Section |
Page |
1. Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags |
26 |
Front seats |
27 |
Fore and aft adjustment |
28 |
Seat cushion angle and height adjustment (Power seat only) |
29 |
Reclining the seatback |
30 |
Head restraint adjustment |
32 |
Lumbar support (if equipped) |
33 |
Seat heater (if equipped) |
34 |
Rear seats |
35 |
Armrest (if equipped) |
36 |
Headrest adjustment ‐ Rear center seating position on Station wagon |
38 |
Folding down the rear seat ‐ Station wagon |
39 |
Seatbelts |
43 |
Seatbelt safety tips |
43 |
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) |
44 |
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR) |
45 |
Seatbelt warning light and chime |
45 |
Fastening the seatbelt |
45 |
Seatbelt maintenance |
56 |
Seatbelt extender |
57 |
Front seatbelt pretensioners |
59 |
System monitors |
60 |
System servicing |
61 |
Precautions against vehicle modification |
62 |
Child restraint systems |
62 |
Where to place a child restraint system |
64 |
Choosing a child restraint system |
66 |
Installing child restraint systems with A/ELR seatbelt |
66 |
Installing a booster seat |
71 |
Installation of child restraint systems by use of lower and tether anchorages (LATCH) |
73 |
Top tether anchorages |
77 |
*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) |
82 |
Vehicle with driver’s and front passenger’s SRS airbags and lap/shoulder restraints |
82 |
SRS frontal airbag |
87 |
SRS side airbag (if equipped) |
95 |
SRS airbag system monitors |
103 |
SRS airbag system servicing |
104 |
Precautions against vehicle modification |
105 |
2. Keys and doors |
108 |
Keys |
109 |
Key number |
109 |
Door locks |
110 |
Locking and unlocking from the outside |
110 |
Locking and unlocking from the inside |
111 |
Power door locking switches |
112 |
Remote keyless entry system (if equipped) |
114 |
Locking the doors |
115 |
Unlocking the doors |
115 |
Illuminated entry |
116 |
Vehicle finder function |
116 |
Sounding a panic alarm |
116 |
Selecting audible signal operation |
116 |
Replacing the battery |
117 |
Replacing lost transmitters |
118 |
Security system (if equipped) |
122 |
System operation |
122 |
Arming the system |
122 |
Disarming the system |
124 |
Sounding a panic alarm |
125 |
Valet mode |
125 |
Passive arming |
125 |
Child safety locks |
129 |
Windows |
130 |
Power windows |
130 |
Trunk lid (Sedan) |
133 |
To open and close the trunk lid from outside |
134 |
To open the trunk lid from inside |
134 |
To cancel the trunk lid release |
135 |
Internal trunk lid release handle |
135 |
Rear gate (Station wagon) |
138 |
Moonroof (if equipped) |
139 |
Tilting/sliding moonroof (Sedan) |
140 |
Dual moonroofs (Station wagon) |
141 |
3. Instruments and controls |
144 |
Ignition switch |
146 |
LOCK |
146 |
ACC |
147 |
ON |
148 |
START |
148 |
Key reminder chime |
148 |
Ignition switch light |
148 |
Key interlock release (AT vehicles only) |
148 |
Hazard warning flasher |
149 |
Meters and gauges |
150 |
Speedometer |
150 |
Odometer/Trip meter |
150 |
Tachometer |
151 |
Outside temperature indicator (if equipped) |
151 |
Fuel gauge |
151 |
Temperature gauge |
152 |
Warning and indicator lights |
153 |
Seatbelt warning light and chime |
153 |
SRS airbag system warning light |
153 |
CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp |
154 |
Charge warning light |
155 |
Oil pressure warning light |
155 |
AT OIL TEMPerature warning light (for AT vehicles) |
155 |
ABS warning light |
156 |
VDC (Vehicle Dynamics Control) warning light (if equipped) |
156 |
Brake system warning light |
157 |
Door open warning lights |
158 |
Low fuel warning light |
158 |
Front-wheel drive warning light (for AT vehicles except GT and vehicle with VDC) |
158 |
VDC (Vehicle Dynamics Control) operation indicator light (if equipped) |
158 |
VDC (Vehicle Dynamics Control) OFF indicator light (if equipped) |
159 |
Security system status indicator light (if equipped) |
159 |
Selector lever position indicator (AT vehicles) |
160 |
Gear position indicator (AT vehicle with SPORTSHIFT) |
160 |
Turn signal indicator lights |
160 |
High beam indicator light |
161 |
Cruise control set indicator light |
161 |
Clock |
161 |
Light control switch |
162 |
Headlights |
162 |
High/low beam change (dimmer) |
163 |
Headlight flasher |
163 |
Daytime running light system |
164 |
Turn signal lever |
164 |
Illumination brightness control |
165 |
Parking light switch |
166 |
Fog light switch (if equipped) |
167 |
Wiper and washer |
167 |
Fog light switch (if equipped) |
167 |
Wiper and washer |
167 |
Windshield wiper and washer switches |
169 |
Rear window wiper and washer switch (if equipped) |
170 |
Rear window defogger switch |
171 |
For vehicles with manual heating and air conditioning systems |
172 |
For vehicles with automatic climate control |
172 |
Windshield wiper deicer (if equipped) |
173 |
Mirrors |
174 |
Inside mirror |
174 |
Auto-dimming mirror/compass (if equipped) |
174 |
Outside mirrors |
176 |
Tilt steering wheel |
178 |
Horn |
179 |
4. Climate control |
180 |
Ventilator |
181 |
Driver’s side ventilators |
181 |
Center ventilators |
181 |
Front passenger’s side ventilators |
182 |
Front passenger’s side ventilators |
182 |
Air flow selection |
183 |
Manual heating and air conditioning system |
184 |
Control panel |
184 |
Heater operation |
186 |
Air conditioner operation |
189 |
Automatic climate control system (if equipped) |
190 |
Temperature sensors |
197 |
Operating tips for heater and air conditioner |
198 |
Cleaning ventilator grille |
198 |
Efficient cooling after parking in direct sunlight |
199 |
Lubrication oil circulation in the refrigerant circuit |
199 |
Checking air conditioning system before summer season |
199 |
Cooling and dehumidifying in high humidity and low temperature weather condition |
199 |
Air conditioner compressor shut-off when engine is heavily loaded |
199 |
Refrigerant for your climate control system |
199 |
Air filtration system (if equipped) |
200 |
5. Audio |
202 |
Antenna system |
203 |
Printed antenna |
203 |
Pillar mounted antenna |
204 |
Installation of accessories |
204 |
Audio set |
205 |
Type A and type B audio set |
205 |
Type C audio set |
205 |
McIntosh audio set |
206 |
In-dash 6 CD auto changer (Optional audio unit ‐ if equipped) |
206 |
Type A and B audio set (if equipped) |
207 |
Radio operation |
218 |
Type C audio set (if equipped) |
218 |
Radio operation |
218 |
Built-in CD changer operation |
224 |
OnStarR system operation (models with OnStarR system) |
228 |
McIntosh audio set (if equipped) |
228 |
Radio operation |
229 |
Built-in CD changer operation |
235 |
OnStarR system operation (models with OnStarR system) |
239 |
In-dash 6 CD auto changer (if equipped) |
240 |
Precautions to observe when handling a compact disc (CD) |
243 |
6. Interior equipment |
246 |
Interior light |
247 |
Dome light |
247 |
Cargo area light (if equipped) |
247 |
Map light (if equipped) |
248 |
Sun visors |
249 |
Vanity mirror (if equipped) |
250 |
Storage compartment |
250 |
Glove box |
251 |
Center console |
251 |
Coin compartment |
252 |
Overhead console (if equipped) |
252 |
Cup holder |
253 |
Front cup holder |
253 |
Rear passenger’s cup holder (if equipped) |
254 |
Cigarette lighter socket (if equipped) |
255 |
Use with a cigarette lighter |
255 |
Using as an accessory power outlet |
256 |
Ashtray |
257 |
Front ashtray |
257 |
Rear ashtray (if equipped) |
258 |
OnStarR system (if equipped) |
258 |
OnStar services button |
259 |
OnStar emergency button |
259 |
OnStar communication button (White DOT) |
259 |
System status light |
259 |
Volume control |
260 |
OnStar subscription plans* |
260 |
OnStar services |
260 |
OnStar personal calling |
262 |
OnStar virtual advisor |
262 |
OnStar system limitations |
263 |
Accessory power outlet |
264 |
In the luggage compartment (if equipped) |
264 |
Convenience hook |
265 |
Coat hook |
265 |
Shopping bag hook |
265 |
Floor mat (if equipped) |
266 |
Luggage cover (if equipped) |
267 |
Using the cover |
268 |
To remove the cover |
268 |
Convenient tie-down hooks (if equipped) |
269 |
Subfloor storage (if equipped) |
270 |
7. Starting and operating |
274 |
Fuel |
275 |
Fuel requirements |
275 |
Fuel filler lid and cap |
277 |
State emission testing (U.S. only) |
280 |
Preparing to drive |
282 |
Starting the engine |
283 |
Starting the engine for a manual transmission vehicle |
283 |
Starting the engine for an automatic transmission vehicle |
283 |
Starting the engine during cold weather below ‐4°F (‐20 °C) |
284 |
Starting a flooded engine |
284 |
Stopping the engine |
285 |
Manual transmission |
285 |
Shifting speeds |
286 |
Driving tips |
287 |
Automatic transmission (L, L-S, OUTBACK) |
288 |
Selector lever |
289 |
Shift lock release |
293 |
Automatic transmission (with SPORTSHIFT mode ‐ 2.5GT, 2.5GTLO) |
294 |
Selector lever |
295 |
Selection of SPORTSHIFT mode (manual mode) |
298 |
Shift lock release |
301 |
Rear viscous limited slip differential (LSD) (if equipped) |
302 |
Power steering |
303 |
Braking |
303 |
Braking tips |
303 |
Brake system |
304 |
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators |
304 |
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) |
305 |
ABS system self-check |
305 |
ABS warning light |
306 |
VDC (Vehicle Dynamics Control) system (if equipped) |
307 |
VDC system monitor |
309 |
VDC OFF switch |
311 |
Parking your vehicle |
313 |
Cruise control (if equipped) |
315 |
To set cruise control |
316 |
To temporarily cancel the cruise control |
317 |
To turn off the cruise control |
317 |
To change the cruising speed |
318 |
8. Driving tips |
320 |
New vehicle break-in driving ‐ the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) |
321 |
Fuel economy hints |
321 |
Engine exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) |
322 |
Catalytic converter |
323 |
Periodic inspections |
324 |
Driving in foreign countries |
325 |
Driving tips for AWD vehicles |
325 |
Off road driving |
327 |
Winter driving |
330 |
Operation during cold weather |
330 |
Driving on snowy and icy roads |
331 |
Corrosion protection |
332 |
Snow tires |
333 |
Tire chains |
334 |
Rocking the vehicle |
335 |
Loading your vehicle |
336 |
Vehicle capacity weight |
337 |
GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating) |
338 |
Roof rail and crossbar (if equipped) |
339 |
Trailer hitch (if equipped) |
344 |
Connecting a trailer |
344 |
When you do not tow a trailer |
346 |
Trailer towing |
347 |
Warranties and maintenance |
347 |
Maximum load limits |
348 |
Trailer hitches |
353 |
Connecting a trailer |
354 |
Trailer towing tips |
356 |
9. In case of emergency |
360 |
If you park your vehicle in an emergency |
361 |
Temporary spare tire |
362 |
Flat tires |
364 |
Jump starting |
374 |
How to jump start |
375 |
Engine overheating |
378 |
If steam is coming from the engine compartment |
378 |
If no steam is coming from the engine compartment |
378 |
Towing |
379 |
Towing and tie-down hooks |
380 |
Using a flat-bed truck |
386 |
Towing with all wheels on the ground |
387 |
Moonroof ‐ if the moonroof cannot be closed |
388 |
Maintenance tools |
390 |
Jack and jack handle |
391 |
10. Appearance care |
394 |
Exterior care |
395 |
Washing |
395 |
Waxing and polishing |
396 |
Cleaning aluminum wheels |
397 |
Cleaning fog light lens (for OUTBACK) |
397 |
Corrosion protection |
398 |
Most common causes of corrosion |
398 |
To help prevent corrosion |
399 |
Cleaning the interior |
400 |
Seat fabric |
400 |
Leather seat materials |
400 |
Synthetic leather upholstery |
400 |
Climate control panel, audio panel, instrument panel, console panel, switches, combination meter, and other plastic surface |
401 |
11. Maintenance and service |
402 |
Maintenance schedule |
404 |
Maintenance precautions |
404 |
Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment |
405 |
When you do checking or servicing in the engine compartment while the engine is running |
406 |
Engine hood |
406 |
Engine compartment overview |
409 |
Engine oil |
412 |
Checking the oil level |
412 |
Changing the oil and oil filter |
413 |
Recommended grade and viscosity |
416 |
Recommended grade and viscosity under severe driving conditions |
417 |
Cooling system |
418 |
Hose and connections |
419 |
Engine coolant |
419 |
Air cleaner element |
423 |
Replacing the air cleaner element |
423 |
Spark plugs |
426 |
Recommended spark plugs |
426 |
Drive belts |
427 |
Manual transmission oil |
428 |
Checking the oil level |
428 |
Recommended grade and viscosity |
428 |
Automatic transmission fluid |
429 |
Checking the fluid level |
429 |
Recommended fluid |
431 |
Front differential gear oil (AT vehicles) |
431 |
Checking the oil level |
431 |
Recommended grade and viscosity |
432 |
Rear differential gear oil |
433 |
Checking the gear oil level |
433 |
Recommended grade and viscosity |
435 |
Power steering fluid |
436 |
Checking the fluid level |
436 |
Recommended fluid |
437 |
Brake fluid |
437 |
Checking the fluid level |
437 |
Recommended brake fluid |
438 |
Clutch fluid (MT vehicles) |
439 |
Checking the fluid level |
439 |
Recommended clutch fluid |
439 |
Brake booster |
440 |
Brake pedal |
440 |
Checking the brake pedal free play |
440 |
Checking the brake pedal reserve distance |
441 |
Clutch pedal (Manual transmission vehicles) |
441 |
Checking the clutch function |
441 |
Checking the clutch pedal free play |
442 |
Replacement of brake pad and lining |
442 |
Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings |
443 |
Parking brake stroke |
444 |
Tires and wheels |
444 |
Types of tires |
444 |
Tire inspection |
445 |
Tire pressures and wear |
445 |
Wheel balance |
448 |
Wear indicators |
448 |
Tire rotation |
449 |
Tire replacement |
449 |
Wheel replacement |
450 |
Wheel covers |
451 |
Aluminum wheels (if equipped) |
452 |
Windshield washer fluid |
452 |
Replacement of wiper blades |
453 |
Replacement wiper blade assembly |
454 |
Replacement wiper blade rubber |
454 |
Battery |
459 |
Fuses |
460 |
Main fuse |
462 |
Installation of accessories |
463 |
Replacing bulbs |
464 |
Headlight |
466 |
Front fog light (if equipped) |
470 |
Front turn signal light, parking light and side marker light |
470 |
Rear combination lights |
472 |
License plate light |
477 |
Map light, dome light, luggage compartment light and door step light |
477 |
Trunk light |
480 |
High mount stop light |
480 |
12. Specifications |
482 |
Specifications |
483 |
Dimensions |
483 |
Engine |
484 |
Electrical system |
484 |
Capacities |
485 |
Tires |
486 |
Wheel alignment |
486 |
Fuses and circuits |
487 |
Fuse panel located behind the coin tray |
487 |
Fuse panel located in the engine compartment |
490 |
Bulb chart |
493 |
Vehicle identification |
494 |
13. Consumer information and Reporting safety defects |
496 |
Tire information |
497 |
Tire labeling |
497 |
Recommended tire inflation pressure |
500 |
Glossary of tire terminology |
502 |
Tire care ‐ maintenance and safety practices |
503 |
Vehicle load limit ‐ how to determine |
504 |
Determining compatibility of tire and vehicle load capacities |
508 |
Adverse safety consequences of overloading on handling and stopping and on tires |
509 |
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit |
509 |
Uniform tire quality grading standards |
510 |
Treadwear |
510 |
Traction AA, A, B, C |
510 |
Temperature A, B, C |
511 |
Reporting safety defects (USA) |
512 |