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band
radio
or
other
transmitting
device
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vehicle.
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electronic
control
system
to
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rectl
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
11
Seat, Seatbelt and SRS Airbags
3
Safety Warnings
4
Vehicle Symbols
5
Child Safety
7
Drinking and Driving
8
Driving with Pets
9
Tire Pressures
10
California Proposition 65
10
Table of Contents
11
Warning and Indicator Lights
24
Tire Changing Tools
26
Table of Contents
29
Front Seats
30
Fore and Aft Adjustment
31
Reclining the Seatback
31
Active Head Restraint (if Equipped)
32
Head Restraint Adjustment (if Equipped)
32
Seat Cushion Height Adjustment (Driver's Seat)
32
Seat Heater (Except WRX STI) (if Equipped)
33
Rear Seats
34
Armrest (if Equipped)
35
Head Restraint Adjustment
35
Folding down the Rear Seatback
37
Seat Heater (WRX STI) (if Equipped)
34
Seatbelts
38
Seatbelt Safety Tips
38
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)
39
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR)
39
Seatbelt Warning Light and Chime
40
Fastening the Seatbelt
41
Seatbelt Maintenance
48
Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
48
System Monitors
49
System Servicing
50
Precautions against Vehicle Modification
51
Child Restraint Systems
51
Where to Place a Child Restraint System
52
Choosing a Child Restraint System
54
Installing Child Restraint Systems with A/ELR Seatbelt
54
Installing a Booster Seat
57
Installation of Child Restraint Systems by Use of Lower and Tether Anchorages (LATCH)
58
Top Tether Anchorages
61
SRS Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
64
Vehicle with SRS Airbags and Lap/Shoulder Restraints for Driver, Front Passenger, and Window-Side Rear Passengers
64
SUBARU Advanced Frontal Airbag System
68
SRS Side Airbag and SRS Curtain Airbag
80
Seat, Seatbelt and SRS Airbags
86
SRS Airbag System Monitors
86
Precautions against Vehicle Modification
88
SRS Airbag System Servicing
88
Keys and Doors
91
Keys
92
Immobilizer
92
Security ID Plate
93
Security Indicator Light
93
Key Replacement
94
Key Number Plate
92
Door Locks
94
Locking and Unlocking from the Outside
94
Locking and Unlocking from the Inside
95
Battery Drainage Prevention Function
95
Power Door Locking Switches
96
Remote Keyless Entry System
97
Locking the Doors
98
Unlocking the Doors
98
Unlocking the Trunk Lid/Rear Gate
99
Illuminated Entry
99
Vehicle Finder Function
99
Sounding a Panic Alarm
99
Selecting Audible Signal Operation
99
Replacing the Battery
100
Replacing Lost Transmitters
100
Alarm System
104
System Operation
104
Activating and Deactivating the Alarm System
104
If You Have Accidentally Triggered the Alarm System
104
Arming the System
105
Disarming the System
106
Valet Mode
107
Passive Arming
107
Tripped Sensor Identification
108
Shock Sensors (Dealer Option)
108
Windows
109
Power Windows
109
Child Safety Locks
109
Trunk Lid (4-Door)
111
To Open and Close the Trunk Lid from Outside
112
To Open the Trunk Lid from Inside
112
To Lock and Unlock the Trunk Lid Release Lever
112
Internal Trunk Lid Release Handle
112
Rear Gate (5-Door)
114
Instruments and Controls
117
Ignition Switch
119
Lock
119
Acc
120
Start
120
Hazard Warning Flasher
121
Ignition Switch Light
121
Key Reminder Chime
121
Meters and Gauges (Turbo Models)
121
Combination Meter Illumination
121
Canceling the Function for Meter/Gauge Needle
122
Speedometer
122
Odometer/Trip Meter
122
Tachometer
123
Fuel Gauge
124
Temperature Gauge
125
REV Indicator Light and Buzzer (WRX STI)
125
Setting the Alarm-Level Engine Speed
126
Deactivating the REV Alarm System
127
Meters and Gauges (Non-Turbo Models)
127
Combination Meter Illumination
127
Canceling the Function for Meter/Gauge Needle
127
Speedometer
128
Odometer/Trip Meter
128
Tachometer
129
Fuel Gauge
129
Warning and Indicator Lights
130
Seatbelt Warning Light and Chime
131
Front Passenger's Frontal Airbag on and off Indicators
133
SRS Airbag System Warning Light
133
CHECK ENGINE Warning Light/Malfunction Indicator Lamp
134
Charge Warning Light
135
Oil Pressure Warning Light
135
AT OIL TEMP Warning Light (at Vehicles)
136
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light
136
Models)
136
Rear Differential Oil Temperature Warning Light (WRX STI)
136
ABS Warning Light
138
Brake System Warning Light
139
Low Fuel Warning Light
139
All-Wheel Drive Warning Light (at Vehicles)
140
Door Open Warning Light
140
Hill Start Assist Warning Light (if Equipped)
140
Vehicle Dynamics Control Operation Indicator Light (if Equipped)
140
Vehicle Dynamics Control Warning Light
141
Security Indicator Light
142
SI-DRIVE Indicator Light (WRX STI)
143
Selector Lever and Gear Position Indicator (at Models) (if Equipped)
143
Shift-Up Indicator Light (WRX STI)
143
Cruise Control Indicator Light
144
Cruise Control Set Indicator Light
144
Front Fog Light Indicator Light (if Equipped)
144
Headlight Indicator Light (if Equipped)
144
High Beam Indicator Light
144
Light (WRX STI)
144
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
144
Driver's Control Center Differential Indicator and Warning Lights (WRX STI)
145
REV Indicator Light (WRX STI)
145
SPORT Mode Indicator Light (at Vehicles)
143
Information Display
146
Outside Temperature Indicator
147
Average Fuel Consumption
147
Clock
146
Light Control Switch
148
Headlights
149
High/Low Beam Change (Dimmer)
149
Headlight Flasher
149
Daytime Running Light System
150
Turn Signal Lever
150
Headlight Beam Leveler (WRX STI)
151
Front Fog Light Switch (if Equipped)
151
Wiper and Washer
152
Windshield Wiper and Washer Switches
153
Rear Window Wiper and Washer Switch - 5-Door
155
Climate Control
155
Rear Window Defogger Button
155
Windshield Wiper Deicer (if Equipped)
157
Mirrors
158
Inside Mirror
158
Outside Mirrors
159
Tilt Steering Wheel (if Equipped)
161
Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel (if Equipped)
161
Horn
162
Climate Control
163
Ventilator
164
Air Flow Selection
164
Climate Control
164
Center and Side Ventilators
165
Manual Climate Control System (if Equipped)
165
Control Panel
165
Heater Operation
167
Air Conditioner Operation
169
Automatic Climate Control System (if Equipped)
170
Control Panel
170
To Use as Full-Automatic Climate Control System
170
To Use as Semi-Automatic Climate Control System
171
Fan Speed Control Dial
171
Temperature Control Dial
171
Air Flow Control Dial
172
Air Inlet Selection Button
172
Air Conditioner Button
173
Temperature Sensors
173
Operating Tips for Heater and Air Conditioner
174
Cleaning Ventilation Grille
174
Efficient Cooling after Parking in Direct Sunlight
174
Lubrication Oil Circulation in the Refrigerant Circuit
174
Checking Air Conditioning System before Summer
174
Cooling and Dehumidifying in High Humidity and Low Temperature Weather Conditions
174
Air Conditioner Compressor Shut-Off When Engine Is Heavily Loaded
175
Refrigerant for Your Climate Control System
175
Air Filtration System (if Equipped)
175
Replacing an Air Filter
175
Audio
179
XM TM Satellite Radio Reception (if Equipped)
180
Antenna System
180
FM Reception
180
Roof Antenna
180
Installation of Accessories
182
Audio Set
183
Type a Audio Set (if Equipped)
183
Type B Audio Set (if Equipped)
184
Power and Sound Controls
185
Power Switch and Volume Control
185
Sound Control
185
Adjustable Level of each Mode
187
FM/AM Radio Operation
188
FM/AM Selection
188
Tuning
188
Displaying Radio PS (Program Service Name) and RT (Radio Text)
190
Station Preset
190
Satellite Radio Operation (if Equipped)
191
XM TM Satellite Radio
191
Sirius Satellite Radio
191
Satellite Radio Reception
191
Displaying Satellite Radio ID of Tuner
191
Band Selection
192
Channel and Category Selection
192
Channel Preset
193
Display Selection
194
CD Player Operation
194
How to Insert a CD (Type A)
195
How to Insert a CD(S) (Type B)
195
How to Play Back a CD
196
To Select a Track from Its Beginning
197
Fast-Forwarding and Fast-Reversing
198
Repeating
198
Random Playback
199
Scan
200
Display Selection
200
Folder Selection
201
How to Eject a CD from the Player (Type A)
201
How to Eject Cds from the Player (Type B)
201
When the Following Messages Are Displayed
202
AUX Unit Operation
203
AUX Jack
203
AUX Inputs Selection Button
203
Audio Control Buttons (if Equipped)
204
MODE Button
204
Precautions to Observe When Handling a Compact Disc
205
Interior Equipment
209
Interior Lights
210
Cargo Area Light (5-Door Models)
210
Dome Light
210
Sun Visors
211
Vanity Mirror (if Equipped)
211
Map Light (if Equipped)
211
Storage Compartment
212
Glove Box
212
Center Console
212
Coin Tray (if Equipped)
212
Cup Holders
213
Front Passenger's Cup Holder
213
Rear Passenger's Cup Holder (if Equipped)
214
Bottle Holders
214
Accessory Power Outlets
215
Use with a Cigarette Lighter (Canada Only, if Equipped)
216
Ashtray (if Equipped)
217
Cargo Area Cover (5-Door - if Equipped)
218
Using the Cover
218
To Remove the Cover
219
To Install the Cover Housing
219
Floor Mat (if Equipped)
218
5-Door Models Only
218
Shopping Bag Hook
218
Shopping Bag Hook
218
Cargo Tie-Down Hooks (5-Door - if Equipped)
220
Under-Floor Storage Compartment (if Equipped)
220
Starting and Operating
223
Fuel
225
Fuel Requirements
225
Fuel Filler Lid and Cap
227
State Emission Testing (U.S. Only)
229
Preparing to Drive
230
Starting the Engine
231
Manual Transmission Vehicle
231
Automatic Transmission Vehicle
231
Stopping the Engine
232
Remote Engine Start System (Dealer Option)
233
Starting Your Vehicle
233
Remote Start Safety Features
233
Entering the Vehicle While It Is Running Via Remote Start
234
Entering the Vehicle Following Remote Engine Start Shutdown
234
Pre-Heating or Pre-Cooling the Interior of the Vehicle
234
Service Mode
234
System Maintenance
235
(Wrx Sti)
236
Selecting Reverse Gear
237
Shifting Speeds
237
Driving Tips
238
Manual Transmission - 5 Speeds (Except WRX STI)
238
Shifting Speeds
239
Driving Tips
240
Driver's Control Center Differential (DCCD) (WRX STI)
240
To Change Mode of Driver's Control Center Differential
241
Auto Mode
241
Manual Mode
242
Temporary Release
244
Automatic Transmission
245
Selector Lever
246
Selector Lever Reverse Inhibiting Function
247
Selection of Manual Mode
248
Maximum Speeds
249
Driving Tips
250
SPORT Mode
250
Shift Lock Release
251
Si-Drive (Wrx Sti)
252
Intelligent (I) Mode
252
Sport (S) Mode
252
Sport Sharp (S#) Mode
253
SI-DRIVE Selector
253
Braking
254
Braking Tips
254
Brake System
255
Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators
255
Power Steering
254
Limited Slip Differential (LSD) (WRX STI)
254
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)
256
ABS System Self-Check
256
ABS Warning Light
256
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System
257
Steps to Take if EBD System Fails
258
Vehicle Dynamics Control System (if Equipped)
259
Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor
260
Vehicle Dynamics Control Mode Switch (WRX STI)
263
Vehicle Dynamics Control off Switch (Except WRX STI)
264
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (U.S.-Spec. Models)
265
Parking Your Vehicle
266
Parking Brake
266
Parking Tips
267
Hill Start Assist System (Manual Transmission - if Equipped)
268
Hill Start Assist Warning Light
269
To Set Cruise Control
270
Cruise Control
270
To Temporarily Cancel the Cruise Control
271
To Turn off the Cruise Control
272
To Change the Cruising Speed
272
Cruise Control Indicator Light
273
Cruise Control Set Indicator Light
274
Driving Tips
275
Engine Exhaust Gas (Carbon Monoxide)
276
Fuel Economy Hints
276
New Vehicle Break-In Driving - the First 1,000 Miles (1,600 Km)
276
Catalytic Converter
277
Driving in Foreign Countries
278
Periodic Inspections
278
Driving Tips for AWD Vehicles
279
Off Road Driving
280
All AWD Models Except OUTBACK
280
Outback
280
Winter Driving
282
Operation During Cold Weather
282
Driving on Snowy and Icy Roads
283
Corrosion Protection
284
Snow Tires
284
Tire Chains
286
Rocking the Vehicle
286
Loading Your Vehicle
286
Vehicle Capacity Weight
287
GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating)
287
Roof Molding and Crossbar (if Equipped)
288
Trailer Towing
289
In Case of Emergency
291
If You Park Your Vehicle in Case of an
292
Temporary Spare Tire
292
Precautions for AWD Vehicles with Automatic Transmission
293
Flat Tires
294
Changing a Flat Tire
294
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (U.S.-Spec. Models)
299
Jump Starting
300
How to Jump Start
301
Engine Overheating
303
If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
303
If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
303
Towing
303
Towing and Tie-Down Hooks
304
Using a Flat-Bed Truck
307
Rear Gate - if the Rear Gate Cannot be Unlocked
308
Maintenance Tools
309
Jack Handle
309
Jack and Other Maintenance Tools
310
Appearance Care
311
Exterior Care
312
Washing
312
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
313
Waxing and Polishing
313
Corrosion Protection
314
Most Common Causes of Corrosion
314
To Help Prevent Corrosion
314
Cleaning the Interior
315
Climate Control Panel, Audio Panel, Instrument Panel, Console Panel, and Switches
315
Leather Seat Materials
315
Seat Fabric
315
Synthetic Leather Upholstery
315
Navigation Monitor (if Equipped)
316
Maintenance and Service
317
Maintenance Precautions
319
Before Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment
320
When You Do Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment While the Engine Is Running
320
Maintenance Schedule
319
Engine Hood
321
Engine Compartment Overview
322
Non-Turbo Models
322
Turbo Models Except WRX STI
323
Wrx Sti
324
Fuse Box (Page
322
Engine Oil
325
Checking the Oil Level
325
Changing the Oil and Oil Filter
326
Recommended Grade and Viscosity
328
Recommended Grade and Viscosity under Severe Driving Conditions
329
Synthetic Oil
329
Cooling System
329
Cooling Fan, Hose and Connections
330
Engine Coolant
330
Air Cleaner Element
333
Replacing the Air Cleaner Element
333
Spark Plugs
335
Recommended Spark Plugs
336
Drive Belts
336
Manual Transmission Oil
337
Checking the Oil Level
337
Recommended Grade and Viscosity
337
Automatic Transmission Fluid
338
Checking the Fluid Level
338
Recommended Fluid
339
Front Differential Gear Oil (at Vehicles)
339
Checking the Oil Level
339
Rear Differential Gear Oil
340
Checking the Gear Oil Level
340
Recommended Grade and Viscosity
341
Power Steering Fluid
342
Checking the Fluid Level
342
Recommended Fluid
343
Brake Fluid
343
Checking the Fluid Level
343
Recommended Brake Fluid
344
Clutch Fluid (MT Vehicles)
344
Brake Booster
345
Recommended Clutch Fluid
345
Specifications
346
Brake Pedal
346
Checking the Brake Pedal Free Play
346
Clutch Pedal (MT Vehicles)
346
Checking the Brake Pedal Reserve Distance
346
Checking the Clutch Function
346
Checking the Clutch Pedal Free Play
347
Hill Start Assist System (MT Vehicles - if Equipped)
347
Replacement of Brake Pad and Lining
347
Breaking-In of New Brake Pads and Linings
348
Parking Brake Stroke
348
Tires and Wheels
349
Types of Tires
349
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
349
Tire Inspection
350
Tire Pressures and Wear
351
Wheel Balance
353
Wear Indicators
353
Tire Rotation Direction Mark
353
Tire Rotation
354
Tire Replacement
354
Wheel Replacement
355
Aluminum Wheels
355
Windshield Washer Fluid
356
Replacement of Wiper Blades
357
Windshield Wiper Blade Assembly
357
Rear Window Wiper Blade Assembly
359
Rear Window Wiper Blade Rubber
359
Battery
361
Fuses
362
Installation of Accessories
363
Main Fuse
363
Replacing Bulbs
364
Headlights (WRX STI)
365
Headlight (Except WRX STI)
366
Front Turn Signal Light
368
Front Fog Light (if Equipped)
368
Rear Combination Lights
368
Back-Up Light (5-Door)
370
License Plate Light
370
Dome Light, Map Light and Cargo Area Light
371
Trunk Light
371
High Mount Stop Light
372
Other Bulbs
372
Specifications
373
Dimensions
374
Specifications
374
Electrical System
375
Engine
375
Capacities
376
Tires
377
Wheel Alignment
377
Fuses and Circuits
378
Fuse Panel Located in the Passenger Compartment
378
Fuse Panel Located in the Engine Compartment
380
Bulb Chart
381
Specifications
382
Vehicle Identification
382
Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
383
For U.S.A
384
Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
384
Index
384
Tire Information
384
Tire Labeling
384
Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure
387
Glossary of Tire Terminology
388
Tire Care - Maintenance and Safety Practices
389
Vehicle Load Limit - How to Determine
390
Adverse Safety Consequences of Overloading on Handling and Stopping and on Tires
393
Determining Compatibility of Tire and Vehicle Load Capacities
393
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
394
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards
395
Temperature A, B, C
395
Traction AA, A, B, C
395
Treadwear
395
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.)
396
Index
397
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Model
2008 IMPREZA
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Language
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