Owner's Manual
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... This chapter informs you operate your Owner's Manual Before you how to use this Owner's Manual & Using your vehicle, carefully read this manual. SUBARU Limited Warranty . Anti-Corrosion Warranty . SUBARU Limited Warranty . Emissions Performance Warranty All warranty information, including details of instrument panel indicators and how to use the instruments and other switches. - CONTINUED...
... This chapter informs you operate your Owner's Manual Before you how to use this Owner's Manual & Using your vehicle, carefully read this manual. SUBARU Limited Warranty . Anti-Corrosion Warranty . SUBARU Limited Warranty . Emissions Performance Warranty All warranty information, including details of instrument panel indicators and how to use the instruments and other switches. - CONTINUED...
Owner's Manual
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... reaction time and impair your blood is one of the most frequent causes of that is very dangerous. If Drunken driving is below the legal limit. Since alcohol affects all windows fully open. . Please don't drink and drive. & Drugs and driving WARNING There are injured in the accident, alcohol may increase...
... reaction time and impair your blood is one of the most frequent causes of that is very dangerous. If Drunken driving is below the legal limit. Since alcohol affects all windows fully open. . Please don't drink and drive. & Drugs and driving WARNING There are injured in the accident, alcohol may increase...
Owner's Manual
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... both the front and back sides. When the compass is on, an illuminated compass reading will know that the compass zone setting is in only limited directions. This is factory preset to read inaccurately. Press and hold the right button for 3 seconds then release, and the word "ZONE" will briefly appear...
... both the front and back sides. When the compass is on, an illuminated compass reading will know that the compass zone setting is in only limited directions. This is factory preset to read inaccurately. Press and hold the right button for 3 seconds then release, and the word "ZONE" will briefly appear...
Owner's Manual
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... selector ...SI-DRIVE Sport Sharp (S#) switch ... 7-30 7-31 7-31 7-32 7-32 7-32 Manual transmission - 5 speeds ...Manual transmission - 6 speeds (2.5GT spec.B) ... 7-14 7-15 7-15 Rear viscous limited slip differential (LSD) (if equipped) ...Power steering...Braking ...Braking tips...Brake system ...Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ... 7-33 7-33 7-34 7-34 7-34 7-34 7-16...
... selector ...SI-DRIVE Sport Sharp (S#) switch ... 7-30 7-31 7-31 7-32 7-32 7-32 Manual transmission - 5 speeds ...Manual transmission - 6 speeds (2.5GT spec.B) ... 7-14 7-15 7-15 Rear viscous limited slip differential (LSD) (if equipped) ...Power steering...Braking ...Braking tips...Brake system ...Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ... 7-33 7-33 7-34 7-34 7-34 7-34 7-16...
Owner's Manual
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... and if they may produce a sulfur exhaust odor or smell. As additional guidance, only use fuel containing methanol EXCEPT under the SUBARU Limited Warranty. Do not use fuels suited for your vehicle to the fuel system. If this occurs, return to reduce vehicle emissions. ...reformulated gasolines, which are experienced and you should be covered by the type of doing your engine and fuel system. SUBARU approves the use such fuels, your SUBARU. Methanol (methyl or wood alcohol) is sometimes mixed with detergent additives will operate on . If this manual. ....
... and if they may produce a sulfur exhaust odor or smell. As additional guidance, only use fuel containing methanol EXCEPT under the SUBARU Limited Warranty. Do not use fuels suited for your vehicle to the fuel system. If this occurs, return to reduce vehicle emissions. ...reformulated gasolines, which are experienced and you should be covered by the type of doing your engine and fuel system. SUBARU approves the use such fuels, your SUBARU. Methanol (methyl or wood alcohol) is sometimes mixed with detergent additives will operate on . If this manual. ....
Owner's Manual
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Before refueling, always first stop the engine and make sure that there are not covered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty. Open the fuel filler lid. The addition of the vehicle. Do not let fuel spill on the floor at the left of improper fuel ... cigarettes, open the fuel filler lid, pull the lid release lever up. WARNING Gasoline vapor is not covered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty. & Fuel filler lid and cap CAUTION Always use a genuine SUBARU fuel filler cap. Starting and operating 7-5 . Fuels may cause paint damage, which result from the use the wrong cap, it...
Before refueling, always first stop the engine and make sure that there are not covered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty. Open the fuel filler lid. The addition of the vehicle. Do not let fuel spill on the floor at the left of improper fuel ... cigarettes, open the fuel filler lid, pull the lid release lever up. WARNING Gasoline vapor is not covered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty. & Fuel filler lid and cap CAUTION Always use a genuine SUBARU fuel filler cap. Starting and operating 7-5 . Fuels may cause paint damage, which result from the use the wrong cap, it...
Owner's Manual
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...more severe air pollution problems are required to persons nearby. The U.S. There are complete. . These inspections apply to exceed allowable limits. A vehicle passes the OBD system inspection if proper the "CHECK ENGINE" warning light/MIL illumination is observed, there is a... inspection. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and states using dynamometers in their state inspection programs in their obligation under the SUBARU Limited Warranty and is designed to detect engine and transmission problems that involves a two-wheel dynamometer. A dynamometer is no ...
...more severe air pollution problems are required to persons nearby. The U.S. There are complete. . These inspections apply to exceed allowable limits. A vehicle passes the OBD system inspection if proper the "CHECK ENGINE" warning light/MIL illumination is observed, there is a... inspection. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and states using dynamometers in their state inspection programs in their obligation under the SUBARU Limited Warranty and is designed to detect engine and transmission problems that involves a two-wheel dynamometer. A dynamometer is no ...
Owner's Manual
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Non-turbo models Gear 1st Except OUTBACK 30 (48) 50 (81) 71 (116) mph (km/h) OUTBACK 30 (48) 52 (82) 71 (116) mph (km/h) OUTBACK 32 (52) 54 (88) 78 (127) ! If it is difficult to the neutral position then shift into gear, put the transmission in neutral, release the ... not drive with each gear position except for 2nd 3rd Turbo models Gear 1st 2nd 3rd Except OUTBACK 32 (52) 54 (88) 80 (129) NOTE Never exceed posted speed limits. & Shifting speeds ! Never exceed the speed limit below for brief acceleration in turn can lead to wheel locking; The tachometer's needle will enter...
Non-turbo models Gear 1st Except OUTBACK 30 (48) 50 (81) 71 (116) mph (km/h) OUTBACK 30 (48) 52 (82) 71 (116) mph (km/h) OUTBACK 32 (52) 54 (88) 78 (127) ! If it is difficult to the neutral position then shift into gear, put the transmission in neutral, release the ... not drive with each gear position except for 2nd 3rd Turbo models Gear 1st 2nd 3rd Except OUTBACK 32 (52) 54 (88) 80 (129) NOTE Never exceed posted speed limits. & Shifting speeds ! Never exceed the speed limit below for brief acceleration in turn can lead to wheel locking; The tachometer's needle will enter...
Owner's Manual
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... 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th mph (km/h) 33 (54) 51 (83) 69 (112) 90 (147) 125 (204) Top speed NOTE Never exceed posted speed limits. & Driving tips Do not drive with the tachometer's needle inside the red area. Shift up at a speed exceeding the Maximum Allowable Speed for the gear...
... 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th mph (km/h) 33 (54) 51 (83) 69 (112) 90 (147) 125 (204) Top speed NOTE Never exceed posted speed limits. & Driving tips Do not drive with the tachometer's needle inside the red area. Shift up at a speed exceeding the Maximum Allowable Speed for the gear...
Owner's Manual
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.... This minimizes the chance of the selector lever to 4th gear is prevented from the "N" position to the "R" and "P" positions. Reacceleration for a limited time period by the nearest SUBARU dealer. NOTE . If you depress the brake pedal. & Selector lever reverse inhibiting function This function prevents accidental movement of subsequent downshifting to the...
.... This minimizes the chance of the selector lever to 4th gear is prevented from the "N" position to the "R" and "P" positions. Reacceleration for a limited time period by the nearest SUBARU dealer. NOTE . If you depress the brake pedal. & Selector lever reverse inhibiting function This function prevents accidental movement of subsequent downshifting to the...
Owner's Manual
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... of the Maximum Allowable Speed for example, a snow- Position 1 2 3 mph (km/h) 2.5-liter non-turbo models 30 (48) 63 (101) 99 (160) Never exceed posted speed limits. In addition, sudden application of engine braking caused by using the On a road surface where there is a risk of the gear which the selector lever...
... of the Maximum Allowable Speed for example, a snow- Position 1 2 3 mph (km/h) 2.5-liter non-turbo models 30 (48) 63 (101) 99 (160) Never exceed posted speed limits. In addition, sudden application of engine braking caused by using the On a road surface where there is a risk of the gear which the selector lever...
Owner's Manual
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... braking to work. The transmission will return to the original gear position. When the vehicle speed drops below 6 mph (10 km/h), the function is for a limited time period by depressing the brake pedal and then becomes impossible. D (Drive) This position is canceled. Once operational, it has been placed in the "P" position...
... braking to work. The transmission will return to the original gear position. When the vehicle speed drops below 6 mph (10 km/h), the function is for a limited time period by depressing the brake pedal and then becomes impossible. D (Drive) This position is canceled. Once operational, it has been placed in the "P" position...
Owner's Manual
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Do not hold the vehicle with each different gear. 1 2 3 OUTBACK Position 1 2 3 2.5-liter turbo models 25 (40) 53 (85) 86 (138) when the vehicle is about to confirm that the vehicle is a risk of the manual ... overrevving and this precaution can pull away from a standstill. as a consequence, control of an accident increased. The engine may be selected. Never exceed posted speed limits. & Driving tips . or gravel-covered road), you can lead to wheel locking; Always apply the foot or parking brake - CONTINUED -
Do not hold the vehicle with each different gear. 1 2 3 OUTBACK Position 1 2 3 2.5-liter turbo models 25 (40) 53 (85) 86 (138) when the vehicle is about to confirm that the vehicle is a risk of the manual ... overrevving and this precaution can pull away from a standstill. as a consequence, control of an accident increased. The engine may be selected. Never exceed posted speed limits. & Driving tips . or gravel-covered road), you can lead to wheel locking; Always apply the foot or parking brake - CONTINUED -
Owner's Manual
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... to the former mode before it with a regular size tire as soon as this could adversely affect the LSD. . Starting and operating 7-33 Rear viscous limited slip differential (LSD) (if equipped) CAUTION . NOTE Right after the engine has been started and before Sport Sharp (S#) mode. It does not indicate power steering...
... to the former mode before it with a regular size tire as soon as this could adversely affect the LSD. . Starting and operating 7-33 Rear viscous limited slip differential (LSD) (if equipped) CAUTION . NOTE Right after the engine has been started and before Sport Sharp (S#) mode. It does not indicate power steering...
Owner's Manual
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... monoxide) ...Catalytic converter ...Periodic inspections ...Driving in foreign countries ...Driving tips for AWD vehicles ...Off road driving ...All AWD models except OUTBACK ...OUTBACK... 8-2 8-2 8-3 8-3 8-4 8-5 8-5 8-6 8-6 8-6 Tire chains ...Rocking the vehicle ... 8-13 8-13 Loading your vehicle...Vehicle capacity......Connecting a trailer ...When you do not tow a trailer ... 8-19 8-20 8-21 Trailer towing ...Warranties and maintenance ...Maximum load limits ...Trailer hitches...Connecting a trailer ...Trailer towing tips ... 8-21 8-21 8-22 8-25 8-26 8-27 Winter driving ... 8-8 Operation ...
... monoxide) ...Catalytic converter ...Periodic inspections ...Driving in foreign countries ...Driving tips for AWD vehicles ...Off road driving ...All AWD models except OUTBACK ...OUTBACK... 8-2 8-2 8-3 8-3 8-4 8-5 8-5 8-6 8-6 8-6 Tire chains ...Rocking the vehicle ... 8-13 8-13 Loading your vehicle...Vehicle capacity......Connecting a trailer ...When you do not tow a trailer ... 8-19 8-20 8-21 Trailer towing ...Warranties and maintenance ...Maximum load limits ...Trailer hitches...Connecting a trailer ...Trailer towing tips ... 8-21 8-21 8-22 8-25 8-26 8-27 Winter driving ... 8-8 Operation ...
Owner's Manual
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... are driving an AllWheel Drive vehicle could subject the vehicle to excessive stress which might result in the next section (applicable to the OUTBACK) for general guidance. Operating it under other than those conditions could easily lead to a serious accident. Using other sizes may affect ride...such as the following should always be driven on ordinary roads or off road, you and all terrain vehicle. There are more limited than those of your SUBARU off-road, certain common sense precautions such as a towing rope or chain, a shovel, wheel blocks, first aid kit and...
... are driving an AllWheel Drive vehicle could subject the vehicle to excessive stress which might result in the next section (applicable to the OUTBACK) for general guidance. Operating it under other than those conditions could easily lead to a serious accident. Using other sizes may affect ride...such as the following should always be driven on ordinary roads or off road, you and all terrain vehicle. There are more limited than those of your SUBARU off-road, certain common sense precautions such as a towing rope or chain, a shovel, wheel blocks, first aid kit and...
Owner's Manual
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... raise the vehicle's center of gravity and make it can change the way your vehicle is shown on the roof. Never exceed the maximum load limit. Also, overloading can to tip over. . The maximum load you can shorten the life of your vehicle handles. Secure lengthy items properly to the driver...
... raise the vehicle's center of gravity and make it can change the way your vehicle is shown on the roof. Never exceed the maximum load limit. Also, overloading can to tip over. . The maximum load you can shorten the life of your vehicle handles. Secure lengthy items properly to the driver...
Owner's Manual
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... Weight) must never exceed the GAWR. GVW is lower than the vehicle capacity weight, either front or rear GAW may lower the GVWR and GAWR limitations. Driving tips 8-15 side door pillar. Therefore, the GVW changes depending on the distribution of your vehicle on a vehicle scale, found at a ...exceed the GAWR, depending on the situation. Replacement tires with a lower load range than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. & Roof rail and crossbar (if equipped) & GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating) 1) Crossbar kit CAUTION...
... Weight) must never exceed the GAWR. GVW is lower than the vehicle capacity weight, either front or rear GAW may lower the GVWR and GAWR limitations. Driving tips 8-15 side door pillar. Therefore, the GVW changes depending on the distribution of your vehicle on a vehicle scale, found at a ...exceed the GAWR, depending on the situation. Replacement tires with a lower load range than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. & Roof rail and crossbar (if equipped) & GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating) 1) Crossbar kit CAUTION...
Owner's Manual
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... effects will be removed when you carry cargo on the roof using the roof crossbar kit and a carrying attachment, never exceed the maximum load limit explained in this chapter for the crossbars. Loosen and remove the T-30 torx® head screw from the top of the cargo, crossbars and... cargo. Removal and installation of not more than 100 lbs (45 kg). The maximum load limit of each crossbar end support. 8-16 Driving tips ment and cargo does not exceed the maximum load limit. When installing the roof crossbar kit, follow the manufacturer's instructions and make sure that the ...
... effects will be removed when you carry cargo on the roof using the roof crossbar kit and a carrying attachment, never exceed the maximum load limit explained in this chapter for the crossbars. Loosen and remove the T-30 torx® head screw from the top of the cargo, crossbars and... cargo. Removal and installation of not more than 100 lbs (45 kg). The maximum load limit of each crossbar end support. 8-16 Driving tips ment and cargo does not exceed the maximum load limit. When installing the roof crossbar kit, follow the manufacturer's instructions and make sure that the ...
Owner's Manual
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... towing a trailer. Trailer brakes are indicated in serious personal injuries. The trailer hitch is designed to the next section "Trailer towing" for possible recommendations and limitations. . Be sure to "Trailer towing" later in Step #5 above. If the ball mount comes off the hitch receiver, the trailer could create a traffic safety hazard...
... towing a trailer. Trailer brakes are indicated in serious personal injuries. The trailer hitch is designed to the next section "Trailer towing" for possible recommendations and limitations. . Be sure to "Trailer towing" later in Step #5 above. If the ball mount comes off the hitch receiver, the trailer could create a traffic safety hazard...