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A8110BE.book 18 ページ 8-18 Driving tips Trailer towing Your vehicle is designed and intended to be used primarily as a passenger-carrying vehicle. Towing a trailer puts additional loads on your vehicle's engine, drivetrain, brakes, tires and suspension and has an adverse effect on fuel economy. If you do decide to tow a trailer, your safety and satisfaction depend upon proper use of correct equipment and cautious operation of your vehicle. Seek the advice of your SUBARU dealer to assist you in purchasing a hitch and other necessary towing equipment appropriate for your vehicle. In addition, be sure to follow the instructions on correct installation and use provided by the trailer and other towing equipment manufacturers. SUBARU assumes no responsibility for injuries or vehicle damage that result from trailer towing equipment, or from any errors or omissions in the instructions accompanying such equipment or for your failure to follow the proper instructions. required due to the additional load. (Refer to "Maintenance schedule under severe driving conditions" in the "Warranty and Maintenance Booklet".) Under no circumstances should a trailer be towed with a new vehicle or a vehicle with any new powertrain component (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearings, etc.) for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of driving. Before towing a trailer, check the trailer total weight, GVW, GAWs and tongue load. Make sure the load and its distribution in your vehicle and trailer are acceptable. Total trailer weight Maximum load limits Never exceed the maximum load limits explained in the following. Exceeding the maximum load limits could cause personal injury and/or vehicle damage. Total trailer weight 800211 Warranties and maintenance SUBARU warranties do not apply to vehicle damage or malfunction caused by trailer towing. If you use your vehicle to tow a trailer, more frequent maintenance will be Adequate size trailer brakes are required when the trailer and its cargo exceed 1,000 lbs (453 kg) total weight. The total trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo load) must never exceed the maximum weight shown in the following table.

Section	Page
Foreword	1
Warranties	4
Warranties for U.S.A.	4
Warranties for Canada	4
How to use this Owner’s Manual	4
Using your Owner’s Manual	4
Safety warnings	5
Safety symbol	5
Vehicle symbols	6
Safety precautions when driving	7
Seatbelt and SRS airbag	7
Child safety	8
Engine exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)	9
Drinking and driving	9
Drugs and driving	9
Driving when tired or sleepy	10
Modification of your vehicle	10
Car phone/cell phone and driving	10
Driving with pets	10
Tire pressures	10
California proposition 65 warning	11
Table of contents	12
Illustrated index	13
Exterior	13
Interior	15
Instrument panel	17
Light control and wiper control levers/switches	18
Combination meter	19
Tire changing tools	28
Cargo area cover	29
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags	30
Front seats	31
Manual seat	32
Power seat (if equipped)	33
Lumbar support (Driver’s seat only)	34
Head restraint adjustment	35
Active head restraint	35
Seat heater (if equipped)	36
Rear seats	36
Head restraint adjustment	37
Folding down the rear seatback	38
Armrest (if equipped)	39
Seatbelts	39
Seatbelt safety tips	39
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)	40
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR)	41
Seatbelt warning light and chime	41
Fastening the seatbelt	42
Seatbelt maintenance	48
Seatbelt extender	49
Front seatbelt pretensioners	50
System monitors	51
System servicing	52
Precautions against vehicle modification	52
Child restraint systems	53
Where to place a child restraint system	54
Choosing a child restraint system	55
Installing child restraint systems with A/ELR seatbelt	56
Installing a booster seat	59
Installation of child restraint systems by use of lower and tether anchorages (LATCH)	61
Top tether anchorages	63
*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag)	65
Vehicle with driver’s and front passenger’s SRS airbags and lap/shoulder restraints	65
Subaru advanced frontal airbag system	69
SRS side airbag (if equipped)	81
SRS airbag system monitors	86
SRS airbag system servicing	87
Precautions against vehicle modification	88
Keys and doors	90
Keys	91
Key number	91
Immobilizer (if equipped)	92
Security ID plate	92
Security indicator light	92
Key replacement	93
Door locks	93
Locking and unlocking from the outside	93
Locking and unlocking from the inside	94
Power door locking switches	95
Key lock-in prevention function	95
Remote keyless entry system	95
Locking the doors	96
Unlocking the doors	96
Illuminated entry	97
Vehicle finder function	97
Sounding a panic alarm	97
Selecting audible signal operation	97
Replacing the battery	97
Replacing lost transmitters	98
Alarm system	101
System operation	101
Activating and deactivating the alarm system	102
If you have accidentally triggered the alarm system	102
Arming the system	102
Disarming the system	103
Valet mode	104
Passive arming	104
Tripped sensor identification	105
Shock sensors (dealer option)	105
Child safety locks	106
Windows	107
Power windows	107
Rear gate	109
Moonroof (if equipped)	110
To open the moonroof	110
To close the moonroof	110
Anti-entrapment function	110
Instruments and controls	112
Ignition switch	114
LOCK	114
ACC	115
ON	115
START	115
Key reminder chime	116
Ignition switch light (if equipped)	116
Key interlock release (AT vehicles only)	116
Hazard warning flasher	117
Meters and gauges	117
Speedometer	117
Odometer/Trip meter	117
Tachometer	118
Fuel gauge	118
Temperature gauge	119
Outside temperature indicator	119
Warning and indicator lights	120
Seatbelt warning light and chime	120
SRS airbag system warning light	121
Front passenger’s frontal airbag ON and OFF indicators	122
CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp	122
Charge warning light	123
Oil pressure warning light	123
AT OIL TEMPerature warning light (AT vehicles)	123
ABS warning light	124
Brake system warning light	124
Door open warning lights	125
Low fuel warning light	125
All-Wheel Drive warning light (AT vehicles)	126
Shift position indicator (AT vehicles)	126
Turn signal indicator lights	126
High beam indicator light	126
Cruise control indicator light	126
Cruise control set indicator light	127
Clock	127
Light control switch	128
Headlights	128
High/low beam change (dimmer)	128
Headlight flasher	129
Daytime running light system	129
Turn signal lever	130
Illumination brightness control	130
Headlight beam leveler (Canada-spec. 2.5XT)	131
Parking light switch	131
Front fog light button	131
Wiper and washer	132
Windshield wiper and washer switches	133
Rear window wiper and washer switch	134
Windshield wiper deicer (if equipped)	135
Rear window defogger button	135
Mirrors	136
Inside mirror	136
Outside mirrors	138
Tilt steering wheel	139
Horn	140
Climate control	142
Ventilator	143
Air flow selection	143
Center and side ventilators	144
Manual climate control system (if equipped)	144
Control panel	144
Heater operation	146
Air conditioner operation	148
Automatic climate control system (if equipped)	149
Control panel	149
To use as full-automatic climate control system	149
To use as semi-automatic climate control system	149
Fan speed control dial	150
Temperature control dial	150
Air flow control dial	150
Air inlet selection button	151
Air conditioner button	151
Temperature sensors	152
Operating tips for heater and air conditioner	152
Cleaning ventilation grille	152
Efficient cooling after parking in direct sunlight	152
Lubrication oil circulation in the refrigerant circuit	153
Checking air conditioning system before summer season	153
Cooling and dehumidifying in high humidity and low temperature weather conditions	153
Air conditioner compressor shut-off when engine is heavily loaded	153
Refrigerant for your climate control system	153
Air filtration system (if equipped)	153
Replacing an air filter	154
Audio	156
Antenna system	157
FM reception	157
Installation of accessories	157
Audio set	158
Type A audio set	158
Type B audio set	158
In-dash 6 CD auto changer (Optional audio unit - if equipped)	158
Type A audio set (if equipped)	159
Radio operation	159
Compact disc player operation	162
CD changer control (if optional in-dash CD changer is connected)	164
Type B audio set (if equipped)	166
Radio operation	166
Built-in CD changer control	170
Auxiliary unit operation	175
In-dash 6 CD auto changer (if equipped)	178
Loading and unloading compact discs	178
Precautions to observe when handling a compact disc	180
Interior equipment	182
Interior lights	183
Dome light	183
Cargo area light	183
Map lights	184
Sun visors	184
Vanity mirror	184
Storage compartments	185
Glove box	185
Center console	185
Overhead console	187
Dashboard storage compartment	187
Convenience net	187
Pocket (if equipped)	188
Cup holders	188
Front passenger’s cup holder	189
Rear passenger’s cup holder	189
Accessory power outlets	189
Use with a cigarette lighter (Canada only, if equipped)	191
Ashtray (Canada only, if equipped)	192
Floor mat	193
Coat hook	193
Cargo area cover (if equipped)	194
Using the cover	194
To remove the cover housing	194
Stowage of the cover	194
To install the cover housing	194
Shopping bag hook	195
Cargo tie-down hooks	195
Cargo area bars	195
Under-floor storage compartment	196
Starting and operating	200
Fuel	201
Fuel requirements	201
Fuel filler lid and cap	202
State emission testing (U.S. only)	204
Preparing to drive	205
Starting the engine	206
Manual transmission vehicle	206
Automatic transmission vehicle	206
Stopping the engine	207
Manual transmission	208
Shifting speeds	208
Driving tips	209
Automatic transmission	209
Selector lever for automatic transmission	210
Shift lock release	213
Rear viscous limited slip differential (LSD) (if equipped)	214
Power steering	214
Braking	214
Braking tips	214
Brake system	215
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators	215
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)	215
ABS system self-check	216
ABS warning light	216
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system	217
Steps to take if EBD system fails	217
Parking your vehicle	218
Parking brake	219
Parking tips	219
Hill holder (Manual transmission - if equipped)	220
Cruise control	221
To set cruise control	221
To temporarily cancel the cruise control	222
To turn off the cruise control	222
To change the cruising speed	222
Self-leveling rear suspension (if equipped)	224
Driving tips	226
New vehicle break-in driving - the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km)	227
Fuel economy hints	227
Engine exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)	227
Catalytic converter	228
Periodic inspections	229
Driving in foreign countries	229
Driving tips for AWD vehicles	230
Off road driving	231
Winter driving	232
Operation during cold weather	232
Driving on snowy and icy roads	234
Corrosion protection	235
Snow tires	235
Tire chains	235
Rocking the vehicle	236
Loading your vehicle	236
Vehicle capacity weight	237
GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating)	237
Roof rail and crossbar (if equipped)	238
Trailer hitch (if equipped)	241
Connecting a trailer	241
When you do not tow a trailer	242
Trailer towing	243
Warranties and maintenance	243
Maximum load limits	243
Trailer hitches	246
Connecting a trailer	247
Trailer towing tips	248
In case of emergency	252
If you park your vehicle in case of an emergency	253
Temporary spare tire (if equipped)	253
Flat tires	254
Changing a flat tire	254
Jump starting	258
How to jump start	259
Engine overheating	261
If steam is coming from the engine compartment	261
If no steam is coming from the engine compartment	261
Towing	261
Towing and tie-down hooks	262
Using a flat-bed truck	263
Towing with all wheels on the ground	263
Rear gate - if the rear gate cannot be unlocked	264
Moonroof - if the moonroof cannot be closed	264
Maintenance tools	265
Jack and jack handle	265
Appearance care	268
Exterior care	269
Washing	269
Waxing and polishing	270
Cleaning aluminum wheels	270
Corrosion protection	270
Most common causes of corrosion	270
To help prevent corrosion	271
Cleaning the interior	271
Seat fabric	271
Leather seat materials	272
Synthetic leather upholstery	272
Ashtray (Canada only, if equipped)	272
Climate control panel, audio panel, instrument panel, console panel, switches, combination meter, and other plastic surfaces	272
Maintenance and service	274
Maintenance schedule	276
Maintenance precautions	276
Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment	277
When you do checking or servicing in the engine compartment while the engine is running	277
Engine hood	277
Engine compartment overview	279
Non-turbo models	279
Turbo models	280
Engine oil	281
Checking the oil level	281
Changing the oil and oil filter	281
Recommended grade and viscosity	283
Recommended grade and viscosity under severe driving conditions	284
Synthetic oil	284
Cooling system	284
Cooling fan, hose and connections	285
Engine coolant	285
Air cleaner element	288
Replacing the air cleaner element	288
Spark plugs	290
Recommended spark plugs	290
Drive belts	291
Manual transmission oil	291
Checking the oil level	291
Recommended grade and viscosity	292
Automatic transmission fluid	293
Checking the fluid level	293
Recommended fluid	294
Front differential gear oil (AT vehicles)	294
Checking the oil level	294
Recommended grade and viscosity	295
Rear differential gear oil	295
Checking the gear oil level	295
Recommended grade and viscosity	296
Power steering fluid	296
Checking the fluid level	296
Recommended fluid	297
Brake fluid	298
Checking the fluid level	298
Recommended brake fluid	298
Clutch fluid (MT vehicles)	299
Checking the fluid level	299
Recommended clutch fluid	299
Brake booster	300
Brake pedal	300
Checking the brake pedal free play	300
Checking the brake pedal reserve distance	300
Clutch pedal (MT vehicles)	301
Checking the clutch function	301
Checking the clutch pedal free play	301
Hill holder (MT vehicles - if equipped)	301
Replacement of brake pad and lining	302
Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings	302
Parking brake stroke	303
Tires and wheels	303
Types of tires	303
Tire inspection	303
Tire pressures and wear	304
Wheel balance	305
Wear indicators	306
Tire rotation direction mark	306
Tire rotation	307
Tire replacement	307
Wheel replacement	308
Aluminum wheels (if equipped)	308
Windshield washer fluid	308
Replacement of wiper blades	310
Windshield wiper blades	310
Rear window wiper blade	311
Battery	313
Fuses	314
Main fuse	315
Installation of accessories	316
Replacing bulbs	317
Headlights (Canada-spec. 2.5XT)	318
Headlights (Except Canada- spec. 2.5XT)	319
Rear combination lights	320
License plate light	321
Dome light and map light	321
High mount stop light	322
Specifications	324
Specifications	325
Dimensions	325
Engine	326
Electrical system	326
Capacities	327
Tires	328
Wheel alignment	328
Fuses and circuits	329
Fuse panel located behind the instrument panel	329
Fuse panel located in the engine compartment	331
Bulb chart	332
Vehicle identification	333
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects	334
Tire information	335
Tire labeling	335
Recommended tire inflation pressure	338
Glossary of tire terminology	339
Tire care - maintenance and safety practices	340
Vehicle load limit - how to determine	341
Determining compatibility of tire and vehicle load capacities	343
Adverse safety consequences of overloading on handling and stopping and on tires	344
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit	344
Uniform tire quality grading standards	345
Treadwear	345
Traction AA, A, B, C	345
Temperature A, B, C	345
Reporting safety defects (USA)	346
Index	348
A	349
B	349
C	349
D	350
E	350
F	350
G	351
H	351
I	351
J	351
K	351
L	351
M	352
N	352
O	352
P	352
R	352
S	353
T	353
U	354
V	354
W	354

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Driving tips

Trailer towing

Your vehicle is designed and intended to

be used primarily as a passenger-carrying

vehicle. Towing a trailer puts additional

loads on your vehicle’s engine, drivetrain,

brakes, tires and suspension and has an

adverse effect on fuel economy.

If you do decide to tow a trailer, your safe-

ty and satisfaction depend upon proper

use of correct equipment and cautious op-

eration of your vehicle. Seek the advice of

your SUBARU dealer to assist you in pur-

chasing a hitch and other necessary tow-

ing equipment appropriate for your vehi-

cle. In addition, be sure to follow the in-

structions on correct installation and use

provided by the trailer and other towing

equipment manufacturers.

SUBARU assumes no responsibility for in-

juries or vehicle damage that result from

trailer towing equipment, or from any er-

rors or omissions in the instructions ac-

companying such equipment or for your

failure to follow the proper instructions.

Warranties and maintenance

SUBARU warranties do not apply to vehi-

cle damage or malfunction caused by trail-

er towing. If you use your vehicle to tow a

trailer, more frequent maintenance will be

required due to the additional load. (Refer

to “Maintenance schedule under severe

driving conditions” in the “Warranty and

Maintenance Booklet”.)

Under no circumstances should a trailer

be towed with a new vehicle or a vehicle

with any new powertrain component (en-

gine, transmission, differential, wheel

bearings, etc.) for the first 1,000 miles

(1,600 km) of driving.

Maximum load limits

Total trailer weight

The total trailer weight (trailer weight plus

its cargo load) must never exceed the

maximum weight shown in the following

table.

Never exceed the maximum load

limits explained in the following. Ex-

ceeding the maximum load limits

could cause personal injury and/or

vehicle damage.

Adequate size trailer brakes are

required when the trailer and its

cargo exceed 1,000 lbs (453 kg)

total weight.

Before towing a trailer, check the

trailer total weight, GVW, GAWs

and tongue load. Make sure the

load and its distribution in your

vehicle and trailer are acceptable.

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