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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
16
Keys and Doors
5
Instruments and Controls
5
Vehicle Symbols
7
Child Safety
10
Drinking and Driving
12
Driving with Pets
14
California Proposition 65 Warning
14
Tire Pressures
14
Table of Contents
16
Door Locks (Page
22
Fog Light Switch (Page
23
Seat, Seatbelt and SRS Airbags
5
Table of Contents
32
Front Seats
33
Seat, Seatbelt and SRS Airbags
33
Manual Seat
34
Power Seat (if Equipped)
36
Reclining the Seatback
37
Active Head Restraint
39
Head Restraint Adjustment
39
Lumbar Support (if Equipped)
40
Seat Heater (if Equipped)
41
Rear Seats
42
Folding down the Rear Seat - Station Wagon
43
Head Restraint Adjustment
43
Armrest (if Equipped)
45
Loading Long Objects (Sedan)
46
Seatbelts
47
Seatbelt Safety Tips
47
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)
49
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR)
49
Seatbelt Warning Light and Chime
50
Fastening the Seatbelt
52
Seatbelt Maintenance
64
Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
64
System Monitors
66
System Servicing
67
Precautions against Vehicle Modification
68
Child Restraint Systems
69
Where to Place a Child Restraint System
71
Choosing a Child Restraint System
72
Installing Child Restraint Systems with A/ELR Seatbelt
73
Installing a Booster Seat
78
Installation of Child Restraint Systems by Use of Lower and Tether Anchorages (LATCH)
80
Top Tether Anchorages
86
SRS Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
90
Vehicle with SRS Airbags and Lap/Shoulder Restraints for Driver, Front Passenger, and Window-Side Rear Passengers
90
Subaru Advanced Frontal Airbag System
96
SRS Side Airbag and SRS Curtain Airbag
111
SRS Airbag System Monitors
120
SRS Airbag System Servicing
122
Precautions against Vehicle Modification
123
Table of Contents
126
Keys
127
Keys and Doors
127
Key Number
128
Immobilizer (if Equipped)
129
Security ID Plate
130
Security Indicator Light
130
Key Replacement
131
Door Locks
131
Locking and Unlocking from the Outside
131
Locking and Unlocking from the Inside
133
Battery Drainage Prevention Function
134
Power Door Locking Switches
135
Key Lock-In Prevention Function
136
Remote Keyless Entry System (if Equipped)
137
Locking the Doors
138
Unlocking the Doors
139
Unlocking the Trunk Lid/Rear Gate
139
Illuminated Entry
140
Vehicle Finder Function
140
Sounding a Panic Alarm
140
Selecting Audible Signal Operation
140
Replacing the Battery
141
Replacing Lost Transmitters
142
Alarm System
148
System Alarm Operation
148
Activating and Deactivating the Alarm System
148
If You Have Accidentally Triggered the Alarm System
149
Arming the System
149
Disarming the System
151
Valet Mode
152
Passive Arming
152
Tripped Sensor Identification
154
Shock Sensors (Dealer Option)
154
Child Safety Locks
155
Windows
156
Power Windows
156
Trunk Lid (Sedan)
160
To Open and Close the Trunk Lid from Outside
160
To Open the Trunk Lid from Inside
161
To Lock and Unlock the Trunk Lid Release Lever
161
Internal Trunk Lid Release Handle
162
Rear Gate (Station Wagon)
164
Moonroof (if Equipped)
166
Tilting/Sliding Moonroof (Sedan)
167
Moonroof (Station Wagon)
169
Instruments and Controls
172
Ignition Switch
174
Lock
175
Acc
175
Start
176
Key Reminder Chime
177
Ignition Switch Light
177
Hazard Warning Flasher
178
Meters and Gauges (Turbo Models)
178
Combination Meter Illumination
178
Canceling the Function for Meter/Gauge Needle Movement and Combination Meter Sequential Illumination Upon Turning on the Ignition Switch
179
Speedometer
180
Odometer
180
Double Trip Meter
181
Tachometer
182
Fuel Gauge
182
Temperature Gauge
184
Meters and Gauges (Non-Turbo Models)
185
Combination Meter Illumination
185
Canceling the Function for Meter/Gauge Needle Movement Upon Turning on the Ignition Switch
186
Speedometer
186
Odometer
187
Double Trip Meter
187
Tachometer
188
Fuel Gauge
189
Temperature Gauge
190
Warning and Indicator Lights
191
Seatbelt Warning Light and Chime
192
Front Passenger's Frontal Airbag on and off Indicators
195
SRS Airbag System Warning Light
195
CHECK ENGINE Warning Light/Malfunction Indicator Lamp
196
Charge Warning Light
197
Oil Pressure Warning Light
197
AT OIL Temperature Warning Light (at Vehicles)
198
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light (if Equipped)
198
ABS Warning Light
199
Brake System Warning Light
200
Low Fuel Warning Light
201
All-Wheel Drive Warning Light (at Vehicles)
202
Door Open Warning Light
202
Vehicle Dynamics Control Operation Indicator Light (if Equipped)
202
Vehicle Dynamics Control Warning Light (if Equipped)/Vehicle Dynamics Control off Indicator Light (if Equipped)
203
Security Indicator Light
204
Gear Position Indicator (at Vehicles)
205
Selector Lever Position Indicator (at Vehicles)
205
SPORT Mode Indicator Light (at Vehicles)
205
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
205
Headlight Indicator Light
206
Cruise Control Indicator Light
206
Cruise Control Set Indicator Light
206
Front Fog Light Indicator Light
206
High Beam Indicator Light
206
Clock
207
Information Display (if Equipped)
208
Outside Temperature Indicator
208
Current Fuel Consumption
210
Average Fuel Consumption
211
Driving Range on Remaining Fuel
212
Journey Time
214
Light Control Switch
215
Headlights
216
High/Low Beam Change (Dimmer)
216
Headlight Flasher
217
Daytime Running Light System
217
Illumination Brightness Control
218
Turn Signal Lever
218
Bright Switch (Night Illumination Dimness Cancellation)
219
Parking Light Switch
220
Fog Light Switch (if Equipped)
221
Wiper and Washer
222
Windshield Wiper and Washer Switches
223
Rear Window Wiper and Washer Switch (Station Wagon)
226
Windshield Wiper Deicer (if Equipped)
227
Rear Window Defogger Button
228
Mirrors
230
Inside Mirror
230
Auto-Dimming Mirror/Compass (if Equipped)
230
Outside Mirrors
232
Climate Control
236
Ventilator
237
Air Flow Selection
237
Climate Control
237
Center and Side Ventilators
238
Manual Climate Control System (if Equipped)
239
Control Panel
239
Heater Operation
242
Air Conditioner Operation
244
Automatic Climate Control System (if Equipped)
245
Temperature Sensors
251
Operating Tips for Heater and Air Conditioner
252
Cleaning Ventilator Grille
252
Efficient Cooling after Parking in Direct Sunlight
253
Lubrication Oil Circulation in the Refrigerant Circuit
253
Checking Air Conditioning System before Summer Season
253
Cooling and Dehumidifying in High Humidity and Low Temperature Weather Condition
253
Air Conditioner Compressor Shut-Off When Engine Is Heavily Loaded
253
Refrigerant for Your Climate Control System
253
Air Filtration System (if Equipped)
254
Table of Contents
256
Antenna System
257
Printed Antenna
257
FM Reception
257
Audio
258
Installation of Accessories
258
Audio Set
258
Type a Audio Set
258
Type B Audio Set
259
Type C Audio Set
259
Type a Audio Set (if Equipped)
260
Radio Operation
261
Compact Disc Player Operation
266
Type B Audio Set (if Equipped)
273
Radio Operation
274
Built-In CD Changer Operation
279
Type C Audio Set (if Equipped)
292
Radio Operation
293
Built-In CD Changer Operation
298
Audio Control Buttons (if Equipped)
311
Precautions to Observe When Handling a Compact Disc
313
MP3 Audio
315
What Is MP3
315
Creating MP3 Files
315
Saving MP3 Files on a Disc
315
Supported File Systems
316
Compression Format
316
Numbers of Folders and Files
316
Copyright Issues
316
Interior Equipment
318
Interior Light
319
Dome Light
319
Interior Equipment
319
Cargo Area Light (Station Wagon)
320
Map Light
320
Sun Visors
322
Sun Visor Extension Plate
322
Vanity Mirror with Light
323
Storage Compartment
324
Glove Box
324
Center Console Box
325
Center Panel Compartment
327
Overhead Console (if Equipped)
328
Cup Holder
328
Front Passenger's Cup Holder
329
Rear Passenger's Cup Holder
330
Accessory Power Outlets
331
Cigarette Lighter Socket
333
Use with a Cigarette Lighter
334
Using as an Accessory Power Outlet
335
Ashtray
336
Front Ashtray
336
Coat Hook
337
Rear Passenger Area
337
Shopping Bag Hook
338
Floor Mat
339
Cargo Area Cover
340
Using the Cover
340
To Remove the Cover Housing
341
To Remove the Rear Gate Board
341
Stowage of the Cargo Area Cover and Rear Gate Board
342
To Install the Cover Housing
343
To Install the Rear Gate Board
344
Stowage Boxes (Station Wagon)
345
Convenient Tie-Down Hooks (if Equipped)
346
Under-Floor Storage Compartment
347
Homelink® Wireless Control System (if Equipped)
348
Garage Door Opener Programming in the U.S.A
350
Programming Rolling-Code-Protected Garage Door Openers in the U.S.A
351
Programming for Entrance Gates and Garage Door Openers in Canada
353
Programming Other Devices
354
Operating the Homelink® Wireless Control System
354
Reprogramming a Single Homelink® Button
354
Erasing Homelink® Button Memory
354
In Case a Problem Occurs
355
Starting and Operating
356
Fuel
357
Fuel Requirements
357
Fuel Filler Lid and Cap
359
State Emission Testing (U.S. Only)
363
Starting the Engine
365
Manual Transmission Vehicle
365
Automatic Transmission Vehicle
366
Preparing to Drive
365
Stopping the Engine
367
Manual Transmission
368
Shifting Speeds
369
Driving Tips
370
Automatic Transmission - 4 Speed
371
Selector Lever
372
Selector Lever Reverse Inhibiting Function
374
Selection of Manual Mode
375
Maximum Speeds
376
Driving Tips
378
SPORT Mode
378
Shift Lock Release
379
Automatic Transmission - 5 Speed
380
Selector Lever
381
Selector Lever Reverse Inhibiting Function
383
Selection of Manual Mode
385
Maximum Speeds
387
Driving Tips
388
SPORT Mode
389
Shift Lock Release
390
Power Steering
391
Rear Viscous Limited Slip Differential (LSD) (if Equipped)
391
Braking
392
Braking Tips
392
Brake System
392
Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators
393
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)
393
ABS System Self-Check
394
ABS Warning Light
394
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System
396
Steps to Take if EBD System Fails
396
Vehicle Dynamics Control System (if Equipped)
398
Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor
400
Vehicle Dynamics Control off Switch
403
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
404
Parking Your Vehicle
406
Cruise Control
408
To Set Cruise Control
408
To Temporarily Cancel the Cruise Control
410
To Turn off the Cruise Control
411
To Change the Cruising Speed
411
Cruise Control Indicator Light
412
Cruise Control Set Indicator Light
413
Driving Tips
414
Driving Tips
415
New Vehicle Break-In Driving
415
The First 1,000 Miles (1,600 Km)
415
Fuel Economy Hints
415
Engine Exhaust Gas (Carbon Monoxide)
416
Catalytic Converter
417
Periodic Inspections
419
Driving in Foreign Countries
420
Driving Tips for AWD Vehicles
420
Off Road Driving
422
Winter Driving
425
Operation During Cold Weather
425
Driving on Snowy and Icy Roads
426
Corrosion Protection
427
Snow Tires
428
Tire Chains
430
Rocking the Vehicle
430
Loading Your Vehicle
431
Vehicle Capacity Weight
432
GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating)
433
Roof Rail and Crossbar (if Equipped)
434
Trailer Hitch (if Equipped)
440
Connecting a Trailer
440
When You Do Not Tow a Trailer
443
Trailer Towing
444
Warranties and Maintenance
444
Maximum Load Limits
444
Trailer Hitches
450
Connecting a Trailer
451
In Case of Emergency
456
If You Park Your Vehicle in an Emergency
457
In Case of Emergency
457
Temporary Spare Tire
458
Flat Tires
460
Changing a Flat Tire
460
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
471
Jump Starting
472
How to Jump Start
473
Engine Overheating
475
If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
475
If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
475
Towing
476
Towing and Tie-Down Hooks
477
Using a Flat-Bed Truck
482
Towing with All Wheels on the Ground
483
Rear Gate - if the Rear Gate Cannot be Unlocked
484
Moonroof - if the Moonroof Cannot be Closed
485
Maintenance Tools
488
Jack
488
Jack Handle
489
Other Maintenance Tools
490
Appearance Care
492
Appearance Care
493
Exterior Care
493
Washing
493
Waxing and Polishing
494
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
495
Corrosion Protection
495
Most Common Causes of Corrosion
495
To Help Prevent Corrosion
496
Cleaning the Interior
497
Seat Fabric
497
Leather Seat Materials
497
Synthetic Leather Upholstery
497
Climate Control Panel, Audio Panel
498
Maintenance and Service
500
Maintenance Precautions
502
Before Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment
503
When You Do Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment While the Engine Is Running
504
Maintenance Schedule
502
Engine Hood
504
Engine Compartment Overview
507
Liter Non-Turbo Models
507
Liter Non-Turbo California-Spec. Models
508
Liter Turbo Models
509
Liter Models
510
Engine Oil
511
Checking the Oil Level
511
Changing the Oil and Oil Filter
512
Recommended Grade and Viscosity
515
Recommended Grade and Viscosity under Severe Driving Conditions
516
Cooling System
517
Hose and Connections
518
Engine Coolant
518
Air Cleaner Element
523
Replacing the Air Cleaner Element
523
Turbo Models
525
Spark Plugs
528
Recommended Spark Plugs
528
Drive Belts
529
Liter Models
529
Manual Transmission Oil
530
Checking the Oil Level
530
Recommended Grade and Viscosity
531
Automatic Transmission Fluid
532
Checking the Fluid Level
532
Recommended Fluid
534
Front Differential Gear Oil (at Vehicles)
534
Checking the Oil Level
534
Recommended Grade and Viscosity
535
Rear Differential Gear Oil
536
Checking the Gear Oil Level
536
Recommended Grade and Viscosity
539
Power Steering Fluid
540
Checking the Fluid Level
540
Recommended Fluid
541
Brake Fluid
541
Checking the Fluid Level
541
Recommended Brake Fluid
542
Clutch Fluid (MT Vehicles)
542
Checking the Fluid Level
542
Recommended Clutch Fluid
543
Brake Booster
543
Brake Pedal
544
Checking the Brake Pedal Free Play
544
Checking the Brake Pedal Reserve Distance
544
Clutch Pedal (Manual Transmission Vehicles)
545
Checking the Clutch Function
545
Checking the Clutch Pedal Free Play
545
Replacement of Brake Pad and Lining
546
Breaking-In of New Brake Pads and Linings
546
Parking Brake Stroke
547
Tires and Wheels
548
Types of Tires
548
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
548
Tire Inspection
550
Tire Pressures and Wear
551
Wheel Balance
553
Wear Indicators
554
Tire Rotation
554
Tire Replacement
555
Wheel Replacement
556
Aluminum Wheels
556
Windshield Washer Fluid
557
Replacement of Wiper Blades
559
Windshield Wiper Blades Assembly
559
Windshield Wiper Blade Rubber
560
Rear Window Wiper Blade Assembly
562
Rear Window Wiper Blade Rubber
563
Battery
566
Fuses
567
Main Fuse
570
Installation of Accessories
571
Replacing Bulbs
572
Headlight
573
Parking Light
575
Front Turn Signal Light
575
Front Fog Light (if Equipped)
575
Rear Combination Lights
575
Backup Light (Station Wagon)
578
License Plate Light
579
Dome Light
581
Map Light
582
Door Step Light
583
Cargo Area Light
584
High Mount Stop Light
585
Trunk Light
585
Specifications
586
Engine
588
Electrical System
588
Capacities
589
Tires
590
Wheel Alignment
590
Fuses and Circuits
591
Fuse Panel Located in the Passenger Compartment
591
Fuse Panel Located in the Engine Compartment
593
Bulb Chart
595
Vehicle Identification
596
Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
598
Tire Information
599
Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
599
Tire Labeling
599
Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure
603
Glossary of Tire Terminology
605
Tire Care - Maintenance and Safety Practices
606
Vehicle Load Limit - How to Determine
607
Determining Compatibility of Tire and Vehicle Load Capacities
611
Adverse Safety Consequences of Overloading on Handling and Stopping and on Tires
612
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
612
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards
613
Treadwear
613
Traction AA, A, B, C
613
Temperature A, B, C
614
Reporting Safety Defects (USA)
615
Index
616
Fuel Octane Rating
627
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Model
2005 Legacy
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Language
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