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2010 FORESTER Owner’ s Manual MSA5M1003A A8150BE-A Issued February 2009 Printed in USA 03/09 2010A 2010 FORESTER Owner’ s Manual FUJI HEA VY INDUSTRIES L TD.
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.
This manual describes the following vehicle types.* * The illustrated vehicle is one of the FORESTER series. I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :.
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W arranties & W arranties 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: . SUBARU Limited Warranty . Emission Control Systems Warranty .
2 Chapter 4: Climate control This chapter informs you how to operate 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.
V ehicle symbols There are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. For warning and indicator lights, refer to “ W arning and indicator lights ” F 18.
4 Mark Name Air recirculation Engine oil W asher Door lock (Transmitter) Door unlock (Transmitter) Rear gate (Transmitter) Safety precautions when driving & Seatbelt and SRS airbag W ARNING . All persons in the vehicle should fasten th eir seat belts B EFORE the vehicle starts to move.
& Child safety W ARNING . 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 passen- ger and objects inside the vehi- cle.
6 gine exhaust system to prevent engine exhaust gas from enter- ing the vehicle. . 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. . A void r emaining in a parked vehicle for a lengthy time while the engine is running.
& Driving when tired or sleepy W ARNING When you are tired or sleepy , your reaction time will be delayed and your perception, judgment and at- tentiveness will be impaired. If you drive when tir ed or sleepy , your , your pass engers ’ and other per- sons ’ chances of being involved in a serious accident may increase.
8 & Tire pressures Check and, if necessary , adjust the pressure of each tire (including the spare) at least once a month and before any long journey . Check the tire pressure when the tires are cold. Use a pressure gauge to adjust the tire pressures to the values shown on the tire placard.
T able of contents Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 1 Keys and doors 2 Instruments and controls Climate control 4 Audio 5 Interior equipment 6 Starting and operating 7 Driving tips 8 In case of emergenc.
10 Illustrated index & Exterior 1) Engine hood (page 1 1-5) 2) Headlight switch (page 3-26) 3) Replacing bulbs (page 1 1-47) 4) Wiper switch (page 3-30) 5) Moonroof (page 2-23) 6) Roof rail (page .
1) Rear window defogger button (page 3-35) 2) Fuel filler lid and cap (page 7-4) 3) Child safety locks (page 2-19) 4) Tie-dow n hook (page 9-13) 5) Rear gate (page 2-22) 6) T owing hook (page 9-13) 11.
12 & Interior ! Passenger compartment area 1) Lower anchorages for child restraint system (page 1-30) 2) Seatbelt (page 1-1 1) 3) Parking brake lever (page 7-33) 4) Front seat (page 1-2) 5) Rear s.
1) Center console (page 6-5) 2) Cup holder (page 6-8) 3) Front power supply socket (page 6-9) 4) Glove box (page 6-5) 13 – CONTINUED – I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :.
14 & Instrument panel 1) Door locks (page 2-4) 2) Outside mirror switch (page 3-34) 3) Illumination brightness control (page 3-28) 4) Light control lever (page 3-25) 5) Combination meter (page 3-5.
& Light control and wiper control levers/switches 1) Windshield wiper (page 3-30) 2) Mist (page 3-31) 3) Windshield washer (page 3-31) 4) Rear window wiper and washer switch (page 3-32) 5) Wiper i.
16 & Combination meter ! U.S.-spec. models 1) T achometer (page 3-8) 2) Speedometer (page 3-6) 3) Fuel gauge (page 3-8) 4) Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob (page 3-6) 5) Odometer.
! Except U.S.-spec. models 1) T achometer (page 3-8) 2) Speedometer (page 3-6) 3) Fuel gauge (page 3-8) 4) Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob (page 3-6) 5) Odometer/T rip meter (page 3.
18 & W arning and indicator lights Mark Name Page Seatbelt warning light 3-10 Front passenger ’ s seat- belt warning light 3-10 SRS airbag system warning light 3-1 1 / Front passenger ’ s fron.
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 the genuine SUBARU navigation system, the settings for some of these functions can be changed using the navigation monitor .
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Front seats ........................................................... 1- 2 Manual seat ........................................................ 1 -3 Power seat (driver ’ s seat – if equipped) . . . ............ 1 - 4 Head restraint adjustment ..
1-2 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Front seats W ARNING . Never adjust the seat while driv- ing to avoid the possibi lity of loss of vehicle control and of personal injury . . Before adjusting the seat, make sure the hands and feet of rear seat passengers and cargo are clear of the adjusting mechan- ism.
tions concerning child restraint sys- tems, refer to “ Child restraint sys- tems ” F 1-23. & Manual seat ! Forward and backward adjustment Pull the lever upward and slide the seat to the desired position. Then release the lever and move the seat back and forth to make sure that it is securely locked into place.
1-4 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! Seat cushion height adjustment (driver ’ s seat) 1) When the lever is pushed down, the seat is lowered. 2) When the lever is pulled up, the seat rises. The height of the seat can be adjusted by moving the seat cushion adjustment lever up and down.
W ARNING T o prevent the passenger from slid- ing under the seatbelt in the event of a collision, always put the seatback in the upri ght pos ition wh ile the vehicle is in motion. Also, do not place objects such as cushions between the passenger and the seatback.
1-6 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags . If your vehicle is involved in a rear-end collision, have an authorized SUBARU dealer in- spect the active head restraints. . The active head restraints may not operate in the event the vehicle experiences only a slight impact in the rear .
Rear seats W ARNING Seatbelts provide maximum re- straint when the occupant sits well back and upright in the seat. Do not put cushions or any other materials between occupants and seatbacks or seat cushions.
1-8 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Head restraint adjustment W ARNING Never drive the vehicle with the head restr aints remov ed because they are designed to reduce the risk of serious neck injury in the event that the vehicle is struck from the rear .
T o raise the head restraint, pull it up while pressing the release button on the top of the seatback. T o lower it, push the head restraint down while pressing the release button. When the rear-center seating position is occupied, raise the head restraint to an appropriate position depending on your sitting height.
1-10 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Then release the switch and make sure the seatback is securely locked into place. & Folding down the rear seat- back W ARNING . After returning the rear seatback to its original position, be certain to place all of the seatbelts and the tab attached to the seat cushion above the seat cushion.
Seatbelts & Seatbelt safety tips W ARNING . All persons in the vehicle should faste n th eir sea tbelts BEFORE the vehicle starts to move. Other- wise, the possibility of serious injury becomes greater in the event of a sudden stop or acci- dent. .
1-12 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags tions only) and then if necessary move the child closer to the belt buckle to help provide a good shoulder belt fit. Care must be taken to securely place the lap belt as low as possible on the hips and not on the child ’ s waist.
Driver ’ s warning light Front passenger ’ s warning light ! Operation If the driver and/or front passenger have/ has not yet fastened the seatbelt(s) when the ignition switch is turned to the “ ON ” position, the seatbelt warning light(s) will flash for 6 seconds, to warn that the seatbelt(s) is/are unfastened.
1-14 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags If the seatbelt warning device for the front passenger ’ s seat does not function cor- rectly (e.g., it is activated even when the front passenger ’ s seat is empty or it is deactivated even when the front passen- ger has not fastened his/her seatbelt), take the following actions.
CAUTION Metallic parts of the seatbelt can become very hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weath- er; they could burn an occupant. Do not touch such hot parts until they cool. ! Front seatbelts 1. Adjust the seat position according to the following procedure.
1-16 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags W ARNING When wearing the seatbelts, make sure the sh oulder p ortion of th e 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.
Push the button on the buckle. Before closing the door , make sure that the belts are retracted properly to avoid catching the belt webbing in the door .
1-18 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags The rear center seatbelt is stowed in a recessed compartment loca ted in the ceiling above the cargo area. 1. Remove the tongue plate from the slot in the recessed compartment and pull out the seatbelt slowly . 2. After drawing out the seatbelt, pass it through the belt guide.
6. Place the lap belt as low as possible on your hips, not on your waist. ! Unfastening the seatbelt Push the release button of the center seatbelt buckle (on the left-hand side) to unfasten the seatbelt. NOTE When the seatback is folded down for greater cargo area, it is necessary to disconnect the connector .
1-20 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags . Have the seatbelt fully rolled up so that the tongue plates are neatly stored. A hanging tongue plate can swing and hit against the trim during driving, causing damage to the trim. & Seatbelt maintenance T o clean the seatbelts, use a mild soap and lukewarm water .
. If either front seatbelt does not retract or cannot be pulled out due to a malfunction or activation of the pretensioner , contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. . If the front seatbelt retractor assem- bly or surrounding area has been damaged, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.
1-22 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags . Seatbelt pretensioner (driver ’ s side) . Seatbel t pr etensio ner (front pa ssen- ger ’ s side) . Seatbelt buckle switch (front passen- ger ’ s side) . Front passenger ’ s seatbelt tension sensor . Front passenger ’ s occupant detection system weight sensor .
that the seatbelt pretensioner does not operate, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. & Precautions against vehicle modification Always consult your SUBARU dealer if you want to install any accessory parts to your vehicle. CAUTION Do not perform any of the following modifi cati ons.
1-24 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 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 .
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.
1-26 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & Installing child restraint sys- tems with A/ELR seatbelt W ARNING . Child restraint systems and seat- belts can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check the child restraint system before you place a child in it.
6 . Push and pull the child restraint system forward and from side to side 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. 7. Pull at the shoulder portion of the belt to confirm that it cannot be pulled out (ALR properly functioning).
1-28 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 4. T ake up the slack in the lap belt. 5. Pull out the seatbelt fully from the retractor to change the retractor over from the Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) to the Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) function. Then, allow the belt to rewind into the retractor .
9. T o 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. NOTE When the child restraint system is no longer in use, remove it and restore the ELR function of the retractor .
1-30 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags W ARNING . Never use a belt that is twisted or reversed. In an accident, this can increase the risk or severity of injury to the child. . Never place the shoulder belt under the child ’ s arm or behind the child ’ s back.
Y our vehicle is equipped with four lower anchorages (bars) and three upper an- chorages (tether anchorages) for accom- modating such child restraint systems. The lower anchorages (bars) are used for installing a child restraint system only on the rear seat window-side seating posi- tions.
1-32 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags the seat cushion meets the seatback. 1. Use the “ ” marks to locate the two lower anchorages (bars) for the position where you want to install the child restraint system.
& T op tether anchorages Y our vehicle is equipped with three top tether anchorages so that a child restraint system having a top tether can be installed in the rear seat. When installing a child restraint system using top tether, proceed as follows, while observing the instructions by the child restraint system manufacturer .
1-34 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags 2. For both window-side seating posi- tions, remove the cover for the appropriate upper anchorage. 3. Attach the child restraint top tether hook to the appropriate upper anchorage. 4. T ighten the top tether securely .
senger, an d win dow-si de re ar passen- gers) These SRS airbags are designed only as a supplement to the primary protec- tion provided by the seatbelt. The system also controls front seatbelt pretensioners. For operation instructions and precautions concerning the seatbelt pretensioner , refer to “ Front seatbelt pre- tensioners ” F 1-20.
1-36 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags W ARNING . Put children aged 12 and under in the rear seat properly restrained at all times. The SRS airbag deploys with considerable speed and force and can injure or even kill children, especially if they are 12 years of age and under and are not restrained or improperly restrained.
! Components 1) Airbag control module (including impact and rollover sensors) 2) Frontal airbag module (driver ’ s side) 3) Frontal airbag module (front passenger ’ s side) 4) Front sub sensor (le.
1-38 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags & SUBARU advanced frontal airbag system Y our vehicle is equipped with a SUBARU advanced frontal airbag system that com- plies with the new advanced frontal airbag requirements i n the amended Federal Motor V ehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No.
W ARNING 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. W ARNING The SRS airbag deploys with con- siderable speed and force. Occu- pants who are out of proper position when the SRS airbag deploys could suffer v ery se rious inj uries.
1-40 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags W ARNING Do not attach accessories to the windshield, or fit an extra-wide mir- ror over the rear view mirror. If the SRS airbag deploys, those objects could become projectiles that could seriously injure vehicle occupants.
have failed, the SRS airbag system warning light will illuminate. Have the system inspected by your SUBARU deal- er immediately if the SRS airbag system warning light illuminates. If your vehicle has sustained impact, this may affe ct the p roper functi on of t he SUBARU advanced frontal airbag system.
1-42 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags facing child restraint system and a small child is restrained with it. (See W ARNING that follows.) . The seat is equipped with a booster seat and a small child is in the booster seat. (See W ARNING that follows.) .
sition and seatback of front passenger ’ s seat are locked into place securely by moving the seat back and forth. If the ON indicator still remains illuminated while the OFF indicator turns off afte.
1-44 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags books, shoes, or other objects trapped under the seat, at the rear of the seat, or on the side of the seat. . Ensure that the backward-forward po- sition and seatback of front passenger ’ s seat are locked into place securely by moving the seat back and forth.
! Operation A) Driver ’ s side B) Passenger ’ s side 1) SRS AIRBAGs deploy as soon as a collision occurs. 2) After deployment, SRS AIRBAGs start to deflate immediately so that the driver ’ s vision is not obstructed. The SRS airbag can function only when the ignition switch is in the “ ON ” position.
1-46 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags The two inflators of each airbag are triggered either sequentially or simulta- neously , depen ding on the severity of impact, in the case of the driver ’ s SRS frontal airbag an d dependin g on the severity of impact and the total load on the seat in the case of the front passen- ger ’ s SRS frontal airbag.
! Examples of the types of accidents in which it is possible that the driver ’ s/driver ’ s and front passen- ger ’ s SRS frontal airbag(s) will de- ploy .
1-48 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! 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 occur. 1) The vehicle strikes an object, such as a telephone pole or sign pole.
! 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 .
1-50 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags W ARNING The SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag are designed as only a supplement to the primary protec- tion provided by the seatbelt.
W ARNING . 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.
1-52 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags A hands-free microphone o r other accessory in such a loca- tion could be propelled through the cabin with great force by the curtain airbag, or it could prevent correct deployment of the curtain airbag. In either case, the result could be serious injuries.
vehicle, the control module inflates the curtain airbags. After the deployment, the SRS side airbag immediately starts to deflate. The time required from detection of an impact to deflation of an SRS side airbag after deployment is shorter than the blink of an eye.
1-54 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS curtain airbag will most likely deploy . 1) A severe side impact near the front seat or the rear seat activates the SRS curtain airbag. 2) The vehicle rolls onto its side or the roof.
! Examples of the types of accidents in which it is possible that the SRS side airbag and the SRS curtain airbag will deploy . 1) Hitting a curb, edge of pavement or hard surface 2) Falling into or ju.
1-56 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS side airbag is unlikely to deploy . 1) The vehicle is involved in an oblique side-on impact. 2) The ve hicle is inv olved in a side-o n impact in an area outside the vicinity of the passenger compartment.
! Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS curtain airbag is unlikely to deploy . 1) The vehicle is involved in an oblique side-on impact. 2) The ve hicle is inv olved in a side-o n impact in an area outside the vicinity of the passenger compartment.
1-58 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags ! Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag will basically not deploy . 1) The vehicle is involved in frontal collision with another vehicle (moving or station- ary). 2) The vehicle is struck from behind.
& SRS airbag system monitors A diagnostic system continually monitors the readiness of the SRS airbag system (including front seatbelt pretensioners) while the vehicle is being driven.
1-60 Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags cle damaged by a collision, con- sult your SUBARU dealer . . The SRS airbag has no user- serviceable parts. Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS airbag system. For required servicing of the SRS airbag, consult your nearest SUBARU dealer.
materials to the dashboard . Installation of custom seats . Replacement of seat fabric or leather . Installation of additional fabric or leather on the front seat .
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Keys ..................................................................... 2-2 Key number plate ................................................ 2- 2 Immobilizer .......................................................... 2-2 Security ID plate ........
2-2 Keys and doors Keys 1) Master key (black) 2) Submaster key (black) 3) V alet key (gray) 4) Key number plate 5) Security ID plate Three types of keys are provided for your vehicle: Master key , submaster key and valet key . The master key and submaster key fit all locks on your vehicle.
device may not cause harmful inter- ference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, in- cluding interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not ex- pressly approved by the party respon- sible for compliance could void the user ’ s authority to operate the equip- ment.
2-4 Keys and doors NOTE 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 . & Key replacement Y our key number plate and security ID plate will be required if you ever need a replacement key made.
1) Rotate the lock lever rearward. 2) Close the door. T o lock the door from the outside without the key , rotate the lock lever rearward and then close the door . T o lock the door from the outside using the power door locking switch, push the front side of the switch ( “ LOCK ” side) and then close the door.
2-6 Keys and doors Item Switch position Automatically turning off Map lights OFF *1 Approximately 20 minutes later Dome light DOOR Approximately 20 minutes later Ignition switch light — Approximatel.
doors from the outside using the power door locking switches. & Key lock-in prevention func- tion This functi on prevents the door s f rom being lo cked wit h the key sti ll in the ignition switch.
2-8 Keys and doors to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful inter- ference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, in- cluding interference that may cause undesired operation.
& Unlocking the doors Press the “ ” button to unlock the driver ’ s door . An electronic chirp will sound twice and the turn signal lights will flash twice. T o unlock all doors and the rear gate, briefly press the “ ” button a second time within 5 seconds.
2-10 Keys and doors & Sounding a panic alarm A “ P ANIC ” button is located on the back of the transmitter . T o activate the alarm, press the “ P ANIC ” button once. The horn will sound and the turn signal lights will flash. T o deactivate the panic alarm, press any button on the remote transmitter .
head screwdriver . 2. Remove the old battery from the holder . 1) Negative ( − ) side facing up 3. Replace with a new battery (type CR2025 or equivalent) making sure to install the new battery with the negative ( − ) side facing up. 4. Refit the removed half of the transmit- ter case.
2-12 Keys and doors program the transmitter ’ s code (identifica- tion number) into the system. A label showing the code is affixed to the bag containing the transmitter, and another is affixe d to the cir cui t bo ard i ns ide the transmitter . If there is no bag, open the transmitter case and make a note of the eight-digit number .
NOTE . The electronic tone will stop sound- ing when you start entering the num- ber . . If you do not start entering the number using the lock switch before the electronic tone stops sounding, an error will occur . In this event, perform the registration steps again beginning with part 3 of the procedure.
2-14 Keys and doors 1 1. T est every registered trans mitter to confirm correct operation. ! Deleting old transmitter codes The control unit of the keyless entry system has four memory locations to store transmitter codes, giving it the ability to operate with up to four transmitters.
closed while the horn is sounding, the horn will stop sounding with a delay of up to 30 seconds. The alarm is triggered by: . Opening any of the doors or the rear gate .
2-16 Keys and doors : Press to Arm the system. : Press to Disarm the system. 6. Briefly press the “ ” button (for less than 2 seconds). All doors and the rear gate wil l lock, an e lectro nic ch i rp will sound once, the turn signal lights will flash once, and the indicator lights will start flashing rapidly .
. The 30-second standby time can be eliminated if you prefer. Have it per- formed by your SUBARU dealer . . The system is in the standby mode for a 30-second period after locking the doors with the remote transmitter . The security indicator light will flash at short intervals during this period.
2-18 Keys and doors 1) ON 2) LOCK 2. T urn the ignition switch from “ ON ” to “ LOCK ” position and remove the key from the ignition switch. 3. Open the doors and get out of the vehicle. 4. Before closing the doors, lock all doors with the inside door lock levers.
& Shock sensors (dealer op- tion) The shock sen sors tri gger the alarm system when they sense impacts applied to the veh icle and when any of t heir electric wires are cut.
2-20 Keys and doors Windows & Power windows W ARNING T o avoid serious personal inju ry caused by entrapment, always con- form to the following instructions without exception. . When operating the power win- dows, be extre mely c aref ul to prevent anyone ’ s fingers, arms, neck or head from being caught in the window .
held. ! Operating the passengers ’ windows T o open: Push the appropriate switch down and hold it until the wi ndow rea ches the desired position. T o close: Pull the switch up and hold it until the window reaches the desired position. ! Locking the passengers ’ windows 1) Lock 2) Unlock Push th e lock sw itch .
2-22 Keys and doors Rear gate The rear gate can be locked and unlocked using any of the following systems. . Power door locking switch: Refer to “ Power door locking switches ” F 2-6. . Remote keyless entry system: Refer to “ Remote keyless entry system ” F 2-7.
procedure, refer to “ Rear gate – if the rear gate cannot be opened ” F 9-17. Moonroof (if equipped) W ARNING Never let anyone ’ s hands, arms, head or any objects protrude from the moonroof. A person could be seriously injured if the vehicle stops suddenly or turns sharply or if the vehicle is involved in an accident.
2-24 Keys and doors The moonroof operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ ON ” position. & T o open the moonroof Pull the switch to the “ OPEN ” side and quickly release it to open the moonroof. The sun shad e will also be ope ned together with the moonroof.
& Sun shade 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.
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Ignition switc h ..................................................... 3- 3 LOCK .................................................................. 3 -3 A cc..................................................................... 3 - 4 O N ..............
Instruments and controls High/low beam change (dimmer) ......................... 3- 2 6 Headlight flasher ................................................ 3 - 26 Daytime running light system (if equipped) . . . ...... 3 - 27 Automatic headlight beam leveler (models with HID headlights) .
Ignition switch W ARNING . 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 The key can be turned from “ Acc ” to “ LOCK ” only when the selector lever is in the “ P ” position. ! Manual transmission models The key can be turned from “ Acc ” to “ LOCK ” only when the key is pushed in while turning it.
contains an immobilizer transponder . . The key is near or touching another transmitter . & Key reminder chime The reminder chime sounds when the driver ’ s door opens and the key is in the “ LOCK ” or “ Acc ” position.
3-6 Instruments and controls & Canceling the function for meter/gauge needle move- ment upon turning on the ignition switch It is possible to activate or deactivate the movement of the meter need les and gauge needles that takes place when the ignition switch is turned to the “ ON ” position.
The display can be switched as shown below by pressing the trip knob. *: “ ” or “ ” cannot be displayed when the ignition switch is in the “ ON ” posi- tion. For the “ ” or “ ” indication, refer to “ Canceling the function for meter/gauge needle movement upon turning on the ignition switch ” F 3-6.
3-8 Instruments and controls & T achometer The tachometer shows the engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute. CAUTION Do not operate the engine with the pointer of the tachometer in the red zone. This may cause severe da- mage to the engine.
NOTE This light does not turn off unless the tank is replenished up to an internal fuel quantity of approximately 4.0 US gal (15 liters, 3.3 Imp gal). CAUTION Promptly put fuel in the tank when- ever the low fuel warning light illuminates. Engine misfires as a result of an empty tank could cause damage to the engine.
3-10 Instruments and controls lights) If any lights fail to illuminate, it indicates a burned-out bulb or a malfunction of the corresponding system. Consult your authorized SUBARU dealer for repair .
turned ON next time, however, the complete sequence of the warning operation resumes. For further details about canceling the warning operation, please contact your SUBARU dealer . If the re is no passenger on the front passenger ’ s seat, the seatbelt warning device for the front passenger ’ s seat will be deac tiv ated.
3-12 Instruments and controls & Front passenger ’ s frontal airbag ON and OFF indica- tors ON / : 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 SRS frontal airbag.
take several driving trips. If the light does not turn off, take your vehicle to your authorized SUBARU dealer immediately . ! If the light is blinking If the light is blinking while driving, an engine misfire condition has been de- tected which may damage the emission control system.
3-14 Instruments and controls creases over the appropriate range, the indicator light/warning light blinks in RED . At this time, the engine is close to over- heating. If the engine coolant temperature in- creases further, the indicator light/warning light illuminates in RED continuously .
& Low tire pressure warning light (U.S.-spec. models) When the ignition switch is turned to the “ ON ” position, the low tire pressure warn- ing light will illuminate for approximately 2 seconds to check that the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) is functioning properly .
3-16 Instruments and controls a flat tire, replace it with a spare tire as soon as possible. When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel rim is replaced without the original pressure sensor/transmitter being transferred, the Low tire pres- sure warning light will illuminate steadily after blinking for approxi- mately one minute.
km/h). . The warning light illuminates during driving, but it turns off immediately and remains off. When driving with an insufficient battery voltage such as when the engine is jump started, the ABS warning light may illumi- nate. This is due to the low battery voltage and does not indicate a m alfuncti on.
3-18 Instruments and controls 6. If the brake fluid level is below the “ MIN ” mark, DO NOT drive the vehicle. Instead, have the vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair. & Low fuel warning light The low fuel warning light illuminates when the tank is nearly empty approxi- mately 2.
normally . If this light illuminates while driving or does not turn off approximately 3 seconds after turning the ignition switch to the “ ON ” position, have your vehicle inspected at your SUBARU dealer.
3-20 Instruments and controls after the engine is started but turns off immediately , remaining off. . The warning light illuminates after engine startup and turns off while the vehicle is subsequently being driven. . The warning light illuminates during driving, but it turns off immediately and remains off.
& Selector lever and gear posi- tion indicator (A T models) This indicator shows the position of the selector lever . When the manual mode is selected, the gear position indicator (which shows the current gear selection) and the upshift/ downshift indicator light up.
3-22 Instruments and controls Clock The clock shows the time whil e the ignition switch is in the “ Acc ” or “ ON ” position. The time changes by 1 minute each time the “ + ” button or “ − ” button is pressed.
The fuel consumption display is linked with the odometer/trip meter display ac- cording to the following chart. Odometer/T rip meter Fuel consumption indicator A trip meter Average fuel consumption corresponding to the A trip meter B trip meter Average fuel consumption corresponding to the B trip meter Odometer U.
3-24 Instruments and controls “ ON ” po siti on , the indic atio n do es n ot flash. NOTE The outside temperature indication may differ from the actual outside temperature. The road surface freeze warning indication should be treated only as a guide.
tion indicator will automatically turn on when the battery voltage is discon- nected and then reconnected for bat- tery replacement or fuse replacement. Light control switch The light co ntrol swit ch only ope rates when the ignition key is inserted into the ignition switch.
3-26 Instruments and controls & Headlights T o turn on the headlights, turn the knob on the end of the turn signal lever . first position Instrument panel illumination, tail lights, front side marker lights and license plate lights are on.
& Daytime running light system (if equipped) W ARNING The brightness of the illumination of the high beam headlights is reduced by the daytime running light system. The light switc h must always be turned to the “ ” position when it is dark outside.
3-28 Instruments and controls Illumination brightness con- trol The brightness of clock display , audio, air conditioner , information display and instru- ment panel illumination dims when the light switch is in the “ ” or “ ” positions. Y ou can adjust brightness of the instrument panel illumination for better visibility .
The indicator light located on the combi- nation meter will illuminate when the front fog lights are on. Wiper and washer W ARNING In freezing weather , do not use the windshield washer until the wind- shield is sufficiently warmed by the defroster . Otherwise the washer fluid can freeze on the windshield, blocking your view.
3-30 Instruments and controls Refer to “ Windsh ield w asher fluid ” F 1 1-39. Also, when driving the vehicle when there are freezing tempera- tures, use non-freezing type wi- per blades. . Do not clean the wiper blades with gasoline or a solvent, such as paint thinner or benzine.
! Wiper intermittent time control When the wip er sw itch is in the “ ” position, turn the dial to adjust the operat- ing interval of the wiper . The operating interval can be adjusted continuously from the shortest interval to the longest. The operating interval can be adjusted in nine steps.
3-32 Instruments and controls & Rear window wiper and washer switch : W asher (accompanied by wiper operation) ON: Continuous INT : Intermittent OFF: Off : Washer ! Rear wiper T o turn the rear wiper on, turn the knob on the end of the wiper control lever upward to the “ INT ” or “ ON ” position.
! Auto-dimming mirror/compass (if equipped) 1) Left button 2) Auto dimming indicator 3) Photosensor 4) Right button The auto-dimming mirror has an anti-glare feature which automatically reduces glare coming from headlights of vehicles behind you. It also contains a built-in compass.
3-34 Instruments and controls ! Compass zone adjustment Compass calibration zones 1. The zone setting is factory preset to Zone 8. Refer to the “ Compass calibration zone ” map shown above or one attached to the end of this manual to verify that the compass zone setting is correct for your geographical location.
! Power folding mirror switch (if equipped) The power folding mirror switch operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ ON ” or “ Acc ” position. T o fold the outside mirrors, push the power folding mirror switch. T o unfold the mirrors, push the switch again.
3-36 Instruments and controls window defogger . For some models, the outside mirror defogger and/or windshield wiper deicer are/is also equipped. The defogger and deicer system is activated only when the ignition switch is in the “ ON ” position.
CAUTION . T o prevent the battery from being discharged, do not operate the defogger and deicer system con- tinuously for any longer than necessary . . Do not use sharp instruments or window cleaner containing abra- sives to clean the inner surface of the rear window.
3-38 Instruments and controls Tilt/telescopic steering wheel (if equipped) W ARNING . Do not adjust the steering wheel tilt/telescopic position while driv- ing. This may cause loss of vehicle control and result in personal injury . . If the lever cannot be raised to the fixed position, adjust the steering wheel again.
V entilator .............................................................. 4- 2 Air flow selection ................................................ 4 -2 Center and side ventilators .................................. 4 - 3 Manual climate control syste m (if equipped) .
4-2 Climate control V entilator & Air flow selection I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :.
& Center and side ventilators ! Center ventilators Move the tab up and down or right and left to adjust the flow direction. ! Side ventilators 1) Open 2) Close 3) Thumb-wheel Move the tab up and down or right and left to adjust the flow direction.
4-4 Climate control ! Fan speed control dial The fan operates only when the ignition switch is turned to the “ ON ” position. The fan speed control dial is used to select four fan speeds. ! Air flow control dial This dial has the following five positions: : Air flows through the instrument panel outlets.
W ARNING Continued operation with the air i n l e ts e l e c t i o nb u t t o ni nt h eO N position may fog up the windows. Switch to the OFF position as soon as the outside dusty condition clears. & Heater operation ! Defrosting or defogging the wind- shield T o direct warm air to the windshield and front door windows: 1.
4-6 Climate control NOTE W arm air also comes out from the right and left air outlets. T o stop warm air flow from these outlets, turn the corre- sponding thumb-wheel down. ! Heating T o direct warm air toward the floor: 1. Set the air inlet selection button to the OFF position.
When driving on a dusty road, set the air inlet selection button to the “ ON ” position. W ARNING Continued operation with the air i n l e ts e l e c t i o nb u t t o ni nt h eO N position may fog up the windows. Switch to the OFF position as soon as the outside dusty condition clears.
4-8 Climate control Automatic climate control system (if equipped) Although this climate control system can be used as a full-automatic climate control system, it can also, if desired, be used as a semi-automatic climate control system.
& Fan speed control dial The fan operates only with the ignition switch in the ON position. The fan speed control dial is used to select the AUTO (automatic control) mode or to select the desired fan speed. The dial ’ s positions and their functions are as follows.
4-10 Climate control : Foot outlets and windshield defroster outlets (relatively little air from windshield defroster outlets) : Windshield defroster outlets and foot outlets : Windshield defroster outlets NOTE When the dial is placed in the “ ” or “ ” position, the air inlet selection is automatically set to “ outside air ” mode.
Pressing the button cancels the “ AUTO ” mode. T o return to “ AUTO ” mode, turn the fan speed control dial or air flow control dial to a position other than the AUTO position. Then turn to “ AUTO ” mode. SUBARU recommends using the AUTO position.
4-12 Climate control Operating tips for heater and air conditioner & Cleaning ventilation grille Always keep the front ventilation inlet grille free of snow, leaves, or other obstructions to ensure efficient heating and defrosting.
Air filtration system Replace the filter element according to the replacemen t sc hedule as follow s. Thi s schedule should be followed to maintain the filter ’ s dust collection ability . Under extremely dusty conditions, the filter should be replaced more frequently .
4-14 Climate control 3. Replace the air filter element with a new one. CAUTION The arrow mark on the filter must point UP . 4. Reinstall the glove box, and connect the damper shaft. 5. Close the glove box. 6. LABEL installation (1) Fill out the information on the service label (small).
air filter as shown in the illustration. Climate control 4-15 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :.
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Antenna system .................................................. 5-2 Roof antenna ...................................................... 5 -2 FM reception ....................................................... 5 - 2 XM TM satellite rad io reception (if equipped) .
5-2 Audio Antenna system & Roof antenna CAUTION . Be sure to lower the antenna rod before entering garages, parking towers and other locations with low ceilings. . Remove the antenna rod before washing your car at a car wash. If the antenna rod is left attached, it may scratch the roof.
Y ou may experience problems in receiving XM TM satellite radio signals in the follow- ing situations. . If you are driving northward in a coastal area Y ou will notice that the XM TM satellite radio antenna is fixed to the upper right hand corner of your windshield.
5-4 Audio Installation of accessories Always consult your SUBARU dealer before installing a citizen band radio or other transmitting device in your vehicle. Such devices may cause the electronic control system to malfunction if they are incor rectl y instal led or if t hey are no t suited for the vehicle.
Audio set Y our SUBARU may be equipped with one of the following audio sets. See the pages indicated in this section for operating details. & T ype A audio set (if equipped) The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ Acc ” or “ ON ” position.
5-6 Audio & T ype B audio set (if equipped) The audio set will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ Acc ” or “ ON ” position. . Power and sound controls: refer to page 5-7 . Radio operation: refer to page 5-10 . Satellite radio operation (if equipped): refer to page 5-13 .
Power and sound controls & Power switch and volume control The dial is used for both power (ON/OFF) and volume control. The radio is turned ON and OFF by pushing the dial, and the volume is controlled by turning the dial.
5-8 Audio mately 5 seconds. ! SVC setting SVC (Speed V olume Control) is a function that automatically adjusts the volume according to the vehicle speed. As the vehicle speed increases, the audio vo- lume automatically increases to match the vehicle speed, in order to create a pleasant listening environment even as the driving noise increases.
& Adjustable level of each mode Mode Range of levels (displayed) Initial setting Turn counterclockw ise Turn clockwise V olume V olume control 0 to 40 15 For less volume For more volume AUX volume.
5-10 Audio FM/AM radio operation & FM/AM selection Push the “ FM AM ” button when the radio is off to turn on the radio. Push the “ FM AM ” button when the radio is on to select FM1, FM2, FM3 or AM reception.
! Scan tuning (SCAN) If you press the “ SCAN ” button, the radio will switch to the scan mode. In this mode, the radio scans through the radio band until a station is found. The radio will stop at the station for 5 seconds while display- ing the frequency , after which scanning will continue until the entire band has been scanned.
5-12 Audio ! Seek in PTY (Program type) group In the PTY selection mode, when the desired PTY group has been selected, pressing the “ SEEK ” button “ ” or “ ” seeks within that PTY group. Pressing “ ” seeks up. Pressing “ ” seeks down.
! 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, FM2 and FM3 stations each may be preset.
5-14 Audio you activate satellite radio and receive satellite radio customer support. The satellite radio ID can be found on the audio display by tuning the channel to “ 0 ” .
! Skip channel selection When in the SA T mode, press the “ SEEK ” button “ ” or “ ” continuously to change to the channel selection mode. Pressing the “ SEEK ” button “ ” changes the channel up by 10 steps each time. Pressing “ ” changes the channel down by 10 steps each time.
5-16 Audio & Channel preset ! How to preset channels 1. Press the “ SA T ” button to select SA T1, SA T2 and SA T3 reception. 2. Select the desired channel. 3. Press one of the preset buttons for more than 1.5 seconds to store the channel. If the button is pressed for less than 1.
CD player operation NOTE . Make sure to always insert a disc with the label side up. If a disc is inserted with the label side down, the player displays “ CHECK DISC ” . Refer to “ When the following messages are displayed ” F 5-25. . If a disc is inserted during a radio broadcast, the disc will interrupt the broadcast.
5-18 Audio ! Inserting a disc in a desired posi- tion 1. Briefly press the “ LOAD ” button. If the magazine in the p layer h as an idle position where you can insert a disc, the disc number indicator associated with the idle position will blink.
start playback of the discs, beginning with the one inserted first. If you fail to insert any disc during each 15 seconds interval, the full disc loading mode will be canceled, and the player will start playback of the disc inserted first. & How to play back a CD ! When there is no CD inserted Properly insert a CD.
5-20 Audio ! Backward direction Turn the “ TRACK ” dial counterclockwise to skip to the beginning of the current track/file (track). Each time the dial is turned, the indicated track/file (track) number will decrease.
& Repeating T o repeat a track/file (track), briefly press the “ RPT ” button while the track/file (track) is playing. Each time you briefly press the button, the mode changes in the following se- quences. T ype A audio: T ype B audio: NOTE . The “ RPT ” indication refers to the repeat playback of a single track.
5-22 Audio format CD is playing. . The “ F-RDM ” indication refers to the random playback in the folder . It ran- domly repeats the tracks in the folder . It is possible to select the function when an MP3/WMA format track is playing. . The “ D-RDM ” indication refers to the random playback of a disc.
For CD-DA: For MP3/WMA: ! Page (track/folder title) scroll If you press the “ TEXT ” button again for at least 0.5 second, the title will be scrolled so you can see all of it.
5-24 Audio & How to eject CDs from the player (type B) ! Ejecting a CD from the player Of the discs loaded, you can select and remove only one disc. 1. Use the disc select button to select the disc to be ejected. 2. Briefly press the “ ” button.
the player is in all disc ejection mode, the mode will be cancelled following ejection of the disc that is currently being ejected. . If you press th e “ CD ” button or “ LOAD ” button while the player is in all disc ejection mode, the player will draw in the discs that have been ejected and play them.
5-26 Audio 2. Press the AUX input selection button “ CD/AUX ” on the audio control panel to turn on the auxiliary audio input. 3. Play back the portable audio player . Refer to the Owner ’ s Manual of the portable audio player. NOTE . The AUX jacks of the models with the genuine SUBARU navigation sys- tem are the RCA type.
waveband will be displayed. *2: Only when a CD is in the player . *3: Only when with an auxiliary audio product is connected. ! “ ” and “ ” buttons ! With radio mode selected Press the “ ” button or “ ” button for a short time to skip to a preset channel, and press it for a long time to seek the next receivable station.
5-28 Audio 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.
there are deposits, wipe the disc surface from the center outward with a dry , soft cloth. Be sure not to use a hard cloth, thinner , benzine, alcohol, etc. . Do not use any disc that is scratched, deformed, or cracked. Also, do not use any disc that has a non-standard shape (for example, a heart shape).
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Interior ligh ts ....................................................... 6-2 Dome light .......................................................... 6 - 2 Cargo area light .................................................. 6 - 3 Map light ..............
6-2 Interior equipment Interior lights When leaving your vehicle, make sure the light is turned off to avoid battery dis- charge. & Dome light T ype A T ype B 1) ON 2) DOOR 3) OFF The dome light switch has the following three positions. ON: The light remains on continuously .
& Cargo area light 1) DOOR 2) OFF 3) ON The cargo area light switch ha s t he following three positions. DOOR: The light illuminates when the rear gate is opened. The light remains illumi- nated for several seconds and turns off after the rear gate is closed.
6-4 Interior equipment illuminate when only the rear gate is opened.) . The doors a re unlock ed us ing the remote keyless entry transmitter . . The ignition switch is turned from the “ Acc ” position to the “ LOCK ” position.
& V anity mirror CAUTION Keep the vanity mirror cover closed while the car is being driven to avoid being temporarily blinded by the glare of bright light. T o use the vanity mirror , swing down the sun visor and open the vanity mirror cover. Storage compartment CAUTION .
6-6 Interior equipment T o use as an armrest: 1. T ip the console top forward from its vertical position. 2. Push the armrest part of the console top forward to the desired position. Adjust the position of the armrest to suit your driving position. Make sure the armrest is securely retained.
& Overhead console T o open the console, push on the console lid lightly and the lid will automatically open. CAUTION When your vehicle is in the sun or on a warm day , the inside of the overhead console heats up. Avoid storing plastic or other heat-vulner- able or flammable articles such as a lighter in the overhead console.
6-8 Interior equipment Cup holders CAUTION T ake care to avoid spills. Beverages, if hot, might bu rn you or you r passengers. Spilled beverages may also damage upholstery , carpets or audio equipment.
Bottle holders CAUTION . Do not pick up a bottle from the bottle holder or put a bottle in the holder while you are driving, as this may distract you and lead to an accident.
6-10 Interior equipment Power outlet in the cargo area Accessory power outlets are provided below the climate controls, in the center console and in the cargo area. Electrical power (12V DC) from the battery is available at any of the outlets when the ignition switch is in either the “ Acc ” or “ ON ” position.
& Use with a cigarette lighter (dealer option) T o use the accessory power outlet as a cigarette lighter socket, p urchase the cigarette lighter plug, which is an optional accessory .
6-12 Interior equipment tray ’ s inner lid. Clean them off using a toothbrush or another narrow- ended implement. Floor mat A retaining pin is located on the driver ’ s side floor . The floor mat is secured using the built-in grommets, by placing the grommets over the pins and pushing them downward.
Coat hook A coat hook is attached to each side of the cargo area. CAUTION Never hang anything on the coat hook that might obstruct the driver ’ s view or that could cause injury in sudden stops or in a collision. Do no hang items on the coat hook that weigh 6 lbs (3 kg) or more.
6-14 Interior equipment of gas from the stays, which may result in their inability to hold the rear gate open. . If the vehicle is equipped with a reclining rear seatback feature, when reclining the rear seatback, move the front cover backward so that the cover is not damaged.
both ends of the sleeve into the recesses of the retainers. Cargo tie-down hooks The cargo area is equipped with four tie- down hooks so that cargo can be secured with a cargo net or ropes. When using the tie-down hooks, turn them down out of the storing recesses.
6-16 Interior equipment Under-floor storage compart- ment (if equipped) The storage compartment is located under the floor of the cargo area, and it can be used to store small items. T o open the lid, pull the tab up. CAUTION . Always keep the lids closed while driving to reduce the risk of injury in the event of a sudden stop or an accident.
Fuel ...................................................................... 7 -3 Fuel requirements ............................................... 7- 3 Fuel filler lid and cap ........................................... 7- 4 State emission testing (U.
Starting and operating Cruise control indicator light .............................. 7 -3 9 Cruise control set indicator light . . . ..................
Fuel CAUTION Use of a fuel which is low in quality or use of an inappropriate fuel additive may cause engine damage. & Fuel requirements ! Non-turbo models The 2.5-liter non-turbo engine is designed to operate using unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher .
7-4 Starting and operating ! Gasoline for cleaner air Y our use of gasoline with d etergent additives will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system. This helps keep your engine in tune and your emi ssion control system working properly , and is a way of doing your part for cleaner air .
1. T o open the fuel filler lid, pull the lid release lever up. The lever is on the floor at the left of the driver ’ s seat. W ARNING Before opening the fuel filler cap, first touch the vehicle body or a metal portion of the fuel pump or similar obje ct to discharge any static electricity that may be present on your body .
7-6 Starting and operating W ARNING . When refueling, insert the fuel nozzle securely into the fuel filler pipe. If the nozzle is lifted or not fully inserted, its automatic stop- ping mechanism may not func- tion, causing fuel to overflow the tank and creating a fire hazard.
State emission testing (U.S. only) At state inspection time, remember to tell your inspection or service station in advance not to place your SUBARU A WD vehicle on a two-wheel dynam- ometer .
7-8 Starting and operating trouble codes, and the OBD system readiness monitors are complete. . A vehicle fails the OBD inspection if the “ CHECK ENGINE ” warning light/MIL is not properly operating or there are one or more diagnostic trouble codes stored in the vehicle ’ s computer with the “ CHECK ENGINE ” warning light/MIL illuminated.
If the engine do es not start, try the following. (1) Turn the ignition switch to the “ OFF ” position and wait for at least 10 seconds. After checking that the parking brake is firmly set, turn the ignition switch to the “ ST ART ” position while depressing the accelerator pedal slightly (approximately a quarter of the full stroke).
7-10 Starting and operating (4) If the engine still refuses to start, contact your nearest SUBARU dealer for assistance. 6. Confirm that all warning and indicator lights have gone out after the engine has started. The fuel injection system auto- matically lowers the idle speed as the engine warms up.
Remote engine start system (dealer option) W ARNING . Do not remote start a vehicle in an enclosed environment (e.g., in a closed garage). Prolonged op- eration of a motor vehicle in an enclosed environment can cause a harmful build-up of Carbon Monoxide.
7-12 Starting and operating & Entering the vehicle while it is running via remote start 1. Unlock the vehicle doors using the keyless e ntry system. If the vehicle ’ s doors are unlocked manually using the key , the vehicle ’ s alarm system will trigger and the remote engine start system will turn off.
feature programming can be adjusted using the following procedure. 1. Open the driver ’ s door (the driver ’ s door must remain opened throughout the entire process). 2. Insert the key into the vehicle ’ s ignition switch and turn to the “ ON ” position.
7-14 Starting and operating 1. Carefully pry the remote control halves apart using a small flat-head screwdriver . 2. Remove the circuit board from the bottom half of the case and slide the white plastic battery holder out from under the battery tab releasing the batteries.
Manual transmission The manual transmission is a fully syn- chromeshed, 5-forward-speed and 1-re- verse-speed transmission. The shift pattern is shown on the shift lever knob. When shifting from 5th gear to reverse gear , first return the shift lever to the neutral position then shift into reverse gear .
7-16 Starting and operating Never exceed the posted speed limit. W ARNING When shifting down a gear , ensure that the vehicle is not travelling at a speed exceeding the Maximum Al- lowable Speed for the gear which is about to be selected.
“ R ” position or vice versa until the vehicle has completely stopped. Such shifting may cause damage to the transmis- sion. . When parking the vehicle, first securely apply the parking brake and then place the selector lever in the “ P ” position.
7-18 Starting and operating transmission is neutral; the vehicle will roll freely , even on the slightest incline unless the parking brake or foot brake is on. Avoid coasting with the transmission in neutral. During coasting, there is no engine brak- ing effect.
“ R ” position. When the vehicle speed drops below 5 mph (8 km/h), the function is canceled. The selector lever can then be moved to the “ R ” and “ P ” positions.
7-20 Starting and operating 1) Upshift indicator 2) Downshift indicator 3) Gear position indicator When manual mode is selected, the gear posi tion i ndica tor a nd up shif t i ndi cato r and/or downshift indicator on the combi- nation meter illuminate.
In addition, sudden application of engine braking caused by down shifting when the vehicle is travel- ling on a slippery surface can lead to wheel locking; as a consequence, control of the vehicle may be lost and the risk of an accident in- creased. The following tables show the maximum speeds that are possible with each differ- ent gear .
7-22 Starting and operating When selected, the SPORT mode indica- tor light on the combination meter will turn on. T o dese lect SPO RT mode, move the selector lever to the “ D ” position or select manual mode. T o subsequently reselect SPORT mode, move the selector lever to the “ D ” position and from there to the manual gate.
Power steering 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. CAUTION Do not hold the steering wheel at the fully locked position left or right for more than 5 seconds.
7-24 Starting and operating ! Brake assist system W ARNING Do not be overconfident about the brake assist. It is not a system that brings more braking ability to the vehicle beyond its braking capabil- ity . Always use the utmost care when driving regarding v ehicle speed and safe distance.
vehicles. . When driving on badly surfaced roads, gravel roads, icy roads, or over deep newly fallen snow, stopping distances may be long- er for a vehicle with the ABS system than one without. When driving under these conditions, therefore, reduce your speed and leave ample distance from other vehicles.
7-26 Starting and operating NOTE If the warning light behavior is as described below , the ABS system may be considered normal. . The warning light illuminates right after the engine is started but turns off immediately , remaining off.
warnin g light il lumin ate simu ltaneo usly , take the following steps. 1. Stop the vehicle in the nearest safe, flat location. 2. Shut down the engine, apply the parking brake, and then restart it. 3. Release the parking brake. If both warning lights turn off, the EBD system may be malfunctioning.
7-28 Starting and operating 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 .
snow tires or winter tires . Activation of the V ehicle Dynamics Control system will cause operation of the steering wheel to feel slightly different compared to that for normal conditions. . Even if the vehicle is equipped with a V ehicle Dynamics Control system, it is important that winter tires be used when driving on snow-covered or icy roads.
7-30 Starting and operating ! V ehicle Dynamics Control warning light The warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the “ ON ” position and turns off several seconds after engine startup. This lighting pattern indicates that the V ehicle Dynamics Con- trol system is operating normally .
minutes have passed to allow the engine to heat up sufficiently . & V ehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch P r e s s i n gt h es w i t c ht od e a c t i v a t et h e V e hicle Dynami cs Co ntrol system c an facilitate the following operations: .
7-32 Starting and operating Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (U.S.-spec. models) The tire pressure monitoring system pro- vides 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 .
CAUTION Do not place metal film or any metal parts in the cargo room/trunk. This may cause poor reception of the signals from the tire pressure sen- sors, and the tire pressure monitor- ing system will not function prop- erly . NOTE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
7-34 Starting and operating When parking on a hill, always turn the steering wheel. When the vehicle is headed up the hill, the front wheels should be turned away from the curb. When facing downhill, the front wheels should be turned into the curb. W ARNING .
Hill start assist system (MT vehicles) CAUTION The Hill start assist system is a device only for helping the driver to ST ART the vehicle on an uphill grade. T o prevent accidents when the vehicle is parked on a slope, be sure to firmly set the parking brake.
7-36 Starting and operating & Hill start assist warning light When the ignition switch is turned to the “ ON ” position, the Hill start assist warning light illuminates and turns off after approxi- mately 2 seconds.
2. Depress the accelerator pedal until the vehicle reaches the desired speed. 3. Push the “ SET/COAST ” button and release it. Then release the accelerator pedal. At this time, the “ ” indicator light on the combination meter will illuminate. The vehicle will maintain the desired speed.
7-38 Starting and operating & T o turn off the cruise control There are two ways to turn off the cruise control: . Push the “ CRUISE ” main switch button again. . T urn the ignition switch to the “ Acc ” or “ LOCK ” position (but only when the vehicle is completely stopped).
! T o decrease the speed (by brake pedal) 1. Depress the brake pedal to release cruise control temporarily . 2. When the speed decreas es to the desired speed, press the “ SET/COAST ” button once. Now the desired speed is set and the vehicle will keep running at that speed without depressing the accelerator pedal.
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New vehicle break-in driving – the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) ..................................... 8-2 Fuel economy hints ............................................ 8-2 Engine exhaus t gas (ca rbon monoxide) ............ 8-2 Catalytic convert er .
8-2 Driving tips New vehicle break-in driving – the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) 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): .
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. . Keep the rear gate closed while driving to prevent exhaust gas from entering the vehicle.
8-4 Driving tips operates at very high tempera- tures. . Keep everyone and flammable materials away from the exhaust pipe while the engine is running. The exhaust gas is very hot.
Driving tips for A WD models All-Wheel Drive distributes the engine power to all four wheels. AWD models provide better traction when driving on slippery , wet or snow-covered roads and when moving out of mud, dirt and sand.
8-6 Driving tips On-pavement and off-road driving W ARNING . In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wear- ing a seat belt. Y ou the driver and all your passengers should fas- ten the seatbelts before starting to drive in order to minimize the chance of serious injury or death.
crossing shallow streams, first check the depth of the water and the bottom of the stream bed for firmness and ensure that the bed of the stream is flat. Drive slowly and completely through the stream. The water should be shallow enough that it does not reach the vehicle ’ s undercar- riage.
8-8 Driving tips Winter driving & Operation during cold weather Carry some emergency equipment, such as a window scraper , a bag of sand, flares, a small shovel and jumper cables. Check the battery and cables. Cold temperatures reduce battery capacity .
periodically . ! Parking in cold weather Do not use the parking brake when parking for long periods in cold weather since it could freeze in that position. Instead, observe the following. 1. Place the shift lever in “ 1 ” or “ R ” for manual transmission models, and in “ P ” for automatic transmission models.
8-10 Driving tips CAUTION Avoid prolonged continuous driving in snowstorms. Snow will enter the engine ’ s intake syst em and may hinder the air flow, which c ould result in engine shutdown or even breakdown.
to an accident. Y our vehicle is equipped with “ all season tires ” as original equipment, which are designed to provide an adequate measure of traction, handling and braking perfor- mance in year-round driving. In winter , it may be possible to enhance performance through use of tires designed specifically for winter driving conditions.
8-12 Driving tips W ARNING . 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 pile heavy loads on the roof. These loads raise the vehi- cle ’ s center of gravity and make it more prone to tip over .
& GVWR and GA WR (Gross V ehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating) The certification label attached to the driver ’ s side doorjamb shows GVWR (Gross V ehicle Weight Rating) and GA WR (Gross Axle Weight Rating). The GVW (Gross V ehicle Weight) must never exceed the GVWR.
8-14 Driving tips roof rail must be used together with the roof rack and any appro- priate carrying attachment that may be needed. The roof rail must never be used alone to carry cargo. Otherwise, damage to the roof or paint or a danger- ous road hazard due to loss of cargo could result.
! Installing carrying attachments on the crossbars When installing any carrying attachment such as a bike carrier , ski carrier , kayak carrier , cargo basket, etc. on the cross- bars, follow the manufacturer ’ s instruc- tions and make sure that the attachment is securely fixed to the crossbars.
8-16 Driving tips traffic safety hazard. . Use only the ball mount supplied with this hitch. Use the hitch only as a weight carrying hitch. Do not use with any type of weight distributing hitch. . The standard bumper beam must be installed after you remove the trailer hitch.
W ARNING Do not connect safety chains to part of the vehicle other than the safety chain hooks. 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 (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 (en- gine, transmission, differential, wheel bearings, etc.
! Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) and Gross V ehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Gross V ehicle Weight The Gross V ehicle Weight (GVW) must never exceed the Gross V ehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).
8-20 Driving tips ! T ongue load T ongue load Ensure that the trailer tongue load is from 8 to 1 1 percent of the total trailer weight and does not exceed the maximum value of 200 lbs (90 kg). 1) Jack 2) Bathroom scale The tongue load can be weighed with a bathroom scale as shown in the illustration above.
the rear axle of the towing vehicle. This may cause the rear wheels to skid, especially during braking or when vehicle speed is reduced dur- ing cornering, resulting i n over- steer , spin out and/or jackknifing. & T railer hitches W ARNING Never drill the frame or under-body of your vehicle to install a commer- cial trailer hitch.
8-22 Driving tips ! T railer safety chains W ARNING Always use safety chains between your vehicle and the trailer . T owing a trailer without safety chains could create a traffic safety hazard if the trailer separates from the hitch due to coupling damage or hitch ball damage.
Trailer tire condition, size, load rating and proper in flatio n pressu re should be in accordance with the trailer manufacturer ’ s specifications. In the event your vehicle gets a flat tire when towing a trailer, ask a commercial road service to repair the flat tire.
8-24 Driving tips immediately but gradually . . When passing other vehicles, consid- erable distance is required because of the added weight and length caused by attaching the trailer to your vehicle. 1) Left turn 2) Right turn . Backing up with a trailer is difficult and takes practice.
If you park your vehi cle in case of an emergency ........................................................ 9-2 T emporary spare tire (if equipped ) .................... 9-2 Precautions for A WD models with automatic transmission ......................
9-2 In case of emergency If you park your vehicle in case of an emergency 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.
install the conventional tire as soon as possible because the spare tire is de- signed only for temporary use. Check the inflation pressure of the tem- porary spare tire periodically to keep the tire ready for use. The correct pressure is 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.
9-4 In case of emergency 1) Spare fuse 2) FWD connector 3. Put a spa re fuse inside the FWD connector located in the cabin and confirm that the All-W heel Dri ve war ning li ght “ ” illuminates. The All-Wheel-Drive capability of the vehicle has now been deactivated.
& Under the cargo area 1) Under-floor storage compartment (if equipped) (Refer to “ Under-floor storage compartment ” F 6-16) 2) Jack handle 3) T ool bucket 4) Spare tire 1) Wheel nut wrench 2.
9-6 In case of emergency 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 W ARNING . Do not jack up the vehicle on an incline or a loose road surface.
1) Notch 2) V alve hole 7. If your vehicle has wheel covers, insert a wheel cover remover into the notch on the opposite side of the valve hole and pry the wheel cover to remove it. 8. Loosen the wheel nuts using the wheel nut wrench but do not remove the nuts.
9-8 In case of emergency 12. Before putting the spare tire on, clean the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a cloth. 13. Put on the spare tire. Replace the wheel nuts. T ighten them by hand. W ARNING Do not use oil or grease on the wheel studs or nuts when the spare tire is installed.
& Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (U.S.-spec. models) The tire pressure monitoring system pro- vides the driver with the warning message indi cated by sendi ng a si gnal f rom a sensor that is installed in each wheel when tire pressure is severely low .
9-10 In case of emergency Jump starting W ARNING . Battery fluid is SULFURIC ACID. Do not let it come in contact with the eyes, skin, clothing or the vehicle. If battery fluid gets on y ou, thoroughly flush the exposed area with water immediately . Get medical help i f the fluid h as entered your eyes.
(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 (+) term- inal of the booster battery . (3) Connect one end of the oth er cable to the negative ( − ) terminal of the booster battery .
9-12 In case of emergency Engine overheating W ARNING Never attempt to remove the radia- tor cap until the engine has been shut off and has fully cooled down. When the engine is hot, the coolant is und er pre ssure. Removing the cap while th e engine is still hot could release a spray of boiling hot coolant, which could burn you very seriously .
& T owing and tie-down hooks The towing hooks should be used only in an emergency (e.g., to free a stuck vehicle from mud, sand or snow). CAUTION . Use only the specified towing hook and tie-down hook. Never use suspension parts or other parts of the body for towing or tie-down purposes.
9-14 In case of emergency Rear towing hook: CAUTION If a trailer hitch is installed, it is not possible to install the rear towing hook. T o install the rear towing hook, the standard bumper beam must be installed on the vehicle at a SUBARU dealer . Consult a SUBARU dealer for details.
Front tie-down hooks: The front tie-down hooks are located between each of the front tires and the front bumper . Rear tie-down hooks: The rear tie-down hooks are located near each of the jack-up reinforcements. W ARNING Use the rear tie-down hooks only for downward anchoring.
9-16 In case of emergency CAUTION If your vehicle has a front under- spoiler and rear underspoiler (both optional), be careful not to scrape them when placing the vehicle on the carrier and when removing the vehicle from the carrier . & T owing with all wheels on the ground 1.
Rear gate – if the rear gate cannot be opened In the event that you cannot open the rear gate by operating the power door locking switches or the remote keyless entry system, you can open it from inside the cargo area. 1. Remove the access cover at the bottom-center of the rear gate trim.
9-18 In case of emergency 2. Insert a hex-head wrench in the end of the motor shaft. T o close the moonroof, turn the wrench counterclockwise. Have your vehicle checked and repaired by an authorized SUBARU dealer .
Exterior care ....................................................... 10-2 W ashing ............................................................. 10 -2 W axing and polishing ......................................... 1 0- 3 Cleaning aluminum wheels ...
10-2 Appearance care Exterior care & W ashing CAUTION . When washing the vehicle, the brakes may get wet. As a result, the brake stopping distance will be longer. T o dry the brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe speed while lightly pressing the brake pedal to heat up the brakes.
by hand. Some warm water washers are of the high temperature, high pressure type, and they can damage or deform the resin parts such as moldings, or cause water to leak into the vehicle. & W axing and polishing Always wash and dry the vehicle before waxing and polishing.
10-4 Appearance care Corrosion protection Y our SUBARU has been designed and built to resist corrosion. Special materials and protective finishes have been used on most parts of the vehicle to help maintain fine appearance, strength, and reliable operation.
Cleaning the interior Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the climate control pan el, audio equipment, instru- ment panel, center console, combination meter panel, and switches. (Do not use organic solvents.) & Seat fabric Remove loose dirt, dust or debris with a vacuum cleaner .
10-6 Appearance care & Navigation monitor (if equipped) T o clean the navigation monitor, wipe it with a silicone cloth or with a soft cloth. If the navigation monitor is extremely dirty , clean it with a soft cloth moistened with neutral detergent then carefully wipe off any remaining detergent.
Maintenance sched ule ....................................... 1 1-3 Maintenance pre cautions ................................... 1 1-3 Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment .................................................... 1 1 -4 When you do checking or servicing in the engine compartment while the engine is running .
Maintenance and service Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (U.S.-spec. models) ........................................ 1 1- 31 Tire inspection ................................................. 1 1 -3 3 Tire pressures and wear ....................
Maintenance schedule The s ched uled maint enan ce it ems r e- quired to be serviced at regular intervals are shown in the “ Warranty and Main- tenance Booklet ” . For details of your maintenance schedule, read the separate “ Warranty and Main- tenance Booklet ” .
1 1-4 Maintenance and service guard against getting oil or fluids in your eyes. If something does get in your eyes, thoroughly wash them out with clean water .
Engine hood T o open the hood: 1. If the wiper blades are lifted off the windshield, return them to their original position. 2. Pull the hood release knob under the instrument panel. 3. Release the secondary hood release by moving the lever between the front grille and the hood toward the left.
1 1-6 Maintenance and service Engine compartment overview & Non-turbo models 1) Power steering fluid reservoir (page 1 1- 24) 2) Manual transmission oil level gauge (MT) (page 1 1-19) or Different.
& T urbo models 1) Power steering fluid reservoir (page 1 1-24) 2) Manual transmission oil level gauge (MT) (page 1 1-19) or Differential gear oil level gauge (A T) (page 1 1-21) 3) Clutch fluid r.
1 1-8 Maintenance and service Engine oil NOTE . The engine oil consumption rate is not stabilized, and therefore cannot be determined until the vehicle has tra- veled at least several thousand miles (kilometers).
pipe, be sure to wipe it off. 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. Just after driving or while the engine is warm, the engine oil level reading may be in a range between the upper level and the notch mark.
1 1-10 Maintenance and service T urbo models 7. Remove the oil filter with an oil filter 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.
& Recommended grade and viscosity Oil grade: ILSAC GF-4, which can be identified with the ILSAC certification mark (Starburst mark) or API classification SM with the words “ ENERGY CONSERVING ” These recommended oil grades can be identified by looking for either or both of the following marks displayed on the oil container .
1 1-12 Maintenance and service & Recommended grade and viscosity under severe driv- ing conditions If the vehicle is used in desert areas, in areas with very high temperatures, or is used for heavy-duty applications, use of oil with the following grade and viscosities is recommended.
& Engine coolant ! Checking the coolant level 1) “ FULL ” level mark 2) “ LOW ” level mark Check the coolant level at each fuel stop. 1. Check the coolant level on the outside of the reservoir while the engine is cool. 2. If the level is close to or lower than the “ LOW ” level mark, add coolant up to the “ FULL ” level mark.
1 1-14 Maintenance and service 2. Place a proper container under the drain plug and loosen the drain plug. 3. Loosen the radiator cap to drain the coolant from the radiator . Then drain the coolant from the reserve tank. Tighten the drain plug securely .
1) “ FULL ” level mark 2) “ LOW ” level mark CAUTION . Be ca ref ul not to spil l eng ine coolant when adding it. If coolant touches the exhaust pipe, it may cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or a fire. If engine coolant gets on the exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe it off.
1 1-16 Maintenance and service & Replacing the air cleaner element Replace the air cleaner element according to the maintenance schedule in the “ W arranty and Maintenance Booklet ” . Un- der extremely dusty conditions, replace it more frequently .
! T urbo models 1. Use a screwdriver to undo the clips on the air intake duct, then remove the air intake duct. 1) Connector 2) Clip 2. Unplug the connector that is attached to the top of the air cleaner case. 3. Unsnap the two clips holding the air cleaner case cover.
1 1-18 Maintenance and service 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 “ W arranty and Maintenance Book- let ” .
Check the deflection of the front side belt and if there is any loosen- ess, cracks, wear or unusual noise on the front side belt, contact your SUBARU dealer . Continuing to use the vehicle with the belt outside of the specification may cause the engine to malfunc- tion and the above components to malfunction.
1 1-20 Maintenance and service & Recommended grade and viscosity Each oil manufacturer has its own base oils and additives. Never use different brands together .
4. Pull out the level gauge 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.
1 1-22 Maintenance and service 1) Upper level 2) Lower level 3. Pull out the level gauge again and check the oil level on it. If it is below the lower level, add oil to bring the level up to the upper level. CAUTION Be careful not to spill front differ- ential gear oil when adding it.
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.
1 1-24 Maintenance and service Power steering fluid & Checking the fluid level The power steering fluid expands greatly as its temperature rises; the fluid level differs according to fluid temperature. Ther efor e, t h e res ervo ir t ank ha s two different checking ranges for hot and cold fluids.
& Recommended fluid Use one of the following types of auto- matic transmission fluid. SUBARU A TF IDEMITSU A TF HP “ Dexron III ” T ype Automatic T ransmis- sion Fluid Brake fluid & Checking the fluid level 1) “ MAX ” level mark 2) “ MIN ” level mark Check the fluid level monthly .
1 1-26 Maintenance and service & Recommended brake fluid FMVSS No. 1 16, fresh DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid CAUTION Never use different brands of brake fluid together . Also, avoid mixing DOT 3 and DOT 4 brake fluids even if they are the same brand.
& Recommended clutch fluid FMVSS No. 1 16, fresh DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid CAUTION Never use different brands of clutch fluid together . Also, avoid mixing DOT 3 and DOT 4 brake fluids even if they are the same brand. Brake booster If the brake booster does not operate as described in the following, have it checked by your SUBARU dealer .
1 1-28 Maintenance and service Brake pedal Check the br ak e pedal free play an d reserve distance according to the main- tenance schedule in the “ Warranty and Maintenance Booklet ” . & Checking the brake pedal free play 1) 0.02 – 0.08 in (0.
& Checking the clutch pedal free play 1) 0.16 – 0.51 in (4.0 – 13.0 mm) Lightly press the clutch pedal down with your finger until you feel resistance, and check the free play . If the free play is not within proper specification, contact your SUBARU deal- er .
1 1-30 Maintenance and service result in the need for costly brake rotor repair or replacement. & Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings When replacing the brake pad or lining, use only genuine SUBARU parts. After replacement, the new parts must be broken in as follows.
Tires and wheels & T ypes of tires Y ou should be familiar with type of tires present on your vehicle. The factory-fitted tires are all-season tires. ! All season tires All season tires are designed to provide an adequate measure of traction, handling and braking performance in year-round driving including snowy and icy road conditions.
1 1-32 Maintenance and service Outside temperature Adjusted pressure [psi (kPa, kgf/cm 2 )] front rear 30 8 F( − 1 8 C) 35 (240, 2.4) 33 (230, 2.3) 10 8 F( − 12 8 C) 37 (255, 2.
mately one minute. This indicates the TPMS is unable to monitor all four road wheels. Contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible for tire and sensor replacement and/ or system resetting. If the light illuminates steadily after blinking for approximately one minute, promptly contact a SUBARU dealer to have the system inspected.
1 1-34 Maintenance and service NOTE . The air pressure in a tire increases by approximately 4.3 psi (30 kPa, 0.3 kgf/cm 2 ) when the tire becomes warm. . The tires are considered cold when the vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours or has been driven less than 1 mile (1.
. Abnormally high tire pressure (tread worn in center) Ride comfort is poor . Also, the tire magnifies the effects of road-surface bump s and dip s, po ssib ly res ulti ng in vehicle damage. If the tire placard shows tire pressures for the vehicle when fully loaded, adjust the tire pressures to the values that match current loading conditions.
1 1-36 Maintenance and service cause the vehicle to hydroplan e. The resulting loss of vehicle control can lead to an accident. NOTE For safety , inspect tire tread regularly and replace the tires before their tread wear indicators become visible.
& Tire replacement The wheels and tires are important and integral parts of your vehicle ’ s design; they cannot be changed arbitrarily . The tires fitt ed as st andard equi pment are optimally .
1 1-38 Maintenance and service & Wheel covers (if equipped) ! Removing the wheel cover 1) Notch 2) V alve hole Insert a wheel cover remover into the notch part on the opposite side of the valve hole and pry the wheel cover to remove it.
Windshield washer fluid If you spray washer fluid on the windshield but the supply of washer fluid appears to diminish, check the level of washer fluid in the tank. W asher fluid level gauge Remove the washer tank filler cap, then check the fluid level indicated by the level gauge (attached to the inside of the cap).
1 1-40 Maintenance and service a different concentra tion fr om 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.
& Windshield wiper blade as- sembly 1. Raise the wiper arm off the windshield. 1) Open the cover 2) Pull down the wiper blade 2. Remove the wiper blade assembly by opening the cover and pulling it down in the direction shown in the illustration. 3.
1 1-42 Maintenance and service grooves in the rubber and slide the blade rubber assembly into the support until it locks. 1) Claw 2) Stopper 4. Be sure to position the claws at the end of the 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 rubber 1. Pull out the end of the blade rubber assembly to unlock it from the plastic support. 2. Pull the blade rubber assembly out of the plastic support.
1 1-44 Maintenance and service ends. If the rubber is not retained properly , the wiper may scratch the rear window glass. Battery W ARNING . Before beginning work on or near any battery , be sure to extinguish all cigarettes, matches, and light- ers.
1) Cap 2) Upper level 3) Lower level It is unnecessary to periodically check the battery fluid level or periodically refill with distilled water . However , if the battery fluid level is below the lower level, remove the cap. Fill to the upper level with distilled water .
1 1-46 Maintenance and service The fuse puller is stored in the main fuse box in the engine compartment. 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.
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 incor- rectly installed or if they are not suited for the vehicle.
1 1-48 Maintenance and service NOTE . If headlight aiming is required, con- sult your SUBARU dealer for proper adjustment of the headlight aim. . It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary . ! Low beam light bulbs Right-hand side 1.
4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb. 5. Remove the bulb from the headlight assembly by turning it counterclockwise. 6. Replace the bulb with a new one. At this time, do not touch the bulb surface. 7. T o install the bulb to the headlight assembly , turn it clockwise until it clicks.
1 1-50 Maintenance and service surface. 5. T o install the bulb to the headlight assembly , turn it clockwise until it clicks. 6. Reconnect the electrical connector . 7. Install the air intake duct with clips (right-hand side). & Position light 1.
3. Remove the bulb socket from the rear combination light assembly by turning it counterclockwise. 4. Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket and replace it with a new one. 5. Set t he bulb socket into the rear combination light assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks.
1 1-52 Maintenance and service Dome light (type B) Map light Cargo area light Door step light 1. Remove the lens by prying the edge of the lens with a flat-head screwdriver. 2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Install a new bulb. 3. Reinstall the lens.
Specifications ..................................................... 12-2 Dimensions ........................................................ 1 2 -2 Engine ............................................................... 12 -3 Electrical system .......
12-2 Specifications Specifications These specifications are subject to change without notice. & Dimensions in (mm) Item Non-turbo models T urbo models Overall length 179.5 (4,560) Overall width 70.1 (1,780) Overall height without roof rail 65.9 (1,675) with roof rail 66.
& Engine Engine model EJ253 (2.5-liter , SOHC, non-turbo) EJ255 (2.5-liter , DOHC, turbo) Engine type Horizontally opposed, liquid cooled 4 cylinder , 4-stroke gasoline engine Displacement cc (cu-in) 2,457 (150) Bore 6 Stroke in (mm) 3.9 6 3.1 (99.
12-4 Specifications & Capacities Fuel tank 16.9 US gal (64 liters, 14.1 Imp gal) Engine oil 4.2 US qt (4.0 liters, 3.5 Imp qt) T ransmission oil (MT models) 3.7 US qt (3.5 liters, 3.1 Imp qt) T ransmission fluid (A T models) 9.8 US qt (9.3 liters, 8.
& Tires T ire size P215/65R16 96H P225/55R17 95H Wheel size 16 6 6 1 / 2 J1 6 6 6 1 / 2 JJ 17 6 7J J Pressure Front 30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm 2 ) 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm 2 ) Rear 29 psi (200 kPa, 2.0 kgf/cm 2 ) 30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm 2 ) Rear when towing trailer 35 psi (240 kPa, 2.
12-6 Specifications Fuses and circuits & Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment Fuse panel Fuse rating Circuit 1 20A . Trailer 2 Empty 3 15A . Door locking 4 10A . Front wiper deicer relay 5 10A . Combination meter 6 7.5A . Remote control rear view mirrors .
Fuse panel Fuse rating Circuit 16 10A . Illumination 17 15A . Seat heaters 18 10A . Back-up light 19 Empty 20 10A . Accessory power outlet (instrument panel) 21 7.5A . Starter relay 22 15A . Air conditioner . Rear window defogger relay coil 23 15A . Rear wiper .
12-8 Specifications & Fuse panel located in the engine compartment A) Main fuse Fuse panel Fuse rating Circuit 1 30A . ABS unit . Vehicle Dynamics Con- trol unit 2 25A . Main fan 3 10A . Secondary air combina- tion valve (turbo models) 4 25A . Sub fan 5 Empty 6 10A .
Fuse panel Fuse rating Circuit 18 15A . Headlight (right hand) 19 15A . Headlight (left hand) Specifications 12-9 I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :.
12-10 Specifications Bulb chart A: The high mount stop light is the LED (Light Emitting Diode) type. Consult your SUBARU dealer for replacement. I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :.
W attage Bulb No. 1) High beam headlight 12V -60W 9005 (HB3) 2) Position light 12V -5W 168 (W5W) 3) Low beam headlight Models with HID light 12V -35W D2R Models with halogen light 12V -55W H1 1 4) Fro.
12-12 Specifications CAUTION Replace any bulb only with a new bulb of the specified wattage. Using a bulb of different wattage could result in a fire. I n f o r m a t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :.
V ehicle identification 1) V ehicle identification number 2) Emission control label 3) Tire inflation pressure label 4) Certification label 5) V ehicle identification number plate 6) Model number labe.
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For U.S.A. ........................................................... 13- 2 Tire information .................................................. 13- 2 Tire labeling ....................................................... 13 - 2 Recommended tire inflation pressure .
13-2 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects For U.S.A. The following information has been compiled according to Code of Federal Regulations “ T itle 49, Part 575 ” . Tire information & Tire labeling Many markings (e.g. T ire size, T ire Identification Number or TIN) are placed on the sidewall of a tire by tire manufacturers.
Example: (6) Load Index: A numerical code which specifies the maximum load a tire can carry at the speed indicated by its speed symbol, at maximum inflation pressure. For example, “ 90 ” means 1,323 lbs (600 kg), “ 89 ” means 1,278 lbs (580 kg).
13-4 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects ! Maximum load rating The load rating at the maximum permissible weight load for this tire. For example, “ MAX. LOAD 580 kg (1279 LBS) @ 300 kPa (44 PSI) MAX. PRESS. ” W ARNING Maximum load rating applies only to the tire, not to the vehicle.
& Recommended tire inflation pressure ! Recommend ed cold tire inflation pressure Recommended cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle ’ s tires is as follows. T ire size P215/65R16 96H P225/55R17 95H Wheel size 16 6 6 1 / 2 J1 6 6 6 1 / 2 JJ 17 6 7J J Pressure Front 30 psi (210 kPa, 2.
13-6 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects ! V ehicle placard The vehicle placard is affixed to the driver ’ s side B-pillar . Example: U.
& Glossary of tire terminology . Accessory weigh t The combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced) of automatic transmis- sion, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, radio, and heater , to the extent that these items are available as factory-in- stalled equipment (whether in- stalled or not).
13-8 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects ing on a vehicle. . Light truck (L T) tire A tire designated by its manufac- turer as primarily intended for use on lightweight trucks or multipur- pose passenger vehicles. . Load rating The maximum load that a tire is rated to carry for a given inflation pressure.
sory weight, including heavy duty brakes, ride leve lers, roof rack, heavy duty battery , and special trim. . Radial ply tire A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at substantially 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread.
13-10 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects accessory weight, and normal oc- cupant weight (distributed in accor- dance with T able 1 that is ap- pended to the end of this section) and dividing by 2. . Wheel-holding fixture The fixture used to hold the wheel and tire assembly securely during testing.
& Tire care – maintenance and safety practices . Check on a daily basis that the tires are free from serious damage, nails, and stones. At the same time, check the tires for abnormal wear . . Inspect the tire tread regularly and replace the tires before their tread wear indicators become visi- ble.
13-12 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Example 1A V ehicle capacity weight of the vehicle is 900 lbs (408 kg), which is indicated on the vehicle placard with the statement “ The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 900 lbs or 408 kg ” .
2. Calculate the available load ca- pacity . 3. The total weight now exceeds the capacity weight by 92 lbs (42 kg), so the cargo weight must be reduced by 92 lbs (42 kg) or more.
13-14 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects occupants to three), and a child restraint system weighing 1 1 lbs (5 kg) is installed in the vehicle for the child to use, the calculations are as follows. 1. Calculate the total weight. 2. Calculate the available load ca- pacity .
. Suspension, bearings, axles and other body parts could break or experience accelerated wear that will shorten vehicle life. . T ires could fail. . T read separation could occur . . T ire could separate from its rim. & Steps for Determining Cor- rect Load Limit 1.
13-16 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects form to Fede ral Safe ty Require- ments in addition to these grades. & T readwear The treadwear grade is a compara- tive rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under con- trolle d co nditio ns on a specif ied government test course.
Reporting safety defects (U.S.A.) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could c ause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately in- form the National Highway Traffi c Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifyi ng Subaru of America, Inc.
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14-2 Index A ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ..................................... 7 -2 4 W arning light ................................................. 3- 16 , 7 -2 5 Accessories ....................................................... 5- 4 , 1 1 -4 7 Accessory power outlet .
Replacing ............................................................. 1 1- 4 7 C Capacities ................................................................. 12 -4 Cargo area Cover ................................................................... 6 -1 3 Light .
14-4 Index D Daytime running light system ....................................... 3 -2 7 Defogger ................................................................... 3 -3 5 Deicer ...................................................................... 3 - 35 Differential gear oil Front .
Front seats Forward and backward adjustment ............................. 1 -3 Power seat .............................................................. 1 - 4 Reclining ................................................................. 1- 3 Seat height adjustment (driver ’ s seat) .
14-6 Index Interior lights ............................................................... 6- 2 J Jack and jack handle .................................................... 9- 5 Jack-up point ............................................................
Manual transmission .............................................. 1 1- 19 Rear differential .................................................... 1 1- 2 2 Oil pressure warning light ............................................ 3 - 14 On-pavement and off-road driving .
14-8 Index Wiper blades ........................................................ 1 1 -4 0 Replacing Air cleaner element ............................................... 1 1 -1 6 Battery (remote keyless entry system) ...................... 2- 10 Lost transmitters (remote keyless entry system) .
T il t ....................................................................... 3 - 3 7 Tilt/telescopic ......................................................... 3 - 38 Stopping the engine ................................................... 7 - 10 Storage compartment .
14-10 Index System ................................................................. 7 -2 7 W arning light ................................................. 3- 19 , 7 -2 9 V entilator ...................................................................
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GAS ST A TION REFERENCE & Fuel: ! Non-turbo models Use only unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher . ! T urbo models Use premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 AKI or higher .
2010 FORESTER Owner’ s Manual MSA5M1003A A8150BE-A Issued February 2009 Printed in USA 03/09 2010A 2010 FORESTER Owner’ s Manual FUJI HEA VY INDUSTRIES L TD.
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