Subaru 1998 Impreza User Manual

TOKYO, JAPAN
1998
Wear Seat Belts at All Times for Your Own Safety.
Issued: July 1997 A
Printed in USA
A1790BE
1998
OWNER’S
MANUAL
GAS STATION REFERENCE
Fuel:
Use only unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87
AKI or higher. This octane rating is the average of the Re-
search Octane and Motor Octane numbers and is com-
monly referred to as the Anti Knock Index (AKI).
Refer to the Fuel Requirement section in this manual.
Fuel capacity:
15.9 US gal (60 liters, 13.2 Imp gal)
Engine oil:
Use only API classification SJ or SH with the words
“ENERGY CONSERVING II”
or the new API certification mark displayed on the contain-
er.
Engine oil capacity:
2.5 liter models: 4.7 US qt (4.5 liters, 3.9 Imp qt)
2.2 liter models: 4.2 US qt (4.0 liters, 3.5 Imp qt)
Cold tire pressure:
See the label located under the driver’s door latch.

Subaru 1998 Impreza Specifications

General

Brand	Subaru
Model	1998 Impreza
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

How to Use This Owner's Manual

Using Your Owner's Manual

Explains how to use the manual effectively by reading it carefully.

Safety Warnings

Defines WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE terms used throughout the manual.

Doors and Locks

Keys

Information about vehicle keys, including master, submaster, and valet types.

Door Locks

How to lock and unlock vehicle doors from inside and outside.

Engine Hood

Instructions on how to open and close the engine hood safely.

Seat, Seat Belt and SRS AIRBAG

Seat Belts — 3-Point Type

Details on 3-point seat belts, including functions and usage.

Child Restraint Systems

Installation and use of child restraint systems for safety.

SRS AIRBAG

Explanation of the SRS airbag system and its operation.

Instruments and Controls

Gauges

Detailed explanation of individual gauges like speedometer and fuel gauge.

Warning and Indicator Lights

Explanation of various warning and indicator lights on the dashboard.

Light Controls

How to operate headlights, parking lights, and other exterior lights.

Climate Control

Heating and Air Conditioning

Controls for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system.

HEATER OPERATION

Instructions for operating the heater system effectively.

AIR CONDITIONER OPERATION

Instructions for operating the air conditioner efficiently.

Starting and Operating

Ignition Switch

Explanation of ignition switch positions and functions.

Starting the Engine

Procedures for starting the engine safely.

Parking Your Vehicle

Procedures for parking the vehicle safely.

In Case of Emergency

Engine Overheating

What to do if the engine overheats and safety precautions.

Jump Starting

Safety warnings and procedures for jump starting a dead battery.

Flat Tires

Information and warnings about changing a flat tire.

Maintenance and Service

Engine Oil

Procedures for checking and changing engine oil.

Brake Fluid

Checking and recommended fluid for brake system.

Tires and Wheels

Inspection and maintenance of tires and wheels.

Specifications

Engine

Technical specifications of the vehicle's engine.

Capacities

Fluid capacities for various vehicle systems.

Tires

Tire specifications including size, pressure, and alignment.

Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects

Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards

Explanation of tire grading system for performance.

Reporting Safety Defects (USA)

Procedure for reporting vehicle safety defects in the USA.