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Keys and doors " Locking the passengers' windows ! Passengers' side switches B A UB2540BA UB2206CB To lock the passengers' windows, push the lock switch. When the lock switch is in the "LOCK" position, the passengers' windows cannot be opened or closed. Front passenger's window switch A) Open B) Close To open the window, push the switch down and hold it until the window reaches the desired position. 2-34

Section	Page
1. Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags	32
Front seats	33
Manual seat	34
Power seat (if equipped)	36
Reclining the seatback	37
Head restraint adjustment	39
Active head restraint	39
Lumbar support (if equipped)	40
Seat heater (if equipped)	41
Rear seats	42
Folding down the rear seat – Station wagon	43
Head restraint adjustment	43
Armrest (if equipped)	45
Loading long objects (Sedan)	46
Seatbelts	47
Seatbelt safety tips	47
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)	49
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR)	49
Seatbelt warning light and chime	50
Fastening the seatbelt	52
Seatbelt maintenance	64
Front seatbelt pretensioners	64
System monitors	66
System servicing	67
Precautions against vehicle modification	68
Child restraint systems	69
Where to place a child restraint system	71
Choosing a child restraint system	72
Installing child restraint systems with A/ELR seatbelt	73
Installing a booster seat	78
Installation of child restraint systems by use of lower and tether anchorages (LATCH)	80
Top tether anchorages	86
*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag)	90
Vehicle with SRS airbags and lap/ shoulder restraints for driver, front passenger, and window-side rear passengers	90
Subaru advanced frontal airbag system	96
SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag	111
SRS airbag system monitors	120
SRS airbag system servicing	122
Precautions against vehicle modification	123
2. Keys and doors	126
Keys	127
Key number	128
Immobilizer (if equipped)	129
Security ID plate	130
Security indicator light	130
Key replacement	131
Door locks	131
Locking and unlocking from the outside	131
Locking and unlocking from the inside	133
Battery drainage prevention function	134
Power door locking switches	135
Key lock-in prevention function	136
Remote keyless entry system (if equipped)	137
Locking the doors	138
Unlocking the doors	139
Unlocking the trunk lid/rear gate	139
Illuminated entry	140
Vehicle finder function	140
Sounding a panic alarm	140
Selecting audible signal operation	140
Replacing the battery	141
Replacing lost transmitters	142
Alarm system	148
System alarm operation	148
Activating and deactivating the alarm system	148
If you have accidentally triggered the alarm system	149
Arming the system	149
Disarming the system	151
Valet mode	152
Passive arming	152
Tripped sensor identification	154
Shock sensors (dealer option)	154
Child safety locks	155
Windows	156
Power windows	156
Trunk lid (Sedan)	160
To open and close the trunk lid from outside	160
To open the trunk lid from inside	161
To lock and unlock the trunk lid release lever	161
Internal trunk lid release handle	162
Rear gate (Station wagon)	164
Moonroof (if equipped)	166
Tilting/sliding moonroof (Sedan)	167
Moonroof (Station wagon)	169
3. Instruments and controls	172
Ignition switch	174
LOCK	175
ACC	175
ON	175
START	176
Key reminder chime	177
Ignition switch light	177
Hazard warning flasher	178
Meters and gauges (Turbo models)	178
Combination meter illumination	178
Canceling the function for meter/ gauge needle movement and combination meter sequential illumination upon turning on the ign	179
Speedometer	180
Odometer	180
Double trip meter	181
Tachometer	182
Fuel gauge	182
Temperature gauge	184
Meters and gauges (Non-turbo models)	185
Combination meter illumination	185
Canceling the function for meter/ gauge needle movement upon turning on the ignition switch	186
Speedometer	186
Odometer	187
Double trip meter	187
Tachometer	188
Fuel gauge	189
Temperature gauge	190
Warning and indicator lights	191
Seatbelt warning light and chime	192
SRS airbag system warning light	195
Front passenger’s frontal airbag ON and OFF indicators	195
CHECK ENGINE warning light/ Malfunction indicator lamp	196
Charge warning light	197
Oil pressure warning light	197
AT OIL TEMPerature warning light (AT vehicles)	198
Low tire pressure warning light (if equipped)	198
ABS warning light	199
Brake system warning light	200
Low fuel warning light	201
Door open warning light	202
All-wheel drive warning light (AT vehicles)	202
Vehicle Dynamics Control operation indicator light (if equipped)	202
Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light (if equipped)/Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator light (if equipped)	203
Security indicator light	204
SPORT mode indicator light (AT vehicles)	205
Selector lever position indicator (AT vehicles)	205
Gear position indicator (AT vehicles)	205
Turn signal indicator lights	205
High beam indicator light	206
Cruise control indicator light	206
Cruise control set indicator light	206
Headlight indicator light	206
Front fog light indicator light	206
Clock	207
Information display (if equipped)	208
Outside temperature indicator	208
Current fuel consumption	210
Average fuel consumption	211
Driving range on remaining fuel	212
Journey time	214
Light control switch	215
Headlights	216
High/low beam change (dimmer)	216
Headlight flasher	217
Daytime running light system	217
Turn signal lever	218
Illumination brightness control	218
Bright switch (Night illumination dimness cancellation)	219
Parking light switch	220
Fog light switch (if equipped)	221
Wiper and washer	222
Windshield wiper and washer switches	223
Rear window wiper and washer switch (Station wagon)	226
Windshield wiper deicer (if equipped)	227
Rear window defogger button	228
Mirrors	230
Inside mirror	230
Auto-dimming mirror/compass (if equipped)	230
Outside mirrors	232
Tilt steering wheel	234
Horn	235
4. Climate control	236
Ventilator	237
Air flow selection	237
Center and side ventilators	238
Manual climate control system (if equipped)	239
Control panel	239
Heater operation	242
Air conditioner operation	244
Automatic climate control system (if equipped)	245
Temperature sensors	251
Operating tips for heater and air conditioner	252
Cleaning ventilator grille	252
Efficient cooling after parking in direct sunlight	253
Lubrication oil circulation in the refrigerant circuit	253
Checking air conditioning system before summer season	253
Cooling and dehumidifying in high humidity and low temperature weather condition	253
Air conditioner compressor shut-off when engine is heavily loaded	253
Refrigerant for your climate control system	253
Air filtration system (if equipped)	254
5. Audio	256
Antenna system	257
Printed antenna	257
FM reception	257
Installation of accessories	258
Audio set	258
Type A audio set	258
Type B audio set	259
Type C audio set	259
Type A audio set (if equipped)	260
Radio operation	261
Compact disc player operation	266
Type B audio set (if equipped)	273
Radio operation	274
Built-in CD changer operation	279
Type C audio set (if equipped)	292
Radio operation	293
Built-in CD changer operation	298
Audio control buttons (if equipped)	311
Precautions to observe when handling a compact disc	313
MP3 audio	315
What is MP3?	315
Creating MP3 files	315
Saving MP3 files on a disc	315
Supported file systems	316
Compression format	316
Numbers of folders and files	316
Copyright issues	316
6. Interior equipment	318
Interior light	319
Dome light	319
Cargo area light (Station wagon)	320
Map light	320
Sun visors	322
Sun visor extension plate	322
Vanity mirror with light	323
Storage compartment	324
Glove box	324
Center console box	325
Center panel compartment	327
Overhead console (if equipped)	328
Cup holder	328
Front passenger’s cup holder	329
Rear passenger’s cup holder	330
Accessory power outlets	331
Cigarette lighter socket	333
Use with a cigarette lighter	334
Using as an accessory power outlet	335
Ashtray	336
Front ashtray	336
Coat hook	337
Rear passenger area	337
Shopping bag hook	338
Floor mat	339
Cargo area cover	340
Using the cover	340
To remove the cover housing	341
To remove the rear gate board	341
Stowage of the cargo area cover and rear gate board	342
To install the cover housing	343
To install the rear gate board	344
Stowage boxes (Station wagon)	345
Convenient tie-down hooks (if equipped)	346
Under-floor storage compartment	347
HomeLink® Wireless Control System (if equipped)	348
Garage door opener programming in the U.S.A.	350
Programming rolling-code-protected garage door openers in the U.S.A.	351
Programming for entrance gates and garage door openers in Canada	353
Programming other devices	354
Operating the HomeLink® Wireless Control System	354
Reprogramming a single HomeLink® button	354
Erasing HomeLink® button memory	354
In case a problem occurs	355
7. Starting and operating	356
Fuel	357
Fuel requirements	357
Fuel filler lid and cap	359
State emission testing (U.S. only)	363
Preparing to drive	365
Starting the engine	365
Manual transmission vehicle	365
Automatic transmission vehicle	366
Stopping the engine	367
Manual transmission	368
Shifting speeds	369
Driving tips	370
Automatic transmission – 4 speed	371
Selector lever	372
Selector lever reverse inhibiting function	374
Selection of manual mode	375
Maximum speeds	376
Driving tips	378
SPORT mode	378
Shift lock release	379
Automatic transmission – 5 speed	380
Selector lever	381
Selector lever reverse inhibiting function	383
Selection of manual mode	385
Maximum speeds	387
Driving tips	388
SPORT mode	389
Shift lock release	390
Rear viscous limited slip differential (LSD) (if equipped)	391
Power steering	391
Braking	392
Braking tips	392
Brake system	392
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators	393
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)	393
ABS system self-check	394
ABS warning light	394
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system	396
Steps to take if EBD system fails	396
Vehicle Dynamics Control system (if equipped)	398
Vehicle Dynamics Control system monitor	400
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch	403
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (if equipped)	404
Parking your vehicle	406
Cruise control	408
To set cruise control	408
To temporarily cancel the cruise control	410
To turn off the cruise control	411
To change the cruising speed	411
Cruise control indicator light	412
Cruise control set indicator light	413
8. Driving tips	414
New vehicle break-in driving – the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km)	415
Fuel economy hints	415
Engine exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)	416
Catalytic converter	417
Periodic inspections	419
Driving in foreign countries	420
Driving tips for AWD vehicles	420
Off road driving	422
Winter driving	425
Operation during cold weather	425
Driving on snowy and icy roads	426
Corrosion protection	427
Snow tires	428
Tire chains	430
Rocking the vehicle	430
Loading your vehicle	431
Vehicle capacity weight	432
GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating)	433
Roof rail and crossbar (if equipped)	434
Trailer hitch (if equipped)	440
Connecting a trailer	440
When you do not tow a trailer	443
Trailer towing	444
Warranties and maintenance	444
Maximum load limits	444
Trailer hitches	450
Connecting a trailer	451
Trailer towing tips	453
9. In case of emergency	456
If you park your vehicle in an emergency	457
Temporary spare tire	458
Flat tires	460
Changing a flat tire	460
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (if equipped)	471
Jump starting	472
How to jump start	473
Engine overheating	475
If steam is coming from the engine compartment	475
If no steam is coming from the engine compartment	475
Towing	476
Towing and tie-down hooks	477
Using a flat-bed truck	482
Towing with all wheels on the ground	483
Rear gate – if the rear gate cannot be unlocked	484
Moonroof – if the moonroof cannot be closed	485
Maintenance tools	488
Jack	488
Jack handle	489
Other maintenance tools	490
10. Appearance care	492
Exterior care	493
Washing	493
Waxing and polishing	494
Cleaning aluminum wheels	495
Corrosion protection	495
Most common causes of corrosion	495
To help prevent corrosion	496
Cleaning the interior	497
Seat fabric	497
Leather seat materials	497
Synthetic leather upholstery	497
Climate control panel, audio panel, instrument panel, console panel, switches, combination meter, and other plastic surface	498
11. Maintenance and service	500
Maintenance schedule	502
Maintenance precautions	502
Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment	503
When you do checking or servicing in the engine compartment while the engine is running	504
Engine hood	504
Engine compartment overview	507
Engine oil	511
Checking the oil level	511
Changing the oil and oil filter	512
Recommended grade and viscosity	515
Recommended grade and viscosity under severe driving conditions	516
Cooling system	517
Hose and connections	518
Engine coolant	518
Air cleaner element	523
Replacing the air cleaner element	523
Spark plugs	528
Recommended spark plugs	528
Drive belts	529
Manual transmission oil	530
Checking the oil level	530
Recommended grade and viscosity	531
Automatic transmission fluid	532
Checking the fluid level	532
Recommended fluid	534
Front differential gear oil (AT vehicles)	534
Checking the oil level	534
Recommended grade and viscosity	535
Rear differential gear oil	536
Checking the gear oil level	536
Recommended grade and viscosity	539
Power steering fluid	540
Checking the fluid level	540
Recommended fluid	541
Brake fluid	541
Checking the fluid level	541
Recommended brake fluid	542
Clutch fluid (MT vehicles)	542
Checking the fluid level	542
Recommended clutch fluid	543
Brake booster	543
Brake pedal	544
Checking the brake pedal free play	544
Checking the brake pedal reserve distance	544
Clutch pedal (Manual transmission vehicles)	545
Checking the clutch function	545
Checking the clutch pedal free play	545
Replacement of brake pad and lining	546
Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings	546
Parking brake stroke	547
Tires and wheels	548
Types of tires	548
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (if equipped)	548
Tire inspection	550
Tire pressures and wear	551
Wheel balance	553
Wear indicators	554
Tire rotation	554
Tire replacement	555
Wheel replacement	556
Aluminum wheels	556
Windshield washer fluid	557
Replacement of wiper blades	559
Windshield wiper blades assembly	559
Windshield wiper blade rubber	560
Rear window wiper blade assembly	562
Rear window wiper blade rubber	563
Battery	566
Fuses	567
Main fuse	570
Installation of accessories	571
Replacing bulbs	572
Headlight	573
Parking light	575
Front turn signal light	575
Front fog light (if equipped)	575
Rear combination lights	575
Backup light (Station wagon)	578
License plate light	579
Dome light	581
Map light	582
Door step light	583
Cargo area light	584
Trunk light	585
High mount stop light	585
12. Specifications	586
Specifications	587
Dimensions	587
Engine	588
Electrical system	588
Capacities	589
Tires	590
Wheel alignment	590
Fuses and circuits	591
Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment	591
Fuse panel located in the engine compartment	593
Bulb chart	595
Vehicle identification	596
13. Consumer information and Reporting safety defects	598
Tire information	599
Tire labeling	599
Recommended tire inflation pressure	603
Glossary of tire terminology	605
Tire care – maintenance and safety practices	606
Vehicle load limit – how to determine	607
Determining compatibility of tire and vehicle load capacities	611
Adverse safety consequences of overloading on handling and stopping and on tires	612
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit	612
Uniform tire quality grading standards	613
Treadwear	613
Traction AA, A, B, C	613
Temperature A, B, C	614
Reporting safety defects (USA)	615