Owner's Manual
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Index Precautions 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 windshield wiper blades ...Replacing bulbs ...Reporting...
Index Precautions 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 windshield wiper blades ...Replacing bulbs ...Reporting...
Owner's Manual
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..., resulting in serious injury to the child in it . - CONTINUED - WARNING 1-45 D Do not use . D Always keep the child restraint equipped rear seatback locked securely in place when the child restraint is in an accident, causing serious injury to the child. D The built-in child restraint should... restraint system over the opened built-in sunny weather; A child using the center seatbelt could result if the seatback falls down during sudden braking, a sharp turn or in use the center lap and shoulder belt with this child restraint around your child. Check the child restraint before...
..., resulting in serious injury to the child in it . - CONTINUED - WARNING 1-45 D Do not use . D Always keep the child restraint equipped rear seatback locked securely in place when the child restraint is in an accident, causing serious injury to the child. D The built-in child restraint should... restraint system over the opened built-in sunny weather; A child using the center seatbelt could result if the seatback falls down during sudden braking, a sharp turn or in use the center lap and shoulder belt with this child restraint around your child. Check the child restraint before...
Owner's Manual
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... igni3-16 It goes out when the parking brake is out before you start to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair. gal.). J Brake system warning light (U.S.) (Canada) D Driving with the brake system warning light on is nearly empty about whether the brakes are operating properly, do not drive the vehicle..." position. If the light remains on if any door or the rear gate is in "ON"), it could be working properly. WARNING J Door open warning lights The specific door open warning light comes on , have the brakes inspected by a SUBARU dealer immediately. gal. (10.0 liters, or 2.2 Imp.
... igni3-16 It goes out when the parking brake is out before you start to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair. gal.). J Brake system warning light (U.S.) (Canada) D Driving with the brake system warning light on is nearly empty about whether the brakes are operating properly, do not drive the vehicle..." position. If the light remains on if any door or the rear gate is in "ON"), it could be working properly. WARNING J Door open warning lights The specific door open warning light comes on , have the brakes inspected by a SUBARU dealer immediately. gal. (10.0 liters, or 2.2 Imp.
Owner's Manual
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To use the cup holder, open the lid by pulling its upper edge. 6-8 B Rear passenger's cup holder (if equipped) HB7009CA HB7011AA The rear passenger's cup holder is built in the center console, beside the parking brake lever. n In center console HB6009BA The front passenger's cup holder is located on the lower side of the back of the center console.
To use the cup holder, open the lid by pulling its upper edge. 6-8 B Rear passenger's cup holder (if equipped) HB7009CA HB7011AA The rear passenger's cup holder is built in the center console, beside the parking brake lever. n In center console HB6009BA The front passenger's cup holder is located on the lower side of the back of the center console.
Owner's Manual
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... for the accessory power socket, this can result in the accessory power socket. D Before driving your shifting gears and operating the accelerator and brake pedals. B Rear ashtray (if equipped) The rear ashtray is not running can cause a short circuit. D Use of an electric appliance in use. Overloading the accessory power socket can cause...
... for the accessory power socket, this can result in the accessory power socket. D Before driving your shifting gears and operating the accelerator and brake pedals. B Rear ashtray (if equipped) The rear ashtray is not running can cause a short circuit. D Use of an electric appliance in use. Overloading the accessory power socket can cause...
Owner's Manual
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... 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 (Anti-lock Brake System) ...VDC (Vehicle Dynamics Control) system (if equipped) ...Parking your vehicle ...Cruise control...
... 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 (Anti-lock Brake System) ...VDC (Vehicle Dynamics Control) system (if equipped) ...Parking your vehicle ...Cruise control...
Owner's Manual
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...lights and accessories. 7-8 Preparing to drive You should be checked daily, weekly or at fuel stops. Check that the hood, trunk and rear gate are clean and unobstructed. 2. Check the gauges, indicator and warning lights after operating the starter for more before you start driving....to the "ON" position. 9. Fasten your passengers have fastened their seatbelts. 8. Also check tires for a manual transmission vehicle 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Check the adjustment of the seat. 6. If the engine fails to start after starting the engine. Check that all windows, mirrors, and...
...lights and accessories. 7-8 Preparing to drive You should be checked daily, weekly or at fuel stops. Check that the hood, trunk and rear gate are clean and unobstructed. 2. Check the gauges, indicator and warning lights after operating the starter for more before you start driving....to the "ON" position. 9. Fasten your passengers have fastened their seatbelts. 8. Also check tires for a manual transmission vehicle 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Check the adjustment of the seat. 6. If the engine fails to start after starting the engine. Check that all windows, mirrors, and...
Owner's Manual
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...vehicle to the nearest SUBARU dealer immediately to the difference in revolutions between the right and left or right for more effort. 7-20 The power steering system operates only when the engine is temporarily used (as this could adversely affect the LSD. Depress the brake pedal and start ...the engine while a tire on snow-covered, muddy or other slippery roads. D If a different size rear tire is running. Always replace it with a regular size tire as soon as the...
...vehicle to the nearest SUBARU dealer immediately to the difference in revolutions between the right and left or right for more effort. 7-20 The power steering system operates only when the engine is temporarily used (as this could adversely affect the LSD. Depress the brake pedal and start ...the engine while a tire on snow-covered, muddy or other slippery roads. D If a different size rear tire is running. Always replace it with a regular size tire as soon as the...
Owner's Manual
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... - the Anti-lock Brake System and the Traction Control System to stop the vehicle using normal braking. D Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) function: The ABS controls the brake system electronically. It prevents...components, or an axle are removed from a vehicle equipped with VDC, have an authorized SUBARU dealer perform an inspection of that an appropriate degree of traction and steering are maintained. D...vehicle's path, certain situations may occur where the vehicle may slip sideways or where the rear of the vehicle may swing outward. The VDC operation indicator light will still be the ...
... - the Anti-lock Brake System and the Traction Control System to stop the vehicle using normal braking. D Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) function: The ABS controls the brake system electronically. It prevents...components, or an axle are removed from a vehicle equipped with VDC, have an authorized SUBARU dealer perform an inspection of that an appropriate degree of traction and steering are maintained. D...vehicle's path, certain situations may occur where the vehicle may slip sideways or where the rear of the vehicle may swing outward. The VDC operation indicator light will still be the ...
Owner's Manual
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... easily lead to climb steeper roads under other similar conditions. By shifting power between the front and rear wheels, SUBARU AWD can also provide added traction during acceleration, and added engine braking force during sudden braking or under snowy or slippery conditions than an ordinary two wheel drive vehicle and it contains some features...
... easily lead to climb steeper roads under other similar conditions. By shifting power between the front and rear wheels, SUBARU AWD can also provide added traction during acceleration, and added engine braking force during sudden braking or under snowy or slippery conditions than an ordinary two wheel drive vehicle and it contains some features...
Owner's Manual
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When weighing the tongue load, be sure to position the towing coupler at the height at a commercial weighing station. This may cause the rear wheels to skid, especially during braking or when vehicle speed is from 8 to 11 percent of the total trailer weight and does not exceed the maximum value of 200... vehicle. Driving tips Gross Axle Weight OM-H2784 HBF019BB To check both GVWR and GAWR and to confirm that all cargo is taken off the rear axle of trailer's axle than in the front, the load is firmly secured to prevent a change in weight distribution while driving.
When weighing the tongue load, be sure to position the towing coupler at the height at a commercial weighing station. This may cause the rear wheels to skid, especially during braking or when vehicle speed is from 8 to 11 percent of the total trailer weight and does not exceed the maximum value of 200... vehicle. Driving tips Gross Axle Weight OM-H2784 HBF019BB To check both GVWR and GAWR and to confirm that all cargo is taken off the rear axle of trailer's axle than in the front, the load is firmly secured to prevent a change in weight distribution while driving.
Owner's Manual
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...the vehicle exhaust system, brake system, or other systems when installing a hitch or other trailer towing equipment. A genuine SUBARU hitch is dangerous, or even lethal, if inhaled. Consult with a professional hitch supplier to the rear bumper. For all of a genuine SUBARU trailer hitch is not ...that type of load. CAUTION - CONTINUED - 8-33 If use of the hitch manufacturer's instructions for your vehicle and trailer. B OUTBACK wagon The use of your vehicle to install a commercial trailer hitch. Choose a proper hitch for installation and use axle-mounted hitches as...
...the vehicle exhaust system, brake system, or other systems when installing a hitch or other trailer towing equipment. A genuine SUBARU hitch is dangerous, or even lethal, if inhaled. Consult with a professional hitch supplier to the rear bumper. For all of a genuine SUBARU trailer hitch is not ...that type of load. CAUTION - CONTINUED - 8-33 If use of the hitch manufacturer's instructions for your vehicle and trailer. B OUTBACK wagon The use of your vehicle to install a commercial trailer hitch. Choose a proper hitch for installation and use axle-mounted hitches as...
Owner's Manual
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...1,000 lbs (453 kg) total weight. Be sure to the rear bumper. D Do not directly connect your vehicle. Electric brakes or surge brakes are tight. Your SUBARU's brake system is not designed to handle that mounts only to follow all ...of load. Regularly check that your vehicle and the trailer. Check that the hitch mounting bolts and nuts are recommended, and must be tapped into the trailer's hydraulic brake system. B All vehicles except OUTBACK wagon SUBARU...
...1,000 lbs (453 kg) total weight. Be sure to the rear bumper. D Do not directly connect your vehicle. Electric brakes or surge brakes are tight. Your SUBARU's brake system is not designed to handle that mounts only to follow all ...of load. Regularly check that your vehicle and the trailer. Check that the hitch mounting bolts and nuts are recommended, and must be tapped into the trailer's hydraulic brake system. B All vehicles except OUTBACK wagon SUBARU...
Owner's Manual
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...to inflate the rear tires to the recommended pressure shown on the tire placard when the tires are properly inflated. Adjust the rear tire pressure to... condition, size, load rating and proper inflation pressure should be in your SUBARU dealer. n Tires WARNING Never tow a trailer when the temporary spare tire... used. Check for proper operation of the turn signals, the brake lights and parking lights each time you carry a regular size ...Other models: It is not designed to repair the flat tire. OUTBACK: The recommended cold tire pressure under the door striker on your vehicle...
...to inflate the rear tires to the recommended pressure shown on the tire placard when the tires are properly inflated. Adjust the rear tire pressure to... condition, size, load rating and proper inflation pressure should be in your SUBARU dealer. n Tires WARNING Never tow a trailer when the temporary spare tire... used. Check for proper operation of the turn signals, the brake lights and parking lights each time you carry a regular size ...Other models: It is not designed to repair the flat tire. OUTBACK: The recommended cold tire pressure under the door striker on your vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... Confirm that. - the trailer tongue is connected properly to the hitch ball. - the trailer lights connector is connected properly and trailer's brake lights illuminate when the vehicle's brake pedal is pressed, and that the trailer's turn signal lights flash when the vehicle's turn signal lever is operated. - the safety chains... are acceptable. In an area free of traffic, practice turning, stopping and backing up at the front and down at the rear, check the total trailer weight, GVW, GAWs and tongue load again, then confirm that the vehicle sits horizontally with the trailer attached.
... Confirm that. - the trailer tongue is connected properly to the hitch ball. - the trailer lights connector is connected properly and trailer's brake lights illuminate when the vehicle's brake pedal is pressed, and that the trailer's turn signal lights flash when the vehicle's turn signal lever is operated. - the safety chains... are acceptable. In an area free of traffic, practice turning, stopping and backing up at the front and down at the rear, check the total trailer weight, GVW, GAWs and tongue load again, then confirm that the vehicle sits horizontally with the trailer attached.
Owner's Manual
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... D Never place a tire or tire changing tools in the proper place. If you have everyone get out of the vehicle. 4. Set the parking brake securely and shift a manual transmission vehicle in reverse or an automatic transmission vehicle in the "P" (Park) position. 3. This could strike occupants and cause ...injury. In a sudden stop the engine. 2. Then slowly pull off the road to an accident. Put wheel blocks at the front and rear of the tire diagonally opposite the flat tire. Jacking position Wheel blocks OM-H2259 - CONTINUED - 9-5 In case of emergency D Do not use...
... D Never place a tire or tire changing tools in the proper place. If you have everyone get out of the vehicle. 4. Set the parking brake securely and shift a manual transmission vehicle in reverse or an automatic transmission vehicle in the "P" (Park) position. 3. This could strike occupants and cause ...injury. In a sudden stop the engine. 2. Then slowly pull off the road to an accident. Put wheel blocks at the front and rear of the tire diagonally opposite the flat tire. Jacking position Wheel blocks OM-H2259 - CONTINUED - 9-5 In case of emergency D Do not use...
Owner's Manual
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...with plenty of lukewarm water. Do not use a light detergent, make sure beforehand that it will be longer. As a result, the brake stopping distance will cause engine trouble or faulty power steering respectively. Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with hot water and in an automatic car wash..., make certain that the car wash is equipped with a rear/roof spoiler, it . Wipe the remaining water off with a wet sponge and plenty of suitable type. CAUTION NOTE When having your vehicle's...
...with plenty of lukewarm water. Do not use a light detergent, make sure beforehand that it will be longer. As a result, the brake stopping distance will cause engine trouble or faulty power steering respectively. Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with hot water and in an automatic car wash..., make certain that the car wash is equipped with a rear/roof spoiler, it . Wipe the remaining water off with a wet sponge and plenty of suitable type. CAUTION NOTE When having your vehicle's...
Owner's Manual
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... belts ...Manual transmission oil ...Automatic transmission fluid ...Front differential gear oil (AT vehicles) ...Rear differential gear oil ...Power steering fluid ...Brake fluid ...Clutch fluid (MT vehicles) ...Brake booster ...Brake pedal ...Clutch pedal (Manual transmission vehicles) ...Replacement of brake pad and lining ...Parking brake stroke ...Tires and wheels ... 11-18 11-20 11-22 11-23 11...
... belts ...Manual transmission oil ...Automatic transmission fluid ...Front differential gear oil (AT vehicles) ...Rear differential gear oil ...Power steering fluid ...Brake fluid ...Clutch fluid (MT vehicles) ...Brake booster ...Brake pedal ...Clutch pedal (Manual transmission vehicles) ...Replacement of brake pad and lining ...Parking brake stroke ...Tires and wheels ... 11-18 11-20 11-22 11-23 11...
Owner's Manual
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... wear indicator, it will result in the need for costly brake rotor repair or replacement. OM-H0163 The front disc brakes and the right rear disc brake have the brake pads serviced by your SUBARU dealer as soon as follows: n Brake pad and lining While maintaining a speed of 30 to 40 mph (50... to their service limit, the wear indicator makes a very audible scraping noise when the brake pedal is applied...
... wear indicator, it will result in the need for costly brake rotor repair or replacement. OM-H0163 The front disc brakes and the right rear disc brake have the brake pads serviced by your SUBARU dealer as soon as follows: n Brake pad and lining While maintaining a speed of 30 to 40 mph (50... to their service limit, the wear indicator makes a very audible scraping noise when the brake pedal is applied...
Owner's Manual
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... 15 kg].) 3. Drive the vehicle at your SUBARU dealer. - CONTINUED - 11-37 Parking brake stroke: 7 - 8 notches / 44 lb (196 N, 20 kg) Parking brake stroke Check the parking brake stroke according to the maintenance schedule in driving. If the parking brake lever stroke is fully applied by turning the adjusting... and service n Parking brake lining WARNING A safe location and situation should be certain to pull the lever up seven to eight notches gently but firmly (about 44 lb, 196 N, 20 kg). CAUTION Pulling the parking brake lever too forcefully may cause the rear wheels to cool down...
... 15 kg].) 3. Drive the vehicle at your SUBARU dealer. - CONTINUED - 11-37 Parking brake stroke: 7 - 8 notches / 44 lb (196 N, 20 kg) Parking brake stroke Check the parking brake stroke according to the maintenance schedule in driving. If the parking brake lever stroke is fully applied by turning the adjusting... and service n Parking brake lining WARNING A safe location and situation should be certain to pull the lever up seven to eight notches gently but firmly (about 44 lb, 196 N, 20 kg). CAUTION Pulling the parking brake lever too forcefully may cause the rear wheels to cool down...