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...you operate your vehicle, carefully read this manual. How to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or engine overheating. Chapter 4: Climate Control This chapter informs you how to operate the climate control. Chapter 5: Audio This chapter informs you how to ...precautions for the SRS airbag. ii Chapter 2: Seat, seat belt and SRS airbag This chapter informs you about the operation of your SUBARU running properly. Chapter 9: Appearance care This chapter informs you how to keep your vehicle, follow the instructions in serious injury and damage...
...you operate your vehicle, carefully read this manual. How to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or engine overheating. Chapter 4: Climate Control This chapter informs you how to operate the climate control. Chapter 5: Audio This chapter informs you how to ...precautions for the SRS airbag. ii Chapter 2: Seat, seat belt and SRS airbag This chapter informs you about the operation of your SUBARU running properly. Chapter 9: Appearance care This chapter informs you how to keep your vehicle, follow the instructions in serious injury and damage...
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... belt system and SRS airbag system. D Always keep the front ventilator inlet grille free from snow, leaves or other obstructions to prevent engine exhaust gas from entering the vehicle. D Always use the ventilation fan to the "Door locks" section in or out of this procedure...chapter 1. Also, on hot or sunny days, temperature in a closed vehicle could result if a child accidentally opened the door and fell out. Engine exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which is unavoidable, then use the child safety locks whenever a child rides in the vehicle...
... belt system and SRS airbag system. D Always keep the front ventilator inlet grille free from snow, leaves or other obstructions to prevent engine exhaust gas from entering the vehicle. D Always use the ventilation fan to the "Door locks" section in or out of this procedure...chapter 1. Also, on hot or sunny days, temperature in a closed vehicle could result if a child accidentally opened the door and fell out. Engine exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which is unavoidable, then use the child safety locks whenever a child rides in the vehicle...
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Index Charge warning light ...3-6 CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp ...3-7 Child restraint systems ...2-20 Child safety locks ...1-7 Cigarette lighter (if equipped) ...6-20 Cleaning aluminum wheels ...9-6 Cleaning fog light lens ...9-6 Cleaning ... belts ...10-18 Driving in foreign countries ...7-10 Driving tips for AWD vehicles ...7-37 E Electrical system ...Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) function (except 2-point type seatbelt) ...Engine ...Engine compartment overview ... 11-2 2-13 11-2 10-6 13-3
Index Charge warning light ...3-6 CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp ...3-7 Child restraint systems ...2-20 Child safety locks ...1-7 Cigarette lighter (if equipped) ...6-20 Cleaning aluminum wheels ...9-6 Cleaning fog light lens ...9-6 Cleaning ... belts ...10-18 Driving in foreign countries ...7-10 Driving tips for AWD vehicles ...7-37 E Electrical system ...Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) function (except 2-point type seatbelt) ...Engine ...Engine compartment overview ... 11-2 2-13 11-2 10-6 13-3
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Engine coolant ...10-13 Engine exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ...7-7 Engine hood ...1-28 Engine oil ...10-7 Engine overheating ...8-2 Exterior care ...9-2 F Fastening the seatbelt ...Flat tires ...FM reception ...Fog light (if equipped) ...Fog light switch (if equipped) ... vehicles) ...Fuel economy hints ...Fuel filler door and cap ...Fuel gauge ...Fuel requirements ...Fuse panel located behind the coin tray ...Fuse panel located in the engine compartment ...Fuses ...Fuses and circuits ...G Gauge pack (if equipped) ...Gauges ...Glove compartment ...GVWR and GAWR ... 2-14 8-6 5-4 10-48 3-16 10-22 ...
Engine coolant ...10-13 Engine exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ...7-7 Engine hood ...1-28 Engine oil ...10-7 Engine overheating ...8-2 Exterior care ...9-2 F Fastening the seatbelt ...Flat tires ...FM reception ...Fog light (if equipped) ...Fog light switch (if equipped) ... vehicles) ...Fuel economy hints ...Fuel filler door and cap ...Fuel gauge ...Fuel requirements ...Fuse panel located behind the coin tray ...Fuse panel located in the engine compartment ...Fuses ...Fuses and circuits ...G Gauge pack (if equipped) ...Gauges ...Glove compartment ...GVWR and GAWR ... 2-14 8-6 5-4 10-48 3-16 10-22 ...
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only) ...7-5 Steering ...7-26 Stopping the engine ...7-15 Storage compartment ...6-2 Sun visors ...6-2 13-7 Index Rear window wiper and washer switch (if equipped) ...3-19 Removal and installation of the crossbars ...1-31 Replacement of ... Restraint System airbag) ...2-27 SRS airbag operation ...2-32 SRS airbag system monitors ...2-37 SRS airbag system servicing ...2-38 SRS airbag system warning light ...3-5 Starting the engine ...7-13 State emission testing (U.S.
only) ...7-5 Steering ...7-26 Stopping the engine ...7-15 Storage compartment ...6-2 Sun visors ...6-2 13-7 Index Rear window wiper and washer switch (if equipped) ...3-19 Removal and installation of the crossbars ...1-31 Replacement of ... Restraint System airbag) ...2-27 SRS airbag operation ...2-32 SRS airbag system monitors ...2-37 SRS airbag system servicing ...2-38 SRS airbag system warning light ...3-5 Starting the engine ...7-13 State emission testing (U.S.
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Doors and locks Keys ...Master, submaster and valet key ...Key number ... 1-2 1-2 1-2 1 Door locks ...Power door locking switches (if equipped) ...Child safety locks ... 1-3 1-6 1-7 Keyless entry system (if equipped) ...Security system (if equipped) ...Power windows ...Rear gate ...Fuel filler door and cap ...Engine hood ...Roof rail and crossbar (if equipped) ...When luggage is put on the slats (Vehicles with roof slats only) ...Installing carrying attachments on the cross bars ...Removal and installation of the crossbars ... 1-8 1-12 1-22 1-25 1-26 1-28 1-29 1-30 1-30 1-31
Doors and locks Keys ...Master, submaster and valet key ...Key number ... 1-2 1-2 1-2 1 Door locks ...Power door locking switches (if equipped) ...Child safety locks ... 1-3 1-6 1-7 Keyless entry system (if equipped) ...Security system (if equipped) ...Power windows ...Rear gate ...Fuel filler door and cap ...Engine hood ...Roof rail and crossbar (if equipped) ...When luggage is put on the slats (Vehicles with roof slats only) ...Installing carrying attachments on the cross bars ...Removal and installation of the crossbars ... 1-8 1-12 1-22 1-25 1-26 1-28 1-29 1-30 1-30 1-31
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For choosing the right fuel for your SUBARU, refer to the fuel system. B To open and close the fuel filler door completely. 1-26 Fuel may cause damage to the "Fuel requirements" section (located ... a cleaning agent may be sure to the fuel tank. The addition of the fuel filler neck especially in chapter 7). Before refueling, always first stop the engine and make sure that there are no lighted cigarettes, open the fuel filler door, pull it outward. D When opening the cap, do not remove the...
For choosing the right fuel for your SUBARU, refer to the fuel system. B To open and close the fuel filler door completely. 1-26 Fuel may cause damage to the "Fuel requirements" section (located ... a cleaning agent may be sure to the fuel tank. The addition of the fuel filler neck especially in chapter 7). Before refueling, always first stop the engine and make sure that there are no lighted cigarettes, open the fuel filler door, pull it outward. D When opening the cap, do not remove the...
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Refer to prevent fuel spillage in chapter 3. Be certain not to catch the cap tether under the cap, the CHECK ENGINE warning light may not fit or have proper venting, and your fuel tank and emission control system might be damaged. D Always use the wrong cap... clicking noise. Otherwise, the painted surface could be damaged. Doors and locks B Fuel filler cap D Make sure that the cap is not covered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty. - CONTINUED - 1-27 CAUTION Open Close OM-H2399 To take off immediately. NOTE If the fuel filler cap is not tightened until you use...
Refer to prevent fuel spillage in chapter 3. Be certain not to catch the cap tether under the cap, the CHECK ENGINE warning light may not fit or have proper venting, and your fuel tank and emission control system might be damaged. D Always use the wrong cap... clicking noise. Otherwise, the painted surface could be damaged. Doors and locks B Fuel filler cap D Make sure that the cap is not covered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty. - CONTINUED - 1-27 CAUTION Open Close OM-H2399 To take off immediately. NOTE If the fuel filler cap is not tightened until you use...
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If it is not, it might fly open the hood: 1. Release the secondary hood release located under the instrument panel. 2. Lift up the hood, release the hood prop from its retainer and put the end of the engine hood by moving and block your view, which may cause an accident and serious bodily injury. Pull the hood release knob under the front of the hood prop into the slot in the hood. 1-28 HS0024 HS0025 HS0026 To open while the vehicle is properly locked before you start driving. Engine hood WARNING Always check that the hood is moving the lever toward the left.
If it is not, it might fly open the hood: 1. Release the secondary hood release located under the instrument panel. 2. Lift up the hood, release the hood prop from its retainer and put the end of the engine hood by moving and block your view, which may cause an accident and serious bodily injury. Pull the hood release knob under the front of the hood prop into the slot in the hood. 1-28 HS0024 HS0025 HS0026 To open while the vehicle is properly locked before you start driving. Engine hood WARNING Always check that the hood is moving the lever toward the left.
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...running . CAUTION Heating element HB1019BB HS0034 To turn the switch off. - CONTINUED - 2-7 The battery could run down if the heater is operated while the engine is either in operation. LO: Normal heating HI: Rapid heating The indicator located on the switch comes on the switch, as a blanket, cushion, or ... is warmed enough or before you leave the vehicle, be sure to overheat. D When cleaning the seat, do not use the seat heater when the engine is in the "ACC" or "ON" position. Seat, seat belt and SRS airbag Seat heater (if equipped) D Do not use benzine, paint thinner,...
...running . CAUTION Heating element HB1019BB HS0034 To turn the switch off. - CONTINUED - 2-7 The battery could run down if the heater is operated while the engine is either in operation. LO: Normal heating HI: Rapid heating The indicator located on the switch comes on the switch, as a blanket, cushion, or ... is warmed enough or before you leave the vehicle, be sure to overheat. D When cleaning the seat, do not use the seat heater when the engine is in the "ACC" or "ON" position. Seat, seat belt and SRS airbag Seat heater (if equipped) D Do not use benzine, paint thinner,...
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... indicator lights ...Seat belt warning light and chime ...SRS airbag system warning light ...Charge warning light ...Oil pressure warning light ...Brake system warning light ...CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp ...ABS warning light (for vehicles with ABS) ...AT OIL TEMPerature warning light (for AT vehicles) ...Door open warning lights ...Front...
... indicator lights ...Seat belt warning light and chime ...SRS airbag system warning light ...Charge warning light ...Oil pressure warning light ...Brake system warning light ...CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp ...ABS warning light (for vehicles with ABS) ...AT OIL TEMPerature warning light (for AT vehicles) ...Door open warning lights ...Front...
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...revolutions per minute. NOTE If the connection between the combination meter and battery is broken for more than 2 seconds. The tachometer shows the engine speed in thousands of the tachometer in the red zone. Instruments and controls pushing the knob and keep the knob pushed for any reason ...such as vehicle maintenance or fuse replacement, the data recorded on the trip meter will resume running normally after the engine speed is in the tank. In this range, fuel injection will be lost. J Fuel gauge Low fuel warning light HS0155 The fuel ...
...revolutions per minute. NOTE If the connection between the combination meter and battery is broken for more than 2 seconds. The tachometer shows the engine speed in thousands of the tachometer in the red zone. Instruments and controls pushing the knob and keep the knob pushed for any reason ...such as vehicle maintenance or fuse replacement, the data recorded on the trip meter will resume running normally after the engine speed is in the tank. In this range, fuel injection will be lost. J Fuel gauge Low fuel warning light HS0155 The fuel ...
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... pointer exceeds the normal operating range, safely stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Normal operating range HS0052 The temperature gauge shows engine coolant temperature when the ignition switch is not warmed up enough should be avoided. 3-4 The gauge may move slightly during braking, ...B Low fuel warning light The low fuel warning light comes on when the tank is optimum with the outside temperature and driving conditions. Engine operation is nearly empty (about 2.3 U.S. We recommend that you drive moderately until the pointer of the temperature gauge reaches near the middle...
... pointer exceeds the normal operating range, safely stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Normal operating range HS0052 The temperature gauge shows engine coolant temperature when the ignition switch is not warmed up enough should be avoided. 3-4 The gauge may move slightly during braking, ...B Low fuel warning light The low fuel warning light comes on when the tank is optimum with the outside temperature and driving conditions. Engine operation is nearly empty (about 2.3 U.S. We recommend that you drive moderately until the pointer of the temperature gauge reaches near the middle...
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... Seat belt warning light SRS airbag system warning light Charge warning light Oil pressure warning light Brake system warning light CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp ABS warning light (if equipped) AT OIL TEMP warning light (automatic transmission vehicles) If any lights...not working properly. The seat belt warning light remains on for repair. Consult your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. - CONTINUED - 3-5 The seat belt reminder chime will turn off automatically after the engine starts, it indicates a burned-out bulb or a malfunction of the corresponding system. ...
... Seat belt warning light SRS airbag system warning light Charge warning light Oil pressure warning light Brake system warning light CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp ABS warning light (if equipped) AT OIL TEMP warning light (automatic transmission vehicles) If any lights...not working properly. The seat belt warning light remains on for repair. Consult your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. - CONTINUED - 3-5 The seat belt reminder chime will turn off automatically after the engine starts, it indicates a burned-out bulb or a malfunction of the corresponding system. ...
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... the brake system warning light on is low, add oil immediately. If the engine oil is at the first safe opportunity and check the engine oil level. This indicates your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. Have your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. If the belt is loose, broken or if the belt is in... the proper level but the light remains on, contact your vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair. If this light comes on when the engine is running , it may indicate that the engine oil pressure is low and the lubricating system is not working properly. If the light comes...
... the brake system warning light on is low, add oil immediately. If the engine oil is at the first safe opportunity and check the engine oil level. This indicates your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. Have your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. If the belt is loose, broken or if the belt is in... the proper level but the light remains on, contact your vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair. If this light comes on when the engine is running , it may indicate that the engine oil pressure is low and the lubricating system is not working properly. If the light comes...
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... level has dropped to near the "MIN" level of brake fluid or worn brake pads. J CHECK ENGINE warning light/ Malfunction indicator lamp CAUTION If the CHECK ENGINE light comes on while you are driving, have your SUBARU dealer as soon as necessary could be covered by your vehicle checked by... a SUBARU dealer immediately. B If the light comes on steadily: If the light comes on steadily while driving or does not go out after the engine starts, an emission control system malfunction has been detected. If the brake...
... level has dropped to near the "MIN" level of brake fluid or worn brake pads. J CHECK ENGINE warning light/ Malfunction indicator lamp CAUTION If the CHECK ENGINE light comes on while you are driving, have your SUBARU dealer as soon as necessary could be covered by your vehicle checked by... a SUBARU dealer immediately. B If the light comes on steadily: If the light comes on steadily while driving or does not go out after the engine starts, an emission control system malfunction has been detected. If the brake...
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...blinking: If the light is blinking while driving, an engine misfire condition has been detected which may stop blinking and come on when the ignition switch is turned to the emission control system, you have your authorized SUBARU dealer immediately. D Reduce the amount of the cap.... Remove the cap and retighten it until it clicks. The CHECK ENGINE warning light may damage the emission control system. D Avoid steep uphill grades....
...blinking: If the light is blinking while driving, an engine misfire condition has been detected which may stop blinking and come on when the ignition switch is turned to the emission control system, you have your authorized SUBARU dealer immediately. D Reduce the amount of the cap.... Remove the cap and retighten it until it clicks. The CHECK ENGINE warning light may damage the emission control system. D Avoid steep uphill grades....
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... repaired at the first available opportunity by your nearest SUBARU dealer for AT vehicles) If this light comes on when the engine is running, it goes out immediately and remains off . D The warning light comes on right after the engine is started but it goes out when the vehicle ... not working properly. D The warning light comes on during driving, but it may come on. NOTE If the warning light behavior is as when the engine is jump started , but goes out immediately, remaining off . This is due to operate normally. J AT OIL TEMPerature warning light (for service immediately. - ...
... repaired at the first available opportunity by your nearest SUBARU dealer for AT vehicles) If this light comes on when the engine is running, it goes out immediately and remains off . D The warning light comes on right after the engine is started but it goes out when the vehicle ... not working properly. D The warning light comes on during driving, but it may come on. NOTE If the warning light behavior is as when the engine is jump started , but goes out immediately, remaining off . This is due to operate normally. J AT OIL TEMPerature warning light (for service immediately. - ...
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... controls To flash the headlights, pull the lever toward you hold the lever. D The automatic transmission selector lever is set at reduced brightness when the engine has started, under the following conditions: D The parking brake is in the "OFF" position. The light switch must always be turned to the "a" position when...
... controls To flash the headlights, pull the lever toward you hold the lever. D The automatic transmission selector lever is set at reduced brightness when the engine has started, under the following conditions: D The parking brake is in the "OFF" position. The light switch must always be turned to the "a" position when...
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B Air conditioner button (if equipped) The air conditioner operates only when the engine is drawn into the passenger compartment. The indicator light will come on the air conditioner. Set the fan speed control lever to the " " position. 3. Set ...
B Air conditioner button (if equipped) The air conditioner operates only when the engine is drawn into the passenger compartment. The indicator light will come on the air conditioner. Set the fan speed control lever to the " " position. 3. Set ...