page 380: ... thus providing cleaner exhaust To avoid damage to the catalytic conver ter Use only unleaded fuel Even a small amount of leaded fuel will damage the catalytic converter Never start the engine by pushing or pulling the vehicle Avoid racing the engine Never turn off the ignition switch while the vehicle is moving Keep your engine tuned up If you feel the engine running rough misfiring back firing o...

Page 381: ...e in the best condition at all times always have the recom mended maintenance services listed in the maintenance schedule in the War ranty and Maintenance Booklet per formed at the specified time or mileage intervals Driving in foreign countries When planning to use your vehicle in another country Confirm the availability of the correct fuel Refer to Fuel requirements F7 3 Comply with all regulati...

Page 382: ... Braking Speedometer Odometer calibration Clearance between the body and tires It also may be dangerous and lead to loss of vehicle control and it can lead to an accident CAUTION If you use a temporary spare tire to replace a flat tire be sure to use the original temporary spare tire stored in the vehicle Using other sizes may result in severe mechanical damage to the drive train of your vehicle A...

Page 383: ...e air intake or the exhaust pipe or water splashing onto electrical parts may damage your vehicle and may cause it to stall Never attempt to drive through rushing water regardless of its depth it can wash away the ground from under your tires resulting in possible loss of traction and even vehicle rollover Winter driving Operation during cold weather Carry some emergency equipment such as a window...

Page 384: ...ide cold weather protection without damaging your vehicle s paint wiper blades or washer system Before driving your vehicle Before entering the vehicle remove any snow or ice from your shoes because that could make the pedals slippery and driving dangerous While warming up the vehicle before driving check that the accelerator pedal brake pedal and all other controls operate smoothly Clear away ice...

Page 385: ...r can cause the wheels to lock possibly leading to loss of vehicle control An anti lock brake system ABS en hances your vehicle s braking perfor mance on snowy and icy roads For information on braking on slippery sur faces refer to ABS Anti lock Brake System F7 35 and Vehicle Dynamics Control system F7 38 WARNING Do not use the cruise control on slippery roads such as snowy or icy roads This may c...

Page 386: ...st obey the specification that is printed on the tire placard The tire placard is located on the bottom of driver s door pillar If all of four winter tires are not the same for items a to h there is a possibility that serious me chanical damage could occur to the drive train of your car and affect the following Ride Handling Braking Speedometer Odometer calibration Clearance between the body and t...

Page 387: ... pedal slightly and move the shift lever select lever back and forth between 1 D and R repeatedly Do not race the engine For the best possible traction avoid spinning the wheels when trying to free the vehicle When the road surface is extremely slippery you can obtain better traction by starting the vehicle with the transmission in 2nd than in 1st MT models and CVT models If your vehicle is a CVT ...

Page 388: ...he front passenger or rear seats when stacking items On the rear shelf On the instrument panel On the dashboard CAUTION Do not carry spray cans containers with flammable or corrosive liquids or any other dangerous items inside the vehicle NOTE For better fuel economy do not carry unneeded cargo Vehicle capacity weight Vehicle placard The load capacity of your vehicle is determined by weight not by...

Page 389: ...e vehicle capacity weight either front or rear GAW may exceed the GAWR depending on the distribution of the luggage When possible the load should be evenly distributed throughout the vehicle If you carry heavy loads in the vehicle you should confirm that GVW and front and rear GAWs are within the GVWR and GAWR by putting your vehicle on a vehicle scale found at a commercial weighing station Do not...

Page 390: ...eam is coming from the engine compartment 9 11 If no steam is coming from the engine compartment 9 11 Towing 9 12 Towing and tie down hooks 9 12 Using a flat bed truck 9 14 Towing with all wheels on the ground 9 15 Access key if access key does not operate properly 9 16 Locking and unlocking 9 16 Switching power 9 16 Starting engine 9 17 Moonroof if equipped if the moonroof does not close 9 17 If ...

Page 391: ... is on the turn signals do not work Temporary spare tire WARNING When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel rim is replaced without the original pressure sensor transmitter being transferred the low tire pres sure warning light will illuminate steadily after blinking for approxi mately one minute This indicates the tire pressure monitoring system TPMS is unable to monitor all four road wheels Contact...

Page 392: ...r tire size a tire chain will not fit properly Do not use two or more temporary spare tires at the 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 replace the tire The temporary spare tire must be used only on a rear wheel If a front wheel tire gets ...

Page 393: ...e tools can also be stored in the tool bucket NOTE For how to use the jack refer to Flat tires F9 4 Flat tires If you have a flat tire while driving never brake suddenly keep driving straight ahead while gradually reducing speed Then slowly pull off the road to a safe place Changing a flat tire WARNING Do not jack up the vehicle on an incline or a loose road surface The jack can come out of the ja...

Page 394: ...d rear of the tire diagonally opposite the flat tire 5 Take out the jack jack handle and wheel nut wrench The tools and the spare tire are stored under the floor of the trunk Refer to Maintenance tools F9 3 NOTE Make sure that the jack is well lubri cated before using it 6 Take out the tool bucket and turn the attaching bolt counterclockwise then take the spare tire out NOTE If the spare tire prov...

Page 395: ... on per form the following steps Clean the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a cloth Clean the threaded parts with a cloth and check the conditions there CAUTION If the threaded part was damaged you should immediately contact your SUBARU dealer 12 Put on the spare tire Replace the wheel nuts Tighten them by hand WARNING Do not use oil or grease on the wheel studs or nuts when the spare ti...

Page 396: ...e tire compartment For except STI models put in the spacer and tighten the attaching bolt firmly Also store the jack jack handle and wheel nut wrench in their storage locations WARNING Never place a tire or tire changing tools in the passenger compart ment after changing wheels In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike occu pants and cause injury Store the tire and all tools in th...

Page 397: ...res and adjust the pressure to the COLD tire pressure shown on the vehicle placard on the door pillar on the driver s side If this light still illumi nates while driving after adjusting the tire pressure a tire may have significant damage and a fast leak that causes the tire to lose air rapidly If you have a flat tire replace it with a spare tire as soon as possible When a spare tire is mounted or...

Page 398: ...y Be sure the jumper cables and clamps on them do not have loose or missing insulation Do not jump start unless cables in suitable condition are avail able A running engine can be danger ous Keep your fingers hands clothing hair and tools away from the cooling fan belts and any other moving engine parts Removing rings watches and ties is advisable Jump starting is dangerous if it done incorrectly ...

Page 399: ...ative terminal of the booster battery 4 Connect the other end of the cable to the strut mounting nut of the vehicle with the discharged battery Make sure that the cables are not near any moving parts and that the cable clamps are not in contact with any other metal 5 Start the engine of the vehicle with the booster battery and run it at moderate speed Then start the engine of the vehicle that has ...

Page 400: ...iately turn off the engine and contact an authorized SUBARU dealer for repair 3 After the engine coolant temperature has dropped turn off the engine If temperature gauge stays in the over heated zone turn off the engine Refer to Temperature gauge F3 11 4 After the engine has fully cooled down check the coolant level in the reserve tank If the coolant level is below the LOW mark add coolant up to t...

Page 401: ...ifferential Towing and tie down hooks The towing hooks should be used only in an emergency e g to free a stuck vehicle from mud sand or snow CAUTION Use only the specified towing hook and tie down hook Never use suspension parts or other parts of the body for towing or tie down purposes To prevent deformation to the front bumper and the towing hook do not apply excessive lateral load to the towing...

Page 402: ...ing hook after towing Leaving the towing hook mounted on the vehicle could interfere with prop er operation of the SRS airbag system in a frontal collision Rear towing hook 1 Take the towing hook screwdriver and wheel nut wrench out of the tool bucket 2 Pry off the cover on the rear bumper using a screwdriver and you will find a threaded hole for attaching the towing hook 3 Screw the towing hook i...

Page 403: ... near each of the jack up reinforcements There is a plug in each rear tie down hole To use the rear tie down holes remove the plugs After using the rear tie down holes return the plugs to their original places WARNING Use the rear tie down holes only for downward anchoring If they are used to anchor the vehicle in any other direction cables may slip out of the holes possibly causing a dangerous si...

Page 404: ...e in the ON position while the vehicle is being towed 3 Take up slack in the towline slowly to prevent damage to the vehicle WARNING Never turn the ignition switch to the LOCK OFF position while the vehicle is being towed be cause the steering wheel and the direction of the wheels will be locked Remember that the brake booster and power steering do not func tion when the engine is not running Beca...

Page 405: ...ng the release button of the access key take out the mechanical key Lock or unlock the driver s door with the mechanical key NOTE After locking or unlocking be sure to reinsert the mechanical key into the access key Switching power 1 Apply the parking brake 2 Shift the shift lever into neutral MT models or the select lever into the P position CVT models 3 Depress the clutch pedal MT models or brak...

Page 406: ... between the access key and the vehicle is completed a chime ding will sound At the same time the push button ignition switch turns to the ACC or ON position 6 Within 5 seconds after the push button ignition switch turns to the ACC or ON position while depressing the brake pedal all models and the clutch pedal MT models press the push button ignition switch NOTE If the engine does not start even t...

Page 407: ... service facil ity We recommend that you consult your SUBARU dealer Your vehicle has a fuel pump shut off system When the vehicle sustains an impact in an accident etc the fuel pump shut off system stops supplying the fuel in order to minimize fuel leakage Perform the following procedures to re start the engine after the system is activated Models without keyless access with push button start syst...

Page 408: ...otection 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 panel audio panel instrument panel console panel and switches 10 5 Monitor 10 6 Appearance care 10 ...

Page 409: ...p and bird droppings should be washed off by using a light detergent as required If you use a light detergent make certain that it is a neutral detergent Do not use strong soap or chemical detergents All cleaning agents should be promptly flushed from the surface and not allowed to dry there Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with plenty of lukewarm water Wipe the remaining water off with a chamois or s...

Page 410: ...mpound is recom mended Never use a coarse grained compound Coarse grained compounds have a smaller grain size number and could damage the paint After polishing with a compound coat with wax to restore the original luster Frequent polishing with a compound or an incorrect polishing technique will result in removing the paint layer and exposing the undercoat When in doubt it is always best to contac...

Page 411: ...on components Also wash the vehicle promptly after driving on any of the following surfaces roads that have been salted to prevent them from freezing in winter mud sand or gravel coastal roads After the winter has ended it is recom mended that the underbody be given a very thorough washing Before the beginning of winter check the condition of underbody components such as the exhaust system fuel an...

Page 412: ...r allow water to penetrate the stitched seams A mild detergent suitable for cleaning woolen fabrics may be used to remove difficult dirt spots rubbing with a soft dry cloth afterwards to restore the luster If your SUBARU is to be parked for a long time in bright sunlight it is recommended that the seats and head restraints be covered or the windows shaded to prevent fading or shrinkage Minor surfa...

Page 413: ... the navigation multi function dis play monitor wipe it with a silicone cloth or with a soft cloth If the monitor is extremely dirty clean it with a soft cloth moistened with neutral detergent then carefully wipe off any remaining detergent CAUTION Do not spray neutral detergent directly onto the monitor Doing so could damage the monitor s components Do not wipe the monitor with a hard cloth Doing...

Page 414: ...ended grade and viscosity 11 22 Continuously variable transmission fluid 11 22 Front differential gear oil CVT models 11 22 Recommended grade and viscosity 11 22 Rear differential gear oil 11 23 Recommended grade and viscosity 11 23 Power steering fluid STI 11 23 Checking the fluid level 11 23 Recommended fluid 11 24 Brake fluid 11 24 Checking the fluid level 11 24 Recommended brake fluid 11 25 Cl...

Page 415: ... blade rubber 11 39 Battery 11 40 Fuses 11 41 Installation of accessories 11 43 Replacing bulbs 11 43 Headlights models with LED headlights 11 43 High beam headlight 11 43 Low beam headlight models without LED headlights front side marker light if equipped parking light models without LED headlights and front turn signal light 11 45 Front fog light if equipped 11 46 Rear combination lights 11 47 L...

Page 416: ... formed on a single two wheel dynamometer or similar appara tus Attempting to do so will result in transmission damage and in uncontrolled vehicle movement and may cause an accident or injuries to persons nearby Always select a safe area when performing maintenance on your vehicle Always be very careful to avoid injury when working on the vehi cle Remember that some of the materials in the vehicle...

Page 417: ...e vehicle which is damaged by adding or applying chemicals and or solvents other than those approved or recommended by SUBARU Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment WARNING Always stop the engine and set the parking brake firmly to pre vent the vehicle from moving Always let the engine cool down Engine parts become very hot when the engine is running and remain hot for some time af...

Page 418: ...occur When 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 drive belt and any other moving engine parts Removing rings watches and ties is advisable Maintenance tips Some clips and fender linings must be removed before replacing the air cleaner elements or...

Page 419: ...he illustration 2 Pull the protruded center portion to remove the entire body of the clip Type D clips 1 Turn the clip counterclockwise using a Phillips screwdriver until the center portion of the clip is raised 2 Remove the entire clip by pulling it up Type E clips 1 Push the center portion of the clip using a Phillips screwdriver until the clip is raised 2 Remove the entire clip by pulling it up...

Page 420: ... the clip using a flat head screwdriver as shown in the illustration 2 Remove the entire clip by pulling it up Reinstalling clips Type A clips Type B clips Type C clips Type D clips Maintenance and service Maintenance tips 11 7 CONTINUED ...

Page 421: ...he center portion of the clip into the hole Type F clips Insert the clip without the head first and then push the head of the clip into the hole Engine hood To open the hood 1 If the wiper blades are lifted off the windshield return them to their original position 2 Pull the hood release knob under the instrument panel ...

Page 422: ...2 After closing the hood be sure the hood is securely locked If this does not close the hood release it from a slightly higher position Do not push the hood forcibly to close it It could deform the metal 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 may cause an accident and seriou...

Page 423: ...page 11 23 2 Brake fluid reservoir Clutch fluid reservoir page 11 24 3 Fuse box page 11 41 4 Battery page 11 40 5 Windshield washer tank page 11 37 6 Engine oil filler cap page 11 12 7 Engine coolant reservoir page 11 17 8 Engine oil level gauge page 11 12 9 Coolant filler tank cap page 11 17 10 Air cleaner case page 11 18 ...

Page 424: ...ttery page 11 40 4 Windshield washer tank page 11 37 5 Engine oil filler cap page 11 12 6 Engine coolant reservoir page 11 17 7 Radiator cap page 11 17 8 Engine oil filter page 11 14 9 Engine oil level gauge page 11 12 10 Air cleaner case page 11 18 Maintenance and service Engine compartment overview 11 11 ...

Page 425: ...en the engine idles for long periods of time When the vehicle is operated in stop and go and or heavy traffic situations When the vehicle is used under severe thermal conditions When the vehicle accelerates and decelerates frequently Under these or similar conditions you should check your oil at least every 2nd fuel fill up and change your engine oil more frequently If your oil consumption rate is...

Page 426: ...2 Low level 3 Approximately 1 1 US qt 1 0 liter 0 9 Imp qt from low level to full level 4 Pull out the oil level gauge again 5 STI Check the oil level on the gauge If the oil level is below the low level mark add oil so that the full level is reached Except STI Check the oil levels on both sides of the level gauge The engine oil level must be judged by the lowest of the two levels If the oil level...

Page 427: ... mark This is caused by thermal expansion of the engine oil NOTE To prevent overfilling the engine oil do not add any additional oil above the upper level when the engine is cold Changing the oil and oil filter CAUTION If you change your own oil be sure to drain all the oil from the filter before disposal Do not dispose of used engine oil by placing it in the trash or by pouring it onto the ground...

Page 428: ...e with oil therefore you must use the level gauge to confirm that the level is correct 7 Start the engine and make sure that no oil leaks appear around the drain plug 8 Run the engine until it reaches the normal operating temperature Then stop the engine and wait a few minutes to allow the oil drain back Check the oil level again and if necessary add more engine oil CAUTION Be careful not to spill...

Page 429: ...st change for 11 years 137 500 miles 11 years 220 000 km This coolant should not be mixed with any other brand or type of coolant during this period Mixing with a different coolant will reduce the life of the coolant Should it be necessary to top up the coolant for any reason use only SUBARU Super Coolant If the SUBARU Super Coolant is diluted with another brand or type the maintenance interval is...

Page 430: ...rk Check the coolant level at each fuel stop 1 Check the coolant level on the outside of the reservoir while the engine is cool 2 If the level is close to or lower than the LOW level mark add coolant up to the FULL level mark If the reserve tank is empty remove the radiator cap and refill coolant up to just below the filler neck as shown in the following illustration STI 1 Fill up to this level Ex...

Page 431: ...r element not only filters intake air but also stops flames if the engine backfires If the air cleaner element is not installed when the engine backfires you could be burned CAUTION When replacing the air cleaner ele ment use a genuine SUBARU air cleaner element If it is not used there is the possibility of causing a negative effect to the engine The air cleaner element functions as a filter scree...

Page 432: ...air cleaner case and remove the air cleaner element 5 Clean the inside of the air cleaner case and case cover with a damp cloth and install a new air cleaner element 6 Install the removed or loosened parts in the reverse order of removal Except STI 1 Clips 1 Unsnap the two clips holding the air cleaner case cover Maintenance and service Air cleaner element 11 19 CONTINUED ...

Page 433: ...jections on the air cleaner case cover into the slits on the air cleaner case The illustration above shows an example in which the projections are not fitted into the slits correctly 6 Install in the reverse order of removal Spark plugs It may be difficult to replace the spark plugs It is recommended that you have the spark plugs replaced by your SUBARU dealer The spark plugs should be replaced ac...

Page 434: ...eck the deflection of the front side belt and if there is any loosen ess cracks wear or unusual noise on the front side belt contact your SUBARU dealer Continuing to use the vehicle with the belt outside of the specification may cause the engine to malfunc tion and the above components to malfunction To check the deflection of the front side belt place a straightedge ruler across two adjacent pull...

Page 435: ...on fluid It is not necessary to check the transmis sion fluid level Check that there are no cracks damage or leakage However the fluid inspection should be performed according to the maintenance schedule in the Warranty and Maintenance Book let Consult your SUBARU dealer for details Front differential gear oil CVT models It is not necessary to check the gear oil level Check that there are no crack...

Page 436: ...he vehicle on a level surface and stop the engine 2 Check the fluid level of the reservoir tank When the fluid is hot after the vehicle has been run Check that the oil level is between HOT MIN and HOT MAX on the surface of the reservoir tank When the fluid is cool before the vehicle is run Check that the oil level is between COLD MIN and COLD MAX on the surface of the reservoir tank 3 If the fluid...

Page 437: ... may be a leak If you suspect a problem have the vehicle checked at your SUBARU dealer CAUTION When adding brake fluid be care ful not to allow any dirt into the reservoir Never splash the brake fluid over painted surfaces or rubber parts Alcohol contained in the brake fluid may damage them Be careful not to spill brake fluid when adding it If brake fluid touches the exhaust pipe it may cause a ba...

Page 438: ... fluid absorbs moisture from the air Any absorbed moist ure can cause improper clutch operation If the vehicle requires frequent refilling there may be a leak If you suspect a problem have the vehicle checked at your SUBARU dealer When clutch fluid is added be careful not to allow any dirt into the tank Never splash the clutch fluid over painted surfaces or rubber parts Alcohol contained in the cl...

Page 439: ...With the engine off depress the brake pedal several times applying the same pedal force each time The distance the pedal travels should not vary 2 With the brake pedal depressed start the engine The pedal should move slightly down to the floor 3 With the brake pedal depressed stop the engine and keep the pedal depressed for 30 seconds The pedal height should not change 4 Start the engine again and...

Page 440: ...N 30 kgf and measure the distance between the upper surface of the pedal pad and the floor When the measurement is smaller than the specification or when the pedal does not operate smoothly contact with your SUBARU dealer Clutch pedal MT models Check the clutch pedal free play and reserve distance according to the main tenance schedule in the Warranty and Maintenance Booklet Checking the clutch fu...

Page 441: ...g 2 Make sure that the vehicle does not move backward for several seconds after the brake pedal is released 3 Then make sure the vehicle starts climbing the grade by following the normal starting procedures If the Hill start assist system does not operate as described above contact your SUBARU dealer Replacement of brake pad and lining The disc brakes have audible wear indicators on the brake pads...

Page 442: ...ake to cool down Repeat this proce dure 5 Check the parking brake stroke If the parking brake stroke is out of the specified range adjust it by turning the adjusting nut located on the parking brake lever Parking brake stroke 7 8 notches 45 lbf 200 N 20 4 kgf WARNING A safe location and situation should be selected for break in driving CAUTION Pulling the parking brake lever too forcefully may cau...

Page 443: ...s driven Also this system may not react immediately to a sudden drop in tire pressure for example a blow out caused by running over a sharp object If you adjust the tire pressures in a warm garage and will then drive the vehicle in cold outside air the resulting drop in tire pressures may cause the low tire pressure warning light to illuminate To avoid this problem when adjusting the tire pressure...

Page 444: ...luminates steadily after blink ing for approximately one minute you should have your Tire Pressure Monitoring System checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possi ble If this light illuminates while driving never brake suddenly and keep driving straight ahead while gradu ally reducing speed Then slowly pull off the road to a safe place Otherwise an accident involving serious vehicle damage and serio...

Page 445: ...ample during a fuel stop and before any long journey Tire placard Check the tire pressures when the tires are cold Use a pressure gauge to adjust the tire pressures to the values shown on the tire placard The tire placard is located on the door pillar on the driver s side Driving even a short distance warms up the tires and increases the tire pressures Also the tire pressures are affected by the o...

Page 446: ...poor Also the tire magnifies the effects of road surface bumps and dips possibly resulting in vehicle damage If the tire placard shows tire pressures for the vehicle when fully loaded adjust the tire pressures to the values that match current loading conditions WARNING Driving at high speeds with exces sively low tire pressures can cause the tires to deform severely and to rapidly become hot A sha...

Page 447: ...running stability Contact your SUBARU dealer if you notice abnormal tire wear NOTE The suspension system is designed to hold each wheel at a certain alignment relative to the other wheels and to the road for optimum straight line stability and cornering performance Wear indicators 1 New tread 2 Worn tread 3 Tread wear indicator Each tire incorporates a tread wear indicator which becomes visible wh...

Page 448: ...tires at the time of rotation After tire rotation adjust the tires pressures and make sure the wheel nuts are correctly tightened After driving approximately 600 miles 1 000 km check the wheel nuts again and retighten any nut that has become loose Tire replacement The wheels and tires are important and integral parts of your vehicle s design they cannot be changed arbitrarily The tires fitted as s...

Page 449: ...erious mechanical damage to the drive train of your car and affect the following factors Ride Handling Braking Speedometer Odometer calibration Clearance between the body and the tires It also may be dangerous and lead to loss of vehicle control and it can lead to an accident Use only radial tires Do not use radial tires together with belted bias tires and or bias ply tires Doing so can dangerousl...

Page 450: ...U parts designed for aluminum wheels Windshield washer fluid CAUTION Never use engine coolant as washer fluid because it could cause paint damage When there is only a small amount of washer fluid remaining the windshield washer fluid warning indicator will illumi nate When this occurs refill the washer fluid as follows Remove the washer tank filler cap then add windshield washer fluid until it rea...

Page 451: ...rict the use of methanol a common windshield washer anti freeze additive Washer fluids containing non methanol anti freeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging your vehicle s paint wiper blades or washer system Replacement of wiper blades Grease wax insects or other material on the windshield or the wiper blade results in jerky wiper operation and str...

Page 452: ...ise the wiper arm off the windshield 1 Stopper 2 Remove the wiper blade assembly by holding its pivot area and pushing it in the direction shown by the arrow while de pressing the wiper blade stopper 3 Install the wiper blade assembly to the wiper arm Make sure that it locks in place 4 Hold the wiper arm by hand and slowly lower it in position Windshield wiper blade rub ber 1 Metal support 1 Grasp...

Page 453: ...ning work on or near any battery be sure to extinguish all cigarettes matches and light ers Never expose a battery to an open flame or electric sparks Batteries give off a gas which is highly flammable and explosive For safety in case an explosion does occur wear eye protection or shield your eyes when work ing near any battery Never lean over a battery Do not let battery fluid contact eyes skin f...

Page 454: ...ndling 1 Cap 2 Upper level 3 Lower level It is unnecessary to periodically check the battery fluid level or periodically refill with distilled water However if the battery fluid level is below the lower level remove the cap Fill to the upper level 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...

Page 455: ...nspect 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 fuse may be blown Look at the back side of each fuse box cover and refer to Fuses and circuits F12 9 4 Pull out the fuse with the fuse puller 5 Inspect the fuse If it has blown replace it with a spare fuse of t...

Page 456: ...he glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands When holding the glass portion is unavoidable hold it using with a clean dry cloth to avoid getting moisture and grease on the bulb If there is any fingerprints or grease on the bulb surface wipe them away with a soft cloth moistened with alcohol Also if the bulb is scratched or dropped it may blow out or crack Headlights models with LED headlight...

Page 457: ...he washer fluid filler pipe as illustrated Right hand side Right hand side Use a screwdriver to undo the clips on the air intake duct then remove the air intake duct 2 Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb as pushing the tab Left hand side Right hand side 3 Left hand side Remove the bulb from the headlight assembly by turning it counterclockwise Right hand side Remove the bulb from ...

Page 458: ...dlights front side marker light if equipped parking light models without LED head lights and front turn signal light NOTE If headlight aiming is required con sult your SUBARU dealer for proper adjustment of the headlight aim It may be difficult to replace the bulbs Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary 1 Start the engine and turn the steering wheel fully in the opposite direct...

Page 459: ...connect the electrical connector 6 Reattach the mud guard Front side marker light parking light and front turn signal light 1 Front side marker light 2 Parking light 3 Front turn signal light 1 Turn the socket counterclockwise and pull it out 2 Pull out the bulb from the socket and replace the bulb with a new one 3 After replacing the bulb reattach the mud guard Front fog light if equipped NOTE It...

Page 460: ...s pushing the tab 4 Remove the bulb by turning it counter clockwise 5 Replace the bulb with a new one 6 After replacing the bulb reattach the mud guard Rear combination lights 1 Remove the clips from the trunk trim with a flat head screwdriver Maintenance and service Replacing bulbs 11 47 CONTINUED ...

Page 461: ...tion light assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks 6 Secure the rear trunk trim panel with the clips NOTE When replacing a bulb of the rear side marker light detach the bulb socket of the backup light in advance After replacing the bulb first attach the side marker light and then attach the back up light License plate light 1 Open the trunk and remove the clips from the trunk lid trim with a...

Page 462: ...of an explosion if the battery is incorrectly re placed Replace only with the same or equivalent type of the battery Do not expose batteries to ex cessive heat such as bright sun light fire or the like NOTE Replace only with the same or equivalent type of battery recom mended by the manufacturer Dispose of used batteries according to local laws Mount the battery in the correct orientation to preve...

Page 463: ...d Then pry it out from the board 4 Insert a new battery with its positive side facing upward as shown in the illustration Attach the cover firmly Replacing transmitter battery 1 Open the key head using a flat head screwdriver 2 Remove the transmitter case from the key head 3 Open the transmitter case by releasing the hooks 1 Negative side facing up ...

Page 464: ...nsmitter case by fitting the hooks on the case 6 Reinstall the transmitter case in the key head 7 Refit the removed half of the key head After the battery is replaced the trans mitter must be synchronized with the remote keyless entry system s control unit Press either the or button six times to synchronize the unit Maintenance and service Battery replacement 11 51 ...

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Page 466: ... rear differential gear oil 12 6 Fluids 12 7 Engine coolant 12 7 Electrical system 12 8 Tires 12 8 Temporary spare tires 12 8 Fuses and circuits 12 9 Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment 12 9 Fuse panel located in the engine compartment 12 11 Bulb chart 12 15 Vehicle identification 12 17 Specifications 12 ...

Page 467: ...e specifications are subject to change without notice Dimensions in mm Item STI Except STI Overall length 180 9 4 595 Overall width 70 7 1 795 Overall height 58 0 1 475 Wheel base 104 3 2 650 Tread Front 60 2 1 530 Rear 60 6 1 540 Ground clearance 4 9 125 ...

Page 468: ... using unleaded gasoline Model Fuel Fuel tank capacity STI 93 AKI 98 RON or higher 1 15 9 US gal 60 liters 13 2 Imp gal Except STI 91 AKI 95 RON or higher 2 1 If unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 93 AKI 98 RON is not available unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 AKI 95 RON may be used with no detriment to engine durability or driveability 2 If unleaded gasoline with an octane ra...

Page 469: ...It is recommended that you have this service performed by your SUBARU dealer Oil filter Model STI Except STI Oil filter color Black Black Part number 15208AA100 15208AA170 Amount of rotation 1 rotation 1 rotation Approved engine oil We recommend that you always use the SUBARU approved engine oil For further details please contact your SUBARU dealer If the approved engine oil is unavailable use the...

Page 470: ...h the ILSAC certifi cation mark Starburst mark 5W 30 synthetic oil is the required oil for optimum engine performance and protection Conventional oil may be used if synthetic oil is unavailable If 5W 30 synthetic oil is not available 5W 40 conventional oil may be used if replenishment is needed but should be changed to 5W 30 synthetic oil at the next oil change STI Adding the oil from L to F level...

Page 471: ... Imp qt Except STI 3 5 US qt 3 3 liters 2 9 Imp qt 1 5 US qt 1 4 liters 1 2 Imp qt 0 8 US qt 0 8 liters 0 7 Imp qt Remarks 2 Manual transmission oil F11 22 Front differential gear oil CVT models F11 22 Rear differential gear oil F11 23 1 The indicated oil quantity is only a guideline The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other factors After ref...

Page 472: ...ne of the indicated types of fluid 2 The indicated fluid quantity is only a guideline The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other factors 3 For more details about maintenance and service refer to the indicated section Engine coolant Vehicle model Coolant capacity Coolant type STI 8 2 US qt 7 7 liters 6 8 Imp qt SUBARU Super Coolant Except STI M...

Page 473: ... wheel nuts by yourself have the tightening torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility as soon as possible For the wheel nut tightening procedure refer to Changing a flat tire F9 4 Temporary spare tires Temporary spare tire size T145 70D17 205 50R17 Temporary spare tire inflation pressure recommended cold tire inflation pressure 60 psi 420 kPa 4 2 kgf cm2 33 psi 230 kPa 2 3 kgf cm2 ...

Page 474: ...A Remote control rear view mirrors Seat heater relay 7 10A Combination meter Integrated unit 8 7 5A Stop light 9 7 5A Front wiper deicer 10 7 5A Power supply battery 11 7 5A Turn signal unit 12 15A Transmission control unit Engine control unit Integrated unit 13 20A Accessory power outlet center console 14 10A Parking light Tail light Rear combination light Specifications Fuses and circuits 12 9 C...

Page 475: ...1 7 5A Starter relay 22 10A Air conditioner Rear window defogger relay coil 23 Empty 24 10A Audio unit Navigation system if equipped 25 15A SRS airbag system 26 7 5A Power window relay Radiator main fan relay 27 15A Blower fan 28 15A Blower fan 29 10A Fog light 30 Empty Fuse panel Fuse rating Circuit 31 7 5A Auto air conditioner unit Integrated unit 32 7 5A Clutch switch Steering lock control unit...

Page 476: ... fan cooling fan 4 Empty 5 25A Audio 6 30A Headlight low beam 7 15A Headlight high beam 8 20A Back up 9 15A Horn 10 25A Rear window defogger Mirror heater 11 15A Fuel pump 12 10A Transmission control unit 13 7 5A Engine control unit 14 15A Turn and hazard warn ing flasher 15 15A Tail and illumination re lay 16 7 5A Alternator Specifications Fuses and circuits 12 11 CONTINUED ...

Page 477: ...2 Specifications Fuses and circuits Fuse panel Fuse rating Circuit 17 Empty 18 20A Injection 19 15A Headlight low beam right hand 20 15A Headlight low beam left hand 21 10A Secondary air combina tion valve ...

Page 478: ...Empty 5 25A Audio 6 30A Headlight low beam 7 15A Headlight high beam 8 20A Back up 9 15A Horn 10 25A Rear window defogger Mirror heater 11 15A Fuel pump 12 20A Transmission control unit 13 7 5A Engine control unit 14 15A Turn and hazard warn ing flasher 15 15A Tail and illumination re lay 16 7 5A Alternator Specifications Fuses and circuits 12 13 CONTINUED ...

Page 479: ...12 14 Specifications Fuses and circuits Fuse panel Fuse rating Circuit 17 Empty 18 20A Injection 19 15A Headlight low beam right hand 20 15A Headlight low beam left hand ...

Page 480: ...Bulb chart NOTE Lights A B and C are the LED Light Emitting Diode type Consult your SUBARU dealer for replacement Specifications Bulb chart 12 15 CONTINUED ...

Page 481: ...ht 12V 2W 12 Front side marker light if equipped 12V 5W W5W 168 13 Front fog light 12V 19W H16 14 Front turn signal light 12V 21W WY21W A Low beam headlight models with LED headlights B Parking light models with LED headlights C Side turn signal light if equipped D High mounted stop light E Stop light Tail light WARNING Bulbs may become very hot while illuminated Before replacing bulbs turn off th...

Page 482: ...he floor carpet of the right hand front seat 2 Emission control label 3 Tire inflation pressure label 4 Certification label 5 Vehicle identification number plate 6 Model number label 7 Fuel label 8 Air conditioner label Specifications Vehicle identification 12 17 ...

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Page 484: ...rmine 13 10 Determining compatibility of tire and vehicle load capacities 13 12 Adverse safety consequences of overloading on handling and stopping and on tires 13 12 Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 13 12 Uniform tire quality grading standards 13 13 Treadwear 13 13 Traction AA A B C 13 13 Temperature A B C 13 14 Reporting safety defects U S A 13 14 Consumer information and Reporting safet...

Page 485: ...sizing system with a break down of its individual elements P Metric With the P Metric system Section Width is measured in millimeters To convert millimeters into inches divide by 25 4 The Aspect Ratio Section Height divided by Section Width helps provide more dimen sional information about the tire size Example 1 P Certain tire type used on light duty vehicles such as passen ger cars 2 Section Wid...

Page 486: ...etreaded or otherwise altered from their original condition If tires are repaired re treaded or otherwise al tered they may not be sui table for original equipment tire designed loads and speeds Tire Identification Number TIN Tire Identification Number TIN is marked on the intended outboard sidewall The TIN is composed of four groups Here is a brief review of the TIN with a breakdown of its indivi...

Page 487: ... area of this tire For example PLIES TREAD 2 STEEL 2 POLYESTER SIDE WALL 2 POLYESTER Uniform Tire Quality Grading UTQG For details refer to Uniform tire quality grading standards F13 13 Recommended tire inflation pressure Recommended cold tire infla tion pressure For recommended cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle s tires refer to Tires F12 8 Vehicle placard The vehicle placard is affixe...

Page 488: ...nd heater to the extent that these items are available as factory in stalled equipment whether in stalled or not Bead The part of the tire that is made of steel wires wrapped or reinforced by ply cords and that is shaped to fit the rim Bead separation A breakdown of the bond between components in the bead Bias ply tire A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at al...

Page 489: ...re is rated to carry for a given inflation pressure Maximum inflation pressure The maximum cold inflation pres sure to which a tire may be inflated Maximum load rating The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire Maximum loaded vehicle weight The sum of a Curb weight b Accessory weight c Vehicle capacity weight d Production options weight Maximum permissib...

Page 490: ...rline of the tread Recommended inflation pres sure The cold inflation pressure recom mended by a vehicle manufacturer Reinforced tire A tire designed to operate at higher loads and at higher inflation pres sures than the corresponding stan dard tire Rim A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated Rim diameter Nominal diameter of the bead seat Rim siz...

Page 491: ...bs 68 kg times the vehicle s designated seating capa city Vehicle maximum load on the tire Load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to each axle its share of the maximum loaded vehicle weight and dividing by two Vehicle normal load on the tire Load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to each axle its share of the curb weight accessory weight and normal oc ...

Page 492: ...d number of occupants Occupant distribution in a normally loaded vehicle 2 through 4 2 2 in front 5 through 10 3 2 in front 1 in second seat 11 through 15 5 2 in front 1 in second seat 1 in third seat 1 in fourth seat 16 through 22 7 2 in front 2 in second seat 2 in third seat 1 in fourth seat Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Tire information 13 9 CONTINUED ...

Page 493: ...otation adjust the tire pressures and make sure the wheel nuts are correctly tightened For information about the tightening torque and tighten ing sequence for the wheel nuts refer to Flat tires F9 4 Vehicle load limit how to determine The load capacity of your vehicle is determined by weight not by avail able cargo space The load limit of your vehicle is shown on the vehicle placard attached to t...

Page 494: ...le has one occupant weighing 154 lbs 70 kg plus cargo weighing 662 lbs 300 kg 1 Calculate the total weight 2 Calculate the available load ca pacity by subtracting the total weight from the vehicle capacity weight of 900 lbs 408 kg 3 The result of step 2 shows that a further 84 lbs 38 kg of cargo can be carried Example 1B For example if a person weighing 176 lbs 80 kg now enters the same vehicle br...

Page 495: ...tires but also loaded capacities of the vehi cle s suspension axles and other parts of the body Therefore this means that the vehicle cannot necessarily be loaded up to the tire s maximum load rating on the tire sidewall Adverse safety conse quences of overloading on handling and stopping and on tires Overloading could affect vehicle handling stopping distance and vehicle and tire performance in t...

Page 496: ...o new pneumatic tires for use on passen ger cars However they do not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or tempor ary use spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 12 inches or less or to some limited produc tion tires All passenger car tires must con form to Federal Safety Require ments in addition to these grades Treadwear The treadwear grade is a compara tive rating ba...

Page 497: ...ty Stan dards No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of perfor mance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or ex cessive loading either sepa rately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possi ble tire failure Reporti...

Page 498: ...e SE West Building Washington DC 20590 You can also obtain other informa tion about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Reporting safety defects U S A 13 15 ...

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Page 501: ...radio operation 5 10 iPod operations 5 25 Power and audio controls 5 7 Satellite radio operations 5 15 Set 5 4 USB storage device operations 5 25 Auto dimming mirror compass 3 106 3 107 Automatic headlight beam leveler 3 102 Warning light 3 32 Automatic transmission Oil temperature warning light AT OIL TEMP 3 18 Automatic Emergency Locking Retractor A ELR 1 12 Auxiliary input jack 5 22 B Battery 1...

Page 502: ...oolant level 11 17 Fluid level brake fluid 11 24 Fluid level clutch fluid 11 25 Fluid level power steering fluid 11 23 Fluid level washer fluid 11 37 Oil level engine oil 11 12 Child restraint systems 1 20 Installation of a booster seat 1 27 Installation with A ELR seatbelt 1 23 Lower and tether anchorages 1 28 Top tether anchorages 1 31 Child safety 4 Locks 2 28 Chime Key 3 5 Light 3 98 Seatbelt ...

Page 503: ...e trip meter 3 9 Drive belts 11 21 Driver s Control Center Differential 7 19 Auto indicator light 3 32 Indicator light 3 33 Driving All Wheel Drive warning light 3 22 AWD vehicles 8 5 Car phone cell phone 6 Drinking 5 Drugs 6 Foreign countries 8 4 Pets 7 Snowy and icy roads 8 8 Tips 7 18 7 28 8 2 8 5 Tired or sleepy 6 Winter 8 6 E ECO gauge 3 11 Electrical system 12 8 Electronic Brake Force Distri...

Page 504: ...el 7 3 Consumption indicator 3 49 3 51 Economy hints 8 2 Filler lid and cap 7 5 Gauge 3 10 Requirements 7 3 12 3 Fuses 11 41 Fuses and circuits 12 9 G GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating 8 12 Glove box 6 4 GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 8 12 H Hands free system 5 36 Hazard warning flasher 3 8 9 2 Head restraint adjustment Front seat 1 5 Rear seat 1 8 Headlight Beam leveler 3 102 Bulb replacement 11 43...

Page 505: ...trol OFF 3 25 Vehicle Dynamics Control operation 3 23 3 24 Inside mirror 3 106 Interior lights 6 2 Internal trunk lid release handle 2 33 iPod operations 5 25 J Jack up point 9 4 Jump starting 9 9 K Key 2 2 Number 2 2 Reminder chime 3 5 Replacement 2 3 Keyless access entry function 2 11 Keyless access with push button start system 2 8 Disabling keyless access functions 2 15 Locking and unlocking d...

Page 506: ...eck engine warning light 3 16 Manual Climate control 4 5 4 6 Mode continuously variable transmission 7 25 Seat 1 4 Transmission 7 16 Transmission oil 11 22 12 6 Map light 6 2 Meters and gauges 3 8 Mirror defogger 3 114 Mirrors 3 106 Moonroof 2 34 9 17 Multi function display 3 45 N New vehicle break in driving 8 2 O Odometer 3 9 Oil filter 11 14 Oil level Engine 11 12 Front differential gear 11 22 ...

Page 507: ...Clutch fluid 11 25 12 7 Engine oil 12 4 Front differential gear oil 12 6 Manual transmission oil 12 6 Power steering fluid 12 7 Rear differential gear oil 12 6 Spark plugs 12 8 Refueling 7 5 Remote engine start system 7 14 Remote keyless entry system 2 17 Replacement Brake pad and lining 11 28 Wiper blades 11 38 Replacing Access key battery 11 49 Air cleaner element 11 18 Battery keyless access wi...

Page 508: ...sors 2 27 Shoulder pretensioners 1 16 SI DRIVE Indicator light 3 31 SI DRIVE mode 7 28 Snow tires 8 9 11 30 Snowy and icy roads 8 8 Sounding a panic alarm 2 20 Spark plugs 11 20 12 8 Specifications 12 2 Speedometer 3 9 SRS Curtain airbag 1 49 Frontal airbag 1 37 Side airbag 1 49 SRS airbag Supplemental Restraint System airbag 3 1 32 SRS airbag system Monitors 1 56 Servicing 1 57 Warning light 3 15...

Page 509: ... 1 28 1 31 Towing 9 12 All wheels on the ground 9 15 Flat bed truck 9 14 Hooks 9 12 Trailer Towing 8 12 Trip meter 3 9 Trunk lid 2 32 Release handle 2 33 Turn signal Indicator lights 3 32 Lever 3 101 U Under floor storage compartment 6 11 USB storage device operations 5 25 V Valet mode 2 26 Vanity mirror 6 4 Vehicle Capacity weight 8 11 Identification 12 17 Symbols 3 Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF i...

Page 510: ... Power steering 3 22 Rear differential oil temperature 3 18 Seatbelt 3 13 SRS airbag system 3 15 Vehicle Dynamics Control 3 23 Windshield washer fluid 3 17 Warranties 1 Washing 10 2 Waxing and polishing 10 3 Wear indicators 11 34 Wheel Aluminum 11 37 Balance 11 34 Nut tightening torque 9 4 12 8 Replacement 11 36 Windows 2 28 Windshield Washer fluid 11 37 Wiper and washer switches 3 104 Wiper blade...

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Page 513: ...u use premium grade unleaded gasoline Fuel octane rating This octane rating is the average of the Research Octane and Motor Octane numbers and is commonly referred to as the Anti Knock Index AKI Refer to Fuel octane rating F7 3 Fuel capacity 15 9 US gal 60 liters 13 2 Imp gal Engine oil Use only the following oils ILSAC GF 4 or GF 5 which can be identified with the ILSAC certification mark Starbur...

Page 514: ...ES LTD TOKYO JAPAN Subaru of America Inc Subaru Plaza P O Box 6000 Cherry Hill NJ 08034 6000 Vehicles shown on the cover of this booklet may not be available in all markets Please see your Subaru dealer for a Product Brochure detailing all currently available models MSA5M1514A ...

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