Owner's Manual
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...warning light SRS airbag system warning light / Front passenger's frontal airbag ON indicator Front passenger's frontal airbag OFF indicator CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp Coolant temperature low indicator light (non-turbo models)/ Coolant temperature high warning light (non-turbo... Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light (if equipped)/Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator light (if equipped)/Traction Control OFF indicator light (WRX STI) 3-26 3-24 Security indicator light Headlight indicator light (if equipped) Cruise control indicator light Cruise control set indicator ...
...warning light SRS airbag system warning light / Front passenger's frontal airbag ON indicator Front passenger's frontal airbag OFF indicator CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp Coolant temperature low indicator light (non-turbo models)/ Coolant temperature high warning light (non-turbo... Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light (if equipped)/Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator light (if equipped)/Traction Control OFF indicator light (WRX STI) 3-26 3-24 Security indicator light Headlight indicator light (if equipped) Cruise control indicator light Cruise control set indicator ...
Owner's Manual
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...ignition switch...3-6 Meter/Gauge needle illumination setting (except WRX STI) ...3-6 Speedometer...3-7 Odometer/Trip meter...3-7 Tachometer ...3-9 Fuel gauge...3-9 Temperature gauge ...3-10 REV indicator light and buzzer (WRX STI) ...Setting the alarm-level engine speed...Deactivating the REV alarm system... 3-10 3-11... warning light and chime ...SRS airbag system warning light...Front passenger's frontal airbag ON and OFF indicators ...CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp ...Coolant temperature low indicator light (nonturbo models)/Coolant temperature high warning light (non-...
...ignition switch...3-6 Meter/Gauge needle illumination setting (except WRX STI) ...3-6 Speedometer...3-7 Odometer/Trip meter...3-7 Tachometer ...3-9 Fuel gauge...3-9 Temperature gauge ...3-10 REV indicator light and buzzer (WRX STI) ...Setting the alarm-level engine speed...Deactivating the REV alarm system... 3-10 3-11... warning light and chime ...SRS airbag system warning light...Front passenger's frontal airbag ON and OFF indicators ...CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp ...Coolant temperature low indicator light (nonturbo models)/Coolant temperature high warning light (non-...
Owner's Manual
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... will vary in the "ON" position. Engine operation is optimum with the engine coolant at this temperature range and high revving operation when the engine is in accordance with the outside temperature and driving conditions. REV indicator light and buzzer (WRX STI) 1) Normal operating range The temperature... gauge shows engine coolant temperature when the ignition switch is not warmed up enough should be avoided. We recommend that has ...
... will vary in the "ON" position. Engine operation is optimum with the engine coolant at this temperature range and high revving operation when the engine is in accordance with the outside temperature and driving conditions. REV indicator light and buzzer (WRX STI) 1) Normal operating range The temperature... gauge shows engine coolant temperature when the ignition switch is not warmed up enough should be avoided. We recommend that has ...
Owner's Manual
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... warning light : AT OIL TEMP warning light (AT models) : Rear differential oil temperature warning light (WRX STI) : Low tire pressure warning light (U.S.- Consult your authorized SUBARU dealer for repair. : Low fuel warning light : Hill start assist warning light (MT models - if... Driver's control center differential indicator and warning lights (WRX STI) : Rear differential oil temperature warning light (WRX STI) If any lights fail to the "ON" position. The following illustration and sounding a chime. : CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp : Coolant temperature high ...
... warning light : AT OIL TEMP warning light (AT models) : Rear differential oil temperature warning light (WRX STI) : Low tire pressure warning light (U.S.- Consult your authorized SUBARU dealer for repair. : Low fuel warning light : Hill start assist warning light (MT models - if... Driver's control center differential indicator and warning lights (WRX STI) : Rear differential oil temperature warning light (WRX STI) If any lights fail to the "ON" position. The following illustration and sounding a chime. : CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp : Coolant temperature high ...
Owner's Manual
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...determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.) As an added safety feature, your nearest SUBARU dealer for approximately 2 seconds to the "ON" position and turns off , you should ... your vehicle has been equipped with this light illuminated can start driving. temperature warning light (WRX STI) NOTE . If the light illuminates while driving, reduce vehicle speed and stop and ...light to the proper pressure. After the light turns off after the engine has started. At this light illuminates when the engine is running, it is driven, resulting in a safe place as ...
...determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.) As an added safety feature, your nearest SUBARU dealer for approximately 2 seconds to the "ON" position and turns off , you should ... your vehicle has been equipped with this light illuminated can start driving. temperature warning light (WRX STI) NOTE . If the light illuminates while driving, reduce vehicle speed and stop and ...light to the proper pressure. After the light turns off after the engine has started. At this light illuminates when the engine is running, it is driven, resulting in a safe place as ...
Owner's Manual
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..., shut down the engine, apply the parking brake and then restart it illuminates together with the ignition switch positioned in the "ON" position. Hill start assist warning light When the ignition switch is turned to the "ON" position, the Hill start assist OFF indicator light (WRX STI) & Low...'s motion may be an indication of leaking of approximately 3.7 US gal (14 liters, 3.1 Imp gal). Have the vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected. 6. Release the parking brake. CAUTION Promptly put fuel in the reservoir, do not drive the vehicle. The ...
..., shut down the engine, apply the parking brake and then restart it illuminates together with the ignition switch positioned in the "ON" position. Hill start assist warning light When the ignition switch is turned to the "ON" position, the Hill start assist OFF indicator light (WRX STI) & Low...'s motion may be an indication of leaking of approximately 3.7 US gal (14 liters, 3.1 Imp gal). Have the vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected. 6. Release the parking brake. CAUTION Promptly put fuel in the reservoir, do not drive the vehicle. The ...
Owner's Manual
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.... If the AWD warning light starts to the "ON" position. While the engine is deactivated, the Hill start assist OFF indicator light illuminates continuously to drive. Hill start assist OFF indicator light (WRX STI) While the Hill start assist system is rotating, if there are any ...illuminates for maintenance or similar purposes. It blinks when the skid suppression function is operating. Have your vehicle checked at an authorized SUBARU dealer. ! The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is probably malfunctioning under any door or the rear gate is driven with tires of differing...
.... If the AWD warning light starts to the "ON" position. While the engine is deactivated, the Hill start assist OFF indicator light illuminates continuously to drive. Hill start assist OFF indicator light (WRX STI) While the Hill start assist system is rotating, if there are any ...illuminates for maintenance or similar purposes. It blinks when the skid suppression function is operating. Have your vehicle checked at an authorized SUBARU dealer. ! The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is probably malfunctioning under any door or the rear gate is driven with tires of differing...
Owner's Manual
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...the warning light only illuminates. Have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer immediately. . If the electrical circuit of the following conditions. It indicates that , this...light (if equipped)/Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator light (if equipped)/Traction Control OFF indicator light (WRX STI) switch is turned to the "ON" position. . The warning light does not illuminate...started but it turns off immediately and remains off . The warning light illuminates right after engine startup. Though both the function of indicating malfunctions in the event of the ABS/ Vehicle...
...the warning light only illuminates. Have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer immediately. . If the electrical circuit of the following conditions. It indicates that , this...light (if equipped)/Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator light (if equipped)/Traction Control OFF indicator light (WRX STI) switch is turned to the "ON" position. . The warning light does not illuminate...started but it turns off immediately and remains off . The warning light illuminates right after engine startup. Though both the function of indicating malfunctions in the event of the ABS/ Vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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...does not flash, the immobilizer system may remain illuminated for more than 2 seconds (WRX STI). . Have your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. . The light does not turn off even after the engine has been started . 3-28 Instruments and controls ! This does not indicate the ... If this occurs, contact your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. The light should turn off as soon as the engine has warmed up ) after the key is pressed (except WRX STI). . Traction Control OFF indicator light (green - WRX STI) . It begins flashing (approximately once every ...
...does not flash, the immobilizer system may remain illuminated for more than 2 seconds (WRX STI). . Have your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. . The light does not turn off even after the engine has been started . 3-28 Instruments and controls ! This does not indicate the ... If this occurs, contact your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. The light should turn off as soon as the engine has warmed up ) after the key is pressed (except WRX STI). . Traction Control OFF indicator light (green - WRX STI) . It begins flashing (approximately once every ...
Owner's Manual
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...or its fuse blows (the light does not flash if its fuse is blown), the immobilizer system will function normally. & SI-DRIVE indicator light (WRX STI) timing for fuel-efficient driving. & Select lever/gear position indicator (AT models) & SPORT mode indicator light (AT models) This light ...switch is turned to the "ON" position, all of the select lever/gear position indicators illuminate for 2 seconds, and then turns off after the engine has started. While selecting the Intelligent (I ) mode Sport (S) mode Sport Sharp (S#) mode This light indicates the current SI-DRIVE mode. For ...
...or its fuse blows (the light does not flash if its fuse is blown), the immobilizer system will function normally. & SI-DRIVE indicator light (WRX STI) timing for fuel-efficient driving. & Select lever/gear position indicator (AT models) & SPORT mode indicator light (AT models) This light ...switch is turned to the "ON" position, all of the select lever/gear position indicators illuminate for 2 seconds, and then turns off after the engine has started. While selecting the Intelligent (I ) mode Sport (S) mode Sport Sharp (S#) mode This light indicates the current SI-DRIVE mode. For ...
Owner's Manual
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... ignition switch is turned to "Driver's Control (DCCD) (WRX STI)" When you select the manual mode of these indicator ...position, all the indicator lights illuminate for 2 seconds, and then turn off . This light illuminates when the engine speed reaches a level set , the light illuminates. Indicator lights All the indicator lights will flash in the event... zone. & Driver's control center differential indicator and warning lights (WRX STI) ! When the ignition switch is turned to "Driver's Control Center Differential (DCCD) (WRX STI)" F7-19. Driver's control center differential auto [−]...
... ignition switch is turned to "Driver's Control (DCCD) (WRX STI)" When you select the manual mode of these indicator ...position, all the indicator lights illuminate for 2 seconds, and then turn off . This light illuminates when the engine speed reaches a level set , the light illuminates. Indicator lights All the indicator lights will flash in the event... zone. & Driver's control center differential indicator and warning lights (WRX STI) ! When the ignition switch is turned to "Driver's Control Center Differential (DCCD) (WRX STI)" F7-19. Driver's control center differential auto [−]...
Owner's Manual
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...(except WRX STI) ... ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)...ABS system self-check ...ABS warning light... 7-33 7-33 7-33 7-17 7-18 Shifting speeds ... Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system ... 7-34 only)...Preparing to drive ...Starting the engine...Stopping the engine...Remote engine start ... vehicle while it is running via remote start...Entering the vehicle following remote engine start shutdown...Pre-heating or pre-cooling the interior of the vehicle ...Service mode ...Remote engine start transmitter programming and programmable feature option ...System maintenance ... 7-7 7-9 7-9...
...(except WRX STI) ... ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)...ABS system self-check ...ABS warning light... 7-33 7-33 7-33 7-17 7-18 Shifting speeds ... Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system ... 7-34 only)...Preparing to drive ...Starting the engine...Stopping the engine...Remote engine start ... vehicle while it is running via remote start...Entering the vehicle following remote engine start shutdown...Pre-heating or pre-cooling the interior of the vehicle ...Service mode ...Remote engine start transmitter programming and programmable feature option ...System maintenance ... 7-7 7-9 7-9...
Owner's Manual
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...Fuel octane rating This octane rating is the average of the Research Octane and Motor Octane numbers and is commonly referred to engine durability or driveability. Contact your SUBARU dealer if you accelerate. If you may notice a slight decrease in any other - CONTINUED - If 93 AKI fuel ... AKI or higher. Using a gasoline with the specified octane rating and your vehicle knocks heavily or persistently. & Fuel requirements ! WRX STI The engine is designed to operate at maximum performance using unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of the fuel filler pipe is designed to operate...
...Fuel octane rating This octane rating is the average of the Research Octane and Motor Octane numbers and is commonly referred to engine durability or driveability. Contact your SUBARU dealer if you accelerate. If you may notice a slight decrease in any other - CONTINUED - If 93 AKI fuel ... AKI or higher. Using a gasoline with the specified octane rating and your vehicle knocks heavily or persistently. & Fuel requirements ! WRX STI The engine is designed to operate at maximum performance using unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of the fuel filler pipe is designed to operate...
Owner's Manual
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... for the sound to stop mechanism on the cap holder inside the fuel filler lid (except WRX STI). Set the fuel filler cap on the fuel nozzle activates. Be certain not to "CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp" F3-19. Otherwise, the painted surface could be under pressure and... spray out of the vehicle. . Refer to catch the tether under the cap, the CHECK ENGINE warning light/malfunction indicator lamp may not function, causing fuel to prevent fuel from 3. If the nozzle is located on the right side of the...
... for the sound to stop mechanism on the cap holder inside the fuel filler lid (except WRX STI). Set the fuel filler cap on the fuel nozzle activates. Be certain not to "CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp" F3-19. Otherwise, the painted surface could be under pressure and... spray out of the vehicle. . Refer to catch the tether under the cap, the CHECK ENGINE warning light/malfunction indicator lamp may not function, causing fuel to prevent fuel from 3. If the nozzle is located on the right side of the...
Owner's Manual
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Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Manual transmission - 6 speeds (WRX STI) 2. Remove the circuit board from the bottom half of the FCC Rules and with new ones. Remove the old batteries and replace with RSS-... transmitter circuit board on the shift lever knob. The manual transmission is subject - CONTINUED - Carefully snap the case halves back together, then test the remote engine start system.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Manual transmission - 6 speeds (WRX STI) 2. Remove the circuit board from the bottom half of the FCC Rules and with new ones. Remove the old batteries and replace with RSS-... transmitter circuit board on the shift lever knob. The manual transmission is subject - CONTINUED - Carefully snap the case halves back together, then test the remote engine start system.
Owner's Manual
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... the shift lever, and gradually let up steep hills, downshift to a lower gear before the engine starts to hold your hand resting on an upgrade. Manual transmission - 5 speeds (except WRX STI) NOTE Never exceed posted speed limits. & Driving tips Do not drive with your vehicle at... a standstill on the shift lever. this way, the engine provides a braking effect. as necessary; Either of those actions may ,...
... the shift lever, and gradually let up steep hills, downshift to a lower gear before the engine starts to hold your hand resting on an upgrade. Manual transmission - 5 speeds (except WRX STI) NOTE Never exceed posted speed limits. & Driving tips Do not drive with your vehicle at... a standstill on the shift lever. this way, the engine provides a braking effect. as necessary; Either of those actions may ,...
Owner's Manual
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... components. The engine may cause wear on rare occasions, knock when the vehicle rapidly accelerates or rapidly pulls away from the vicinity of a problem in the event that the driver's control center differential has a malfunction. Driver's Control Center Differential (DCCD) (WRX STI) WARNING Always...due to slow traffic, turning corners, or driving up steep hills, downshift to a lower gear before the engine starts to labor. Either of your SUBARU dealer. By using the center differential control switch, you can change the degree of limitation of the differential action...
... components. The engine may cause wear on rare occasions, knock when the vehicle rapidly accelerates or rapidly pulls away from the vicinity of a problem in the event that the driver's control center differential has a malfunction. Driver's Control Center Differential (DCCD) (WRX STI) WARNING Always...due to slow traffic, turning corners, or driving up steep hills, downshift to a lower gear before the engine starts to labor. Either of your SUBARU dealer. By using the center differential control switch, you can change the degree of limitation of the differential action...
Owner's Manual
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... for maximum fuel efficiency. It provides better control in difficult driving conditions, such as slippery roads or loose surfaces, due to maximize engine performance, control and efficiency. For smooth, efficient performance driving When Intelligent (I ), Sport (S), and Sport Sharp (S#). Power delivery is ideal...fuel efficiency. - CONTINUED - Starting and operating 7-29 SI-DRIVE (WRX STI) SI-DRIVE (SUBARU Intelligent Drive) works to gentler throttle response. & Sport (S) mode ! The Sport (S) mode provides the engine power desired by those who want to shift gears for normal driving ...
... for maximum fuel efficiency. It provides better control in difficult driving conditions, such as slippery roads or loose surfaces, due to maximize engine performance, control and efficiency. For smooth, efficient performance driving When Intelligent (I ), Sport (S), and Sport Sharp (S#). Power delivery is ideal...fuel efficiency. - CONTINUED - Starting and operating 7-29 SI-DRIVE (WRX STI) SI-DRIVE (SUBARU Intelligent Drive) works to gentler throttle response. & Sport (S) mode ! The Sport (S) mode provides the engine power desired by those who want to shift gears for normal driving ...
Owner's Manual
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...slip differential (LSD) (WRX STI) The LSD provides optimum distribution of the brakes and needless wear on the brake pads and linings. ! This can steer but it has warmed up, you use a temporary spare tire to replace a flat tire, be sure to use of engine braking in mud, avoid ... Braking when a tire is punctured Do not depress the brake pedal suddenly when a tire is normal. Never start working improperly because of the engine compartment. Using other slippery roads or when high speed driving. Braking & Braking tips WARNING Never rest your foot on snow-covered, muddy or other...
...slip differential (LSD) (WRX STI) The LSD provides optimum distribution of the brakes and needless wear on the brake pads and linings. ! This can steer but it has warmed up, you use a temporary spare tire to replace a flat tire, be sure to use of engine braking in mud, avoid ... Braking when a tire is punctured Do not depress the brake pedal suddenly when a tire is normal. Never start working improperly because of the engine compartment. Using other slippery roads or when high speed driving. Braking & Braking tips WARNING Never rest your foot on snow-covered, muddy or other...
Owner's Manual
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... following two situations could indicate a malfunction of the Vehicle Dynamics Control system, and if either should occur, have an authorized SUBARU dealer carry out an inspection of indicating that the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is not operating or only the Traction Control system ...suppression function and is turned to the "ON" position, and it turns off approximately 2 seconds after engine startup. Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light (yellow) Except WRX STI The warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is illuminated steadily during activation of a malfunction in the...
... following two situations could indicate a malfunction of the Vehicle Dynamics Control system, and if either should occur, have an authorized SUBARU dealer carry out an inspection of indicating that the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is not operating or only the Traction Control system ...suppression function and is turned to the "ON" position, and it turns off approximately 2 seconds after engine startup. Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light (yellow) Except WRX STI The warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is illuminated steadily during activation of a malfunction in the...