Section |
Page |
1. Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags |
28 |
Front seats |
29 |
Fore and aft adjustment |
30 |
Reclining the seatback |
31 |
Seat cushion height adjustment (driver’s seat) |
32 |
Head restraint adjustment (if equipped) |
32 |
Active head restraint (if equipped) |
33 |
Seat heater (if equipped) |
34 |
Rear seats |
35 |
Armrest (if equipped) |
36 |
Headrest adjustment ‐ Wagon |
38 |
Folding down the rear seat ‐ Wagon |
39 |
Seatbelts |
40 |
Seatbelt safety tips |
40 |
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) |
41 |
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR) |
42 |
Seatbelt warning light and chime |
42 |
Fastening the seatbelt |
42 |
Seatbelt maintenance |
54 |
Front seatbelt pretensioners |
54 |
System monitors |
56 |
System servicing |
56 |
Precautions against vehicle modification |
57 |
Child restraint systems |
58 |
Where to place a child restraint system |
60 |
Choosing a child restraint system |
61 |
Installing child restraint systems with A/ELR seatbelt |
62 |
Installing a booster seat |
67 |
Installation of child restraint systems by use of lower and tether anchorages (LATCH) |
69 |
Top tether anchorages |
73 |
SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) |
79 |
Vehicle with driver’s and front passenger’s SRS airbags and lap/shoulder restraints |
79 |
SRS frontal airbag |
83 |
SRS side airbag (if equipped) |
91 |
SRS airbag system monitors |
99 |
SRS airbag system servicing |
100 |
Precautions against vehicle modification |
101 |
2. Keys and doors |
104 |
Keys |
105 |
Key number |
106 |
Door locks |
106 |
Locking and unlocking from the outside |
106 |
Locking and unlocking from the inside |
107 |
Power door locking switches |
108 |
Remote keyless entry system |
109 |
Locking the doors |
110 |
Unlocking the doors |
111 |
Illuminated entry |
111 |
Vehicle finder function |
111 |
Sounding a panic alarm |
112 |
Selecting audible signal operation |
112 |
Replacing the battery |
112 |
Replacing lost transmitters |
113 |
Security system (if equipped) |
117 |
System operation |
117 |
Arming the system |
118 |
Disarming the system |
120 |
Valet mode |
120 |
Passive arming |
121 |
Child safety locks |
124 |
Windows |
125 |
Power windows |
125 |
Trunk lid (Sedan) |
128 |
To open and close the trunk lid from outside |
128 |
To open the trunk lid from inside |
129 |
To cancel the trunk lid release |
129 |
Internal trunk lid release handle |
129 |
Rear gate (Wagon) |
132 |
Moonroof (if equipped) |
134 |
Tilt function |
134 |
Sliding function |
134 |
Sun shades |
136 |
3. Instruments and controls |
138 |
Ignition switch |
140 |
LOCK |
140 |
ACC |
141 |
ON |
141 |
START |
141 |
Key reminder chime |
141 |
Ignition switch light (if equipped) |
142 |
Key interlock release (AT vehicles only) |
142 |
Hazard warning flasher |
143 |
Meters and gauges (WRX-STi) |
144 |
Combination meter illumination |
144 |
Cancelling sequential illumination of the combination meter |
144 |
Speedometer |
144 |
Odometer/Trip meter |
145 |
Tachometer |
146 |
Fuel gauge |
146 |
Temperature gauge |
147 |
Ambient temperature gauge |
148 |
REV indicator light and buzzer (WRX-STi) |
149 |
Setting the alarm-level engine speed |
150 |
Deactivating the REV alarm system |
151 |
Meters and gauges (Except WRX-STi) |
152 |
Speedometer |
152 |
Odometer/Trip meter |
152 |
Tachometer |
153 |
Fuel gauge |
153 |
Temperature gauge |
154 |
Ambient temperature gauge (if equipped) |
155 |
Warning and indicator lights |
156 |
Seatbelt warning light and chime |
156 |
SRS airbag system warning light |
157 |
CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp |
157 |
Charge warning light |
158 |
Oil pressure warning light |
158 |
AT OIL TEMPerature warning light (for AT vehicles) |
159 |
Rear differential oil temperature warning light (WRX-STi) |
159 |
ABS warning light |
160 |
Brake system warning light |
161 |
Door open warning lights |
162 |
Front-wheel drive warning light (for AT vehicles ‐ if equipped) |
162 |
Intercooler water spray warning light (WRX-STi) |
162 |
Selector lever position indicator (AT vehicles) |
163 |
Turn signal indicator lights |
163 |
High beam indicator light |
163 |
Cruise control indicator light |
163 |
Cruise control set indicator light |
163 |
Driver’s control center differential auto indicator light (WRX-STi) |
163 |
Driver’s control center differential indicator lights (WRX-STi) |
164 |
Headlight indicator light (WRX-STi) |
164 |
REV indicator light (WRX-STi) |
164 |
Clock |
165 |
Light control switch |
166 |
Headlights |
166 |
High/low beam change (dimmer) |
167 |
Headlight flasher |
167 |
Daytime running light system (except U.S. spec. WRX-STi) |
168 |
Turn signal lever |
168 |
Illumination brightness control |
169 |
Illumination brightness control (WRX-STi) |
170 |
Headlight beam leveler (U.S. spec. WRX-STi) |
170 |
Parking light switch |
171 |
Fog light switch (if equipped) |
172 |
Wiper and washer |
172 |
Windshield wiper and washer switches |
174 |
Rear window wiper and washer switch ‐ Wagon |
176 |
Rear window defogger switch |
177 |
Windshield wiper deicer (if equipped) |
179 |
Intercooler water spray switch (WRX-STi) |
180 |
Mirrors |
181 |
Inside mirror |
181 |
Outside mirrors |
184 |
Tilt steering wheel |
186 |
Horn |
187 |
4. Climate control |
190 |
Ventilator |
191 |
Air flow selection |
191 |
Center and side ventilators |
192 |
Manual climate control system (if equipped) |
193 |
Control panel |
193 |
Heater operation |
195 |
Air conditioner operation (if equipped) |
198 |
Semi-automatic climate control system (if equipped) |
200 |
Control panel |
200 |
Operating method |
203 |
Temperature sensors |
207 |
Operating tips for heater and air conditioner |
208 |
Cleaning ventilation grille |
208 |
Efficient cooling after parking in direct sunlight |
208 |
Lubrication oil circulation in the refrigerant circuit |
208 |
Checking air conditioning system before summer season |
208 |
Cooling and dehumidifying in high humidity and low temperature weather conditions |
209 |
Air conditioner compressor shut-off when engine is heavily loaded |
209 |
Refrigerant for your climate control system |
209 |
Air filtration system (if equipped) |
209 |
Replacing an air filter |
210 |
5. Audio |
214 |
Antenna system |
215 |
Printed antenna |
215 |
FM reception |
215 |
Installation of accessories |
216 |
Audio set |
216 |
Type A audio set |
216 |
Type B audio set |
217 |
In-dash 6 CD auto changer 1 (Optional audio unit ‐ if equipped) |
217 |
Type A audio set (if equipped) |
218 |
Radio operation |
218 |
Compact disc player operation |
223 |
CD changer control (If optional in-dash CD changer is connected) |
225 |
Type B audio set (if equipped) |
229 |
Radio operation |
229 |
Cassette player operation |
235 |
Built in CD changer operation |
239 |
In-dash 6 CD auto changer 1 (if equipped) |
244 |
Loading and unloading compact discs |
244 |
Precautions to observe when handling a compact disc (CD) |
247 |
6. Interior equipment |
250 |
Interior light |
251 |
Dome light |
251 |
Cargo area light (if equipped) |
251 |
Map light (if equipped) |
252 |
Sun visors |
253 |
Center visor |
253 |
Vanity mirror (if equipped) |
254 |
Storage compartments |
254 |
Glove box |
255 |
Center console |
255 |
Coin tray |
256 |
Cup holder |
256 |
In instrument panel |
256 |
In center console |
257 |
Accessory power outlet |
258 |
In the cargo area (if equipped) |
258 |
Cigarette lighter socket |
259 |
Use with a cigarette lighter |
260 |
Using as an accessory power outlet |
260 |
Ashtray |
261 |
Floor mat (if equipped) |
262 |
Coat hook |
263 |
Cargo area cover (if equipped) |
264 |
Using the cover |
264 |
To remove the cover |
264 |
Stowage of the cover |
265 |
To install the cover housing |
265 |
Cargo tie-down hooks (if equipped) |
266 |
Under-floor storage compartment (if equipped) |
267 |
7. Starting and operating |
270 |
Fuel |
271 |
Fuel requirements |
271 |
Fuel filler lid and cap |
273 |
State emission testing (U.S. only) |
276 |
Preparing to drive |
278 |
Starting the engine |
278 |
Manual transmission vehicle |
278 |
Automatic transmission vehicle |
279 |
Starting the engine during cold weather below -4°F ( -20°C) |
279 |
Starting a flooded engine |
280 |
Stopping the engine |
280 |
Manual transmission ‐ 6 speed (WRX-STi) |
281 |
Selecting reverse gear |
281 |
Shifting speeds |
282 |
Driving tips |
283 |
Manual transmission ‐ 5 speed (except WRX-STi) |
284 |
Shifting speeds |
284 |
Driving tips |
286 |
Driver’s Control Center Differential (DCCD) (WRX-STi) |
287 |
Auto mode |
287 |
Manual mode |
288 |
Temporary release |
290 |
Automatic transmission |
290 |
Selector lever for automatic transmission |
291 |
Shift lock release |
295 |
Limited slip differential (LSD) (if equipped) |
296 |
Power steering |
297 |
Braking |
297 |
Braking tips |
297 |
Brake system |
298 |
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators |
298 |
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) |
299 |
ABS system self-check |
299 |
ABS warning light |
300 |
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system |
301 |
Steps to take if EBD system fails |
302 |
Parking your vehicle |
303 |
Parking brake |
303 |
Parking tips |
304 |
Cruise control |
306 |
To set cruise control |
306 |
To temporarily cancel the cruise control |
308 |
To turn off the cruise control |
309 |
To change the cruising speed |
309 |
8. Driving tips |
312 |
New vehicle break-in driving ‐ the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) |
313 |
Fuel economy hints |
313 |
Engine exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) |
314 |
Catalytic converter |
315 |
Periodic inspections |
317 |
Driving in foreign countries |
317 |
Driving tips for AWD vehicles |
318 |
Off road driving |
319 |
All AWD models except OUTBACK SPORT and vehicles with 17 inch tires |
320 |
OUTBACK SPORT |
320 |
Winter driving |
322 |
Operation during cold weather |
322 |
Driving on snowy and icy roads |
324 |
Corrosion protection |
325 |
Snow tires |
325 |
Tire chains |
327 |
Rocking the vehicle |
327 |
Loading your vehicle |
328 |
Vehicle capacity weight |
330 |
GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating) |
331 |
Roof rail and crossbar (if equipped) |
332 |
Trailer hitch (if equipped) |
336 |
Connecting a trailer |
336 |
When you do not tow a trailer |
339 |
Trailer towing |
340 |
Warranties and maintenance |
340 |
Maximum load limits |
340 |
Trailer hitches |
345 |
Connecting a trailer |
346 |
Trailer towing tips |
348 |
9. In case of emergency |
352 |
If you park your vehicle in case of an emergency |
353 |
Temporary spare tire |
354 |
Flat tires |
356 |
Changing a flat tire |
356 |
Jump starting |
365 |
How to jump start |
365 |
Engine overheating |
367 |
If steam is coming from the engine compartment |
367 |
If no steam is coming from the engine compartment |
367 |
Towing |
368 |
Towing and tie-down hooks |
369 |
Using a flat-bed truck |
371 |
Towing with all wheels on the ground |
372 |
Rear gate ‐ if the rear gate cannot be unlocked |
373 |
Moonroof ‐ if the moonroof cannot be closed |
374 |
Maintenance tools |
375 |
Jack and jack handle |
375 |
10. Appearance care |
378 |
Exterior care |
379 |
Washing |
379 |
Waxing and polishing |
380 |
Cleaning aluminum wheels |
380 |
Corrosion protection |
381 |
Most common causes of corrosion |
381 |
To help prevent corrosion |
382 |
Cleaning the interior |
383 |
Seat fabric |
383 |
Leather seat materials |
383 |
Synthetic leather upholstery |
383 |
Climate control panel, audio panel, instrument panel, console panel, and switches |
384 |
11. Maintenance and service |
386 |
Maintenance schedule |
388 |
Maintenance precautions |
388 |
Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment |
389 |
When you do checking or servicing in the engine compartment while the engine is running |
390 |
Engine hood |
390 |
Engine compartment overview |
393 |
Engine oil |
396 |
Checking the oil level |
396 |
Changing the oil and oil filter |
397 |
Recommended grade and viscosity |
401 |
Recommended grade and viscosity under severe driving conditions |
403 |
Synthetic oil |
403 |
Cooling system |
403 |
Cooling fan, hose and connections |
404 |
Engine coolant |
404 |
Air cleaner element |
408 |
Replacing the air cleaner element |
408 |
Spark plugs |
411 |
Recommended spark plugs |
412 |
Drive belts |
412 |
Manual transmission oil |
413 |
Checking the oil level |
413 |
Recommended grade and viscosity |
415 |
Automatic transmission fluid |
416 |
Checking the fluid level |
416 |
Recommended fluid |
417 |
Front differential gear oil (AT vehicles) |
418 |
Checking the oil level |
418 |
Recommended grade and viscosity |
418 |
Rear differential gear oil |
419 |
Checking the gear oil level |
419 |
Recommended grade and viscosity |
420 |
Power steering fluid |
421 |
Checking the fluid level |
421 |
Recommended fluid |
422 |
Brake fluid |
422 |
Checking the fluid level |
422 |
Recommended brake fluid |
423 |
Clutch fluid (MT vehicles) |
423 |
Checking the fluid level |
423 |
Recommended clutch fluid |
424 |
Brake booster |
425 |
Brake pedal |
425 |
Checking the brake pedal free play |
425 |
Checking the brake pedal reserve distance |
426 |
Clutch pedal (MT vehicles) |
426 |
Checking the clutch function |
426 |
Checking the clutch pedal free play |
427 |
Replacement of brake pad and lining |
427 |
Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings |
428 |
Parking brake stroke |
429 |
Tires and wheels |
429 |
Types of tires |
429 |
Tire inspection |
430 |
Tire pressures and wear |
430 |
Wheel balance |
433 |
Wear indicators |
434 |
Tire rotation |
435 |
Tire replacement |
435 |
Wheel replacement |
436 |
Wheel covers |
437 |
Aluminum wheels (If equipped) |
438 |
Intercooler water spray |
438 |
Windshield washer fluid |
439 |
Replacement of windshield wiper blades |
440 |
Battery |
443 |
Fuses |
445 |
Main fuse |
448 |
Installation of accessories |
448 |
Replacing bulbs |
449 |
Headlights (U.S. spec. WRX-STi) |
451 |
Headlight (Except U.S. spec. WRX-STi) |
451 |
Front turn signal light bulbs |
454 |
Parking light |
455 |
Front fog light |
458 |
Rear combination lights |
459 |
License plate light |
461 |
Dome light, map light and cargo area light |
462 |
Trunk light |
463 |
High mount stop light |
463 |
12. Specifications |
466 |
Specifications |
467 |
Dimensions |
467 |
Engine |
468 |
Electrical system |
468 |
Capacities |
469 |
Tires |
470 |
Wheel alignment |
470 |
Fuses and circuits |
471 |
Fuse panel located behind the coin tray |
471 |
Fuse panel located in the engine compartment |
473 |
Bulb chart |
474 |
Vehicle identification |
475 |
13. Consumer information and Reporting safety defects |
476 |
Uniform tire quality grading standards |
477 |
Treadwear |
477 |
Traction AA, A, B, C |
477 |
Temperature A, B, C |
478 |
Reporting safety defects (USA) |
479 |