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7-26 Starting and operating The following two situations could indicate a malfunction of the Vehicle Dynamics Control system; if either should occur, have an authorized SUBARU dealer carry out an inspection of that system at the first available opportunity. The indicator light does not turn on when the ignition key is turned to the ON position. The indicator light does not turn off approximately two seconds after the ignition key has been turned to the ON position. Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light/Traction Control system OFF indicator light ing that the Traction Control system is not operating. It comes on in the event of a malfunction in the system and is illuminated whenever the system is not operating. Vehicle Dynamics Control warning The warning light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the "ON" position and goes off several seconds after engine startup. This lighting pattern indicates that the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is operating normally. The following situations could indicate a malfunction of the Vehicle Dynamics Control system; if any should occur, we recommend that you have an authorized SUBARU dealer carry out an inspection of the system at the first available opportunity. The warning light does not turn on when the ignition key is turned to the ON position. The warning light turns on while the vehicle is being driven. When a malfunction has occurred in the Vehicle Dynamics Control electrical system, only the warning light will turn on. In such an event, the ABS will still be operating normally. The warning light will also turn on when a problem occurs with the ABS or Vehicle Dynamics Control electronic control systems. Because the Vehicle Dynamics Control system controls each brake through the ABS, whenever the ABS stops operating due to a malfunction in that electrical system, the Vehicle Dynamics Control will also become unable to control all four brakes. Thus Vehicle Dynamics Control system operation halts and the warning light turns on. Although both the Vehicle Dynamics Control system and the ABS will be inoperable in this situation, it will still be possible to stop the vehicle using normal braking. The Vehicle Dynamics Control system and the ABS do not adversely affect operation of the vehicle in any way when they are inoperable; however should such a situation occur, drive with care and have an authorized SUBARU dealer carry out an inspection of those systems at the first available opportunity. NOTE 700317 This single light has the function of indicating malfunctions in the Vehicle Dynamics Control system and the function of indicat- When the warning light turns on and off in the following way, it indicates that the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is operating normally. Although turning on after the engine has been started, the warning light quickly turns off and stays off. The warning light turns on when the vehicle is being driven; it then turns off

Section	Page
Foreword	1
Warranties	4
Warranties for U.S.A.	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
Car phone/cell phone and driving	10
Modification of your vehicle	10
Driving with pets	10
Tire pressures	11
California proposition 65 warning	11
On-pavement and off-road driving	11
Table of contents	12
Illustrated index	13
Exterior	13
Interior	15
Instrument panel	18
Light control and wiper control levers/switches	19
Combination meter	20
Warning and indicator light	22
Cargo area	23
Function settings	25
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags	26
Front seats	27
Power seat	28
Memory function (Driver’s seat only - if equipped)	29
Head restraint adjustment	30
Active head restraint	31
Lumbar support	31
Seat heater (if equipped)	32
Rear seats (5-seater models)/ Second-row seats (7-seater models)	32
Fore and aft adjustment	33
Reclining the seatback	34
Folding down the seatback	35
Head restraint adjustment	36
Armrest	37
Third-row seat (7-seater models)	37
Access to the third-row seat	38
Folding down the seatback	39
Head restraint adjustment	40
Seatbelts	41
Seatbelt safety tips	41
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)	42
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR)	42
Seatbelt warning light and chime	43
Fastening the seatbelt	44
Seatbelt maintenance	52
Front seatbelt pretensioners	53
System monitors	54
System servicing	55
Precautions against vehicle modification	55
Child restraint systems	56
Where to place a child restraint system	57
Choosing a child restraint system	59
Installing child restraint systems with A/ELR seatbelt	59
Installing a booster seat	63
Installation of child restraint systems by use of lower and tether anchorages (LATCH)	64
Top tether anchorages	67
*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag)	70
Your vehicle’s SRS configuration	70
Subaru advanced frontal airbag system	75
SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag	85
SRS airbag system monitors	95
SRS airbag system servicing	96
Precautions against vehicle modification	97
Keys and doors	98
Keys	99
Key number plate	99
Immobilizer	100
Security ID plate	100
Security indicator light	101
Key replacement	101
Door locks	101
Locking and unlocking from the outside	101
Locking and unlocking from the inside	102
Battery drainage prevention function	103
Power door locking switches	103
Key lock-in prevention function	104
Remote keyless entry system	105
Locking the doors	106
Unlocking the doors	106
Unlocking the rear gate	106
Illuminated entry	106
Vehicle finder function	107
Sounding a panic alarm	107
Selecting audible signal operation	107
Replacing the battery	107
Replacing lost transmitters	108
Alarm system	111
System operation	111
Activating and deactivating the alarm system	112
If you have accidentally triggered the alarm system	112
Arming the system	112
Disarming the system	113
Valet mode	114
Passive arming	114
Tripped sensor identification	115
Shock sensors (dealer option)	115
Child safety locks	116
Windows	116
Power windows	116
Rear gate	119
Moonroof (if equipped)	120
Tilt function	121
Sliding function	121
Anti-entrapment function	121
Sun shade	122
Instruments and controls	124
Ignition switch	126
LOCK	126
ACC	127
ON	127
START	127
Key reminder chime	128
Ignition switch light	128
Hazard warning flasher	128
Meters and gauges	128
Combination meter illumination	128
Canceling the function for meter needle/gauge movement and combination meter sequential illumination upon turning on the ignition switch	129
Speedometer	130
Odometer	130
Double trip meter	130
Tachometer	131
Fuel gauge	131
Temperature gauge	132
Warning and indicator lights	132
Seatbelt warning light and chime	133
SRS airbag system warning light	134
Front passenger’s frontal airbag ON and OFF indicators	135
CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp	136
Charge warning light	136
Oil pressure warning light	136
AT OIL TEMPerature warning light	137
Rear differential oil temperature warning light	137
Low tire pressure warning light	137
ABS warning light	139
Brake system warning light	139
Low fuel warning light	140
Door open warning light	140
Windshield washer fluid warning light	141
All-Wheel Drive warning light	141
Vehicle Dynamics Control operation indicator light	141
Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light/Traction Control system OFF indicator light	141
Security indicator light	142
SPORT mode indicator light	143
Selector lever/Gear position indicator	143
Turn signal indicator lights	143
High beam indicator light	143
Cruise control indicator light	143
Cruise control set indicator light	144
Headlight indicator light	144
Front fog light indicator light	144
Daytime running light indicator light	144
Clock	144
Outside temperature indicator	145
Multi function display (Vehicle without Navigation System)	146
Current fuel consumption	146
Average fuel consumption	147
Driving range on remaining fuel	147
Journey time	148
Light control switch	149
Headlights	149
High/low beam change (dimmer)	149
Headlight flasher	150
Daytime running light system	150
Turn signal lever	150
Illumination brightness control	151
Parking light switch	151
Front fog light switch	152
Wiper and washer	152
Windshield wiper and washer switches	153
Rear window wiper and washer switch	155
Windshield wiper deicer	156
Rear window defogger button	156
Mirrors	157
Inside mirror	157
Auto-dimming mirror/compass (if equipped)	158
Outside mirrors	159
Tilt steering wheel	160
Horn	160
Climate control	162
Ventilator	163
Air flow	163
Ventilator	165
Automatic climate control system	166
Control panel	166
Rear air conditioner (if equipped)	170
Temperature sensors	170
Operating tips for heater and air conditioner	171
Cleaning ventilator grille	171
Efficient cooling after parking in direct sunlight	171
Lubrication oil circulation in the refrigerant circuit	171
Checking air conditioning system before summer season	171
Cooling and dehumidifying in high humidity and low temperature weather conditions	171
Air conditioner compressor shut-off when engine is heavily loaded	171
Refrigerant for your climate control system	171
Air filtration system	172
Replacing the air filter	172
Audio	174
Antenna system	175
Printed antenna	175
FM reception	175
XMTM Satellite radio reception (if equipped)	175
Installation of accessories	177
Audio set	177
Type A audio set	177
Type B audio set	177
Type A audio set (if equipped)	178
Radio operation	178
Compact disc player operation	183
Type B audio set (if equipped)	188
Radio operation	188
Built-in CD changer operation	193
Audio control buttons	198
Audio input terminal	199
Precautions to observe when handling a compact disc	200
MP3 audio	202
What is MP3?	202
Creating MP3 files	202
Saving MP3 files on a disc	202
Supported file systems	202
Compression format	202
Numbers of folders and files	203
Copyright issues	203
Interior equipment	204
Interior light	205
Dome light	205
Cargo area light	205
Rear gate light	206
Map light	206
Sun visors	206
Sun visor extension plate	207
Vanity mirror with light	207
Storage compartment	208
Glove box	208
Center console box	208
Rear console	209
Overhead console	209
Cup holder	210
Front passenger’s cup holder	210
Rear seat (5-seater models)/ Second-row seat (7-seater models) passenger’s cup holder	211
Third-row seat cup holders (7-seater models)	211
Accessory power outlets	212
Coat hook	213
Rear (5-seater models)/Second-row (7-seater models) passenger area	213
Shopping bag hook	214
Floor mat	215
Cargo area cover (if equipped)	215
Using the cover	215
To remove the cover	216
To install the cover housing	217
Convenient tie-down hooks	217
Under-floor storage compartment	218
HomeLink® Wireless Control System (if equipped)	219
Garage door opener programming in the U.S.A.	220
Programming rolling-code- protected garage door openers in the U.S.A.	221
Programming for entrance gates and garage door openers in Canada	222
Programming other devices	222
Operating the HomeLink® Wireless Control System	222
Reprogramming a single HomeLink® button	222
Erasing HomeLink® button memory	223
In case a problem occurs	223
Rear view camera (if equipped)	223
Position of rear view camera	224
How to use the rear view camera	224
Viewing range on the screen	225
Distance marker (help line)	226
Starting and operating	230
Fuel	231
Fuel requirements	231
Fuel filler lid and cap	232
State emission testing (U.S. only)	234
Preparing to drive	236
Starting the engine	236
Stopping the engine	237
Remote engine start system (dealer option)	237
Starting your vehicle	238
Remote start safety features	238
Entering the vehicle while it is running via remote start	238
Entering the vehicle following remote engine start shutdown	238
Pre-heating or pre-cooling the interior of the vehicle	239
Service mode	239
Remote transmitter programming and programmable feature option	239
System maintenance	240
Automatic transmission	241
Selector lever	242
Selector lever reverse inhibiting function	243
Selection of manual mode	244
Maximum speeds	245
Driving tips	246
SPORT mode	246
Shift lock release	247
Power steering	248
Braking	248
Braking tips	248
Brake system	248
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators	249
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)	250
ABS system self-check	250
ABS warning light	250
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system	251
Steps to take if EBD system fails	252
Vehicle Dynamics Control system	253
Vehicle Dynamics Control system monitor	254
Traction Control system OFF switch	256
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)	257
Parking your vehicle	259
Cruise control	260
To set cruise control	260
To temporarily cancel the cruise control	261
To turn off the cruise control	261
To change the cruising speed	262
Cruise control indicator light	263
Cruise control set indicator light	263
Driving tips	264
New vehicle break-in driving - the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km)	265
Fuel economy hints	265
Engine exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)	265
Catalytic converter	266
Periodic inspections	267
Driving in foreign countries	267
Driving tips for AWD vehicles	267
On-pavement and off road driving	268
Winter driving	270
Operation during cold weather	270
Driving on snowy and icy roads	272
Corrosion protection	273
Snow tires	273
Tire chains	274
Rocking the vehicle	274
Loading your vehicle	274
Vehicle capacity weight	275
GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating)	275
Crossbar (if equipped)	276
Trailer hitch (if equipped)	277
Connecting a trailer	278
When you do not tow a trailer	279
Trailer towing	280
Warranties and maintenance	280
Maximum load limits	280
Trailer hitches	284
Connecting a trailer	285
Trailer towing tips	286
In case of emergency	290
If you park your vehicle in an emergency	291
Spare tire	291
Removing the spare tire	292
Re-storage of spare tire	294
Temporary spare tire	295
Flat tires	296
Changing a flat tire	296
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)	300
Jump starting	301
How to jump start	301
Engine overheating	304
If steam is coming from the engine compartment	304
If no steam is coming from the engine compartment	304
Towing	305
Towing and tie-down hooks	305
Using a flat-bed truck	307
Towing with all wheels on the ground	308
Rear gate - if the rear gate cannot be unlocked	308
Maintenance tools	309
Jack and jack handle	309
Appearance care	312
Exterior care	313
Washing	313
Waxing and polishing	314
Cleaning aluminum wheels	314
Corrosion protection	314
Most common causes of corrosion	314
To help prevent corrosion	315
Cleaning the interior	315
Seat fabric	315
Leather seat materials	315
Synthetic leather upholstery	316
Climate control panel, audio panel, instrument panel, console panel, switches, combination meter, and other plastic surfaces	316
Maintenance and service	318
Maintenance schedule	320
Maintenance precautions	320
Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment	321
When you do checking or servicing in the engine compartment while the engine is running	321
Engine hood	321
Engine compartment overview	323
Engine oil	324
Checking the oil level	324
Changing the oil and oil filter	324
Recommended grade and viscosity	326
Recommended grade and viscosity under severe driving conditions	327
Cooling system	327
Hose and connections	328
Engine coolant	328
Air cleaner element	330
Replacing the air cleaner element	330
Spark plugs	331
Recommended spark plugs	331
Drive belts	332
Automatic transmission fluid	332
Checking the fluid level	332
Recommended fluid	333
Front differential gear oil	333
Checking the oil level	333
Recommended grade and viscosity	334
Rear differential gear oil	334
Checking the gear oil level	334
Recommended grade and viscosity	335
Power steering fluid	336
Checking the fluid level	336
Recommended fluid	336
Brake fluid	337
Checking the fluid level	337
Recommended brake fluid	337
Brake booster	338
Brake pedal	338
Checking the brake pedal free play	338
Checking the brake pedal reserve distance	338
Replacement of brake pad and lining	339
Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings	339
Parking brake stroke	340
Tires and wheels	340
Types of tires	340
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)	340
Tire inspection	342
Tire pressures and wear	342
Wheel balance	344
Wear indicators	344
Tire rotation direction mark	345
Tire rotation	345
Tire replacement	346
Wheel replacement	347
Aluminum wheels	347
Chrome plated wheels (if equipped)	348
Windshield washer fluid	349
Replacement of wiper blades	350
Windshield wiper blade assembly	351
Windshield wiper blade rubber	351
Rear window wiper blade assembly	352
Rear window wiper blade rubber	353
Battery	354
Fuses	355
Main fuse	357
Installation of accessories	357
Replacing bulbs	358
Headlight	359
Parking light	362
Front turn signal light	362
Front fog light	362
Rear combination lights	363
Backup light/Tail light	363
Rear gate light	364
License plate light	364
Dome light	365
Map light	365
Door step light	366
Cargo area light	366
Specifications	368
Specifications	369
Dimensions	369
Engine	369
Electrical system	370
Capacities	370
Tires	370
Wheel alignment	371
Fuses and circuits	372
Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment	372
Fuse panel located in the engine compartment	374
Bulb chart	375
Vehicle identification	376
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects	378
Tire information	379
Tire labeling	379
Recommended tire inflation pressure	382
Glossary of tire terminology	383
Tire care - maintenance and safety practices	384
Vehicle load limit - how to determine	385
Determining compatibility of tire and vehicle load capacities	387
Adverse safety consequences of overloading on handling and stopping and on tires	388
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit	388
Uniform tire quality grading standards	389
Treadwear	389
Traction AA, A, B, C	389
Temperature A, B, C	389
Reporting safety defects (USA)	390
Index	392
A	393
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) 7-21	393
Accessories 11-40	393
Accessory power outlet 6-9	393
Active head restraint 1-6	393
Air cleaner element 11-13	393
Air filtration system 4-11	393

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7-26

Starting and operating

The following two situations could indicate

a malfunction of the Vehicle Dynamics

Control system; if either should occur,

have an authorized SUBARU dealer carry

out an inspection of that system at the first

available opportunity.

The indicator light does not turn on

when the ignition key is turned to the ON

position.

The indicator light does not turn off ap-

proximately two seconds after the ignition

key has been turned to the ON position.

Vehicle Dynamics Control warning

light/Traction Control system OFF

indicator light

This single light has the function of indicat-

ing malfunctions in the Vehicle Dynamics

Control system and the function of indicat-

ing that the Traction Control system is not

operating. It comes on in the event of a

malfunction in the system and is illuminat-

ed whenever the system is not operating.

Vehicle Dynamics Control warning

The warning light comes on when the igni-

tion switch is turned to the “ON” position

and goes off several seconds after engine

startup. This lighting pattern indicates that

the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is

operating normally.

The following situations could indicate a

malfunction of the Vehicle Dynamics Con-

trol system; if any should occur, we rec-

ommend that you have an authorized

SUBARU dealer carry out an inspection of

the system at the first available opportuni-

ty.

The warning light does not turn on when

the ignition key is turned to the ON posi-

tion.

The warning light turns on while the ve-

hicle is being driven.

When a malfunction has occurred in the

Vehicle Dynamics Control electrical sys-

tem, only the warning light will turn on. In

such an event, the ABS will still be operat-

ing normally.

The warning light will also turn on when

a problem occurs with the ABS or Vehicle

Dynamics Control electronic control sys-

tems.

Because the Vehicle Dynamics Control

system controls each brake through the

ABS, whenever the ABS stops operating

due to a malfunction in that electrical sys-

tem, the Vehicle Dynamics Control will

also become unable to control all four

brakes. Thus Vehicle Dynamics Control

system operation halts and the warning

light turns on. Although both the Vehicle

Dynamics Control system and the ABS

will be inoperable in this situation, it will

still be possible to stop the vehicle using

normal braking. The Vehicle Dynamics

Control system and the ABS do not ad-

versely affect operation of the vehicle in

any way when they are inoperable; how-

ever should such a situation occur, drive

with care and have an authorized SUBA-

RU dealer carry out an inspection of those

systems at the first available opportunity.

NOTE

When the warning light turns on and

off in the following way, it indicates

that the Vehicle Dynamics Control sys-

tem is operating normally.

Although turning on after the engine

has been started, the warning light

quickly turns off and stays off.

The warning light turns on when the

vehicle is being driven; it then turns off

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