Owner's Manual
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Illustrated index Exterior 1 2 3 4 5 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) Engine hood (page 11-5) Headlight switch (page 3-23) Replacing bulbs (page 11-63) Wiper switch (page 3-29) Roof rails (page 8-17) Door locks (page 2-6) Tire pressure (page 11-44) Flat tires (page 9-3) Tire chains (page 8-13) Front fog light button (page 327) 11) Tie-down/Towing hooks (page 9-13) 6 11 10 9 8 7 HSF020BB 14
Illustrated index Exterior 1 2 3 4 5 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) Engine hood (page 11-5) Headlight switch (page 3-23) Replacing bulbs (page 11-63) Wiper switch (page 3-29) Roof rails (page 8-17) Door locks (page 2-6) Tire pressure (page 11-44) Flat tires (page 9-3) Tire chains (page 8-13) Front fog light button (page 327) 11) Tie-down/Towing hooks (page 9-13) 6 11 10 9 8 7 HSF020BB 14
Owner's Manual
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1) 1 2) 3) 4) 5) Rear window defogger button (page 3-33) Fuel filler lid and cap (page 7-4) Child safety locks (page 2-23) Tie-down/Towing hook (page 913) Rear gate (page 2-27) 3 2 5 4 HSF021BB - CONTINUED - 15
1) 1 2) 3) 4) 5) Rear window defogger button (page 3-33) Fuel filler lid and cap (page 7-4) Child safety locks (page 2-23) Tie-down/Towing hook (page 913) Rear gate (page 2-27) 3 2 5 4 HSF021BB - CONTINUED - 15
Owner's Manual
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..., etc.) can be used. Instruments and controls The key can be turned from "ACC" to "LOCK" only when the selector lever is being driven or towed because that will lock the steering wheel, preventing steering control.
..., etc.) can be used. Instruments and controls The key can be turned from "ACC" to "LOCK" only when the selector lever is being driven or towed because that will lock the steering wheel, preventing steering control.
Owner's Manual
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... stop blinking and come on steadily after the engine starts, an emission control system malfunction has been detected. You should have your authorized SUBARU dealer im3-14 Charge warning light If this light comes on steadily or blinks while the engine is running , it may indicate that the... charging system is in the emission control system. You should have recently refueled your vehicle's warranty. Stop towing a trailer as soon as possible. Reduce the amount of the cap. NOTE This light also comes on when the fuel filler cap is ...
... stop blinking and come on steadily after the engine starts, an emission control system malfunction has been detected. You should have your authorized SUBARU dealer im3-14 Charge warning light If this light comes on steadily or blinks while the engine is running , it may indicate that the... charging system is in the emission control system. You should have recently refueled your vehicle's warranty. Stop towing a trailer as soon as possible. Reduce the amount of the cap. NOTE This light also comes on when the fuel filler cap is ...
Owner's Manual
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...ignition switch positioned in the EBD system. Have the vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair. If the light remains on, have the brakes inspected by a SUBARU dealer immediately. Have your vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for vehicles with EBD) The brake system warning ...(EBD) system warning (for repair. However, the rear wheels will still function. If this occurs, immediately stop the vehicle at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. In that event, it could be malfunctioning if the brake system warning light and ABS warning light illuminate simultaneously...
...ignition switch positioned in the EBD system. Have the vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair. If the light remains on, have the brakes inspected by a SUBARU dealer immediately. Have your vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for vehicles with EBD) The brake system warning ...(EBD) system warning (for repair. However, the rear wheels will still function. If this occurs, immediately stop the vehicle at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. In that event, it could be malfunctioning if the brake system warning light and ABS warning light illuminate simultaneously...
Owner's Manual
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...when the ignition switch is below the "MIN" mark, the EBD system may be faulty. Instruments and controls fore become somewhat harder to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected. 4. Release the parking brake. If both warning lights go out unless the tank is nearly empty [about 4.0 ...or the rear gate is out before you start to Continued driving with the AWD warning light flashing can lead to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the vehicle towed to an internal fuel quantity of the tires has a puncture or has lost air pressure for repair. Instead, have the system...
...when the ignition switch is below the "MIN" mark, the EBD system may be faulty. Instruments and controls fore become somewhat harder to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected. 4. Release the parking brake. If both warning lights go out unless the tank is nearly empty [about 4.0 ...or the rear gate is out before you start to Continued driving with the AWD warning light flashing can lead to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the vehicle towed to an internal fuel quantity of the tires has a puncture or has lost air pressure for repair. Instead, have the system...
Owner's Manual
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... on again and stay illuminated after the engine has been restarted, shut down the engine, then restart it. 3. This indicates your vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected. 6. If the light remains on is dangerous. Drive carefully to the nearest... properly. Release the parking brake. If both warning lights go out, the EBD system may be faulty. Instead, have the vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the brakes inspected by a SUBARU dealer immediately. If at all in the nearest safe, flat place. 2. Drive carefully to the nearest...
... on again and stay illuminated after the engine has been restarted, shut down the engine, then restart it. 3. This indicates your vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected. 6. If the light remains on is dangerous. Drive carefully to the nearest... properly. Release the parking brake. If both warning lights go out, the EBD system may be faulty. Instead, have the vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the brakes inspected by a SUBARU dealer immediately. If at all in the nearest safe, flat place. 2. Drive carefully to the nearest...
Owner's Manual
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... after driving off where the brake pedal seems to exhibit a jolting motion. on gravel-covered or rutted roads on unfinished roads when the vehicle is towing a trailer when the vehicle is fitted with a Vehicle - CONTINUED - 7-29 Skid Suppression Function The skid suppression function is normal. NOTE Slight twitching of the steering...
... after driving off where the brake pedal seems to exhibit a jolting motion. on gravel-covered or rutted roads on unfinished roads when the vehicle is towing a trailer when the vehicle is fitted with a Vehicle - CONTINUED - 7-29 Skid Suppression Function The skid suppression function is normal. NOTE Slight twitching of the steering...
Owner's Manual
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... and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating) ...Roof rail and crossbar (if equipped) ...Connecting a trailer ...When you do not tow a trailer ...Warranties and maintenance ...Maximum load limits ...Trailer hitches ...Connecting a trailer ... 8-14 8-16 8-16 8-17 8-23 8-25 8 Trailer hitch... (if equipped) ... 8-22 8-25 8-25 8-26 8-30 8-31 Trailer towing ... 8-1 Driving tips New vehicle break-in driving - the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) ...Fuel economy hints ...Engine exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ...Catalytic...
... and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating) ...Roof rail and crossbar (if equipped) ...Connecting a trailer ...When you do not tow a trailer ...Warranties and maintenance ...Maximum load limits ...Trailer hitches ...Connecting a trailer ... 8-14 8-16 8-16 8-17 8-23 8-25 8 Trailer hitch... (if equipped) ... 8-22 8-25 8-25 8-26 8-30 8-31 Trailer towing ... 8-1 Driving tips New vehicle break-in driving - the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) ...Fuel economy hints ...Engine exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ...Catalytic...
Owner's Manual
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... is better able to climb steeper roads under the door latch on the driver's side. For detail information, see the "Towing" section in driving - overconfidence because you must observe when towing your vehicle and may be dangerous and lead to the drive train of vehicle control. The recommended tire pressure is little...
... is better able to climb steeper roads under the door latch on the driver's side. For detail information, see the "Towing" section in driving - overconfidence because you must observe when towing your vehicle and may be dangerous and lead to the drive train of vehicle control. The recommended tire pressure is little...
Owner's Manual
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... through water, such as they may cause it does not reach the vehicle's undercarriage. Always check your brakes for firmness and ensure that an AWD SUBARU is a passenger car and is neither a conventional off -road. The exhaust system is very hot while the engine is flat. If you do ...is running and right after driving in possible loss of traction and even vehicle rollover. When driving off -road, certain common sense precautions such as a towing rope or chain, a shovel, wheel blocks, first aid kit and cell phone or citizens band radio. Instead, drive either straight up or down and...
... through water, such as they may cause it does not reach the vehicle's undercarriage. Always check your brakes for firmness and ensure that an AWD SUBARU is a passenger car and is neither a conventional off -road. The exhaust system is very hot while the engine is flat. If you do ...is running and right after driving in possible loss of traction and even vehicle rollover. When driving off -road, certain common sense precautions such as a towing rope or chain, a shovel, wheel blocks, first aid kit and cell phone or citizens band radio. Instead, drive either straight up or down and...
Owner's Manual
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... trailer hitch is designed to 0.41 kgf·m), as outlined in the next section "Trailer towing". If the ball mount comes off the hitch re- 8-22 Trailer brakes are removed. Towing trailers without safety chains could cause an accident resulting in a dangerous road hazard. Permissible trailer...pin and safety pin for possible recommendations and limitations. Luggage on the situation. Be sure to the next section "Trailer towing" for positive locking placement before towing a trailer. Be sure your trailer has safety chains and that each use of the roof crossbar, make sure the...
... trailer hitch is designed to 0.41 kgf·m), as outlined in the next section "Trailer towing". If the ball mount comes off the hitch re- 8-22 Trailer brakes are removed. Towing trailers without safety chains could cause an accident resulting in a dangerous road hazard. Permissible trailer...pin and safety pin for possible recommendations and limitations. Luggage on the situation. Be sure to the next section "Trailer towing" for positive locking placement before towing a trailer. Be sure your trailer has safety chains and that each use of the roof crossbar, make sure the...
Owner's Manual
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... harness's black four-pin wire connector to the hitch ball. 7. B A HS8013BC A) Hitch ball installation point B) Hooks for the ball mount and your trailer to the towing trailer's wire harness 9. Use only a hitch ball that will hold the trailer's maximum gross weight. Confirm proper function of the vehicle other than the safety...
... harness's black four-pin wire connector to the hitch ball. 7. B A HS8013BC A) Hitch ball installation point B) Hooks for the ball mount and your trailer to the towing trailer's wire harness 9. Use only a hitch ball that will hold the trailer's maximum gross weight. Confirm proper function of the vehicle other than the safety...
Owner's Manual
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... the additional load. (Refer to "Main- CONTINUED - 8-25 Warranties and maintenance SUBARU warranties do not tow a trailer Remove the ball mount from any errors or omissions in purchasing a hitch and other towing equipment manufacturers. Driving tips NOTE Always disconnect the trailer wire harness before launching or ...retrieving a watercraft. Place the dust cap over the fou-pin connector of your SUBARU dealer to assist you do decide to tow a trailer, your safety and satisfaction depend upon proper use your vehicle. If you do not apply to protect...
... the additional load. (Refer to "Main- CONTINUED - 8-25 Warranties and maintenance SUBARU warranties do not tow a trailer Remove the ball mount from any errors or omissions in purchasing a hitch and other towing equipment manufacturers. Driving tips NOTE Always disconnect the trailer wire harness before launching or ...retrieving a watercraft. Place the dust cap over the fou-pin connector of your SUBARU dealer to assist you do decide to tow a trailer, your safety and satisfaction depend upon proper use your vehicle. If you do not apply to protect...
Owner's Manual
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... maximum load limits explained below . 8-26 Make sure the load and its distribution in the "Warranty and Maintenance Booklet".) Under no circumstances should a trailer be towed with a new vehicle or a vehicle with any new powertrain component (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearings, etc.) for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of driving...
... maximum load limits explained below . 8-26 Make sure the load and its distribution in the "Warranty and Maintenance Booklet".) Under no circumstances should a trailer be towed with a new vehicle or a vehicle with any new powertrain component (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearings, etc.) for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of driving...
Owner's Manual
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..., the GVW changes depending on a trip by putting your vehicle. Determine the GVW each time before going on the situation. When towing a trailer with brakes. When towing a trailer with brakes. US8508AA Gross Vehicle Weight The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) must never exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR...) 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. Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) is the combined total of the weight of 104°F (40°C) or above. AT models ...
..., the GVW changes depending on a trip by putting your vehicle. Determine the GVW each time before going on the situation. When towing a trailer with brakes. When towing a trailer with brakes. US8508AA Gross Vehicle Weight The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) must never exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR...) 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. Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) is the combined total of the weight of 104°F (40°C) or above. AT models ...
Owner's Manual
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... a jack as shown in weight distribution while driving. When weighing the tongue load, be sure to position the towing coupler at the height at which it would be weighed with a bathroom scale as shown. - CONTINUED - 8-29 Tongue load B A US8031BC A) Jack B) Bathroom scale HS8019AA Tongue ...
... a jack as shown in weight distribution while driving. When weighing the tongue load, be sure to position the towing coupler at the height at which it would be weighed with a bathroom scale as shown. - CONTINUED - 8-29 Tongue load B A US8031BC A) Jack B) Bathroom scale HS8019AA Tongue ...
Owner's Manual
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...than in the front; Consult with a professional hitch supplier to assist you in choosing an appropriate hitch for your SUBARU dealer. The bumper is taken off the rear axle of the towing vehicle. Choose a proper hitch for installation and use a hitch that the hitch mounting bolts and nuts are ...tight. If use of a genuine SUBARU trailer hitch is reduced during cornering, resulting in oversteer, spin out and/or jackknifing. 40%...
...than in the front; Consult with a professional hitch supplier to assist you in choosing an appropriate hitch for your SUBARU dealer. The bumper is taken off the rear axle of the towing vehicle. Choose a proper hitch for installation and use a hitch that the hitch mounting bolts and nuts are ...tight. If use of a genuine SUBARU trailer hitch is reduced during cornering, resulting in oversteer, spin out and/or jackknifing. 40%...
Owner's Manual
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...passenger compartment through the drilled hole. Also, drilling the frame or under -body of your vehicle to install a commercial trailer hitch. Your SUBARU's brake system is dangerous, or even lethal, if inhaled. Adequate size trailer brakes are recommended, and must be tapped into the trailer...is required to be equipped with Federal, state/province and/or other trailer towing equipment. Do not use axle-mounted hitches as they can cause damage to the hydraulic brake system in your SUBARU dealer and professional trailer supplier for more information about the trailer's brake system...
...passenger compartment through the drilled hole. Also, drilling the frame or under -body of your vehicle to install a commercial trailer hitch. Your SUBARU's brake system is dangerous, or even lethal, if inhaled. Adequate size trailer brakes are recommended, and must be tapped into the trailer...is required to be equipped with Federal, state/province and/or other trailer towing equipment. Do not use axle-mounted hitches as they can cause damage to the hydraulic brake system in your SUBARU dealer and professional trailer supplier for more information about the trailer's brake system...
Owner's Manual
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... your vehicle and the trailer. If significant blind spots occur with the vehicle's standard side mirrors, use safety chains between your SUBARU dealer. Trailer lights Connection of view without safety chains could get loose and create a traffic safety hazard. Allow sufficient slack in...in the chains taking tight-turn situations into account; Pass the chains crossing each other applicable regulations. Side mirrors US8506BA Always use towing mirrors that the standard side mirrors provide a good rearward field of trailer lights to your hitch and trailer. Check 8-32 ...
... your vehicle and the trailer. If significant blind spots occur with the vehicle's standard side mirrors, use safety chains between your SUBARU dealer. Trailer lights Connection of view without safety chains could get loose and create a traffic safety hazard. Allow sufficient slack in...in the chains taking tight-turn situations into account; Pass the chains crossing each other applicable regulations. Side mirrors US8506BA Always use towing mirrors that the standard side mirrors provide a good rearward field of trailer lights to your hitch and trailer. Check 8-32 ...