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IMPREZA U.S.A. (E)
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Specifications
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1-5
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Fuses and circuits
J
Fuse panel located behind the coin tray
HS0224
12
3
4
5
6
78
9
Q
WE
TY
UI
OP
R
Fuse panel
Fuse rating
Circuit
1
15A
D
Heater fan
2
15A
D
Heater fan
3
Empty
4
20A
D
Fr
ont accessory power socket
D
Cigar
ette lighter
D
Remote contr
olled rear view mirr
ors
5
10A
D
T
ail light
D
Parking light
6
15A
D
SRS AIRBAG
7
Empty
8
20A
D
ABS solenoid
9
15A
D
Radio
D
Clock
299
301
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
11
Audio
3
Climate Control
3
Doors and Locks
3
Instruments and Controls
3
Interior Equipment
3
Specifications
4
Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
4
Index
4
Table of Contents
11
Heater Operation/Heating and Air Conditioning
20
Table of Contents
24
Table of Contents
29
Keys
33
Key Number
33
Master Key
33
Submaster Key
33
Master, Submaster and Valet Key
33
Doors and Locks
34
Door Locks
34
Locking and Unlocking from the Outside
34
Locking and Unlocking from the Inside
36
Power Door Locks
37
Power Door Locking Switches (if Equipped)
37
Child Safety Locks
38
Door Open Warning Lights
39
Windows
39
Power Windows (if Equipped)
40
Power Window Switch Cluster (Driver's Side)
40
Passenger's Switches
42
Trunk Lid (Sedan and Coupe)
42
To Open and Close the Trunk Lid from Outside
43
Rear Gate (Wagon)
44
To Open and Close the Rear Gate
45
Fuel Filler Door and Cap
46
To Open and Close the Fuel Filler Door
46
Fuel Filler Cap
47
Refueling
47
Engine Hood
48
Sunroof (if Equipped)
49
Operation
49
Manual Operation
51
Roof Rack (if Equipped)
51
When Luggage Is Put on the Slats
52
Installing Carrying Attachments on the Cross Bars
52
Seat, Seat Belt and Srs Airbag
53
Front Seats
54
Seat, Seatbelt and SRS AIRBAG
55
Fore and Aft Adjustment
56
Reclining the Seatback
56
Head Restraint Adjustment
56
Rear Seat Access (Coupe)
57
Rear Seats
58
Fold down Rear Seat - Wagon
59
3-Point Type Seat Belts (Combination Lap/Shoulder Belts)
62
Seat Belt Warning Light and Chime
64
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) Function
64
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) Function
64
Fastening the Seat Belt
65
Unfastening the Belt
66
Seat Belt Guide (Coupe)
67
Seat Belt Guide (Coupe)
68
2-Point Type Seat Belt (Lap Only Belt)
68
Fastening the Seat Belt
69
Unfastening the Belt
70
Seat Belt Safety Tips
71
Infants or Small Children
71
Expectant Mothers
72
Seat Belts
72
Child Restraint Systems
73
Installing Child Restraint Systems in the 2-Point Type
75
Installing Child Restraint Systems in the 2-Point Type Seat Belt
75
Position (Rear Center Seating Position)
76
Installing Child Restraint Systems in the 3-Point Type Seat Belt
76
Top Strap Anchors
77
SRS AIRBAG (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
80
Vehicle with Driver's and Front Passenger's SRS Airbags and Lap/Shoulder Restraints
80
SRS AIRBAG System Operation
84
System Monitors
88
System Servicing
89
Precautions for Vehicle Modification
90
Instruments and Controls
92
Instrument Panel Overview
93
Instruments and Controls
94
Combination Meter Overview
94
Fuel Gauge
94
Speedometer
96
Fuel Gauge
97
Temperature Gauge
98
Warning and Indicator Lights
99
Checking Bulbs
99
Seat Belt Warning Light and Chime
99
SRS AIRBAG Warning Light
99
Charge Warning Light
99
Oil Pressure Warning Light
99
Brake System Warning Light
99
CHECK ENGINE Warning Light/Malfunction Indicator Lamp
99
ABS Warning Light (for Vehicles with ABS)
99
AT OIL Temperature Warning Light (for at Vehicles)
99
Charge Warning Light
100
Brake System Warning Light
100
Oil Pressure Warning Light
100
CHECK ENGINE Warning Light
101
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
101
ABS Warning Light
102
AT OIL Temperature Warning Light
103
Door Open Warning Lights
104
Front-Wheel Drive Warning Light (for AWD at Vehicles)
104
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
104
High Beam Indicator
104
Low Fuel Warning Light
104
Clock
105
Setting the Clock
105
Hazard Warning Flasher
105
Light Controls
106
Light Switch
106
Daytime Running Light
107
Headlight Flasher
107
High/Low Beam Change
107
High Beam Indicator Light
107
Illumination Brightness Control
109
Parking Light Switch
109
Fog Light Switch (if Equipped)
110
Wiper Controls
111
Windshield Wipers and Washer Switch
112
Wiper and Washer Switch
113
Mist
113
Rear Window Wiper and Washer Switch (Wagon Only)
113
Rear Window Defogger Switch
115
Horn
116
Mirrors
116
Inside Mirror
116
Outside Mirrors
117
Remote Control Mirror Switch
118
Climate Control
119
Chapter 4
119
Heater Operation
119
Ventilator
119
Ventilation
119
Climate Control
121
Heating and Air Conditioning
121
Air Flow Control Dial
121
Temperature Control Dial
121
Air Conditioner Button (if Equipped)
122
Defrosting or Defogging the Windshield
122
Heating and Defrosting
123
Air Conditioner Operation
126
Cooling or Dehumidifying
126
Defrosting or Defogging
126
Operating Tips for Heater and Air Conditioner
127
Cleaning Ventilator Grille
127
Efficient Cooling after Parking in Direct Sunlight
128
Lubrication Oil Circulation in the Refrigerant Circuit
128
Checking Air Conditioning System before Summer Season
128
Cooling and Dehumidifying in High Humidity and Low Temperature Weather Condition
128
Air Conditioner Compressor Shut-Off When Engine Is Heavily Loaded
128
Refrigerant for Your Climate Control System
128
Air Filtration System (Option)
129
Replacement Procedure
129
Audio
131
Antenna
131
Radio
132
Manual Antenna
132
FM Reception
132
Audio
133
AM/FM Stereo Radio with Cassette Player (if Equipped)
133
Radio Operation
133
Power Switch and Volume Control (ON/VOL)
133
Tone and Balance Control (TONE/BAL)
133
FM/AM Selection Switch
137
Stereo Indicator
137
Manual Tuning (TUNING)
137
Automatic Tuning (SCN)
138
Selecting Preset Stations
138
How to Preset Stations
138
Cassette Player Operation
139
Cassette Slot
139
Tape Travel Indicators
139
Rewind Button
139
Stop and Eject Button
139
Tape Program Sensor Button (TPS)
139
Metal Tape Button (MTL)
139
Clock Function
141
Display Mode
141
Setting the Time
142
Installation of Accessories
142
Interior Equipment
143
Storage Compartment
144
Sun Visors
144
Vanity Mirror (if Equipped)
144
Interior Equipment
145
Glove Compartment
145
Center Console
145
Lid Tray
146
Dashboard Storage Compartment
147
Coin Tray
147
Cup Holder
148
Driver's Cup Holder
148
In the Luggage Compartment
149
Front Passenger's Cup Holder
149
Accessory Power Socket
149
Electrical Power Socket Located on the Lower Part of the Instrument Panel
149
Cigarette Lighter and Front Ashtray (Option)
151
Front Ashtray
152
Rear Ashtray
153
Coat Hook
154
Interior Light
154
Spotlight (if Equipped)
155
Luggage Cover (Wagon Only)
156
Using the Cover
156
To Remove the Cover Housing
157
To Install the Cover Housing
157
Shopping Bag Hook (Wagon Only)
158
Cargo Anchorage Eyelets (if Equipped)
158
Maintenance Tools
159
Starting and Operating
160
Starting and Operating
162
New Vehicle Break-In Driving
162
The First 1,000 Miles (1,600 Km)
162
Fuel Requirements
163
Fuel Octane Rating
163
Unleaded Gasoline
163
Gasoline for California-Certified TLEV
163
Gasoline for Cleaner Air
163
State Emission Testing (U.S. Only)
165
Exhaust Gas
166
Engine Exhaust Gas (Carbon Monoxide)
166
Catalytic Converter
167
Driver's Side
168
Fuel Economy Hints
168
Preparing to Drive
168
Driving in Foreign Countries
169
Periodic Inspections
169
Ignition Switch
169
Lock
170
Key Reminder Chime
171
Manual Transmission
171
Start
171
Key Interlock Release (at Vehicles Only)
172
Interlock Release
172
Starting the Engine
172
Manual Transmission Vehicles
172
Automatic Transmission Vehicles
173
During Cold Weather below -4 F (-20 C)
174
Flooded Engine
174
Stopping the Engine
174
Manual Transmission
175
Shifting Speed for Fuel Economy
175
Maximum Speeds
176
Driving Tips
176
Automatic Transmission
177
Selector Lever
178
Maximum Speeds
180
Driving Tips
180
Shift Lock Release
180
Steering
182
Tilt Steering Wheel
182
Power Steering
182
Cruise Control (if Equipped)
183
To Set Cruise Control
183
To Temporarily Cancel the Cruise Control
184
To Turn off the Cruise Control
184
To Change the Cruising Speed
184
Automatic Transmission
184
Parking Brake
185
Parking Your Vehicle
185
Parking Tips
186
Braking Tips
187
Tips for Using the Brakes
187
Brake System
188
Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators
189
Anti Lock Brake System
189
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) (if Equipped)
189
Driving Tips for AWD Vehicles
192
Off Road Driving
193
All AWD Models Except OUTBACK
193
Winter Driving
196
Operation During Cold Weather
196
Driving on Snowy and Icy Roads
198
Snow Tires
199
Tire Chains
200
Rocking the Vehicle
200
Corrosion Protection
201
Loading Your Vehicle
201
Vehicle Capacity Weight
202
Weight Rating)
202
Trailer Towing
203
Warranties and Maintenance
204
Maximum Load Limits
204
Trailer Hitches
205
Trailer Lights
206
Side Mirrors
206
Trailer Towing Tips
207
In Case of Emergency
210
Hazard Warning Flasher
211
Hazard Warning Flasher Switch
211
In Case of Emergency
212
Jump Starting
213
Jump Starting
214
How to Jump Start
214
Flat Tires
215
Changing a Flat Tire
215
Temporary Spare Tire
220
Temporary Spare Tires
220
Spare Tire
222
Jack and Jack Handle
222
Tire Changing Tools
222
Towing
223
Transporting Your Vehicle Using a Flat-Bed Truck
223
Towing with the Front Wheels Raised off the Ground
224
Towing with All Wheels on the Ground
225
Towing Eyelets
226
Appearance Care
228
Aluminum Wheels Cleaning
228
Corrosion Protection
228
Interior
228
Waxing and Polishing
228
Exterior Care
229
Washing
229
Waxing and Polishing
230
Corrosion Protection
231
Most Common Causes of Corrosion
231
To Help Prevent Corrosion
231
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
232
Cleaning the Interior
233
Seat Fabric
233
Synthetic Leather Upholstery
233
Maintenance and Service
234
Maintenance and Service
236
Maintenance Precautions
236
Before Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment
237
When You Do the Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment While the Engine Is Running
237
Engine Compartment Overview
238
Leak
240
Oil Leak
240
Engine, Transmission, and Differential Gear Oil Leaks
240
Engine Oil
241
Checking the Oil Level
241
Engine Oil and Oil Filter
242
Changing the Oil and Oil Filter
242
Recommended Grade and Viscosity
244
Recommended Grade and Viscosity under Severe Driving Conditions
245
Cooling System, Hoses and Connections
245
Engine Coolant
247
Checking the Coolant Level
247
Changing the Coolant
249
Engine Coolant
249
Air Cleaner Element
253
Replacing the Air Cleaner Element
254
Spark Plugs
255
Replacing the Spark Plugs
255
Recommended Spark Plugs
255
Drive Belts
256
Manual Transmission Oil
257
Checking the Oil Level
257
Automatic Transmission Fluid
258
Checking the Fluid Level When the Fluid Is Hot
258
Checking the Fluid Level When the Fluid Is Cold
259
Recommended Fluid
259
Front Differential Gear Oil (Automatic Transmission)
260
Checking the Oil Level
260
Recommended Grade and Viscosity
260
Rear Differential Gear Oil
261
Checking the Oil Level
261
Recommended Grade and Viscosity
262
Power Steering Fluid
263
Checking the Fluid Level When the Fluid Is Hot
263
Checking the Fluid Level When the Fluid Is Cold
264
Brake Fluid
265
Checking the Fluid Level
265
Recommended Brake Fluid
266
Clutch Fluid (2.5 Liter MT Models)
266
Recommended Clutch Fluid
267
Brake Booster
267
Checking Brake Booster Operation
267
Battery
268
Checking the Fluid Level
269
Windshield Washer Fluid
269
Battery Fluid
269
Replacement of Windshield Wiper Blades
270
Brake Pedal
273
Checking the Brake Pedal Free Play
273
Checking the Brake Pedal Reserve Distance
273
Clutch Pedal (Manual Transmission)
274
Checking the Clutch Function
274
Checking the Clutch Pedal Free Play
274
Replacement of Brake Pad Wear and Lining
275
Audible Brake Pad Wear Indicator
275
Breaking-In of New Brake Pads and Linings
275
Parking Brake Stroke
276
Tire Pressure
277
Tires and Wheels
277
Inspection and Rotation
277
Maintenance
282
Aluminum Wheels (if Equipped)
282
Fuses
282
Fuses
283
Replacing a Fuse
283
Main Fuse and Fusible Link
285
Checking the Headlight Aim
286
To Check the Headlight Aim
286
Installation of Accessories
286
Replacing Bulbs
288
Fog Light (if Equipped)
289
Parking Light
290
Side Turn Signal Light
291
Rear Combination Lights
292
License Plate Light
294
Interior Light, Spot Light
294
Specifications
297
Dimensions
297
Maximum Load Limits
297
Engine
297
Specifications
298
Electrical System
298
Capacities
298
Tires
299
Fuses and Circuits
300
Fuse and Circuits
300
Specifications
300
Rear View Mirror
300
Fuse Panel Located in the Engine Compartment
302
Bulb Chart
303
Certification Plate
304
Vehicle Identification
304
Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
305
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards
306
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Brand
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Model
1998 Impreza
Category
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Language
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