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10 Illustrated index Exterior 1 2 3 4 5 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 11) Headlight switch (page 3-18) Replacing bulbs (page 11-43) Engine hood (page 11-4) Wiper switch (page 3-23) Roof rails (page 8-13) Door locks (page 2-4) Tire pressure (page 11-30) Flat tires (page 9-3) Tire chains (page 8-10) Front fog light button (page 3-21) Tie-down/Towing hooks (page 9-11) 11 10 9 8 7 6 000194
10 Illustrated index Exterior 1 2 3 4 5 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 11) Headlight switch (page 3-18) Replacing bulbs (page 11-43) Engine hood (page 11-4) Wiper switch (page 3-23) Roof rails (page 8-13) Door locks (page 2-4) Tire pressure (page 11-30) Flat tires (page 9-3) Tire chains (page 8-10) Front fog light button (page 3-21) Tie-down/Towing hooks (page 9-11) 11 10 9 8 7 6 000194
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11 1) 1 2 3 2) 3) 4) 5) Rear window defogger button (page 3-25) Rear gate (page 2-20) Child safety locks (page 2-17) Fuel filler lid and cap (page 7-3) Tie-down/Towing hook (page 9-11) 5 4 000121 - CONTINUED -
11 1) 1 2 3 2) 3) 4) 5) Rear window defogger button (page 3-25) Rear gate (page 2-20) Child safety locks (page 2-17) Fuel filler lid and cap (page 7-3) Tie-down/Towing hook (page 9-11) 5 4 000121 - CONTINUED -
Owner's Manual
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... the steering wheel slightly to follow this position. If the key is attached to a keyholder or to "LOCK" while the vehicle is being driven or towed because that turns the ignition switch. The ignition switch will lock the steering wheel, preventing steering control. If the ignition switch will not move . And...
... the steering wheel slightly to follow this position. If the key is attached to a keyholder or to "LOCK" while the vehicle is being driven or towed because that turns the ignition switch. The ignition switch will lock the steering wheel, preventing steering control. If the ignition switch will not move . And...
Owner's Manual
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Stop towing a trailer as soon as follows, the ABS system may not work properly. engine at the proper level but the light remains on, contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. If the engine oil is at the first safe opportunity and check the engine oil level. The ABS ...the engine has started. AT OIL TEMPerature warning light (AT vehicles) The AT oil temperature warning light comes on , contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. Automatic transmission control system warning If the light flashes after the engine starts, stop the If the warning light behaves as possible...
Stop towing a trailer as soon as follows, the ABS system may not work properly. engine at the proper level but the light remains on, contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. If the engine oil is at the first safe opportunity and check the engine oil level. The ABS ...the engine has started. AT OIL TEMPerature warning light (AT vehicles) The AT oil temperature warning light comes on , contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. Automatic transmission control system warning If the light flashes after the engine starts, stop the If the warning light behaves as possible...
Owner's Manual
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... deactivated. NOTE The light may be safe while driving with the ignition switch positioned in cold weather. Have the vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair. The warning light comes on with the parking brake fully released. The light The light does not ... leaking of a problem. If this condition, but goes out immediately, remaining off while the vehicle is dangerous. Have your vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair. 3-14 Instruments and controls tions of the brake system are operating properly, do not drive the vehicle. If...
... deactivated. NOTE The light may be safe while driving with the ignition switch positioned in cold weather. Have the vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair. The warning light comes on with the parking brake fully released. The light The light does not ... leaking of a problem. If this condition, but goes out immediately, remaining off while the vehicle is dangerous. Have your vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair. 3-14 Instruments and controls tions of the brake system are operating properly, do not drive the vehicle. If...
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...vehicles without Vehicle Dynamics Control system This light comes on when All-Wheel Drive is disengaged and the drive mechanism is switched to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair. If the brake fluid level is nearly empty [approximately 2.3 US gal (9.0 liters, 1.9 Imp gal)]. Always make ...sure this light is in the "ON" position. Release the parking brake. Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the vehicle towed to Front Wheel Drive for some other reason. All-Wheel Drive warning light (AT vehicles) Door open warning lights The door open...
...vehicles without Vehicle Dynamics Control system This light comes on when All-Wheel Drive is disengaged and the drive mechanism is switched to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair. If the brake fluid level is nearly empty [approximately 2.3 US gal (9.0 liters, 1.9 Imp gal)]. Always make ...sure this light is in the "ON" position. Release the parking brake. Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the vehicle towed to Front Wheel Drive for some other reason. All-Wheel Drive warning light (AT vehicles) Door open warning lights The door open...
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...prone to locking when the brakes are applied harder than usual and the vehicle's motion may be faulty. Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the vehicle towed to control. If the brake fluid level is not below the "MIN" mark, DO NOT drive the vehicle. Instead, have ... brake fluid level. 5. If the brake fluid level is below the "MIN" mark, the EBD system may therefore become somewhat harder to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair. When the EBD system is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. This is operating, you may be faulty. It functions by...
...prone to locking when the brakes are applied harder than usual and the vehicle's motion may be faulty. Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the vehicle towed to control. If the brake fluid level is not below the "MIN" mark, DO NOT drive the vehicle. Instead, have ... brake fluid level. 5. If the brake fluid level is below the "MIN" mark, the EBD system may therefore become somewhat harder to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair. When the EBD system is normal and does not indicate a malfunction. This is operating, you may be faulty. It functions by...
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...same size, type, and brand. Furthermore, the amount of wear should be the same for repair. This indicates your vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for all in doubt about whether the brakes are operating properly, do not drive the vehicle. in driving - overconfidence ...because you are removed from a vehicle equipped with Vehicle Dynamics Control, have the brakes inspected by a SUBARU dealer immediately. since having a Vehicle Dynamics Control system does not guarantee that the vehicle will be observed in any situation. Even if your...
...same size, type, and brand. Furthermore, the amount of wear should be the same for repair. This indicates your vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for all in doubt about whether the brakes are operating properly, do not drive the vehicle. in driving - overconfidence ...because you are removed from a vehicle equipped with Vehicle Dynamics Control, have the brakes inspected by a SUBARU dealer immediately. since having a Vehicle Dynamics Control system does not guarantee that the vehicle will be observed in any situation. Even if your...
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... is equipped with snow chains, however, the effectiveness of the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is generated as shown on unfinished roads when the vehicle is towing a trailer when the vehicle is fitted with snow tires or winter tires Activation of the Vehicle Dynamics Control system will cause operation of the steering...
... is equipped with snow chains, however, the effectiveness of the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is generated as shown on unfinished roads when the vehicle is towing a trailer when the vehicle is fitted with snow tires or winter tires Activation of the Vehicle Dynamics Control system will cause operation of the steering...
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... protection ...Snow tires ...Tire chains ...Rocking the vehicle ... 8-2 8-2 8-2 8-3 8-4 8-4 8-5 8-6 8-7 8-7 8-9 8-10 8-10 8-10 8-11 Trailer hitches ...Connecting a trailer ...Trailer towing tips ... 8-21 8-22 8-23 8 Loading your vehicle ...Vehicle capacity weight ...GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating) ...Roof rail and... crossbar (if equipped) ... 8-11 8-12 8-12 8-13 Trailer hitch (if equipped) ...Connecting a trailer ...When you do not tow a trailer ... 8-16 8-16 8-17 Trailer towing ...Warranties and maintenance ...Maximum load limits ... 8-18 8-18 8-18
... protection ...Snow tires ...Tire chains ...Rocking the vehicle ... 8-2 8-2 8-2 8-3 8-4 8-4 8-5 8-6 8-7 8-7 8-9 8-10 8-10 8-10 8-11 Trailer hitches ...Connecting a trailer ...Trailer towing tips ... 8-21 8-22 8-23 8 Loading your vehicle ...Vehicle capacity weight ...GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating) ...Roof rail and... crossbar (if equipped) ... 8-11 8-12 8-12 8-13 Trailer hitch (if equipped) ...Connecting a trailer ...When you do not tow a trailer ... 8-16 8-16 8-17 Trailer towing ...Warranties and maintenance ...Maximum load limits ... 8-18 8-18 8-18
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...from other sizes or construction may affect ride, handling, braking, speedometer/odometer calibration, and clearance between the front and rear wheels, SUBARU AWD can also provide added traction during acceleration and added engine braking force during extremely sharp turns or sudden braking. There are ...AWD vehicles provide better traction when driving on the front wheels only. When replacing a tire, make sure you must observe when towing your SUBARU AWD vehicle may be placed on slippery, wet or snow-covered roads and when moving out of vehicle control. The recommended tire ...
...from other sizes or construction may affect ride, handling, braking, speedometer/odometer calibration, and clearance between the front and rear wheels, SUBARU AWD can also provide added traction during acceleration and added engine braking force during extremely sharp turns or sudden braking. There are ...AWD vehicles provide better traction when driving on the front wheels only. When replacing a tire, make sure you must observe when towing your SUBARU AWD vehicle may be placed on slippery, wet or snow-covered roads and when moving out of vehicle control. The recommended tire ...
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... immediately after the engine stops. Water entering the engine air intake or the exhaust pipe or water splashing onto electrical parts may damage your SUBARU off any such matter from sand or mud, depress the accelerator pedal slightly and move the selector lever back and forth between "D" and ...could jerk the wheel and injure your brakes for firmness and ensure that it can much more prone to drive through water, such as a towing rope or chain, a shovel, wheel blocks, first aid kit and cell phone or citizens band radio. Instead drive with these materials trapped ...
... immediately after the engine stops. Water entering the engine air intake or the exhaust pipe or water splashing onto electrical parts may damage your SUBARU off any such matter from sand or mud, depress the accelerator pedal slightly and move the selector lever back and forth between "D" and ...could jerk the wheel and injure your brakes for firmness and ensure that it can much more prone to drive through water, such as a towing rope or chain, a shovel, wheel blocks, first aid kit and cell phone or citizens band radio. Instead drive with these materials trapped ...
Owner's Manual
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...hitch. hitch receiver tube so that each chain will hold the trailer's maximum gross weight. Refer to the next section "Trailer towing" for positive locking placement before towing a trailer. Be sure your trailer has safety chains and that the pin passes through the ball mount. Use the hitch ...designed to make sure it does not come off the hitch receiver, the trailer could cause an accident resulting in the next section "Trailer towing". If the ball mount comes off the hitch receiver. 800226 2. Insert the hitch pin into the hole on the situation. Permissible trailer weight...
...hitch. hitch receiver tube so that each chain will hold the trailer's maximum gross weight. Refer to the next section "Trailer towing" for positive locking placement before towing a trailer. Be sure your trailer has safety chains and that the pin passes through the ball mount. Use the hitch ...designed to make sure it does not come off the hitch receiver, the trailer could cause an accident resulting in the next section "Trailer towing". If the ball mount comes off the hitch receiver. 800226 2. Insert the hitch pin into the hole on the situation. Permissible trailer weight...
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...receiver tube. however, be securely installed on the ground. 800210 Hitch harness connector 8. The chains should cross under the trailer tongue to the towing trailer's wire harness 9. Connect the hitch wire harness's black four-pin wire connector to prevent the tongue from dropping onto the ground in ...left turn situations into account; The hitch ball must be careful not to the hitch ball. 7. Driving tips 8-17 When you do not tow a trailer Do not connect safety chains to protect against possible damage. Remove the ball mount from the hitch ball. Place the dust cap ...
...receiver tube. however, be securely installed on the ground. 800210 Hitch harness connector 8. The chains should cross under the trailer tongue to the towing trailer's wire harness 9. Connect the hitch wire harness's black four-pin wire connector to prevent the tongue from dropping onto the ground in ...left turn situations into account; The hitch ball must be careful not to the hitch ball. 7. Driving tips 8-17 When you do not tow a trailer Do not connect safety chains to protect against possible damage. Remove the ball mount from the hitch ball. Place the dust cap ...
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... driving. required due to the additional load. (Refer to tow a trailer, your safety and satisfaction depend upon proper use provided by trailer towing. Total trailer weight 800211 Warranties and maintenance SUBARU warranties do decide to "Maintenance schedule under severe driving conditions"... in purchasing a hitch and other necessary towing equipment appropriate for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of your SUBARU dealer to vehicle damage or malfunction caused by the trailer and other towing equipment manufacturers. SUBARU assumes no circumstances should a trailer be ...
... driving. required due to the additional load. (Refer to tow a trailer, your safety and satisfaction depend upon proper use provided by trailer towing. Total trailer weight 800211 Warranties and maintenance SUBARU warranties do decide to "Maintenance schedule under severe driving conditions"... in purchasing a hitch and other necessary towing equipment appropriate for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of your SUBARU dealer to vehicle damage or malfunction caused by the trailer and other towing equipment manufacturers. SUBARU assumes no circumstances should a trailer be ...
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... with brakes. When towing a trailer with brakes. When towing a trailer on a long uphill grade continuously for over 5 miles (8 km) with an outside temperature of the vehicle, driver, passengers, luggage, trailer hitch, trailer tongue load ... 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 2,400 lbs (1,087 kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) and Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) MT models When towing a trailer without brakes. AT models When...
... with brakes. When towing a trailer with brakes. When towing a trailer on a long uphill grade continuously for over 5 miles (8 km) with an outside temperature of the vehicle, driver, passengers, luggage, trailer hitch, trailer tongue load ... 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 2,400 lbs (1,087 kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) and Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) MT models When towing a trailer without brakes. AT models When...
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Tongue load 1 2 800230 800229 800214 1) Jack 2) Bathroom scale Gross Axle Weight Tongue load The total weight applied to position the towing coupler at the height at a commercial weighing station. The tongue load can be sure to each axle (GAW) must never exceed the Gross Axle Weight ... the vehicle. To check both GVWR and GAWR and to prevent a change in the illustration above. The front and rear GAWs can be during actual towing, using a jack as shown in weight distribution Ensure that the trailer tongue load is firmly secured to confirm that all cargo is from 8 to 11...
Tongue load 1 2 800230 800229 800214 1) Jack 2) Bathroom scale Gross Axle Weight Tongue load The total weight applied to position the towing coupler at the height at a commercial weighing station. The tongue load can be sure to each axle (GAW) must never exceed the Gross Axle Weight ... the vehicle. To check both GVWR and GAWR and to prevent a change in the illustration above. The front and rear GAWs can be during actual towing, using a jack as shown in weight distribution Ensure that the trailer tongue load is firmly secured to confirm that all cargo is from 8 to 11...
Owner's Manual
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... in the trailer. Do not modify the vehicle exhaust system, brake system, or other systems when installing a hitch or other trailer towing equipment. The bumper is reduced during cornering, resulting in the front; Also, distribute the load as evenly as they can be adjusted...cause deterioration of strength of load. Be sure that mounts only to the axle housing, wheel bearings, wheels or tires. - CONTINUED - A genuine SUBARU hitch is dangerous, or even lethal, if inhaled. approximately 60 percent of vehicle Trailer hitches Choose a proper hitch for your vehicle. F 60% 50...
... in the trailer. Do not modify the vehicle exhaust system, brake system, or other systems when installing a hitch or other trailer towing equipment. The bumper is reduced during cornering, resulting in the front; Also, distribute the load as evenly as they can be adjusted...cause deterioration of strength of load. Be sure that mounts only to the axle housing, wheel bearings, wheels or tires. - CONTINUED - A genuine SUBARU hitch is dangerous, or even lethal, if inhaled. approximately 60 percent of vehicle Trailer hitches Choose a proper hitch for your vehicle. F 60% 50...
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... 800007 Adequate size trailer brakes are connected properly, please consult your trailer's brakes conform with its own brake system. Towing a trailer without significant blind spots. Trailer safety chains In case the trailer hitch connector or hitch ball should disconnect from... Allow sufficient slack in the chains taking tight-turn signals, the brake Always use towing mirrors that your SUBARU dealer. Please ask your hitch and trailer. Check for your SUBARU dealer and professional trailer supplier for more information about the trailer's brake system. however...
... 800007 Adequate size trailer brakes are connected properly, please consult your trailer's brakes conform with its own brake system. Towing a trailer without significant blind spots. Trailer safety chains In case the trailer hitch connector or hitch ball should disconnect from... Allow sufficient slack in the chains taking tight-turn signals, the brake Always use towing mirrors that your SUBARU dealer. Please ask your hitch and trailer. Check for your SUBARU dealer and professional trailer supplier for more information about the trailer's brake system. however...
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... trailer weight, GVW, GAWs and tongue load again, then confirm that the trailer's turn . Avoid abrupt starts and sudden accelerations. When towing a trailer, steering, stability, stopping distance and braking performance will be different from normal operation. Check that all cargo in the trailer is...a trip. Avoid sudden braking because it may damage your vehicle's lighting system. For safety's sake, you should employ extra caution when towing a trailer and you hitch up . In an area free of your vehicle's electrical system and cause a malfunction of traffic, practice turning...
... trailer weight, GVW, GAWs and tongue load again, then confirm that the trailer's turn . Avoid abrupt starts and sudden accelerations. When towing a trailer, steering, stability, stopping distance and braking performance will be different from normal operation. Check that all cargo in the trailer is...a trip. Avoid sudden braking because it may damage your vehicle's lighting system. For safety's sake, you should employ extra caution when towing a trailer and you hitch up . In an area free of your vehicle's electrical system and cause a malfunction of traffic, practice turning...