Section |
Page |
Foreword |
1 |
Prologue |
3 |
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 |
Abbreviation list |
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 |
10 |
Driving when tired or sleepy |
10 |
Car phone/cell phone and driving |
10 |
Modification of your vehicle |
11 |
Driving with pets |
11 |
Tire pressures |
11 |
California proposition 65 warning |
11 |
Illustrated index |
13 |
Exterior |
13 |
Interior |
15 |
Instrument panel |
18 |
Light control and wiper control levers/switches |
19 |
Combination meter |
20 |
Warning and indicator lights |
22 |
Function settings |
23 |
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags |
24 |
Front seats |
25 |
Manual seat |
26 |
Power seat |
27 |
Head restraint adjustment |
29 |
Seat heater |
29 |
Rear seats |
30 |
Reclining the seatback (Outback) |
31 |
Folding down the rear seatback |
32 |
Head restraint adjustment |
33 |
Armrest |
35 |
Seatbelts |
35 |
Seatbelt safety tips |
35 |
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) |
37 |
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR) |
37 |
Seatbelt warning light and chime |
37 |
Fastening the seatbelt |
38 |
Seatbelt maintenance |
45 |
Front seatbelt pretensioners |
45 |
System monitors |
46 |
System servicing |
47 |
Precautions against vehicle modification |
48 |
Child restraint systems |
48 |
Where to place a child restraint system |
50 |
Choosing a child restraint system |
51 |
Installing child restraint systems with A/ELR seatbelt |
51 |
Installing a booster seat |
55 |
Installation of child restraint systems by use of lower and tether anchorages (LATCH) |
56 |
Top tether anchorages |
59 |
*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) |
61 |
Models with SRS airbags and lap/shoulder restraints for driver, front passenger, and window-side rear passengers |
61 |
SUBARU advanced frontal airbag system |
66 |
SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag |
77 |
SRS airbag system monitors |
88 |
SRS airbag system servicing |
89 |
Precautions against vehicle modification |
90 |
Keys and doors |
92 |
Keys |
93 |
Key number |
93 |
Immobilizer |
94 |
Security ID plate |
94 |
Security indicator light |
95 |
Key replacement |
95 |
Door locks |
95 |
Locking and unlocking from the outside |
95 |
Locking and unlocking from the inside |
96 |
Battery drainage prevention function |
97 |
Power door locking switches |
98 |
Key lock-in prevention function |
98 |
Remote keyless entry system |
99 |
Locking the doors |
100 |
Unlocking the doors |
100 |
Opening the trunk lid (Legacy) |
100 |
Unlocking the rear gate (Outback) |
101 |
Vehicle finder function |
101 |
Sounding a panic alarm |
101 |
Selecting audible signal operation |
101 |
Replacing the battery |
102 |
Replacing lost transmitters |
103 |
Alarm system |
106 |
System alarm operation |
106 |
Activating and deactivating the alarm system |
107 |
If you have accidentally triggered the alarm system |
107 |
Arming the system |
107 |
Disarming the system |
109 |
Valet mode |
109 |
Passive arming |
109 |
Tripped sensor identification |
110 |
Shock sensors (dealer option) |
110 |
Child safety locks |
111 |
Windows |
111 |
Power window operation by driver |
112 |
Power window operation by passengers |
114 |
Initialization of power window |
114 |
Trunk lid (Legacy) |
115 |
To open and close the trunk lid from outside |
115 |
To open the trunk lid from inside |
115 |
Internal trunk lid release handle |
116 |
Rear gate (Outback) |
117 |
Moonroof |
119 |
Moonroof switches |
119 |
Sun shade |
120 |
Instruments and controls |
122 |
Ignition switch |
124 |
LOCK |
124 |
Acc |
125 |
ON |
125 |
START |
125 |
Key reminder chime |
125 |
Ignition switch light |
125 |
Hazard warning flasher |
126 |
Meters and gauges |
126 |
Combination meter illumination |
126 |
Canceling the function for meter/gauge needle movement upon turning on the ignition switch |
126 |
Speedometer |
127 |
Odometer |
127 |
Double trip meter |
127 |
Tachometer |
128 |
Fuel gauge |
128 |
ECO gauge |
129 |
Warning and indicator lights |
130 |
Seatbelt warning light and chime |
131 |
SRS airbag system warning light |
132 |
Front passenger’s frontal airbag ON and OFF indicators |
133 |
CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp |
133 |
Coolant temperature low indicator light/Coolant temperature high warning light |
134 |
Charge warning light |
135 |
Oil pressure warning light |
135 |
Engine low oil level warning light |
135 |
AT OIL TEMP warning light (AT and CVT models) |
136 |
Low tire pressure warning light (U.S.-spec. models) |
136 |
ABS warning light |
137 |
Brake system warning light |
138 |
Hill Holder indicator light |
140 |
Low fuel warning light |
140 |
Door open warning light |
141 |
Door open indicator light |
141 |
Windshield washer fluid warning light |
141 |
All-Wheel Drive warning light (AT and CVT models) |
141 |
Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light/Vehicle Dynamics Control operation indicator light |
141 |
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator light |
143 |
Security indicator light |
143 |
Select lever/gear position indicator |
143 |
Turn signal indicator lights |
144 |
High beam indicator light |
144 |
Cruise control indicator light |
144 |
Cruise control set indicator light |
144 |
Headlight indicator light |
145 |
Front fog light indicator light |
145 |
Clock |
145 |
Multi function display |
146 |
Outside temperature indicator |
146 |
Average fuel consumption |
147 |
Current fuel consumption |
147 |
Driving range on remaining fuel |
148 |
Light control switch |
148 |
Headlights |
149 |
High/low beam change (dimmer) |
149 |
Headlight flasher |
150 |
Daytime running light system |
150 |
Turn signal lever |
150 |
Illumination brightness control |
151 |
Front fog light switch |
151 |
Wiper and washer |
152 |
Windshield wiper and washer switches |
153 |
Rear window wiper and washer switch (Outback) |
155 |
Defogger and deicer |
155 |
Mirrors |
157 |
Type A inside mirror |
157 |
Type B inside mirror |
157 |
Auto-dimming mirror with compass |
165 |
Auto-dimming mirror with compass and HomeLink® |
166 |
Outside mirrors |
172 |
Tilt/telescopic steering wheel |
173 |
Horn |
173 |
Climate control |
174 |
Ventilator |
175 |
Airflow selection |
175 |
Ventilators |
176 |
Manual climate control system |
177 |
Control panel |
177 |
Heater operation |
179 |
Air conditioner operation |
180 |
Automatic climate control system |
181 |
Control panel |
182 |
Temperature sensors |
186 |
Operating tips for heater and air conditioner |
187 |
Cleaning ventilator grille |
187 |
Efficient cooling after parking in direct sunlight |
187 |
Lubrication oil circulation in the refrigerant circuit |
187 |
Checking air conditioning system before summer season |
187 |
Cooling and dehumidifying in high humidity and low temperature weather condition |
187 |
Air conditioner compressor shut-off when engine is heavily loaded |
187 |
Refrigerant for your climate control system |
187 |
Air filtration system |
188 |
Replacing an air filter |
188 |
Audio |
192 |
Antenna system |
193 |
Printed antenna |
193 |
FM reception |
193 |
Installation of accessories |
193 |
Audio set |
194 |
Type A audio set |
195 |
Type B audio set |
196 |
Power and sound controls |
197 |
Power switch and volume control |
197 |
Sound control |
197 |
Adjustable level of each mode |
199 |
FM/AM radio operation |
200 |
FM selection |
200 |
AM selection |
200 |
Tuning |
200 |
RDS text display |
202 |
Station preset |
203 |
Satellite radio operation |
204 |
XM™ satellite radio (for U.S.A. only) |
204 |
Sirius satellite radio |
204 |
Satellite radio reception |
205 |
Displaying satellite radio ID of tuner |
206 |
Band selection |
206 |
Channel and category selection |
207 |
Channel preset |
208 |
Display selection |
209 |
CD player operation |
209 |
How to insert a CD (type A) |
210 |
How to insert a CD(s) (type B) |
210 |
How to play back a CD |
211 |
To select a track from its beginning |
212 |
Fast-forwarding and fast-reversing |
213 |
Repeating |
214 |
Random playback |
215 |
Scan |
216 |
Display selection |
216 |
Folder selection |
217 |
How to eject a CD from the player (type A) |
217 |
How to eject CDs from the player (type B) |
217 |
When the following messages are displayed |
218 |
Auxiliary input jack |
219 |
Precautions to observe when handling a compact disc |
220 |
Audio control buttons |
222 |
MODE button |
222 |
“” and “” switch |
222 |
Volume control switch |
223 |
MUTE button |
223 |
Hands-free system |
223 |
Tips for the Hands-free system |
224 |
Certification for the Hands-free system |
225 |
Safety precautions |
225 |
Using the Hands-free system |
226 |
Interior equipment |
234 |
Interior light |
235 |
Dome light |
235 |
Map light |
235 |
Cargo area light (Outback) |
236 |
Sun visors |
237 |
Sun visor extension plate |
237 |
Vanity mirror with light |
238 |
Storage compartment |
238 |
Glove box |
239 |
Center console box |
239 |
Overhead console |
241 |
Pocket |
241 |
Cup holder |
241 |
Front passenger’s cup holder |
242 |
Rear passenger’s cup holder |
242 |
Bottle holders |
242 |
Accessory power outlets |
243 |
Ashtray |
245 |
Coat hook |
246 |
Shopping bag hook |
246 |
Legacy |
246 |
Outback |
247 |
Floor mat |
247 |
Cargo area cover |
248 |
Using the cover |
248 |
To remove the cover housing |
248 |
Stowage of the cargo area cover |
248 |
To install the cover housing |
249 |
Convenient tie-down hooks |
250 |
Under-floor storage compartment |
251 |
Rear view camera |
251 |
How to use the rear view camera |
253 |
Viewing range on the screen |
253 |
Help line |
255 |
Starting and operating |
258 |
Fuel |
259 |
Fuel requirements |
259 |
Fuel filler lid and cap |
260 |
State emission testing (U.S. only) |
263 |
Preparing to drive |
264 |
Starting the engine |
265 |
MT models |
265 |
AT and CVT models |
266 |
Stopping the engine |
267 |
Remote engine start system (dealer option) |
267 |
Starting your vehicle |
268 |
Remote start safety features |
268 |
Entering the vehicle while it is running via remote start |
269 |
Remote start confirmation transmitter feature |
269 |
Entering the vehicle following remote engine start shutdown |
270 |
Pre-heating or pre-cooling the interior of the vehicle |
270 |
Service mode |
271 |
Remote transmitter program |
271 |
System maintenance |
271 |
Manual transmission |
273 |
Selecting reverse gear |
273 |
Shifting speeds |
274 |
Driving tips |
274 |
Automatic transmission/Continuously variable transmission |
275 |
Select lever |
276 |
Shift lock function |
277 |
Selection of manual mode |
279 |
Driving tips |
280 |
Power steering |
280 |
Braking |
281 |
Braking tips |
281 |
Brake system |
281 |
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators |
282 |
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) |
282 |
ABS system self-check |
282 |
ABS warning light |
283 |
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system |
284 |
Steps to take if EBD system malfunctions |
284 |
Vehicle Dynamics Control system |
285 |
Vehicle Dynamics Control system monitor |
287 |
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch |
288 |
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) |
289 |
Parking your vehicle |
291 |
Electronic parking brake |
291 |
Parking tips |
294 |
Cruise control |
295 |
To set cruise control |
295 |
To temporarily cancel the cruise control |
296 |
To turn off the cruise control |
297 |
To change the cruising speed |
297 |
Cruise control indicator light |
298 |
Cruise control set indicator light |
299 |
Driving tips |
300 |
New vehicle break-in driving – the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) |
301 |
Fuel economy hints |
301 |
Engine exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) |
301 |
Catalytic converter |
302 |
Periodic inspections |
303 |
Driving in foreign countries |
303 |
Driving tips for AWD vehicles |
304 |
Off road driving |
305 |
Legacy |
305 |
Outback |
305 |
Winter driving |
307 |
Operation during cold weather |
307 |
Driving on snowy and icy roads |
308 |
Corrosion protection |
309 |
Snow tires |
309 |
Tire chains |
310 |
Rocking the vehicle |
310 |
Loading your vehicle |
311 |
Vehicle capacity weight |
312 |
GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating) |
312 |
Roof rails with integrated crossbars (Outback) |
313 |
Trailer hitch (Outback — if equipped) |
315 |
Connecting a trailer |
316 |
When you do not tow a trailer |
317 |
Trailer towing |
318 |
Warranties and maintenance |
318 |
Maximum load limits |
318 |
Trailer hitches |
321 |
Connecting a trailer |
322 |
Trailer towing tips |
323 |
In case of emergency |
326 |
If you park your vehicle in an emergency |
327 |
Temporary spare tire |
327 |
Maintenance tools |
328 |
Legacy |
329 |
Outback |
330 |
Flat tires |
331 |
Changing a flat tire |
331 |
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) |
334 |
Jump starting |
335 |
How to jump start |
335 |
Engine overheating |
337 |
If steam is coming from the engine compartment |
337 |
If no steam is coming from the engine compartment |
337 |
Towing |
337 |
Towing and tie-down hooks/holes |
338 |
Using a flat-bed truck |
340 |
Towing with all wheels on the ground |
340 |
Electronic parking brake – if the electronic parking brake cannot be released |
341 |
Trunk lid (Legacy) – if the trunk lid cannot be opened |
343 |
Rear gate (Outback) – if the rear gate cannot be unlocked |
344 |
Moonroof – if moonroof cannot be closed |
344 |
Appearance care |
346 |
Exterior care |
347 |
Washing |
347 |
Waxing and polishing |
348 |
Cleaning aluminum wheels |
348 |
Corrosion protection |
349 |
Most common causes of corrosion |
349 |
To help prevent corrosion |
349 |
Cleaning the interior |
350 |
Seat fabric |
350 |
Leather seat materials |
350 |
Synthetic leather upholstery |
350 |
Climate control panel, audio panel, instrument panel, console panel, switches, combination meter, and other plastic surface |
350 |
Navigation monitor |
351 |
Maintenance and service |
352 |
Maintenance schedule |
354 |
Maintenance precautions |
354 |
Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment |
355 |
When checking or servicing in the engine compartment (2.5 L non-turbo models) |
355 |
When checking or servicing in the engine compartment while the engine is running |
356 |
Maintenance tips |
356 |
Removing and reinstalling clips |
356 |
Removing air intake duct |
358 |
Pulling off the fender lining |
358 |
Engine hood |
358 |
Engine compartment overview |
360 |
Engine oil |
363 |
Checking the oil level |
363 |
Changing the oil and oil filter |
365 |
Recommended grade and viscosity |
367 |
Recommended grade and viscosity under severe driving conditions |
368 |
Synthetic oil |
368 |
Cooling system |
368 |
Cooling fan, hose and connections |
368 |
Engine coolant |
369 |
Air cleaner element |
371 |
Replacing the air cleaner element |
371 |
Spark plugs |
374 |
Recommended spark plugs |
374 |
Drive belts |
374 |
Manual transmission oil |
374 |
Checking the oil level |
374 |
Recommended grade and viscosity |
375 |
Automatic transmission fluid |
376 |
Checking the fluid level |
376 |
Recommended fluid |
377 |
Continuously variable transmission fluid |
377 |
Front differential gear oil (AT and CVT models) |
377 |
Checking the oil level |
377 |
Recommended grade and viscosity |
378 |
Rear differential gear oil |
378 |
Recommended grade and viscosity |
378 |
Power steering fluid |
379 |
Checking the fluid level |
379 |
Recommended fluid |
379 |
Brake fluid |
380 |
Checking the fluid level |
380 |
Recommended brake fluid |
380 |
Clutch fluid (MT models) |
381 |
Checking the fluid level |
381 |
Recommended clutch fluid |
381 |
Brake booster |
382 |
Brake pedal |
382 |
Checking the brake pedal free play |
382 |
Checking the brake pedal reserve distance |
383 |
Clutch pedal (MT models) |
383 |
Checking the clutch function |
383 |
Checking the clutch pedal free play |
383 |
Replacement of brake pad and lining |
384 |
Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings |
384 |
Tires and wheels |
384 |
Types of tires |
384 |
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) |
385 |
Tire inspection |
386 |
Tire pressures and wear |
387 |
Wheel balance |
389 |
Wear indicators |
389 |
Tire rotation direction mark |
389 |
Tire rotation |
390 |
Tire replacement |
390 |
Wheel replacement |
391 |
Aluminum wheels |
391 |
Windshield washer fluid |
392 |
Replacement of wiper blades |
393 |
Windshield wiper blade assembly |
394 |
Windshield wiper blade rubber |
394 |
Rear window wiper blade assembly (Outback) |
395 |
Rear window wiper blade rubber (Outback) |
396 |
Battery |
397 |
Fuses |
398 |
Main fuse |
399 |
Installation of accessories |
400 |
Replacing bulbs |
400 |
Headlight |
400 |
Front turn signal light |
402 |
Front position light |
403 |
Front fog light |
403 |
Rear combination lights |
404 |
Tail/Back-up light (Outback) |
406 |
License plate light |
407 |
Dome light |
408 |
Map light |
408 |
Vanity mirror light |
409 |
Door step light |
409 |
Cargo area light (Outback) |
410 |
Trunk light (Legacy) |
410 |
Other bulbs |
410 |
Specifications |
412 |
Specifications |
413 |
Dimensions |
413 |
Engine |
414 |
Electrical system |
414 |
Capacities |
415 |
Tires |
416 |
Wheel alignment |
416 |
Fuses and circuits |
417 |
Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment |
417 |
Fuse panel located in the engine compartment |
419 |
Bulb chart |
421 |
Vehicle identification |
424 |
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects |
426 |
For U.S.A. |
427 |
Tire information |
427 |
Tire labeling |
427 |
Recommended tire inflation pressure |
429 |
Glossary of tire terminology |
430 |
Tire care – maintenance and safety practices |
434 |
Vehicle load limit – how to determine |
435 |
Determining compatibility of tire and vehicle load capacities |
438 |
Adverse safety consequences of overloading on handling and stopping and on tires |
438 |
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit |
438 |
Uniform tire quality grading standards |
439 |
Treadwear |
439 |
Traction AA, A, B, C |
439 |
Temperature A, B, C |
440 |
Reporting safety defects (USA) |
440 |
Index |
442 |