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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
11
Keys and Doors
3
Instruments and Controls
3
Audio
4
Interior Equipment
4
Starting and Operating
4
Driving Tips
4
Vehicle Symbols
5
Child Safety
7
Drinking and Driving
8
Driving with Pets
9
California Proposition 65
10
Tire Pressures
10
Table of Contents
11
Cargo Area
22
Seat, Seatbelt and SRS Airbags
3
Seat, Seatbelt and Srs Airbags
25
Front Seats
26
Power Seat
27
Memory Function (Driver's Seat - if Equipped)
28
Active Head Restraint
29
Head Restraint Adjustment
29
Rear Seats (5-Seater Models)/Second-Row
30
Lumbar Support
30
Seat Heater (if Equipped)
30
Seats (7-Seater Models)
30
Forward and Backward Adjustment
32
Reclining the Seatback
33
Folding down the Seatback
33
Head Restraint Adjustment
35
Armrest
36
Third-Row Seat (7-Seater Models)
37
Access to the Third-Row Seat
37
Folding down the Seatback
38
Head Restraint Adjustment
39
Seatbelts
40
Seatbelt Safety Tips
40
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)
41
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR)
41
Seatbelt Warning Light and Chime
42
Fastening the Seatbelt
43
Seatbelt Maintenance
51
Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
52
System Monitors
53
System Servicing
54
Precautions against Vehicle Modification
54
Child Restraint Systems
55
Where to Place a Child Restraint System
56
Choosing a Child Restraint System
57
Installing Child Restraint Systems with A/ELR Seatbelt
58
Installing a Booster Seat
61
Installation of Child Restraint Systems by Use of Lower and Tether Anchorages (LATCH)
62
Top Tether Anchorages
65
SRS Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
68
Your Vehicle's SRS Configuration
68
SUBARU Advanced Frontal Airbag System
72
SRS Side Airbag and SRS Curtain Airbag
82
Seat, Seatbelt and SRS Airbags
87
SRS Airbag System Monitors
93
Precautions against Vehicle Modification
94
SRS Airbag System Servicing
94
Keys and Doors
97
Keys
98
Key Number Plate
98
Keys and Doors
98
Immobilizer
99
Security ID Plate
99
Security Indicator Light
100
Key Replacement
100
Door Locks
100
Locking and Unlocking from the Outside
100
Locking and Unlocking from the Inside
101
Battery Drainage Prevention Function
102
Power Door Locking Switches
102
Key Lock-In Prevention Function
103
Remote Keyless Entry System
104
Locking the Doors
105
Unlocking the Doors
105
Unlocking the Rear Gate
105
Illuminated Entry
105
Vehicle Finder Function
106
Sounding a Panic Alarm
106
Selecting Audible Signal Operation
106
Replacing the Battery
106
Replacing Lost Transmitters
108
Alarm System
111
System Operation
111
Activating and Deactivating the Alarm System
111
If You Have Accidentally Triggered the Alarm System
112
Arming the System
112
Disarming the System
113
Valet Mode
113
Passive Arming
114
Tripped Sensor Identification
115
Shock Sensors (Dealer Option)
115
Child Safety Locks
115
Windows
116
Power Windows
116
Rear Gate
118
Moonroof (if Equipped)
120
Tilt Function
120
Sliding Function
121
Anti-Entrapment Function
121
Sun Shade
121
Instruments and Controls
123
Ignition Switch
125
Lock
125
Acc
126
Ignition Switch Light
126
Key Reminder Chime
126
Start
126
Hazard Warning Flasher
127
Meters and Gauges
127
Combination Meter Illumination
127
Canceling the Function for Meter Needle/Gauge Movement and Combination Meter Sequential Illumination Upon Turning on the Ignition Switch
127
Speedometer
128
Odometer
128
Double Trip Meter
129
Tachometer
129
Fuel Gauge
130
Driver's Seatbelt Warning
131
Charge Warning Light
131
Front Passenger's Seat Belt Warning Light
131
Oil Pressure Warning Light
131
SRS Airbag System
131
Temperature Gauge
131
Warning and Indicator Lights
131
Seatbelt Warning Light and Chime
132
Door Open Warning Light
132
Low Fuel Warning Light
132
All-Wheel Drive Warning
132
Vehicle Dynamics con Trol Warning Light/Traction
132
SRS Airbag System Warning Light
133
Front Passenger's Frontal Airbag on and off Indicators
134
CHECK ENGINE Warning Light/Malfunction Indicator Lamp
134
Charge Warning Light
135
Oil Pressure Warning Light
135
AT OIL TEMP Warning Light
135
Rear Differential Oil Temperature Warning Light
136
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light
136
ABS Warning Light
137
Brake System Warning Light
138
Low Fuel Warning Light
139
Door Open Warning Light
139
Windshield Washer Fluid Warning Light
140
All-Wheel Drive Warning Light
140
Vehicle Dynamics Control Operation Indicator Light
140
Vehicle Dynamics Control Warning Light/Traction Control System off Indicator Light
140
Security Indicator Light
141
SPORT Mode Indicator Light
142
Selector Lever/Gear Position Indicator
142
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
142
High Beam Indicator Light
142
Cruise Control Indicator Light
142
Cruise Control Set Indicator Light
143
Headlight Indicator Light
143
Front Fog Light Indicator Light
143
Clock
143
Outside Temperature Indicator
144
Low Outside Temperature Warning
144
Multi Function Display (Vehicles Without a Genuine SUBARU Navigation System)
145
Current Fuel Consumption
145
Average Fuel Consumption
146
Driving Range on Remaining Fuel
146
Journey Time
147
Instruments and Controls
148
Light Control Switch
148
Headlights
148
High/Low Beam Change (Dimmer)
149
Headlight Flasher
149
Daytime Running Light System
149
Illumination Brightness Control
150
Turn Signal Lever
150
Headlight Beam Leveler (if Equipped)
151
For 5-Seater Models
152
For 7-Seater Models
153
Parking Light Switch
154
Front Fog Light Switch
154
Wiper and Washer
155
Windshield Wiper and Washer Switches
156
Rear Window Wiper and Washer Switch
157
Windshield Wiper Deicer
158
Rear Window Defogger Button
159
Mirrors
160
Inside Mirror
160
Auto-Dimming Mirror/Compass (if Equipped)
160
Outside Mirrors
161
Tilt Steering Wheel
163
Horn
164
Climate Control
165
Ventilator
166
Air Flow
166
Climate Control
166
Ventilator
168
Automatic Climate Control System
169
Control Panel
169
Rear Air Conditioner (if Equipped)
172
Temperature Sensors
173
Air Conditioner Compressor Shut-Off When Engine Is Heavily Loaded
174
Checking Air Conditioning System before Summer Season
174
Cooling and Dehumidifying in High Humidity and Low Temperature Weather Conditions
174
Lubrication Oil Circulation in the Refrigerant Circuit
174
Operating Tips for Heater and Air Conditioner
174
Cleaning Ventilator Grille
174
Efficient Cooling after Parking in Direct Sunlight
174
Refrigerant for Your Climate Control System
174
Air Filtration System
175
Replacing the Air Filter
175
Audio
179
XM TM Satellite Radio Reception (if Equipped)
180
Antenna System
180
FM Reception
180
Printed Antenna
180
Audio Set
182
Type B Audio Set
182
Type a Audio Set
182
Installation of Accessories
182
Type a Audio Set (if Equipped)
183
Radio Operation
183
Compact Disc Player Operation
189
Type B Audio Set (if Equipped)
194
Radio Operation
194
Built in CD Changer Operation
200
Audio Control Buttons
205
MODE Button
205
Aux Unit Operation
207
Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System
207
Precautions to Observe When Handling a Compact Disc
208
Interior Equipment
211
Interior Equipment
212
Interior Light
212
Cargo Area Light
212
Dome Light
212
Automatic Ambient Light for Center Console Area (if Equipped)
213
Map Light
213
Rear Gate Light
213
Sun Visors
214
Sun Visor Extension Plate
214
Vanity Mirror with Light
214
Storage Compartment
215
Glove Box
215
Center Console Box
216
Overhead Console
217
Rear Console
217
Cup Holder
217
Front Passenger's Cup Holder
217
Rear Seat (5-Seater Models)/Second-Row Seat (7-Seater Models) Passenger's Cup Holder
218
Third-Row Seat Cup Holders (7-Seater Models)
218
Bottle Holders
219
Accessory Power Outlets
219
Coat Hook
221
Shopping Bag Hook
222
Floor Mat
222
Cargo Area Cover (if Equipped)
223
Using the Cover
223
To Install the Cover Housing
224
To Remove the Cover
224
Convenient Tie-Down Hooks
225
Under-Floor Storage Compartment
225
5-Seater Models
225
7-Seater Models
226
Homelink® Wireless Control System (if Equipped)
226
Garage Door Opener Programming in the U.S.A
227
Programming Rolling-Code-Protected Garage Door Openers in the U.S.A
228
Programming for Entrance Gates and Garage Door Openers in Canada
229
Erasing Homelink® Button Memory
230
In Case a Problem Occurs
230
Operating the Homelink® Wireless Control System
230
Programming Other Devices
230
Reprogramming a Single Homelink® Button
230
Rear View Camera (if Equipped)
231
How to Use the Rear View Camera
232
Position of Rear View Camera
232
Viewing Range on the Screen
232
Distance Marker (Help Line)
234
Starting and Operating
237
Cruise Control Indicator Light
237
Starting and Operating
238
Fuel
238
Fuel Requirements
238
Fuel Filler Lid and Cap
239
State Emission Testing (U.S. Only)
241
Preparing to Drive
243
Starting the Engine
243
Stopping the Engine
244
Remote Engine Start System (Dealer Option)
244
Entering the Vehicle Following Remote Engine Start Shutdown
245
Entering the Vehicle While It Is Running Via Remote Start
245
Remote Start Safety Features
245
Starting Your Vehicle
245
Pre-Heating or Pre-Cooling the Interior of the Vehicle
246
Remote Engine Start Transmitter Programming and Programmable Feature Option
246
Service Mode
246
System Maintenance
247
Automatic Transmission
248
Selector Lever
249
Selector Lever Reverse Inhibiting Function
250
Selection of Manual Mode
251
Driving Tips
252
Maximum Speeds
252
Shift Lock Release
253
SPORT Mode
253
Power Steering
254
Braking
254
Braking Tips
254
Brake System
255
Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators
255
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)
256
ABS System Self-Check
256
ABS Warning Light
257
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System
258
Steps to Take if EBD System Fails
258
Vehicle Dynamics Control System
259
Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor
261
Traction Control System off Switch
262
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
263
Parking Your Vehicle
265
Parking Brake
265
Parking Tips
265
Cruise Control
266
To Set Cruise Control
266
To Temporarily Cancel the Cruise Control
267
To Turn off the Cruise Control
267
To Change the Cruising Speed
268
Cruise Control Indicator Light
269
Cruise Control Set Indicator Light
269
Driving Tips
271
Driving Tips
272
New Vehicle Break-In Driving - the First 1,000 Miles (1,600 Km)
272
Fuel Economy Hints
272
Engine Exhaust Gas (Carbon Monoxide)
272
Catalytic Converter
273
Periodic Inspections
274
Driving in Foreign Countries
274
Driving Tips for AWD Vehicles
274
On-Pavement and off Road Driving
275
Winter Driving
277
Operation During Cold Weather
277
Driving on Snowy and Icy Roads
279
Corrosion Protection
280
Snow Tires
280
Tire Chains
281
Loading Your Vehicle
281
Rocking the Vehicle
281
GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating)
282
Vehicle Capacity Weight
282
Roof Rails and Crossbar (if Equipped)
283
Roof Molding and Crossbar (if Equipped)
286
Trailer Hitch (if Equipped)
288
Connecting a Trailer
288
When You Do Not Tow a Trailer
290
Trailer Towing
290
Maximum Load Limits
290
Warranties and Maintenance
290
Trailer Hitches
293
Connecting a Trailer
294
Trailer Towing Tips
296
In Case of Emergency
299
If You Park Your Vehicle in an Emergency
300
Removing the Spare Tire
301
Re-Storage of Spare Tire
302
Spare Tire
300
Temporary Spare Tire
303
Flat Tires
304
Changing a Flat Tire
304
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
309
Jump Starting
310
How to Jump Start
310
Engine Overheating
312
If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
312
If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
312
Towing
313
Towing and Tie-Down Hooks
313
Using a Flat-Bed Truck
315
Towing with All Wheels on the Ground
316
Rear Gate - if the Rear Gate Cannot be Unlocked
316
Maintenance Tools
317
Jack and Jack Handle
317
Appearance Care
319
Exterior Care
320
Washing
320
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
321
Waxing and Polishing
321
Corrosion Protection
322
Most Common Causes of Corrosion
322
To Help Prevent Corrosion
322
Cleaning the Interior
323
Climate Control Panel, Audio Panel, Instrument Panel, Console Panel, Switches, Combination Meter, and Other Plastic Surface
323
Leather Seat Materials
323
Seat Fabric
323
Synthetic Leather Upholstery
323
Navigation Monitor (if Equipped)
324
Maintenance and Service
325
Maintenance Precautions
327
Before Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment
328
When You Do Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment While the Engine Is Running
328
Maintenance Schedule
327
Engine Hood
328
Engine Compartment Overview
330
Fuse Box (Page
330
Engine Oil
331
Checking the Oil Level
331
Changing the Oil and Oil Filter
332
Recommended Grade and Viscosity
333
Recommended Grade and Viscosity under Severe Driving Conditions
334
Cooling System
335
Hose and Connections
335
Engine Coolant
335
Air Cleaner Element
338
Replacing the Air Cleaner Element
338
Automatic Transmission Fluid
339
Checking the Fluid Level
339
Recommended Fluid
340
Drive Belts
339
Spark Plugs
339
Recommended Spark Plugs
339
Front Differential Gear Oil
341
Checking the Oil Level
341
Recommended Grade and Viscosity
341
Rear Differential Gear Oil
342
Checking the Gear Oil Level
342
Recommended Grade and Viscosity
342
Power Steering Fluid
343
Checking the Fluid Level
343
Recommended Fluid
344
Brake Fluid
344
Checking the Fluid Level
344
Recommended Brake Fluid
345
Brake Booster
345
Brake Pedal
345
Checking the Brake Pedal Free Play
345
Checking the Brake Pedal Reserve Distance
346
Replacement of Brake Pad and Lining
346
Breaking-In of New Brake Pads and Linings
346
Parking Brake Stroke
347
Tires and Wheels
347
Types of Tires
347
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
348
Tire Inspection
349
Tire Pressures and Wear
349
Wheel Balance
351
Wear Indicators
352
Tire Rotation Direction Mark
352
Tire Rotation
352
Tire Replacement
353
Wheel Replacement
353
Aluminum Wheels
354
Chrome Plated Wheels (if Equipped)
355
Windshield Washer Fluid
356
Replacement of Wiper Blades
357
Windshield Wiper Blade Assembly
357
Windshield Wiper Blade Rubber
358
Rear Window Wiper Blade Assembly
359
Rear Window Wiper Blade Rubber
359
Battery
361
Fuses
362
Main Fuse
363
Installation of Accessories
364
Replacing Bulbs
365
Headlights (Vehicles with HID Headlights)
366
Headlights (Vehicles Without HID Headlights)
367
Parking Light (Right-Hand Side)
368
Front Fog Light
369
Front Turn Signal Light (Right-Hand Side)
369
Rear Combination Lights
370
Back-Up Light/Tail Light
371
License Plate Light
371
Rear Gate Light
371
Dome Light
372
Map Light
373
Vanity Mirror Light
373
Cargo Area Light
374
Door Step Light
374
Specifications
375
Specifications
377
Engine
377
Electrical System
377
Capacities
377
Tires
377
Wheel Alignment
378
Fuses and Circuits
379
Fuse Panel Located in the Passenger Compartment
379
Fuse Panel Located in the Engine Compartment
381
Bulb Chart
382
Vehicle Identification
383
Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
385
For U.S.A
386
Tire Information
386
Tire Labeling
386
Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure
389
Glossary of Tire Terminology
390
Tire Care - Maintenance and Safety Practices
391
Vehicle Load Limit - How to Determine
392
Determining Compatibility of Tire and Vehicle Load Capacities
395
Adverse Safety Consequences of Overloading on Handling and Stopping and on Tires
395
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
395
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards
396
Treadwear
396
Traction AA, A, B, C
396
Temperature A, B, C
397
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.)
398
Index
399
Windshield Washer Fluid
408
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Model
2009 Tribeca
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Language
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