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FUJI HEA
VY INDUSTRIES L
TD.
TOKYO, JAP
AN
A2490BE-A
Issued May 2012
Printed in USA 05/12
2013A
MSA5M1304A
Owner Manual
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13
Legacy/Outback Owner Manual
2
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13
Legacy/Outback
Subaru of America, Inc., Subaru Plaza,
P
.O. Box 6000, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034-6000
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Table of Contents
Main Page
Table of Contents
14
Keys and Doors
4
Instruments and Controls
4
Specifications
5
Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
5
Seat, Seatbelt and SRS Airbags
4
Index
5
Vehicle Symbols
6
Seatbelt and SRS Airbag
7
Child Safety
8
Drinking and Driving
9
General Information
11
California Proposition 65
11
Tire Pressures
11
Driving with Pets
11
Event Data Recorder
12
Table of Contents
14
Table of Contents
30
Front Seats
31
Seat, Seatbelt and SRS Airbags
31
Manual Seat (if Equipped)
32
Power Seat (if Equipped)
33
Head Restraint Adjustment
37
Seat Heater (if Equipped)
37
Rear Seats
38
Reclining the Seatback (Outback)
39
Folding down the Rear Seatback
40
Head Restraint Adjustment
41
Armrest
43
Seatbelts
43
Seatbelt Safety Tips
43
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)
44
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR)
44
Seatbelt Warning Light and Chime
45
Fastening the Seatbelt
45
Seatbelt Maintenance
51
Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
52
System Monitors
53
System Servicing
53
Precautions against Vehicle Modification
54
Child Restraint Systems
54
Where to Place a Child Restraint System
55
Choosing a Child Restraint System
57
Installing Child Restraint Systems with A/ELR Seatbelt
57
Installing a Booster Seat
60
Installation of Child Restraint Systems by Use of Lower and Tether Anchorages (LATCH)
62
Top Tether Anchorages
64
SRS Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
67
General Precautions Regarding SRS Airbag System
68
Components
74
SUBARU Advanced Frontal Airbag System, SRS Side Airbag and SRS Curtain Airbag
77
System Operation
82
SRS Airbag System Monitors
94
SRS Airbag System Servicing
96
Precautions against Vehicle Modification
97
Keys and Doors
98
Default Chapter
99
Keys and Doors
99
Keys
100
Key Number Plate
100
Immobilizer
101
Certification for Immobilizer System
101
Key Replacement (Models Without "Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System")
102
Security ID Plate (Models Without "Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System")
102
Security Indicator Light
102
Door Locks
103
Locking and Unlocking from the Outside
103
Locking and Unlocking from the Inside
104
Battery Drainage Prevention Function
105
Power Door Locking Switches
105
Key Lock-In Prevention Function
106
Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System (Outback - if Equipped)
106
Certification for Keyless Access with Push-Button
107
Start System
107
Safety Precautions
108
Locking and Unlocking with "Keyless Access" Entry Function
110
Automatic Locking
113
Selecting Audible Signal Operation
114
Warning Chimes and Warning Light
114
Disabling Keyless Access Function
114
When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
115
Replacing Battery of Access Key
115
Replacing Access Key
115
Remote Keyless Entry System
116
Locking the Doors
117
Unlocking the Doors
117
Opening the Trunk Lid (Legacy)
117
Unlocking the Rear Gate (Outback)
118
Vehicle Finder Function
118
Sounding a Panic Alarm
118
Selecting Audible Signal Operation (Models Without "Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System")
118
Replacing the Battery
119
Replacing Lost Transmitters
119
Alarm System
122
System Alarm Operation
122
Activating and Deactivating the Alarm System
123
If You Have Accidentally Triggered the Alarm System
123
Arming the System
123
Arm System Using Keyless Access Function
125
Disarming the System
126
Valet Mode
126
Passive Arming (Models Without "Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System")
127
Tripped Sensor Identification
128
Shock Sensors (Dealer Option)
128
Child Safety Locks
128
Windows
129
Power Window Operation by Driver
129
Power Window Operation by Passengers
131
Initialization of Power Window
132
Trunk Lid (Legacy)
132
To Open and Close the Trunk Lid from Outside
132
To Open the Trunk Lid from Inside
132
Internal Trunk Lid Release Handle
133
Rear Gate (Outback)
135
Moonroof Switches
137
Sun Shade
138
Instruments and Controls
140
Ignition Switch (Models Without Push- Button Start System)
142
Lock
142
Acc
143
Start
143
Key Reminder Chime
143
Ignition Switch Light
143
Push-Button Ignition Switch (Models with Push-Button Start System)
144
Safety Precautions
144
Operating Range for Push-Button Start System
144
Switching Power
144
When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
145
Hazard Warning Flasher
146
Meters and Gauges
146
Canceling the Function for Meter/Gauge Needle Movement Upon Turning on the Ignition Switch
146
Combination Meter Illumination
146
Odometer
147
Speedometer
147
Double Trip Meter
148
Fuel Gauge
149
Tachometer
149
ECO Gauge
150
Temperature Gauge (Models with Type a Combination Meter)
150
Front Passenger S Seatbelt Warning Light
151
SRS Airbag System
151
Seatbelt Warning Light and Chime
152
SRS Airbag System Warning Light
154
Warning and Indicator Lights
151
Front Passenger's Frontal Airbag on and off Indicators
154
CHECK ENGINE Warning Light/Malfunction Indicator Light
155
Equipped)/Coolant Temperature High Warning
155
Light (if Equipped)
155
Charge Warning Light
156
Oil Pressure Warning Light
156
AT OIL TEMP Warning Light (at and CVT Models)
157
Engine Low Oil Level Warning Light
157
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light
157
Models)
157
ABS Warning Light
159
Brake System Warning Light
160
Door Open Indicator Light
162
Door Open Warning Light (Models with Type a Combination Meter)
162
Hill Holder Indicator Light
162
Low Fuel Warning Light
162
Windshield Washer Fluid Warning Light
162
All-Wheel Drive Warning Light (at and CVT Models)
163
Vehicle Dynamics Control Warning Light/Vehicle Dynamics Control Operation Indicator Light
163
Vehicle Dynamics Control off Indicator Light
164
Warning Chimes and Warning Light of the Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System (if Equipped)
164
Instruments and Controls
166
Security Indicator Light
169
Select Lever/Gear Position Indicator
169
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
170
High Beam Indicator Light
170
Cruise Control Indicator Light
171
Cruise Control Set Indicator Light
171
Headlight Indicator Light
171
Clock
171
Multi Function Display
172
Average Fuel Consumption
173
Outside Temperature Indicator
173
Current Fuel Consumption
174
Driving Range on Remaining Fuel
174
Multi Information Display (Models with Type a Combination Meter)
175
Basic Operation
176
Starting Screen
176
Welcome Screen
176
Basic Screens
177
Good-Bye Screen
177
Warning Screen
177
Menu Screens
178
Light Control Switch
180
Headlights
180
High/Low Beam Change (Dimmer)
181
Daytime Running Light System
182
Headlight Flasher
182
Turn Signal Lever
182
Illumination Brightness Control
183
Front Fog Light Switch (if Equipped)
183
Wiper and Washer
184
Windshield Wiper and Washer Switches
185
Rear Window Wiper and Washer Switch (Outback)
187
Defogger and Deicer
188
Mirrors
189
Type a Inside Mirror (if Equipped)
189
Type B Inside Mirror (if Equipped)
190
Auto-Dimming Mirror (if Equipped)
196
Auto-Dimming Mirror with Homelink (if Equipped)
197
Outside Mirrors
202
Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel
203
Horn
204
Climate Control
206
Ventilator Control
207
Center Ventilators
207
Climate Control
207
Rear Ventilators (if Equipped)
207
Side Ventilators
207
Climate Control Panel
208
Type a
208
Type B
209
Automatic Climate Control System (Type B)
210
Temperature Sensors
210
Manual Climate Control
211
Airflow Mode Selection
211
Temperature Control
212
Fan Speed Control
213
Air Conditioner Control
213
Air Inlet Selection
213
Defrosting
213
Operating Tips for Heater and Air Conditioner
214
Cleaning Ventilator Grille
214
Efficient Cooling after Parking in Direct Sunlight
214
Lubrication Oil Circulation in the Refrigerant Circuit
214
Checking Air Conditioning System before Summer Season
214
Cooling and Dehumidifying in High Humidity and Low Temperature Weather Condition
214
Air Conditioner Compressor Shut-Off When Engine Is Heavily Loaded
214
Refrigerant for Your Climate Control System
214
Air Filtration System
215
Replacing an Air Filter
215
Audio
218
Antenna System
220
FM Reception
220
Installation of Accessories
220
Printed Antenna
220
Audio Set
221
Type a Audio Set (if Equipped)
222
Type B Audio Set (if Equipped)
223
Power and Audio Controls
224
Power Switch and Volume Control
224
Sound Controls and Audio Settings
224
Adjustable Level of each Mode
226
FM/AM Radio Operation
227
FM Selection (Type a Audio)
227
AM Selection (Type a Audio)
227
FM/AM Selection (Type B Audio)
227
Tuning
227
RBDS Text Display
231
Station Preset
232
Satellite Radio Operation (if Equipped)
233
Only)
233
Satellite Radio Reception
233
Displaying Satellite Radio ID of Tuner
234
Band Selection
234
Channel and Category Selection
235
Channel Preset
235
When the Following Messages Are Displayed (Type B Audio)
236
CD Player Operation
236
Play File
237
How to Insert a CD
237
How to Play Back a CD
237
To Select a Track from the Beginning
238
Fast-Forwarding and Rewinding
238
Repeating
239
Random Playback
239
Scan
240
Display Selection (Type a Audio)
241
Folder Selection
241
When the Following Messages Are Displayed
242
Auxiliary Input Jack
242
Precautions to Observe When Handling a Compact Disc
243
USB Storage Device / Ipod Operations
245
Play File
245
Connectable USB Storage Device
245
Connectable Ipod Models
246
Connecting USB Storage Device / Ipod
246
How to Play Back
247
To Select a Track from the Beginning
248
To Select a Chapter from the Beginning When Connecting Ipod
248
Fast-Forwarding and Rewinding
248
Repeating
248
Random Playback
249
SCAN (Only When Connecting USB Storage Device)
249
Selecting Category
250
Display Selection (Type a Audio)
251
Folder Selection (Only When Connecting USB Storage Device)
251
Selection from List (Only When Connecting USB Storage Device) (Type B Audio)
252
Setting the Playing Speed (Only When the Audiobook Is Playing) (Type B Audio)
252
When the Following Messages Are Displayed
252
Audio Control Buttons
254
MODE Button
254
And " " Switch
255
Bluetooth Audio
256
Media Format
257
Setting Bluetooth Audio (Type a Audio)
257
Setting Bluetooth Audio (Type B Audio)
258
Bluetooth ® Audio Operation
261
Volume Control Switch
256
MUTE Button (if Equipped)
256
Hands-Free System
262
Tips for the Hands-Free System
262
Certification for the Hands-Free System
263
Safety Precautions
264
Using the Hands-Free System
265
Setting
279
Interior Equipment
284
Interior Equipment
285
Interior Light
285
Dome Light
285
Map Light
285
Cargo Area Light (Outback)
286
OFF Delay Timer
286
Sun Visors
287
Sun Visor Extension Plate
287
Vanity Mirror with Light
288
Storage Compartment
288
Center Console Box
289
Glove Box
289
Overhead Console (if Equipped)
291
Pocket (if Equipped)
291
Cup Holder
291
Front Passenger's Cup Holder
292
Rear Passenger's Cup Holder
292
Bottle Holders
292
Accessory Power Outlets
293
Ashtray (if Equipped)
295
Coat Hook
296
Shopping Bag Hook
296
Legacy
296
Outback
297
Floor Mat
297
Cargo Area Cover (Outback - if Equipped)
298
Stowage of the Cargo Area Cover
298
To Remove the Cover Housing
298
Using the Cover
298
To Install the Cover Housing
299
Convenient Tie-Down Hooks (Outback)
300
Under-Floor Storage Compartment
300
Rear View Camera (if Equipped)
301
Viewing Range on the Screen
303
Help Line
304
Starting and Operating
308
Fuel
310
Fuel Requirements
310
Fuel Filler Lid and Cap
311
State Emission Testing (U.S. Only)
314
Preparing to Drive
315
Starting and Stopping the Engine (Models Without Push-Button Ignition Switch)
316
Starting Engine
316
Stopping the Engine
318
Starting and Stopping Engine (Models with Push-Button Start System)
318
Safety Precautions
318
Operating Range for Push-Button Start System
318
Starting Engine
318
Stopping Engine
319
When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
320
Remote Engine Start System (Dealer Option)
320
Start System
321
Models Without "Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System
322
Entering the Vehicle While It Is Running Via Remote Start
324
Entering the Vehicle Following Remote Engine Start Shutdown
324
Pre-Heating or Pre-Cooling the Interior of the Vehicle
324
Service Mode (Models Without "Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System")
324
Remote Transmitter Program (Models Without "Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System")
325
System Maintenance
325
Manual Transmission
327
Selecting Reverse Gear
327
Shifting Speeds
327
Driving Tips
328
Automatic Transmission/Continuously Variable Transmission
329
Select Lever
330
Shift Lock Function
331
Selection of Manual Mode
332
Driving Tips
334
Power Steering
334
Braking
335
Braking Tips
335
Brake System
335
Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators
336
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)
336
ABS System Self-Check
336
ABS Warning Light
336
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System
337
Steps to Take if EBD System Malfunctions
337
Vehicle Dynamics Control System
338
Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor
339
Vehicle Dynamics Control off Switch
340
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
341
Parking Your Vehicle
342
Electronic Parking Brake
343
Parking Tips
346
Cruise Control
349
To Change the Cruising Speed
349
To Temporarily Cancel the Cruise Control
349
To Turn off the Cruise Control
349
Cruise Control Indicator Light
351
Cruise Control Set Indicator Light
351
Driving Tips
352
Engine Exhaust Gas (Carbon Monoxide)
353
Fuel Economy Hints
353
New Vehicle Break-In Driving - the First 1,000 Miles (1,600 Km)
353
Catalytic Converter
354
Driving in Foreign Countries
355
Periodic Inspections
355
Driving Tips for AWD Vehicles
356
Off Road Driving
357
Legacy
357
Outback
357
Winter Driving
359
Operation During Cold Weather
359
Driving on Snowy and Icy Roads
361
Corrosion Protection
362
Snow Tires
362
Tire Chains
362
Rocking the Vehicle
363
Loading Your Vehicle
363
Vehicle Capacity Weight
364
GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating)
364
Roof Rails with Integrated Crossbars (Outback)
365
Trailer Hitch (Outback - if Equipped)
369
Connecting a Trailer
369
When You Do Not Tow a Trailer
371
Trailer Towing
371
Warranties and Maintenance
371
Maximum Load Limits
371
Trailer Hitches
375
Connecting a Trailer
375
Trailer Towing Tips
377
In Case of Emergency
380
If You Park Your Vehicle in an Emergency
381
In Case of Emergency
381
Temporary Spare Tire
381
Maintenance Tools
382
Legacy
383
Outback
384
Flat Tires
385
Changing a Flat Tire
385
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
388
Jump Starting
389
How to Jump Start
390
Engine Overheating
392
If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
392
Towing
393
Towing and Tie-Down Hooks/Holes
393
Using a Flat-Bed Truck
395
Towing with All Wheels on the Ground
396
Electronic Parking Brake - if the Electronic Parking Brake Cannot be Released
396
Access Key - if Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
399
Locking and Unlocking
399
Switching Power
399
Starting Engine
400
Trunk Lid (Legacy) - if the Trunk Lid Cannot be Opened
400
Rear Gate (Outback) - if the Rear Gate Cannot be Unlocked
401
Appearance Care
402
Exterior Care
403
Washing
403
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
404
Waxing and Polishing
404
Corrosion Protection
405
Most Common Causes of Corrosion
405
To Help Prevent Corrosion
405
Cleaning the Interior
406
Leather Seat Materials
406
Seat Fabric
406
Synthetic Leather Upholstery
406
Climate Control Panel, Audio Panel, Instrument Panel, Console Panel, Switches, Combination Meter, and Other Plastic Surface
407
Monitor (if Equipped)
407
Table of Contents
408
Maintenance Precautions
410
Before Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment
411
When Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment (2.5 L Models)
411
When Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment While the Engine Is Running
412
Maintenance Schedule
410
Maintenance Tips
412
Removing Air Intake Duct
414
Pulling off the Fender Lining
414
Engine Hood
414
Engine Compartment Overview
416
L Models
416
L Models
417
Fuse Box (Page
416
Engine Oil
418
Checking the Oil Level
418
Changing the Oil and Oil Filter
420
Recommended Grade and Viscosity
422
Synthetic Oil
422
Cooling System
422
Cooling Fan, Hose and Connections
423
Engine Coolant
423
Air Cleaner Element
424
Replacing the Air Cleaner Element
424
Spark Plugs
425
Recommended Spark Plugs
425
Drive Belts
426
Manual Transmission Oil
426
Recommended Grade and Viscosity
426
Automatic Transmission Fluid
426
Checking the Fluid Level
426
Recommended Fluid
427
Front Differential Gear Oil (at and CVT Models)
428
Checking the Oil Level
428
Recommended Grade and Viscosity
429
Continuously Variable Transmission Fluid
428
Power Steering Fluid
429
Checking the Fluid Level
429
Recommended Fluid
430
Rear Differential Gear Oil
429
Brake Fluid
430
Checking the Fluid Level
430
Recommended Brake Fluid
431
Clutch Fluid (MT Models)
431
Checking the Fluid Level
431
Recommended Clutch Fluid
432
Brake Booster
432
Clutch Pedal (MT Models)
433
Checking the Clutch Function
433
Checking the Clutch Pedal Free Play
434
Brake Pedal
433
Checking the Brake Pedal Free Play
433
Checking the Brake Pedal Reserve Distance
433
Replacement of Brake Pad and Lining
434
Breaking-In of New Brake Pads and Linings
434
Tires and Wheels
435
Types of Tires
435
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
435
Tire Inspection
437
Tire Pressures and Wear
437
Wheel Balance
439
Wear Indicators
439
Tire Rotation Direction Mark
440
Tire Rotation
440
Tire Replacement
441
Wheel Replacement
441
Aluminum Wheels
442
Windshield Washer Fluid
442
Replacement of Wiper Blades
444
Windshield Wiper Blade Assembly
444
Windshield Wiper Blade Rubber
445
Rear Window Wiper Blade Assembly (Outback)
446
Rear Window Wiper Blade Rubber (Outback)
446
Battery
448
Fuses
449
Replacing Bulbs
450
Headlight
450
Front Turn Signal Light
452
Parking Light
453
Front Fog Light (if Equipped)
453
Rear Combination Lights
454
Tail/Backup Light (Outback)
456
License Plate Light
457
Dome Light
458
Map Light
459
Vanity Mirror Light
459
Door Step Light
460
Cargo Area Light (Outback)
460
Trunk Light (Legacy)
460
Other Bulbs
460
Installation of Accessories
450
Replacing Battery
461
Replacing Battery of Access Key
461
Maintenance and Service
462
Replacing Battery of Transmitter
463
Specifications
464
Specifications
465
Dimensions
465
Engine
466
Fuel
466
Engine Oil
467
Manual Transmission, Front Differential and Rear Differential Gear Oil
470
Engine Coolant
471
Fluids
471
Electrical System
472
Tires
472
Fuses and Circuits
473
Fuse Panel Located in the Passenger Compartment
473
Specifications
474
Fuse Panel Located in the Engine Compartment
475
Bulb Chart
477
Vehicle Identification
480
Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
482
Tire Information
483
Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
483
For U.S.A
483
Tire Labeling
483
Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure
485
Glossary of Tire Terminology
486
Vehicle Load Limit - How to Determine
491
Determining Compatibility of Tire and Vehicle Load Capacities
494
Adverse Safety Consequences of Overloading on Handling and Stopping and on Tires
494
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
494
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards
495
Treadwear
495
Traction AA, A, B, C
495
Temperature A, B, C
496
Reporting Safety Defects (USA)
496
Index
498
Charge Warning Light
500
Engine Low Oil Level
508
Windshield Washer Fluid
509
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