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engine
compartment
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STI
A)
Main
fuse
Fuse
panel
Fuse
rating
Circuit
1
30A
.
ABS
unit
.
Vehicle
Dynamics
Con-
trol
unit
2
25A
.
Main
fan
(cooling
fan)
3
25A
.
Sub
fan
(cooling
fan)
4
Empty
5
25A
.
Audio
6
30A
.
Headlight
(low
beam)
7
15A
.
Headlight
(high
beam)
8
20A
.
Back-up
9
15A
.
Horn
10
25A
.
Rear
window
defogger
.
Mirror
heater
1
1
15A
.
Fuel
pump
12
10A
.
Transmission
control
unit
13
7.5A
.
Engine
control
unit
14
15A
.
Turn
and
hazard
warn-
ing
flasher
15
15A
.
T
ail
and
illumination
re-
lay
16
7.5A
.
Alternator
Specifications/Fuses
and
circuits
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Table of Contents
Seat, Seatbelt and Srs Airbags
30
Default Chapter
7
Abbreviation List
7
Safety Warnings
7
Vehicle Symbols
8
General Information
12
Event Data Recorder
13
Function Settings
27
Table of Contents
30
Front Seats
31
Manual Seat
33
Power Seat (Driver S Seat if Equipped)
34
Head Restraint Adjustment
34
Seat Heater (if Equipped)
35
Rear Seats
36
Head Restraint Adjustment
37
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
42
Seatbelt Maintenance
44
Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
45
Seatbelt with Shoulder Belt Pretensioner
45
Seatbelt with Shoulder Belt and Lap Belt Pretensioners
47
System Monitors
48
System Servicing
48
Precautions against Vehicle Modification
49
Child Restraint Systems
49
Where to Place a Child Restraint System
51
Choosing a Child Restraint System
52
Installing Child Restraint Systems with A/ELR Seatbelt
52
Installing a Booster Seat
56
Installation of Child Restraint Systems by Use of Lower and Tether Anchorages (LATCH)
57
Top Tether Anchorages
60
SRS Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
61
Models with SRS Airbags and Lap/Shoulder Restraints for Driver, Front Passenger, and Window-Side Rear Passengers
61
Components
64
SUBARU Advanced Frontal Airbag System
66
SRS Side Airbag and SRS Curtain Airbag
78
SRS Airbag System Monitors
85
SRS Airbag System Servicing
86
Precautions against Vehicle Modification
87
Keys and Doors
90
Keys
91
Key Number Plate
91
Immobilizer
91
Security Indicator Light
92
Key Replacement
92
Certification for Immobilizer System
92
Door Locks
93
Locking and Unlocking from the Outside
93
Locking and Unlocking from the Inside
94
Battery Drainage Prevention Function
95
Power Door Locking Switches
96
Key Lock-In Prevention Function
96
Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System (if Equipped)
97
Safety Precautions
97
Locking and Unlocking with Keyless Access Entry Function
100
Selecting Audible Signal Operation
103
Warning Chimes and Warning Indicator
103
Disabling Keyless Access Function
104
When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
104
Replacing Battery of Access Key
104
Replacing Access Key
105
Certification for Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System
105
Remote Keyless Entry System
106
Locking the Doors
108
Unlocking the Doors
108
Opening the Trunk Lid
108
Vehicle Finder Function
108
Sounding a Panic Alarm
109
Selecting Audible Signal Operation (Models Without Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System )
109
Replacing the Battery
109
Replacing Lost Transmitters
109
Welcome Lighting (if Equipped)
109
Alarm System
110
System Operation
111
Activating and Deactivating the Alarm System
111
If You Have Accidentally Triggered the Alarm System
111
Arming the System
112
Disarming the System
114
Valet Mode
115
Passive Arming (Models Without Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System )
115
Tripped Sensor Identification
116
Shock Sensors (Dealer Option)
116
Child Safety Locks
117
Windows
117
Power Window Operation by Driver
118
Power Window Operation by Passengers
118
Initialization of Power Window
121
Trunk Lid
121
To Open and Close the Trunk Lid from Outside
121
To Open the Trunk Lid from Inside
121
Internal Trunk Lid Release Handle
122
Moonroof (if Equipped)
123
Moonroof Switches
124
Sun Shade
125
Instruments and Controls
126
Ignition Switch (Models Without Push- Button Start System)
129
Lock
129
Acc
130
Start
130
Key Reminder Chime
130
Ignition Switch Light
131
Push-Button Ignition Switch (Models with Push-Button Start System)
131
Safety Precautions
131
Operating Range for Push-Button Start System
131
Switching Power
132
When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
133
Hazard Warning Flasher
133
Meters and Gauges
133
Switch
134
Speedometer
134
Odometer
134
Double Trip Meter
134
Tachometer
135
Fuel Gauge
135
Temperature Gauge
136
ECO Gauge
136
REV Indicator Light and Buzzer (STI)
137
Warning and Indicator Lights
138
Seatbelt Warning Light and Chime
138
SRS Airbag System Warning Light
138
Front Passenger S Frontal Airbag on and off
140
CHECK ENGINE Warning Light/Malfunction Indicator Light
141
Charge Warning Light
142
Engine Low Oil Level Warning Indicator (Except STI)
142
Oil Pressure Warning Light
142
Windshield Washer Fluid Warning Indicator
142
AT OIL TEMP Warning Light (CVT Models)
143
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light (U.S.-Spec. Models)
143
Rear Differential Oil Temperature Warning Light (STI)
143
ABS Warning Light
145
Brake System Warning Light
145
Low Fuel Warning Light
146
Door Open Warning Light
147
Hill Start Assist Warning Light/Hill Start Assist off Indicator Light
147
Led Headlight Warning Light (if Equipped)
148
Vehicle Dynamics Control off Indicator Light/Traction Mode Indicator Light
150
Warning Chimes and Warning Indicator of the Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System (if Equipped)
151
Security Indicator Light
155
SI-DRIVE Indicator (if Equipped)
156
Shift-Up Indicator (STI)
156
Select Lever/Gear Position Indicator (CVT Models)
156
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
157
High Beam Indicator Light
157
Cruise Control Indicator
157
Cruise Control Set Indicator
157
Automatic Headlight Beam Leveler Warning Light (Models with LED Headlights)
157
Front Fog Light Indicator Light (if Equipped)
157
Headlight Indicator Light
157
Driver S Control Center Differential Auto Indicator (STI)
157
Driver S Control Center Differential Indicator and Warning (STI)
158
REV Indicator Light (STI)
159
Multi Information Display
159
Basic Operation
160
Welcome Screen
160
Good-Bye Screen
160
Warning Screen
161
Basic Screens
166
Menu Screens
167
Multi Function Display
170
Basic Operation
171
Welcome Screen
171
Date Screen
171
Ending Screen
172
Self-Check Screen
172
Interruption Screen
173
Basic Screens
174
Selection Screen
181
Date and Time Settings
185
Image Quality and Volume Settings
192
Screen Settings
194
Maintenance Settings
203
Driving History Registration
206
Car Settings
207
Initialize
215
Audio Setting (if Equipped)
217
Sound Setting (if Equipped)
219
Hands-Free System Setting
220
Light Control Switch
223
Headlights
224
High/Low Beam Change (Dimmer)
225
Headlight Flasher
225
Daytime Running Light System
225
Illumination Brightness Control
226
Turn Signal Lever
226
Fog Light Switch (if Equipped)
227
Headlight Beam Leveler (if Equipped)
227
Automatic Headlight Beam Leveler (Models with LED Headlights)
227
Wiper and Washer
228
Windshield Wiper and Washer Switches
229
Mirrors
231
Inside Mirror
231
Auto-Dimming Mirror/Compass (if Equipped)
231
Auto-Dimming Mirror/Compass with Homelink (if Equipped)
232
Outside Mirrors
238
Defogger and Deicer
239
Climate Control
242
Ventilator Control
243
Center and Side Ventilators
243
Climate Control Panel
244
Type a
244
Type B
245
Automatic Climate Control Operation
246
Temperature Sensors
246
Manual Climate Control Operation
247
Airflow Mode Selection
247
Temperature Control
248
Fan Speed Control
249
Air Conditioner Control
249
Air Inlet Selection
249
Operating Tips for Heater and Air Conditioner
250
Cleaning Ventilation Grille
250
Efficient Cooling after Parking in Direct Sunlight
250
Lubrication Oil Circulation in the Refrigerant Circuit
251
Checking Air Conditioning System before Summer Season
251
Cooling and Dehumidifying in High Humidity and Low Temperature Weather Conditions
251
Air Conditioner Compressor Shut-Off When Engine Is Heavily Loaded
251
Refrigerant for Your Climate Control System
251
Defrosting
250
Type a
250
Type B
250
Air Filtration System
252
Replacing an Air Filter
252
Audio
254
Antenna System
256
Roof Antenna
256
FM Reception
256
Installation of Accessories
257
Audio Set
257
Type a Audio Set (if Equipped)
258
Type B Audio Set (if Equipped)
259
Power and Audio Controls
260
Power Switch and Volume Control
260
Sound Controls and Audio Settings
260
FM/AM Radio Operation
263
FM/AM Selection (Type B Audio)
263
FM Selection (Type a Audio)
263
AM Selection (Type a Audio)
263
Tuning
264
Displaying Radio PS (Program Service Name) and RT (Radio Text) (Type B Audio)
267
Station Preset
267
Satellite Radio Operation (Type B Audio)
268
Satellite Radio Reception
268
Displaying Satellite Radio ID of Tuner
268
Band Selection
269
Channel and Category Selection
269
Channel Preset
269
Display Selection
270
CD Player Operation
270
Play File
270
How to Insert a CD
271
How to Play Back a CD
271
To Select a Track from the Beginning
271
Repeating
272
Random Playback
273
Scan
273
Display Selection
274
Folder Selection
274
How to Eject a CD from the Player
274
When the Following Messages Are Displayed
275
Auxiliary Input Jack
275
Precautions to Observe When Handling a Compact Disc
276
USB Storage Device / Ipod
278
Operations
278
Play File
278
Connectable USB Storage Device
278
Connectable Ipod Models
279
How to Play Back
280
To Select a Track from the Beginning
281
To Select a Chapter from the Beginning When Connecting Ipod
281
Fast-Forwarding and Rewinding
281
Repeating
281
Random Playback
282
SCAN (Only When Connecting USB Storage Device)
282
Selecting Category (Only When Connecting Ipod ® )
283
Display Selection
283
Folder Selection (Only When Connecting USB Storage Device)
283
When Check Device Is Displayed
283
Audio Control Buttons
284
MODE Button
284
And Switch
285
Volume Control Switch
285
Bluetooth Audio
286
Media Format
286
Setting Bluetooth
286
Audio
286
Bluetooth ® Audio Operation
286
Hands-Free System
289
Safety Precautions
289
Using the Hands-Free System
290
Bluetooth Settings
305
Tips for the Hands-Free System
307
Certification for the Hands-Free System
309
Interior Equipment
312
Interior Lights
313
Dome Light
313
Map Lights
313
OFF Delay Timer
314
Sun Visors
314
Vanity Mirror with Light
315
Storage Compartment
315
Glove Box
315
Center Console
316
Cup Holders
316
Front Passenger S Cup Holder
316
Rear Passenger S Cup Holder
317
Accessory Power Outlets
318
Use with a Cigarette Lighter (if Equipped)
319
Bottle Holders
318
Ashtray (if Equipped)
320
Floor Mat (if Equipped)
321
Coat Hook
322
Under-Floor Storage Compartment
322
Rear View Camera (if Equipped)
323
How to Use the Rear View Camera
324
Viewing Range on the Screen
325
Help Line
326
Starting and Operating
328
Fuel
330
Fuel Requirements
330
Fuel Filler Lid and Cap
332
State Emission Testing (U.S. Only)
334
Preparing to Drive
335
Starting and Stopping the Engine (Models Without Push-Button Ignition Switch)
336
Starting Engine
336
Stopping the Engine
338
Starting and Stopping Engine (Models with Push-Button Start System)
339
Safety Precautions
339
Operating Range for Push-Button Start System
339
Starting Engine
339
Stopping Engine
341
When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
341
Remote Engine Start System (Dealer Option)
341
Start System
342
Entering the Vehicle While It Is Running Via Remote Start
343
Entering the Vehicle Following Remote Engine Start Shutdown
343
Pre-Heating or Pre-Cooling the Interior of the Vehicle
343
System Maintenance
343
Manual Transmission
343
Shifting Speeds
344
Driving Tips
345
Driver S Control Center Differential (C.DIFF/ DCCD) (STI)
346
To Change Mode of Driver S Control Center Differential
347
Auto Mode
347
Manual Mode
348
Temporary Release
350
Select Lever
351
Selection of Manual Mode
352
Shift Lock Function
354
Driving Tips
355
Si-Drive (Sti)
355
Intelligent (I) Mode
355
Sport (S) Mode
356
Sport Sharp (S#) Mode
356
SI-DRIVE Selector
357
SI-DRIVE (Except STI: CVT Models)
357
Intelligent (I) Mode
357
Sport (S) Mode
358
Sport Sharp (S#) Mode
358
SI-DRIVE Switches
359
Limited Slip Differential (LSD) (STI)
359
Power Steering
360
Sti
360
Except STI
360
Braking
361
Braking Tips
361
Brake System
361
Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators
362
Starting and Operating
363
ABS System Self-Check
363
ABS Warning Light
363
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System
363
Steps to Take if EBD System Malfunctions
364
Vehicle Dynamics Control System
365
Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor
366
Vehicle Dynamics Control off Switch
367
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (U.S.-Spec. Models)
368
Parking Your Vehicle
370
Parking Brake
370
Parking Tips
370
Hill Start Assist System
371
To Activate/Deactivate the Hill Start Assist System
373
Hill Start Assist Warning Light/Hill Start Assist off Indicator Light
374
Cruise Control
374
To Set Cruise Control
375
To Turn off the Cruise Control
376
To Temporarily Cancel the Cruise Control
376
To Change the Cruising Speed
376
Cruise Control Indicator
377
Cruise Control Set Indicator
377
Driving Tips
378
Engine Exhaust Gas (Carbon Monoxide)
379
Fuel Economy Hints
379
New Vehicle Break-In Driving the First 1,000 Miles (1,600 Km)
379
Catalytic Converter
380
Driving in Foreign Countries
381
Periodic Inspections
381
Driving Tips for AWD Models
382
Driving Precaution
383
Operation During Cold Weather
383
Driving on Snowy and Icy Roads
385
Corrosion Protection
386
Snow Tires
386
Tire Chains
387
Rocking the Vehicle
387
Winter Driving
383
Loading Your Vehicle
387
Vehicle Capacity Weight
388
GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating)
389
Trailer Towing
389
In Case of Emergency
390
If You Park Your Vehicle in Case of an
391
Temporary Spare Tire
391
Maintenance Tools
392
Flat Tires
393
Changing a Flat Tire
393
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (U.S.-Spec. Models)
397
Jump Starting
398
How to Jump Start
398
Engine Overheating
400
If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
400
If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
400
Towing
401
Towing and Tie-Down Hooks
401
Using a Flat-Bed Truck
403
Towing with All Wheels on the Ground
404
Access Key -If Access Key Does Not
405
Switching Power
405
Locking and Unlocking
405
Starting Engine
406
Moonroof (if Equipped) if the Moonroof Does Not Close
406
If Your Vehicle Is Involved in an Accident
407
Appearance Care
408
Exterior Care
409
Washing
409
Waxing and Polishing
410
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
410
Corrosion Protection
411
Most Common Causes of Corrosion
411
To Help Prevent Corrosion
411
Cleaning the Interior
412
Seat Fabric
412
Leather Seat Materials
412
Synthetic Leather Upholstery
412
Climate Control Panel, Audio Panel, Instrument Panel, Console Panel, and Switches
412
Monitor
413
Maintenance and Service
414
Maintenance Precautions
416
Before Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment
417
When Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment
417
When Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment While the Engine Is Running
418
Maintenance Schedule
416
Maintenance Tips
418
Removing and Reinstalling Clips
418
Engine Hood
421
Engine Compartment Overview
423
Sti
423
Except STI
424
Engine Oil
425
Engine Oil Consumption
425
Checking the Oil Level
425
Changing the Oil and Oil Filter
427
Recommended Grade and Viscosity
428
Synthetic Oil
428
Cooling System
429
Cooling Fan, Hose and Connections
429
Engine Coolant
430
Air Cleaner Element
431
Replacing the Air Cleaner Element
431
Spark Plugs
433
Recommended Spark Plugs
433
Drive Belts
434
Manual Transmission Oil
435
Recommended Grade and Viscosity
435
Continuously Variable Transmission Fluid
435
Front Differential Gear Oil (CVT Models)
435
Power Steering Fluid (STI)
436
Checking the Fluid Level
436
Recommended Fluid
437
Rear Differential Gear Oil
436
Brake Fluid
437
Checking the Fluid Level
437
Recommended Brake Fluid
438
Clutch Fluid (MT Models)
438
Checking the Fluid Level
438
Recommended Clutch Fluid
439
Brake Booster
439
Brake Pedal
440
Checking the Brake Pedal Reserve Distance
440
Clutch Pedal (MT Models)
440
Checking the Clutch Function
440
Checking the Clutch Pedal Free Play
441
Replacement of Brake Pad and Lining
441
Breaking-In of New Brake Pads and Linings
442
Hill Start Assist System
441
Parking Brake Stroke
442
Tires and Wheels
443
Types of Tires
443
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
443
Tire Inspection
444
Tire Pressures and Wear
445
Wheel Balance
447
Wear Indicators
447
Tire Rotation Direction Mark
448
Tire Rotation
448
Tire Replacement
448
Wheel Replacement
449
Aluminum Wheels
450
Windshield Washer Fluid
450
Replacement of Wiper Blades
451
Windshield Wiper Blade Assembly
452
Windshield Wiper Blade Rubber
452
Battery
453
Fuses
454
Installation of Accessories
456
Replacing Bulbs
456
Headlights (Models with LED Headlights)
456
High Beam Headlight
456
Low Beam Headlight
458
Equipped), Parking Light
458
Front Fog Light (if Equipped)
459
Rear Combination Lights
460
License Plate Light
461
Other Bulbs
461
Battery Replacement
462
Replacing Access Key Battery
462
Replacing Transmitter Battery
463
Specifications
466
Specifications
467
Specifications
468
Engine
468
Fuel
468
Engine Oil
469
Manual Transmission, Front Differential and Rear Differential Gear Oil
471
Fluids
472
Engine Coolant
472
Electrical System
473
Tires
473
Temporary Spare Tires
473
Fuses and Circuits
474
Fuse Panel Located in the Passenger Compartment
474
Fuse Panel Located in the Engine Compartment
476
Bulb Chart
480
Vehicle Identification
482
Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
484
For U.S.A
485
Tire Information
485
Tire Labeling
485
Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure
487
Glossary of Tire Terminology
488
Tire Care Maintenance and Safety Practices
493
Vehicle Load Limit How to Determine
493
Determining Compatibility of Tire and Vehicle Load Capacities
495
Adverse Safety Consequences of Overloading on Handling and Stopping and on Tires
495
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
495
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards
496
Treadwear
496
Traction AA, A, B, C
496
Temperature A, B, C
497
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.)
497
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Language
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