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Model "A2440GE-A" EDITED: 2007/ 6/ 15

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Maintenance and service

Engine compartment overview

2.0-liter models

Power steering fluid reservoir
(page 11-37)

Manual transmission oil level gauge (MT)
(page 11-31) or Differential gear oil level
gauge (AT) (page 11-33)

Clutch fluid reservoir (page 11-39)

Automatic transmission fluid level gauge
(page 11-32)

Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-38)

Fuse box (page 11-55)

Battery (page 11-54)

Windshield washer tank (page 11-49)

Engine oil filler cap (page 11-18)

10) Engine coolant reservoir (page 11-24)
11) Radiator cap (page 11-23)
12) Engine oil level gauge (page 11-18)
13) Air cleaner element (page 11-27)

Summary of Contents for Legacy Outback 2008

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

Page 2: ...Black plate 2 1 Model A2440GE A EDITED 2007 6 15 This manual describes the following vehicle types 1 Sedan 2 Station wagon 3 OUTBACK...

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

Page 4: ...ow to use your SUBARU vehicle safely WARNING A WARNING indicates a situation in which serious injury or death could result if the warning is ignored CAUTION A CAUTION indicates a situation in which in...

Page 5: ...and washer Rear window wiper and washer Lights Headlight beam leveler Parking lights tail lights li cense plate lights and instru ment panel illumination Headlights Turn signal Illumination brightnes...

Page 6: ...seat belts it offers the best combined protection in case of a serious accident Not wearing a seatbelt increases the chance of severe injury or death in a crash even when the vehicle has the SRS airb...

Page 7: ...EATH TO THE CHILD BY PLACING THE CHILD S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG Always use the child safety locks whenever a child rides in the rear seat Serious injury could result if a child accidentally...

Page 8: ...your reaction and impairs your perception judgment and attentiveness If you drive after drinking even if you drink just a little it will increase the risk of being involved in a serious or fatal accid...

Page 9: ...vehicle CAUTION Your vehicle should not be modified Modification could affect its perfor mance safety or durability and may even violate governmental regula tions In addition damage or perfor mance p...

Page 10: ...he carrier s handle Never restrain pets or pet carriers in the front passenger s seat For further information consult your veterinarian local animal protection society or pet shop Tire pressures Check...

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

Page 12: ...ge 11 12 2 Headlight switch page 3 50 3 Replacing bulbs page 11 59 4 Wiper switch page 3 58 5 Sunroof page 2 36 6 Door locks page 2 4 7 Tire pressure page 11 44 8 Flat tires page 9 4 9 Tire chains pag...

Page 13: ...EDITED 2007 6 15 1 Rear window defogger button page 3 61 2 Fuel filler lid and cap page 7 3 3 Child safety locks page 2 32 4 Tie down hooks page 9 13 5 Towing hook page 9 12 6 Trunk lid page 2 34 7 Re...

Page 14: ...late 14 1 Model A2440GE A EDITED 2007 6 15 12 Interior Passenger compartment area 1 ISOFIX anchor bars page 1 36 2 Seatbelt page 1 13 3 Center console box page 6 5 4 Front seat page 1 2 5 Rear seat pa...

Page 15: ...Model A2440GE A EDITED 2007 6 15 1 Top tether anchorages page 1 39 2 Dome light page 6 2 3 Sun visors page 6 3 4 Cargo area light page 6 2 5 Rear center seatbelt page 1 20 6 Cargo area cover page 6 1...

Page 16: ...46 5 Clock page 3 45 6 Center panel compartment page 6 5 7 Navigation system See navigation sys tem instruction manual 8 Glove box page 6 4 9 Hazard warning button page 3 8 10 Audio page 5 1 11 Climat...

Page 17: ...ntrol OFF switch page 7 50 7 Audio control buttons page 5 36 8 Light control switch page 3 50 or Wiper control lever page 3 57 9 Combination meter page 3 9 10 Wiper control lever page 3 57 or Light co...

Page 18: ...ch page 3 50 or Wiper control lever page 3 57 7 Paddle shift page 7 35 8 Combination meter page 3 9 9 Audio control buttons page 5 36 10 Wiper control lever page 3 57 or Light control switch page 3 50...

Page 19: ...d wiper page 3 58 3 Mist page 3 59 4 Windshield washer page 3 59 5 Rear window wiper and washer switch page 3 60 6 Wiper control lever page 3 57 7 Light control switch page 3 50 8 Front fog light swit...

Page 20: ...page 3 51 3 Headlight flasher High Low beam change page 3 50 4 Headlight ON OFF page 3 50 5 Front fog light switch page 3 55 6 Light control switch page 3 50 7 Wiper control lever page 3 57 8 Rear wi...

Page 21: ...Overview Type A 1 Temperature gauge page 3 29 2 Tachometer page 3 28 3 Speedometer page 3 26 4 Fuel gauge page 3 28 5 Trip meter A B selection and trip meter reset knob page 3 27 6 Odometer and trip...

Page 22: ...Type B 1 Temperature gauge page 3 11 2 Tachometer page 3 10 3 Speedometer page 3 9 4 Fuel gauge page 3 11 5 Multi information display toggle button page 3 13 6 ECO gauge page 3 12 7 Gear position indi...

Page 23: ...ndicator light vehicle with immobilizer 3 43 SPORT mode indicator light if equipped 3 43 LO position indicator light Dual range MT vehicles 3 44 Turn signal indicator lights 3 44 High beam indicator l...

Page 24: ...Black plate 24 1 Model A2440GE A EDITED 2007 6 15 22 Tire changing tools 1 Jack handle page 9 21 2 Jack page 9 21 3 Spare tire page 9 21...

Page 25: ...entry system 1 Automatic locking Operation Non operation Operation 2 25 Automatic locking operation period Can be set in range from 20s to 60s 30s 2 25 Key lock in prevention 1 Key lock in prevention...

Page 26: ...pretensioner 1 24 Seatbelt with shoulder belt and lap belt pretensioners Driver s side Australia models only 1 25 System monitors 1 26 System servicing 1 27 Precautions against vehicle modification 1...

Page 27: ...ury or death WARNING Put children in the REAR seat properly restrained at all times in a child restraint device or in a seat belt whichever is appropriate for the child s age height and weight The SRS...

Page 28: ...placed in a reclined position can spring back upward with force when released When operating the reclining lever to return the seatback hold it lightly so that it may be raised back gradually WARNING...

Page 29: ...adjustment lever up and down When the lever is pushed down the seat is lowered When the lever is pulled up the seat rises Power seat if equipped Fore and aft adjustment To adjust the seat forward or b...

Page 30: ...emory function if equipped Two of your desired seat positions can be registered Register the seat position with button 1 or 2 and retrieve the seat position by pressing either button The following sea...

Page 31: ...er is applied when adjusting the seat position Do not drive until the retrieval of the seat position is complete Be sure to press the correct button to retrieve your registered seat position If the se...

Page 32: ...If a new position is registered for the same button the previous seat posi tion is deleted If the battery is removed the regis tered seat position is not deleted Head restraint adjustment To raise the...

Page 33: ...seats of your vehicle are equipped with active head restraints They tilt forward slightly in the event the vehicle is struck from the rear decreasing the amount of rearward head movement and thus red...

Page 34: ...heater warms the seat most quickly with the mark on the adjustment knob in the furthest forward position An indicator light on the adjustment knob for each seat heater comes on when that seat heater i...

Page 35: ...y or death WARNING Never stack luggage or other cargo higher than the top of the seatback because it could tumble forward and injure passengers in the event of a sudden stop or accident Folding down t...

Page 36: ...sitting on the seat raise the head restraint to the click position A When not used Retracted position B When used click position Sedan Station wagon To raise the head restraint pull it up To lower it...

Page 37: ...on on the top of the seatback When the rear center seating position is occupied raise the head restraint to the click position When the rear center seat ing position is not occupied lower the head res...

Page 38: ...s proper operation of the vehicle possibly causing an accident and serious injury Seatbelts Seatbelt safety tips WARNING All persons in the vehicle should fasten their seatbelts BEFORE the vehicle sta...

Page 39: ...r to the Child restraint systems section in this chapter Children If a child is too big for a child restraint system the child should sit in the rear seat and be restrained using the seatbelts Accordi...

Page 40: ...ed over to the Automatic Locking Retractor ALR mode When the child restraint system is re moved make sure that the seatbelt retracts fully and the retractor returned to the Emergency Locking Retractor...

Page 41: ...he driver s and passenger s seat belts are not fastened simultaneously if one seatbelt is fastened significantly earlier or later than the other the buzzer may sound longer 10 seconds maximum If the d...

Page 42: ...ave been fastened Fastening the seatbelt WARNING Never use a belt that is twisted or reversed In an accident this can increase the risk or severity of injury Keep the lap belt as low as possible on yo...

Page 43: ...full vehicle control Front passenger s seat Adjust the seat back to the upright position Move the seat as far back as possible 2 Sit well back in the seat 3 Pick up the tongue plate and pull the belt...

Page 44: ...the neck may result in neck injury during sudden braking or in a collision Unfastening the seatbelt Push the button on the buckle Before closing the door make sure that the belts are retracted proper...

Page 45: ...etracted properly to avoid catching the belt webbing in the door Rear center seatbelt on Station wagon 1 Center seatbelt tongue plate 2 Connector tongue 3 Connector buckle 4 Center seatbelt buckle WAR...

Page 46: ...nnector tongue plate from the belt holder located at the front of the recess by pulling the connector tongue plate rearward 2 Pull out the seatbelt slowly 3 After confirming that the webbing is not tw...

Page 47: ...te in the center seatbelt buckle marked CENTER on the left hand side until it clicks 6 To make the lap part tight pull up on the shoulder belt 7 Place the lap belt as low as possible on your hips not...

Page 48: ...hit against the trim resulting in damaged trim Have the seatbelt fully rolled up so that the connector tongue plates are neatly stored A hang ing connector tongue plate can swing and hit against the t...

Page 49: ...The driver s seat and passenger s seat pretensioners and frontal SRS airbag operate simultaneously Pretensioners are designed to func tion on a one time only basis In the event that a pretensioner is...

Page 50: ...erating noise will be heard and a small amount of smoke will be released These occurrences are normal and not harmful This smoke does not indicate a fire in the vehicle Once the seatbelt pretensioner...

Page 51: ...r serviceable parts For required servicing of front seatbelt assembly equipped with lap belt pretensioners we recom mend that you see your nearest SUBARU dealer When discarding front seatbelt retracto...

Page 52: ...e warn ing light No illumination of the warning light when the ignition switch is first turned to the ON position Continuous illumination of the warning light Illumination of the warning light while d...

Page 53: ...nuine SUBARU accessory parts 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 atta...

Page 54: ...ever allow a child to stand up or to kneel on any seat Unrestrained children will be thrown forward during sudden stop or in an accident and can be injured seriously Never allow a child to stand up or...

Page 55: ...ot recommended although the A ELR seat belt and a top tether anchorage if equipped are provided in this position Some types of child restraints might not be able to be secured firmly due to projection...

Page 56: ...cable to your country In most European countries child restraint systems must meet the requirement of ECE regulation No 44 It can be identified by looking for the approval label on the child restraint...

Page 57: ...or child restraint system Installing child restraint sys tems with A ELR seatbelt WARNING Child restraint systems and seat belts can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather th...

Page 58: ...hear a click 4 Take up the slack in the lap belt 5 Pull out the seatbelt fully from the retractor to change the retractor over from the Emergency Locking Retractor ELR to the Automatic Locking Retrac...

Page 59: ...ion of the retractor That function is restored by allowing the seatbelt to retract fully Installing forward facing child re straint 1 Place the child restraint system in the seating position 2 Run the...

Page 60: ...oning Sedan Station wagon If the child restraint system requires a top tether latch the hook onto the top tether anchorage and tighten the top tether Refer to the Top tether anchorages section for add...

Page 61: ...d allow the belt to retract WARNING Never use a belt that is twisted or reversed In an accident this can increase the risk or severity of injury to the child Never place the shoulder belt under the ch...

Page 62: ...ing positions For each window side seating position two anchor bars are provided Sedan Station wagon You will find mark at the bottom of the rear seat seatbacks These marks indicate the positions of t...

Page 63: ...ught 1 Inserting aid NOTE If your child restraint system is pro vided with inserting aids clip them to the two ISOFIX anchor bars or put them between seatback and seat cush ion at the two ISOFIX faste...

Page 64: ...ry in the event of an accident may be in creased NOTE Before installing a child restraint sys tem ask the manufacturer of the sys tem to confirm that it is one approved for your vehicle Top tether anc...

Page 65: ...een installed with the ISOFIX anchor bars or seatbelt lift up the head restraint while pressing the release button Store the head restraint in the trunk Avoid placing the head restraint in the passen...

Page 66: ...with the ISOFIX anchor bars or seatbelt lift up the head restraint while pressing the release button Store the head restraint in the cargo area Avoid placing the head restraint in the passenger compar...

Page 67: ...ensioner refer to the Front seatbelt pretensioners section in this chapter WARNING To obtain maximum protection in the event of an accident the driver and all passengers in the vehicle should always w...

Page 68: ...considerable speed and force and can injure or even kill children especially if they are not restrained or improperly re strained Because children are lighter and weaker than adults their risk of bei...

Page 69: ...assengers have breathing pro blems after SRS airbag deploys get fresh air promptly A deploying SRS airbag releases hot gas Occupants could get burned if they come into direct contact with the hot gas...

Page 70: ...d 8 Side airbag sensor center pillar left hand side if equipped 9 Side airbag sensor center pillar right hand side if equipped 10 Airbag wiring yellow 11 Seatbelt pretensioner driver s side 12 Seatbel...

Page 71: ...rbag module front passenger s side if equipped 8 Side airbag sensor center pillar left hand side if equipped 9 Side airbag sensor center pillar right hand side if equipped 10 Airbag wiring yellow 11 S...

Page 72: ...pillar right hand side if equipped 9 Side airbag sensor center pillar left hand side if equipped 10 Airbag wiring yellow 11 Seatbelt pretensioner driver s side 12 Seatbelt pretensioner front passenger...

Page 73: ...side if equipped 8 Side airbag sensor center pillar right hand side if equipped 9 Side airbag sensor center pillar left hand side if equipped 10 Airbag wiring yellow 11 Seatbelt pretensioner driver s...

Page 74: ...st WARNING NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FA CING 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 Passenger s side in...

Page 75: ...upright and well back in the seat as far from the steering wheel as practical while still maintaining full vehicle control and the front passenger should move the seat as far back as possible and sit...

Page 76: ...tes driver s and passenger s SRS frontal airbags After deployment the SRS airbags im mediately starts to deflate so that the driver s vision is not obstructed The time required from detecting impact t...

Page 77: ...ot help the occupant in those situations The SRS airbag is designed to function on a one time only basis SRS airbag deployment depends on the level of force experienced in the passen ger compartment d...

Page 78: ...f the vehicle strikes an object such as a telephone pole or sign pole or if it slides under a truck s load bed or if it sustains an oblique offset frontal impact the SRS frontal airbag may not deploy...

Page 79: ...bag on each side of the cabin is stored in the roof side between the front pillar and a point over the rear seat An SRS AIRBAG mark is located at the top of each center pillar In a moderate to severe...

Page 80: ...juries if your head is too close to it WARNING Do not rest your arm on either front door or its internal trim It could be injured in the event of SRS side airbag deployment WARNING Never allow a child...

Page 81: ...e propelled through the cabin with great force by the curtain airbag or it could prevent correct deployment of the curtain airbag In either case the result could be serious injuries Do not hang coat h...

Page 82: ...o inflate regardless of whether the rear wheel house impact sensor on the same side senses an impact If one of the rear wheel house impact sensors and the impact sensor that is located under the rear...

Page 83: ...t Also it is basically not designed to deploy in frontal or rear impacts because SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag deployment would not help the occupant in those situations Each SRS side airbag...

Page 84: ...he vehicle strikes a telephone pole or similar object 4 The vehicle is involved in a side on impact from a motorcycle 5 The vehicle rolls onto its side or roof There are many types of collisions which...

Page 85: ...lision or is struck from behind Exam ples of such accidents are illustrated 1 First impact 2 Second impact A SRS curtain airbag B SRS side airbag In an accident where the vehicle is struck from the si...

Page 86: ...nsioner passenger s side All related wiring WARNING If the warning light exhibits any of the following conditions there may be a malfunction in the seatbelt pretensioners and or SRS airbag system We r...

Page 87: ...n the following cases we recommend that you contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible The front part of the vehicle was involved in an accident in which the SRS frontal airbags did not deploy The...

Page 88: ...rfere with proper operation of the SRS airbag system Attachment of any equipment bush bar winches snow plow skid plate etc to the front end other than genuine SUBARU ac cessory parts or parts that mat...

Page 89: ...ng light 2 16 Disabling keyless access functions 2 22 When access key does not operate properly 2 22 Replacing battery of access key 2 23 Remote keyless entry system if equipped 2 24 Locking and unloc...

Page 90: ...d turn the ignition switch from the ON position to the Acc or OFF position thereby stopping the engine Key number plate 1 Key number plate 2 Security ID plate only for vehicle with immobilizer The key...

Page 91: ...For Europe This device complies with the essential requirements of the Radio and Telecom munication Terminal Equipment Directive 1999 5 EC A copy of the original Declara tion of Conformity and the CE...

Page 92: ...late and security ID plate will be required if you ever need a replacement key made Any new key must be registered for use with your vehicle s immobilizer system before it can be used Up to four keys...

Page 93: ...ing your vehicle Vehicle with double locking system To lock the front door from the outside without the key rotate the lock lever rearward and close the door To lock the rear door from the outside wit...

Page 94: ...umination to prevent the battery from going dead The operational non operational setting of this function can be changed by a SUBARU dealer We recommend that you contact the nearest SUBARU dealer if y...

Page 95: ...stem The operational non operational setting can be changed using the monitor For details please refer to the monitor instruc tion manual The setting can also be changed by a SUBARU dealer We recommen...

Page 96: ...keyless access with push button start system mentioned la ter and contact the electric medical equipment manufacturer for more information The radio waves from the transmitting antennas on the vehicl...

Page 97: ...the access key is placed near a metallic object When metallic accessories are attached to the access key When carrying the access key with electronic appliances such as a laptop computer When the bat...

Page 98: ...leave the access key near personal computers or home electric appliances Doing so may cause the ac cess key to malfunction re sulting in battery discharge The access key is always com municating with...

Page 99: ...locking and unlocking the doors It is not possible to lock and unlock the doors when the keyless access func tions are turned on Locking and unlocking can be oper ated only by the door lock unlock but...

Page 100: ...entry system function while pulling the door handle the doors cannot be locked and un locked When the battery of the access key is discharged or when operating it in a location with strong radio wave...

Page 101: ...d only the rear gate will be unlocked Locking Sedan and Station wagon 1 Door lock unlock button Carry the access key close all doors and press the door lock unlock button located under the door handle...

Page 102: ...smitter When the push button ignition switch is switched to Acc When the vehicle is equipped with the genuine SUBARU navigation system enabling disabling of the interlock and the time that the light s...

Page 103: ...place can be set on the monitor screen For more details refer to the monitor instruction manual When the vehicle is not equipped with the genuine SUBARU navigation system the setting can be changed at...

Page 104: ...an When the button on the access key is pressed for at least 1 5 seconds near the vehicle the trunk will open The hazard warning flashers will flash twice Warning chimes and warning light The keyless...

Page 105: ...ess key and the power is in a position other than OFF a chirp sound will be heard for a maximum of 60 seconds NOTE Switch the power to OFF and lock the doors When the power is in a position other than...

Page 106: ...warn ing When another passenger exits the vehicle with the access key and closes a door other than the driver s door while the power is in a position other than OFF the warning chime will sound At th...

Page 107: ...e locked while the access key is inside the vehicle A chirp sound will be heard and all doors will be unlocked The trunk was closed with the access key in it while all doors are locked or during the a...

Page 108: ...han OFF in AT vehicles when the selector lever is in the P position Switch the power to OFF and get out of the vehicle Ding Beep beep beep 3 times Flashes 1 sec intermittent A fellow passenger exited...

Page 109: ...40GE A EDITED 2007 6 15 Flashes in or ange A malfunction was detected in the power system or steering lock We recommend that you contact a SUBARU dealer immediately and have the vehicle inspected Keys...

Page 110: ...driver s door twice 6 Within 30 seconds after step 5 is performed pull the power door locking switch to the rear position unlock side twice while the door is open 7 Within 30 seconds after step 6 is...

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

Page 112: ...s entry system if equipped The remote transmitter can be used within a distance of approximately 1 0 m 3 2 ft of the vehicle With a Station wagon it can be used to lock and unlock all of the doors and...

Page 113: ...ny other doors Unlocking doors with the unlock function 1 With all doors closed pressing the button on the remote control causes only the driver s door to unlock 2 If you press the button again within...

Page 114: ...id rear gate Vehicle without double locking system Sedan The trunk lid unlocks when the button is pressed continuously for at least 1 5 seconds At this time the hazard warning lights flash twice Stati...

Page 115: ...rear gate of a Station wagon the hazard warning flashers flash once When the button is pressed only the rear gate Station wagon opens At this time the hazard warning lights flash twice for vehicle wi...

Page 116: ...art of the button side into the hook on the key side 6 Reinstall the screw on the transmitter case CAUTION Do not let dust oil or water get on or in the transmitter when repla cing battery Be careful...

Page 117: ...is system is operating the power door locking switch and door lock levers inside the cabin cannot be used to unlock the doors WARNING Never set the double locking system while passengers are inside th...

Page 118: ...g system All of the doors and the rear gate Station wagon will be unlocked Canceling system using remote transmitter Press the OPEN button on the transmit ter The hazard warning flashers will flash tw...

Page 119: ...ly WARNING Never lock the doors using the keyless entry system while passen gers are inside the vehicle Doing so activates the function that disables unlocking with the power door lock ing switch and...

Page 120: ...by entrapment you must do the following When operating the power win dows be extremely careful to prevent anyone s fingers arms neck or head from being caught in the window Always lock the passengers...

Page 121: ...pull the switch up lightly 1 Automatically close 2 Close To close Pull the switch up lightly and hold it The window will close as long as the switch is held This switch also has a one touch auto up fe...

Page 122: ...h cluster located on the driver s side door is in the LOCK position the passengers windows cannot be operated with the passengers switches Trunk lid Sedan WARNING To prevent dangerous exhaust gas from...

Page 123: ...ed on the inside of the trunk lid trim to the CANCEL position When this lock is in the CAN CEL position the trunk can be opened only with the remote keyless entry system Refer to the Remote keyless en...

Page 124: ...nlocked due to a discharged battery a fault in the door locking unlocking system or other causes you can unlock it by manually operating the rear gate lock release lever For the procedure refer to the...

Page 125: ...roof is fully closed Push the rear side of the Tilt switch to raise the sunroof Push the front side of the Tilt switch to lower the sunroof Release the switch after the sunroof has been raised or has...

Page 126: ...on it moves back to the fully open position and stops there The anti entrapment function may also be activated by a strong shock on the sunroof even when there is nothing trapped NOTE If the sunroof c...

Page 127: ...er the rear sunroof has fully closed the front sunroof will tilt down Anti entrapment function When the sunroof senses an object trapped between its glass and the vehi cle s roof during closure it aut...

Page 128: ...enuine SUBARU Navigation System 3 17 SI DRIVE display 3 18 Meter settings 3 18 Warning messages and driver s information 3 23 Meters and gauges vehicle without SI DRIVE 3 26 Combination meter illumina...

Page 129: ...ght 3 45 Front fog light indicator light if equipped 3 45 Rear fog light indicator light if equipped 3 45 Clock if equipped 3 45 Information display if equipped 3 46 Outside temperature indicator 3 46...

Page 130: ...NING Never turn the ignition switch to LOCK while the vehicle is being driven or towed because that will lock the steering wheel preventing steering control And when the engine is turned off it takes...

Page 131: ...key is near another key that contains an immobilizer transponder The key is near or touching to another transmitter Key reminder chime if equipped The reminder chime sounds when the driver s door open...

Page 132: ...implanted pacemaker or an implanted defibrillator stay at least 22 cm 8 7 in away from the transmitting antennas installed on the vehicle The radio waves from the transmit ting antennas on the vehicl...

Page 133: ...ystem The push button start system uses radio waves of the following frequency in addition to the radio waves used for the remote keyless entry system functions The radio waves are periodically output...

Page 134: ...le e g in the garage The access key may be locked inside the vehicle or the battery may discharge rapidly Note that the power may not turn on in some cases depending on the location of the access key...

Page 135: ...ommended that the access key be reregistered For reregistration of an access key we recommend that you contact a SUBARU dealer For a spare access key we recom mend that you contact a SUBARU dealer Up...

Page 136: ...y not take place if you quickly turn the ignition switch to start the engine This is not an abnormality Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle speed Speed warning chime if equipped When the spe...

Page 137: ...go off Also if you open and close the driver s door or turn the ignition switch to the ON position within 5 seconds of illumination of the odometer trip meter the odometer trip meter will go off CAUT...

Page 138: ...This indicates that the fuel filler door lid is located on the right side of the vehicle Low fuel warning light The low fuel warning light illuminates when the tank is nearly empty approxi mately 10...

Page 139: ...RIVE section in chapter 7 CAUTION If the pointer exceeds the normal operating range safely stop the vehicle as soon as possible Refer to In case of emergency in chapter 9 ECO gauge The ECO gauge shows...

Page 140: ...ck down Use the and switches to change the display screen forward and backward The SET switch is used to show the warning message again after a warning message has been displayed once and it is also u...

Page 141: ...e trip knob and keep the knob pushed for more than 2 seconds If you press the trip knob when the ignition switch is in the LOCK off or Acc position the odometer trip meter will light up It is possible...

Page 142: ...utside temperature and journey time Outside temperature 1 Outside temperature 2 Journey time The indicator shows the outside tempera ture in a range from 30 to 508C 22 to 1228F The indicator can give...

Page 143: ...r 3 seconds it returns to its original indication of the outside tempera ture and journey time If you continue to drive your vehicle without stopping the engine the display flashes the journey time fo...

Page 144: ...st refuel the vehicle immedi ately NOTE The driving range on remaining fuel is only a guide The indicated value may differ from the actual driving range on remaining fuel so you must immedi ately fill...

Page 145: ...witch press the SET switch for at least 2 seconds The display can be switched as shown below by pressing the or switch Present date time Birthday and Anniversary can be registered in the Date Time set...

Page 146: ...c position turn the ignition switch to the LOCK off position or open and close the driver s door during the setting procedure the new setting will be canceled It is not possible to cancel sequen tial...

Page 147: ...enter the Date Time settings After the Date Time setting screen has been displayed the display can be switched as shown below by pressing the or switch Refer to the following procedure for further ste...

Page 148: ...r the setting item with and and confirm the setting with SET 4 Repeat step 3 to enter the date and time When completed select OK and press SET When a birthday is registered and the date that was set n...

Page 149: ...rm the setting with SET 4 Repeat step 3 to enter the date and time When completed select OK and press SET When an anniversary is registered and the date that was set nears a message is displayed when...

Page 150: ...rrup tive message will be indicated on the display The display shows the interruptive mes sage for 3 seconds and then returns to its original display At this time the specified warning message leaves...

Page 151: ...lay shows the interruptive warning message for 3 seconds and then returns to its original display The interruptive warning message will be displayed again after 20 seconds Run mode change system warni...

Page 152: ...s of this indication refer to the Outside temperature and journey time section in this chapter Rest information This message shows that the continuous driving time has reached 2 hours and a notice is...

Page 153: ...en the ignition switch is turned to the ON position Turn the ignition switch to the Acc position With the A trip meter indication selected briefly press the trip knob twice You can now establish the a...

Page 154: ...press of the knob changes the function alternately To set the trip meter to zero select the A trip or B trip meter by pushing the knob and keep the knob pushed for more than 2 seconds If you press the...

Page 155: ...e fuel injection will be cut by the engine control module to protect the engine from overrev ving The engine will resume run ning normally after the engine speed is reduced below the red zone Fuel gau...

Page 156: ...when ever the low fuel warning light illuminates Engine misfires as a result of an empty tank could cause damage to the engine Temperature gauge 1 Normal operating range The temperature gauge shows en...

Page 157: ...light if equipped Cruise control indicator light if equipped Cruise control set indicator light if equipped Shift up indicator light MT vehicles if equipped S PREP indicator light if equipped Keyless...

Page 158: ...e warning light corresponding to that seatbelt will immediately go off but the buzzer will continue operating unless the remaining seatbelt is fastened This condition continued operation of the buzzer...

Page 159: ...bag system warning light When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position the SRS airbag system warning light will come on for approxi mately 6 seconds and go out This shows the SRS airbag and SR...

Page 160: ...e amount of cargo if possi ble Stop towing a trailer as soon as possible The malfunction indicator lamp may stop blinking and come on steadily after sev eral driving trips We recommend that you have y...

Page 161: ...he ABS system may not work properly When the warning light is on and brake system warning light is off the ABS function shuts down how ever the conventional brake system continues to operate normally...

Page 162: ...ABS system Accordingly if the ABS is inoperative the Vehicle Dynamics Control system be comes unable to provide ABS control As a result the Vehicle Dynamics Control system also becomes inoperative cau...

Page 163: ...n indication of leaking of brake fluid or worn brake pads If this occurs immediately stop the vehicle at the nearest safe place and check the brake fluid level If the fluid level is below the MIN mark...

Page 164: ...make sure this light is out before you start to drive All Wheel Drive warn ing light AT vehicles WARNING Continued driving with the AWD warning light flashing can lead to powertrain damage If the AWD...

Page 165: ...not inside the vehicle a chirp sound will be heard At the same time the access key warning light on the meter will flash NOTE Carry the access key and drive the vehicle Access key takeout warning When...

Page 166: ...h button start system malfunction warning In case the keyless access with push button start system has a malfunction the operation indicator on the push button ignition switch flashes in orange CAUTIO...

Page 167: ...ck the doors The doors cannot be locked while the access key is inside the vehicle A chirp sound will be heard and all doors will be unlocked The trunk was closed with the access key in it while all d...

Page 168: ...OFF and get out of the vehicle Ding Beep beep beep 3 times Flashes 1 sec intermittent A fellow passenger exited the ve hicle with the access key and closed a door other than the driver s door while th...

Page 169: ...was performed 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 Flashes in or ange A malfunctio...

Page 170: ...conditions We recommend that you have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer immediately The light does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position The light does not go out ev...

Page 171: ...e or manual mode is selected the gear position in dicator which shows the current gear selection and the upshift downshift indi cator light up Refer to the Automatic transmission 4 speeds or Automatic...

Page 172: ...hat you have the vehicle checked by your nearest SUBARU dealer Cruise control set in dicator light if equipped The cruise control set indicator light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the...

Page 173: ...ush the SET button CAUTION To ensure safety do not attempt to set the time during driving as an accident from inadequate steering operation could result Information display if equipped NOTE If your ve...

Page 174: ...ustra lia models When the outside temperature drops to 38C 378F or lower the temperature indication flashes to show that the road surface may be frozen If the outside temperature drops to 38C 378F or...

Page 175: ...to the A trip meter indication and the average fuel consump tion corresponding to the B trip meter indication When either of the trip meter indications is reset the corresponding average fuel consump...

Page 176: ...mmedi ately NOTE The driving range on remaining fuel is only a guide The indicated value may differ from the actual driving range on remaining fuel so you must immedi ately fill the tank when the low...

Page 177: ...ide at night use the hazard warn ing flasher to alert the other drivers Headlights To turn on the headlights turn the knob on the end of the turn signal lever first position Front position lights inst...

Page 178: ...after cornering return the lever to the neutral 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 li...

Page 179: ...brightness becomes the maximum and the auto matic dimming function does not work at all The brightness setting is not can celed even when the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position Headlight b...

Page 180: ...upants Number of rear seat occupants Load in the luggage compartment area Trailer towing 0 1 or 2 0 No load No 1 2 3 No load No 2 2 3 Full load No 2 3 Full load Yes 3 1 0 Full load No 1 0 Full load Ye...

Page 181: ...front seat occupants Number of rear seat occupants Load in the luggage compartment area Trailer towing 0 1 or 2 0 No load No 2 3 No load No 2 3 Full load No 1 2 3 Full load Yes 1 0 Full load No 2 1 0...

Page 182: ...hts on for a long time because that will run down the battery Fog light switch Front fog light switch if equipped The front fog lights operate only when the light switch is in the or position To turn...

Page 183: ...g lights either turn the switch upward back to the position or turn it downward to the OFF position Vehicle without front fog lights To turn on the rear fog lights turn the fog light switch on the tur...

Page 184: ...ways use the wind shield washer In freezing 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 th...

Page 185: ...on depressed at least for 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 i...

Page 186: ...t your desired interval The operating interval can be adjusted in nine steps Mist for a single wipe For a single wipe of the wipers pull the lever toward you The wipers operate until you release the l...

Page 187: ...her To wash the rear window while the rear wiper is operating turn the knob on the end of the wiper control lever upward to the position The washer fluid sprays until you release the knob To wash the...

Page 188: ...continuous opera tion The windshield wiper deicer auto matically stops operating if any one of the following conditions occurs during contin uous operation The outside temperature becomes 58C 418F or...

Page 189: ...tops for 2 minutes and again operates for 15 minutes If the battery voltage drops below the permissible level continuous operation is canceled and operation stops as described below If the battery vol...

Page 190: ...asher fluid for ap proximately 1 second and then stops automatically CAUTION Do not operate the washer if the washer fluid tank is empty This may cause overheating of the washer motor Check washer flu...

Page 191: ...to adjust the left hand mirror or to the R side to adjust the right hand mirror 2 Move the knob in the direction you want to move the mirror 3 Return the knob to the neutral position to prevent unint...

Page 192: ...push the button again The indicator light located on the button lights up while the outside mirror defogger is operating The defogger will automatically shut off after approximately 15 minutes If the...

Page 193: ...ock lever down 3 Move the steering wheel to the desired level 4 Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place 5 Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked by moving it up and down an...

Page 194: ...tor grille 4 11 Efficient cooling after parking in direct sunlight 4 11 Lubrication oil circulation in refrigerant circuit 4 11 Checking air conditioning system before summer season 4 12 Cooling and d...

Page 195: ...Black plate 200 1 Model A2440GE A EDITED 2007 6 15 4 2 Climate control Ventilator Air flow selection Left hand drive vehicles A Depending on the models ventilators for the rear seat are equipped...

Page 196: ...Black plate 201 1 Model A2440GE A EDITED 2007 6 15 Right hand drive vehicles A Depending on the models ventilators for the rear seat are equipped Climate control 4 3 CONTINUED 4...

Page 197: ...Open 2 Close Move the tab up and down or right and left to adjust the flow direction To open the ventilator turn the side grille open close wheel upward to the posi tion To close it turn the wheel do...

Page 198: ...t on the control panel comes on The automatic climate control system automatically controls outlet air tempera ture fan speed air flow distribution air inlet control and air conditioner compres sor op...

Page 199: ...drive vehicles 1 Temperature control dial 2 AUTO button 3 OFF button 4 Air inlet selection button 5 Fan speed control button 6 Air conditioner button 7 Air flow mode selection button 8 Defroster butt...

Page 200: ...anel other than the OFF button and temperature control dial during auto matic mode operation the indicator light AUTO on the control panel will go out You can then manually control the system as desir...

Page 201: ...indows push the defros ter button When the button is pushed regardless whether the air condi tioner is operating or not outside air is drawn into the passenger compartment the air conditioner compress...

Page 202: ...stem back to the AUTO mode by pushing the AUTO button NOTE The air conditioner compressor does not operate when the outside air tem perature is below 08C 328F Air flow mode selection button Select the...

Page 203: ...There is one exception When the temperature control dial is turned fully counterclockwise the recircu lation mode is automatically selected When the outside air mode is selected a indicator light appe...

Page 204: ...sure efficient heating and defrosting Since the condenser is located in front of the radiator this area should be kept clean because cooling performance is impaired by any accumulation of insects and...

Page 205: ...lly depressed such as during rapid acceleration or when driving on a steep upgrade Refrigerant for your climate control system Your air conditioner uses ozone friendly refrigerant HFC134a Therefore th...

Page 206: ...dealer if the following occurs even if it is not yet time to change the filter Reduction of the air flow through the vents Windshield gets easily fogged or misted NOTE The filter can influence the ai...

Page 207: ...15 Station preset 5 16 Radio operation McIntosh audio 5 17 Waveband selection 5 17 Tuning 5 18 Station preset 5 19 CD player operation Type A B and C audio 5 20 How to insert a CD s 5 20 How to play...

Page 208: ...ormally 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 flut...

Page 209: ...tion system refer to the navigation system section in the Owner s Manual supplement for information re garding the audio operation procedure Type A audio set The audio set will operate only when the i...

Page 210: ...B audio set The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the Acc or ON position Power and sound controls refer to page 5 7 Radio operation refer to page 5 15 CD player operation ref...

Page 211: ...audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the Acc or ON position Power and sound controls refer to page 5 7 Radio operation refer to page 5 15 CD player operation refer to page 5 20...

Page 212: ...osh audio set The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the Acc or ON position Power and sound controls refer to page 5 9 Radio operation refer to page 5 17 CD player operation re...

Page 213: ...control To adjust the volume Turn the dial clockwise to increase the volume Turn the dial counterclockwise to de crease the volume The volume will be shown as a number from a minimum of 00 to a maximu...

Page 214: ...Volume control 0 to 40 For less volume For more volume AUX volume control 0 to 30 For less volume For more volume Tone Bass control 10 to 10 For less bass sound For more bass sound Midrange con trol 1...

Page 215: ...h audio Power switch The dial is used for both power ON OFF and volume control The radio is turned ON and OFF by pushing the dial and the volume is controlled by turning the dial The dial can also be...

Page 216: ...n clockwise Volume Volume control 0 to 40 For less volume For more volume AUX volume control 0 to 30 For less volume For more volume Tone Bass control 6 to 6 For less bass sound For more bass sound Mi...

Page 217: ...licable preset button numbers and settings are listed below Preset button Setting 1 3 WAGON CLOTH SEAT 2 3 WAGON LEATHER SEAT 1 4 SEDAN CLOTH SEAT 2 4 SEDAN LEATHER SEAT Radio operation Type A audio W...

Page 218: ...Your car radio uses the RDS information to offer you many benefits Alternative Frequencies AF If the vehicle moves beyond the area of the station that the radio is receiving and subsequently enters a...

Page 219: ...river is listening to another audio source the set breaks into that playback with the news It is possible to turn the news bulletin break in function ON OFF by pressing the NEWS button briefly When th...

Page 220: ...ayed 3 Press one of the preset buttons for at least 2 seconds to store the frequency The frequency of the preset number will flash once on the display at this time If the button is pressed for less th...

Page 221: ...press the button the waveband will change to the next one in the following sequence The selected waveband will be shown on the display Tuning Manual tuning Push the tuning button marked to increase th...

Page 222: ...M MW or LW reception by pressing the LOCAL button for at least 1 second Station preset How to preset stations Manual preset 1 Press the AM or FM selection button to select FM1 FM2 and AM reception 2 P...

Page 223: ...essary to preset the desired sta tions again Preset scan The radio receives each memorized pre set station frequency for 10 seconds To start a preset scan press the SCAN button during radio reception...

Page 224: ...n and stop on it Repeat this opera tion until you find the desired station Automatic tuning SCAN Press the SCN button to change the radio to the scan mode In this mode the radio scans through the radi...

Page 225: ...button is pressed for less than 2 seconds the preceding selection will remain in the memory NOTE If the connection between the radio and battery is broken for any reason such as vehicle maintenance or...

Page 226: ...no indicator blinks it means that there is no idle position in the magazine 2 When the LOAD indicator flashes insert the disc Once you have inserted the disc the BUSY indicator will flash The disc wil...

Page 227: ...ayback Loading the entire magazine Full disc loading mode 1 If you continue to press the LOAD button for more than 1 5 seconds the player will make a beep sound and will enter the full disc loading mo...

Page 228: ...from its beginning Forward direction Briefly press the side of the TUNE TRACK button to skip to the beginning of the next track file track Each time the button is pressed the indicated track file tra...

Page 229: ...older Release the button to stop fast reversing NOTE If you fast reverse to the beginning of the first track file track fast reversing will stop and the player will start play back Repeating To repeat...

Page 230: ...non MP3 WMA disc and F RPT for an MP3 WMA folder Then the disc folder will be played repeatedly To cancel the disc folder repeat play mode press the RPT button once more The D RPT or F RPT indication...

Page 231: ...folder currently being played in random order The display will show F RDM during the folder random mode Press the RDM button again for 1 5 seconds or longer to play all of the tracks on the disc in ra...

Page 232: ...lect button Select the radio or AUX mode Press the LOAD button when there is free space in the CD magazine Turn off the power of the audio set Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position Display sele...

Page 233: ...or previous folder is made If no appropriate folder exists on the disc pressing the or side of the FOLDER button starts playback begin ning with the first track file track How to eject a CD from playe...

Page 234: ...one of the following messages is displayed while operating the CD player determine the cause based on the follow ing information If you cannot clear the messages we recommend that you con tact your SU...

Page 235: ...r CD RW that has not been finalized processed for playability in a normal CD player The CD changer cannot play CD ROMs The CD changer cannot display CD text How to insert a CD Inserting a CD 1 Briefly...

Page 236: ...magazine will be loaded with discs in the ascending order of position number If you press either of the other mode buttons FM or AM while the player is in the loading mode the player will enter the st...

Page 237: ...ect a track from its beginning Forward direction Turn the TRACK TUNING knob clock wise to skip to the beginning of the next track Each time the knob is turned the indicated track number will increase...

Page 238: ...k Press the RPT RDM button while a song is playing to play the song repeatedly Each time this button is pressed the repeat play mode will change in the following sequence The RPT indicator will come o...

Page 239: ...mode will be canceled if you perform any of the following steps Press the RPT RDM button to select the random OFF Press the eject button Press the load button Select the radio mode Turn the TUNE FOLDE...

Page 240: ...es is displayed while operating the CD player determine the cause based on the follow ing information If you cannot clear those messages we recommend that you con tact your SUBARU dealer When PUSH EJE...

Page 241: ...on the auxiliary audio input NOTE The output sound of the portable audio player is not loud and the sound via the vehicle s speakers that are connected to the vehicle audio set is very small If you tu...

Page 242: ...ted waveband will be displayed 2 Only when a CD is in the player 3 Only when with an auxiliary audio product is connected and buttons With radio mode selected Press the button or button The radio will...

Page 243: ...ompact disc Use only compact discs CDs CD Rs and CD RWs that have the mark shown in the following illustration Also some compact discs cannot be played In cold and or rainy weather dew can form inside...

Page 244: ...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 any disc that i...

Page 245: ...ls with dual range 6 7 Rear passenger s cup holder 6 8 Center console if equipped 6 8 Armrest if equipped 6 8 Accessory power outlet 6 8 Ashtray if equipped 6 10 Center console 6 10 Rear ashtray 6 10...

Page 246: ...y system section in chapter 2 The setting of the period for which the light stays on can be changed by a SUBARU dealer Vehicle with genuine SUBARU navi gation system The setting can be changed using t...

Page 247: ...ut sunroof To turn on the map light push the switch To turn it off push the switch again When leaving the vehicle make sure the light is turned off to avoid battery dis charge Sun visors To block out...

Page 248: ...n to avoid dazzle The light beside the vanity mirror comes on when the ignition switch is either in the Acc or ON position and the mirror cover is opened Storage compartment CAUTION Always keep the st...

Page 249: ...Australia models To open the center panel compartment pull up the edge of the bottom of the panel lid Except Australia models To open the center panel compartment push the bottom edge of the panel lid...

Page 250: ...N The temperature inside the vehi cle becomes high in the summer when the engine is stopped Do not leave products that may ex plode or melt in the box Do not put an opened beverage into the box If bev...

Page 251: ...accident Take care to avoid spills Bev erages if hot might burn you or your passengers Spilled bev erages may also damage uphols tery carpets or audio equipment Station wagon models with dual range T...

Page 252: ...might burn you or your passengers Spilled bev erages may also damage uphols tery carpets or audio equipment A dual cup holder is located on the lower side of the back of the center console To use the...

Page 253: ...ower outlet Do not place any foreign objects especially metal ones such as coins or aluminum foil into the accessory power outlet That could cause a short circuit Al ways put the cap on the acces sory...

Page 254: ...e ashtray Fully close the lid after using it to help reduce residual smoke Rear ashtray The rear ashtray is located on the upper side of the back of the center console To open the ashtray pull the upp...

Page 255: ...at weigh 5 kg 11 lbs or more Cargo area Station wagon A coat hook is attached to each side of the cargo area above the rear quarter glass To use the coat hook push on the hook lid and it will automati...

Page 256: ...the rear gate stays while extending and rewinding the cover Scratches on the stays could cause leakage of gas from the stays which may result in their inability to hold the rear gate open To remove co...

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

Page 258: ...the rear mat has a special coating that makes it easy to remove any dirt that has accumulated it is all right to get the rear mat dirty Clear away any items from the cargo area so that it is easier to...

Page 259: ...opping bag hook CAUTION Do not hang items on the shopping bag hook that weigh 5 kg 11 lbs or more Sedan A shopping bag hook is located on each side of the trunk near the rear of the trunk opening Stat...

Page 260: ...tion wagon The cargo area is equipped with six tie down hooks so that cargo area can be secured with a cargo area net or ropes When using the tie down hooks turn them down out of the storing recesses...

Page 261: ...ook provided on the under side of the lid on the rear edge of the roof to keep the lid open NOTE When storing a flat tire put the storage tray in the cargo area CAUTION Always keep the lid of the stor...

Page 262: ...e inhibiting function 7 27 Selection of manual mode 7 28 Maximum speeds 7 29 Driving tips 7 29 SPORT mode 7 30 Shift lock release 7 30 Automatic transmission 5 speeds 7 31 Selector lever 7 32 Selector...

Page 263: ...e 7 51 Parking brake 7 51 Parking tips 7 51 Cruise control if equipped 7 52 To set cruise control 7 52 To temporarily cancel cruise control 7 53 To turn off cruise control 7 54 To change cruising spee...

Page 264: ...is the Research Octane number Turbo models Your engine is designed to provide satis factory performance by using unleaded gasoline with an octane rating 95 or higher This octane rating is the Researc...

Page 265: ...Before refueling always first stop the engine and close all vehicle doors and windows Make sure that there are no lighted cigarettes open flames or electrical sparks in the adja cent area Only handle...

Page 266: ...fuel may leak out while the vehicle is being driven or fuel spillage could occur in the event of an accident creating a fire hazard Do not let fuel spill on the exterior surfaces of the vehicle Becaus...

Page 267: ...ck the gauges indicator and warn ing lights after starting the engine NOTE Engine oil engine coolant brake fluid washer fluid and other fluid levels should be checked daily weekly or at fuel stops Sta...

Page 268: ...rning and indicator lights Refer to the Warning and indicator lights section in chapter 3 5 Turn the ignition switch to the START position without depressing the accelera tor pedal Release the key imm...

Page 269: ...push button start system men tioned later and contact the electric medical equipment manufacturer for more information The radio waves from the transmitting antennas on the vehicle could adversely aff...

Page 270: ...t be possi ble to lock or unlock the doors or start the engine When operating near a facility where strong radio waves are transmitted such as a broad cast station and power trans mission lines When p...

Page 271: ...ing points to prevent mal functions Although you can replace the battery of the access key yourself it is recommended that the battery be replaced by a SUBARU dealer to avoid the risk of damage at the...

Page 272: ...shelf etc It may become impossible to operate the power switch and the engine start If the battery of the access key is discharged perform the procedure described in When access key does not operate p...

Page 273: ...pill drinks etc on the push button ignition switch It may cause a malfunction Do not touch the push button ignition switch with a hand soiled with oil etc It may cause a malfunction If the push button...

Page 274: ...seat Do not continue pushing the push button ignition switch for more than 10 seconds Doing so could cause a malfunction If the engine does not start stop push ing the push button ignition switch and...

Page 275: ...e engine does not start press the push button ignition switch without depressing the clutch pedal MT vehi cles or the brake pedal AT vehicles to switch the power to OFF Then while depressing the clutc...

Page 276: ...Only use this engine start procedure in case of emergency When the engine is not started the brake pedal may feel stiff In such a case depress the brake pedal more forcefully than usual Check that the...

Page 277: ...ace it with a new one Starting engine when access key does not operate properly MT vehicles When operating in a location with strong radio noise or when the battery of the access key is low the power...

Page 278: ...perate properly AT ve hicles When operating in a location with strong radio noise or when the battery of the access key is low the power can be switched to ON and the engine can be started by the push...

Page 279: ...cts magnetic sources and signal transmitters away from between the access key and the push button ignition switch They may interfere with the commu nication between the access key and the push button...

Page 280: ...st compromise between fuel econ omy and vehicle performance during normal driving is ensured by shifting up at the speeds listed in the following table Shift up Dual range HI position km h mph 1st to...

Page 281: ...ual range Dual range LO HI LO HI 1st 49 30 40 25 49 30 40 25 49 30 2nd 86 53 72 45 86 53 72 45 86 53 3rd 130 81 109 68 130 81 109 68 130 81 4th 174 108 145 90 174 108 145 90 174 108 5th Top speed 181...

Page 282: ...peed 142 88 Top speed Top speed 171 106 Top speed 171 106 Top speed WARNING When shifting down a gear ensure that the vehicle is not traveling at a speed exceeding the Maximum Al lowable Speed for the...

Page 283: ...knock when the vehicle rapidly accelerates or rapidly pulls away from a standstill This phenomenon does not indicate a problem Manual transmission 6 speeds The manual transmission is a fully syn chrom...

Page 284: ...shifting speeds The best compromise between fuel econ omy and vehicle performance during normal driving is ensured by shifting up at the speeds listed in the following table Shift up km h mph 1st to 2...

Page 285: ...it is necessary to reduce vehicle speed due to slow traffic turning corners or driving up steep hills downshift to a lower gear before the engine starts to labor On steep downgrades downshift the tra...

Page 286: ...hen chocks are used in the wheels This may cause the automatic transmission fluid to overheat Avoid shifting from one of the forward driving positions into the R position or vice versa until the vehic...

Page 287: ...R Reverse This position is for backing the vehicle To shift from the N to R position stop the vehicle completely then move the lever to the R position N Neutral This position is for restarting a stall...

Page 288: ...at speeds above 80 km h 50 mph and a 3rd to 2nd auto matic downshift will not occur at speeds above 38 km h 24 mph Automatic downshifts to 3rd or 2nd may occur even when driving on a level road depend...

Page 289: ...shift indicator is on upshifting is possible When the downshift indicator is on downshifting is possible When both indicators are on upshifting and downshifting are both possible When the vehicle stop...

Page 290: ...he vehicle may be lost and the risk of an accident in creased The following tables show the maximum speeds that are possible with each differ ent gear When down shifting it is important to confirm tha...

Page 291: ...ly selected gear To deselect SPORT mode move the selector lever to the D position or select manual mode To subsequently reselect SPORT mode move the selector lever to the D position and from there to...

Page 292: ...ssion is electroni cally controlled and provides 5 forward speeds and 1 reverse speed Also it has a manual mode WARNING Do not shift from the P or N position into the D or R position while depressing...

Page 293: ...ory to allow the transmission to shift at the most appropriate times for the current condition of your vehicle Optimized shifting will be restored as the vehicle continues to be driven for a while Sel...

Page 294: ...sition press the accelerator pedal fully to the floor and hold that position The transmission will automatically downshift to 4th 3rd 2nd or 1st gear When you release the pedal the transmission will r...

Page 295: ...or lever from the N position to the R position has become impossible turn the ignition switch back to the ON position then move the selector lever to the P position Pressing the selector lever release...

Page 296: ...ns to the normal mode The timing of the gear change and return is different depending on the driving condition when paddle shifting Also if you subsequently ease off the accelerator pedal and then acc...

Page 297: ...ehicle speed is not in excess of the Maximum Allowable Speed of the gear which is about to be selected km h mph Posi tion Turbo models 3 0 liter models OUTBACK models 1 42 26 43 27 43 27 2 81 50 96 60...

Page 298: ...ing brake lever by pulling it with your hands 4 Carefully remove the four lugs of the back side of the plate cover with both hands and remove the plate cover Left hand drive vehicles Right hand drive...

Page 299: ...Multi information display vehicle with SI DRIVE section in chap ter 3 Intelligent I mode For smooth efficient performance driv ing The Intelligent I mode provides well balanced performance with greate...

Page 300: ...ds and for merging or overtaking other vehicles on the freeway with confidence SI DRIVE selector When you rotate the SI DRIVE selector to the left it changes to Sport S mode and when you rotate it to...

Page 301: ...ng in the Sport S mode or Intelligent I mode when you push the steering wheel switch it changes to the Sport Sharp S mode NOTE While driving in Sport Sharp S mode when you push the switch it changes t...

Page 302: ...e braking in addition to foot braking When descend ing a grade if only the foot brake is used the brakes may start working improperly because of brake fluid overheating caused by overheated brake pads...

Page 303: ...ficient Brake assist generates the brake power according to the speed at which the driver depresses the brake pedal NOTE When you depress the brake pedal strongly or suddenly the following phenomena o...

Page 304: ...fe following distance from other vehicles When driving on badly surfaced roads gravel roads icy roads or over deep newly fallen snow stopping distances may be long er for a vehicle with the ABS system...

Page 305: ...the first available opportunity by your SUBARU dealer NOTE If the warning light behavior is as described in the following the ABS system may be considered normal The warning light comes on right after...

Page 306: ...ay be faulty We recommend that you drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected 4 If both warning lights come on again and stay illuminated after the engine has been rest...

Page 307: ...e observed in order to ensure 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 wea...

Page 308: ...of the Vehicle Dynamics Control system will cause operation of the steering wheel to feel slightly different compared to that for normal conditions Even if the vehicle is equipped with a Vehicle Dynam...

Page 309: ...tion switch is turned to the ON position The indicator light does not turn off approximately 2 seconds after the ignition switch has been turned to the ON position Vehicle Dynamics Control warning lig...

Page 310: ...mmend that you have an authorized SUBARU dealer carry out an inspection of those systems at the first available opportunity NOTE When the warning light turns on and off in the following way it indicat...

Page 311: ...d traction and stability en hancement offered by Vehicle Dynamics Control system is unavailable Therefore you should not deactivate the Vehicle Dynamics Control system except under above mentioned sit...

Page 312: ...drive while the parking brake is set because this will cause un necessary wear on the brake lin ings Before starting to drive always make sure that the parking brake has been fully released Parking ti...

Page 313: ...ke a nap in the vehicle If engine exhaust gas enters the passenger compartment occu pants in the vehicle could die from carbon monoxide CO con tained in the exhaust gas Cruise control if equipped Crui...

Page 314: ...The vehicle will maintain the desired speed Vehicle speed can be temporarily in creased while driving with the cruise control activated Simply depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehi cle...

Page 315: ...y stopped To change cruising speed To increase the speed by button Push the RES ACC button and hold it until the vehicle reaches the desired speed Then release the button The vehicle speed at that mom...

Page 316: ...mph the set speed can be lowered 1 km h 0 6 mph each time by pressing the SET COAST button quickly To decrease the speed by brake pedal 1 Depress the brake pedal to release cruise control temporarily...

Page 317: ...flashes To re activate the cruise control function turn the ignition switch back to the Acc or LOCK off position and then turn it again to the ON position If this indicator light and the indicator lig...

Page 318: ...sion the vehicle body is adjusted to the proper position after several drive trips even if the rear of the vehicle is lowered by loaded cargos or a coupled trailer If cargos are unloaded all at once t...

Page 319: ...5 OUTBACK models 8 6 Off road driving OUTBACK models only 8 7 Winter driving 8 8 Operation during cold weather 8 8 Driving on snowy and icy roads 8 9 Corrosion protection 8 10 Snow tires 8 10 Tire ch...

Page 320: ...g as possible Do not pump the accelerator and avoid racing the engine Avoid unnecessary engine idling Keep the engine properly tuned Keep the tires inflated to the correct pressure shown on the tire p...

Page 321: ...from the ex haust system for a short time after the engine has been shut off This sound is normal Catalytic converter if equipped WARNING Avoid fire hazards Do not drive or park the vehicle anywhere...

Page 322: ...your vehicle checked and repaired by an authorized SUBARU dealer Do not apply undercoating or rust prevention treatment to the heat shield of catalytic converter and the exhaust sys tem Do not drive w...

Page 323: ...r sudden braking Therefore when driving down a slope or turning corners be sure to reduce your speed and maintain an ample distance from other vehicles Never attempt to drive through pools and puddles...

Page 324: ...There is little difference in handling however during extremely sharp turns or sudden braking Therefore when driving down a slope or turning corners be sure to reduce your speed and maintain an ample...

Page 325: ...r should be shallow enough that it does not reach the vehicle s undercar riage Water entering the engine air intake or the exhaust pipe or water splashing onto electrical parts may damage your vehicle...

Page 326: ...ition to provide enough power for cold winter starts Use an engine oil of proper grade and viscosity for cold weather Heavy summer oil will cause harder starting Keep the door locks from freezing by s...

Page 327: ...ic transmission vehicles 2 Use tire stops under the tires to prevent the vehicle from moving When the vehicle is parked in snow or when it snows raise the wiper blades off the glass to prevent damage...

Page 328: ...til the wiper blades are completely thawed out If your vehicle is equipped with a wiper deicer it is helpful to thaw the windshield wiper blades To thaw out the rear wiper blade use the rear window de...

Page 329: ...l times regardless of the type of tires on your vehicle When using winter tires speed symbol Q T or H never exceed 160 km h 190 km h or 210 km h respectively Tire chains Driving on snowy grades or icy...

Page 330: ...dden stops sharp turns or in an accident Do not pile heavy loads on the roof These loads raise the vehi cle s center of gravity and make it more prone to tip over Secure lengthy items properly to prev...

Page 331: ...a flat head screwdriver in a vinyl tape or cloth and use it to remove the cover When installing the roof rack on the roof rail follow the manufacturer s instructions Trailer towing Your vehicle is des...

Page 332: ...o not modify the vehicle exhaust system brake system or other system when installing a hitch or other trailer towing equipment The use of genuine SUBARU trailer hitch is recommended A genuine SUBARU h...

Page 333: ...sure to use a hitch stabilizer if your trailer weight is more than 1 500 kg 3 307 lbs to prevent vehicle stability from deteriorating when towing a trailer If the permis sible trailer weight of your v...

Page 334: ...Driving with a trailer You should allow for considerably more stopping distance when towing a trailer Avoid sudden braking because it may result in skidding or jackknifing and loss of control Avoid ab...

Page 335: ...es immediately switch off the air conditioner and stop the vehicle at the nearest safe place Refer to the Engine overheating section in chapter 9 and Warning and indicator lights section in chapter 3...

Page 336: ...Additional information for Europe The following information represents the European statutory and regulatory re quirements of 95 48 EC 92 21 EEC Maximum permissible vehicle weight MPW and maximum per...

Page 337: ...0R spec B 2 060 Station wagon 2 0 liter D R 1 985 1 145 4AT 1 995 1 145 2 5 liter D R 2 010 1 170 4AT 2 020 1 170 3 0 liter 6MT 2 100 1 170 5AT 2 100 1 170 OUTBACK 2 5 liter D R 2 030 1 170 4AT 2 040...

Page 338: ...2 4 kg Mounting points of the coupling device The mounting points of the coupling device are shown in the diagram Sedan 1 Maximum permissible overhang of the coupling device 1 115 mm 44 in 2 Coupling...

Page 339: ...tarting 9 10 How to jump start 9 10 Engine overheating 9 12 If steam is coming from engine compartment 9 12 If no steam is coming from engine compartment 9 12 Towing 9 12 Towing and tie down hooks 9 1...

Page 340: ...NG Never tow a trailer when the tem porary spare tire is used The tem porary spare tire is not designed to sustain the towing load Use of the temporary spare tire when towing can result in failure of...

Page 341: ...e following mod els and is to be driven using the temporary spare tire you must before driving put a spare fuse inside the FWD connector in the main fuse box located in the engine compartment and conf...

Page 342: ...or changing a tire Never get under the vehicle while support ing the vehicle with this jack Always turn off the engine before raising the flat tire off the ground using the jack Never swing or push th...

Page 343: ...or of the trunk or cargo area To remove the spare tire and jack proceed as follows Sedan 1 Lift the handle of the floor cover and hook the handle onto the trunk edge 2 Remove the jack handle from the...

Page 344: ...e the left hand part of the lid and take out the jack handle 3 Take out the storage tray if equipped 4 Take out the jack 5 Turn the attaching bolt counterclock wise then take spare tire out If the spa...

Page 345: ...jackscrew by hand until the jack head engages firmly into the jack up point 8 Insert the jack handle into the jack screw and turn the handle until the tire clears the ground Do not raise the vehicle...

Page 346: ...58 to 72 lbf ft This torque is equivalent to applying approximately 40 to 50 kg 88 to 110 lbs at the top of the wheel nut wrench Never use your foot on the wheel nut wrench or a pipe extension on the...

Page 347: ...attention imme diately If battery fluid is accidentally swal lowed immediately drink a large amount of milk or water and seek medical attention immediately Battery fluid is corrosive If it splashes o...

Page 348: ...moving engine parts Removing rings watches and ties is advisable CAUTION The battery used for boosting must be 12V Do not jump start unless you are sure that the booster battery is correct When your v...

Page 349: ...rminal of the booster battery 4 Connect the other end of the cable to the strut mounting nut Make sure that the cables are not near any moving parts and that the cable clamps are not in contact with a...

Page 350: ...If the temperature gauge stays at the overheated zone turn off the engine 4 After the engine has fully cooled down check the coolant level in the reserve tank If the coolant level is below the MIN ma...

Page 351: ...ll the entire front fog light cover toward you 4 Screw the towing hook into the thread hole until its thread becomes invisible 5 Tighten the towing hook securely using a wheel nut wrench After towing...

Page 352: ...he vehicle and stow it in the tool bag Fit the towing hook cover on the bumper Front towing hook 2 0R 2 5i and 2 5GT models except OUTBACK 1 Take out the towing hook screwdriver and wheel nut wrench f...

Page 353: ...wheel nut wrench After towing remove the towing hook from the vehicle and stow it in the tool bag Fit the front fog light cover and towing hook cover on the bumper Front towing hook 2 5GT B and 3 0R B...

Page 354: ...k cover on the bumper WARNING Do not use the towing hook except when towing your vehicle Be sure to remove the towing hook after towing Leaving the towing hook mounted on the vehicle could interfere w...

Page 355: ...transmission vehicles 2 Pull up the parking brake lever firmly 3 Secure the vehicle onto the carrier properly with safety chains Each of safety chain should be equally tightened and care must be take...

Page 356: ...r vehicles with automatic transmission the traveling speed must be limited to less than 30 km h 20 mph and the traveling distance to less than 50 km 31 miles For greater speeds and distances transport...

Page 357: ...hen remove the sunroof switch 4 Insert the wrench in the end of the motor shaft To lower the sunroof turn the wrench clockwise To close the sunroof turn the wrench counterclockwise We recommend that y...

Page 358: ...inserting the end of the flad head screw driver between the roof and plug and prying it off 4 Insert the wrench in the end of the motor shaft To close the sunroof turn the wrench clockwise We recomme...

Page 359: ...ut the jack open the center lid and remove the jack from the center of the spare tire The jack handle is stowed on the back of the floor cover of the trunk or on the back of the center lid of the carg...

Page 360: ...on 10 4 Most common causes of corrosion 10 4 To help prevent corrosion 10 4 Cleaning interior 10 5 Seat fabric 10 5 Leather seat materials 10 5 Synthetic leather upholstery 10 5 Climate control panel...

Page 361: ...et sponge and plenty of lukewarm or cold water Do not wash the vehicle with hot water and in direct sunlight Salt chemicals insects tar soot tree sap and bird droppings should be washed off by using a...

Page 362: ...lish just the affected area but include the surrounding area as well Always polish in only one direction A No 2000 grain compound is recom mended Never use a coarse grained compound Coarser grained co...

Page 363: ...y If you drive on salted roads in the winter or if you live in a coastal area you should flush the underbody with fresh water frequently After the winter has ended it is recom mended that the underbod...

Page 364: ...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...

Page 365: ...loth moistened with neutral detergent then carefully wipe off any remaining detergent NOTE Do not spray neutral detergent di rectly onto the monitor Doing so could damage the monitor s components Do n...

Page 366: ...0 Manual transmission oil 11 31 Checking oil level 11 31 Recommended grade and viscosity 11 32 Automatic transmission fluid 11 32 Checking fluid level 11 32 Recommended fluid 11 33 Front differential...

Page 367: ...iper blade assembly 11 52 Rear window wiper blade rubber 11 52 Battery 11 54 Battery Precautions 11 54 Fuses 11 55 Main fuse 11 58 Installation of accessories 11 58 Replacing bulbs 11 59 Headlights ve...

Page 368: ...country We recommend that you contact your SUBARU dealer for the actual maintenance schedule applied to your vehicle For Europe Continue periodic maintenance beyond 120 000 km 75 000 miles or 96 mont...

Page 369: ...00 000 miles Others I I I I I I I I 4 Camshaft drive belt Timing belt Except 3 0L R See NOTE 2 5 Replace engine coolant and inspect cooling system hoses and connections P P P P 6 Fuel system line and...

Page 370: ...pection and replacement of the camshaft drive chains on the 3 0 liter models are not required 3 When the vehicle is used under severe driving conditions mentioned in the following inspection should be...

Page 371: ...ther corrosive materials Items 6 12 13 14 and 16 only 7 Living in coastal areas Items 6 12 13 14 and 16 only For others Engine oil and Engine oil filter Continue periodic maintenance beyond 50 000 km...

Page 372: ...ding 100 000 km 60 000 miles or 48 months to the column headings Symbols used R Replace I Inspect and then adjust correct or replace if necessary P Perform I Recommended service for safe vehicle opera...

Page 373: ...3 13 Brake linings and drums including parking brake linings and drums I I See NOTE 3 14 Inspect brake lines and check operation of parking and service brake system P P P P See NOTE 3 15 Clutch and hi...

Page 374: ...fluid every 25 000 km 15 000 miles or 12 months whichever occurs first 1 High humidity areas 2 Mountainous areas NOTE ATF filter is maintenance free part ATF filter needs replacement when it has physi...

Page 375: ...ne running in a poorly ventilated area such as a garage or other closed areas Do not smoke or allow open flames around the fuel or battery This will cause a fire Because the fuel system is under press...

Page 376: ...wheels turning jack up all four wheels or use free rollers and safety stands to prevent the vehicle from moving Never race the engine or brake suddenly For maintenance and inspection on any AWD AT veh...

Page 377: ...rbo AWD vehicle 3 0 liter AWD vehicle and all models with Vehicle Dynamics Control can not be chan ged over from AWD to FWD If any maintenance or inspection requires a running engine and all four whee...

Page 378: ...p to its retainer 2 Lower the engine hood to a height approximately 30 cm 12 in above the fully closed position and then let it drop 3 After closing the hood be sure the hood is securely locked If thi...

Page 379: ...Differential gear oil level gauge AT page 11 33 3 Clutch fluid reservoir page 11 39 4 Automatic transmission fluid level gauge page 11 32 5 Brake fluid reservoir page 11 38 6 Fuse box page 11 55 7 Ba...

Page 380: ...gear oil level gauge AT page 11 33 4 Clutch fluid reservoir page 11 39 5 Automatic transmission fluid level gauge page 11 32 6 Fuse box page 11 55 7 Battery page 11 54 8 Windshield washer tank page 1...

Page 381: ...tial gear oil level gauge AT page 11 33 3 Clutch fluid reservoir page 11 39 4 Automatic transmission fluid level gauge page 11 32 5 Brake fluid reservoir page 11 38 6 Fuse box page 11 55 7 Battery pag...

Page 382: ...33 3 Clutch fluid reservoir page 11 39 4 Automatic transmission fluid level gauge page 11 32 5 Brake fluid reservoir page 11 38 6 Fuse box page 11 55 7 Battery page 11 54 8 Windshield washer tank page...

Page 383: ...under normal driving conditions Please check and replace it more frequently than usual If the oil consumption rate is abnor mally large after the stabilized period for example more than 1 liter per 2...

Page 384: ...cking the level Just after driving or while the engine is warm the engine oil level reading may be in a range between the upper level and the notch mark This is caused by thermal expansion of the engi...

Page 385: ...and disposed of properly WARNING Be careful not to burn yourself with hot engine oil 5 Wipe the seating surface of the drain plug with a clean cloth and tighten it securely with a new sealing washer...

Page 386: ...3 5 Imp qt 3 0 liter models 5 5 liters 5 8 US qt 4 8 Imp qt The oil quantity indicated above is only a guideline The necessary quantity of oil depends on the quantity of oil that has been drained The...

Page 387: ...ification Mark Starburst Mark In choosing an oil you want the proper quality and viscosity as well as one that will add to fuel economy The following table lists the recommended viscosities and applic...

Page 388: ...recommended API classification SM or SL SAE viscosity No 30 40 10W 50 20W 40 20W 50 Cooling system WARNING Never attempt to remove the radia tor cap until the engine has been shut off and has cooled...

Page 389: ...is neces sary there may be a leak in the engine cooling system It is recommended that the cooling system and connections be checked for leaks damage or looseness Engine coolant Checking the coolant le...

Page 390: ...ant from the radiator Then drain the coolant from the reserve tank Tighten the drain plug securely WARNING Never attempt to remove the radia tor cap until the engine has been shut off and has cooled d...

Page 391: ...ler and warmer 6 8 liters 7 2 US qt 6 0 Imp qt 2 5 liter turbo models 7 3 liters 7 7 US qt 6 4 Imp qt 3 0 liter models Without ATF cooler and warmer 7 2 liters 7 6 US qt 6 3 Imp qt With ATF cooler and...

Page 392: ...r cleaner element is a dry type It is unnecessary to clean or wash the ele ment WARNING Do not operate the engine with the air cleaner element removed The air cleaner element not only filters intake a...

Page 393: ...cover and remove the air cleaner element 5 Clean the inside of the air cleaner case cover and case with a damp cloth and install a new air cleaner element 6 To install the air cleaner case cover inser...

Page 394: ...cleaner case cover and remove the air cleaner element 5 Clean the inside of the air cleaner case cover and case with a damp cloth and install a new air cleaner element 6 To install the air cleaner ca...

Page 395: ...5 liter turbo models SILFR6A NGK 3 0 liter models ILFR6B NGK Drive belts 1 Power steering pump pulley 2 Air conditioner compressor pulley 3 Crank pulley The alternator power steering pump and air cond...

Page 396: ...Park the vehicle on a level surface and stop the engine 2 Pull out the dipstick wipe it clean and insert it again 1 Upper level 2 Lower level 3 Pull out the dipstick again and check the oil level on...

Page 397: ...ifferent scales for checking the level of hot fluid and cold fluid on the dipstick Though the fluid level can be checked without warming up the fluid on the COLD range we recommend checking the fluid...

Page 398: ...ul not to spill ATF when adding it If ATF comes into contact with the exhaust pipe it may cause a bad smell smoke and or a fire If ATF gets on the exhaust pipe be sure to wipe it off Recommended fluid...

Page 399: ...fer ential gear oil when adding it If oil touches the exhaust pipe it may cause a bad smell smoke and or a fire If oil gets on the exhaust pipe be sure to wipe it off Recommended grade and viscosity E...

Page 400: ...el 2 0 liter AT models with Vehicle Dynamics Control 2 5 liter non turbo models 2 0 liter MT models 3 0 liter MT models 1 Filler plug 2 Drain plug 3 Oil level 2 5 liter turbo AT models 3 0 liter AT mo...

Page 401: ...the oil level is below the bottom edge of the hole add oil through the filler hole to raise the level CAUTION If the vehicle requires frequent re filling there may be an oil leak If you suspect a prob...

Page 402: ...l is lower than the applicable MIN line add the recom mended fluid as necessary to bring the level between the MIN and MAX line If the fluid level is extreme low it may indicate possible leakage We re...

Page 403: ...ure can cause a dangerous loss of braking performance If the vehicle requires frequent refilling there may be a leak If you suspect a problem we re commend that you have the vehicle checked at your SU...

Page 404: ...improper clutch operation If the vehicle requires frequent refilling there may be a leak If you suspect a problem we re commend that you have the vehicle checked at your SUBARU dealer Never use differ...

Page 405: ...decreases with each depression NOTE For vehicles equipped with the brake assist system when you depress the brake pedal strongly or suddenly the following phenomena occur However even though these occ...

Page 406: ...h pedal free play and reserve distance according to the main tenance schedule Checking clutch function Check the clutch engagement and disen gagement 1 With the engine idling check that there are no a...

Page 407: ...cement the new parts must be broken in as follows Brake pad and lining While maintaining a speed of 50 to 65 km h 30 to 40 mph step on the brake pedal lightly Repeat this five or more times Parking br...

Page 408: ...y driving under dry conditions Summer tires are inadequate for driving on slippery roads such as on snow covered or icy roads If you drive your vehicle on snow covered or icy roads we strongly recomme...

Page 409: ...top and before any long journey Check the tire pressures when the tires are cold Use a pressure gauge to adjust the tire pressures to the values shown on the tire placard The tire placard is located o...

Page 410: ...a trailer 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 t...

Page 411: ...Tread wear indicator Each tire incorporates a tread wear indicator which becomes visible when the depth of the tread grooves decreases to 1 6 mm 0 063 in A tire must be replaced when the tread wear in...

Page 412: ...le s design they cannot be changed arbitrarily The tires fitted as standard equipment are optimally matched to the characteristics of the vehicle and were selected to give the best possible combinatio...

Page 413: ...ers WARNING Use only those wheels that are specified for your vehicle Wheels not meeting specifications could interfere with brake caliper opera tion and may cause the tires to rub against the wheel w...

Page 414: ...Fluid contains 58 5 methyl alcohol and 41 5 surfactant by volume Its freezing tem perature varies according to how much it is diluted as indicated in the following table Washer Fluid Con centration Fr...

Page 415: ...with a neutral detergent or mild abrasive cleaner After cleaning rinse the wind shield or rear window and wiper blades with clean water The windshield or rear window is clean if beads do not form whe...

Page 416: ...in place 5 Lower the windshield wiper arm on the passenger s side slowly while supporting it by hand 6 Next lower the windshield wiper arm on the driver s side slowly while support ing it by hand Win...

Page 417: ...support between the stoppers on the rubber as shown If the rubber is not retained properly the wiper blade may scratch the windshield Rear window wiper blade assembly 1 Raise the wiper arm off the re...

Page 418: ...Align the claws of the plastic support with the grooves in the blade rubber assembly then slide the blade rubber assembly into place Securely retain both ends of the rubber with the stoppers on the p...

Page 419: ...es into your eyes seek medical attention imme diately If battery fluid is accidentally swal lowed immediately drink a large amount of milk or water and seek medical attention immediately Battery fluid...

Page 420: ...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 fuse with one hav ing a high...

Page 421: ...e compartment The spare fuses are stored in the main fuse box cover in the engine compart ment The fuse puller is stored in the main fuse box in the engine compartment If any lights accessories or oth...

Page 422: ...12 in this manual show the circuit for each fuse 4 Take the fuse puller out of the fuse box 5 Pull out the fuse with the fuse puller 6 Inspect the fuse If it has blown replace it with a spare fuse of...

Page 423: ...main fuse must be replaced Use only replacements with the same specified rating as the melted main fuse If a main fuse blows after it is replaced we recommend that you have the electrical system chec...

Page 424: ...Black plate 437 1 Model A2440GE A EDITED 2007 6 15 Replacing bulbs Maintenance and service 11 59 CONTINUED 11...

Page 425: ...HID light 12V 55W H7 3 Front position light 12V 5W W5W 4 Front turn signal light 12V 21W WY21W 5 Map light 12V 8W 6 Dome light 12V 8W 7 Door step light 12V 3W 8 Front fog light Except OUTBACK 12V 51W...

Page 426: ...igh intensity discharge HID bulbs are used for the low beams of the headlights These HID bulbs use an extremely high voltage To avoid the risk of an electric shock and result ing serious injury you sh...

Page 427: ...with alcohol NOTE If headlight aiming is required we recommend that you consult your SUBARU dealer for proper adjustment of the headlight aim It may be difficult to replace the bulbs We recommend that...

Page 428: ...ight hand side Left hand side 2 Use a screwdriver to remove the secured clip of the washer tank To make it easy to access the bulb move the washer tank to the horizontal direction left hand side 3 Dis...

Page 429: ...if necessary Rear combination lights Sedan 1 Use a screwdriver to give the knob at the top of the rear combination light cover a quarter of a turn clockwise or counter clockwise Push the knob at the...

Page 430: ...o the gap between the side cover and rear combination lamp and use it as a lever to undo the three clips in the illustrations shown Undo clips 2 and 3 in the same way then remove the side cover 3 Remo...

Page 431: ...locks 7 Insert the harness into the holder 8 Reinstall the rear combination light assembly by sliding the two pronged part of the combination light assembly securely to each holder of the vehicle sid...

Page 432: ...ight Station wagon 1 Remove the mounting screws using a Phillips screwdriver 2 Remove the lens 3 Pull the bulb out of the socket Install a new bulb 4 Reinstall the lens 5 Tighten the mounting screws D...

Page 433: ...lens by prying the edge of the lens with a flat head screwdriver 2 Turn the bulb until the flat surfaces at its ends are aligned vertically Pull the bulb straight downward to remove it 3 Install a ne...

Page 434: ...Pull the bulb out of the socket Install a new bulb 3 Reinstall the lens Trunk light Sedan 1 Remove the cover by pulling it out 2 Pull the bulb out of the socket Install a new bulb 3 Reinstall the cov...

Page 435: ...12 2 Engine 12 5 Electrical system 12 6 Capacities 12 7 Tires 12 8 Wheel alignment 12 9 Fuses and circuits 12 10 Fuse panel located behind the instrument panel 12 10 Fuse panel located in the engine c...

Page 436: ...stem AWD Transmission type 4AT 5MT 4AT 5MT 5AT 5AT 6MT 5AT 5AT 6MT Overall length 4 665 183 7 Overall width 1 730 68 1 Overall height 1 425 56 1 1 435 56 5 1 425 56 1 1 435 56 5 Wheel base 2 670 105 1...

Page 437: ...length 4 720 185 8 Overall width 1 730 68 1 Overall height 1 470 57 9 1 475 58 1 1 470 57 9 1 475 58 1 Wheel base 2 670 105 1 Tread Front 1 495 58 9 Rear 1 485 58 5 Ground clearance 1 150 5 9 155 6 1...

Page 438: ...n type 4AT D R 5AT Overall length 4 730 186 2 Overall width 1 770 69 7 Overall height 1 545 60 8 Wheel base 2 670 105 1 Tread Front 1 495 58 9 Rear 1 485 58 5 Ground clearance 1 200 7 9 1 Measured wit...

Page 439: ...d liquid cooled 4 cylinder 4 stroke gasoline engine Horizontally opposed liquid cooled 6 cylinder 4 stroke gasoline engine Displacement cc cu in 1 994 121 7 2 457 150 3 000 183 0 Bore 6 Stroke mm in 9...

Page 440: ...H 65D23L 2 5 liter non turbo and 3 0 liter models 12V 52AH 75D23L Other models 2 0 liter and 2 5 liter non turbo models 12V 27AH 34B19L 2 5 liter turbo and 3 0 liter models 12V 48AH 55D23L Alternator...

Page 441: ...tomatic transmission oil 2 0 liter models 8 4 liters 8 9 US qt 7 4 Imp qt 2 5 liter non turbo models 9 3 liters 9 8 US qt 8 2 Imp qt 2 5 liter turbo and 3 0 liter models 9 8 liters 10 3 US qt 8 6 Imp...

Page 442: ...ive vehi cles 2 0 liter and 2 5 liter non turbo models 5MT 6 5 liters 6 9 US qt 5 7 Imp qt 4AT Without ATF cooler and warmer 6 4 liters 6 8 US qt 5 6 Imp qt With ATF cooler and warmer 6 8 liters 7 2 U...

Page 443: ...bo 3 0 liter 2 0 liter 2 5 liter non turbo 2 5 liter turbo 3 0 liter 2 5 liter 3 0 liter 2 0R 2 5i 2 5GT 2 5GT spec B 3 0R 3 0R B 2 0R 2 5i 2 5GT 2 5GT spec B 3 0R 3 0R B 2 5i 3 0R Toe Front 0 3 mm 0...

Page 444: ...ailer hitch connector 2 Empty 3 15A Door locking 4 15A Front wiper deicer relay Sunroof 5 15A Combination meter 6 7 5A Remote control rear view mirrors Seat heater relay Vanity mirror light 7 15A Comb...

Page 445: ...1 7 5A Starter relay 22 15A Air conditioner Rear window defogger relay coil 23 15A Rear wiper Rear window washer 24 15A Audio unit Navigation unit Clock 25 15A SRS airbag system main 26 7 5A Power win...

Page 446: ...nel Fuse rating Circuit 1 30A ABS unit Vehicle dynamics control unit 2 25A Main fan 3 0 liter mod els 3 10A Secondary air combina tion valve 2 0 liter mod els 4 25A Sub fan except 3 0 liter models 5 2...

Page 447: ...Black plate 461 1 Model A2440GE A EDITED 2007 6 15 Fuse panel Fuse rating Circuit 15 15A Turn and hazard warning flasher 16 20A Parking switch 17 7 5A Alternator Specifications 12 13 12...

Page 448: ...with HID light 12V 35W D2S Vehicles without HID light 12V 55W H7 Front position light 12V 5W W5W Front turn signal light 12V 21W WY21W Map light 12V 8W Dome light 12V 8W Door step light 12V 3W Front...

Page 449: ...Back up light Sedan 12V 16W W16W Wagon 12V 21W W21W Cargo area light 12V 13W Brake tail light Wagon 12V 5W 21W W21 5W Licence plate light 12V 5W W5W Back up light Wagon without rear fog light 12V 21W...

Page 450: ...Black plate 464 1 Model A2440GE A EDITED 2007 6 15 12 16 Specifications Vehicle identification...

Page 451: ...urope model 2 Vehicle identification number 3 Year of manufacture label Middle East model 4 Tire inflation pressure label 5 Model number label 6 Built date label left side Australia model 7 ADR compli...

Page 452: ...emissions Europe only 13 3 Declaration of conformity in accordance with radio and telecommunications terminal equipment directive 1999 5 EC 13 4 Transmitter for keyless entry system Left hand drive ve...

Page 453: ...0 liter MT AT MT AT AT Speed limit km h mph 209 130 201 125 219 136 217 135 237 147 Maximum torque N m kgf m lbf ft 196 20 0 145 3 200 227 23 1 167 4 400 297 30 3 219 4 200 Maximum power kW PS HP 110...

Page 454: ...Station wagon 5MT 11 8 6 8 8 6 277 161 203 4AT 11 7 6 6 8 5 277 156 200 2 5 liter Sedan 5MT 11 7 6 7 8 5 277 159 202 4AT 11 9 6 5 8 5 280 154 200 2 5 liter Station wagon except OUTBACK 5MT 11 9 6 7 8...

Page 455: ...el A2440GE A EDITED 2007 6 15 13 4 Supplement Declaration of conformity in accordance with radio and telecommunications terminal equipment directive 1999 5 EC Transmitter for keyless entry system Left...

Page 456: ...Black plate 471 1 Model A2440GE A EDITED 2007 6 15 Transmitter for keyless entry system Right hand drive vehicles Supplement 13 5 CONTINUED 13...

Page 457: ...Black plate 472 1 Model A2440GE A EDITED 2007 6 15 13 6 Supplement Receiver for keyless entry system...

Page 458: ...Black plate 473 1 Model A2440GE A EDITED 2007 6 15 Integrated unit car immobilizer Supplement 13 7 CONTINUED 13...

Page 459: ...el A2440GE A EDITED 2007 6 15 13 8 Supplement Immobilizer Hereby Fuji heavy Industries Ltd declares that this SSPIMB01 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of...

Page 460: ...A2440GE A EDITED 2007 6 15 LF Oscillator Hereby Fuji heavy Industries Ltd declares that this SSPLF01 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5...

Page 461: ...Black plate 27 1 Model A2440GE A EDITED 2007 6 15 Index 14...

Page 462: ...matic climate control system 4 5 Automatic transmission 4 speed 7 25 5 speed 7 31 Capacities 12 7 Fluid 11 32 Manual mode 7 28 7 34 Selector lever 7 26 7 32 Shift lock release 7 30 7 37 SPORT 7 30 Tem...

Page 463: ...36 Child safety 5 Locks 2 32 Chime Key 3 4 Seatbelt 1 15 3 30 Cleaning Aluminum wheels 10 3 Interior 10 5 Ventilation grille 4 11 Climate control system Automatic 4 5 Clock 3 45 Clutch Fluid 11 39 Ped...

Page 464: ...oolant 11 24 Exhaust gas Carbon monoxide 6 8 2 Hood 11 12 Ignition button 3 5 Oil 11 18 Overheating 9 12 Exterior care 10 2 F Flat tires 9 4 Fluid level Automatic transmission 11 32 11 32 Brake 11 38...

Page 465: ...ont fog 3 45 Headlight 3 45 High beam 3 44 Immobilizer 3 43 LO position Dual range MT vehicles 3 44 Rear fog 3 45 Rear seatbelt Australia models 3 43 Selector lever position 3 44 Shift up 3 44 SPORT m...

Page 466: ...r support 1 9 M Main fuse 11 58 Maintenance Precautions 11 10 Schedule 11 3 Seatbelt 1 23 Tools 9 20 Malfunction indicator lamp Check Engine light 3 32 Manual Mode 7 28 7 34 Seat 1 3 Transmission oil...

Page 467: ...4 Rear fog light 3 56 Rear seat Folding down 1 10 Rear window Defogger button 3 61 Wiper and washer switch 3 60 Wiper blades 11 52 Recommended Automatic transmission fluid 11 33 Brake fluid 11 38 Clut...

Page 468: ...ook 6 15 Shoulder pretensioners 1 24 SI DRIVE mode 7 38 Snow tires 8 10 Snowy and icy roads 8 9 Spark plugs 11 30 Specifications 12 2 Speed limit maximum torque and maximum power at rpm Middle East mo...

Page 469: ...light 11 69 Turn signal Indicator lights 3 44 Lever 3 51 U Under floor storage compartment 6 17 V Vanity mirror 6 4 6 4 Vehicle Identification 12 16 Symbols 2 Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator l...

Page 470: ...shing 10 3 Wear indicators 11 46 Wheel Alignment 12 9 Aluminum 11 48 Balance 11 45 Replacement 11 48 Windows 2 32 Windshield Washer fluid 11 49 Wiper and washer switches 3 58 Wiper blades 11 51 Wiper...

Page 471: ...only unleaded gasoline with 90 Octane or higher Research octane number Turbo models Use only unleaded gasoline with 95 Octane or higher Research octane number Fuel capacity 64 liters 16 9 US gal 14 1...

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