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Specifications/Fuses
and
circuits
Fuses
and
circuits
&
Fuse
panel
located
in
the
passenger
compartment
Fuse
panel
Fuse
rating
Circuit
1
20A
(Not
available)
2
7.5A
.
Combination
meter
3
15A
.
Door
locking
4
10A
.
Front
wiper
deicer
relay
5
Empty
6
7.5A
.
Remote
control
rear
view
mirrors
.
Seat
heater
relay
7
10A
.
Combination
meter
.
Integrated
unit
8
7.5A
.
Stop
light
9
7.5A
.
Front
wiper
deicer
10
7.5A
.
Power
supply
(battery)
1
1
7.5A
.
Turn
signal
unit
12
15A
.
Transmission
control
unit
.
Engine
control
unit
.
Integrated
unit
13
20A
.
Accessory
power
outlet
(center
console)
14
10A
.
Parking
light
.
T
ail
light
.
Rear
combination
light
12-10
544
546
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
16
Steering Wheel
9
General Information
13
Seat, Seatbelt and Srs Airbags
32
Front Seats
33
Manual Seat
35
Head Restraint Adjustment
36
Power Seat (Driver S Seat if Equipped)
36
Seat Heater (if Equipped)
37
Rear Seats
38
Head Restraint Adjustment
39
Folding down the Rear Seatback
40
Seatbelts
42
Seatbelt Safety Tips
42
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)
44
Automatic Locking Retractor/Emergency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR)
44
Seatbelt Warning Light and Chime
44
Fastening the Seatbelt
44
Seatbelt Maintenance
47
Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
48
Seatbelt with Shoulder Belt Pretensioner
48
Seatbelt with Shoulder Belt and Lap Belt Pretensioners
50
System Monitors
51
System Servicing
51
Precautions against Vehicle Modification
52
Child Restraint Systems
52
Where to Place a Child Restraint System
54
Choosing a Child Restraint System
55
Installing Child Restraint Systems with ALR/ELR Seatbelt
56
Installing a Booster Seat
59
Installation of Child Restraint Systems by Use of Lower and Tether Anchorages (LATCH)
60
Top Tether Anchorages
63
Seat, Seatbelt and SRS Airbags
64
SRS Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
64
Models with SRS Airbags and Lap/Shoulder Restraints for Driver, Front Passenger, and Window-Side Rear Passengers
64
Components
67
SUBARU Advanced Frontal Airbag System
69
Combination Meter
76
SRS Side Airbag and SRS Curtain Airbag
81
SRS Airbag System Monitors
90
SRS Airbag System Servicing
91
Precautions against Vehicle Modification
92
Keys and Doors
94
Keys
96
Immobilizer
96
Security Indicator Light
97
Key Replacement
97
Certification for Immobilizer System
97
Key Number Plate
96
Door Locks
98
Locking and Unlocking from the Outside
98
Battery Drainage Prevention Function
101
Power Door Locking Switches
101
Key Lock-In Prevention Function
102
Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System (if Equipped)
102
Locking and Unlocking with Keyless Access Entry Function
106
Selecting Audible Signal Operation
109
Warning Chimes and Warning Indicator
109
Disabling Keyless Access Function
109
When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
111
Replacing Battery of Access Key
111
Replacing Access Key
111
Certification for Keyless Access with Push-Button
111
Start System
112
PIN Code Access (Models with Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System )
112
Registering a PIN Code
113
Unlocking
114
Remote Keyless Entry System
114
Locking the Doors
115
Unlocking the Doors
115
Opening the Trunk Lid
116
Vehicle Finder Function
116
Sounding a Panic Alarm
116
Selecting Audible Signal Operation (Models Without Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System )
116
Replacing the Battery
117
Replacing Lost Transmitters
117
Welcome Lighting (if Equipped)
117
Certification for Remote Keyless Entry System
117
Alarm System
118
System Operation
119
Activating and Deactivating the Alarm System
119
If You Have Accidentally Triggered the Alarm System
119
Arming the System
120
Disarming the System
122
Valet Mode
123
Passive Arming (Models Without Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System )
123
Tripped Sensor Identification
124
Shock Sensors (Dealer Option)
124
Child Safety Locks
125
Windows
125
Power Window Operation by Driver
126
Power Window Operation by Passengers
128
Initialization of Power Window
129
Trunk Lid
130
To Open and Close the Trunk Lid from Outside
130
Instruments and Controls
136
Ignition Switch (Models Without Push- Button Start System)
139
Lock
139
Acc
140
Start
140
Key Reminder Chime
140
Ignition Switch Light
141
Push-Button Ignition Switch (Models with Push-Button Start System)
141
Safety Precautions
141
Operating Range for Push-Button Start System
141
Switching Power Status
142
When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
143
Hazard Warning Flasher
143
Meters and Gauges
143
Canceling the Function for Meter/Gauge Needle Movement Upon Turning on the Ignition Switch
144
Speedometer
144
Odometer
144
Double Trip Meter
144
Tachometer
145
Fuel Gauge
145
Temperature Gauge
146
ECO Gauge
147
REV Indicator Light and Buzzer (STI)
147
Warning and Indicator Lights
148
Seatbelt Warning Light and Chime
149
SRS Airbag System Warning Light
150
CHECK ENGINE Warning Light/Malfunction
151
Front Passenger S Frontal Airbag on and off
151
Charge Warning Light
152
Engine Low Oil Level Warning Indicator (Except STI)
152
AT OIL TEMP Warning Light (CVT Models)
153
Rear Differential Oil Temperature Warning Light (STI)
153
Windshield Washer Fluid Warning Indicator
153
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light (U.S.-Spec. Models)
154
ABS Warning Light
155
Brake System Warning Light
156
Electronic Parking Brake Indicator Light (Models with Electronic Parking Brake System)
158
Hill Holder Indicator Light (Models with Electronic Parking Brake System)
159
Hill Start Assist Warning Light/Hill Start Assist off Indicator Light (Models Without Electronic Parking Brake System)
159
Low Fuel Warning Light
159
All-Wheel Drive Warning Light (if Equipped)
160
Door Open Warning Light
160
LED Headlight Warning Light (if Equipped)
160
Power Steering Warning Light (Except STI)
160
Vehicle Dynamics Control Warning Light/Vehicle Dynamics Control Operation Indicator Light
161
Vehicle Dynamics Control off Indicator Light/Traction Mode Indicator Light
162
Warning Chimes and Warning Indicator of the Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System (if Equipped)
163
Security Indicator Light
168
Gear Position Indicator (MT Models)/Shift-Up Indicator (STI)
169
Select Lever/Gear Position Indicator (CVT Models)
169
SI-DRIVE Indicator (if Equipped)
169
Automatic Headlight Beam Leveler Warning Light (Models with LED Headlights)
170
Cruise Control Indicator
170
Driver S Control Center Differential Auto Indicator (STI)
170
Front Fog Light Indicator Light (if Equipped)
170
High Beam Indicator Light
170
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
170
Driver S Control Center Differential Indicator and Warning (STI)
171
BSD/RCTA off Indicator (if Equipped)
172
BSD/RCTA Warning Indicator (if Equipped)
172
RAB off Indicator Light (if Equipped)
172
RAB Warning Light (if Equipped)
172
REV Indicator Light (STI)
172
Steering Responsive Fog Lights Warning Indicator
172
Equipped)
172
Multi Information Display
173
Basic Operation
174
Welcome Screen
174
Good-Bye Screen
175
Warning Screen
175
Basic Screens
180
Menu Screens
181
Multi Function Display
184
Basic Operation
185
Welcome Screen
185
Date Screen
186
Ending Screen
186
Self-Check Screen
187
Interruption Screen
188
Basic Screens
188
Selection Screen
195
Date and Time Settings
199
Image Quality and Volume Settings
206
Screen Settings
208
Maintenance Settings
216
Driving History Registration
219
Car Settings
220
Initialize
229
Light Control Switch
231
Headlights
232
High/Low Beam Change (Dimmer)
233
Headlight Flasher
233
Daytime Running Light System
234
Turn Signal Lever
234
One-Touch Lane Changer
235
Illumination Brightness Control
235
Fog Light Switch (if Equipped)
236
Steering Responsive Fog Lights System (if Equipped)
236
Headlight Beam Leveler (if Equipped)
236
Automatic Headlight Beam Leveler (Models with LED Headlights)
236
Wiper and Washer
238
Windshield Wiper and Washer Switches
239
Mirrors
240
Inside Mirror
240
Auto-Dimming Mirror/Compass (if Equipped)
241
Outside Mirrors
248
Defogger and Deicer
249
Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel
250
Horn
251
Climate Control
252
Ventilator Control
253
Center and Side Ventilators
253
Climate Control Panel
254
Type a
254
Type B
255
Automatic Climate Control Operation
256
Sensors
256
Manual Climate Control Operation
257
Airflow Mode Selection
257
Temperature Control
258
Fan Speed Control
259
Air Conditioner Control
259
Air Inlet Selection
259
Defrosting
260
Type a
260
Type B
260
Operating Tips for Heater and Air Conditioner
260
Cleaning Ventilation Grille
260
Efficient Cooling after Parking in Direct Sunlight
261
Lubrication Oil Circulation in the Refrigerant Circuit
261
Checking Air Conditioning System before Summer Season
261
Cooling and Dehumidifying in High Humidity and Low Temperature Weather Conditions
261
Air Conditioner Compressor Shut-Off When Engine Is Heavily Loaded
261
Refrigerant for Your Climate Control System
261
Air Filtration System
262
Replacing an Air Filter
262
Audio
264
Audio Set
265
Base Display Audio Set (if Equipped)
266
STARLINK TM 7.0 Multimedia Plus Audio Set
268
Tips for Operating the Audio/Visual System
269
Basic Information before Use
277
Basic Operation
280
Unit Settings
281
SUBARU STARLINK (if Equipped)
288
AM/FM Radio
290
Siriusxm Satellite Radio (if Equipped)
299
Aha TM by HARMAN
306
Pandora ® (if Equipped)
312
USB Memory
317
Ipod
318
Bluetooth Audio
320
Aux
323
Antenna
265
Roof Antenna
265
Steering Switches for Audio
325
Bluetooth Settings
328
Regulatory Information
328
Registering/Connecting Bluetooth Device
328
Setting Bluetooth Details
331
Hands-Free Phone System
333
Control Screen
334
Registering/Connecting a Bluetooth Phone
335
Using the Phone Switch/Microphone
335
How to Change the Hands-Free Phone System
336
Making a Call
336
Receiving a Call
339
Talking on the Phone
340
Phone Settings
341
Voice Command System
343
Using the Voice Command System
343
Voice Command System Operation
345
Command List
347
What to Do if
351
Troubleshooting
351
Appendix
355
Certification
355
Certification for Mexico Models
356
Interior Equipment
358
Interior Lights
359
Dome Light
359
Map Lights
359
OFF Delay Timer
360
Sun Visors
360
Sun Visor Extension Plate (Models with the Eyesight System)
361
Vanity Mirror with Light
361
Storage Compartment
362
Glove Box
362
Center Console
362
Cup Holders
363
Front Passenger S Cup Holder
363
Rear Passenger S Cup Holder
364
Bottle Holders
364
Accessory Power Outlets
365
Use with a Cigarette Lighter (if Equipped)
366
Ashtray (if Equipped)
367
Floor Mat (if Equipped)
367
Coat Hook
368
Rear View Camera (if Equipped)
369
How to Use the Rear View Camera
371
Viewing Range on the Screen
371
Help Line
372
Under-Floor Storage Compartment
369
Starting and Operating
376
Fuel
378
Fuel Requirements
378
Fuel Filler Lid and Cap
380
State Emission Testing (U.S. Only)
382
Preparing to Drive
383
Starting and Operating
384
Starting and Stopping the Engine (Models Without Push-Button Start System)
384
General Precautions When Starting/Stopping Engine
384
Starting Engine
385
Stopping the Engine
386
Starting and Stopping Engine (Models with Push-Button Start System)
387
Safety Precautions
387
Operating Range for Push-Button Start System
387
Starting Engine
387
Stopping Engine
389
When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
389
Remote Engine Start System (Dealer Option)
390
Start System
390
Entering the Vehicle While It Is Running Via Remote Start
391
Entering the Vehicle Following Remote Engine Start Shutdown
392
Pre-Heating or Pre-Cooling the Interior of the Vehicle
392
System Maintenance
392
Manual Transmission
392
Shifting Speeds
393
Driving Tips
394
Driver S Control Center Differential (C.DIFF/ DCCD) (STI)
394
To Change Mode of Driver S Control Center Differential
395
Auto Mode
396
Manual Mode
397
Temporary Release
398
Continuously Variable Transmission
399
Select Lever
400
Selection of Manual Mode
401
Shift Lock Function
403
Driving Tips
404
SI-DRIVE (if Equipped)
404
Intelligent (I) Mode
404
Sport (S) Mode
405
Sport Sharp (S#) Mode
405
SI-DRIVE Selector (STI)
406
SI-DRIVE Switches (Except STI)
407
Limited Slip Differential (LSD) (STI)
408
Power Steering
408
Sti
408
Except STI
408
Braking
409
Braking Tips
409
Brake System
410
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)
411
ABS Self-Check
411
ABS Warning Light
411
Starting and Operating
411
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System
412
Vehicle Dynamics Control System
413
Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor
415
Vehicle Dynamics Control off Switch
415
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (U.S.-Spec. Models)
417
Parking Your Vehicle
418
Parking Brake (Models Without Electronic Parking Brake System)
419
Electronic Parking Brake (Models with Electronic Parking Brake System)
419
Parking Tips
423
Hill Start Assist System (Models Without Electronic Parking Brake System)
424
To Activate/Deactivate the Hill Start Assist System
425
Hill Start Assist Warning Light/Hill Start Assist off Indicator Light
427
Cruise Control
427
To Set Cruise Control
427
To Temporarily Cancel the Cruise Control
428
To Turn off the Cruise Control
429
To Change the Cruising Speed
429
Cruise Control Indicator
430
Cruise Control Set Indicator
430
BSD/RCTA (if Equipped)
430
System Features
431
System Operation
433
BSD/RCTA Approach Indicator Light/Warning Buzzer
434
BSD/RCTA Warning Indicator
436
BSD/RCTA off Switch
437
Certification for the BSD/RCTA
437
Handling of Radar Sensors
438
Reverse Automatic Braking System (if Equipped)
439
Reverse Automatic Braking System Overview
439
Operating Conditions
440
Reverse Automatic Braking System Operation
442
Reverse Automatic Braking System ON/OFF Setting
445
RAB Warning Indicator
446
Handling of the Sonar Sensors
446
Driving Tips
448
Engine Exhaust Gas (Carbon Monoxide)
449
Fuel Economy Hints
449
New Vehicle Break-In Driving the First 1,000 Miles (1,600 Km)
449
Catalytic Converter
450
Driving in Foreign Countries
451
Periodic Inspections
451
Driving Tips for AWD Models
452
Driving Precaution
453
Operation During Cold Weather
453
Driving on Snowy and Icy Roads
455
Corrosion Protection
456
Snow Tires
456
Tire Chains
457
Rocking the Vehicle
457
Winter Driving
453
Loading Your Vehicle
457
Vehicle Capacity Weight
458
GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating)
459
Trailer Towing
459
In Case of Emergency
460
If You Park Your Vehicle in Case of an
461
Temporary Spare Tire
461
Maintenance Tools
462
Flat Tires
463
Changing a Flat Tire
463
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (U.S.-Spec. Models)
467
Jump Starting
468
How to Jump Start
468
Engine Overheating
470
If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
470
If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
470
Towing
471
Towing and Tie-Down Hooks
471
Using a Flat-Bed Truck
473
Electronic Parking Brake -If the Electronic
475
System)
475
Locking and Unlocking
475
Switching Power Status
475
Starting Engine
476
Access Key -If Access Key Does Not
475
Moonroof (if Equipped) if the Moonroof Does Not Close
477
If Your Vehicle Is Involved in an Accident
477
Appearance Care
478
Exterior Care
479
Washing
479
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
480
Waxing and Polishing
480
Corrosion Protection
481
Most Common Causes of Corrosion
481
To Help Prevent Corrosion
481
Cleaning the Interior
482
Climate Control Panel, Audio Panel, Instrument Panel, Console Panel, and Switches
482
Leather Seat Materials
482
Seat Fabric
482
Synthetic Leather Upholstery
482
Monitor
483
Maintenance and Service
484
Maintenance Precautions
486
Before Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment
487
When Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment
488
When Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment While the Engine Is Running
488
Maintenance Schedule
486
Maintenance Tips
489
Removing and Reinstalling Clips
489
Engine Hood
492
Engine Compartment Overview
494
Sti
494
Fuse Box (Page
494
Except STI
495
Engine Oil
496
Engine Oil Consumption
496
Checking the Oil Level
496
Changing the Oil and Oil Filter
498
Synthetic Oil
500
Cooling System
500
Cooling Fan, Hose and Connections
500
Engine Coolant
501
Air Cleaner Element
502
Replacing the Air Cleaner Element
502
Spark Plugs
504
Recommended Spark Plugs
504
Drive Belts
505
Front Differential Gear Oil (CVT Models) and Rear Differential Gear Oil
506
Manual Transmission Oil
506
Recommended Grade and Viscosity
506
Power Steering Fluid (STI)
507
Checking the Fluid Level
507
Recommended Fluid
507
Brake Fluid
508
Checking the Fluid Level
508
Recommended Brake Fluid
508
Clutch Fluid (MT Models)
509
Checking the Fluid Level
509
Recommended Clutch Fluid
509
Brake Booster
510
Brake Pedal
510
Checking the Brake Pedal Free Play
510
Checking the Brake Pedal Reserve Distance
511
Clutch Pedal (MT Models)
511
Checking the Clutch Function
511
Checking the Clutch Pedal Free Play
511
Hill Start Assist System
512
Breaking-In of New Brake Pads (Models with Electronic Parking Brake System)
512
Replacement of Brake Pad and Lining
512
Breaking-In of New Brake Pads and Linings (Models Without Electronic Parking Brake System)
513
Maintenance and Service
513
Parking Brake Stroke (Models Without Electronic Parking Brake System)
513
Tires and Wheels
514
Types of Tires
514
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
514
Tire Inspection
515
Tire Pressures and Wear
516
Wheel Balance
518
Wear Indicators
518
Tire Rotation Direction Mark
519
Tire Replacement
519
Wheel Replacement
520
Windshield Washer Fluid
521
Aluminum Wheels
521
Replacement of Wiper Blades
522
Windshield Wiper Blade Assembly
523
Windshield Wiper Blade Rubber
523
Battery
524
Fuses
525
Installation of Accessories
527
Replacing Bulbs
527
Headlights (Models with LED Headlights)
527
High Beam Headlight
527
Low Beam Headlight
529
Equipped), Parking Light
529
Front Fog Light (if Equipped)
530
Rear Combination Lights
531
License Plate Light
532
Other Bulbs
532
Replacing Battery
533
Replacing Battery of Access Key
533
Replacing Transmitter Battery
534
Specifications
536
Engine
538
Fuel
538
Specifications
538
Engine Oil
539
Manual Transmission, Front Differential and Rear Differential Gear Oil
541
Engine Coolant
542
Fluids
542
Electrical System
543
Tires
543
Temporary Spare Tires
543
Brake Disc
544
Fuses and Circuits
545
Fuse Panel Located in the Passenger Compartment
545
Fuse Panel Located in the Engine Compartment
547
Bulb Chart
551
Vehicle Identification
553
Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
554
Tire Information
555
For U.S.A
555
Tire Labeling
555
Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure
557
Glossary of Tire Terminology
558
Tire Care Maintenance and Safety Practices
563
Vehicle Load Limit How to Determine
563
Determining Compatibility of Tire and Vehicle Load Capacities
566
Adverse Safety Consequences of Overloading on Handling and Stopping and on Tires
567
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
567
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards
568
Treadwear
568
Traction AA, A, B, C
568
Temperature A, B, C
568
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.)
569
Index
570
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Language
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