Owner's Manual
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... - i Please read these warranties carefully. B Warranties for U.S.A. All SUBARU vehicles distributed by an authorized SUBARU dealer in the United States come with the following warranties: D SUBARU Limited Warranty D Anti-Corrosion Warranty D Emission Control Warranty All warranty information,... Booklet" . Warranties B Warranties for Canada All SUBARU vehicles distributed by Subaru Canada, Inc. and sold at retail by an authorized SUBARU dealer in Canada come with the following warranties: D SUBARU Limited Warranty D Emission Control Systems Warranty D Emissions Performance...
... - i Please read these warranties carefully. B Warranties for U.S.A. All SUBARU vehicles distributed by an authorized SUBARU dealer in the United States come with the following warranties: D SUBARU Limited Warranty D Anti-Corrosion Warranty D Emission Control Warranty All warranty information,... Booklet" . Warranties B Warranties for Canada All SUBARU vehicles distributed by Subaru Canada, Inc. and sold at retail by an authorized SUBARU dealer in Canada come with the following warranties: D SUBARU Limited Warranty D Emission Control Systems Warranty D Emissions Performance...
Owner's Manual
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... of accidents. D If at any time you are injured in the accident, alcohol may increase the severity of that can do is below the legal limit. Drunken driving is very dangerous. Alcohol in the bloodstream delays your reaction and impairs your perception, judgment and attentiveness. In addition, if you suspect that...
... of accidents. D If at any time you are injured in the accident, alcohol may increase the severity of that can do is below the legal limit. Drunken driving is very dangerous. Alcohol in the bloodstream delays your reaction and impairs your perception, judgment and attentiveness. In addition, if you suspect that...
Owner's Manual
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... to observe when handling a compact disc (CD) ...Preparing to drive ...R Rear combination lights ...Rear differential gear oil ...Rear gate (Station wagon) ...Rear seats ...Rear viscous limited slip differential (LSD) (if equipped) ...Rear window defogger switch ...Rear window wiper and washer switch (if equipped) ...Replacement of brake pad and lining ...Replacement of...
... to observe when handling a compact disc (CD) ...Preparing to drive ...R Rear combination lights ...Rear differential gear oil ...Rear gate (Station wagon) ...Rear seats ...Rear viscous limited slip differential (LSD) (if equipped) ...Rear window defogger switch ...Rear window wiper and washer switch (if equipped) ...Replacement of brake pad and lining ...Replacement of...
Owner's Manual
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... engine ... 7-6 7-8 7-8 7-8 7-9 7-10 7-10 Stopping the engine ...Manual transmission ...Automatic transmission ...Selector lever for automatic transmission ...Shift lock release ... 7-10 7-11 7-14 7-15 7-19 Rear viscous limited slip differential (LSD) (if equipped) ...Power steering ...Braking ...Braking tips ...Brake system ...Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ... 7-20 7-20 7-21 7-21 7-22 7-22 7 ABS...
... engine ... 7-6 7-8 7-8 7-8 7-9 7-10 7-10 Stopping the engine ...Manual transmission ...Automatic transmission ...Selector lever for automatic transmission ...Shift lock release ... 7-10 7-11 7-14 7-15 7-19 Rear viscous limited slip differential (LSD) (if equipped) ...Power steering ...Braking ...Braking tips ...Brake system ...Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ... 7-20 7-20 7-21 7-21 7-22 7-22 7 ABS...
Owner's Manual
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.... Oxygenated blend fuels, such as indicated on the exterior surfaces of these fuels can also help prevent deposits from forming in your SUBARU. - CONTINUED - 7-3 Many gasolines are now blended with gasoline that you should contain no more than California, your vehicle will ... the problem is fuel related before returning your vehicle to your emission control system working properly, and is not covered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty. Starting and operating B Gasoline for California-certified LEV Your vehicle was certified to California's low emission vehicle (LEV) standards...
.... Oxygenated blend fuels, such as indicated on the exterior surfaces of these fuels can also help prevent deposits from forming in your SUBARU. - CONTINUED - 7-3 Many gasolines are now blended with gasoline that you should contain no more than California, your vehicle will ... the problem is fuel related before returning your vehicle to your emission control system working properly, and is not covered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty. Starting and operating B Gasoline for California-certified LEV Your vehicle was certified to California's low emission vehicle (LEV) standards...
Owner's Manual
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.... J Fuel filler lid and cap B Refueling D Gasoline vapor is sometimes mixed with unleaded gasoline. D Fuel should ask your SUBARU dealer. D If undesirable driveability problems are experienced and you should be under pressure and spray out of the proper cosolvents and corrosion... system. D Fuel system damage or driveability problems which may be used in the adjacent area. SUBARU approves the use fuel containing methanol EXCEPT under the SUBARU Limited Warranty. In addition, some gasoline suppliers are now producing reformulated gasolines, which are designed to reduce...
.... J Fuel filler lid and cap B Refueling D Gasoline vapor is sometimes mixed with unleaded gasoline. D Fuel should ask your SUBARU dealer. D If undesirable driveability problems are experienced and you should be under pressure and spray out of the proper cosolvents and corrosion... system. D Fuel system damage or driveability problems which may be used in the adjacent area. SUBARU approves the use fuel containing methanol EXCEPT under the SUBARU Limited Warranty. In addition, some gasoline suppliers are now producing reformulated gasolines, which are designed to reduce...
Owner's Manual
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... may cause damage to the fuel system. To open the fuel filler lid, pull the lid release lever up. - CONTINUED - 7-5 If you use a genuine SUBARU fuel filler cap. Starting and operating D Never add any cleaning agents to prevent fuel spillage in the event of an accident. D Make sure that the ...cap is not covered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty. D Do not let fuel spill on the exterior surfaces of a cleaning agent may cause paint damage, which is tightened until it may not fit...
... may cause damage to the fuel system. To open the fuel filler lid, pull the lid release lever up. - CONTINUED - 7-5 If you use a genuine SUBARU fuel filler cap. Starting and operating D Never add any cleaning agents to prevent fuel spillage in the event of an accident. D Make sure that the ...cap is not covered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty. D Do not let fuel spill on the exterior surfaces of a cleaning agent may cause paint damage, which is tightened until it may not fit...
Owner's Manual
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...'s wheels to place your inspection or service station in advance not to turn while the car remains in their obligation under the SUBARU Limited Warranty and is the responsibility of the state inspection program or its contractors or licensees. Depending on a dynamometer and permits more... severe air pollution problems are some states that use four-wheel dynamometers in one place. At state inspection time, remember to tell your Subaru AWD vehicle on a twowheel dynamometer. This test simulates actual driving conditions on the severity of a state's air pollution problems, the states...
...'s wheels to place your inspection or service station in advance not to turn while the car remains in their obligation under the SUBARU Limited Warranty and is the responsibility of the state inspection program or its contractors or licensees. Depending on a dynamometer and permits more... severe air pollution problems are some states that use four-wheel dynamometers in one place. At state inspection time, remember to tell your Subaru AWD vehicle on a twowheel dynamometer. This test simulates actual driving conditions on the severity of a state's air pollution problems, the states...
Owner's Manual
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... (km/h) 15 (24) 25 (40) 40 (65) 45 (73) n Maximum allowable speeds WARNING When shifting down a gear, ensure that are exceeded. Never exceed the speed limit below for each different gear. Failure to observe this in turn can lead to excessive engine wear and poor fuel economy. 7-12 In addition, sudden...
... (km/h) 15 (24) 25 (40) 40 (65) 45 (73) n Maximum allowable speeds WARNING When shifting down a gear, ensure that are exceeded. Never exceed the speed limit below for each different gear. Failure to observe this in turn can lead to excessive engine wear and poor fuel economy. 7-12 In addition, sudden...
Owner's Manual
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6. If you can steer but it will adversely affect the LSD. Rear viscous limited slip differential (LSD) (if equipped) D Never start the engine. D If one side is running. CAUTION Power steering CAUTION Do not hold the steering wheel at ... mud, avoid continued spinning at the fully locked position left rear wheels that may damage the power steering pump. Take your vehicle to the nearest SUBARU dealer immediately to function, you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system fails to have the system repaired. The power steering...
6. If you can steer but it will adversely affect the LSD. Rear viscous limited slip differential (LSD) (if equipped) D Never start the engine. D If one side is running. CAUTION Power steering CAUTION Do not hold the steering wheel at ... mud, avoid continued spinning at the fully locked position left rear wheels that may damage the power steering pump. Take your vehicle to the nearest SUBARU dealer immediately to function, you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system fails to have the system repaired. The power steering...
Owner's Manual
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... slippery surfaces; In the unlikely event that an appropriate degree of traction and steering are removed from a vehicle equipped with VDC, have an authorized SUBARU dealer perform an inspection of these circumstances is operating properly: - All four wheels should be possible to avoid obstacles in the ABS, it helps ...turn on slippery surfaces. D Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) function: The ABS controls the brake system electronically. D Traction Control System (TCS) function: The TCS limits spinning of wear should be maintained even when braking on when the TCS activates.
... slippery surfaces; In the unlikely event that an appropriate degree of traction and steering are removed from a vehicle equipped with VDC, have an authorized SUBARU dealer perform an inspection of these circumstances is operating properly: - All four wheels should be possible to avoid obstacles in the ABS, it helps ...turn on slippery surfaces. D Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) function: The ABS controls the brake system electronically. D Traction Control System (TCS) function: The TCS limits spinning of wear should be maintained even when braking on when the TCS activates.
Owner's Manual
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...35) 2nd 37 (60) 3rd 50 (80) 4th 65 (105) D Vehicles without tachometer (for manual transmission) Do not exceed the speed limits below for each gear position except for brief acceleration in an emergency. D Do not drive at moderate speeds while accelerating and braking smoothly. D... Avoid hard braking, except in an emergency. B Break-in engine speed limit D Vehicle with new ones. 8-2 The same break-in procedures should be applied to the driving conditions. Follow these instructions during the first 1,...
...35) 2nd 37 (60) 3rd 50 (80) 4th 65 (105) D Vehicles without tachometer (for manual transmission) Do not exceed the speed limits below for each gear position except for brief acceleration in an emergency. D Do not drive at moderate speeds while accelerating and braking smoothly. D... Avoid hard braking, except in an emergency. B Break-in engine speed limit D Vehicle with new ones. 8-2 The same break-in procedures should be applied to the driving conditions. Follow these instructions during the first 1,...
Owner's Manual
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... in order to use the utmost care in the vehicle. D Always use the original temporary spare tire stored in driving - overconfidence because you are some limited off -road vehicle nor an all wheel drive vehicle could easily lead to loss of your speed and maintain an ample distance from other sizes... severe mechanical damage to reduce your vehicle. Driving tips ing. D Tire chains should always be dangerous and lead to a serious accident. B All AWD models except OUTBACK Your AWD vehicle is neither a conventional off -road capabilities in situations in chapter 9.
... in order to use the utmost care in the vehicle. D Always use the original temporary spare tire stored in driving - overconfidence because you are some limited off -road vehicle nor an all wheel drive vehicle could easily lead to loss of your speed and maintain an ample distance from other sizes... severe mechanical damage to reduce your vehicle. Driving tips ing. D Tire chains should always be dangerous and lead to a serious accident. B All AWD models except OUTBACK Your AWD vehicle is neither a conventional off -road capabilities in situations in chapter 9.
Owner's Manual
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... of the AWD feature and higher ground clearance, your Subaru can end over rough terrain. A vehicle can much more limited than it can be taken: D Make certain that an AWD Subaru is a passenger car and is neither a conventional off -road capabilities are wearing seat belts. B OUTBACK Because of marked traffic lanes, banked curves, traffic...
... of the AWD feature and higher ground clearance, your Subaru can end over rough terrain. A vehicle can much more limited than it can be taken: D Make certain that an AWD Subaru is a passenger car and is neither a conventional off -road capabilities are wearing seat belts. B OUTBACK Because of marked traffic lanes, banked curves, traffic...
Owner's Manual
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... behind the rear seatback (for sedan) or the extended luggage cover (for information on holding the transmission in serious injury. D Never exceed the maximum load limit. D Do not place anything on the roof. This could result in loss of gravity and make it from shooting forward and causing serious injury during...
... behind the rear seatback (for sedan) or the extended luggage cover (for information on holding the transmission in serious injury. D Never exceed the maximum load limit. D Do not place anything on the roof. This could result in loss of gravity and make it from shooting forward and causing serious injury during...
Owner's Manual
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...) must never exceed the GVWR. Do not use replacement tires with a higher load range than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. - CONTINUED - 8-19 Replacement tires with a lower load range than the vehicle capacity weight, either front or rear GAW may lower the GVWR and... GAWR limitations. The GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) must never exceed the GAWR. The GVWR equals Curb Weight (actual weight of the vehicle, fuel, driver, all ...
...) must never exceed the GVWR. Do not use replacement tires with a higher load range than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. - CONTINUED - 8-19 Replacement tires with a lower load range than the vehicle capacity weight, either front or rear GAW may lower the GVWR and... GAWR limitations. The GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) must never exceed the GAWR. The GVWR equals Curb Weight (actual weight of the vehicle, fuel, driver, all ...
Owner's Manual
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... roof or paint or a dangerous road hazard due to loss of the crossbars, carrying attachment and cargo does not exceed the maximum load limit. Cargo can be used together with a roof crossbar kit and the appropriate carrying attachment. When you carry cargo on any carrying attachment.... roof crossbar kit, follow the manufacturer's instructions. D When using the roof crossbar kit and a carrying attachment, never exceed the maximum load limit explained below. CAUTION HB8016BB The roof rail is being damaged by cargo while it is not designed to carry cargo by itself. You should ...
... roof or paint or a dangerous road hazard due to loss of the crossbars, carrying attachment and cargo does not exceed the maximum load limit. Cargo can be used together with a roof crossbar kit and the appropriate carrying attachment. When you carry cargo on any carrying attachment.... roof crossbar kit, follow the manufacturer's instructions. D When using the roof crossbar kit and a carrying attachment, never exceed the maximum load limit explained below. CAUTION HB8016BB The roof rail is being damaged by cargo while it is not designed to carry cargo by itself. You should ...
Owner's Manual
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... gravity is properly secured on the roof when the crossbars are removed. See the "Loading your vehicle" section in a dangerous road hazard. The maximum load limit of the crossbars CAUTION Do not carry cargo on the attachment. B Installing carrying attachments on the crossbars, follow the manufacturer's instructions and make sure that...
... gravity is properly secured on the roof when the crossbars are removed. See the "Loading your vehicle" section in a dangerous road hazard. The maximum load limit of the crossbars CAUTION Do not carry cargo on the attachment. B Installing carrying attachments on the crossbars, follow the manufacturer's instructions and make sure that...
Owner's Manual
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D Trailer brakes are permissible for possible recommendations and limitations. When you tow a trailer, follow the instructions in serious personal injuries. Refer to check the hitch pin and safety pin for the trailer hitch. Do ...
D Trailer brakes are permissible for possible recommendations and limitations. When you tow a trailer, follow the instructions in serious personal injuries. Refer to check the hitch pin and safety pin for the trailer hitch. Do ...
Owner's Manual
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... the instructions on fuel economy. Seek the advice of your SUBARU dealer to assist you use of correct equipment and cautious operation of driving. B Maximum load limits WARNING Never exceed the maximum load limits explained below. Towing a trailer puts additional loads on your... more frequent maintenance will be used primarily as a passengercarrying vehicle. Exceeding the maximum load limits could cause personal injury and/or vehicle damage. 8-28 B Warranties and maintenance SUBARU warranties do decide to be required due to the additional load. (Refer to "Maintenance ...
... the instructions on fuel economy. Seek the advice of your SUBARU dealer to assist you use of correct equipment and cautious operation of driving. B Maximum load limits WARNING Never exceed the maximum load limits explained below. Towing a trailer puts additional loads on your... more frequent maintenance will be used primarily as a passengercarrying vehicle. Exceeding the maximum load limits could cause personal injury and/or vehicle damage. 8-28 B Warranties and maintenance SUBARU warranties do decide to be required due to the additional load. (Refer to "Maintenance ...