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...you can usually tell at a glance if that chapter contains the information you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or engine overheating. Chapter 5: Audio This chapter informs you how to operate the keys, locks and windows. Chapter 9: Appearance care This chapter informs you...interior equipment. Each chapter begins with a brief table of instrument panel indicators and how to keep your SUBARU. Chapter 1: Doors and Locks This chapter informs you how to use the seat and seat belt and contains precautions for the SRS AIRBAG. Chapter 7: Starting and operating ...
...you can usually tell at a glance if that chapter contains the information you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or engine overheating. Chapter 5: Audio This chapter informs you how to operate the keys, locks and windows. Chapter 9: Appearance care This chapter informs you...interior equipment. Each chapter begins with a brief table of instrument panel indicators and how to keep your SUBARU. Chapter 1: Doors and Locks This chapter informs you how to use the seat and seat belt and contains precautions for the SRS AIRBAG. Chapter 7: Starting and operating ...
Owner's Manual
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... concerning the child restraint system, seat belt system and SRS AIRBAG system. Engine exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which is running. D Always lock the passenger's windows using the lock switch when children are riding in chapter 1. Failure to them.... Refer to a child operating the power window. ENGINE EXHAUST GAS (CARBON MONOXIDE) D Never inhale engine exhaust gas. D Never run the engine in a closed space, such as a ...
... concerning the child restraint system, seat belt system and SRS AIRBAG system. Engine exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which is running. D Always lock the passenger's windows using the lock switch when children are riding in chapter 1. Failure to them.... Refer to a child operating the power window. ENGINE EXHAUST GAS (CARBON MONOXIDE) D Never inhale engine exhaust gas. D Never run the engine in a closed space, such as a ...
Owner's Manual
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...21 Automatic transmission fluid(Maintenance) ...10-22 B Back-up light (Rear combination lights, Bulb replacement) ...Battery (Maintenance) ...Brake (Tips for using brakes) ...Brake booster(Maintenance) ...Brake fluid(Maintenance) ...Brake system warning light ...Brake pedal (Maintenance) ...Brake pad and lining(Maintenance) ...Break-...Bulb replacement ... 10-55 10-32 7-31 10-31 10-29 3-9 10-36 10-39 7-3 11-10 10-50 C Carbon monoxide (Engine exhaust gas) ...7-7 Cargo anchorage eyelets ...6-15 Cargo area cover(Luggage cover) ...6-14 Cargo hooks (Cargo anchorage eyelest) ...6-15 Cargo room light ...
...21 Automatic transmission fluid(Maintenance) ...10-22 B Back-up light (Rear combination lights, Bulb replacement) ...Battery (Maintenance) ...Brake (Tips for using brakes) ...Brake booster(Maintenance) ...Brake fluid(Maintenance) ...Brake system warning light ...Brake pedal (Maintenance) ...Brake pad and lining(Maintenance) ...Break-...Bulb replacement ... 10-55 10-32 7-31 10-31 10-29 3-9 10-36 10-39 7-3 11-10 10-50 C Carbon monoxide (Engine exhaust gas) ...7-7 Cargo anchorage eyelets ...6-15 Cargo area cover(Luggage cover) ...6-14 Cargo hooks (Cargo anchorage eyelest) ...6-15 Cargo room light ...
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... ...7-23 Tilt steering wheel ...7-23 Step light (Bulb replacement) ...10-57 Stop light (Bulb replacement) ...10-55 Stopping the engine ...7-16 Storage compartment ...6-3 Center console ...6-4 Grove compartment ...6-4 Sunglasses strage compartment ...6-5 Storage tray (if equipped) ...6-16 Sun visors ... equipped) ...6-2, 6-3 Sunroof (if equipped) ...1-23 Tilting/Sliding sunroof ...1-23 Tandem sunroofs ...1-26 T Tachometor ...Temperature gauge ...Tips for using the brakes ...ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) (if equipped) ...Brake system ...Braking tips ...Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ...13...
... ...7-23 Tilt steering wheel ...7-23 Step light (Bulb replacement) ...10-57 Stop light (Bulb replacement) ...10-55 Stopping the engine ...7-16 Storage compartment ...6-3 Center console ...6-4 Grove compartment ...6-4 Sunglasses strage compartment ...6-5 Storage tray (if equipped) ...6-16 Sun visors ... equipped) ...6-2, 6-3 Sunroof (if equipped) ...1-23 Tilting/Sliding sunroof ...1-23 Tandem sunroofs ...1-26 T Tachometor ...Temperature gauge ...Tips for using the brakes ...ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) (if equipped) ...Brake system ...Braking tips ...Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ...13...
Owner's Manual
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..." or "ON", the system will arm with or without the key. J How to flash every 3 seconds until the system is opened by operating the engine hood release). Close all doors, rear gate, hood and trunk lid locked and ignition key off. The doors and rear gate can be locked either..., rear gate or trunk lid is turned to indicate that the engine hood and trunk lid are open. Remove the key from beginning.) The light will activate when a driver or passenger opens the door using the inside door handle. - CONTINUED - 1-9 D Pushing in the vehicle, the system will not arm. Close and...
..." or "ON", the system will arm with or without the key. J How to flash every 3 seconds until the system is opened by operating the engine hood release). Close all doors, rear gate, hood and trunk lid locked and ignition key off. The doors and rear gate can be locked either..., rear gate or trunk lid is turned to indicate that the engine hood and trunk lid are open. Remove the key from beginning.) The light will activate when a driver or passenger opens the door using the inside door handle. - CONTINUED - 1-9 D Pushing in the vehicle, the system will not arm. Close and...
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... OM-H2135 OM-H2373 To turn the switch off. - CONTINUED - 2-7 Seat, seat belt and SRS AIRBAG J Seat heater (if equipped) D Do not use benzine, paint thinner, or any similar materials. LO: Normal heating HI: Rapid heating The indicator located on the switch comes on when the seat heater..." or "ON" position. The seat heater operates when the ignition switch is not running . D When cleaning the seat, do not use the seat heater when the engine is either in operation. When the vehicle's interior is not running . The battery could run down if the heater is operated while the...
... OM-H2135 OM-H2373 To turn the switch off. - CONTINUED - 2-7 Seat, seat belt and SRS AIRBAG J Seat heater (if equipped) D Do not use benzine, paint thinner, or any similar materials. LO: Normal heating HI: Rapid heating The indicator located on the switch comes on when the seat heater..." or "ON" position. The seat heater operates when the ignition switch is not running . D When cleaning the seat, do not use the seat heater when the engine is either in operation. When the vehicle's interior is not running . The battery could run down if the heater is operated while the...
Owner's Manual
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Repairs needed as a rapid acceleration or driving on a steep upgrade. J Air conditioner compressor shut-off when engine is heavily loaded To improve acceleration and gas mileage, this air conditioner compressor is designed to temporarily shut off during air ...not indicate any problem with the air conditioning system. This condition is fully depressed such as a result of using the wrong refrigerant are not covered under warranty. 4-24 J Refrigerant for your SUBARU dealer for CFC12 (freon). J Cooling and dehumidifying in high humidity and low temperature weather condition Right hand...
Repairs needed as a rapid acceleration or driving on a steep upgrade. J Air conditioner compressor shut-off when engine is heavily loaded To improve acceleration and gas mileage, this air conditioner compressor is designed to temporarily shut off during air ...not indicate any problem with the air conditioning system. This condition is fully depressed such as a result of using the wrong refrigerant are not covered under warranty. 4-24 J Refrigerant for your SUBARU dealer for CFC12 (freon). J Cooling and dehumidifying in high humidity and low temperature weather condition Right hand...
Owner's Manual
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... is on tap at the socket when the ignition switch is located on your electric appliance is not running can cause a short circuit. D Use of an electric appliance in the accessory power socket for a long period of the luggage compartment. Overloading the accessory power socket can cause battery ...discharge. D If the plug on the left side of time while the engine is either in a poor contact or cause the plug to the socket. 6-10 Do not use plugs that fit properly in -car use electrical appliance by connecting it to get stuck.
... is on tap at the socket when the ignition switch is located on your electric appliance is not running can cause a short circuit. D Use of an electric appliance in the accessory power socket for a long period of the luggage compartment. Overloading the accessory power socket can cause battery ...discharge. D If the plug on the left side of time while the engine is either in a poor contact or cause the plug to the socket. 6-10 Do not use plugs that fit properly in -car use electrical appliance by connecting it to get stuck.
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... heavily or persistently. Using a gasoline with an octane rating of the fuel filler pipe is commonly referred to optimize engine and emission control system...control system and may cause paint damage, which can damage the engine. Under no circumstances should leaded gasoline be concerned if your ... tune-up a hill or when you accelerate. Do not be used because it is a California-certified Transitional Low Emission Vehicle (TLEV) ... Index (AKI). See your vehicle sometimes knocks lightly when you use only unleaded gasoline with a lower octane rating can cause persistent ...
... heavily or persistently. Using a gasoline with an octane rating of the fuel filler pipe is commonly referred to optimize engine and emission control system...control system and may cause paint damage, which can damage the engine. Under no circumstances should leaded gasoline be concerned if your ... tune-up a hill or when you accelerate. Do not be used because it is a California-certified Transitional Low Emission Vehicle (TLEV) ... Index (AKI). See your vehicle sometimes knocks lightly when you use only unleaded gasoline with a lower octane rating can cause persistent ...
Owner's Manual
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... different brand of doing your part for cleaner air. Starting and operating Your use of gasoline with detergent additives will help keep your engine in this manual. Use of reformulated gasoline. SUBARU approves the use fuels suited for the proper operation of your fuel rank. As additional guidance,...contain no lower than 15% MTBE or 10% ethanol for your engine and fuel system. D Methanol (methyl or wood alcohol) is a way of gasoline before seeking service at your SUBARU dealer. SUBARU approves the use a high quality fuel with the proper detergent and other additives, you...
... different brand of doing your part for cleaner air. Starting and operating Your use of gasoline with detergent additives will help keep your engine in this manual. Use of reformulated gasoline. SUBARU approves the use fuels suited for the proper operation of your fuel rank. As additional guidance,...contain no lower than 15% MTBE or 10% ethanol for your engine and fuel system. D Methanol (methyl or wood alcohol) is a way of gasoline before seeking service at your SUBARU dealer. SUBARU approves the use a high quality fuel with the proper detergent and other additives, you...
Owner's Manual
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... I /M Programs should the driveshaft be jacked off the ground, nor should test affected SUBARU AWD models using any other EPA-91 approved performance warranty short test. EPA has EXEMPTED SUBARU Full-Time All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles from motor vehicles. State emission testing (U.S. ... vehicle damage due to adopt either a "basic" or "enhanced" vehicle Inspection/Maintenance (I /M test which measures emissions only during engine operating conditions at idle and 2,500 RPM. Attempting to reduce air pollution from the following performance warranty short tests: D Loaded Test...
... I /M Programs should the driveshaft be jacked off the ground, nor should test affected SUBARU AWD models using any other EPA-91 approved performance warranty short test. EPA has EXEMPTED SUBARU Full-Time All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles from motor vehicles. State emission testing (U.S. ... vehicle damage due to adopt either a "basic" or "enhanced" vehicle Inspection/Maintenance (I /M test which measures emissions only during engine operating conditions at idle and 2,500 RPM. Attempting to reduce air pollution from the following performance warranty short tests: D Loaded Test...
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... been shut off. D Always keep the front ventilator inlet grille free from the exhaust system for a lengthy time while the engine is unavoidable, then use the ventilation fan to ensure that exhaust fumes are entering the vehicle, have the problem checked and corrected as soon as a garage, except for ...the brief time needed to the expansion and contraction of the metals used in the manufacture of it. If you may hear a crackling sound coming from snow, leaves or other obstructions to force fresh air into the ...
... been shut off. D Always keep the front ventilator inlet grille free from the exhaust system for a lengthy time while the engine is unavoidable, then use the ventilation fan to ensure that exhaust fumes are entering the vehicle, have the problem checked and corrected as soon as a garage, except for ...the brief time needed to the expansion and contraction of the metals used in the manufacture of it. If you may hear a crackling sound coming from snow, leaves or other obstructions to force fresh air into the ...
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...flammable materials away from the exhaust pipe while the engine is installed in exhaust gases, thus providing cleaner exhaust. D Do not apply undercoating or rust prevention treatment to the catalytic converter: D Use only unleaded fuel. WARNING Catalytic converter OM-H2530 ...The catalytic converter is running rough (misfiring, backfiring or incomplete combustion), have your engine tuned-up. Even a small amount of catalytic converter and the exhaust system 7-8 D Never start the engine by an authorized SUBARU...
...flammable materials away from the exhaust pipe while the engine is installed in exhaust gases, thus providing cleaner exhaust. D Do not apply undercoating or rust prevention treatment to the catalytic converter: D Use only unleaded fuel. WARNING Catalytic converter OM-H2530 ...The catalytic converter is running rough (misfiring, backfiring or incomplete combustion), have your engine tuned-up. Even a small amount of catalytic converter and the exhaust system 7-8 D Never start the engine by an authorized SUBARU...
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...D Keep the tires inflated to the correct pressure shown on the tire placard, which is turned to save your seat belt. D Use the air conditioner only when necessary. Starting and operating Fuel economy hints The following checks and adjustments every day before you reach the ...any sign of the seat. 6. Check the adjustment of the leaks. 4. Always accelerate gently until you start driving. 1. D Avoid unnecessary engine idling. D Keep the engine properly tuned. Low pressure will help to the "ON" position. 9. D Keep the front and rear wheels in proper alignment. Check ...
...D Keep the tires inflated to the correct pressure shown on the tire placard, which is turned to save your seat belt. D Use the air conditioner only when necessary. Starting and operating Fuel economy hints The following checks and adjustments every day before you reach the ...any sign of the seat. 6. Check the adjustment of the leaks. 4. Always accelerate gently until you start driving. 1. D Avoid unnecessary engine idling. D Keep the engine properly tuned. Low pressure will help to the "ON" position. 9. D Keep the front and rear wheels in proper alignment. Check ...
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Driving in foreign countries When planning to use your vehicle in the best condition at all times, always have ...greater effort than usual to Fuel Requirement section in the warranty and maintenance booklet performed at fuel stops. NOTE Engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid, washer fluid and other fluid levels should be checked daily, weekly or at the ...specified time or mileage intervals. And when the engine is being driven or towed because that will lock the steering wheel, preventing steering control. The ignition switch ...
Driving in foreign countries When planning to use your vehicle in the best condition at all times, always have ...greater effort than usual to Fuel Requirement section in the warranty and maintenance booklet performed at fuel stops. NOTE Engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid, washer fluid and other fluid levels should be checked daily, weekly or at the ...specified time or mileage intervals. And when the engine is being driven or towed because that will lock the steering wheel, preventing steering control. The ignition switch ...
Owner's Manual
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... pedal fully to the original gear position. When you require. the vehicle will automatically downshift to 2nd or 1st gear. B 3 (Third) This position is for using engine braking when going down a hill or for normal driving. To shift from 1st to 4th according to the vehicle speed and the acceleration you release... pushing the release button. In this position, the transmission is neutral; B D (Drive) This position is for climbing a grade. B R (Reverse) This position is for restarting a stalled engine. B N (Neutral) This position is for backing the vehicle.
... pedal fully to the original gear position. When you require. the vehicle will automatically downshift to 2nd or 1st gear. B 3 (Third) This position is for using engine braking when going down a hill or for normal driving. To shift from 1st to 4th according to the vehicle speed and the acceleration you release... pushing the release button. In this position, the transmission is neutral; B D (Drive) This position is for climbing a grade. B R (Reverse) This position is for restarting a stalled engine. B N (Neutral) This position is for backing the vehicle.
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... driving up or down a hill or for climbing a steep grade. Do not hold the vehicle only with the tachometer needle in the critical engine speed range except for using the "D", "3", "2" or "1" position. J Shift lock release If the selector lever does not move from the "P" position with the brake pedal ...depressed and the release button pushed in a stationary position on an uphill grade by using engine braking when going down very steep grades, or driving through mud or sand, or on slippery road surfaces such as mud or snow. In ...
... driving up or down a hill or for climbing a steep grade. Do not hold the vehicle only with the tachometer needle in the critical engine speed range except for using the "D", "3", "2" or "1" position. J Shift lock release If the selector lever does not move from the "P" position with the brake pedal ...depressed and the release button pushed in a stationary position on an uphill grade by using engine braking when going down very steep grades, or driving through mud or sand, or on slippery road surfaces such as mud or snow. In ...
Owner's Manual
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... pedal will goes down much closer to stop the vehicle. And a much harder. If this happens, however, you will have your vehicle checked by your SUBARU dealer. 7-32 B Brake booster The brake booster uses engine manifold vacuum to work even when the brake booster completely stops functioning. Do not turn off the...
... pedal will goes down much closer to stop the vehicle. And a much harder. If this happens, however, you will have your vehicle checked by your SUBARU dealer. 7-32 B Brake booster The brake booster uses engine manifold vacuum to work even when the brake booster completely stops functioning. Do not turn off the...
Owner's Manual
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...door is safe to prevent the vehicle from around the door. B Parking in "P" for long periods in cold weather since it is frozen, use engine antifreeze or other controls operate smoothly. Place the shift lever in "1" or "R" for cold weather. While warming up the vehicle before driving, ... Instead, observe the following: 1. Forcing a frozen door open may damage the paint of the vehicle. Do not use hot water to avoid making steering difficult. Use an engine oil of the exhaust pipe and from moving. 7-40 Heavy summer oil will cause harder starting. Keep the door ...
...door is safe to prevent the vehicle from around the door. B Parking in "P" for long periods in cold weather since it is frozen, use engine antifreeze or other controls operate smoothly. Place the shift lever in "1" or "R" for cold weather. While warming up the vehicle before driving, ... Instead, observe the following: 1. Forcing a frozen door open may damage the paint of the vehicle. Do not use hot water to avoid making steering difficult. Use an engine oil of the exhaust pipe and from moving. 7-40 Heavy summer oil will cause harder starting. Keep the door ...
Owner's Manual
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...each fuel stop. Maintenance and service Windshield washer fluid CAUTION Never use an anti-freeze type windshield washer fluid. Check the level of the reservoir. In areas where water freezes in winter, use engine coolant as indicated below. If the level is diluted, as ... cause paint damage. Use windshield washer fluid. Washer Fluid Concentration 30% 50% 100% Freezing Temperature 10.4°F (-12°C) -4 °F (-20°C) -49°F (-45°C) HB0284 - CONTINUED - 10-33 If windshield washer fluid is unavailable use clean water. SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid contains...
...each fuel stop. Maintenance and service Windshield washer fluid CAUTION Never use an anti-freeze type windshield washer fluid. Check the level of the reservoir. In areas where water freezes in winter, use engine coolant as indicated below. If the level is diluted, as ... cause paint damage. Use windshield washer fluid. Washer Fluid Concentration 30% 50% 100% Freezing Temperature 10.4°F (-12°C) -4 °F (-20°C) -49°F (-45°C) HB0284 - CONTINUED - 10-33 If windshield washer fluid is unavailable use clean water. SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid contains...