Foreword Congratulations on choosing a SUBARU vehicle. This Owner’s Manual has all the information necessary to keep your SUBARU in excellent condition and to properly maintain the emission control system for minimizing emission pollutants. We urge you to read this manual carefully so that you may understand your vehicle and its operation.
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1 Warranties Warranties for U.S.A. All SUBARU vehicles distributed by Subaru of America, Inc. and sold at retail by an authorized SUBARU dealer in the United States come with the following warranties: y SUBARU Limited Warranty y Emission Control Systems Warranty y Emissions Performance Warranty All warranty information, including details of coverage and exclusions, is in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. Please read these warranties carefully.
2 the climate control. Chapter 5: Audio This chapter informs you how to operate your audio system. Chapter 6: Interior equipment This chapter informs you how to operate interior equipment. Chapter 7: Starting and operating This chapter informs you how to start and operate your SUBARU. Chapter 8: Driving tips This chapter informs you how to drive your SUBARU in various conditions and explains some safety tips on driving.
3 Vehicle symbols Mark There are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
4 Mark Name Rear gate (Transmitter) Safety precautions when driving Seatbelt and SRS airbag y All persons in the vehicle should fasten their seatbelts BEFORE the vehicle starts to move. Otherwise, the possibility of serious injury becomes greater in the event of a sudden stop or accident. y To obtain maximum protection in the event of an accident, the driver and all passengers in the vehicle should always wear seatbelts when the vehicle is moving.
5 Child safety y Never hold a child on your lap or in your arms while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision, because the child will be caught between the passenger and objects inside the vehicle. y While riding in the vehicle, infants and small children should always be placed in one of the rear seating positions recommended in this owner’s manual in an infant or child restraint system which is appropriate for the child’s age, height and weight.
6 Engine exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) y Never inhale engine exhaust gas. Engine exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which is dangerous, or even lethal, if inhaled. y Always properly maintain the engine exhaust system to prevent engine exhaust gas from entering the vehicle. y Never run the engine in a closed space, such as a garage, except for the brief time needed to drive the vehicle in or out of it.
7 have a medical condition that requires you to take drugs, please consult with your doctor. Never drive if you are under the influence of any illicit mind-altering drugs. For your own health and well-being, we urge you not to take illegal drugs in the first place and to seek treatment if you are addicted to those drugs. Driving when tired or sleepy When you are tired or sleepy, your reaction will be delayed and your perception, judgment and attentiveness will be impaired.
8 sure of each tire (including the spare) at least once a month and before any long journey. Check the tire pressure when the tires are cold. Use a pressure gauge to adjust the tire pressures to the values shown on the tire placard. Refer to the “Tires and wheels” section in chapter 11 for detailed information.
Table of contents Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1 Keys and doors 2 Instruments and controls 3 Climate control 4 Audio 5 Interior equipment 6 Starting and operating 7 Driving tips 8 In case of emergency 9 Appearance care 10 Maintenance and service 11 Specifications 12 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects 13 Index 14
10 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 11) 12) Illustrated index Exterior 1 12 2 11 10 3 4 5 9 8 7 6 000085 Engine hood lock release (page 11-4) Headlight switch (page 3-26) Bulb replacement (page 11-39) Wiper switch (page 3-30) Moonroof (page 2-23) Door locks (page 2-4) Tire pressure (page 11-25) Flat tires (page 9-7) Tire chains (page 8-11) Fog light switch (page 3-28) Tie-down hooks (page 9-15) Towing hook (page 9-15)
11 1) 2) 1 2 3 4 5 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 8 7 Rear gate (page 2-22) Rear wiper blade assembly and rubber replacement (page 3-32) Rear window defogger button (page 3-33) Fuel filler lid and cap (page 7-3) Child safety locks (page 2-19) Tie-down hooks (page 9-15) Bulb replacement (page 11-39) Towing hook (page 9-15) 6 000105 – CONTINUED –
12 Interior 1) 2) T Passenger compartment area 1 2 3) 4) 5) 6) 1 1 6 5 4 3 000086 Seatbelt (page 1-15) Lower anchorages for child restraint system (page 1-38) Center console (page 6-5) Front seat (page 1-2) Second-row seat (page 1-6) Third-row seat (page 1-11)
13 1 2 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 3 7) 6 4 5 Cargo area light (page 6-2) Dome lights (page 6-2) Rear center seatbelt (page 1-22) Sun visors (page 6-3) Map light (page 6-3) Top tether anchorages (Rear seat/ Second-row seat) (page 1-41) Top tether anchorages (Third-row seat) (page 1-41) 4 7 000087 – CONTINUED –
14 1 2 1) 2) 3 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 7 6 5 4 000088 Select lever (page 7-9) Hazard warning flasher switch (page 3-5) Multi function display (page 3-23) Glove box (page 6-4) Audio (page 5-1) Climate control (page 4-1) Cup holder (page 6-7/page 6-8)
15 Instrument panel 1 2 3 1) 2) 4 5 6 7 8 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 11) 12) 13) 14) 15) 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 Door locks (page 2-4) Illumination brightness control (page 3-27) Remote control mirror (page 3-36) Windshield wiper deicer (page 3-32) Traction Control system OFF switch (page 7-23) Light control lever (page 3-26) Combination meter (page 3-5) Wiper control lever (page 3-29) Cruise control (page 7-27) Horn (page 3-37) SRS airbag (page 1-44) Tilt steering (page 3-37) Hood lock release kn
16 Light control and wiper control levers/switches 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) Parking light switch (page 3-28) Windshield wiper (page 3-29) Mist (page 3-31) Windshield washer (page 3-30) Rear window wiper and washer switch (page 3-32) 6) Wiper control lever (page 3-30) 7) Light control lever (page 3-26) 8) Fog light switch (page 3-28) 9) Headlight ON/OFF (page 3-26) 10) Headlight flasher High/Low beam change (page 3-26) 11) Turn signal (page 3-27) 1 9 11 5 4 10 3 8 2 7 6 000107
17 Combination meter 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) T U.S.-spec.
18 T Canada-spec.
19 Warning and indicator light Mark Name Page Driver’s seatbelt warning light 3-10 Front passenger’s seatbelt warning light 3-10 SRS airbag system warning light or or 3-11 Mark Name Page Low fuel warning light Name Page 3-17 Low tire pressure warning light 3-14 All-Wheel Drive warning light 3-17 Passenger airbag ON indicator light 3-12 Vehicle Dynamics Control operation indicator light 3-18 Passenger airbag OFF indicator light 3-12 SPORT mode indicator light 3-19 Windshield w
20 Cargo area 1) 2) 3) 4) T 7-seater models 2 3 1 4 000089 Jack handle (page 9-19) Maintenance tools (page 9-19) Jack (page 9-19) Spare tire (page 9-2)
21 T 5-seater models 1 2 1) 2) 3) 4) 3 Jack handle (page 9-19) Jack (page 9-19) Maintenance tools (page 9-19) Spare tire (page 9-2) 4 000148 – CONTINUED –
22 Function settings A SUBARU dealer can change the settings of the functions shown in the following table to meet your personal requirements. Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer for details. If your vehicle is equipped with navigation system, the settings for some of these functions can be changed using the monitor. For details, please refer to the Owner’s Manual supplement for the monitor.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Front seats .......................................................... 1-2 Precautions against vehicle modification ............ 1-29 Power seat ............................................................... Reclining the seatback ........................................... Head restraint adjustment ..................................... Active head restraint .............................................. Lumbar support .....................................................
1-2 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Front seats Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags y Never adjust the seat while driving to avoid the possibility of loss of vehicle control and of personal injury. y Before adjusting the seat, make sure the hands and feet of rear seat passengers are clear of the adjusting mechanism. y Seatbelts provide maximum restraint when the occupant sits well back and upright in the seat.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-3 NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FACING CHILD SEAT IN THE FRONT SEAT. DOING SO RISKS SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD BY PLACING THE CHILD’S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions. For instructions and precautions concerning child restraint systems, see the “Child restraint systems” section in this chapter.
1-4 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags T Seat cushion angle adjustment (Driver’s seat only) T Seat height adjustment (Driver’s seat only) Head restraint adjustment 100355 100352 To adjust the seat cushion angle, pull up or push down the front end of the control switch. 100353 To adjust the seat height, pull up or push down the rear end of the control switch. To raise the head restraint, pull it up. To lower it, push the head restraint down while pressing the release button on the top of the seatback.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-5 Active head restraint Lumbar support 100089 The front seats of your vehicle are equipped with active head restraints. They automatically tilt forward slightly in the event the vehicle is struck from the rear, decreasing the amount of rearward head movement and thus reducing the risk of whiplash. For maximum effectiveness the head restraint should be adjusted so that the center of the head restraint is closest to the top of the occupant’s ears.
1-6 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Seat heater (if equipped) 100357 The seat heater operates when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. The seat heater can be adjusted in three levels. Press the button to activate the seat heater. Each subsequent press of the button will reduce the level. Pushing the button four times or keeping the button pressed for approximately 1 second will turn the heater off.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-7 y Before adjusting the seat, make sure the hands and feet of the rear seat passengers are clear of the adjusting mechanism (7-seater models only). Never adjust the seat while driving. Doing so is dangerous as the seat could move rapidly and you could be injured. T 7-seater models 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.
1-8 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags point so as not to trap the legs of passengers sitting on the third-row seat. It is possible to slide the seat or seat pair further rearward by releasing the lock that stops it. To do this, simultaneously pull the lever under the outboard seat cushion and turn the lever on the side of the seat cushion outward when sliding the seat or seat pair.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-9 Folding down the seatback y After returning the seat to its original position, be certain to place all of the seatbelts and the tab attached to the seat cushion above the seat cushion. And make certain that the shoulder belts are fully visible. y Never allow passengers to ride on the folded seatback or in the cargo area. Doing so may result in serious injury or death.
1-10 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags T Window side seats NOTE 1 The head restraint is not intended to be used at the lowest position. Before sitting on the seat, raise the head restraint to an appropriate position depending on your sitting height. 1 100681 100362 1) Bar 1) Holder y Folding the seatback of the center seat will expose the bar that retains it in the raised position. Be careful not to hurt yourself on it. Especially, do not rest your finger on the bar.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-11 the head restraints to improve rearward visibility. T Center seat The head restraint is not intended to be used at the lowest position. Before sitting on the seat, raise the head restraint to an appropriate position depending on your sitting height. that the center of the head restraint is closest to the top of the occupant’s ears. When the center seat is not occupied, lower the head restraint to improve rearward visibility.
1-12 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags T To access the third-row seat In its slid-forward position with the seatback tipped forward, the second-row seat behind the front passenger seat is not locked and free to move. Do not drive the vehicle with the seat in this state or allow anyone to sit on the seat unless it is completely locked. Doing so may result in serious injury or death.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-13 T To get out from the third-row seat Folding down the seatback y After returning the seat to its original position, be certain to place all of the seatbelts and the tab attached to the seat cushion above the seat cushion. And make certain that the shoulder belts are fully visible. 100677 Raise the lever from the third-row seat. The seatback of the second-row seat will tip forward and the seat will slide forward.
1-14 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Head restraint adjustment NOTE Never drive the vehicle with the head restraints removed because they are designed to reduce the risk of serious neck injury in the event that the vehicle is struck from the rear. 1 100647 1) Holder y Before folding or raising the seatback of the third-row seat, confirm that the seatbelt is flat against the sidewall at the lower point and the webbing is attached to the holder.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-15 Seatbelts Seatbelt safety tips y All persons in the vehicle should fasten their seatbelts BEFORE the vehicle starts to move. Otherwise, the possibility of serious injury becomes greater in the event of a sudden stop or accident. y All belts should fit snugly in order to provide full restraint. Loose fitting belts are not as effective in preventing or reducing injury. y Each seatbelt is designed to support only one person.
1-16 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags and be restrained using the seatbelts. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions. Never allow a child to stand up or kneel on the seat.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-17 Seatbelt warning light and chime Your vehicle is equipped with a seatbelt warning device at the driver’s and front passenger’s seat. With the ignition switch turned to the “ON” position, this device reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seatbelts by illuminating the warning lights in the locations indicated in the following illustrations and sounding a chime.
1-18 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags warning after turning ON the ignition switch by unfastening and refastening the driver’s seatbelt. When the ignition switch is turned ON next time, however, the complete sequence of the warning operation resumes. For further details about canceling the warning operation, please contact your SUBARU dealer. front passenger’s seat is empty or it is deactivated even when the front passenger has not fastened his/her seatbelt), take the following actions.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-19 100101 from the steering wheel as practical while still maintaining full vehicle control. Front passenger’s seat: Adjust the seatback 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 out slowly. Do not let it get twisted. If the belt stops before reaching the buckle, return the belt slightly and pull it out more slowly.
1-20 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags V Adjusting the front seat shoulder belt anchor height When wearing the seatbelts, make sure the shoulder portion of the webbing does not pass over your neck. If it does, adjust the seatbelt anchor to a lower position. Placing the shoulder belt over the neck may result in neck injury during sudden braking or in a collision. V Unfastening the seatbelt T Rear seatbelts (5-seater models)/ Second-row seatbelts (7-seater models) – excluding center seatbelt 1.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-21 V Adjusting the shoulder belt anchor height (rear seats of 5-seater models/second-row seats of 7-seater models) V Unfastening the seatbelt 100103 4. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt. 5. Place the lap belt as low as possible on your hips, not on your waist. When wearing the seatbelts, make sure the shoulder portion of the webbing does not pass over your neck. If it does, adjust the seatbelt anchor to a lower position.
1-22 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags T Rear center seatbelt (5-seater models)/second-row center seatbelt (7seater models) NOTE 1 1 100108 2 100362 3 1) Holder With the seatback folded, attach the tongue plate of each rear/second-row seatbelt to the corresponding holder. Do the same also before someone gets into the third-row seat.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-23 100377 100378 Center seatbelt is stowed in the recess of the ceiling. Be sure to fasten both tongue plates to the respective buckles. If the seatbelt is used only as a shoulder belt (with the connector’s tongue plate not fastened to the connector’s buckle on the right-hand side), it cannot properly restrain the wearer in position in an accident, possibly resulting in serious injury or death. 100379 2. Pull out the seatbelt slowly from the overhead retractor. 1.
1-24 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Push the release button of the center seatbelt buckle (on the left-hand side) to unfasten the seatbelt. Make sure that the “ ” mark on the connector (tongue) and the “ ” mark on the buckle are aligned. If the belt stops before reaching the buckle, return the belt slightly and pull it out more slowly. If the belt still cannot be unlocked, let the belt retract slightly after giving it a strong pull, then pull it out slowly again. 0 100310 5.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-25 the belt stops before reaching the buckle, return the belt slightly and pull it out more slowly. If the belt still cannot be unlocked, let the belt retract slightly after giving a strong pull on it, then pull it out slowly again. the connector (tongue) plate will disconnect from the buckle. 100383 200300 2. With the belt held by hand, allow the retractor to roll up the belt slowly.
1-26 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Push the button on the buckle. the belts because this could seriously affect their strength. NOTE Inspect the seatbelts and attachments including the webbing and all hardware periodically for cracks, cuts, gashes, tears, damage, loose bolts or worn areas. Replace the seatbelts even if only minor damage is found. 1 100103 4. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt. 5. Place the lap belt as low as possible on your hips, not on your waist.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-27 Front seatbelt pretensioners When a seatbelt pretensioner is activated, an operating 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 has been activated, the seatbelt retractor remains locked. Consequently, the seatbelt can not be pulled out and retracted and therefore must be replaced.
1-28 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags y When discarding front seatbelt retractor assemblies or scrapping the entire vehicle due to collision damage or for other reasons, consult your SUBARU dealer. System monitors 100385 SRS airbag system warning light A diagnostic system continually monitors the readiness of the seatbelt pretensioner while the vehicle is being driven. The seatbelt pretensioners share the control module with the airbag system.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-29 y Continuous illumination of the warning light y Illumination of the warning light while driving System servicing y When discarding a seatbelt retractor assembly or scrapping the entire vehicle damaged by a collision, consult your SUBARU dealer. y Tampering with or disconnecting the system’s wiring could result in accidental activation of the seatbelt pretensioner and/or airbag or could make the system inoperative, which may result in serious injury.
1-30 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags y Installation of a tire of different size and construction from the tires specified on the vehicle placard attached to the door pillar or specified for individual vehicle models in this Owner’s Manual. Child restraint systems Children could be endangered in an accident if their child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle. When installing the child restraint system, carefully follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-31 Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision, because the child will be caught between the passenger and objects inside the vehicle. Additionally, holding a child in your lap or arms in the front seat exposes that child to another serious danger. Since the SRS airbag deploys with considerable speed and force, the child could be injured or even killed.
1-32 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags only a child restraint system that has a bottom base that fits snugly against the contours of the seat cushion and can be securely retained using the seatbelt. C: Rear center seat (5-seater models)/ second-row center seat (7-seater models) Installing a child restraint system is not recommended, although the A/ELR seatbelt and an upper anchorage (tether anchorage) are provided in this position.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-33 SINCE YOUR VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH A PASSENGER’S SRS AIRBAG, DO NOT INSTALL A REARWARD FACING CHILD SAFETY SEAT IN THE FRONT PASSENGER’S SEAT. DOING SO RISKS SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD BY PLACING THE CHILD’S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG. Choosing a child restraint system child with proper protection.
1-34 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags T Installing a rearward facing child restraint 100504 100503 1. Slide the seat or seat pair to its rearmost position. 2. Adjust the seatback to the upright position. 3. Place the child restraint system in the rear seating position. 4. Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the child restraint system following the instructions provided by its manufacturer. 5. Insert the tongue plate into the buckle until you hear a click. 6. Take up the slack in the lap belt.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-35 ELR function of the retractor. That function is restored by retracting the seatbelt fully. T Installing forward facing child restraint 100506 10.To remove the child restraint system, press the release button on the seatbelt buckle and allow the belt to retract completely. The belt will return to the ELR mode. NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FACING CHILD SEAT IN THE FRONT PASSENGER’S SEAT.
1-36 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags top tether, latch the hook onto the top tether anchor and tighten the top tether. See the “Top tether anchorages” for additional instructions. 100509 8. Before having a child sit in the child restraint system, move it back and forth and right and left to check if it is firmly secured. Sometimes a child restraint can be more firmly secured by pushing it down into the seat cushion and then tightening the seatbelt. 9.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-37 Installing a booster seat y Child restraint systems and seatbelts can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check the child restraint system before you place a child in it. y Do not leave an unsecured child restraint system in your vehicle.
1-38 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags y Never use a belt that is twisted or reversed. In an accident, this can increase the risk or severity of injury to the child. y Never place the shoulder belt under the child’s arm or behind the child’s back. If an accident occurs, this can increase the risk or severity of injury to the child. y The seatbelt should fit snugly in order to provide full restraint. Loose fitting belts are not as effective in preventing or reducing injury.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-39 TOP TETHER 100515 Your vehicle is provided with child restraint system anchors as follows: y Four lower anchorages (bars) and three upper anchorages (tether anchorages) on the rear seat (5-seater model)/second-row seat (7-seater model) 100516 Lower anchorages for child restraints are provided in the following locations: y 5-seater models: on the rear seats y 7-seater models: on the second-row seats 100523 The tether anchorages (upper anchorages) are provided for al
1-40 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags the seatback. Each lower anchorage is located where the seat cushion meets the seatback. 2. Make the clearance between the seat cushion and seatback a little wider to locate the two anchorages (bars) for the position where you want to install the child restraint system. When you install a child restraint system, follow the manufacturer’s instructions supplied with it. After installing the child restraint system, check to ensure that it is held securely in position.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-41 proceed as follows, while observing the instructions by the child restraint system manufacturer. Since a top tether can provide additional stability by offering another connection between a child restraint system and the vehicle, we recommend that you use a top tether whenever one is required or available. V Third-row seat (7-seater models) TOP TETHER T Tether anchorage location 100522 6.
1-42 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags T To hook the top tether V Rear seat (5-seater models)/Second-row seat (7-seater models) TOP TETHER When the child restraint system is to be secured using the top tether, pass the top tether under the head restraint between the head restraint stay posts. 100525 2. Open the cover flaps to use the anchorages. 100648 1.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-43 V Third-row seat (7-seater models) 0 100672 100528 100649 Do not route the top tether over the head restraint. It may happen that the top tether cannot be fastened tightly. 1. Lower the head restraint to its lowest position. 3. Fasten the top tether hook of the child restraint system to the appropriate upper anchorage. 4. Tighten the top tether securely. TOP TETHER TOP TETHER 100676 2. Open the lid of the cargo area, then remove the covers for the anchorages.
1-44 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags *SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) Do not pass the top tether under the head restraint. The top tether will touch the head restraint and the resulting slack will prevent its secure installation. *SRS: This stands for supplemental restraint system. This name is used because the airbag system supplements the vehicle’s seatbelts. 100650 Prevent the top tether from touching cargo in the cargo area.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-45 These SRS airbags are designed only as a supplement to the primary protection provided by the seatbelt. The system also controls front seatbelt pretensioners. For operation instructions and precautions concerning the seatbelt pretensioner, see the “Front seatbelt pretensioners” section in this chapter. y To obtain maximum protection in the event of an accident, the driver and all passengers in the vehicle should always wear seatbelts when the vehicle is moving.
1-46 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Consequently, we strongly recommend that ALL children (including those in child seats and those that have outgrown child restraint devices) sit in a REAR seat properly restrained at all times in a child restraint device or in a seatbelt, whichever is appropriate for the child’s age, height and weight. 100350 y Put children aged 12 and under in a rear seat properly restrained at all times.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-47 NOTE When you sell your vehicle, we urge you to explain to the buyer that it is equipped with SRS airbags by alerting him or her to the applicable section in this owner’s manual.
1-48 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags T Components 11 16 8 6 18 19 24 2 23 1 4 3 5 14 21 22 9 10 12 20 17 15 7 13 100644 1) Airbag control module (including impact sensors) 2) Frontal airbag module (driver’s side) 3) Frontal airbag module (front passenger’s side) 4) Front sub sensor (left-hand side) 5) Front sub sensor (right-hand side) 6) Side airbag module (driver’s side) 7) Side airbag module (front passenger’s side) 8) Side airbag sensor (center pillar lefthand side) 9) Side airbag sensor (c
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-49 Subaru advanced frontal airbag system Your vehicle is equipped with a Subaru advanced frontal airbag system that complies with the new advanced frontal airbag requirements in the amended Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 208.
1-50 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags It is also important to wear your seatbelt to help avoid injuries that can result when the SRS airbag contacts an occupant not in proper position such as one thrown toward the front of the vehicle during preaccident braking. 100125 100155 Never hold a child on your lap or in your arms. The SRS airbag deploys with considerable force and can injure or even kill the child. The SRS airbag deploys with considerable speed and force.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-51 100532 Do not attach accessories to the windshield, or fit an extra-wide mirror over the rear view mirror. If the SRS airbag deploys, those objects could become projectiles that could seriously injure vehicle occupants. T Driver’s SRS frontal airbag The driver’s SRS frontal airbag uses a dual stage inflator.
1-52 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags y Do not apply any strong impact to the front passenger’s seat such as by kicking. y Do not spill liquid on the front passenger’s seat. If liquid is spilled, wipe it off immediately. y Do not disassemble the front passenger’s seat. y Do not install any accessory (such as an audio amplifier) other than a genuine SUBARU accessory under the front passenger’s seat. y Do not place anything (shoes, umbrella, etc.) under the front passenger’s seat.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-53 lowing conditions are met regarding the front passenger’s seat: y The seat is empty. y The seat is equipped with a rearward facing child restraint system and an infant is restrained with it. (See WARNING that follows.) y The seat is equipped with a forward facing child restraint system and a small child is restrained with it. (See WARNING that follows.) y The seat is equipped with a booster seat and a small child is in the booster seat. (See WARNING that follows.
1-54 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags system. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position and make sure that the front passenger’s frontal airbag ON indicator goes out and the OFF indicator comes on. If still the ON indicator remains illuminated while the OFF indicator extinguishes, take the following actions. y Ensure that no article is placed on the seat other than the child restraint system and the child occupant. y Ensure that there is no article left in the seatback pocket.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-55 correctly fasten the seatbelt, position his/ her legs out forward, and adjust the seat to the rearmost position. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position. If the OFF indicator remains illuminated while the ON indicator remains extinguished, take the following actions. y Turn the ignition switch to the “OFF” position. y Ensure that there is no article, book, shoe, or other object trapped under the seat, at the rear of the seat, or on the side of the seat.
1-56 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags T Operation 1 2 100534 1) Driver’s side 2) Passenger’s side The SRS airbag can function only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. The Subaru advanced frontal airbag sys- tem is designed to determine the activation or deactivation condition of the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag depending on the total load on the front passenger’s seat monitored by the front passenger’s occupant detection system weight sensor.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-57 the visible damage done to the vehicle itself. Do not touch the SRS airbag system components around the steering wheel and dashboard with bare hands right after deployment. Doing so can cause burns because the components can be very hot as a result of deployment. The driver’s SRS frontal airbag and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag are designed to deploy in the event of an accident involving a moderate to severe frontal collision.
1-58 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags frontal airbags may be activated when the vehicle sustains a hard impact in the undercarriage area from the road surface (such as when the vehicle plunges into a deep ditch, is severely impacted or knocked hard against an obstacle on the road such as a curb). V Examples of the types of accidents in which deployment of the driver’s/ driver’s and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag(s) is unlikely to deploy.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-59 V Examples of the types of accidents in which the driver’s/driver’s and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag(s) will basically not deploy. to deploy if the vehicle is struck from the side or from behind, or if it rolls onto its side or roof, or if it is involved in a lowspeed frontal collision.
1-60 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags The SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag are designed as only a supplement to the primary protection provided by the seatbelt. They do not do away with the need to fasten seatbelts. It is also important to wear your seatbelt to help avoid injuries that can result when an occupant is not seated in a proper upright position. 100164 y Do not sit or lean unnecessarily close to either front door.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-61 100166 y Never allow a child to kneel on the front passenger’s seat facing the side window or to wrap his/her arms around the front seat seatback. In the event of an accident, the force of the SRS side airbag deployment could injure the child seriously because his/her head or arms or other parts of the body are too close to the SRS side airbag.
1-62 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags y Do not attach a hands-free microphone or any other accessory to a front pillar, a center pillar, a rear pillar, the windshield, a side window, an assist grip, or any other cabin surface that would be near a deploying SRS curtain airbag. A hands-free microphone or other accessory in such a location could be propelled through the cabin with great force by the curtain airbag, or it could prevent correct deployment of the curtain airbag.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-63 ploy independently of each other since each has its own impact sensor. Therefore, they may not both deploy in the same accident. Also, the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag deploys independently of the driver’s and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbags in the steering wheel and instrument panel. An impact sensor is located in each of the left and right center pillars and rear wheel houses.
1-64 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags V Example of the type of accident in which the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag will most likely deploy. 200320 A severe side impact near the front seat activates the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-65 V Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag are unlikely to deploy. 1) 2) 2 1 3) 4) 5) The vehicle is involved in an oblique side-on impact. The vehicle is involved in a side-on impact in an area outside the vicinity of the passenger compartment. The vehicle strikes a telephone pole or similar object. The vehicle is involved in a side-on impact from a motorcycle. The vehicle rolls onto its side or roof.
1-66 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags V Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag will basically not deploy. ary). 2) The vehicle is struck from behind. The SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag are basically not designed to deploy if the vehicle is involved in a frontal collision or is struck from behind. Examples of such accidents are illustrated.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-67 y Front sub sensor (Left-hand side) y Airbag control module (including impact sensors) y Frontal airbag module (Driver’s side) y Frontal airbag module (Front passenger’s side) y Side airbag sensor (Center pillar righthand side) y Side airbag sensor (Center pillar lefthand side) y Side airbag module (Driver’s side) y Side airbag module (Front passenger’s side) y Curtain airbag sensor (Rear wheel house right-hand side) y Curtain airbag sensor (Rear wheel house left-hand si
1-68 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags parts. If you need service or repair in areas listed in the following, have an authorized SUBARU dealer perform the work. The SRS airbag control module, impact sensors and airbag modules are stored in these areas.
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1-69 y Attachment of a hands-free microphone or any other accessory to a front pillar, a center pillar, a rear pillar, the windshield, a side window, an assist grip, or any other cabin surface that would be near a deploying SRS curtain airbag. y Installation of additional electrical/electronic equipment such as a mobile two-way radio on or near the SRS airbag system components and/or wiring is not advisable. This could interfere with proper operation of the SRS airbag system.
Keys and doors Keys ..................................................................... 2-2 Key number ............................................................. 2-2 Immobilizer ......................................................... 2-3 Security ID plate ..................................................... Security indicator light ........................................... Key replacement ..................................................... 2-3 2-4 2-4 Door locks .........................
2-2 Keys and doors Keys 1 Keys and doors 2 3 5 4 200700 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) box locked when you leave your vehicle and valet key at a parking facility. Do not attach a large key holder or key case to either key. If it bangs against your knees while you are driving, it could turn the ignition switch from the ON position to the ACC or OFF position, thereby stopping the engine.
Keys and doors 2-3 Immobilizer The immobilizer system is designed to prevent an unauthorized person from starting the engine. Only keys registered with your vehicle’s immobilizer system can be used to operate your vehicle. Even if an unregistered key fits into the ignition switch and can be turned to the “START” position, the engine will automatically stop after several seconds. Each immobilizer key contains a transponder in which the key’s ID code is stored.
2-4 Keys and doors Security indicator light NOTE Door locks Even if the security indicator light flashes irregularly or its fuse blows (the light does not flash if its fuse is blown), the immobilizer system will function normally. Locking and unlocking from the outside Key replacement 200702 The security indicator light deters potential thieves by indicating that the vehicle is equipped with an immobilizer system.
Keys and doors 2-5 To lock the door from the outside using the power door locking switch, push the “ ” sides of the switch and then close the door. In this case, all closed doors and the rear gate are locked at the same time. It also helps prevent passengers from falling out if a door is accidentally opened, and intruders from unexpectedly opening doors and entering your vehicle. Always make sure that all doors and the rear gate are locked before leaving your vehicle.
2-6 Keys and doors by the battery drainage prevention function after 10 minutes of illumination to prevent the battery from going dead. The operational/non-operational setting of this function can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer if you would like to change the setting. Power door locking switches 1 2 NOTE 200707 To unlock the door from the inside, rotate the lock lever forward. The red mark on the lock lever appears when the door is unlocked.
Keys and doors 2-7 er door locking switches. 1 2 200709 Front passenger’s switch 1) Lock 2) Unlock All doors and the rear gate can be locked and unlocked by the power door locking switches located at the driver’s side and the front passenger’s side doors. To lock all doors (including the rear gate), push the “ ” side of the switch. To unlock all doors (including the rear gate), push the “ ” side of the switch. When you close the doors after you set the door locks, the doors remain locked.
2-8 Keys and doors Remote keyless entry system y Do not expose the transmitter to severe shocks, such as those experienced as a result of dropping or throwing. y Do not take the transmitter apart except when replacing the battery. y Do not get the transmitter wet. If it gets wet, wipe it dry with a cloth immediately. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
Keys and doors 2-9 Locking the doors Unlocking the doors 200899 Press the “ ” button to lock all doors and rear gate. An electronic chirp will sound once and the turn signal lights will flash once. If any of the doors (or the rear gate) is not fully closed, an electronic chirp will sound five times and the turn signal lights will flash five times to alert you that the doors (or the rear gate) are not properly closed.
2-10 Keys and doors Map light: OFF position Dome light: Middle position Cargo area light: DOOR position A SUBARU dealer can change the illumination period setting of the interior light in accordance with your preference. Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer for details. Sounding a panic alarm Vehicle finder function Use this function to find your vehicle parked among many vehicles in a large parking lot.
Keys and doors 2-11 crease. Replace the battery as soon as possible. To replace the battery: can be programmed), you should re-program all of your transmitters for security reasons. It is recommended that you have your dealer program all of your transmitters into your system. er. 0 1 200717 200715 1. Open the transmitter case using a flathead screwdriver. 1) Negative (–) side facing up 3.
2-12 Keys and doors then turn it from the “LOCK” position to the “ON” position 10 times within 15 seconds. NOTE 200720 200719 Transmitter circuit board To register a new transmitter with the keyless entry system, it is necessary to program the transmitter’s code (identification number) into the system. A label showing the code is affixed to the bag containing the transmitter, and another is affixed to the circuit board inside the transmitter.
Keys and doors 2-13 the knob and the next exceeds five seconds, an error will occur. In this event, perform the procedure again beginning with part 4. If an error occurs six times, perform the procedure again starting with part 3. NOTE y The electronic tone will stop sounding when you start entering the number. y If you do not start entering the number using the lock knob before the electronic tone stops sounding, an error will occur.
2-14 Keys and doors place once to indicate completion of registration, provided the code entered the second time is identical to that entered the first time. NOTE If the code entered the second time is not identical to the code entered the first time, an error will occur. In this event, perform the procedure again beginning with part 5. If an error occurs five times, perform the procedure again starting with part 3. 10.
Keys and doors 2-15 y Opening a door or the rear gate y Physical impact to the vehicle, such as forced entry (only vehicles with shock sensors (dealer option)) Activating and deactivating the alarm system To change the setting of your vehicle’s alarm system for activation or deactivation, do the following. 1. Disarm the alarm system (see “Disarming the system” in this section). 2. Sit in the driver’s seat and shut all doors (and the rear gate). 3. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position. 4.
2-16 Keys and doors sound once, the turn signal lights will flash once and the indicator lights will start flashing rapidly. After rapid flashing for 30 seconds (standby time), the indicator lights will then flash slowly (twice approximately every two seconds), indicating that the system has been armed for surveillance.
Keys and doors 2-17 tem may not respond. Passive arming T Emergency disarming If you cannot disarm the system using the transmitter (i.e. the transmitter is lost, broken or the transmitter battery is too weak), you can disarm the system without using the transmitter. The system can be disarmed if you turn the ignition switch from the “LOCK” to the “ON” position with a registered key.
2-18 Keys and doors Tripped sensor identification 200704 4. Before closing the doors, lock all doors with the inside door lock levers. 5. Close the doors. The system will automatically arm after one minute. In the passive mode, the system can also be armed with the remote transmitter or with the power door locking switches.
Keys and doors 2-19 Child safety locks Windows T Driver’s side switches Power windows 1 Always use the child safety lock whenever a child rides in the rear. Serious injury could result if a child accidentally opened the door and fell out. To avoid serious personal injury caused by entrapment, you must do the following. y When operating the power windows, be extremely careful to prevent anyone’s fingers, arms, neck or head from being caught in the window.
2-20 Keys and doors V Operating the driver’s window To open the passengers’ windows, push the appropriate switch down and hold it until the window reaches the desired position. 1 2 200729 200728 1) Open 2) Automatically open To open: Push the switch down lightly and hold it. The window will open as long as the switch is held. This switch also has a one-touch auto down feature that allows the window to be opened fully without holding the switch.
Keys and doors 2-21 V Locking the passengers’ windows T Passengers’ side switches 2 1 2 1 200734 200732 To lock the passengers’ windows, push the lock switch. When the lock switch is in the “LOCK” position, the passengers’ windows cannot be opened or closed. Press the switch again to cancel the passengers’ window locking.
2-22 Keys and doors Rear gate 1 200736 200735 The rear gate can be locked and unlocked using either the keyless entry system or the power door locking switch. Refer to the “Power door locking switches” and “Remote keyless entry system” sections in this chapter. To open the rear gate, first unlock the rear gate lock then push the button. To close the rear gate, lower it slowly and push down firmly until the latch engages. The rear gate can be lowered easily if you pull it down holding the recessed grip.
Keys and doors 2-23 Moonroof y Do not jam a plastic bag in or place cellophane tape on the rear gate stays or scratch the stays while loading or unloading cargo. That could cause leakage of gas from the stays, which may result in their inability to hold the rear gate open. y Be careful not to hit your head or face on the rear gate when opening or closing the rear gate and when loading or unloading cargo.
2-24 Keys and doors Tilt function and down. Push the switch continuously to tilt the moonroof up and down. momentarily push the switch to the “OPEN” or “CLOSE” side. After washing the vehicle or after it rains, wipe away water on the roof prior to opening the moonroof to prevent drops of water from falling into the passenger compartment.
Keys and doors 2-25 moonroof fully opened. Sun shades 200739 The sun shade can be slid forward or backward by hand while the moonroof is closed. If the moonroof is opened, the sun shade also moves back.
Instruments and controls Ignition switch .................................................... 3-3 LOCK ....................................................................... ACC .......................................................................... ON ............................................................................ START ...................................................................... Key reminder chime ............................................... Ignition switch light ..........
Instruments and controls Light control switch ........................................... 3-26 Headlights ............................................................... High/low beam change (dimmer) .......................... Headlight flasher .................................................... Daytime running light system ............................... 3-26 3-26 3-26 3-27 Turn signal lever ................................................. Illumination brightness control .........................
Instruments and controls 3-3 Ignition switch your knees or hands may accidentally touch it in a way that turns the ignition switch. Instruments and controls LOCK y 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 a much greater effort than usual to steer.
3-4 Instruments and controls Key reminder chime (radio, accessory power outlet, etc.) can be used. This is the normal operating position after the engine is started. The reminder chime sounds when the driver’s door opens and the key is in the “LOCK” or “ACC” positions. The chime stops when the key is removed from the ignition switch. START Ignition switch light ON Do not turn the ignition switch to the “START” position while the engine is running.
Instruments and controls 3-5 Hazard warning flasher Meters and gauges NOTE Liquid-crystal displays are used in some of the meters and gauges in the combination meter. You will find their indications hard to see if you wear polarized glasses.
3-6 Instruments and controls change the current setting, press the trip knob for at least two seconds. change the current setting, press the trip knob for at least two seconds. : Activated : Deactivated : Activated : Deactivated With the function deactivated, the combination meter illuminates as follows: 1. Warning lights, indicator lights, meter rims, meter needles, odometer, trip meter, and gauge back lights illuminate. 2. Meter and gauge dials illuminate. 3. Regular illumination (for driving) begins.
Instruments and controls 3-7 you open and close the driver’s door within 10 seconds of illumination of the odometer/trip meter. A trip meter Double trip meter B trip meter 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. 300258 This meter display two trip meters when the ignition switch is in the “LOCK”, “ACC” or “ON” position.
3-8 Instruments and controls Do not operate the engine with the pointer of the tachometer in the red zone. In this range, fuel injection will be cut by the engine control module to protect the engine from overrevving. The engine will resume running normally after the engine speed is reduced below the red zone. el movement in the tank. If you press the trip knob while the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” or “ACC” position, the fuel gauge will light up and indicate the amount of fuel remaining in the tank.
Instruments and controls 3-9 reaches near the middle of the range. Engine operation is optimum with the engine coolant at this temperature range and high revving operation when the engine is not warmed up enough should be avoided. If the pointer exceeds the normal operating range, safely stop the vehicle as soon as possible. See the “In case of emergency” in chapter 9.
3-10 Instruments and controls : Rear differential oil temperature warning light : Windshield washer fluid warning light : Door open warning light : Security indicator light If any lights fail to come on, it indicates a burned-out bulb or a malfunction of the corresponding system. Consult your authorized SUBARU dealer for repair. 100372 Driver’s warning light Seatbelt warning light and chime Your vehicle is equipped with a seatbelt warning device at the driver’s and front passenger’s seat.
Instruments and controls 3-11 The warning light(s) for unfastened seatbelt(s) will alternate between flashing and steady illumination at 15-second intervals. The chime will not sound. y At speeds higher than approximately 9 mph (15 km/h) The warning light(s) for unfastened seatbelt(s) will alternate between flashing and steady illumination at 15-second intervals and the chime will sound while the warning light(s) is/are flashing.
3-12 Instruments and controls y No illumination of the warning light when the ignition switch is first turned to the “ON” position y Continuous illumination of the warning light y Illumination of the warning light while driving Front passenger’s frontal airbag ON and OFF indicators PASS AIR BAG 100533 : Front passenger’s frontal airbag ON indicator : Front passenger’s frontal airbag OFF indicator The front passenger’s frontal airbag ON and OFF indicators show you the status of the front passenger’s S
Instruments and controls 3-13 NOTE This light also comes on when the fuel filler cap is not tightened until it clicks. If you have recently refueled your vehicle, the cause of the CHECK ENGINE warning light/malfunction indicator lamp coming on could be a loose or missing fuel filler cap. Remove the cap and retighten it until it clicks. Make sure nothing is interfering with the sealing of the cap. Tightening the cap will not make the CHECK ENGINE warning light turn off immediately.
3-14 Instruments and controls Rear differential oil temperature warning light Reduce vehicle speed and park the vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible if the R.DIFF TEMP light comes on. Continued driving with this light on can damage the rear differential and other parts of the powertrain. If this light comes on when the engine is running, it may indicate that the rear differential oil temperature is too hot.
Instruments and controls 3-15 If this light does not come on briefly after the ignition switch is turned ON or the light is flashing, you should have your Tire Pressure Monitoring System checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. If this light comes on while driving, never brake suddenly and keep driving straight ahead while gradually reducing speed. Then slowly pull off the road to a safe place. Otherwise an accident involving serious vehicle damage and serious personal injury could occur.
3-16 Instruments and controls The ABS warning light comes on together with the brake system warning light if the EBD system becomes faulty. For further details of the EBD system fault warning, refer to “Brake system warning light”. NOTE If the warning light behavior is as described in the following, the ABS system may be considered normal. y The warning light comes on right after the engine is started but goes out immediately, remaining off.
Instruments and controls 3-17 warning light illuminate simultaneously, take the following steps: 1. Stop the vehicle in the nearest safe, flat place. 2. Shut down the engine, then restart it. 3. Release the parking brake. If both warning lights go out, the EBD system may be faulty. Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected. 4.
3-18 Instruments and controls Vehicle Dynamics Control operation indicator light This light comes on when the ignition switch is ON and goes out approximately 2 seconds later. It blinks when the skid suppression function is activated. It illuminates when only the traction control function is operating. The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is probably faulty under any of the following conditions. Have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer immediately.
Instruments and controls 3-19 y It also comes on when the Traction Control system is deactivated. Security indicator light chapter 2.) If the indicator light does not flash, it may indicate that immobilizer system may be faulty. Contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. NOTE y The light may stay on for a while after the engine has been started, especially in cold weather. This does not indicate the existence of a problem. The light should go out as soon as the engine has warmed up.
3-20 Instruments and controls Selector lever/Gear position indicator possible. Refer to the “Replacing bulbs” section in chapter 11. High beam indicator light This light shows that the headlights are in the high beam mode. This indicator light also comes on when the headlight flasher is operated. Cruise control indicator light 300266 The selector lever/gear position indicator shows the position of the selector lever.
Instruments and controls 3-21 Clock Outside temperature indication NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, refer to the separate “Operating Instructions for Monitor System”. NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, refer to the separate “Operating Instructions for Monitor System”. 300602 CLOCK 300603 The clock shows the time while the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position. To adjust the time shown by the clock, press the “+” button or the “–” button.
3-22 Instruments and controls T Low outside temperature warning 300551 300552 Canada-spec. vehicles The outside temperature indicator shows the outside temperature in a range from –22 to 122°F (–30 to 50°C). U.S.-spec. vehicles 37°F (3°C) or lower, the temperature indication flashes to show that the road surface may be frozen.
Instruments and controls 3-23 Multi function display (Vehicle without Navigation System) Current fuel consumption sumption at the present moment. Average fuel consumption NOTE y If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, refer to the separate “Operating Instructions for Monitor System”. y A liquid-crystal display is used in the multi function display. You will find its indications hard to see if you wear polarized glasses.
3-24 Instruments and controls tual values and should thus be treated only as a guide. y When either trip meter indication is reset, the average fuel consumption corresponding to that trip meter indication is not shown until the vehicle has subsequently covered a distance of 1 mile (or 1 km). Driving range on remaining fuel 300557 300559 Canada-spec. vehicles Canada-spec. vehicles This indication shows the average rate of fuel consumption since the trip meter was last reset.
Instruments and controls 3-25 tank. You must refuel the vehicle immediately. turned to the “START” position. NOTE 300560 U.S.-spec. vehicles y 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 immediately fill the tank when the low fuel warning light comes on.
3-26 Instruments and controls Light control switch To turn on the headlights, turn the knob on the end of the turn signal lever. To prevent battery discharge resulting from accidentally leaving your lights on when your vehicle is parked, the light switch operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. In any other position, the vehicle’s lights will be out. If you park your vehicle on a roadside at night, use the hazard warning flasher to alert the other drivers.
Instruments and controls 3-27 the high beam indicator light “ ” on the instrument panel also comes on. Turn signal lever Illumination brightness control Daytime running light system The tail lights, parking lights, and side marker lights are not turned on by the daytime running light system. The light switch must always be turned to the “ ” position when it is dark outside.
3-28 Instruments and controls ward, the illumination brightness becomes the maximum and the automatic dimming function does not work at all. Parking light switch Front fog light switch 300511 The parking light switch operates regardless of the ignition switch position. By pushing the front end of this switch, following lights will come on. – Parking lights – Front side marker lights – Tail lights – License plate lights To turn off, push the rear end of the parking light switch.
Instruments and controls 3-29 Wiper and washer In freezing weather, do not use the windshield washer until the windshield is sufficiently warmed by the defroster. Otherwise the washer fluid can freeze on the windshield, blocking your view. 300513 The indicator light located on the combination meter will illuminate when the fog lights are on. y Do not operate the washer continuously for more than ten seconds, or when the washer fluid tank is empty. This may cause overheating of the washer motor.
3-30 Instruments and controls y Use clean water if windshield washer fluid is unavailable. In areas where water freezes in winter, use SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid or the equivalent. (See “Windshield washer fluid” section in chapter 11.) Also, when driving the vehicle when there are freezing temperatures, use non-freezing type wiper blades. y Do not clean the wiper blades with gasoline or a solvent, such as paint thinner or benzene. This will cause deterioration of the wiper blades.
Instruments and controls 3-31 T Mist (for a single wipe) When the wiper switch is in the “ ” position, turn the dial to adjust the operating interval of the wiper. The operating interval can be adjusted in nine steps. The intermittent operation interval varies depending on the vehicle speed in any of the adjustment steps (longer when the vehicle speed is low; shorter when the vehicle speed is high). NOTE T Washer 300288 300544 For a single wipe of the wipers, pull the lever toward you.
3-32 Instruments and controls Rear window wiper and washer switch 300290 : Washer (accompanied by wiper operation) ON: Continuous INT: Intermittent OFF: Park : Washer (accompanied by wiper operation) T Rear wiper To turn the rear wiper on, turn the knob on the end of the wiper control lever upward to the “INT” or “ON” position. To turn the wiper off, return the knob on the end of the lever to the “OFF” position.
Instruments and controls 3-33 complete, you have to push the button to turn the deicer on again. Your SUBARU dealer can set your windshield wiper deicer for continuous operation. Contact your SUBARU dealer for details. Once the windshield wiper deicer has been set for continuous operation, pressing the button results in continuous operation. The windshield wiper deicer automatically stops operating if any one of the following conditions occurs during continuous operation.
3-34 Instruments and controls Auto-dimming mirror/compass (if equipped) Mirrors y Do not use sharp instruments or window cleaner containing abrasives to clean the inner surface of the rear window. They may damage the conductors printed on the window. y To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not operate the defogger continuously for any longer than necessary. Always check that the inside and outside mirrors are properly adjusted before you start driving.
Instruments and controls 3-35 ton, the compass display is toggled on or off. When the compass is on, an illuminated compass reading will appear in the lower part of the mirror. cover the sensors with stickers, or other similar items. Periodically wipe the sensors clean using a piece of dry soft cotton cloth or an applicator. Even with the mirror in anti-glare mode, the mirror surface turns bright if the transmission is shifted into reverse. This is to ensure good rearward visibility during reversing.
3-36 Instruments and controls Outside mirrors T Convex mirror (Passenger side) Objects look smaller in a convex mirror and farther away than when viewed in a flat mirror. Do not use the convex mirror to judge the distance of vehicles behind you when changing lanes. Use the inside mirror (or glance backwards) to determine the actual size and distance of objects that you view in convex mirror. when the ignition switch is in the “ON” or “ACC” position. 1.
Instruments and controls 3-37 Tilt steering wheel Horn Do not adjust the steering wheel tilt position while driving. This may cause loss of vehicle control and result in personal injury. 300521 To sound the horn, push the horn pad. 300520 1. Adjust the seat position. Refer to the “Front seats” section (chapter 1). 2. Pull the tilt lock lever down. 3. Move the steering wheel to the desired level. 4. Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place. 5.
Climate control Ventilator ............................................................. 4-2 Air flow ..................................................................... Ventilator ................................................................. 4-2 4-4 Automatic climate control system .................... 4-5 Control panel ........................................................... Rear air conditioner (if equipped) ......................... Temperature sensors ....................................
4-2 Climate control Ventilator Climate control Air flow 400500
Climate control 4-3 T Air flow mode selection 400501 – CONTINUED –
4-4 Climate control Ventilator T Rear ventilators (if equipped) T Side ventilator T Center ventilators 1 2 400504 400503 Move the tab up and down or right and left to adjust the flow direction. 1) 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 close it, turn the wheel downward. 400505 Move the tab up and down or right and left to adjust the flow direction.
Climate control 4-5 Automatic climate control system NOTE y Operate the automatic climate control system when the engine is running. y The blower fan rotates at a low speed when the engine coolant temperature is low. For efficient defogging or dehumidifying in cold weather, press the “A/C” button.
4-6 Climate control To change the system back to the AUTO mode, press the “AUTO” button. T Temperature control dial T OFF button 400509 Driver’s side 400508 The Automatic Climate Control system turns off (the air conditioner compressor and fan turn off) when the “OFF” button is pressed. When the “OFF” button is pressed, the outside air introduction mode (air inlet selection OFF) is automatically selected.
Climate control 4-7 T T A/C – Air conditioner button defroster. – Defroster button T Fan speed control dial 400511 To defrost or dehumidify the windshield and front door windows, push the defroster button “ ”.
4-8 Climate control T Air flow mode selection button er outlets, and the foot outlets. T Air inlet selection button Continued operation in the ON position may fog up the windows. Switch to the OFF position as soon as the outside dusty condition clears. NOTE 400514 Select the desired air flow mode by pushing the air flow mode selection button. The selected air flow mode is shown on the the center of the dial. (Ventilation): Air flows through the instrument panel outlets.
Climate control 4-9 Rear air conditioner (if equipped) cooled air out of the ventilators. y The outlet air temperature of the rear air conditioner cannot be adjusted. y The rear air conditioner cannot be used as a heater. Temperature sensors 2 400516 The rear air conditioner blows cool air out of the rear ventilators while the “A/C” button on the control panel is in the “ON” position.
4-10 Climate control Operating tips for heater and air conditioner Cleaning ventilator grille low outside air to circulate into the heated interior. This results in quicker cooling by the air conditioner. Keep the windows closed during the operation of the air conditioner for maximum cooling efficiency.
Climate control 4-11 Air filtration system 1. Remove the instrument panel side cover. Replace the filter element according to the replacement schedule shown in the following. This schedule should be followed to maintain the filter’s dust collection ability. Under extremely dusty conditions, the filter should be replaced more frequently. Have your filter checked or replaced by your SUBARU dealer. For replacement, we recommend the use of a genuine SUBARU air filter kit.
4-12 Climate control 400564 5. Unhook the air filter and draw it out. 400565 6. Replace the air filter with a new one. 7. Install the air filter cover. 8. Install the glove box. 400566 400562 12.Label installation Attach the caution label to the driver’s door. 9. Attach the strap to the hook. 400595 10.Secure the glove box with the one clip. 11.Install the instrument panel side cover.
Audio Antenna system .................................................. 5-2 Printed antenna ....................................................... FM reception ........................................................... 5-2 5-2 Installation of accessories ................................ Audio set ............................................................. 5-2 5-3 Type A audio set ..................................................... Type B audio set ................................................
5-2 Audio Antenna system Audio Printed antenna any other material over the antenna portion of the rear window glass. FM reception Do not use sharp instruments or window cleaner containing abrasives to clean the inner surface of the window on which the antenna is printed. Doing so may damage the antenna printed on the window. Although FM is normally static free, reception can be affected by the surrounding area, atmospheric conditions, station strength and transmitter distance.
Audio 5-3 Type B audio set Audio set Your SUBARU may be equipped with one of the following audio sets. See the pages indicated in this section for operating details.
5-4 Audio Type A audio set (if equipped) The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position. Radio operation (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) AM button FM button AUX RSE button TUNE TRACK button Power switch, volume control dial SEEK FLDR button SCAN button TONE BAL button Preset button T Power switch and volume control The dial (5) is used for both power (ON/ OFF) and volume control.
Audio 5-5 V To change tone and balance control modes Each brief press of the “TONE BAL” button (8) changes control modes in the following sequence starting from volume control mode. (When the radio is first turned on, the control mode is in the volume control.
5-6 Audio T Stereo indicator The stereo indicator “ST” will come on when an FM stereo broadcast is received.
Audio 5-7 matically search for a receivable station and stop at the first one it finds. This function may not be available, however, when radio signals are weak. In such a situation, perform manual tuning to select the desired station. T Selecting preset stations Presetting a station with a preset button (9) allows you to select that station in a single operation. Up to six, AM, FM1 and FM2 stations each may be preset.
5-8 Audio Compact disc player operation (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) (7) CD button TUNE TRACK button AUDIO button SEEK FLDR button RDM button RPT button SCAN button Eject button T To playback a compact disc V When CD is not in the player Hold a disc with a finger in the center hole while gripping the edge of the disc, then insert it in to the slot (with the label side up) and the player will automatically pull the disc into position.
Audio 5-9 will appear on the display and the player will revert to the previously selected mode. y The player is designed to be able to play music CD-Rs and music CD-RWs, but it may not be able to play certain ones. y Single CDs (i.e., 8 cm/3 inch CDs) are not supported, and if inserted, they will be immediately ejected. V When CD is in the player When the “CD” button (1) is pressed, the player will start playback.
5-10 Audio T Repeating V To repeat the currently playing track/file (track) To repeat a track/file (track), briefly press the “RPT” button (6) while the track/file (track) is playing. The display will show “RPT”, and the track/file (track) will be repeated. To cancel the track/file (track) repeat-play mode: Press the “RPT” button once (non-MP3 disc) Press the “RPT” button twice (MP3 disc) The “RPT” indication will go off, and the normal playback mode will be resumed.
Audio 5-11 you perform any of the following steps: y Press the “RPT” button y Press the “SCAN” button y Press the “ ” button y Select the radio mode y Press the “RSE AUX” button y Press the “ ” or “ ” side of the SEEK FLDR button y Turn off the power of the audio equipment. y Turn the ignition switch to the “OFF” position. V MP3 disc Press the “RDM” button (5) during disc playback to play all of the tracks in the folder currently being played in random order.
5-12 Audio tion will operate, automatically reloading the disc. In this case, the disc is not played. T Display selection (MP3 disc) If you press the “AUDIO” button (3) for 0.5 second or longer during playback, the indication will change to the next one in the following sequence. File title Time Folder title T Page (track/folder title) scroll (MP3 disc) If, having pressed the “AUDIO” button (3) to select track title or folder title display, you press the “AUDIO” button again for less than 0.
Audio 5-13 Type B audio set (if equipped) The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” positions. Radio operation (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) AM button FM button AUX RSE button TUNE TRACK button Power switch, volume control dial SEEK FLDR button SCAN button TONE BAL button Preset button T Power switch and volume control The dial (5) is used for both power (ON/ OFF) and volume control.
5-14 Audio V To change tone and balance control modes Each brief press of the “TONE BAL” button (8) changes control modes in the following sequence starting from volume control mode. (When the radio is first turned on, the control mode is in the volume control.
Audio 5-15 T Stereo indicator The stereo indicator “ST” will come on when an FM stereo broadcast is received.
5-16 Audio matically search for a receivable station and stop at the first one it finds. This function may not be available, however, when radio signals are weak. In such a situation, perform manual tuning to select the desired station. T Selecting preset stations Presetting a station with a preset button allows you to select that station in a single operation. Up to six AM, FM1 and FM2 stations each may be preset. V Scan tuning (SCAN) Press the “SCAN” button (7) to change the radio to the SCAN mode.
Audio 5-17 Built-in CD changer operation (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) (7) CD button TUNE TRACK button AUDIO button SEEK FLDR button RDM button RPT button SCAN button Eject button Disc select button LOAD button NOTE (10) (9) (9) (8) 500208 y Be sure to insert a disc with the label side up. If you insert the disc the label side down, “CHECK DISC” will appear on the display and the player will not play anything.
5-18 Audio T How to insert a CD(s) V Inserting a CD 1. Briefly press the “LOAD” button (10). If the magazine in the player has an idle position where you can insert a disc, the disc number indicator associated with the idle position will blink. If no indicator blinks, it means that there is no idle position in the magazine. 2. After the disc number indicator has started to flash, insert the disc when “LOAD” flashes on the display.
Audio 5-19 steadily lights up. The player will then start playback of the selected CD, beginning with the first track. If a disc that the player cannot read has been loaded, “CHECK DISC” will appear on the display and the player will not play anything. T To select a song from its beginning V Forward direction Briefly press the “ ” side of the TUNE TRACK button (2) to skip to the beginning of the next track/file (track). Each time the button is pressed, the indicated track/file (track) number will increase.
5-20 Audio y Turn off the power of the audio equipment. y Turn the ignition switch to the “OFF” position. V To repeat the currently playing disc/ folder To repeat the currently playing disc/folder, press the “RPT” button (6) twice while a track/file (track) is playing. The display will show “D-RPT”, and the disc/folder will be played repeatedly. To cancel the disc/folder repeat-play mode, press the “RPT” button once more. The “D-RPT” indication will go off, and the normal playback mode will be resumed.
Audio 5-21 again to reselect the random mode. y Random playback will be cancelled if you perform any of the following steps: y Press the “RPT” button y Press the “SCAN” button y Press the “ ” button y Select the radio mode y Press the “RSE AUX” button y Press the “ ” or “ ” side of the SEEK FLDR button y Turn off the power of the audio equipment. y Turn the ignition switch to the “OFF” position. T SCAN The scan mode lets you listen to the first 10 seconds of each track/file (track) in succession.
5-22 Audio peat Steps 1 and 2. V Ejecting all discs from the player (All disc ejection mode) 1. If you continue to press the “ ” button (8), the player will produce beep sound and will enter the all disc ejection mode. 2. Remove the disc that has been ejected. The other discs loaded will then be ejected one after another. If you do not remove the disc that has been ejected, the “All disc ejection mode” will be canceled. Audio control buttons These buttons are located on the spokes of the steering wheel.
Audio 5-23 track/file (track); pressing it the second time makes it go back to the previous track/file (track). The track/file (track) number will be shown on the audio display. T MUTE button Precautions to observe when handling a compact 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. T Volume control buttons 500212 500211 Press the “+” button to increase the volume.
5-24 Audio TM DualDisc 500253 500090 y You cannot use a DualDisc in the CD player. If you insert a DualDisc into the player, the disc may not come out again, possibly causing the player to malfunction. y In cold and/or rainy weather, dew can form inside the CD player, preventing normal operation. If this happens, eject the CD and wait for the player to dry out. y Skipping may occur when the CD player is subjected to severe vibration (for example, when the vehicle is driven on a rough surface).
Audio 5-25 MP3 audio What is MP3? MP3 (the name is an abbreviation of ‘MPEG Audio Layer 3’) is a compression format for digital audio. It was developed by the Motion Picture Experts Group. It permits audio data to be shrunk by a factor of approximately 10 with no loss of sound quality, meaning that the audio on 10 conventional CDs can be fitted onto a single CD-R or CD-RW (assuming a bit rate of 128 kbps and a sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz).
5-26 Audio the writing software and CD recorder. y Recording must be performed using a file system supported by the audio system. Otherwise, the audio system may not play the MP3 files and may not display folder titles and file titles.
Interior equipment Interior light ........................................................ 6-2 Dome light ............................................................... Cargo area light ...................................................... 6-2 6-2 Map light ............................................................. Sun visors ........................................................... 6-3 6-3 Sun visor extension plate ...................................... Vanity mirror with light ...............
6-2 Interior equipment Interior light Cargo area light Interior equipment When leaving your vehicle, make sure the light is turned off to avoid battery discharge. Dome light 1 2 3 600404 Vehicles without Rear Seat Entertainment 1 2 3 600403 Vehicles with Rear Seat Entertainment The light switch has three positions: 1: The light stays on continuously. 2: The light comes on when any door is opened. The light remains on for several seconds and gradually goes out after all doors are closed.
Interior equipment 6-3 Map light Sun visor extension plate Sun visors 600407 600406 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 discharge. The light also can be turned on by use of the remote keyless entry transmitter. See the “Remote keyless entry system” in chapter 2 for detailed information. The setting of the period for which the light stays on can be changed by a SUBARU dealer.
6-4 Interior equipment Vanity mirror with light Storage compartment y Always keep the storage compartment closed while driving to reduce the risk of injury in the event of sudden stops or an accident. y Do not store spray cans, containers with flammable or corrosive liquids or any other dangerous items in the storage compartment. 600408 600409 Do not pull out the extension plate with the sun visor positioned over the windshield. The extension plate would obstruct your view of the rearview mirror.
Interior equipment 6-5 close it, push the lid firmly upward. To lock the glove box, insert the key and turn it clockwise. T Lower compartment T Upper compartment Center console box 1 1 600412 1) Upper compartment lock release 600411 Pull up the upper compartment lock release to open the upper compartment. 600413 1) Lower compartment lock release Pull up the lower compartment lock release to open the lower compartment.
6-6 Interior equipment Rear console To open the console, push on the lid lightly and it will automatically open. When your vehicle is parked in the sun or on a warm day, the inside of the overhead console heats up. Avoid storing plastic or other heatvulnerable or flammable articles such as a lighter in the overhead console. 600414 The rear console is located in the back of the center console box. Pull it out to use it.
Interior equipment 6-7 Front passenger’s cup holder lease button. T Center console T Door pocket Rear seat (5-seater models)/ Second-row seat (7-seater models) passenger’s cup holder T Armrest 600416 The dual cup holder is built into the center console near the parking brake lever. 600418 The door pockets can be used to hold beverage bottles and other items. 600419 A dual cup holder is built in the armrest. When placing a beverage in a door pocket, make sure it is capped.
6-8 Interior equipment Third-row seat cup holders (7-seater models) T Door pocket Accessory power outlets 600420 The door pockets can be used to hold beverage bottles and other items. When placing a beverage in a door pocket, make sure it is capped. Otherwise, the beverage could spill when opening/closing the door or while driving and, if the beverage is hot, it could scald you. 600421 600422 A cup holder is located at each side of the third-row seat.
Interior equipment 6-9 Electrical power (12V DC) from the battery is available at any of the outlets when the ignition switch is either in the “ACC” or “ON” position. You can use an in-car use electrical appliance by connecting it to an outlet. When both outlets are used at the same time, the total power consumption of the electric appliances must be 120W or less. y Do not attempt to use a cigarette lighter in the accessory power outlet.
6-10 Interior equipment gap between the center console (lower compartment) and the lid. It is also possible to pass the cord through a groove in the lid and up to the center console (upper compartment). Coat hook Rear (5-seater models)/Second-row (7-seater models) passenger area Do not hang coat hangers or other hard or pointed objects on the coat hooks.
Interior equipment 6-11 Shopping bag hook Floor mat Do not hang items on the shopping bag hook that weigh 11 lbs (5 kg) or more. 400249 A coat hook is attached to each of the passenger hand grips for the seat listed in the following. y 5-seater models: Rear seat y 7-seater models: Second seat 600497 600487 A retaining pin is located on the driver’s side of the vehicle next to the fuel filler door release. Fit the grommet in the carpet onto the pin to prevent the carpet from moving.
6-12 Interior equipment Convenient tie-down hooks The convenient tie-down hooks are designed only for securing light cargo. Never try to secure cargo that exceeds the capacity of the hooks. The maximum load capacity is 44 lbs (20 kg) per hook. Under-floor storage compartment The subfloor storage compartment is located under the floor of the cargo area and can be used to store small items. To open the lid, pull the handle up.
Interior equipment 6-13 T 7-seater models T 5-seater models HomeLink® Wireless Control System (if equipped) 2 3 600488 600518 Hang the hook provided on the underside of the lid on the rear edge of the roof to keep the lid open. 600436 Hang the hook provided on the underside of the rear half lid on the rear edge of the roof to keep the lid open.
6-14 Interior equipment gram for operation of one desired device. For details on the device types which can be operated by this system, consult the HomeLink website at www.homelink.com or call 1-800-355-3515. Note the following about this system: If your vehicle is equipped with the HomeLink® Wireless Control System, it complies with Part 15 of the Federal Communication Commission Rules in the U.S. and the RSS-210 of Industry Canada in Canada.
Interior equipment 6-15 your garage door opener may be protected by a rolling code feature. In this case you need to perform the additional steps for “Programming rolling-code-protected garage door openers in the U.S.A.” described in the following. NOTE Rolling-code-protected garage door openers are manufactured after 1996. See the instruction manual of your garage opener for confirmation. 600430 2.
6-16 Interior equipment may make the programming quicker and easier. trol System and your garage door opener should activate when the HomeLink® button is pressed. 1 Programming for entrance gates and garage door openers in Canada 1. Unplug the motor of the entrance gate or garage door opener from the outlet. 600433 1) Training button 600432 1. Locate the training button on the garage door opener motor head unit. The exact location and color of the button may vary by brand of garage door opener.
Interior equipment 6-17 ory of all three buttons. 3. Hold the end of the entrance gate’s/garage door opener’s hand-held transmitter between 1 and 3 inches (25 and 76 mm) away from the HomeLink® buttons on the driver’s sun visor, keeping the indicator light in view. opener by pressing the programmed HomeLink® button. Programming other devices To program other devices such as door locks, home lighting and security systems, contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or call 1-800-355-3515.
6-18 Interior equipment corresponding HomeLink® button after programming, contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or call 1-800-3553515 for assistance.
Starting and operating Fuel ...................................................................... 7-2 Fuel requirements .................................................. Fuel filler lid and cap .............................................. 7-2 7-3 State emission testing (U.S. only) .................... Preparing to drive .............................................. Starting the engine ............................................. Stopping the engine ...........................................
7-2 Starting and operating Fuel Starting and operating Use of a fuel which is low in quality or use of an inappropriate fuel additive may cause engine damage. Fuel requirements The engine is designed to operate using premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 AKI or higher. If premium unleaded gasoline is not available, regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher may be temporarily used.
Starting and operating 7-3 ing in your engine and fuel system. This helps keep your engine in tune and your emission control system working properly, and is a way of doing your part for cleaner air. If you continuously use a high quality fuel with the proper detergent and other additives, you should never need to add any fuel system cleaning agents to your fuel tank. Many gasolines are now blended with materials called oxygenates. Use of these fuels can also help keep the air cleaner.
7-4 Starting and operating NOTE y Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. Before refueling, always first stop the engine and make sure that there are no lighted cigarettes, open flames or electrical sparks in the adjacent area. 700303 2. Open the fuel filler lid. 1 2 700304 1) Open 2) Close 3. Remove the fuel filler cap by turning it slowly counterclockwise. y When opening the cap, do not remove the cap quickly.
Starting and operating 7-5 y Make sure that the cap is tightened until it clicks to prevent fuel spillage in the event of an accident. y Do not let fuel spill on the exterior surfaces of the vehicle. Fuels may cause paint damage, which is not covered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty. y Always use a genuine SUBARU fuel filler cap. If you use the wrong cap, it may not fit or have proper venting, and your fuel tank and emission control system might be damaged. State emission testing (U.S.
7-6 Starting and operating Under no circumstances should the rear wheels be jacked off the ground, nor should the driveshaft be disconnected for state emission testing. The EPA has issued regulations for inspecting the On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) system as part of the state emissions inspection. The OBD system is designed to detect engine and transmission problems that might cause vehicle emissions to exceed allowable limits.
Starting and operating 7-7 Starting the engine y Do not operate the starter motor continuously for more than ten seconds. If the engine fails to start after operating the starter for five to ten seconds, wait for ten seconds or more before trying again. y If you restart the engine while the vehicle is moving, shift the selector lever into the “N” position. Do not attempt to place the selector lever of a moving vehicle into the “P” position. 1. Apply the parking brake. 2.
7-8 Starting and operating Stopping the engine Do not stop the engine when the vehicle is moving. This will cause loss of power to the power steering and the brake booster, making steering and braking more difficult. It could also result in accidental activation of the “LOCK” position on the ignition switch, causing the steering wheel to lock. Automatic transmission The automatic transmission is electronically controlled and provides 5 forward speeds and 1 reverse speed.
Starting and operating 7-9 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. Selector lever In this position, the transmission is mechanically locked to prevent the vehicle from rolling freely. When you park the vehicle, first set the parking brake fully, then shift into the “P” position. Do not hold the vehicle with only the transmission.
7-10 Starting and operating Do not drive the vehicle with the selector lever in the “N” (neutral) position. Engine braking has no effect in this condition and the risk of an accident is consequently increased. T D (Drive) This position is for normal driving. The transmission automatically shifts into a suitable gear from 1st to 5th according to the vehicle speed and the acceleration you require.
Starting and operating 7-11 Selection of manual mode T Selector lever release button 1 2 3 700308 700306 If you inadvertently have turned the ignition switch to the “OFF” position with the selector lever in the “N” position, proceed as follows. By referring to the “Shift lock release” section in this chapter, remove the cover. Then, with a screwdriver inserted into the hole, move the selector lever to the “P” position while pressing the release button.
7-12 Starting and operating Gearshifts can be performed using the selector lever. 700309 Shift to the next-higher gear by briefly pushing the selector lever toward the “+” end of the manual gate. Shift to the next-lower gear by briefly pulling the selector lever toward the “–” end of the manual gate. NOTE Please read the following points carefully and bear them in mind when using the manual mode.
Starting and operating 7-13 of the gear which is about to be selected. Position mph (km/h) 1 25 (40) 2 59 (95) 3 95 (153) Never exceed posted speed limits. NOTE y In order to prevent over-revving during acceleration of the vehicle, the transmission will automatically shift to the next highest gear if the Maximum Allowable Speed for the current gear is exceeded.
7-14 Starting and operating When selected, the SPORT mode indicator light on the instrument panel will turn on. 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 the manual gate. In this mode, the transmission shifts up at higher vehicle speeds and shifts down more responsively than in normal mode.
Starting and operating 7-15 Power steering Braking Braking tips Do not hold the steering wheel at the fully locked position left or right for more than five seconds. This may damage the power steering pump. The power steering system operates only when the engine is running. If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system fails to function, you can steer but it will take much more effort.
7-16 Starting and operating functioning. If this happens, however, you will have to push the pedal much harder than normal and the braking distance will increase. diately have your vehicle inspected by the nearest SUBARU dealer. ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) NOTE Some sound accompanying operation of the vacuum pump may be heard from the engine compartment during driving. This does not indicate a fault.
Starting and operating 7-17 y When you feel the ABS system operating, you should maintain constant brake pedal pressure. Do not pump the brake pedal since doing so may defeat the operation of the ABS system. ABS warning light The ABS system prevents the lock-up of wheels which may occur during sudden braking or braking on slippery road surfaces. This helps prevent the loss of steering control and directional stability caused by wheel lock-up.
7-18 Starting and operating voltage such as when the engine is jump started, the ABS warning light may come on. This is due to the low battery voltage and does not indicate a malfunction. When the battery becomes fully charged, the light will go out. Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system The EBD system maximizes the effectiveness of the brakes by allowing the rear brakes to supply a greater proportion of the braking force.
Starting and operating 7-19 warning light illuminate simultaneously, take the following steps: 1. Stop the vehicle in the nearest safe, flat place. 2. Shut down the engine, then restart it. 3. Release the parking brake. If both warning lights go out, the EBD system may be faulty. Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected. 4.
7-20 Starting and operating y Activation of the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is an indication that the road being travelled on has a slippery surface; since having Vehicle Dynamics Control is no guarantee that full vehicle control will be maintained at all times and under all conditions, its activation should be seen as a sign that the speed of the vehicle should be reduced considerably.
Starting and operating 7-21 snow tires or winter tires y Activation of the Vehicle Dynamics Control system will cause operation of the steering wheel to feel slightly different compared to that for normal conditions. y Even if the vehicle is equipped with a Vehicle Dynamics Control system, it is important that winter tires be used when driving on snow-covered or icy roads. (All four wheels should be fitted with tires of the same size and brand).
7-22 Starting and operating ing that the Traction Control system is not operating. It comes on in the event of a malfunction in the system and is illuminated whenever the system is not operating. V Vehicle Dynamics Control warning The warning light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and goes off several seconds after engine startup. This lighting pattern indicates that the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is operating normally.
Starting and operating 7-23 y The indicator light fails to turn off after the engine is started, even when several minutes have passed to allow the engine to heat up sufficiently. Traction Control system OFF switch tivated and the vehicle will behave like a model not equipped with the Traction Control system. When the switch is pressed again to reactivate the Traction Control system, the indicator light goes off.
7-24 Starting and operating Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) 700318 The tire pressure monitoring system provides the driver with a warning message by sending a signal from a sensor that is installed in each wheel when tire pressure is severely low. The tire pressure monitoring system will activate only when the vehicle is driven at speeds above 20 mph (32 km/h).
Starting and operating 7-25 If this light still comes on while driving after adjusting the tire pressure, a tire may have significant damage and a fast leak that causes the tire to lose air rapidly. If you have a flat tire, replace it with a spare tire as soon as possible. When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel rim is replaced without the original pressure sensor/transmitter being transferred, the low tire pressure warning light will flash.
7-26 Starting and operating y Never drive while the parking brake is set because this will cause unnecessary wear on the brake linings. Before starting to drive, always make sure that the parking brake has been fully released. y Never drive with your foot on the parking brake pedal. 700319 To release the parking brake, hold down the brake pedal while pushing the parking brake pedal and slowly releasing it. When the parking brake is set while the engine is running, the parking brake warning light comes on.
Starting and operating 7-27 Cruise control To set cruise control vehicle reaches the desired speed. 0 Cruise control enables you to maintain a constant vehicle speed without holding your foot on the accelerator pedal and it is operative when the vehicle speed is 25 mph (40 km/h) or more. Make sure the main switch is turned “OFF” when the cruise control is not in use to avoid unintentionally setting the cruise control.
7-28 Starting and operating The vehicle will maintain the desired speed. y Shift the selector lever into the “N” position. Vehicle speed can be temporarily increased while driving with the cruise control activated. Simply depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle. When the accelerator pedal is released, the vehicle will return to and maintain the previous cruising speed. The “ ” indicator light in the combination meter goes off when the cruise control is cancelled.
Starting and operating 7-29 T To increase the speed (by accelerator pedal) 1. Depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle to the desired speed. 2. Push the control lever downward in the “SET/COAST” direction once. Now the desired speed is set and the vehicle will keep running at that speed without depressing the accelerator pedal.
7-30 Starting and operating If you move the cruise control lever while turning the ignition switch “ON”, the cruise control function is deactivated and the “CRUISE” indicator light flashes. To reactivate the cruise control function, turn the ignition switch back to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position, and then turn it again to the “ON” position.
Driving tips New vehicle break-in driving – the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) .............................................. Fuel economy hints ........................................... Engine exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ......... Catalytic converter ............................................. Periodic inspections .......................................... Driving in foreign countries .............................. Driving tips for AWD vehicles ...........................
8-2 Driving tips New vehicle break-in driving – the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) Fuel economy hints The performance and long life of your vehicle are dependent on how you handle and care for your vehicle while it is new. Follow these instructions during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km): y Do not race the engine. And do not allow engine speed to exceed 4,000 rpm except in an emergency. y Do not drive at one constant engine or vehicle speed for a long time, either fast or slow.
Driving tips 8-3 y If at any time you suspect that exhaust fumes are entering the vehicle, have the problem checked and corrected as soon as possible. If you must drive under these conditions, drive only with all windows fully open. y Keep the rear gate closed while driving to prevent exhaust gas from entering the vehicle.
8-4 Driving tips Periodic inspections Driving in foreign countries To keep your vehicle in the best condition at all times, always have the recommended maintenance services listed in the maintenance schedule in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet” performed at the specified time or mileage intervals. When planning to use your vehicle in another country: y Confirm the availability of the correct fuel. (Refer to the “Fuel requirements” section in chapter 7.
Driving tips 8-5 provide better traction when driving on slippery, wet or snow-covered roads and when moving out of mud, dirt and sand. By shifting power between the front and rear wheels, SUBARU AWD can also provide added traction during acceleration, and added engine braking force during deceleration. Therefore, your SUBARU AWD vehicle may handle differently than an ordinary two wheel drive vehicle and it contains some features unique to AWD.
8-6 Driving tips y Whenever strong crosswinds are present, slow down sufficiently to maintain control of your vehicle. Remember that your vehicle, with its higher profile and center of gravity, is more likely to be affected by crosswinds than ordinary passenger cars. y Always use the utmost care in driving – overconfidence because you are driving an All-Wheel Drive vehicle could easily lead to a serious accident. Your B9 TRIBECA is classified as a utility vehicle.
Driving tips 8-7 underbody. Clear off any such matter from the underbody. If the vehicle is used with these materials trapped or adhering to the underbody, a mechanical breakdown or fire could occur. y Secure all cargo carried inside the vehicle and make certain that it is not piled higher than the seatbacks. During sudden stops or jolts, unsecured cargo could be thrown around in the vehicle and cause injury. Do not pile heavy loads on the roof.
8-8 Driving tips squirting them with deicer or glycerin. Forcing a frozen door open may damage or separate the rubber weather strips around the door. If the door is frozen, use hot water to melt the ice, and afterwards thoroughly wipe the water away. Use a windshield washer fluid that contains an antifreeze solution. Do not use engine antifreeze or other substitutes because they may damage the paint of the vehicle. SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid contains 58.5% methyl alcohol and 41.5% surfactant, by volume.
Driving tips 8-9 If there is caked snow or ice, remove it, being careful not to damage the disc brakes and brake hoses and ABS harness. T Refueling in cold weather To help prevent moisture from forming in the fuel system and the risk of its freezing, use of an antifreeze additive in the fuel tank is recommended during cold weather. Use only additives that are specifically designed for this purpose.
8-10 Driving tips wiper blades (winter blades) during the seasons you could have snow and subzero temperatures. Blades of this type give superior wiping performance in snowy conditions. Be sure to use blades that are suitable for your vehicle. During high-speed driving, nonfreezing type wiper blades may not perform as well as standard wiper blades. If this happens, reduce the vehicle speed. NOTE When the season requiring non-freezing type wiper blades is over, replace them with standard wiper blades.
Driving tips 8-11 Recommended winter (snow) tire size you are driving with tire chains could easily lead to a serious accident. Loading your vehicle P255/55R18 stud less Rocking the vehicle Tire chains Tire chains cannot be used on tires listed in the following because of lack of clearance between the tires and vehicle body.
8-12 Driving tips y When you carry something inside the vehicle, secure it whenever you can to prevent it from being thrown around inside the vehicle during sudden stops, sharp turns or in an accident. Do not carry spray cans, containers with flammable or corrosive liquids or any other dangerous items inside the vehicle. y Do not pile heavy loads on the roof. These loads raise the vehicle’s center of gravity and make it more prone to tip over.
Driving tips 8-13 GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating) 800203 Certification label The certification label attached to the driver’s side door shows GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) and GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating). The GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) must never exceed the GVWR. GVW is the combined total of weight of the vehicle, fuel, driver, all passengers, luggage, any optional equipment and trailer tongue load.
8-14 Driving tips y When using the roof crossbar kit, make sure that the total weight of the crossbars, carrying attachment and cargo does not exceed the maximum load limit. Overloading may cause damage to the vehicle and create a safety hazard. Cargo can be carried after securing the roof crossbar kit to the roof rail and installing the appropriate carrying attachment. When installing the roof crossbar kit, follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
Driving tips 8-15 Trailer hitch (if equipped) 1 800256 1) Trailer hitch y Never exceed the maximum weight specified for the trailer hitch. Exceeding the maximum weight could cause an accident resulting in serious personal injuries. Permissible trailer weight changes depending on the situation. Refer to the next section “Trailer towing” for possible recommendations and limitations. y Trailer brakes are required when the towing load exceeds 1,000 lbs (453 kg).
8-16 Driving tips hitch receiver tube so that the pin passes through the ball mount. 1 2 800258 800207 3. Insert the safety pin into the hitch pin securely. 4. Pull the ball mount to make sure it does not come off the hitch receiver. 800209 1) Hitch ball installation point 2) Hooks for safety chains 5. Use only a hitch ball that is appropriate for the ball mount and your trailer. The hitch ball must be securely installed on the ball mount. 6. Connect your trailer to the hitch ball. 7.
Driving tips 8-17 y Place the dust cap over the four-pin connector of the hitch wire harness to protect against possible damage. y Occasionally lubricate terminals of the four-pin connector using the terminal grease. 800210 Hitch harness connector 8. Connect the hitch wire harness’s black four-pin wire connector to the towing trailer’s wire harness. 9.
8-18 Driving tips required due to the additional load. (Refer to “Maintenance schedule under severe driving conditions” in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”.) Under no circumstances should a trailer be towed with a new vehicle or a vehicle with any new powertrain component (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearings, etc.) for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of driving. y Before towing a trailer, check the trailer total weight, GVW, GAWs and tongue load.
Driving tips 8-19 Vehicle without cooling kit Conditions Maximum total trailer weight When towing a trailer without brakes. 1,000 lbs (453 kg) When towing a trailer with brakes. 2,000 lbs (906 kg) When towing a trailer on a long uphill grade continuously for over 5 miles (8 km) with an outside temperature of 104°F (40°C) or above. 1,000 lbs (453 kg) T Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) and Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Vehicle with cooling kit Conditions When towing a trailer without brakes.
8-20 Driving tips cle. The total weight applied to each axle (GAW) must never exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). The front and rear GAWs can be adjusted by relocating passengers and luggage inside the vehicle. The front and rear GAWR are also shown on the certification label.
Driving tips 8-21 Trailer hitches Vehicle without cooling kit: 200 lbs (90 kg) Vehicle with cooling kit: 350 lbs (158 kg) F 1 2 60% 40% 50% 50% 800216 800215 1) Jack 2) Bathroom scale The tongue load can be weighed with a bathroom scale as shown in the following illustration. When weighing the tongue load, be sure to position the towing coupler at the height at which it would be during actual towing, using a jack as shown.
8-22 Driving tips The use of a genuine SUBARU trailer hitch is recommended. A genuine SUBARU hitch is available from your SUBARU dealer. If use of a non-genuine hitch is unavoidable, be sure the hitch is suited to your vehicle and trailer. Consult with a professional hitch supplier to assist you in choosing an appropriate hitch for your vehicle. Be sure to follow all of the hitch manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use. Never use a hitch that mounts only to the rear bumper.
Driving tips 8-23 T Side mirrors Connection of trailer lights to your vehicle’s electrical system requires modifications to the vehicle’s lighting circuit to increase its capacity and accommodate wiring changes. To ensure the trailer lights are connected properly, please consult your SUBARU dealer. Check for proper operation of the turn signals, the brake lights and parking lights each time you hitch up.
8-24 Driving tips T Before starting out on a trip y Check that the vehicle and vehicle-tohitch mounting are in good condition. If any problems are apparent, do not tow the trailer. y Check that the vehicle sits horizontally with the trailer attached. If the vehicle is tipped sharply up at the front and down at the rear, check the total trailer weight, GVW, GAWs and tongue load again, then confirm that the load and its distribution are acceptable. y Check that the tire pressures are correct.
Driving tips 8-25 heating of your vehicle’s brakes. Do not make sudden downshifts. y When driving uphill in hot weather, the air conditioner may turn off automatically to protect the engine from overheating. y When driving uphill in hot weather, pay attention to the water temperature gauge pointer and AT OIL TEMP warning light since the engine and transmission are relatively prone to overheating under these conditions.
In case of emergency If you park your vehicle in an emergency ........ Spare tire ............................................................. 9-2 9-2 Removing the spare tire ......................................... Re-storage of spare tire ......................................... 9-3 9-5 Temporary spare tire .......................................... Flat tires .............................................................. 9-6 9-7 Changing a flat tire ..............................................
9-2 In case of emergency If you park your vehicle in an emergency In case of emergency the turn signals do not work. Spare tire 900201 300504 The hazard warning flasher should be used in day or night to warn other drivers when you have to park your vehicle under emergency conditions. Avoid stopping on the road. It is best to safely pull off the road if a problem occurs. The hazard warning flasher can be activated regardless of the ignition switch position.
In case of emergency 9-3 the “Temporary spare tire” section in this chapter for instructions and precautions. Removing the spare tire 1. Take the wheel nut wrench and extension out of the tool bag. Refer to the “Maintenance tools” section in this chapter. 900203 900205 7. Fit the extension onto the hex-headed hoist shaft end. 4. Remove the access cover. 900202 2. Remove the subfloor storage lid in the cargo area. 3. Take out the jack. 900204 900206 5. Remove the cap. 6.
9-4 In case of emergency wise with the wheel nut wrench until the temporary spare tire is on the ground with enough cable slack to allow you to pull it out from under the vehicle. y Be sure to remove (not simply keep it open) the subfloor storage lid before turning the wheel nut wrench, otherwise the lid may be damaged. 10.Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the center of the temporary spare tire. 11.
In case of emergency 9-5 A full size flat tire should be stowed in the spare tire holder in an emergency only. After having the full-size flat tire repaired, immediately swap it with the temporary spare tire. Never stow a full-size tire that is not flat in the spare tire holder. Doing so can result in damage to adjacent under floor parts and can lead to a serious accident. When using the spare tire hoist: Do not use air tools or power tools to turn the spare tire hoist shaft end.
9-6 In case of emergency Temporary spare tire y Never tow a trailer when the temporary spare tire is used. The temporary spare tire is not designed to sustain the towing load. Use of the temporary spare tire when towing can result in failure of the spare tire and/or less stability of the vehicle and may lead to an accident. y When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel rim is replaced without the original pressure sensor/transmitter being transferred, the low tire pressure warning light will flash.
In case of emergency 9-7 Flat tires If you have a flat tire while driving, never brake suddenly; keep driving straight ahead while gradually reducing speed. Then slowly pull off the road to a safe place. Changing a flat tire y Do not jack up the vehicle on an incline or a loose road surface. The jack can come out of the jacking point or sink into the ground and this can result in a severe accident. y Always turn off the engine before raising the flat tire off the ground using the jack.
9-8 In case of emergency 1 nut wrench but do not remove the nuts. 2 3 900262 900211 900213 5 seater models 1) Jack handle 2) Jack 3) Spare tire 7. Insert the tip (wrapped in vinyl tape or a cloth) of a flat-head screwdriver into the slot between the wheel and cap. Use it to remove the cap. 9. Place the jack under the side sill at the front or rear jack-up point closest to the flat tire. 5. Take out the jack and jack handle. The jack and jack handle are stored under the floor of the cargo area. 6.
In case of emergency 9-9 head engages firmly into the jack-up point. Do not use oil or grease on the wheel studs or nuts when the spare tire is installed. This could cause the nuts to become loose and lead to an accident. 14.Turn the jack handle counterclockwise to lower the vehicle. 900009 900215 10.Insert the jack handle into the jackscrew, and turn the handle until the tire clears the ground. Do not raise the vehicle higher than necessary. 11.Remove the wheel nuts and the flat tire.
9-10 In case of emergency use your foot on the wheel nut wrench or a pipe extension on the wrench because you may exceed the specified torque. Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility. 900208 Do not use the extension when turning the wheel nuts. If you did, you would not be able to achieve sufficient tightening torque. The wheel nuts could then come loose, resulting in a serious accident. 16.Store the flat tire in the spare tire holder.
In case of emergency 9-11 If the low tire pressure warning light comes on while driving, never brake suddenly and keep driving straight ahead while gradually reducing speed. Then slowly pull off the road to a safe place. Otherwise an accident involving serious vehicle damage and serious personal injury could occur. Check the pressure for all four tires and adjust the pressure to the COLD tire pressure shown on the vehicle placard on the door pillar on the driver’s side.
9-12 In case of emergency y Whenever working on or around a battery, always wear suitable eye protectors, and remove metal objects such as rings, bands or other metal jewelry. y Be sure the jumper cables and clamps on them do not have loose or missing insulation. Do not jump start unless cables in suitable condition are available. y A running engine can be dangerous. Keep your fingers, hands, clothing, hair and tools away from the cooling fan, belts and any other moving engine parts.
In case of emergency 9-13 (4) (3) (2) (1) 1) Connect one jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal on the discharged battery. 2) Connect the other end of the jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the booster battery. 3) Connect one end of the other cable to the negative (–) terminal of the booster battery. 4) Connect the other end of the cable to the strut mounting nut. Make sure that the cables are not near any moving parts and that the cable clamps are not in contact with any other metal.
9-14 In case of emergency 5. Start the engine of the vehicle with the booster battery and run it at moderate speed. Then start the engine of the vehicle that has the discharged battery. 6. When finished, carefully disconnect the cables in exactly the reverse order. Engine overheating Never attempt to remove the radiator cap until the engine has been shut off and has fully cooled down. When the engine is hot, the coolant is under pressure.
In case of emergency 9-15 Towing and tie-down hooks Towing The towing hooks should be used only in an emergency (e.g., to free a stuck vehicle from mud, sand or snow). Never tow AWD vehicles with the front wheels raised off the ground while the rear wheels are on the ground, or with the rear wheels raised off the ground while the front wheels are on the ground. This will cause the vehicle to spin away due to the operation or deterioration of the center differential.
9-16 In case of emergency After towing, remove the towing hook from the vehicle and stow it in the tool bag. Fit the towing hook cover on the bumper. 2. Pry off the cover on the rear bumper using a screwdriver, and you will find a threaded hole for attaching the towing hook. y Do not use the towing hook except when towing your vehicle. 900219 3. Screw the towing hook into the thread hole until the threads can no longer be seen. y Be sure to remove the towing hook after towing.
In case of emergency 9-17 4. Tighten the towing hook securely using a wheel nut wrench. After towing, remove the towing hook from the vehicle and stow it in the tool bag. Put the thread hole cover on the rear bumper. The front tie-down hooks are located between each of the front tires and the front bumper. Using a flat-bed truck Rear tie-down hooks: y Do not use the towing hook except when towing your vehicle. y Be sure to remove the towing hook after towing.
9-18 In case of emergency Towing with all wheels on the ground 900227 y Never turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position while the vehicle is being towed because the steering wheel and the direction of the wheels will be locked. y Remember that the brake booster and power steering do not function when the engine is not running. Because the engine is turned off, it will take greater effort to operate the brake pedal and steering wheel.
In case of emergency 9-19 Jack and jack handle Maintenance tools 900263 3. Unlock the rear gate by moving the lever to the right. 4. Open the rear gate from outside by raising the rear gate handle.
9-20 In case of emergency the cargo area. For how to use the jack, refer to the “Flat tires” section in this chapter.
Appearance care Exterior care ....................................................... 10-2 Washing ................................................................... Waxing and polishing ............................................. Cleaning aluminum wheels .................................... 10-2 10-3 10-3 Corrosion protection .......................................... 10-3 Most common causes of corrosion ...................... To help prevent corrosion .....................................
10-2 Appearance care Exterior care Appearance care Washing y When washing the vehicle, the brakes may get wet. As a result, the brake stopping distance will be longer. To dry the brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe speed while lightly pressing the brake pedal to heat up the brakes. y Do not wash the engine compartment and areas adjacent to it.
Appearance care 10-3 of the high temperature, high pressure type, and they can damage or deform the resin parts such as mouldings, or cause water to leak into the vehicle. Waxing and polishing Always wash and dry the vehicle before waxing and polishing. Use a good quality polish and wax and apply them according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Wax or polish when the painted surface is cool. Be sure to polish and wax the chrome trim, as well as the painted surfaces.
10-4 Appearance care other parts of the vehicle may be dry. 4. High temperatures will cause corrosion to parts of the vehicle which cannot dry quickly due to lack of proper ventilation. To help prevent corrosion Wash the vehicle regularly to prevent corrosion of the body and suspension components.
Appearance care 10-5 quality natural product which will retain its distinctive appearance and feel for many years with proper care. Allowing dust or road dirt to build up on the surface can cause the material to become brittle and to wear prematurely. Regular cleaning with a soft, moist, natural fiber cloth should be performed monthly, taking care not to soak the leather or allow water to penetrate the stitched seams.
Maintenance and service Maintenance schedule ....................................... Maintenance precautions .................................. Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment ........................................................ When you do checking or servicing in the engine compartment while the engine is running .................................................................. Engine hood ....................................................... Engine compartment overview ....
Maintenance and service Windshield washer fluid .................................... 11-30 Replacement of wiper blades ............................ 11-31 Windshield wiper blade assembly ........................ Windshield wiper blade rubber ............................. Rear window wiper blade assembly ..................... Rear window wiper blade rubber .......................... 11-31 11-32 11-33 11-33 Battery ................................................................. Fuses .....................
Maintenance and service 11-3 Maintenance schedule Maintenance and service The scheduled maintenance items required to be serviced at regular intervals are shown in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. For details of your maintenance schedule, read the separate “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. Maintenance precautions When maintenance and service are required, it is recommended that all work be done by an authorized SUBARU dealer.
11-4 Maintenance and service y Wear adequate eye protection to guard against getting oil or fluids in your eyes. If something does get in your eyes, thoroughly wash them out with clean water. y Do not tamper with the wiring of the SRS airbag system or seatbelt pretensioner system, or attempt to take its connectors apart, as that may activate the system or it can render it inoperative. The wiring and connectors of these systems are yellow for easy identification. NEVER use a circuit tester for these wiring.
Maintenance and service 11-5 Always check that the hood is properly locked before you start driving. If it is not, it might fly open while the vehicle is moving and block your view, which may cause an accident and serious bodily injury. B00301 3. Release the secondary hood release located under the front grille by moving the lever toward the left. 4. Lift up the hood. To close the hood: 1.
11-6 Maintenance and service Engine compartment overview 1 2 1) 2) 3 4 5 12 11 10 9 6 8 7 B00302 Air cleaner element (page 11-13) Power steering fluid reservoir (page 11-19) 3) Differential gear oil level gauge (page 11-16) 4) Automatic transmission fluid level gauge (page 11-15) 5) Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-20) 6) Fuse box (page 11-36) 7) Battery (page 11-35) 8) Windshield washer tank (page 11-30) 9) Radiator cap (page 11-11) 10) Engine oil filler cap (page 11-7) 11) Engine coolant reservoi
Maintenance and service 11-7 Engine oil Checking the oil level If you check the oil level just after stopping the engine, wait a few minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil pan before checking the level. To prevent overfilling the engine oil, do not add any additional oil above the upper level when the engine is cold. 1 Check the engine oil level at each fuel stop. 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and stop the engine.
11-8 Maintenance and service wrench. 8. Before installing a new oil filter, apply a thin coat of engine oil to the seal. 9. Clean the rubber seal seating area of the bottom of engine and install the oil filter by hand turning. Be careful not to twist or damage the seal. 10.Tighten the oil filter by the amount indicated in the following table after the seal makes contact with the bottom of engine. B00305 4. Drain out the engine oil by removing the drain plug while the engine is still warm.
Maintenance and service 11-9 Oil grade: ILSAC GF-4, which can be identified with the ILSAC certification mark (Starburst mark) or API classification SM with the A 2 G SAE 5W-30 3 B00014 ILSAC Certification Mark (Starburst Mark) SERVICE S I P R IN These recommended oil grades can be identified by looking for either or both of the following marks displayed on the oil container. M Use only engine oil with the recommended grade and viscosity.
11-10 Maintenance and service API classification SM (or SL): -30 -20 -10 -20 0 0 20 40 10 20 30 40 60 80 100 5W-30* 10W-30, 10W-40 Cooling system SAE viscosity No.: 30, 40, 10W-50, 20W-40, 20W-50 Never attempt to remove the radiator cap until the engine has been shut off and has cooled down completely. Since the coolant is under pressure, you may suffer serious burns from a spray of boiling hot coolant when the cap is removed.
Maintenance and service 11-11 y Do not splash the engine coolant over painted parts. The alcohol contained in the engine coolant may damage the paint surface. Engine coolant T Checking the coolant level Hose and connections Your vehicle employs an electric cooling fan which is thermostatically controlled to operate when the engine coolant reaches a specific temperature.
11-12 Maintenance and service T Changing the coolant Always add genuine Subaru cooling system conditioner whenever the coolant is replaced. Change the engine coolant and add genuine Subaru cooling system conditioner using the following procedures according to the maintenance schedule in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. 1. Remove the under cover. Never attempt to remove the radiator cap until the engine has been shut off and has cooled down completely.
Maintenance and service 11-13 rectly in place. 8. Start and run the engine for more than five minutes at 2,000 to 3,000 rpm. 9. Stop the engine and wait until the coolant cools down (122 to 140°F [50 to 60°C]). If there is any loss of coolant, add coolant to the radiator’s filler neck and to the reserve tank’s “FULL” level. 10.Put the radiator cap and reservoir cap back on and tighten firmly. B00309 6. Pour the coolant and fill to the reservoir tank’s “FULL” level mark.
11-14 Maintenance and service 4. To install the air cleaner case cover, snap the two clamps on the air cleaner case cover. Spark plugs It may be difficult to replace the spark plugs. It is recommended that you have the spark plugs replaced by your SUBARU dealer. The spark plugs should be replaced according to the maintenance schedule in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. B00312 1. Unsnap the two clamps holding the air cleaner case cover. B00313 2.
Maintenance and service 11-15 The automatic transmission fluid expands largely as its temperature rises; the fluid level differs according to fluid temperature. Therefore, there are two different 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 level when the fluid is at operating temperature.
11-16 Maintenance and service 4. Pull out the dipstick and check the fluid level on the gauge. If it is below the lower level on the “HOT” range, add the recommended automatic transmission fluid up to the upper level. T Checking the fluid level when the fluid is cold When the fluid level has to be checked without time to warm up the automatic transmission, check to see that the fluid level is between the lower level and upper level on the “COLD” range.
Maintenance and service 11-17 Recommended grade and viscosity F Each oil manufacturer has its own base oils and additives. Never use different brands together. Oil grade: 1 API classification GL-5 Rear differential gear oil Checking the gear oil level Your vehicle may be equipped with a rear differential protector. The differential protector provides protection to the rear differential assembly during off-road use.
11-18 Maintenance and service -30 -20 -10 1 3 2 B00320 1) Filler hole 2) Drain hole 3) Oil level Remove the plug from the filler hole and check the oil level. The oil level should be kept even with the bottom of the filler hole. If the oil level is below the bottom edge of the hole, add oil through the filler hole to raise the level. y Be careful not to spill rear differential gear oil when adding it.
Maintenance and service 11-19 Power steering fluid Checking the fluid level HOT MAX HOT MIN COLD MAX COLD MIN B00321 Be careful not to burn yourself because the fluid may be hot. y When power steering fluid is being added, use only clean fluid, and be careful not to allow any dirt into the tank. And never use different brands together. y Avoid spilling fluid when adding it in the tank. y Be careful not to spill power steering fluid when adding it.
11-20 Maintenance and service Brake fluid Checking the fluid level y Never let brake fluid contact your eyes because brake fluid can be harmful to your eyes. If brake fluid gets in your eyes, immediately flush them thoroughly with clean water. For safety, when performing this work, wearing eye protection is advisable. y Brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air. Any absorbed moisture can cause a dangerous loss of braking performance.
Maintenance and service 11-21 Checking the brake pedal reserve distance Brake booster Brake pedal If the brake booster does not operate as described in the following, have it checked by your SUBARU dealer. 1. With the engine off, depress the brake pedal several times, applying the same pedal force each time. The distance the pedal travels should not vary. 2. With the brake pedal depressed, start the engine. The pedal should move slightly down to the floor. 3.
11-22 Maintenance and service Replacement of brake pad and lining If you continue to drive despite the scraping noise from the audible brake pad wear indicator, it will result in the need for costly brake rotor repair or replacement. you apply the brake pedal, have the brake pads serviced by your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings When replacing the brake pad or lining, use only genuine SUBARU parts.
Maintenance and service 11-23 Parking brake stroke Tires and wheels Types of tires You should be familiar with type of tires present on your vehicle. B00325 Check the parking brake stroke according to the maintenance schedule in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. When the parking brake is properly adjusted, braking power is fully applied by pressing the pedal five to six notches gently but firmly (approximately 67 lbs, 300 N, 30 kg).
11-24 Maintenance and service ery difference of 10°F (5.6°C) between the temperature in the garage and the temperature outside. By way of example, the following table shows the required tire pressures that correspond to various outside temperatures when the temperature in the garage is 60°F (15.6°C). Standard tire pressures: Front: 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2) Rear: 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2) Garage temperature: 60°F (15.
Maintenance and service 11-25 If this light still comes on while driving after adjusting the tire pressure, a tire may have significant damage and a fast leak that causes the tire to lose air rapidly. If you have a flat tire, replace it with a spare tire as soon as possible. When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel rim is replaced without the original pressure sensor/transmitter being transferred, the low tire pressure warning light will flash.
11-26 Maintenance and service NOTE y The air pressure in a tire increases by approximately 4.3 psi (30 kPa, 0.3 kgf/cm2) when the tire becomes warm. y The tires are considered cold when the vehicle has been parked for at least three hours or has been driven less than one mile (1.6 km). Do not let air out of warm tires to adjust pressure. Doing so will result in low tire pressure. Incorrect tire pressures detract from controllability and ride comfort, and they cause the tires to wear abnormally.
Maintenance and service 11-27 y Abnormally high tire pressure (tread worn in center) B00052 Ride comfort is poor. Also, the tire magnifies the effects of road-surface bumps and dips, possibly resulting in vehicle damage. Driving at high speeds with excessively low tire pressures can cause the tires to deform severely and to rapidly become hot. A sharp increase in temperature could cause tread separation, and destruction of the tires. The resulting loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident.
11-28 Maintenance and service When a tire’s tread wear indicator becomes visible, the tire is worn beyond the acceptable limit and must be replaced immediately. With a tire in this condition, driving at high speeds in wet weather can cause the vehicle to hydroplane. The resulting loss of vehicle control can lead to an accident. NOTE For safety, inspect the tire tread regularly and replace the tires before their tread wear indicators become visible. Tire rotation Tire wear varies from wheel to wheel.
Maintenance and service 11-29 Aluminum wheels y All four tires must be the same in terms of manufacturer, brand (tread pattern), construction, degree of wear, speed symbol, load index and size. Mixing tires of different types, sizes or degrees of wear can result in damage to the vehicle’s power train. Use of different types or sizes of tires can also dangerously reduce controllability and braking performance and can lead to an accident. y Use only radial tires.
11-30 Maintenance and service Windshield washer fluid Never use engine coolant as washer fluid because it could cause paint damage. B00328 300544 Hi If you spray washer fluid on the windshield but the windshield washer fluid warning light comes on or the supply of washer fluid drops, check the level of washer fluid in the tank. id until it reaches the “Hi” level on the level gauge. After adding fluid, make sure the windshield washer fluid warning light has gone out. Use windshield washer fluid.
Maintenance and service 11-31 centration to the outside temperature. If you fill the reservoir tank with a fluid with a different concentration from the one used previously, purge the old fluid from the piping between the reservoir tank and washer nozzles by operating the washer for a certain period of time. Otherwise, if the concentration of the fluid remaining in the piping is too low for the outside temperature, it may freeze and block the nozzles.
11-32 Maintenance and service 2. While pressing the wiper blade stopper, slide the wiper blade assembly downward. 3. Remove the wiper blade assembly from the wiper arm. 4. Put the wiper blade assembly on the wiper arm and slide it upward while pressing the wiper blade stopper. Make sure that it locks in place. 5. Hold the wiper arm by hand and slowly lower it in position. Windshield wiper blade rubber 1 B00397 Do not let go of the wiper arm until it touches the windshield.
Maintenance and service 11-33 4. Be sure to position the claws at the end of the metal 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 rear window. B00398 700064 3. Pull the wiper blade assembly toward you to remove it from the wiper arm. 3.
11-34 Maintenance and service 1. Pull out the end of the blade rubber assembly to unlock it from the plastic support. 3. If the new blade rubber is not provided with two metal spines, remove the metal spines from the old blade rubber and install them in the new blade rubber. B00067 B00064 2. Pull the blade rubber assembly out of the plastic support. 1 B00333 1) Metal spines B00066 4.
Maintenance and service 11-35 Battery y Before beginning work on or near any battery, be sure to extinguish all cigarettes, matches, and lighters. Never expose a battery to an open flame or electric sparks. Batteries give off a gas which is highly flammable and explosive. y For safety, in case an explosion does occur, wear eye protection or shield your eyes when working near any battery. Never lean over a battery.
11-36 Maintenance and service Fuses Never replace a fuse with one having a higher rating or with material other than a fuse because serious damage or a fire could result. B00335 Open the lid that is located above the hood release knob and pull it toward you to remove it. B00198 The spare fuses are stored in the main fuse box cover in the engine compartment. B00334 The fuses are designed to melt during an overload to prevent damage to the wiring harness and electrical equipment.
Maintenance and service 11-37 Main fuse 1 2 B00338 1) Good 2) Blown If any lights, accessories or other electrical controls do not operate, inspect the corresponding fuse. If a fuse has blown, replace it. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position and turn off all electrical accessories. 2. Remove the cover. 3. Determine which fuse may be blown. The back side of each fuse box cover and the “Fuses and circuits” section in chapter 12 in this manual show the circuit for each fuse. 600160 4.
11-38 Maintenance and service Installation of accessories Always consult your SUBARU dealer before installing fog lights or any other electrical equipment in your vehicle. Such accessories may cause the electronic system to malfunction if they are incorrectly installed or if they are not suited for the vehicle.
Maintenance and service 11-39 Replacing bulbs 1 2 8 3 4 5 6 9 7 15 10 14 13 11 12 B00339 – CONTINUED –
11-40 Maintenance and service 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 11) 12) 13) 14) 15) High beam headlight Low beam headlight Front turn signal/Parking light Parking/Front side marker light Map light Dome light Door step light Fog light Cargo area light Tail light Brake/tail light Rear turn signal light Backup light Rear gate light Licence plate light Wattage Bulb No. 12V-65W 12V-55W 12V-27/8W 12V-5W 12V-8W 12V-5W 12V-3W 12V-55W 12V-13W 12V-3.
Maintenance and service 11-41 T Low beam light bulbs 4. Replace the bulb, then set the retainer spring securely. 5. Reconnect the electrical connector. 6. Install the bulb cover. Parking light T High beam light bulbs B00340 B00343 1. Remove the bulb cover, by turning it counterclockwise. 1. Remove the bulb socket from the headlight assembly by turning it counterclockwise. B00342 B00341 2. Disconnect the electrical connector. 3. Remove the retainer spring. 1.
11-42 Maintenance and service Rear combination lights new bulb. 3. Set the bulb socket into the headlight assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks. 4. Install the headlight assembly and the front grille in the reverse order of removal. Front turn signal light B00346 B00345 1. Remove the bulb socket from the headlight assembly by turning it counterclockwise. 2. Remove the bulb from the socket by pushing it and turning counterclockwise. Install a new bulb. 3.
Maintenance and service 11-43 Backup light/Tail light 2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it. 3. Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket and replace it with a new one. 4. Install the bulb socket by turning it clockwise. Install the light cover on the rear gate. 1 Rear gate light 2 B00349 1) Brake/tail light 2) Rear turn signal light 3. Remove the bulb holder from the rear combination light assembly by turning it counterclockwise. 4.
11-44 Maintenance and service License plate light 0 new bulb. 4. Reinstall the lens and cover. 5. Tighten the mounting screws. Dome light B00352 2. Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket and replace it with a new one. 3. Install the rear gate light assembly on the rear gate. B00353 1. Remove the mounting screws using a Phillips screwdriver. 2. Remove the lens. B00355 Vehicles with Rear Seat Entertainment B00354 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket.
Maintenance and service 11-45 its ends are aligned vertically. Pull the bulb straight downward to remove it. Install a new bulb. 3. Reinstall the lens. Map light 0 700084 700083 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 new bulb. 4. Reinstall the lens. Vehicles without Rear Seat Entertainment 1. Remove the lens by prying the edge of the lens with a flat-head screwdriver. B00356 1.
11-46 Maintenance and service Cargo area light 700079 700078 1. Remove the cargo area light assembly by prying the edge of the light with a flathead screwdriver. 2. Remove the lens from the cargo area light assembly. 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Install a new bulb. 4. Reinstall the lens.
Specifications Specifications ..................................................... 12-2 Dimensions ............................................................. Engine ...................................................................... Electrical system .................................................... Capacities ................................................................ Tires ......................................................................... Wheel alignment ...........................
12-2 Specifications Specifications Specifications These specifications are subject to change without notice. Dimensions in (mm) Overall length 189.8 (4,822) Overall width 73.9 (1,878) Overall height 66.4 (1,686) Wheel base 108.2 (2,749) Tread Front 62.2 (1,580) Rear 62.1 (1,578) Ground clearance 8.4 (213) Engine Engine model Engine type Displacement cc (cu-in) Bore × Stroke in (mm) Compression ratio Firing order EZ30D (3.
Specifications 12-3 Electrical system Battery type and capacity (5HR) 75D23L (12V–52AH) Alternator 12V–110A Spark plugs ILFR6B (NGK) Capacities Fuel tank 16.9 US gal (64 liters, 14.1 Imp gal) Engine oil 5.8 US qt (5.5 liters, 4.8 Imp qt) Transmission fluid 10.4 US qt (9.8 liters, 8.6 Imp qt) AT differential gear oil 1.5 US qt (1.4 liters, 1.2 Imp qt) Rear differential gear oil 0.8 US qt (0.8 liter, 0.7 Imp qt) Power steering fluid 0.9 US qt (0.9 liter, 0.8 Imp qt) Engine coolant 7.
12-4 Specifications Wheel alignment Toe Camber Front 0 in (0 mm) Rear 0.
Specifications 12-5 Fuses and circuits Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment 1 6 13 20 27 7 14 21 28 8 15 22 29 2 9 16 23 30 3 10 17 24 31 4 11 18 25 32 5 Fuse panel Fuse rating 1 20A 2 Empty 3 15A y Door locking 4 7.5A y Front wiper deicer relay y Moonroof 5 7.5A y Combination meter 6 7.
12-6 Specifications Fuse panel Fuse rating 14 15A Circuit y Position light y Tail light y Rear combination light 15 20A y Console socket 16 10A y Illumination 17 15A y Seat heaters 18 10A y Backup light 19 7.5A y Headlight right side relay 20 Empty 21 7.5A y Starter relay 22 15A y Air conditioner y Rear window defogger relay coil 23 15A y Rear wiper y Rear window washer 24 15A y Audio unit 25 15A y SRS airbag system (Main) 26 7.
Specifications 12-7 Fuse panel located in the engine compartment 1 2 A 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 14 11 13 C00100 A) Main fuse Fuse panel Fuse rating Circuit 1 30A y Vehicle dynamics control unit 2 25A y Main fan 3 25A y Main fan 4 15A y Headlight (right side) 5 15A y Headlight (left side) 6 20A y Backup 7 15A y Horn 8 25A y Rear window defogger 9 15A y Fuel pump 10 15A y Automatic transmission control unit 11 7.
12-8 Specifications Bulb chart Description Headlight Low beam High beam Fog light Front turn signal/Parking light Parking/Front side marker light Rear combination light Rear turn signal light Brake/tail Tail light Backup light License plate light Cargo area light Dome light Map light Door step light Rear gate light Wattage Bulb No. 12V-55W 12V-65W 12V-55W 12V-27/8W H7 H9 H3 – 12V-5W – 12V-21W (W21W) 12V-21/5W 12V-3.
Specifications 12-9 Vehicle identification 1 6 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 2 5 4 3 7 C00110 Vehicle identification number Certification and bar code label Tire inflation pressure label Vehicle identification number plate Model number plate Emission control label Fuel label
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Tire information .................................................. 13-2 Tire labeling ............................................................. 13-2 Recommended tire inflation pressure .................. 13-5 Glossary of tire terminology .................................. 13-6 Tire care – maintenance and safety practices ..... 13-7 Vehicle load limit – how to determine ...................
13-2 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects For U.S.A. The following information has been compiled according to Code of Federal Regulations “Title 49, Part 575”. Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Tire information Example: Tire labeling P Many markings (e.g. Tire size, Tire Identification Number or TIN) are placed on the sidewall of a tire by tire manufacturers. These marking can provide you with useful information on the tire.
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects 13-3 which specifies the maximum load a tire can carry at the speed indicated by its speed symbol, at maximum inflation pressure. For example, “104” means 1,984 lbs (900 kg), “100” means 1,764 lbs (800 kg), “90” means 1,323 lbs (600 kg) Load indices apply only to the tire, not to the vehicle. Putting a load rated tire on any vehicle does not mean the vehicle can be loaded up to the tire’s rated load.
13-4 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Maximum load rating applies only to the tire, not to the vehicle. Putting a load rated tire on any vehicle does not mean the vehicle can be loaded up to the tire’s rated load. V Construction type Applicable construction of this tire. For example, “TUBELESS STEEL BELTED RADIAL” V Construction The generic name of each cord material used in the plies (both sidewall and tread area) of this tire.
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects 13-5 Recommended tire inflation pressure T Recommended cold tire inflation pressure Recommended cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle’s tires is as follows, Tire size P255/55R18 104H 18 × 8JJ Wheel size Pressure Temporary spare tire Front 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2) Rear 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2) Rear at trailer towing 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2) Size Pressure T165/80R17 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.
13-6 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects The vehicle placard shows original tire size, recommended cold tire inflation pressure on each tire at maximum loaded vehicle weight, seating capacity and loading information. T Vehicle placard T Adverse safety consequences The vehicle placard is affixed to the driver’s side B-pillar. of under-inflation Driving at high speeds with excessively low tire pressures can cause the tires to flex severely and to rapidly become hot.
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects 13-7 asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that must always face outward when mounting on a vehicle. y Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced) of floor mats, leather seats and cross bars to the extent that these items are available as factory-installed equipment (whether installed or not).
13-8 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Vehicle load limit – how to determine The load capacity of your vehicle is determined by weight, not by available cargo space. The load limit of your vehicle is shown on the vehicle placard attached to the driver’s side B-pillar. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on your vehicle’s placard. The vehicle placard also shows seating capacity of your vehicle.
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects 13-9 2. Calculate the available load capacity. Example 1B Available Load Capacity = 1,157 lbs – 1,212 lbs (525 kg) (550 kg) (Vehicle (Total weight) capacity weight) = –55 lbs (–25 kg) D00102 For example, if a person weighing 176 lbs (80 kg) now enters the same vehicle (bringing the number of occupants to two), the calculations are as follows: 3.
13-10 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Available Load Capacity = – 1,069 lbs 1,157 lbs (525 kg) (485 kg) (Vehicle (Total weight) capacity weight) = 88 lbs (40 kg) 3. The result of step 2 shows that a further 88 lbs (40 kg) of cargo can be carried. Example 2B three), and a child restraint system weighing 11 lbs (5 kg) is installed in the vehicle for the child to use, the calculations are as follows: 1. Calculate the total weight.
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects 13-11 maximum loaded capacity is referred to Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). The GVWR and each axle’s GAWR are shown on the vehicle certification label affixed to the driver’s door. The GVWR and front and rear GAWRs are determined by not only the maximum load rating of tires but also loaded capacities of the vehicle’s suspension, axles and other parts of the body.
13-12 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Uniform tire quality grading standards This information indicates the relative performance of passenger car tires in the area of treadwear, traction, and temperature resistance. This is to aid the consumer in making an informed choice in the purchase of tires. Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width.
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects 13-13 The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
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14-2 Index A ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .......................................... 7-16 Warning light ....................................................... 3-15, 7-17 Accessories .................................................................... 11-38 Accessory power outlet ...................................................... 6-8 Active head restraint ........................................................... 1-5 Air cleaner element ........................................................
Index 14-3 CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp .............................................................................. 3-12 Checking Brake pedal free play ................................................. 11-21 Brake pedal reserve distance .................................... 11-21 Engine oil level ............................................................ 11-7 Fluid level ............................................ 11-15, 11-19, 11-20 Gear oil level ............................
14-4 Index Stopping ........................................................................ 7-8 Exterior care ..................................................................... 10-2 F Flat tires ............................................................................. 9-7 Floor mat .......................................................................... 6-11 Fluid level Automatic transmission ............................................. 11-15 Brake ................................................
Index 14-5 J Jack and jack handle ........................................................ 9-19 Jump starting .................................................................... 9-11 K Key Keyless entry system ..................................................... Number .......................................................................... Reminder chime ............................................................ Keys ...................................................................................
14-6 Index Power Door locking switches .................................................... 2-6 Seat ............................................................................... 1-3 Steering fluid ............................................................. 11-19 Windows ...................................................................... 2-19 Precautions against vehicle modification ................ 1-29, 1-68 Preparing to drive ...............................................................
Index 14-7 Position indicator ......................................................... 3-20 Shift lock release .............................................................. 7-14 Snow tires ......................................................................... 8-10 Sounding a panic alarm .................................................... 2-10 Spare tire ............................................................................ 9-2 Spark plugs ........................................................
14-8 Index V Valet mode ....................................................................... 2-17 Vanity mirror ....................................................................... 6-4 Vehicle Capacity weight ........................................................... 8-12 Identification ................................................................ 12-9 Vehicle Dynamics Control Operation indicator light ............................................... 3-18 System ....................................
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GAS STATION REFERENCE Fuel: Fuel capacity: Use premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 AKI or higher. For temporary purposes if premium unleaded gasoline is not available, you may use regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher. For optimum engine performance and driveability, it is recommended that you use premium grade unleaded gasoline. 16.9 US gal (64 liters, 14.
