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WELCOME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
OWNER’S RESOURCES. . . . . . . 5
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY . . . . . 6
TOWING YOUR ALL-WHEEL
DRIVE SUBARU . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

ENTRY AND EXIT

KEYLESS ENTRY . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
KEYLESS ACCESS WITH PUSH
BUTTON START . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
POWER REAR GATE (PRG) . . . . 12

INSTRUMENT PANEL

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GETTING COMFORTABLE

SEATING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
TILT AND TELESCOPIC STEERING
COLUMN. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
POWER EXTERIOR MIRRORS . . 21
REAR VIEW MIRROR . . . . . . . . . 23
POWER WINDOWS . . . . . . . . . . 24
CENTER CONSOLE STORAGE . . 25
POWER MOONROOF . . . . . . . . 25
CLIMATE CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . 26
ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS . . 34

CONTROLS

INSTRUMENT PANEL SWITCHES
(LOWER LEFT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

AUDIO CONTROLS. . . . . . . . . . . 35
ADVANCED ADAPTIVE CRUISE
CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
I SWITCH. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
LIGHT CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . 37
TURN SIGNALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
WINDSHIELD WIPERS . . . . . . . . 38
REAR WINDOW WIPER . . . . . . . 39
OVERHEAD CONSOLE . . . . . . . . 40

GAUGES AND WARNING LIGHTS

COMBINATION METER . . . . . . . 41
WARNING AND INDICATOR
LIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

OPERATING THE VEHICLE

IGNITION SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . 42
PUSH-BUTTON IGNITION
SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
STARTING THE VEHICLE . . . . . . 42
DRIVING THE VEHICLE . . . . . . . 43
AUTO START–STOP . . . . . . . . . . 44
ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE
(EPB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
X-MODE

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

TURNING OFF THE VEHICLE . . . 49

REFUELING

FUEL FILLER LID . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
FUEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
FUEL CAPACITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Summary of Contents for Outback 2021

Page 1: ...Getting Started Guide Outback Love It s what makes Subaru Subaru Subaru of America Inc One Subaru Drive Camden NJ 08103 9800 MSA5B2104A Issued August 2020 Printed in USA 08 20 2021...

Page 2: ...k of HARMAN International Industries Incorporated Harman Kardon is a registered trademark of Harman International Industries Incorporated Quantum logic is a trademark of Harman International Industrie...

Page 3: ...OONROOF 25 CLIMATE CONTROL 26 ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS 34 CONTROLS INSTRUMENT PANEL SWITCHES LOWER LEFT 35 AUDIO CONTROLS 35 ADVANCED ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL 36 I SWITCH 36 LIGHT CONTROLS 37 TURN SIGNALS...

Page 4: ...A PROFILE 76 MULTIMEDIA RADIO 80 MEDIA 82 PHONE PAIRING A PHONE 83 MAKING A CALL 84 RECEIVING A CALL 85 TEXT MESSAGES 86 APPS SUBARU STARLINK IN VEHICLE APPS 87 SUBARU STARLINK MOBILE APP 88 MYSUBARU...

Page 5: ...RING SYSTEM OFF 119 CARE AND LIMITATIONS STEREO CAMERA PRECAUTIONS 120 WINDSHIELD GLASS AND DASHBOARD 120 FRONT VIEW OUTBACK 121 EYESIGHT DISCLAIMER EYESIGHT DISCLAIMER 122 HOW TO APPENDIX HOW TO OVER...

Page 6: ...c operation and key features of your Subaru as well as the STARLINK and EyeSight systems in your vehicle IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION The Getting Started Guide is not intended as a substitute for the...

Page 7: ...ide or to learn more you can get more information from the following sources Your Subaru Owner s Manuals Located in the glovebox Online Subaru Owner s Resources www subaru com owners Subaru Customer S...

Page 8: ...0 mile Subaru Limited Warranty whichever comes first See your retailer for details and refer to the Roadside Assistance guide in the owner s information kit for the details on this coverage A Subaru R...

Page 9: ...u Symmetrical All Wheel Drive distributes power to all four wheels improper towing may damage your AWD system The best way to tow your Outback is with a flatbed truck by your Subaru retailer or a comm...

Page 10: ...Press the unlock disarm button once to unlock the driver s door and fuel door To unlock all the doors and the rear gate briefly press the button twice Two chirps sound and the hazard warning lights f...

Page 11: ...ocks the doors through the STARLINK Touchscreen select Settings then Car The available settings are listed in the table below AVAILABLE SETTINGS AUTO DOOR LOCK Vehicle Speed 12 mph Shift into or out o...

Page 12: ...ings then Car Unlocking Using Door Handles Grip the driver s door handle to unlock the driver s door or all doors depending on the setting Grip the front passenger s door handle to unlock all doors an...

Page 13: ...nding on the setting Two chirps sound and the hazard warning lights flash twice Locking Using the Rear Gate Close all the doors and the rear gate and press the rear lock button All doors and the rear...

Page 14: ...twice Stopping the Power Rear Gate If you briefly press the Power Rear Gate Button while the rear gate is opening it will stop Press and briefly hold the button again to close the rear gate Closing t...

Page 15: ...u briefly press the Power Rear Gate Close Button on the inside edge of the rear gate while the gate is opening it will stop Press the button again to close the rear gate Closing the Power Rear Gate To...

Page 16: ...Subaru emblem you can open the rear gate without even touching your Outback The Hands free function operates when the ignition is OFF and you are carrying the access key fob To open the Power Rear Ga...

Page 17: ...may be helpful to turn this function off when washing your Outback or attaching a trailer or carrier The Power Rear Gate also comes equipped with a memory height function allowing you to set the where...

Page 18: ...1 Power Windows p 24 2 Power Exterior Mirrors p 21 3 Instrument Panel Switches p 35 4 I Switch p 36 5 Audio Controls p 35 6 Light Controls p 37 7 Combination Meter p 41 INSTRUMENT PANEL 16...

Page 19: ...8 Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control p 36 9 Center Information Display CID p 66 10 Windshield Wipers p 38 11 SUBARU STARLINK Multimedia Touchscreen p 65 12 CVT Select Lever p 43 INSTRUMENT PANEL 17...

Page 20: ...lever and make sure the seat is locked into place 2 Seat Height Driver s Seat Pulling up or pushing down on the lever will raise or lower the seat cushion 3 Recline Seatback Pull the lever up to adju...

Page 21: ...e front of the switch will adjust the angle of the seat cushion 2 Recline Seatback Moving the top of the switch forward or backward will adjust the angle of the seatback 3 Lumbar Support Pressing the...

Page 22: ...forward You will hear a click when the restraint locks in place Pulling the head restraint as far forward as it will go allows it to return to the fully upright position Seatbelt Adjuster To keep your...

Page 23: ...teering wheel Push the lever firmly back up to lock the steering column in place POWER EXTERIOR MIRRORS The power mirror knob works with the ignition in the ON or ACC position Turn the knob to L left...

Page 24: ...switch works with the ignition in the ON or ACC positions or for about 45 seconds after shutting off the vehicle NOTE Always ensure the mirrors are unfolded before driving If equipped the power foldi...

Page 25: ...lever out of the R position This setting can also be turned on or off in Door Mirror Setting in the Center Information Display REAR VIEW MIRROR Auto dimming Mirror if equipped The auto dimming functi...

Page 26: ...helpful how to video NOTE HomeLink 5 may not be compatible with some older door openers or additional equipment may be required POWER WINDOWS To open or close a window partially press down or pull up...

Page 27: ...of in the fully closed position push up briefly hold and release the moonroof switch to tilt the moonroof Slide forward briefly hold and release the switch to lay the moonroof back down Opening Closin...

Page 28: ...o the 11 6 inch display 1 Climate Control On Off Button 2 Climate Control Mode Indicator 3 Set Temperature Indicator 4 Customizable Icon 5 Fan Speed Indicator Select the Climate Control Mode Indicator...

Page 29: ...on to increase the temperature or blue arrow down button to decrease the temperature The temperature will appear on the screen You can adjust separate temperature settings for the driver s side and pa...

Page 30: ...can also select the Climate Control Button to open the climate control window to adjust fan speed The fan speed can be adjusted from 1 to 7 8 MAX A C Button Press this button for quickest cooling 9 Au...

Page 31: ...lets than bi level Bi Level Instrument panel outlets and foot outlets Feet Foot outlets both side outlets of the instrument panel and some through windshield defroster outlets Feet Defrost Windshield...

Page 32: ...s seat Each time you press the button the mode will change as follows High Mid Low Off Yellow indicators will illuminate indicating the level 14 Driver Vented Seat Button Select this button to turn on...

Page 33: ...ue indicators will illuminate indicating the level Auto Mode When using automatic mode the fan speed airflow distribution air inlet control and air conditioning compressor are controlled automatically...

Page 34: ...hange as follows High Mid Low Off Yellow indicators will illuminate indicating the level Ventilated Seats if equipped Select the driver passenger climate button then select the ventilated seat button...

Page 35: ...the heated steering wheel switch with the ignition in ON or ACC The indicator light on the switch will illuminate To deactivate pull the switch again The heater will stay on for approximately 30 minu...

Page 36: ...uipped on the center console in the rear seat area You can connect a variety of USB equipped devices to the front ports such as portable music players or smartphones to enjoy your favorite music throu...

Page 37: ...r Rear Gate p 12 2 Illumination Brightness p 37 3 Hands free Power Rear Gate OFF p 14 For more information please refer to your Owner s Manual AUDIO CONTROLS 1 Presets Skip 2 Volume 3 Source 4 Voice R...

Page 38: ...ou to cycle through useful driving information in the Combination Meter Display CMD such as fuel consumption driving time speed and tire pressure among others You can change the information displayed...

Page 39: ...o the AUTO position pushing the lever forward also activates the High Beam Assist HBA system Pull the lever back to center to return to low beam 5 Fog Lights If equipped rotate the dial to turn on the...

Page 40: ...push slightly up and release to signal a right lane change or push slightly down and release to signal a left lane change WINDSHIELD WIPERS To turn on the wipers press the wiper control lever down on...

Page 41: ...ove the select lever out of R Rotate the dial up from the continuous operation position or down from the OFF position to spray washer fluid The washer will spray until you release the dial then return...

Page 42: ...cancel the call For more information please refer to page 92 or the SUBARU STARLINK Safety and Security Owner s Manual 3 Automatic Illumination When the switch is in the DOOR position the map lights...

Page 43: ...DICATOR LIGHTS Red lights indicate immediate attention is required Some examples are Seatbelt warning Door open Brake system Yellow lights indicate caution Some examples are Low fuel Engine oil level...

Page 44: ...to the radio and accessory power outlets Orange indicator illuminates ON All electrical systems are available Orange indicator illuminates OFF Power off and indicator off STARTING THE VEHICLE Without...

Page 45: ...eft from the D position into the M position to select manual mode The gear position indicator in the Combination Meter Display CMD shows the currently selected gear Arrow shaped indicators show when u...

Page 46: ...umption exhaust emissions and undesired idling noise Auto Start Stop System ON OFF The Auto Start Stop system can be turned on and off in the Center Information Display CID by using the Auto Start Sto...

Page 47: ...or pedal If the engine is temporarily stopped by the system the Auto Start Stop indicator light on the combination meter will illuminate in green This indicator light will turn off when the system res...

Page 48: ...and this light will illuminate The light goes out once the brake pedal is released Solid Yellow This light indicates that the system has been turned off The light will turn off once the system is tur...

Page 49: ...te in the combination meter While your Subaru is being held by this function the operation indicator in the combination meter will illuminate The function is canceled when you depress the accelerator...

Page 50: ...es 25 mph while X MODE is active the system is cancelled Activating X MODE X MODE can be quickly turned on or off in the Information Bar Use the arrow button to navigate to X MODE and select the setti...

Page 51: ...es HDC is automatically engaged with X MODE and functions with the select lever in the D or R position TURNING OFF THE VEHICLE Without Push button Ignition To stop the engine 1 Stop your Subaru comple...

Page 52: ...holder inside the lid After refueling put the cap back on and turn it clockwise until you hear a clicking noise Be certain not to catch the tether under the cap while tightening To close the lid pres...

Page 53: ...To return the seatback to its original position raise the seatback until it locks into place You will no longer be able to see the red when the seat is locked Release latches are located on either si...

Page 54: ...CHILD SAFETY LOCKS The child safety locks are located on the inside edges of the rear doors In the locked position the rear doors can only be opened from the outside PASSENGER CARGO AREAS 52...

Page 55: ...system instructions from the device manufacturer as well as the installation instructions in your Owner s Manual to properly install the LATCH compatible restraint system Use the appropriate seatbelts...

Page 56: ...ou audibly and with a Reminder Look in Rear Seat message in the Combination Meter Display CMD The system operates only one time with each ignition cycle and opening and closing of a rear side door You...

Page 57: ...dditional cargo Hold the cover by the handle in the center tilt it up and pull it out to extend the cover Then insert the stoppers into the catches To lift the cover to access cargo pull down the hand...

Page 58: ...e jack and other maintenance tools are stored in the tool bucket on top of the spare tire Remove the tools to access the spare tire For more information please refer to your Owner s Manual PASSENGER C...

Page 59: ...HOOD PROP The hood prop is located on the left underside of the hood Release it from the retainer and insert the end into the slot marked with an arrow ENGINE COMPARTMENT 57...

Page 60: ...indshield Washer Tank 5 Engine Oil Filler Cap 6 Radiator Cap 7 Engine Coolant Reservoir 8 Engine Oil Filter 9 Engine Oil Dipstick 10 Air Cleaner Element Please refer to the Warranty and Maintenance Bo...

Page 61: ...4 Windshield Washer Tank 5 Engine Oil Filler Cap 6 Radiator Cap 7 Engine Coolant Reservoir 8 Engine Oil Filter 9 Engine Oil Dipstick 10 Air Cleaner Element Please refer to the Warranty and Maintenance...

Page 62: ...NGINE OIL Use 0W 20 synthetic with one of the following specifications API classification SN or SN PLUS with the words RESOURCE CONSERVING ILSAC GF 5 which can be identified with the ILSAC certificati...

Page 63: ...ng a trailer it may be necessary to select BSD RCTA to deactivate the system The system may not operate as expected due to obstruction of the radar waves For details about how to turn BSD RCTA off ref...

Page 64: ...STEM TPMS Your Subaru has a Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Individual tire pressure can be found in the Combination Meter Display Use the i switch arrows to display the TPMS screen TPMS Screen A...

Page 65: ...Tire pressure specification is listed on the tire specification placard located on the driver s side door pillar Tire Specification Placard ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS 63...

Page 66: ...hanged from kPa to PSi by using the Touchscreen 1 Start by selecting the Home button 2 Select Settings 3 Select General 4 Select Tire Pressure Units 5 Select your desired setting either PSi or kPa ADD...

Page 67: ...w subaru com customer support or contact your Subaru Retailer Refer to page 5 for details on these resources Compatible smartphone and application required For applications to operate latest version o...

Page 68: ...Home Screen The main part of the display where maps phone features Apps and car information is accessed 4 Home Buttons Provide shortcuts to frequently used screens Car Settings icon Allows you to adj...

Page 69: ...channels 3 Car Settings Press to display the Car Settings menu 4 Auto Start Stop Press to activate or deactivate Auto Start Stop 5 Home Press to return to the Home screen 6 Driver Profile Press to di...

Page 70: ...fingers Reducing the scale of the map screen Drag Touch and drag your finger on the screen to move the screen to the desired position Scrolling the lists Scrolling the map screen Swipe Quickly move th...

Page 71: ...ce Press the source button to change the audio sources between radio modes and media modes 4 Voice Recognition Press to initiate the built in voice recognition system If you have an Android or Apple d...

Page 72: ...erence Some causes for voice command interference are The command is spoken too quickly or at a low or high volume The command is incorrect or unclear The window is open the climate control system is...

Page 73: ...umber Switches to the preset channel Preset 3 Satellite Channel Name Channel Number Switches to satellite channel number Satellite Channel Prime Country 55 Set Fan Speed to 1 7 2 Sets the fan speed to...

Page 74: ...functions and a brief description of each function can be viewed in the Advanced Package screen and vehicle maintenance intervals in the Maintenance screen SUBARU STARLINK Wireless pairing and hands f...

Page 75: ...o rearrange icons 1 Select and hold the shortcut icon you want to move until Edit Mode is displayed at the top of the screen 2 Drag the icon to the desired position and release 3 To delete an icon dra...

Page 76: ...ions to the Home screen when the Home Screen Shortcut function is turned on To turn on the Home Screen Shortcut function go to Settings then the General menu To add icons press the Home button 1 Selec...

Page 77: ...3 Select the desired shortcut function 4 Check that the shortcut icon is displayed on the Home screen STARLINK HOME 75...

Page 78: ...d just pairing a phone The profile records and remembers station presets sound preferences phone favorites screen icons and placement HOW TO CREATE A PROFILE To create a driver profile 1 On the Home s...

Page 79: ...3 Select a language and then select Next 4 Select Driver s Name 3 3 4 CREATING A DRIVER PROFILE 77...

Page 80: ...Next and select Next on the following screen to go to phone pairing 6 Select Add Phone to pair your phone to the system see page 130 and 133 in the How To Appendix or select your phone if it is alread...

Page 81: ...o retrieve a driver profile The system may automatically retrieve the profile once you are in your Subaru with the multimedia system on and your phone s Bluetooth active You can also manually retrieve...

Page 82: ...iver which allows it to receive digital broadcasts where available in addition to the analog broadcasts it already receives Digital broadcasts have better sound quality than analog broadcasts as digit...

Page 83: ...cessary to continue service For more information or to subscribe visit www siriusxm com Setting Presets You can preset 18 stations Presets can be set for SiriusXM FM or AM stations allowing you to swi...

Page 84: ...r on the Home Screen select Media then select CD Depending on the CD format the Touchscreen may show the CD album artwork USB iPod The USB connection is below the Center Information Display CID in fro...

Page 85: ...d incoming text messages as well as reply via voice recognition It remembers your driver profile when your phone pairs via Bluetooth For instructions on how to pair your phone to the Touchscreen see p...

Page 86: ...e a call from the Touchscreen start by pushing the Home button and then select Phone After the phone screen displays select the method you would like to use to make a call Recent Allows you to call so...

Page 87: ...LL To receive a call press the Talk switch on the steering wheel or the Accept button on the Touchscreen To reject a call press the End switch on the steering wheel or the Decline button on the Touchs...

Page 88: ...ge screen pops up with sound and is ready to be retrieved using the Touchscreen Select Play to listen to the message You can also select the Reply button to reply to the sender using a generated messa...

Page 89: ...connecting your Android device to the system Supported applications can also be run For more information please refer to page 136 For details on the services or the operations visit the Android Auto s...

Page 90: ...e SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service is necessary following a free trial SUBARU STARLINK MOBILE APP There are several key applications that can be loaded to your phone and used while in your Subaru to h...

Page 91: ...arn about each park s history and highlights eBird Exclusive to Subaru vehicles the eBird app tells you what birds are being seen near you in real time Based on a database of millions of bird sighting...

Page 92: ...U STARLINK Safety and Security features must have an active SUBARU STARLINK subscription Get help from 24 hour roadside assistance 24 hour roadside is included in standard 3 year warranty and after 3...

Page 93: ...journeys With your integrated navigation system you can find destinations by address or search by points of interest as well as save destinations in the system as favorites You can also customize rou...

Page 94: ...ARU STARLINK experience includes in vehicle call center support maintenance and diagnostic alerts as well as remote services that keep you connected to your Subaru vehicle Located in the overhead cons...

Page 95: ...UBARU STARLINK and access remote services a MySubaru account is required MySubaru is the Subaru owner website that allows you to access vehicle remote services user preferences diagnostic alerts and o...

Page 96: ...hrough AT T with monthly per gigabyte and unlimited data options available Existing AT T customers have the option to add an additional line to their AT T Mobile Share plan Available on select models...

Page 97: ...orming Software Updates Software updates provide enhancements to the system such as new features added security and upgraded functions You can ask your preferred Subaru retailer to check for and perfo...

Page 98: ...ncrease the volume of 1 group of sounds while decreasing the volume of another Vocal Image Control Extracts only vocal sound from whole sound and adjusts volume balance off vocals only Sound Restorer...

Page 99: ...voice recognition prompts volume PHONE This system supports Bluetooth a wireless data system allowing you to make and receive calls without taking your hands off the steering wheel In the settings me...

Page 100: ...new route Avoid Sets avoidance criteria for the route calculation Traffic Warning Tone Sets the traffic alert sound to on or off Map Update Sets the updating of the map data Checking for Map Updates...

Page 101: ...ng to www subaru maps com CLOCK Clock settings can be adjusted when the ignition is in the ON position You can adjust the clock manually or set the clock to adjust automatically on the clock setting s...

Page 102: ...ngers take Working together these systems provide enhanced awareness safety and convenience in front to the sides and behind your Subaru Subaru Driver Assist Technologies include EyeSight Driver Assis...

Page 103: ...important that the cameras windshield and area in front of the cameras are treated with special care Please refer to Care and Limitations on page 120 for more details FUNCTIONS The EyeSight system fe...

Page 104: ...gh force is applied it can assist by applying additional pressure to the braking system to decrease stopping distance This system can be turned on or off in the Center information Display CID see page...

Page 105: ...n turn this system on or off in the Center Information Display CID see page 110 Lane Sway Warning This function detects repetitive or unusual side to side vehicle movement within a lane of travel that...

Page 106: ...ing graphics on the CMD will indicate that right and or left lane markings have been successfully identified by the EyeSight camera If your Subaru is about to depart the driving lane the system can as...

Page 107: ...e Adaptive Cruise Control On Off button on the right side of the steering wheel see page 107 Once the system is turned on a white Adaptive Cruise Control icon will be displayed on the Combination Mete...

Page 108: ...lose to the center of the lane Conventional Cruise Control Conventional Cruise Control maintains a constant traveling speed you set but it does not adapt to the other vehicles in front of you To activ...

Page 109: ...ve Cruise Control on or off 2 Lane Centering Press to turn on or off Lane Centering when Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control is active 3 Increase Distance Press to increase the following distance setting...

Page 110: ...cceleration Characteristics can be adjusted in the Center Information Display CID To Access the settings select the Car Settings icon then in the Vehicle Control menu select Cruise Control Acceleratio...

Page 111: ...he vehicle has left its lane flashes and the side that has not left its lane illuminates Flashing alternately Lane Sway Warning is operating Flashing simultaneously Steering wheel operation is not be...

Page 112: ...F indicator will be illuminated in the Combination Meter It may be helpful to turn these functions off when lane markings on the road are inconsistent Pre Collision Braking OFF Select the Car Settings...

Page 113: ...tance markers and dynamic guidelines that move as the steering wheel is turned Rear vision Camera Washer To help keep your vision clear your Subaru comes equipped with a Rear vision Camera Washer The...

Page 114: ...speed becomes 12 5 mph or more or 3 minutes have passed since the last operation BLIND SPOT DETECTION BSD REAR CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT RCTA if equipped This system uses radar sensors mounted behind the r...

Page 115: ...Combination Meter Display CMD HIGH BEAM ASSIST HBA This function uses the EyeSight cameras to automatically switch the headlights between high and low beam settings when an oncoming vehicle is detecte...

Page 116: ...oser to the rear of your vehicle audible beeps provide additional awareness in three progressive levels If RAB determines that a collision with an object is possible the system can automatically apply...

Page 117: ...ed convenience DriverFocus can also recognize up to five drivers and remember their preferences such as seat position climate settings and outside mirror positions For more information please refer to...

Page 118: ...signals visual alerts and reminders in the event you become drowsy or distracted DriverFocus status is also displayed in the CMD The Status Icons Chart below explains the status icons CMD Status Icon...

Page 119: ...y becoming a registered driver Preferences such as seat and side mirror memory settings as well as some features in the Center Information Display CID and climate control are uniquely linked to you Re...

Page 120: ...not automatically recognize a registered driver you can repeat the facial scan by selecting Settings then selecting the Car menu Select Driver Monitoring System then Repeat Facial Scan Deleting a Dri...

Page 121: ...splay CID is used to turn the DriverFocus system off or on and to customize settings From the Home Screen select Settings Car and then Driver Monitoring System to turn the system on or off and adjust...

Page 122: ...truct the stereo cameras field of vision See Prohibited Area on page 121 Adjust the rearview mirror so it does not obstruct the stereo cameras field of vision Do not install any interior rearview mirr...

Page 123: ...OUTBACK A 12 99 in 330 mm C 10 91 in 277 mm B 4 8 in 122 mm D Prohibited area in gray FRONT VIEW 121...

Page 124: ...when the lane markings are visible and system effectiveness depends on many factors Blind Spot Detection Lane Change Assist and Rear Cross Traffic Alert are systems designed to assist the driver by m...

Page 125: ...port 1 800 782 2783 1 800 SUBARU3 SETTING THE CLOCK Clock settings can be adjusted when the ignition is in the ON position You can adjust the clock manually or set the clock to adjust automatically in...

Page 126: ...lay in the Status Bar 2 Select Time Setting NOTE On this screen you can also adjust the clock format 12H or 24H and for vehicles with navigation adjust the time zone and Daylight Saving Time The recom...

Page 127: ...3 Select Manual 4 Adjust the time and date using the Arrow Up and Arrow Down buttons 5 Once you are finished select OK 3 5 HOW TO APPENDIX 125...

Page 128: ...Display in the Status Bar 2 Select Time Setting NOTE On this screen you can also adjust the clock format 12H or 24H and for vehicles with navigation adjust the time zone and Daylight Saving Time The...

Page 129: ...11 6 inch display without navigation system Automatically adjusts the clock when a STARLINK Safety and Security signal is available Dual 7 0 inch display Automatically adjusts the clock when a phone...

Page 130: ...the rear gate from contacting a garage ceiling To set the height 1 In the Center Information Display CID press the Home Button 2 Select Settings 3 Select Car 4 Select Power Rear Gate 5 Turn on Power R...

Page 131: ...MEMORY DRIVER S SEAT if equipped You can set a seat position and retrieve it using the buttons on the driver s door or the access key fob To set a seat position with a button 1 Make sure the select le...

Page 132: ...ss key fob A chirp sounds when the position is registered To retrieve the seat position set with the access key fob 1 Hold the access key fob 2 Unlock and open the driver s door BLUETOOTH PAIRING Pair...

Page 133: ...hat name it is so you can find it on your phone 4 On your Android device go to Settings it can be found under apps 5 Next select Connected Devices or Connections 6 Now select Bluetooth This will show...

Page 134: ...ry in the Allow Access to Messages popup box 8 Select Yes to transfer your contacts 9 If you cannot access your phonebook or messages go back to your phone s Bluetooth settings and select the gear ico...

Page 135: ...connected it will ask you Do you want to add a device Select Yes If a device has already been paired select Add Device 3 When this screen is displayed it is in pairing mode Note the Device Name it wi...

Page 136: ...5 Select Bluetooth 6 Now select Subaru or the device name from step 3 if not Subaru HOW TO APPENDIX 134...

Page 137: ...tacts 9 On your iOS Apple device Subaru should now be listed under Bluetooth Settings Select the blue i next to the device name Then ensure Show Notifications and Sync Contacts are enabled 10 Your iOS...

Page 138: ...droid phone into the USB port of the vehicle using a quality OEM cable Following the prompts on your phone select Accept Continue or Allow as needed to complete the setup 2 Once setup is complete sele...

Page 139: ...m phones APPLE CARPLAY Cables Apple CarPlay requires compatible iPhones to be connected via your Subaru s USB port Cables must be an 8 Pin Lightning MFi Certified cable made for iPod iPhone Look for t...

Page 140: ...icle screen This will bring you to the home page of your phone in Apple CarPlay Ensure the iOS Apple phone is fully up to date Also ensure all apps that work on Apple CarPlay are up to date Apple CarP...

Page 141: ...I Connecting to a Wi Fi Network 1 On the Home Screen select Settings 2 In the General settings menu select Wi Fi 3 Make sure that Wi Fi is enabled then select Available Wi Fi Networks HOW TO APPENDIX...

Page 142: ...e Share plan Available on select models Shortly after you take delivery of your new Subaru you will receive an email from AT T for a one month free trial and how to activate your free trial To set up...

Page 143: ...SUBARU STARLINK Wi Fi Hotspot homepage loads follow the on screen instructions to create a new account or to add your vehicle to an already existing AT T Wireless account You can also subscribe to th...

Page 144: ...MAPS if equipped Creating Home Work You can create a home address and work address through the Map screen 1 Select the Map button from the Home screen 2 Select Menu HOW TO APPENDIX 142...

Page 145: ...3 Select Favorites 4 Select Add Home or Add Work HOW TO APPENDIX 143...

Page 146: ...5 Select Search 6 Type in the address As you type suggestions will display Once your address is displayed select your address HOW TO APPENDIX 144...

Page 147: ...7 Select the Work or Home icon to save as work or home HOW TO APPENDIX 145...

Page 148: ...Finding a Destination By Address To search by address 1 Start by pushing the Map button to display the map screen 2 Select Menu HOW TO APPENDIX 146...

Page 149: ...er is set the search will only be performed for items within the chosen option Whole Map Near Me In Town or City Along Route Near Destination or Latitude Longitude You may need to change the setting i...

Page 150: ...rch by using the Search Radius Filter feature or add stopping points called Way Points along your route 7 Select Let s Go to start navigating to the address You will see fuel stations rest stops hotel...

Page 151: ...You can search by Points Of Interest POI using the search function or with the Points Of Interest button To search by Points Of Interest POI 1 Push the Map button to display the map screen 2 Then sel...

Page 152: ...a general category e g restaurant or park Results will be listed below Scroll if needed to find a destination Select the desired item from the list then select GO 6 If preferred you can instead browse...

Page 153: ...7 Select Let s Go to start navigating to the address You will see fuel stations rest stops hotels etc on the right side of the screen HOW TO APPENDIX 151...

Page 154: ...te Options You can set the navigation system to avoid certain types of routes 1 From the Home screen select Settings then Navigation 2 Select Avoid 3 Select the desired item to avoid HOW TO APPENDIX 1...

Page 155: ...hortest fastest or most economic route or to avoid freeways To do this 1 From the Home screen select Settings 2 Select Navigation 3 Select Route Preference 4 Select the preference you would like to us...

Page 156: ...Saving Destination as a Favorite The registered points can be set as a destination To save a location from the Map screen 1 Select Menu 2 Select Favorites HOW TO APPENDIX 154...

Page 157: ...3 Select Add 4 Select Search HOW TO APPENDIX 155...

Page 158: ...u want to save select the address when it appears on the screen 6 Select the icon on the address to save to favorites You can rename the location or use the address as the location name Select OK when...

Page 159: ...on Keep left right at the fork in the road Roundabout Turn left right sharp curve You have arrived at your destination Stay in the left right lane You have arrived at your waypoint Map Zoom Once on th...

Page 160: ...con is touched the view will change The direction of the arrow indicates north when in 2D heading up and 3D heading up modes Traffic Information Road sections affected by traffic conditions are displa...

Page 161: ...em from the list and then select GO to navigate to the closest selected place Arrival Distance Time Displays the distance to the destination and or the estimated arrival time at the destination This i...

Page 162: ...e in the STARLINK Owner s Manual To update your maps automatically over Wi Fi follow this process 1 First make sure you are connected to a Wi Fi Network see page 139 return to Settings and then select...

Page 163: ...2 Display the general setting screen by pressing the Home button then select Settings and finally General 3 Select Software Update select Update and then select Check for Updates If Automatically Chec...

Page 164: ...6 11 6 Inch Automatic Climate Control 27 Dual 7 Inch Automatic Climate Control 26 Heated Seats 32 Heated Steering Wheel 33 Rear Heated Seats 33 Remote Engine Start with Climate Control 33 Ventilated S...

Page 165: ...UMENT PANEL SWITCHES LOWER LEFT 35 I SWITCH 36 K KEYLESS ACCESS WITH PUSH BUTTON START 10 Locking Using Door Handles 10 Locking Using the Rear Gate 11 Unlocking Using Door Handles 10 Unlocking Using t...

Page 166: ...e Button 12 Power Rear Gate Lock 14 POWER WINDOWS 24 PUSH BUTTON IGNITION SWITCH 42 R RADIO 80 AM FM Radio 80 Satellite Radio 81 Setting Presets 81 REARRANGING ICONS 73 REAR SEAT REMINDER 54 Passenger...

Page 167: ...NK WI FI HOTSPOT 94 T TEXT MESSAGES 86 TILT AND TELESCOPIC STEERING COLUMN 21 TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM TPMS 62 TOUCHSCREEN 68 TOWING YOUR ALL WHEEL DRIVE SUBARU 7 TRAILER TOWING CAPACITY 61 TUR...

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Page 172: ...Getting Started Guide Outback Love It s what makes Subaru Subaru Subaru of America Inc One Subaru Drive Camden NJ 08103 9800 MSA5B2104A Issued November 2020 Printed in USA 11 20 2021...

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