Owner's Manual
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..., please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your SUBARU in your vehicle and its operation. This Owner's Manual applies to all models and covers all the information necessary to keep your SUBARU or the nearest SUBARU dealer. Please leave this manual carefully so that you... the emission control system for equipment not installed in excellent condition and to make the same or similar changes on choosing a SUBARU vehicle. We urge you may be for minimizing emission pollutants. Some explanations, therefore may understand your vehicle. Foreword Congratulations on vehicles...
..., please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your SUBARU in your vehicle and its operation. This Owner's Manual applies to all models and covers all the information necessary to keep your SUBARU or the nearest SUBARU dealer. Please leave this manual carefully so that you... the emission control system for equipment not installed in excellent condition and to make the same or similar changes on choosing a SUBARU vehicle. We urge you may be for minimizing emission pollutants. Some explanations, therefore may understand your vehicle. Foreword Congratulations on vehicles...
Owner's Manual
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...read these warranties carefully. ! and sold at retail by an authorized SUBARU dealer in the Warranty and Service Booklet. WRX-STi (U.S. model only) WRX-STi models are equipped with the following warranties: " SUBARU Limited Warranty " Emission Control Systems Warranty " Emissions Performance Warranty All... reason, it is in the "Warranty and Maintenance Booklet". model WRX-STi ! Warranties ! and sold at retail by an authorized SUBARU dealer in Canada come with the following warranties: " SUBARU Limited Warranty " Anti-Corrosion Warranty " Emission Control Warranty All...
...read these warranties carefully. ! and sold at retail by an authorized SUBARU dealer in the Warranty and Service Booklet. WRX-STi (U.S. model only) WRX-STi models are equipped with the following warranties: " SUBARU Limited Warranty " Emission Control Systems Warranty " Emissions Performance Warranty All... reason, it is in the "Warranty and Maintenance Booklet". model WRX-STi ! Warranties ! and sold at retail by an authorized SUBARU dealer in Canada come with the following warranties: " SUBARU Limited Warranty " Anti-Corrosion Warranty " Emission Control Warranty All...
Owner's Manual
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Except turbo models 1) 2) 4 5 1 2 3 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) A Fuel gauge (page 3-16) Selector lever position indicator (page 3-26) Temperature gauge (page 3-17) Speedometer (page 3-15) Tachometer (page 3-16) Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob (page 3-15) Odometer and trip meter (page 3-15) Outside temperature indicator (page 3-18) Low fuel warning light (page 317) 9 8 7 6 UGF052BB 22 !
Except turbo models 1) 2) 4 5 1 2 3 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) A Fuel gauge (page 3-16) Selector lever position indicator (page 3-26) Temperature gauge (page 3-17) Speedometer (page 3-15) Tachometer (page 3-16) Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob (page 3-15) Odometer and trip meter (page 3-15) Outside temperature indicator (page 3-18) Low fuel warning light (page 317) 9 8 7 6 UGF052BB 22 !
Owner's Manual
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... lot. Provided you that the doors (or the rear gate) are within 5 seconds. ! Illuminated entry The interior (dome) light and ignition switch light (for turbo models) will cause your vehicle parked among many vehicles in normal circumstances, press the "LOCK/ALARM" button for two seconds or longer, the panic alarm will...
... lot. Provided you that the doors (or the rear gate) are within 5 seconds. ! Illuminated entry The interior (dome) light and ignition switch light (for turbo models) will cause your vehicle parked among many vehicles in normal circumstances, press the "LOCK/ALARM" button for two seconds or longer, the panic alarm will...
Owner's Manual
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..., safely stop the vehicle as soon as possible. See the "In case of the following a shutdown. - CONTINUED - 3-11 A) U.S. models UG3028AB The ambient temperature gauge shows the ambient temperature in a traffic jam; when the engine is restarted immediately following conditions: " When there is... too much sun. " During idling; models B) Canada spec. spec. while running at this temperature range and high revving operation when the engine is optimum with the engine coolant ...
..., safely stop the vehicle as soon as possible. See the "In case of the following a shutdown. - CONTINUED - 3-11 A) U.S. models UG3028AB The ambient temperature gauge shows the ambient temperature in a traffic jam; when the engine is restarted immediately following conditions: " When there is... too much sun. " During idling; models B) Canada spec. spec. while running at this temperature range and high revving operation when the engine is optimum with the engine coolant ...
Owner's Manual
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... a traffic jam; See "In case of emergency" in a range from −22°F to 122°F (−30°C to 50°C). " During idling; UG3029AB A) U.S. models The ambient temperature gauge shows the ambient temperature in chapter 9. The gauge can give a false reading under any of the range. while running at this... too much sun. spec. Ambient temperature gauge (if equipped) A B If the pointer exceeds the normal operating range, safely stop the vehicle as soon as possible. models B) Canada spec. when the engine is restarted immediately follow- 3-18
... a traffic jam; See "In case of emergency" in a range from −22°F to 122°F (−30°C to 50°C). " During idling; UG3029AB A) U.S. models The ambient temperature gauge shows the ambient temperature in chapter 9. The gauge can give a false reading under any of the range. while running at this... too much sun. spec. Ambient temperature gauge (if equipped) A B If the pointer exceeds the normal operating range, safely stop the vehicle as soon as possible. models B) Canada spec. when the engine is restarted immediately follow- 3-18
Owner's Manual
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... fan operates only with the temperature control dial. The fan speed control dial is set within a range of Fahrenheit for the US model and in Centigrade for the Canadian model. 4 5 6 UG4047BB NOTE The automatic climate control system functions only when the engine is running. 1) Air inlet selection button 2) Air conditioner button 3) Rear...
... fan operates only with the temperature control dial. The fan speed control dial is set within a range of Fahrenheit for the US model and in Centigrade for the Canadian model. 4 5 6 UG4047BB NOTE The automatic climate control system functions only when the engine is running. 1) Air inlet selection button 2) Air conditioner button 3) Rear...
Owner's Manual
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... rating of 91 AKI or higher. Starting and operating Fuel Starting and operating Use of a fuel which can be used . Fuel requirements ! 2.5 Liter models The 2.5 Liter engine is designed to operate using unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher. ! 2.0 Liter (turbo... octane rating and your vehicle sometimes knocks lightly when you drive up a hill or when you use premium grade unleaded gasoline. ! 2.5 Liter (turbo) model The 2.5 Liter turbo engine is not available, regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 AKI or higher can damage the engine. If premium...
... rating of 91 AKI or higher. Starting and operating Fuel Starting and operating Use of a fuel which can be used . Fuel requirements ! 2.5 Liter models The 2.5 Liter engine is designed to operate using unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher. ! 2.0 Liter (turbo... octane rating and your vehicle sometimes knocks lightly when you drive up a hill or when you use premium grade unleaded gasoline. ! 2.5 Liter (turbo) model The 2.5 Liter turbo engine is not available, regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 AKI or higher can damage the engine. If premium...
Owner's Manual
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...an examination of OBD system readiness monitors "Not Ready" is greater than three. Under this condition, the vehicle operator should contact their Subaru Dealer for inspecting the OnBoard Diagnostic (OBD) system as part of the state emissions inspection. Starting and operating inspection program or its contractors...MIL is not properly operating 7-8 or there is designed to detect engine and transmission problems that might cause vehicle emissions to all 1996 model year and newer passenger cars and light trucks. The OBD system is one or more diagnostic trouble codes stored in 2002. " A ...
...an examination of OBD system readiness monitors "Not Ready" is greater than three. Under this condition, the vehicle operator should contact their Subaru Dealer for inspecting the OnBoard Diagnostic (OBD) system as part of the state emissions inspection. Starting and operating inspection program or its contractors...MIL is not properly operating 7-8 or there is designed to detect engine and transmission problems that might cause vehicle emissions to all 1996 model year and newer passenger cars and light trucks. The OBD system is one or more diagnostic trouble codes stored in 2002. " A ...
Owner's Manual
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... The following table shows the maximum speeds that the vehicle is about to 5th mph (km/h) 15 (24) 25 (40) 40 (65) 45 (73) 2.5 liter models (non-turbo) mph (km/h) RS 1st 2nd 3rd 29 (46) 48 (77) 68 (110) TS, OUTBACK 28 (45) 47 (75) 66 (106) ! Failure to observe... this in turn can lead to excessive engine wear and poor fuel economy. 2.0 liter models (turbo) mph (km/h) WRX 1st 2nd 3rd 35 (56) 61 (98) 87 (140) When shifting down a gear, ensure that are exceeded. Starting and operating Shift...
... The following table shows the maximum speeds that the vehicle is about to 5th mph (km/h) 15 (24) 25 (40) 40 (65) 45 (73) 2.5 liter models (non-turbo) mph (km/h) RS 1st 2nd 3rd 29 (46) 48 (77) 68 (110) TS, OUTBACK 28 (45) 47 (75) 66 (106) ! Failure to observe... this in turn can lead to excessive engine wear and poor fuel economy. 2.0 liter models (turbo) mph (km/h) WRX 1st 2nd 3rd 35 (56) 61 (98) 87 (140) When shifting down a gear, ensure that are exceeded. Starting and operating Shift...
Owner's Manual
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... current gear if the speed of the vehicle is for using engine braking when going down a hill or for climbing a steep grade. mph (km/h) 2.5 liter models RS 1 2 3 29 (47) 58 (93) 95 (153) TS, OUTBACK SPORT 35 (56) 64 (103) 101 (162) 2.0 liter turbo... models WRX 38 (60) 71 (115) 112 (180) NOTE In order to prevent over -revving of the Maximum Allowable Speed for driving up or down a gear, ...
... current gear if the speed of the vehicle is for using engine braking when going down a hill or for climbing a steep grade. mph (km/h) 2.5 liter models RS 1 2 3 29 (47) 58 (93) 95 (153) TS, OUTBACK SPORT 35 (56) 64 (103) 101 (162) 2.0 liter turbo... models WRX 38 (60) 71 (115) 112 (180) NOTE In order to prevent over -revving of the Maximum Allowable Speed for driving up or down a gear, ...
Owner's Manual
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All AWD models except OUTBACK SPORT and vehicles with 17 inch tires ...OUTBACK SPORT ...Operation during cold weather ...Driving on snowy and icy roads ...Corrosion protection ...Snow tires ......
All AWD models except OUTBACK SPORT and vehicles with 17 inch tires ...OUTBACK SPORT ...Operation during cold weather ...Driving on snowy and icy roads ...Corrosion protection ...Snow tires ......
Owner's Manual
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HS8002BA Non-turbo models The catalytic converter is running rough (misfiring, backfiring or incomplete combustion), have your engine tuned-up. " Never start the engine by an authorized SUBARU dealer. " Keep everyone and flammable materials away from the exhaust pipe while the engine is installed in exhaust gases, thus providing cleaner exhaust. To avoid...
HS8002BA Non-turbo models The catalytic converter is running rough (misfiring, backfiring or incomplete combustion), have your engine tuned-up. " Never start the engine by an authorized SUBARU dealer. " Keep everyone and flammable materials away from the exhaust pipe while the engine is installed in exhaust gases, thus providing cleaner exhaust. To avoid...
Owner's Manual
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... or down slopes that you do take unnecessary risks by driving in mind that an AWD SUBARU 8-9 Do not take your SUBARU off -road, certain common sense precautions such as the following should review the common sense ...mind that your hands. " Do not grip the inside or spokes of the rim. OUTBACK SPORT Your Subaru can much more easily tip over rough terrain. It is neither a conventional offroad vehicle nor an all terrain...traffic lanes, banked curves, traffic signs and the like. All AWD models except OUTBACK SPORT and vehicles with water. If you and all times.
... or down slopes that you do take unnecessary risks by driving in mind that an AWD SUBARU 8-9 Do not take your SUBARU off -road, certain common sense precautions such as the following should review the common sense ...mind that your hands. " Do not grip the inside or spokes of the rim. OUTBACK SPORT Your Subaru can much more easily tip over rough terrain. It is neither a conventional offroad vehicle nor an all terrain...traffic lanes, banked curves, traffic signs and the like. All AWD models except OUTBACK SPORT and vehicles with water. If you and all times.
Owner's Manual
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... superior wiping performance in severe mechanical damage to stick on it, wash it away using the windshield washer. Snow stuck on the tire placard. All models except WRX-STi " When replacing original tires with the airflow control dial in snow, if frozen snow starts to the drive 8-14 Driving tips ! Corrosion...
... superior wiping performance in severe mechanical damage to stick on it, wash it away using the windshield washer. Snow stuck on the tire placard. All models except WRX-STi " When replacing original tires with the airflow control dial in snow, if frozen snow starts to the drive 8-14 Driving tips ! Corrosion...
Owner's Manual
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... Maximum total trailer weight 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 2,000 lbs (906 kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 2,000 lbs (906 kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) MT models When towing a trailer without brakes. When towing a trailer on a long uphill grade continuously for over 5 miles (8 km) with an outside temperature of 104°F (40...
... Maximum total trailer weight 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 2,000 lbs (906 kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 2,000 lbs (906 kg) 1,000 lbs (453 kg) MT models When towing a trailer without brakes. When towing a trailer on a long uphill grade continuously for over 5 miles (8 km) with an outside temperature of 104°F (40...
Owner's Manual
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... of the spare tire and/or less stability of the vehicle has now deactivated. The temporary spare tire is AWD with automatic transmission, except Turbo models) Before driving your vehicle is not designed to an accident.
... of the spare tire and/or less stability of the vehicle has now deactivated. The temporary spare tire is AWD with automatic transmission, except Turbo models) Before driving your vehicle is not designed to an accident.
Owner's Manual
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... filter ...Recommended grade and viscosity ...Recommended grade and viscosity under severe driving conditions ...Synthetic oil ...11-11 11-12 11-16 2.5 liter model ...11-8 2.0 liter (Turbo) model ...11-9 2.5 liter (Turbo) model ...11-10 11-5 11-8 Cooling system ...11-18 Air cleaner element ...11-23 Spark plugs ...11-26 Drive belts ...11-27 Manual...
... filter ...Recommended grade and viscosity ...Recommended grade and viscosity under severe driving conditions ...Synthetic oil ...11-11 11-12 11-16 2.5 liter model ...11-8 2.0 liter (Turbo) model ...11-9 2.5 liter (Turbo) model ...11-10 11-5 11-8 Cooling system ...11-18 Air cleaner element ...11-23 Spark plugs ...11-26 Drive belts ...11-27 Manual...
Owner's Manual
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... . (15 cm) from its retainer. 2. Lift the hood slightly and remove the hood prop 11-6 Maintenance and service UGB502BA UGB503BA 3. To close the hood: All models except WRX and WRX-STi: 1. Lower the hood until it drop. WRX and WRX-STi: 1. Release the secondary hood release located under the front grille...
... . (15 cm) from its retainer. 2. Lift the hood slightly and remove the hood prop 11-6 Maintenance and service UGB502BA UGB503BA 3. To close the hood: All models except WRX and WRX-STi: 1. Lower the hood until it drop. WRX and WRX-STi: 1. Release the secondary hood release located under the front grille...
Owner's Manual
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Maintenance and service Engine compartment overview ! 2.5 liter model 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 11) 12) 13 12 11 10 9 8 UGB505BB 13) Manual transmission oil level gauge (MT) (page 11-28) or Differential gear oil level gauge (AT) (...
Maintenance and service Engine compartment overview ! 2.5 liter model 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 11) 12) 13 12 11 10 9 8 UGB505BB 13) Manual transmission oil level gauge (MT) (page 11-28) or Differential gear oil level gauge (AT) (...