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Subaru Ascent 2023 User Manual

Subaru Ascent 2023
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北米Model "A3240BE-A" EDITED: 2022/ 3/ 14
Foreword
Foreword
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Congratulations on choosing a SUBARU vehicle. This Owner’s
Manual has all the information necessary to keep your SUBARU in
excellent condition and to properly maintain the emission control
system for minimizing emission pollutants. We urge you to read this
manual carefully so that you may understand your vehicle and its
operation. For information not found in this Owners Manual, such
as details concerning repairs or adjustments, please contact the
SUBARU dealer from whom you purchased your SUBARU or the
nearest SUBARU dealer.
The information, specifications and illustrations found in this
manual are those in effect at the time of printing. SUBARU
CORPORATION reserves the right to change specifications and
designs at any time without prior notice and without incurring any
obligation to make the same or similar changes on vehicles
previously sold. This Owners Manual applies to all models and
covers all equipment, including factory installed options. Some
explanations, therefore may be for equipment not installed in your
vehicle.
Please leave this manual in the vehicle at the time of resale. The next
owner will need the information found herein.
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Subaru Ascent 2023 Specifications

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BrandSubaru
ModelAscent 2023
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Warranties

Warranties for U.S.A.

Details of warranties provided with SUBARU vehicles distributed by Subaru of America, Inc. in the United States.

Warranties for Canada

Details of warranties provided with SUBARU vehicles distributed by Subaru Canada, Inc. in Canada.

How to use this Owner’s Manual

Chapter 1: Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags

Information on using seats, seatbelts, and SRS airbags, including safety precautions.

Safety warnings

Safety precautions when driving

Seatbelt and SRS airbag

Precautions for using seatbelts and SRS airbags correctly to ensure safety.

Child safety

Engine exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)

Drinking and driving

Drugs and driving

Driving when tired or sleepy

Use of cell phones/texting and driving

On-road and off-road driving

Event data recorder

Instrument panel

Steering wheel

Warning and indicator lights

Function settings

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags

1-1. Seats

Information and safety tips for adjusting seats.

1-4. Seatbelts

Safety tips for using seatbelts correctly.

1-5. Seatbelt pretensioners

Details on seatbelt pretensioners, their activation, and precautions.

1-7. Child restraint systems

Safety precautions and recommendations for installing child restraint systems.

1-8. SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag)

General precautions and system overview for SRS airbags.

Keys and doors

2-2. Keyless access with push-button start system (if equipped)

Functions and precautions for the keyless access system.

Safety precautions

Precautions for using the keyless access system, especially concerning medical equipment.

2-5. Door locks

Methods for locking and unlocking doors from inside and outside.

2-6. Alarm system

Information on alarm system operation, arming, disarming, and settings.

2-8. Windows

Precautions and operation of power windows, including anti-entrapment and off-delay functions.

2-9. Rear gate

Operation of manual and power rear gates, including opening and closing.

Instruments and controls

3-2. Push-button ignition switch (models with “keyless access with push-button start system”)

Safety precautions and operating range for the push-button start system.

3-4. Meters and gauges

Explanation of various meters and gauges on the combination meter.

3-6. Warning and indicator lights

Overview and initial illumination of warning and indicator lights.

Seatbelt warning light and chime

Driver’s and front passenger’s seats

Reminders to fasten seatbelts by illuminating lights and sounding a chime.

Operation

How the seatbelt warning system operates based on vehicle speed.

Front passenger’s frontal airbag ON and OFF indicator lights

CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator light

Charge warning light

Oil pressure warning light

Engine low oil level warning light

AT OIL TEMP warning light

Rear differential oil temperature warning light (if equipped)

Low tire pressure warning light (U.S.-spec. models)

ABS warning light

Brake system warning light

Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system warning

Electronic parking brake indicator light

Electronic parking brake system warning

Warning when the electronic parking brake system may be malfunctioning.

Auto Vehicle Hold indicator light

Low fuel warning light

All-Wheel Drive warning light

Power steering warning light

Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light/Vehicle Dynamics Control operation indicator light

Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator light

Warning chimes and warning indicator of the keyless access with push-button start system (if equipped)

Access key warning indicator

How the keyless access system sounds warnings to prevent theft.

Select lever/gear position indicator

High beam assist indicator light

Automatic headlight beam leveler warning light

WARNING

Warning to have vehicle inspected if automatic headlight beam leveler malfunctions.

Steering Responsive Headlight warning light

X-MODE indicator

Hill descent control indicator

BSD/RCTA warning indicator (if equipped)

RAB warning indicator (if equipped)

Driver Monitoring System operation indicator light (green) (if equipped)

Combination meter display (color LCD)

3-8. Center information display (CID)

Display

X-MODE screen

Auto Vehicle Hold icon

Vehicle Dynamics Control icon

Vehicle Control

Driving Assistance

Pre-Collision Braking

Settings for Pre-Collision Braking (ON/Setting OFF).

Lane Departure

Settings for Lane Departure (All Functions/Prevention Function Only/Warning Buzzer Only/OFF).

BSD/RCTA*1

Settings for Blind Spot Detection/Rear Cross Traffic Alert (ON/OFF).

Driver Monitoring System*1

Settings for Driver Monitoring System (ON/OFF).

Driver Monitoring System*1

Driver Monitoring System

Settings for the Driver Monitoring System (ON/OFF).

Keyless Entry System

Center information display (CID)

How to set items on the screen

Driver Monitoring System (if equipped)

Driver Monitoring System

Changing Driver Monitoring System settings.

User recognition function

Driver position personalization

Retrieving registered seat position and outside mirror angle.

Inattentive/drowsy driving warning

Inattentive driving warning

System warns driver of inattention with buzzer and display.

Drowsy driving warning

Driver Monitoring System indicator/warning

Driving tips

8-1. New vehicle break-in driving – the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km)

Instructions for break-in driving to ensure vehicle performance and longevity.

8-3. Engine exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)

Safety warnings regarding engine exhaust gas and carbon monoxide.

8-7. Driving tips for AWD models

Specific driving tips for All-Wheel Drive models, including safety and tire recommendations.

8-9. Winter driving

Tips for operating the vehicle during cold weather, including precautions.

Driving on snowy and icy roads

Corrosion protection

Cleaning the interior

Maintenance and service

11-1. Maintenance schedule

Overview of scheduled maintenance items for U.S., Canada, and other models.

11-2. Maintenance precautions

General precautions and recommendations for vehicle maintenance and service.

Engine hood

Engine oil

Checking the oil level

Procedure for checking engine oil level.

Changing the oil and oil filter

Cooling system

Safety precautions

Safety warnings related to the cooling system.

Engine coolant

Information on engine coolant, including checking the level and changing it.

Air cleaner element

Replacing the air cleaner element

Procedure for replacing the air cleaner element.

Spark plugs

Front differential gear oil and rear differential gear oil

Brake fluid

Checking the fluid level

Precautions and procedure for checking brake fluid level.

Brake pedal

Replacement of brake pad

Tires and wheels

Tire pressures and wear

Wheel balance

Wear indicators

Tire rotation

Tire replacement

WARNING

Warning about replacing tires with non-specified sizes or mixing tire types.

Alloy wheels

WARNING

Warning about using wheels not meeting specifications.

Adding the windshield washer fluid

Windshield washer fluid

Replacement of wiper blades

CAUTION

Caution against cleaning wiper blades with gasoline or solvents.

Windshield wiper blade assembly

CAUTION

Caution when holding wiper blade during replacement.

Window wiper blade rubber

Battery

Fuses

CAUTION

Caution against replacing fuses with incorrect ratings.

Installation of accessories

Replacing bulbs

Headlights

Front turn signal light

Map light

Vanity mirror light

Door step light

Reading light

Replacing key battery

Replacing transmitter battery

Specifications

Engine

Engine model, type, displacement, bore, stroke, compression ratio, and firing order.

Fuel

Fuel requirements and tank capacity.

Engine oil

Information on engine oil checking, adding, and replacing procedures.

Temporary spare tires

Specifications for temporary spare tires, including size and inflation pressure.

Tire information

Vehicle load limit – how to determine

Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit

Steps to determine the correct load limit for the vehicle.

Uniform tire quality grading standards

Reporting safety defects (U.S.A.)

How to contact Transport Canada in order to report a safety concern relating to the vehicle (Canada)

Starting and operating

7-1. Fuel

Information on fuel requirements and tank capacity.

7-3. Preparing to drive

Daily checks and adjustments before starting to drive.

7-5. Starting and stopping engine (models with push-button start system)

Procedures for starting and stopping the engine using push-button ignition.

7-6. Remote engine start system (dealer option)

Information on the remote engine start system, including operation and safety.

7-7. Continuously variable transmission

Features and operation of the continuously variable transmission.

7-9. Braking

Braking tips, including when brakes get wet and use of engine braking.

7-10. ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)

Information on the ABS system, self-check, and warning light.

7-11. Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system

Explanation of the EBD system and actions for malfunctions.

7-12. Vehicle Dynamics Control system

Information on the Vehicle Dynamics Control system and its operation.

7-13. X-MODE

Information on X-MODE system, its functions, and activation/deactivation.

7-14. Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (U.S.-spec. models)

Information on the TPMS, its warnings, and self-registration.

7-15. Parking your vehicle

Procedures and tips for parking the vehicle, including electronic parking brake and auto vehicle hold.

7-16. Hill start assist system

Information on the Hill start assist system and its operation.

7-17. BSD/RCTA (if equipped)

Features and operation of Blind Spot Detection and Rear Cross Traffic Alert systems.

7-18. Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) system (if equipped)

Information on the Reverse Automatic Braking system, its operation, and limitations.

7-19. Driver Monitoring System (if equipped)

Information on the Driver Monitoring System, its features, and operation.

Loading your vehicle

GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating)

Explanation of GVWR and GAWR and how they are determined.

Trailer hitch (dealer option)

Connecting a trailer

Trailer brakes

Requirement for trailer brakes based on total weight.

Trailer safety chains

Trailer towing

Trailer lights

Cautions regarding trailer lights connection.

Tires

Warnings and notes regarding tires when towing.

Appearance care

Washing

Cautions and tips for washing the vehicle.

Consumer information and reporting safety defects

13-2. Tire information

Details on tire markings, size, load, and speed ratings.

Maximum load rating

Explanation of tire load rating and its relation to vehicle load.

Recommended tire inflation pressure

Recommended cold tire inflation pressure for vehicle tires.

Adverse safety consequences of under-inflation

Consequences of driving with low tire pressure.

Measuring and adjusting air pressure to achieve proper inflation

Procedure for measuring and adjusting tire pressure.

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